Instruction Book

ALSTOM T&D INDIA LTD.

HOSUR - INDIA

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
FOR
CURRENT TRANSFORMERS
TYPE:- IT-400

ALSTOM T&D INDIA LIMITED.

No.46, SIPCOT INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX
ZUZUWADI VILLAGE,
HOSUR-635126
TAMIL NADU, INDIA

Tel. +91 4344 408000

Fax +91 4344 408251
www.alstom.com
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INDEX

1.

GENERAL .................................................................................................................... 3

2.

DESCRIPTION .............................................................................................................. 3

2.1.

Sealing system .......................................................................................................... 3

3.

PACKING & TRANSPORTATION ............................................................................... 5

4.

RECEIVING ................................................................................................................... 5

5.

UNLOADING ................................................................................................................. 6

6.

UNLOADING, INSPECTION & STORAGE ................................................................... 7

7.

INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................ 8

8.

EARTHING..................................................................................................................... 8

9.

MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................. 8

10. COMMISSIONING - TESTS .........................................................................................12

10.1

Tan delta/Capacitance measurement......................................................................................... 12

10.2

General guidelines on oil sampling ............................................................................................. 13

11. INSTRUCTIONS FOR MAKING 400KV CT VERTICAL ...............................................14

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1.0 GENERAL
The current transformers type IT-245 are outdoor, Single phase post type
with oil impregnated paper insulation and hermetically sealed enclosures.
In design, dimensions and performance, these transformers conform to
National and International standards.
2.0 DESCRIPTION
Annexure-1 shows the various parts of a Current Transformers type IT-400
The Primary winding (5) is of hairpin design with capacitance graded high voltage
insulation (6). Primary currents of more than one value are obtained by providing
either primary reconnection or secondary tappings as the case may be.
The core is made of high grade electrical steel through which the required number of
secondary turns are wound torroidally. This assembly (8) is located over one leg of
the hairpin primary. The active part is located inside steel housing called adaptor
cylinder (9) which is of welded sheet steel construction.
A High voltage porcelain insulator (7) serves as the external insulation.
The active part of the transformer is fixed rigidly to the base (10) which is of welded
steel construction. A weather proof sheet steel box (11) is provided for secondary
terminals.
A rating plates and a schematic plate are located outside and inside the bolted door
of the terminal box respectively.
The transformer head comprises of a collar (2) and a dome (1). The primary
terminals (3) are fitted on to the collar. One oil sight glass (4) is also provided in this
collar and one Nitrogen filling valve in the dome. The dome is of sheet steel
construction and is filled with Nitrogen gas which acts as a cushion for expansion and
contraction of oil.

2.1 SEALING SYSTEM

The transformer is hermetically sealed to eliminate moisture absorption and oil
contamination. The Nitrogen gas cushion provided inside the dome permits
expansion of oil due to heating and cooling over a temperature range of 100 Deg.C
to 0 Deg C (Mean oil temperature).

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3.0 PACKING & TRANSPORTATION

3.1 The Current Transformers are securely packed in wooden crates. The
Transformers
are
generally
transported
horizontally.
Necessary
reinforcements in packing are provided to protect the primary terminals and
the porcelain Insulator.
3.2 Each wooden crate is identified with the corresponding serial number of
the unit inside.
3.3 The relevant data such as the address of the consignees, the origin of
Shipment, chain & sling markings etc. are super scribed with indelible ink
on the crate.
4.0 RECEIVING
4.1 Check that the right Current Transformer has reached the destination
with regard of its voltage and other technical particulars. Ensure proper
linking of the consignee address and the current transformer ratings and the
number of the packing crate.
4.2 Look for transport damages before proceeding with any unloading
operation. Where doubt arises, approach insurance authority or insist on
open delivery from the transport carriers.
Refer 4.4 for guidance.
4.3 Notify the nearest ALSTOM Office as well as carriers in case of damages.
Refer 4.4 for Guidance.
4.4 Transportation Damages.
The packages are to be checked immediately. In case of damages visible from
outside, proceed as follows;
(a) Notify nearest ALSTOM Office immediately.
(b) Declare the carrier liable by indicating the extent of damages of the
receipt.
(c) Substantiating the carrier liability for the damage, send him a registered
letter (to avoid loss of right to recourse against the carrier)
(d) Mark to ALSTOM a copy of the registered letter sent to the transport
carrier.

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5.0 UNLOADING
5.1 Before unloading carefully observe the instructions marked on the
wooden crates. It is important to look for the handling points such as sling
/ chain Markings, supporting frames etc.,
5.2 Ensure that the top and bottom ends of the crates are in order.
5.3 It is important that all handling arrangements are of proper type. Ensure
Standard hoisting equipments such as cranes are made available.
5.4 Unload the crates one by one taking all precautions expected for fragile
Materials.
5.5 Crates shall be unloaded always on hard, dry, even surfaces.
5.6 It is always, advisable that the packing is opened soon after unloading
And the CT is made vertical as detailed in 6 below.

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CAUTION
Current Transformer porcelains are fragile and are susceptible to breakage.
Avoid jerks during handling. The crates should never be dropped.

6.0 UNLOADING, INSPECTION & STORAGE

6.1 Depending upon the type of handling equipment available opening of the
packing crate should be limited to the topside.
6.2 Special care must be exercised when unpacking the transformers.
Remove the crate only with a nail puller and never break open the parts of
the packing with a wrecking bar.
6.3 Carefully inspect all the gasketed flanges and ensure that there is no oil
Leakage.
6.4 Now open all sides of the packing case with care so that no damage is
done to the Current Transformer.
6.5 Lift the CT off the floor of the packing case and bring it to upright
position.
6.6 Store CT vertically on hard, dry even surfaces.
6.7 The Current Transformers are despatched with the secondaries short
Circuited. Store the Current Transformers taking care that the short
circuiting links at the terminals are not disturbed.
7.0 INSTALLATION
Cranes are necessary for handling which is the Current Transformers.
Before attempting to lift the equipment its weight indicated on the nameplate
should be noted in order that the lifting eye means will be of ample capacity.
Always lift the transformer using the four lifting eye provided. Care should
be taken to see that the slings do not touch the porcelain or make a loop
around the insulator under any circumstance, as any strain on these parts
may cause the porcelain crack or break. For this purpose four legged rope
slings with PVC sleeving of suitable length and cross section is
recommended. The sling should obviously have the adequate capacity to lift
the weight of the complete transformer.

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Before proceeding with the installation, check the schematic diagram and
the rating plate to ensure that the desired current transformer, with regard
to its service voltage and other rating is available for installation.
Before installation, the following minimum tests should be carried out on the
transformers.
A) Ensure that the CT has been stored in upright position.
B) Clean the complete CT with a dry cloth to remove all dirt,dust,moisture
etc.,
C) Check for any visual oil leaks.
D) Check each secondary for continuity.
E) Check for insulation resistance of secondary to earth using a 500 V
meggar and the value should not be less than 50 Mega Ohms.
F) Check for polarity.
Check to ensure that the top surface of the structure is horizontal and is in
one plane. Mount the transformer using shims. Hold it in the position using
fasteners.
8.0 EARTHING
Proper Earthing of the transformer is important and necessary earthing bolts
are provided for this purpose.
9.0 MAINTENANCE
9.1 The transformers are shipped completely assembled and filled with oil to
the proper level. The periodic inspection of proper oil level is made easy by a
built in oil sight glass located in the collar. Proper oil level is ascertained by
the appearance of the red colour of the oil, in the oil sight glass.
9.2 The transformers are hermetically sealed from the outer atmosphere and
ready
for
immediate
use
when
installed.
Due
to
hermetic
sealing,contamination and ageing of oil inside the transformer is not
expected for a long period of service and hence no special attention is
required in practice.

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CAUTION
The transformer is hermetically sealed. Do not drain / sample oil.
A special grade oil, intended for long service is used. If the oil level falls
down completely,then oil sight glass colour will change from red to white.
Please refer to ALSTOM for appropriate action.
Look for oil leakages on the surface of the porcelain. When oil leakages are
noticed de-energise the Current Transformer and withdraw it from service.

CAUTION
Never energise a leaking Current Transformer or when a deviation is noticed
during the checks carried out as stipulated in this manual. Intimate works
giving the following details for the next course of action.
1. Serial No.
2. Purchase Order No.
3. Location of C.T
4. Brief description of the deviation observed.
Works may depute, If necessary an authorised representative who will then
examine and do the needful depending on the specific deviations noticed,
either at the site or at works.

As we are constantly endeavouring to improve our design and

manufacture,we reserve the right to alter details without prior
notice.

FACTORY :
ALSTOM T&D INDIA LIMITED.
No.46, SIPCOT INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX
ZUZUWADI VILLAGE,
HOSUR-635126
TAMIL NADU, INDIA
Tel. +91 4344 408000
Fax +91 4344 408251
www.alstom.com
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ATTENTION!
CT should not be stored in Horizontal position for more than Six months
All spare CT should be in Vertical condition only with bottom firmly
bolted to the ground to hard & even surface.
Ensure High voltage primary terminal of the CT is connected with a wire
to the ground.
The transformer is shipped hermetically sealed and complete.
Clean the porcelain and inspect for any abnormalities. Be careful not to scratch the
porcelain while cleaning.
Clean all external terminals
Check for any stray wire or connections that would introduce a short-circuit into the
transformer.
Make sure that no secondary winding is open circuited.
Confirm all intended groundings.
Verify all connections are tight.
After all above checks has been made; the transformer is ready for service.

Never keep CTs with cable gland plate holes drilled / open condition
(Water / Moisture may enter through cable gland plate drilled with
holes resulting low Insulation resistance between core to core or core
to ground

Re-tight all hardwares on primary & secondary terminal after

one (1) month of operation. We recommend checking quality of
connections by Thermo vision scanning using thermo vision
camera

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10. COMMISSIONING Tests

Following tests are recommended as part of pre commissioning checks.
A)

Primary ratio tests inject primary current and measure secondary current across
each core/ winding. Ensure cables connected to the primary winding is not
grounded during this tests

B)

Resistance, Magnetizing current, Knee point voltage tests for class PS, Class X
cores / windings

C)

Insulation resistance test between cores, cores to ground and Primary to ground

D)

Continuity tests for cores/ secondary winding

E)

Tan delta & capacitance tests. Test results should be nearly / approximately
matching factory test results. Large variations between site & factory
measurements if found during tests should be notified to Alstom.

F)

Make sure that no secondary winding is open circuited.

G)

It is always advised that pre-commissioning tests to be done in less than 1

month before commissioning the C.T

Note: Never keep CT under operation /charge the CTs with oil leakage.
Leaking C.Ts potentially can fail any time.

10.1 Tangent Delta / Capacitance Measurement

A Bushing if provided or C -terminal can be used for measurement of Tan delta /
capacitance of the Current Transformer.
The Bushing or C-terminal is always grounded / earthed during operation. This is
done by means of an Earthing link which is connected between the Bushing and the
base plate.
When Tan delta / capacitance test is to be performed please disconnect the cable at
the end which is connected to the base plate. This end of the cable is to be connected
to the Tan delta/ Capacitance Bridge for measurement.
Attention: After the test is completed it is necessary to connect the cable back to the
base plate as shown in the figure below.

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10.2 General Guidelines on oil sampling

Following are the general guidelines for oil sampling

Oil sampling must be performed when ambient temperature > +5 deg C

As far as possible oil sample should not be taken during rainstorm, thunderstorm
and when humidity is very high > 90%

Ensure that the sampling valve area is thoroughly cleaned and should be free
from dust and other foreign particles

The tool used for sampling also has to be clean free from dust & other foreign
particles

The CT must be de energized for oil sampling. Sample should be taken minimum
6 hours after de - energization. This is required to prevent depressurisation effect
if oil is sampled just after switch off.

Valve provided in CT s is of non return type

Maximum 1 liter (per transformer) of oil is available for sampling. Do not drain
more oil than quantity stipulated above.

Recommended qty for oil sampling is approximately 50ml

The transformer requires no oil maintenance. Thus, oil sampling is recommended

only after CT is subjected to unusual faults resulting in high electrical or thermal
stress.

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11. INSTRUCTION FOR MAKING 400 kV C.T VERTICAL

PRECAUTIONS:
1. The packed CT should be opened only on a leveled and hard surface, preferably a
prepared surface.
2. One or more nylon ropes (manila ropes) of adequate capacity should be used.
3. While making the CT vertical, It should be seen that the CT always rests on the
wooden base.
4. Remove sling guides before energizing the current transformer.
INSTRUCTION:
1.Tie the slings over the CT and firmly hold it in place by tying a rope around the
slings at the top portion of the dome.
2. Place a wooden runner at the gap between the wooden base and ground at the
extreme end of wooden base just below the CT base ends, so that when the CT is
made vertical it rests both on the base and runner.
3. Tie a manila rope of adequate capability around the neck portion of the CT just
below the end casting and connect it to the hook of the crane.
4. Lift the CT and care should be taken that while lifting, the manila rope is always in a
vertical position with respect to the ground. This can be achieved by simultaneously
moving the crane boom in the direction in which the CT is being lifted.

5. When the CT is in the vertical position remove the manila rope from the crane
hook and lift the CT by placing the crane hook in the loop of the slings at the top
of the dome and shift the CT to the desired location.

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