Document No.

:
EGARC-PPMV AA/Doc/1/84-1
Document Title: Reference Documents:
Medium Voltage switchgear Test Procedure IEC: 62271-200
IEC: 62271-1
Issued By: Date of release: Approved By: Language: Page:
M.Ghonim 2011 – 06 – 01 M.El-Tayeb En 1/8
Issuing Department: Revision index: Document Kind:
Quality Control PPMV 12 Manual

PURPOSE

The present document has the aim to provide the list of the internal routine tests for
medium voltage Metal Clad switchgear (Primary Switchgear) in compliance with the
requirements of the standards.

CONTENTS:

1- VISUAL INSPECTION AND CHECK OF DIMENSIONS.

(IEC 62271-200 clause 7.5)

2- MECHANICAL OPERATION TEST.

(IEC 62271-200 clause 7.102)

3- TESTS ON AUXILIARY AND CONTROL CIRCUITS.

(IEC 62271-1 clause 7.2)

a) Functional tests. (IEC 62271-1 clause 7.2.2)

b) Dielectric tests. (IEC 62271-1 clause 7.2.4)

4- POWER FREQUENCY VOLTAGE WITHSTAND TEST ON THE MAIN CIRCUIT.

(IEC 62271-200 clause 7.1)

5- MEASURING OF THE RESISTANCE OF THE MAIN CIRCUITS.

(IEC 62271-200 clause 7.3)

6- TEST OF THE MEASURING AND PROTECTION CIRCUITS.

 Document No.:
EGARC-PPMV AA/Doc/1/84-1
Document Title: Reference Documents:
Medium Voltage switchgear Test Procedure IEC: 62271-200
IEC: 62271-1
Issued By: Date of release: Approved By: Language: Page:
M.Ghonim 2011 – 06 – 01 M.El-Tayeb En 2/8
Issuing Department: Revision index: Document Kind:
Quality Control PPMV 12 Manual

1- VISUAL INSPECTION AND CHECK OF DIMENSIONS

(acc. to IEC 62271-200 clause 7.5)

Purpose
These Inspections shall be carried out to ensure that the Switchgear has been constructed
and assembled in accordance with the relevant Drawings and Specifications.

Preliminary Conditions
The Switchgear shall be completely assembled.

Documents Required

-Single Line Diagram

- Layout Drawing
- Schematic Diagrams
- BOM List

Procedure

1.1 Check of the correct fastening of the apparatus

1.2 Check the correct wires marking according to the drawings

1.3 Check the nameplate ,labels and mimic diagrams according to the drawings

1.4 Check the proper earthing of movable parts

1.5 Check the correct accommodation of the LV apparatus according to the drawings

1.6 Check basic dimensions and diagonal of the cubicles after assembly
according to the general arrangement drawings

1.7 Check, when required, the proper earthing of the apparatus

1.8 Check the presence of all constructional parts of each panel

1.9 Check that no damages in the apparatus occurred during the assembly

1.10 Check that the type and ratio of each current and voltage transformer are according to
the code 1 single lines.

1.11 Check that the type of each circuit breaker is according to the specification.

1.12 Check Bus bar markers / torque.

1.13 Check Finish painting.

 Document No.:
EGARC-PPMV AA/Doc/1/84-1
Document Title: Reference Documents:
Medium Voltage switchgear Test Procedure IEC: 62271-200
IEC: 62271-1
Issued By: Date of release: Approved By: Language: Page:
M.Ghonim 2011 – 06 – 01 M.El-Tayeb En 3/8
Issuing Department: Revision index: Document Kind:
Quality Control PPMV 12 Manual

2. MECHANICAL OPERATION TEST

(acc. to IEC 62271-200 clause 7.102)

Purpose
This test shall be carried out to ensure the correct mechanical operation of the Switchgear
and that all-mechanical interlock operates correctly.

Preliminary Conditions
- Switchgear completely assembled.
- Auxiliary circuit supplies available.

Procedure

2.1 Check the correct closing of doors.

2.2 Check that the shutters are automatically and fully closed when the circuit
breaker/vacuum contactors is withdrawn out from the switchgear panel.

2.3 Check the impossibility of either inserting or isolating the circuit breaker when closed.

2.4 Check that the mechanical interlock prevents the circuit breaker contacts closing if the
truck is positioned between service and test position.

2.5 Check that the circuit breaker cannot be inserted into service position when the earthing
switch is closed.

2.6 Check that the earthing switch cannot be closed when the circuit breaker is in service
position

2.7 Check the signaling of the mechanical indicators.

2.8 Check that the circuit breaker cannot be inserted into service position when the
secondary contacts plug has not been fitted.

2.9 Check the impossibility disconnects the secondary contacts plug of the circuit breaker
when the circuit breaker is in service position.

2.10 Check the functionality of the key interlocks, if provided and the difference in code

2.11 Check the signaling of the mechanical indicators

 Document No.:
EGARC-PPMV AA/Doc/1/84-1
Document Title: Reference Documents:
Medium Voltage switchgear Test Procedure IEC: 62271-200
IEC: 62271-1
Issued By: Date of release: Approved By: Language: Page:
M.Ghonim 2011 – 06 – 01 M.El-Tayeb En 4/8
Issuing Department: Revision index: Document Kind:
Quality Control PPMV 12 Manual

3 TESTS ON AUXILIARY AND CONTROL CIRCUITS

(acc. to IEC 62271-1 clause 7.2.)

3.a FUNCTIONAL TEST

(acc. to IEC 62271-1 clause 7.2.2)
Purpose
This Procedure defines the correct functioning of the control circuit breakers and the
auxiliary devices and relays of the Switchgear, the tests for the protection relays.

Preliminary Conditions
- Switchgear completely assembled.
- Interconnection between panels finished.
- Auxiliary circuit supplies available.

Test Instrument List

Relay tester,
Digital multi meter
Auxiliary power supplies

Procedure

3.1 Check the correct wiring interconnection according to the drawing.

3.2 Check the correct function of the circuits to be connected to the D.C.S.
(if provided)

3.3 Check the functionality of the circuit breaker limit switches (test / service)

3.4 Check the functionality of the circuit breaker aux. contacts (open / closed).

3.5 Check the functionality of the earthing switch aux. contacts (open / closed)

3.6 Following the SWGR functional schemes and the protection relays,
verify the panels and switchgear functionality. Checking:
Electrical interlocks, electrical sequences, functional and control indicators.
 Document No.:
EGARC-PPMV AA/Doc/1/84-1
Document Title: Reference Documents:
Medium Voltage switchgear Test Procedure IEC: 62271-200
IEC: 62271-1
Issued By: Date of release: Approved By: Language: Page:
M.Ghonim 2011 – 06 – 01 M.El-Tayeb En 5/8
Issuing Department: Revision index: Document Kind:
Quality Control PPMV 12 Manual

3.b DIELECTRIC TEST ON CONTROL AND AUXILIARY CIRCUITS

(acc. to IEC 62271-1 clause 7.2.4)

Test Instrument List

High Voltage Test Kit 5 KV AC Type: CA 6160

Procedure
Carry out the power frequency voltage withstand test of auxiliary and control circuits applying
a voltage of AC 1kV / 1Sec between auxiliary and control circuit connected together as a whole
and the frame of the switchgear.

Acceptance Criteria

The test shall be considered as positive if neither flashover, nor puncture will occur.
 Document No.:
EGARC-PPMV AA/Doc/1/84-1
Document Title: Reference Documents:
Medium Voltage switchgear Test Procedure IEC: 62271-200
IEC: 62271-1
Issued By: Date of release: Approved By: Language: Page:
M.Ghonim 2011 – 06 – 01 M.El-Tayeb En 6/8
Issuing Department: Revision index: Document Kind:
Quality Control PPMV 12 Manual

4. POWER FREQUENCY VOLTAGE WITHSTAND TEST ON THE MAIN CIRCUIT

(acc. to IEC 62271-200clause 7.1)

Purpose
Dielectric test is performed to verify if the insulation of live parts is satisfactory and to
permit the Switchgear to be energized.

Preliminary conditions
- Equipment installed and connected.
- Switchgear is cleaned of dust, dirt, moisture, etc.
- Temporary disconnection of electronic devices.
- Voltage transformer fuses drawn out.

Test Instrument List

1- 60 KV Voltage Test Kit. Type: Phenix

Procedure

Carry out the main circuits power frequency voltage withstand test among each phase in
succession and the earthed one. The circuit breakers / LBS are closed.

Kv, AC per 60sec for each phase in succession

The test voltage will be as follows:

20 KV, AC per 60 sec. for rated insulation voltage 7.2 Kv.

28KV, AC per 60 sec. for rated insulation voltage 12 Kv.

38KV, AC per 60 sec. for rated insulation voltage 17.5 Kv.

50KV, AC per 60 sec. for rated insulation voltage 24 Kv.

70KV, AC per 60 sec. for rated insulation voltage 36 Kv.

For Second time the value should be 80%

Acceptance Criteria

The test is considered as successful if neither flashovers nor perforations occur during each
test
 Document No.:
EGARC-PPMV AA/Doc/1/84-1
Document Title: Reference Documents:
Medium Voltage switchgear Test Procedure IEC: 62271-200
IEC: 62271-1
Issued By: Date of release: Approved By: Language: Page:
M.Ghonim 2011 – 06 – 01 M.El-Tayeb En 7/8
Issuing Department: Revision index: Document Kind:
Quality Control PPMV 12 Manual

5. MEASURING OF THE RESISTANCE OF THE MAIN CIRCUITS

(acc. to IEC 62271-200 clause 7.3)
Purpose
A measurement of the resistance of the main circuit shall be made for comparison between
the switchgear type tested for temperature rise and all other switchgear of the same type
subjected to routine tests.

Test Instrument List

Michro Ohm Meter

Procedure

Carry out the measuring of the resistance of the switchgear's main circuits,
applying a current of range 100A - 200A DC on each phase in succession.

Acceptance Criteria

The test is considered as positive if voltage drops do not exceed 350 ų Ω.

 Document No.:
EGARC-PPMV AA/Doc/1/84-1
Document Title: Reference Documents:
Medium Voltage switchgear Test Procedure IEC: 62271-200
IEC: 62271-1
Issued By: Date of release: Approved By: Language: Page:
M.Ghonim 2011 – 06 – 01 M.El-Tayeb En 8/8
Issuing Department: Revision index: Document Kind:
Quality Control PPMV 12 Manual

6. TEST OF THE MEASURING AND PROTECTION CIRCUITS

Test Instrument List

Primary Injection Current & Primary Injection Voltage

Current Circuits
Procedure
7.1 According to CTs ratio inject to primary side a suitable one / three phases current
and verify the correct ammeter reading, current transducers function etc.
According to Specifications of current protection functions carry out the
secondary injection to the protection relays to verify the correct operation of
protection circuits.

Voltage Circuits
Procedure
7.2 According to voltage transformers' ratio apply on primary side of transformers a
suitable voltage and verify correct voltmeter reading, voltage transducers
function etc.
According to Specifications of voltage protection functions carry out the
secondary injection to the protection relays to verify the correct operation of
protection circuits.