Moter Run Test Procedures
Moter Run Test Procedures
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STANDARD TEST AND COMMISSIONING PROCEDURE
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1.0 PURPOSE
2.0 SCOPE
3.0 DEFINITIONS
Drive End (DE) - The end of the motor from which the shaft
protrudes and is coupled to the driven equipment. It may also be
referred to as the inboard (IB) end of the motor.
Non Drive End (NDE) - The end of the motor that is opposite the
DE. This end of the motor usually has the motor’s cooling fan
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4.0 RESPONSIBILITIES
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5.1 Prerequisites
5.1.1 Verify that test equipment used for recording data are calibrated
within their calibration interval and document on the Motor Data
Record, Exhibit B.
5.1.2 Verify that the equipment is correct (per data sheets, specifications,
etc.) and installed in accordance with project design documents and
vendor manuals/drawings. Also verify that the system installation is
complete to the extent necessary to properly support equipment
operation. Review system/component punch list.
5.1.5 Verify that instrumentation, controls, and alarms associated with the
equipment under test are tested, calibrated, functional, and
documented to the extent necessary to support testing.
5.1.6 Verify that the motor bearing lubrication and cooling system, if any,
is available for operation. If applicable, also verify that auxiliary
cooling fans have been checked out and are available.
5.1.9 Verify that power cables are tested including space heater.
5.1.10 Verify that the protection relays and interlocks are tested for motor
circuit breaker.
5.1.11 Verify that ground cables are connected as per design drawing and
details.
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5.2.1 Areas under test must be clean and free of loose debris and only
authorized personnel are permitted in test areas.
5.2.6 Assure adequate access is provided to all required areas during the
test. Where permanent access is not provided, scaffolding or a
manlift must be provided in accordance with job site procedures.
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5.2.11 Loose parts of the coupling that cannot be removed for the motor
uncoupled run-in shall be tied off or affixed in such a way that they
shall not contact the motor shaft or any other rotating part.
5.2.12 Do not operate any equipment unless its supervisory and protective
devices are calibrated, tested, and functional. No protective devices
shall be de-rated or bypassed unless temporary protection is
provided.
6.0 PROCEDURE
6.1.1 Note: The vendor’s instruction manual takes precedence over this
procedure in the event of conflicts. Detailed equipment operation
shall be according to vendor manuals.
6.2 General
6.2.2 Motor run-in time shall be as specified by the vendor or until bearing
temperatures and winding temperatures (as applicable) stabilize. A
temperature is normally considered stable when three successive
readings taken at 10-minute intervals do not vary by more than ±3
percent.
6.2.3 During initial run-in, record those equipment parameters that have
an accessible indicator. Typical parameters that establish the
motor's characteristics include bearing temperatures, winding
temperatures, cooling fluid temperatures, lubrication flows and
temperatures, etc. The data should have a common time basis and
be recorded at a specified interval. The following are several
acceptable recording methods:
• A chart recorder
• A data logger
6.2.4 Use the Motor Data Record, Exhibit B, to document test results and
attach charts, graphs, data printouts, etc. Data collection can be
stopped when monitored parameters have stabilized.
6.2.5 Record the ambient temperature and the cooling water temperature
to judge if the bearing temperature is stabilized or not.
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6.3 Inspection
6.3.1 Ensure that the motor is clean and dry. The motor nameplate shall
be legible. End bells, covers, filters, and accessories shall be firmly
attached.
6.3.2 Record motor nameplate data on the Motor Data Record, Exhibit B.
6.3.3 Ensure that the voltage, phasing and the frequency of the motor’s
power supply agree with those on the motor nameplate and the
appropriate drawings.
6.3.4 Ensure that motor terminations are properly made up. On dual
voltage motors ensure that the winding connections are correct for
the supplied voltage and agree with those on the motor name plate.
6.3.5 Ensure Verify that the motor is properly grounded in accordance with
the project grounding notes, symbols, and details.
6.3.6 Ensure that collector rings and brushes checked as follow, The
collector rings shall be clean and free of any mechanical damage.
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The brushes shall make good contact with the slip rings and the
brushes shall slide smoothly in their holders.
6.3.7 Ensure that the motor protection circuits have been set. If
Engineering has not provided initial settings the following may be
used:
a) Instantaneous trip (magnetic overloads or quick blow fuses) is
set at 10 to 12 times the full load amps (FLA) rating of the motor
or at the locked rotor (LR) amperage if given on the name plate
b) Timed trip (thermal overloads or slow-blow fuses) is set at the
FLA times the service factor (SF) of the motor.
c) Ground fault protection is set 15% of FLA and time delay shall
less than upstream setting time.
6.3.8 Record the initial settings in the comment section of the Motor Data
Record, Exhibit B.
6.3.9 Ensure that all protective relays have been calibrated and func-
tionally tested.
6.3.10 Ensure conduit connections for control and power cables ensuring
that bushings are installed, conduit connections are tight and covers
are installed.
6.3.12 Ensure motor vibration sensors are tested including alarm and trip
levels (as applicable).
6.3.13 Ensure any terminals of CT's (as applicable) installed on the motor
terminal box are connected to protection relay or shorted.
6.3.14 Ensure that motor cable shield are connected in accordance with
contract specification (as applicable).
7.1.1 The insulation of the motor windings and power cable should be
meggered prior to the initial run if not recently meggered. Insulation
Resistance (Megger) Testing for test voltages and acceptance
criteria.
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7.1.3 Place any support systems, such as lube oil or cooling water, in
operation.
7.1.4 Rotate the motor shaft manually (if possible) to ensure that the rotor
moves freely, without rubbing.
7.1.5 Phase rotation may be initially checked using a motor phase rotation
meter for any motor. However, an initial check by motor phase
rotation meter is mandatory for motors and driven equipment that
might be damaged by reverse rotation:
a) Tag out the motor supply breaker.
b) Connect the leads of the phase rotation meter to the motor
terminals at the motor terminal box or feeder (load) terminals for
the motor at the starter or switchgear.
c) Slowly rotate the motor shaft (rotor) in the proper direction of
rotation for the driven equipment and verify that the phase
sequence on the meter matches the phase sequence of the line
(supply) connections.
d) If the phase sequence indicated on the meter does not match
the design (line) phase sequence, interchange the motor leads
of two phases at the motor terminal box or at the starter or
switchgear.
7.1.6 For a motor supplied from a load center or switchgear bus, place the
breaker in the operating position (racked-in). For a motor equipped
with a starter and supplied from a motor control center and/or
distribution panel, place the breaker in the closed position. Ensure
that the motor space heaters, if supplied, are energized and note
their operation in the comment section of the Motor Data Record,
Exhibit B.
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7.2.1 If, at any time during the implementation of this procedure, any
parameter or condition is out of acceptable limits and cannot be
readily corrected, the evolution in progress shall be terminated and
the system or component placed in a safe configuration.
7.2.2 Clamp an ammeter on one of the motor leads either at the motor
terminal box or at the breaker or use current indicator installed on
the circuit breaker cell (as applicable) and set it to record the
maximum current draws. Start the motor, locally if possible. Record
the starting current on the Motor Data Record, Exhibit B.
7.2.4 With the motor running: take running current on all phases, phase to
phase voltages, motor rpm measurements and verify that the motor
space heater is de-energized. Record readings on the Motor Data
Record, Exhibit B.
7.2.5 If applicable tune variable speed drive to the system attributes and
verify frequency settings.
7.2.6 Check that the motor bearings are being properly lubricated (e.g.
bearing oil rings are rotating, no excessive foaming, levels are
correct). Monitor bearing temperatures as the motor is run in. When
they have stabilized, record the measurement.
7.2.9 Verify temperature, current, and vibration readings against any local
or remote indications.
7.2.11 When the vendor’s run-in criteria have been met or the temperatures
are stable secure the motor and monitor for smooth coast down.
7.2.12 Repeat the activities of the uncoupled motor start and run-in when
the motor is coupled. Record the data on the Motor Data Record,
Exhibit B.
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7.2.13 After final alignment and motor and driven equipment run-in, the
motor may be doweled in position as required by the vendor.
7.3 Restoration
7.3.2 Verify that temporary test equipment has been removed, and all
system connections and permanent equipment are replaced and
secured. Ensure terminal box cover is tight and has appropriate
gasket installed.
7.3.3 Verify that equipment and system(s) affected by this procedure are
restored to conditions as specified by the person responsible for the
system(s).
7.3.4 Notify the Operations Supervisor, using Project process, that testing
is complete.
9.0 REFERENCES
• Electrical Single-Line Diagrams
• Electrical Schematic Diagrams
• Grounding Notes, Symbols, and Details
• Vendor’s Instruction Manual and Associated Drawings
• Equipment Vibration Testing, 530-U07-00302
• Driven Mechanical Equipment Testing, 530-U07-00303
• Insulation Resistance (Megger) Testing, 530-U07-00308
• Control of Temporary Modifications, 520-U07-00226
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10.0 EXHIBITS
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EXHIBIT A
CHECK LIST
Sheet _1_ OF _1_
Check list :
Item DESCRIPTION STATUS NOTE
1 Ensure the motor under test is installed correctly without punch list item
category A
2 Verify that test equipment used for recording data are calibrated within
their calibration interval
3 Verify that the motor bearing lubrication and cooling system, if any, is available
for operation.
4 Verify that instrumentation, controls, and alarms associated with the equipment
under test are tested.
5 Verify that the motor supply breaker/switchgear has been functionally tested
6 Verify vendor’s precautions and limits, such as number of starts, run-in duration,
vibration, load,…etc.
7 Verify equipment Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements in support of this
activity have been implemented.
8 Temporary alterations installed during testing shall be recorded.
9 Ensure that the voltage, phasing ,the frequency and motor terminations are
correct for the supplied voltage and agree with those on the motor name plate and
10 Ensure that MV motor power cable shield is grounded only from one side
(motor side) as per mentioned in the termination cards.
11 Verify that the motor is properly grounded in accordance with the project grounding
notes, symbols, and detail.
12 Verify the collector rings (as applicable) is cleaned and free of any mechanical damage.
The brushes shall make good contact with the slip rings and the brushes shall slide
smoothly in their holders.
13 Ensure that the motor protection circuits have been set.
14 Ensure connection between RTD of motor winding (as applicable) and protection relay
is correctly.
15 Ensure motor vibration sensors are tested including alarm and trip level (as applicable)
16 Ensure any terminals of CT's (as applicable) installed on the motor terminal box are
connected to protection relay or shorted
17 Ensure that the motor space heaters, if supplied, are energized
18 Check motor rotation .
19 Verify the shaft is turning smoothly.
20 There is no abnormal noise or smell.
21 Verify that temporary alterations made during the performance are restored.
22 Verify that temporary test equipment has been removed.
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EXHIBIT B
MOTOR DATA RECORD
SHEET
_1_ OF _2__
SDN No.______-___-___-____-_____-___
EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION
FACILITY/PROJECT UNIT NO. JOB NO.
PREREQUISTIES COMPLETE AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS READ AND COMPLIED WITH: STARTUP ENGINEER DATE
__________________________/________
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EXHIBIT B
TEST MODIFICATIONS
INSTALLED RESTORED
MODIFICATION STARTUP ENGINEER / DATE STARTUP ENGINEER / DATE
COMMENTS
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