Man Hours 3+
Special Instructions:
1. Schedule outages with operating personnel.
2. Review manufacturer's instructions.
3. De-energize, tag, and lockout circuit.
4. All tests shall conform to the appropriate ASTM test procedure and the values
used as standards shall conform to the manufacturer's and ANSI Standards
specifications.
Items to Check & Initial Completion:
1. ___ Tighten all connections to main bus.
2. ___ Inspect breakers and fuses connected to the main bus for
tightness.
3. ___ Inspect starter coils. Clean contacts, replace as required.
4. ___ Use vacuum or dry compressed air to remove dust or other
material which may cause shorts or arcing.
5. ___ Inspect all interlocks and controls. Clean and lightly
lubricate friction points. Remove excess lubricant. (Refer to
manufacturer's instructions.)
6. ___ If applicable, inspect contactor/switch arc chutes for cracks
or pitting. Repair and clean as needed.
7. ___ Test starter heaters for correct design amperage and size.
8. ___ Test main breaker or fuses to M.C.C. for correct voltage
drop, and amperage draw.
9. ___ Operate breakers to insure proper making.
10.___ Open the starter cover and place the starter in the "test" or "safe"
position. Energize the starter.
11.___ Look for arcing or improper contacting.
12.___ Visually check coils and contacts. Clean the contacts if needed.
13.___ Clean the starter interior with dry compressed air.
14.___ Tighten all connections. Make sure all electrical connections and
contacts are properly made between the control apparatus and the motor.
15.___ Carefully lubricate the friction points on the moving parts of the starter
and wipe off excess lubricant.
16.___ Remove tags and lock, return circuit to service.
17.___ Clean work area.
Tools & Materials:
1. Standard Tool kit.
Plus Insulated pliers and screwdrivers
Wire strippers
Wire crimpers
Voltmeter - Ohmmeter - Milliammeter
Clamp on meter(volt - ohm - amp meter)
Soldering kit
1/8" 25' fish tape
Burnishing tool
2. Cleaning and materials.
3. Lubricants.
4. Vacuum cleaner.
5. Contact burnishing tool.
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