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ICS 29.130.10
PIESA 1010:2005
ISBN 0-626-16581-4
Edition 1

SPECIFICATION

METAL-CLAD SWITCHGEAR FOR RATED

A.C. VOLTAGES ABOVE 1 kV AND UP TO
AND INCLUDING 36 kV — GENERAL
REQUIREMENTS AND METHODS OF TEST
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PIESA 1010:2005

Foreword
This specification is an adaptation of the South African National Standard SANS 1885, for
application in electricity utilities throughout East and Southern Africa.

The following requirements from SANS 1885 were changed or adapted in preparing this edition of
PIESA 1010:

4.1.1.3 Provision for additional preferred rated normal currents;

4.1.1.4.2 Provision for selection of rated withstand voltages;

4.1.1.5.3 Provision for the purchaser to specify rated short-time term and peak withstand currents
other than those stated in table 2;

4.2.1.4 Requirements in respect of air-filled enclosures is by reference to PIESA 1012 (which is a

direct adoption of NRS 012);

4.2.2.13 Specific mention of venting requirements of IEC 60298;

4.2.2.14 Option to specify arc detection and associated protection;

4.3.2.2 & 4.3.3.2 Where applicable, indication of SF6 pressure to be provided;

4.2.3.4 Option to specify the insulation medium of the busbar;

4.2.4.3 Clarification that the floor finish level is the responsibility of the purchaser;

4.2.5.2 Clarification that the manufacturer will be responsible to obtain dimensions of existing
panels where necessary;

4.2.8 Earthing clause reworded for clarity;

4.2.9.7 A new requirement for a label giving instructions in the event of an SF6 gas leak;

5 Quality assurance requirements have been removed from the tests and incorporated in
informative annex D;

5.5 Tests for the assessment of painted surfaces changed to "Test on coated surfaces" by
reference to PIESA 1102.

The Power Institute for East and Southern Africa (PIESA) is a regional power utility association
established in 1998 to coordinate information and technology sharing in the specialized areas of:

a) technology and engineering support;

b) applied research;

c) standardization;

d) technical development and training; and

e) environmental management.

PIESA primarily aims to develop technological capacity in the region’s distribution networks by
promoting a spirit of experience sharing. Its membership comprises electric power utilities in East
and Southern Africa that wish to participate in the sustainable development of power systems in
these areas.
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PIESA 1010:2005

PIESA 1010 has been prepared by the Standardization Working Group of the PIESA and approved
by the Board of the PIESA for use by supply authorities in the East and Southern African region.

The Working Group comprised the following members:

P A Johnson (WG Convenor) Eskom Resources and Strategy, South Africa

A Bekker Eskom (Distribution Technology), South Africa
L D M de Wet (Observer) AMEU
N Kalundi SNEL, Democratic Republic of Congo
A Kaponda ESCOM, Malawi
C G K Kasonkomona ZESCO, Zambia
P K Luutu UEB, Uganda
M Mabika SNEL, Democratic Republic of Congo
C Muzamwese ZESA, Zimbabwe
H Ndzimande SEB, Swaziland
T Phate Lesotho Electricity Corporation
J L Sempemba UEDC
D Sichela ZESCO, Zambia
S Tikoe Lesotho Electricity Corporation
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PIESA 1010:2005

Introduction
This specification was prepared to establish uniform requirements for metal-clad switchgear for
application in the electricity supply industry in East and Southern Africa.

The PIESA Board expresses the wish that, in the common interest of electricity utilities in the East
and Southern African region, all electricity utilities adopt the recommendations of PIESA 1010
insofar as their particular conditions will permit and that the use of any conflicting specifications be
discontinued. Any differences between the requirements of this specification and the corresponding
utility’s requirements should, where appropriate, be submitted for consideration in future revisions of
this specification.

Keywords
electricity supply, indoor switchgear, metal-clad, specification.
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Contents
Page

1 Scope ........................................................................................................................................... 3

2 Normative references .................................................................................................................. 4

3 Terms, definitions and abbreviations .......................................................................................... 6

4 Requirements ............................................................................................................................... 9

4.1 Ratings ................................................................................................................................ 9

4.2 Switchgear .......................................................................................................................... 11
4.3 Circuit-breaker panels ........................................................................................................ 14
4.4 Switch-disconnector panels ............................................................................................... 22
4.5 Switch-fuse combination panels ......................................................................................... 22
4.6 Power cable termination ..................................................................................................... 24
4.7 Battery, battery chargers and d.c. supplies ....................................................................... 25
4.8 Current transformers .......................................................................................................... 25
4.9 Voltage transformers .......................................................................................................... 27
4.10 Protection relays ................................................................................................................. 28
4.11 Instruments, transducers and metering ............................................................................. 29
4.12 Luminous indicators ............................................................................................................ 30
4.13 Alarm circuits ...................................................................................................................... 30
4.14 Auxiliary circuitry ................................................................................................................. 30
4.15 Accessories ......................................................................................................................... 33
4.16 Rating plates ....................................................................................................................... 33
4.17 Labels .................................................................................................................................. 35
4.18 Protection against corrosion ............................................................................................... 37

5 Tests

5.1 General ............................................................................................................................... 37

5.2 Type test ............................................................................................................................. 37
5.3 Routine tests ....................................................................................................................... 38
5.4 Test after erection on site ................................................................................................... 38
5.5 Tests on coated surfaces ................................................................................................... 39

6 Recommended spares and tools

6.1 Spares ................................................................................................................................. 39

6.2 Tools ................................................................................................................................... 39

7 Documentation

7.1 Documentation with order .................................................................................................. 39

7.2 Documentation on hand-over ............................................................................................. 39
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Contents (concluded)
Page

Annex A (normative) Rules for application of standard wire numbering ................................ 40

Annex B (normative) Internal arc testing .................................................................................... 43

Annex C (informative) Guidelines on determining contents of test “T” packs ............................. 44

Annex D (informative) Guide to purchasers on preparing an enquiry ......................................... 45

Annex E (informative) Model form for schedules A and B ........................................................... 48

Bibliography .................................................................................................................................... 54
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METAL-CLAD SWITCHGEAR FOR RATED A.C. VOLTAGES ABOVE

1 KV AND UP TO AND INCLUDING 36 KV — GENERAL
REQUIREMENTS AND METHODS OF TEST

1 Scope
1.1 PIESA 1010 specifies the requirements for factory-assembled, modular design, metal-clad
switchgear panels for indoor installation, for rated a.c. voltages above 1 kV and up to and including
36 kV, for use on three-phase systems.

1.2 The panels will in general each include equipment that comprises a mechanical switching
device (for example, a fixed circuit-breaker, a withdrawable circuit-breaker, a switch-disconnector, a
switch-fuse combination or a switch) in combination with associated control, measuring, indicating,
alarm, protective and regulating equipment, including interconnections, accessories, enclosures
and supporting structure.

1.3 It is not the intention of PIESA 1010 to exclude alternatives such as existing single-pole
switching equipment or new technical developments. These can be catered for in future either by
way of an extension of this document or by additional parts.

1.4 PIESA 1010 is applicable to metal-clad, indoor switchgear panels with single and double
busbars.

1.5 Two or more of the individual switchgear panels are intended to be coupled together in various
combinations in order to form one continuous switchboard.

1.6 The switchgear is intended to be used under the following normal conditions of indoor use:
a) ambient air temperature: −5 °C to 40 °C;

b) altitude: not exceeding 1 800 m;

c) ambient air: not significantly polluted by dust, smoke, salt or corrosive vapours, very low
corrosive environment as specified in PIESA 1102;

d) average humidity: not exceeding 95 %; and

e) negligible vibration from external causes.

NOTE 1 For any special service conditions that differ from the normal conditions defined in 1.6, agreement
should be reached between the purchaser and the supplier on the conditions for use of the equipment.

NOTE 2 For low-voltage auxiliary equipment, no special precautions need be taken if the altitude
is below 2 000 m.
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NOTE 3 For internal insulation other than air at atmospheric pressure, the dielectric characteristics are
identical at any altitude and no special precautions need be taken.

NOTE 4 In the case of switchgear panels which are to be subjected to type or routine dielectric tests at an
altitude above 1 000 m, a correction factor as set out in SANS 60694 will need to be applied to the relevant
standard reference atmospheric test voltage. Some areas of East and Southern Africa are at an altitude in
excess of 1 800 m, up to 2 600 m.

2 Normative references
The following standards contain provisions which, through reference in the text, constitute
provisions of this specification. All standards are subject to revision and, parties to agreements
based on this specification are encouraged to take steps to ensure the use of the most recent
editions of the standards listed below. Information on currently valid national and international
standards can be obtained from appropriate national standards organization.

NOTE Some of the international normative references may have been adopted as national standards by one
or more national standards bodies. Where required for reference purposes, users of this specification are
encouraged to check for the availability of equivalent national standards. In particular, where applicable, those
available at the time of preparation of this specification as South African National Standards are indicated as
such in brackets after each entry.

BS 3693, Recommendations for design of scales and indexes on analogue indicating instruments.

BS 5825, Specification for low-voltage switchgear and controlgear for industrial use. Mounting rails,
G-profile for the fixing of terminal blocks.

BS 7729, Specification for instrument transformers – Three-phase voltage transformers for voltage
levels having Um up to 52 kV.

IEC 60044-1, Instrument transformers – Part 1: Current transformers. [SANS 60044-1]

IEC 60051-1, Direct acting indicating analogue electrical-measuring instruments and their
accessories – Part 1: Definitions and general requirements common to all parts.

IEC 60051-2, Direct acting indicating analogue electrical-measuring instruments and their
accessories – Part 2: Special requirements for ampere meters and voltmeters.

IEC 60051-7, Direct acting indicating analogue electrical-measuring instruments and their
accessories – Part 7: Special requirements for multi-function instruments.

IEC 60051-8, Direct acting indicating analogue electrical-measuring instruments and their
accessories – Part 8: Special requirements for accessories.

IEC 60051-9, Direct acting indicating analogue electrical-measuring instruments and their
accessories – Part 9: Recommended test methods.

IEC 60055-1, Paper-insulated metal-sheathed cables for rated voltages up to 18/30 kV (with copper
or aluminium conductors and excluding gas-pressure and oil-filled cables) – Part 1: Tests on cables
and their accessories.

IEC 60186, Voltage transformers. [SANS 60186]

IEC 60216-1, Electrical insulating materials – Part 1: Ageing procedures and evaluation of test
results.

IEC 60216-2, Electrical insulating materials – Part 2: Choice of test criteria.

IEC 60216-3, Electrical insulating materials – Thermal endurance properties – Part 3: Instructions
for calculating thermal endurance characteristics.
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IEC 60216-4-1, Guide for the determination of thermal endurance properties of electrical insulating
materials – Part 4: Ageing ovens – Section 1: Single-chamber ovens.

IEC 60216-5, Electrical insulating materials – Thermal endurance characteristics – Part 5:

Determination of relative thermal endurance index (RTE) of an insulating material.

IEC 60227-3, Polyvinyl chloride insulated cables of rated voltages up to and including
450 V/750 V – Part 3: Non-sheathed cables for fixed wiring.

IEC 60227-4, Polyvinyl chloride insulated cables of rated voltages up to and including 450 V/750 –
Part 4: Sheathed cables for fixed wiring.

IEC 60227-5, Polyvinyl chloride insulated cables of rated voltages up to and including
450 V/750 V – Part 5: Flexible cables (cords).

IEC 60265-1, High-voltage switches – Part 1: Switches for rated voltages above 1 kV and less than
52 kV. [SANS 60265-1]

IEC 60269-1, Low-voltage fuses – Part 1: General requirements. [SANS 60269-1]

IEC 60269-2, Low-voltage fuses – Part 2: Supplementary requirements for fuses for use by
authorized persons (fuses mainly for industrial application). [SANS 60269-2]

IEC 60282-1, High-voltage fuses – Part 1: Current-limiting fuses. [SANS 60282-1]

IEC 60298, A.C. metal-enclosed switchgear and controlgear for rated voltages above 1 kV and up
to and including 52 kV. [SANS 60298]

IEC 60376, Specification and acceptance of new sulphur hexafluoride.

IEC 60502-2, Power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories for rated voltages from
1 kV (Um = 36 kV) − Part 2: Cables for rated voltages from 6 kV (Um = 7,2 kV) up to 30 kV
(Um = 36 kV).

IEC 60694, Common specifications for high-voltage switchgear and controlgear standards.
[SANS 60694]

IEC 60947-1, Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear − Part 1: General rules. [SANS 60947-1]

IEC 60947-3, Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear − Part 3: Switches, disconnectors, switch-
disconnectors and fuse-combinations units. [SANS60947-3]

IEC 60947-5, Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear − Part 5: Control circuit devices and
switching elements. [SANS 60947-5]

IEC 62271-100, High-voltage switchgear and controlgear − Part 100: High-voltage alternating-
current circuit-breakers. [SANS 62271-100]

IEC 62271-102, High-voltage switchgear and controlgear – Part 102: Alternating current
disconnectors and earthing switches. [SANS 62271-102]

IEC 62271-105, High-voltage switchgear and controlgear – Part 105: Alternative current switch-fuse
combinations. [SANS 62271-105]

SANS 97 (SABS 97), Electric cables − Impregnated paper-insulated metal-sheathed cables for
rated voltages 3,3/3,3 kV to 19 kV/33 kV (excluding pressure assisted cables).

SANS 156 (SABS 156), Moulded-case circuit-breakers.

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SANS 1091, National colour standard.

SANS 1574, Electric cables – Flexible cords and flexible cables.

SANS 1652, Battery chargers – Industrial type.

SANS 10198-13 (SABS 0198-13), The selection, handling and installation of electric power cables
of rating not exceeding 33 kV – Part 13: Testing, commissioning and fault location.

PIESA 1012, Cable terminations and live conductors within air insulated enclosures (insulation co-
ordination) for rated a.c. voltages of 7,2 kV and up to and including 36 kV.

PIESA 1102, Corrosion protection of new mild steel fabricated equipment.

3 Terms, definitions and abbreviations

For the purposes of this specification, the following terms, definitions and abbreviated terms apply:

NOTE All the terms used in this specification are generally consistent with the definitions given in
IEC 60050-441.

approval
acceptance, agreed to in writing, by the purchaser

"a" contact
make contact
control or auxiliary contact that is closed when the main contacts of the mechanical switching
device are closed and open when they are open

"b" contact
break contact
control or auxiliary contact that is open when the main contacts of the mechanical switching device
are closed and closed when they are open

bus-coupler switchgear panel

switchgear panel that is used to open and close the electrical connection and provide safety
isolation between two busbar systems of a switchboard with a double busbar configuration. It could
include a switch-disconnector or a circuit-breaker

bus-section switchgear panel

switchgear panel that is used to open and close the electrical connection and provide safety
isolation between two sections of busbar of a switchboard. It could include a switch-disconnector or
a circuit-breaker

circuit-breaker
mechanical switching device that is capable of making, carrying and breaking currents under
normal circuit conditions, and also of making, carrying for a specified time and breaking currents
under specified abnormal conditions, such as those of a short-circuit

circuit-breaker class B
circuit-breaker so designed as to not require maintenance of the interrupting parts of the main
circuit during the expected operating life of the circuit-breaker, and only minimal maintenance of its
other parts

NOTE Minimal maintenance might include aspects such as lubrication, replenishment of gas, and cleaning of
external surfaces.
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circuit-breaker panel
switchgear panel complete with a fixed or withdrawable circuit-breaker

circuit-side
side of a circuit-breaker or switch that contains the cable connections and that can be isolated from
the busbars

earthing position
(of a withdrawable part)
position of a withdrawable part in which the closing of a mechanical switching device causes a main
circuit to be short-circuited and earthed

independent manual operation

stored energy operation where the energy originates from manual power stored and is released in
one continuous operation, such that the speed and force are independent of the action of the
operator

joggle chamber
purpose designed panel used to align the busbars of different types of metal-clad switchgear

metal-clad switchgear
metal-enclosed switchgear in which certain components, for example, circuit-breakers, are
arranged in separate compartments that have metal partitions and that are intended to be earthed

NOTE This term applies to metal-enclosed switchgear with metal partitions that provide the degree of
protection, or a higher degree, included in table 1 of IEC 60298:1990 and that has separate compartments for
the following:

a) each main switching device;

b) components connected to one side of a main switching device, for example, a feeder; and

c) components connected to the other side of the main switching device, for example, busbars.

moulded-case circuit-breaker
MCCB
circuit-breaker that has a supporting housing of moulded insulating material that forms an integral
part of the circuit-breaker

rated insulation level

combination of the rated lightning impulse withstand voltage and the rated short duration power
frequency withstand voltage specified in IEC 60298

rated normal current

main circuits and switching devices, the r.m.s. value of the current that they are designed to carry
continuously under the specified conditions of use and behaviour

NOTE Some main circuits of switchgear, for example, busbars and feeder circuits might not have the same
value of rated normal current.

rated peak withstand current

main and earthing circuits, the peak current associated with the first major loop of the short-time
withstand current that a mechanical switching device is designed to carry in the closed position
under prescribed conditions of use and behaviour

rated short-time withstand current

main and earthing circuits, the r.m.s. value of current that the switching device is designed to carry
in the closed position during a specified short time under prescribed conditions of use and
behaviour
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rated voltage
highest r.m.s. phase-to-phase voltage of the supply on which the switchgear is designed to operate

relay chamber
metal-enclosed chamber that contains control, measuring, indicating, alarm, protective and
regulating equipment associated with a switchgear panel

service position (of a withdrawable part)

position of a withdrawable part, in which it is fully connected for its intended function

stored energy operation (of a mechanical switching device)

operation that is completed under predetermined conditions by using energy stored in the switching
device before the completion of the operation

switch
mechanical switching device that is capable of making, carrying and breaking currents under
normal circuit conditions, which can include specified operating overload conditions, and also
capable of carrying for a specified time, currents under specified abnormal circuit conditions such
as those of a short-circuit

NOTE A switch can be capable of making but not breaking short-circuit currents.

switchboard
two or more switchgear panels coupled together in various combinations

switch-disconnector
switch that in the open position, satisfies the isolating requirements specified for a disconnector

switch-disconnector panel
switchgear panel complete with a non-withdrawable type of switch-disconnector or switch-isolator

switch-fuse combination
switch in which at least one pole has a fuse in series in a composite unit

switch-fuse combination panel

switchgear panel complete with a non-withdrawable switch-fuse combination

switchgear
general term that covers switching devices and their combination with associated control,
measuring, indicating, alarm, protective and regulating equipment, also assemblies of such devices
and equipment with associated interconnections, accessories, enclosures and supporting
structures, intended, in principle, for use in connection with the generation, transmission,
distribution and conversion of electric energy

NOTE When reference is made in this specification to a switchgear panel and a switchboard, the term
switchgear is used.

switchgear panel
panel
switchgear of modular design that comprises a mechanical switching device, for example, a circuit-
breaker, a switch-disconnector, a switch-fuse combination or a switch

terminal assembly
two or more terminals fixed to the same conductive part

terminal block
insulating part carrying one or more mutually insulated terminal assemblies and intended to be fixed
to a support
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test position (of a withdrawable part)

position of a withdrawable part in which an isolating distance or segregation is established in the
main circuit, and in which the auxiliaries are connected

3.1 Abbreviations
Not applicable.

4 Requirements
4.1 Ratings
4.1.1 Main circuits

4.1.1.1 Rated voltage

The rated voltage shall be one of the following, as specified in schedule A:

a) 12 kV;

b) 24 kV; and

c) 36 kV.

4.1.1.2 Rated frequency

The rated frequency shall be 50 Hz.

4.1.1.3 Rated normal current

Preferred rated normal currents are:

a) 400A;

b) 630 A;

c) 800 A;

d) 1 250 A;

e) 1 600 A;

f) 2 000 A; and

g) 2 500 A.

NOTE The required rated normal current is specified in the configuration drawing (see 4.3.1.1, 4.4.1.2 and
4.5.1.2).

4.1.1.4 Rated insulation level

4.1.1.4.1 The rated insulation level of switchgear shall be in accordance with table 1 for the
relevant rated voltages.

NOTE Where the switchgear is fed from an overhead distribution system by a short length of cable, the
equipment could be exposed to higher voltages than those set out in table 1, unless protective measure are
taken. For cable lengths of 100 m or more surge arresters should be used at both ends of the cable. For cable
lengths less than 100 m, surge arresters should be used at the pole where there is a change from cable to
overhead lines.
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4.1.1.4.2 The rated peak lightning impulse withstand voltage will be specified by the purchaser in
schedule A, from the values in list 2 and list 3 in table 1.

NOTE For 12kV switchgear, generally 95 kV is specified for use at altitudes above 1 000 m.

Table 1 — Rated insulation level

1 2 3
Rated peak lightning Rated short-duration power-
Rated voltage impulse withstand frequency withstand r.m.s.
voltage voltage
kV kV kV
List 2 List 3
12 75 95 28
24 125 150 50
36 170 200 70

4.1.1.5 Rated short-time and peak withstand current

4.1.1.5.1 Unless otherwise specified in schedule A, the rated short-time and peak withstand
currents shall be in accordance with table 2.

4.1.1.5.2 In the case of 12 kV switchgear, the rated short-time withstand current, as selected from
table 2, will be specified in schedule A.

4.1.1.5.3 The standard value of short-time current duration is 3 s.

Table 2 — Rated short-time and peak withstand currents

1 2 3
Rated short-time
Rated peak withstand
Rated voltage withstand r.m.s.
current
current
kV kA kA
12 20 50
– 25 63
31,5 79
24 20 50
36 20 50
31,5 79

4.1.1.6 Rated breaking current

Switches shall be capable of breaking the following currents:

a) the rated closed loop breaking current, which is equal to the rated normal current;

b) the rated mainly active load breaking current, which is equal to the rated normal current; and

c) the rated cable-charging current, which is standardized at 10 A.

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4.1.1.7 Rated short-circuit breaking current

The rated short-circuit breaking current of circuit-breakers and switch-fuse combinations shall be
equal in value to the rated short-time withstand current given in column 2 of table 2 that
corresponds to the relevant rated voltage given in column 1 of table 2.

4.1.1.8 Rated short-circuit making currents

The rated short-circuit making current of circuit-breakers, switch disconnectors, earthing switches
and switch-fuse combinations shall be equal in value to the rated peak withstand current given in
column 3 of table 2, corresponding to the relevant rated voltage given in column 1.

4.1.2 Auxiliary circuits

The auxiliary supply voltage shall be a d.c. voltage of 110 V unless one of the following is specified
in schedule A:

a) an a.c. voltage of 110 V;

b) an a.c. voltage of 230 V; or

c) a d.c. voltage of 30 V.

4.2 Switchgear

4.2.1 General

4.2.1.1 Switchgear shall comply with the requirements of IEC 60298.

NOTE For ease of reference, certain of the requirements in IEC 60298 are repeated in PIESA 1010.

4.2.1.2 Earthing switches shall comply with IEC 62271-102.

4.2.1.3 The following switchgear information shall be stated in schedule B:

a) the manufacturer;

b) the country of origin;

c) catalogue or type designation; and

d) the total switchgear mass.

4.2.1.4 The insulation co-ordination in air within the switchgear shall comply with PIESA 1012.

4.2.1.5 Internal arc tests shall be carried out in all medium-voltage power compartments (i.e. the
compartment containing the mechanical switching device, the power cable enclosure and the
busbar chamber). See annex B.

4.2.2 Physical requirements

4.2.2.1 Switchgear shall be suitable for service in the system and environmental conditions
specified in 1.6.

4.2.2.2 Each switchgear panel shall be a self-contained unit designed according to IEC 60298, with
protection class of at least IP3X for external surfaces and IP2X for internal surfaces.
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4.2.2.3 Separate metal compartments are required for the main switch; primary busbar; voltage
transformers; power cable/current transformer and relay/control chamber.

4.2.2.4 The configuration of the switchboard shall conform to the configuration drawing
(see 7.1(a)).

4.2.2.5 Switchgear panels shall be floor mounted, shall be of modular design such that they can be
joined together to form a complete switchboard of any combination of the switchgear panel types
supplied and shall be readily extendible at either end.

4.2.2.6 All switchgear panels shall allow switching operations to be carried out from the front of the
panel.

4.2.2.7 Where panel fronts are not aligned, it shall be possible to arrange switchgear panels in any
order such that the equipment of each panel can be operated in the intended manner.

4.2.2.8 For single-busbar switchboards of simple design, switchgear panels shall be so designed
that the cable termination compartments can be readily aligned to suit a cable trench of width
600 mm, with the front of the switchgear panels fully aligned.

4.2.2.9 Provision shall be made for lifting or slinging each panel. Details of the provisions shall be
stated in the general arrangement drawing (see 7.2(b)).

4.2.2.10 Switchgear panels shall be so constructed that they can be adapted readily (by the
purchaser on site, if necessary) to incorporate a voltage transformer.

4.2.2.11 All padlocking facilities shall be suitable for padlocks that have shanks of diameter 6 mm.

4.2.2.12 Doors shall have stops to prevent them from overswinging when opened.

4.2.2.13 Pressure relief ("venting" or “arc deflection”), such that the operator is not endangered in
the event of an escape of gas or vapour under pressure shall be provided as specified in
IEC 60298.

4.2.2.14 Where so specified by the purchaser in schedule A, arc detection and associated
protection shall be incorporated in breaker protection system. Where arc detection and protection is
offered, details shall be provided in schedule B.

4.2.3 Busbar

4.2.3.1 All joints and tees in busbars and busbar connections shall be made using bolts, nuts and
washers that are suitably protected against corrosion. Suitable methods of protection include
phosphating, galvanizing, zinc impregnation, and plating with copper, nickel, cadmium silver, tin or
zinc.

NOTE “Putty and tape” is not the preferred method to achieve the impulse dielectric ratings under normal
operating conditions.

4.2.3.2 Busbar connections and tee-offs shall be capable of carrying both normal load and fault
currents.

4.2.3.3 The busbar rated current shall be stated in the configuration drawing (see 7.1(a)).

4.2.3.4 The busbars shall be air-insulated, unless otherwise specified in schedule A.

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4.2.4 Installation

4.2.4.1 If installation and on-site operational testing are required to be carried out by the supplier, it
will be specified in schedule A.

NOTE The installation and on-site operational testing should be done by the supplier.

4.2.4.2 Erection shall be in accordance with the purchaser’s switch room layout drawing
(see 7.1(b)).

4.2.4.3 It is intended that the switchgear shall be able to operate correctly where the tolerance of
the switch room finished floor level is less than or equal to 2 mm/m2 in the area required to withdraw
a circuit-breaker and less than or equal to 1 mm/m2 elsewhere.

NOTE The purchaser should ensure the finished floor level meet the requirements in 4.2.4.3.

4.2.4.4 The availability and the type of constructional power supply available on site will be
specified in schedule A.

4.2.5 Extension of switchboards

4.2.5.1 If the switchgear is to be joined to an existing switchboard, this will be specified in

schedule A.

4.2.5.2 If the switchgear is to be joined to an existing switchboard, the details of the existing
switchboard will be specified in schedule A.

NOTE Where the purchaser cannot supply the drawings for the original switchgear, the manufacturer of the
original switchgear is expected to supply the required drawings, or the purchaser will arrange for the
manufacturer to obtain the measurements required.

4.2.5.3 If a joggle chamber is required, the supplier shall provide an outline drawing of the joggle
chamber or shall specify as a minimum, the joggle chamber width.

4.2.5.4 The supplier shall by design criteria, calculations or test prove that after the extension of a
switchboard, the joggle chamber and the new part of the switchboard comply with the requirements
of this specification.

4.2.6 Heaters

4.2.6.1 The supplier shall state in schedule B if heaters will be installed in the switchgear.

4.2.6.2 The type of heater offered shall be stated in schedule B.

4.2.7 Surge arresters

4.2.7.1 If surge arresters are required in feeder switchgear panels, this will be specified in
schedule A.

4.2.7.2 The type and position of the surge arresters will be specified in schedule A.

4.2.7.3 Surge arresters shall be earthed by bonding to the earthing bar (see 4.2.8), with copper
cable of cross-sectional area not less than 150 mm2.

4.2.8 Earthing

4.2.8.1 Each switchgear panel shall include a copper earthing bar of at least 25 mm wide with a
cross-sectional area of at least 125 mm2, to facilitate earthing of cable sheath(s) and armour. The
earthing bar shall be suitable for interconnection to the adjacent switchgear panels. The type of
system earthing (solid/resistive) will be stated in schedule A.
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4.2.8.2 Suitable facilities for termination of the earths (preferably M12 clearance holes or studs)
shall be provided. The clearance hole or stud size of the earth bar offered shall be stated in
schedule B.

4.2.8.3 The maximum earth fault current will be specified in schedule A.

4.2.8.4 Each metal enclosure or individual tank shall be provided with a reliable earthing terminal,
having a clamping screw or nut for connection to an earth conductor that is suitable for the fault
conditions specified.

4.2.8.5 The switchgear shall include a copper earthing bar not less than 25 mm wide and a cross-
2
sectional area not less than 120 mm , to facilitate earthing of cable sheath(s) and armour.

4.2.8.6 The current density in the earthing bar shall not exceed 200 A/mm2 under the specified
earth fault conditions.

4.2.9 Sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) insulation

4.2.9.1 If SF6 is used for insulation (not as an interruption medium) this shall be stated in
schedule B together with the compartments where SF6 is used.

4.2.9.2 Sulfur-hexafluoride switchgear shall be filled with new SF6 that complies with the
requirements of IEC 60376.

4.2.9.3 The switchgear shall be factory sealed such that no routine gas replenishment is required
in normal service. The design, construction and sealing of gas compartments shall be such that, the
period to replenishment of gas is not less than 20 years.

4.2.9.4 Unless specified otherwise in schedule A, a device for monitoring the SF6 pressure in each
tank, even in service, with indication of minimum permissible pressure level for safe operation shall
be provided.

4.2.9.5 If fitted, the pressure level monitoring device shall be clearly visible to the operator from the
operating side of the switchgear panel.

4.2.9.6 The quantity of the SF6 to be used in each separately filled compartment shall be stated in
schedule B.

4.2.9.7 The switchgear shall have a permanent label that alerts the users to the presence of SF6
gas, and what action to take in the event that a leak is suspected. The text of this label shall be
agreed with the purchaser.

4.2.9.8 The supplier of SF6 switchgear shall render a service to recover and replenish SF6 gas after
its service life. Confirmation of this shall be in writing at tender stage.

4.3 Circuit-breaker panels

4.3.1 Withdrawable and fixed type

NOTE Common requirements for withdrawable circuit-breaker panels and fixed circuit-breaker panels are
given in 4.3.1. Specific requirements for withdrawable circuit-breaker panels and fixed circuit-breaker panels
are given in 4.3.2 and 4.3.3 respectively.

4.3.1.1 General

4.3.1.1.1 The current rating of the circuit-breaker switchgear panel shall be stated in the
configuration drawing (see 7.1(a)).

4.3.1.1.2 All circuit-breakers shall be class B, in accordance with IEC 60298.

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4.3.1.1.3 The interrupting medium offered shall be either vacuum or SF6 and shall be stated in
schedule B.

4.3.1.1.4 Circuit-breakers shall comply with the requirements of IEC 62271-100.

4.3.1.2 Indication

The circuit-breaker panel shall be indicated clearly visible from the front of the panel (i.e. on the
circuit-breaker, and on the circuit-breaker panel). For details of indications for withdrawable type,
see 4.3.2.2 and for details of indications for fixed type see 4.3.3.2.

4.3.1.3 Interlocks

4.3.1.3.1 Facilities provided for operational access to parts of the switchgear panel that contain live
components shall be mechanically interlocked so that access to such parts is not possible unless all
live parts have been rendered safe, by isolating the live parts and applying a visible earth
connection, or by being positively disconnected and screened from the remaining live parts.

4.3.1.3.2 Mechanical interlocks shall be provided to ensure positive and substantial protection
against maloperation, and shall be so designed and constructed as to ensure dependable fail-safe
operation.

4.3.1.3.3 When the circuit-breaker panel is padlocked in the earth position, it shall not be possible
to gain access to the cable test facility.

NOTE This interlock will prevent the undesirable removal of the cable earthing via the cable test facility.

4.3.1.4 Earthing

4.3.1.4.1 If specified in schedule A, earthing facilities shall be provided for all main circuits.

4.3.1.4.2 If specified in schedule A, a busbar earthing facility shall be provided.

4.3.1.4.3 If specified in schedule A, a bus section earthing facility shall be provided.

4.3.1.4.4 Details of the earthing facilities offered shall be stated in schedule B.

4.3.1.4.5 The frame of each earth switch shall have a reliable earthing terminal that has a clamping
screw for connection to an earth conductor rated for the specified fault conditions. The diameter of
the clamping screw shall be preferably M12 and shall be stated in schedule B.

4.3.1.4.6 The earthing terminal shall be marked in accordance with 4.17.4.3(c).

4.3.1.4.7 Where bus-section or bus-coupler panels are supplied, they may be used to provide
integral earthing of either set of busbars connected to them. This feature shall be fully detailed in
schedule B.

4.3.1.5 Circuit-breaker operating mechanisms

The circuit-breaker operating mechanism shall be an integral part of the circuit-breaker.

4.3.1.6 Local electrical operation

OPEN/CLOSE control switches shall be provided. If pistol-grip types are specified in schedule A,
they shall be arranged for spring return to the neutral position when released. The closing
operation shall be initiated by clockwise rotation of the control switch and padlocking facilities shall
be provided for the OPEN/CLOSE control switch in the neutral position.

NOTE For safety reasons, it is strongly recommended that switching operations be done from a remote
position.
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4.3.1.7 Remote control unit

4.3.1.7.1 A panel connector for hand-held remote control shall be provided.

4.3.1.7.2 A suitable, self-retaining panel connector shall be supplied. The plug-in position of the
panel connector should be at the front of the switchgear panel.

4.3.1.7.3 The pins for the tripping and closing of the circuit-breaker shall be as follows:

a) pins 1 and 2 for close;

b) pins 3 and 4 for trip; and

c) pins 5 and 6 for charging (if electrical charging is specified in schedule A).

NOTE It is accepted that letters A to F could be used instead of numbers 1 to 6 respectively.

4.3.1.8 Mechanical operation

4.3.1.8.1 A padlockable mechanical trip facility shall be provided.

4.3.1.8.2 If mechanical close is specified in schedule A, it shall be supplied with provision for
padlocking.

4.3.1.9 Electrical/electromechanical operation

4.3.1.9.1 Unless specified otherwise in schedule A, or in the case of an auto-reclose circuit-

breaker, the closing mechanism shall be the stored energy type, which shall be manually charged,
and the closing operation shall be initiated mechanically.

4.3.1.9.2 In the case of a spring-charged closing mechanism with a coil-operated release, the total
coil power shall not exceed 1,5 kW per circuit-breaker.

4.3.1.9.3 Where applicable, the a.c. supply voltage and ratings of the spring charge motor will be
specified in schedule A.

4.3.1.9.4 Where applicable, the d.c. supply voltage, the peak power and the steady power of the
springs charge motor ratings will be specified in schedule A.

4.3.1.9.5 In the case of a solenoid-operated closing device, the input power required shall not
exceed 15 kW per circuit-breaker.

4.3.1.9.6 The type of circuit-breaker closing mechanism offered shall be stated in schedule B.

4.3.1.9.7 The rating of each circuit-breaker closing device shall be stated in schedule B.

4.3.1.9.8 The electrical tripping circuit of a circuit-breaker shall consist of either a d.c. shunt trip coil
with an adequately rated “a” contact in series or an a.c. shunt trip coil with either a time lag fuse or
an MCCB shunting the trip coil.

4.3.1.9.9 If applicable, any alternative tripping methods required will be specified in schedule A.

4.3.1.9.10 In the event of series tripping, the following shall apply:

a) the trip coil shall be connected to a current transformer of suitable characteristics;

b) the trip coil shall be shunted by normally closed contact of a relay or other protective device such
as a time lag fuse or MCCB which opens out on operation, thus diverting the current through the
trip coil;
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c) for low ratio current transformers, for example, less than 100:1, it might be necessary to
demonstrate the performance at the commissioning stage; and

d) all designs shall include a separate trip coil for each pole of the relay or protective device.

Thus a two overcurrent and one earth fault arrangement would require two trip coils on the phases
associated with the overcurrent protective devices and a trip coil in the residual circuit.

4.3.1.10 Circuit-breaker operation coils

4.3.1.10.1 If applicable, the circuit-breaker shall have one close coil and one trip coil.

4.3.1.10.2 A shunt closing coil release shall operate correctly at a voltage of 85 % to 110 % of the
rated supply voltage. A shunt opening release shall operate correctly at a voltage between 70 % in
the case of d.c. or 85 % in the case of a.c., and 110 % of the rated supply voltage, measured at the
terminals of the device. The circuit-breaker shall close when an electrical pulse of 100 ms is applied
to the closing coil.

4.3.1.10.3 All operating coils of the control contactors associated with the solenoid-operated
closing device shall be rated for continuous operation.

4.3.1.10.4 Voltage and peak power ratings for continuous operation of the circuit-breaker coils shall
be stated in schedule B.

4.3.1.11 Circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts

4.3.1.11.1 Auxiliary contacts shall be rated for 10 A, 230 V in the case of a.c.; and 10 A, 110 V in
the case of d.c.

4.3.1.11.2 Circuit-breakers shall have auxiliary “a” and “b” contacts that are fitted on the chassis of
the circuit-breaker and that follow, positively, the action of the main contacts of the circuit-breaker.

4.3.1.11.3 The number of each type of auxiliary contacts shall suit the requirements of the electric
close, trip, control and alarm circuits plus the spares specified in schedule A.

4.3.1.11.4 The number of spare contacts offered shall be stated in schedule B.

4.3.1.11.5 All spare contacts specified in 4.3.1.11.3 shall be wired to the auxiliary cable termination
box and the wires shall be labelled as detailed in 4.14.9.

4.3.1.11.6 If specified in schedule A, the circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts shall be wired to the
compartment behind relay chamber doors.

4.3.1.12 Circuit-breaker types and their application

4.3.1.12.1 All feeder circuit circuit-breakers in the closed position shall be able to trip-close-trip
before the spring needs to be charged again.

4.3.1.12.2 Transformer or feeder circuit circuit-breakers panels shall be the XEM type (stored
energy operation by means of energy stored in a motor-charged spring with manual or electrical
release).

4.3.1.12.3 Circuit-breakers shall be used in bus section and bus coupler panels.

4.3.1.12.4 Bus section circuit-breakers panels shall be the XM type (stored energy operation by
means of energy stored in a manually-charged spring with mechanical release) or the XEM type.
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4.3.2 Withdrawable type circuit-breaker

4.3.2.1 General

4.3.2.1.1 Circuit-breakers shall be withdrawable with a self-alignment device.

4.3.2.1.2 Robust guides and self-aligning main contacts shall ensure that the connection of the
circuit-breaker and the fixed panel contacts are correctly made when the circuit-breaker is racked
into the service or earthing position. Under no circumstances shall the circuit-breaker bushings be
used for alignment of the circuit-breaker unit.

4.3.2.1.3 Movement of the circuit-breaker into and out of the service or earthing position shall be by
a mechanical driving system (for example, a lever, ratchet or screw or thread), which shall ensure
positive location without any possibility of overrun or of damage to contacts or insulation
components.

4.3.2.1.4 All auxiliary plugs and sockets for making and breaking the control circuits of the circuit-
breaker shall be self-aligning with guide pins and contacts of a proven robust type. In order to
achieve interchangeability, the position and control circuit function of these contacts shall be the
same on all categories of circuit-breaker switchgear panels of the same ratings.

4.3.2.1.5 Each circuit-breaker shall be interchangeable with other circuit-breakers of the same
rating in respect of main circuits and control circuits.

4.3.2.1.6 The circuit-breaker interrupting medium (see 4.3.1.1.3), manufacturer, country of origin,
model/type designation, total circuit-breaker mass (cart included) and rating nameplate position
shall be stated in schedule B.

4.3.2.1.7 The isolation displacement of the circuit-breaker (either vertical or horizontal) shall be
stated in schedule B.

4.3.2.2 Indication

The circuit-breaker panel shall have the following definite indication:

a) circuit-breaker open/close (which, where applicable, shall be visible with the circuit-breaker in
any position);

b) circuit-breaker racked in/out;

c) circuit-breaker isolated/test (if applicable);

d) stored energy device charged/discharged;

e) in the case of double busbars, the set to which the circuit-breaker is connected;

f) earth position; and

g) non-resettable mechanical operation counter.

h) where applicable, SF6 pressure.

4.3.2.3 Interlocks

4.3.2.3.1 Interlocks shall ensure that

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b) the operation of a circuit-breaker is impossible unless it is in the service, disconnected, removed,

test or earthing position, and

c) it is impossible to close the circuit-breaker in the service position unless it is connected to the
auxiliary circuit, or it is designed to open automatically without the use of an auxiliary circuit.

4.3.2.3.2 It shall not be possible to insert a circuit-breaker into a circuit of a different rating or of a
different main isolating contact arrangement.

4.3.2.3.3 Where a withdrawable circuit-breaker is used for earthing, the electrical tripping circuit of
a circuit-breaker shall be isolated when the circuit-breaker is in the earthing position.

4.3.2.4 Earthing

4.3.2.4.1 All earthing switches shall be either

a) an integral type, that uses the circuit-breaker,

b) an integral type, that uses a fixed earthing switch mounted for this purpose in the circuit-breaker
panel, or

c) a specially designed earth truck.

4.3.2.4.2 The type of earthing switch offered shall be stated in schedule B.

4.3.2.5 Padlock facilities

Facilities shall be provided to padlock

a) all orifice shutters individually in the closed position,

b) the circuit-breaker in each of the service, isolated/test and earthing positions,

c) integral earth switches in both the open and earthing positions, and

d) the mechanical tripping device in the case where the circuit-breaker is used for earthing.

NOTE See 4.2.2.11 for padlock details.

4.3.2.6 Safety shutters

4.3.2.6.1 Safety isolation shall be achieved by racking the circuit-breakers away from the main
circuit connection orifices. These orifices shall be so covered, automatically, with mechanically
operated metal safety shutters, as to prevent inadvertent contact with the busbar and circuit
conductors of the fixed part of the switchgear panel when the circuit-breaker is racked out.

4.3.2.6.2 Circuit and busbar orifice shutters shall be arranged to operate independently. For testing
purposes, it shall be possible to retain, but not lock, all the shutters in the open position.

4.3.2.6.3 Busbar orifice shutters shall be painted signal red, in accordance with colour A11 of
SABS 1091 and inscribed in accordance with 4.17.5.1 and, when relevant, 4.17.5.2.

4.3.2.6.4 Circuit orifice shutters shall be painted canary yellow, in accordance with colour C61 of
SABS 1091.

4.3.2.6.5 Safety shutters shall operate without lubrication and shall be so designed and constructed
as to ensure fail-safe operation.

4.3.2.6.6 All removable busbar covers shall be red.

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4.3.2.7 Circuit-breaker transporting device

4.3.2.7.1 Each circuit-breaker shall be removable on a transporting device with wheels.

4.3.2.7.2 The circuit-breaker transporting device shall be either integral or external and the type
offered shall be stated in schedule B.

4.3.2.7.3 Where external transporting devices are provided, they shall align with the circuit-breaker.

4.3.2.7.4 Where external transporting devices are provided, two transporting devices per circuit-
breaker rating shall be provided.

4.3.2.8 Circuit-breaker earth terminal

4.3.2.8.1 Each circuit-breaker shall be fitted with an earthing terminal to facilitate testing of earth
continuity between the circuit-breaker carriage and the switchgear main earth bar.

4.3.2.8.2 The circuit-breaker earthing terminal shall be easily accessible from the front of the
circuit-breaker.

4.3.2.8.3 The circuit-breaker earthing terminal shall be labelled in accordance with 4.17.4.3(c).

4.3.2.8.4 The connection between the circuit-breaker earthing terminal and the main carriage earth
shall be of sufficient cross sectional area to handle the fault conditions specified in 4.2.8.1.

4.3.3 Fixed type circuit-breaker

4.3.3.1 General

4.3.3.1.1 A circuit-breaker panel shall satisfy the isolating requirements specified for a disconnector
in IEC 6227-102.

4.3.3.1.2 The circuit-breaker interrupting medium (see 4.3.1.1.3), manufacturer, country of origin,
model/type designation, total circuit-breaker mass and rating nameplate position shall be stated in
schedule B.

4.3.3.1.3 If the circuit-breaker panel includes an in-line disconnector, the number off disconnectors
shall be stated in schedule B.

4.3.3.1.4 It shall be stated in schedule B whether a three or two position disconnector(s) is offered.

4.3.3.2 Indication

The circuit-breaker switchgear panel shall have the following definite indication:

a) circuit-breaker open/close;

b) disconnector open/close (if applicable);

c) earth position;

d) stored energy device charged/discharged;

e) in the case of double busbars, the set to which the circuit-breaker is connected;

g) non-resettable mechanical operation counter; and

h) where applicable, SF6 pressure.

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4.3.3.3 Interlocks

4.3.3.3.1 Interlocks shall ensure the disconnector, where provided, cannot be moved from the
closed position unless the circuit-breaker is open.

4.3.3.3.2 Interlocks shall ensure that operation of the circuit-breaker is not possible, unless the
disconnector is in the closed, open or earth (if provided) position.

4.3.3.3.3 Positive mechanical interlocking shall be provided to prevent inadvertent switching from
the ON position to the EARTH position without a definite stop in the OFF position, or from the
EARTH position to the ON position without a definite stop in the OFF position.

4.3.3.3.4 Access to the test terminals shall only be possible when the associated earth switch is in
the EARTH position.

4.3.3.3.5 When the circuit test facility is in use, it shall not be possible to close the disconnector.

4.3.3.3.6 If the earthing of a circuit-breaker panel is not visible from the operating position, the
corresponding indication shall be directly coupled to the earthing mechanism, to ensure fail-safe
indication.

4.3.3.3.7 Interlocks shall be provided for the circuit-breaker, to ensure that the circuit-breaker
cannot be closed when the earth is in the closed position.

NOTE Other interlocking features may be offered or specified by the purchaser for special application.

4.3.3.4 Earthing

Earth switches shall be the integral type.

4.3.3.5 Padlocking

Facilities shall be provided to padlock

a) the circuit-breaker in the closed and open positions, and

b) if applicable, the disconnector in the closed, open and earth positions.

4.3.3.6 Test circuits

4.3.3.6.1 If so specified in schedule A, the circuit-breaker panel shall incorporate an integral type
circuit test facility.

4.3.3.6.2 All test facilities shall be suitable for the application of d.c. test voltages associated with
the after-installation testing of power cables, and shall be rated for the same system voltage as the
switchgear.

4.3.3.6.3 For testing, the site test values specified for XLPE cables in IEC 60502-2 or SANS 1339
and for PILC cables in IEC 60055-1 or SANS 97 shall apply.

4.3.3.6.4 The type of test facility offered shall be stated in schedule B.

4.3.3.6.5 The test plugs in any test pack that is supplied (see 4.15.7) shall be fully described in
schedule B.
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4.4 Switch-disconnector panels

4.4.1 General

4.4.1.1 A switch-disconnector panel shall have a non-withdrawable three-pole switch-disconnector.

4.4.1.2 The rated current shall be specified in the configuration drawing (see 7.1(a)).

4.4.1.3 The switch-disconnector shall comply with the requirements of IEC 60265-1 and
IEC 62271-102.

4.4.1.4 If specified in schedule A, the switch disconnector shall incorporate an integral three-pole-
earthing switch on the circuit-side.

4.4.1.5 The type of switch-disconnector offered shall be stated in schedule B.

4.4.1.6 The operating mechanism of the switch-disconnector shall be independent manual closing
and opening.

4.4.2 Interlocks

4.4.2.1 Positive mechanical interlocking shall be provided to prevent inadvertent switching from the
ON position to the EARTH position without a definite stop in the OFF position, or from the EARTH
position to the ON position without a definite stop in the OFF position.

4.4.2.2 Padlocking facilities shall be provided to lock the switch in any position, and to prevent the
selection of the ON position while permitting operation from OFF to EARTH or from EARTH to OFF.

4.4.2.3 Access to the test terminals shall only be possible when the associated earth switch is in
the EARTH position.

4.4.2.4 When the circuit test facility is in use, it shall not be possible to close the switch-
disconnector.

4.4.2.5 When the switch-disconnector panel is padlocked in the earth position, it shall not be
possible to gain access to the cable test facility.

NOTE This interlock will prevent the undesirable removal of the cable earthing by having access to the cable
test facility.

4.4.3 Test circuits

4.4.3.1 If so specified in schedule A, the switch-disconnector shall incorporate an integral type of

circuit test facility.

4.4.3.4 The type of test facility offered shall be stated in schedule B.

4.4.3.5 The test plugs in any test pack if supplied (see 4.15.7) shall be fully described in
schedule B.

4.5 Switch-fuse combination panels

4.5.1 General

4.5.1.1 Switch-fuse combination panels shall have a non-withdrawable three-pole switch-fuse

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4.5.1.2 The rated current shall be specified in the configuration drawing (see 7.1(a)).

4.5.1.3 Each switch-fuse combination shall be a three-phase unit that complies with the
requirements of IEC 62271-105 and shall be fitted with three current-limiting high-voltage fuse-links.

4.5.1.4 If so specified in schedule A, each switch-fuse combination shall incorporate an integral

three-pole-earthing facility on the circuit-side.

4.5.1.5 The type of switch-fuse combination offered shall be stated in schedule B.

4.5.1.6 High-voltage current-limiting fuses (pyrotechnique type) shall be rated in accordance with
IEC 60282-1, at the rated voltages, frequency and normal current at ambient temperatures of not
more than 40 °C, except where higher operating temperatures are applicable as stated in
schedule A. The fuse carriers shall indicate the correct position of the fuse-link striker pin.

4.5.1.7 The type and dimensions of fuse-links shall be stated in schedule B.

4.5.2 Operating mechanism

4.5.2.1 The operating mechanism of a switch-fuse combination shall provide independent manual
closing and stored energy tripping.

NOTE The fitting of a shunt trip on a stored energy mechanism of a fuse-switch that is activated through a
protective device is not recommended.

4.5.2.2 The operating mechanism of a switch-fuse combination shall incorporate a reliable trip-all-
phases device that causes all phases to open automatically if any of the fuses operates.

4.5.2.3 The mechanism and rating of fuses shall ensure that fault currents are interrupted by the
fuses before the switch opens.

4.5.3 Interlocks

4.5.3.1 Positive mechanical interlocking shall be provided to prevent inadvertent switching from the
ON position to the EARTH position without a definite stop in the OFF position, or from the EARTH
position to the ON position without a definite stop in the OFF position.

4.5.3.2 Access to the test terminals shall only be possible when the associated earth switch is in
the EARTH position.

4.5.3.3 When the circuit test facility is in use, it shall not be possible to close the switch-fuse
combination.

4.5.3.4 A shield of earthed metal, or insulating material which has characteristics for the purpose
that have been established by tests in accordance with an appropriate SANS or IEC standard, shall
be so interposed between the fuse carriers and the fixed contacts, or any other live parts, that the
operator cannot inadvertently make contact with such parts when changing the fuse-links.

4.5.3.5 The requirement in 4.5.3.4 may not be necessary if the fuse carrier is so designed that it
prevents the operator from making inadvertent contact with live parts when changing the fuse-links.

4.5.3.6 The mechanism shall be interlocked to ensure that the correct procedure for the safe
insertion and removal of fuse-links is followed sequentially.

4.5.3.7 It shall be possible to isolate both side of fuse-links for inspection and renewal while the
busbar or cable-side contacts of the switch-fuse combination are still live.
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4.5.3.8 Visible earthing contacts shall be provided at the accessible ends of each fuse-link to
ensure that each fuse-link is earthed, except if:

a) isolation of fuse-links is clearly visible,

b) the fuse-links are removed bodily from the service position before being made accessible and, in
the case of oil-filled switch-fuse combinations, the fuse-links are clear of the oil, or

c) a combination of these two.

4.5.3.9 Fuses shall be replaceable only when the switch-fuse combination is in the OFF position or
in the EARTH position and, in the case of oil-filled switch-fuse combinations, when the fuses are
clear of the oil while the switch-fuse combination contacts on the busbar-side are still live.

4.5.3.10 Interlocks shall prevent the following operations:

a) access to fuse-links when the switch-fuse combination is in the ON position;

b) the movement of the switch-fuse combination to the ON position with a blown fuse-link in circuit;

c) application of the fuse-link earths while the switch-fuse combination is in the ON position; and

d) the switch-fuse combination being moved to the ON position while the fuse-link earths are
applied, or while access to the fuse-links is permitted.

4.5.3.11 Padlocking facilities shall be provided to lock the switch-fuse combination in any position,
and to prevent the selection of the ON position while permitting operation from OFF to EARTH or
from EARTH to OFF.

4.5.3.12 When the switch-fuse combination panel is padlocked in the EARTH position, it shall not
be possible to gain access to the cable test facility.

NOTE This interlock will prevent the undesirable removal of the cable earthing by having access to the cable
test facility.

4.5.4 Test circuits

4.5.4.1 If specified in schedule A, the switch-fuse combination shall incorporate an integral type
circuit test facility.

4.5.4.2 All test facilities shall be suitable for the application of d.c. test voltages associated with the
after-installation testing of power cables, and shall be rated for the same system voltage as the
switchgear.

4.5.4.3 For testing, the site test values specified for XLPE cables in IEC 60502-1 or SANS 1339
and for PILC cables in IEC 60055-1 or SANS 97 shall apply.

4.5.4.4 The type of test facility offered shall be stated in schedule B.

4.5.4.5 The test plugs in any test pack that is supplied (see 4.15.7) shall be fully described in
schedule B.

4.6 Power cable termination

4.6.1 The power cable termination shall be in accordance with PIESA 1012.

4.6.2 The type of cable termination offered shall be stated in schedule B.

NOTE The schedules in PIESA 1012 could be used to specify the power cable termination box.
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4.7 Battery, battery chargers and d.c. supplies

4.7.1 If specified in schedule A, a substation battery shall be supplied.

4.7.2 The battery supplied shall comply with a relevant IEC standard.

4.7.3 The type of battery offered shall be stated in schedule B.

4.7.4 If specified in schedule A, a substation battery charger shall be supplied.

4.7.5 The battery charger supplied shall comply with SANS 1652.
NOTE Battery charger features could be specified in the schedules of SANS 1652.

4.7.6 The type of battery charger offered shall be stated in schedule B.

4.7.7 If a substation battery or battery charger is required, the following information will be
specified in schedule A:

a) the voltage(s) and type(s) of auxiliary supplies available; and

b) the maximum current that could be drawn.

4.7.8 To allow for the correct selection of a battery by the purchaser, the peak and standby
(normal operation) power requirements of the complete switchgear shall be stated in schedule B.

4.8 Current transformers

4.8.1 Current transformers shall comply with the requirements of IEC 60044-1.

4.8.2 The number of current transformer cores required for the following will be specified in
schedule A:

a) overcurrent and earth fault protection;

b) differential protection; and

c) metering.

4.8.3 For each application, the following information on the current transformers will be specified in
schedule A:

a) class;

b) burden;

c) tap ratios;

d) tap points;

e) knee-point voltage;

f) secondary resistance; and

g) excitation current at knee-point voltage

In the case of class TPS current transformers the class and burden shall be stated at the lowest
ratio.
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4.8.4 For each application, the following information on the current transformers offered by the
supplier shall be stated in schedule B:

a) type offered;

b) encapsulation material;

c) class;

d) burden;

e) tap ratios;

f) tap points;

g) knee-point voltage;

h) secondary resistance; and

i) excitation current at knee-point voltage.

In the case of class TPS current transformers, the class and burden shall be stated at the lowest
ratio.

4.8.5 The limits of temperature rise of the windings of current transformers at the full load
continuous primary current rating of the switchgear panel shall comply with the relevant
requirements of IEC 60044-1.

4.8.6 All current transformers shall be naturally air-cooled.

4.8.7 The secondary terminal connections of current transformers shall be safely and readily
accessible with the circuit isolated.

4.8.8 The current transformers in a switchgear panel shall be readily accessible with only the
circuit-side isolated for removal or replacement without extensive dismantling of the primary circuits.

4.8.9 All current transformers shall have a short time current rating not less than the short time
current rating of the associated switchgear panel.

NOTE This will not apply for current transformers with ratios less than 100:1.

4.8.10 Current transformers specified for over-current and earth fault protection may also be used
for indicating instruments, provided that the current transformers are suitably rated and accuracies
can be maintained within the specified limits. The ammeter shall be suitably protected from damage
as a result of the passage of full rated fault current through the associated switchgear panel and
shall therefore be fitted with a saturation current transformer.

4.8.11 Metering current transformers shall be designed and reserved for metering purposes only.
No other protection or indication instruments or devices shall be connected to them without specific
approval of the purchaser. Request for such approval shall be made in schedule B.

4.8.12 Each current transformer shall be fitted with rating plates (see 4.16).

4.8.13 All current transformer secondary connections shall be as specified in 4.8.14. The
secondary windings of each group of current transformers shall be earthed at one point only, by an
isolating link that is accessible when the switchgear panel is in service.
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4.8.14 All current transformer secondary connections shall be brought to a terminal block or to rail-
mounted terminals located in a readily accessible position inside the relay chamber. The terminal
block or rail-mounted terminals shall have a facility for shorting the current transformers and shall
allow for the safe connection of external instruments in any one or more phases or the changing of
current transformer ratios, where applicable, while the associated primary circuit is carrying load.
No loose equipment other than simple jumpers and hand tools shall be needed to complete these
tasks. The terminal block or rail-mounted terminals shall be subject to approval and details shall be
stated in schedule B. Rail-mounted terminals shall comply with the requirements of BS 5825.

4.9 Voltage transformers

4.9.1 Voltage transformers shall be fitted to the switchgear panels specified in schedule A.

4.9.2 Voltage transformers shall comply with the requirements of IEC 60186.

4.9.3 The following information on the required voltage transformers will be specified in
schedule A:

a) one-phase or three-phase;

b) ratio;

c) class;

d) burden;

e) voltage factor;

f) location of test block;

g) 3 limb or 5 limb; and

h) primary connection at busbar or circuit side.

4.9.4 The following information on the voltage transformers offered shall be stated in schedule B:

a) name of the manufacturer;

b) type (withdrawable or non-withdrawable);

c) ratios;

d) class ;

e) burden;

f) voltage factor;

g) location of fuses;

h) location of test block;

i) 3 limb or 5 limb; and

j) primary connection at busbar or circuit side.

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4.9.5 Voltage transformers shall be the encapsulated type that is totally encapsulated in epoxy
resin or other suitable material.

4.9.6 Voltage transformers shall be fitted in an earthed metal screen.

NOTE Withdrawable voltage transformers should only be withdrawn under de-energized conditions.

4.9.7 Voltage transformers shall be so arranged that they can be isolated and removed without the
associated circuit being affected.

4.9.8 Lockable metal shutters shall be provided to automatically cover the fixed isolating contacts
when the voltage transformer is withdrawn.

4.9.9 Padlocking facilities shall be provided for locking the shutters in the closed position and for
locking the voltage transformer in the isolated and the service positions.

4.9.10 Voltage transformers shall be fitted with medium-voltage fuse-links, which shall only be
accessible when the voltage transformer is fully isolated.

4.9.11 The secondary connection of voltage transformers shall be brought to a set of fuses,
MCCBs or links arranged direct on the voltage transformer or inside the relay chamber (RC), as
specified in schedule A. From there the connections to instruments, relays, etc. shall be made
through rail-mounted terminals that comply with the requirements of BS 5825.

4.9.12 If so specified in schedule A, test blocks of a type approved by the purchaser shall be
provided for voltage transformer circuits. The type of test block offered shall be stated in
schedule B.

4.9.13 The voltage transformer connection shall be star/star.

4.9.14 In the case of three-phase, 3 limb voltage transformers, the secondary of the yellow phase
shall be brought out to a solid link, and be earthed through this link, which shall be accessible whilst
the panel is in service.

4.9.15 In the case of three-phase, 5 limb voltage transformers, the neutral shall be brought out and
earthed through an isolating link, which shall be accessible whilst the panel is in service.

4.9.16 In the case of single-phase voltage transformers, one leg shall be brought out and earthed
through an isolating link, which shall be accessible whilst the panel is in service.

4.10 Protection relays

4.10.1 It shall be possible to set or reset relays from a standing position in front of the switchgear
panel, particularly where the relays are mounted in a relay chamber.

4.10.2 Specific requirements for protection equipment will be specified in schedule A.

4.10.3 In the case of on-board protection, protection equipment shall be mounted on or inside the
relay chamber.

4.10.4 Details of the protection equipment, including the manufacturer, the type and rating shall be
stated in schedule B.
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4.11 Instruments, transducers and metering

4.11.1 General

4.11.1.1 The instruments, transducers and metering equipment as specified in schedule A, or

offered in schedule B, shall be provided on the switchgear, or inside relay chambers, and shall be
clearly visible from a standing position in front of the panel.

4.11.1.2 All indicating instruments shall be flush-mounted industrial type instruments that comply
with the requirements of the relevant of IEC 60051-1, IEC 60051-2, IEC 60051-7, IEC 60051-8 and
IEC 60051-9, and shall have a scale length of at least 90 mm or as specified in schedule A.

4.11.1.3 All instruments on a switchboard shall be scaled with the same type of characters of the
same size.

4.11.1.4 All instruments and relays that operate from a separate d.c. supply shall operate
satisfactorily between 80 % and 130 % of the rated control voltage, as measured at the terminals of
the device.

4.11.1.5 All instruments and relays that operate from an a.c. supply shall operate satisfactorily
between 80 % and 120 % of the rated control voltage, as measured at the terminals of the device.

4.11.1.6 All current-operated instruments shall be protected against continuous overcurrent up to

120 % of nominal value and high current surges up to the fault rating of the circuit-breaker.

4.11.2 Ammeters

4.11.2.1 All scales, except for thermal ammeters, shall be essentially linear and shall be marked in
accordance with BS 3693 with the scale selected for the instrument accuracy class.

4.11.2.2 Ammeter scales shall allow for 120 % of the primary current rating of the current
transformer.

4.11.2.3 The current transformer ratio shall be clearly marked on the face of the ammeter.

4.11.2.4 If specified in schedule A, ammeters shall incorporate a thermal maximum demand

indicator with a time lag of 15 min.

4.11.2.5 Thermal maximum demand indicators shall have a built-in saturation current transformer
that will prevent damage to the indicators by fault currents of value up to the maximum rating of the
circuit-breaker.

4.11.2.6 The trimming device shall actuate a resettable pointer to indicate the maximum value
reached since the previous resetting.

4.11.2.7 The accuracy of ammeters shall be 3 % or better and shall be stated in schedule B.

4.11.2.8 Ammeters associated with multi-tap current transformers shall have a scale plate for each
ratio. The ammeter shall be fitted with the scale plate specified in schedule A.

4.11.2.9 Unless the scales are reversible, the other scale plates shall be placed in a transparent
envelope permanently fixed behind the relay chamber door.

4.11.3 Voltmeters

4.11.3.1 Voltmeter scales shall have an indicating range of 80 % to 120 % of the nominal system
voltages.
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4.11.3.2 Where voltmeters that have a nominal range from zero to 120 % are required, this will be
specified in schedule A.

4.11.3.3 The nominal voltage shall be marked in red on the scale.

4.12 Luminous indicators

4.12.1 General

4.12.1.1 All indicators shall be unobstructed and be located on, and replaceable from the front of
the panel.

4.12.1.2 Details of the indicators offered shall be stated in schedule B.

4.12.2 Cable live indication

4.12.2.1 All live circuit indication of the circuit-side of switching devices that are required and the
panels on which they are to be connected will be specified in schedule A.

4.12.2.2 Each indicator shall be shunted by a suitable resistor, located immediately adjacent to the
high-voltage compartment that contains the voltage divider or capacitor type bushing.

4.12.2.3 Full details of the bushing and voltage dividers (including make, type, dielectric and
ratings) shall be stated in schedule B.

4.12.3 Other indication

4.12.3.1 All signal indications that are required and on which panels they are to be connected will
be specified in schedule A.

4.12.3.2 All trip indications that are required and on which panels they are to be connected will be
specified in schedule A

4.12.3.3 ON/OFF signal indicators shall have a red lens for closed, green for open and amber for
earthed.

4.12.3.4 Trip indicators shall have white lenses.

4.13 Alarm circuits

The details of required alarm circuits will be specified in schedule A.

4.14 Auxiliary circuitry

4.14.1 Drawings/details for auxiliary circuits

The control, protection and alarm circuitry shall conform to the purchaser’s drawing(s).

4.14.2 Wiring

4.14.2.1 All auxiliary wiring shall comply with the requirements for panel/cubicle cables in
SANS 1574, IEC 60227-3, IEC 60227-4 or IEC 60227-5, and shall withstand an a.c. voltage of 2 kV
to earth for 1 min.

4.14.2.2 Unless otherwise specified in schedule A or approved by the purchaser, all insulated
auxiliary wires shall be multi-stranded copper, of the following cross-sectional areas:
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a) auxiliary wires: 1,5 mm2; and

b) current transformers and voltage transformers: 2,5 mm2.

4.14.2.3 Earth wires shall be green/yellow.

4.14.2.4 All other a.c. auxiliary wires shall be black, and all d.c. auxiliary wires shall be grey.

4.14.2.5 Wiring shall be neat and shall be braced, placed in trunking, clipped or laced (or a
combination of these) to prevent vibration and to ensure that the wiring does not deform under
through-fault conditions.

4.14.2.6 Connections to equipment on swing doors shall be so arranged as to give the conductor a
twisting motion and not a bending motion.

4.14.2.7 All auxiliary wiring passing through main circuit compartments shall be protected by metal
trunking or screening.

4.14.2.8 A set of auxiliary contacts shall be provided, wired to the auxiliary cable termination box,
for remote indication of which busbar is in service.

4.14.3 Protection of auxiliary circuits

4.14.3.1 All d.c. circuits shall be protected either by fuses or by MCCBs, as specified in schedule A,
in the positive lead, and links shall be provided in the negative lead.

4.14.3.2 To minimize the effect of electrolysis, coils shall not be connected to the positive pole of a
battery except through normally open contacts.

4.14.3.3 All fuses shall comply with the requirements of IEC 60269-1 and IEC 60269-2, and shall
be mounted on insulated draw-out carriers that hold the fuses positively after withdrawal. In all
cases, the top terminal of the fuse carrier shall be the live terminal. Fuses mounted horizontally
shall be labelled “line” and “load”.

4.14.3.4 Fuse-link holders shall be black, and solid-link holders shall be white.

4.14.3.5 Except in the case of fuses, MCCBs and links mounted on the voltage transformer, fuses
MCCBs and links shall be so positioned inside the relay chamber that they are readily accessible to
person standing on the floor in front of the switchgear panel.

4.14.3.6 All MCCBs shall comply with the performance requirements of SANS 156.

4.14.4 Ammeter and voltmeter selector switches

4.14.4.1 The ammeter selector switches shall be a type specially designed for current transformer
switching, and shall include an OFF position.

4.14.4.2 The location of ammeter selector switches will be specified in schedule A.

4.14.4.3 Details of ammeter selector switches offered shall be stated in schedule B.

4.14.4.4 The voltmeter selector switches shall be capable of selecting the following measuring
points, which shall be marked on the switch: R-B; R-Y; Y-B; OFF.

4.14.4.5 The location of voltmeter selector switches will be specified in schedule A

4.14.4.6 Details of voltmeter selector switches offered shall be stated in schedule B.

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4.14.5 Contacts for auxiliary circuits

4.14.5.1 The contacts of all auxiliary switches shall have a.c. and d.c. category of duty (as specified
in IEC 60947-1) that is suitable for the particular circuit.

4.14.5.2 The terminals of such contacts shall be readily accessible.

4.14.6 Auxiliary termination boxes

4.14.6.1 Provision shall be made for all cores of all auxiliary cables to be terminated in the auxiliary
cable termination boxes on individual terminals.

4.14.6.2 Terminals for interpanel bus-wiring shall be located in the compartment behind the relay
chamber doors.

4.14.6.3 The terminal groups shall have approximately 10 %, but not less than two, spare terminals
for spare cores.

4.14.6.4 Access to all terminals shall be possible when the relay chamber door or auxiliary cable
termination box is open.

4.14.6.5 The external termination box position will be specified in schedule A.

4.14.6.6 Access to the terminal strip in the external termination box shall be unobstructed.

4.14.7 Terminals

4.14.7.1 Unless otherwise specified in schedule A, all auxiliary wires shall be terminated with
suitable crimped lugs, fitted using a compression tool designed for this purpose.

4.14.7.2 Lugs shall be either the hook or the blade type.

4.14.8 Terminal blocks/assemblies

4.14.8.1 Details of all terminal blocks shall be given in schedule B and are subject to approval.

4.14.8.2 Except for alarm circuits, spring loaded rail-mounted terminal blocks shall be used.

4.14.8.3 Not more than one conductor shall be connected to any side of a terminal assembly,
unless the cable lugs are specifically designed to allow for a maximum of two conductors.

4.14.8.4 All terminal blocks shall be suitable for use with crimped or compression type cable lugs.

4.14.8.5 Terminal blocks shall not be the type where the pressure is applied direct to the moulding
when the terminal screw is tightened or where the screw bears direct on the terminated wire.

4.14.8.6 The insulation and moulding materials of the terminal block shall be self-extinguishing or
resistant to flame in accordance with whichever of the following is the relevant: IEC 60216-1,
IEC 60216-2, IEC 60216-3, IEC 60216-4-1 and IEC 60216-5.

4.14.8.7 The minimum external creepage and clearance distances between adjacent terminals and
between terminals and earth shall be in accordance with the requirements of IEC 60947-3.

4.14.9 Circuit function designations

4.14.9.1 All current and voltage transformer terminals shall be marked in accordance with the
requirements of IEC 60044-1 and IEC 60186 respectively unless specified otherwise in schedule A.
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4.14.9.2 Interlocking type ferrules with permanent black characters on a glossy, contrasting colour
background are preferred.

4.14.9.3 Both ends of the same wire shall be marked identically, and shall be consistent with the
associated drawings.

4.14.9.4 Recommendations for the circuit function designations given in annex A, shall be used
unless specified otherwise in schedule A.

4.14.10 Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear

Push buttons, toggle switches and control components not covered elsewhere in this part of the
specification shall comply with the requirements of IEC 60947-5.

4.15 Accessories

4.15.1 A panel (P) pack shall contain all material required to install a switchgear panel including
the relay chamber.

4.15.2 A joining (J) pack shall contain all material required for the interconnection of switchgear
panels.

4.15.3 A switchboard accessories (S) pack shall contain all other material that is not covered by
the panel pack, joining pack or test pack.

4.15.4 It shall be the responsibility of the supplier to supply the correct panel packs.

4.15.5 It shall be the responsibility of the supplier to supply the correct joining packs.

4.15.6 It shall be the responsibility of the supplier to supply the correct switchboard accessories
pack (for example, pack-racking, charging and closing handles; ramp alignment plates; special and
custom tools, maintenance trolley, circuit-breaker transporting device; separate earthing devices).

4.15.7 The test (T) packs required shall be as specified in schedule A.

4.15.8 Guidelines for test packs are given in annex C.

4.15.9 The quantities of the “J”,”S”, or “T” packs to be supplied shall be as stated in schedule B.

4.15.10 Each pack shall be enclosed in a rugged closed container boldly marked “P”, “J”, “S”, or
“T”, as applicable, with a contents list in a transparent envelope secured to the outside of the
container.

4.15.11 If the mounting of an accessories cabinet is required, it will be specified in schedule A.

4.15.12 Any need for a circuit-breaker maintenance trolley shall be stated in schedule B. If a
trolley is necessary, two such trolleys shall be supplied.

4.16 Rating plates

4.16.1 General

4.16.1.1 All rating plates shall be securely attached. The method used to attach the rating plates
shall be stated in schedule B.
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4.16.1.2 All rating plates shall be of intrinsically corrosion-resistant metal, with legible and indelible
marking.

4.16.1.3 All rating plates shall comply with the relevant requirements of IEC 60298 and
IEC 62271-100.

4.16.1.4 Actual ratings of the equipment supplied (not necessarily the rated values requested by
the purchaser) shall be depicted on the rating plates.

4.16.2 Switchboard rating plate

The following information shall appear on the switchboard rating plate:

a) the rated voltage (Um);

b) the rated lightning impulse withstand voltage1);

c) the rated power frequency withstand voltage1);

d) the rated normal current of busbars and power circuits;

e) the rated short-time withstand current;

f) the rated peak withstand current;

g) the manufacturer’s name or trade mark;

h) the manufacturer’s type number or type designation;

i) the manufacturer’s serial number;

j) the year of manufacture;

k) the total mass of the panel;

l) the contract number; and

m) a statement that the switchgear has been tested to IEC 60298.

4.16.3 Circuit-breaker rating plate

4.16.3.1 Circuit-breaker rating plates shall comply with the relevant requirements of
IEC 62271-100.

4.16.3.2 The rating plates shall be fixed in a position that is visible when the circuit-breaker is in the
service position.

4.16.3.3 The following information shall appear on the circuit-breaker rating plate:

a) the rated voltage (Um);

b) the rated lightning impulse withstand voltage1);

c) the rated power frequency withstand voltage1);

d) the rated normal current;

1) The values to be used for rating plates shall be phase-to-earth values.

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e) the rated short-time withstand current;

f) the rated peak withstand current;

g) the manufacturer’s name or trade mark;

h) the manufacturer’s type number or type designation;

i) the manufacturer’s serial number;

j) the year of manufacture;

k) the total mass of the circuit-breaker;

l) the rated short-circuit breaking current;

m) the rated duration of short-circuit;

n) the rated operating sequence;

o) the rated trip coil voltage;

p) the rated spring release coil voltage;

q) the rated motor voltage;

r) a statement that the circuit-breaker has been tested in accordance with IEC 60056; and

s) in the case of a fixed circuit-breaker panel, a statement that the circuit-breaker is not
withdrawable.

4.16.4 Current transformer rating plate

4.16.4.1 Current transformer rating plates shall comply with the relevant requirements of
IEC 60044-1.

4.16.4.2 Current transformer rating plates shall be duplicated, one fixed to the current transformer,
the other fixed in the corresponding relay chamber behind the door, consistent with the current
transformer position, and such that it can be read when the switchgear panel is in service.

4.17 Labels

4.17.1 General

4.17.1.1 All labels shall be securely attached. The method used to attach labels shall be stated in
schedule B.

4.17.1.2 All labels shall be clear, legible with indelible marking.

4.17.1.3 Metallic labels shall be intrinsically corrosion-resistant metal.

4.17.2 Main circuit designation labels

4.17.2.1 Main circuit designation labels shall be blank sandwich-board or equivalent (white-black-
white) that can be removed easily for engraving.
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4.17.2.2 Main circuit designation labels shall be located on the fixed positions on the front and back
of each switchgear panel.

4.17.2.3 Main circuit designation labels shall be at least 150 mm wide and at least 35 mm high.

4.17.2.4 Any requirements for the engraving of main circuit labels will be specified in schedule A.

4.17.3 Function labels

4.17.3.1 All relays, instruments, meters, fuses, MCBs, control switches, luminous indicators, test
blocks and links, the functions of which are not identified by signs or pictograms, shall be clearly
labelled, to indicate their functions.

4.17.3.2 These labels shall be in text using black letters at least 5 mm high on a white background.

4.17.3.3 Fuse labels shall include the fuse rating.

4.17.3.4 Where necessary, labels shall be repeated inside the switchgear panel or in the relay
chamber (as applicable).

4.17.4 ON, OFF and EARTH position labels

4.17.4.1 All switching devices shall include labels that indicate the ON, OFF and EARTH positions.

4.17.4.2 These labels shall be permanently marked metal plates that have characters at least
10 mm high, or shall be located on a moving component of the switch that is visible through an
opening.

4.17.4.3 The marking shall be as follows:

a) I : white lettering on a red background for the ON position;

b) 0 : white lettering on a green background for the OFF position;

c) : the earth symbol in black on a yellow background for the EARTH position.

4.17.4.4 All position labels shall be visible to the operator when the operator is in a normal
operating position.

4.17.5 Other labels

4.17.5.1 Busbar orifice shutters shall be red and shall be labelled “BUSBAR” in white letters at
least 50 mm high (on the shutters).

4.17.5.2 In a bus-section circuit-breaker panel, the busbar orifice shutters shall be marked with
white arrows to distinguish the left-hand and right-hand busbars, when viewed from the front of the
panel.

4.17.5.3 Instruction plates in English, or otherwise in a language specified by the purchaser in

schedule A, or in pictograms shall be provided on switch-fuse combination panels to indicate to the
operator how to insert and remove fuses when the fuse carriers are completely isolated and safe.
These plates shall be placed near the fuses and the appropriated interlocking device.

4.17.5.4 Terminal blocks shall be labelled to identify them when more than one block is used.

4.17.5.5 Where the supplier is not the manufacturer, the supplier shall provide a label containing
the supplier’s name or trade mark.
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4.18 Protection against corrosion

4.18.1 The manufacturer shall ensure that the coating system used on the switchgear will satisfy
the tests stipulated in 5.5.

4.18.2 If special coating systems are required, this will be specified in schedule A.

4.18.3 Unless otherwise specified in schedule A, the switchboard colour shall be light grey (G29 of
SANS 1091:2004).

5 Tests
5.1 General
In addition to the submission of test certificates in respect of tests in 5.2, 5.3 and 5.5, the purchaser
may require additional assurances during the enquiry and tendering process. Guidance to
purchasers is given in annex D.6.

5.2 Type test

5.2.1 The supplier shall prove the ability of the switchgear to pass the following type tests by
supplying a summary of test certificates that have been issued by an accredited laboratory.

a) mechanical endurance type test in accordance with clause 6.102 of IEC 60298:1990.

b) no-load mechanical endurance tests shall be carried out in accordance with the relevant
standard (i.e. IEC 60056 for circuit-breakers and IEC 60265-1 for switch disconnectors and the
switch part of switch-fuse combinations).

c) temperature-rise tests in accordance with clauses 6.3 and 6.4 of IEC 60298:1990, applied to
representative portions of switchgear panels,

d) impulse and power-frequency voltage tests in accordance with clause 6.1 of IEC 60298:1990 at
values that correspond to the selected rated voltages of the equipment (see 4.1) applied to one
switchgear panel of each type, complete with representative busbar connections, voltage
transformers, etc.,

e) making and breaking type tests on each type of switching device, complete with all doors,
copperwork, etc., as for service in accordance with clause 6.101 of IEC 60298:1990 at values
that correspond to the selected ratings of the equipment (see 4.1). The voltage and current shall
be applied simultaneously,

f) current withstand tests performed in accordance with clause 6.5 of IEC 60298:1990 on one
switchgear panel of each type, complete with all doors, copperwork, current transformer primary
bar, etc., connected as for service,

g) current transformer type test on one current transformer typical of each type,

h) voltage transformer type test on one voltage transformer typical of each type,

i) measurements of leakage current test in accordance with clause 6.106 of IEC 60298:1990,

j) tests to verify the strength of gas-filled compartments in accordance with clause 6.104 of
IEC 60298:1990,

k) gas tightness test of gas-filled compartments in accordance with clause 6.105 of

IEC 60298:1990,
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l) tests to assess the effects of arcing due to an internal fault in accordance with annex B,

m) tests to detect certain defects in the solid insulation of the equipment by the measurement of
partial discharges in accordance with clause 6.1.9 of IEC 60298:1990 (where applicable, for
example, current transformers, voltage transformers, bushings, etc.); and

n) degree of protection test to ensure that the degree of protection is at least IP3X in accordance
with clause 6.103 of IEC 60298:1990.

5.3 Routine tests

5.3.1 Mechanical operation tests in accordance with clause 7.102 of IEC 60298:1990.

5.3.2 One-minute power-frequency voltage routine tests in accordance with clause 7.1 of
IEC 60298:1990, shall be applied to the switchgear panels before despatch from the supplier’s
works.

5.3.3 Tests of auxiliary, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic devices in accordance with
clause 7.105 of IEC 60298:1990.

5.3.4 Verification of correct wiring in accordance with clause 7.106 of IEC 60298:1990.

5.3.5 Pressure tests of gas-filled compartments (if applicable) in accordance with clause 7.103 of
IEC 60298:1990.

5.3.6 Gas tightness tests of gas-filled compartments (if applicable) in accordance with
clause 7.104 of IEC 60298:1990.

5.3.7 Subject to agreement, partial discharge measurement in accordance with clause 7.101 of
IEC 60298:1990.

5.3.8 Current and voltage transformers shall be subjected to routine tests for accuracy in
accordance with IEC 60044-1 and IEC 60186, as applicable. For these tests, duplicate test
certificates shall be supplied for each switchgear panel that incorporates metering transformers.
These certificates shall indicate the errors obtained at the specified points, at the particular test
burden and current specified in schedule A. These certificates shall be supplied before despatch of
the switchgear from the supplier’s works. Partial discharge testing of three-phase voltage
transformers shall be in accordance with clause 16(a) of BS 7729.

5.3.9 Dielectric test of the auxiliary circuits in accordance with clause 7.2 of IEC 60298:1990.

5.4 Test after erection on site

5.4.1 All switchgear, once installed on site, will be subjected by the purchaser to 80 % power-
frequency voltage test in accordance with IEC 60298. Furthermore, power cables connected to the
switchgear will be tested using the commissioning test voltages specified in SANS 10198-13 for
XLPE cables and the in situ test voltages specified in SANS 97 for PILC cables, for the same
system voltage as the switchgear.

5.4.2 All mechanical and electrical operation tests shall be done in accordance with clause 7.107
of IEC 60298:1990.

5.4.3 Resistance test on all primary connections at not less than 50 A and up to the rated current
of the circuit.

5.4.4 Vacuum check by means of an a.c., r.m.s. or d.c. withstand test across open contacts.
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5.5 Tests on coated surfaces

5.5.1 If applicable, the tests for the measurement of the thickness of coatings specified in
PIESA 1102 shall apply.

5.5.2 If so specified in schedule A, destructive tests of the coating shall be carried out in
accordance with the purchaser's instructions.

5.5.3 If so specified in schedule A, samples of the grade of blastcleaning shall be submitted as

specified in PIESA 1102.

6 Recommended spares and tools

6.1 Spares
Any spares ordered shall be delivered with the first delivery of switchgear, and shall be packed in
sets, in containers suitable for long periods of storage, and marked on the outside with the contract
or order number, the supplier’s name, the type and model of equipment and the date of packing.

6.2 Tools
The manufacturer shall list any special tools required in schedule B.

7 Documentation
7.1 Documentation with order
The successful tenderer shall submit the following as agreed upon between the purchaser and the
supplier:

a) a schematic diagram of the auxiliary circuits of each type of switchgear panel; and

b) one set of operating and maintenance manuals.

7.2 Documentation on hand-over

Before hand-over, the supplier shall supply a full list of routine test certificates/reports.
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Annex A
(normative)

Rules for application of standard wire numbering

NOTE This annex details the standard method for numbering small wiring for switchgear.

A.1 Each wire shall have a letter to denote its function, for example, tap-change control, current
transformer for primary protection, voltage transformer for instruments, metering, etc.

A.2 Each wire shall have a suffix number identifying the individual wire in its function. This number
may consist of one or more digits, as necessary. These digits shall be as allocated in table A.1.

A.3 D.C. supplies from a positive source shall bear odd numbers and d.c. supplies from a
negative source shall bear even numbers. Where components are connected in series, the change
from odd to even shall be made at the component nearest to the negative supply.

A.4 Where a number of similar leads from separate units are taken to a common panel (for
example, bus-zone protection, summation metering), suffixes A, B, C, etc., shall be used to
distinguish them. If two associated items of equipment are mounted on one panel, all the leads of
the lower voltage equipment of the two shall be distinguished by adding 500 to the wire numbers in
the common panel, and to associated interconnecting cores only.

A.5 Where more than one function is covered by common apparatus, the first of the appropriate
function letters in the table shall be used. This applies to parallel circuits, and where these circuits
split at a separate contact (for example, switch-fuse combination contact, or relay contact, etc). The
function letter shall change from the splitting point onwards, if necessary.

A.6 Where relays are used, the coil circuit and the contact circuit will not necessarily bear the
same function letter (for example, the coil circuit of an interposing relay should be “W”, but the
contact circuit may be “K”, “L” or “N” as appropriate).

A.7 Current and voltage transformer function letters shall follow through any interposing auxiliary
transformers, including where such transformers are used for light current circuits.

A.8 Where an a.c. supply derived from a current or voltage transformer is rectified for the
operation of instruments or relays, the d.c. circuit shall carry the same function letter as the a.c.
circuit.

A.9 Every branch of any connection shall bear the same identification mark. Different numbers for
the branches shall only be used if they are commoned through links or are connected to separate
terminals that are then commoned by removable connections.

A.10 At termination, the numbering on all wires shall be read from left to right or from bottom to
top.
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Annex A
(continued)

A.11 Circuits that have functions not included in table A.1 shall not have prefix letters.

A.12 Where the supplier has been unable to ascertain from the purchaser the function letters to
be assigned, he shall provide wire numbers preceded by the letter “O” and his own number.

A.13 Spare cores in cables shall be numbered from 1 upwards after the letter “U”, and shall be so
arranged that they can be readily identified, on site, with the cable containing them. Unless the
grouping is clear, the groups shall be labelled, or the core number shall be preceded by the cable
number.

A.14 Light current equipment may, for complete identification, require numbering schemes that
differ from those previously described.
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Annex A
(concluded)

Table A.1 — Standard wire numbering

1 2 3
Function
Function description Wire numbers
letter
A Current transformers for primary protection, 10 to 29 red phase
excluding overcurrent
B Current transformers for busbar protection 30 to 49 yellow phase
50 to 69 blue phase
C Current transformers for overcurrent protection 70 to 89 residual circuits and neutral CTs
(including combined earth-fault protection) and 90 earth wires connected direct to the earth
instruments bar
D Current transformers for metering and voltage 91 to 99 test windings (normally inoperative
control (see note 1)
E Reference voltage for instruments, metering and
protection
F Reference voltage for voltage control
G Reference voltage for synchronizing
H A.C. and a.c./d.c. supplies 1 to 69 switchgear and generator
J D.C. supplies 70 to 99 transformers (see note 1)
K Closing and tripping control circuits
L Alarm and indications initiated by auxiliary switches Any number from 1 upwards
and relay contacts, excluding those for remote
selective control (RSC) and for general indication
(see note 2)
M Auxiliary and control motor devices (for example, 1 to 19 switchgear
motors for spring-charging, isolator operation, etc.) 20 to 69 generators
N Tap-change control, including automatic voltage 70 to 79 transformers
control, tap position and progress indicator
O An indication that the ferruling is not to the general
scheme and, if it is not altered, that double ferruling
will be required (see A.12)
P D.C. tripping circuits used solely for busbar Any number from 1 upwards
protection
R Interlock circuits not previously covered
S D.C. instruments and relays
T Pilot conductors (including directly associated
connections) between panels, independent of the
distance between them, for pilot wire intertripping,
etc.
U Spare cores and connection to spare contacts (see A.13)
W Connections to and from light current equipment
X Alarms and indications to and from general Any number from 1 upwards
indication and RSC equipment
Y Telephones
NOTE 1 If more numbers are required for functions A to J or M, add multiples of one hundred (for example,
10 to 29, 110 to 129, etc.).

NOTE 2 “Remote selective control (RSC)” denotes control at a point distant from the switchgear by the
transmission of electrical signals through common communication channels. “Selective” denotes the
operation of one of a number of switching devices.
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Annex B
(normative)

Internal arc testing

The switchgear shall be tested in accordance with IEC 60298, with the following additional
requirements:

a) The room size shall be as follows:

1) height: 3 m,

2) distance from side of panel to wall: 1 m,

3) distance from the back of the panel to wall: 0,8 m, and

4) total width of the room: 6,64 m,

b) All power compartments shall be tested (for example, busbar chamber, circuit-breaker
chamber).

c) All panels shall be tested with the correct size current transformers, i.e. a 2 500 A panel shall be
tested with the 2400/1 current transformers and with the correct number of cores.

d) Where power cables impede the venting of the chamber, they shall be installed for testing
purposes.

e) All panels shall be tested with cable connected voltage transformers.

f) Test shall be carried out according to “Type A” of IEC 60298:1990 (i.e. screen to be set up
300 mm away from panel).

g) All panels shall have front and side indicators.

h) All tests shall be done using new chambers.

i) Tests shall be carried out for both single and double busbar applications.

j) Venting shall be directed from the tested panel only with the exception of the busbar chamber
which is common for the entire board.

k) All test certificates shall include detail drawings.

l) Test voltage, duration and current:

1) 6,6 kV panel, 7,2 kV/200 ms/25 kA,

2) 11 kV panels, 12 kV/200 ms/25 kA,

3) 22 kV panels, 12 kV/200 ms/25 kA, and

4) 33 kV panels, 12 kV/200 ms/20 kA,

m) Each and every different panel shall be tested.

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Annex C
(informative)

Guidelines on determining contents of test "T" packs

C.1 Where required, each test pack shall contain test plugs, test leads and other testing
accessories that might be required for circuit testing purposes.

C.2 Different test packs could be provided for

a) circuit-breaker panels,

b) switch-disconnector panels, and

c) switch-fuse combination panels.

C.3 For circuit-breaker panels, the test pack could contain, in addition to the items in C.1:

a) one three-phase set of test probes suitable for voltage and primary current injection testing, and

b) one auxiliary circuit extension with plug and coupling to operate the circuit-breaker outside the
panel, for each type of circuit-breaker.
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Annex D
(informative)

Guide to purchasers on preparing an enquiry

D.1 General
A model form for schedules A and B is given in annex E to provide the purchaser with a convenient
aid to purchasing. The use of schedules A and B is intended to obviate the need for preparing a
detailed technical specification.

In his enquiry, the purchaser should provide his own schedule A and schedule B, based on these
examples.

The purchaser need only specify compliance with PIESA 1010, provide the tenderers with details of
his particular requirements, and set out the information he requires the tenderer to provide, as
indicated below.

NOTE 1 It is assumed that tenderers are in possession of this specification.

NOTE 2 It will be necessary to provide separate schedules A and B for each switchboard assembly, if more
than one is required.

D.1.1 Schedule A
Schedule A lists the requirements to be specified by the purchaser in enquiries and orders. These
requirements include references to the relevant subclauses in this specification, to assist in
compiling the schedules.

Where the text of any reference standards stipulate that the purchaser must indicate his
requirements, these requirements should also be specified in schedule A.

The purchaser should set out his particular requirements and choices in his own schedule A.

D.1.2 Schedule B
The purchaser should draw up his own schedule B (based on the schedule B in the model form),
and require the tenderer to fill in this schedule. By doing this, the tenderer will be stating compliance
with this specification and will provide the information the purchaser has requested.

NOTE 1 Where this specification allows the purchaser to make a choice, the example of schedule A (in the
model form in annex E) lists the preferred items/values/quantities. In the interest of standardization, purchasers
are encouraged not to deviate from these preferences.

NOTE 2 When preparing his own schedule A and schedule B from the examples in the model form in
annex E, the purchaser need only include the items he considers to be relevant or necessary.

NOTE 3 These schedules, when completed, become normative annexes to the enquiry specification.
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Annex D
(concluded)

D.2 Documentation required during the enquiry and tendering process

D.2.1 Documentation with enquiry
The purchaser should provide the following documentation with each enquiry:

a) single line configuration diagram with the following information:

1) the type of panel required (circuit-breaker, switch disconector or switch fuse);

2) current rating of each circuit;

3) busbar rating;

4) power cable for each circuit;

5) position of protection (on-board or remote); and

6) an indication of the front view of the switchgear panel.

b) switch room layout drawing (i.e the proposed floor plan showing critical dimensions and positions
of the door, the trench, auxiliary equipment etc.);

c) schedules A and B; and

d) drawing of auxiliary circuitry.

D.2.2 Documentation with tender

Tenderers should be requested to provide the following documentation with each tender:

a) schedule B;

b) a typical drawing of each type of switchgear panel;

NOTE This drawing should show all relevant dimensions including the height of the cable gland plate (if
any) above floor level, the switchgear panel withdrawable dimensions, and a floor plan that gives the loads
imposed on the foundations.

c) a typical general arrangement of the switchboard;

NOTE This drawing should illustrate cable boxes or cable clamping (or both) and the cable termination
arrangement.

d) a schematic diagram of the primary connections;

e) a comprehensive spare or replacement parts lists for each type of switchgear panel supplied,
including recommended quantities to cover a period of 10 years, including parts required for
commissioning;

f) a full list of type test certificates or reports; and

g) if applicable, the number of units of the switchgear offered that have been supplied to utilties in
East and Southern Africa.
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D.3 Commercial conditions

A purchaser will furthermore need to indicate the commercial conditions applicable and draw up a
price schedule. Requirements for delivery, storage, packing and marking should be attended to in
this part of the enquiry.

D.4 Quality assurance

This specification does not cover the purchaser’s possible requirements in respect of quality
assurance, quality control, inspection, etc., since each purchaser need to consider the criticality of
the application of each component, his own policy towards these matters, etc. Purchasers are
referred to ISO 9001 for guidance.

D.5 Testing
Attention should be paid to the subject of tests and the related costs. Tests should be carried out by
an accredited laboratory and tenderers should be requested to provide assurances on this point.
Price schedules should be so drawn up and covering letters so worded that the costs of all services
such as tests, delivery and spares are declared and allowed for in the tender.

It is the responsibility of the supplier to ensure that type tests are valid. The purchaser may require
drawings from the supplier to take to a testing authority for validity.

Should reasonable doubt exist as to the validity of test certificates submitted, for example, by virtue
of modifications made to the switchgear, the purchaser may request direct that further tests be
carried out at a recognized test facility in the presence of a representative of the purchaser, on a
sample unit of the switchgear in question. The cost of these tests should be for the expense of the
supplier.

If switchgear of local manufacture or assembly to overseas design is offered, test certificates

relating to the local complete switchgear assembly should be submitted. If a test certificate relating
to an overseas complete switchgear assembly is submitted, it should be accompanied by a
statement that the local manufactured unit is identical (this shall be verified by an accredited test
authority, see note below) with the overseas product and the number of such units already
produced and installed in East and Southern Africa shall be stated in schedule B.

NOTE Identical in terms of all design parameters as developed and tested by the original manufacturer.

D.6 Revision of standards used as normative references

This specification, as has been indicated, is based on a set of defined standards, which may have
been revised or amended. Most purchasers would, in principle, wish to employ the latest standards.
The recommended approach is to secure an undertaking from a supplier to review the latest
versions and amendments and to incorporate these where possible and agreeable to both parties.
A blanket commitment to work to the “latest” versions of standards creates legal difficulties of
interpretation and risks for both parties, and should be properly assessed. This invariably cannot be
done in the time available.
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Annex E
(informative)

Model form for schedules A and B

The model form is provided as a convenient aid to purchasing. Guidance on preparing an enquiry
using this form is given in annex D.

Schedule A: Purchaser’s specific requirements

Schedule B: Particulars of equipment to be supplied (to be completed by tenderer)

Item Clause Description Schedule A Schedule B

1 4.1.1.1 Rated voltage kV xxxxxxxxx
4.1.1.4.2 Impulse voltage required? kV xxxxxxxxx
4.1.1.5.1 Rated short-time and peak withstand currents if not
as specified in table 2 kA xxxxxxxxx
4.1.1.5.2 Rated short time withstand current for 12 kV
switchgear kA 20; 25; or 31,5 xxxxxxxxx
4.1.1.5.2 Rated short time withstand current for 36 kV
switchgear kA 20; or 31,5
4.1.2 Auxiliary supply voltage if other than d.c 110 V? V xxxxxxxxx
2 4.2.1.3 Switchgear information:
a) manufacturer xxxxxxxxx
b) country of origin xxxxxxxxx
c) catalogue/type designation xxxxxxxxx
d) total switchgear mass kg xxxxxxxxx
4.2.2.14 Pressure relief and associated protection required.
Details of type offered. Yes/No
4.2.3.4 Insulation type if not air xxxxxxxxx
4.2.4.1 Is installation and on-site operational testing to be
carried out by the supplier? Yes/No xxxxxxxxx
4.2.4.4 Is construction power supply available? xxxxxxxxx
If yes, state details xxxxxxxxx
4.2.5.1 Is the switchgear to be joined to an existing
switchboard? Yes/No xxxxxxxxx
4.2.5.2 Details of existing switchboard (if applicable) xxxxxxxxx
4.2.6.1 Are heaters to be installed in the switchgear? xxxxxxxxx Yes/No
4.2.6.2 Type of heater offered xxxxxxxxx
4.2.7.1 Are surge arresters to be installed in feeder panels? Yes/No xxxxxxxxx
4.2.7.2 If yes, state type and position of arrester xxxxxxxxx
4.2.8.1 System earthing type? Solid/resistive xxxxxxxxx
4.2.8.2 Clearance hole or stud size of earthing bar offered xxxxxxxxx
4.2.8.3 What is the earth fault current? A xxxxxxxxx
4.2.9.1 Is SF6 used for insulation? xxxxxxxxx
If yes, in which compartments? xxxxxxxxx

4.2.9.4 Is a device for monitoring the SF6 pressure required?

xxxxxxxxx
Quantity of SF6 to be used in each separately filled
4.2.9.6
compartment? xxxxxxxxx
4.2.9.7 Text of label proposed xxxxxxxxx
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Annex E
(continued)

Item Clause Description Schedule A Schedule B

3.1 4.3.1.1.3 Circuit-breaker interrupting medium? xxxxxxxxx vacuum or SF6
4.3.1.4.1 Are earthing facilities required for all main circuits? Yes/No
4.3.1.4.2 Is a busbar earthing facility required? Yes/No
4.3.1.4.3 Is a bus section earthing facility required? Yes/No
4.3.1.4.4 Details of earthing facilities offered xxxxxxxxx
4.3.1.4.5 Diameter of earth switch clamping screw xxxxxxxxx
4.3.1.4.7 Details of the use of bus-section or bus-coupler panels
for integral busbar earthing. xxxxxxxxx
4.3.1.6 Are open/close switches for local electrical operation
required? Yes/No
4.3.1.7.3 Are pins 5 and 6 required for charging? Yes/No xxxxxxxxx
4.3.1.8.2 Is mechanical close required? Yes/No xxxxxxxxx
4.3.1.9.1 Circuit-breaker closing mechanism if other than
manually charged, stored energy with mechanical
close? xxxxxxxxx
4.3.1.9.3 A.C. supply voltage of spring charge motor V xxxxxxxxx
A.C. ratings of spring charge motor xxxxxxxxx
4.3.1.9.4 D.C. supply voltage of spring charge motor V xxxxxxxxx
Peak power kW xxxxxxxxx
Steady power kW xxxxxxxxx
4.3.1.9.6 Type of circuit-breaker closing mechanism offered xxxxxxxxx
4.3.1.9.7 Ratings of each circuit-breaker closing device: xxxxxxxxx
a) voltage V xxxxxxxxx
b) current A xxxxxxxxx
c) power kW xxxxxxxxx
4.3.1.9.9 If applicable, state alternative circuit-breaker tripping
mechanism required xxxxxxxxx
4.3.1.10.4 Ratings of circuit-breaker coils:
a) voltage V xxxxxxxxx
b) peak power kW xxxxxxxxx
4.3.1.11.3 Number of spare contacts required for:
a) SF6 alarm xxxxxxxxx
b) lock-out SF6 xxxxxxxxx
c) circuit-breaker auxiliary ‘a’ xxxxxxxxx
d) circuit-breaker auxiliary ‘b’ xxxxxxxxx
e) spring limit xxxxxxxxx
f) circuit-breaker earthed xxxxxxxxx
4.3.1.11.4 Number of spare contacts offered for:
a) SF6 alarm xxxxxxxxx
b) lock-out SF6 xxxxxxxxx
c) circuit-breaker auxiliary ‘a’ xxxxxxxxx
d) circuit-breaker auxiliary ‘b’ xxxxxxxxx
e) spring limit xxxxxxxxx
f) circuit-breaker earthed xxxxxxxxx
4.3.1.11.6 Should the circuit-breaker auxiliary contacts be wired
to the compartment behind the relay chamber doors Yes/No xxxxxxxxx
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Annex E
(continued)

Item Clause Description Schedule A Schedule B

3.2 4.3.2.1.5 Circuit-breaker details:
a) manufacturer xxxxxxxxx
b) country of origin xxxxxxxxx
c) model/type designation xxxxxxxxx
d) total mass (cart included) kg xxxxxxxxx
e) rating nameplate position xxxxxxxxx
4.3.2.1.6 Isolation displacement of circuit-breaker xxxxxxxxx Vertical/horizontal
4.3.2.4.2 Type of earthing switch offered xxxxxxxxx
4.3.2.7.2 Type of circuit-breaker transporting device xxxxxxxxx integral/external
3.3 4.3.3.1.2 Circuit-breaker details:
a) manufacturer xxxxxxxxx
b) country of origin xxxxxxxxx
c) model/type designation xxxxxxxxx
d) total mass kg xxxxxxxxx
e) rating nameplate position xxxxxxxxx
4.3.3.1.3 Number of in-line disconnectors? xxxxxxxxx
4.3.3.1.4 Are two or three position disconnectors offered? xxxxxxxxx
4.3.3.6.1 Is an integral type circuit test facility required Yes/No xxxxxxxxx
4.3.3.6.4 Type of test facility offered? xxxxxxxxx
4.3.3.6.5 Description of test plugs xxxxxxxxx
4 4.4.1.4 Is an integral three-pole earthing switch required Yes/No xxxxxxxxx
4.4.1.5 Type of switch disconnector offered xxxxxxxxx
4.4.3.1 Is an integral type circuit test facility required? Yes/No xxxxxxxxx
4.4.3.4 Type of test facility offered xxxxxxxxx
4.4.3.5 Description of test plugs xxxxxxxxx
5 4.5.1.4 Is an integral earthing facility in the circuit side
required? Yes/No xxxxxxxxx
4.5.1.5 Type of switch-fuse combination offered xxxxxxxxx
4.5.1.6 Operating temperatures if higher than 40 °C xxxxxxxxx
4.5.1.7 Type of fuse links required xxxxxxxxx
a) length mm xxxxxxxxx
b) diameter mm xxxxxxxxx
4.5.4.1 Is an integral type circuit test facility required? xxxxxxxxx
4.5.4.4 Type of circuit test facility offered xxxxxxxxx
4.5.4.5 Description of test plugs xxxxxxxxx
6 4.6.2 Type of cable termination offered xxxxxxxxx
7 4.7.1 Is a substation battery required? Yes/No xxxxxxxxx
4.7.3 Type of battery offered xxxxxxxxx
4.7.4 Is a substation battery charger required? Yes/No xxxxxxxxx
4.7.6 Type of battery charger offered xxxxxxxxx
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Item Clause Description Schedule A Schedule B

4.7.7 Voltages and types of auxiliary power supply available xxxxxxxxx
Maximum current that can be drawn from power supply A xxxxxxxxx
4.7.8 Peak and standby power requirements of the switchgear VA xxxxxxxxx
8 4.8.2 Number of current transformers required for:
a) overcurrent and earth fault protection xxxxxxxxx
b) differential protection xxxxxxxxx
c) metering xxxxxxxxx
4.8.3 State the following requirements for each current
transformer application:
a) class
b) burden VA xxxxxxxxx
c) tap ratios xxxxxxxxx
d) tap points xxxxxxxxx
e) knee-point voltage V xxxxxxxxx
f) secondary resistance Ω xxxxxxxxx
g) excitation current at knee-point voltage mA xxxxxxxxx
4.8.4 State, for each application, the following on the current
transformer offered:
a) type offered xxxxxxxxx
b) encapsulation material xxxxxxxxx
c) class xxxxxxxxx
d) burden VA xxxxxxxxx
e) tap ratios xxxxxxxxx
f) tap points xxxxxxxxx
g) knee-point voltage V xxxxxxxxx
h) secondary resistance Ω xxxxxxxxx
i) excitation current at knee-point voltage mA xxxxxxxxx
4.8.11 Is permission required for metering current transformers
to be used for other instruments? xxxxxxxxx Yes/No
4.8.14 Details of terminal block/rail mounted terminals offered
for current transformers xxxxxxxxx
9 4.9.1 Where are voltage transformers required xxxxxxxxx
4.9.3 Information on required voltage transformers:
a) one or three-phase xxxxxxxxx
b) ratio xxxxxxxxx
c) class xxxxxxxxx
d) burden VA xxxxxxxxx
e) voltage factor xxxxxxxxx
f) location of test block xxxxxxxxx
g) 3 limb or 5 limb xxxxxxxxx
h) primary connection at busbar or circuit side xxxxxxxxx
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Annex E
(continued)

Item Clause Description Schedule A Schedule B

4.9.4 Information on voltage transformers offered:
a) name of manufacturer
b) withdrawable or non-withdrawable xxxxxxxxx
c) ratio xxxxxxxxx
d) class xxxxxxxxx
e) burden VA xxxxxxxxx
f) voltage factor xxxxxxxxx
g) location of fuses xxxxxxxxx
h) location of test blocks xxxxxxxxx
i) 3 limb or 5 limb xxxxxxxxx
j) primary connection at busbar or circuit side xxxxxxxxx
4.9.11 Required location of fuses, MCCBs or links xxxxxxxxx
4.9.12 Are test blocks required? Yes/No xxxxxxxxx
If yes, type required xxxxxxxxx
Type of test blocks offered xxxxxxxxx
10 4.10.2 Requirements for protection equipment xxxxxxxxx
4.10.4 Details of protection equipment offered
a) manufacturer xxxxxxxxx
b) type xxxxxxxxx
c) rating xxxxxxxxx
11 4.11.1.1 Details of instruments required xxxxxxxxx
Details of transducers required xxxxxxxxx
Details of metering equipment required xxxxxxxxx
Details of instruments offered xxxxxxxxx
Details of transducers offered xxxxxxxxx
Details of metering equipment offered xxxxxxxxx
4.11.1.2 Scale length of indicating instruments if there is
preference mm xxxxxxxxx
4.11.2.4 Are ammeters with a thermal maximum demand
indicator required? Yes/No xxxxxxxxx
4.11.2.7 Accuracy of ammeters offered % xxxxxxxxx
4.11.2.8 Scale plate required on ammeter xxxxxxxxx
4.11.3.2 Are voltmeters with a range of 0 % to 120 % required? Yes/No xxxxxxxxx
4.12.1.2 Details of indicators offered xxxxxxxxx
12 4.12.2.1 What live circuit indication of the circuit side is
required? xxxxxxxxx
On which panels?
4.12.2.3 Details of bushing and voltage dividers xxxxxxxxx
4.12.3.1 What signal indicators are required? xxxxxxxxx
On which panels? xxxxxxxxx
4.12.3.2 What trip indications are required? xxxxxxxxx
On which panels? xxxxxxxxx
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Item Clause Description Schedule A Schedule B

13 4.13 Details of alarm circuits required xxxxxxxxx
14 4.14.2.2 Are there alternative wiring requirements? Yes/No xxxxxxxxx
If yes, state details
Is approval required for any alternative wiring offered? xxxxxxxxx Yes/No
4.14.3.1 D.C. circuit protection Fuses/MCCBs xxxxxxxxx
4.14.4.2 Where are ammeter selector switches required? xxxxxxxxx
4.14.4.3 Details of ammeter selector switches offered xxxxxxxxx
4.14.4.5 Where are voltmeter selector switches required? xxxxxxxxx
4.14.4.6 Details of voltmeter selector switches offered xxxxxxxxx
4.14.6.5 Where should the external termination box be
positioned? xxxxxxxxx
4.14.7.1 If relevant, state alternate termination of auxiliary wiring xxxxxxxxx
required
4.14.8.1 Details of terminal blocks offered xxxxxxxxx
4.14.9.1 Markings of current and voltage transformers terminals if
other than as specified xxxxxxxxx
4.14.9.4 State alternative circuit designations required xxxxxxxxx
15 4.15.7 Details of test pack required xxxxxxxxx
4.15.9 Quantities of each type of pack to be supplied xxxxxxxxx
4.15.11 Mounting of accessories cabinet required? Yes/No xxxxxxxxx
4.15.12 Is a circuit-breaker maintenance trolley required? xxxxxxxxx Yes/No
6.2 List any special tools required xxxxxxxxx Yes/No
16 4.16.1.1 State method used to attach rating pates xxxxxxxxx
17 4.17.1.1 State method used to attach labels xxxxxxxxx
4.17.2.4 State requirements for main circuit designation labels xxxxxxxxx
State details of labels xxxxxxxxx
18 4.18.2 State special coating requirements xxxxxxxxx
4.18.3 State colours required if not grey xxxxxxxxx
5.5.2 Are destructive tests of the coating required?
If yes, give details Yes/No xxxxxxxxx
5.5.3 Are samples of the grade of blastcleaning to be
submitted? Yes/No xxxxxxxxx
19 5.3.8 Details of points, test burden and current for routine
accuracy tests on current and voltage transformers xxxxxxxxx
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