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SECTION 23 05 13 - COMMON ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR HVAC EQUIPMENT
This Section includes electric motors and their accessories normally supplied as part of equipment
assemblies. For specific motor types for each application refer to those equipment sections. This section
also includes all required Electrical conduiting, wiring, panels related to complete HVAC, Smoke, BMS
Control works.
Refer the Drawing Coordination Considerations for information needed to coordinate this specification
Section with the Drawings.
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section includes single- and three-phase motors for application on equipment provided under
other sections.
B. Related Sections:
1. Section 26 05 26 - Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems.
2. Section 26 05 53 - Identification for Electrical Systems.
1.2 REFERENCES
A. Comply with applicable requirements of the following standards and those others
referenced in this section or anywhere else written in the specifications or recommended
methods of governmental organizations apply to work in this Division. Where these
standards conflict with other specified requirements, the most restrictive requirements
shall govern at no extra cost and time:
1. ABMA 9 - Load Ratings and Fatigue Life for Ball Bearings.
2. NEMA MG 1 - Motors and Generators.
3. NETA ATS - Acceptance Testing Specifications for Electrical Power
Distribution Equipment and Systems.
B. Abbreviations and Names:
ABMA American Bearing Manufacturers Association
BMS Building Management System
KFSD Kuwait Fire Service Directorate
KVA Kilovolt-Ampere
MEW Ministry of Electricity and Water (Kuwait)
MPW Ministry of Public Works (Kuwait)
NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association
NETA ATS International Electrical Testing Association
PAHW Public Authority for housing welfare
PVC Polyvinyl chloride
HP Horse Power
VDE Verband Deutscher Elecrechinker
HRC High Rupturing Capacity
MCCB Moulded Case Circuit Breaker
MCB Miniature circuit breaker
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TPN Three-Phase & Neutral Power Supply
SPN Single-Phase & Neutral Power Supply
1.3 SUBMITTALS
A. Section 01 33 00 - Submittal Procedures Submittal procedures.
B. Product Data: Submit catalog data for each motor furnished loose. Indicate nameplate
data, standard compliance, electrical ratings and characteristics, and physical dimensions,
weights, mechanical performance data, and support points.
C. Test Reports: Indicate procedures and results for specified factory and field testing and
inspection. Submit wiring diagrams, details of components and panel construction and
mounting details in respect of control panels.
D. Submit Characteristics such as starting KVA and power factor, recommended star-delta
transition period and full load starting and running current etc. for all motor connected
to standby diesel generator sets.
E. Submit approval certificates by Testing Laboratories where required.
1.4 QUALIFICATIONS
A. Manufacturer: Company specializing in manufacturing products specified in this section
with minimum three years [documented] experience.
B. Testing Agency: Company [member of International Electrical Testing Association and]
specializing in testing products specified in this section with minimum years of
experience same as required for electrical works Sub-Contractor for this project.
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. All materials should be approved by PAHW.
B. All electrical works shall be in accordance with the requirements of the latest Regulations for
Electrical Installations in Buildings issued by Ministry of Electricity and Water (MEW).
C. Conform to the recommendations of the International Electro Technical Commission/British
Standard Specifications/NEMA/VDE in the selection and installation of Electrical System
Components.
D. Refer to Specifications and schematic diagrams of the electrical works of the Project for
ratings, derating factors, fault levels and other similar general criteria. These shall be binding
and mandatory for works covered by this Section.
E. Conform to the specifications of the Electrical works of the project for components such as
MCBs, MCCBs, Contactors, Switches, Fuses, cables and wires etc. Comply latest MEW
requirements.
F. Comply latest KFSD requirements and use high ambient conducting, wiring, panels related to
all Smoke ventilation equipments.
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G. Provide minimum full time Senior Electrical Engineer/Senior Electrical Foreman having
experience minimum 15 years of total out of which 10years in the State of Kuwait, only for
Electrical works associated with HVAC Works. This requirement is a minimum requirements
and should be considered in addition to the Contractor staff required as mentioned in other
parts of specifications.
1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements: Product storage and handling requirements.
B. Lift only with lugs provided. Handle carefully to avoid damage to components, enclosure, and
finish.
C. Protect products from weather and moisture by covering with plastic or canvas and by
maintaining heating within enclosure.
D. For extended outdoor storage, remove motors from equipment and store separately.
1.7 GUARANTEES ANDWARRANTY
A. Section 01 70 00 - Execution and Closeout Requirements: Product warranties and product
bonds.
B. Furnish [five] years manufacturer warranty for air handling units.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
In addition to the below mentioned specified requirements also comply the latest MEW & MPW
regulations & requirements complete in all respect at no extra cost and time.
2.1 ELECTRIC MOTORS:
All motors shall have winding with class B temperature rise and class F insulation.
Provide ante-condensation heater in stator winding for all motors.
Motor nameplates of etched aluminum stating the following shall be attached to the body by
riveting:
1. Name of manufacturer.
2. Serial number and frame size.
3. Power, Speed and power factor.
4. Electrical supply.
5. Type of starting.
Electric motors shall be supplied by the manufacturer of the driven equipment and shall be as
specified for the equipment concerned. Any electric motor not in accordance with the
Specification shall be rejected.
All electric motors shall be specifically supplied for the available supply voltage and frequency
as verified form the electrical Drawings. Motor speed shall be as specified for the equipment
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concerned.
Unless otherwise specified electric motors below 1 horsepower shall be single phase and above
1 horsepower shall be three phase of the totally enclosed fan-cooled type.
All electric motors shall have adequate power to operate the driven equipment without motor
overload under all conditions of operation and load and throughout the capacity range of the
equipment. Any overloaded motor as evidenced by its drawing current exceeding its nameplate
current rating and/or overheating under the specified operating conditions shall be rejected.
All electric motors shall have starting and torque characteristics as required by the driven
equipment and shall be capable of delivering the full rated output when operating at voltages
deviating by 5% from the rated voltage at the rated frequency. Motors shall be rated for
continuous operation.
Electric motors shall have Class E or F insulation with 80 C continuous temperature rise above
an average ambient temperature of 40 C, unless otherwise specified.
All motors shall be provided with conduit terminal box of approved model for the type of motor
enclosure. The motor windings shall be connected to terminals in the terminal box at the factory.
One additional earthing terminal shall be connected to the motor frame.
Motors directly connected to driven equipment shall be furnished with an adjustable base unless
otherwise specified.
Motors connected to equipment through a V-belt drive shall be furnished with an adjustable
sliding base.
Fractional horsepower motors shall be furnished with slotted mounting holes in the base.
2.2 Motor Starters
1. Motors shall have starters complying with the requirements of the reference standards
and shall include all control and protective gear, as listed here or elsewhere. These shall
be automatic type unless otherwise specified.
2. Starters shall be assembled in a cast iron or steel enclosure, protected from vermin and
dust. These enclosures shall be designed to be fixed to a wall, floor or shall be part of a
panel.
3. Starters shall be supplied with push buttons or selector switches and an isolator (SPN /
TPN as appropriate). Push buttons shall be of strong, non-hygroscopic material and shall
not swell.
4. Contacts of starters shall be strong, self-cleaning type and those exposed to air shall be of
silver or platinum. Contactors as well as other components shall be designed for 40
operations per hour.
5. When the control supply is provided from a source other than the source of the motor
circuit, the control circuit shall be through an auxiliary contact in the main isolator so
that the main isolator shall isolate the control supply along with the motor supply.
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6. Starters shall have an auxiliary contact suitable for low voltage DC supply so as have
remote on / off indication.
7. Starters shall be supplied with cable glands, where required.
2.3 Types of Starting.
1. Motors up to 15 HP: Direct-on-line (DOL) (or star-delta, if situation warrants) type,
limiting the starting current to six (6) times the full load current at rated voltage.
2. Motors from 15 to 50 HP: Star-delta type to limit the starting current to 2.5 times the full
load current at rated voltage, unless stated.
3. Motors over 50 HP: Star-delta or autotransformer type, as is specified.
4. Contractor may propose alternate, superior starting methods for reasons of excessive
starting time or other valid reasons.
2.4 Protection of Motors: Motors shall have the following protections, unless otherwise stipulated.
1. On load pattern switch with HRC fuses
2. Under voltage release
3. Thermal over current trip
4. Single phasing prevention
5. Earth leakage trip
2.5 POWER WIRING:
All wiring for connection to motors shall be single conductor wires pulled inside steel conduits
or multicore cables and fixed on cable trays or supports unless stated otherwise.
Single conductor wires and multicore cables shall have high conductivity copper wire conductors
insulated with PVC compound, with an additional PVC sheath for multicore cables.
Armour of armored cables shall be a single layer of galvanized steel wire under the PVC sheath.
Wires and cables shall be 600/1000 volts grade to BS 6004. Where required by special conditions
high temperature resistant cables, silicone rubber, cross-linked polyethylene,
Special corrosion resistant sheath shall be provided.
2.6 CONTROL WIRING:
Wires and cables for the control circuits shall be rated for 220 volts’ service.
Insulation shall be moisture resistant and flame retardant PVC compound.
Conductors shall be tinned annealed coppers of a minimum 1.5 mm2 area.
Multicore cables for control and signaling shall be PVC insulated copper conductors, PVC
sheathed in accordance with B.S.6346.
Where required special heat resistant insulation or corrosion resistant sheath shall be provided.
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2.7 CONDUITS:
Unless otherwise specified heavy gauge steel conduits shall be used throughout for all power and
control wiring. However, rigid conduits shall not terminate in or be fastened to a motor frame or
base. Flexible conduits shall be used at all transmission of noise and vibrations.
Flexible steel conduit for terminal connections to motors shall have sufficient slack to allow for
movement of the motor over the entire adjustable length of the motor sliding base.
The length and radius of the flexible conduit shall be sufficient to permit bending of the feeder
cables without damaging the conductor or its insulation.
Flexible conduits shall not be used in place of rigid steel conduit unless otherwise specified.
Steel conduit shall be welded and drawn heavy gauge steel to BS 31, Class B.
Conduits shall be internally and externally galvanized and threaded at both ends.
The minimum size of conduit shall be 20-mm internal diameter unless otherwise specified.
Conduit fittings such as couplings, expansion couplings, clips, saddles, elbows, glands, adapters,
reducers and the like shall be specifically designed for the type and size of conduit used.
Fittings for use with heavy gauge steel conduits shall be of the threaded type, galvanized or
cadmium plated malleable iron.
Conduits shall be supported in an adequate and approved manner by approved conduit supports.
Power and control circuits shall be run in separate conduits.
Conduits shall not cross pipe or vent shafts, ducts or openings.
Conduit runs shall be kept a minimum of 10 cm away from pipes of other non-electrical services.
Conduits shall be arranged so that any condensed moisture can drain to the lowest point at which
a screwed plug shall be provided for the purpose of draining-off.
2.8 STARTERS:
All three phase electric motors shall be provided with a motor starter of the magnetic protective
type to disconnect automatically the motor from the power supply in case of failure of the
supply, excessive drop in voltage, over current and lack of balance in the phases. Overload trips
shall be provided for the three phases.
Motor data shall be obtained from the equipment supplier before ordering any motor starter, or
motor nameplates shall be checked for full load current rating and allowable temperature rise in
order to select the proper overload thermal element for the motor starter.
Each starter shall be fitted with short circuit protection device indicated on the Drawings and/or
the Schedules. This protection shall be independent of the controller and overload protection.
The control voltage for all starters and for all control circuits shall not be higher than 220 volts.
Step-down control circuit transformers of the two winding isolating types shall be provided. High
rupturing capacity fuses or circuit breakers shall be used for protection of the control circuit.
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Auxiliary supply for controls other than from the main power circuit shall be effectively isolated
by auxiliary contacts on a main isolator.
Unless otherwise indicated on the Drawings or required by the driven equipment all magnetic
starters shall be provided with the following control devices:
- Start-stop push buttons.
- One red pilot light for running.
- One green pilot light for stopped.
- One reset push button.
Unless otherwise shown on the Drawings or required by the driven equipment all motor
starters shall be of the following types:
- For single phase motors below ½ HP the starter shall be of the manual, two-pole, toggle
type for non-reversing across the line starting, fitted with one overload element, suitable
for surface or flush mounting.
- For three phase motors up to and including 15 HP the starter shall be of the direct-on line
non-reversing magnetic type with a manual reset, 3-pole overload relay and voltage
protection.
- For three phase motors above 15 HP and up to and including 50 HP the starter shall be of
the automatic star-delta magnetic non-reversing, type with a 3-pole overload relay and
one adjustable low voltage relay.
- For three phase motors above 50 HP the starter shall be of the Variable Frequency Drive
protection.
Individually mounted starters shall be totally enclosed in a sheet steel enclosure with
backed enamel finish and of a design to suit the location and application. It shall not be
possible to open the enclosure door unless the isolator is in the open position.
All motor starters and controls shall be provided with an engraved nameplate identifying
the system or defining its function. A detailed wiring diagram shall be securely fixed
inside each enclosure cover to indicate clearly all circuits.
All control and power wires shall be clearly marked for identification either by
distinctive color of insulation or by engraved tags or as per Engineer’s approval.
2.9 ISOLATING SWITCHES:
Isolating switches shall be of the non-fusible single-throw type housed in a separate metallic
enclosure and provided with are quenching devices on each pole, capable of interrupting at least
six times its rated current. The characteristics of isolating switches such as ampere rating and
number of poles shall be as shown on the Drawings.
Isolating switches shall interrupt simultaneously the power supply to all line conductors, any
neutral and control circuits.
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The operating mechanism of isolating switches shall be of the quick-make quick-break type with
external operating handles mechanically interlocked with the enclosure cover. Interlocks shall
make it necessary for the disconnecting switch to be in the OFF position for access to the inside
of the enclosure. Means shall be provided for bypassing the interlocks. The position of the
isolating switch shall be clearly indicated on the cover
The enclosure of isolating switches shall be of the general-purpose type unless otherwise
required or shown on the Drawings. Enclosures shall have provision for locking the operating
handle in the OPEN and CLOSED positions.
Isolating switches for single-phase fractional horsepower motors shall be of the single-pole
dolly-operated type rated 15/20 amperes at 250 amperes at 250 volts AC. The switch shall be of
the quick-make quick-break type with silver alloy contacts.
Switches shall be of the flush or surface mounted type to suit the application.
Where indicated on the Drawings and/or required by the location weatherproof totally sealed
water and rustproof enclosures shall be installed.
2.10 COMBINATION STARTERS-ISOLATING SWITCHES:
Combination starters-isolating switches shall comprise a magnetic starter, isolating switch and
the short circuit protection devices required by the
Standards all in a sheet metal enclosure of approved type to suit the application.
The operating mechanism of the isolating switch shall be quick-make quick-break with the
external operating handle mechanically interlocked with the enclosure cover.
Interlocks shall make it necessary for the disconnect to be in the OFF position for access to the
inside of the enclosure.
Isolator shall have means of bypassing the interlocks.
Indication of the position of the isolator shall be positive and clearly indicated on the cover.
The short circuit protection gear shall be either H.R.C. fused cartridges or molded case circuit
breakers of the appropriate current rupturing capacity as indicated on the Drawings.
Operation of the circuit breaker shall be possible from outside the enclosure and the position of
the breaker ON OFF-TRIPPED shall be clearly indicated by the position of the handle.
2.11 METERS:
Panels shall be provided with main voltmeter, three current-meters and instantaneous Kilowatt
meter indicator.
The necessary switches and current coils shall be provided. Each motor shall be provided by a
single current meter with suitable scale and proper accuracy.
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2.12 PUSH BUTTONS AND RELAYS:
Push buttons shall be a one-unit momentary contact START/STOP with normally open or
normally closed contacts as required by the wiring diagrams and with lockout attachments.
Push button heads shall be color-coded and the STOP push button shall be protected.
Relays shall be multiple with normally open or normally closed contacts, electrically operated at
220 V maximum, 50 cycles and magnetically held. Contacts shall be of the double-break, sil-
vered type and interchangeable from normally open to normally-closed without additional parts.
Relays shall be rated at 10 amperes 600 volt.
2.13 CIRCUIT BREAKERS:
Circuit breakers shall be of the thermal-magnetic type with molded case manually operated for
normal switching functions and automatically operated under overload and short circuit
conditions.
The current rating of the breaker and of its over-current relays shall be as shown on the Drawings
and the Schedules. Minimum frame size for MCCBs shall be 160A.
Circuit breakers of 250 ampere frame size and larger shall have interchangeable over current trip
units and adjustable instantaneous trips unless otherwise shown on the Drawings.
All main incoming breakers shall be of the current operated, earth leakage type or shall be
suitably equipped to provide earth fault protection. Earth fault detection and interruption shall be
time coordinated with those of the main incoming breaker on the main distribution panel board.
All circuit breakers shall provide positive trip free operation on abnormal overloads with quick-
make and quick-break contacts under both manual and automatic operation. Stationary and
movable contacts shall be of non-welding silver alloy and shall be adequately protected with
effective and rapid are interruption.
In multiple pole breakers, each pole shall have an inverse time delay thermal over current trip
element and a magnetic instantaneous over current trip element for simultaneous tripping of all
poles. Multiple pole breakers shall have a single handle mechanism.
All breaker trip elements shall be of the ambient temperature compensated type.
2.14 CONTROL CIRCUITS:
The control circuits shall be arranged in a manner to satisfy the operating requirements indicated
on the Drawings and/or specified for the various equipment driven by electricity and any other
requirements pertaining to the proper functioning and operation of the equipment.
The Contractor shall thoroughly acquaint himself with all the requirements of the various
systems and submit to the Engineer for approval detailed control wiring diagrams and a list of
control equipment with descriptive literature.
Free hand field wiring diagrams or sketches will not be accepted.
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2.15 EARTHING:
Equipment shall be earthen by connecting all non-current carrying metal parts of the wiring
system to an earth source
Non-current carrying metal parts shall include such items as metal conduits, cable trays, outlet
boxes, cabinets etc. as well as enclosures, doors, grilles and barriers protecting or shielding
electrical equipment from direct access by unauthorized personnel.
Motors shall be earthen by connecting a green insulated earth conductor from an earthing
bushing in the starter to the motor frame. The earth conductor shall be run together with the
circuit wiring and terminated in the motor terminal box provided the earth terminal in the
terminal box is mechanically connected to the motor frame. If
this is not feasible the earth conductor shall be extended through an insulated bushed opening in
the terminal box and connected to the motor base.
2.16 SHOP AND INSTALLATION DRAWINGS:
In addition to the provisions under general requirements for shop and installation drawings, the
Contractor shall submit to the Engineer for approval, prior to ordering any equipment and
material, the necessary shop and installation drawings, which shall include the following:
Complete technical data on all motor starters, motor protection relays, sensing units,
control accessories etc.
Constructional details of equipment particularly motor control panels.
Wiring diagram of power and control circuits.
Installation details of motor control panels and of control and sensing accessories.
Feeder termination details at motor control panels, starters, motors, isolating switches,
control and sensing accessories etc.
2.17 FLOAT SWITCHES:
Float switches shall be of the lever operated, heavy duty, bracket mounted type suitable for
application in open tanks and supplied complete from the factory with 18 cm spun copper float,
1.5 m long brass rod, two stops, floor mounting stand, lever and counterweight.
Float switches shall have oil tight and dust-tight enclosure and 2-pole double throw silver
contacts. The contacts shall open on liquid rise.
2.18 PRESSURE SWITCHES:
Pressure switches shall be of the industrial heavy-duty bellows actuated type suitable for water
service and with contacts to close on falling pressure. They shall have a range of 0.07 to 8
Kg/cm2. The switches shall be good for an operating pressure of 17.5 Kg/cm2 and shall have 6
mm pipe tap bottom connection.
The switches shall have oil tight and dust tight enclosure and single pole double throw contacts.
They shall be provided with setting adjustment.
Pressure switches shall always be tested after installation to ensure dependable operation and
correct setting.
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2.19 LOW SUCTION PRESSURE SWITCHES:
Low suction pressure switches shall be of the industrial, sensitive, low range, diaphragm actuated
type, suitable for water service with a range of 0.02 to 0.17 Kg/cm2 of falling pressure and preset
at the factory to 0.03 Kg/cm2. The switches shall be good for an operating pressure of 7 Kg/cm2
and shall have 6 mm pipe tap bottom connection.
The switch shall have oil tight and dust tight enclosure and single pole double throw contacts. It
shall be provided with range adjustment knob, sealing cap and range locking nut.
Low suction pressure switches shall be tested after installation to ensure dependable operation
and correct setting.
All components for the starters should be of best quality. The country of origin should be marked
permanently in the product. Samples of starter components should be submitted before approval.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EXISTING WORK
A. Disconnect and remove abandoned motors
B. Maintain access to existing motors and other installations remaining active and requiring
access. Modify installation or provide access panel.
C. Clean and repair existing motors to remain or are to be reinstalled.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Install securely on firm foundation. Mount ball bearing motors in accordance with motor
manufacturer's requirements.
B. Install engraved plastic nameplates in accordance with Section 26 05 53.
C. Ground and bond motors in accordance with Section 26 05 26.
3.3 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Section [01 40 00 - Quality Requirements] [01 70 00 - Execution and Closeout
Requirements]: Field inspecting, testing, adjusting, and balancing.
B. Inspect and test in accordance with NETA ATS, except Section 4.
C. Perform inspections and tests listed in NETA ATS, Section 7.15.
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