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1.0 EXTENT OF CONTRACT

The contract for this project includes the supply, delivery, installation, testing, commissioning &
guarantee within the Defects Liability Period of all H.T. and L.V. Electrical services as detailed in the
plans & drawings issued with this specification.

All parts of the works shall be completed in every respect for commercial operation to the
requirements of the Engineer. Notwithstanding that any detail, accessory, labour charge etc.
required for the complete & satisfactory operation of the installation are not specifically mentioned in
the Specifications, such details shall be considered as included in the contract price.

The contract Price shall include custom duties and all taxes which may be payable. No exemption
certificates for importation of materials of equipment will be supplied.

The works “complete installation” shall mean not only the major items of plant & equipment covered
by the specification, but the incidental sundry components necessary for the complete execution of
the works & for the proper & efficient operation of the installation, with their labour charges, whether
or not these sundry component are explicitly specified or mentioned in detail in the Tender
Documents. In all cases where a device or a part of the equipment is herein referred to in the
singular, such devices or parts of equipment as are necessary for the complete installation.

For the purpose of this specification, the words “supply” & “provide” shall understood to include the
words “fix” & “install”.

The words “as indicated”, refer to items or requirements indicated elsewhere in the tender
documents issued in connection with this contract, e.g. on a drawing, in supplementary specification
or in a schedule.

2.0 SCOPE OF WORK

2.1 General
This section of the specification gives a brief outline of the works included in this Contract.

2.2 Work to be done

The Contractor shall be responsible for the following services herein described to produce a
complete & fully operational installation in accordance with the true intent of this specification
including all necessary labour & materials whether or not specified in details.
i. L.V. Electrical Services

2.3 Visit to Site

The tenderer is strongly advised to visit the site prior submitting the tender to ascertain the full extent
of the work. Arrangements to visit the site are to be made through the Owner.

2.4 Description of Works

The work to be performed under this section comprises the supply, delivery, installation, testing,
painting, operating & commissioning of the following:-

i. H.T. and L.V. Electrical System

The installation of the complete electrical installation system including testing, commissioning,
approval from TNB & Electrical Supply to the site & handing over in approved working order &
maintenance of the H.T. and LV electrical services as shown in the drawing.

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CONSUMER LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL SERVICES

1, Supply & installation of L.V. main switchboard, sub-switchboard and all electrical distribution boards c/w
all other associated accessories for the complete electrical installation system.

2. Supply & installation of general lighting fixtures inclusive of ceiling recessed LED light fitting, surface
mounted LED light fitting, recessed LED down light, air craft warning light, switch socket outlet etc as
indicated in the drawing.

3. Supply and installation of all the submain cables inclusive of branch cable, XLPE/PVC, PVC/PVC
cable, fire rated mineral insulated (LSOH) cable from normal/essential L.V. main switchboard to sub-
switchboard and all mechanical control panels, sub-switchboard to distribution boards c/w surge
arrestor, fireman switch and change-over contactor for low zone and high zone.

4. Supply and installation of all final sub circuit wirings to all lighting point, power points, isolator, etc as
indicated in the drawings.

5. Supply & installation of all external weather proof isolators as shown in the drawing.

6. Supply & installation of all cable pits, HDPE duct / G.I. pipe, M.S. trunking or cable tray for H.T and
L.V. cable / busduct as indicated in the drawing..

7. Supply and installation of complete lightning protection system and earthing system as indicated in
the drawings.

8. Supply and installation of complete set of standby diesel generator set system. The contractor to
submit plans and calculation and obtain approval from DOE and JBE and ST.

9. Testing and commissioning of the complete H.T. and L.V. electrical system in accordance with
Malaysian/IEC/other relevant standards.

10. To liaise with local authorities for submission and obtain clearance/approval letter.

11. All installations and equipment shall be compliant to GBI GOLD standard and LEED
requirements, as well as TRX Development Code

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MAIN SWITCHBOARDS
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1.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

One number of main L.T. switchboards shall be supplied & installed in LT switchboard room & as
generally detailed in the drawings. Switchboards shall be of the cubicle modular type totally
enclosed, heavy duty self contained flush fronted & suitable for both front & back access.
Components of switchboards shall be suitable for indoor use under tropical conditions. All
provisions shall be made for connection either by cables or busbars supplied & installed inclusive
in this work. Operating conditions shall be at 415/240V, 3 phase, 4 wires, 50 c/s. Switchboards
shall withstand without damage stresses under short circuit conditions to 31MVA for 3 seconds as
defined in B.S. 116. All panels constructed shall be of the modular type to enable easy
replacement from spares kept within the complex site. The Main Switchboard shall be of modular
multi-unit construction type complying with minimum Form 3B segregation requirement in
accordance with the relevant IEC 61439-2 and shall be proven by ASTA certifications.

2.0 CONSTRUCTION

Panels shall be fabricated from minimum 18 S.W.G. steel & using rolled steel angle sections for rigidity
of construction. Joints shall be continuously welded & ground flushed. After fabrication the cabinet shall
be thoroughly rubbed down & treated with an approved etched type rust inhibiting primer. All weld
markes & surface imperfections shall be ground smooth & carefully filled to give a smooth surface &
finished with two coats or semi gloss colonial white unless otherwise instructed by the Engineer.

Finished surfaces damages on site shall be made good to the satisfaction of the Engineer. Doors
fitted over panel sections, shall be of similar construction to the cabinets complete with chrome
plated handles, cylinder locks & concealed type hinges. Compression gaskets shall be fitted around
all doors openings for dust proofing. Latching bars shall be substantial cross section & fitted with
adequate guides to prevent distortion during operation.

The interior of cabinets shall be insect & vermin proofed. Similar items of equipment shall be fully
interchangeable & fit accurately in modular fitted dimensions of space within each board. Knurled
screws shall be used on all front panels of switchboards.

3.0 MOUNTING

Switch gears shall be mounted on angle iron supports & fitted with escutcheon plates. Fuses shall
be mounted on insulating panels fixed to the cabinet framing with mild steel brackets. Instruments
indicating lights, rotary switches & similar equipment shall be mounted directly on a fixed facia panel
suitably stiffened to hold such items firmly in position under all conditions of operations.

4.0 BUSBARS & SECONDARY WIRING

a. Full size Busbars for Phases & Neutral shall be fabricated from hard drawn high conductivity
copper rigidly mounted on non-hygroscopic insulators with connections from busbars to
switchgears by means of coloured plastic sleeving or tape to indicate the phase colours.
Busbars shall be completely tinted at the works & shall be retouched for damaged tinting where
emergency standby supplied are provided for in the designs, double sets of busbars shall be
provided one for normal supply & another for emergency standby supplies.

b. Secondary wiring shall be to BS2746 & 2064 for 660V working & shall be 4mm² with black &
white heat resisting PVC materials. Tees or joints between terminal points shall not be allowed.
All wiring shall be connected neatly, systematically without any wire crossing over each other.
Termination of wire shall be by means of claw washers. Where wire passes through metal holes,
PVC or other heat resistant bushes shall be provided. Identification for wire shall be by means of
numbered ferrules at all termination points with ferrules on the trip circuit marked in red, all
others in black.

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5.0 CABLE ARRANGEMENT

Switchboards shall be located as shown on the drawings & shall be designed for either incoming
cable rising vertically from the opening below or busbars connection directly from transformers.
Cable boxes for the termination of paper insulated cable shall be supplied & mounted as applicable.
In no instance shall any outgoing paper cables to be connected from the top of the main
switchboard. Final arrangement shall be approved & directed on site by the Engineer or
Superintending Officer.

6.0 AIR-CIRCUIT BREAKERS

a. All circuit breakers shall be of metal clad, flush mounted, horizontal draw out isolation & air
break type. They shall comply fully with BS 3659 & applicable parts of BS116, & shall have a
rupturing capacity of not less than 31 MVA at a service voltage of 415V at 50 c.p.s. in
accordance with the above specifications certified by ASTA other recognized testing authority.

b. Circuit breakers shall be equipped with independent manual closing devices. Normal opening of
the breakers shall be accomplished by means of 240 A.C. shunt trip coils, but normal opening
shall also be possible by movement of the latching mechanisms with an auxiliary lever or push
button; under such circumstances, the speed of opening shall be independent of the operator.
Circuit to normal opening & closing mechanisms should be arranged by means of auxiliary
contacts on the circuit breaker, so that the operating circuit is broken immediately when the
breaker reaches the fully open position or if closed & latched respectively.

c. The tripping mechanism shall be stable & not capable of being opened by shocks or jars. The
design of the trip coil shall be such that the trip plunger shall be operated immediately, there
being no delay due to the building up of the coil field to maximum value. The use of fibre in
construction of the trip coils will not be accepted, the trip coils should be wound on a high grade
bakelite or mica former.

d. Both electrically & mechanically operated trip free mechanism shall be provided.

e. Circuit breakers shall be provided with contacts of a type removing arcing duty from the main
contact surfaces. The main contacts shall be arranged to give a double break in each pole. All
contacts shall be renewable.

Individual arc chutes shall be provided on each pole of the breaker. These shall be so designed
that any arc caused by the opening of the breaker under maximum fault conditions shall be
completely contained in the chute there shall be no possibility of a “Flashover” between phases,
or between any phase & neutral or between adjacent earthed metal.

f. Auxiliary switches, relays & contactors are necessary for the proper operation of the circuit
breaker, trip coils electrical interlocks, alarm indication & “operation status” indication shall be
provided.

g. In addition to those required for the functions covered in this specification, provision shall be made
for extending the numbered of auxiliary switches either N/O or N/C on each circuit breaker to cover
possible future alarm and/or signaling circuit requirements. Auxiliary switches shall be of rebus
double break design, easily accessible for maintenance, having adequate current rating to carry
the connected loads.

The operation mechanism & the carriage or hinged panel shall be so interlocked that it is not
possible to withdraw or replace the circuit breaker while the breaker is in the closed positing, so
that it is not possible to close the breaker while the carriage or hinged panel is in any position
between “fully isolated” & “fully home”, or vice versa. Provision shall be made so that it is possible
to perate the breaker mechanism, if required for inspection & testing purposes, when the breaker
is fully isolated.

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7.0 MOULDED CASE CIRCUIT BREAKER (MCCB)

Outgoing circuits from main switchboards shall be controlled & protected by the use of moulded
case circuit breakers (MCCB). They shall be so mounted on modular panels to enable easy, flexible
inter-changeability when required.

MCCB’s use shall be designed, manufactured & tested in accordance to BS 3871 : Part 2 1966.

MCCB’s shall be :-
i. of the fixed thermal magnetic type with quick break toggle action.
ii. able to withstand up to 43Ka rms symmetrical interrupting current. Back-up Fuse (HRC) may be
used for breakers’ rating below 60 amperes.
iii. fitted with door-mounted Lever handle -operating mechanism, door interlock & handle interlock
(individual door for each MCCS).
iv. fitted with sets of Alarm Switch for Trip signal & Auxiliary switch for OFF signal.
v. of constant characteristics irrespective of ambient temperature up to 50C & physical plane of
mounting.
vi. inclusive of efficient arc-interrupting devices of the de-ion type.
vii. of high conductivity non welding alloya for the fixed and moving contacts.
viii. suitably treated to resist corrosion throughout breaker life of all metal parts
ix. firmly mounted by fixings independent of terminal studs and connected to the supply by copper
busbars.
x. incorporated with a common trip device so that overload on one phase shall cause all poles to
open.
xi. provided with a trip free mechanism preventing breaker being maintained in the closed position
during overload or short circuit fault even if the handler is held “ON”. Position of the operating
level shall indicate either On-OFF or tripped in the centre position.

8.0 MINIATURE CIRCUIT BREAKERS (MCB)

Where miniature circuit breakers shall be of the bolt on/clip on type complying generally with BS
3871 : Part I. Breakers shall have a delay thermal and instantaneous fixed magnetic trip device
having inverse tripping characteristic calibrated at 40°C.

The contacts shall be “Quick Make, Quick Break’ mechanism. Breakers shall have temperature
compensation independent of ambient condition & shall be rated for a minimum of 5,000 - 30,000
ampere asymmetric interrupting capacity at 240 & 415V AC for single pole & three pole breakers
respectively as indicated on drawings.

The main lugs for the breakers shall be copper, adequately sized for the breaker rating required.
Branch connections mounting brackers & other hardware will be provided as required. The breakers
shall be arranged & labeled for the equipment served.

8.1 Installation of MCB

The miniature circuit breakers shall be mounted inside the switchboard panel on insulated channel
so that units of the same frame size may be fixed or removed from the front. The exposed terminal
lugs shall be installed with phenolis fibre to prevent accidental contacts with live terminals.

9.0 FUSE SWITCH AND SWITCH FUSE

Fuse switches & switch fuses shall be BS 861 & BS 3185 & of 660V rating & enclosed in steel casing.
They shall have double air break quick make & quick break design in which the moving contacts are
driven by springs to ensure that final openings & closing is beyond the operator’s control.

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The fuse switch fixed contacts shall be fully shrouded & the equipment shall be designed to
accommodate H.R.C. complying with BS 88. The fuses shall be carried on the moving contact
mechanism & shall be isolated from the line & load contacts when in the “OFF” position.

Fuse switches and switch fuses shall be interlocked so that the switch cannot be switched “ON” with
the door open, or the door opened with the switch “ON”.

Individual door shall be provided for each switch & the doors shall be lined with neoprene sponge
gasket. The operating handle of the switch equipment shall be retractable & undetectable.

The switch shall be fitted with ON/OFF position indicators which shall be operated by the moving
contacts independently of the operating handle position. The switch shall be capable of being locked
in the “OFF” position.

Fuses for the main switchboard shall be to BS 88 and Class P.

10.0 PROTECTION RELAYS

a. Overload relays shall be time-delay induction type with adjustable setting of 10% to 200% &
adjustable time device which shall open the contacts when overload occurs.

b. Earth leakage relays shall be instantaneous induction type with adjustable setting of 10% to 40% &
connected to the residual circuit of the current transformers accompanied to each phase which
shall open the contacts of the circuit breaker when earth leakage occurs up to the allowable limit
as set.

11.0 INSTRUMENTS

Indicating instruments shall be to BS 89 & shall be of the moving iron, pivotless round or square dial,
blush mounted type with a minimum facial diameter of 4 ins. & of dead beat movement. Indicating
dials shall be white black markings.

The markings shall be of such material that no peeling or discolouration will take place with age
under humid tropical conditions. Ammeter ratings shall be for 5 amp secondaries & full scale
deflection burden not more than 3 VA. All instruments shall be mounted in sheet steel housings for
flush mounting when the hinged door is closed.

12.0 CURRENT TRANSFORMER

Current transformers shall have the ratio specified & shall have secondary windings rated 5 amps.
All current transformers shall be according to BS 3980 : 1965, 15VA & Class C for measuring types
& Class S10 for protection. Ratio’s shall be as detailed in the requirements on the drawings. Current
transformers shall be capable of withstanding short circuit current not less than 13.5KA for 0.5
seconds. Unless otherwise be encapsulated in cast epoxy resin & primary windings shall be bar
type. Each C.T. shall carry a name plate with rating, ratio & other details indelibly marked thereon.

13.0 NEON POTENTIAL INDICATORS

Incoming supply panels shall be equipped with neon potential indicators to indicate whether each
phase on the circuit side of the panel is alive.

14.0 CABLE BOXES AND INSULATING COMPOUND

Insulating compound for all cable boxes shall be supplied & included in this contract. The compound
may be of bituminous or resin type material complying with BS 1858 & shall not be brittle or
sufficiently soft to flow under any conditions encountered in service.

Cable boxes & terminations supplied shall accommodate all appropriate types of cables specified in
this work

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15.0 ANTI CONDENSATION HEATERS

Anti condensation heaters shall be supplied and fitted suitable for operation at 240V A. C. at both
ends of switchboards.

16.0 METERING

The contractor shall consult with the supply authorities in respect of meriting arrangement for Main
Switchboard & supply a metering panel complete with connection accessories for each transformer
supply switchboard. The meter panel shall be wall mounted size to supply authority requirements &
of the same colour & material as the main switchboard.

17.0 EARTHING

All triburcating boxes, auxiliary wiring connector boxes & switches shall be bonded effectively to
earth by annealed copper tape 1” x 1/8 together with the main switchboard framework in accordance
to Section on “Earthing” of this specification. At the incoming terminating cable box, an earth clamp
shall be supplied & installed.

18.0 LABELS AND DRAWINGS

Labels of approved pattern & design shall be fitted on the outside of each gear. These shall be
reversed engraved on plastic material to the Engineer’s instructions. A neat drawing showing the
single line circuiting arrangement shall be supplied by the Contractor & framed & displayed in the
main switch room & another mounted in a suitable plastic holder to the inside of the switchboard.

19.0 SPARE MCCB/MCB/FUSES

Ten spares for each rating of MCCB/MCB/Fuses shall be supplied & handed over on practical
completion of the installation.

20.0 TEST CERTIFICATE

All equipment shall be tested by an approved short circuit testing authority. Type test certificates for
exactly similar equipment will be acceptable.

21.0 DANGER SIGNS, FIRST AID CHART AND FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

Supply and install the followings:-

a. appropriate danger signs on switchboards & on entry doors to each switch room.
b. one framed copy of the “First Aid Chart” for electrical shocks in each switch room.
c. two (2) nos. 3 lb. BCF extinguisher hung on each switch room walls.
d. one (1) no. rubber mat, ½” thick the whole length of each switchboard unbroken to safety
regulation requirements.

22.0 FIRST-AID KIT, TOOLS AND SPARES

In addition to Clause E2.25 above, the following items must be supplied by the Contractor for each
of the main L.T. Switch rooms.
a. 1 set of tools for servicing ACBs
b. 1 set of First-Aid Kit
c. 1 set of portable air respiration kit complete with mouth piece
d. 1 set of L.T. discharge rod with neon indicator light.
e. 1 dozen of spare signal indicator lamps.

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DISTRIBUTION BOARDS
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1.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Distribution Boards for lighting & power Meter Panel shall be supplied & installed. The distribution
boards & Meter Panels required for completion of system shall be of the totally enclosed metal clad
type suitable for wall surface and/or recessed mounting with neat appearance. They shall be of a
standardized design, type tested to comply with the British Standard BS 214 & 4649, multi-way
neutral bar, earth bar & the construction of the boards shall be specified.

The rating & types of circuit breakers to be supplied with each distribution boards, together with the
number of poles, the circuits to which the number of lighting & power outlets are to be connected,
shall be in accordance with I.E.E. regulation for building & local authority regulations & spare ways,
of 30% or 12 single poles whichever is greater shall be allowed for all distribution boards.

2.0 DISTRIBUTION BOARDS

a. Each distribution board shall be manufactured from cold rolled commercial bright mild steel. The
steel sheets shall be supplied for manufacture of these boards flat, free from dents, rust, scale &
other blemishes. The minimum thickness of the mild steel sheets shall be 14 S.W.G. Knockouts
shall be provided in both top, bottom & sides of the steel enclosure.

b. Suitable type escutcheon plate made of mild steel sheets shall be provided for each distribution
board hinged to the main cabinet. Edges of the escutcheon plate shall be lipped, returned or
welded to an angle frame. Raw edges of metal will not be accepted. Escutcheon plate shall be
fastened to the cabinet on the free side by either captive screws or suitable spring clips.

c. Each distribution board shall be provided with a lockable door & fitted to the cabinet with
concealed type hinges.

The distribution board shall be finished first with an etch type reust inhibiting primer & then with 2
coats of air-drying indoor lacquer for the exterior & interior surfaces.

3.0 BUS-BARS AND CABLE DUCTS

a. The bus-bars & current carrying parts shall be sized & supported in compliance with BS 159.
The bus-bar sizes & support spacing shSall be installed to withstand fault conditions as required
for safe operation.

b. Current carrying parts of bus-bars shall be of lector-tinned high conductivity, hard drawn copper,
with a maximum current density of 10000 amps per sq. in.

c. The bus-bars shall have a current carrying capacity appropriate for the maximum demand
current for the distribution board. The minimum bus-bar sized shall not be less than 0.5 in. x
0.125 in. or equivalent cross sectional area.

Where the cross sectional area is reduced by drilling to take off lugs, the tongues or lugs shall
be brazed or satisfactorily fastened in position so as to maintain the conductivity of the bus-bar.

d. The bus-bars arrangement shall be such that a double or a triple pole circuit breaker can be
replaced with 3 single pole breakers & vice versa, without alterations to bus-bar connections or
breaker mounting fixtures.

e. The whole bus-bar, including tongues, shall be insulated by P.V.C. or other themoplactic
material in a 2 stage coating. The first coating shall be of a colour which can be easily
distinguished from the final coat, which shall be of appropriate phase colour. The insulation shall
be subjected to a resistance test as follows:-

The insulated bus-bar shall be immersed in water without covering the bus-bar conductor for a
period of 16 hours & while still immersed in water, the insulation resistance between the water &
the bus-bar shall be tested with a 500 volt megger. If the insulation resistance is more than 1
mega ohm, the insulation shall be deemed to satisfactory”.

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f. The insulation shall be minimum thickness of 0.03 inch. (0.7mm) film, free from cracks, blow
holes and with no sign of deterioration. Circuit breakers & fuses shall be fitted to the tongues by
stripping the P.V.C. only as far as it is necessary to make connection. Spare tongues (i.e. where
circuit breakers have been omitted shall be left coated.

g. A plastic duct with a removal plastic cover shall be provided next to each circuit breaker for
outgoing circuit wiring. This plastic duct shall extend over the full width of the cabinet & shall
have entries punched or drilled to match the equipment mounted on the panel. Cross sectional
area of the plastic duct shall be sufficient to accommodate all outgoing circuit cables in
accordance with Wiring regulations.

h. A cable way shall be provided on all sides of the distribution to allow for wiring of incoming &
outgoing circuits. Minimum size of each cable way shall be 12 square inches cross-section area,
however, in each case the area shall be sufficient to meet Supply Authority’s Regulations
regarding number of cables in a duct for the maximum number of cables possible in the
particular distribution board.

i. A neutral link and earth bar of adequate size shall be provided in each distribution board. multi-
way neutral bars shall have at each entry 2 pinch grip screws for connection of neutral wires.

4.0 CIRCUIT BREAKERS (MOULDED CASE AND MINIATURE)

a. The design, manufacture, ratings, & testing of the circuit breakers shall comply with the BS 3871
Parts I & II.

b. Circuit breakers shall be of the Westinghouse type, or approved equivalent, with positive visual
signaling when in the “tripped” position. Circuit breakers shall be of magnetic-hydraulic tripping
mechanism or the thermal & magnetic type with quick break toggle action, & shall have constant
characteristics irrespective of the physical plane in which they are mounted. They shall include
efficient arc-interrupting divices of the de-ion type. The fixed & moving contacts of the circuit
breakers shall be of high conductivity non-welding alloys. The 3 phase circuit breakers shall
have a common trip device so that tripping of 1 phase will cause all the poles to open. Trip-free
mechanism shall also be incorporated on all circuit breakers shall suitably treated to resist
corrosion throughout the life of the breaker.

c. The circuit breakers shall be calibrated at 40C & shall include temperature compensation
independent of ambient condition. The contacts shall be of “Quick Make, Quick Break”
mechanism.

d. The minimum interrupting capacity in RMS Symmetrical Amps of circuit breakers shall be in
accordance with the system design requirements & the following requirements whichever is
greater:-
i. All lighting 240V single phase, AC, circuit breakers rated 10 Amps or less - 5,000 Amps.
ii. All power circuit, 240V single phase, AC, circuit breaker rated 30 Amps or less 10,000 Amps.
iii. All 3 phase, 415V, AC, circuit breaker rated less than 60 - 14,000 Amps.
iv. All 3 phase, 415V, AC circuit breaker rated 60 to 150 Amps - 22,000 Amps.
v. All 3 phase, 415V, AC, circuit breaker rated above 150 Amps - 30,000 Amps.

e. Where remote or special tripping is required, the circuit breakers shall be of the shunt trip type
as specified.

f. Where circuit breakers are for protection of cables feeding motor or inductive load, the circuit
breakers shall have a delayed characteristic to meet with the instantaneous rise of current in
starting or switching on of the load.

g. Circuit breakers shall be firmly mounted to the cabinet by fixing independent of terminal studs.
They shall be connected to the supply by copper bus-bar with cross connected take off lugs of
minimum size 0.5 in. x 0.64 in. The take off lugs shall be brazed of suitably pressured reverted
to the bus-bar. The exposed terminal lugs shall be insulated with phenolis fibre to prevent
accidental contacts with live terminals.

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5.0 MINIATURE CIRCUIT BREAKERS

Miniature circuit breakers shall be mounted on insulating panels fixed to brackets welded to the
cabinet framing.

The rating of the miniature circuit breakers shall be as specified or as indicated, & the AC rated short
capacity shall be :-
a. 6.0 KA for current rating of 5 amps and above.

6.0 FUSES

Approval type high rupturing capacity fuses complying with BS 88 shall be supplied, complete with
fuse bases & carriers.

7.0 ON-LOAD ISOLATOR

On load isolator where specified, shall be of the quick make & break mechanism with fixed, shroud
contacts. Where used with distribution boards, suitably sized lugs or copper tongues shall be used
for the connection between the isolator & the main bus-bars. Clip connections shall not be permitted.
Each isolator shall be capable of load breaking at minimum 3 times the rated current at 0.85 power
factor & shall comply to BS 861 Part suitable for operating under stalled rotor conditions. An
interlocking mechanism shall be provided such that access to inside of enclosure cannot be made
unless isolator is in “OFF” position.

8.0 BALANCE OF LOAD

The Contractor shall balance the loads of the installation, at each individual distribution board over
the 3 phases of supply, as far as practicable in accordance with the Schedules of Distribution Board
Equipment. However, should the electrical loads be found to be unevenly distributed, the contractor
shall re-arrange the final sub-circuits to obtain the balance to the approval of the Engineer & the
local Supply Authority.

9.0 IDENTIFICATION

Metal anodized, self adhesive labels shall be fitted to identify circuit breakers on each distribution
board. Card holders made of durable material shall be supplied & mounted inside the door of each
distribution for the circuit identification schedules. The circuit identification schedule shall contain
tabulation of circuits wire, fuse or circuit breaker sizes & equipment connected to the circuits. The
schedule shall be neatly typed & enclose din a clear plastic envelope & fitted in the card holder in
each distribution boards.

The distribution board shall be properly designated by labels of plastic material with reversed engraving

10.0 INSTALLATION OF DISTRIBUTION BOARDS

Distribution Boards for lighting and power shall be installed on walls by means of rag-bolts or raw
bolts (including nuts & washers) of sufficient length & gauge to withstand the weight of Boards &
cables connected to the Boards. Under no circumstances shall raw plugs or wood-screws be utilized
for the installation of Distribution Boards.

All Distribution Boards shall be drilled for cable entry & exit by the Contractor. Where conduit wiring
is utilized, holes of sufficient diameter to suit the sizes of conduits concerned shall be drilled.
Termination of conduits within Boars shall be by means of conduit lock-nuts & female brass bushes,
or conduit sockets & make brass bushes, whichever is preferred by the Contractor to suit the
particular situation. Insulated type bushed of bakelite, PVC or other similar material, may not be
utilized for the termination of conduits within Distribution Boards.

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11.0 RESIDUAL CURRENT CIRCUIT BREAKERS (RCCB)

Where residual current circuit breakers are specified the following applies.

To provide earth leakage protection, current operated residual current circuit breakers shall be
supplied & installed where indicated on the drawings. The RCCB shall be capable of 3 protective
functions. These are protection against earth leakage, over-current & short circuit protection in a
single unit compactly built in a moulded case.

Where it is not possible to have these protection features incorporated into a single unit, separate
MCB or MCCB of adequate size shall be included to be used in conjunction with the RCCB for short
circuit & over-current protection.

The earth leakage tripping device uses either a holding magnet or solid state amplifier or earth fault
relay & connections which are highly efficient & quick to response to earth fault. All RCCB shall be
provided with test push button for checking of operation of tripping device. Selection of RCCB shall
take into consideration the protection co-ordination for selective interruptions in respect of operating
time & sensitivity.

The Characteristics of the RCCB are as follows: -

a. Two (2) Poles - 240 Volts A.C.

Rated Current 30A 40A 60A 100A

Rated Voltage 240A 240A 240A 240A
Rated Sensitivity Current (mA) 100 100 100 100
Rated Non-Tripping Current (mA) 15 15 15 15
Tripping Time (Sec) Below 0.1 Sec
Interrupting Capacity 1.5 1.5 5.0 7.5
* 10 mA for hand tool

b. 3 and 4 Poles - 415 Volt A.C.

Rated Current 40A 60A 100A 125A 150A 200A 225A

Rated Voltage 415 Volts
Rated Sensitivity Current (mA) 300 300 300 300 300 300 300
Rated Non-Tripping Current (mA) 15 15 50 50 50 50 50
Tripping Time (Sec) Below 0.1 Below 0.3
Interrupting Capacity 2.5 2.5 5 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5
* 30 mA for hand tool

12.0 CONTACTORS

a. Contractors used in conjunction with distribution boards or housed separately to distribution

boards shall be to the following specification. The contractors to be used shall be of robust
design complying to BS 755 Part I.

The basic contractor shall be 2, 4, 6 or 8 pole contractor. Contacts shall be of the double break
renewable butt type with each moving contact being individually spring loaded. Both the moving
& fixed contacts are to be free from contact bounce & sticking of the fixed & moving contacts.
Other features required shall be :-
i. Vacuum impregnated contractor & magnet coil.
ii. Minimum switching frequency per hour is 30 operations per hour.
iii. Minimum service life 13 x 10 million operations.
iv. Utilization category AC 3
v. The contact shall be fully shrouded with porcelain/moulded arching chute.
vi. The minimum rating for the contacts shall be in accordance with circuit rating.
vii. The number of auxiliary contacts required for the system.

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c. Contractor Coil

The contractor coils shall be vacuum impressured on moulded formers, the coil operating
voltage shall be 240V AC 50 Hz or 110 V DC for each system. The coil shall be designed to
operate satisfactorily from -15% to +10% of the nominal voltage (i.e. 85% - 110%) respectively
for continuous operation.

d. Lighting Contractors

General requirements for lighting contractors shall be similar to description for “Contractors”.
The contractors to be used for remote control lighting shall be mechanical held latching
contractors suitable for tungsten, fluorescent, mercury arc & other lighting load. The contacts
shall be suitable for the high in-rush current of the lighting load. Contractors shall be 4, 6 or 8
poles rated at 15A, 20A, 30A, 60A, 100A, 150A & 200A SPN & TPN as required.

Energizing of the contactor coil will cause the contacts to close. The mechanical latch will hold
all contacts switched after removal of power from the coil. Energizing of latching release coil will
result in all contacts switching back to their original state.

Both coil are to be continuously rated. The contacts shall be silver alloy double break type,
totally enclosed rated for continuous duty at full load.
Addition auxiliary contacts with minimum of 2 nos. normally open & 2 nos. normally closed
contacts shall be provided for local/remote indication, control & signaling.

13.0 CONTROL RELAYS

a. The control relays used for control of lighting as interposing relays shall be of heavy duty type in
which the contacts & coil are housed in a dust & moisture proof cover. The relays are designed
for mounting on a multi-pin base for plug into sockets. The relays shall be designed for multi-
pole switching 2 N/C, 2 N/O at 24 V DC. Two or more relays can be connected in parallel to
make up the required number of contacts. The relays shall be of the mechanically held type
latching relay with two magnet coils.

The latching coil latches the contacts in one position, the second coil release them to return to
normal.

The mechanical latch will hold all contacts switch after loss or disconnection of power. The relay
operated on momentary pulse to either coil to turn “ON” or “OFF”.

b. Contacts

The relay contacts shall have the following characteristic: -

i. Contract material : Silver cadmium oxide
ii. Voltage rating : 240V
iii. Load rating : 5 Ampx resistive load
iv. Switching frequency : Minimum 20 operations per hour
v. Mechanical life : Minimum 3 x 10 operations.

c. Coil

The requirements for the coils shall be: -

i. Duty : Continuous rated
ii. Operating Voltage : 24V DC
iii. Voltage range : +10% and - 15% of nominal voltage

The pin bases & sockets shall be keyed to prevent interchange of different relay types. Each
relay shall be permanently labeled to indicate the type of coil, contact rating & duty.

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14.0 AUXILIARY CONTACTS/SWITCHES

Auxiliary contractor/relay & alarm switches of normally open & normally closed contacts shall be
provided for indication, metering, protection, control and signaling.

All auxiliary contacts are to be wired up to a terminal board properly terminated & labeled
irrespective whether all contacts are fully used or not.

The contacts shall be of robust construction to give positive action.

15.0 TERMINAL BLOCK

Provide terminal block for the interconnection of all parts. The terminal block to be used shall be of
heavy duty industrial type made of either thermoplastic or nylon material. The insulation shall be
rated at not less than 440V with the terminal studs are to be provided with nuts, screws, washers,
lock-out nuts, lock out washers, etc.

At each floor riser duct & distribution board position provide a terminal box with adequate terminal
block for the termination and connection of all control wires.

16.0 CONTROL FUSES

The control fuses shall be of the non renewable HRC ferrule cap type complying with BS 1361
(1971) 240V AC. The fuse carriers shall be of insulated moulded plastic or porcelain.

17.0 SELECTOR SWITCH

The selector switch shall be of the rotary change over type with the required positions indicator with
center indicating “OFF”. The isolator shall have a semi flush moulded plastic front plate having either
one pole or three poles. The switch contact shall have a minimum rating of 15A at 415V.

18.0 PUSH BUTTON AND PILOT LIGHT INDICATOR

The push button & pilot light to be provided shall be of heavy duty, oil tight & of robust construction.

Push button operators are to be of the non retaining type made of non hygroscopic material, & shall
not have any possibility of sticking. The push button shall be of flush mounting.

The pilot light indicator lamps shall be suitable for indoor use with dust tight enclosure. The pilot light
shall be the same dimension as the push button operator. Lamps are to easily removed from the
front of the panel without using use of any extractor. Lamps are to be of clear type & fitted into an
approved form of lamp holder.

The lamp shall be rated at minimum 240/24V at 2 watts to suit the voltage supply. The lenses to be
used shall be of standard colour made of tough plastic. The colour of the lenses to be supplied shall
be selected by the Engineer.

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1.0 GENERAL

a. Reticulation Sub-mains throughout the site shall incorporate L.T. Submains from Main L.T.
Switchboards to the sub-switch boards & equipment located & from sub-switch boards to
distribution boards/equipment.
b. The single line wiring diagrams indicate the type & size of reticulation mains & sub-mains
required to be used for the various services. This work shall be carried to the approval of the
Supply Authority & in accordance with the requirements of the specification.
c. L.T. cables shall be suitable for a supply voltage of :-
(i) 415v three phase and
Paper insulated armoured/non-armoured cables shall be to BS 480 Part 1 & Bs 6480 shall
be suitable for working pressure of 600/1000 volt grade.
Busbars in trunking shall be of copper complying to BS 158 and BS 159.
PVC insulated cables shall be to BS 6004 & BS 2746 & shall be 660V grade type.
PVC armoured cables shall be to BS 6346 and shall be 660V grade type.
d. Termination shall be covered with PVC sleeving where necessary. Connections to switches,
circuit breakers, neutral & earthing bars shall be made using approved lugs suitable for the type
& size of cables installed.
e. The installation of the mains & sub-mains shall be carried out in accordance with the specified
requirements for each type of cable. The cables shall be installed in cable trenches, ducts & on
cable ladder, tray, trunking as shown on drawings & as specified in this specification.
f. The Contractor shall provide all cable ladders, trays, trunkings, conduits, supports, hangers &
wiring accessories necessary for the proper functioning of the installations to comply with the
IEE Wiring Regulations & to the approval of the Engineers.

2.0 PVC INSULATED AND PVC SHEATHED CABLE

a. Where the specification calls for the use of tough plastic sheathed PVC insulated cables, the
abbreviation PVC/PVC shall apply & will be used in the specification & schedules to designate
this type of cable.
Where PVC cables are specified to be used they shall be enclosed in steel conduits or metal
trunking.
Changes in any circuit wiring from PVC/PVC to un-sheathed cables will not be permitted.
b. Where PVC cables are specified on L.T. side for final take-off to distribution boards & for sub-
mains as shown on the wiring diagrams, they shall be PVC cables in separate conduits or
trunking. PVC cables of appropriate grade & rating manufactured in compliance with the
relevant British Standards shall be installed giving consideration to the conduit or trunking sizes
where applicable.
c. The minimum sizes of submains conductors from Main Switchboards to Distribution Boards to be
used shall be 10mm². All wiring shall be carried out strictly in accordance with the IEE Wiring
Regulations & shall be to the approval of the Electricity Supply Authority & of the Engineers. Where
sizes are specified, no reduction in the sizes of cables listed in the specification will be permitted.
Where sizes to capacity are to be designed, the Contractor shall ensure that the cables he designed
& to install will satisfy the voltage drop requirements of the local Electricity Supply Authority.
d. All cables shall be brought to the site in their original packages with labels intact, otherwise they
shall be liable to rejection. All cables in which kinks or abrasions of the insulation occur will be
condemned & shall be replaced by new cable by the Contractor at his own expense. The
Contractor shall provide & use the necessary handling equipment & tools to enable the cables to
be installed without damage. If, in the opinion of the Engineers, the installation is being carried
out without the correct equipment & labour, the Engineers shall suspend further work until
suitable equipment & labour is made available. Such suspension of work shall not be grounds
for any extension of time for the completion of this contract.

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e. Wiring shall not be drawn into a conduit system until all burrs & ends of conduits have been
reamed & all foreign matter removed from inside the conduit by swabbing out each section.
Jointing of PVC cables are not permitted unless otherwise approved by the Engineers.
f. PVC Cables shall be installed giving consideration to the conduit or trunking sizes. A space
factor of 45% shall be allowed in all instances. PVC submains cable if feeding different boards
and/or different equipment shall not be drawn in the same conduit & in the case of trunking, a
metal barrier shall be installed separating each set of sub-mains. DC supply cables shall be run
separate from AC supply cables.
Sub-mains cables from different transformers/main switchboard & standby generator source
shall not be drawn in the same conduit or trunking or even trunking with barrier.
g. For identical purpose, all L.T. trunkings & conduits or circuits with standby supply shall be
painted orange with two inches signal red band at every bend, every four feet run & at each end.
The trunking/conduits for L.T. sub-main from different transformer supply shall be colour coded
or label at each end for identification.
h. Where PVC cable tap-off system are used & connection is required for tap-off, the cable
insulation is stripped off and the connection is made by means of special insulated clamps &
leads to the circuit breaker tap-off box which is bolted on to the trunking. The MCCB shall have
an interrupting capacity of not less than 15,000 amps. RMS symmetrical.

3.0 PVC ARMOURED CABLE INSTALLATION

a. Jointing of PVC insulated steel wire armoured cables shall be carried out by accredited & fully
experienced jointers & evidence of this shall be produced to the satisfaction of the Engineers
before jointing commence.
b. At terminal sealing boxes, cable cores shall be carried through unbroken to apparatus terminals &
cores shall be sweated solid where they pass through cast resin. All joint boxes, jointing materials
& tools shall be of the type recommended & manufactured by the cable manufacturers. All joints
which are buried in the ground shall be compound filled. The design of the box & the composition
shall provide an effective seal to prevent moisture gaining access to the conductor ferrules and
armour clamps.
c. Provision shall be made for earthing the wire armour to the main electrode at the supply end by
means of metallic bond of adequate conductance & the bonding connection should be as short
& straight as possible. The wire armouring shall be maintained electrically continuous & careful
attention shall be paid to the design of all bonding clamps in joints & termination to ensure that
the resistance across a clamp is not higher than that of the equivalent length of the complete
wire armour of the cable. The conductance of the carcase of the cast iron box is normally
sufficient for this purpose but, where it falls short, an auxiliary metallic bond shall be included.
d. The design of compression glands is such that the cable is not twisted when the glang is
tightened. They are to provide facilities for the efficient bonding & termination of the armour wire
& are to project at least 3/4” into the termination box so that any condensation collected on the
inner surfaces of the boxes cannot flow down between the cable cores. Where anti-
condensation heaters are not fitted, drain holes are to be provided. It should be possible to erect
& dismantle any cable compression gland without the use of special tools.
e. Cable armouring of the cable may be used as earth-continuity conductor (e.c.c.) but for large
size cables additional copper e.c.c. be added as follows :-
Cable Size Additional E.C.C. Required
1. 16 sq. mm. 1.5 sq. mm.
2. 25 sq. mm. 1.5 sq. mm.
3. 35 sq. mm. 6.0 sq. mm.
4. 50 sq. mm. 16.0 sq. mm.
The additional e.c.c. shall have adequate protection form mechanical damage. However, if
adequate means of carrying a fault current are provided e.g. effectively earthing both ends of a
cable, then the Engineers may at his discretion dispense away with the above requirements.

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4.0 UNDERGROUND CABLING

Where underground cabling is specified the Contractor shall ensure that the installation complies
with this specification & the relevant regulations of the Supply Authority.
4.1 Cables Enclosed in Conduits or Pipes

Rubber insulated cable having oil-resisting & flame-retardant or h.o.f.e. sheath in heavy gauge G.I.
conduit or galvanized steel pipe or thermoplastic conduit provided the metallic conduits & pipes shall
not be used as an earth continuity conductor.

4.2 Cables not Enclosed

a. P.V.C. insulated, P.V.C. sheathed & armoured cables of the underground type
b. Double insulated, neutral screened cables having a sheathing or insulation.
c. Paper insulated, lead covered, armoured cables.
d. PVC insulated cables having an approved bedding, armouring & sheathing.

4.3 Cables in Brick/Concrete Trench

a. PVC/PVC or rubber insulated cable having oil-resisting & flame retardant or h.o.f.e. sheath in
heavy gauge G.I. conduit or galvanized steel pipe or thermoplastic conduit provided the metallic
conduit & pipes shall not be used as an earth continuity conductor.
b. PVC/SWA/PVC with fine sand surrounding it or on cable bracket.
c. Paper insulated, lead covered & served or armoured & served in fine sand or cable bracket.
d. Metal-sheathed & served underground cable or mineral insulated copper-sheathed cable having
an overall extruded covering of PVC to be laid on cable bracket & with mechanical protection by
cover.

4.4 Depth Below Normal Ground Surfaces

a. Underground consumer’s mains & sub-mains shall be installed at a minimum depth of 30 inches.
b. Underground cable systems beneath trafficable roadways shall be installed at a minimum depth
of 24 inches.
c. Underground cable systems in all other locations shall be installed at minimum depth of 18 inches.

4.5 Depth Below Concrete Paved Areas

a. Cables enclosed in galvanized metal pipe or asbestos cement water pipe may be installed
directly beneath continuous concrete paved areas and driveways.
b. Armoured cables not enclosed shall be installed at a minimum depth of 18 inches below the
paved areas & driveways.

4.6 Installation and Protection of Underground Cables Laid in Dug-out Trenches

a. Underground wiring systems enclosed in galvanized water pipe or asbestos cements water pipe,
or chased into rock & shall be covered with concrete.
b. Underground wiring systems which are directly laid in dug-out trench shall be protected by sand &
concrete slabs. The trench shall be cleared of all rocks, stones, other hard or sharp objects & a
layer of clean sand not less than 3 inches thick shall be laid along the bottom of the trench. The
cables shall be laid on this sand bed & subsequently covered with similar clean sand to a
thickness of 3 inches above the top of the cables. Precast concrete slabs having a thickness of not
less 1½ inches & a compressive strength of 2000 p.s.i. shall be placed not more than 3 inches
above the wiring system. The concrete slabs shall be wide enough to overlap the wiring system by
at least 1½ inches at each side.

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c. Trenches shall be drained or pumped dry of all water before any sand or cables are installed.
d. Trenches shall be back-filled on top of the concrete protective slab using fine clean dry top soil
placed in layers 6 inches thick, each layer being well rammed & consolidated. The filling shall be
left level or slightly crowned with the surrounding ground surface & where a trench cuts a road or
paved area the surface shall be restored to its original condition. Any subsidence of the cable
trench shall be made good during the maintenance period.
e. Underground cables to be installed under concrete patios, paths & drives shall be enclosed in
cable ducts.
f. All necessary excavation, sand, concrete slabs, back filling shall be provided by the electrical
contractor.

4.7 Marking of Underground Cables

Markers shall be supplied & installed for all cables laid in dug-out trenches & shall consist of a Flush
type H.V. or L.V. direction indicators. Unless otherwise shown on the drawing, markers shall be
spaced maximum of 100 ft. apart & at all places where the changes direction.
Flush type warning marks shall be set in a concrete base 1 ft. 9 in. square & 8 inches deep placed
in the ground directly above the cable with approximately 1 inch projecting above the surface. Where
markers are set in footpaths, roadways, taxiways, etc., they shall be flushed with the surface.
Concrete bases neatly laid with the wet concrete “floated” to the top of the beveled edge of the flush
indicate the particular cables marked direction of the run.

4.8 Installation and Protection of Underground Cables in Brick/Concrete Trench

Underground cables in brick/concrete trenches shall be either installed with clean sand surrounding
the cables or installed on cable bracket supported at the side of the trench as indicated in the
drawing.
a. The brick/concrete trenches shall be cleared of all rocks, stones, other had or sharp objects &
washed before a layer of clean sand not less than 3 inches thick are laid along the bottom of the
trench. The cables shall be laid on this sand bed & subsequently covered with clean sand to a
thickness of 3 inches above the top of the cables. Subsequent back filling of the trenches &
cover shall be undertaken by the Contractor. Any damages of cables installed due to back filling
works shall be replaced by the Contractor at his own expenses.
b. For cables installation on cable bracket in trenches, the trench shall also be cleaned & washed
by the Contractor before he proceeds to install the cable brackets & cables.
c. Partitioning or barrier in the trenches separating different voltage & system of cables & cables
brackets in the trenches shall be the responsibility of the Contractor unless otherwise stated in
the drawings.

5.0 BUS BAR TRUNKING

5.1 General

Vertical & horizontal feeder bus-bars & horizontal & vertical plug-in type bus-bars trunking shall be
supplied & installed as indicated on the he drawings. The bus-bars trunking shall be suitable for 415
volts, 3 phase, 4 wire (full neutral), 50 Hz, A.C. capable of carrying the rated current as indicated. It
shall be a low impedance, totally enclosed for protection against mechanical damage & duct
accumulation & of indoor type of slim design occupying a minimum space. Perforated ventilating
type is not acceptable. It shall be capable of mounting in any position without any de-rating. The
complete installation shall be coordinated throughout the whole length of the trunking. Site
measurements shall be made by the Contractor prior to fabrication of busbar trunkings.

5.2 Approval

All materials and installation shall comply with relevant standards of IEE, NEMA, BSS. Underwriter’s
Laboratory & the requirements of the Chief Electrical Inspectorate (Malaysia) & Supply Authority.

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6.0 TRUNKING

a. Metal trunking shall be galvanized on both internal, & external surfaces & manufactured in zinc
coated, mild steel sheet. Unless otherwise stated, sizes 4” x 4” or smaller shall be 18 S.W.G. 6”
x 3” & larger shall be 16 S.W.G. The trunking shall normally be supplied in 6 ft. or 8 ft. length
with a sleeve type coupling & external earth bonding link of copper.
Bends & tee junctions shall be fitted with removable flat covers. All inside edges shall be smooth
& provision shall be made to prevent abrasion at ends.
b. Individual length of trunking shall be adequately supported or rigidly fixed throughout its length.
Where it is suspended, the suspension shall be rigid & the suspension point of the trunking
reinforced if necessary. In no circumstances shall visible sag be observed when loaded with cables.
c. Bus-Bars
The bus-bars shall be constructed of high strength 98% pure copper & suitably plated. Each
bus-bar of rounded or rounded edge rectangular section shall be insulated with high
temperature polyester film & fibre glass tape throughout its length except at joints & contact
surfaces. The temperature rise at any point in the bus-bar shall not exceed 55C rise above the
ambient of 40C when operated at the rated current.
d. The bus-bar section joint shall permit safe, practical testing of its tightness without de-energizing
the run. This joint shall be single bolt pressure design providing optimum electrical contact &
mechanical strength. For tightening & inspection of the joint, access need only be made to one
side of the trunking. Any one section of the trunking can be removed without disturbing the
adjacent trunkings.
e. Voltage Drop
The line to line voltage drop in the feeder bus-bar trunking for concentrated load at the end & at
rated current shall not exceed 2.4 volt per hundred feet at 40% power factor & shall not exceed
3.5 volt per hundred feet at unity power factor which produces maximum voltage drop in the
bus-bar. The voltage drop for plug-in type bus-bar shall not exceed 2.0 voltage per hundred feet
at 0.85 power factor.
f. Short Circuit Rating
The short circuit rating of the feeder bus-bar & from the main switchboard shall be 43,000 Amp
RMS symmetrical (minimum). Short circuit rating for plug-in-bus-bar trunking shall be 30,000
Amp RMS symmetrical (minimum).
Both the feeder and plug-in type bus-bars shall be braced to withstand the maximum available
short circuit current.
g. Bus-Bar Mounting
Horizontal bus-bar shall be rigidly supported in accordance to manufacturer’s recommendation
with a maximum spacing of not more than 10 ft between supports. Vertical bus-bars trunking
shall be provided with supports for each floor as indicated on the drawings or as recommended
by the manufacturer.
h. Fire Barriers
Fire barriers of minimum four hour rating shall be installed in trunking passing through floors &
fire walls.
i. Expansion Joint
Adequate flexible expansion joint shall be provided to all trunkings to allow for expansion &
contraction.
For trunkings traversing through the podium floating floor slabs special flexible joints shall be
used to allow for section of bus trunking to move due to floor settlement in relation to the fixed
portion of the trunkings.
j. Plug-In Openings
For horizontal & vertical bus-bar trunking, there shall be a minimum of six tap-off openings ever
10 feet. Unused tap-off opening shall be covered & locked with special locking device.

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k. Plug-In Tap-Off Unit
Where indicated, supply & install plug-in tap-off unit of the required rating suitable for the type of
bus trunking offered.
The plug-in unit shall consist of moulded case circuit breaker (as specified in Clause E2.8)
mounted in a box with individual spring loaded jaws for each phase protruding from the back of the
enclosure for plug-in into the bus trunking. Proper contact pressure is maintained by the connection.
The unit is mechanically interlocked with bus trunking to prevent their installation or removal of
the plug-in unit whole the switch is in the “ON” position. The covers of the plug-in unit is also
interlocked to prevent the cover form opening while the switch is in the “ON” position so as to
prevent accidental closing of the switch while the cover is in the open position.
The plug-in enclosure shall make positive contact with the earth-bar before the joint make
contact with the bus-bars to ensure proper earthing of the bus trunking.
An operating handle is fixed on the outside of the enclosure for the switching operation. There
shall be provision for padlocking the unit in the “OFF” & “ON” position. The enclosure shall also
be capable to being sealed to prevent tampering of unmetered supply.
l. Earth Bars
An internal earth bar shall be integral with bus-bar trunkings & if internal earth-bars are not
available, an earth tape shall be run throughout the length of the trunking.
m. Auxiliary Relay
For vertical riser bus-bar, each tap-off unit shall be equipped with an auxiliary relay with 2 N/O
and 2 N/C for signal & alarm indication & provision of shunt trip where indicated. All control &
signal wirings shall be wired from each tap-off unit to a terminal box for connection to the
monitoring device.
n. Stop-End Unit
All feeder & plug-in bus-bar trunkings shall be terminated in a stop-end unit, which shall be same
metal & finished as the bus-bar trunking casing. The unit shall contain an insulating support to
enable the ends of the bus-bars to be properly supported & a copper earth continuity bar shall
be connected between the casing & stop end unit.
o. Trunkings & fittings shall have removable lids extending over their entire length. The lids shall be
made of the same materials, thickness of sheet metal & finished as that of the trunking. Bends &
tee junctions shall be fitted with removable flat cover.
p. trunking shall be run neatly on the surface of the building vertically or horizontally. Diagonal run
is not allowed.
Connection between adjacent length of trunking, tee or angle pieces shall be made by means of
butt joints. The trunking shall be mechanically & electrically continuous.
No Projection from screw or other sharp objects shall be allowed inside the trunking.
Connection between trunking and apparatus shall be by a screwed coupler & bush, or a
standard flange coupling or an adapter neck, fabricated or cast.
Under floor metal ducts shall only be provided as specified & shall comply with BS 174 in general.
Cable supports made of insulating, non-hygroscopic & non-combustible material shall be
provided for fixing the cable wherever necessary.
The space factor for cables installed in trunking shall be in accordance with the I.E.E.
Regulations & shall not exceed 45%.
Cable in trunking shall be PVC insulated. When cable penetrates through holes in the trunking,
the holes shall be fitted with rubber grommets or insulated bushes.
Cables of different voltage levels can run in the same trunking provided they are effectively
segregated by means of rigidly fixed partition or metal barrier.
Trunking used as rising main shall be provided with suitable cable, clips, tee off flange,
suspension unit and fire barrier wherever appropriate.

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7.0 CABLE TRAY

All cable trays shall be manufactured from mild steel & shall be hot dipped galvanized finish after
perforation.
Straight cable trays shall be supplied in 6’ -0” length.

All cables trays shall be effectively bonded to earth with a suitably size copper tape running
continuously for the whole length of the cable tray.

Widths of cable trays and accessories, thickness of steel, flanges on tray, bends or tees, shall be in
accordance with the table below:-
Width of Tray (in) Thickness of Steel (S.W.G.) Flange on Tray Bends
or Tees (in)
2 20 1/2
3 20 to 16 1/2
4 20 to 16 1/2
6 20 to 16 1/2
9 18 to 16 1/2
12 16 1/2
15 16 to 14 1/2
18 16 to 14 1/2
24 14 1/2
The cable tray shall be fixed or supported in the same manner as the cable trunking.
Saddles for securing cable to the tray shall be made from P.V.C. covered metal strip & shaped to the
form of the cables being secured.
The saddles shall be secured to the tray by means of non-corrosive cheese-headed screws & nuts.
The flanks of the screws shall not protrude beyond the nuts by more than 3 threads. Where saddles
exceed 6” in length, immediate fixing shall be provided such that the maximum spacing between
screws does not exceed 6”.

8.0 CABLE LADDER

All components of the cable ladder including supporting brackets shall be hot-dip galvanised to
BS EN ISO 1461:2009 hot dip galvanized coatings on fabricated iron and steel articles-
Specifications and Test Methods (ISO 1461:2009). The duty of the ladder shall be so selected in
relation to the load and length of span in order that the deflection of the ladder at mid-point of a
span is not greater than span/180.

Standard cable ladder supports, clamps securing strips, splices, risers, reducers, bends and
horizontal tees/crosses from the same manufacturer shall be provided. Cast aluminium cable
saddles shall be used to secure the cables at 1 metres interval at horizontal run and 0.6 metre
interval at vertical run.

A copper earthing tape of adequate size shall be installed for the entire length of the cable
ladder and effectively bonded to earth.

Working drawings showing details of materials, sizes mounting and routes for the cable ladder
installation must be provided for approval prior to commencement of installation.

Cable shall be installed on one layer only with adequate spacing between them to fix the cable
saddles. Multiple tie ladders shall be used for cable routes with large number of cables.

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This section of the specification covers the supply & installation of all wiring, accessories & equipment
necessary to complete the installation from distribution boards to the complete lighting or power outlet & to
provide service to equipment installed by other trades.

1.0 CABLES
a. Unless otherwise specified in the drawings and/or other part of specification, cables used for
the wiring systems shall be rated at 660 volts grade PVC insulated to BS 6004/6346. Before
installation verification must be made to ensure that voltage drops are within allowable limits in
accordance to the current I.E.E. Electricity Regulations in Building. Minimum sized cables for
lighting shall be 1.5mm² or equivalent & small power 2.5mm². or equivalent cables & colour
coded throughout in accordance to current I.E.E. Regulations in Building.
b. Cables shall be installed on the loop-in, loop-out principle, no connectors being used except at
junction boxes. Cables shall be colour coded throughout using red, yellow & blue for phase
wires & black for neutral. Essential wiring shall be white PVC insulated with each end having
phase colour coded sleeve.
c. The termination of cables with copper conductors up to 4mm² or equivalent shall generally be
made in tunnel type connectors, at switches & fittings. Other termination shall be made with
suitable size copper lugs or ferrules, sweated welded or crimped using proprietary lugs & an
approved crimping tool.

2.0 WIRING METHODS

All lighting, general power outlet and small equipment power wiring shall be carried out in E.I.
conduit & as far as possible be unexposed to sight, viz:- wiring in G.I. conduit concealed in walls,
underside of floor slabs, partitions, behind false ceilings, or concealed in other building works
wherever practical & appropriate.
Surface conduit wiring will be permitted only in Plant Rooms & areas approved by the Engineer.

3.0 CONDUIT WIRING

a. Wiring for lighting, power & extra low voltage circuits & wiring from different electrical source,
eg. transformers and/or with standby supply, shall be carried out in separate conduits.
b. Conduits & fittings shall be Class “B” steel screwed conduits throughout in compliance with the
requirements on this section. They shall be adequate size to permit the drawing in or removal
of the conductors while all others are in place. Size capacity of conduits shall be in
accordance with current I.E.E. Wiring Regulations.
c. Conduit termination at switch fuse, fuse board & conduit boxes without spouts shall be by
means of smooth bore brass or gun metal bush & couplers. Conduits in contact with steel
work shall have an efficient & permanent metallic bond made between them. Exposed conduit
openings shall be plugged effectively against the ingress of moisture & dirt until wiring is
drawn. At termination & joint a coat of anti rust paint shall be applied & on completion of the
installation, exposed conduits shall be painted with two coats of good quality approved paint to
match adjacent walls & ceilings.
d. Conduit installation shall be electrically & mechanically continuous so that cables are fully
protected & the system water tight. Resistance across joint shall be not more than 0.5 ohm
prior to pouring of concrete. Provision shall also be made to drain condensed moisture and/or
accumulated water.
e. All conduits shall be installed continuous between electrical connection outlets with minimum
number of bends & conduits shall be run in a vertical or horizontal direction. Diagonal runs
shall not be permitted. Conduit boxes with metal covers shall be provided at every straight
conduit run of 40 ft maximum or every two 90 degrees bends. Conduits run shall be installed
as far as practical in neatly grouped run parallel to building lines.
f. Conduit wiring for general power outlet, equipment outlets, shall be installed from ceiling down
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g. Concealed conduits shall be fixed securely before casting of floor slab, floating of plaster
casting of columns, beams & final partition works. All conduits open ends shall be plugged by
means matter. All conduit boxes shall be similarly protected. conduits shall not be concealed
in upper surface of floor slabs unless otherwise approved by the Engineer.
h. Surface conduits, including conduits installed within false ceiling space, shall be fixed by
means of spacer bar saddles. On straight runs, 3/4” & 1” Ø conduits shall be supported by not
less than one saddle every 4 ft & conduits above 1ӯ shall be supported by not less than one
saddle every 5 ft in addition to any support provided by structures, boxes or fittings, etc. Bends
shall be supported by tow saddles fitted as near to either side of the bend as practicable.
i. For single conduit run they shall be supported by approved pipe strap secured by means of
toggle bolts on hollow masonry or standard preset insert on concrete or solid masonry,
machine screws or bolts on metal surfaces. Where a number of conduits run individually
parallel with one other they shall be grouped and supported by brackets on trapeze hangers.
Hangers rod shall be fastened to structural steel members with suitable beam clamps or to
concrete inserts set flush with the concrete surface.
j. Emergency lighting and power circuits (circuits with standby electrical supply) shall not run in
the same conduit as normal lighting & power circuit. Emergency circuit shall run as far as
practical, away from normal circuit or on opposite side of corridors.

4.0 WIRING IN CABLE TRUNKING

a. For ease of wiring from same electrical source, (eg. same transformer without standby supply)
the final sub-circuit of lighting, general power outlet small equipment power cables may be
grouped & run in metal trunking provided the following are complied with.
i. barriers are installed in the common trunking to segregate the lighting, general power &
individual equipment wiring from each other & a space factor of 45% are allowed within
each segregated space.
ii. The wiring within each segregated space are neatly bunched & shall be identifiable at its
termination & throughout its length at every 10 ft run with coded sleeves.
b. Final sub-circuit wiring from different electrical source, including circuits with back up standby
supply, shall not be grouped into common trunkings & conduits at any circumstances.
c. Trunking shall be manufactured from mild sheet steel and galvanized on both internal and
external surfaces. Unless otherwise stated 4” x 4” or smaller than be 18 S.W.G. & 6” x 3” or
larger shall be 16 S.W.G.
d. For the installation of several standard lengths of cable trunking< each length shall be completed
with sleeve type coupling & an external earth bonding link of copper. Earth continuity shall be
provided across all joints by means of copper bonding links along the whole trunking route. All
inside edges shall be smooth & provision shall be made to prevent abrasion at ends.
e. Individual lengths of trunking shall be adequately supported or rigidly fixed throughout its length.
Where it is suspended, the suspension shall be rigid & the suspension point of the trunking
reinforced if necessary. In no circumstances shall visible sag be observed when loaded with
cables.
f. Trunkings & fitting shall have removable lids extending over their entire length. The lids shall
be of same material, thickness of sheet metal & finish as that of the runking. Bends & tee
junctions shall be fitted with removable flat cover.
g. The trunking & supporting brackets shall be treated with an etch type rust inhibitor & painted to
approval with two coats of finishing enamel in selected colour.
h. Trunking shall be run neatly on the surface of the building vertically or horizontally. Diagonal
run is not allowed.
Connection between adjacent length of trunking, tee or angle pieces shall be made by means
of butt joints. The trunking shall be mechanically & electrically continuous.
No projection from screw or other sharp objects shall be allowed inside the trunking.
Connection between trunking & apparatus shall be by a screwed coupler & bush, or a
standard flange coupling or an adapter neck, fabricated or cast.

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Under floor metal ducts shall only be provided as specified & shall comply with BS 774 in
general.
Cable supports made of insulating, non-hygroscopic & non-combustible material shall be
provided for fixing the cable wherever necessary.
Cables in trunking shall be PVC insulated. When conduit and/or cable penetrates through
holes in the trunking, holes shall be fitted with rubber-grommets or insulated bushes.
Cables of different voltage levels can run in the same trunking provided they are effectively
segregated by means of rigidly fixed partition or metal barrier.
Trunking used as rising main shall be provided with suitable cable, clips, tee-off flange,
suspension unit & fire barrier wherever appropriate.

5.0 FINAL OUTLETS

General power outlets are to be allowed in accordance with the drawings. Final position of these
outlets/switchboard shall be coordinate on site.
Switches, plug receptacles shall be the type as specified in the List of Electrical Accessories, & as
specified herein this Section. They shall be installed & places symmetrically in the pattern.
Outlets incorrectly located by the Contractor shall be relocated at no extra cost. All light switches &
power switch socket outlets connected to essential supply circuits shall be identified accordingly with
suitable engraving on the switch plates and the outlets.

6.0 LIGHTING INSTALLATION

All general lighting fittings shall be supplied & installed in contract complete with suitable sized
connectors.
The Contractor shall be responsible for receiving, taking delivery, checking for storage & breakage,
storing on site, carrying out the installation & for guarantee as required by the Conditions of Contract.
He shall ensure that the light fittings are available on site at such times & in such quantities as required
for the satisfactory progress of the work. he shall be solely responsible for any delays caused by the
project works, either directly or indirectly, by late delivery of this Contract’s electrical fittings. The
Contractor is to indicate the location of light fittings on drawings. The exact positions shall be approved
by the Engineer. Fluorescent fittings not exceeding 6 inches in width shall be fixed with out fixing at
each end. At least two fixings exceeding 6 inches in width. Incandescent fittings shall be fixed with at
least tow fixings. Ceiling mounted fittings shall be accurately installed parallel with the walls of the room
& level with the ceiling. Wall mounted fittings shall be carefully & “squarely” installed with adequate
fixings to support the fittings in the correct position.
All light fittings shall be earthed to comply with the I.E.E. Wiring Regulations.

7.0 WIRING TO APPLIANCES

a. Wiring to permanently connected appliances which vibrates or may be moved shall have
terminating conductors protected by flexible metal conduits of lengths to suit the appliances.
Flexible conduits which may be subjected to mechanical damage in service shall be of an
approved metal type. Flexible conduits shall be firmly secured at each end by means of an
approved type of adapter. The length of the flexible conduit used shall be kept to a minimum.
b. Wiring to permanently connected equipment, which is unlikely to be moved in service shall
have terminating conductors protected by screwed steel conduit.
c. All final lighting points shall be terminated to a ceiling rose or connector box where the
connector block shall be capable of withstanding the maximum temperature rise. At each
terminating connector box, flexible steel conduit or screwed steel conduit shall connect the
connector box to the light fittings connector box.
d. Heat resistant cable shall be used to connect the lamp holder of incandescent light fitting to
the fittings connector box attached to the fitting or fixed adjacent to the fitting.

e. An isolating switch shall be installed adjacent to each permanently connected appliance. The
isolating switch shall be located within 6 ft. of the appliance & at a height of 3 ft 6 ins. above floor
level.

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8.0 LIGHT SWITCHES

8.1 General
Switches shall be of the single pole, quick-make & slow-break & silent action type, installed flush or
surface as required to BS 3676. All lighting switches housed in G.I. box shall be wired for one way or
two way operation as shown on the drawings. Unless otherwise directed, switches shall be mounted
at a height of 4 ft. 9 in. above finished floor level. Except where surface mounted switches are
specified, they shall be recessed into conduit boxes in masonry or concrete walls.
The actual positions shall be determined from the architectural drawings & as may be directed by the
Architect.
The final placing of switches in any position within a room shall not entitle the Contractor any claim
the form of a Contract Variation.
He shall also ensure that switches are not placed across the junctions of different wall finishes, such
as tiles or painted surfaces.
Where there are two or more phase light switches in a location, they shall be installed in separate
switch boxes or the necessary phase barrier shall be provided.

8.2. Interior to Switches

Wall or architrave switches shall be similar to the type as specified in the list of Electrical
Accessories. The colour of the switch plate shall be as specified in the list. Where four or more
switches as multiple circuits are to be installed in one location the multi-gang box with flat steel plate
shall be used. Suitable engraving shall be provided on the multi-circuit switch plate to identify the
lighting circuits.

8.3 Exterior Switches and Switches in Damp Situation

Where exterior switches are required, these shall be of the weather-proof type & shall be
constructed from non-ferrous die-castings, or from impact resistance PVC or poly carbonate. Fixing
screws for weatherproof switches shall be of brass or other corrosion - resistant metal.
Wooden plug shall not be used in masonry or concrete walls or slabs.

8.4 Lighting Switches in Mansory Walls

Where lighting switches are to be installed in concrete or mansory walls, the wiring shall be in steel
conduit & the switch shall be enclosed in a recessed metal switch box.

8.5 Lighting Switches in Timber or Metal Stud Partition

Where lighting switches are to installed in timber or metal stud partitions clad with wall boards or
plaster sheets, the wiring shall be carried out using PVC insulated conductors protected by an
overall sheathing of tough plastic.
Flush mounted switches shall be used in architrave & on wall paneling. Architrave switches shall be
fixed at least 3 inches above any screws used for securing door furniture or lock set catch plates.

8.0 TIME SWITCHES

Time switches shall be located near or nay switchboard/distribution board. These shall be run either
on 240V 50 c.s. or 24V D.C. supply & shall have a 9 hours spring reserve.

9.0 GENERAL POWER OUTLETS

9.1 General
All internal general power outlets shall be of three flat pin shuttered type, with the third pin earthed in
all cases, to BS 1363, 546 & with the earth wire run inside the conduit or contained within the cable
sheathing. All such outlets shall be flush mounted, except where surface types are specified & shall
be fixed at a height of 18 inches above floor level, unless otherwise directed by a site instruction
given by the Engineer.

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Where outlets occur over benches, these shall be fixed at a height of 9 inches above the bench top.
The Contractor shall verify the positions of cupboards or other furniture, before installing any outlets
above benching or desks. The actual positions shall be determined from the drawings & as may be
directed by the Engineer.

9.2 Power Outlet for Exterior use or in Damp Situation

Where power outlets are required in exterior locations or in damp situations they shall be of the
weatherproof type.
They shall be constructed from non-ferrous die-castings or from impact resistant PVC or poly
carbonate & shall be fixed by brass screw or other approved incorrodible metal. Wooden plugs shall
not be used in masonry or concrete walls or slabs.
The outlets shall be provided with weather-tight covers when the outlets are not in use. Each outlet
shall be provided with a weather-tight plug to accommodate steel flexible conduit & the weather-tight
plugs shall only be handed over the employer during the handing over stages.

9.3 Power Outlets Built into Masonry Walls

i. 4 1/2 in. Brickwall or 4 in. Concrete Brickwall
Where power outlets occur in single thickness walls the conduit shall be fixed in position
during the construction of the walls & the Contractor shall ensure that all conduits & conduit
boxes are correctly located.
This procedure shall also apply to switch outlets built into single wall structures.
Where it is necessary for a conduit to travel in a horizontal direction it shall be built in using
specially grooved bricks or blocks made for this purpose.
ii. 9 in. Brickwalls or 8 in. Concrete Block Wall
Where power outlets & conduits occur in solid 9 in. brick or 8 in. concrete block walls, the
conduit & wall boxed shall be built in as the walls are constructed. In the case of hollow
concrete block walls, the wall boxes for or lighting outlets shall be fixed in the centre of the
block & not at the mortar joint.
Conduits shall also be housed in the hollow recesses of the blocks & not in the vertical mortar
joint.
The use of special “Conduit Blocks” will be permitted to enable walls to be erected around
conduits previously installed.
iii. 11 in. Cavity Brick Walls
Where power outlets occur in cavity walls & where the Wiring Regulations permit, tough
plastic sheathed P.V.C. insulated cables may generally be used, except where the
specification particularly requests the use of a continuous conduit system. Where TPS cables
are used special care must be exercised to ensure that these cables do not contact other
service cables or runs of piping such as hot water or gas services.

9.4 Power Outlets in Timber or Metal Stud Partitions

Where power outlets occur in timber or metal stud partitions, they shall be securely fixed by metal
brackets to the stud framing or to extra noggins specially inserted for this purpose.
Power outlets shall not attached solely to the wall lining material where this is of a relatively thin &
flexible sheet material.
They shall no be screwed directly to plaster board, soft board, hard board, or to plywood less than
3/8 in. thick.
Where conduit or TPS wiring is enclosed in timber or metal stud partitions this shall be run either
vertically or horizontally & not raked at an angle.
All wiring shall be capable to being withdrawn and replaced should the need arises, & adequately
sized conduits must be provided in all framing for the passage of wiring.

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9.5 Three Phase Power Outlets
Where the specification or the drawings call for three phase power outlets these shall be of the five
round pin type and of the correct rating as specified.
In damp situations or locations exposed to external atmospheric conditions, these outlets shall be of
the weatherproof type.

10.0 WATER PUMPS

Water pumps, motor & associated control equipment are generally described & included in another
section of the Specification. Wiring & connection to the pumps motors control panel from the
distribution board shall be carried out in this section of the Specification.

11.0 EXHAUST AND VENTILATION FANS

Wiring to all exhaust & ventilation fans in various areas shall be supplied & connected up to the units
complete with switches and/or isolators in this section of the Specification. The supply & installation
of fans & control panel shall be described & included in another section of this Specification. Wiring
& connection up to these control panels shall be carried out in this section of Specification.

12.0 OTHER POWER OUTLETS

Any other wiring to power outlets shall consist of wiring work for distribution boards & conduit to
terminate at isolator and switches.
Supply, installation & connection of equipment is generally described & included in another section
of the Specification, unless specifically stated in the drawings.
The isolators installed shall be either adjacent or as close to the equipment as far as possible.

13.0 WIRING FOR EMERGENCY LIGHTS

The emergency lights shall be wired in accordance with the switching circuits. In addition to the
separate switching circuits, separate conduits, the emergency lighting switches shall be installed in
separate switch boxes.
The Contractor shall provide clear identification in the distribution boards for the light circuits to which
the emergency lights are connected. Notices shall be fitted in the distribution board to provide the
warning that these circuit breakers (or fuses) are not to be switched off under normal
condition.These circuit breakers or fuses shall not be used for normal lighting switching purposes.

14.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS OR CABLE CONDUITS, TRAY AND DUCTS

14.1 General
This section of the Specification sets out the general requirements in regard to the quality of material
and standards and methods of workmanship which shall be adopted in the supply & installation of
cable conduits, tray and ducts for the installation of electrical wiring within the building.
Conduit shall be of the following types and as specified in the Specification.
i. Glass “B” metallic conduit
ii. Galvanized steel conduit.
iii. * steel water pipe
iv. Thermo plastic pressure pipe
v. High impact rigid PVC conduit
Glass “B” metallic conduit shall be black enameled except for outside applications, plant rooms, tank
rooms, tunnels, & in any location where moisture or condensation may be expected, in which
circumstances galvanized conduit shall be used. Glass “B” metallic conduit shall be manufactured in
accordance with Australian Standard C.66 Part I or equivalent.
Conduits run underground shall be galvanized water pipe or other approved thermo-plastic pressure
pipe or asbestos cement pressure pipe.

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14.2 Penetration Through Walls and Floors

Where conduits pass through external walls or floor slabs, the walls and/or floor slabs shall be
sealed with an approved bitumen or cement compound.
Penetration through external walls shall be effectively sealed in order to prevent the ingress of
moisture into the building. Penetration through damp courses will not be allowed.
Where M.I.M.S. cables pass through concrete slabs, brickwork or similar material a (0.04 in.) wall
thickness non-ferrous metal sleeve shall be fitted as appropriate.

14.3 Installation of Conduits

All conduits shall be installed on the “draw-in loop-in” system. No wiring shall be installed until all the
conduits have been installed.
All conduits shall be of a size to suit the cables enclosed or (3/4 in.) whichever is the large & shall be
run so as to enable cables to be “drawn-in” after erection, sufficient accessible junction boxes to be
provided for this purposes.
Except when used in accessible surface runs of conduit to facilitate the running of such conduits
around beams & other exposed structural member, inspection type fittings are not acceptable as a
“draw-in” point.
All conduits shall be in long length, straight, free from rust & scale. Any sets shall be made cold in such a
manner as not to distort the walls of the conduits. Conduits shall be neatly run and securely fastened by
means of approved saddles. Saddles shall be provided within 6 in. of fittings or termination. All burrs &
sharp edges shall be removed from ends & screwed bushes shall be fitted to the ends of conduits runs.
During installation, the ends of conduits shall be temporarily plugged to prevent the ingress of dirt.
The directions of conduit run shall be parallel to the walls, floors & ceiling, wherever practicable & no
threads shall be visible after erection other than running joints.
Running thread shall be thoroughly painted with black enamel for enameled conduit & with aluminium
paint for galvanized conduit. Conduit shall be installed so as to avoid all mechanical duct systems &
other pipe systems and services & shall, in all cases, be at least 3 in. from heating pipes & at least 18
in. from boilers or furnaces.
Exposed conduits shall be given one coat of zinc chromate prior two finishing coats of enamel to
approval, colour to match surroundings. Galvanized conduits shall be cleaned with a weak
phophoric acid solution prior to the priming coat.
Unless otherwise specified, all boxes & fittings shall be malleable iron & surface finish shall match
the conduit.
All boxes & fittings shall be installed in a true horizontal or vertical plane. Where junction boxes are
exposed to weather, the lids shall be sealed with an approved gasket. The boxes shall be of ample
size to enable the cables to be neatly diverted from one conduit to another without cramping.
Pressed metal boxes shall be used for flush wall mounting light switches, general purpose outlets,
etc. Boxes shall have adjustable threaded fixing devices to permit flush mounting of the cover plate.
Generally conduits shall be run concealed throughout, except where specified otherwise in the
Specification.
Surface conduit shall be run so as to be as inconspicuous as possible by running in corners, etc.
The route of all surface conduits shall be discussed with the Architect before installation is
commenced.

14.4 Cast in Conduits

Where slabs & walls have a layer of reinforcement adjacent to each surface, the conduit shall be
installed in the neutral plane between the two layers of reinforcement in such a manner that the
reinforcement is not displaced in any way. Deep or extension conduit boxes shall be used as
necessary. Conduit run between the reinforcement & the surface of the slab will NOT be permitted.
Where slabs or walls have only one layer of reinforcement placed centrally in the slab, the conduit
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The Engineer shall be notified on completion of each section of conduit & prior to pouring of the
concrete so that the work may be inspected.
The Engineer shall approve the positioning o conduits which cross other runs. Such crossings shall
be avoided if an alternative route exist. Conduits in slabs shall be spaced apart by not less than 3 in.
Where conduits are buried in concrete, plaster, etc., they shall be adequately sealed & protected
during pouring & plastering operation & all necessary precautions shall be taken to ensure that no
movement of conduit distortion of walls or fittings occurs during the placement of reinforcement,
concrete, plaster, etc. All damages & movements of conduits shall be made good to the satisfaction
of the Engineer & at no cost to the Employer.
Should cutting & opening of the concrete slab be required, shop drawings must indicate such to
enable allowance to be made well in advance of casting programme.
Where conduits are to be cast in concrete slabs so that they bridge an expansion or construction
joint in the concrete an expansion joint shall be made in conduit. The expansion joint in metal
conduit shall be made in the following manner.
The basic conduit in the first slab shall finish 3½ in. from the edge of the slab & a sleeve, 10 in. long
made from the nest larger size of conduit, slipped over the basic conduit with the end level with the
face of the first slab poured. The conduit for the next slab to be pushed 3 in. into the sleeve after
greasing. The joint in the conduit shall be taped before pouring of the concrete. An earthing bridge shall
be installed across the expansion joint of metal conduit. In rigid PVC conduit a normal rigid PVC
expansion joint shall be installed in a like manner.

14.5 Conduits in Granolithic Floor Screeds

No conduits shall be installed in granolithic floor screeds without prior approval of the Engineer.
Where such approval is given the conduit & all fittings shall be galvanized.

14.6 Conduits Concealed in Plaster

Conduit which are installed within hard plaster or concrete render wall finished shall be securely
fixed to prevent movement or vibration & to permit a depth of at least 0.4 in. of plaster or render to
be maintained over the conduit & its fittings.
Where necessary, conduits shall be recessed into walls to ensure that minimum cover is obtained. In
no case, however, will deep chasing of single brick wall be permitted.
Provided suitable chases during erection of the brickwork. Oval conduit may be used for switch
drops only to avoid the necessity for chasing. No conduits fittings other than wall boxes for switches
& general purpose outlets couplings & junction boxes shall be buried in plaster or cement render.
Materials embedded in plaster shall be non-rusting.

14.7 Conduits in Cavity Walls

Conduits run in brick cavity walls shall be vertical only & shall be secured to the inner skin.
Horizontal conduits will NOT be permitted.
14.8 Wherever steel enclosures are exposed to the weather, installed in service trenches, in basement
areas, or in locations subject to dampness or condensation, or salt laden atmosphere the conduits &
associated fittings shall be galvanized.
Wherever steel enclosures of cables are either buried in the ground or run in concrete trenches or
similar, the enclosures shall be galvanized steel water pipe with joints effectively sealed against
entry water or moisture & all associated fittings shall be either galvanized steel, cast iron or
approved non-ferrous metal. Care shall be taken to preserve electrical continuity.
Galvanized steel water pipes shall have a minimum wall thickness corresponding with the following:-
Metric Size Metric Size
20 NB - 2.6 mm 50 NB - 3.6 mm
25 NB - 3.2 mm 65 NB - 3.6 mm
32 NB - 3.2 mm 80 NB - 4.0 mm
40 NB - 3.2 mm

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Galvanizing on steel conduits & pipes shall be hot dipped galvanizing process in accordance with
British Standard Specification BS 729, Part I
The zinc coating weight of galvanized pipe shall not be less than 1.2 lb. (600 grams) of zinc per sq.
meter of surface area.

14.9 Metal Ducts

Metal ducts shall be of approved design & construction & of a size to comply with the local Supply
Authority’s Regulations regarding the use of metal ducts. All regulations regarding separation of
various supply voltage cables shall be observed.
The duct shall have a removable metal cover fixed to the troughing by galvanized metal thread
screws with captive nuts located at a maximum of 18 in. (475 mm) centres.
The troughing and covers shall be of sheet steel, minimum thickness 0.4 in. (1 mm) & shall be free
from rags, burrs and sharp edges. All ducts work is to be run neatly & squarely on all walls, ceilings,
etc. The ducts are also to be run so as to be inconspicuous as possible by running in corners, etc. &
parallel to wall & ceiling edges. They shall be installed in such a manner that the demountable
covers are accessible & shall be adequately supported to carry an additional load of 154 lb. (70 kg)
at midspan without permanently deforming the duct.
The metal ducts shall be fixed to the walls by approved means at a maximum of 4ft. (1200 mm) centres.
All metal ducts & covers shall be given a coat of zinc chromate primer, then two finishing coats of
enamel to approval. Cables installed in vertical ducts shall be adequately supported by cleating to
the enclosure at intervals’ not exceeding 6 ft (2 metres).
Retaining clips shall be installed to support wiring where the removable cover is on the lower side of
the duct.

14.10 Plastic Ducts

Plastic Ducts shall be of approved design & construction & of a size to comply with the local Supply
Authority’s Regulations regarding the use of plastic ducts. All regulations regarding separation of
various supply voltage cables shall be observed.
Plastic ducts shall be of rigid PVC plastic moulded troughing with removable covers of the clip-on
type. The troughing & cover shall be robustly constructed from heavy gauge material to avoid
sagging between supports & to avoid warping. All associated fittings shall be of materials as
specified for the duct. Ducts & covers shall be free from rags & sharp edges.
All ductwork are to run neatly & squarely on all walls, ceiling, etc, as inconspicuous as possible by
running in corners etc. & parallel to wall & ceiling edges. They shall be installed in such a manner
that the demountable covers are accessible & shall be adequately supported & the means of support
shall be sufficient to support an additional load of 154 lb. (70 kg) at midspan without permanently
deforming the duct. The duct shall be fixed to the walls by approved means at a maximum of 12 in.
(300 mm) centres.
Rigid PVC ducts shall not be used where exposed to mechanical damage, direct sunlight,
temperature above 60 degrees C., or moisture. Where subject to differential expansion suitable
expansion joints shall be provided.
Cables installed in vertical ducts shall be adequately supported by cleating to the enclosure at
intervals not exceeding 2 metres. Retaining clips shall be installed to support wiring where to the
removable cover is on the lower side of the duct.

14.11 Cable Trays

Cable tray shall be perforated pattern sheet metal tray ways & shall have folded edges.
The “standard” tray shall be formed with the perforations punched from outside of the folded edges
to avoid any sharp edges or burrs existing on the outside face. The “reverse” tray shall be perforated
where cables are laid horizontally in the tray.
Trays shall be a minimum of 1.2mm thick up to 300mm wide & 1.6mm thick for trays 300mm wide &
greater.
Fixing to the cable trays shall be by approved straps.
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Unless otherwise specified, all cable trays shall be supplied with a rust inhibiting prime coat & then
painted in accordance with this Specification prior to installation of cables. Cable trays used in cable
tunnels or in floor ducts or other damp situations shall be not dipped galvanized finish.
Only prefabricated bends & transition pieces shall be used to facilitate changes in the direction of
route, in the mounting position & in the sizes of cable trays along the cable tray run.
Cable trays shall be installed by either: -
i. Fixing flush to ceilings or wall; or
ii. Suspending by hangers from ceilings or by angle brackets out from walls.
For all cable trays 6 in. (150mm) & wider, both sides of the cables tray are to be supported by
minimum size 1 in (25mm) x 1 in (25mm) x 0.4 in. (10mm) angle run continuously over the full width
of the tray.
For all cable trays, hangers & angle brackets are to spaced at a maximum distance of 6 ft. (1500mm).
The complete suspension system for the cable tray shall be carefully designed to ensure that, when
fully loaded with cables, there is no sagging between supports.
Where possible, cable trays shall not be mounted less than 7 ft. 6 in. (2.3 metres) above floor level.
Adequate access shall be provided to cable trays of, minimum distance of 12 in. (300mm) above
tray & 24 in. (600mm) on one side of the tray.
All hangers & angle brackets shall be hot dipped galvanized finish.

15.0 FIREMAN SWITCH

a fireman switch shall be supplied & installed at every staircase enclosure to permit the
disconnection of normal electrical power supply to the relevant floor or zone served. This shall be
achieved by the use of a remote shunt trip type MCB.
The switch shall be suitably housed in a steel box recessed into the walls & operable through a key.
Operation of the key switch will energize a control relay to trip the main circuit breaker controlling the
zone or floor served. They keys shall be on a master key system such that a key can operate any of
the switch at any zone.
A distinctive label shall be affixed onto the front switch with the label “FIREMAN SWITCH”.

16.0 CONTROL WIRING

a. All control wiring, DC or AC at or below 230 volts shall be installed with PVC cable concealed
in G.I. conduit except in plant room. Surface G.I. conduit wiring are permitted.
b. The control system of wiring, terminal block, auxiliary relays shall be supplied & installed
complete in this contract for the desired function of the system, e.g. switching of staircase
lighting manual and/or automatic tripping of electrical supply to certain group of load, alarm,
sensing & etc.
c. The control cables shall be Multicore cable to BS 3346 for 250/440 volt cables & the cable
shall comprise the necessary number of stranded copper conductor, with a cross-sectional
area each not less than 0.0045 sq. in. or equivalent PVC insulated/PVC sheathed overall.
d. At each equipment control connection, a marshaling box shall be supplied & installed for
connection & termination of these control cables.
The marshaling box shall be integrated with the equipment and/or distribution board to enable
a compact unit but readily operable & accessible to the cable termination for maintenance.
Mounting arrangement shall be provided & space in the marshaling box shall allow for 15%
spare ways of cable core terminated. At each terminating point, a sliding link shall be provided
to allow conductor isolation without removal of conductor connection on soldering.
e. A chart board shall be provided for recording the circuit connections & mounted on the inner
surface of the marshaling box doors. all circuit termination ends shall have circuit labeling tag
for identification & recording of circuits with corresponding chard board.
f. Different voltage control requirements shall require separate control cables.

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17.0 SEGREGATION OF CIRCUITS

a. The following shall run in separate conduit or trunking for the purpose of segregation of
services:-
i. Lighting final sub-circuits from one supply source.
ii. Different colour band at every trunking/conduit joint, bend, tee which are enclosing circuits
in the same zone from different transformer supply.
iii. Different colour band at every trunking/conduit joint, bend, tee or unmetered supply to
tenants.
iv. Signal red colour band at every trunking/conduit joint, bend, tee of emergency circuit.

b. All control conduit wirings and trunkings shall be painted to a colour to be selected & additional
colour code at every bend, joint, tee, shall be made to distinguish the AC at various voltage &
DC at various voltage from each other.
c. All electrical wirings for non-essential AC, 415 volts, 3 phases & 240 volts single phase shall
be colour coded throughout using red, yellow & blue for phase wires & black neutral.
Alternatively, the phase wires shall be standardized to one colour & the phase wires shall be
sleeved at each wire end with red, yellow and blue sleeves.
d. Essential wiring shall be white PVC insulated with each end having phase colour coded sleeves.
e. For colour coded sleeves for wiring, green or red or yellow or blue PVC insulation must not be
used for phase wires. The colour code sleeves for each cable shall be changed to correct
colour in the event that phase changes in wiring for load balancing.

18.0 PARTICULAR ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES

a. This section sets out the particular requirements of lighting switches & general purpose switch
socket outlets & other socket outlets.

b. Switches & sockets of different phases shall be mounted on separate junction boxes &
separate cover plates. Grid type switches to be used on common plates where circuit are of
similar phase. Switches shall be rated according to the maximum load in the circuit & the MCB
rating. the cover plates for switches & socket outlets for any particular areas shall generally be
similar in appearance & manufacture.

c. Outdoor
All outdoor accessories shall be of weatherproof & splash proof construction.
The switch socket shall be fully interlock with plug.
The plug is to be provided with fuses.

d. Industrial Socket and Plugs

For sockets & plugs other than general purpose 13 Amps socket outlets, the socket shall be
metal clad type/moulded PVC with provision for interlock switch.
e. Appropriate switches & socket outlets set in this section of Specification shall be provided for
in all rentable areas & office premises. A minimum number of two switches shall be allowed
for per circuit.
f. Switches for a particular room in non-rentable areas shall be located within that room. For
example, a minimum of one switch be provided in AHU or exhaust fan room itself.
g. For concourse & public area, contractor switching with lighting switches shall be required.

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1.0 SCOPE
Supply & install the various types and necessary number of light fittings to meet the requirements as
specified in the drawing & in the Schedule of Light Fittings.

All light fittings supplied in this Contract shall be installed complete with lamps, diffusers, control
gear, power factor correction equipment & suitably sized connectors.

The quantities of any particular type of light fittings as specified in the Schedule are for the tendering
purposes. The Architect reserves the right to alter the type, quantity or location of any light fittings
should such action prove necessary in this case, a contract variation will be issued.

The materials used & quality of finish of all light fittings shall comply with the general requirements as
specified below.

The air light fixture in the tower block, shall be installed & maintained by the Contractor as described
in Clause below.

2.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

All fixtures shall be wired & constructed to comply with this Specification, with local codes, BS 4533
lighting fixture standards, the requirements of the Chief Electrical Inspectorate & shall bear the
“SIRIM” label or C.E.I. approval list where applicable.

Notwithstanding compliance to the minimum standard as required by the above codes, any other
requirements of this Specification must be provided in this Contract Works.

3.0 TEMPERATURE RISE

All light fittings shall comply with BS 4533. All fittings shall be adequately ventilated so that after three
hours operation in a room having an ambient temperature of 25°C the tube wall temperature of a
reference lamp measured at the centre bottom of each lamp shall not exceed a final temperature of
60°C.

The fitting shall be type tested by an approved testing laboratory & shall be shown to be constructed
so that the temperature rise within the fitting does not exceed the limit for the materials used in its
construction. The supply wiring terminals shall be labeled with the temperature grade of wiring
required supply connection.

4.0 PHOTOMETRIC DATA

The Tenderer shall submit with his tender, photometric data for the light fitting offered based on tests
carried out by a recognized testing laboratory.

Photometric data should include the luminance of the luminaire in accordance with Australian
Standard CA. 30, BS 4533. The luminance value of the luminaire should be detailed in candelas per
sq. metre per 1000 lumens in the case where only the luminance group is quoted for luminaire, the
maximum value for the group as detailed in A.S. CA. 30 will be used to evaluate the luminaire for
direct glare. In addition to data required by luminance of the luminaire in the downward vertical
position. Where this information is not available, the luminance of a bare tube will be used to
evaluate the luminaire for reflected glare.

In any case where the lamp of the outline of the lamp is visible, the luminance taken will be that of
the lamp area or the apparent lamp area.

5.0 FLUORESCENT FITTINGS

All fluorescent fittings shall be designed & suitable for the operation of unmodified standard tubular
fluorescent lamps. Fluorescent lamp control circuits shall be wired for switch start operation.

5.1 Switch start ballasts shall comply with Clause of this Specification.
Ballasts & power factor correction capacitors shall be arranged in a practical removal manner with
fixing by means of threaded studs welded or lock-nutted to the ballast housing to avoid the necessity
of lowering the whole luminaire for this purpose. Spacing shall be such as to allow adequate cooling
of equipment & clearance for wiring.

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Auxiliaries shall be fitted in such a manner that they can be readily removed for service or
replacement.

5.2 Construction
The carcase of the light fitting shall be manufactured from cold-rolled close annealed mild steel
sheet minimum 22 SWG electrolytically zinc coated & phosphortised the adjoining edges wilded &
exposed faces ground flush to present a neat appearance. The whole carcase shall be stiffened by
the use of returned edges to flanges & by rigid box construction, & provision shall be made for the
removal of gear tray with accessories, by the removal of wing nuts.

All screws used in assembly of fittings shall engage in nuts. Self tapping screws are not permitted.
Screw heads on the outside of fitting shall be counter sunk to preserve a smooth finish.

Fittings shall have separate enclosure for lamps & control gear and shall be so designed that the
maximum operating temperature in each shall not exceed 55°F & 75°F receptively when the ambient
temperature surrounding the fitting does not exceed 100°F.

Control gear shall be fixed to the back of each fitting & all bolts used for this purpose shall be welded
to prevent turning when nuts are tightened so that all control gear may be dismantled & reinstalled
while the carcase of the fittings remains in site. Capacitors shall be mounted at least 15cm clear of
ballasts & starter switches at least 7.5cm clear of lamp ends.

Starter switches shall be mounted between the tubes in multi lamp fittings & on the underside above
the tubes in single tube fitting. Fittings shall be fitted with diffusers as indicated hereinafter. Design of
fittings & trims shall be such that no light leak are visible. Particular care into the fixing of the trim to
the fitting particularly at the ends.

Holes in the metal backplate of the light fittings which are not used for the mounting of control
equipment & cable assemble (except holes provided for mounting purposed) shall be filled so as to
prevent the entry of dust and insects into the light fitting.

5.3 Wiring
All fittings shall be supplied with necessary wiring completed between lamp holder & components in
105°C PVC covered flexible conductors of an adequate rating suitable for their purpose, neatly
35mm & clear of other components.

Termination for connection shall be by means of “quick connect” or “cool pin” type tab terminals.

Wiring shall be brought to a 3 ways heavy duty insulated terminal block for the connection of
external active, neutral & earth conductor.

A cartridge type fuse of appropriate rating & fuse holder shall be provided & installed in the fitting.

Flexible steel conduit shall be used for the external connection from the lighting fixture to a steel
junction box fixed adjacent to the fittings.

5.4 Paint Finish

In all light fittings (unless constructed of aluminium which has been etched & anodized) all surfaces
shall be thoroughly degreased by an approved process & cleaned free from dust, moisture, oil &
corrosive agents.

The surfaces shall then be completely coated with a suitable phosphate based etch primer to
achieve maximum bonding between finished coat shall be sprayed applied evenly using enamel of
suitable viscosity of acrylic type. The total paint film build up of each surface for synthetic enamel
shall have an average thickness of not less than 0.061mm. For acrylic enamel, the average
thickness of paint build up shall not be less than 0.030mm for each surface. For acrylic enamel, the
average thickness of pain build up shall show no evidence of penetration when a 5H pencil is
pushed firmly across the enamel surface using sufficient pressure to break the lead. Any evidence of
peeling during this test will be grounds for rejection of the luminaire.

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6.0 INCANDESCENT FITTINGS

All incandescent fittings shall be constructed with porcelain lamp holders for bayonet type or Edison
screw type where specified.

Light fittings using lamp of 100W & cover shall be provided with an approved junction box & heat
resistant cable leads to the lamp holder.

The hear resistant cable shall be asbestos or glass fibre insulated. Where it is not possible to have a
junction box fixed to the fitting, the junction box shall be installed adjacent to the fitting.

Glassware for incandescent fitting shall be white opal type in oyster or well glass fittings, prismatic
type in bulkhead & shall be fixed with an approved spring clips by direct screwing in well glass
fittings & by setting hinged metal frame.

The general construction requirements of fluorescent fittings shall also apply to incandescent fittings.
Lamp bulbs shall generally be pearl lamps.

7.0 HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE LAMPS (H.I.D.)

Those lamps which produce light by passing an arc through a metallic vapour at a pressure &
current density sufficient to generate visible radiation within its arc alone. The following types of high
intensity discharge lamps shall be supplied & installed in this Contract Works:-

7.1 High Pressure Mercury Vapour Discharge Lamps (MBFU)

Mercury fluorescent lamps shall be of the high pressure vapour discharge operating in a quartz arc
tube. The lamp shall be improved to give uniform colour particularly at the red end of the colour
spectrum making this suitable for commercial applications. Colour classification is “Warm Deluxe”.

7.2 Metal Halide Lamps

A high pressure discharge in mercury with metallic additives operating in a quartz arc tubes. The
interior of the lamp is coated with fluorescent phosphor to give increase light output & improve colour
in the warmer colour tone. The lamp bulb is elliptical.

7.3 High Pressure Sodium Vapour Lamp

A high pressure sodium vapour discharge in oxide arc tube giving a warm yellow light. The lamp
bulbs shall be in any of the following forms:-
i. Elliptical
ii. Single Ended Tubular
iii. Double Ended Tubular

7.4 High Intensity Discharge lamp shall have the following parts:-
i. Ballast - shall be of the reactor type with polyester varnish impregnation, ballast to
suit each type of discharge lamp as recommended by the manufacturer.

ii. Capacitor - the capacitor shall be of metallised polypropylene dielectric as described

under fluorescent fitting. Adequate seize capacitor shall be provided to
correct the power factor to a minimum of 0.85 lagging.

iii. Control Gear Box - each control gear box is fitted with a combine fuse terminal block & main
plug. A switch is fitted on the side of the box to enable the supply to be
disconnected before access can be made to the fitting control gear.

Each fitting shall be provided with porcelain lamp-holders porcelain terminal blocks & prewired with
heat resistant glass fibre insulated cables.

The general construction requirements of the fittings shall be similar to the fluorescent fittings as
specified above.

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7.5 LIGHT EMITTING DIODE (LED) BARE CHANNEL LIGHT FITTINGS

(a) General

The LED light fittings together with the LED module batten, lamp holders, switches, and
other necessary equipment shall conform to the latest MS IEC 60598 Standards in all
respects with regards to design, construction, performance, etc, as a minimum
requirement.

(b) Voltage Grade

All equipment shall be suitable for operation at 230 volt single phase, 50 Hz supply.

(c) Metal Housing and Reflectors

The housing and reflectors shall be manufactured and fabricated by approved light
fitting manufacturers as listed. The main housing shall be formed of 22 Gauge cold
rolled metal sheets (CRS) including plates, socket bridge, wiring channels, control gear
covers and batten end caps. Heatsinks for LED, where required shall be incorporated
into the fitting.

(d) Control Gear

i) Electronic Driver

All LED fittings shall use constant current LED drivers approved by SIRIM and
Suruhanjaya Tenaga. The driver is to have fixed current of 350mA.

Two LED module lamp fittings shall be furnished with a single electronic driver.
Driver shall be provided with input overvoltage protection; mains up to 280 Vac,
for a maximum of 48 hours, without destroying both the driver and lamps.

General requirements for electronic driver are as follows ;

- Voltage range (AC) 198 ~ 264V
- Voltage range (DC) 176 ~ 276 V
- Protection Class I
- Output short circuit and undervoltage protection
- Output overvoltage and no load protection (Vout limited to
250V)
- Switchover time less than 0.5 seconds for both AC & DC
- Output hold time less than 1ms.
- Low harmonics, THD shall not be more than 15%
(complying to IEC 61000-3-2)
- Power factor >0.95
- Rated 50,000 hours lifetime

ii) LED Module / Lamp

All LED lamp shall have average life hours not less than or equal to 50,000
hours (L70 B50). Efficacy of the LED modules shall not be less than 120 lumens
/ Watt at Tc 55°C. Color Rendering Index (CRI) shall be equal to or more than
80.

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LED Lamps shall comply with the following requirements:

Electrical Data Parameter

Type of Current AC
Power Factor > 0.95
Color Temperature 4000K unless stated otherwise
Color Rendering Index > 80
Standard deviation of color ≤ 5 sdcm
matching
Start up time < 0.5 seconds
Rated beam angle 150°
Nominal life span 50,000hrs
Number of Switching Cycles 200,000
Energy Efficiency class A+
Testing Lab CE, VDE and other approved equivalent
testing body

7.6 LED Recessed Downlights

(a) General

The LED light fittings together with the LED modules, switches, and other necessary
equipment shall conform to the latest MS IEC 60598 Standards in all respects with
regards to design, construction, performance, etc, as a minimum requirement.

(b) Voltage Grade

All equipment shall be suitable for operation at 230 volt single phase, 50 Hz supply.

(c) Housing and Reflectors

The housing and reflectors shall be manufactured and fabricated by approved light
fitting manufacturers as listed. The main housing and rim shall be formed of minimum
18 Gauge die cast aluminium. Heatsinks for LED, where required shall be incorporated
into the fitting and shall be suitable for recessed application without any damage to the
ceiling material or plaster.

(d) Control Gear

iii) Electronic Driver

All LED fittings shall use constant current LED drivers approved by SIRIM and
Suruhanjaya Tenaga (ST). The driver is to be of fixed current driven type.

Two LED module lamp fitting shall be furnished with a single electronic driver.
Driver shall be provided with input overvoltage protection; mains up to 280 Vac,
for a maximum of 48 hours, without destroying both the driver and modules.

General requirements for electronic driver are as follows ;

- Voltage range (AC) 198 ~ 264V
- Voltage range (DC) 176 ~ 276 V
- Protection Class I
- Output short circuit and undervoltage protection
- Output overvoltage and no load protection (Vout limited to
250V)

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- Switchover time less than 0.5 seconds for both AC & DC
- Output hold time less than 1ms.
- Low harmonics, THD shall not be more than 15%
(complying to IEC 61000-3-2)
- Power factor >0.95
- Rated 50,000 hours lifetime

iv) LED Module / Lamp

All LED lamp shall have average life hours not less than or equal to 50,000
hours (L70 B50). Efficacy of the LED modules shall not be less than 90 lumens /
Watt at Tc 55°C. Color Rendering Index (CRI) shall be equal to or more than 80.

All LED used shall be Intellectual Property (IP) free with color shift complying to 4 x SDCM (4 step
MacAdam). Form Factor shall be according to Zhaga Book 3 or Book 10

8.0 EXTERIOR LIGHT FITTINGS

The contractor shall take particular care in the installation of exterior light fittings to ensure that they are
sealed to prevent the entry of water or insects. Where exterior fittings are protected from the weather
they may be of steel construction provided they are suitably treated, before painting, to prevent
atmospheric corrosion. Where exterior fittings are exposed to the weather they shall be manufactured
from non- ferrous metal or approved plastic materials. Fixing screws shall be brass, monel, or other
non-rusting metals & shall be fixed into “Rawl-plugs” white bronze inserts, or similar holding devices.
Wood plugs shall not be used. Where exterior lights are exposed to damage from vandalism, the
glassware shall be of ¼” thickness & protected by a wire guard where specified. Alternatively, exterior
lights may have an enclosing diffuser of poly carbonate or approved equivalent unbreakable plastic.

9.0 MATERIALS
Incandescent Lamps shall be rated at 250V & of the wattage shown in the schedule hereafter,
internally frosted type with coiled filaments & B.C. bases.

Incandescent Lamp-holders shall be all porcelain insulated type, suitable for B.C. holder lamps to BS
1875 operating in excess of 135°C.

Terminal Block shall be porcelain with brass inserts.

Fluorescent Tubes shall be manufactured to BS 1853 with bi-pin lamp cap & with capacity as shown
in the schedule. The tubes shall be equivalent to Classification Philips TL`D36W or Sylvania Cool
White energy saving tubes for offices as specified in their schedule or approved equal giving an
average tube output of 2900 lumens for 36W tubes.

Ballast for the fluorescent fittings shall be switch start type with low loses suitable for incorporation
within the fittings they serve. The ballast shall be impregnated & filled solid with polyester or other
approved special high melting point compound all contained in a robust steel case.

The ballast shall be designed for operation in the fixture at a maximum temperature of 90°C in a
25°C ambient.

Adequate means of heat dissipation from the light fixture shall be provided. The ballast is to be sound
rated for minimum noise to suit the type of occupancy where ballast noise can be objectionable. The
ballast shall be of type approved by the Chief Electrical Inspectorate & bear the “SIRIM” markings.

The ballast shall be wound with a high grade synthetic enameled magnet wire on suitable insulated
cores of high grade laminated steel. No hygroscopic insulating material shall be used in the
construction of the ballast or preheating transformers. Windings may be of copper or aluminium wire.

On completion of winding & sembly, coils shall be thoroughly dried out in a preheating oven before
impregnation & then completely impregnated with an approved phenolic based insulating varnish
having a temperature rating equal to that of F. Class insulation & baked at a temperature of not less
than 125°C until polymerisation is effective & complete.

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The core & casing shall be clamped under pressure in such a manner as to ensure a permanent &
unalterable characteristic of the magnetic circuit, with the core & coils assembled in such a manner
as to ensure freedom from noise which shall not exceed 20 phons when measured at a distance of
1800mm in any direction from the light fitting.

The temperature rise on the surface of any part of the ballast shall not exceed 35°C above an
ambient of 40°C & the temperature rise of the windings, as measured by the resistant method, shall
not exceed 60°C after 60 hours continuous operation under conditions at an applied circuit voltage
of 105% of the rated at a frequency of 50 Hz.

Ballast, light fittings & other auxiliaries shall be so designed that with the light fitting earthed in the
normal manner, lamp ignition shall be certain in all conditions of ambient temperature & relative
humidity encountered in the case of starterless ballasting & with a time delay not exceeding 1.5
seconds with a applied voltage of 210V.

Ballast shall be required to be unconditionally guaranteed for two years service under normal
operating conditions of applied voltage and frequency & the manufacturer may be required to
provide a written warranty to cover a replacement when any fitting or luminaire should fail to start
immediately under the above stated conditions.

The ballasts shall be tested by an approved testing laboratory & shall conform to requirements of the
Chief Electrical Inspectorate.

Watts Loss Of Ballasts And Cathode Heating Transformers For Lamp Circuits.
When tested in accordance with Australian Standard Specification BO. C322, the total of watts loss
in the ballast & in the cathode preheating transformer, where applicable, shall not exceed the values
tabulated below plus a tolerance of 5%:-
Ballast Watts Loss Starter Operated Watts Loss Starterless
125W - 2440 mm - -
85W - 2440 mm - 23W
85W - 1830 mm - 16W
80W - 1520 mm 16W 11W
65W - 1520 mm 12W 13W
40W - 1220 mm 6.5W 11W
20W - 610 mm 8.5W 7W
2 x 20W - 610 mm 6.5W 7W
8W
Starter Switch
All fluorescent starter switch shall be of 2 pins, rigid plastic canisters incorporating switches of high
quality & reliability. High temperature & high strength plastic is used for the canisters manufacture. A
radio interference suppresser capacitor is in-built in the starter switch. The starter switch shall be
electrically safe & shall be unbreakable & non-flammable with quick connect socket for wiring.
Starters shall be of the flow tube type.
Fluorescent Lamp-holders
Bi-pin moulded plastic type, non-flammable, with quick connection sockets for the connection of wiring,
to BS 1875 & designed to retain positively the lamp caps independently of the contact springs.
Terminal Blocks shall be 3 ways porcelain with brass inserts & screws.
Capacitors
Comply with BS 4017 : 1873/1976, Bs 5367/1976 & fitted with quick connect terminals in lieu of
leads supply & fit one capacitor in each fluorescent fitting to correct power factor to 0.85 lagging.
Construction shall be of (metallised polypropylene) encapsulated in self extinguishing plastic with
insulated connections & safety discharge resistors.
The capacitor shall meet with the following requirements:-
Capacitance tolerance = ±10% of rated capacitance
Temperature range = -40°C. to + 80°C.
Test Voltage = 1.5 x rated voltage
Frequency = 50 Hz
Voltage (Continuous Working) = 250V A.C.

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Power Factor Correction

Power factor correction to 0.85 minimum shall be applied to each light fitting by means of a common
capacitor of a suitable balue connected in parallel with the mains. For semi resonant circuits, series
connected capacitors may be accepted in approved circuits. Such capacitors shall be not less than
400V A.C. working.
The total capacity of each power factor correction capacitor shall be not less than the minimum values
tabulated below for each lamp multiplied by the number of lamps for which the capacitor is common.
Minimum Power Factor Correction.

No. of Lamps Lamp Rating Starter Type Ballast Min. Capacity Starterless Ballast
1 125W - 2440mm * 16.00 mfd
1 85W - 2440mm ** 7.00 mfd
1 85W - 1830mm 8.4 mfd
1 80W - 1520mm 8.00 mfd
1 65W - 1520mm 5.5 mfd 6.5 mfd
1 40W - 1220mm 3.15 mfd 4.0 mfd
1 20W - 610mm 4.00 mfd 4.0 mfd
2 20Q - 610mm 3.5 mfd 0.5 mfd
* for 415V ballasts min. capacity 6.25 mfd
** for semi resonant circuits min. capacity 5 mfd.

Capacitors for 240V 50Hz fittings shall be rated at not less than 250V A.C. working and for 415
phase to phase connected fittings at not less than 700 A.C. working & all capacitor shall comply with
the requirements of A.S. 1013, B.S.S. 1650 or B.S.S. 4017, as applicable. Power factor correction
capacitors between terminals & capacitor elements shall have sufficient current carrying capacity to
prevent the possibility of fusing in the event of capacitor failure either to case or across the terminals.

All discharge lamps (High Pressure Mercury, Metal Halides etc.) shall have power factor to a
minimum of 0.90.

10.0 FUSING OF LIGHT FITTINGS

All light fittings to be installed in the building shall be individually fused complete with fuse terminal
blocks. The fuses shall as far as practicable be installed inside the carcase of the light fittings.

Fuses for the underwater flood lights shall be installed in the cubicle housing the 240/24 volts step
down transformers.

11.0 LIGHTING FIXTURE INSTALLATION

a. All fixture whether surfaces, pendant or recessed shall be independently supported from the
building structure using supporting brackets or suspension rods & in no case shall the ceiling
system be used to support the weight of the fixture, except for incandescent fixture unit.

b. Fixtures installed in wet plaster ceilings shall be supported by plaster frames installed for that
purpose.

c. Fixtures must not be used as a conduit or trunking to carry cables of other circuit except
specifically so designed.

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LIGHT FITTINGS

12.0 General Compliance Standards

a) All submission has to be comply to their relevant IES standards as listed below

Test Standards Descriptions

IES LM-79-08 Electrical and Photometric Measurements of Solid State Lighting
(SSL) Products
IES LM-80-08 Measuring Lumen Maintainance of LED Light Sources
IES LM-82-12 Characterisation of LED Light Engines and LED Lamps for
Electrical and Phtometric Properties as a Function of Temperature
IEM LM-84-14 Measuring Luminous Flux and Color Maintenance of LED Lamps,
Light Engines and Luminaires
IES LM 85-14 Electrical and Photometric Measurements of High-Power LEDs
IES TM 21-11 Projecting Long Term Lumen Maintainance of LED Light
Sources
IES TM 28-14 Projecting Long Term Luminous Flux Maintainance of LED Lamps
and Luminaires

13.0 Lux Level Requirements

The Contractor shall conduct a lux level test at night under the following conditions to the
Engineer’s satisfaction:-

- Measurement Height from floor / Workplane : 0.8m

The lux meter shall have a valid cerficate which shall be provided to the Engineer.

The Contractor shall provide Dialux simulations to prove that the light fittings supplied and
installed shall comply to the following design parameters:-

No Area Average Maintained Maximum Lighting

Illuminance (lux) Power Budget (W / m2)
1 Lobbies 150 8
2 Staircase/Corridor 150 8
3 Plant Rooms 250 8
4 Service Corridors 100 6
5 Common Area 150 8
6 Carpark 120 3

14.0 TEST BOARD FOR LAMPS

The Contractor shall supply & install a test board for the testing of samples of light fittings. The board
shall consist of :-

a. Selector switches 2 Nos. - 6 ways

b. Isolating switches 3 Nos. 20 A SPN
c. Fluorescent starters of 3 other makes
d. Fluorescent ballast of 3 other makes for each rating 20W to 40W
e. Condensers to suit each type of lamp
f. Lamp holders to suit
g. Voltmeter 1 No.
h. Ammeter 2 Nos.
i. Watt hour meter 1 No.
j. Power factor meter 1 No.
k. Necessary terminals, wires and other accessories.

Light Fittings
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LIGHT FITTINGS

15.0 PACKAGING
Prior to installation in fittings shall be individually packed in substantial, reinforced cardboard cartons
adequate to prevent damage during normal handling. A label shall be affixed to the outside of each
carton clearly defining its contents. Each carton shall contain all the components of a complete
fitting except that fluorescent tubes & diffusers for recessed fittings may be packed separately.

16.0 DELIVERY
All fittings shall be delivered free into the store at site.

15.0 SAMPLES
Any tenderer may be asked to submit samples of any of all fittings before the acceptance of such
fistures for manufacture and delivery to site. Samples shall be delivered to a place designated by the
Architect within 14 days of a request to do so. Samples shall be supplied entirely at the supplier’s
risk & cot & shall be picked up by the supplier when the Architect has finished with them.

Notwithstanding the acceptance of any tender, the successful tenderer shall deliver & supply adequate
samples of light fittings for approval by the Architect prior to ordering of the lighting fixtures.

Submission of samples is not limited to any particular type or number of times depending on the final
finish quality of the sample lighting fixture. Sample shall be submitted as soon as the contract is
awarded to allow time for manufacture & delivery.

16.0 POWER SUPPLY

All fittings complete with necessary components supplied under this Contract shall be suitable for
240V/50c/S/1 ph. operation.

Light Fittings
 LIGHTING CUT SHEETS

LEGEND 1 x 8W WALL MOUNTED T8 TYPE LED LIGHT FITTING

Total Luminous Luminous System Power

900 100 9
Flux (Im) Efficacy (Im/W) Including Loses (W)

Product data
General Information

Electrical Data
Rated Input Voltage (V): 200-240
Rated Input Frequency (Hz): 50/60
Power Factor: > 0.90
Efficiency: > 0.90
THD: < 20%

Light Source
CRI: 80
Luminous Flux (lm): 850
CCT (K): 4000
Accessories
-
Dimension and Weight
612mm(L) x 54mm(W) x 87mm(H)
0.5kg
Ingress Protection IP20

1
 1 x 18W SURFACE MOUNTED T8 TYPE LED LIGHT FITTING

LEGEND 1 x 18W WALL MOUNTED T8 TYPE LED LIGHT FITTING

1 x 18W SUSPEND MOUNTED T8 TYPE LED LIGHT FITTING

Total 2145 Luminous 113 System Power Including Loses (W) 19
Luminous Efficacy (Im/W)
Flux (Im)

Product data
General Information

Electrical Data
Rated Input Voltage (V): 200-240
Rated Input Frequency (Hz): 50/60
Power Factor: > 0.95
Efficiency: > 0.90
THD: < 20%

Light Source
CRI: 80
Luminous Flux (lm): 2100
CCT (K): 4000
Accessories
-
Dimension and Weight
1221mm(L) x 54mm(W) x 87mm(H)
1.0kg
Ingress Protection IP20

2
LEGEND 1 x 18W WEATHER PROOF WALL MOUNTED T8 TYPE LED LIGHT FITTING

Total 2102 Luminous 105 System Power Including Loses (W) 20

Luminous Efficacy (Im/W)
Flux (Im)

Product data
General Information

Electrical Data
Rated Input Voltage (V): 200-240
Rated Input Frequency (Hz): 50/60
Power Factor: > 0.95
Efficiency: > 0.90
THD: < 20%

Light Source
CRI: 80
Luminous Flux (lm): 2100
CCT (K): 4000
Accessories
Diffuser : Polycarbonate
Dimension and Weight
1269mm(L) x 85mm(W) x 87mm(H)
2.0kg
Ingress Protection IP65

3
 2 x 18W SURFACE MOUNTED T8 TYPE LED LIGHT FITTING

LEGEND 2 x 18W WALL MOUNTED T8 TYPE LED LIGHT FITTING

2 x 18W SUSPEND MOUNTED T8 TYPE LED LIGHT FITTING

Total 4434 Luminous 117 System Power Including Loses (W) 38

Luminous Efficacy (Im/W)
Flux (Im)

Product data
General Information

Electrical Data
Rated Input Voltage (V): 200-240
Rated Input Frequency (Hz): 50/60
Power Factor: > 0.95
Efficiency: > 0.90
THD: < 20%

Light Source
CRI: 80
Luminous Flux (lm): 2100
CCT (K): 4000
Accessories
-
Dimension and Weight
1221mm(L) x 100mm(W) x 85mm(H)
1.1kg
Ingress Protection IP20

4
LEGEND 1 x 16W LED DOWNLIGHT FITTING

Total 1408 Luminous 88 System Power Including Loses (W) 16

Luminous Efficacy (Im/W)
Flux (Im)

Product data
General Information

Electrical Data
Rated Input Voltage (V): 200-240
Rated Input Frequency (Hz): 50/60
Power Factor: > 0.90
Efficiency: > 0.85
THD < 20%

Light Source
CRI: 80
Luminous Flux (lm): 1250
CCT (K): 3000 / 4000
Accessories
-
Dimension and Weight
160mm(ø) x 60mm (H)
0.7kg
Ingress Protection IP20

5
LEGEND 1 x 22W LED DOWNLIGHT FITTING

Total 2015 Luminous 92 System Power Including Loses (W) 22

Luminous Efficacy (Im/W)
Flux (Im)

Product data
General Information

Electrical Data
Rated Input Voltage (V): 200-240
Rated Input Frequency (Hz): 50/60
Power Factor: > 0.90
Efficiency: > 0.85
THD < 20%

Light Source
CRI: 80
Luminous Flux (lm): 2000
CCT (K): 4000
Accessories
-
Dimension and Weight
188mm(ø) x 98mm (H)
0.8kg
Ingress Protection IP20

6
LEGEND 1 x 11W LED DOWNLIGHT FITTING

Total 1030 Luminous 102 System Power Including Loses 10

Luminous Efficacy (Im/W) (W)
Flux (Im)

Product data
General Information

Electrical Data
Rated Input Voltage (V): 200-240
Rated Input Frequency (Hz): 50/60
Power Factor: > 0.90
Efficiency: > 0.83
THD < 20%

Light Source
CRI: 80
Luminous Flux (lm): 850
3000
CCT (K): /4000
Accessories
-
Dimension and Weight
160mm(ø) x 60mm(H)
0.7kg
Ingress Protection IP20

7
LEGEND 2 x 18W T8 TYPE LED 4’ X 2’ OFFICE LIGHTING

Total 3749 Luminous 99 System Power Including 38

Luminous Efficacy (Im/W) Loses (W)
Flux (Im)

Product data
General Information

Electrical Data
Rated Input Voltage (V): 200-240
Rated Input Frequency (Hz): 50/60
Power Factor: > 0.95
Efficiency: > 0.90
THD < 20%

Light Source
CRI: 80
Luminous Flux (lm): 2100
CCT (K): 4000
Accessories
Louver: Anodised Aluminium
Dimension and Weight
1222mm(L) x 600mm(W) x 90mm(H)
6.2kg
Ingress Protection IP20

8
LEGEND 2 x 8W SURFACE MOUNTED T8 TYPE LED LIGHT BOX FITTING

Total 1552 Luminous 88 System Power Including Loses 17.5

Luminous Efficacy (Im/W) (W)
Flux (Im)

Product data
General Information

Electrical Data
Rated Input Voltage (V): 200-240
Rated Input Frequency (Hz): 50/60
Power Factor: > 0.90
Efficiency: > 0.90
THD < 20%

Light Source
CRI: 80
Luminous Flux (lm): 850
CCT (K): 4000
Accessories
-

Dimension and Weight

612mm(L) x 600mm(W) x 90mm(H)
3.6kg
Ingress Protection IP20

9
LEGEND 14W LED WALL LIGHT

Total Luminous System Power Including Loses 22

Luminous Efficacy (Im/W) (W)
Flux (Im)

Product data
General Information

Electrical Data
Rated Input Voltage (V): 200-240
Rated Input Frequency (Hz): 50/60
Power Factor: > 0.90
Efficiency: > 0.90
THD < 20%

Light Source
CRI: 80
Luminous Flux (lm):
CCT (K): 3000
Accessories
-

Dimension and Weight

260mm(L) x 245mm(W) x 100mm(H)

Ingress Protection IP65

10
LEGEND 3W LED NON MAINTAINED EMERGENCY LIGHT

Technical data
General Information

Mode of Operation : Non – Maintained

Input Voltage : 240V± 10%, 50 Hz
Battery : Hi-Temp. Nickel Cadmium Battery.
Charging Current : 100mA (Nominal)
Lamp used : 3.0 Watt SMD LED (6 x 0.5 Watt)
Charger : Fully Automatic Constant Current. Solid-State Electronics Provide High
Reliability with Trickle Charge-Facility.
Backup Time : 3 Hours Duration.
Compliance : Malaysia Standards MS-619, IP-20.

11
 3W ROUND TYPE RECESS MOUNTED LED NON MAINTAINED
LEGEND EMERGENCY LIGHT

Technical data
General Information

Mode of Operation : Non – Maintained

Input Voltage : 240V± 10%, 50 Hz
Battery : Hi-Temp. Nickel Cadmium Battery.
Charging Current : 120mA (Nominal)
Lamp used : 3.0 Watt Power LED
Charger : Fully Automatic Constant Current. Solid-State Electronics Provide High
Reliability with Trickle Charge-Facility.
Backup Time : 3 Hours Duration.
Compliance : Malaysia Standards MS-619, IP-20.

12
LEGEND
SLIM TYPE MAINTAINED LED KELUAR SIGN

SLIM TYPE MAINTAINED LED DIRECTIONAL KELUAR SIGN

Technical data
General Information

Mode of Operation : Maintained

Input Voltage : 240V± 10%, 50 Hz
Battery : Hi-Temp. Nickel Cadmium Battery.
Charging Current : 50mA (Nominal)
Lamp used : 10 x SMD LED
Charger : Fully Automatic Constant Current. Solid-State Electronics Provide High
Reliability with Trickle Charge-Facility.
Backup Time : 3 Hours Duration.
Compliance : Malaysia Standards MS-983, IP-20.

Note:

1. Recessed Mounted Type for areas with false ceiling and suspended ceiling

2. Surface Mounted Type for areas without false ceiling and suspended ceiling

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 SECTION “8.0”

EARTHING SYSTEM
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EARTHING SYSTEMS

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION
Provide low impedance common earthing systems and connections for equipment earthing in
accordance with the Contract Documents.

1.2 WORK INCLUDED

Supply and delivery of earthing components to site, installation, connection of equipment earths
and testing of earth grid systems.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

Except as modified by the Contract Documents, comply with the latest applicable provisions and
latest recommendation of the following:-

MS 136 PVC Insulated Cables for Electricity Supply.

IEC 364-5-54 Electrical Installation of Buildings Part 5 -

Selection and Erection of Electrical
Equipment. Chapter 54 - Earthing
Arrangements and Protective Conductors.

BS 1432 Specification for Copper for Electrical

Purposes: High Conductivity Copper
Rectangular Conductors with Drawn or
Rolled Edges.

BS 2871 Specification for Copper and Copper Alloys Tubes.

BS 2874 Specification for Copper and Copper Alloy Rods and Sections (Other Than
Forging Stock).

BS 4109 Specification for Copper for Electrical

Purposes: Wire for General Electrical Purposes and for Insulated Cables and
Flexible Cords.

BS 6360 Specification for Conductors in Insulated cables and cords.

BS 7430 Code of Practice for Earthing.

BS 7671 Requirements for Electrical Installations.

IEC 62305:2006 Lightning Protection Standards

IEC 50164-1:2000 LPC- Requirement connection components

IEC 50164-2:2002 LPC- Requirement conductor & electrodes.

Tenaga Nasional Bhd Rules and Regulations

17th Edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations

Manufacturer shall have at least 30 years experience in the manufacture of similar

equipment/components. Similar to Furse or approved equivalent.

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EARTHING SYSTEMS

2.0 PRODUCT

2.1 GENERAL

Purpose of Earthing Grid System

1. To provide adequate path for earth fault currents.

2. To ensure safety to personnel from accidental electric shock hazards.
3. To prevent hazardous discharge of static electricity and fire-risk.
4. To provide earth path for lightning current discharge.

Common Earth-Bed/Grid System

The earth grid system shall consisting of 25mm x 6mm copper tape forming a grid system, solid
copper rod and create equal-potential earthing practice by connecting to the foundations and piles
of the buildings for the following services:-

1. Lightning protection earth

2. Electrical distribution earth (frame and neutral)
3. Supply intake (TNB) earth
4. Electronic (clean) earth
5. Telecommunication earth

Welding of Reinforcement Bar

1. A minimum of two separate reinforcement bars shall be provided at each connection point. The
structural reinforcement bar to which the connection is made shall be a continuous steel bar
extending a minimum of ten metres vertically into the pile.

2. For the bored pile reinforcement bars in the core area of the building, they will be interconnected
with a conductor loop to obtain a low resistance to earth.

3. Earth conductor shall be annealed copper tape for frame earth size not less than 150mm sq.
and not less than 300mm sq. for neutral earth.

4. Shop Drawings
Prior to commencement of works on the earth connection facilities in the foundation,
dimensioned drawings and diagrams showing all details of the facilities and materials to be used
shall be submitted to the Architect / Engineer for approval. The drawings submitted shall be
modified as necessary if requested by the Architect / Engineer and resubmitted for final
approval.

5. Site Inspection, Bonding Resistance and Earth Electrode Resistance Measurement

The method of measuring earth electrode resistance shall be in accordance with Bristish
Standard BS 7430 : 1991 entitled “Earthing”. The Contractor shall provide all necessary test
equipment for performing of earth electrode resistance measurement.

Sufficient prior notice shall be served to the Architect / Engineer for the inspection of the welding
of reinforcement extension prior to concreting of the pile cap. Prior to testing, the methodology
for testing shall be submitted to the Architect / Engineer for approval. No testing is permitted
without approval of testing procedures.

Full documentation of test results shall be submitted to the Architect / Engineer at the
completion of each phase of testing.

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EARTHING SYSTEMS
The earth resistance at each bore pile shall be of the order of 10 ohms or less. Should the
resistance reading of any of the bored piles before concreting of pile cap exceeds 3 ohms,
Additional bonding to the other starter bars of the bored pile shall be provided, if instructed by
the Architect / Engineer, to achieve lower resistance to earth.

6. As-Built Drawings and Final Test Records

The Contractor shall furnish to the Project Manager on the Data of Completion of the Contract
Works, or at such earlier time as may de deemed fit by the Project Manager, as-built drawings
of the earth connection works and final test records of the earth electrode resistance. They shall
have adequate details for future use by the project team and other contractors. The as-built
drawings and test records shall be presented in a format approved by the Architect / Engineer.

2.2 EARTHING SYSTEM

A complete earthing system comprising 25mm x 6mm copper tape or 2 x 150mm sq. PVC insulated
cable. All joint must be FURSEWELD EXOTHERMIC welded to earth electrode and bonded to
main earth grid system. An earth point (FET) shall be flushed to column, services room brick wall
or inside the production floor for connection to respective services.

The requirements of the earthing systems consists of manufacture, supply, install, testing,
commissioning and defects liability maintenance of all the complete earthing detailed below:

1. All HV 11KV and LV 415V/240V earthing for all meter panels, main switchboards, main
distribution boards, distribution boards, Generator Set, transformer, and UPS (frame and neutral
earthing).
2. All earthing of trunking, cable trays, cable ladders, conduits, junction boxes, lighting fittings,
general socket outlets, equipment.
3. All earthing for the telephone systems
4. All computer systems earthing
5. All main columns earthing

A six way copper main earth bar (MET/NEB) shall be installed in the sub-station, production floor or
services room at a height of 300mm above finished floor level and connected to the Fixed Earth
Terminal (FET).

Earth connections shall be run in approved positions and fixed in an approved manner generally in
square and symmetrical line using gunmetal saddles of appropriate size for securing tapes at
intervals not exceeding 3 feet and the copper tapes or cable shall be supplied in long unbroken
lengths to avoid unnecessary jointing.

The mating surfaces of all tapes at joints etc. shall be using proper junction clamp, such clamps
must be tested and comply with IEC 50164 test standard. All connections to electrical apparatus
shall be made by a bolted connection in a visible and accessible position. Consideration shall be
given so that incompatible.

All joints in exposed sections shall be protected against corrosion and the ingress of moisture by
the application of two coats of an approved anti corrosion paint.

Suitable earthing terminals shall be provided in all the switchgear enclosures, relay and instrument
casings and all other electrical metalwork for bonding to earth.

.The earthing systems shall include for measuring, making off, cutting, fitting and erecting, the
supply of necessary clamps and rag bolts complete with all fixing screws and rivets for fixing and
jointing the copper tape including the necessary lugs, installation material and the use jointers
tools.

The earth connection for all sections of the installation shall be electrically continuous throughout.

Earthing Systems
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EARTHING SYSTEMS
2.3 EARTHING ELECTRODE POINTS

Each external earthing point (if any) shall comprise with extensible type 5/8” diameter Solid Copper
Rod, with internal screw and socket joint, hardened steel tip, driving head and connector clamp.

The combined resistance of the earth electrodes shall, if possible, be less than one ohm and shall
meet the requirement of Tenaga Nasional Berhad or any local authority requirements.

Contractor shall carry out 4 Pole Soil Resistivity Tests on site (By An Approved Earthing
Specialist) to ascertain the location and number of earth points required, and allowance for such
tests shall be made in the Contract. The Contract sum for common earth grid system shall cover
any number of points or method required to achieve the required earthing resistance.

Where two more electrodes and driven to form a group, the heads of the electrodes in the group
shall be bonded to each other by means of copper tape, laid at a depth of 200mm in the ground.

Where group conditions are favorable for the use of rods in parallel to form group, the distance
between the rods should be at least equal to twice their driven length.

Heavy duty Electrode chambers, chequer plate covers shall be provided under this Contract. The
Contract shall include for the driving of all earth electrodes, connecting to the main earth bar and
testing to the satisfaction of the Employer’s Representative with a ‘Megger’ digital earth tester
provide by the installer and all testers must have SIRIM Calibration.

The Contractor shall provide final record drawing of all earthing as installed.

2.4 SYSTEM EARTHING

The earthing systems for all systems shall be designed to the following criteria:
1. Lowest electrical resistance (in ohms)
2. Good corrosion resistance
3. Able to carry the high current repeatedly
4. Reliable life span of at least 30 years
5. Comply with IEC 50164 test.

Earthing resistance measurements for individual systems shall be as follows:

1. HV & LV systems – not exceeding 1 ohm
2. Lightning protection system – not exceeding 3 ohms
3. Telephone system – not exceeding 1 ohms
4. Computer system – not exceeding 1 ohms
5. Bored Pile or any other pile– not exceeding 20 ohms
6. The main structural columns shall be bonded with exothermically Thermoweld and earthing
leads will be taken to the above pits.

2.5 EXOTHERMIC WELDING

Exothermic welding connections shall be provided for all buried connections. The method of
welding shall be as follows:-

1 Install the portion of copper conductor into a mould and fire the powder in the crucible which
produce a super-heated flow of molten copper into the mould.

2 Where required, insulate the welded connections with self fusing electrical tape and cover vinyl
plastic electrical tape to a thickness equal to the conductor insulation.

Earthing Systems
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EARTHING SYSTEMS

2.6 The electrical distribution earthing system to be provided shall consist of the following :-

Plant-room Main Earth Bar System

1. A lopped earth conductor shall act as the main earth bar (MET/NEB) installed within the
electrical rooms or plant-rooms. The main earth bar shall be sized to carry the rated short-circuit
current without creating any fire-risk.
2. Two (2) service earthing conductors shall be extended in separate routes from the main earth
bar to the equipment earth bar in each switchboard, motor control centre, frame earth, etc.
3. Conductors from the main earth bar shall be provided as indicated in the design drawings.

Main Switchboard, Motor Control Centre, Unit Substations and Primary Switchgear.

Each section of the switchboards, motor control centres, unit substations and primary switchgear
enclosure and service conduits entering same to the respective equipment earth bar shall be
bonded.

Socket outlets, switches, lighting luminaires and motors.

1. Socket outlets, switches and lighting luminaires shall be earthed by means of a green/yellow
PVC covered copper protective conductor complying with MS 274.
2. Install bonding jumpers between outlet box and socket outlet earthing terminal except where
contact device or yoke is provided for earthing purposes.
3. Motors shall use the armours of the power supply cables as protective earth conductors.
Approved glands shall be provided for bonding. The armours shall be sized to carry the
prospective hort-circuit currents. If the cross section of the armour is inadequate, a separate
protective conductor shall be used.

Busbar trunkings

1. Where busbar trunking routes to switchboard, the integrated earth bar in the busbar trunking
shall be extended to the earth bar on the switchboards.

2. Where busbar trunkings are served via cable tap boxes, earth conductors from earth bar in the
busbar trunking shall be extended to equipment earth bar of switchboard.

3. All busbar trunking tap-offs and fuse devices shall have earth connection within them for positive
connection to earth bar of the busbar trunking.

Raised floors.

1. All raised floors shall be electrically bonded especially for data center.
2. Insulated 25 mm square earth connectors from opposite ends of raised floor shall be connected
to panel board serving that area.

Telecommunication earth.

Main telephone terminal board and riser terminal boards shall be earthed by installing a bare
copper tape riser between the building service earth and the last riser terminal board. The design,
routing and location of the telecommunication earth riser, terminal bar and earth connections shall
be similar to that of the distribution earthing system. At each terminal riser board, one (1) copper
wire from the telephone riser earth shall terminate at the riser terminal board. The method of
bonding shall be similar to that of the distribution earth system.

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EARTHING SYSTEMS

Electronic (Clean) earth/ ELV earth

Electronic (clean) earth conductors shall be installed in a similar manner as the distribution earthing
system via the riser to the top-most utilization floor.

The riser shall be connected to earthing terminal.

Facilities for the connection of the earth of electronic equipment at every floor shall be provided for
connection of earth conductors.

2.7 EARTH LABELS

Label all the various types of earth at every floor. The respective earth terminals and earth pits shall
be correctly labeled. Stainless steel cover shall be provided for each test point with proper labeling.

2.8 TESTING

1. Site Tests. All site tests shall comply with the requirements of BS 7430 and BS 7671.
2. Visual Inspection
a. Condition and size of conductor.
b. Check correct fastening of conductors and interval of clips.
c. Completeness, tightness, material of earthing joints/connections and correct type of
clamps/joints and connections.
d. Check exothermic welds.
e. Condition and size of earth electrode and earth joint pit.
f. Protection against mechanical damage to the conductor.
g. Check provision and correctness of labels.
h. Protection against corrosion.
3. Earth Resistance Tests
Measure earth resistance of each pile cap and grid.
Measure earth resistance of each earthing system.
4. Continuity Test
Check continuity of all connection.

Earthing Systems
 SECTION “9.0”

LIGHTNING PROTECTION
SYSTEM
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LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEM

LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEM

General Technical Specifications

Protection Against Lightning:

1.0 General:

The following section is for the complete design and installation of an earthing and
lightning protection system. The buildings specified are to be provided with lightning
protection and shall have a earthing system installed as described hereunder which
shall be in accordance with the latest revision of the BS and IEC standards including,
BSEN 62305:2006, BSEN 62305-1, BSEN 62305-2, BSEN 62305-3, BSEN 62305-4,
BSEN 50164-1 and 2 as amended to date, and must comply with the performance
requirements laid down therein. In addition all local authority requirements are to be
strictly adhered to.

Work Included:
All materials, equipment and components for a safe and durable lightning protection
system in accordance with BS 6651 or IEC 62305 /BSEN 62305 and BS 7430
incorporating with:
BS 6651:1999
Incorporating requirements to BS EN 50164-1:2000 connection components
BS 7430:1998
Incorporating requirements to BS EN 50164-2:2002 earth electrodes

Quality Assurance:
Except as modified by the Contract Documents; comply with the latest applicable
provisions and latest recommendation of:

1. BS6651: Code of Practice for Protection of Structures against

Lightning.
BS EN 50164-1:2000
Part 1: Requirements for connection components
BS EN 50164-2:2002
Part 2: Requirements for conductors and earth electrodes

2. BS 7430: Code of Practice for Earthing.

- Manufacturer shall have at least 20 years experience in manufacture of similar

equipment.

Lightning Protection System

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LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEM

Risk Management :
The method adopted for the implementation of managing risk to lightning protection is
new approach to risk management looking at risk in a far broader sense than merely
physical damage that can be cause to a structure by a lightning discharge. This risk
management account taken into the consideration as illustrated by the following:

 Identified the structure to be protected

 Identify the types of loss relevant to the structure to be protected
 Tolerable level of risk
 Identify the relevant losses
 Identify of risk components

Products
- Components: Air terminations
Down conductors
Clamps and Clips
Test Joints
Earth Termination

The latest standard BSEN62305-3 to comply with the material components test under
BSEN50164, all the material, configuration and dimensions of the lightning protection
components is essential when linking the varies elements of an LPS together. The
requirement need to know that the components, conductors, earth electrodes etc will
meet the highest level when it comes to durability, long term exposure to the
environmental element and perhaps most importantly of all, the ability to dissipate the
lightning current safely and harmlessly to earth.

- Test comply: Environmental ageing test for salt mist and humid Sulphurous
atmosphere ageing.
100KA Electrical impulse withstand test (simulate to the lightning impulse test).

- Test Report: All connection components must have successfully complete

BSEN50164-1 testing at a purpose built laboratory and witnessed an internationally
recognized inspection organization.

Lightning Protection System

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LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEM

2.0 Technical Definitions:

2.1 Lightning Protection System:

Complete system used to reduce physical damage due to lightning flashes striking a
structure. It consists of both external and internal lightning protection systems.

2.2 Air Termination System:

Part of external lightning protection system using metallic elements such as rods,
mesh conductors or centenary wires which is intended to intercept lightning flashes.

The subject of ESE technology was debated in the Working Groups of the technical
committee with a decision NOT to include this technology or indeed make any direct
reference to it.

There is a statement in Annex A of BSEN 62305-3 that states "For the determination
of the volume protected only the real physical dimensions of the metal air
termination system shall be considered".

2.3 Down-Conductor:

A conductor that connects the air terminal(s) to the earth terminal(s).

2.4 Earth Terminal:

The part of a lightning protection system that is intended to discharge lightning

currents into the general mass of earth.

2.5 Bond:

A conductor that provides electrical connection between the lightning protection

system and the metal work of the structure to be protected (or between various parts
of this metal work). Conductor connecting separated conducting parts to a lightning
protection system.

2.5.1 Joint:

A mechanical junction between two conductors for the purpose of providing

electrical continuity between two parts of the lightning protection system.

2.5.2 Earthing Electrode:

The part of an earth terminal which makes direct electrical contact with the earth and
disperses the lightning current to the earth.

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2.5.3 Testing Joint:

A joint in a down-conductor or in a bond connecting two parts of the earth terminal

so designed and situated as to enable measurements to be made of the resistance to
earth or of continuity of parts of the lightning protection system.

2.6 Description of Materials:

2.6.1 Air Terminals and Down-Conductors:

External lightning protection system consists of air termination system, down

conductor system and earth termination system. These individual elements of an LPS
should be connected together using appropriate lightning protection components
complying with BSEN 50164 series. The role of an air termination system is to
capture the lightning discharge current and dissipate it harmlessly to earth via the
down conductor and earth termination system. The air termination components
should be installed on corners, exposed points and edges of the structure. Meshed
conductor network that may lie in direct contact with the roof. Conductors must be of
copper alloy in accordance with the requirements of BSEN. All copper conductors
must have a cross-sectional area of not less than 50mm². The dimensions of any flat
conductors to be 25mm x 3mm.

Contractor to carry out the risk assessment and submit the result for the selection and
type of Lightning Protection System (LPS) before proceeding with material and shop
drawing approval. There are four levels of LPS and choice of what class of LPS shall
be installed is governed by the result of the risk assessment calculation. The selection
of the air termination mesh size are defined based on the selection of the LPS.

Down conductors should be direct route from the air termination system. Lateral
connections either by fortuitous metal work or external conductors made to the down
conductors at regular intervals. The down conductor spacing corresponds with the
relevant class of LPS, type of LPS selection shall be based on the risk assessment
study by the contractor.

BS6651 and BSEN62305 allows the use of natural conductors such as rebars and
structural steelwork, provided that they are electrically continuous and adequately
earthed.

2.6.2 Earthing Electrodes:

Earthing electrodes must consist of extensible solid copper rods not less that 16mm
diameter driven into the ground. Where it is necessary to join earth rods together, a
non-ferrous corrosion resistant coupling device is to be used which prevents ingress
of moisture into the joint.

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2.6.3 Joints:

Where it is necessary to join lengths of circular section conductor, this must be done
by weld process by using moulds from the manufacturer and in the case of flat
conductor by using junction clamp.

2.6.4 Bonds:

All metal works, including water pipes, gas pipes, handrails, air conditioning units,
metal cladding, metal roof etc in the vicinity of the Lightning Protection System
(LSP) must be bonded to it, to avoid the danger of side flashing.

Where it is necessary to bond the copper conductor to any other metallic surface, this
must be done by bolting or riveting. Care should be taken when attaching copper to a
dissimilar metal to prevent electrolytic corrosion in that the joints are to be
thoroughly cleaned and subsequently sealed. Proprietary bi-metallic connectors shall
be used. LPS earth shall be bonded to the main electrical earth, as well as any other
earthing system present in the structure.

2.6.5 Air Termination network:

Conductor Guides:

Select the correct fixings for each part of the conductor systems. The conductor must
be mounted in conductor guides conforming with the material specification, which
allow free longitudinal movement of the conductor to cater for expansion and
contraction of the system due to temperature variation. The guides must be attached
to the structure by screwing and plugging using two screws which must be suitably
plated for use in inland areas, or manufactured from stainless steel for use in coastal
areas.

The conductor system should preferably be supported in guides so that an air gap
exists at all times between the copper and the concrete surface, the guides being
seated upon plastic or other similar insulating material. Should conductors be
installed directly upon the surface of the concrete or plaster an insulating strip is to
be installed over its whole length to prevent contact between the two surfaces.
Guides should be installed to support the conductor at intervals not exceeding 1
metres horizontally or 1.2 metres vertically.

Expansion Loops:

Where conductors are installed horizontally without deviation from a straight line
over long distances, expansion loops must be provided at distances not exceeding 30
metres. These expansion loops must have a cross-sectional area which is at least
50mm².

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2.7 General Installation Procedure:

2.7.1 Air Terminals:

Copper conductors are to be installed along all ridges or roofs and projections such
as crescent structure of the grandstand, etc., terminating at the ends with conductors
running downwards over the surface of the roof and the eaves. Non-metallic
structures must have a conductor installed in the form of a closed loop upon their
upper surfaces. The conductors are to follow the outer contour of the stack and must
be bonded at a convenient point to the nearest component of the air terminal system.

This bond may run in a horizontal or downward direction but under no circumstances
must any part of it run above horizontal.

In all cases where metallic gutters have been installed along the eaves of a pitched
roof, these must be bonded to the air terminal system.

Where metallic gutters do not exist, however, a conductor must be installed over the
surface of the roof at eaves level to which the remainder of the air terminal system is
to be bonded, with the following exceptions.

Where the maximum distance from ground level to the eaves of the building is less
than 4 metres and the pitch of the roof is more than 1 in 2.

Where the maximum distance from ground level to the eaves is less than 7 metres
and the pitch of the roof is more than 1 in .5 or

Where the distance from ground level to the eaves is more than 7 metres and the
pitch of the roof is more than 1 in 1, i.e. the included angle at the apex of the roof is
less than 90º. Under these circumstances eaves conductors need not be installed.

On large roofs it may be necessary to install additional bonds between the ridge and
eaves conductors, as the maximum separating distances between these bonds must
not exceed the dimensions as per the calculation and standards. Contractor to carry
out the risk assessment and submit the result for the selection and type of Lightning
Protection System (LPS) before proceeding with material and shop drawing approval
as in according to BSEN62305-2.

Any non-metallic objects which protrude above the general roof lines such as grand
stand crescent ends must be protected as described above with a suitable air terminal
system.

Any metallic objects which protrude above the general roof line, must be bonded as
directly as possible to the nearest eaves conductor, gutter or other part of the
lightning protection system.

These bonding conductors must run in horizontal or preferably a downward

direction, from the vent pipe or structure etc. to the lightning protection system.

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2.7.2 Air Terminals for Metallic Pitched Roofs:

Building with roofs covered with electrically continuous metal sheets do not require
separate air terminals but must be earthed via down-conductors.

Any non-metallic objects projecting above the general roofline must be separately
protected.

2.7.3 Air Terminals for Non-Metallic Flat or Mono-Pitched Roofs:

For flat or non-pitched roofs on non-metallic construction, the air terminal system
must consist of copper alloy conductors installed around the outer perimeter of each
section of the roof structure. These conductors must be installed on top of parapet
walls if these exist or the side of structure. Motor rooms, roof plant rooms for
swimming pool which protrude above the general roof line must have air terminal
conductors installed around the outer perimeter of each roof slab or parapet wall.

Any metallic objects which protrude above the roof line, such as crescent structure,
handrails, etc., must be bonded directly to the nearest component of the lightning
protection system.

On large flat roofs additional air terminal conductors must be installed to run
perpendicularly to the long side of the building across the surface of the roof at
approximately equal spacings not exceeding 15 metres.

The ends of these conductors must be bonded directly to the perimeter air terminal
system or to down-conductors.

It is not permissible for the ends of these conductors to be bonded directly to the
perimeter air terminal system if the latter is installed upon a parapet wall having a
height exceeding 500mm above roof slab level. In these circumstances the
conductors are to be bonded directly to the down conductors. This may be achieved
by passing the conductors through holes drilled into the parapet wall or by bonding
the ends directly to the steel reinforcement at roof slab level (see Reinforced
Concrete Structures).

2.7.4 Air Terminals for Metallic Flat or Mono-Pitched Roofs:

These types of roofs do not require separate air terminal conductors, providing that
there is electrical continuity between the metallic roofing sheets. Should the roof be
surrounded by a non-metallic parapet wall, however, conductors are to be installed at
the top of the wall and these must be bonded to the metallic roof at intervals not
exceeding 20 metres.

If the parapet wall is clad with metal over its upper surface or a handrail is installed
which affords good electrical continuity, separate air terminal conductors need not be
installed. Under these circumstances the metal handrail or cladding must be bonded
to the metal roof covering at intervals not exceeding 20 metres.

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A non-metallic covering such as slated, tiles, asbestos cement sheeting, etc.,

supported by a steel structure being electrically continuous throughout may be
treated as being of a complete metal construction. In these circumstances no separate
air terminals system need be installed providing that the steel roof structure is
bonded to earth at intervals.

2.7.5 Down-Conductors for Non-Metallic Structures:

Down-conductors must be installed at regular intervals around structures and to run

as directly as possible between air terminal and earthing systems.

They must where practicable be positioned at the external corners of the structure.
The maximum separating distance between down-conductors around the perimeter of
the structure must not exceed 30 minus 0.4H, where H is the maximum height of the
structure above ground level measured in metres.

The upper ends must be securely bonded to the air terminal system and the lower
ends to the earthing system. Caution must be exercised when bonding dissimilar
metals together.

The lower ends of down-conductors are to be terminated and bonded to the earthing
system at least 500mm above finished ground level. Test joints may be provided
between the down-conductors and earthing system. Down-conductors where possible
must run vertically between the air terminal and earthing systems. Should this prove
in some case to be impracticable, their course may be deviated to run at any angle up
to and including horizontal. They must never run, however, above horizontal.

Where it is necessary to run conductors horizontally over the upper surface of a

structural protrusion such as an exposed concrete slab the conductor may run down
vertically over the edge of the slab and return to the main structure so that the
distance between the upper and lower conductors exceeds one-third of the length of
the horizontal run. Looped down-conductors are not permitted.

Down-conductors must not run over the underside of large overhangs which are less
than 6 metres above ground level or other areas where people are likely to be present
during a thunderstorm.

External or internal metallic pipes may be used as down-conductors providing that

these are of substantial section and are jointed by screwing one length into another or
welding. Thin gauge galvanized steel pipes whose sections are held together by
friction, rivets or screws must not form part of a lightning protection system.

Large expanses of metal work which are exposed on the face of a structure, such as
curtain walling or cladding etc., must be bonded together and to the down-conductor
system at regular intervals. External metal staircases and fire escapes which are
electrically continuous over their complete length must be bonded to the lightning
protection system at their upper and lower extremities.

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2.7.6 Down-Conductors for Reinforced Concrete Framed Structures:

The steel reinforcement of this type of structure may be used in place of down-
conductors.

No special provision need be made to ensure electrical continuity through the

reinforcement system other than the normal technique of welding the various
sections together, which is considered to be adequate.

The reinforcing system of prefabricated concrete buildings must not be used unless
special provision is made for bonding the various prefabricated sections together.
Where the reinforcing system is used, the air terminal system must be bonded to it at
intervals.

This bond may be achieved by clamping a steel conductor to a selected reinforcing

bar, the opposite end of this conductor must terminate at a corrosion resistant
metallic terminal mounted flush with the face of the concrete surface. The copper
alloy bond may then be taken from the air terminal system to this bonding terminal.

A similar system may be used to bond the reinforcing system at ground level to the
earthing system at points directly below the air terminal bonds. In this case, copper
conductors must be used as the external bonding material.

Under no circumstances must copper or other non-ferrous material be allowed to

come into contact with steel reinforcing bars as this may cause severe corrosion and
subsequent structural damage. Neither must the steel reinforcing system be exposed
to the atmosphere for long periods.

Care is to be taken to ensure that the lightning protection system is not bonded to any
part of the structure which is electrically isolated from the remainder of the building,
i.e. cantilevered sections. In these circumstances or where it is otherwise
impracticable to use the reinforcing system, external down-conductors must be
installed.

2.7.7 Down-Conductors for Steel Frame Structures:

Where the framework of a building is constructed of structural steel columns, these

may be used in place of down-conductors providing that the separating distance
between them does not exceed the maximum specified.

The upper ends of the columns must be bonded to the air terminal systems and the
lower ends to the earthing system.
2.7.8 Earthing by means of Vertically installed Rod-Type Electrodes:

Where soil conditions are favourable, solid copper rod-type electrodes must be
driven into the ground at a position directly below each down-conductor.

Extending the length of the electrode by jointing on additional sections and driving
them more deeply into the ground, or

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Driving additional shorter lengths individually into the ground and bonding these
together underground with a 25x3 mm insulated copper tape conductor. It is
important that the minimum horizontal separating distance between electrodes
installed in this manner must not be less than their installed depths.

The upper ends of installed rod-type electrodes are to be terminated approximately

500mm below finished surface level. A 25x3 mm copper tape bonding conductor
must be installed to run between each earthing electrode system and the lower ends
of the adjacent down-conductors. A joint is to be made between each of these
bonding conductors and the down-conductors at a position approximately 500mm
above finished ground level.

Where there is the danger of these bonding conductors being damaged by traffic or
gardening operations, they are to be installed into PVC conduit securely affixed to
the wall. The length of this conduit must be approximately 800mm and must be
installed so that approximately 400mm protrudes above ground level, the remainder
being buried into the soil.

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MAIN SWITCHBOARD
SURGE DIVERTERS SYSTEMS
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MAIN SWITCHBOARD SURGE DIVERTERS
1.0 Main Switchboard Surge Diverters (120 KA Per Phase)
This specification is applicable to main switchboards where the use of multiple redundant segment
surge diverters is recommended. Rating shall be 120 KA per phase (8/20us)
1.1 General
Supply and install surge diverters on each phase and neutral of the main switchboard. The surge
diverters shall provide protection against multiple impulses caused by lightning or other transient
disturbances. The surge diverters shall be connected between each phase, neutral and earth so that
effective all mode protection is obtained.
1.2 Standards
The surge diverters shall have a single shot 8/20us rating of l20kA per phase and shall be suitably rated
to withstand multiple impulses as defined by location category C, high exposure sites, in ANSI/IEEE
C62.41, AS 1768-1991 or BS 6651-1992, Appendix C.
1.3 Construction
The surge diverters shall be based upon metal oxide varistor technology and shall be housed in metal
enclosures. Each surge diverter shall comprise of no less than three multiple redundant MOV segments
and each segment shall comprise a single MOV of rating no less than 40kA for an 8/20us impulse.
Each MOV segment shall be individually fused and alarmed with a suitable display showing percentage
active. A thermal sensor shall be incorporated to sense internal component temperature. An over
temperature condition shall activate the local display and an external alarm.
The neutral-earth protection shall comprise a high energy gas filled arrester of voltage rating 350V and
surge rating of l00kA for an 8/20us impulse.
1.4 Alarms
Each surge diverter shall display percentage active plus an indication of over temperature. A voltage
free changeover contact shall be incorporated in each diverter. This shall activate upon the failure of any
one MOV segment or an over temperature condition. The contact shall be isolated to 4kV to any active
circuitry.
1.5 Performance
Each surge diverter shall be rated for a nominal operating voltage of 240V rms & a maximum operating
voltage of 275V rms. Let through voltage for a 6kV 1.2/50us, 6kA 8/20us impulse shall be less than
750V when measured at the diverter terminals.
Earth leakage current from any phase or neutral to earth shall be less than 1 micro amp.

2.0 Main Switchboard Surge Diverters (80 KA [8/20us] Per Phase)

This specification is applicable to main switchboards where 80 KA (8/20us) per phase surge diverters is
recommended.
2.1 General
Supply and install surge diverters on each phase and neutral of the distribution board. The surge
diverters shall provide protection against multiple impulses caused by lightning or other transient
disturbances. The surge diverters shall be connected between each phase, neutral and earth so that
effective all mode protection is obtained.
2.2 Standards
The surge diverter shall have two single shot 8/2Ous rating of 8OkA per phase and shall be suitably
rated to withstand multiple impulses as defined by location category C, high exposure in ANSI/IEEE
C62.41, AS 1768-1991 or BS6651-1992, Appendix C.
2.3 Construction
The surge diverter shall be based upon metal oxide varistor technology and shall be housed in metal
enclosures. Each surge diverter shall comprise two 40kA MOV between each phase and neutral plus
an equivalent rating between neutral and earth. This configuration must allow for protection between
line-neutral, line-earth and neutral-earth.
Each MOV shall be individually fused and alarmed with a suitable display showing MOV integrity.

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2.4 Alarms
Each surge diverter shall display MOV integrity per phase. A voltage free changeover contact shall be
incorporated in each diverter. This shall provide a common alarm indicating any phase failure. The
contact shall be isolated to 4kV to any active circuitry.
2.5 Performance
Each surge diverter shall be rated for a nominal operating voltage of 240V rms and a maximum operating
voltage of 275V rms. Let through voltage for a 6kV 1.2/50us, 3kA 8/20us impulse shall be less than 700V
between any phase & neutral and between any phase and earth. Let through voltage between neutral &
earth shall be less than 250V. These measurements shall be made at the diverter terminals.
Earth leakage current from any phase or neutral to earth shall be less than 1 micro amp.

3.0 Distribution Board Surge Diverters (40 KA [8/20us] Per Phase)

This specification is applicable to distribution boards downstream from a main switchboard protected
with high energy surge diverter but located at different building to a main switchboard. Where the use of
40 KA (8/20us) per phase surge diverter is recommended.
3.1 General
Supply and install surge diverters on each phase and neutral of the distribution board. The surge
diverters shall provide protection against multiple impulses caused by lightning or other transient
disturbances. The surge diverters shall be connected between each phase, neutral and earth so that
effective all mode protection is obtained.
3.2 Standards
The surge diverter shall have a single shot 8/20us rating of 40kA per phase and shall be suitably rated
to withstand multiple impulses as defined by location category C in ANSI C62.41, AS 1768-1991 or BS
6651-1992, Appendix C.
3.3 Construction
The surge diverter shall be based upon metal oxide varistor technology and shall be housed in metal
enclosures. Each surge diverter shall comprise one 40kA MOV between each phase and neutral plus
an equivalent rating between neutral and earth. This configuration must allow for protection between
line-neutral, line-earth and neutral-earth.
Each MOV shall be individually fused and alarmed with a suitable display showing MOV integrity.
3.4 Alarms
Each surge diverter shall display MOV integrity per phase. A voltage free changeover contact shall be
incorporated in each diverter. This shall provide a common alarm indicating any phase failure. The
contact shall be isolated to 4kV to any active circuitry.
3.5 Performance
Each surge diverter shall be rated for a nominal operating voltage of 240V rms and a maximum operating
voltage of 275V rms. Let through voltage for a 6kV 1.2/50us, 3kA 8/20us impulse shall be less than 700V
between any phase and neutral & between any phase and earth. Let through voltage between neutral &
earth shall be less than 250V. These measurements shall be made at the diverter terminals.
Earth leakage current from any phase or neutral to earth shall be less than 1 microamp.

4.0 Distribution Board Surge Diverters (16 KA [8/20us] Per Phase)

This specification is applicable to distribution boards downstream from a main switchboard protected
with high energy surge diverter and located at same building to a main switchboard. Where the use of
16 K4 (8/20us) per phase surge diverter is recommended.
4.1 General
Supply & install surge diverters on each phase and neutral of the distribution board. The surge diverters
shall provide protection against multiple impulses caused by lightning or other transient disturbances.
The surge diverters shall be connected between each phase, neutral and earth so that effective all
mode protection is obtained.

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4.2 Standards
The surge diverter shall have a single shot 8/2Ous rating of l6kA per phase & shall be suitably rated to
withstand multiple impulses as defined by location category B in ANSI C62.41, AS 1768-1991 or BS
665 1-1992, Appendix C.
4.3 Construction
The surge diverter shall be based upon metal oxide varistor technology and shall be housed in metal
enclosures. Each surge diverter shall comprise one l6kA MOV between each phase and neutral plus an
equivalent rating between neutral and earth. This configuration must allow for protection between
active-neutral, active-earth and neutral-earth.
Each MOV shall be individually fused and alarmed with a suitable display showing MOV integrity.
4.4 Alarms
Each surge diverter shall display MOV integrity per phase. This shall provide a common indicating any
phase failure.
4.5 Performance
Each surge diverter shall be rated for a nominal operating voltage of 240V rms and a maximum operating
voltage of 275V rms. Let through voltage for a 6kV 1.2/50us, 3kA 8/20us impulse shall be less than 750V
between any phase and neutral & between any phase and earth. Let through voltage between neutral &
earth shall be less than 250V. These measurements shall be made at the diverter terminals.
Earth leakage current from any phase or neutral to earth shall be less than 1 micro amp.

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CIRCUIT BREAKERS,
SWITCHES AND ISOLATORS
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1. All devices shall have voltage ratings and frequency suitable for the supply characteristics to which they
are applied and shall conform to the latest British Standard Specifications in all respect with regard to
designs, constructions, performances and tests. Devices manufactured in accordance with other
technical specifications will only be considered if Test Certificates issued by KEMA or other recognized
testing authorities are submitted to show their full compliance with British Standard and ASTA rules.
Unless otherwise specified elsewhere, all device shall withstand a minimum breaking capacity of 31
MVA at 415 volt, 50 Hz for a duration of 3.0 second.

2. Air Circuit Breakers shall be selected in accordance with the following:-

i) They shall be of metal-clad, flush mounted, horizontal draw out isolation and air break type.
ii) They shall comply fully with BS 3659 and applicable parts of BS
iii) They shall consist of quick-make, quick-break, mechanically and electrically trip free mechanism
arranged to give double break in all poles simultaneously and equipped with a direct acting, dual
magnetic series, or built-in current transformer type over current release.
iv) Their dual over current release shall be arranged for inverse time current characteristics in the
overload range, and for instantaneous tripping without intentioned time delay in the short circuit
range.
v) They shall have self-reset under-voltage release with adjustable time delay connected to the line
side for tripping the breaker either on falling voltage (adjustable between 20% to 65% of nominal)
or loss of incoming supply.
vi) Their tripping mechanism shall be stable and not capable of being opened by shocks or jars.
They shall be equipped with independent manual push button trip by means of movement of a
latching mechanism.
vii) Their closing mechanism shall be of store energy, independent manual closing type.
viii) They shall be provided with contacts of a type removing arching duty from the main contact
surfaces. All contacts shall be of renewable type.
ix) Each pole shall be complete with an arc chute and interpole barriers to reduce arching time, rapid
deionization of the arc & guard against flash over during maximum breaking capacity interruptions.
x) Their operating mechanisms and carriages shall be equipped with position indicators and
interlock devices as follows:-
a) Prevent withdrawal of breaker while the breaker is in the closed position.
b) Prevent the closure of breaker while the carriage is in any position between “fully isolated”
and “fully home”.
c) Prevent opening of door while breaker is closed.
xi) Provision shall be made so that it is possible to operate the breaker mechanism, if required for
inspection and testing purposes, when the breaker is fully isolated.
xii) They shall be equipped with additional six numbers of auxiliary switches of double break design,
independently adjustable to either “normally open” or “normal closed” type and capable of setting
for early or late operation.
xiii) Mechanical interlocks, where specified, shall be made of code key type, having engraved-type
lock and removable key arranged to mechanically operate the trip mechanism latch so that the
breaker can only be closed when the key is trapped in the lock.
xiv) Electrical interlocks where specified shall be controlled by means of operation of auxiliary switches
of another breakers designed to cut out the closing coils & mechanism of the prevent breakers.
v) Where used as the tie-breaker, they shall be equipped with electrical interlocks & mechanical
interlock so that it is not possible for the tiebreaker to close with its associated main incoming
supply breaker closed.
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3. Moulded case circuit breakers shall be selected in accordance with the following:
i) They shall consist of manually operated, quick-make, quick-break, mechanically trip free operating
mechanism for simultaneous operation of all poles, with contacts, de-ion arc interrupters & trip
elements for each pole, all enclosed in moulded glass fibre polyester resin cases.
ii) They shall comply fully with BS 3871 : Part 2.
iii) Their tripping units shall be of thermal-magnetic type having bimetallic elements for time delay
overload protection and magnetic elements for short circuit protection.
iv) They shall be manually operable by means of toggle type handle having “tripped” position
midway between the “off” and “on” position. The toggle type handle shall also be permanently
inscribed with position indicator to show actual status of breakers.
v) They shall be equipped with ambient temperature compensating features extending to 45°C.
vi) Where installed in switchboards having a symmetrical breaking current exceeding 40 KA at 415V,
50Hz they shall be equipped with current limiting device of either a magnetic repulsion moving
contact type or a permanent self resetting powder fuse type. The current limiting devices shall in
every cases, be capable of interrupting a symmetrical breaking current exceeding 50 KA at 415
Volt, 50 Hz.
The current limiting devices shall co-ordinate with the normal trip mechanism so that all fault &
overload currents occurring within the safe capability of the breakers shall cause the breakers to
open, and all current occurring beyond the capability of the breakers shall cause the operation of
the current limiting devices.
vii) Frame size exceeding 800 Amp shall, unless otherwise specified, be of withdrawal type & having
interchargeable trips.
viii) Frame size of 600 Amp and below shall be of “bolted-in” with non interchargeable trips.
ix) Frame size of 400 Amp and above shall have thermal and adjustable magnetic trip at the external
case.

4. Miniature circuit breakers where indicated shall only be used for distribution switchboard having an
interrupting symmetrical current not exceeding 5,000 Amp at 240V, 50 Hz. They shall further be
selected in accordance with the following:-
i) They shall be of quick-make, quick-break , trip free mechanism with silver tungsten contacts, de-
ion arc interrupters, trip elements all enclosed in moulded phenolic plastic case.
ii) They shall comply fully with BS 3871 : Part 1.
iii) Their tripping elements shall be of thermal magnetic type having an instantaneous short circuit
and inverse time over current characteristic.
iv) They shall be manually operable by means of toggle type handles having visual indication of
whether the breakers are opened, closed or tripped.
v) They shall be equipped with spring clamp at line terminal for “plug-in” to the live busbar of the
distribution switchboard and pressure type terminal for outgoing circuits.

5. Earth leakage circuit breakers shall be only used for distribution switchboard having an interrupting
symmetrical current not exceeding 5,000 Amp at 240 Volt, 50 Hz. They shall be either of voltage
operated type or current operated type selected in accordance with the earthing conditions of the
relevant parts of the l.E.E. Regulations. They shall further be selected in accordance with the following:-
i) They shall be manually operable by means of test push button and toggle type handless with
visual indication for “on-off” switching.
ii) They shall be equipped with scre type cable terminals at both end of the casin g. Cable terminals
shall be covered by moulded phenolic plastic with knockouts for top, bottom or rear cable entry.

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iii) Voltage operated earth leakage circuit breaker shall of double pole, having the trip coils, trip
mechanism, testing resistor, double break main contracts discharge gaps, all encased in moulded
phenolic plastic case and comply with BS 842.
iv) Current operated earth leakage circuit breaker shall be of either double pole or triple pole and
neutral type having all the conductors. The trip coils, trip mechanism current transformers, main
contacts and testing resistors shall be encased in moulded phenolic plastic case and comply with
BS 842. Trip sensitively shall not exceed 500 mA and operation shall be within 0.1 sec.

6. Fuses witches and switch fuses shall be selected in accordance with the following:
i) They shall be of totally enclosed, metalclad, flush or surface mounting double air break, quick
make and quick-break type.
ii) They shall fully comply with BS 3815.
iii) They shall be equipped with operating handles, positive “on-off” indicators, mechanical door
interlocks. Doors shall be dust proofed by rubber or plastic seals.
iv) They shall be equipped with replaceable HRC cartridge type fuses for overload and short circuit
protection.
v) HRC cartridge type fuses shall consist of moulded phenolic plastic type fuse holder having
shrouded base contacts with provision for busbar mounting and front wiring. The fuse links and
carrier shall comply with BS 88 Part I and Part 2.

7. Switches and isolators shall be selected in accordance with the following:-

i) They shall be of totally enclosed, metal-clad, double air-break, quick-break and quick-make type
and arranged to break all poles simultaneously.
ii) They shall comply fully with BS 861: Part I and Part 2 and relevant parts of BS 3078.
iii) They shall be equipped with manual operating handles, positive “on-off” indicators & mechanical
door interlocks.
iv) They shall capable of sustaining load making & load breaking duties of their normal rated current.
v) Switches where used for control proposes shall be of rotary and all insulated type complying with
relevant section of BS 9563.
vi) Switches used for motor circuits and control shall be able to sustain switching duties at lock rotor
condition.

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CABLES, BUSBAR
TRUNKING, CABLE
ACCESSORIES & WIRING
DEVICES
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1. All cables, busbars trunkings & wiring accessories shall be obtained from approved manufactures and
shall be manufactured and tested to the relevant British Standard Specifications and the requirements
of the Local Testing Authority.
Multicore cables and busbars trunkings shall have colour identifications to distinguish between different
phases, neutral and earth conductors.
Cables shall be delivered to site in unbroken coils with the original wrapping intact. Cables with kinks or
abrasions shall be replaced at no extra cost.
Unless otherwise specified, conductors shall be copper with 98% minimum conductivity. They shall be
stranded plain annealed type to BS 6360 where used for cables and hard drawn type to BS 159 where
used for busbar trunkings.
Unless otherwise specified all cables shall be PVC sheathed and electrical accessories made of high
impact PVC materials where used in corrosive environments.

2. PVC and PVC/PVC cables shall be selected in accordance with the followings:-
a) Where used as final sub-circuits for lighting and power and with conductor sizes not exceeding 25
mm2, they shall be of 440 volt/250 volt insulation grade to BS 6004.
b) Where used as mains circuits or where conductor sizes exceed 25 mm2, they shall be 600 volt/1000
volt insulation grade to BS 6346.
c) They shall have insulation suitable for 70 Degree C conductor temperature and comply to BS 6746.

3. PVC Armoured cables shall be selected in accordance with the following:-

a) They shall be of 600 volt/l000 volt grade to BS 6346 and suitable for 70 degree C conductor
temperature with insulation complying to BS 6746.
b) Unless otherwise specified, the armouring shall be constructed of single layer of galvanised steel
wires complying with BS 1442.
c) They shall be multi-core type

4. Paper insulated cables shall be selected in accordance with the following:

a) They shall be of 600 volt/l000 volt grade to BS 6480 : Part 1 and suitable for 80 degree C. conductor
temperature.
b) Unless otherwise specified, they shall be of lead sheath double steel tape armoured (PILCDSTA)
type.
c) Single core cables shall be of non-magnetic armouring type with lead alloy sheath.
d) They shall be mass impregnated with non draining insulation compounds (M.I.N.D.).
e) They shall have the manufacturer names, year of manufacture and voltage rating printed on the tape
immediately under the metal sheath.
f) Where used as underground cables, they shall have served with compound layers of fibrous material
and bitumen. Where used indoors & exposed, they shall be finished with extruded PVC oversheath.

5. Mineral insulated cables shall be selected in accordance with the following:-

a) Unless otherwise specified, they shall be of copper sheath to BS 6207 : Part 1.
b) Where used in final sub-circuit for lighting and power with conductor size of 100 mm2 and less, they
shall be of 440 volt insulation grade.
c) Where used as mains circuits or where conductor sizes exceed 100 mm2, they shall be of 660 volt
insulation grade.

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d) Silicon rubber sleeve insulation shall be used to replace copper sheath stripped off near the
terminations. Where terminations exceed 150°C, varnished glass fibre sleeve insulation shall be
used to replaced the “stripped off” copper sheath.
e) Terminations, unless otherwise specified shall be rated for 105 degree C.

6. XLPE armoured cables shall be selected in accordance with the following:-

a) They shall be of 600 Volt/1000 Volt grade to BS 5467 and suitable for 90 degree C conductor
temperature.
b) Insulated cores shall be cabled with suitable fillers in round shape and a binder tape shall be applied
helically over the cable cores.
c) Separation sheath shall be black PVC compound complying with ST2 and IEC 502.
d) Armour shall consist of a single layer of galvanised steel wires (type SWA) for multicore cables and
hard drawn Aluminium wires (AWA) of single core cables.
e) Outer sheath shall be black PVC compound complying with ST2 of IEC 502.
f) ELECTRIC CABLE voltage rating and name of manufacturer shall be embossed on the outersheath.

7. Fire resistant cables shall be selected in accordance with the following:-

a) They shall be of 300 Volt grade to BS 6387 and suitable for 75 degree C conductor temperature.
b) They shall have fire resistant characteristic to IEC 331 which are established by special mica fire
proof tape applied over the conductor.
c) Special fire retardant polyethylene is used for sheathing material of the cable. They shall have flame
retardants characteristics to LEC 332-1.
d) They shall have features such as non-toxis gas (non-halagon gas) and low smoke generation at fire
to IEC 754-1.
e) Terminations, unless otherwise specified shall be rated for 105°C.
8. Busbar trunkings shall be selected in accordance with the following :-
a) They shall be of low resistance, totally enclosed, non-ventilated interchargeable feeder to plug-in
type having current density not exceeding 1500 Amp. per 1000 mm2 and comply fully with BS 159.
b) Unless otherwise specified, they shall withstand a minimum breaking capacity of 31 MVA at 4 ISV,
50 Hz for a duration of 3.0 Second.
c) Phase and neutral busbars shall have the same cross-sectional area. They shall carry continuous
rated current with temperature rise not exceed 55°C. The impedance characteristic shall be such
that the line to line voltage drop at rated current for any power factor will not exceed 0.115 volt per
meter for feeder duct or 0.145 volt per meter for plug in duct.
d) The trunking channels and removable cover plates shall be constructed to 14 gauge and 16 gauge
galvanized mild steel sheet respectively and finished with two coats of approved paints.
e) They shall be supplied in sectional lengths to suit the installation. Proper expansion joints shall be
provided at every 6 meter interval between the lengths. Continuous tinned-copper earthing strips of
not less than 25% of cross-sectional area of phase conductor shall be provided between lenghts of
busbar trunkings.
f) Each section of the busbar trunking shall be removable without disturbing any section.

9. Wiring devices shall be selected in accordance with the following:

a) They shall have voltage rating suitable for the supply characteristics to which they are applied.

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b) They shall be manufactured from moulded track-resisting material to BS 1322 and shall be of the
type and rating as specified and shown in the Drawings.
c) Unless otherwise specified, lighting switches shall be 5 Amp. rating, flush mounting, rocker operated
type single pole, 2-way switch and comply with BS3676. They shall be grid switch type for multigang
and plate switch type for single gang.
d) All switches rated at 20 Amp. and above shall be of the double pole type, flush mounted and rocker
operated incorporating pilot lamp.
e) Unless otherwise specified, lighting socket outlets shall be 5 Amp. rating flush mounting, shuttered,
round pin type rocker operated with single-pole micro break switch and complying with BS 546.
f) Unless otherwise specified, power socket outlets shall be 13 Amp. rating, flush mounting, shuttered,
rectangular pin type, rocker operated with single-pole micro break switch and complying with BS 1363.
g) In the electrical and mechanical equipment rooms, all switches and socket outlets shall be of the
metal-clad type.
h) Where exposed to weather, socket outlets shall incorporate locking rings and rubber gaskets in the
weatherproof housing manufactured for the purpose and provided with screw-in cover. Switches
shall be of the type fitted with a cork gland around the stem of the operating knob and by a cork
gasket between the cover and the base.
i) Ceiling roses shall comply with BS 67. They shall be either surface or semi-recess type with the base
having a minimum of three knockouts for cable entires. The base shall incorporate clamp type
terminals suitable for holding the phase, neutral, earth and loop-in cables in a distinct manner. The
cover plates shall be of the screw-in type.
j) 15A switched socket outlets and socket outlets shall be of round pin type and comply with BS 5733
and BS 546 respectively.

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1.0 GENERAL
1.1 Description
Work of this Section shall conform to the requirements of the Sub-Contract Documents.
1.2 Work Included
Design, manufacture and supply of parabolic light fittings. Fittings shall be delivered to site, full freight
and insurance provided, packaged as specified of the contract.
1.3 Quality Assurance
1.3.1 Experience:
Contractor shall have not less than three (3) years experience in design and manufacture of
lighting fittings of the type and quality specified.
1.3.2 Sample :
Contractor shall submit a prototype sample of each fitting for review by the Consultant. Samples
shall be sufficiently detailed and operational to allow evaluation of compliance with the salient
features of the specification. Preliminary design or shop drawings shall not be accepted in place
of samples.
The Consultant shall be the sole judge in determining whether the sample complies with the
specifications.
Exact duplicates of these fittings shall be the fittings submitted by the contractor for photometric
testing. These fittings shall be the models against which actual production samples will be
verified for construction compliance. Fittings delivered to site and/or installed in place found not
in conformance with the quality standard represented by the sample fittings will be rejected.
1.3.3 Material:
Materials, equipment, and accessories as well as workmanship provided under this Section shall
conform to the highest commercial standard as specified.
1.3.4 Installation and Performance Test:
After award, and prior to notice to proceed, the contractor of the light fittings shall conduct a test
to establish that the units will comply with. the installation and performance requirements as
stated below. Test conditions shall simulate the actual installed conditions as indicated by the
Contract Documents, in regards to arrangement of units, ceiling type and any other applicable
features that would relate to performance.
The contractor of the light fittings shall arrange and pay for the required testing. Test facilities
shall have the capability to provide and accurately measure the stated parameters. Such
facilities shall comply with ISO 5219 and are subject to the approval of the Consultant.
As an alternative to the actual testing, the Consultant may accept a certified test results of a
comprehensive testing conducted by a certified independent testing laboratory.
1.3.5 Photometrics
a) Photometric data shall be furnished for each fixture type including separate photometries for
each lamp and louvre finish and configuration.
b) Equipment and laboratory facilities shall meet applicable British or European standards and
shall be approved by the Consultant.
c) Resulting data shall be certified by a company officer of the contractor, in addition to
certification by an independent testing facility or organization as approved by the Consultant.
d) Data shall include luminance summary chart, distribution parallel and perpendicular to the
lamp, coefficients of utilization, etc.

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1.3.6 Ballast / Starting Gear Efficiency:

Each fixture type shall be laboratory tested in an operating condition. Input fixture wattage shall
be measured and provided for the ballast starting gear selected. Equipment and laboratory
facilities shall meet applicable British or European Standards and shall be approved by the
Consultant. Data shall be certified by a company officer of the contractor, in addition to
certification by an independent testing facility or organization as approved by the Consultant.
1.4 Warranty
1.4. 1 Warrant the fitting, its finishes, and all of its component parts (except control gear) to be free
from defects for a period of two years from the date of acceptance if operated within rated
voltage range. Replace faulty materials and pay the cost of such replacement.
1.4.2 Electromagnetic Type of Control Gear
a) Control gear shall be warranted for two years including replacement labour.
b) High Frequency Type of Control Gear
c) High frequency control gear shall be warranted for five years including replacement labour
for two years.
d) High frequency control gear found to be not in compliance with applicable IEG
specifications, such that harmonic and/or electromagnetic interference is created within
other building systems or electronic wiring or components thereof, shall be replaced with
conforming control gear solely at the contractor’s expense including labour costs.

2.0 PRODUCTS
2. 1 General Requirements :
a) Furnish light fittings of the types indicated and specified. Provide fittings completely assembled and
wired and equipped with necessary sockets, ballasts, starting gears, wiring, shielding, reflectors,
channels, and other parts necessary to complete the fitting installation.
b) Provide all materials, accessories and any other equipment necessary for the complete and proper
installation of all lighting fittings.
c) Fixed fittings shall be Class 1.
d) Fittings, both with and without built-in ballasts or transformers, shall be suitable for direct mounting
on normally flammable surfaces.
e) Terminal blocks for connection of the supply cables shall be provided within each fitting and shall be
adequate for the size of conductors forming the loop-in wiring specified. Terminal blocks shall
incorporate a fuse of suitable type and rating.
f) Reflective surfaces shall be clean at the completion of the work.
g) Two lamp fittings shall be furnished with dual ballasts/starting gear each suitable for single lamp
operation. Four lamp fittings shall be furnished with two ballasts/starting gear, each suitable for two
lamp operation. Lamp wiring configuration to be selected by the Consultant, Volume 3 and 4.
h) Fittings shall be free of inappropriate light leaks. No clips, screws, angles, drillings through the
fixture body, etc. shall be visible from normal viewing angles of the specified cIass /category.
i) Painted surfaces shall be smooth, free of pits, runs or inconsistency of visual appearance.
j) Ventilate ballast/choke compartment and firmly secure.
k) Illumination across all louvre cells shall be reasonably uniform in appearance.

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2.2 Control Gear

2.2.1 General :
a) Control gear shall be in conformity with the Health and Regulation.
Control gear shall be silent in operation. Control gear found to be unduly noisy shall be
replaced without charge prior to acceptance of the job. Control gear shall be high power
factor, high efficiency, low loss type with electronic start or high frequency, fully electronic
type as specified.
b) Electrical Characteristics: Control gear shall be designed for single frequency operation.
50Hz nominal, and shall operate at the nominal voltages indicated on the label, 240volt
single phase a.c. plus or minus 10%.
c) All ballasts/control gear shall have in-line fuse protection.
d) Provide identical ballasts/starting gear within each fitting type.
All ballasts/starting gear within the same fitting type must be by the same contractor.
e) All ballasts/control gear shall be thermally protected or shall incorporate a safety shut down
circuit.
f) Ballasts that operate as a parallel circuit shall allow remaining lamp(s) to maintain full output
if companion lamp(s) fail.
g) Input power supply to control gear may be subject to transients, periods of reduced voltage
(brown outs) and the like not subject to the control of the Consultant. Control gear design
shall accommodate such instances without premature failure.
2.2.2 Electronic
a) Regulated light output. Control gear must be voltage regulated such that light output shall
not vary by more than 5% over the normal supply voltage range.
b) Total Harmonic Distortion must not exceed 15%. Further the 3rd harmonic must not exceed
10%. Control gear must comply with and be substantially better than IEC 555-2 standards.
c) Control gear shall be fi electronic. Ferro-magnetic filters are not allowed. Separate (non-
integral with ballast housing) filters are not allowed.
d) Radio interference suppression. Control gear must conform to CISPRI5, VDEO87I Part 2
and EN55015.
e) Fire Hazard. Control gear must conform to Safety Standard IEC928/UL935 for abnormal or
fault conditions.
f) Auto restart upon supply voltage dip, over voltage and/or power interruption.
g) Power factor to be regulated to achieve greater than 95%.
h) Crest factor. Ratio of peak to RMS lamp current shall be less than 1.7.
i) Control gear shall comply with IEC 929 for line voltage transient protection.
j) Fully electronic type ballasts shall operate at an output frequency between 25 and 50 kHz;
and shall contain no line frequency magnetic components.
l) Control gear shall automatically shut down upon lamp failure, component failure and/or no
load operation.
m) Control gear failure rate shall be less than 0.2% per 1000 hours at 70° C; and shall have a
certifiable design life of 30,000 hours at 70° C.
n) Twin tube control gear shall have parallel lamp connection.

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2.2.3 Electromagnetic with Electronic Start
a) Electromagnetic ballasts for tubular fluorescent lamps shall have a maximum value of
harmonics complying with Table III of IEC 555-2, amendment 2. Power factor correction
shall be provided and this shall not be less than 0.95 lagging unless otherwise indicated.
b) Control gear must be IEC 555-2 compliant.
c) Radio interference suppression. Control gear must conform to CISPR15, VDE0875 Part 2
and EN55015.
d) Fire Hazard. Control gear must conform to Safety Standard IEC9281/UL935 for abnormal or
fault conditions.
e) Electronic starter with full cathode preheat before single ignition pulse to BS 3772 Part I and
IEC926.
f) Lamps to be run at full nominal voltage and current. Ballast Lumen factor to be unity ±7.0%.
g) Control gear shall be rated as super low loss.
Control Gear Maximum Loss at
Lamp Watts Operating Temperature
2 x 18 watt lamp 4.5 watts
1 x 36 watt lamp 4.5 watts
h) Maximum winding working temperature TW130.
2.3 Lamps
2.3.1 General:
a) Lamps shall be of the type and rating as specified. Provide proper wattage, voltage and
colour temperature lamps as indicated.
b) Furnish and install all lamps.
c) Lamp caps shall be suitable for the lampholders provided.
2.3.2 Contractor: Lamps shall be manufactured by Osram, Philips, Sylvania or equivalent, unless
otherwise specified. All lamps of a given type shall be supplied by the same contractor.
2.3.3 Lamps shall be constructed to IEC standards, TL type to IEC8 1.
2.3.4 Suitable for use with electromagnetic control gear with electronic start and fully electronic control
gear. Lamp Contractor/Supplier shall certify in writing that the lumen output and lamp life is not
reduced and that the proposed control gear contractor’s product is fully compatible.
2.3.5 TL Type
a) 18 watt, tri-phosphor
b) Color, 3000° K
i) Osram Colour 31
ii) Phillips Colour 83
iii) Sylvania Colour 84
2.3.6 PL Type
a) 36 watt, tri-phosphor
b) Color, 3000° K
i) Osram Colour 31
ii) Phillips Colour 83
iii) Sylvania Colour 84
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2.4 Lampholders
a) Lampholders shall be bi-pin type.
b) Bayonet lampholders in enclosed light fittings shall have the temperature rating T2.
c) Lampholders for use with solid core cable shall be of the cord-grip type.
d) Fluorescent lampholders shall be white urea plastic; contacts silver-plated phosphor bronze.
e) Provide sockets suitable for specified lamps and set to position the lamps in optically correct
spacing and relationship to reflectors and baffles.
2.5 Light Fitting Mountings And Trim
a) Light fittings mounted on or recessed into suspended ceilings shall be supported from the ceiling
system with additional, adjustable fitting support brackets suitable for attachment to the ceiling
primary support at each end of the fitting. Submit details showing how adjustable brackets interface
with normally available ceiling systems. The intent of this specification is that the basic fitting and
mounting system will be easily adaptable to all normally available ceiling systems.
b) Special attention shall be paid to the mounting support system and the specified ceiling system for
this project. The light fitting, when in place, shall be integral in appearance with the ceiling system.
c) This contractor will develop and supply suitable trim and accessories as required to achieve such
an integral appearance with the specified ceiling system.
2.6 Wiring Connections
a) Final circuit wiring shall be terminated within the light fitting unless otherwise indicated. The wiring
shall enter each light fitting at the conduit entry nearest to the terminal block and where a loop-in
wiring system is used, leave by the same entry. Wiring shall not pass through a light fitting. The
wiring entry point shall be located on the side of the fitting, as close as practical to the top, without
interference with the ceiling support system. Grommets for wiring support and cable protection shall
be furnished.
b) Light fitting connection may be by modular flexible cord. The contractor shall upon direction, install
modular wiring plugs (free issue) at the factory and internally wire same to the fixture terminal block.
c) Cables and cords passing close to a control gear within a light fitting shall be suitable for the
operating temperature of the control gear, and shall be heat-resistant grade.
d) A protective conductor shall connect the earthing terminal or earthing contact of each light fitting to
an earthing terminal incorporated in the adjacent conduit box. Where the final connection is by
modular flexible cord, the protective conductor shall form part of the cord.
2.7 General Fitting Construction
a) All materials, accessories, and other related fitting parts shall be new and free from defects which in
any manner may impair their character, appearance, strength, durability and function, and
effectively protected from any damage or injury from the time of fabrication to the time of delivery
and installation and until Consultant’s acceptance of the Works.
b) Fabricate fitting enclosures with cold rolled sheet steel. Enclosures may be constructed of other
materials, provided they are equivalent in mechanical strength and acceptable for the purpose.
c) All sheet metal work shall be free from tool marks and dents, and shall have accurate angles bent
as sharp as compatible with the thickness of the required metal. All intersections and joints shall be
formed true, of adequate strength and structural rigidity to prevent any distortion after assembly.

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2.8 Luminaire Vdt Classification
a) The light fitting shall comply in all respects to Category 3.
b) Category 3 is defined in Lighting Guide No. 3: Lighting for visual display units (London: CIIBSE)
(1989).
c) The calculated luminance shall be limited above 65°C to the downward vertical when viewed from
all angles of the azimuth, to a value not exceeding 200cd/m2.
d) The calculations to prove compliance shall be submitted in detail for review for each type of fitting
supplied. Calculations shall be provided for each specified lamp type.
2.9 Louvre Construction
2.9.1. Louvre Material
a) Semi-specular (modified)
b) Equivalent to Alanod 600 G/S in all respects.
2.9.2 Louvre Quality Control
a) Louvre curvature calculations shall be submitted to support the fitting photometric data.
b) The co-ordinates of the louvre reflectors shall be submitted. Finishes and assembled louvres
shall meet the submitted co-ordinate data within a ±5% tolerance.
c) It is a requirement of this specification that louvres shall be cut from virgin stock. Each coil
furnished to the contractor shall meet the coating tolerance levels for the grade of aluminum
specified by the coil contractor/coater. No material graded as “second” or which has been
rejected by another contractor shall be utilized.
d) It is a requirement of-this specification that the louvres shall be roll formed on automated roll
forming machines.
e) Louvres shall be constructed with reinforced miter corners. Butt joints are not acceptable.
f) Visible fasteners, pop rivets, tabs, etc. are not acceptable.
g) Reflectors shall be free of tooling marks, spinning lines and be free of marks or indentations
caused by riveting or other assembly techniques.
2.10 Finishes
a) Painted Surfaces: Synthetic enamel, with acrylic, alkyd, epoxy, polyester, or polyurethane base,
light stabilised, stove on at 177°C minimum, catalytically or photochemically polymerised after
application.
b) White Finishes: Minimum of 85% reflectance.
c) Ceiling opening frames if required shall either be manufactured of nonferrous metal, or be suitably
rustproofed after fabrication.
d) Undercoat: Give ferrous metal surfaces a multiple stage phosphate treatment or other acceptable
base bonding treatment before final painting and after fabrication.
2.11 Fluorescent Light Fitting Construction
a) General Construction and Materials: Housing and plates, socket bridge, reflectors, wiring channels
and control gear covers shall be die formed of not less than 0.80mm thick cold rolled steel unless
specified otherwise.
b) Construct fittings so that control gear may be serviced or replaced without removal of fitting housing.
c) Total fitting efficiency based on relative light output (percentage of light emitted with reference tube
and control gear compared with light generated) shall be not less than 60.0%.
d) Secure control gear firmly in light fittings to prevent vibration.
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2.12 LENSES
a) Mechanical: All louvres shall be removable, but positively held so that hinging or other normal
motion will not cause them to drop out.
b) Spring type louvre retention/access systems are not acceptable. Hinging and latching mechanism
must be robust and positive acting.
c) Cleaning: All louvres shall be turned over to the Consultant clean and free of dust and fingerprints.

3.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE IN PRODUCTION

This section contains excerpts from ISO 9002 as appropriate.
3.1 Quality System
3.1.1 General
The Contractor/Contractor/Supplier shall establish, document and maintain a quality system as a
means of ensuring that product conforms to specified requirements. The outline structure of the
documentation covering the quality system requirements of this International Standard shall be
defined in a quality manual. The quality manual shall include or reference the documented
procedures that form part of the quality system. Guidance on quality manuals is given in ISO
10013.
3.1.2 Quality System Procedures The Contractor/Supplier shall:
a) prepare documented procedures consistent with the requirements of this International
Standard and the Contractor/Supplier’s stated quality policy
b) effectively implement the documented procedures and the quality system
3.1.3 Quality Planning
a) The Contractor/Supplier shall define and document how the requirements for quality will be
met. Quality planning shall be consistent with all other requirements of a
Contractor/Supplier’s quality system & shall be documented in a format to suit the
Contractor/Supplier’s method of operation. The Contractor/Supplier shall give timely
consideration to the following activities, as appropriate, in meeting the specified
requirements for products, projects or contracts:
i) the preparation of quality plans;
ii) the identification and acquisition of any controls, processes, inspection equipment,
fixtures, total production resources and skills that may be-needed to achieve the
required quality;
iii) ensuring the compatibility the production process, installation, servicing, inspection and
test procedures and the applicable documentation;
iv) the updating as necessary of quality control, inspection and testing techniques,
including the development of new instrumentation;
v) the identification of any measurement requirement involving capability that exceeds the
known state of the art in sufficient time for the needed capability to be developed;
vi) the identification of suitable verification at appropriate stages in the product realization;
vii) the clarification of standards of acceptability for all features and requirements, including
those which contain a subjective element;
viii) the identification and preparation of quality records.

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3.3 Document And Data Control
3.3.1 General
The Contractor/Supplier shall establish and maintain documented procedures to control all
documents & data that relate to the requirements of this International Standard including, to the
extent applicable, documents of external origin such as standards and customer drawings.
Documents & data can be in the form of hard copy media, or they can be in electronic or other
media.
Document Approval and Issue
a) The documents and data shall be reviewed and approved for adequacy by authorized
personnel prior to issue. A master list of equivalent document control procedure identifying
the current revision status of documents shall be established and be readily available to
preclude the use of invalid and/or obsolete documents.
b) Controls also ensure that:
i) the pertinent issues of appropriate documents are available at all locations where
operations essential to the effective functioning of the quality system are performed.
ii) invalid and/or obsolete documents are promptly removed from all points of issue or
use, or otherwise assured against unintended use;
iii) any obsolete documents retained for legal and/or knowledge preservation purposes
are suitably identified.
c) Document Changes
i) Changes to documents shall be reviewed & approved by the same functions/
organizations that performed the original review & approval unless specifically
designated otherwise. The designated functions/organizations shall have access to
pertinent background information upon which to base their review & approval.
ii) Where practicable, the nature of the change shall be identified in the document or the
appropriate attachments.
3.4 Product Identification And Traceability
3.4.1 General
Where appropriate, the Conractor/Contractor/Supplier shall establish and maintain documented
procedures for identifying the product by suitable means from receipt and during all stages of
production, delivery and installation.
Where and to the extent that, traceability is a specified requirement, the Contractor/Supplier shall
establish and maintain documented procedures for unique identification of individual product or
batches. This identification shall be recorded.
3.5 Process Control
3.5.1 General
The Contractor/Contractor/Supplier shall identify and plan the production, installation & servicing
processes which directly affect quality and shall ensure that these processes are carried out
under controlled conditions. Controlled conditions shall include the following:
a) documented procedures defining the manner of production, installation and servicing, where
the absence of such procedures could adversely affect quality;
b) use of suitable production, installation and servicing equipment, suitable working
environment;
c) compliance with reference standards/codes, quality plans and/or documented procedures;
d) monitoring and control of suitable process parameters & product characteristics installation
and servicing;
e) the approval of processes and equipment, as appropriate;
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f) criteria for workmanship which shall be stipulated, in the clearest practical manner e.g.
written standards, representatives samples or illustrations;
g) suitable maintenance of equipment to ensure continuing process capability.
h) Records shall be maintained for qualified processes, equipment & personnel, as
appropriate.
3.6 Inspection And Testing
3.6.1 General
The Contractor/Supplier shall establish and maintain documented procedures for inspection and
testing activities in order to verify that the specified requirements for product are met. The
required inspecting and testing, and the records to be established, shall be documented in the
quality plan or documented procedures.
3.6.2 Receiving inspection and testing
The Contractor/Supplier shall ensure that incoming product is not used or processed until it has
been inspected or otherwise verified as conforming to specified requirements shall be in
accordance with the quality plan and/or documented procedures.
3.6.3 In -Process Inspection and Testing
The Contractor/Supplier shall:
a) inspect the test product as required by the quality plan and/or documented procedures;
b) hold product until the required inspection and tests have been completed or necessary
reports have been received and verified except when product is released under positive
recall procedures. Release under positive recall procedures shall not preclude the activities
outlined previously.
3.6.4 Final Inspection and Testing
The Contractor/Supplier shall carry out all final inspection and testing in accordance with the
quality plan and/or documented procedures to complete the evidence of conformance of the
finished product to the specified requirements.
The quality plan and/or documented procedures for final inspection and testing shall require that
all specified inspection and tests, including those specified either on receipt of product or in-
process, have been carried out and that the results meet specified requirements.
No product shall be dispatched until all the activities specified in the quality plan and/or
documented procedures have been satisfactorily completed and the associated data and
documentation are available and authorized.
3.6.5 Inspection and Test Records
The Contractor/Supplier shall establish and maintain records which provide evidence that the
product has been inspected and/or tested. These records shall show clearly whether the product
has passed or failed the inspections and/or tests according to defined acceptance criteria.
Where the product fails to pass any inspection and/or test, the procedures for control of non-
conforming product shall apply.
Records shall identify the inspection authority responsibility for the release of product.
3.7 Inspection And Test Status
3.7.1 General
The inspection and test status of product shall be identified by suitable means, which indicates
the conformance or non-conformance of product with regard to inspection and test performed.
The identification of inspection and test status shall be maintained, as defined in the quality plan
and/or documented procedures, throughout production, installation and servicing of the product
to ensure that only product that has passed the required inspection and tests (or released under
an authorized concession is dispatched, used or installed).

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1.0 RETICULATION MAINS & SUBMAINS

1.1 GENERAL
Reticulation mains throughout the building and the underground ducts shall incorporate L.T submains from
main L.T switch-boards to the distribution feeder pillar located in the positions shown on the drawings.
The single line diagram indicates the type and size of reticulation mains required to be used for the
various services. This work shall be carried out to the approval of the supply Authority & in according
with the requirements of this specification.
L.T. cables shall be suitable for a supply voltage of :-
i). 415V three phase.
ii). 240 single phase.
PVC armoured cables shall be to B.S. 3346 and shall be 660V grade type.

1.2 PVC ARMOURED CABLE INSTALLATION

Jointing of PVC insulated steel wire armoured cabels shall be carried and fully experienced jointers
and avidence of this shall be produced to the satisfaction of the Engineer or Superintending Officer
before jointing is started.
At terminal sealing bodes, cable cored shall be carried through unbroken to apparatus terminals and
cores shall be sweated solid where they pass through cast resin.
All joint boxes, jointing materials and tools shall be of the type recommended and manufactured by the
cable manufacturers. All joints which are buried in the ground shall be compound filled. The design of
the box and the composition shall provide an effective seal to prevent moisture gaining access to the
conductor farrules and armour clamps.

1.3 TESTS DURING LAYING

Where required by this specification, and as required from time to time by the Engineer the Contractor
shall subject completed portions of the cable installation to voltage tests to prove the soundness of the
conductor insulation and the soundness of the protective servings, and continuity tests to prove the
soundness of the lead sheath.

2.0 DISTRIBUTION FEEDER PILLARS

2.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Distribution Boards for lighting and power shall be supplied and installed as shown on the drawings.
The distribution boards shall be the totally enclosed metal clad type suitable for road side sitting with
neat appearance. They shall be of a standardised design type tested to comply with the British
Standard or Tenaga Nasional Berhad. The fuses, busbars and the construction of the boards shall be
as specified herein. The rating and types of fuses to be supplied with each distribution pillars shall be
as shown in the drawings.

2.2 DISTRIBUTION PILLARS

Each distribution pillars shall be manufacture from cold rolled commercial bright mild steel. The steel sheets
shall be supplied for manufacture of these board flat, free from dents, rust, scale & other blemishes.
The minimum thickness of the mild steel sheets shall be 2.5mm. The construction method shall be in
accordance with this specification. The distribution pillar shall be weather proof type, suitable for
outdoor wed.
Each distribution pillar shall be provided with a screwed type door & fitted to the cabinet with
concealed type hinges.
The distribution pillars shall be finished first with rust inhibiting primer followed by one undercoat & two
finishing coats of enamel paint in selected colour.

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Provision shall be made for earthing the wire armour to the main electrode at the supply end by means
of a metallic bond of adequate conductance, and the bonding connection should be as short and
straight as possible.
The wire armouring shall be maintained electrically continuous and careful attention shall be paid to
the design of all bonding clamps in joints and terminations to ensure that the resistance across a
clamo is not higher than that to the equivalent length of the complete wire armour of the cable. The
conductance of the case iron box is normally sufficient for this purpose but, where it falls short, an
auxillary metallic bond shall be included.
The design of compression glands is to be such that the cable is not twisted when the gland is
tightened. They are to provide facilities for the efficent bonding and termination of the armour wires
and are to project at least 3/4 inch into the termination box so that the any condensation collected on
the inner surfaces of the boxes cannot flow down between the cable cores. Where anti-condensation
heaters are not fitted, drain holes are to be provided. It is to be possible to erect and dismantle any
cable compression gland without the use of the special tools.
Cable armouring of the cable may be used as earth continuity conductor (e.c.c) but for larger size
ables additional copper e.c.c. shall be added as follows :-
Cable Size Additional e.c.c. required
16sq.mm 1.5 sq.mm
25sq.mm 1.5 sq.mm
35sq.mm 6.0 sq.mm
This additional e.c.c. shall have adequate protection from mechanical damage.
However, if adequate means of carrying a fault current are provided e.g. effectively earthing both ends
of cables, then the Engineer or Superintending Officer may at this discretion dispence away with the
above requirements.

2.3 BUSBAR AND CABLE DUCTS

The busbars and current carrying parts shall be sized and supported in compliance with British
Standard B. S 159. The busbar sizes and support spacing shall be installed to withstand fault
conditions as required for safe operation.
Current carrying parts of busbars shall be eletrotinned high conductivity, hard drawn copper with a
maximum current density of 1000 A per.sq in. The busbars shall have a current carrying capacity
appropriate for the maximum demand current for the distribution pililar. The minimum busbar size shall
not be less than 0.7 in X 0.125 in or equivalent cross sectional area. Where the cross sectional area is
reduced by drilling to take brass or copper tongues of fixings for take off lugs, the tongues or lugs shall
be brazed or satisfactorily fastened in position so as to maintain the conductivity of the busbar.
Phase to phase and phase to Neutral shall be segregated by insulation material barriers, e.g. bakelite.
Insulation material shall be installed to prevent accidental touching of live bars in the process of
installation of fuses.
The whole interior front surface shall be totally covered with removable phenol sheet of minimum
thickness 12mm, provide cut out only for fuse holder. Use of small strips of phenol shuts will not be
accepted.
A cable way shall be provided on all sides of the distribution to allow for wiring of incoming & outgoing
circuits.
Minimum size of each cable way shall be sufficient to meet Supply Authority‘s Regulations regarding
number of cables in a duct for the maximum number of cables possible in the particular distribution
board. Neutral bars shall have at each entry two pinch grip screws for connection of neutral wires.
NOTE : The plinth shall be of reinforced concrete with a space for cable entry in the centre of size
not less than 450mm X 610mm. The space for cable entry shall be fill with clean sand up to
the top of the plinth before installing the feeder pillar. The distribution pillars shall be bolted to
the top of the plinth by means bolts and nuts. The edges of the plinth shall not be less than
150mm from all around the wall of the distribution pillars.

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2.4 H.R.C. FUSES
Fuses, if any, specified and used for this installation shall be of the H.R.C. type with matching fuse
holder and base. Fuses for lighting and general purpose power circuits shall be English Electric Type
‘T’, H.R.C. Fuse-Links, or approved equivalent complying with British Standard B.S 88 Class 0.1.
Fuses for motor circuit protection shall be English Electric or approved equivalent complying with
British Standard B.S 83 Classes R & Q.2.
Fuses shall be connected to the supply by copper busbar, which has been fitted with brass or copper
tongue brazed to the busbar. The connection tongues shall have a diameter not less than 0.125 in.

2.5 ON-LOAD ISOLATOR

On load isolators shall be provided with each distribution pillar and shall be of the quick make and
break mechanism with fixed, shroud contacts. Suitably sized lugs or copper tongues shall be used for
the connection between the isolator and the main busbars shall not be permitted. The isolators shall
be of 500 volts, rating and steel plate casing with positive inter-look incorporated to ensure that the
cover can only be opened in the OFF position.

2.6 BALANCE OF LOAD

The sub contractor shall balance the load of the installation, at each individual board over the three
phases of supply, as far as practicable in accordance with the drawings.
However, should the electrical loads be found to be unevenly distributed, the Sub-Contractor shall re
arrange the final sub-circuits to obtain the balance to the approval of the Engineer and the local Supply
Authority.

2.7 IDENTIFICATION
Self-adhesive labels shall be fitted to identify each circuit on each distribution board. Card holders
made of durable materials shall be supplied and mounted inside the door of each distribution for the
circuit identification schedules.
The circuit identification schedule shall contain tabulation of the circuits wire, fuse sizes and equipment
connected to the circuits. The schedule shall be neatly typed and enclosed in a clear plastic envelope
and fitted in the card holder in each distribution pillar. The distribution pillar shall be properly
designated by labels of plastic materials with reversed engraving.

3.0 GENERAL LIGHTING AND POWER REQUIREMENT

3.1 SCOPE
This section of the specification covers the supply and installation of all wiring, accessories and
equipment necessary to complete the installation from distribution pillars to the completed lighting or
power outlet and to provide services to equipment installed by other trades.

3.2 CABLES
Cables used for the wiring systems shall be arted at 600V grade PVC armoured to B.S 3346. Before
installation, verification must be made to ensure that voltage drops are within allowable limits in
accordance to the current I.E Electricity Regulations in Underground. Minimum sized cables for lighting
shall be 15 sq.mm and power cables 35 sq.mm.
Cables shall be installed on the loop-in, loop-out principle, no connectors being used except at junction
boxes. Cables shall be colour coded throughout using red, yellow and blue for phase wires, white for
switchwires and black neutral.

3.3 TEST DURING LAYING

Where required by this specification, and as required from time to time by the Engineer. The contractor
shall subject completed portions of the cable installation to voltage test to prove the soundness of the
protective servings, and continuity tests to prove the soundness of the leadsheath.

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3.4 WIRING METHOD
Wiring shall be carried throughout as follows:-
i). Concealed Conduit Wiring
Unless otherwise specified in the drawings all lighting and power wiring shall be carried out in
concealed G. I. conduit embedded in-cement plaster and concealed in walls or securely mounted
behind false ceiling as required in drawings and particular requirements of the Section 6.
ii). Underground cables shall be laid at a minimum depth of 3 ft. below ground.

3.5 CONDUIT WIRING

Wiring for lighting, power, and extra low voltage circuits shall be carried out in separate conduits.
Conduits and fittings shall be Class ‘B’ steel screwed conduit throughout and of adequate size to
permit the drawing in or removal of one conductor while all other are in place. The minimum size of
conduit to be used shall not be smaller than 3/4" diameter.
Conduits bendes shall be made by use of approved mechanical benders. Bends shall be made at
least six conduit diameters and shall be free of links and flattening.
All conduits shall be run continuous between outlets with a minimum number of bends.
Pull boxes shall be installed at every l00ft length, and the conduit run shall not exceed more than 3
nos. 90’ band.
Conduits runs shall be installed as far as racticable in neatly grouped runs parallel to building lines.
Concealed conduits shall be fixed securely before casting of floor slabs, floating of plaster and casting
of columns and beams. Surface conduits shall be fixed by means of spacer bar saddles.
Conduit installation shall be electrically and mechanically continuous so that cables are fully protected.
Provision shall also be made to drain condensed moisture.
Surface conduit shall be supported at specified minimum intervals as follows :-
3/4” diameter - 7 ft.
1” to 2” diameter - 8 ft.
2 1/2” diameter - 10 ft.
Support shall also be provided within 3 ft. of any bend, outlet junction box.
For a single conduit run they shall be supported by approved pipe strap secured by means of toggle
bolts on hollow masonry or standard preset inserts on concrete or solid masonry, machine screw or
bolts on metal surface.
Where a number of conduits run individually parallel with one another, they shall be grouped and
supported by brackets or trapezo hangers. Hanger rods shall be fastened to structural steel members
with suitable beam clamps or to concrete inserts set flush with the concrete surface.
Size and capacity of conduits shall be in accordance to current I.E.E Regulations in Buildings. Conduit
terminations at switch fuse, fuseboard and conduit boxes without spouts shall be by means of smooth
bore brass or gunmetal bush and couplers.
Exposed conduit openings shall be plunged effectively against the ingress of moisture and dirt until
wiring is drum. At termination and joints a coat of anti-rust paint shall be applied and on completion of
the installation, exposed conduits shall be painted with two coats of good quality approved paint to
match adjacent walls and ceilings.
Conduits which had been in use before shall not be acceptable and shall be removed from site upon
notice.

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3.6 CABLE TRUNKING / CABLE TRAY
For case of wiring of various systems, cables may be grouped and run in metal trunking. If trunking are
used, they shall be manufactured from galvanised mild sheet steel of not less than 18 s.w.g. for sizes
up to 4” X 4” and not less than 16 s.w.g. for sizes up to 6” X 6” and not less than 14 s.w.g. for larger
sizes. The metal trunking shall be treated with an etch type rust-inhibitor and painted to approval with
one undercoat and two finishing coats of paint in selected colour.
Earth continuity shall be provided across all joints by means of external copper bonding links supplied
for this purpose along the trunking route.
Trunking shall be supported adequately by suitable brackets fabricated from mild steel angles or flats
and treated with one coats of rust-inhibitor primer and painted to approval with one undercoat and two
finishing coats of enamel paint in selected colour. Trunking runs shall be erected complete before any
cable is drawn in and the number of cables installed shall be such that a space factor of 45% is not
exceeded. Bends in trunking shall be suspended by brackets at the under-side of roof structure, on
columns or wall. Spacing of supports and hangers shall not exceed 10 ft. Between supports to cater
for weights of cables and cable tray / trunking. Sagging of cable tray or trunking shall not be permitted.
Where cables are run on tray, two or more layers of cable shall not run in a single tray. A 10%
spareway shall be provided on cable tray to allow for future extension.

3.7 FINAL OUTLETS

Location of lighting point outlets shown on drawings are approximate. Final positions shall be decided
on site giving due consideration to latest architectural details, air conditioning duct opening, sprinkler
outlets, etc. Location of outlets may be varied at any times up to the times of roughing in and such
variations shall be carried out at no extra cost providing these are within 10 ft. of indicated location.
Outlets incorrectly located by the sub-contractor shall be relocated at no extra cost.

3.8 LIGHTING INSTALLATION

All lighting fitting shall be supplied and installed in this work complete with connectors (suitable sized)
and connected, ensuring that the earthing terminal is connected to the earth continuity conductor of
the final sub-circuit.
The Sub-Contractor shall supply the lighting fittings and shall be responsible for receiving, taking
delivery, checking for storage and breakage, storing on site, carrying out the installation and for
guarantee as required by the Guarantee Clause.
The sub-contractor will erect and connect all fittings, wiring in circuit and switching as indicated on the
plans. The electrical contractor must indicated this arrangement prior to the actual installation to the
Engineer.

3.9 WIRING APPLIANCES

Wiring to permanently connected appliances which vibrate or may be moved shall have terminating
conductors protected by flexible conduits of length to suit appliances. Flexible conduits shall be firmly
secured at each end, by means of an approved type adapter.
Wiring to permanently connected appliances, including light fixtures, which is unlikely to be removed in
service shall have connecting and terminating conductors protected by screwed steel conduit or
flexible conduits, where applicable.

4.0 EXPOSED SWITCHS

Where switches are fitted externally exposed to rain and in damp situations, weather proof type shall
be constructed from non-ferrous die-casting material. Fixing screws for weather-proof switches shall
be brass or other incorrodable metal.

5.0 GENERAL POWER OUTLETS

All general power outlets shall be of the three pins shuttered type for single phase 240 volts in
accordance with B.S. 1353 and B.S 546 with the required current rating. The earth pin shall be earthed
with earth wire run inside the conduit.

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Where power outlets are required in exterior locations or in damp situations the outlets and plugs shall
be of the weather-proof type mounted at 4 ft - 6 ins, above ground level.
The weather-proof outlets and plugs shall be constructed from non-ferrous die casting with all fixing
materials be of approved incorrodible metal.
The outlets shall be provided with a weather-tight covers for use when the outlets are in use.
Each outlets shall be provided with a weather-tight plug to accommodate steel flexible conduit and the
weather-tight plugs shall only be handed over to the Employer during the handling over stage.

6.0 LIGHT FITTINGS

6.1 SCOPE
This section of the specification covers the technical and physical requirements of the light fittings
together with their packaging delivery and installation at site. All fittings shall be of types approved by
Tenaga Nasional Berhad.
Electrical Inspectorates & shall have certificate of approval test certificate from recognised testing
authority. Light fittings shall be maintained by Sub-Contractor in accordance with Schedule of
maintenance.

6.2 STREET LIGHTING

i) General
Rectilinear shaped, fabricated body, with stored texture black finish houses removable gear tray
and optical system, with adaptors for wall or pole mounting.
ii) Reflector
Computer designed hydroformed aluminium reflector.
iii) Bezel
Prismatic borosilicate glass reflector and in combination with the reflector shall produce wide
spacing with sharp out off while achieving obscuration of the lamp.
iv) Lamp
250W MBIF ( HQI-E ).
v) Ballast
The ballast shall be of switch start type with low losses suitable for incorporation within the fitting.
The ballast shall be impregnated and filled solid with polyester or other approved special high
melting point compound all contain in a robust steel case.
vi) Control Gear
Integral and removable gear tray comprising of ballast, P.F capasitor (> 0.9) & ignitor and
prewired with heat resistant cable.
vii) Other
Door frame shall be hinged to the body and held in place by two quarter turn fasteners. The
reflector shall be hinged to the door frame for easy access to control gear tray.
viii) Dimension
380mm X 203mm X 547mm
ix) Mounting
6m Orthogonal Hot Dip galvanized iron pole.
x) Compliance
Shall comply with the requirements of BS 4553 : 102 : 1: 1981 and IP 54.
xi) Similar or Approved Equivalent
Holophane Somerset.

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6.3 AREA / PARK LIGHTING
i) General
Geometrical shape, modular form with fabricated body in black textured paint & stored.
Constructed from a die-cast aluminium back plate & a borosilicate glass reflector and a single
point concealed latch facilities.
ii) Reflector
Computer designed hydroformed aluminium reflector.
iii) Bezel
Thermally shock resistant moulded borosilicate prismatic glass reflector to produce evenly spread
to achieved good uniformity.
iv) Lamp
250W MBIF( HQI – E )
v) Ballast
The ballast shall be of switch start type with low losses suitable for incorporation within the fitting.
The ballast shall be impregnated and filled solid with polyester or other approved special high
melting point compound all contain in a robust steel case.
vi) Control Gear
Conceal highes gear tray with a single positive action latch at top comprising of ballast, P.F
capacitor (>0.9) and ignitor and prewired with heat resistant cable.
vii) Other
The die-cast housing and optical assembly frame when disclosed shall be sealed by a closed cell
resilient gasket. There shall be a stainless steel retaining wire attached between the main
housing and refractor frame.
viii) Dimension
412mm X 282mm X 412mm
ix) Mounting
6m Orthogonal Hot Dip galvanised iron pole.
x) Compliance
Shall comply with the requirements of BS 4553 : 102 : 1: 1981 and 1P 54.

xi) Similar or Approved Equivalent

Holophane Module 600.

6.4 FABRICATION
General fabrication and construction with regard to safety aspect shall generally comply to B.S. 2467.

7.0 SON FITTINGS

Fittings shall be fabricated from sheet steel, mm. 22 B.G. Metal-work and other components shall be
jig or die formed to ensure uniformity. Particularly attention shall be paid to the finish of welds which
shall be ground off and filled. Fittings shall have no sharp edges likely to cause injury during handling
and special care shall be taken to ensure that deformation does not take place during assembly. After
fabrication, fittings shall be throughly degreased and cleaned, given a rust inhibiting treatment, each
primed and given two coats (wet or dry) of white stove enamel.
Finish coat shall be with an Acrylic based paint using a Titanium Dioxide pigmnet.
All screwed used in assembly of fittings shall be chrome-plated and shall engage in nuts or tapped
holes. SeIf-tapping screws are not permitted. Screw heads on the outside of fittings shall be counter
sunk to preserve a smooth finish.
Fittings shall have enclosures for lamps and control gear and shall be so designed that the maximum
operating temperature in each shall not exceed 55 F surrounding the fitting does not exceed 100 F.

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Control gear shall be fixed to the back plate of each fitting and all bolts used for this purpose shall be
welded to prevent turning when nuts are tightened so that all control gear may be dismantled and
reinstalled v the carcass of the fittings remains in site.
Capacitor shall be mounted at least 6” clear of ballasts & starter switches at least 3’’ clear of lamp ends.
Starter switches shall be mounted between the tubes in multi-lamp fittings and on the underside above
the tubes in single lamp fittings. Fittings shall be fitted with diffusers as indicated.
Design of fittings, and trims shall be such that no light lack are visible. Particular care in this regard
shall be paid to joints in the trim and to the fixing of the trim fitting particularly at the ends.

8.0 PACKAGING
Prior to installation all fitting shall be individually packed in substantial, reinforced cardboard cartons
adequate to prevent damage during normal handling.
A label shall be affixed to the outside of each cartons clearly defining its contents. Each carton shall
contain all the components of a complete fitting except that fluorescent tubes and diffusers for
recessed fittings may be packaged separately.

9.0 DELIVERY
All fitting shall be delivery free into the sub-contractor’s store at site.

10.0 SAMPLES
All tenderer may be asked to submit of any or all fitting before the contract is let & these may be take into
account when assessing tender. Samples shall be delivered to a place designated by the Engineer within
seven ( 7 ) days of a request to supply same samples shall be supplied entirely at the Sub-Contractor
risk & shall be picked up by the Sub-Contractor when the Engineers is finished with them.

11.0 POWER SUPPLY

All fittings complete with necessary component supplied under outs contract shall be suitable for 240V
/ 5Ocelcius / 1 phase operation.

12.0 PARTICULAR REQUIREMENTS

The particular light fitting as shown on drawing shall be applied and installed in accordance to the
requirement of the specification and drawings.
All light fixtures shall be supplied complete with lamps.

13.0 TAPERED COLUMN

13.1 GENERAL
The design. material and supply of sectional tapered octoganal galvanised lighting columns complete
with weather proof door, service slot, curved octagonal bracket arms and complete assembly.
This specification is to be read together with the Form of timber, General Conditions of Contract, and is
to be complied with in the submission of the tender of this work.

13.2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Tapered octogonal lighting column.
The mounting height ‘H’ (the vertical distance measured from road surface to the centre of the light
source) shall be as shown in the Drawings. The columns shall either be supported by flange plates on
concrete footings or be planted in the ground to the specified depth.
The completed column shall consist of the bracket arm connected to tapered octogonal sections which
are connected together by forced slip joints. The number of sections required will depend on the
mounting height specified, but in no instance shall any of the intermediate sections be less than 5.6m.
The sections shall have a minimum overlap of 1.25 times their width at the joints.

13.3 MATERIAL
The columns shall be manufactured from steel conforming to B.S. 4360 :72 - Grade 43 celcius or B.S.
4360 : 72 - Grade 50 celcius.
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13.4 LOADINGS AND STRESS

Columns shall be designed to withstand loadings comprising of:-
a) Wind loads of up to 27M/Sec ( 60 m.p.h.)
b) The loads due to the weight of the column, luminaire and the bracket arms.
Each column section shall be machine formed and longitudinally welded by continuous a tomatic gas
shielded electric are process.
Maximum Stress and Deflection. When subject to the preceding design loads the column shall comply
with B.S. 1840 :1960.

14.0 GENERAL DIMENSIONS / TOLERANCES

14.1 DIMENSIONS
The general dimensions shall be as shown in Drawing No. …………………… and
……………………… in this section.

14.2 TOLERANCES
Section : The tolerance on the diameter of the circle inscribing on the outer surfaces of the
octogonal section shall be + 1.5% of the diameter.
Thickness : The tolerance on the thickness of the material shall be + 15% of the thickness.
Straightness : The completed column shall not deviate from straightness by more than an amount
calculated at a rate of 2.1 mm per metre.

14.3 ACCESSORIES
Doors and Door opening.
A weatherproof door shall be provided with a locking device over the door opening as shown in the
exhibited drawings.
Baseboard made of non-hygroscopic material shall be provided and mounted in each column as
shown in the exhibited drawings.

14.4 EARTHING TERMINAL

A corrosion resistant electrical earthing terminal in the form of a bolt of not less than 6 mm in diameter
and 20 mm long having substantial contact surfaces for the attachment of an earthing lead shall be
provided close to the door opening of each column and inside the column in a positive as shown in the
exhibited drawings. Two suitably sized washers and two nuts shall be provided.

14.5 SERVICE SLOTS

In the event where planted columns are employed, the position and dimensions of service slots shall
conform to B.S. 1840 - 1960.

14.6 CURVED ARM

The curved arm shall be octogonal in shape and attached with round pipe at the smaller end. The
other end of the curved arm shall slip into the housing of the main column. The smaller end of curved
arm shall finish with a “spigot” for the safe mounting of the required lantern.

15.0 DESIGN CALCULATIONS

Where required, design calculations shall be submitted by a corporate member of the Institution of the
relevant discipline.
Calculations to be provided for the column shall include Deflection and Stresses at 1M intervals from
base to top.

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16.0 PROTECTION AGAINST CORROSION
Individual sections of the column, base plates and brackets arms shall be protected against corossion by
hot-dip galvanizing internally and externally in accordance with B.S. 729 :1971. All welding work shall be
done before galvanizing. The jointing of the parts by welding after galvanizing shall not be permitted.
The treatments prior to galvanizing shall include processing, rinsing, picking, then rinsing and fitting.
Post-treatment such as chromating shall then be applied.
The minimum average zinc coating weight shall confirm to B.S 729 : 1971 or the latest edition.

17.0 TEST AND TEST CERTIFICATES

The supplier shall, at his own expense conduct the following tests on one sample column to be
submitted to an approved testing laboratory or authority :-
i) Dimensional and Weight Measurement of column.
ii) Temporary Deflection Test
The column is to be mounted horizontally and rigidly supported for the distance equivalent to planting
depth & loaded, as a cantilever at a point from the top of the columns as specified in the exhibited
drawings. The loading system shall be such as to satisfy the deflection requirement of B.S. 1840 : 1960.
Test Certificates for the above shall be submitted by the Supplier when required by the Engineer.

18.0 ADDITIONAL TEST

Where deemed required, the Engineer may arrange to conduct at its own expense the Temporary
Deflection test on 5% of any or all lots of columns supplied. In the event of any column not fulfilling the
test requirements, a further 5% shall be subjected to the tests enumerated above. Should any further
failure occur, the lot from which the columns have been selected shall be liable to rejection, and the
Supplier required to replace these entirely at his own expense.
The Engineer may also arrange to conduct at its own expense dimensional measurements on any or
all bracket arms supplied to test compliance with exhibited drawings with regard to :-
a) Smoothness of curvature of bracket arm.
b) Tolerance of curvature - which shall be within + 2% of the radius.
c) The angle of tilt at the end of the bracket arm - which shall be within + 1 degree of the tilt specified.
The angle of tilt shall be measured with the bracket arm Installed on the column & measurements
made with calibrated spirit-level at any point within 150 mm from the end of the bracket arm.
Bracket arms which do not comply with specifications shall be rejected and the Supplier shall replace
these at his own expense.

19.0 INSPECTION
The supplier is responsible for making such tests at the deems necessary to assure compliance with
the specification requirements. Test result including technical composition and mechanical properties
of base metal, zinc coating weight or other tests shall be carried out by the manufacturer and be made
available for inspection by the Engineer upon request.

20.0 MANUFACTURER’S GUARANTEE

The supplier on request shall furnish a test certificate from the manufacturer, providing that all base
metal, zinc coating weight or other tests conform to the Specification requirements. When not in
conformity with the specification requirement the columns shall be rejected &be replaced free of cost
by the supplier.
chedule of information to be provided with tender.
he tenderer shall provide complete details of the proposed columns, base plate assembly. and details
of assembly procedure, eye all set setout on the attached schedule.
ailure to complete and submit the Schedule with the tender will result in rejection of the tender.

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AUTOMATIC MAINS FAILURE DIESEL ENGINE DRIVEN STANDBY GENERATING SETS &
CONTROL PANELS
1.0 EXTENT OF WORK
This section of the specification details the requirements for the continuous operation diesel alternator
and associated works.
The Sub-Contractor is to supply, install, test and commission ready for service control panel, control
equipment, exhaust piping system, radiator fan, discharge acoustic ducting, acoustical silencer & fuel
system.
Provision of sensing cables to generator panel and fire alarm panel.
Provision of signal cables to lift machine switchboards and mechanical services board to initialise
generator supply power mode operation.
Diesel generators shall be suitable for supplying electrical power to loads which inject high levels of
transients and distortions into the reticulation system such as large variable speed motors with solid
state controllers.
The output ratings shall be at 0.8 power factor lagging continuous, 415 Volt 3 phase 4 wire 50Hz.
The output rating of the diesel engine generator sets shall be that determined, after allowance for all
auxiliaries connected directly to the diesel engine and alternator set including fuel pumps, controls, oil
pumps, condenser water pumps and turbo chargers.
The rating shall be assessed in accordance with BS 5514 and As 1501 under the operating conditions
set out in this specification.
The system shall also be capable of supplying, without damage , an overload condition of 110% for
one hour, following at least three hours operation at full load under the extremes of plantroom
conditions specified.

2.0 FUNCTION
2.1 The function of the standby set is to extend electricity supply for the essential services automatically
via cabling to the Main L.V. Switchboard (Essential Services) during a mains supply failure. Under
normal mains available conditions, the load is fed via a 4- pole change- over contactor or bypass
switch to the Main Switchboard (Essential Services). When the main fail, the “normal supply ” section
of the change-over contactor is released and by this action, the set starts automatically. Within the
specified time the “generator supply” section of the change – over contactor closes and thus feeds the
load from the alternator of the generating set until such time as the mains supply are restored to
“normal supply” condition and the engine shuts down. The general arrangement of connections is
indicated on the relevant Main Schematics Diagrams.
2.2 The main sensing relays to be provided for the set shall be suitable to detect a total failure of the
electrical supply or a drop of up to 15% or an increase of more than 10% of the normal rated voltage in
any of the 3-phases of the supply. The set shall also be equipped with a device for time delay
adjustment ( 0-30 minutes ) to prevent the set from shutting down in the event of false mains failure or
momentary break in the supply. This device shall be adjustable from 0 to 10 seconds.
2.3 The automatics start circuit shall be supplied from the “ mains ” side of the Incoming Air Circuit Breaker
of the Main L.V Switchboard.
The operation of the automatics start shall initiate the starting of the set which shall run up and attain
correct speed, voltage and frequency for a full load acceptance within 10 secs. from initiation of the
starting sequence when starting from cold.

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3.0 ENGINE
3.1 Diesel Engine
The diesel engines shall be rated in accordance with British Standard specification 649: 1958, based
on an altitude of 500 feet and an ambient temperature of 85 deg. Fahrenheit.
It shall comprise the following features: -
(a) The diesel engine be of the compression ignition, four stroke, totally enclosed, water cooled direct
injection, vertical multi – cylinder, “ Vee ” or vertical in line formation engine, with two inlet and two
exhaust valves per cylinder, thyroidal cavity pistons and a common bore and stroke. The engine
may either be naturally aspirated, turbo charged or turbo charged with after cooling of the charge
air and shall be suitable for operation at a speed of 1,500 R.P.M. Details of any turbo charger
shall be stated in appropriate Appendix.
(b) Full pressure lubrication by means of a gear driven pump through full – flow filters with
replacement elements. An oil cooler, strainer and a relief valve shall be fitted.
(c) An enclosed, fuel injection pump with twin diaphragm type fuel lift pumps. In addition, twin parallel
fuel filters with replaceable elements shall be fitted and a 24V shut-down solenoid also be
provided. A primary fuel filter shall also included as feature of the fuel injection system of the
engine. The shut-down solenoid be de-energized to trip with provision for starting.
(d) For the air filtration system dry type filters shall be provided.
(e) The generator set should be equipt with Electronic Governor and the frequency should be
maintenance ±0 5% of 50 Hz.
(f) The class of governing shall be Class A1 in accordance with the re of BS 649. The Sub-
Contractor shall provide full details and characteristics of the governor that he proposes to
provide to meet this requirement.
(g) The engine shall develop sufficient brake horse power for the required duty, at a speed of 1,500
r.p.m., and shall be directly coupled, to the alternator. In addition, the engine shall be arranged to
permit a l 0% overload for a period of one hour in any consecutive 12 hour period.
(h) Electrical sensing devices shall be provided to detect the following engine faults:-
a) High coolant temperature
b) Low lubricating oil pressure
c) Over-speed (trip at 1750 RPM)
(i) The following instruments and manual controls shall be provided and suitably grouped on the
engine so that they are easily accessible and visible. The controls shall be supported on anti-
vibration mountings: -
a) Lubricating oil pressure gauge
b) Engine tachometer with integral engine hours counter.
c) Coolant temperature gauges (inlet and outlet to cooler).
d) Lubricating oil temperature gauges (inlet and outlet to cooler).
e) Turbo charger pressure gauge
f) Electrical and fuel controls - for use under manual starting conditions.
g) Battery charge ammeter and voltmeter.
h) Emergency start and stop push button to over-ride the complete control system excluding
engine and alternator safety and interlocks.
All gauges shall be clearly marked to indicate the normal working pressure, temperature, etc.

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3.2 Electrical Starting & Battery Charging Equipment
(a) The engine shall be fitted with an axial type, starter motor suitable for operation from a 24V,
battery. The motor shall disengage automatically when the engine fires.
(b) In addition, an adjustable timing device shall be built-in with the starting system to prevent
immediate consecutive operation of the starter motor, either by push-button or automatic remote
starting device, in the event of the engine failing to fire. Such timing device shall allow a lapse of 6
sec. to 1 5 sacs. between each successive restart of the starter motor, so as to allow sufficient
time for the starter motor to automatically disengage itself from the engine’s cranking gear before
attempt to restart is made.
All electrical equipment shall be suitable for operation on a 24 volt DC battery supply.
3.3 Engine Mounting System
The bedplate for the engine/alternator set shall be rigidly constructed of fabricated steel and supported
on the floor by anti-vibration mountings.
The base frame of the diesel alternator set shall have four lifting and winching points, located in
convenient positions.

4.0 ALTERNATOR
4.1 Alternator
The alternator set is to be directly coupled to the engine & shall be of the brushless type, self-exciting
& self-regulating, with a rotating salient pole field system and incorporating the following features: -
(a) The alternator shall be wound for a 3-phase, 4-wire, star connected system of rated output and
frequency of 50 Hz with an earthed neutral and shall have a continuous maximum rating of the
specified capacity with phase rotation & wave from complying with the relevant British Standards.
(b) The alternator shall be capable of supplying its rated output at a power factor of 0.8 lagging. The
alternator shall have a short time rating of 10% overload for one hour in any period of twelve hours.
(c) The alternator shall be capable of carrying short current for 3 seconds without damage to any
part.
(d) All end terminals of the star connected winding including the neutral point shall be brought out
and terminated in a mains terminal box mounted on the stertor frame. The box shall be suitable
for the termination of the specified outgoing cables.
(e) The enclosure shall be of the screen-protected, drip proof type and manufactured in accordance
with B.S.S. 2613:1970. It shall have the following construction features:-
(i) Fabricated steel construction throughout
(ii) Ball and roller bearings
(iii) Dynamically balanced rotating field
(iv) Salient pole construction with heavy damper windings.
(v) A.C. exciter and liberally rated silicon diode assembly.
(vi) Efficient cooling system by means of a centrifugal fan.
(f) For the excitation system & automatic voltage regular (A.V.R.), the alternator shall be designed for
position voltage build-up by permanent magnets being provided in the exciter field & with special
windings to provide power via a silicon rectifier to the exciter field. Constant output voltage shall be
achieved by provision of a transistorised A.V.R. to adjust the exciter field current to compensate for
all normal variations and power factor. The A.V.R. shall incorporate the following features:-
(i) The voltage regulation shall be ÷ 2½% of nominal from no-load to full-load at: -
 any power factor within the range 0.8 lagging and unity.
 between the hot and cold running conditions at the alternator, and
 for the engine speed variation of 4½% between no-load and full-load.
After any load transients, the voltage shall be restored to within these limited in less than 3
seconds.
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(ii) When the alternator set, at rated speed and voltage, on no-load under the control of its
normal excitation and voltage regulating systems is switch on to a symmetrical load of 35%
of its rated KVA at rated voltage, the initial voltage drop shall not exceed 15% of rated
voltage & the voltage shall recover to at least 94% of rated voltage in less than 1.5seconds.
(iii) Negligible voltage drift.
(iv) Negligible radio or television interference
(v) The line voltage ware from shall be limited to 2% harmonic content. For all loads from 25%
to 125% its shall not exceed 5% for any other load conditions.
(vi) Provision for hand trimming shall be made available, in addition to automatic trimming.
(vii) The A.V.R. shall be mounted in a component box on the set, using anti-vibration mountings.
Electrical connections to the A.V.R. shall be taken through a multi-way plug and socket.
(f) The alternator’s rotor insulation shall be to Class ‘F’. BSS 2757:1956, while the insulation on all
other windings shall be to Class ‘E’. All windings shall be fully tropicalised and impregnated with
high quality oil-resistant varnish.
(g) The alternator is to be equipped with a compounding circuit to enable it to tolerate peak currents
associated with the starting of large squirrel-cage motors with minimum effect on line coltage.

4.2 Mounting
The combined engine and generator unit shall be bolted to a separate sub-frame which, in turn, shall
be attached to a main frame though resilient mountings, thus providing protection from engine
vibration for control gear, fuel tank, radiator and other components, including the floor, ceiling & walls
of the buildings.

4.3 Coupling
A flexible rubber block coupling shall be fitted between the engine and alternator to provide the drive
and, at the same time, to absorb the transmission of shock loads.
The total flexibility shall be so designed as to match the torsional characteristics of the system to
prevent resonant conditions. The rotating flexible coupling shall be completely shielded by the coupling
ring and additional steel guards.

5.0 BATTERIES AND CHARGERS

Batteries shall be of the nickel metal hydride type rated at 24 volts and of sufficient capacity to provide
minimum six consecutive starts of the diesel set within a period of 6 minutes.
Automatic mains operated battery charger unit complete with volt- meter and ammeter, shall be
provided to maintain the battery in a fully charged condition. The charger shall be provided with a
manually operated control switch to give either float charge or boost charge facilities. The boost
charger should be capable of recharging the battery to a fully charged condition within 8 hours.
A battery charger failure protection alarm unit shall be fitted in each charger unit and arranged to
operate in the event of the battery voltage falling below normal float level for a period of more than 30
minutes.
Details of the batteries shall be inserted in the appropriate Appendix.

6.0 CONTROL CUBICLE

6.1 Main Failure Control Panel -
The Mains Failure Control Panel metal clad, cubicle type panel as generalIy detailed on Schematic
Drawings.
6.2 The control panel shall each be equipped with the following components and features: -
(a) Triple pole & neutral circuit breaker with shunt trip coil, wherever indicated on the relevant
Schematic Diagrams.

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(b) 1 No. - 3-pole, I.D.M.T. relay unit of appropriate type and approved make, complete with built-in,
hand reset type, mechanical flag indicators. The relay unit shall be provided with 3 nos., current
transformers of appropriate capacity, class and ratio, for installation on the bus bars.
(c) 1 No., Single pole, instantaneous type, earth fault relay of approved make, complete with built-in
hand reset type, mechanical flag indicator and a current transformer of appropriate capacity,
class and ratio, for installation on the bus-bar.
(d) Voltage sensing relays and associated equipment.
(e) 1 set - Adjustable time delay (0 - 30 minutes) equipment to prevent shutting-down of engine in the
event of false mains restoration.
(f) 1 set - Adjustable time delay (0 - 10 secs.) equipment to prevent set starting in the event of false
mains failure or a momentary break in the supply.
(g) 1 No., Immersion heater relay
(h) 1 set - Voltmeter with a 6-positions selector switch and protection cut-out fitted with HRC fuse-
links.
(i) 3 nos., - Ammeter of appropriate range, and three(3) current transformers of suitable capacity,
class and ratio.
(j) 1 nos., - 3-phase, 4-wire unbalanced load kilowatt hour meter of approved type, to be operated
off the appropriate current transformers.
(k) 1 nos., frequency meter of direct reading type as specified.
(I) Battery chargers with ammeters, voltmeters and control switches (may alternatively be fitted in a
separate cubicle).
(m) 1 nos., power factor meter
(n) 1 nos., duty selector switch for “OFF”, “TEST”, and “MANUAL” and position.
(o)* “Mains Supply on” indicator lamp
(p)* Mains on load” Indicator lamp.
(q)* “Alternator supply on” indicator lamp.
(r)* “Alternator on load” indicator lamp.
(s)* Engine start push button with reset push-button.
(t)* Engine stop push button.
(u) Mains failure simulation switch.
(v)* “Fail to start” indicator lamp.
(w) “Hour” meter.
(x)* “Low oil pressure” shut-down indicator lamp.
(y)* “High water temperature” shut-down indicator lamp.
(z)* “Engine over-speed” shut-down indicator lamp.
(aa)* “Circuit breaker tripped” indicator lamp.
(bb)* “Alternator over voltage” shutdown indicator lamp.
(cc)* “Radiator Fan Motor” shut-down indicator lamp.
(dd)* Fault reset push-button.
(ee) Alarm acknowledgement (this push button should at the same time cancel the audible alarm).
(ff) 1 no. plant receiving attention lamp (to be used in conjunction with alarm acknowledgement push
button).

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(gg) HRC fuses for A.C. instrument and control circuits
(hh) All necessary internal wiring and interconnections
(ii) Provision for termination of all supplies cables.
(jj) 1 set - All necessary, black ivorine labels with engraved work (plastic, stick-on type labels shall
not be permitted). The set shall also include a main label for the panel with 1” high words :
“AUTOMATIC MAINS FAILURE CONTROL PANEL” engraved therein.
(kk) All other control devices etc. as required for the operation of the plant and to provide facilities
covered elsewhere in the Specification
Functions (x) - (cc) inclusive shall, in addition to giving a visual warning, also sound and audible
alarm.
The items marked thus * shall be provided with facilities of repeat on a remote indication unit.
Spare terminals shall be provided in the control cubicle for the interconnection wiring between
these items and the remote unit. The Sub-Contractor shall include for the supply of the remote
indication unit which shall be complete with all lamps, switches, etc. internal wiring, terminal
blocks and engraved designation labels. Terminals shall be provided in the remote indication unit
for the possible connection of an audible alarm.

7.0 VENTILATION, ENGINE EXHAIJST& ENGINE COOLING (RADIATOR FAN) SYSTEM

7.1 The design supply and installation of the plant room ventilation, silencer, exhaust, acoustic pipework
and engine cooling system shall be undertaken by the Sub- Contractor. In this connection, the Sub-
Contractor shall provide the M & E Consulting Engineer with all necessary calculation and information
for the construction of the exhaust riser duct and radiator fan duct, based on such dimensions and
methods as recommended by the Manufacturer of the generating set. For this purpose, the Sub-
Contractor shall liaise with his Supplier of the generating set and arrange for necessary dimensioned
drawings to be prepared for the construction of the ducts and for the provision of a suitable booster
duct fan (if required). The Sub-Contractor shall bear all costs in connection with the preparation of
such drawing or drawings and submit six(6) prints of same to the Engineer for onward transmission to
the various parties concerned.
The costs for the plantroom ventilation system, engine exhaust system complete with silencer and the
engine cooling system should be priced separately. The Employer reserves the right to delete any of
the systems and materials offered.
7.2 An exhaust pipe system complete with necessary high degree silencers acoustic shall be provided &
mounted horizontally on the underside of the roof slab of the plant room. The exhaust system shall be
complete with all necessary flexible connections, supports, expansion joints, flanges, etc., the exhaust
pipework being finally taken through the wall to terminate beyond the outside wall surface.
7.3 Piping within the building shall be lagged with suitable thermal insulation protected by lynished
aluminium sheeting. Flexible exhaust pipe sections shall be incorporated near the engine outlet to
reduce transmission of en vibration to the remainder of the exhaust system.
7.4 The exhaust pipes shall be suitably sleeved where they pass through walls It shall be isolated with
calcium silicate insulation of minimum 38mm thickness.
7.5 The primary silencer shall be a multiple chamber reactive type designed for low frequency noise and
exhaust pulsation control. The silencers shall be of welded sheet steel construction, all components
shall be stiffened and braced to minimise vibration, and shall be finished with high quality heat resistant
paint for surface temperature of up to 600°C. All silencers are to be thermally insulated to minimise
heat losses with acoustic design.
7.6 Drain plugs shall be fitted in the lowest sections of the exhaust pipework for drainage from
condensation.

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8.0 FUEL CONSUMPTION
8.1 The Sub-Contractor shall state in the appropriate Appendix or prepare a separate chart the fuel
consumption at rated output, 3/4 rated output and 1/2 rated output when the engine is operating under
the prevailing site atmospheric conditions.
8.2 The consumption shall be stated in both gallons/hour litres/hour and pounds per BHP per hour and
shall be based on a fuel having a nett calorific value of 42.7 Megajoules/kilogram generally complying
with B.S. 2869, Class A.

9.0 FUEL OIL SYSTEM

The Sub-Contractor shall supply and install the following items of equipment for the fuel supply system
for each of the generator plants: -
9.1 A fuel day tank which shall be mounted at high level and positioned near the set as indicated on the
relevant drawings.
The tank shall be complete with all necessary external connections, isolating valves, vent to
atmosphere, dial type level indicator, and a drain cock. The level indicator shall be of such a size and
so fitted that it can easily be read from the ground.
The tank shall be of sufficient capacity to maintain the set on full load for a period of approximately
twelve (24) hours.
The tank shall be fitted with isolating cock, having removable handle, fitted in the supply line to the
engine, and drain cock for the removal of sediment A removable wire mesh inlet shall be incorporated
in the inlet to the tank.
9.2 A wall-mounted, hand-operated, semi-rotary type pump shall be provided as standby to pump fuel
from 44 gallons drum to the day tank of the generating set. The pump shall be supplied and installed
on the inside face of the wall of the generating plant’s room which adjoins the access to the plantroom.
One end of the pump’s inlet pipe shall be connected to the pump whilst the other end of the inlet pipe
shall terminate in a suitable valve which shall be fitted with means of connecting to a flexible hose to
the oil drum. At the outlet end of the pump, a fuel filter unit (provided with a built-in, removable-type,
fine gauge brass gauge fuel filter element) shall be fitted, to which one end of the fuel outlet pipe to the
fuel day tank shall be connected.
9.3 All fuel piping and connections between the rotary pump and fuel day tank, and between the fuel day
tank and generator set fuel inlet.
9.4 In addition, the day tank shall be internally equipped with a float and sensor switch system (floats to be
of copper and switches to be of the sparkles type) for remotely monitoring the fuel level in the day tank
viz. FULL, HALF & ONE-QUARTER.
The float switch system shall also be for remotely switching-in and switching off the electrically-
operated fuel pump at the main fuel storage tank via a 24V, single-phase, 50Hz, A.C. underground
control cable linking the starter of the fuel pump and the float switches in the service tank, as indicated
on the relevant drawings. Control and sensing cables shall be ny the Electrical Sub-Contractor,
The Sub-Contractor shall provide enough diesel to the day storage tank for 12 hour operation.

10.0 OVERFLOW DRIP TRAYS

Drip trays, or other suitable portable receptacles, shall be provided for each plant, one each for fuel
and lubricating oil overflow at the engine and fuel overflow at the day fuel storage tank. These shall be
manufactured from good quality sheet steel with welded edges to prevent leaking, and provided with
suitable external lifting handles on all sides
Overflow pipes at the engine and daily service tank shall be extended, where necessary, to a level
slightly above the height of these receptacles

11.0 LUBRICANTS
Only the best quality oils and lubricants shall be used. All lubricants shall conform to the requirements
of BS 1905 : 1965 and shall be filtered to 10 microns.

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Where accessibility to a particular lubricating point would be difficult, provision shall be made for
remote lubrication
Lubrication shall be forced feed. All lubrication pumps shall be gear driven.

22.0 NOISE AND VIBRATION CONTROL SPECIFICATIONS FOR STANDBY GENERATOR SETS
12.1 GENERAL
(a) This section of the Specification covers the supply, delivery, installation and testing of Noise &
Vibration Control equipment to be used in the isolation of the Standby Generator Set(s) as called
for in this Specification.
(b) It is the intent of this Specification that noise levels due to mechanical equipment and related
services will be controlled to the design objectives stated herein, in Clause 12.13.2. The
requirements specified are considered to be the minimum precautions necessary to achieve
these objectives. The entire installation shall operate without objectionable noise and vibration as
determined by the Engineer in compliance to the Design Objectives.
(c) This Specification, covers the supply, delivery to site, installation, commissioning and guarantee
for one (1) year of the noise and vibration control equipment as described in the Specification.
(d) The Sub-Contractor shall examine existing site conditions, all drawings and specifications
including architectural and structural sets of working documents, before commencing any work on
the project and shall, immediately bring to the Engineer’s attention any characteristic or properties
of the building or any other factors which, in his opinion, would jeopardize or nullity the attainment
of the design objectives.
(e) The Sub-Contractor shall be responsible for all submissions and attainment of approval from
Jabatan Alam Sekitar before commencement of any work.
(f) The Sub-Contractor shall guarantee that the complete plant and installation, when operated
within the mechanical and electrical design criteria, shall acoustically perform to the noise and
vibration criteria specified in this section.
(g) The Sub-Contractor shall be responsible for any corrective action which may be necessary either
during construction or after completion of the works, to achieve all design objectives.

12.2 DESIGN OBJECTIVES

(a) Noise emissions from the diesel engines, engine exhaust, radiator fan discharge, fresh air intake
and all associated services, shall be controlled such that the noise levels at property boundaries
of the site, or 6km away from any discharge or intake outlets whichever is nearer, are less than
6OdBA at daytime and 55dBA at night time.
(b) All environmental noise levels, noise emissions and noise control measures shall comply to
requirements and approval of Jabatan Alam Sekitar, Kementerian Sains, Teknologi dan Alam
Sekitar, Malaysia.
(c) Noise control treatment required of the generator sets shall consists of : -
(i) Radiator Discharge Silencing,
(ii) Fresh Air Intake Silencing
(iii) Exhaust Gas Discharge Silencing,
(iv) Acoustic Doors,
(v) Vibration Isolation.
(d) The noise control equipment for the generator sets shall be installed such that the performance
and outputs of the generator sets are not affected.

12.3 RADIATOR DISCHARGE AND INTAKE AIR SILENCING (DISSIPATIVE TYPE)

(a) Ventilation air shall be drawn through the intake and discharge attenuators via the radiator fans.

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(b) Intake and discharge attenuators shall be dissipative type, constructed from minimum 1.5mm
galvanized steel casing construction with hot dipped galvanized steel flanges an galvanized steel
splitter infilled with high density fibreglass or mineral wool sound absorption material.
(c) Sound absorption material shall be held in place with at least 5% compression to prevent voids
due to settling. Absorption material density shall be minimum 64-130 kg/cu.m rockwool or
minimum 48kg/cu m. fibreglass, faced with minimum 0.55mm perforated galvanized sheet steel
of minimum 20% open area.
(d) Sound Attenuator cross-section dimensions shall be determined such that the total pressure loss
across the intake and radiator discharge sound attenuators does not exceed 80% of the
maximum allowable pressure loss of the radiator fan selected.
(e) The minimum Insertion Loss of lntake and Radiator Discharge Dissipative Type Sound
Attenuators shall be: -

Octave Band
Frequency 63 125 250 500 1K 2K 4K
Insertion loss
(dB) 12 20 32 38 93 36 28 2

12.4 EXHAUST GAS SILENCING

(a) The engine exhaust noise shall be controlled with Primary and Secondary Exhaust Silencers
connected in series. The Primary and Secondary Exhaust Silencer hall be a Multi-Chamber
Reactive Type and Straight Through Absorptive Type respectively.
(b) The exhaust silencers shall be welded sheet steel construction of minimum 3mm thickness, all
components shall be stiffened and braced to minimize vibration, and shall be finished with high
quality heat resistant paint to surface temperature of up to 540°C. All silencers shall be thermally
insulated to minimize heat losses.
(c) The minimum attenuation required for the exhaust silencers are stipulated in
Octave Band frequency (Hz) 63 125 250 500 1K 2K
Insertion loss(dB) 9 14 19 22 25 23 28
(d) All exhaust silencers shall be installed via a flexible joint to the engine and suspended with
vibration isolators stipulated in Clause 12.13.8.
(e) The Supplier shall also make accurate gas flow studies to ensure that the maximum allowable
back pressure for the engines selected is not exceeded.

12.5 ACOUSTIC DOORS

(a) Acoustical two hour fire-rated doors shall be constructed from approved materials with quality
control complying with ASTM A366, AISI M1002 and AISI 1018 Standards with a minimum
Sound Transmission Class (STC) of 40.
(b) The door leaf shall be minimum 60 kg/m² in surface weight and shall not exceed 100mm in
thickness. The door leaf shall be of flush type with door skin made from 2mm M.S. sheet primer
coated of 20 microns of Zincphosphate with internal vertical steel and internal reinforcements for
hinges, lock and door-closer. Door leaf shall be insulated with incombustible mineral wool
minimum 20kg/rn density.
(c) The minimum sound transmission loses of the door shall be: -
Octave Band frequency(Hz) 125 250 500 1K 2K 4K
Insertion loss (dB) 25 30 380 42 47 48 28
(d) The acoustic door assemblies shall consist of frame door leaf, perimeter seal, floor seal, hinges,
pull handle, push plate, lock set and stainless steel door sill.

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12.6 PENETRATIONS
(a) All penetrations through the exterior walls for exhaust pipework shall be isolated with asbestos
rope insulation of minimum 38mm thickness & sealed airtight with resilient non-setting compound.
(b) All other pipe penetrations through building walls must be similarly sealed all junctions between
silencers and walls must be sealed airtight with dense rockwool packing and non-setting resilient
caulking compound.

12.7 VIBRATION ISOLATION

(a) The entire diesel and generator integral with the base frame shall be vibration isolated. The isolation
shall be of the restrained type steel springs in series with two layers of 8mm thick 40 durometer
neoprene waffle pads & 1mm thick steel shim, with a total deflection of 50mm minimum.
Typical isolation selection are -
Kinetics Type FLS,
Korfund Type WSCL
MasonType SLR
VMC Type AWR,
Tomahawk Type YRS or equivalent.
An isolated limit stops/snubbers as per Standard Detail SD-M-015 may be necessary to minimize
movement during starting and stopping
(b) The primary reactive and secondary absorptive exhaust silencers shall be installed off steel
spring isolators in series with neoprene hangers with a total minimum static deflection 38mm. The
exhaust pipework at the first three supports shall similarly be spring isolated as the primary
reactive silencer. Hangers for the pipework beyond the first three spring hangers shall be double
deflection neoprene in shear isolators or supports with minimum 19mm static deflection.
(c) All fuel pipes associated with the engine shall be isolated at the mounting claps or supports with 1
layer of 8mm thick 40 durometer neoprene waffle/ribbed pads.

12.8 TEST DATA

(a) The Suppliers shall be required to guarantee that the claimed insertion loss values can be met as
installed on site. The supplier shall forward engineering test reports previously performed on such
silencers for checking and review by the M & E Engineer. Alternatively, certification by their
principal manufacturer/designer that the locally made silencers conform in all respects with the
original specifications and performances may be acceptable, subject to the Engineer’s approval

12.9 TESTING ON COMPLETION

(a) Sound level measurement shall be made by a testing authority approved by the M & E Engineer.
Should the tests show that noise is in excess of those specified, the Sub-Contractor shall correct
the installation at his own cost. Further tests shall then be carried out at the Sub-Contractor’s cost
to show that the noise levels have been reduced to the limits specified.
(b) Sound level readings shall be taken at times when the building is unoccupied or when activity in
surrounding areas and background noise levels in areas tested, are at a minimum and relatively
free from sudden changes. Readings shall be taken with all plant, in operation.
(c) All apparatus used for sound measurements shall be approved by the M & E Engineer. A Sound
Level fitted with an octave band analyzer and conforming to IEC 651 Type 1, IEC-179 and IEC-
225 shall be used. Readings shall be reported in ‘A’ weighted sound pressure levels and linear
octave band sound pressure levels from 63Hz to 4kHz.

13.0 BELLOWS, PIPING & PIPE LAGGING

Steel type flexible bellows connections shall be fitted between the exhaust pipe inlet flange and the
engine turbo-charger exhaust outlet. Thermo-seal pipe steel flexible bellows or equivalent are
acceptable. The flexible bellows connections shall be capable of operation up to at least 600°
Centigrade.

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The exhaust pipework shall be externally lagged from the outlet of the turbo-chargers to the exterior
wall with minimum 75mm thick high temperature rockwool moulded pipe sections and clad with
minimum 1 8g sheet steel.
All penetration through the exterior walls for exhaust pipework shall be isolated with asbestos rope
insulation of minimum 38mm thickness and sealed airtight and with a resilient non-setting compound.
All other penetrations through buildings walls must be similarly sealed. All other junctions between
silencers and walls must be sealed airtight with non-setting resilient caulking compound.

13.1 GENERATOR & RADIATOR ROOM AMBIENT TEMPERATURE

The room temperature shall maintain at 40 degrees Centigrade maximum or with a temperature rise of
8 degrees Centigrade over normal outside, ambient temperature 32 degrees Centigrade.

14.0 WIRING
14.1 Plant Wiring
All plant wiring shall be carried out in sheathed MICS cables or other approved type of cable that are
impervious to the action of water, fuel and lubricating oils.

Where flexible type cables are used they shall be encased in flexible conduit in order to prevent engine
vibration being transmitted and to permit free movement of the power unit on its resilient mountings.
Similarly, where MICC cable are used, a loop shall be formed in the cable immediately adjacent to the
connection point. Minimum dia. of complete loop is 20 times outside cable diameter. Where flexible
conduits are used, they shall be of the oil-proof, high temperature type.
14.2 Control Cubicle Wiring
All internal panel wiring shall be run in a symmetrical pattern and fixed by PVC strips or other suitable
means.
Wiring shall have identification ferrules fitted at each end, marked with circuit reference and numbers
so as to correspond with the appropriate terminal marking.
All wiring shall be terminated by means of crimped lugs, Rose Courtney washers, or where inserted in
screw terminals, shall be solder dipped.
Sufficient terminals shall be provided in each panel to enable wiring from each external piece of
apparatus to be brought back into the panel to avoid the “looping in” of wiring between individual items
of apparatus external to the cubicle.
14.3 Interconnection Wiring
The Sub-Contractor shall supply install and connect all the wiring between the component items of
plant and equipment supplied by him so as to form a complete installation.
The control and indication wiring, battery wiring, etc., shall be carried out in single or multi core pvc
insulated and sheathed cables installed in galvanized conduit or in PVC/SWA/PVC cables.
PVC/S WA/PVC cables and/or conduits installed shall be supported on the side walls of the trench and
run in a neat and orderly manner.
The Sub-Contractor shall ensure that the application of any de-rating factor, appropriate to the method
of installing the cables within the trench, shall not reduce the current carrying capacity of the cables to
a value less than the maximum current which will flow through the cables.
The Sub-Contractor shall supply, install and connect the main cables between the LV switchboard and
the control cubicle, the incoming supply cables to the control cubicle associated with the supplies to
the ancillary equipment, and also the monitoring/control cables as stated on the schematic diagram.
14.4 General
All cables shall be installed in accordance with the requirements of the IEE. Regulations for the
electrical equipment of buildings and any other British Standard or Code of Practice applicable to
these types of these types of installation.
All cables shall be of adequate size and rating for the required duties.

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15.0 SPARES AND TOOLS
Each generator set shall be supplied with its complete set of good quality tools complete with case
hardened spanners, to fit every nut and bolt head of the equipment, contained in a lockable sheet steel
cabinet, shall be provided and located in the plant room. The Sub-Contractor shall list in the
appropriate Appendix the tools that he proposes to supply.
The Sub-Contractor shall supply sufficient spares to carry out normal maintenance on the plant for a
period of two years. The Sub-Contractor shall provide a lockable steel cabinet to accommodate these
spares which shall be located in the plant room. The Sub-Contractor shall list in the appropriate
Appendix the spares that he proposes to supply.
Each generator set shall be supplied with its complete set of maintenance tools and spares.

16.0 WARNING LABELS AND INFORMATION PLATES

All electrical equipment in the plantroom, operating at a voltage of 415V, shall be clearly marked on the
outside “DANGER - 415V”. These labels shall be traffolyte, engraved with red letters on a White
background.
A non-ferrous metal plate shall be securely fixed to the engine/alternator unit, giving the following
information:-
Continuous Output kW. BS Rating
Continuous Output kVA.
Power Factor
Voltage V. phase, wire
Frequency Hz.Speed revlrnin.
Maker’s Name Maker’s Serial Number
Contract No. Year of Supply.
Total Set Weight kg.
Engine Weight kg.
Alternator Weight kg.
A reversible plate, size 400mm. x 250mm. shall be fixed by screws in a prominent position on each
side on the set. One side of the plate shall be blank and painted the same colour as the set, the other
side of each plate shall be painted signal red (B.S. 2660, colour No. 0.006)’ the following inscription in
white. “DANGER - DO NOT ON UNIT UNTIL THE STARTING EQUIPMENT IS ISOLATED OR
DISCONNECTED AND CAUTION NOTICES ARE DISPLAYED.”

17.0 WALL CHARTS, WORKING DRAWINGS & MANUALS

17.1 The Sub-Contractor shall provide and fix in hardwood glazed frames, located in the plant room,
diagrams showing the fuel, oil, water and electrical systems. The diagrams shall also indicate starting,
stopping and control procedures and the switch position for each method of operation.
17.2 As an alternative to providing hardwood glazed framed diagrams, the Sub-Contractor may supply
diagrams mounted on cards and protected by a clear polyester film.
17.3 The diagrams shall be printed on linen and coloured for easy reference. Copies of the diagrams must
be submitted to the M & E Consulting Engineer for his approval.
17.4 The Sub-Contractor shall also supply and install, in the plant room, a framed plastic notice containing
instructions & illustrations of the correct procedure to be followed when dealing with cases of electric
shock.
17.5 The Sub-Contractor shall include in his quotation for the provision of complete sets of working
drawings and complete sets of Operation & Maintenance Manual for each and every set.

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17.6 The set of working drawings shall comprise fully-dimensioned, scaled drawings of the plan &
elevations of the set and, where applicable, foundation drawings, to enable the set to be installed. In
addition, the drawings shall also include a detailed Schematic Wiring Diagram of the internal
connections of the Control Panel, as is normally required by the Jabatan Bekalan Electrik together with
a front elevation view of the Control Panel, indicating therein the various measuring instruments,
controls and switching devices.
17.7 The Operation & Maintenance Manuals for the set shall be bound with hard covers & contain detailed
instructions (with illustrations & drawings where applicable) with regard to the installation, commissioning
into service & regular maintenance of the set. A list of recommended spares for a period of one(1) year,
two(2) years & three(3) years operational use of the set shall be stated in the manual.
17.8 Upon being awarded this Sub-Contract and within reasonable time thereafter, but not more than thirty
(30) days, the Sub-Contractor shall arrange to design, prepare and submit to the M & E Consulting
Engineer for his written approval, the working drawings of the generator set system.
17.9 All working drawings shall comprise fully dimensioned drawings showing plans, elevations, sections,
schematic diagrams & nternal wiring connections (where applicable). The Sub-Contractor shall allow
in his Tender Price for his costs in connection with the design &preparation of all working drawings.

18.0 PAINTING AND FINISHING

All sheet metal work, excluding fuel tanks, shall be treated with a rust inhibitor followed by an
etching/priming undercoat and finished with a high grade gloss paint of an approved colour.
Fabricated constructions shall be sand blasted, followed by an etching/primer undercoat and finished
with a high grade gloss finish of an approved colour.
A sufficient number of top coats shall be applied, as necessary, in order to obtain a high quality gloss
finish. Any pipework damaged during transit, storage, installation or subsequent to installation shall be
made good in accordance with the original painting specification.

19.0 TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

19.1 General
The Sub-Contractor shall arrange for the manufacturer to test and commission the installation
comprising the Works, both in the manufacturer’s works and on site, and shall demonstrate that the
installations are properly commissioned, operate in the correct manner and are capable of functioning
in accordance with the specified design conditions.

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The Sub-Contractor shall be solely and fully responsible for the works carried out by the
manufacturer. Wherever the word Sub-Contractors” appears within sub-clause below, it shall
also means the manufacturer”.

19.2 Inspection and Tests at Manufacturer’s Works

All equipment and materials shall be subject to inspections and tests at the manufacturer’s
works.

The Sub-Contractor shall carry out all the tests specified in the applicable British Standards
and such additional tests as in the opinion of the Consulting Engineer are necessary to
determine that the materials and equipment comply with the requirements of the
Specification.

In general, tests shall be carried out on component parts & also on the complete diesel
alternator assembly.

The tests to be carried out shall include the following:-

(a) Load tests, including a six-hour full load run and a one hour 10% overload test, with fuel
complying with B.S. 2869 Class A, including measurement of fuel consumption.

(b) Governing tests and engine speed adjustment.

(c) Testing of all safety devices.

(d) Testing of all manual controls.

(e) Testing of all alarms, indicators, instruments, meters and gauges.

(f) Testing and correctly setting of all protective alarm and control devices.

(g) Static and dynamic balancing of the rotating system of the engine, generator and
ancillaries.

(h) Voltage regulation tests.

The Sub-Contractor shall provide, as part of the Sub-Contract, all apparatus, instruments,
materials and labour for carrying out the required tests, and must demonstrate if required,
the accuracy of any instrument used for testing

The Sub-Contractor shall price separately, as part of the tender sum the cost for making all
necessary arrangement and for the transportation, food and accommodation for two
representatives from the Employer and the M & E Consulting Engineer to be present for
witnessing the tests at the manufacturer’s works.

A planned inspection and test programme shall be prepared before the commencement of
any of the tests on the complete diesel alternator assembly stating the anticipated dates for
carrying out the tests. This programme shall be submitted to the M & E Consulting Engineer
at least fourteen days before the tests are due to be carried out to enable the Engineer to be
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Three copies of all tests certificates, for both the component parts and the complete assembly: shall be
submitted to the M & E Consulting Engineer within seven days after The completion of the tests.
19.3 Commissioning and Testing on Site
During the progress of the Works on site, and on completion, the Sub-Contractor shall carry out all
necessary tests and commissioning procedures to demonstrate that the complete installation fully
meets the requirements of the Specification.
The tests to be carried out shall include the following:
(a) Load Test – Up to 8 hours reliability trial run shall be carried out by the Sub-Contractor. This trial
run may have to be carried out at night, possibly after midnight. The Sub-Contractor shall provide
a resistive load of sufficient capacity for this test. All necessary fuel required for such test shall be
furnished by the Sub-Contractor at his own expense.
(b) Check for operation of the following:-
(i) Governor and engine speed adjustment.
(ii) All safety devices.
(iii) All manual controls.
(iv) All alarms, indicators, instruments, meters and gauges.
(v) Voltage regulation.
(c) Tests on the wiring installation in accordance with Section E of the IEE. Regulations including
tests on the ear-thing system.
(d) Check of insulation resistance for all electrical machines.
(e) Check for correct operation of fuel oil system
(f) Check for correct lubricant and coolant levels
19.4 During the course of the commissioning tests, meter readings, gauge readings, satisfactory
operation of all safety devices, manual controls, etc., shall be noted & included on the test
certificates.
19.5 Wherever it is necessary for certain features to have their alarm conditions simulated by the
manipulation of the alarm initiation devices this shall be noted on the relevant test certificates
19.6 Three copies of all test certificates shall be submitted to the M & E Consulting Engineer immediately
following the completion of the tests.
19.7 All tests shall be witnessed by the M & E Consulting Engineer & the Employer and it will be
necessary for the Sub-Contractor to prepare a test and commissioning programme before the
commencement of any tests or commissioning procedures. A copy of this programme shall be
submitted to the M & E Consulting Engineer fourteen days prior to the commencement of the tests.
19.8 Should the tests fail to demonstrate that the plant and equipment are properly installed and/or
function correctly, the Sub-Contractor shall forthwith carry out, at his own expense, such remedial
measures and adjustments as may be. required and, then carry out further tests as necessary. Any
defective materials disclosed during any inspection or test shall be made good by the Sub-
Contractor at his own expense.
19.9 The Sub-Contractor shall provide as part of the Sub-Contract, all instruments, materials and labour
for carrying out the required tests and must demonstrate the accuracy, if required, of any instrument
used for testing.

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1.0 All wiring shall comply fully with the latest IEE Regulations and the Local Electricity Power Supply
Authority’s Rule and Regulations.
Where cables, trunkings, conduits and other wiring pass through floors, walls or partitions, approved
fire resisting barrier shall be incorporated to prevent spread of fire. Floor openings in riser ducts shall
be covered by fixed steel plates of not less than 10 gauge.
Cables serving different operating voltages and functions shall be segregated from each other by
means of space and approved barrier.
Adequate size and length of conduits, cables trays and trunkings shall be provided to cover the whole
area and ease of fixing, pulling and driving of cables.

2.0 Unless otherwise specified, all wirings in conduits shall be run concealed (embedded and covered
completely by building materials) except that they shall be run exposed :-
i) Horizontally and vertically in electrical and mechanical rooms, switchrooms and riser duct
enclosures.
ii) Horizontally and vertically at permanent unfinished spaces which are not assigned to mechanical
or electrical equipment and hidden from view by false ceilings and false walls.
iii) Horizontally and vertically along permanent steel column and beams.
All wirings in cable trunkings, cable trays and all busbar trunkings shall be run exposed.
Exposed circuit shall be run in a completely accessible manner on the underside of all piping and
ductwork and shall be routed parallel to building walls and column lines in a co-ordinated manner with
other services and generally follow the routes as shown on the Drawings.
Concealed circuitry shall be so located that building construction materials can be applied over their
thickness elements without being subject to spalling or cracking.
Concealment of circuitry by means of embedment in field poured concrete will not be permitted except
as specifically detailed.

3.0 All cables shall be terminated in an approved manner using manufacturer’s fittings and
recommendations. Lugs and connectors shall be of the size and type suited to the cable and load.
All cable termination joints or junctions must be in an accessible position. Jointing of cables to the
cable boxes shall be carried out by an approved cable jointer with methods & materials in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions and the Local Electricity Power Supply Authority requirements.

4.0 Cables used as mains circuits shall be of the type and ratings as specified & shown on the Drawings.
Where cable trays, busbar trunkings or cables trunkings are used, they shall be rigidly fixed to mild steel
angle hangers spaced at regular intervals not exceeding one meter on walls or underside of the ceiling. If
necessary suspension units and thrust blocks shall be provided for the vertical run. Busbar trunkings and
cable trunkings shall be of weatherproof type construction if used in floor slab or other damp
environments. All steel hangers shall be rust proofed and finished with two coats of approved paints.
Where conduits are used they shall be installed as follows:-
i) Radii of field formed bends shall not be less than those of bends in standard manufacture for the
same size conduit.
ii) Make all cuts square.
iii) For steel conduits, ream out all burrs from ends and paint ends prior to screwing into place.
Where each conduit cross building expansion or construction joints, they shall be equipped with
expansion fittings having flexible grounding bonds.
iv) Screw conduits buried in concrete shall have threads coated with approved jointing compound
during assembly and joints treated with rust inhibiting paint-after jointing. Conduits and boxes
shall be made water tight before concrete is poured.
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v) For plastic conduits joints, utilize slip-on couplings and cements specifically manufactured for use
with PVC conduits. Where such conduits is to be made up to metal-clad equipment, utilize
threaded adapters.
vi) During installation, cap all runs left unfinished and unattended. All cap terminations of finished
runs until cables ate to be pulled in. For capping utilize only fittings manufactured specifically for
the purpose.
vii) In each conduit run, assemble draw-in wired in position and delay drawing-in cables until
moisture is excluded from conduits. Limit the number of bends between cable access points not
more than two right angle bends. Junction boxes instead of tees shall be used at intersections.
viii) Include circular wedge-type cable supports for cables at top of any vertical conduit not exceeding
5 meter run interval. Supports shall be of non-deteriorating insulating materials manufactured for
the purpose.
ix) Where a number of conduit follow the same route utilize multiple conduit draw-in boxes.
x) Where more than one conduits runs paralled on walls or ceilings, utilize metal brackets with multi-
way saddles. The metal brackets shall be fixed to the surface by means of ”Ramset” studs
washers and nuts.
xi) Cables of different phases shall be run in close proximity with each other in either trefoil or flat
formations. No overloading between groups of circuits are permitted. Where cables are run in
trunkings, cable trays or ducts, they shall be rigidly held in positions with suitable supports
manufactured for the purpose so as to minimise mechanical stress on the cable and their
termination. The interval of supports for the vertical and horizontal runs shall be to the cable
manufacturer recommendations.
The minimum internal bending radius of the cables shall follow the cable manufacturers
recommendations but in no case less than the followings :-
Type of Cables Multiplication to overall cable diameter
a) PVC Insulated (with or 6
without sheath or armoured)

5.0 Cables used as final sub-circuits shall be of the type and ratings as specified and shown on the
Drawings.
Unless otherwise specified, all the final sub-circuits shall be run in steel conduits and shall be of the
minimum I.5mm2 for lighting circuits serving not more than ten lighting points and of minimum 2.5
mm2 for radial power circuits serving not more than two power sockets (13 Amp. rating).
Where the last outlet extends further than 60 meter from the distribution switchboard, use cables of
size 2.5mm2 for lighting circuits and 4mm2 for proper circuits.
Wiring shall use the ‘loop-in” methods with phase and neutral conductors of the same size.

6.0 Cables used as equipment circuits such as internal wiring for lighting fittings, switchboards and the like
shall be of hard grade ethylene polylene rubber type with ratings not less than the control apparatus
ratings which are specified and shown on the Drawings.
Wiring used inside switchboards shall be arranged in a regular and traceable manner with bends set a
90% & securely held in positions by suitable clips, the terminals being fitted with brass washers & lock
nuts.

7.0 Cable trays, trunkings, conduits and fittings shall be supported in accordance with the best industrial
practice and the following:-
i) Support less than 80mm horizontally run, (plastic) conduit at intervals no greater than 0.75
metres. Support such conduits, 80mm or longer at intervals no greater than 1.0 metres.

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ii) Support less than 25mm horizontally run steel conduits at intervals no greater than 2.0 metres.
Support such conduits, 25mm or larger, at intervals not greater than 3.0 metres.
iii) Support less than 25mm vertically run steel conduits at intervals no greater than 2.5 metres.
Supports such conduits, 25mm or larger, at intervals no greater than floor to floor height or 44.0
metres whichever is smaller.
iv) Support vertical runs or busbar trunking, cable trays, cable trunkings at intervals no greater than
the floor to floor height, or 4.0 metres, whichever is smaller. Support horizontal runs of busbar
trunking, cable trays, cable trunkings at intervals no greater than 1 .5 metres.
v) Nothing (including outlet, pull and junction boxes and fittings) shall depend on conduits,
raceways, or cables for support.
vi) Nothing shall rest on, or depend for support on suspended ceiling media (tiles, lath, plaster, as
well as splines, runners, bars and the like in the plane of the ceiling. Vertical member which
suspend the ceiling (together with their horizontal bracing which occurs above the ceiling),
however, may be used for support.
vii) As a minimum procedure, surface or pendant mounted lighting fittings shall be supported:-
a) From its outlet box by means of an interposed metal strap, where weight is less than 2.3 Kg.
b) From its outlet box by means of a hickey or other direct threaded connection, where weight
is from 2.3 Kg.
c) Directly from structural slab, deck, or framing member, where weight exceeds 23 Kg.
viii) As a minimum procedure, recessed lighting fittings shall be supported:-
a) From ceiling suspension members, as described above, where weight is 36 Kg or less
b) Directly from structural slabs, decks or framing members, where weight is more than 36 Kg.
Where fittings and ceilings are such as to require fitting support from ceiling opening frames,
include the members necessary to tie back the ceiling opening frames to ceiling suspension
members or slabs so as to provide actual support for the fittings as noted above.
ix) In conjunction with lighting fittings weighing less than 23 Kg, the above restriction against
supporting from suspended ceiling splines, runners or bars in the plane of the ceiling will be
waived for ceilings which have been specifically approved for the weight and arrangement of
fittings being applied. Any support members, or other appurtenances, however, required to tie in
or adapt the fixtures and their ceiling opening frames, (if any) to the ceiling in the approved
manner shall be included as art of the electrical work.
x) As a minimum procedure (in suspended ceilings), support shall run of circuitry (e.g. conduit not in
excess of 25mm size) from ceiling suspension members, as described above (support large runs
of circuitry directly from structural slabs, decks or framing members).
xi) Where support members of necessity penetrate air ducts, include, in accordance with instructions
issued in the field, air-tight sealing provisions which allow for a relative movement between the
support members and the duct walls.

8.0 Cable Trench

Unless otherwise specified cables shall be buried to a depth of 750mm. The minimum width of cable
trench shall be 450mm in order that the cable may be properly handled on rollers at the bottom of the
trench. The width shall increase of more cables are laid in the same trench so as to allow for adequate
clearance (9” at least) between cable in horizontal laid position. When the trench has been excavated
it shall be throughly inspected along its entire route and all stones and any other objects likely to
damage the cable sheathing shall be removed. The bottom of the trench shall then be covered with
layer of 75mm clean river sand and the cable laid on top. After cable laying a layer of 75mm clean river
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Cable protective cover shall be good quality house bricks. They shall be laid lengthwise from end to
end along the entire route of the underground cable. Cable covers shall have at least 50mm overlap
for each side of the cable(s).
Trench shall be backfilled with soil and shall be consolidated after every 150mm of backfill using a
mechanical rammer. The finished surface shall be left proud by 50mm to allow for subsidence.
If the original ground is a turf ground, the Contractor shall lay back the turf after backfilling.

9.0 Cable Ducts

At road crossings, the cable shall be protected with G.I. or steel pipes buried to a depth of 920mm below
road level. Pipes used shall be 100mm or 150mm in diameter as directed by the Superintending Officer.
Where the cables are run under paved or concrete area, they shall be protected with 150mm diameter
earthen ware ducts encased in concrete or 150mm diameter pitch fibre ducts c/w bend pieces.
Cables entering a building shall also be similarly protected as that specified for paved & concrete area.
All cables ducts, through which cables have been pulled, passing through retaining walls, interior and
walls, etc. shall be sealed effectively by means of sealing compound.

10.0 Cable Marker

Cable markers shall be provided by the subcontractor at every change in direction of underground cable
routes &at every 15m straight runs. Cable markers shall be of reinforced concrete construction. They
shall have bold indented lettering “L.V.” inscribed on top and be buried to a depth of at least 300mm.
Cable joint markers shall be made to TNB Specification and be provided beside every cable joint.
Individual identification shall be made for the following:
i) Each Main Switchboard.
ii) Each Submain Switchboard and Distribution Switchboard.
iii) Each wire or cable in each feeder.
Each wire or cable in a feeder shall be identified at its terminal points of connection and in each
cable chamber pull box or junction through which it passes.
The nomenclature used to identify transformers and circuit breaker cubicles shall designate the
names and numbers assigned to them on the Drawings.
iv) The nomenclature used to identify switchboards shall:-
a) Where the control incoming services, designate this fact together with suitable differentiating
nomenclature where more than one service is involved.
b) Where they control outgoing feeders, designate the names and numbers assigned to the
feeders on the Drawings.
The nomenclature used to identify feeder wires & cables shall designate the feeder number only.
Identification for switchboards shall be by means of engraved lamacoid nameplates showing
3mm height white lettering on a black background fastened on the outside front face of the
enclosure.
Identification for the wires and cables of feeders shall be by means of fibre or non ferrous metal
tags fastened with non-ferrous metal wires or bands. Fastening for metal tags shall be of the
same metal as the tag.
On gear where key interlocks are involved, suitable plaques describing the function of same shall
be provided.
Prior to installing identifying tags and nameplates, their nomenclature shall be submitted for
approval.

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11.0 Galvanised Steel Conduits
i) Steel conduits shall be of galvanised, heavy gauge, Class B, screwed type complying with BS 31
or BS 4568 and finished with two coats of approved standard orange paint.
The conduits shall be fitted with brass busbar at the free ends and expansion devices at
appropriate intervals. The ends of each length of conduit shall be properly reamed. All steel
conduits shall be effectively earthed.
ii) Underground conduit shall be buried at a minimum depth of 450mm below ground level or
100mm below floor slab or hardstanding.
iii) Junction boxes, outlet boxes etc. shall be of galvanised steel or alloy material. The covers shall
be galvanised sheet steel with thickness not less than 1.2mm. Junction boxes downdropping to
luminaires shall have diecast cone-shaped metal cover.

12.0 Cable Trunkings

Cable trunkings shall comply with BS 4678. They shall be fabricated from galvanised sheet and
finished with two coats of standard orange enamel. They shall be equipped with removable covers at
suitable intervals. They shall be supplied in lengths to suit the installation and shall have the following
minimum wall thickness:-
Normal Size (mm) Minimum Wall Thickness (mm)
50 x 50 and below 1.0
75 x 50 to 100 x 100 1.2
150 x 50 to 300 x 150 1.6
Above 300 x 150 2.0
i) The trunking shall be supported by fixing brackets so that the trunking will not be in contact with
the walls or floor slab. The brackets shall be installed at intervals not greater than 1.5m for vertical
runs and not greater than 1.0m for horizontal runs. The brackets shall be de-rusted, finished with
a primer and coated with standard orange enamel.
ii) Wherever the trunking passes through a floor or a fire resistant wall, fire resisting barrier shall be
provided. At these positions the cables shall be sealed with non hygroscopic fire resisting material
of minimum 2 hours fire rating and approved by Jabatan Perkhidmatan Bomba of Malaysia. In
addition, the floor openings and wall openings shall be sealed with similar type of compound.
iii) Cables running in the trunking shall supported by hard wood racks securely fixed at the base of
the trunking spaced not more than 600mm apart. Cables for each final circuit shall be properly
bunched together and labelled.
v) Where conduit is tapped off from the trunking, suitable bronze type smooth-bore bushes shall be
fitted at all conduit terminations.
Unless otherwise specified, all trunking, shall have either tinned copper tape of dimensions not
less than 25mm x 3mm as circuit protective conductor or earth cable of appropriate size. In the
later case, all trunking joints shall be bridge by means of tinned copper tape of dimension not less
than 25mm x 3mm.

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CONSTRUCTION OF
MANHOLES, JOINT BOXES
& LAYING OF DUCTS
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1.0 GENERAL
This section of the Specification describes and specifies requirements for the supply, installation,
construction, testing, commissioning, handing over in approved working order and maintenance during
the Defects Liability Period of the manholes, joint boxes and ducts all in accordance with the
Specification, Supplementary Notes, Bill of Quantities, Conditions of Contract, Drawings etc.

2.0 STANDARDS AND APPROVAL

The construction and installation shall comply with the latest relevant British Standard Specification
and Syarikat Telekom Malaysia Berhad (STM) specification and requirements. All materials used shall
be of the types approved by STM and acceptable by the S.O’s Representative. Sample of materials
shall be submitted to the S.O’s Representative for approval prior to installation. Sample of the
materials which have been approved by the S.O’s Representative for use in the work shall be
displayed at the office for reference.

3.0 WORK PROGRAM

The Contractor shall submit to the S.O’ s Representative detail work programme for approval within
two weeks after acceptance of tender or such shorter period as required by the S.O’ s Representative.
If the work programme submitted is not acceptable by the S.O’ s Representative, the Contractor shall
amend and resubmit the programme for final approval.

4.0 SITE DIARY

The Contractor shall keep at the work site a diary, to which the S.O’s Representative shall have
access at all times during working hours. The Contractor shall keep he site diary posted up to date,
entering therein all measurements on the day on which they are taken and details of any deviations or
extra work. Records of works shall be submitted daily to the S.O ’s Representative for verification. All
entries in the said site diary shall be made in indelible ink and the site diary shall be considered to be,
and shall remain, the property of the. S.O’s Representative.

5.0 SAFETY
Adequate approved traffic warning signs and lamps shall be provided and displayed by the Contractor
at all times. The form, placing and light of the warning signs must comply with all local and national
regulations and safety codes for road works. The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions and
follow the correct procedures to avoid accidents due to presence of explosive gases, asphyxiating
gases and toxic gases in the underground network. The Contractor shall take all necessary measures
to ensure the safety of the workmen, members of the public, plant or property, especially when
carrying out any works in manholes or joint boxes.
6.0 QUALITY OF MATERIALS
6.1 CONCRETE
Concrete shall be of quality A, B, C, F or G as provided by this Specification and the proportions of the
ingedients shall be as follows :-
Concrete Mixture

Concrete Parts By Measure Usage

Mixture Cement Sand Aggregate
Quality A 1 2 4 All joining Chamber, Plinth
Quality B 1 2 7 Placed between two sets of plant if separation
clearance is 152mm or less
Quality C 1 3 9 For supporting, protecting or filling in purposes
Quality F 1 2 3 Concrete Throughs
Quality G 1 1½ 3 Filling in Manholes Covers 3E & 7E
Cement 1 4 3 Encasement of Ducts
Mortar 1 3 - Plastering, sealing Dummy ducts in Jointing
Chamber, repairing damaged or split ducts

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The concrete used for encasing ducts shall be relatively dry and having the consistency of wet sand. In
no circumstances shall the water content be increased appreciably as this will result in a weak
concrete. The cement used for encasing ducts shall be rapid-hardening type.
Concrete mixing shall be done manually or by machine. Ready mixed shall be the first preference if
available. In the process of mixing the concrete, the ingredients shall be repeatedly turned over and
mixed in a dry state on mixing boards, after which water from the nose of a watering can shall he
added, and the materials shall then again he turned over sufficiently to ensure thorough mixing. The
mixing boards shall be sufficiently large to give ample room for turning over the ingredients entirely
from one place to another and shall he so arranged or constructed that liquid cement shall not e
through the joints. When mixed by machine the water shall he poured in first & the ingredients shall be
put into the machine dry without prior mixing.
The standard of cleanliness of water for mixing is that it shall be fit for drinking. The quantity used shall
be sufficient to effect the proper hydration of cement to obtain a plastic mixture The S.O.’s
Representative may reject concrete which is, in his opinion, so overwatered that it would he deficient in
ultimate strength.
The concrete shall he deposited carefully in its intended position as quickly as possible after being
mixed, and all concrete footings and foundations shall he tamped and carefully levelled. All concrete
shall be compacted by the used of a poker type vibrator until a dense solid mass without voids is
obtained. Under no circumstances must the vibrator be used longer than is necessary to obtain
compaction nor left unattended in the concrete, otherwise segregation of the mixture will occur.
Concrete which has become hard, dry, dirty or not placed within 30 minutes after being mixed shall not
be used, and if any earth fall on top of any concrete after laying and before the work is completed, it
shall be carefully removed.

6.2 CEMENT
All cement used shall comply with the relevant British Standard Specification. The cement shall be
fresh, fine, smooth, loose and warm and the S.O.’s Representative reserves the right to reject the
cement which is found unsatisfactory. The Contractor may employ generally rapid hardening Portland
cement or high alumina cement in lieu of ordinary Portland cement for his convenience and
acceleration of progress. Before high alumina cement is used, all tools and plants shall be cleaned.
High alumina cement shall not be used with PVC ducts. The Contractor shall ensure that all cement is
protected adequately against moisture while being transported and stored. The use of cement aids
where an additive is added to ordinary Portland cement to render it rapid hardening is not
recommended and permission for its use shall first be obtained from the S.O.’s Representative who
shall also determine the amount of additive to be used.

6.3 SAND
All sand to be used shall be river sand. It shall be clean, sharp, gritty and free from loam or other
impurities, if the sand is found to contain more than 5 percent by volume of silt, the sand shall not be
used. The sand used shall be course and the grains graded in size to 5 mm.

6.4 AGGREGATE
The aggregate for concrete shall be cleaned screened river ballast, gravel, stone or other material as
approved by the S.O.’s Representative. The aggregate shall be of the nature of cubes, not of flakes
and graded in size and free from dirt. falury stoned dust, loam, earth or any other impurities. Clinker,
brick sandstone, or other porous stone shall not be used.

The maximum size of aggregate for each of the qualities of mixture included in Section 6.1 shall be as
follows :-

A …..20 mm, B …….40 mm, C…… any size suitable for work, F & G …..10 mm, for encasement of
ducts …… 6 mm. Any portion which will pass a 5 mm mesh shall be used as sand.

6.5 BRICKS
The bricks used shall be best quality hard burned common bricks, either wire cut or plastic pressed, or
selected hard hand made stock bricks or other hard or over burned hand bricks of comparable quality.

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They shall be of good shape, free from visible particles or lime and from serious cracks, and shall not
absorb more than 12 percent or their weight when immersed in water for 24 hours. Five bricks from
each batch delivered at site shall be tested and all shall be required to pass the test. The dimensions
of bricks described as types 2 and 3 in B.S. 657 shall he regarded as standard.

6.6 CEMENT MORTAR

The cement mortar shall consist of one measure of cement and three measure of sand. The materials
after being gauged shall be thoroughly mixed in a dry state, and then thoroughly mixed with sufficient
water to form a stiff mortar. Water, cement and sand shall not he added after mortar has once been
mixed and set. If mortar has once begun to set and excess water has been used for mixing, further
quantity of sand and cement shall not be added but the whole mortar shall be rejected.

6.7 STEEL, IRONWORK AND HARDCORE

All structural steel shall be in accordance with British Standard Specification. All invoices for steel shall
he inspected by the The S.O. ’s Representative.
If the Contractor cannot procure such reinforcing steel in the Imperial sizes as described in the
Drawings hut can obtain such steel in the Metric sizes and the dimensions approximating to does in
the following table, then the Contractor shall forthwith obtain the approval of The S.O. ’s
Representative before such steel are ordered.
Imperial size (ins.) 1/4 5/16 3/8 1/2 5/8 3/4 7/8
Metric size (mm) 6 8 10 12 16 20 22
Imperial size (ins.) 1 11/8 1.25 1.5
Metric size (mm) 25 28 32 40
Bolts, nuts, rivets and other accessories shall be in accordance with the relevant British Standard
Specification. All invoices for iron shall be inspected by the S.O. ‘s Representative. All hardcore shall
consist of hard brick, concrete or stone graded down to a minimum of 80 mm. Sufficient hardcore
material under the sizes of 80 mm shall he added up to fill voids and aid consolidation.

7.0 EXCAVATION
The Contractor shall carefully segregrate the surface and foundation material from the lower sub soil.
Sub soil shall be protected whilst above ground from weathering action which could cause a damaging
increase or decrease in the natural moisture content of soil leading to the formation of voids and/or
settlement after back filling. Sub soil which is damaged shall be removed & replaced by undamaged sub
soil. Except where otherwise provided, the excavation shall include all necessary timbering & shoring.
Mechanical excavator shall he used in a manner as to fulfill the requirements of excavation work. A
timber base support or platform shall he placed under the feet of the excavation machine as a protect
to prevent the carriageway surface being marked when the machine is in operation.
Pneumatic drills or other power driven appliances shall he fitted with efficient silencing devices and the
compressor machine shall he maintained in an efficient condition so as to avoid undue noise.
The Contractor shall obtain prior approval of the S.O. ‘s Representative to dig pilot holes and
excavation of trenches. Pilot holes shall be dug at positions selected by the S.O ’s Representative to
dig pilot holes and excavation of trenches. Pilot holes shall he dug at positions selected by the S.O. ’s
Representative, normally one per sect length to ascertain the most suitable positions for the work.
Timber supports for excavations shall be so designed and placed as to permit wherever possible
withdrawal of such timber and consolidation of the space it occupied.
The routes of the trench shall he marked out and approved by the S.O. ’s Representative before
excavation. The width of trench excavated shall not he greater than is necessary for satisfactory
execution of the work. The routes of the excavated trench shall be as straight as possible and any
bends or curves shall be of the maximum radius possible. Where ducts are to be. encased in concrete
the width of trench shall he dependent upon the number of ducts to he laid in a horizontal direction. In
unstable ground, timbering shall be used to support the trench and to act as a former for the concrete.

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The depth of trenches shall comply with the specification and as directed by the S.O.‘s Representative.
The floor of the trench shall be levelled and shall not follow surface irregularities. The bottom of the
trench shall he normally levelled with 50 mm of sand and rammed.
In passing from footway to carriageway and vice versa or where ducts enter jointing chambers below
standard depth or n any other circumstances where it is necessary to change level, the bottom of the
trench shall rise or fail gradually as directed by the S.O. ‘s Representative.
The Contractor shall dispose of the water in the trench so as to prevent any risks of the ducts, cables
and other materials to be laid in it being detrimentally affected. He shall provide all pumps and
appliances required and shall carry out the necessary pumping and bailing.

8.0 DUCTS LAYING

8.1 GENERAL PROCEDURES
The routes of ducts shall be kept as straight as possible. In the case of 4-ways ducts or more, the lines
shall break joint by approximately half the duet length in alternate lines, horizontally and vertically.
Unless otherwise permitted by the S O’s Representative, no ducts shall he laid and covered up in the
absence of the S.O ’s Representative.
All ducts laid direct in the ground shall be kept well clear of water mains, service pipes sewers,
subways, manholes, joint boxes etc. belonging to others. In order to permit the use of ‘’tapping’’
machines on water mains, a minimum clearance of 152 mm shall he given whenever possible. This
clearance shall also be given, if practicable, to the other services mentioned above. In no case shall
the clearance be less than 25 mm, where the two services cross each other the minimum vertical
clearance shall be 50 mm.
The following minimum separating distance between the electrical supply cables and lines of ducts
shall be provided :-
(a) High voltage Single core cables (exceeding 650 volts)
Standard minimum clearance ………. 450 mm
No exception to this requirement will he permitted
(b) High voltage Multi core cables (exceeding 650 volts)
Standard minimum clearance…….. 300 mm
In difficult cases a reduced clearance shall be permitted. Where it is impossible to provide a
greater clearance than 150 mm, a layer of Quality B concrete, not less than 50 mm thick and of a
width to overlap the electrical services by 50 mm on each side, shall be placed between the two
services. Where the two services cross each other, the length of the layer of concrete shall not be
less than the width of the telephone services.
(c) Low and Medium Voltage Cables (not exceeding 650 volts)
Standard minimum clearance ……… 50 mm
Where the two services cross each other no exception to this requirement shall be permitted. At other
points a clearance down to 25 mm shall be allowed in difficult cases. Wherever the clearance is 50
mm or less, the space between the two services shall he filled with a layer of Quality B concrete.
In all cases the concrete shall overlap the electrical services by 50 mm on each side, and at crossings,
the length of the layer of concrete shall not he less than the width of the telephone services.
The Contractor shall cut and bend the ducts according to the requirements of the work. Inside edges of
cut ducts shall be thoroughly rounded off to prevent damages to cables from the edges.
The trench bottom shall be filled with a layer of sand 50 mm thick and holes shall be taken out of the
bottom of the trench at all points where sockets occur so that the barrels of the ducts rest on solid
ground. In rocky soils, the trench shall he bedded with 80 mm thick sand on which the ducts are laid.
On completion of the duct line between any two jointing chambers or sites, a cylindrical brush
connected to the following end of a mandrel shall he passed twice through each way to clean the duct
and to remove any foreign matter may have entered.

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All tests shall he can-led out in the presence of the S.O.’s Representative. If any obstruction or other
defect he discovered, it shall he rectified to the satisfaction of the S.O.’s Representative.
A hardwood plug shall be inserted at the ends of each way in a line of ducts until the length has been
tested and passed.
When jointing chambers are provided on an existing duct routes or when any disturbance takes place
which may affect the alignment of the ducts, a test mandrel of appropriate dimensions shall be drawn
through each of the spare ways. The Contractor shall take all reasonable steps to prevent damage to
the payings by his plants.

8.2 GALVANISED IRON PIPES

All galvanized iron pipes shall comply with STM Specification Lines ID 0010. Galvanized iron pipes
shall be provided in nominal lengths of 6 m and provided with screwed socket at one end.
The procedures of laying galvanized iron pipes shall be as specified in Section 8.0. Where one line of
ducts is laid over another in the same trench, sand shall be filled in and over the lower line of ducts and
carefully rammed to form a bedding of 50 mm in thickness for the top ducts. Sand shall also be
rammed between the ducts laid side by side in the same trench. The ducts shall break joint by
approximately half the length in alternate lines, horizontally and vertically.
Joints shall be made by positioning the threaded end of the pipes to the screwed socket of the other
pipe end One of the pipes shall be turned until cannot be turned any more and the thread of the
threaded end cannot he seen.
Pipes shall be cut when necessary at right angle to the bore only. The inside edges shall be filed so
that there can he n possibility of damages to cables from the edges.
To ensure the alignment of the ducts, a working mandrel of 457 mm in length and 83 mm in diameter
shall be drawn through as the ducts are laid.
The test mandrel used for testing and cleaning shall be 457 mm in length and 83 mm in diameter, the
cylindrical brush shall be 108 mm in diameter.

8.3 PVC DUCTS

PVC ducts shall he supplied in 6 m lengths. The ducts shall be stored away from the direct rays of the
sun. A solvent cement shall be used for the process of jointing. The ducts shall comply with STM
Specification Lines ID 0011. The trench shall be scooped out at all points where the spigot rest, so that
the duct lies upon rammed sand. The condition for duct laying as detailed in Section 8.1 shall be
applied. Where one line of ducts is laid over another in the same trench, sand shall he filled in and
over the lower line of ducts and carefully rammed to form a bedding of 50 mm in thickness for the top
ducts. Sand shall also he rammed between the ducts laid side by side in the same trench. The ducts
shall break joint by approximately half the duct length in alternate lines, horizontally and vertically.
If it is necessary to deflect from a straight line or to vary the depth, sets shall be given to the joints hut
deflections shall not be greater than 12 mm per 610 mm run of the single ducts. Short ducts not less
than 610 mm in length, shall he built into the track in order to secure the required deviation.
Ducts shall be cut when necessary, at right angles to the bore only, preferably with a saw in a simple
cutting guide. The inside edges of the ducts shall he trimmed so that there shall he no possibility of
damages to cables from the edges.
The spigot of the ducts shall be wiped clean. The solvent cement shall be applied to the spigot as well
as the end of another duct. The end of the ducts where the solvent cement were applied shall he
positioned and pressure applied for the two ducts to be jointed. In no circumstances shall dirt or it be
allowed to enter the joints.
To ensure the alignment of the ducts, a working mandrel of 457 mm in length and 83 mm in diameter
shall be drawn through as the ducts are laid.
When the construction of the jointing chamber is deferred, the last joint of each duct shall be tested on
completion of the jointing chamber by means of the working mandrel mentioned above.

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The test mandrel used for testing shall be 457 mm in length and 83 mm in diameter, the cylindrical
brush shall be 108 mm in diameter.

8.4 ENCASING IN CONCRETE

The method of encasing ducts in concrete is the layer by layer method where each duct is completely
surrounded by concrete.
To install PVC ducts around curves, the rigid ducts shall be bent to avoid obstacles or to negotiate
cues. The ducts shall be cold bent around stakes for radii above 10.6 m. To provide favourable cable
hauling conditions, the radii should be as large as possible. Cold bending in situ to the curve required
is achieved by provision of stakes to form the ducts to the required shape. The stakes must be spaced
at intervals not eater in length than 1/20 th of the radius of curvature or alternatively as indicated in the
Table below.

Bend 10.6m - 12.2m- 15.2m- 18.2m- 21.3m- 24.3m- 27.4m-

Radius 12.2m 15.2m 18.2m 21.3m 24.3m 27.4m 30.4m

Support
Spacing 53.3cm 61.0cm 76.2cm 91.5cm 106.7cm 122.0cm 137.2cm

Concrete cover above the top duct of a completed tier is to be a minimum of 51mm
After the initial set of concrete has occurred and before it sets hard, all stakes shall he withdrawn by
applying a lifting and turning action to the stakes. Where additional ducts are to he installed above the
first nest, the stakes shall be withdrawn until approximately 305 remain embeded.

8.5 FIXING DUCTS TO BRIDGES

The following two methods shall be used for fixing ducts to bridges :-
i) fixing to steel R.S.J’ s or fabricated beams.
ii) fixing to reinforced concrete bridge beams and masonry walls.
It should he noted that an extra care shall be taken when it is necessary to make holes for fixing bolts
in existing bridge beams. All bridge fittings shall he thoroughly cleaned and painted with one coat of
bituminous paint.
Where it is necessary for duct to pass through abutment walls, the masonry or brickwork shall be
arched over the pipe, the diameter of the hole thus formed shall be at least 13 mm more than the
external diameter of the duct. The space between the masonry or brickwork and the pipe shall then be
filled with bitumen to provide a cushion of bitumen to the perimeter of the pipe at least 13 mm thick.

8.6 DUMMY DUCTS

One length of PVC ducts shall be positioned, in a wall of the chamber or above the row of ducts
terminated at a jointing chamber. When it is necessary to increase the number of ways, the new ducts
shall be jointed to the dummy ducts and the ducts shall he made available by breaking the mortar seal
that was set previously in position when the ducts and chamber were constructed.

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9.0 JOINTING CHAMBERS
9.1 TYPE OF MANHOLES
The standard types and sizes of manhole with code references are shown in the following tables :-
TABLE 1

Reinforced Concrete Construction Throughtout Internal Dimensions

Code STM standard Drg. No Figures Length Breadth Height
(cm) (cm) (cm)
RO 13359./1 Sht 1 & 4 Rectangular 182 106 152
R1A 182 122 168
R1B
} 13359/1 Sht 2 & 4 -
182 122 198
R2B mod fr
R1B
} 19488/0 - 305 122 198

R1B mod 19658/0 - 182 122 182

R2A 305 122 182
R2B
} 13359/1 Sht 3 & 4 -
305 122 192
R2A-E 19636/0 - 305 122 182-244
R2A mod 19632/0 - 366 152 182
R4 19634/0 - 601 182 182
R6 19614/1 - 610 305 182
R7 19615/1 - 610 213 305
SM No.1 - 244 122 182
SM No. 2 } 10750/2 - 305 244 213
SM No. 3 - 305 244 213
R3 19633/0
R5 19609/1
R9 19578/2
R9 mod 19649/0
R10 19579/2 Assorted See STM Drawing

R10 mod 19652/0 Shapes & 19650/0 for size

R11 19580/0
Sizes and shape
R12 19588/0
R13 19594/0
R14 19638/0
R15 19637/0
R16 19635/0
RT88 19485/0 A-117cm
19482/0 Sht 1& 2 B-107cm 182cm
19484/1 D-244cm
19486/0 F-274 cm

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9.2 TYPE OF JOINT BOXES
The standard types and sizes of joint boxes arc shown in the following table :-
TABLE 2

Item Code STM standard Length Breadth Internal

Drawing No (cm) (cm) Depth (cm)
Carriageway Joint Box JC9 mod 19647/1 157 cm 66 cm 107 cm

Carriageway Joint Box JC9C mod 19676/1 182 cm 97 cm 144 cm

to accommodate LP 200 pr 19540/0 244 cm 97 cm 180 cm +

61 cm S.H.

Note: Normal depths are indicated and shall be measured from the carriageway or footway surface to the
top of the floor in each case. They may however be varied to suit the depths of the ducts.
All jointing chambers whether built of brick or reinforced concrete shall be of water proof construction.
Ducts shall enter manholes at such a depth to ensure a clearance of at least 460 mm between the top
of the barrel of the uppermost ducts and the underside of the roof of the manhole. Except where a duct
seal is provided, when a clearance of 203 mm is required, clearance of 152 mm depending on type of
manhole, shall be given between the outside of the barrel of the ducts and the adjacent wall, and a
minimum clearance of 460 mm between the underside of the lowest duct and the floor.
Where the duct capacity of any proposed manhole is not fully utilised, the space shall be fitted with
dummy ducts for future duct growth by laying initially at standard depth. The dummy ducts shall be
sealed with cement mortar inside the chamber wall. To ensure that cables can easily be housed in
manholes with a minimum bending, the ducts shall be splayed over the last length to enter the
manhole equally on either side.

9.3 MANHOLE CONSTRUCTION

The ground shall he excavated to the required dimension, the sides of the excavation shall be
supported by poling boards or by other means if there is any likelihood of the earth falling in. The
foundations shall then be levelled & rammed. Soft ground shall be dug out, filled in with hardcore &
consolidated.
Two light wooden templates, slotted (not drilled) to receive the reinforcing bars shall he set up. The
lower template shall be fitted about 305 mm above the foundation and shall he supported on four small
pegs at its corners. The upper template shall be fixed to correspond with the lower template, but about
305 mm below the position of the roof of the manhole.
In the process of erecting the floor of manhole, shuttering for the sump hole shall be set up and
concrete laid over the foundation to a thickness of 38 mm.
In the process of side-wall to floor corner reinforcement shall he placed sos that horizontal portions are
just covered by the concrete. The vertical portions shall pass through the slots in the template and be
set so as to obtained 19 mm cover from the outside faces of the walls when these are erected.
Additional concrete shall next be laid until the level is 19 mm less than the concrete level for the floor.
This shall be done as soon as possible after placing the first layer of concrete, so that the two layers
unite thoroughly. Anchor irons shall he set in the floor in accordance with the relevant STM Standard
Drawings. The interior wall reinforcement shall he placed with the horizontal portions flush with the
surface of the concrete in the floor and the vertical portions passing through the slots of both templates
so as to obtain 19 mm cover from the interior face of the walls when these are erected. The remaining
19 mm layer of concrete shall then he laid to reach the specified floor level.
The erection of the walls shall be commenced when the floor has been left for at least 12 hours. The
portion of the floor on which the walls will be erected shall be cleaned and rendered with a 7 mm
thickness of neat cement, well trowelled and placed in position just before wall concreting is
commenced. The wall shall, as far as possible be erected continuously to their full height, but if during
erection a break of 2 hours or more is unavoidable, the existing work shall be cleaned and rendered as
previously described.

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The horizontal bars and side-to-end-wall corner reinforcement shall be placed as walls are built up.
Steps, manholes, bolts and cable bearers shall then be set in the walls. The templates shall be
removed when the work reaches such a stage that they impede the placing of the concrete.
When the walls have been built to the requisite height, shuttering for the roof shall he set up and the
boards being arranged to form a recess at the position of the roof beams. A 26 mm thickness of
concrete shall then be laid throughout the roof area, including the recess of the beams. The beam and
wiring of stirrups to the bars may now be laid and the main reinforcing bars shall be set to obtain 26
mm cover. The remainder of the roof reinforcement shall be laid and to give the correct cover of 19
mm and the rods shall be just visible above the surface of the concrete. The alternate bent bars shall
be conveniently supported by a single wire fixing at the point where they enter the beam
reinforcement. The concrete in the roof shall then he made up to the necessary thickness and finally
the roof-to-wall corner reinforcement shall be embedded.
The correct cover of 19 mm to the roof shall be checked by a wood spike. Correction at each end of
the horizontal part of the rod shall ensure that the vertical portion has the correct cover throughout its
length. The upper face of the beams shall be spade finished and the roof given a slight slope to the
sides to avoid accumulation of water on the roof.
The shuttering shall be struck and the floor shall be rendered with a 19 mm cement mortar, with a fall
to the sump hole on all sides and the manhole frame shall then be fitted.
The arrangement of reinforcement for each type of manholes are as shown pictorially in the relevant
STM standard Drawings as listed in Table 1.
The minimum concrete during time for jointing chamber after completion of concreting shall be as
shown in the following table :-
TABLE 3 : Manholes Built In The Caniageway / Foot Way

Minimum Period from Completion of Concreting

Type of Cement used
(a) to removal of (b) before commencing (C) before allowing
shuttering reinstatement passage of traffic
Carriage- Foot- Carriage- Foot- Carriage- Foot-
Way Way Way Way Way Way

Portland Cement Or Its

Equivalent 5 days 5 days 7 days 5 days 7 days 7 days

Rapid-Hardening Cement 2 days 2 days 3 days 2 days 3 days 3 days

High Alumina Cement 10 hrs 10 hrs 24 hrs 24 hrs 24 hrs 24 hrs

The striking of the shuttering shall be commenced before the expiration of 12 hours and the concrete
shall be prevented from becoming dry at any time by watering it within 24 hours of mixing.

9.4 JOINTING CHAMBER FITTINGS

The following fittings in the jointing chamber shall be hot-dipped galvanized and the following
requirements shall be followed :-
a) Grating for sump holes shall he fitted to the sump holes of all manholes.
b) Anchor iron shall be fitted in accordance with the relevant drawing.
c) Steps shall be installed in the position shown in the relevant drawings for the manholes. The
steps shall also he used in entrance shafts for all manholes.
d) Steel ladders shall be used in all types of manholes. The ladders shall be fixed in accordance
with the relevant drawings to suit the different heights of the manholes.
e) Bolts shall he fitted for the attachment of cable hearers. In all types of manholes, the bolts
required for the walls shall he fixed temporarily in the shuttering during the construction of the
manhole to ensure that they shall remain in their correct position while the concrete is setting. The
positions for holes in the shuttering shall he obtained by using the cable bearer as a template.

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f) The cable hearers shall he. fixed to the walls as described in ( e )
g) The brackets for cable bearers shall be in accordance with relevant drawing and the initial
provision shall be 2 per cable bearer e.g in a R2A type manholes, where the cable bearers are
fitted 3 to a wall making a total of 6 cable bearers the number of brackets provided shall be 12.
h) The pins locking and cable bearer shall he designed to facilitate the removal of brackets.

9.5 FITTING OF MANHOLE COVERS

Manholes Cover No. 3E shall be fitted in all classes of manholes in accordance with the relevant
drawings. Manhole Covers No. 7E shall be fitted in all classes of joint boxes in accordance with the
relevant drawing.
a) Where the manhole is to be set at the minimum depth (as shown on the standard manhole
drawings), one course of brickwork shall be laid between the manhole roof and frame.
b) Where, due to anticipated alterations in level, the manhole is to he set at an increased depth, one
or more additional course of brickwork shall be laid. This is particularly important in the case of
manholes built in the footway where there is possibility of the frames and covers being installed to
carriageway level at a later date. Cement mortar shall be used both for setting the brickwork and
for bedding the manhole frame.
c) 24 hours must elapse after the building of a jointing chamber before the frame and cover are
installed. The water used in the concrete shall not exceed 643 litres per cubic metres.
The frame shall he positioned accurately in relation to the cover before being filled so that the cover is
flush & level with the surrounding carriageway. Two methods of filling and setting may be employed:-
i) In-situ filling ----- The frame shall he embedded on a layer of still cement mortar, care being taken
to ensure that the frame is fully supported along all the four side.
The level of the frame shall he adjusted to the level of the surrounding road surface h pieces of
mild steel packing approximately 152 mm x 51 mm and of appropriate thickness. The cover shall
than he placed m the frame. When the cover is correctly suited, the edges of’ the frame and the
cover shall he at the same level if any irregularity can be felt by running the finger along the joint
or it the cover rocks the frame shall be packed up until the edges are at the same level and the
cover is free from rocking. The cover and the frame shall then be filled with concrete of Quality G,
or an asphalt and granite mixture. Great care shall he taken when filling the frame to ensure that
no voids are left, the concrete in each pocket shall bethoroughly tamped with the reinforcing rod.
Finishing shall be done with a trowel, the concrete in the cover compartments being left slightly
proud but not more than 3.2 mm at the edge to 6.4 mm crown in the centre of the cover to allow
for shrinkage, wear and to protect the metal webs. The lettering on the plate bearing the STM
marking shall be left clear.
ii) Where in-site filling is not possible, the frame shall he placed on a level surface with a piece of
building paper beneath it to prevent concrete adhering to the floor. The levelling of the frame and
cover, and the concrete filling shall hen be done as described in method (1). The frames and
covers must he left undisturbed for a minimum of 3 days. When the frame is installed, it shall be
bedded on stiff 1: 3 cement mortar.
The minimum concrete curing times for manhole covers shall be shown in the following table:-
A B C
Before disturbing Before removing from Before allowing passage
the frame or the frame & after the of traffic after the
Type of Concrete cover when in- complete installation complete installation
situ filling is not including cement including cement mortar
used mortar bedding bedding

Ordinary Cement 5 days 3 days 7 days

Rapid hardening Cement 3 days 2 days 3 days
High Alumina Cement 10 hrs 10 hrs 24 hrs

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9.6 CONSTRUCTION OF JOINT BOXES
The ground shall first be excavated to the required dimensions and the sides of the excavation shall he
timbered if necessary. The foundations shall then he levelled and rammed.
The floor shall be laid and levelled to the required thickness with concrete of Quality A. Iron and anchor
reinforcing bars shall be inserted where specified in the drawings. The fall of 25 mm shown in the
drawings for the floor, shall be achieved by rendering with a smooth finish cement mortar.
Brickwork for the walls shall be laid in cement mortar and flush pointed. The bricks shall be dipped in
water before they are laid. Brackets for joint box shall be fitted as the walls are erected.
Roof shuttering shall be set up and concrete of Quality A for the roof shall he laid to a depth of 25 mm
and reinforcement set to give the concrete cover. Additional concrete shall then he placed to the
specified thick for the roof.
Shuttering shall be struck as follows :-
i) For carriageway joint boxes, after the lapse of time given in Table 3 of Section 9.3. of this
specification.
ii) For footway joint boxes, after 24 hours, irrespective of the type of cement used. A 20 mm cement
mortar rendering shall be applied to level the floors or they shall be built up to give 25 mm
drainage faIl where required.
Manhole cover No. 7E shall be fitted to all joint boxes and the method as described in Section 9.5 of
this specification shall apply.

9.7 PROTECTION OF CABLES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT

The Contractor shall take such measures, to protect cables and associated equipment during the
cutting of duct entries into existing structures or the demolition and rebuilding of jointing chambers.
Such measures may include any or all of the following :-
a) A ladder must be provided by the Contractor for the access of manhole excavations. Under no
circumstances shall cables, joints & associated equipment be used for climbing, standing or sitting on.
b) Sufficient pumping capacity shall be made available to ensure that when cables are removed
from their bearers they shall not be immersed in water at any time.
c) All cables shall he protected at duct entries by packing with foam rubber to act as cushion when
any movement occurs.
d) During demolition of the roof of a manhole the. Contractor shall erect a deck of timber between
the ‘cables and the roof of the manhole to protect the cables etc. from falling debris in the
following manner :-
i) A minimum of three 229 mm x 76 mm timber upright shall be evenly spaced against each
long wall of the manhole with the 229 mm side against the wall. The length of the upright
shall be such that they terminate approximately midway between the uppermost cables and
the roof. Further length of 229 mm x 76 mm timber shall be placed and secured horizontally
on top of the uprights and between the uprights at the bottom, all positions shall be wedged
and blocked to the satisfaction of the S.O ’s Representative. Lengths of poling boards or
other similar timber shall then be placed on top of the horizontal supports.
e) During rebuilding operations, cables shall he supported on wooden benches with cushions of
sacking or similar material once the floor has been laid and the concrete allowed to set.

9.8 BONDING AT JOINTING CHAMBERS FOR EARTHING FACILITIES

Where metal pipes are laid and terminated at jointing chambers, the break in continuity shall be made
good by embedding 51 mm x 3.2 mm G.I. strips of required lengths in the walls of the jointing
chambers during construction. The ends of the G.I strips shall be welded to the pipes.

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10.0 INTERIM RESTORATION, BACKFILLLNG & PERMANENT REINSTATEMENT OF ROADS &
OTHERS

10.1 INTERIM RESTORATION

The Contractor shall execute interim restoration of all trenches and ducts in accordance with the
provisions & specifications laid down by JKR and other relevant authorities. A layer of sand shall first be
laid on the bed of the trench & hand punned to a thickness of not less than 50mm before ducts are laid.
All ducts shall he covered by a layer of sand & hand punned to a thickness of not less than 50mm.

10.2 BACKFILLING
The space outside the walls of jointing chambers and surrounding area shall be completely filled with
sand free from stones in 230 mm layers and rammed. Care shall be taken such that the ramming shall
not disturb any recently completed works.
All materials shall be replaced in 150 mm layers in the reverse order to which they were excavated.
The remaining 300 mm top of the trench shall he backfilled with good quality red earth and the
materials previously excavated shall he placed on top and the gaps filled with quarry dust. All
backfilling shall be thoroughly compacted at each layer using a mechanical rammer. If mechanical
rammer is impracticable and hand ramming is employed, there shall he at least three persons
ramming to one filling. Where S.O’ s Representative requires backfilling of trenches completely with
sand or quarry dust, all excavated materials shall be removed from site, and backfilling shall be carried
out as described in the following paragraph.
For all road crossings on carriageway, after the bedding of a layer of sand in the trench has been
satisfactorily carried out, the backfilling shall be done with nothing else except sand or quarry dust in
layers. Each layer shall not be more than 230 mm in thickness and well rammed with mechanical
rammer or watered down before the next layer is laid The top 300 mm shall be backfilling with quarry
dust only. This shall be done in two layers, one layer to he rammed with mechanical rammers before
the next layer is laid. The top layer shall he rammed with mechanical rammer until it is flushed with the
road surface.
Backfilled excavations shall he tested by applying a power frog rammer repeatedly over one half a
square metre area for a period of 3 minutes and shall performed by the Contractor as instructed by the
S.O.’s Representative at intervals as he considers necessary.
The compactness shall he considered satisfactory if the test shows no measurable change in level, a
measurable change in level being a depression which cannot he rectified by reshaping the tested area
and consequently requires additional imported material to restore the surface of the test area to the
original level. Should any measurable change in level occurred, then the area of faulty compaction,
defined by the results of this and further tests, shall he rectified by the Contractor.

10.3 PERMANENT REINSTATEMENT OF ROADS

Permanent reinstatement shall commence only after the back filling and interim restoration has been
allowed to settle well and that there is no measurable change in level.
The reinstatement shall be carried out by removing the back filled material from the trench to a depth
of 300 mm which shall then he filled with a 250 mm crusher run stone (limestone or granite) not
exceeding 62 mm in size and the voids between the metal filled with quarry dust to serve as a bind.
Where possible, consolidation by rolling shall he. carried out with an 8 tonne roller utilising a special
hydraulic rolling wheel attachment. Elsewhere consolidation shall be effected by means of power
driven rammer. The 300 mm crusher run stone base for trenches within carriageways shall he
consolidated in 2 layers of 150 mm each. The foundation of the footway shall consist of a layer of not
less than 125 mm of quarry dust. The layer of quarry dust shall be rolled with a 2 tonne roller or by
means of a power driven rammer.
A tack coat cationic bituminous emulsion (40%) must be applied to the rolled crusher run stone
base/quarry dust base at the rate of 4.5 square. metre per litre before the premixed asphalt macadam
surface is laid.

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When the consolidation of the stone foundation is completed, premixed asphalt shall he spread evenly
over the treated stone surface/quarry dust surface and rolled until complete consolidation has been
obtained and the resultant surface left slightly proud of the existing adjacent surface. For carriageway
consolidation an tonne roller shall be used and for footpath consolidation, a roller not exceeding 2
tonne shall he used. All surplus material shall he removed from site by the Contractor on the same day
the trench has been backfilled. The Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining the. backfilled
trench until the surface reinstatement is complete.

11.0 WORKING DRAWINGS

Within three weeks after award of the tender or such shorter period as may he required by the S.O ’s
Representative, the Contractor shall submit to the S.O ’s Representative for his approval, four sets of
detailed drawings of the positions of manholes/joint boxes and cable ducts routes. The drawings
submitted shall be modified if necessary as requested by the S. O’s Representative and resubmitted
for final approval. It is to be understood, however, that approval of the drawings will not exonerate the
Contractor from any responsibility in connection with the work.

12. SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

During, the Defects Liability Period, the Contractor shall perform service and maintenance work for the
complete installations by skilled persons. All works materials tools & parts to rectify the defects due to
manufacturing faults shall be supplied/executed by the contractor at no extra cost to the Government.
The works to be performed shall include but not be limited to the following
a) Replacing and making good all manholes, joint boxes, ducts etc.
b) Making good any damage to roads, buildings, drains, cables, pipes, concrete areas, paved areas
etc. which had not been properly made good.
c) All other works as deemed necessary by the S.O’s Representative.
The maintenance work shall he carried out as soon as the Contractor has been informed by the S.O’s
Representative. If the work has not been carried out and completed within a reasonable period, the
S.O’s Representative reserves the right to engage another party to carry out the work in which case,
the Contractor shall be responsible for all the expenses incurred.

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1. All completed installation shall be tested before & after connection of electrical supply to the
satisfaction of the Engineer & Electricity Supply Authorities & to current I.E.E. Regulations.
All tests shall be carried out under a capable contractor’s representative & in the presence
of the Engineer or his representative.

2. Portions of the installation failing the tests shall be replaced or remedied to the Engineer’s
satisfaction. Records of all tests made shall be recorded & submitted in duplicate to the
Engineer.

3. The following tests shall be carried out for all circuits : -

i. Polarity tests.
ii. Continuity tests.
iii. Insulation tests.
iv. Insulation tests on apparatus supplied prior to connection service.
v. Earth continuity tests.
vi. Phase rotation tests.
vii. Earth leakage circuit breaker.

4. Tests for lamps and fluorescent tubes shall be carried out at an agreed time in the presence
of various representatives of the Employer.

5. Switchboard & distribution boards tests shall be carried out on the manufacturer’s works &
witnessed prior to delivery to the site. Site tests to supply authorities’ requirements shall be
further carried out to the Engineer’s satisfaction.

Testing And Commisioning