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SECTION 16361
SWITCHGEAR, HIGH VOLTAGE (ABOVE 600 VOLTS)

SPEC WRITER NOTE: Delete between //---//

if not applicable to project. Also delete
any other item or paragraph not applicable
in the section and renumber the
paragraphs.

PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION
This section specifies the furnishing, installation, connection and
testing of the high voltage switchgear.
1.2 RELATED WORK
A. Section 09050, INTERIOR/EXTERIOR FINISHES, MATERIALS, AND FINISH
SCHEDULE: Finishes for outdoor switchgear.
B. Section 16050, BASIC METHODS AND REQUIREMENTS (ELECTRICAL): General
electrical requirements that are common to more than one section of
Division 16.
C. Section 16051, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROTECTIVE DEVICE STUDY: Short circuit
and coordination study.
D. Section 16126, CABLES, HIGH VOLTAGE (ABOVE 600 VOLTS): High voltage
cables and splices.
E. Section 16127, CABLES, LOW VOLTAGE (600 VOLTS AND BELOW): Cables and
wiring.
F. Section 16160, PANELBOARDS: Requirements for panelboards.
G. Section 16450, GROUNDING: Requirements for personnel safety and to
provide a low impedance path to ground for possible ground fault
currents.
1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Factory Testing:
1. Thoroughly test the switchgear at the factory with the circuit
breakers in the connected position in their cubicles. The factory
tests shall be in accordance with IEEE C37.09 and shall include the
following tests:
a. Design Tests
b. Production Tests
c. Conformance Tests: These tests shall also include testing as
required in ANSI C37.55, C37.57 and NEMA C37.54.

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2. Furnish four (4) copies of certified manufacturer's factory test

reports to the Resident Engineer prior to shipment of the switchgear
to ensure that the switchgear has been successfully tested as
specified.
3. The Government shall have an option to witness the factory tests. All
expenses of the Government Representative's trips to witness the
testing will be paid by the Government. Notify the VA Central Office
through the Resident Engineer not less than 30 days prior to making
tests at the factory.
B. Field Testing:
1. Field tests shall be in accordance with IEEE C37.09 and shall include
the following:
a. Tests After Delivery
b. Field Tests
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. In accordance with Section 16050, BASIC METHODS AND REQUIREMENTS
(ELECTRICAL), submit the following:
B. Shop Drawings:
1. Shop drawings shall not be submitted until the Electrical System
Protective Device Study has been submitted and approved.
2. Provide detailed drawings with sufficient information, clearly
presented, to determine compliance with drawings and specifications.
3. Prior to fabrication of switchgear, submit four copies of the
following data for approval:
a. Complete electrical ratings
b. Circuit breaker sizes
c. Interrupting ratings
d. Safety features
e. Accessories and nameplate data
f. One line diagram of the primary distribution system.
g. Elementary and interconnection wiring diagrams.
h. Technical data for each component.
i. Dimensioned exterior views of the switchgear.
j. Dimensioned section views of the switchgear.
k. Floor plan of the switchgear.
l. Foundation plan for the switchgear.

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m. Provisions and required locations for external conduit and wiring

entrances.
n. Dimensions and approximate design weights.
4. Obtain and submit written approval from the local power company, that
the equipment and material interface with the customer meets with
their requirements and approval.
C. Manuals:
1. Submit, simultaneously with the shop drawings, companion copies of
complete maintenance and operating manuals, including technical data
sheets, wiring diagrams, and information for ordering replacement
parts.
a. Include complete interconnection diagrams that show all components
of the switchgear line-up.
b. Include complete diagrams of the internal wiring for each of the
items of equipment.
c. The diagrams shall identify the terminals to facilitate in the
installation, maintenance and operation.
d. Approvals will be based on complete submissions of manuals
together with shop drawings.
2. Two weeks prior to the project final inspection or the inspection of
the applicable phase that includes switchgear installation, submit
four copies of a final updated maintenance and operating manual to
the Resident Engineer. (Update the manual to include any information
necessitated by shop drawing approval).
D. Test Reports:
1. Submit four copies of certified conformance test reports for
approval. Reports shall include, but not be limited to, interrupting,
short time, momentary, BIL, high potential, fault close, and
endurance performance.
2. Submit four copies of the certified factory design and production
test reports for approval.
3. Two weeks prior to the project final inspection or phase inspection,
submit four copies of the certified field test reports and data
sheets to the Resident Engineer.
E. Certifications: Two weeks prior to the project final inspection or the
inspection of the applicable phase that includes switchgear

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installation, submit four copies of the following certifications to the

Resident Engineer:
1. Certification by the manufacturer of the switchgear that the
equipment has been properly installed, adjusted and tested.
1.5 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS
A. Publications listed below (including amendments, addenda, revisions,
supplements, and errata) form a part of this specification to the extent
referenced. Publications are referenced in the text by the basic
designation only.
B. American Concrete Institute (ACI):
ACI 318-00..............Building Code Requirements for Structural
Concrete
C. American National Standards Institute (ANSI):
C37.47-00...............High Voltage Current-Limiting Type Distribution
Class Fuses and Fuse Disconnecting Switches
C37.55-89...............Switchgear-Metal-Clad Switchgear Assemblies-
Conformance Test Procedures
C37.57-90...............Switchgear-Metal-Enclosed Interrupter Switchgear
Assemblies Conformance Testing
C37.85-89...............Switchgear-Alternating-Current High-Voltage
Power Vacuum Interrupters-Safety Requirements
for X-Radiation Limits
C39.1-81................Electrical Analog Indicating Instruments,
Requirements for
D. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE):
C37.04-99...............Standard Rating Structure for AC High-Voltage
Circuit Breakers
C37.09-99...............Standard Test Procedure for AC High-Voltage
Power Circuit Breakers Rated on a Symmetrical
Current Basis
C37.20.2-99.............Standard for Metal-Clad Switchgear
C37.48-97...............Guide for Application, Operation and Maintenance
of High Voltage Fuses, Distribution Enclosed
Single Pole Air Switches, Fuse Disconnection
Switches and Accessories
C37.90-89...............Standard for Relays and Relay Systems Associated
with Electric Power Apparatus

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C57.13-93...............Standard Requirements for Instrument

Transformers
E. National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA):
C37.06.1-00.............Guide for AC High-Voltage Circuit Breakers Rated
on a Symmetrical Current Basis
C37.54-87...............Switchgear - Indoor Alternating Current High-
Voltage Circuit Breakers Applied as Removable
Elements in Metal-Enclosed Switchgear Assemblies
- Conformance Test Procedures
LA 1-92.................Surge Arrestors
SG 4-00.................Alternating-Current High-Voltage Circuit
Breakers
F. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):
70-02...................National Electrical Code (NEC):
PART 2-PRODUCTS
2.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
A. The switchgear shall be in accordance with NEMA SG-4, IEEE C37.20.2 and
the National Electrical Code as minimum requirements, and shall be as
shown on the drawings and as specified.
B. Indicating instruments shall be in accordance with ANSI C39.1
C. Relays and relay systems shall be in accordance with IEEE C37.90.
D. Instrument transformers shall be in accordance with IEEE C57.13.
E. The switchgear line-up shall be a complete, grounded, continuous-duty,
integral assembly, metal clad, dead-front, dead-rear,
self-supporting, // indoor type switchgear assembly, // tamperproof,
weatherproof, outdoor type switchgear assembly with metal housing and a
walk-in protected aisle //. Incorporate devices shown on the drawings
and everything required to fulfill the operational and other
requirements shown on the drawings.
F. Ratings shall be not less than shown on the drawings. Short circuit
ratings shall be not less than // 250 // 500 // 750 // 1000 // MVA.
G. Switchgear shall conform to the arrangements and details of the drawings
and space designed for installation.
H. Coordinate the components of the switchgear line-up electrically and
mechanically. Coordinate all requirements with the power company
supplying electrical service to the switchgear so the incoming power

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supply feeder and revenue metering installations will conform to the

requirements of the power company.
I. Switchgear shall be designed to withstand the mechanical stresses caused
by rough handling during shipment in addition to the electrical (short
circuit) and mechanical stresses, which will occur during operation of
the station.
J. Interlocking shall be provided as shown on the drawings and as required
for the safety of personnel and safe operation of the equipment.
K. Switchgear shall be assembled, connected and wired at the factory so
that only external circuit connections are required at the construction
site. Split the structure only as required for shipping and
installation. Circuit breakers and accessories shall be packaged and
shipped separately. Packaging shall provide adequate protection against
rough handling during shipment.
L. All non-current carrying parts shall be grounded per applicable articles
of the National Electrical Code. Refer to Section 16450, GROUNDING for
additional requirements.
2.2 HOUSING
A. The equipment and structure shall have the following features:
1. Frames and enclosures:
a. The assembly shall be braced with reinforcing gussets and jig
welds as required to assure rectangular rigidity.
b. The enclosure shall be steel, leveled and not less than the gauge
required by NEMA and ANSI Standards.
c. Die-pierce the holes for connecting adjacent structures to insure
proper alignment and to allow for future additions.
d. All bolts, nuts, and washers shall be cadmium-plated steel.
2. Cubicles:
a. An individual cubicle shall be supplied for each circuit breaker
and each future circuit breaker indicated. Cubicles shall also be
provided for auxiliaries, revenue metering, and transitions as
indicated on the drawings.
1) Compartment each cubicle so that the circuit breaker, buses,
and cable terminations are in separate compartments with steel
partitions or barriers of approved and properly installed
insulation.

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2) Each cubicle furnished with a circuit breaker (active or spare)

shall be fully equipped as noted on drawings and specified
below.
3) Each cubicle noted as space for future circuit breaker shall be
fully equipped for positioning and connecting the breakers.
Provide all equipment required to implement the future breaker
installation, except the relays and meters on the cubicle doors
and the associated current transformers.
b. The cubicles shall be fabricated by a single manufacturer and
shall be coordinated for their installation.
c. Conveniently locate test blocks within each cubicle for circuit
breaker wiring connections.
3. Cubicle doors:
a. The doors shall permit convenient removal and interchanging of the
circuit breakers between cubicles. The doors shall be capable of a
swing approaching 180 degrees and shall be provided with
intermediate doorstops.
b. Each door shall include suitable handles and padlocking
provisions. Concealed or semi-concealed hinges shall be provided
to attach the doors. Weld the hinges to the equipment structure
and to the cubicle doors.
c. The following equipment shall be mounted on the door of circuit
breaker cubicles:
1) Draw out, induction type relays.
2) A breaker control switch.
3) Breaker-position-indicator lamps energized by the station
battery.
4) Indicating ammeters and voltmeters and associated selector
switches.
5) Install any additional items indicated on the drawings.
SPEC WRITER NOTE: Include the following
paragraphs for outdoor switchgear.

B. Walk-in Protected Enclosure:

1. Where indicated on the drawings, provide an outdoor, weatherproof,
protected walk-in aisle enclosure, fabricated and coordinated with
the switchgear to form an integral enclosure.

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2. The entire length of the protected aisle shall be wide enough to

permit two circuit breakers to pass side by side conveniently.
3. Adequate space shall be provided for convenient operation and
maintenance of the batteries, battery charger, circuit breaker test
panel, and the revenue metering equipment. The aisle area shall be
not less than shown on the drawings.
4. The entire space within the enclosure shall be provided with a steel
floor adequately reinforced to allow the circuit breakers to be
interchanged and serviced without causing the floor to deflect. The
entire floor shall be at the same level.
5. The roof of the enclosure shall slope to allow for adequate run-off
of moisture.
6. The entire area between the floor and foundation, including feeder
conduits, shall be enclosed by structural steel or steel sheets.
7. The enclosure shall include proper ventilation. All ventilation
openings shall be provided with suitable filters and screens. Provide
thermostatically controlled exhaust fan with CFM sufficient to limit
the temperature rise to 10 degrees F above ambient. Thermostat shall
close contacts at 32 degrees C (90 degrees F). Provide motor starter
with H-O-A switch adjacent to the wall-mounted thermostat.
8. Enclosure doors:
a. Locate a door wide enough to allow a circuit breaker to pass at
each end of the protected aisle.
b. The doors shall be safety type, steel with concealed or semi-
concealed hinges for attachment. Weld the hinges to the equipment
structure.
c. Provide the doors with panic hardware on the inside and grab
handle on the exterior. A latch bolt controlled by a key cylinder
shall lock the door from the outside. Key the cylinder as directed
by the Resident Engineer.
9. Equipment rear doors:
a. Provide suitable weatherproof type doors on the rear of the
switchgear enclosure for each cubicle. Attach the doors by
concealed or semi-concealed hinges. Weld the hinges to the
enclosure and to the cubicle doors. Provide each door with a
three-point latching and locking assembly and provisions for
padlocking.

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b. The doors shall be capable of a swing approaching 180 degrees and

shall be provided with intermediate doorstops.
10. Cubicle heaters:
a. Install a thermostatically controlled electric strip heater within
each circuit breaker cubicle and cable termination compartment to
limit excessive humidity during adverse weather conditions.
Thermostat shall be set and marked with manufacturer’s recommended
setting.
b. Heater and associated control wiring shall be pre-wired at the
factory. Properly fuse the wiring and protect to prevent terminal
overheating.
11. Lighting:
a. Provide 1200 mm (four-foot), two-lamp, ceiling mounted,
fluorescent fixtures, 2400 mm (eight feet) on centers over the
front aisle, with fixtures parallel to the switchgear. Lamps shall
be T8-32 watts each with matching electronic ballasts. Fixtures
shall be securely mounted (chains or wires are not allowed) and
include wire guards to protect lamps in each fixture
b. Install a 3-way switch at each enclosure entrance to control the
aisle lighting.
c. Emergency light: Provide a self-contained battery pack with
charger and two headlights mounted on a shelf near the ceiling (at
middle of enclosure). Battery shall have capacity to operate the
headlights for two hours.
12. Receptacles: Provide one 2P, 3W, 20-amp duplex ground fault (GFI)
receptacle for each three cubicles or fraction thereof. Space
receptacles equidistant along the exterior wall of the aisle space.
Install a separate 20-amp circuit for every three (3) receptacles.
13. All branch circuit wiring shall be installed in conduit and shall be
not less than #12 AWG.
SPEC WRITER NOTE: Edit the following for
indoor or outdoor application.

C. Finish:
1. All metal surfaces shall be thoroughly cleaned, phosphatized and
factory primed prior to applying baked enamel or lacquer finish.
//2. Provide a light gray finish for indoor switchgear. //
//3. Outdoor Switchgear:

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a. Interior finish shall be light gray.

b. Exterior finishes shall be as specified in the Section 09050,
INTERIOR/EXTERIOR FINISHES, MATERIALS, AND FINISH SCHEDULE.
c. The underside of the switchgear and enclosure shall be treated
with corrosion resistant compounds, epoxy resin or rubberized
sealing compound. //
2.3 BUS
A. Bus Bars and Interconnections:
1. Provide either copper or aluminum buses, fully rated for the amperage
shown on the drawings. All ground buses shall be copper.
2. All aluminum bus bar joints shall be made by employing belleville
type conical washers under the nuts and over the plated flat steel
washers that are against the bus to assure constant pressure. Factory
welded bus connections are acceptable.
3. Fully insulate and totally enclose the buses within the bus
compartment of the switchgear cubicle.
4. Mount the buses on appropriately spaced insulators and broi’ace to
withstand the available short circuit currents.
5. The bus and bus compartment shall be designed so that the acceptable
NEMA Standard temperature rises are not exceeded.
6. Install a ground bus the full length of the switchgear assembly. Bus
size shall be 50 mm by 6 mm (2-inches by 1/4-inches).
B. Insulation: The insulation shall be a high flame-retardant, self
extinguishing, high track-resistant material that complies with the NEMA
Standard 65 degree C temperature rise.
C. Control Bus: Extend the control buses to all of the circuit breaker
cubicles including spare and spaces for future circuit breakers.
2.4 CIRCUIT BREAKERS
A. Breakers that have the same ratings shall be interchangeable with other
breakers in that line-up.
SPEC WRITER NOTE: The type of breakers
allowable will depend on the application.
In general, include contractor choices
when possible. Because of their extremely
fast opening time, use vacuum breakers
only in special cases where transient
voltage spikes from vacuum circuit
interruption will not damage insulation of
motors, switchgear and other electrical
devices in the total electrical system.

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B. The circuit breakers shall be in accordance with IEEE C37.04, NEMA

C37.06.1 and NEMA SG-4. Breakers shall have the following features:
1. Drawout, // air // // vacuum // SF6 // interrupter type.
//a. Air:
1) Silver alloy contact surfaces.
2) Physically separate each pole of the breaker by phase barriers.
3) Provide arc quenchers as well as independent arc chutes with
magnetic blowout coils for each pole. //
//b. Sulfur Hexafloride (SF6):
1) Three independently sealed SF6 interrupters.
2) Protect the interrupter contacts from moisture and contaminated
atmospheres.
3) Arc interruption based on SF6 single-pressure puffer principle.
4) Low pressure; normal operating pressure of 250 kPa (2.5 bar)
gauge for the SF6.
5) Provide a low-pressure alarm on each interrupter.
6) Readily accessible contact wear indicator for each interrupter.
7) Provisions for slow closing (testing).
8) Breaker total interrupting time of 5 cycles.
9) Maintenance free interrupter. //
//C. Vacuum:
1) Three independent sealed high vacuum interrupters.
2) Protect the interrupter contacts from moisture and contaminated
atmospheres.
3) Readily accessible contact wear indicator for each interrupter.
4) Provisions for slow closing (testing).
5) Breaker total interrupting time of 3 cycles.
6) Maintenance free interrupter.
7) Contact surfaces to be of special alloys (such as copper
chrome) to reduce effect of chopping.
8) Provide each phase of each breaker with appropriate surge
arrester for application voltage. Select surge arresters to
minimize risk of damage to external electrical and electronic
equipment.
9) Vacuum interrupters shall meet the safety requirements of ANSI
C37.85. //

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2. Operating mechanism:
a. The mechanism shall operate in a quick-make, quick-break manner
and shall be charged by a small universal motor to provide
stored-energy for breaker operation. Breaker tripping, closing,
and indicating lamps shall be DC operated.
b. The speed of the contacts during the operation shall be
independent of the control voltage and the operator's movements.
c. Equip the mechanism for manual opening and closing of the contacts
during loss of normal control power and provide capability for
slow manual operation during inspection of the contact wiping
action.
3. Drawout rails:
a. Design the rails to guide the breakers to their disconnected,
test, and connected positions. Provide a positive stop at each of
the positions by a levering mechanism.
b. The breaker shall maintain contact with ground in all positions
through flexible connections and ground shoes.
c. Make provisions for padlocking the breaker in the test and
disconnected position.
4. Power line and load disconnecting contact fingers and springs:
a. The contact fingers shall be silver-plated, full-floating,
self-aligning, self-coupling, and designed for cleaning action
during engaging and disengaging movements.
b. Provide adequate flexibility between stationary and movable
components to assure proper meeting of the contact fingers, while
also providing adequate pressure on the contact surfaces.
c. Mount the contacts on the breaker so that they can be conveniently
inspected.
5. The stationary contacts for the line and load breaker contact fingers
shall be isolated from the breaker compartment by shutters when the
breaker is removed from the connected position.
6. The control and auxiliary contacts of the breaker shall be silver
plated, multi-contact, self-coupling, plug and socket type. The
contacts shall connect the circuits through terminal blocks that
shall be conveniently mounted on the breaker for visual inspection.
7. Mechanical interlocks:

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a. Shall prevent the breaker from movement, except when the breaker
contacts are in the open position.
b. Shall prevent the breaker from closing the contacts while in the
connected position, except when the power line and load
disconnecting contacts are completely connected.
C. The interrupting ratings of the breakers shall be not less than //
250 // 500 // 750 // 1000 // MVA.
SPEC WRITER NOTE: Show the current
transformer ratios on the drawings.

2.5 CURRENT TRANSFORMERS

A. Provide encapsulated type current transformers or approved equal. The
transformers shall have a mechanical and one-second thermal rating in
RMS amperes of not less than the momentary and interrupting rating of
the breaker at rated voltage.
B. Provide transformer ratios as shown on the drawings. Accuracies shall be
coordinated with the associated relays and meters by the switchgear
manufacturer to assure proper operation at the selected pick up and
operating current ratings.
2.6 POTENTIAL TRANSFORMERS
A. The potential transformers shall be encapsulated, drawout, disconnecting
type and shall be properly protected by primary current-limiting fuses.
B. When the transformers are withdrawn from the compartment the primary
terminals shall be grounded.
C. The transformer ratios and accuracies shall be coordinated with the
associated relays and meters by the switchgear manufacturer.
2.7 CONTROL POWER TRANSFORMERS
A. The control power transformers shall be encapsulated, drawout,
disconnecting type and shall be properly protected by primary
current-limiting fuses.
B. The ratings of the transformer shall be as indicated on the drawings.
C. Refer to the drawings for rating and capacity of the circuit breaker
equipped panelboard served by the control power transformer.
D. Equip the control power transformer compartment door with indicating
lights and nameplates to indicate when the control power is energized.
SPEC WRITER NOTE: Include the following
paragraph only for projects that include
two incoming utility feeders.

//E. Dual Control Power Supplies:

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1. For each of the incoming feeders, provide a separate control power

transformer.
2. An automatic transfer switch shall transfer the secondary connected
load as follows:
a. While the preferred incoming feeder is energized, the load shall
be connected to the transformer energized by the feeder.
b. While the preferred incoming feeder is de-energized and the other
incoming feeder is energized, the load shall be transferred to the
energized incoming feeder. //
2.8 POWER COMPANY EQUIPMENT
A. Provide separate cubicles for Power Company metering equipment.
B. Provide suitable arrangements within the Power Company primary metering
cubicles for mounting metering equipment, including drilling or tapping
the bus. Obtain the Power Company's approval of the cubicle arrangements
prior to fabrication of the switchgear.
C. Install the Power Company furnished equipment in the switchgear in
accordance with the requirements of the Power Company. Submit written
Power Company approval to the Resident Engineer.
2.9 BATTERY SYSTEM
A. Batteries:
1. Provide high discharge rate type nickel-cadmium batteries. Battery
voltage shall be // 125 // 48 // volts nominal. Calculate the battery
capacity based on the lowest ambient temperature in the room where it
is to be installed. Include a safety margin of 50 percent for reserve
capacity.
a. Provide sufficient battery capacity to carry all continuous loads
(lamps, relays, etc.) for 8 hours and then perform the greater of
the following duties, with the charger de-energized.
1) Trip all circuit breakers simultaneously or,
2) Close the largest breaker in a line-up of four or less
breakers, or close the two largest breakers simultaneously in a
line-up of more than four breakers. Breaker closing current
shall include both the spring release coil current and the
starting current of the spring charging motor.
2. Each battery cell shall have electrolyte minimum and maximum level
indicators, and flip top flame arrester vent cap.

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3. Provide battery connector covers for protection against external

short circuits.
4. Provide steel battery racks with an alkali resistant finish.
5. In seismic areas, batteries shall be secured to the battery rack to
prevent overturning during a seismic event. Battery rack shall also
be secured to the floor.
B. Battery Charger:
1. Provide a charger of the full wave rectifier type utilizing silicon
controlled rectifiers as the power-control elements. Construction
shall be modular with plug-in control units for easy replacement.
2. The charger shall maintain 1/2 of one percent voltage regulation from
no load to full load for line voltage variation of 10 percent, and
frequency variation of 3 Hz from 60 Hz.
3. The charger shall maintain a nominal float voltage of 1.4 vpc, and a
nominal equalizing voltage of 1.5 vpc.
4. The charger shall be capable of continuous operation in an ambient
temperature of 40 degrees C (104 degrees F) without derating. The
charger shall be installed in a convection cooled NEMA Type I
ventilated enclosure. The housing is to have a hinged front door with
all equipment accessible from the front.
5. Provide both AC and DC transient protection. Charger shall be able to
recharge a fully discharged battery without tripping AC protective
devices. AC circuit breaker shall not trip under any DC load
condition, including short circuit on output terminals.
6. The charger shall be capable of supplying the following demand
simultaneously:
a. Recharging a fully discharged battery in 12 hours.
b. Supervisory panel and control panel.
c. Steady loads (indicating lamps, relays, etc.).
7. The charger shall have fused AC input and DC output protection.
8. The charger shall not discharge the batteries when AC power fails.
9. The charger shall have the following accessories:
a. On-off control switch with pilot light.
b. AC power failure alarm light.
c. High DC voltage alarm light.
d. Low DC voltage alarm light.
e. Ground detection switch and alarm light.

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f. DC ammeter - 2 percent accuracy.

g. DC voltmeter - 2 percent accuracy: Float/equalize voltage marked
in red on voltmeter.
h. Provisions for activation of remote annunciation of trouble for
the above conditions.
2.10 OTHER EQUIPMENT
A. Cable Terminations:
1. Cable terminations shall conform to the requirements in Section
16126, CABLES, HIGH VOLTAGE (ABOVE 600 VOLTS).
2. Coordinate cable terminations with the switchgear being furnished.
B. High Voltage Lightning Arresters:
1. Lightning arresters shall be valve type with wet process porcelain
insulators. Supports that hold the porcelain in compression shall be
rustproof steel. Arresters shall be in accordance with NEMA LA 1.
2. Provide each ungrounded conductor of each incoming circuit with an
arrester.
3. Unless the class of the arrester is specifically shown on the
drawings, the switchgear manufacturer shall provide the class
arrester required to protect the equipment. Provide a suitable
dielectric barrier to isolate the arresters from the switchgear
compartment.
C. Panelboards:
1. Requirements for panelboards shown to be installed in the switchgear
shall be as shown on the drawings and in Section 16160, PANELBOARDS.
2.11 AUXILIARIES
Install all additional components required for proper operation of the
switchgear.
2.12 SWITCHGEAR WIRES
Switchgear control wires shall not be less than No. 14 AWG copper 600
volt, Class B, Stranded SIS. Install wiring complete at the factory,
adequately bundled and protected. All conductors across hinges, and all
conductors for interconnection between shipping units shall be Class C
stranded. Conductors shall be sized in accordance with the NEC. Provide
separate control circuit fuses in each breaker compartment and locate
for ease of access and maintenance.

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2.13 TEST CABINET

The test cabinet shall facilitate the convenient testing of the power
circuit breakers and shall be installed where indicated on the drawings.
2.14 IDENTIFICATION SIGNS AND MIMIC BUS
A. Permanently identify each cubicle of the switchgear assembly by a sign
which clearly indicates the enclosed equipment or breaker designation.
B. Provide signs of laminated black phenolic resin with a white core and
engraved lettering of not less than 6 mm (1/4-inch) high.
C. Provide an approved mimic bus on the front of each switchgear assembly,
either factory painted, plastic, or metal strips. Secure strips in place
by plated screws. Strips shall be secured flat and free of waves.
Plastic tape shall not be used. Use symbols similar to a one line
diagram (refer to drawings).
2.15 ONE LINE DIAGRAM
A. An as-built one line diagram, clearly identified, shall be laminated or
mounted under plexiglas, installed in a frame and mounted on a wall
adjacent to the switchgear assembly.
B. Deliver an additional four spare copies (same as at the switchgear unit)
of the one line diagram to the Resident Engineer.
2.16 VOLTAGE WARNING SIGN
Mount on each entrance door of the // outdoor switchgear // switchgear
room //, approximately 1500mm (five feet) above grade or floor, a
clearly lettered high voltage sign for warning personnel. The sign shall
be attached with rustproof metal screws.
2.17 ACCESSORIES
Furnish all accessories to the Resident Engineer as recommended by the
switchgear assembly manufacturer to facilitate the convenient
maintenance and operation of the assembly.
2.18 AS-LEFT RELAY SETTING AND FUSE RATINGS
A. Coordinate relay settings of the high voltage switchgear breakers in
accordance with Section 16051, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROTECTIVE DEVICE
STUDY.
B. The settings of the main breaker(s) shall be reviewed by the power
company to assure coordination with the utility primary fusing. Prior to
switchgear activation, provide verification of this review to the
Resident Engineer.

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C. The settings shall be calibrated and set in the field by an authorized

representative of the switchgear manufacturer.
D. Post a durable copy of the "as-left" relay settings and fuse ratings in
a convenient location within the switchgear // room // // assembly //.
Deliver four additional copies of the settings and fuse ratings to the
Resident Engineer. Furnish this information prior to the activation of
the switchgear.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Install the switchgear in accordance with the NEC, manufacturer's
recommendations and instructions.
B. Anchor the individual cubicles to the // concrete floor by cadmium
plated bolts, nuts and washers // steel flooring by welding or by
bolts //, not less than 13 mm (1/2-inch) diameter. Furnish 100 mm
(4-inch) channel iron sills for new concrete floors and level flush into
the floor.
SPEC WRITER NOTE: Include the following
paragraph for outdoor switchgear.

3.2 FOUNDATION
A. The concrete shall have 21 Mpa (3000 psi) compressive strength in a
minimum of 28 days, and comply with the American Concrete Institute
Publication 318, "Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete".
B. Locate the top of the foundation 150 mm (six inches) above the adjacent
grade, unless otherwise indicated on the drawings.
C. Grade the adjacent terrain away from the switchgear to allow water to
run away from the structure.
D. Use cadmium plated bolts, nuts and washers, not less than 13 mm
(1/2-inch) in diameter, to fasten the structure to the foundation.
3.3 TECHNICAL SERVICES DURING INSTALLATION AND FIELD TESTING
A. An authorized representative of the switchgear manufacturer shall
technically supervise and participate during all of the field
adjustments and tests. Major adjustments and field tests shall be
witnessed by the Resident Engineer.
B. Prior to the final inspection for acceptance, a technical representative
from the Power Company shall witness the testing of the equipment to
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proper operation/coordination with power company’s equipment and

eliminate any electrical and mechanical defects.
1. When any defects are detected, make corrections and repeat all tests
as requested by the Resident Engineer, at no additional cost to the
Government.
3.4 INSTRUCTIONS AND FINAL INSPECTION
A. A complete set of operating instructions for the switchgear shall be
laminated or mounted under plexiglas and installed in a frame // in the
switchgear room // on the wall of switchgear assembly//.
B. Conduct a final inspection, in the presence of a VA representative, to
assure that the switchgear operates properly in all respects.
C. Furnish the services of a factory-trained engineer for two, 4-hour
training periods for instructing personnel in the maintenance and
operation of the equipment, on the dates requested by the Resident
Engineer.
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