Specifications

PIP ELTFT01
March 2001 Field Inspection and Testing of
New Electrical Equipment
Process Industry Practices Page 13 of 23
9.1.2 Check cable support systems (tray, conduit, or messenger) including conduit
bushings, straps, clamps, messenger hardware, and thermal expansion
provisions.
9.1.3 Check installation for adequate bending radius for all cables and individual
conductors.
9.1.4 Check cables for any exterior mechanical damage.
9.1.5 Check grounding of cable support system including cable tray grounding
jumpers.
9.1.6 Check wiring for proper identification according to the drawings and
specifications.
9.1.7 Check conduits and cables for proper tagging.
9.1.8 Check equipment installations for location of seals, breathers, and drains.
9.2. Equipment and Installation Inspection Items
9.2.1 Inspect installation of cable termination fittings (including pouring of fittings
if applicable).
9.2.2 Inspect all terminations and splices for conformance to manufacturer's
recommendations.
1. Verify proper type and size of connector or lug.
2. Verify that proper hydraulic crimp tool and die is used.
3. Verify proper termination and splicing, including use of recommended
tapes (semi-conducting, insulating), shielding, jacket, and tracking
resistant cover or proper size preformed stress cone unit or system.
4. Verify that cable terminators are properly installed.
9.2.3 Inspect the proper routing of cable shield and bonding conductors through
zero sequence CTs.
9.3. Testing Requirements
9.3.1 Upon receipt of cable, test insulation resistance of each conductor on the reel
using a 1-minute test.
9.3.2 Test cable in final position after all splices are completed. Connections shall
be completed to all components that can withstand the recommended DC
high-potential test voltage. For components that cannot withstand the test
voltage, the terminations shall be fully prepared including penciling of the
insulation and making of the stress cones, but the terminations shall not be
connected to the component. If potheads are used, all internal work shall be
completed including pouring of the pothead, and the cable test voltage shall
be set not to exceed the maximum withstand voltage guaranteed by the
pothead manufacturer.
1. Test metallic shield of each cable for continuity.