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Switchgear Testing Guide

The document outlines production tests that are required by ANSI/IEEE regulations for metal-enclosed switchgear assemblies, including dielectric tests, mechanical operation tests, grounding tests for instrument transformer cases, and electrical operation and control wiring tests. The tests evaluate proper functioning, interchangeability of removable elements, control wiring continuity and insulation, polarity verification for instrument transformers, and sequential operation of devices. Conformance tests are also specified by ANSI C37.51-1989.

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Switchgear Testing Guide

The document outlines production tests that are required by ANSI/IEEE regulations for metal-enclosed switchgear assemblies, including dielectric tests, mechanical operation tests, grounding tests for instrument transformer cases, and electrical operation and control wiring tests. The tests evaluate proper functioning, interchangeability of removable elements, control wiring continuity and insulation, polarity verification for instrument transformers, and sequential operation of devices. Conformance tests are also specified by ANSI C37.51-1989.

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METAL-ENCLOSED SWITCHGEAR ASSEMBLIES

PRODUCTION TESTS PER ANSI/IEEE


THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTION TESTS ARE REQUIRED BY ANSI/IEEE
REGULATION C37.20.1-1993:
• 5.3 PRODUCTION TESTS
• 5.3.1 DIELECTRIC TESTS
• 5.3.2 MECHANICAL OPERATION TESTS
• 5.3.3 GROUNDING OF INSTRUMENT TRANSFORMER CASE TEST
• 5.3.4 ELECTRICAL OPERATION AND CONTROL-WIRING TESTS
• 5.3.4.1 CONTROL WIRING CONTINUITY
• 5.3.4.2 CONTROL WIRING INSULATION TEST
• 5.3.4.3 POLARITY VERIFICATION
• 5.3.4.4 SEQUENCE TESTS
• 5.4 CONFORMANCE TESTS

THESE TESTS ARE DESCRIBED BELOW:

5.3 PRODUCTION TESTS

Production tests for LV switchgear shall be normal frequency dielectric tests, mechanical
tests, grounding of instrument transformer case tests, and electrical operation and control
wiring tests. Drawout circuit breakers need not be tested in the assembly if they are tested
separately.

5.3.1 DIELECTRIC TESTS

Normal frequency withstand tests shall be made on each LV switchgear in accordance with
the general requirements of 5.2.1 (attached) with the exception that tests across the open
gap are not required. Tests shall be made between each phase and ground with the other
phases grounded.

Apply a test voltage of 1800 V between neutral and ground.

5.3.2 MECHANICAL OPERATION TESTS

Mechanical tests shall be performed to ensure the proper functioning of mechanical


interlocks, etc. These tests shall ensure the interchangeability of removable elements
designed to be interchangeable.

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5.3.3 GROUNDING OF INSTRUMENT TRANSFORMER CASE TEST

The effectiveness of grounding of each instrument transformer case or frame shall be


checked by a low potential source such as 10 V or less using bells, buzzers, or lights. This
test is required only when instrument transformers are of metal-case design.

5.3.4 ELECTRICAL OPERATION AND CONTROL-WIRING TESTS

5.3.4.1 CONTROL WIRING CONTINUITY

The correctness of the control wiring of a switchgear assembly shall be verified by either
or both

a) Actual electrical operation of the component control devices


b) Individual circuit continuity checks by electrical circuit testers

5.3.4.2 CONTROL WIRING INSULATION TEST

A 60 Hz test voltage shall be applied after all circuit grounds have been disconnected.
Either 1500 V for 1 min or 1800 V for 1 sec may be utilized. All wires shall be tested
either individually or in groups. At the option of the manufacturer, switchgear-mounted
devices that have been individually tested may be disconnected during the test.

5.3.4.3 POLARITY VERIFICATION

Tests or inspections shall be made to ensure that connections between instrument


transformers and meters or relays, etc., are correctly connected for proper polarities in
accordance with circuit diagrams. Instruments shall be tested to ensure that pointers move
in the proper direction. This does not require tests using primary voltage and current.

5.3.4.4 SEQUENCE TESTS

LV switchgear involving the sequential operation of devices are tested to ensure that the
devices in the sequence function properly and in the order intended.

This sequence test may not include remote equipment controlled by the switchgear
assembly. However, this equipment is simulated, where necessary.

5.4 CONFORMANCE TESTS

Conformance test procedures for LV switchgear are given in ANSI C37.51-1989.

From ANSI/IEEE Standard C37.20-1993

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