IWPP Code V1.3 May2019 PDF

Independent Water and
Power Producers' Code
Version 1.3 May 2019
Regulatory & Supervisory Bureau – Dubai, UAE
PO Box 121555, Dubai, U.A.E

Independent Water and Power Producers' Code V1.3
Content
Chapter Title Page
Preface ii
IWPP Code Index iii
GC General Conditions 1
GC.1 Introduction ________________________________________________________________________ 1
GC.2 Objective __________________________________________________________________________ 1
GC.3 Scope of IWPP Code and General Conditions _____________________________________________ 1
GC.4 IWPP Code Review Panel ____________________________________________________________ 1
GC.5 IWPP Code Revisions ________________________________________________________________ 1
GC.6 Derogations________________________________________________________________________ 2
GC.6.1 Request for Derogation _______________________________________________________________ 2
GC.7 Unforeseen Circumstances ____________________________________________________________ 4
GC.8 Hierarchy__________________________________________________________________________ 4
GC.9 Illegality and Partial Invalidity __________________________________________________________ 4
GC.10 Time of Effectiveness ________________________________________________________________ 4
GC.11 Code Notices ______________________________________________________________________ 4
GC.12 Code Disputes _____________________________________________________________________ 5
GC.13 Code Confidentiality _________________________________________________________________ 6
GC.14 Interpretation _______________________________________________________________________ 6
GC.15 Cyber Security _____________________________________________________________________ 7
Appendix A. Constitution of the IWPP Code Review Panel____________________________________________ A-0
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Preface
This Code (the IWPP Code) has been established and approved by the Regulatory & Supervisory Bureau
for Water & Electricity (the RSB or Regulatory Authority) pursuant to Article 4(4) of Law Number 6 of 2011
Regulating the Participation of the Private Sector in Electricity and Water Production in the Emirate of
Dubai.
The IWPP Code applies to all Independent Power Producers and Independent Power and Water Producers
(Generators) that are connected to the Transmission System.
Terms and expressions used in the IWPP Code are defined either in the relevant section of the IWPP Code
entitled "Glossary and Abbreviations for IPP Code" or, in some cases, in individual Code sections.
The IWPP Code contains the following constituent parts:

 General Conditions;
 Electrical Connection Conditions Code;
 Metering and Data Exchange Code;
 Operational Planning Code
 Scheduling and Dispatch Code 1
 Scheduling and Dispatch Code 2
 Water Connections Conditions Code;
 Ancillary Services Code; and
 Abbreviations and Definitions
The IWPP Code shall not constitute a contract between any of the parties to it. The IWPP Code shall
contain an obligation for DEWA and the Generators to comply with the IWPP Code.
Nothing in this Code shall entitle any party to it or any other Person to any contractual or other general Law
right or remedy of whatsoever kind and howsoever arising in respect of this IWPP Code.
However, nothing in this IWPP Code (including this paragraph) shall affect any legal right or remedy that
may exist between any two parties to this IWPP Code under any such separate agreement.
Each party to this IWPP Code shall at all times deal with all other parties in good faith. All parties to the
IWPP Code shall at all times perform all of their obligations in accordance with Good Industry Practice.
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IWPP Code Index
The Electrical Connection Conditions code for the IWPP Code
ECC.1 Introduction ________________________________________________________________________ 8

ECC.2 Objective __________________________________________________________________________ 8
ECC.3 Scope ____________________________________________________________________________ 8
ECC.4 Procedure _________________________________________________________________________ 8
ECC.5 Connection and Initial Synchronisation ___________________________________________________ 8
ECC.5.1 Connection of Equipment _____________________________________________________________ 8
ECC.5.2 Initial Synchronisation ________________________________________________________________ 9
ECC.6 Technical, Design and Operational Criteria________________________________________________ 9
ECC.6.1 Transmission System Performance Characteristics _________________________________________ 9
ECC.6.1.1 Frequency Deviations ________________________________________________________________ 9
ECC.6.1.2 Voltage Variations ___________________________________________________________________ 9
ECC.6.1.3 Automatic Generation Control __________________________________________________________ 9
ECC.6.1.4 Automatic Voltage Regulation _________________________________________________________ 10
ECC.6.1.5 Voltage Waveform Quality ___________________________________________________________ 10
ECC.6.1.6 Harmonic Distortion ________________________________________________________________ 10
ECC.6.1.7 Phase Unbalance __________________________________________________________________ 10
ECC.6.1.8 Voltage Fluctuations ________________________________________________________________ 10
ECC.6.2 Plant and Apparatus Relating To Electrical Connection Site _________________________________ 10
ECC.6.2.1 General Requirements ______________________________________________________________ 10
ECC.6.2.2 Power Producer/DEWA Electrical Delivery Points _________________________________________ 11
ECC.6.3 Power Unit Requirements ____________________________________________________________ 12
ECC.6.3.1 Plant Performance Requirements ______________________________________________________ 12
ECC.6.3.2 Technical data for generator/transformer unit _____________________________________________ 12
ECC.6.3.3 Control Arrangements _______________________________________________________________ 13
ECC.6.3.4 Negative Phase Sequence Loadings ___________________________________________________ 14
ECC.6.3.5 Neutral Earthing ___________________________________________________________________ 14
ECC.6.3.6 Frequency Sensitive Relays __________________________________________________________ 15
ECC.6.4 Communications Equipment __________________________________________________________ 15
ECC.6.4.1 Control Telephony __________________________________________________________________ 15
ECC.6.4.2 Operational Metering _______________________________________________________________ 16
ECC.6.4.3 Facsimile Machines ________________________________________________________________ 16
ECC.6.4.4 Busbar Voltage ____________________________________________________________________ 16
ECC.6.5 System Monitoring _________________________________________________________________ 16
ECC.7 Electrical Connection Site Related Conditions ____________________________________________ 17
ECC.7.1 Responsibilities for Safety ____________________________________________________________ 17
ECC.7.2 Electrical Connection Site Schedules ___________________________________________________ 17
ECC.7.3 Operation and SF6 Gas Zone Diagrams _________________________________________________ 17
ECC.7.3.1 Operation Diagrams ________________________________________________________________ 17
ECC.7.3.2 SF6 Gas Zone Diagrams ____________________________________________________________ 18
ECC.7.3.3 Preparation of Operation and SF6 Gas Zone Diagrams _____________________________________ 18
ECC.7.3.4 Validity __________________________________________________________________________ 18
ECC.7.4 Electrical Connection Site Common Drawings ____________________________________________ 18
ECC.7.4.1 Preparation of Electrical Connection Site Common Drawings ________________________________ 18
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ECC.7.4.2 Validity __________________________________________________________________________ 19

ECC.7.5 Access __________________________________________________________________________ 19
ECC.7.6 Maintenance Standards _____________________________________________________________ 19
ECC.7.7 Site Operational Procedures __________________________________________________________ 19
Appendix A. Principles and Basic Procedure for Connection Site Schedules ______________________________ A-1
Appendix B. Symbols for Operation Diagrams _____________________________________________________ B-1
Appendix C. Apparatus to be Included on Operation Diagrams ________________________________________ C-1
Appendix D. SCADA Outstation Interfacing________________________________________________________ D-1
Metering and Data Exchange Code for the IWPP code
MDEC.1 Introduction _______________________________________________________________________ 20

MDEC.2 Objectives ________________________________________________________________________ 20
MDEC.3 Scope ___________________________________________________________________________ 20
MDEC.4 General __________________________________________________________________________ 20
MDEC.4.1 Meter and Metering System Ownership _________________________________________________ 21
MDEC.4.2 Metering System Purchase, Maintenance, and Calibration __________________________________ 21
MDEC.5 Electricity Metering Systems __________________________________________________________ 22
MDEC.5.1 General __________________________________________________________________________ 22
MDEC.5.2 Meter, CT and VT Requirements ______________________________________________________ 22
MDEC.5.2.1 Equipment Required ________________________________________________________________ 22
MDEC.5.2.2 Accuracy Requirements _____________________________________________________________ 24
MDEC.5.2.3 Meter Approval and Certification _______________________________________________________ 24
MDEC.5.2.4 Operation and Maintenance __________________________________________________________ 25
MDEC.5.3 Metering System Calibration and Testing ________________________________________________ 25
MDEC.5.3.1 Initial Calibration ___________________________________________________________________ 25
MDEC.5.3.2 Commissioning ____________________________________________________________________ 25
MDEC.5.3.3 Periodic Calibration and testing _______________________________________________________ 26
MDEC.5.4 Meter and Data Security and Registration _______________________________________________ 27
MDEC.5.4.1 Meter Access and Sealing ___________________________________________________________ 27
MDEC.5.4.2 Meter Records ____________________________________________________________________ 27
MDEC.5.4.3 Meter Registration__________________________________________________________________ 28
MDEC.6 Water Metering Systems _____________________________________________________________ 28
MDEC.6.1 General __________________________________________________________________________ 28
MDEC.6.2 Water Meter Requirements ___________________________________________________________ 29
MDEC.6.3 Water Metering System Calibration and Testing ___________________________________________ 29
MDEC.6.4 Water Meter and Data Security and Registration __________________________________________ 31
MDEC.6.4.1 Water Meter Access and Sealing ______________________________________________________ 31
MDEC.6.4.2 Water Meter Records _______________________________________________________________ 32
MDEC.6.4.3 Water Meter Registration ____________________________________________________________ 32
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MDEC.7 Gas Metering Systems ______________________________________________________________ 33

MDEC.7.1 General __________________________________________________________________________ 33
MDEC.7.2 Gas Metering System Requirements ___________________________________________________ 33
MDEC.7.3 Gas Analysis and Properties __________________________________________________________ 34
MDEC.7.4 Gas Metering System Calibration and Testing ____________________________________________ 35
MDEC.7.5 Gas Meter and Data Security and Registration ____________________________________________ 37
MDEC.7.5.1 Gas Metering System Access and Sealing _______________________________________________ 37
MDEC.7.5.2 Gas Meter Records _________________________________________________________________ 37
MDEC.7.5.3 Gas Meter Registration ______________________________________________________________ 38
MDEC.8 Back-up Fuel Metering Systems _______________________________________________________ 38
MDEC.8.1 General __________________________________________________________________________ 38
MDEC.8.2 Back-up Fuel Metering System Requirements ____________________________________________ 39
MDEC.8.3 Back-up Fuel Metering System Calibration and Testing _____________________________________ 40
MDEC.8.4 Back-up Fuel Metering System and Data Security and Registration ____________________________ 41
MDEC.8.4.1 Back-up Fuel Meter Access and Sealing ________________________________________________ 41
MDEC.8.4.2 Back-up Fuel Meter Records _________________________________________________________ 42
MDEC.8.4.3 Back-up fuel Meter Registration _______________________________________________________ 42
MDEC.8.5 Back-up Fuel Metering Tank Dipping Process ____________________________________________ 43
MDEC.9 Data Exchange ____________________________________________________________________ 43
MDEC.9.1 General __________________________________________________________________________ 43
MDEC.9.2 Data Requirements and Flows ________________________________________________________ 44
MDEC.9.3 Metering Data Validation and Quality checks _____________________________________________ 45
MDEC.9.4 Metering Data Communications System _________________________________________________ 45
MDEC.9.4.1 Local Outstations __________________________________________________________________ 45
MDEC.9.4.2 Remote Instations __________________________________________________________________ 46
MDEC.9.4.3 Communications ___________________________________________________________________ 46
MDEC.9.5 Data Display and Storage ____________________________________________________________ 47
MDEC.9.5.1 Registers _________________________________________________________________________ 47
MDEC.9.5.2 Storage __________________________________________________________________________ 47
Appendix A. Accuracy of Electricity Metering System ________________________________________________ A-1
Appendix B. Labelling of Meters ________________________________________________________________ B-1
Appendix C. Commissioning Tests ______________________________________________________________ C-1
Appendix D. Meter Registration Data ____________________________________________________________ D-1
Appendix E. Data Requirements ________________________________________________________________ E-1
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Operational Planning Code for the IWPP Code
OC.1 Introduction _______________________________________________________________________ 49

OC.2 Objective _________________________________________________________________________ 49
OC.3 Scope ___________________________________________________________________________ 49
OC.4 Procedures _______________________________________________________________________ 49
OC.5 Planning of Power Outages __________________________________________________________ 49
OC.5.1 Planning for the following Operational Year ______________________________________________ 50
OC.5.1.1 By the end of March ________________________________________________________________ 50
OC.5.1.2 By the end of August ________________________________________________________________ 50
OC.5.2 Flexible Outage Movements __________________________________________________________ 51
OC.5.3 Amendments to Planned Outages _____________________________________________________ 51
OC.5.4 Power Unit Substitution ______________________________________________________________ 51
OC.5.5 Short Notice Outages _______________________________________________________________ 52
OC.5.6 Forced Outages ___________________________________________________________________ 53
OC.5.7 Release of Power Units _____________________________________________________________ 53
OC.5.8 Return to Service and Overruns _______________________________________________________ 53
OC.6 Data Requirements _________________________________________________________________ 54
Appendix A. Format for Submission of Proposed Station Outage Schedules from Generators ________________ A-1
Appendix B. Operating Parameters ______________________________________________________________ B-1
Appendix C. Typical Generator Performance Chart _________________________________________________ C-1
Scheduling and Dispatch Code SDC1 for the Scheduling of Power Units and Desalination Units for
the IWPP Code
SDC1.1 Introduction _______________________________________________________________________ 56

SDC1.2 Objective _________________________________________________________________________ 56
SDC1.3 Scope ___________________________________________________________________________ 56
SDC1.4 Procedures _______________________________________________________________________ 56
SDC1.4.1 Data Provided to DEWA by the Generators ______________________________________________ 56
SDC1.4.2 Compilation of the Generation Schedule and Desalination Schedule ___________________________ 57
Appendix A. Timescale Diagram For Main Actions From Scheduling & Dispatch Code 1 ____________________ A-1
Appendix B. Daily Status Form _________________________________________________________________ B-1
Scheduling and Dispatch Code SDC2 for the Generation and Desalination Dispatch for the IWPP
Code
SDC2.1 Introduction _______________________________________________________________________ 59

SDC2.2 Objective _________________________________________________________________________ 59
SDC2.3 Scope ___________________________________________________________________________ 59
SDC2.4 Procedures _______________________________________________________________________ 59
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SDC2.4.1 Data ____________________________________________________________________________ 59

SDC2.4.2 Dispatch Instructions to Generators ____________________________________________________ 59
SDC2.4.3 Generation Synchronising and Desynchronising Times _____________________________________ 60
SDC2.4.4 Additional Instructions to Power Units ___________________________________________________ 60
SDC2.5 Action required from the Generator _____________________________________________________ 62
SDC2.6 Synchronisation/Desynchronisation ____________________________________________________ 62
SDC2.7 Instructions Following Parameter Changes ______________________________________________ 62
SDC2.8 Request for Operation Under Risk _____________________________________________________ 62
Appendix A. Dispatch Instructions _______________________________________________________________ A-1
The Water Connection Conditions code for the IWPP Code
WCC.1 Introduction _______________________________________________________________________ 63

WCC.2 Objective _________________________________________________________________________ 63
WCC.3 Scope ___________________________________________________________________________ 63
WCC.4 Procedure ________________________________________________________________________ 63
WCC.5 Connection _______________________________________________________________________ 63
WCC.6 Technical, Design and Operational Criteria_______________________________________________ 64
WCC.6.1 General Requirements ______________________________________________________________ 64
WCC.6.2 Water Delivery Requirements _________________________________________________________ 64
WCC.6.3 Dispatch Inaccuracies _______________________________________________________________ 64
WCC.6.4 Communications Equipment __________________________________________________________ 64
WCC.6.4.1 Control Telephony __________________________________________________________________ 64
WCC.6.4.2 Operational Metering _______________________________________________________________ 65
WCC.6.4.3 Facsimile Machines ________________________________________________________________ 65
WCC.6.5 System Monitoring _________________________________________________________________ 65
WCC.7 Site Related Conditions _____________________________________________________________ 65
WCC.7.1 Responsibilities for Safety ____________________________________________________________ 65
WCC.7.2 Water Connection Site Schedules _____________________________________________________ 66
WCC.7.3 Water Connection Site Common Drawings _______________________________________________ 66
WCC.7.3.1 Preparation of Water Connection Site Common Drawings ___________________________________ 66
WCC.7.3.2 Generator Changes to Water Connection Site Common Drawings ____________________________ 66
WCC.7.3.3 Validity __________________________________________________________________________ 66
WCC.7.4 Access __________________________________________________________________________ 67
WCC.7.5 Maintenance Standards _____________________________________________________________ 67
WCC.7.6 Water Connection Site Operational Procedures ___________________________________________ 67
Appendix A. Principles and Basic Procedure for Preparation of Water Connection Site Schedules _____________ A-1
Ancillary Services Code for the IWPP Code
ASC.1 Introduction _______________________________________________________________________ 68

ASC.2 Objectives ________________________________________________________________________ 68
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ASC.3 Scope ___________________________________________________________________________ 68

ASC.4 Requirement for Ancillary Services _____________________________________________________ 68
ASC.4.1 Regulation of System Frequency ______________________________________________________ 68
ASC.4.2 Reactive Power and Voltage Control ___________________________________________________ 69
ASC.4.3 Transmission System Restoration _____________________________________________________ 69
ASC.5 Ancillary Services provided by Generators _______________________________________________ 69
Abbreviations and Definitions for the IWPP Code _________________________________________ 71
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GC General Conditions
GC.1 Introduction
While each individual section of the IWPP Code contains the rules and provisions relating specifically to
that section of the IWPP Code, there are provisions of a more general application, which need to be
included in the IWPP Code to allow the various sections of the IWPP Code to work together. Such
provisions are included in these General Conditions.
GC.2 Objective
The objectives of the General Conditions are as follows;

 to ensure, insofar as it is possible, that the various sections of the IWPP Code work together for the
benefit of DEWA and all Generators; and
 to provide a set of principles governing the status and development of the IWPP Code and related
issues as approved by the Regulatory Authority.
GC.3 Scope of IWPP Code and General Conditions
The General Conditions apply to DEWA and to all Generators.
GC.4 IWPP Code Review Panel
DEWA shall establish and maintain the IWPP Code Review Panel which shall be a standing body
constituted to:
 generally review, discuss and develop the IWPP Code and its implementation;
 review and discuss suggestions for amendments to the IWPP Code which DEWA, the Regulatory
Authority, or any Generator may wish to submit to DEWA for consideration by the IWPP Code Review
Panel from time to time;
 discuss what changes are necessary to the IWPP Code arising out of any unforeseen circumstances
referred to it by DEWA;
 publish recommendations and ensure that Generators consultation upon such recommendations has
occurred through IWPP Code Review Panel members; and
 issue guidance in relation to the IWPP Code and its implementation, performance and interpretation
when asked to by a Generator.
The IWPP Code Review Panel shall be governed by a constitution, (see Appendix A) which defines its
scope, membership, duties, and rules of conduct, operation and further development of the IWPP Code as
approved by the Regulatory Authority.
The IWPP Code Review Panel shall consist of:

 a Chairman and up to 2 members appointed by DEWA;
 a Person appointed by the Regulatory Authority; and
 up to 2 Persons representing Generators, with no more than 1 Person from an individual Generator.
GC.5 IWPP Code Revisions
All revisions to the IWPP Code must be reviewed by the IWPP Code Review Panel prior to application to
the Regulatory Authority by the Chairman. All proposed revisions from Generators, the Regulatory
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Authority or DEWA should be brought before the IWPP Code Review Panel by the Chairman for
consideration. The Chairman will advise the IWPP Code Review Panel, all Generators, and the Regulatory
Authority of all proposed revisions to the IWPP Code with notice of no less than 28 days in advance of the
next scheduled meeting of the IWPP Code Review Panel.
Following review of a proposed revision by the IWPP Code Review Panel, the Chairman will apply to the
Regulatory Authority for revision of the IWPP Code based on the IWPP Code Review Panel
recommendation. The Chairman, in applying to the Regulatory Authority, shall also notify each Generator
of the proposed revision and other views expressed by the IWPP Code Review Panel and Generators so
that each Generator may consider making representations directly to the Regulatory Authority regarding
the proposed revision.
The Regulatory Authority shall consider the proposed revision, other views, and any further representations
and shall determine whether the proposed revision should be made and, if so, whether in the form
proposed or in an amended form.
Having been so directed by the Regulatory Authority that the revision shall be made, the Chairman shall
notify each Generator of the revision at least 10 Business Days prior to the revision taking effect, and the
revision shall take effect (and this IWPP Code shall be deemed to be amended accordingly) from (and
including) the date specified in such notification or other such date as directed by the Regulatory Authority.
GC.6 Derogations
If a Generator finds that it is, or will be, unable to comply with any provision of the IWPP Code, then it shall,
without delay, report such non-compliance to DEWA and the Regulatory Authority and shall make such
reasonable efforts as are required to remedy such non-compliance as soon as reasonably practicable.
Non-compliance may result;
 with reference to plant and Apparatus connected to the Transmission System and is caused solely or
mainly as a result of a revision to the IWPP Code; and
 with reference to plant and Apparatus which is connected, approved to connect or for which approval to
connect to the Transmission System is being sought;
When a Generator believes either that it would be unreasonable (including cost and technical
considerations) to require it to remedy such non-compliance or that it should be granted an extended
period to remedy such non-compliance, it shall promptly submit to the Regulatory Authority a request for
derogation from such provision and shall provide DEWA with a copy of such application.
If DEWA finds that it is, or will be, unable to comply with any provision of the IWPP Code at any time, then
it shall make such reasonable efforts as are required to remedy such non-compliance as soon as
reasonably practicable.
In the case where DEWA requests derogation, DEWA shall submit the information set out in this paragraph
GC.6.1 to the Regulatory Authority.
GC.6.1 Request for Derogation
A request for derogation from any provision of the IWPP Code shall contain:
a. the issue number and the date of the IWPP Code provision against which the non-compliance or
predicted non-compliance was identified;
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b. identification of the plant and/or Apparatus in respect of which a derogation is sought and, if relevant,
the nature and extent to which the non-compliance exists;
c. identification of the provision with which the Generator is, or will be, unable to comply;
d. the reason for the non-compliance; and
e. the date by which compliance will be achieved (if remedy of the non-compliance is possible).
On receipt of any request for derogation, the Regulatory Authority shall promptly consider such a request.
Provided that the Regulatory Authority considers that the grounds for the derogation are reasonable, the
Regulatory Authority shall grant such derogation unless the derogation would, or is likely to;
 have a material adverse impact on the security and/or stability of the Transmission System, or
 impose unreasonable costs on the operation of the Transmission System or on other Generators.
In its consideration of a derogation request by a Generator, the Regulatory Authority may contact the
relevant Generator and/or DEWA to obtain clarification of the request or to discuss changes to the request.
Derogations from any provision of the IWPP Code shall contain:

a. the issue number and the date of the IWPP Code provision against which the derogation applies;
b. identification of the plant and/or Apparatus in respect of which a derogation applies and, if relevant,
the nature and extent to which the derogation applies including alternate compliance provisions;
c. identification of the provision with which the derogation applies;
d. the reason for the non-compliance requiring derogation; and
e. the date by which the derogation ends if compliance will be achieved, or by which such derogation
expires.
To the extent of any derogation granted in accordance with this paragraph GC.6.1, DEWA and/or the
Generator (as the case may be) shall be relieved from its obligation to comply with the applicable provision
of the IWPP Code and shall not be liable for failure to so comply but shall comply with any alternate
provisions as set forth in the derogation.
DEWA shall:
a. keep a register of all derogations which have been granted, identifying the name of the Person and
Generator in respect of whom the derogation has been granted, the relevant provision of the IWPP
Code and the period of the derogation; and
b. on request from any Generator, provide a copy of such register of derogations to such Generator.
Where a material change in circumstance has occurred a review of any existing derogations, and any
derogations under consideration, may be initiated by the Regulatory Authority at the request of the
Regulatory Authority, DEWA or Generators.
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GC.7 Unforeseen Circumstances
If circumstances arise which the provisions of the IWPP Code have not foreseen, DEWA shall to the extent
reasonably practicable in the circumstances, consult all affected Generators in an effort to reach agreement
as to what should be done and submit a proposal to the IWPP Code Review Panel for consideration.
Thereafter, DEWA shall refer the matter relating to the unforeseen circumstances and any such
determinations to the IWPP Code Review Panel with a proposal for consideration.
GC.8 Hierarchy
In the event of any irreconcilable conflict between the provisions of the IWPP Code and any PPA or PWPA
between DEWA and a Generator, then the IWPP Code shall prevail.
GC.9 Illegality and Partial Invalidity
If any provision of the IWPP Code should be found to be unlawful or wholly or partially invalid for any
reason, the validity of all remaining provisions of the IWPP Code shall not be affected.
If part of a provision of the IWPP Code is found to be unlawful or invalid but the rest of such provision
would remain valid if part of the wording were deleted, the provision shall apply with such minimum
modification as may be:
a. necessary to make it valid and effective; and
b. most closely achieves the result of the original wording.
but without affecting the meaning or validity of any other provision of the IWPP Code. DEWA shall prepare
a proposal to correct the default for consideration by the IWPP Code Review Panel.
GC.10 Time of Effectiveness
This IWPP Code comes into effect following its approval by the Regulatory Authority.
GC.11 Code Notices
Any notice to be given under the IWPP Code shall be in writing and shall be duly given if signed by or on
behalf of an entity duly authorised to do so by the party giving the notice and delivered by hand at, or sent
by post, or facsimile transmission or e-mail to the relevant address, facsimile number or e-mail address last
established pursuant to these General Conditions.
DEWA shall maintain a list of contact details for itself and all Generators containing the telephone,
facsimile, e-mail and postal addresses for all Generators. DEWA shall provide these details to any
Generator in respect of any other Generator as soon as practicable after receiving a request.
Both DEWA and all Generators shall be entitled to amend in any respect their contact details previously
supplied and DEWA shall keep the list up to date accordingly.
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Any notice required to be given by this IWPP Code shall be deemed to have been given or received:
 if sent by hand, at the time of delivery;
 if sent by post, from and to any address within Dubai, 4 days after posting unless otherwise proven; and
 if sent by facsimile, subject to confirmation of uninterrupted transmission report, or by e-mail, one hour
after being sent, provided that any transmission sent after 14:00 hrs on any day shall be deemed to
have been received at 8:00 hrs on the following Business Day unless the contrary is shown to be the
case.
GC.12 Code Disputes
If any dispute arises between DEWA and any Generator or between Generators in relation to this IWPP
Code, either party may by notice to the other require to seek to resolve the dispute by negotiation in good
faith.
If the parties fail to resolve any dispute by such negotiations within 14 days of the giving of a notice under
the previous paragraph then:
a. either party shall be entitled by written notice to the other to require the dispute to be referred to a
meeting of members of the boards of directors of the parties or, if no such directors are present in
Dubai, the most senior executive of each party present in Dubai;
b. if either party exercises its right under the sub-clause 12(a), each party shall procure that the
relevant senior executives consider the matter in dispute and meet with senior executives of the
other party within 14 days of receipt of the written notice of referral to attempt to reach agreement on
the matter in question; and
c. if the parties fail to resolve any dispute which has been referred to directors/senior executives under
the sub-clause 12(a), either party may refer the matter to the Regulatory Authority for determination
as the Regulatory Authority sees fit. All parties shall be bound by any decision of the Regulatory
Authority. If it sees fit the Regulatory Authority may:
i. determine the dispute itself; and
ii. refer the dispute for determination by arbitration.
If the dispute is referred by the Regulatory Authority to arbitration, the Regulatory Authority shall serve a
written notice on the parties to the dispute to that effect and the rules of arbitration of the Dubai
International Arbitration Centre (the "DIAC Rules") shall govern such arbitration save to the extent that the
same are inconsistent with the express provisions of the IWPP Code.
Any arbitration conducted in accordance with the preceding paragraph shall be conducted:
a. in Dubai;
b. in English; and
c. by a panel comprising an odd number of arbitrators provided that (i) there shall be not fewer than
three arbitrators (ii) each of the parties to the dispute shall appoint an arbitrator and (iii) the
Regulatory Authority shall appoint one arbitrator if there is an even number of parties to the dispute
(in which case, the Regulatory Authority's appointee shall act as Chairman of the panel) or two
arbitrators if there is an uneven number of parties to the dispute are (in which case the Regulatory
Authority shall nominate one of its appointees to act as Chairman of the panel).
Where the IWPP Code provides that any dispute or difference of the parties in relation to a particular matter
should be referred to an Expert for resolution, such difference or dispute may not be referred to arbitration
unless and until such expert determination has been sought and obtained.
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The Regulatory Authority shall have the right to require that all disputes which are referred to it in
accordance with paragraph GC.12(c) above and are related, whether between the same parties or not,
shall be consolidated and determined together either by the Regulatory Authority or by any arbitrator to
which the Regulatory Authority has referred any dispute.
Any arbitral award shall be final and binding on the parties.
GC.13 Code Confidentiality
Several parts of the Code specify the extent of confidentiality which applies to data supplied by Generators
to DEWA. Unless otherwise specifically stated in the Code, DEWA shall be at liberty to share all data with
Generators likely to be affected by the matters concerned. In all cases, DEWA is at liberty to share the
data with the Regulatory Authority.
GC.14 Interpretation
In this IWPP Code, unless the context otherwise requires:

 references to "this IWPP Code" or "the IWPP Code" are reference to the whole of the IWPP Code,
including any schedules or other documents attached to any part of the IWPP Code;
 the singular includes the plural and vice versa;
 any one gender includes the others;
 references to Code sections, paragraphs, clauses or schedules are to Code sections, paragraphs,
clauses or schedules of this IWPP Code;
 code, paragraph and schedule headings are for convenience of reference only and do not form part of
and shall neither affect nor be used in the construction of this IWPP Code;
 reference to any law, regulation made under any law, standard, secondary legislation, contract,
agreement or other legal document shall be to that item as amended, modified or replaced from time to
time. In particular, any reference to any Licence shall be to that Licence as amended, modified or
replaced from time to time and to any rule, document, decision or arrangement promulgated or
established under that Licence;
 references to the consent or approval of the Regulatory Authority shall be references to the approval or
consent of the Regulatory Authority in writing, which may be given subject to such conditions as may be
determined by the Regulatory Authority, as that consent or approval may be amended, modified,
supplemented or replaced from time to time and to any proper order, instruction or requirement or
decision of the Regulatory Authority given, made or issued under it;
 all references to specific dates or periods of time shall be calculated according to the Gregorian
Calendar and all references to specific dates shall be to the day commencing on such date at 00:00
hours;
 where a word or expression is defined in this IWPP Code, cognate words and expressions shall be
construed accordingly;
 references to "Person" or "Persons" include individuals, firms, companies, government agencies,
committees, departments, Ministries and other incorporate and unincorporated bodies as well as to
individuals with a separate legal personality or not; and
 the words "include", "including" and "in particular" shall be construed as being by way of illustration or
emphasis and shall not limit or prejudice the generality of any foregoing words.
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GC.15 Cyber Security

Generators are required to comply with those Cyber Security requirements applicable by law, decree,
directive or any other requirements set by:
a. The Information Security Regulations (ISR) of Dubai Electronic Security Center
b. The UAE National Electronic Security Authority (NESA) Regulations
c. Any other competent authority or body
and with any other requirements set out by DEWA in PPA or PWPA and/or written communications to
Generators. Generators are required to make available to DEWA all data and access to information
systems as required to enable monitoring, investigation and verification of compliance with these
requirements.
For any changes in DEWA Cyber Security requirements, Generators are required to ensure compliance
with such new requirements within the deadline set by DEWA, which will be, in general, no less than 6
months. In the event of any Cyber Security Incident where faster action is needed, DEWA may require
Generators to implement or apply security measures in a shorter time period.
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Appendix A. Constitution of the IWPP

Code Review Panel
1. Definitions and Interpretation
1.1 The following words and expressions shall have the following meanings in this Constitution:-
"Chairman" means the Person appointed by DEWA under Clause 6 of this Constitution to act as the
chairperson of the Panel.
"Constitution" means the constitution and rules of the Panel as set out herein and as may be amended
from time to time with the approval of the Regulatory Authority.
"IWPP Code" means the code regulating the Generators connected to the Transmission System.
"Member" means a Person appointed to act as a representative of the Persons or groups referred to in
Clause 3 on the Panel.
"Panel" means the IWPP Code Review Panel established by DEWA in accordance with the IWPP Code
(section GC.4) and governed by this Constitution.
"Secretary" means the Person appointed by DEWA pursuant to Clause 7 and named as such.
"DEWA" means the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority.
1.2 Except as otherwise provided herein and unless the context otherwise admits, words and expressions
used herein shall have the meanings given to them in the IWPP Code.
1.3 Words importing the singular only also include the plural and vice versa where the context requires.
Words importing the masculine only also include the feminine.
1.4 Headings and titles shall not be taken into consideration in the interpretation or construction of the
words and expressions used herein.
1.5 Unless otherwise stated, any reference to a Clause is a reference to a Clause of this Constitution.
2. Principal objects
2.1 The Panel has been established by DEWA to further the objectives set out below and such other
objectives as the Regulatory Authority may stipulate from time to time:
a. to generally review, discuss and develop the IWPP Code and its implementation;
b. to review and discuss suggestions for amendments to the IWPP Code which DEWA, the Regulatory
Authority or any Generator may wish to submit to DEWA for consideration from time to time;
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c. to discuss what changes are necessary to the IWPP Code arising out of any unforeseen
circumstances referred to it by DEWA;
d. to publish recommendations and ensure that Generator consultation upon such recommendations
has occurred through Members; and
e. issue guidance in relation to the IWPP Code and its implementation, performance and interpretation
when asked to by a Generator.
3. Membership and Appointment
3.1 The Panel shall comprise:

a. the Chairman and up to 2 Persons appointed by DEWA;
b. a person appointed by the Regulatory Authority; and
c. up to 2 Persons representing Generators, with no more than 1 Person from an individual Generator.
3.2 Each Person appointed as specified at Clause 3.1 shall be a Member of the Panel. If at any time
any of the Persons or groups identified at Clauses 3.1 are unable to agree on a representative to act as
their Member, the Chairman shall contact (insofar as he is reasonably able) the Person(s) or group(s)
unable to agree and seek to encourage appointment or, as appropriate, unanimous agreement between
relevant Persons as to their prospective Member. If no such agreement is reached at least 21 Business
Days prior to the next meeting of the Panel (or the first meeting of the Panel, as the case may be) the
Chairman shall request the Regulatory Authority to make such appointment and the Regulatory Authority
shall have the right, until the relevant Person or group of Persons has decided upon an appointment and
notified the Regulatory Authority and the Chairman accordingly, to appoint a Member or Members on
behalf of that Person or group of Persons, and to remove (if appropriate) any Person so appointed by it.
3.3 No Person other than an individual shall be appointed a Member or his alternate.
3.4 After the Panel has been established for one year, each Member shall retire automatically at the
beginning of the meeting of the Panel held on the first Business Day in the month of February each year (or
if no meeting is held on such day, at the meeting which is held on the date falling closest after that day) but
shall be eligible for re-appoint.
3.5 Each Person or group of Persons entitled to appoint a Member (or a Person within such group of
Persons) may, by notice in writing to the Chairman, indicate its wish to re-appoint the retiring Member or to
appoint a new Person as a Member in his place.
3.6 Such notifications for re-appointment or appointment must be delivered to the Chairman at least 21
Business Days in advance of the relevant meeting of the Panel by the relevant Person(s) or group(s)
entitled to appoint a Member. A notification for re-appointment in respect of an existing Member shall be
deemed to be given if no notification is delivered to the Chairman at least 21 Business Days in advance of
the relevant meeting of the Panel.
3.7 If only one notification is received for the re-appointment of a Member or appointment of a new
Person as a Member (or if all notifications received are unanimous), the Person named in the
notifications(s) will become the Member with effect from the beginning of the relevant meeting of the Panel.
If the notifications are not unanimous, the provisions of Clause 3.2(a) shall govern the appointment of the
Member.
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3.8 These provisions shall apply equally to Persons or groups of Persons entitled to appoint more than
one Member, with any necessary changes to reflect that more than one Member is involved.
4. Alternates
4.1 Each Member (and the Chairman) shall have the power to appoint any individual to act as his
alternate and remove (at his discretion) any alternate Member or Chairman (as the case may be) so
appointed. Any appointment or removal of an alternate Member or Chairman shall be effected by notice in
writing executed by the appointor and delivered to the Secretary or tendered at a meeting of the Panel.
4.2 If his appointor so requests, an alternate Member or Chairman (as the case may be) shall be
entitled to receive notice of all meetings of the Panel or of sub-committees or working groups of which his
appointor is a member. He shall also be entitled to attend and vote as a Member or Chairman (as the case
may be) at any such meeting at which the Member or Chairman (as the case may be) appointing him is not
personally present and at any such meeting to exercise and discharge all the functions, powers and duties
of his appointor as a Member or Chairman (as the case may be) and for the purpose of the proceedings at
the meeting the provisions of this Constitution shall apply as if he were a Member or Chairman (as the case
may be).
4.3 Every Person acting as an alternate Member or Chairman (as the case may be) shall have one
vote for each Member or Chairman (as the case may be) for whom he acts as alternate, in addition to his
own vote if he is also a Member or Chairman (as the case may be). Execution by an alternate Member or
Chairman (as the case may be) of any resolution in writing of the Panel shall, unless the notice of his
appointment provides to the contrary, be as effective as execution by his appointor.
4.4 An alternate Member or Chairman (as the case may be) shall cease to be an alternate Member or
Chairman (as the case may be) if his appointor ceases for any reason to be a Member or Chairman (as the
case may be).
4.5 References in this Constitution to a Member or Chairman (as the case may be) shall, unless the
context otherwise requires, include his duly appointed alternate.
5. Representation and voting
5.1 The Chairman and each other Member shall be entitled to attend and be heard at every meeting of
the Panel. One adviser (or such greater number as the Chairman shall permit) shall be entitled to attend
any meeting of the Panel with each Member and shall be entitled to speak at any meeting but shall not be
entitled to vote on any issue.
5.2 Each Member (including the Chairman) shall be entitled to cast one vote. In the event of an
equality of votes, the Chairman shall have a second or casting vote.
6. The Chairman
6.1 Upon retirement or removal by DEWA of the first and each successive Chairman, DEWA shall
appoint a Person to act as Chairman.
6.2 DEWA may at any time remove the Chairman from office.
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6.3 The Chairman shall preside at every meeting of the Panel at which he is present. If the Chairman is
unable to be present at a meeting, he may appoint an alternate pursuant to Clause 4.1 to act as Chairman.
If neither the Chairman nor any other Person appointed to act as Chairman is present within half an hour
after the time appointed for holding the meeting, the Members present appointed by DEWA, may appoint
one of their number to be Chairman of the meeting.
6.4 The Chairman, or the Person appointed to act as Chairman by the Chairman shall be entitled to
cast one vote. Where a Member is acting in the capacity of both Member and Chairman, he shall be
entitled to cast one vote as Chairman, in addition to his one vote as Member.
7. The Secretary
7.1 DEWA shall have power to appoint and dismiss a Secretary and such other staff for the Panel as it
may deem necessary. The Secretary may, but need not be, a Member, but shall not be a Member by virtue
only of being Secretary. The Secretary shall have the right to speak at, but, unless a Member, no right to
cast a vote at any meeting.
7.2 The Secretary's duties shall be to attend to the day to day operation of the Panel and, in particular,
to:
i. attend to the requisition of meetings and to serve all requisite notices;
ii. maintain a register of names and addresses of Members and the Chairman and such alternates
as may be appointed from time to time;
iii. maintain a register of names and addresses of Persons in each of the groups of Persons
described in sub-clauses 3.1(a) to (c); and
iv. keep minutes of all meetings.
7.3 The Secretary shall make available the registers of names and addresses referred to in sub-
clauses 7.2(ii) and (iii) above, for inspection by any Generator and/or the Regulatory Authority. The
Secretary shall provide any Generator and/or the Regulatory Authority with a copy of the said registers
within three Business Days of being requested to do so.
7.4 If the office of a Member is vacated the Secretary shall notify (insofar as he is reasonably able) the
group or Person whom the Member represented and they shall appoint a new Member as provided in
Clause 3.
8. Meetings
8.1 Subject always to the direction of DEWA and the Regulatory Authority, the Panel meetings shall
operate as follows:
a. the Panel shall meet on the first Business Day in the months of May and November and as
necessary for the transaction of business whenever convened by the Chairman at such places and
at such times as may be determined by the Regulatory Authority, and in any event shall meet not
less than twice each year.
b. notwithstanding the right of the Chairman to call a meeting of the Panel whenever appropriate, the
Chairman shall call a meeting when notified in writing to do so by the majority of Members;
c. unless agreed by all Members, not less than 14 Business Days prior written notice shall be given to
all Members of all meetings of the Panel;
d. the quorum of Members required for the Panel meetings shall not be less than 4 of the Members;
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e. if within one hour of the time appointed for a meeting of the Panel a quorum is not present, the
meeting shall stand adjourned for at least 2 Business Days. The re-adjourned meeting shall be
deemed quorate and its proceedings valid notwithstanding there being fewer than four Members
present;
f. subject to sub-paragraphs (d) and (e) above the following circumstances shall not (of themselves)
invalidate proceedings of the Panel:
i. vacancies amongst the Panel;
ii. any defects in the appointment of Members; or
iii. the accidental omission to give notice of a Meeting to, or the non-receipt of notice of a meeting by
a Person entitled to receive notice.
9. IWPP Code Revisions
9.1 All proposed revisions to the IWPP Code must be reviewed by the Panel prior to their
implementation. All proposed revisions from Generators, the Regulatory Authority or DEWA should be
brought before the Panel by the Chairman for consideration. The Chairman will advise the Panel, [all]
Generators, and the Regulatory Authority of all proposed revisions to the IWPP Code with notice of no less
than 20 Business Days in advance of the next scheduled meeting of the Panel.
9.2 Following review of a proposed revision by the Panel, the Chairman will, if appropriate, apply to the
Regulatory Authority for revision of the IWPP Code based on the Panel recommendation. The Chairman,
in applying to the Regulatory Authority, shall also notify each Generator of the proposed revision and other
views expressed by the Panel and Generators so that each Generator may consider making
representations directly to the Regulatory Authority regarding the proposed revision.
9.3 The Regulatory Authority shall consider the proposed revision, other views, and any further
representations and shall determine whether the proposed revision should be made and, if so, whether in
the form proposed or in an amended form.
9.4 If the Panel is directed by the Regulatory Authority that the revision shall be made, the Chairman
shall notify each Generator of the revision at least 10 Business Days prior to the revision taking effect, and
the revision shall take effect (and the IWPP Code shall be deemed to be amended accordingly) from (and
including) the date specified in such notification or other such date as directed by the Regulatory Authority.
10. Resolutions
10.1 A resolution of the Panel shall be passed by a simple majority of votes cast.
10.2 A resolution in writing signed by all Members shall be as valid and effective as if it had been
passed at a meeting of the Panel duly convened and held. Written resolutions may be produced in one or
more counterparts.
10.3 A meeting of the Panel may consist of a conference between Members who are not all in one place
but who are able (directly or by telephonic communication) to speak to each of the others and to be heard
by each of the others simultaneously. The word "meeting" shall be construed accordingly.
11. Minutes
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11.1 The Secretary shall circulate copies of the minutes of each meeting of the Panel to each Member
as soon as practicable (and in any event within ten Business Days) after the relevant meeting has been
held.
11.2 Each Member shall notify the Secretary of his approval or disapproval of the minutes of each
meeting within 15 Business Days of receipt of the minutes. A Member who fails to do so will be deemed to
have approved the minutes. The approval or disapproval of the minutes aforesaid will not affect the validity
of decisions taken by the Panel at the meeting to which the minutes relate.
11.3 If the Secretary receives any comments on the minutes, the Secretary shall circulate revised
minutes as soon as practicable following the expiry of the period referred to in Clause 11.2, incorporating
those comments which are of a typographical nature and indicating, where necessary, that Members
disagree with certain aspects of the minutes. The Secretary shall then incorporate those aspects of the
minutes upon which there is disagreement, into the agenda for the next following meeting of the Panel, as
the first item for discussion, and, if possible, resolution.
12. Guidance from the Panel
12.1 The Panel may at any time, and from time to time, issue guidance in relation to the IWPP Code
and its implementation, performance and interpretation, and it may establish subcommittees and working
groups to carry out such work.
13. Sub-committees and working groups
13.1 The Panel may establish such sub-committees from time to time consisting of such Persons as it
considers desirable. Each sub-committee shall be subject to such written terms of reference and shall be
subject to such procedures as the Panel may determine. The meetings of sub-committees shall so far as
possible be arranged so that the minutes of such meetings can be presented to the members in sufficient
time for consideration before the next following meeting of the Panel.
13.2 The Panel may also establish working groups to advise it on any matter from time to time. Such
working groups may consist of Members and/or others as the Panel may determine for the purpose.
13.3 Resolutions of sub-committees and working groups shall not have binding effect unless approved
by resolution of the Panel.
14. Removal of Members and Chairman and vacation of office
14.1 The office of a Member shall be vacated if:-

a. he resigns his office by notice delivered to the Secretary;
b. he becomes bankrupt or compounds with his creditors generally;
c. he becomes of unsound mind or a patient for any purpose of any statute relating to mental health; or
d. he or his alternate fails to attend more than three consecutive meetings of the Panel without
submitting an explanation to the Chairman which is reasonably acceptable to the Chairman.
14.2 Further, any Person or Persons entitled to appoint a Member or the Chairman, as the case may be,
pursuant to Clause 3 may at any time remove that Member or the Chairman, as the case may be, from
office and appoint another Person to be a Member or the Chairman, as the case may be, in its place. A
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Person or Persons will only have the right to remove from office the Member or the Chairman, as the case
may be, that it or they have appointed, and will have no right to remove from office any Member or the
Chairman, as the case may be, appointed by another Person. Whenever any individual Member or the
Chairman changes, the Person or group of Persons entitled to appoint that Member or the Chairman shall
notify the Secretary in writing within seven days of the change taking effect.
15. Members on the panel's responsibilities and protections
15.1 In the exercise of its powers and the performance of its duties and responsibilities, the Panel shall
have due regard for the need to promote the attainment of the principal objects of the Panel set out in
Clause 2.
15.2 In the exercise of its powers and the performance of its duties and responsibilities as a Member, a
Member shall represent the interests of that Person or Persons by whom he is for the time being appointed
pursuant to Clause 3, provided that such obligation of representation shall at all times be subordinate to the
obligations of the Member as a member of the Panel set out in Clause 15.1.
15.3 The Panel, each Member and the Secretary:

i. shall be entitled to rely upon any communication or document reasonably believed by it or him to
be genuine and correct and to have been communicated or signed by the Person by whom it
purports to be communicated or signed.
ii. may in relation to any act, matter or thing contemplated by this Constitution act on the opinion or
advice of, or any information from, any chartered engineer, lawyer, or expert in any other field,
and shall not be liable for the consequences of so acting.
15.4 The Panel shall enjoy no status, immunity or privilege of the Emirate of Dubai. However, Members
shall not be personally liable in respect of the performance of the functions of the IWPP Code Review
Panel.
16. Group representatives' addresses
16.1 Each Member shall from time to time communicate his address to the Secretary and all notices
sent to such address shall be considered as having been duly given to such Member.
17. Confidentiality
17.1 Each Member shall keep confidential all information which that Member might reasonably be
expected to understand to be confidential.
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Chapter Title Page
ECC Electrical Connection Conditions code for the IWPP 8

ECC.1 Introduction ________________________________________________________________________ 8
ECC.2 Objective __________________________________________________________________________ 8
ECC.3 Scope ____________________________________________________________________________ 8
ECC.4 Procedure _________________________________________________________________________ 8
ECC.5 Connection and Initial Synchronisation ___________________________________________________ 8
ECC.5.1 Connection of Equipment _____________________________________________________________ 8
ECC.5.2 Initial Synchronisation ________________________________________________________________ 9
ECC.6 Technical, Design and Operational Criteria________________________________________________ 9
ECC.6.1 Transmission System Performance Characteristics _________________________________________ 9
ECC.6.1.1 Frequency Deviations ________________________________________________________________ 9
ECC.6.1.2 Voltage Variations ___________________________________________________________________ 9
ECC.6.1.3 Automatic Generation Control __________________________________________________________ 9
ECC.6.1.4 Automatic Voltage Regulation _________________________________________________________ 10
ECC.6.1.5 Voltage Waveform Quality ___________________________________________________________ 10
ECC.6.1.6 Harmonic Distortion ________________________________________________________________ 10
ECC.6.1.7 Phase Unbalance __________________________________________________________________ 10
ECC.6.1.8 Voltage Fluctuations ________________________________________________________________ 10
ECC.6.2 Plant and Apparatus Relating To Electrical Connection Site _________________________________ 10
ECC.6.2.1 General Requirements ______________________________________________________________ 10
ECC.6.2.2 Power Producer/DEWA Electrical Delivery Points _________________________________________ 11
ECC.6.3 Power Unit Requirements ____________________________________________________________ 12
ECC.6.3.1 Plant Performance Requirements ______________________________________________________ 12
ECC.6.3.2 Technical data for generator/transformer unit _____________________________________________ 12
ECC.6.3.3 Control Arrangements _______________________________________________________________ 13
ECC.6.3.4 Negative Phase Sequence Loadings ___________________________________________________ 14
ECC.6.3.5 Neutral Earthing ___________________________________________________________________ 14
ECC.6.3.6 Frequency Sensitive Relays __________________________________________________________ 15
ECC.6.4 Communications Equipment __________________________________________________________ 15
ECC.6.4.1 Control Telephony__________________________________________________________________ 15
ECC.6.4.2 Operational Metering _______________________________________________________________ 16
ECC.6.4.3 Facsimile Machines ________________________________________________________________ 16
ECC.6.4.4 Busbar Voltage ____________________________________________________________________ 16
ECC.6.5 System Monitoring _________________________________________________________________ 16
ECC.7 Electrical Connection Site Related Conditions ____________________________________________ 17
ECC.7.1 Responsibilities for Safety ____________________________________________________________ 17
ECC.7.2 Electrical Connection Site Schedules ___________________________________________________ 17
ECC.7.3 Operation and SF6 Gas Zone Diagrams _________________________________________________ 17
ECC.7.3.1 Operation Diagrams ________________________________________________________________ 17
ECC.7.3.2 SF6 Gas Zone Diagrams _____________________________________________________________ 18
ECC.7.3.3 Preparation of Operation and SF6 Gas Zone Diagrams _____________________________________ 18
ECC.7.3.4 Validity __________________________________________________________________________ 18
ECC.7.4 Electrical Connection Site Common Drawings ____________________________________________ 18
ECC.7.4.1 Preparation of Electrical Connection Site Common Drawings ________________________________ 18
ECC.7.4.2 Validity __________________________________________________________________________ 19
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ECC.7.5 Access __________________________________________________________________________ 19

ECC.7.6 Maintenance Standards _____________________________________________________________ 19
ECC.7.7 Site Operational Procedures __________________________________________________________ 19
Appendix A. Principles and Basic Procedure for Connection Site Schedules ______________________________ A-1
A.1. Principles _______________________________________________________________________ A-1
A.2. Alterations to Existing Electrical Connection Site Schedules ________________________________ A-2
A.3. Responsible Managers _____________________________________________________________ A-2
Appendix B. Symbols for Operation Diagrams _____________________________________________________ B-1
Appendix C. Apparatus to be Included on Operation Diagrams ________________________________________ C-1
C.1. Basic Principles___________________________________________________________________ C-1
C.2. APPARATUS TO BE SHOWN ON OPERATION DIAGRAM ________________________________ C-1
Appendix D. SCADA Outstation Interfacing________________________________________________________ D-1
D.1. INTRODUCTION _________________________________________________________________ D-1
D.2. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS ________________________________________________________ D-1
D.3. Power Data Requirements for Applications Functions _____________________________________ D-3
D.4. SIGNAL REQURIEMENTS __________________________________________________________ D-3
D.4.1. Digital Inputs _____________________________________________________________________ D-3
D.4.2. Single Points _____________________________________________________________________ D-3
D.4.3. Double Points ____________________________________________________________________ D-3
D.4.4. Energy Meter Inputs _______________________________________________________________ D-3
D.4.5. Analogue Inputs __________________________________________________________________ D-3
D.4.6. Command Outputs ________________________________________________________________ D-3
Tables
Table A.1: Proforma for Electrical Connection Site Responsibility Schedule _______________________________ A-3
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ECC Electrical Connection Conditions

code for the IWPP
ECC.1 Introduction
This Electrical Connection Conditions Code specifies the minimum technical, design and operational
criteria that must be complied with by Generators seeking to be Connected to the Transmission
System, and the minimum technical, design and operational criteria, which must be complied with by
DEWA. These criteria are required for the Protection of the Transmission System and the Generators’
Apparatus Connected to the Transmission System.
ECC.2 Objective
The objective of this Electrical Connection Conditions Code is to ensure that by specifying minimum
technical, design and operational criteria the basic rules for Connection to the Transmission System
and to a Generator’s Apparatus are similar for all Generators.
ECC.3 Scope
This Electrical Connection Conditions Code applies to DEWA and to Generators.
ECC.4 Procedure
The PPAs/PWPAs contain provisions relating to the procedure for Connection to the Transmission
System.
ECC.5 Connection and Initial Synchronisation
ECC.5.1 Connection of Equipment
Prior to the Generator’s Equipment being Connected to DEWA’s Connection Equipment, the following
information is to be submitted by the Generator:
a. Typical information to enable DEWA to prepare Electrical Connection Site Responsibility

Schedules on the basis of the provisions set out in Appendix A. The final information will be
agreed with DEWA;
b. Updated data with any estimated values assumed for planning purposes confirmed or, where
practical, replaced by validated actual;
c. Details of the Main Protection and Back-up Protection arrangements and settings;
d. Copies of the Generators’ Safety Rules which shall be used at the Electrical Connection Site;
e. An Operation Diagram for all Equipment on the Generator side of the Electrical Delivery Point;
f. A list of Safety Coordinators together with contact details;
g. A list of the telephone numbers for joint system incidents at which senior management
representatives nominated for the purpose can be contacted and confirmation that they are fully
authorised to make binding decisions on behalf of the Generator;
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h. A list of managers who have been duly authorised to sign Electrical Connection Site
Responsibility Schedules on behalf of the Generator together with contact details;
i. The Electrical Connection Site Common Drawings.
j. Meter Registration System data; and
k. Any other information required by DEWA relating to the Connection of Equipment to the
Transmission System.
ECC.5.2 Initial Synchronisation
Prior to the initial synchronisation of a Power Unit, the Generator shall submit to DEWA copies of all
test results relating to the testing of the generator and generator breaker.
ECC.6 Technical, Design and Operational Criteria
ECC.6.1 Transmission System Performance Characteristics
DEWA shall ensure that the Transmission System complies with the following technical, design and
operational criteria in relation to the part of the Transmission System at the Electrical Connection Site
with a Generator.
An Operation Diagram shall be prepared for each Electrical Connection Site at which an Electrical
Delivery Point exists using, where appropriate, the graphical symbols shown in Appendix B and
Appendix C.
ECC.6.1.1 Frequency Deviations
The system Frequency of the Transmission System shall be nominally 50.00 Hz with system
Frequency set points between 49.950 Hz and 50.050 Hz and shall be controlled within the limits of
49.90 Hz and 50.10 Hz under normal conditions and following a contingency the steady state
Frequency shall be within the limits 49.80 Hz and 50.20 Hz.
Under disturbance conditions the Power Units should remain synchronised in the range 52.50 Hz to
47.50 Hz.
ECC.6.1.2 Voltage Variations
During normal operating conditions, the nominal system voltage of the Transmission System at the
Electrical Delivery Point shall be 400 kV or 132 kV and will be controlled normally between 415 kV and
380 kV or 138.6 kV and 125.4 kV respectively. During exceptional steady state conditions, the 400 kV
part of the Transmission System could reach a minimum voltage of 360 kV and a maximum voltage of
420 kV, the 132 kV part could reach a minimum voltage of 118.8 kV and a maximum voltage of 147.8
kV. At 400 kV level, voltage variations between 415 kV and 420 kV and also between 380 kV and 360
kV can occur but will not last longer than 15 minutes unless abnormal conditions prevail. At 132 kV
level, voltage variations between 138.6 kV and 147.8 kV and also between 125.4 kV and 118.8 kV can
occur but will not last longer than 15 minutes unless abnormal conditions prevail.
ECC.6.1.3 Automatic Generation Control
Each Synchronously Connected Generating Unit shall be fitted with Automatic Generation Control
(AGC) systems to enable the Transmission Control Centres to control Active Power from each Power
Unit.
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ECC.6.1.4 Automatic Voltage Regulation
Each Synchronously Connected Generating Unit shall be fitted with Automatic Voltage Regulation
(AVR) systems with voltage / Reactive Power / power factor control options, so that set point may be
adjusted by the Transmission Control Centres to control voltage / Reactive Power / power factor from
each unit through the appropriate SCADA application. These control options from Transmission
Control Centres shall be based on the requirements specified in the PPA/PWPA.
ECC.6.1.5 Voltage Waveform Quality
All plant and Apparatus Connected to the Transmission System, and that part of the Transmission
System at each Electrical Connection Site, should be capable of withstanding the following distortions
of the voltage waveform in respect of harmonic content and phase unbalance.
ECC.6.1.6 Harmonic Distortion
The maximum total levels of harmonic distortion of the voltage on the Transmission System at 400 kV,
from all sources under both normal, Planned Outage and fault Outage conditions (unless abnormal
conditions prevail) shall not exceed a total harmonic distortion of 1.5% with no individual harmonic
greater than 1.0%.
The maximum total levels of harmonic distortion of the voltage on the Transmission System at 132 kV,
from all sources under both normal, Planned Outage and fault Outage conditions (unless abnormal
conditions prevail) shall not exceed a total harmonic distortion of 2.5% with no individual harmonic
greater than 1.5%.
ECC.6.1.7 Phase Unbalance
Under Transmission System Planned Outage conditions, the maximum negative phase sequence
component of the phase voltage on the Transmission System should remain below 1% unless
abnormal conditions prevail.
ECC.6.1.8 Voltage Fluctuations
Voltage fluctuations shall not exceed 1% of the voltage level at 400 kV for step changes that may
occur repetitively, and 2% at 132 kV. Any large voltage excursions other than step changes may be
allowed up to a level of 3% at 400 kV and 5% at 132 kV, provided that this does not constitute a risk to
the Transmission System.
ECC.6.2 Plant and Apparatus Relating To Electrical Connection Site
The following requirements apply to plant and Apparatus at Electrical Connection Sites. Each
Generator must ensure that its plant and Apparatus comply with these conditions.
ECC.6.2.1 General Requirements
Under fault conditions the rated Frequency component of voltage could fall transiently to zero on one
or more phases or rise to 140% phase-to-earth voltage. The voltage rise would last only for the time
that the fault conditions exist. The fault conditions referred to here are those existing when the type of
fault is single or two phase-to-earth.
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All plant and Apparatus associated with the Connection to the Transmission System shall comply with
the following standards, as applicable. (in the following order of precedence):
Safety Rules;
 DEWA Electrical Standards, which are such national standards as may be approved by and
amended;
 the standards and recommendations of the International Standards Organisation and the
International Electrotechnical Commission; and
 national standards and codes which are accepted internationally.
It is recommended that Generators take precautions against disturbances on the Transmission System
including protection against:
a. Load unbalance (negative sequence) Protection;
b. over/under voltage;
c. over/under frequency;
d. any combination of (b) and (c) that may result in overfluxing; and
e. automatic reclosing (either single or three phase)
Generators shall consult DEWA with respect to Protection adequacy and ensure that the Protection
requirements set by DEWA are met.
ECC.6.2.2 Power Producer/DEWA Electrical Delivery Points
Short Circuit Levels
Each Connection between a Power Unit and the Transmission System must be controlled by a circuit
breaker capable of interrupting the maximum short circuit current at the point of Connection as
determined by DEWA.
Power Unit and Production Facility Protection Arrangements
Protection of Power Units and their Connections to the Transmission System must meet the minimum
requirements given below. These are necessary to reduce to a practical minimum the impact on the
Transmission System of faults on circuits owned by Generators.
Fault Clearance Times
The fault clearance times for faults cleared by the Generators Protection system from fault inception to
the circuit breaker arc extinction, shall not be longer than 100 milliseconds for Connections at the
Electrical Delivery Point.
Generators shall provide Back-Up Protection to cover the possible failure of the Main Protection
system. DEWA shall also provide Back-Up Protection system and this Back-Up Protection system
shall be coordinated so as to provide discrimination and protect Equipment from damage.
Protection Requirements
Circuit-breaker fail Protection
When the Power Unit is Connected to the Transmission System and a circuit breaker is provided by
the Generator or DEWA, circuit breaker fail Protection shall be provided by the Generator or DEWA on
this circuit breaker. In the event, following operation of a Protection system, of a failure to interrupt fault
current by these circuit-breakers within the fault current interruption time, the circuit breaker fail
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Protection is required to initiate tripping of all the necessary electrically adjacent circuit-breakers so as
to interrupt the fault current within the next 200 ms.
Loss of Excitation
The Generators must provide Protection to detect loss of excitation on a Synchronously Connected
Generating Unit and initiate a Power Unit trip.
Pole-Slipping Protection
Pole-slipping Protection shall be fitted on each Synchronously Connected Generating Unit.
Work on Protection Equipment
No busbar Protection, circuit-breaker fail Protection relays, AC or DC wiring may be worked upon or
altered by Generators personnel without first a method statement approved by DEWA or in the
absence of a representative of DEWA.
Relay Settings
Protection and relay settings shall be coordinated across the Electrical Delivery Point to ensure
effective disconnection of faulty Apparatus. Generators shall undertake such studies and obtain
agreement of DEWA as to the Protection settings.
ECC.6.3 Power Unit Requirements
This section sets out the technical and design criteria and performance requirements that each
Generator must ensure are complied with in relation to its Power Units.
ECC.6.3.1 Plant Performance Requirements
ECC.6.3.2 Technical data for generator/transformer unit
All Power Units must be capable of contributing to Primary Response by supplying Active Power (MW)
at any point between the limits 0.80 power factor lagging and 0.90 power factor leading at the Power
Units’ terminals. The short circuit ratio of a Synchronously Connected Generating Unit shall be not less
than 0.5.
The Capacity of a Power Unit at site reference conditions shall not reduce in the Frequency range
50.00 Hz to 49.00 Hz and the maximum Capacity reduction at 47.50 Hz shall be 10%. For Frequencies
between 49.00 Hz and 47.50 Hz the allowed Capacity reduction shall be assessed by linear
interpolation of the correction curve for Frequency to be included in the PPA or PWPA. For ambient
air temperatures in excess of the site reference ambient air temperature the reduction in Capacity shall
be higher, however this shall not exceed that as detailed in the correction curve for Capacity reduction
as a function of Frequency and ambient air temperature to be included in the PPA/PWPA. Power
Units must remain synchronised to the Transmission System at Transmission System Frequencies
according to the following requirements:
 From 47.50 to 48.00 Hz Power Unit to remain synchronised for 10 minutes;
 From 48.00 Hz to 48.50 Hz Power Unit to remain synchronised for at least 20 minutes;
 From 48.50 Hz to 49.00 Hz Power Unit to remain synchronised for at least 1 hour;
 From 49.00 Hz to 50.50 Hz the Power Unit to remain synchronised permanently;
 From 50.50 to 52.50 Hz the Power Unit to remain synchronised for at least 1 hour.
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The Active Power output under steady state conditions of any Power Unit Connected to the
Transmission System should not be affected by voltage changes in the normal operating range. The
Reactive Power output under steady state conditions should be fully available within the range of
Transmission System voltages within the ranges specified in ECC.6.1.2.
ECC.6.3.3 Control Arrangements
Each Power Unit must be capable of contributing to Primary Response by supplying Active Power
according to its Primary Response capabilities as set out in the PPA/PWPA.
The capability for contributing to Secondary Response shall be as set out in the PPA/PWPA. DEWA
shall determine the Power Units that are required to provide this Secondary Response.
Each Power Unit must be capable of supporting voltage regulation at the Electrical Delivery Point by
continuous modulation of Reactive Power supplied.
Generator voltage range requirements shall be +5% to -5% of the generator’s rated voltage.
On-load tap changing facilities are mandatory for power unit step-up transformers designed for
Transmission System minimum and maximum voltage levels, in 400 kV-systems with steps no greater
than 1.25% and in 132-kV-systems no greater than 1.5%.
For a Non-Synchronously Connected Generating Unit, in 132kV solidly grounded systems, the
minimum impedance of a 132kV/33kV or 132kV/MV transformer at nominal tap position shall be 24.3%
on a 100 MVA base.
For a Synchronously Connected Generating Unit with an Electrical Delivery Point in the 132kV system
the resulting impedance of the transformer, sub transient reactance of generator and connection line
shall be minimum 30% (MVA base is maximum power output at Electrical Delivery Point), without
negative tolerance to limit the short circuit contribution to the 132 kV Transmission System.
For a Synchronously Connected Generating Unit with an Electrical Delivery Point in the 400kV system
the resulting impedance of the transformer, sub transient reactance of generator and connection line
shall be minimum 36.3% (MVA base is maximum power output at Electrical Delivery Point), without
negative tolerance to limit the short circuit contribution to the 400 kV Transmission System.
Turbine Control System
Each Synchronously Connected Generating Unit must be fitted with a fast acting turbine controller.
The turbine speed control principle shall be in such a way that the Synchronously Connected
Generating Unit output shall vary with rotational speed according to a proportional droop characteristic.
The Turbine Speed Controller shall be sufficiently damped for both isolated and interconnected
operation modes. Under all operation conditions, the damping coefficient of the Turbine Speed Control
shall be above 0.25 for speed droop settings above 3% for gas turbines and 5% for steam turbines.
Under all system operation conditions, the Synchronously Connected Generating Unit speed shall not
exceed 106%. For generator oscillations with Frequencies below 2 Hz, the Turbine Speed Controller
shall have no negative effect on generator oscillation damping.
The Turbine Speed Controller and any other superimposed control loop (Load control, gas turbine
temperature limiting control, etc.) shall contribute to the primary control as set out in the PPA/PWPA.
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All steam turbine Synchronously Connected Generating Units must be fitted with a Turbine Speed
Controller which is designed and operated to the requirements of IEC 45.
All gas turbine Synchronously Connected Generating Units must be fitted with a Turbine Speed
Controller capable of a power related speed droop characteristic of between 3% and 5%.
Automatic Voltage Regulator
A continuous Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR) acting on the excitation system is required to provide
constant terminal voltage of the Power Unit without instability over the entire operating range of the
Power Unit.
Control performance of the voltage control loop shall be such that under isolated operation conditions
the damping coefficient shall be above 0.25 for the entire operating range.
The AVR shall have no negative impact on generator oscillation damping.
The specific requirements for automatic excitation control facilities, including power system stabilisers
where these are necessary for system reasons, shall be specified in the PPA/PWPA. Operation of
such control facilities shall be in accordance with the Scheduling and Dispatch Code, SDC2.
Dispatch Inaccuracies
A Dispatch Instruction for a Power Unit can either be by manual instruction or automatic control from
DEWA’s Transmission Control Centres.
The standard deviation at steady state Active Power or Reactive Power over a sixty minute period
must not exceed 2.5 percent of the Dispatch Instructions.
In the case of Power Units powered by intermittent sources, such as solar photovoltaic and wind, this
provision applies as follows:
 At any point in time, the production should not exceed by more than 2.5 percent the Dispatch
Instructions.
 If the Generator has reason to believe that production could fall below the limit indicated in the
Dispatch Instructions, the Generator should promptly inform DEWA’s Transmission Control Centres
and provide an updated forecast reflecting the expected production during the period to which the
Dispatch Instruction relates.
ECC.6.3.4 Negative Phase Sequence Loadings
The maximum negative phase sequence component of the phase voltage on the Transmission System
should remain below 1% unless normal conditions prevail.
Each Power Units shall be required to withstand, without tripping, the negative phase sequence
loading incurred by clearance of a close-up phase-to-phase fault, by Back-Up Protection on the
ECC.6.3.5 Neutral Earthing
In the case of Synchronously Connected Generating Units consisting of one module, the windings of
the step-up transformer on the Transmission System side (400 kV and 132 kV) must be star
connected with the star point suitable for connection to earth. The earthing factor shall not be greater
than 1.4.
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In the case of Synchronously Connected Generating Units consisting of several power generating
modules with individual step-up transformers the earthing shall be as agreed in the PPA.
ECC.6.3.6 Frequency Sensitive Relays
The system Frequency could rise to 52.50 Hz or fall to 47.50 Hz and Power Units must continue to
operate within this Frequency range unless DEWA has agreed to any frequency-level relays and/or
rate-of-change-of-frequency relays which shall trip such Power Units within this Frequency range.
Generators shall be responsible for protecting all their Power Units against damage should Frequency
excursions outside the range 52.50 Hz to 47.50 Hz ever occur.
ECC.6.4 Communications Equipment
In order to ensure control of the Transmission System, telecommunications between Generators and
DEWA must, be established in accordance with the requirements set down below.
The main network requirements for data exchanges and telephone communications between
Production Facilities and TCC1 and TCC2 are as follows;
 Each DCS shall be connected through duplicated fibre optic links to the communication equipment
at the Transmission System substation or switching station compatible with DEWA’s
communication network. The Generator shall provide and install all necessary devices to establish
the DCS communication up to the communication equipment located in the Transmission System
substation or switching station;
 The Electricity Metering System shall be connected through duplicated fibre optic links to the
communication equipment at the Transmission System substation or switching station;
 All tele-protection communications shall be connected through duplicated direct fibre optic links
between the Production Facilities and Transmission System substation or switching station. The
Generators shall provide all necessary devices to establish the Protection communication between
the Production facilities and the Transmission System substation or switching station;
 The Generators shall provide, install and commission two redundant fibre optic cables between the
Production Facility and Transmission System substation or switching station to be used for all
communications. These fibre optic links form the Production Facilities to the end devices shall be
the responsibility of the Generator.
ECC.6.4.1 Control Telephony
Control telephony is the method by which a Generator operator and DEWA control engineers speak to
one another for the purposes of control of the Transmission System in both normal and Emergency
operating conditions. Control telephony provides secure point-to-point telephony for routine control
calls, priority control calls and Emergency control calls.
Details of and relating to the control telephony required are contained in the PPAs/PWPAs.
As required by SDC.2.4.2 all telephone conversations will be recorded by DEWA. Any conversation
relating to Plant Capacity shall be followed up by written redeclaration as required by SDC.1.4.1. If
there is a dispute between the Plant Capacity redeclaration recorded by telephone conversation and
written communication, the recorded telephone conversation shall take precedence.
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ECC.6.4.2 Operational Metering
DEWA shall provide supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) Outstation interface equipment
at each Electrical Connection Site. The Generator shall provide such Voltage, Current, Frequency,
Active Power and Reactive Power measurement outputs and plant status indications and alarms to
DEWA’s SCADA Outstation interface equipment as required by DEWA in accordance with the terms of
the PPAs/PWPAs.
Active Power and Reactive Power measurements, circuit breaker and disconnector status indications
from Power Units and generator transformer tap positions must each be provided to DEWA on an
individual Power Unit basis. In addition, measured or derived Active Power (MW) output on each fuel,
from Power Unit that can continuously fire on more than one fuel simultaneously must be provided.
The communication interface between DCS the Transmission System substation or switching station
SCMS shall be consist of dual gateways on both sides, interconnected via duplicated fibre optic-based
data communication links (A and B). The protocols shall be IEC 60870-5-101, IEC 60870-5-104. The
data communication speed shall be a minimum of 64kbps. The Generator shall provide all necessary
procedures, manuals, and drawings to DEWA of equipment which forms this interface.
The typical general requirements for connection of such signals to DEWA’s SCADA system are set out
in Appendix D. The final requirements will be agreed between DEWA and the Generator.
Metering System requirements shall be provided in accordance with the Metering Code.
ECC.6.4.3 Facsimile Machines
Each Generator shall provide a facsimile machine at its Production Facility.
Each Generator shall, prior to Connection to the Transmission System of the Generators plant notify
DEWA of its telephone number, and shall notify DEWA of any changes.
DEWA shall provide facsimile machines at each of its Transmission Control Centres.
Prior to Connection to the Transmission System of the Generator’s plant, DEWA shall notify the
Generator of the telephone number of its facsimile machine and shall notify any changes.
ECC.6.4.4 Busbar Voltage
DEWA shall provide to each Generator at the Electrical Delivery Point with appropriate voltage signals
to enable the Generator to obtain the necessary information to synchronise its Power Unit to the
Transmission System and for Protection equipment.
ECC.6.5 System Monitoring
To allow the monitoring of individual Power Units, DEWA requires voltage and current signals from the
secondary windings of Power Unit circuit current transformers and voltage transformers. They shall be
provided by the Generator with the installation of the monitoring equipment being detailed within the
PPA/PWPA.
By interactions between different grid elements e.g. torsional oscillations, sub synchronous or super
synchronous resonances could occur. In case the Generator identifies such a phenomenon, it has to
inform DEWA accordingly. DEWA will trigger an exchange process between the affected parties with
the goal to develop common counter measures.
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ECC.7 Electrical Connection Site Related Conditions
In the absence of agreement between the parties to the contrary, construction, commissioning, control,
operation and maintenance responsibilities follow ownership.
ECC.7.1 Responsibilities for Safety
Any Generator entering and working on its plant and/or Apparatus on an Electrical Connection Site will
work to the DEWA Safety Rules (and any future revisions of these rules) unless otherwise agreed in
writing.
DEWA entering and working in a Generator’s plant shall work to the Generator’s Safety Rules. In the
event that DEWA does not receive a copy of the Generators Safety, the DEWA Safety Rules will
apply.
A Generator may apply to DEWA for permission to work according to that Generators own Safety
Rules when working on its plant and/or Apparatus on DEWA sites. If DEWA is of the opinion that the
Generator Safety Rules provide for a level of safety commensurate with that of DEWA’s Safety Rules,
it shall notify the Generator, in writing, that the Generator may use its own Safety Rules.
DEWA may apply to a Generator for permission to work according to DEWA Safety Rules when
entering and working in a Generator’s plant. If the Generator is of the opinion that DEWA Safety Rules
provide for a level of safety commensurate with that of that Generator Safety Rules, it shall notify
DEWA, in writing, that DEWA may use its own Safety Rules. Until receipt of such notice, the Generator
Safety Rules will apply.
ECC.7.2 Electrical Connection Site Schedules
A set of Electrical Connection Site Schedules shall be prepared identifying the equipment and
ownerships at the Electrical Connection Site, the Electrical Delivery Points and the responsibilities for
safety, control and maintenance.
The responsibilities for safety, control and maintenance shall be included in an Electrical Connection
Site Responsibility Schedule to inform site operational staff and DEWA engineers of agreed
responsibilities for plant and/or Apparatus at the operational interface.
Appendix A sets down the requirements for Electrical Connection Site Schedules. The attachment to
Appendix A provides a format to be used in the preparation of Electrical Connection Site Responsibility
Schedules.
ECC.7.3 Operation and SF6 Gas Zone Diagrams
ECC.7.3.1 Operation Diagrams
An Operation Diagram shall be prepared for each Electrical Connection Site at which an Electrical
Delivery Point exists using, where appropriate, the graphical symbols shown in Appendix B. The
Operation Diagram shall include all HV Apparatus. All SF6 gas-insulated HV Apparatus must be
depicted within an area delineated by a chain dotted line which intersects SF6 gas-zone boundaries.
The Operation Diagram (and the list of technical details) is intended to provide an accurate record of
the layout and circuit interconnections, ratings and numbering and nomenclature of HV Apparatus and
related plant.
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ECC.7.3.2 SF6 Gas Zone Diagrams
An SF6 Gas Zone Diagram shall be prepared for each Electrical Connection Site. They shall use,
where appropriate, the graphical symbols shown in Appendix B. The nomenclature used shall conform
to that used in the relevant Electrical Connection Site.
ECC.7.3.3 Preparation of Operation and SF6 Gas Zone Diagrams
DEWA shall prepare and submit to the Generator all information for the Connected Equipment. The
Generator shall then prepare, produce and distribute, using the information submitted on the
Generator Operation Diagram, a composite Operation Diagram for the complete Electrical Connection
Site.
Changes to Operation and SF6 Gas Zone Diagrams
When DEWA has decided that it wishes to install new HV Apparatus or it wishes to change the
existing numbering or nomenclature of its HV Apparatus at an Electrical Connection Site, DEWA shall
one month prior to the installation or change, send to such Generator a revised of that Connection
Equipment to enable the Generator to amend the Electrical Connection Site Common Drawings
incorporating the new DEWA HV Apparatus to be installed and its numbering and nomenclature or the
changes, as the case may be.
ECC.7.3.4 Validity
The composite Operation Diagram prepared by the Generator shall be the definitive Operation
Diagram for all operational and planning activities associated with the Electrical Connection Site. If a
dispute arises as to the accuracy of the composite Operation Diagram, a meeting shall be held at the
Electrical Connection Site, as soon as reasonably practicable, between DEWA and the Generator, to
endeavour to resolve the matters in dispute.
ECC.7.4 Electrical Connection Site Common Drawings
Electrical Connection Site Common Drawings shall be prepared for each Electrical Connection Site
and shall include Electrical Connection Site layout drawings and electrical layout drawings and they
will identify the responsibilities for common services drawings.
ECC.7.4.1 Preparation of Electrical Connection Site Common Drawings
DEWA shall provide to the Generator all information required for the Generator to prepare and submit
the Electrical Connection Site Common Drawings for the substation or switching station.
The Generator shall then produce and distribute, using the information provided by DEWA, Electrical
Connection Site Common Drawings for the complete Electrical Connection Site.
DEWA Changes to Electrical Connection Site Common Drawings
When DEWA becomes aware that it is necessary to change any aspect of the Electrical Connection
Site Common Drawings at an Electrical Connection Site it shall provide the necessary information to
the Generators to allow the Generators to prepare, produce and distribute revised Electrical
Connection Site Common Drawings for the complete Electrical Connection Site.
If DEWA changes can be dealt with by it notifying the Generator in writing of the change then DEWA
shall so notify and each Generator shall so amend.
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ECC.7.4.2 Validity
The Electrical Connection Site Common Drawings for the complete Electrical Connection Site
prepared by the Generator shall be the definitive Electrical Connection Site Common Drawings for all
operational and planning activities associated with the Electrical Connection Site. If a dispute arises as
to the accuracy of the Electrical Connection Site Common Drawings, a meeting shall be held at the
site, as soon as reasonably practicable, between DEWA and the Generator, to endeavour to resolve
the matters in dispute.
ECC.7.5 Access
The provisions relating to access to the Electrical Connection Site by the Generator, are set out in
each PPA/PWPA.
ECC.7.6 Maintenance Standards
It is a requirement that all Generator Apparatus on DEWA sites is maintained adequately for the
purpose for which it is intended and to ensure that it does not pose a threat to the safety of any of
DEWA Apparatus or personnel on the Electrical Connection Site.
DEWA shall have the right to inspect the test results and maintenance records relating to such
Apparatus at any time.
ECC.7.7 Site Operational Procedures
DEWA and the Generators must make available staff to take necessary Safety Precautions and carry
out operational duties as may be required to enable work/testing to be carried out and for the operation
of plant and Apparatus connected to the Transmission System.
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Appendix A. Principles and Basic

Procedure for Connection Site
Schedules
A.1. Principles
At all Electrical Connection Sites, Connection Site Schedules shall be drawn up in accordance with the
following requirements or with such variations as may be agreed between DEWA and the Generators.
1. Electrical Connection Site Details and Equipment, including;
a. Electrical Connection Site location;
b. Ownership of assets;
c. Electrical Delivery Points
d. Electrical Connection Site Responsibility Schedule;
e. Operational Diagram.
2. Site Capacity and tariff Metering;
a. Actual Metering Point
3. Site services;
a. Site specific technical conditions, including;
b. Special technical facilities;
c. Protection requirements;
d. Operational Metering;
e. Control telephony;
f. Special equipment requirements;
g. System monitoring inputs;
h. Other site services
Each set of Electrical Connection Site Schedules for an Electrical Connection Site shall be prepared
by DEWA in consultation with other Generators and be agreed at least two (2) weeks prior to the
Generator’s plant being Connected to the Transmission System. Each Generator shall provide the
necessary information to DEWA to enable it to prepare the Electrical Connection Site Responsibility
Schedule not less than six (6) months prior the Generator’s plant being Connected to the Transmission
System.
Each set of Electrical Connection Site Schedules shall be subdivided to take account of any separate
Electrical Connection Sites.
Each Electrical Connection Site Responsibility Schedule, (1, a-e) above, shall detail for each item of
plant and Apparatus;
1. Plant/Apparatus ownership;
2. Safety (applicable Safety Rules and control Person or other responsible Person (Safety
Coordinator), or such other Person who is responsible for safety);
3. Operations (applicable Operational Procedures and control engineer);
4. Site Manager (Controller);
5. Responsibility to undertake maintenance;
6. Responsibility for site security.
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The Electrical Connection Site Responsibility Schedule shall be prepared in accordance with the
attachment to this Appendix unless otherwise agreed in writing with DEWA and shall include, for each
Electrical Connection Site, lines and cables emanating from the Electrical Connection Site.
Every page of each Electrical Connection Site Schedule shall bear the date of issue and the issue
number.
Following preparation of a set of Electrical Connection Site Schedules, DEWA shall send it to the
Generators involved for confirmation of its accuracy.
The Electrical Connection Site Schedules shall be signed on behalf of DEWA by the manager
responsible for the area in which the Electrical Connection Site is situated and on behalf of each
Generator involved by its responsible manager, by way of written confirmation of its accuracy. Once
signed, DEWA shall distribute two copies, not less than two weeks prior to its implementation date, to
the Generator that is a party on the Connection Site Schedule, accompanied by a note indicating the
issue number and the date of implementation.
A.2. Alterations to Existing Electrical Connection Site Schedules
When a Generator identified on an Electrical Connection Site Schedule becomes aware that an
alteration is necessary, it must inform DEWA immediately and in any event 12 weeks prior to any
change taking effect.
Where a Generator has informed DEWA of a change, or DEWA proposes a change, DEWA shall
prepare a revised Connection Site Schedule not less than 8 weeks prior to the change taking effect.
The revised Electrical Connection Site Schedule shall be signed and accompanied by a note indicating
where the alteration(s) has/have been made, the new issue number and the date of implementation.
When a Generator on an Electrical Connection Site Schedule, or DEWA, as the case may be,
becomes aware that an alteration to the Electrical Connection Site Schedule is required urgently to
reflect an Emergency situation for example, the Generator shall notify DEWA, or DEWA shall notify the
Generator, as the case may be, immediately and shall discuss:
1. what changes are necessary to the Electrical Connection Site Schedules;
2. whether the Electrical Connection Site Schedules are to be modified temporarily or permanently;
and
3. the distribution of the revised Electrical Connection Site Schedules.
DEWA shall prepare the revised Electrical Connection Site Schedules as soon as possible and in any
event within seven days of it being informed of or knowing the necessary required alteration. The
Electrical Connection Site Schedules shall be confirmed by Generators and signed on behalf of DEWA
and Generators as soon as possible after it has been prepared and sent to Generators for
confirmation.
A.3. Responsible Managers
Each Generator shall, prior to the Generators plant being connected to the Transmission System
under each PPA/PWPA, supply to DEWA a list of managers, together with contact details, who have
been duly authorised to sign Electrical Connection Site Schedules on behalf of the Generator and
DEWA shall supply to that Generator the name of the manager responsible for the area in which the
Electrical Connection Site is situated.
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Attachment to Appendix A
Table A.1: Proforma for Electrical Connection Site Responsibility Schedule
Generator:…………………………………………………………….
Electrical Connection Site: …………………………………………………………………
Company: ………………………………………………………………………
Item of Equipment Safety Rules Safety Co- Operational Control Party Responsible Security Access Comments
Equipment Owner ordinator Procedures Responsibility for Statutory Responsibility
Inspections,
Maintenance and
Fault Investigations
Signed on behalf of the Generator Date
by way of written confirmation of its accuracy.
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Appendix B. Symbols for Operation

Diagrams
Circuit Breaker
x
Circuit Breaker
Isolator
Earth Switch
Bus 1
Bus 2
Double Busbar with Selection
2 Winding Transformer
Earthing Resistance
Surge Arrester
Capacitor
A. C. Generator
M Motor
Fuse
A Automatic Reclose Switch
Cable
Overhead Line
Current Transformer
VT
Voltage Transformer
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Appendix C. Apparatus to be Included on

Operation Diagrams
C.1. Basic Principles

1. Where practicable, all the HV Apparatus on any Electrical Connection Site shall be shown on one
Operation Diagram. Provided the clarity of the diagram is not impaired, the layout shall represent
as closely as possible the geographical arrangement on the Electrical Connection Site.
2. Where more than one Operation Diagram is unavoidable, duplication of identical information on
more than one Operation Diagram must be avoided.
3. The Operation Diagram must show accurately the current status of the Apparatus e.g. whether
commissioned or decommissioned. Where decommissioned, the associated switchbay shall be
labelled "spare bay".
4. Provision shall be made on the Operation Diagram for signifying approvals, together with provision
for details of revisions and dates.
5. Operation Diagrams shall be prepared in A4 format or such other format as may be agreed with
DEWA.
6. The Operation Diagram should normally be drawn single line. However, where appropriate, detail
that applies to individual phases shall be shown. For example, some HV Apparatus is numbered
individually per phase.
C.2. APPARATUS TO BE SHOWN ON OPERATION DIAGRAM

1. Busbars
2. Circuit breakers
3. Disconnectors (Isolators)
4. Switch disconnectors (Switching isolators)
5. Bypass facilities
6. Earthing switches
7. Maintenance earths
8. Overhead line entries
9. Overhead line traps
10. Cable and cable sealing ends
11. Capacitor voltage transformers (CVTs)
12. Power line carrier line matching units (LMUs)
13. Power Units
14. Power Unit step-up transformers
15. Production Facilities auxiliary transformers
16. Static VAr compensators
17. Series or shunt capacitors
18. Series or shunt reactors
19. System transformers including tertiary windings
20. Earthing and auxiliary transformers
21. Voltage transformers (VTs) and current transformers (CTs)
22. Surge arrestors/diverters
23. Neutral earthing arrangements on HV plant
24. Fault throwing devices
25. Phase shifting transformers (Quadrature boosters)
26. Arc suppression coils
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27. Wall bushings

28. Shorting and discharge switches
29. SF6 gas zones.
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Appendix D. SCADA Outstation Interfacing
D.1. INTRODUCTION
This Appendix sets out the basic technical requirements for connections to the DEWA SCADA system
Outstation.
D.2. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
DEWA operates a SCADA system for management of power generation and transmission, the SCADA
system interconnects and controls all Production Facilities and Transmission System substations or
switching stations from both transmission control centres (TCC1) and (TCC2).
Status indications, alarms, circuit breaker and switch positions, measured values (voltage, current,
Active and Reactive Power, Frequency, tap positions, etc.) are transmitted in real time from every
Production Facility and Transmission System substation or switching station to the Transmission
Control Centres for supervisory control and monitoring.
The signals shown in the table below, as a minimum, shall be made available to the DEWA SCADA
system Outstation by means of a hardwired interface panel to be installed by DEWA at a location in
the Transmission System substation or switching station.
Equipment Description Digital Analogue
Gas Turbines (each) Ready to start x

Outage x
Operating x
Gas flow x
Oil flow x
Gas turbine trip x
Steam Turbines Ready to start x
(each) Outage x
Operating x
Steam turbine trip x
Generators Generator connect/disconnect x
Maximum possible output x
Minimum possible output x
Generator actual Active Power x
Generator actual reactive power x
Generator actual voltage x
Net generation and total aux. power MW/MVAR x
Load actual set point
Generator control local/remote x
Excitation control local/remote x
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Equipment Description Digital Analogue

Generator trip x
Excitation trip x
x
GCBs Circuit breaker open/close x
Disconnector open/close x
Earth switch open/close x
Control local/remote x
GCB trip x
Gen. Transformers Tap-changer control local/remote x
Tap position x
Tap changer fault x
Winding temperature high x
Weather Station Ambient air temperature
Ambient air pressure
Ambient air humidity
Wind velocity
During execution a detailed list shall be developed and agreed between the Generator and DEWA.
Included in the signal exchange shall be sufficient signals for the operation of DEWA’s SCADA/ energy
management system (EMS) applications which include the following for each Power Unit:
a. AGC control (request for control for each generator).
b. Generator MW setpoint.
c. Generator MVAR setpoint.
d. Generator AVR setpoint.
e. Generator Power Factor setpoint.
The Production Facility DCS shall also be responsible for verifying the setpoint values it receives from
the SCADA system whether they are within the operating limits before acting upon them (e.g. with
alarm/acknowledgement sent to operator before execution).
For DEWA’s EMS the following controls shall be made available by the Contractor via the SCADA
Outstation interface:
a. Active Power
b. Reactive Power
c. Voltage
At the Production Facility DCS operator stations a dedicated screen graphic shall be allocated to the
SCADA system communication. The screen shall allow checking of the communication channels and
the signals being transmitted, operator inputs shall be available as required for adjustment of various
parameters.
It is required to have two modes of controlling the Production Facility from the SCADA/EMS system at
TCC1 and TCC2 as follows:
a. Manually by operators issuing SCADA setpoint controls.
b. Automatically through the EMS applications issuing the setpoint controls via SCADA.
Provision should be made to ensure that the transfer of control between the Transmission Control
Centres and the Production facility DCS results in no sudden change in output of any online Power
Unit.
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D.3. Power Data Requirements for Applications Functions
In addition to the General Requirements detailed in section D.2, Generators shall also provide the
Power Unit data required for DEWA’s Spectrum Power 4 system. These data will be agreed with
DEWA and shall be based on the requirements outlined in the PPA/PWPA.
D.4. SIGNAL REQURIEMENTS
In all cases the interface signals shall be arranged such that the level of electrical interference does
not exceed those defined in IEC 60870-2-1: "Telecontrol Equipment and Systems - Operating
Conditions Power Supply and Electromagnetic Compatibility" and IEC60870-3: "Telecontrol Equipment
and Systems - Specification for Interfaces (Electrical Characteristics)".
D.4.1. Digital Inputs
Digital inputs cover both single and double points for connection to digital input modules on the DEWA
Outstation equipment. The Production Facility contacts shall be free of potential, whereas the input
circuitry of the Outstation is common to the negative 48 volt potential.
D.4.2. Single Points
Single point inputs must be used for alarms and where single contact indications are available. The off
(contact open or 0) state is considered to be the normal state and the on (contact closed or 1) state the
alarm condition.
D.4.3. Double Points
Double points are used to indicate primary plant states by the use of complementary inputs for each
plant item. Only the "10" and "01" states are considered valid with the "00" and "11" states considered
invalid. The "10" state is considered to be the normal or closed state.
D.4.4. Energy Meter Inputs
Meter input pulses for connection to pulse counting input modules on DEWA’s Outstation equipment
must operate for a minimum of 100ms to indicate a predetermined flow of MWh or MVArh. The contact
must open again for a minimum of 100ms. The normal state of the input must be open.
D.4.5. Analogue Inputs
Analogue inputs for connection to analogue input modules on DEWA’s Outstation equipment must all
be electrically isolated with a two wire connection required. Signals shall be in the form of 4-20mA (or
other range to be agreed between the Generator and DEWA) for both unidirectional and bi-directional
measured values. Signal converters shall be provided as necessary to produce the correct input
signals.
D.4.6. Command Outputs
All command outputs for connection to command output modules on DEWA’s Outstation equipment
switch both the 0 volts and -48 volts for a period of 2.5 seconds at a maximum current of 1 amp. All
outputs shall electrically isolated with a two wire connection to control interposing relays on the plant to
be operated.
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MDEC.1 Introduction _______________________________________________________________________ 20
MDEC.2 Objectives ________________________________________________________________________ 20
MDEC.3 Scope ___________________________________________________________________________ 20
MDEC.4 General __________________________________________________________________________ 20
MDEC.4.1 Meter and Metering System Ownership _________________________________________________ 21
MDEC.4.2 Metering System Purchase, Maintenance, and Calibration __________________________________ 21
MDEC.5 Electricity Metering Systems __________________________________________________________ 22
MDEC.5.1 General __________________________________________________________________________ 22
MDEC.5.2 Meter, CT and VT Requirements ______________________________________________________ 22
MDEC.5.2.1 Equipment Required ________________________________________________________________ 22
MDEC.5.3 Metering System Calibration and Testing ________________________________________________ 25
MDEC.5.4 Meter and Data Security and Registration _______________________________________________ 27
MDEC.5.4.1 Meter Access and Sealing ___________________________________________________________ 27
MDEC.5.4.2 Meter Records ____________________________________________________________________ 27
MDEC.5.4.3 Meter Registration__________________________________________________________________ 28
MDEC.6 Water Metering Systems _____________________________________________________________ 28
MDEC.6.1 General __________________________________________________________________________ 28
MDEC.6.2 Water Meter Requirements ___________________________________________________________ 29
MDEC.6.3 Water Metering System Calibration and Testing ___________________________________________ 29
MDEC.6.4 Water Meter and Data Security and Registration __________________________________________ 31
MDEC.6.4.1 Water Meter Access and Sealing ______________________________________________________ 31
MDEC.6.4.2 Water Meter Records _______________________________________________________________ 32
MDEC.6.4.3 Water Meter Registration ____________________________________________________________ 32
MDEC.7 Gas Metering Systems ______________________________________________________________ 33
MDEC.7.1 General __________________________________________________________________________ 33
MDEC.7.2 Gas Metering System Requirements ___________________________________________________ 33
MDEC.7.3 Gas Analysis and Properties __________________________________________________________ 34
MDEC.7.4 Gas Metering System Calibration and Testing ____________________________________________ 35
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MDEC.7.5 Gas Meter and Data Security and Registration ____________________________________________ 37
MDEC.7.5.1 Gas Metering System Access and Sealing _______________________________________________ 37
MDEC.7.5.2 Gas Meter Records _________________________________________________________________ 37
MDEC.7.5.3 Gas Meter Registration ______________________________________________________________ 38
MDEC.8 Back-up Fuel Metering Systems _______________________________________________________ 38
MDEC.8.1 General __________________________________________________________________________ 38
MDEC.8.2 Back-up Fuel Metering System Requirements ____________________________________________ 39
MDEC.8.3 Back-up Fuel Metering System Calibration and Testing _____________________________________ 40
MDEC.8.4 Back-up Fuel Metering System and Data Security and Registration ____________________________ 41
MDEC.8.4.1 Back-up Fuel Meter Access and Sealing ________________________________________________ 41
MDEC.8.4.2 Back-up Fuel Meter Records _________________________________________________________ 42
MDEC.8.4.3 Back-up fuel Meter Registration _______________________________________________________ 42
MDEC.8.5 Back-up Fuel Metering Tank Dipping Process ____________________________________________ 43
MDEC.9 Data Exchange ____________________________________________________________________ 43
MDEC.9.1 General __________________________________________________________________________ 43
MDEC.9.2 Data Requirements and Flows ________________________________________________________ 44
MDEC.9.3 Metering Data Validation and Quality checks _____________________________________________ 45
MDEC.9.4 Metering Data Communications System _________________________________________________ 45
MDEC.9.4.1 Local Outstations __________________________________________________________________ 45
MDEC.9.4.2 Remote Instations __________________________________________________________________ 46
MDEC.9.4.3 Communications ___________________________________________________________________ 46
MDEC.9.5 Data Display and Storage ____________________________________________________________ 47
MDEC.9.5.1 Registers _________________________________________________________________________ 47
MDEC.9.5.2 Storage __________________________________________________________________________ 47
Appendix A. Accuracy of Electricity Metering System ________________________________________________ A-1
A.1. Electricity Meter Standards __________________________________________________________ A-1
A.1.1. Standards _______________________________________________________________________ A-1
A.1.2. Overall Accuracy Requirements ______________________________________________________ A-1
A.1.3. Metering System Accuracy Classes ___________________________________________________ A-2
A.2. Water Metering System Standards ____________________________________________________ A-2
A.3. Gas Metering System Standards _____________________________________________________ A-3
A.4. Back-up Fuel Metering System Standards ______________________________________________ A-3
Appendix B. Labelling of Meters ________________________________________________________________ B-1
B.1. General _________________________________________________________________________ B-1
B.2. Entry and exit labelling _____________________________________________________________ B-1
Appendix C. Commissioning Tests ______________________________________________________________ C-1
C.1. Measurement Transformers _________________________________________________________ C-1
C.2. Measurement Transformer Leads and Burdens __________________________________________ C-1
C.3. Metering ________________________________________________________________________ C-1
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C.3.1. General Tests and Checks __________________________________________________________ C-1

C.3.2. Site Tests _______________________________________________________________________ C-2
Appendix D. Meter Registration Data ____________________________________________________________ D-1
Appendix E. Data Requirements ________________________________________________________________ E-1
Table 1:Data Storage by DEWA and the Generators __________________________________________________ 47

Table 2: Overall Accuracy of an Electricity Metering System ___________________________________________ A-1
Table 3: Equipment Accuracy Classes ____________________________________________________________ A-2
Table 4: Reactive Energy entry/exit Convention_____________________________________________________ B-1
Table 5: Data Requirements____________________________________________________________________ E-1
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MDEC Metering and Data Exchange Code
MDEC.1 Introduction
All electricity and water exported and electricity imported from the Transmission System by a Production
facility, gas entering a Production Facility and back-up fuel entering a Production Facility must be metered.
In order to achieve this, the following system shall be provided, as appropriate:
a. All electricity exiting Production Facility sites must be metered and recorded using a Electricity
Metering System;
b. All water exiting Production Facility sites into the water Transmission System must be metered and
recorded using a Water Metering System;
c. All gas entering a Production Facility sites must be metered and recorded using a Gas Metering
System; and
d. All back-up fuel entering a Production Facility sites must be metered and recorded using a Back-up
Fuel Metering System.
MDEC.2 Objectives
The objectives of this Code are to establish:

a. The standards to be met in the provision, location, installation, operation and maintenance of
Metering Systems;
b. The standards to be met by DEWA and the Generators in relation to all matters associated with
Metering;
c. The responsibilities of DEWA and the Generators in relation to ownership and management of
Metering Systems, Metering and the provision and use of Metering Data; and
d. The responsibilities of DEWA and the Generators in relation to the storage of Metering Data.
In particular in order that DEWA and Generators may prepare, calculate, assess and validate invoices
between DEWA and the Generators with a view to their prompt settlement, having available to them all
necessary Metering Data of reliable quality and accuracy for those purposes at the times at which they
require the same.
MDEC.3 Scope
The Metering and Data Exchange Code applies to DEWA and to the Generators.
MDEC.4 General
The principal contractual and other arrangements and the invoices contemplated under them envisaged by
this Code are listed below.
Metering Systems and Meters shall be established, Metering shall take place and Metering Data shall be
recorded, checked and exchanged between DEWA, and the Generators and then stored, sufficient to
ensure that DEWA and the Generators are able to prepare and calculate, assess and validate and, keep
appropriate records concerning and where appropriate, challenge, invoices as listed below, on a prompt,
comprehensive and accurate basis.
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Metering Data shall be permanently recorded and stored for these purposes in accordance with other
provisions of this Code.
At each Delivery Point, Meters and/or Metering Systems shall be installed, operated and maintained and
Metering shall take place sufficient for all purposes of this Code.
Each Power Unit shall have an Electricity Metering System to measure electrical quantities and each
Production Facility that produces water shall have a Water Metering System to measure the total water
exiting the Production Facility.
Where required the Electricity Metering System shall meter supplies of electrical quantities provided to
seawater intake facilities.
MDEC.4.1 Meter and Metering System Ownership
Meter ownership shall be determined as follow:

a. DEWA shall own all Electricity Metering System;
b. DEWA shall own all Water Metering Systems;
c. DEWA shall own all Gas Metering Systems; and
d. DEWA shall own all Back-up Fuel Metering Systems.
MDEC.4.2 Metering System Purchase, Maintenance, and Calibration
The following table sets down the responsibilities. The term Meter refers to the complete Metering System
unless otherwise qualified.
Metering System Functions Responsibility

Electricity Metering Measurement transformers These are an inherent part of the switchgear and
System will be owned, purchased and maintained by
DEWA.
Site cabling This is an inherent part of the GIS switchgear and
will be purchased, owned and maintained by DEWA
Meters and associated These will be located within the substation or
transmitters switching station and will be owned, purchased and
maintained by DEWA.
Electricity Metering System DEWA will be responsible for Electricity Metering
Testing and Calibration System testing and Calibration but will consult with
the Generator who may witness all tests.
Water Metering Systems . These will be located downstream of the pumping
station forming part of the Production Facilities and
be constructed by the Generators. They will be
handed to DEWA upon completion of construction.
DEWA will own, maintain, calibrate and test the
Water Metering System.
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Metering System Functions Responsibility

Gas Metering Systems - These will be located at the boundary of the
Production Facilities and be constructed by the
Generators. They will be handed to DEWA upon
completion of construction. DEWA will own,
maintain, calibrate and test the Gas Metering
System.
Back-up Fuel Metering - These will be located at the boundary of the
Systems Production Facilities and be constructed by the
Generators. They will be handed to DEWA upon
completion of construction. DEWA will own,
maintain, calibrate and test the Back-up Fuel
Metering System.
MDEC.5 Electricity Metering Systems
MDEC.5.1 General
All Electricity Metering Systems procured, installed, operated and maintained for the purposes of this Code
shall be sufficient for all purposes of this Code such that the standards to be met in relation to those
Electricity Metering Systems, Metering and the recording and exchange of Metering Data set out in this
Metering and Data Exchange Code are met.
Each Electricity Metering System shall comply with the all provisions of this Code, including those as to the
standards of accuracy and Calibration to be achieved in Metering.
All data communications equipment required for the purposes of this Code and forming part of or
associated with any Electricity Metering System shall perform to the relevant International
Telecommunications Union (ITU) standards and recommendations for data transmission over
telecommunication systems.
The relevant PPA/PWPA may provide for site-specific isolation or other requirements in accordance with
established Good Industry Practice and in particular, to comply with the requirements of any
telecommunications service providers.
MDEC.5.2 Meter, CT and VT Requirements
MDEC.5.2.1 Equipment Required
Meters
Electricity Metering Systems shall include Main Electricity Metering System and a Check Electricity
Metering System. Main Electricity Metering System and Check Electricity Metering System equipment shall
at all relevant times have the same levels of accuracy and functionality. Both the Main Electricity Meters
and Check Electricity Meters shall measure the quantities defined below.
Main Electricity Meters and Check Electricity Meters shall be installed, operated and maintained so as to
comply at all relevant times with the standards and accuracy classes indicated in Appendix A.
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For each separate Actual Metering Point, an Electricity Metering System shall be installed, operated and
maintained to measure the following parameters:
a. Entry and exit Active Energy
b. Entry and exit Reactive Energy
DEWA shall configure Main Electricity Meters and Check Electricity Meters such Active Energy is
measured with the number of measuring elements equal to or one less than the number of primary system
conductors. These include the neutral and/or earth conductor where system configurations enable the flow
of energy in such conductors.
All Main Electricity Meters and Check Electricity Meters shall be labelled by DEWA or otherwise be readily
identifiable in accordance with Appendix B.
The Electricity Metering Systems shall meter the quantities on a continuous basis and the information shall
be displayed on a non-volatile Meter Register. The Meter Registers shall not pass through zero to zero
more than once within the normal meter reading cycle.
Electricity Metering Systems shall be provided by DEWA with Outstations that shall provide two outputs per
measured quantity, one for the use of the Generator and one for the use of DEWA.
The Outstations shall enable Metering Data to be interrogated locally and at a later date for Metering Data
to be provided remotely over communications channels.
Where Electricity Metering Systems provide Metering Data to Outstations external to the Electricity
Metering System, the Outstations shall provide two outputs per measured quantity.
DEWA shall provide Test terminals for Main Electricity Meters and Check Electricity Meters to facilitate on-
site tests. These terminals shall be in close proximity to the Main Electricity Meters and Check Electricity
Meters and shall be capable of providing suitable means for accessing current and voltage signals,
injecting test quantities, connecting test Meters, and replacing Main Electricity Meters and Check Electricity
Meters without a circuit Outage.
Current Transformers
DEWA shall provide current transformers in accordance with the standards and accuracy classes indicated
in Appendix A.
DEWA shall provide two of current transformers. The current transformers supplying electricity Main
Electricity Meters, the current transformer windings and cables connecting such windings to electricity Main
Electricity Meters shall be dedicated for such purposes and such cables and Connections shall be securely
sealed.
The current transformers supplying electricity Check Electricity Meters shall be dedicated for such
purposes and such cables and Connections shall be securely sealed
The total Burden on each current transformer shall not exceed the rated Burden of such current
transformer. No other Burden shall be connected to these current transformers.
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Current transformer test certificates showing errors at the overall working Burden or at Burdens which allow
the error at working Burden to be calculated shall be made available by DEWA, wherever possible, for
inspection by the relevant parties.
Voltage Transformers
DEWA shall provide voltage transformers in accordance with standards and accuracy classes indicated in
Appendix A.
DEWA shall provide one voltage transformer with two or more secondary windings.
The voltage transformer winding supplying Main Electricity Meters shall be dedicated to that purpose and
such windings and Connections shall be securely sealed.
The voltage transformer winding supplying Check Electricity Meters shall be dedicated to that purpose and
such windings and Connections shall be securely sealed. No other Burden shall be connected to these
voltage transformer secondary windings.
Separately fused voltage transformer supplies shall be provided by DEWA for the electricity Main Electricity
Meter and the electricity Check Electricity Meter. The fuses shall be located as close to the voltage
transformer as possible.
MDEC.5.2.2 Accuracy Requirements
Overall Accuracy
The accuracy of the various items of measuring equipment comprising the Electricity Metering Systems
shall conform to the relevant IEC standards current at the time that the PPA/PWPA is signed. Standards
relevant to this IWPP Code are listed in Appendix A.
Where relevant standards change from time to time, DEWA will review such changes and recommend to
the Regulatory Authority the extent to which any such changes should be implemented.
Any errors arising from the Measurement Transformers and associated leads to the Main Electricity Meters
and Check Electricity Meters that affect the overall accuracy shall be compensated such that the overall
accuracy requirement is met. Values of the compensation factors and their justification including test
certificates shall be established in accordance with Good Industry Practice and recorded and shall be
available for inspection by the Generators. The compensation criteria and the justification shall be
established in accordance with Good Industry Practice and recorded in the Meter Registration System.
MDEC.5.2.3 Meter Approval and Certification
Meters used in accordance with this Code shall be the electricity Meter types contained in DEWA’s list of
approved Meters. The Generators shall have the right to approve the Electricity Metering Systems
proposed by DEWA however the Meters shall be provided by DEWA from its list of approved Meters.
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MDEC.5.2.4 Operation and Maintenance
Electricity Metering Systems shall be operated and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s
recommendations or as otherwise necessary for DEWA to comply with its obligations under this Code.
MDEC.5.3 Metering System Calibration and Testing
MDEC.5.3.1 Initial Calibration
All new Main Electricity Meters and Check Electricity Meters shall undergo relevant certification tests in
accordance with Good Industry Practice.
All initial Calibration of Main Electricity Meters and Check Electricity Meters shall be performed on behalf of
DEWA in a recognised test facility (including any Meter manufacturer’s works). These tests shall be
performed in accordance with the relevant IEC standards and shall confirm that Main Electricity Meter and
Check Electricity Meter accuracy is within the limits stated in Appendix A. A uniquely identifiable Calibration
record shall be provided by the recognised test facility before the Connection is made live.
DEWA will apply a certification seal following initial Calibration. DEWA must maintain this seal intact in
order for the Main Electricity Meter and Check Electricity Meter to retain certified status. No Person shall
break the seal unless properly authorised to do so. DEWA is responsible for ensuring that Main Electricity
Meter and Check Electricity Meter certification is carried out for compliance with the provisions of this
Code.
Main Electricity Meters and Check Electricity Meters removed from service must be re-certified before
reconnection for use under this Code.
New voltage transformers and current transformers shall be calibrated prior to installation on any site.
DEWA shall provide manufacturers’ test certificates to show compliance with the accuracy classes.
MDEC.5.3.2 Commissioning
Commissioning tests shall be carried out on all new Electricity Metering Systems providing Metering Data
before the Connection is made live and in accordance with Good Industry Practice. Commissioning tests
shall also be carried out before reconnection where a replacement Electricity Metering System is fitted as
part of existing Electricity Metering System. No Connection or reconnection shall be permitted unless the
tests are passed.
Following commissioning, DEWA shall provide such evidence that may be required to confirm that
Electricity Metering System meets the requirements of this Code.
Appendix C sets out the tests and checks that as a minimum shall be included in a commissioning
programme.
All Main Electricity Meters, Check Electricity Meters, Measurement Transformers shall be tested by the
respective DEWA for accuracy in accordance with Good Industry Practice at initial commissioning before
the Connection is made live, as indicated in Appendix C.
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MDEC.5.3.3 Periodic Calibration and testing
General
Periodic Calibration of Electricity Metering Systems shall be undertaken by DEWA to ensure that the
requirements of this Code are met at all relevant times.
Periodic Calibration of Main Electricity Meters and Check Electricity Meters shall be performed in DEWA’s
in-house Meter Calibration facilities or in a recognised test facility (including any Meter manufacturer’s
works) or by competent Persons using standard Meters certified by a recognised authority. The tests shall
be performed in accordance with the relevant IEC standards and shall confirm that Main Electricity Meter
and Check Electricity Meter accuracy is within the limits stated in Appendix A. The Calibration record shall
be uniquely identifiable, retained in a safe place and the significant details (Identification Number, date,
names and status of authorised testing Persons and accuracy results) recorded in the Meter Registration
System.
Meters shall also be tested outside of the prescribed intervals stated below if the Main Electricity Meter and
Check Electricity Meter diverge by more than 1.5 times the prescribed limit of error associated with the
accuracy classes given in Appendix A.
Complete and accurate records of tests, work carried out and pertinent data to confirm successful
testing/Calibration in accordance with the requirements of this Code shall be kept by DEWA and promptly
registered in the Meter Registration System where appropriate.
Frequency of testing
For the Main Electricity Meter and Check Electricity Meters on-site accuracy tests shall be performed at
intervals of not less than 18 months and not exceeding 5 years.
Periodic testing of Measurement Transformers is not required.
Suspected Metering errors
If any item of an Electricity Metering System is suspected of performing incorrectly, the Generators may
request DEWA to carry out a test in accordance with Good Industry Practice to confirm correct operation
and accuracy. DEWA shall carry out any test so requested. The Generators shall be given 24 hours notice
of such tests and be invited to witness the tests. Test results shall be made available promptly and in
writing to the Generator.
Certified test equipment and reference standards (all traceable to recognised national or international
standards) shall be used in such tests and if, by agreement, it is deemed necessary, an approved
independent laboratory may be employed.
Where an accuracy test indicates that an error exceeds the limits of error associated with the accuracy
classes given in Appendix A, the errors shall be recorded before promptly adjusting, repairing or renewing
the Electricity Metering System (or part thereof) or replacing defective components. In such cases
substitute Metering Data shall be provided in accordance with the PPA/PWPA.
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The Electricity Metering System shall be restored to service and proved to be operating within the
prescribed limits of accuracy as soon as is reasonably practicable. Upon the completion, examination,
maintenance, repair, recalibration or replacement of any component in the Electricity Metering System, the
Main Electricity Meter and Check Electricity Meter shall be sealed.
MDEC.5.4 Meter and Data Security and Registration
MDEC.5.4.1 Meter Access and Sealing
All Electricity Metering Systems and associated communications equipment shall be located in secure
Metering cabinets located in an area that is readily accessible, free from obstructions and well lit by artificial
light. The cabinets shall include as a minimum, effective protection from moisture and dust ingress and
from physical damage, including vibration. Appropriate temperature controls shall be provided. The
cabinets must be lockable and capable of being sealed to prevent unauthorised access.
DEWA and the Generators shall jointly seal the Main Electricity Meters and Check Electricity that shall
include data collection equipment and associated modems and telephone links. Only DEWA’s personnel
shall break such seals. The Generator shall be given at least forty-eight (48) hours' advance notice of the
breaking of any seals. No such notice will be necessary when the breaking of a seal is necessitated by the
occurrence of an Emergency.
Neither DEWA or the Generators shall tamper or otherwise interfere with any part of the Electricity Metering
System in any way. Where it is established that the Electricity Metering System has been tampered or
interfered with, then until such tampering or interference has been rectified either:
a. the quantity measured or recorded shall be that measured or recorded by any other relevant installed
Metering, or
b. if there is no other relevant Metering or it is established to have been tampered or interfered with, the
quantity shall be agreed by the parties, or, in the absence of such agreement, either DEWA and the
Generator shall be entitled to refer the matter to an Expert for determination.
Where the Generator requires the right of access or to deal in some other way with a Meter or Electricity
Metering System for the purposes of this Code, all such necessary rights shall be granted by DEWA. All
such rights should be set down in the relevant PPA/PWPA.
The right of access provided for in this Code includes the right to bring onto DEWA’s property any vehicles,
plant, machinery and maintenance or other materials as shall be reasonably necessary for the purposes of
performance of obligations under this Code.
DEWA and the Generator shall ensure that all reasonable arrangements and provisions are made and/or
revised from time to time as and when necessary or desirable in accordance with Good Industry Practice to
facilitate the safe exercise of any right of access.
MDEC.5.4.2 Meter Records
DEWA shall label all Main Electricity Meters and Check Electricity Meters with a unique identification
number from lists maintained by DEWA.
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DEWA shall ensure that complete and accurate records are maintained of the Calibration and operation of
the Electricity Metering System. These records shall include but not be limited to the dates and results of
any tests, readings, adjustments or inspection carried out and the dates on which any seal was applied or
broken. The reasons for any seal being broken and the Persons, and their affiliations, attending any such
tests, readings, inspections or sealings shall be recorded.
DEWA shall ensure that the pertinent data (Appendix D) is promptly entered into the Meter Registration
System. Such data shall be kept up to date. They shall also provide any other Electricity Metering System
data requested by other involved parties.
MDEC.5.4.3 Meter Registration
Electricity Metering Systems shall be registered in a central database, the Meter Registration System,
which is to be operated and maintained by DEWA in accordance with Good Industry Practice. The purpose
of the Meter Registration System is to provide a complete, accurate and up to date central database of all
Metering Data and to ensure an auditable trail to demonstrate compliance with this Code. The Meter
Registration System shall contain, as a minimum, specific information at each Actual Metering Point as
indicated in Appendix D.
DEWA is responsible for ensuring that data relating to all changes to DEWA’s Electricity Metering System
including any changes to the types of data set out in Appendix D are promptly reported in writing, to the
Meter Registration System.
The Meter Registration System shall maintain the specified information for a minimum of seven years after
the replacement or disconnection of a Meter.
Any data held in the Meter Registration System (a) shall be the intellectual property of DEWA and (b) may
be viewed by the Generator.
MDEC.6 Water Metering Systems
MDEC.6.1 General
All Water Metering Systems procured, installed, operated and maintained for the purposes of this Code
shall be sufficient for all purposes of this Code such that the standards to be met in relation to those Water
Metering Systems, Metering and the recording and exchange of Metering Data set out in this Code are
met.
Each Water Metering System shall comply with the all provisions of this Code, including those as to the
standards of accuracy and Calibration to be achieved in Metering.
associated with any Water Metering System shall perform to the relevant International Telecommunications
Union (ITU) standards and recommendations for data transmission over telecommunication systems.
The relevant PWPA may provide for site-specific isolation or other requirements in accordance with
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MDEC.6.2 Water Meter Requirements
Water Metering Systems shall include a Main Water Metering System and Check Water Metering System
in series with a means of removing each Meter without affecting the operation of the other. Both the Main
Water Meter and Check Water Meter shall have at all relevant times the same levels of accuracy and
functionality.
Main Water Meters and Check Water Meters shall include a pulsed output providing instantaneous and
integrated flow readings and shall be equipped with battery back-up power supplies for 24 hours operation.
All Water Metering Systems shall comply with the technical requirements specified in Appendix A.
Water Metering Systems shall meter the quantities on a continuous basis and the information shall be
displayed on a non-volatile Meter Register. The Meter Registers shall not pass through to zero more than
once within the normal reading cycle.
The Generators shall provide Water Metering Systems with Outstations that shall provide two outputs per
measured quantity one for the use of the Generator and one for the use of DEWA.
The Outstations shall enable water Metering Data to be interrogated locally and at a later date for water
Metering Data to be provided remotely over communications channels.
The system accuracy over the normal operating range shall not be more than ±0.20% of full-scale reading.
Main Water Meters and Check Water Meters used in accordance with this Code shall be approved Meter
types. DEWA shall have the right to approve the Water Metering Systems proposed by the Generators.
Water Metering Systems shall be operated and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s
MDEC.6.3 Water Metering System Calibration and Testing
The Generator will apply a certification seal following initial Calibration. The Generator must maintain this
seal intact in order for the Main Water Meter and Check Water Meter to retain certified status. No Person
shall break the seal unless properly authorised to do so. The Generators is responsible for ensuring that
Meter certification is carried out for compliance with the provisions of this Code.
All new Water Metering Systems shall undergo relevant certification tests in accordance with Good Industry
Practice.
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All initial Calibration of Main Water Meters and Check Water Meters shall be performed on behalf of the
Generator in a recognised test facility (including any Meter manufacturer’s works). These tests shall be
performed in accordance with the relevant IEC standards. A uniquely identifiable Calibration record shall be
provided by the recognised test facility before the Meter enters service.
Main Water Meters and Check Water Meters removed from service must be re-certified before
reconnection for use under this Code.
Commissioning tests shall be carried out on all new Water Metering Systems providing Metering Data
before the Connection is placed into service and in accordance with Good Industry Practice.
Commissioning tests shall also be carried out before reconnection where replacement Water Metering
System is fitted as part of an existing Water Metering System. No Connection or reconnection shall be
permitted unless the tests are passed.
Following commissioning, the Generator shall provide such evidence that DEWA may require to confirm
that the Water Metering System meets the requirements of this Code.
General
Periodic Calibration of the Main Water Meters and Check Water Meters shall be undertaken by DEWA to
ensure that the requirements of this Code are met at all relevant times. Periodic Calibration of Main Water
Meters and Check Water Meters shall be performed in DEWA’s in-house meter Calibration facilities or in a
recognised test facility (including any Meter manufacturer’s works) or by competent Persons using standard
Meters certified by a recognised authority. The tests shall be performed in accordance with the relevant
ISO standards and shall confirm that Main Water Meter and Check Water Meter accuracy is within the
limits stated in MDEC.6.2.1. The Calibration record shall be uniquely identifiable, retained in a safe place
and the significant details (identification number, date, names and status of authorised testing Persons and
accuracy results) recorded in the Meter Registration System.
The Main Water Meter and Check Water Meter shall be tested by DEWA for accuracy in accordance with
Good Industry Practice at specified intervals thereafter to verify that operation is within the prescribed limits
of error associated with the accuracy given in MDEC.6.2.1.
The Main Water Meter and Check Water Meter shall also be tested by DEWA in accordance with Good
Industry Practice outside of the prescribed intervals stated below if the Main Water Meter and Check Water
Meter in a Water Metering System diverge by more than 1.5 times the prescribed limit of error associated
with the accuracy given in MDEC.6.2.1.
registered in the Meter Registration System where appropriate in accordance with Good Industry Practice.
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Timing of Water Meter Tests
The Main Water Meter and Check Water Meter shall be re-calibrated at intervals of not less than one year
but not exceeding 2 years.
If any item of a Water Metering System is suspected of performing incorrectly, the Generator may request
DEWA to carry out a test in accordance with Good Industry Practice to confirm correct operation and
accuracy. DEWA shall carry out any test so requested. The Generators shall be given 24 hours notice of
such tests and be invited to witness the tests. Test results shall be made available promptly and in writing
to the affected parties.
Where a test indicates that an error exceeds the limits of error associated with the accuracy given in this
Code, then these errors shall be recorded before promptly adjusting, repairing or renewing the Water
Metering System (or part thereof) or replacing defective components. In such cases substitute Metering
Data shall be provided in accordance with relevant PWPA.
The Water Metering System shall be restored to service and proved to be operating within the prescribed
limits of accuracy as soon as is reasonably practicable. Upon the completion, examination, maintenance,
repair, recalibration or replacement of any component in the Water Metering System in accordance with
Good Industry Practice, the Water Metering System shall be sealed.
MDEC.6.4 Water Meter and Data Security and Registration
MDEC.6.4.1 Water Meter Access and Sealing
All Water Metering Systems and associated communications equipment shall be located in a secure
Metering cabinet located in an area that is readily accessible, free from obstructions, well lit by artificial
light. The cabinets shall include as a minimum, effective protection from sunlight, effective protection from
moisture and dust ingress and from physical damage, including vibration. Appropriate temperature and
humidity controls shall be provided. The cabinets must be lockable and capable of being sealed to prevent
unauthorised access.
The Generators and DEWA shall jointly seal the Main Water Meter and Check Water Meter including data
collection equipment and associated modems and telephone links. Only DEWA’s personnel shall break
such seals. Generators shall be given at least forty-eight (48) hours' advance notice of the breaking of
seals. No such notice will be necessary when the breaking of a seal is necessitated by the occurrence of
an Emergency.
Neither DEWA nor the Generator shall tamper or otherwise interfere with any part of the Water Metering
System in any way. Where it is established that the Water Metering System has been tampered or
interfered with, then until such tampering or interference has been rectified either:
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 the quantity measured or recorded shall be that measured or recorded by any other relevant installed
Water Metering System; or
 if there is no other relevant Metering or it is established to have been tampered or interfered with, the
quantity shall be agreed by the parties, or, in the absence of such agreement, either DEWA or the
Generator shall be entitled to refer the matter to an Expert for determination.
Where Generators requires the right of access or to deal in some other way with a Main Water Meter or
Check Water Meter or Water Metering System for the purposes of this Code, all such necessary rights shall
be granted by DEWA. All such rights should be set down in the relevant PWPA.
The right of access provided for in this Code includes the right to bring onto the DEWA’s property any
vehicles, plant, machinery and maintenance or other materials as shall be reasonably necessary for the
purposes of performance of obligations under this Code.
MDEC.6.4.2 Water Meter Records
The Generators shall label all Main Water Meters and Check Water with a unique identification number
from lists maintained by DEWA.
Water Metering System. These records shall include but not be limited to the dates and results of any tests,
readings, adjustments or inspection carried out and the dates on which any seal was applied or broken.
The reasons for any seal being broken and the Persons, and their affiliations, attending any such tests,
readings, inspections or sealings shall be recorded.
Generators shall ensure that the pertinent data (Appendix D) is provided promptly to DEWA for entry into
the Meter Registration System. Such data shall be kept up to date. They shall also provide any other Water
Metering System data requested by DEWA.
MDEC.6.4.3 Water Meter Registration
Water Metering Systems shall be registered in a central database, the water Meter Registration System,
of the water Meter Registration System is to provide a complete accurate and up to date central database
of all Metering Data and to ensure an auditable trail to demonstrate compliance with this Code. The Meter
Registration System shall contain, as a minimum, specific information at each water Delivery Point as
DEWA is responsible for ensuring that data relating to all changes to a Water Meter System including any
changes to the types of data set out in Appendix D. Any other information regarding each water Delivery
Point as may be reasonably required by DEWA shall be recorded in the Meter Registration System.
the replacement or disconnection of a Main Water Meter and Check Water Meter.
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be freely accessed by the Generator.
MDEC.7 Gas Metering Systems
MDEC.7.1 General
All Gas Metering Systems procured, installed, operated and maintained for the purposes of this Code shall
be sufficient for all purposes of this Code such that the standards to be met in relation to those Gas
Metering Systems, Metering and the recording and exchange of Metering Data set out in this Code are
met.
Each Gas Metering System shall comply with the all provisions of this IWPP Code, including those as to
the standards of accuracy and Calibration to be achieved in Metering.
associated with any Gas Metering System shall perform to the relevant International Telecommunications
Union (ITU) standards and recommendations for data transmission over telecommunication systems.
MDEC.7.2 Gas Metering System Requirements
Gas Metering Systems shall include Main Gas Meters and Check Gas Meters in series with a means of
removing each meter without affecting the operation of the other. Both the Main Gas Meter and Check Gas
Meter shall have at all relevant times the same levels of accuracy and functionality.
The Gas Metering System shall adopt a “Z” valving arrangement to enable validation testing of the Main
Gas Metering System and Check Gas Metering System.
The Main Gas Meter and Check Gas Meter shall include a pulsed output providing instantaneous and
integrated flow readings and shall be equipped with uninterruptible power supplies for not less than 24
hours operation.
All Gas Metering Systems shall comply with the technical requirements specified in Appendix A.
Gas Metering Systems shall meter the quantities on a continuous basis and the information shall be
displayed on a non-volatile Meter Register. The Meter Registers shall not pass through to zero more than
once within the normal reading cycle.
The gas chromatographs forming part of the Gas Metering System shall have two helium gas bottles
capable of automatic changeover in the event that one becomes empty.
The Gas Metering System flow computers shall have a proving facility to allow the Main Gas Meter System
flow computer and Check Gas Metering System flow computer to check the accuracy or each other.
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The Gas Metering System flow computers shall be provided with diagnostic software.
The Generators shall provide Gas Metering Systems with Outstations that shall provide three outputs, one
for the use of the Generator and two for the use of DEWA. The Outstation remote terminal unit protocol
shall be Modbus RTU protocol over an RS-485 serial Connection.
The Outstations shall enable gas Metering Data to be interrogated locally and at a later date for gas
Metering Data to be provided remotely over communications channels.
The following measurements are required in order to obtain the Standard Gas Volume and to compute the
heat values (all values to be expressed in appropriate SI Units):
a. Gas quantity in m³ under line conditions;
b. Gas Temperature in degrees Celsius;
c. Gas Pressure in Bar;
d. Gas compressibility/or Gas Specific Gravity; and
e. Specific Heat Values – (Lower and Higher Specific Heat Values)
MDEC.7.3 Gas Analysis and Properties
The required thermal values of the gas shall be derived based on the Standard Gas Volume and the Heat
Value of the Gas. The Standard Gas Volume will be computed at ST&P. For the purpose of this Code:
a. Standard Pressure is 1.015598 bar (A); and
b. Standard Temperature is 60.0 degrees Fahrenheit
The equipment shall be capable of using other base conditions as required under the PWPA between
DEWA and the Generator.
The gas composition data to arrive at the gas compressibility shall be inferred through an on-line device
such as a gas chromatograph within in the Gas Metering System.
Calculation of the net calorific value of gas shall be by way of GPA 2172.
The Gas Metering Systems shall be accurate on a volumetric basis to within plus or minus zero point five
zero percent (±0.50%) or better and on a net calorific basis to within plus or minus zero point seven point
zero percent (±0.70%).
To achieve the overall accuracy requirements it may be necessary to compensate Meters for the errors of
the measuring elements. Values of the compensation shall be recorded and evidence to justify the
compensation criteria, including wherever possible test certificates, shall be available for inspection by
DEWA.
The Main Gas Meters and Check Gas Meters used in accordance with this Code shall be approved Meter
types. DEWA shall have the right to approve the Gas Metering Systems proposed by the Generators.
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Gas Metering Systems shall be operated and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s
MDEC.7.4 Gas Metering System Calibration and Testing
All new Gas Metering Systems shall undergo relevant certification tests in accordance with Good Industry
Practice.
All initial Calibration of Main Gas Meters and Check Gas Meters shall be performed on behalf of the
Generator in a recognised high pressure test facility (including any Meter manufacturer’s or third party
works). These tests shall be performed in accordance with the relevant IEC standards. A uniquely
identifiable Calibration record shall be provided by the recognised test facility before the Meter enters
service.
The Generator will apply a certification seal following initial Calibration. DEWA must maintain this seal
intact in order for the Main Gas Meters, Check Gas Meters, pressure transmitters and temperature
transmitters to retain certified status. No Person shall break the seal unless properly authorised to do so.
The Generator is responsible for ensuring that Meter certification is carried out for compliance with the
provisions of this Code.
Meters removed from service must be re-certified before reconnection for use under this Code.
Commissioning tests shall be carried out on all new Gas Metering Systems providing Metering Data before
the Connection is placed into service and in accordance with Good Industry Practice. Commissioning tests
shall also be carried out before reconnection where replacement Gas Metering System is fitted as part of
an existing Gas Metering System. No Connection or reconnection shall be permitted unless the tests are
passed.
that the Gas Metering System meets the requirements of this Code.
General
Periodic Calibration of all Main Gas Meters and Check Gas Meters shall be undertaken by DEWA to
ensure that the requirements of this Code are met at all relevant times. The Calibration of Main Gas Meters
and Check Gas Meters shall be performed on behalf of DEWA in a recognised test facility (including any
Meter manufacturer’s works). The tests shall be performed in accordance with the relevant ISO standards
and shall confirm that Main Gas Meter and Check Gas Meter accuracy is within the limits stated in
MDEC.7.3.1. The Calibration record shall be uniquely identifiable, retained in a safe place and the
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significant details (identification number, date, names and status of authorised testing Persons and
accuracy results) recorded in the Meter Registration System.
All Main Gas Meters and Check Gas Meters shall be tested by DEWA for accuracy in accordance with
Good Industry Practice at specified intervals thereafter to verify that operation is within the prescribed limits
of error associated with the accuracy given in MDEC.7.3.1.
Gas Meters shall also be tested in accordance with Good Industry Practice outside of the prescribed
intervals stated below if the Main Gas Meter and Check Gas Meter in a Gas Metering System diverge by
more than 1.5 times the prescribed limit of error associated with the accuracy given in MDEC.7.3.1.
Timing of Gas Meter Tests
A Gas Metering System validation test by way of the Main Gas Metering System flow computer and Check
Gas Metering System flow computer proving facilities shall be carried out by DEWA at intervals of not less
than one year but not exceeding two years.
All Main Gas Meters and Check Gas Meters shall be re-calibrated at third party high pressure test facilities
at intervals of not less than five years but not exceeding six years.
If any item of a Gas Metering System is suspected of performing incorrectly, the Generator may request
DEWA to carry out a test in accordance with Good Industry Practice to confirm correct operation and
accuracy. DEWA shall carry out any test so requested. The Generator shall be given 24 hours notice of
such tests and be invited to witness the tests. Test results shall be made available promptly and in writing
to the affected parties.
Code, then these errors shall be recorded before promptly adjusting, repairing or renewing the Gas
Metering System (or part thereof) or replacing defective components. In such cases substitute Metering
Data shall be provided in accordance with relevant PPA/PWPA.
The Gas Metering System shall be restored to service and proved to be operating within the prescribed
limits of accuracy as soon as is reasonably practicable. Upon the completion, examination, maintenance,
repair, recalibration or replacement of any component in the Gas Metering System in accordance with
Good Industry Practice, the Gas Metering System shall be sealed.
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MDEC.7.5 Gas Meter and Data Security and Registration
MDEC.7.5.1 Gas Metering System Access and Sealing
All Gas Metering Systems and associated communications equipment shall be located in a secure
The Generators and DEWA shall jointly seal the Main Gas Meter and Check Gas Meter including data
collection equipment and associated modems and telephone links. Only DEWA’s personnel shall break
such seals. The Generator shall be given at least forty-eight (48) hours' advance notice of the breaking of
seals. No such notice will be necessary when the breaking of a seal is necessitated by the occurrence of
an Emergency.
Neither DEWA nor the Generator shall tamper or otherwise interfere with any part of the Gas Metering
System in any way. Where it is established that the Gas Metering System has been tampered or interfered
with, then until such tampering or interference has been rectified either:
Metering system, or
 if there is no other relevant Main Gas Meter or Check Gas Meter or it is established to have been
tampered or interfered with, the quantity shall be agreed by the parties, or, in the absence of such
agreement, either DEWA or the Generator shall be entitled to refer the matter to an Expert for
determination.
Where the Generator requires the right of access or to deal in some other way with a Gas Metering System
for the purposes of this Code, all such necessary rights shall be granted by DEWA. All such rights should
be set down in the relevant PPA/PWPA where this is practicable.
The right of access provided for in this Code includes the right to bring onto DEWA’s property any vehicles,
plant, machinery and maintenance or other materials as shall be reasonably necessary for the purposes of
performance of obligations under this Code.
MDEC.7.5.2 Gas Meter Records
The Generators shall label all Main Gas Meters and Check Gas Meter with a unique identification number
from lists maintained by DEWA.
Gas Metering Systems. These records shall include but not be limited to the dates and results of any tests,
readings, adjustments or inspection carried out and the dates on which any seal was applied or broken.
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The reasons for any seal being broken and the Persons, and their affiliations, attending any such tests,
readings, inspections or sealings shall be recorded.
DEWA shall ensure that the pertinent data (Appendix D) is entered into the Meter Registration System.
Such data shall be kept up to date.
MDEC.7.5.3 Gas Meter Registration
Gas Metering Systems shall be registered in a central database, the Meter Registration System, which is to
be operated and maintained by DEWA in accordance with Good Industry Practice. The purpose of the gas
Meter Registration System is to provide a complete accurate and up to date central database of all gas
Registration System shall contain, as a minimum, specific information at each Gas Delivery Point as
DEWA is responsible for ensuring that data relating to all changes to a gas Meter System including any
changes to the types of data set out in Appendix D. Any other information regarding each Gas Delivery
Point as may be reasonably required by DEWA shall be recorded in the Meter Registration System.
the replacement or disconnection of a gas Meter.
Any data held in the gas Meter Registration System (a) shall be the intellectual property of DEWA and (b)
may be freely accessed by the Generator.
MDEC.8 Back-up Fuel Metering Systems
MDEC.8.1 General
All Back-up Fuel Metering Systems procured, installed, operated and maintained for the purposes of this
Code shall be sufficient for all purposes of this Code such that the standards to be met in relation to those
Main Back-up Fuel Meters and Back-up Fuel Metering Systems, Metering and the recording and exchange
of Metering Data set out in this Code are met.
Each Back-up Fuel Meter and Back-up Fuel Metering System shall comply with the all provisions of this
Code, including those as to the standards of accuracy and Calibration to be achieved in Metering.
associated with any Back-up Fuel Metering System shall perform to the relevant International
Telecommunications Union (ITU) standards and recommendations for data transmission over
telecommunication systems.
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MDEC.8.2 Back-up Fuel Metering System Requirements
Back-up Fuel Metering Systems shall include Main Back-up fuel Meters and Check Back-up fuel Meters in
series with a means of removing each Meter without affecting the operation of the other. Both Meters shall
have at all relevant times the same levels of accuracy and functionality.
The Back-up Fuel Metering System shall adopt a “Z” valving arrangement to enable validation testing of the
Main Back-up Fuel Metering System and Check Back-up Fuel Metering System.
Main Back-up Fuel Meters and Check Back-up Fuel Meters shall include a pulsed output providing
instantaneous and integrated flow readings and shall be equipped with battery back-up power supplies for
24 hours operation.
All Back-up Fuel Metering Systems shall comply with the technical requirements specified in Appendix A.
Back-up fuel Metering Systems shall meter the quantities on a continuous basis and the information shall
be displayed on a non-volatile Meter Register. The Meter Registers shall not pass through to zero more
than once within the normal reading cycle.
The Generators shall provide Back-up Fuel Metering Systems with Outstations that shall provide two
outputs per measured quantity one for the use of the Generator and one for the use of DEWA.
The Outstations shall enable Metering Data to be interrogated locally and at a later date for Metering Data
to be provided remotely over communications channels.
For each separate DMP the following measurements are required for Settlement purposes in order to
obtain the back-up fuel flow converted to ST conditions:
a. Back-up fuel quantity in m³ under actual line conditions;
b. Back-up fuel quantity in imperial gallons corrected to ST;
c. Back-up fuel temperature in degrees Celsius; and
d. Back-up fuel pressure in Bar Gauge
The Back-up Fuel Metering System shall include turbine flow meters. The required accuracy of turbine
meters is +/- 0.15%. The accuracies of pressure transmitter and temperature elements used in the flow
compensation are +/-0.075% and +/-0.5% respectively.
Fuel Meters used in accordance with this Code shall be approved Meter types. DEWA shall have the right
to approve the Back-up Fuel Metering Systems proposed by the Generators.
Back-up Fuel Metering Systems shall be operated and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s
recommendations or as otherwise necessary for the Generators to comply with its obligations under this
Code.
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MDEC.8.3 Back-up Fuel Metering System Calibration and Testing
The Generator will apply a certification seal following initial Calibration. The Generator must maintain this
seal intact in order for the Main Back-up Fuel Meters and Check Back-up Fuel Meters to retain certified
status. No Person shall break the seal unless properly authorised to do so. The Generator is responsible
for ensuring that Meter certification is carried out for compliance with the provisions of this Code.
All new Back-up Fuel Metering Systems shall undergo relevant certification tests in accordance with Good
Industry Practice.
All initial Calibration of Main Back-up Fuel Meters and Check Back-up Fuel Meters shall be performed on
behalf of the Generator in a recognised test facility (including any Meter manufacturer’s works). These tests
shall be performed in accordance with the relevant IEC standards. A uniquely identifiable Calibration record
shall be provided by the recognised test facility before the Meter enters service.
Meters removed from service must be re-certified before reconnection for use under this Code.
Commissioning tests shall be carried out on all new Back-up fuel Metering Systems providing Metering
Data before the Connection is placed into service and in accordance with Good Industry Practice.
Commissioning tests shall also be carried out before reconnection where replacement Back-up Fuel
Metering System is fitted as part of an existing Back-up Fuel Metering System. No Connection or
reconnection shall be permitted unless the tests are passed.
that the Back-up Fuel Metering System meets the requirements of this Code.
General
Periodic Calibration of all Main Back-up Fuel Meters and Check Back-up Fuel Meters shall be undertaken
by DEWA to ensure that the requirements of this Code are met at all relevant times. The Calibration of
Main Back-up Fuel Meters and Check Back-up Fuel Meters shall be performed in a recognised test facility
(including any Meter manufacturer’s works). The tests shall be performed in accordance with the relevant
ISO standards and shall confirm that Main Back-up Fuel Meter and Check Back-up Fuel Meter accuracy is
within the limits stated in MDEC.8.2.1. The Calibration record shall be uniquely identifiable, retained in a
safe place and the significant details (identification number, date, names and status of authorised testing
Persons and accuracy results) recorded in the Meter Registration System.
All Main Back-up Fuel Meters and Check Back-Up Fuel Meters shall be tested by DEWA for accuracy in
accordance with Good Industry Practice at specified intervals thereafter to verify that operation is within the
prescribed limits of error associated with the accuracy given in MDEC.8.2.1.
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Main Back-up Fuel Meters and Check Back-up Fuel Meters shall also be tested in accordance with Good
Industry Practice outside of the prescribed intervals stated below if the Main Back-up Fuel Meter and
Check Back-up Fuel Meter in a Back-up Fuel Metering System diverges by more than 1.5 times the
prescribed limit of error associated with the accuracy given in MDEC.8.2.1.
Timing of Back-up Fuel Meter Tests
All Main Back-up Fuel Meters and Check Back-up Fuel Meters shall be re-calibrated at intervals of not less
than one year but not exceeding 2 years.
If any item of a Back-up Fuel Metering System is suspected of performing incorrectly, the Generator may
request DEWA to carry out a test in accordance with Good Industry Practice to confirm correct operation
and accuracy. DEWA shall carry out any test so requested. The Generator shall be given 24 hours notice
of such tests and be invited to witness the tests. Test results shall be made available promptly and in
writing to the affected parties.
Code, then these errors shall be recorded before promptly adjusting, repairing or renewing the Back-up
Fuel Metering System (or part thereof) or replacing defective components. In such cases substitute
Metering Data shall be provided in accordance with relevant PPA/PWPA.
The Back-up Fuel Metering System shall be restored to service and proved to be operating within the
prescribed limits of accuracy as soon as is reasonably practicable. Upon the completion, examination,
maintenance, repair, recalibration or replacement of any component in the Back-up Fuel Metering System
in accordance with Good Industry Practice, the Back-up Fuel Metering System shall be sealed.
MDEC.8.4 Back-up Fuel Metering System and Data Security and Registration
MDEC.8.4.1 Back-up Fuel Meter Access and Sealing
All Back-up Fuel Metering Systems and associated communications equipment shall be located in a secure
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The Generators and DEWA shall jointly seal the Main Back-up Fuel Meter and Check Back-up Fuel Meter
including data collection equipment and associated modems and telephone links. Only DEWA’s personnel
shall break such seals. The Generators shall be given at least forty-eight (48) hours' advance notice of the
breaking of seals. No such notice will be necessary when the breaking of a seal is necessitated by the
occurrence of an Emergency.
Neither DEWA nor the Generator shall tamper or otherwise interfere with any part of the Back-up Fuel
Metering System in any way. Where it is established that the Back-up Fuel Metering System has been
tampered or interfered with, then until such tampering or interference has been rectified either:
Back-up Fuel Metering System; or
 if there is no other relevant Back-up Fuel Metering System or it is established to have been tampered or
interfered with, the quantity shall be agreed by the parties, or, in the absence of such agreement, either
DEWA or the Generator shall be entitled to refer the matter to an Expert for determination.
Where The Generator requires the right of access or to deal in some other way with a Back-up Fuel Meter
or Back-up Fuel Metering System for the purposes of this Code, all such necessary rights shall be granted
by DEWA. All such rights should be set down in the relevant PPA/PWPA where this is practicable.
The right of access provided for in this Code includes the right to bring onto the Generator’s property any
vehicles, plant, machinery and maintenance or other materials as shall be reasonably necessary for the
purposes of performance of obligations under this Code.
MDEC.8.4.2 Back-up Fuel Meter Records
DEWA shall label all Main Back-up Fuel Meters and Check Back-up Fuel Meters with a unique
identification number from lists maintained by DEWA.
Back-up Fuel Metering Systems. These records shall include but not be limited to the dates and results of
any tests, readings, adjustments or inspection carried out and the dates on which any seal was applied or
broken. The reasons for any seal being broken and the Persons, and their affiliations, attending any such
tests, readings, inspections or sealings shall be recorded.
DEWA shall ensure that the pertinent data (Appendix D) is entered into the Meter Registration System.
Such data shall be kept up to date.
MDEC.8.4.3 Back-up fuel Meter Registration
Back-up Fuel Metering Systems shall be registered in a central database, the Meter Registration System,
of the Meter Registration System is to provide a complete accurate and up to date central database of all
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Registration System shall contain, as a minimum, specific information at each Back-up Fuel Delivery Point
as indicated in Appendix D.
DEWA is responsible for ensuring that data relating to all changes to a Back-up Fuel Meter System
including any changes to the types of data set out in Appendix D. Any other information regarding each
Back-up Fuel Delivery Point as may be reasonably required by DEWA shall be recorded in the Meter
Registration System.
the replacement or disconnection of a Meter.
be freely accessed by the Generator.
MDEC.8.5 Back-up Fuel Metering Tank Dipping Process
Following each delivery of Back-up Fuel to the Generator and at the end of each calendar month, DEWA
and the Generator shall jointly determine the quantity of Back-up Fuel delivered by dipping the Back-up
Fuel storage tanks.
The Back-up Fuel storage tanks shall be dipped in accordance with the latest version of procedures ASTM
D1250 – Standards for Petroleum Measurements.
The results of the dipping test shall be made available to DEWA by the Generator within five (5) working
days.
MDEC.9 Data Exchange
MDEC.9.1 General
Meters must be installed at each Delivery Point.
At each Delivery Point, Meters and/or Metering Systems shall be installed, operated and maintained and
Metering shall take place sufficient for all purposes of this Code. The Delivery Points shall be at the
ownership boundary and shall be set out in each PWPA.
Metering Data needs to, and is required by this part of the Code, to flow to and from DEWA to inform the
process of preparation and calculation of invoices and the assessment, verification and where appropriate,
challenging of these invoice, as well as for accounting and record keeping purposes.
The data requirements can be considered in two parts,

a. Metered Data that measures Output; and
b. Availability Notices and the corresponding supporting data.
DEWA and the Generators in respect of each Meter shall in good faith, and in accordance with Good
Industry Practice conduct such Metering operations as may be necessary to produce and record complete
and accurate Metering Data.
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Where this Code requires Data to be exchanged between the Generator and DEWA or invoices to pass
between them supported by Metering Data, DEWA and the Generator shall undertake Meter reading at the
times required by this Code. If no time is specified for Meter reading to take place, Meter reading shall take
place as close in time as possible to the time required in relation to the relevant invoice or Metering Data
flow specified in this Code. All Metering Data shall include the time or times at which Meter reading took
place.
The Metering Data shall be provided by making accurate readings of the relevant Meter or Meters,
accurately recording the Metering Data arising from those readings and supplying that Metering Data in
accordance with the terms of this Code.
DEWA and the Generators shall carry out Metering Data quality checks in accordance with MDEC.5.3,
MDEC.6.3, MEDC.7.4 and MDEC.8.3. Where Metering Data is supplied by one Person to another pursuant
to this Code, the Person supplying the Metering Data shall declare in writing to the Person to whom the
Metering Data is supplied any lack of completeness or accuracy in such Metering Data of which the Person
supplying it is aware. This requirement applies both at the time at which the Metering Data is supplied and
also requires written notification of inaccuracy or incompleteness to be provided as soon as possible after it
is discovered, if the Metering Data concerned has already been supplied.
MDEC.9.2 Data Requirements and Flows
The specific items of data that must between the various entities to satisfy the conditions of the relevant
contracts are shown in Appendix E, Table 5.
Each table shows for a specific contract:

a. In column A - The data item
b. For each item of data
c. In column B - The Person who is obliged to conduct Metering as the producer of the data;
d. In column C - The entity who is obliged to send the data to the recipient of the data;
e. In column D - The recipient of the data;
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f. In column E - The purpose of the data flow;

 The frequency of
 Metering the data (specified in Column F) required to comply with this Code
 Sending the data (specified in Column G) required to comply with this Code
 The format of
 Data collection (specified in Column H) required to comply with this Code
 Data transmission (specified in Column I) required to comply with this Code
MDEC.9.3 Metering Data Validation and Quality checks
Metering Data relating to quantities of Active Energy, Reactive Energy and water entering or exiting each
system shall be collected, validated and aggregated as required for the proper functioning of invoicing in
accordance with the relevant parties.
In cases where Metering Data is not available due to a failure of the Main Meter or its associated
equipment such as CT, VT, cabling or Protection devices, or in cases where the Main Meter has been
proven to have operated outside the prescribed limits of error, the Metering Data obtained from the Check
Meter shall be admissible.
In cases where estimated or substitute Metering Data will be used as required to rules set out in
procedures between DEWA and the Generator in the PPA/PWPA as applicable.
MDEC.9.4 Metering Data Communications System
The remote communications provided in connection with any Metering System should conform to the
requirements of this section, MDEC.9.4.
Meters shall be provided with either integral or separate Local Outstations. Any Local Outstations must be
capable of being connected to and interrogated by future Remote Instations within DEWA. The Remote
Instations would read the Metering Data at the specified time and frequency.
Any Metering communications system would be independent from the operational SCADA data systems in
order to avoid potential conflicts of interfacing and protocol.
The Metering communication system would be a duplex system, wherever possible, i.e., each Remote
Instation shall be able to interrogate both the Meter Outstations over either of two communication routes.
MDEC.9.4.1 Local Outstations
Any local Outstation that is installed (whether internal or external) should have facilities to enable Metering
Data to be interrogated locally and for the required Metering Data to be provided to Remote Instations.
Separate ports shall be used for local and remote interrogations wherever possible.
The interrogation ports shall be opto-coupler ports with a serial protocol such as DLMS protocol for
Metering. The local interrogation port shall be capable of use for commissioning, maintenance and fault
finding, time setting, in addition to the transfer of Metering Data and alarms. A series of security levels and
coding facilities shall be provided to limit access to data and other features to authorised Persons only.
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Local Outstations shall perform processing of Data.
The local Outstation data should conform to a format and protocol specified by relevant parties.
Facilities shall be provided to select a relevant Demand period from one of the following values - 60, 30, 15
and 10 minutes with, in each case, one Demand period ending on the hour.
A secure power supply shall be provided to each Local Outstation system with separate fusing for each
local Outstation.
Where a local Outstation system uses a separate modem the modem shall be provided with a secure
supply, separately fused. Alternatively, line or battery powered modem types may be used.
The local Outstations shall provide an alarm output signal at a manned point in the event of a supply
failure.
Metering Data together with alarm indications, and local Outstation time and date shall be capable of being
transferred on request during the interrogation process.
In the event of a local Outstation failure, any partial Demand values, Data associated with a local
Outstation supply failure and/or restoration, and zero Demand values associated with a local Outstation
supply failure, shall be marked so that a future interrogation can identify them.
Local Interrogation Units may be used to interrogate the local Outstations for the purposes of
commissioning, maintenance/fault finding and when necessary the retrieval of stored Metering Data.
MDEC.9.4.2 Remote Instations
Remote Instations would be computer-based systems that collect or receive Metering Data on a routine
basis from local Outstations.
The broad specification for the Remote Instations would be similar to those for local Outstations outlined
above. The Remote Instations would be fitted with separate ports for local and remote interrogations. The
local interrogation port would be capable of use for commissioning, maintenance and fault finding, time
setting. A series of security levels and coding facilities will be provided to limit access to data and other
features to authorised Persons only.
Remote Instations would be capable of collecting all Metering Data by daily interrogation or other time
interval to be specified. It should however, be possible to repeat collections of Metering Data at any time
throughout the local Outstation data storage period.
MDEC.9.4.3 Communications
All data communications equipment shall conform to the relevant International Telecommunications Union
(ITU) standards and recommendations for data transmission over telecommunications systems.
Interrogation of local Outstations shall be possible using any of the following media, as specified by
relevant Persons:
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a. public switched telephone networks;

b. radio data networks;
c. DEWA private network;
d. mains signalling / power line carrier channels/fibre optic channels; and
e. low power radio.
In addition the relevant parties may specify other media and the format and protocol of any Metering Data.
Error checking facilities should be included in all communication facilities between local Outstations and
Remote Instations.
MDEC.9.5 Data Display and Storage
MDEC.9.5.1 Registers
The Metering Systems shall Meter the quantities on a continuous 24 hour basis and the Data shall be
displayed on a non-volatile Meter Register. The language of displays shall be English.
Where Meters provide Metering Data to local Outstations external to the Meter, the local Outstations should
provide two outputs per measured quantity.
Where a separate local Outstation is used, cumulative register values should be provided in the local
Outstation that can be set to match and increment with the Meter Registers.
MDEC.9.5.2 Storage
Any local Outstations provided should have the capability to store all Metering Data collected by the
respective Meters including alarms and other functions for relevant parties for two (2)] complete calender
months.
DEWA and the Generators shall store Metering Data in accordance with this Code and shall retain a copy
of the data in electronic format in accordance with Table 6.1. shall include the following essential
parameters; time period, Meter indentifacion number, Meter readings.
DEWA shall maintain a log in the form of electronic storage of digital data of all data from all Metering
Systems and local Outstations and the associated data received from the Generators for at least ten (10)
complete operational years.
DEWA and the Generators shall ensure that back-up copies of data in electronic format are made in
accordance with Table 6.1. All back up copies shall be made promptly at the end of the period or
immediately following completion of the data set.
Table 1: Data Storage by DEWA and the Generators

Data Frequency of back Place of storage Retained for Comment
up
Current day’s End of each working On site One complete Each day’s back up
working data (1) day week stored separately
Current week’s Each Thursday at One copy at One complete Each week’s back
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Data Frequency of back Place of storage Retained for Comment

up
working data (1) the end of working Generator’s; month up stored
day One copy at DEWA separately
Current month’s Each month at the One copy at the One complete year
working data (1) end of the last Generator site;
working day One copy at DEWA
Each month of First working day of One copy at the Five Financial Finalised means all
finalised data following month Generator site; Years settlements agreed.
One copy at DEWA
One Financial One copy at DEWA; Ten Financial
Year’s set of One copy at another Years
finalised data site
Notes:
(1) The period of a day, a week or a month will be defined in the PPA/PWPAs
(2) Current period, i.e., day, etc, means all work undertaken in that period including new data and changes to existing data.
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Appendix A. Accuracy of Electricity

Metering System
A.1. Electricity Meter Standards
A.1.1. Standards
The following standards are among those related to this Code:
IEC Standard 60687 – Alternating current static watt-hour meters for active energy (classes 0.2 S and 0.5
S)
IEC Standard 61036 - Alternating current static watt-hour meters for active energy (classes 1 and 2)
IEC Standard 60521 – Alternating current watt-hour meters (classes 0.5, 1 and 2)
IEC Standard 61268 – Alternating current static var-hour meters for reactive energy (classes 2 and 3)
IEC Standard 60044 Part 1 – Current transformers
IEC Standard 60044 Part 2 – Voltage transformers
IEC Standard 60044 Part 3 – Combined transformers
IEC Standard 61107 – Data exchange for meter reading – direct local data exchange.
All electricity Metering Systems and electricity Meters shall comply with the relevant standards current at
the time that the PPA/PWPA is signed.
A.1.2. Overall Accuracy Requirements
For the measurement and Metering of Active Energy, Reactive Energy, Active Power, Metering System
shall be tested and calibrated to operate within the overall limits of error set out in Table A -1, after taking
due account of CT and VT errors and the resistance of cabling or circuit protection. Calibration equipment
shall be traceable to a recognised national or international standard.
Table 2: Overall Accuracy of an Electricity Metering System

Condition Limits of Error at Stated Power Factor for Active Power and Energy
Measurement
Current Expressed as a Power Factor Limits of Error for Connections
Percentage of Rated Measuring
Current
120% to 10% inclusive 1 ±0.5%
Below 10% to 5% 1 ±0.7%
Below 5% to 1% 1 ±1.5%
120% to 10% inclusive 0.5 lag ±1.0%
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Condition Limits of Error at Stated Power Factor for Active Power and Energy
Measurement
120% to 10% inclusive 0.8 lead ±1.0%
Condition Limits of Error for Reactive Power and Energy at Stated Power Factor
Current Expressed as a Power Factor Limits of Error for Connections
Percentage of Rated Measuring.
Current
{120%} to 10% inclusive 0 ±4.0%
{120%} to 20% inclusive 0.866 lag ±5.0%
{120%} to 20% inclusive 0.866 lead ±5.0%
A.1.3. Metering System Accuracy Classes
The accuracy class or equivalent shall as a minimum be as follows:
Table 3: Equipment Accuracy Classes

Equipment Type Equipment Accuracy Class
Current Transformers (Note 1) 0.2S
Voltage Transformers 0.2
Active Energy and Power Meters (Note 2) 0.2S
Reactive Energy and Power Meters 2
Note 1: Current transformers shall meet the class accuracy requirements irrespective of CT secondary ratings.
Note 2: A Meter accuracy class of 0.5 may be used where energy transfers to be measured by the entry/exit Meter during normal operating
conditions is such that the metered current will be above 5% of the rated measuring current for periods equivalent to 10% or greater per
annum (excluding periods of zero current).
A.2. Water Metering System Standards
International Standards
ISO 4064: Measurement of Water Flows in Closed Conduits – Meters for Cold Potable Water (Parts 1, 2
and 3)
OIML R 49 – Water Meters Intended for the Metering of Cold Potable Water
ISO 7066-1:1997 - Measurement of Liquid Flow – Assessment Of Uncertainty In The Calibration And Use
Of Flow Measurement Devices.
BS EN 14154-1:2005 - Water meters. General requirements
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A.3. Gas Metering System Standards
The recommendations of the following standards shall be complied with as part of this IWPP Code:
BS EN 12261:2002 Gas Meters - Gas Turbine Meters
ISO 9951:1993 Measurement of gas flow in closed conduits – Turbine Meters
AGA Report No. 7, Measurement of Gas by Turbine Meter (2006)
AGA Report No. 8, Compressibility factor of Gas and Related Hydrocarbon Gases (Detailed methodology
only)
AGA Report No. 9, Measurement of Gas by Multipath Ultrasonic Flowmeters (2007)
AGA Report No. 10, Speed of Sound in Natural Gas and other Related Hydrocarbon Gases, (2003)
A.4. Back-up Fuel Metering System Standards
API Manual of Petroleum Measurement Standards
BS 7405:1991 – Guide to Selection and Application of Flow meters
OIML R117 Measuring systems for liquids other than water
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Appendix B. Labelling of Meters
B.1. General
Each Meter shall be allocated a unique Meter identification number that will be given by DEWA and
recorded in the Meter Registration System.
The number shall be marked permanently on the Meter in a position that is clearly visible under all normal
viewing of the Meter.
The number will be quoted on all records arising from and related to the Meter including Meter readings.
Test blocks and other related Metering equipment should be clearly identified with the Metering System
with which they are associated.
B.2. Entry and exit labelling
The following standard method of labelling Meters, test blocks, etc; based on the definitions for entry and
exit shall be incorporated. The required labelling shall be as follows.
Active Energy
Meters or Meter Registers shall be labelled

 “Entry” for all Active Energy flows normally entering the Transmission System, and
 “Exit” for all Active Energy flows normally leaving or exiting the Transmission System,
Reactive Energy
Within the context of this Code the relationship between Active Energy and Reactive Energy can be best
established by means of the power factor. The following table gives the relationship:
Table 4: Reactive Energy entry/exit Convention

Flow of Active Energy Power Factor Flow of Reactive Energy
Entry Lagging Entry
Entry Leading Exit
Entry Unity zero
Exit Lagging Exit
Exit Leading Entry
Exit Unity zero
Meters or Meter Registers for registering entry Reactive Energy should be labelled “Entry” and those for
registering exit Reactive Energy should be labelled “Exit”.
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Appendix C. Commissioning Tests
This Appendix sets out the tests and checks that shall be included in the Metering Systems commissioning
programme. Metering System shall in addition have basic tests carried out on earthing, insulation, together
with all other tests that would normally be conducted in accordance with Good Industry Practice.
C.1. Measurement Transformers
For all installations with new/replaced Measurement Transformers DEWA shall ensure that from site tests
and inspections the following are confirmed and recorded:
1. Details of the installed units, including serial numbers, rating, accuracy classes, ratio(s);
2. CT ratio and polarity for selected tap; and
3. VT ratio and phasing for each winding.
For installations with existing Measurement Transformers the Meter Owner shall ensure that, wherever
practically possible, 1, 2 and 3 above are implemented, but as a minimum must confirm and record VT and
CT ratios. If it is not possible to confirm the CT ratio on site, the reason must be recorded on the
commissioning record and details must be obtained from any relevant Person.
C.2. Measurement Transformer Leads and Burdens
For all installations the Meter Owner shall wherever practically possible:
1. Confirm that the VT and CT Connections are correct;
2. Confirm that the VT and CT Burden ratings are not exceeded; and
3. Determine and record the value of any Burdens (including any Burdens not associated with Metering
Systems or Meters) necessary to provide evidence of the overall Metering accuracy.
C.3. Metering
C.3.1. General Tests and Checks
The following may be performed on-site or elsewhere (e.g. factory, Meter test station, laboratory, etc):
1. Record the Metering System details required by the Meter Registration System;
2. Confirm that the VT/CT ratios applied to the Meter(s) agree with the site Measurement Transformer
ratios;
3. Confirm correct operation of Meter test terminal blocks where these are fitted (e.g. CT/VT operated
Metering);
4. Check that all cabling and wiring of the new or modified installation is correct;
5. Confirm that Meter registers advance (and that output pulses are produced for Meters which are linked
to separate Outstations) for entry and where appropriate exit flow directions. Confirm Meter operation
separately for each phase current and for normal polyphase current operation;
6. Where separate Outstations are used confirm the Meter to Outstation channel allocations and that the
Meter units per pulse values or equivalent data are correct; and
7. Confirm that the local interrogation facility (Meter or Outstation) and local display etc operate correctly.
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C.3.2. Site Tests
The following tests shall be performed on site:

1. Check any site cabling, wiring, Connections not previously checked under clauses D.1, D.2 and D.3.1
above;
2. Confirm that Meter/Outstation is set to UTC (Dubai time) within +/- 5 seconds;
3. Check that the voltage and the phase rotation of the measurement supply at the Meter terminals are
correct;
4. Record Meter start readings (including date and time of readings);
5. Wherever practically possible, a primary prevailing load test (or where necessary a Primary injection
test) shall be performed which confirms that the Meter(s) is registering the correct primary energy
values and that the overall installation and operation of the Metering installation are correct;
6. Where for practical or safety reasons (5) is not possible then the reason shall be recorded on the
commissioning record and a secondary prevailing load or injection test shall be performed to confirm
that the Meter registration is correct including, where applicable, any Meter VT/CT ratios. In such cases
the VT/CT ratios shall have been determined separately as detailed under D.1: Measurement
Transformers, above;
7. Record values of the Meter(s)/Outstation(s) displayed or stored Metering Data (at a minimum one
complete half-hour value with the associated date and time of the reading) on the commissioning
record;
8. Confirm the operation of Metering System alarms (not data alarm or flags in the transmitted data); and
9. Confirm from Meter owner that accuracy certificates exist for the Meters.
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Appendix D. Meter Registration Data
The Meter Registration System forms the Metering database and holds Metering Data relating to Metering.
Data in the Meter Register shall be treated as confidential and only relevant Metering Data should be
released to the Generator.
Metering Data to be contained in the Meter Register should include, but is not limited to the following:
 A unique Meter identification number;
 Connection and the Actual Metering Point data, including:
 location and reference details (i.e. drawing numbers)
 participant details at the Electrical Delivery Point
 site identification nomenclature
 Meter owner
 Meter installation details, including;
 serial numbers
 Metering installation identification name
 Meter types and models
 instrument transformer ratios (available and connected)
 test and Calibration programme details: test results and reference test certificates for Meters and
Measurement Transformers
 asset management plan and testing schedule
 Calibration tables, where applied to achieve Meter installation accuracy
 any Meter summation scheme values and multipliers;
 data register coding details;
 Data communication details (when communication systems are used);
 telephone number for access to data;
 communication equipment type and serial numbers;
 communication protocol details or references;
 data conversion details; and
 Generator identifications and access rights.
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Appendix E. Data Requirements
All data requirements are for the purposes of invoicing; DEWA receives data for confirmation and conformance checking purposes only.
Table 5: Data Requirements

Data Item Data Frequency of Format of Comments
Producer Sender Receiver Purpose Measurem Sending Data Data
ent collection transmission
A B C D E F G H I J
MW DEWA DEWA Generator Invoice Hourly Hourly Electronic Electronic Metered data
and paper
MWh DEWA DEWA Generator Invoice Hourly Hourly Electronic Electronic Metered data
and paper
Water Production Generator Generator DEWA Invoice Hourly Hourly Electronic Electronic Metered data
and paper
Notified Data
Day –1 Declarations Generator Generator DEWA Invoice N/A Daily Paper Electronic
Re-declaration Generator Generator DEWA Invoice N/A Daily Paper Electronic
As required
Outage notification Generator Generator DEWA Invoice N/A Daily Paper Electronic
As required
Generation exceptions report Generator Generator DEWA Invoice N/A Weekly Paper Electronic
System Frequency Generator Generator DEWA Invoice Hourly Monthly Electronic Electronic Sent data is
and paper average of start &
end data
Unit Power Factor Generator Generator DEWA Invoice Hourly Monthly Electronic Electronic Sent data is
and paper average of start &
end data
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A B C D E F G H I J
No. of Cold starts Generator Generator DEWA Invoice N/A Monthly Electronic Electronic
and paper
No. of Warm starts Generator Generator DEWA Invoice N/A Monthly Electronic Electronic
and paper
No. of Hot starts Generator Generator DEWA Invoice N/A Monthly Electronic Electronic
and paper
No. of Water Starts Generator Generator DEWA Invoice N/A Monthly Electronic Electronic
and paper
Ambient air temperature Generator Generator DEWA Invoice Hourly Monthly Electronic Electronic Hourly spot
and paper readings
Ambient air pressure Generator Generator DEWA Invoice Hourly Monthly Electronic Electronic Hourly spot
and paper readings
Relative Humidity Generator Generator DEWA Invoice Hourly Monthly Electronic Electronic Hourly spot
and paper readings
Seawater temperature Generator Generator DEWA Invoice Hourly Monthly Electronic Electronic Hourly spot
and paper readings
Water delivered Temperature Generator Generator DEWA Conforma Hourly - Electronic Electronic Continuous
nce to and paper readings
delivery
specificati
on
Water delivered turbidity Generator Generator DEWA Conforma Hourly - Electronic Electronic Continuous
delivery
specificati
on
Water delivered conductivity Generator Generator DEWA Conforma Hourly - Electronic Electronic Continuous
delivery
specificati
on
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A B C D E F G H I J
Water delivered hydrogen ion Generator Generator DEWA Conforma Hourly - Electronic Electronic Continuous
(ph) nce to and paper readings
delivery
specificati
on
Water delivered total organic Generator Generator DEWA Conforma Hourly - Electronic Electronic Continuous
carbons nce to and paper readings
delivery
specificati
on
Water delivered residual Generator Generator DEWA Conforma Hourly - Electronic Electronic Continuous
chlorine nce to and paper readings
delivery
specificati
on
Water delivered Langelier Generator Generator DEWA Conforma Hourly - Electronic Electronic Continuous
saturation index total calcium nce to and paper readings
hardness delivery
specificati
on
Water delivered total alkalinity Generator Generator DEWA Conforma Hourly - Electronic Electronic Continuous
delivery
specificati
on
Gas Metering System Generator Generator DEWA Invoice Hourly Hourly- Electronic Electronic Continuous
Information and paper readings
Back-up Fuel Metering System Generator Generator DEWA Invoice Hourly Hourly- Electronic Electronic Continuous
Information and paper readings
Back-up Fuel Tank Dip Generator Generator DEWA Invoice - Monthly- Electronic Electronic Monthly
Information and paper
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OC Operating Code – Operational Planning 49

OC.1 Introduction _______________________________________________________________________ 49
OC.2 Objective _________________________________________________________________________ 49
OC.3 Scope ___________________________________________________________________________ 49
OC.4 Procedures _______________________________________________________________________ 49
OC.5 Planning of Power Outages __________________________________________________________ 49
OC.5.1 Planning for the following Operational Year ______________________________________________ 50
OC.5.1.1 By the end of March ________________________________________________________________ 50
OC.5.1.2 By the end of August ________________________________________________________________ 50
OC.5.2 Flexible Outage Movements __________________________________________________________ 51
OC.5.3 Amendments to Planned Outages _____________________________________________________ 51
OC.5.4 Power Unit Substitution ______________________________________________________________ 51
OC.5.5 Short Notice Outages _______________________________________________________________ 52
OC.5.6 Forced Outages ___________________________________________________________________ 53
OC.5.7 Release of Power Units _____________________________________________________________ 53
OC.5.8 Return to Service and Overruns _______________________________________________________ 53
OC.6 Data Requirements _________________________________________________________________ 54
Appendix A. Format for Submission of Proposed Station Outage Schedules from Generators ________________ A-1
Appendix B. Operating Parameters ______________________________________________________________ B-1
Appendix C. Typical Generator Performance Chart _________________________________________________ C-1
Tables
A.1: Format for Submission of Proposed Station Outage Schedules from Generators _______________________ A-1
Figures
C.1: Typical Generator Performance Chart ________________________________________________________ C-1
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OC Operating Code – Operational Planning
OC.1 Introduction
This Operational Planning Code is concerned with the:

 provision of data by Generators to DEWA for operational planning purposes
 procedures relating to the coordination of Outages for construction, repair and
maintenance of Apparatus and plant on the Transmission System.
This Code covers planning procedures through various timescales for matching Production
Capacity with forecast Demand plus Operating Margin and water production on the
Transmission System. The procedures coordinate Outages of Power Units and Desalination
Units and Outages of and constraints on parts of the Transmission System to achieve, so far
as possible, DEWA’s security standards.
The Code sets out the data required by DEWA from Generators in order to conduct the
operational planning process, and the procedures to be adopted by DEWA in the planning
and coordination of Outages of Power Units and of the Transmission System.
OC.2 Objective
The objective of this code is to ensure, as far as possible, that DEWA co-ordinates and
approves Outages of Power Units, taking into account Demand forecasts, Desalination
requirements and Transmission System Outages in order to ensure that forecast Demand
plus the Operating Margin is met in accordance with DEWA’s security standards.
OC.3 Scope
In addition to DEWA this Code applies to Generators.
OC.4 Procedures
The procedures in this code cover details of the data required and the time at which the data
needs to be provided to DEWA to allow co-ordination of Outages.
OC.5 Planning of Power Outages
The procedure set out below is to be followed in each Operational Year.
DEWA will indicate to each Production Facility criteria on which the Proposed Station Outage
Schedules should be submitted. The format of the submission is detailed in Appendix A.
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OC.5.1 Planning for the following Operational Year
OC.5.1.1 By the end of March
Each Generator will provide to DEWA a Proposed Station Outage Schedule for the following
October to April inclusive in writing no later than 31 March. The Proposed Station Outage
Schedule shall contain the following information in relation to each proposed Planned Outage:
1. identity of the Power Unit concerned;
2. MW concerned i.e. MW which will not be available as a result of the Outage and that
which will, not withstanding the Outage, still be available;
3. required duration of Outage, including cool down time, turning gear operation and pre-
synchronisation warm up requirements;
4. preferred start date and start time or range of start dates and start times;
5. whether the Outage is a Flexible Outage or an Inflexible Outage, provided that the
Generator must not declare an Outage to be an Inflexible Outage unless prudent operating
practice would not permit the Outage to be declared as a Flexible Outage; and
6. If it is a Flexible Outage:
i. the period for which the Outage could be deferred at the request of DEWA, which
period shall not be more than 30 days in length;
ii. the period for which the Outage could be advanced at the request of DEWA, which
period shall be not more than 10 days in length.
In relation to sub-paragraph (e) above, the Generator must provide DEWA with such evidence
as it may reasonably require in order to substantiate the declaration as an Inflexible Outage
and, if the Generator fails to establish to DEWA’s reasonable satisfaction that the Outage is
required to be an Inflexible Outage, the Outage shall be deemed to have been submitted as a
Flexible Outage with an attendant Flexible Outage Period of 10 days for advancement and 30
days for deferral.
For a Planned Outage in excess of 12 weeks, operational planning of each of these will be
addressed in the relevant PPA/PWPA.
OC.5.1.2 By the end of August
For each week of the following October to April inclusive, DEWA will forecast the maximum
Capacity that may be required from each Production Facility no later than 31 August. This
forecast will be solely based on the maximum Capacity available as specified in the PWPA or
PPA. Under normal circumstances this forecast will not be made available to the Generators
however in the event this forecast is provided to Generators, this will be at the discretion of
DEWA.
During the Period 31 March to 31 August DEWA may, as appropriate, contact each Generator
which has supplied information to seek clarification of information received or such additional
relevant information as is reasonable.
DEWA will on the basis of (i) the maximum generating Capacity required each week (ii) the
Proposed Station Outage Schedules and (iii) the total available Capacity develop a Final
Station Outage Schedule.
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The Final Station Outage Schedule will contain the following information in relation to each
proposed Planned Outage:
Identity of the Power Units concerned;

1. MW concerned (i.e. MW which will not be available as a result of the Outage and that
which will, not withstanding the Outage, still be available);
2. whether the Outage is a Flexible Outage or an Inflexible Outage;
3. start date and start time;
4. if it is a Flexible Outage:
5. the period for which the Outage could be deferred at the request of DEWA, which period
shall be not more than 30 days in length
6. the period for which the Outage could be advanced at the request of DEWA, which period
shall be not more than 10 days in length.
OC.5.2 Flexible Outage Movements
In the case of a Flexible Outage, DEWA may, upon giving a Generator written notice of not
less than 7 days require the start date or start time of the Flexible Outage to be advanced or
deferred within the Flexible Outage Period, the Generator will take that Outage in accordance
with the revised timing set out in that notice.
OC.5.3 Amendments to Planned Outages
In the cases of:

 a Flexible Outage which DEWA would like to move outside the Flexible Outage Period
 a Flexible Outage which DEWA would like to move within the Flexible Outage Period at
less than seven days notice
 an Inflexible Outage which DEWA would like to move.
DEWA may, upon giving a Generator written notice, request that the start date or start time of
a Planned Outage be advanced or deferred.
If the Generator agrees to such advancement or deferral, or DEWA and the Generator agrees
to some other advancement or deferral, the Generator will take the Outage in accordance
with DEWA’s requirements.
If there is no agreement, then the Outage will not be taken by the Generator.
OC.5.4 Power Unit Substitution
A Generator may, on reasonable grounds, by notice submitted to DEWA in writing at any time
during the period October to April inclusive, request that a Power Unit for which there is a
Flexible Outage, as specified in the Final Station Outage Schedule, remain in service and that
one of the other Power Units at the same Production Facility (having substantially the same
Capacity and Operating Parameters) be permitted to be taken out of service during the period
for which such Flexible Outage has been Planned. DEWA shall not unreasonably withhold its
consent to such substitution and, if DEWA does consent, the Final Station Outage Schedule
shall be amended and the Generator shall be entitled to take the Outage accordingly.
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OC.5.5 Short Notice Outages
At any time a Generator may request from DEWA a Short Notice Outage. The request notice
must contain the following information:
 identity of the Power Unit(s) concerned;
 the reasons why the Short Notice Outage is being requested and the effect of the Short
Notice Outage on the Operating Parameters and the equipment which is affected;
 the expected date and start time of the Short Notice Outage;
 the estimated date and time on which the Power Unit and/or Desalination Unit and/or the
plant is expected to return to commercial operation; and
 full details of any restrictions or Risk of Trip of a Power Unit and/or the plant caused by the
problem associated with the Short Notice Outage.
On receipt of a request notice for a Short Notice Outage, DEWA shall consider the request
and shall, having discussed the position with the Generator, reply in writing indicating:
 acceptance of the request, confirming the requested start time and duration of the Short
Notice Outage; or
 proposals for the advancement or deferment of the Short Notice Outage if taken, indicating
alternative start time and duration; or
 rejection of the request.
If DEWA has accepted the request, the Short Notice Outage, if taken, must be taken by the
Generator in accordance with DEWA’s requirements.
If DEWA has indicated an alternative start time and/or duration, DEWA and the Generator
must discuss the alternative and any other options which may arise during the discussions. If
agreement is reached, then the Short Notice Outage, if taken, must be taken by the
Generator in accordance with DEWA’s requirements.
If DEWA refuses the request or if agreement is not reached then the Short Notice Outage
may not be taken by the Generator.
If, in respect of a particular Power Unit, DEWA has rejected requests on two successive
occasions, which were not more than 7 days apart, DEWA may not reject a third request.
However, DEWA may require that such Outage, if it is to be during the Summer Period, be
deferred if, in DEWA’s reasonable opinion, were the Short Notice Outage not to be deferred:
 the Transmission System security standards might not be met; or
 there would otherwise be insufficient generating Capacity to meet forecast Demand and
the Operating Margin.
Any such deferral shall be for so long as the above circumstances exist, but shall not be
beyond the end of the month following the end of the Summer Period.
In the event that a Short Notice Outage is scheduled pursuant to this subsection, DEWA shall
by notice in writing to confirm the details thereof within one day after the details of the Short
Notice Outage have been settled. Such notice shall contain the following information:
 the identity and Capacity of the Power Unit(s) concerned;
 full details of the problem;
 maximum allowed duration of the Outage; and
 the start date and start time.
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OC.5.6 Forced Outages
In the event that a Power Unit suffers a Forced Outage, the relevant Generators shall
immediately inform DEWA by written notice and giving the Generator’s best estimate of the
date and time by which the Power Unit is likely to have been repaired and restored to its full
level of Availability.
A Generator shall following a Forced Outage and within 24hours of the commencement of the
Outage, provide DEWA with written notice of information and any updates to information as
DEWA may reasonably require. The Generator shall use all reasonable endeavours to ensure
that the Power Unit is repaired and restored to its full level of Availability as soon as possible
and in accordance with Good Industry Practice.
OC.5.7 Release of Power Units
Generators may only undertake Planned Outages with DEWA agreement in accordance with
Outage programmes produced pursuant to this Operational Planning Code.
Power Units must not be withdrawn for a Planned Outage or a Short Notice Outage without
DEWA’s formal permission for such release according to the procedures set out below.
DEWA’s formal permission shall specify:

 the identity of the Power Unit and Capacity concerned (i.e. Capacity which will not be
available as a result of the Outage and that which will, notwithstanding the Outage, still be
available, if any);
 the duration of the Outage; and
 the start date and start time.
DEWA may withhold its permission for the release of a Power Unit for a Planned Outage or a
Short Notice Outage where such Outage has previously been planned in accordance with this
Operational Planning Code where, in DEWA’s reasonable opinion (were such Outage not to
be deferred):
 the Transmission System security standards could not be met; or
 there would be insufficient Capacity to meet forecast Demand and the Operating Margin.
DEWA may require the Generator to continue to defer such Outage for so long as the above
circumstances exist.
OC.5.8 Return to Service and Overruns
Where a Power Unit is not expected to be fully available upon its return to service, the
Generator shall state the Active Power level at which the Power Unit is expected to be
available. In the case of a Power Unit that is capable of generating from more than one
primary resource of energy, the Availability must be stated for each resource.
In the case of a return from a Planned Outage earlier than expected, notice of return to
service must be given as far as possible in advance of return but in any event not later than 7
days before the expiry of the Planned Outage period. It shall be at DEWA’s sole discretion to
accept whether the Planned Outage has ended.
In the case of a return from a Planned Outage later than expected, notice of return to service
must be given not later than 2 days before the expiry of the Planned Outage period and shall
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state the reason for the delay in the return of the Power Unit to service and the Generator’s
best estimate of the date and time at which the Power Unit will return to service.
During the period of delay in returning the Power Unit to service the applicable penalty factor
as specified in the PPA or PWPA shall be applied to the deduction for unavailability.
When a Planned Outage takes longer than expected, any subsequent Planned Outage which
was to commence during the delay period shall not be taken unless agreed with DEWA.
A Generator must use all reasonable endeavours to ensure that, in respect of each Planned
Outage, the Planned Outage as included in the Final Station Outage Schedule (or as moved
in accordance with this Operational Planning Code) is carried out.
Before returning from any Outage other than a Planned Outage, a Generator must inform
DEWA, as far in advance as reasonably possible that its Power Unit is returning to service.
The Generator must, in addition, provide an Availability Notice in accordance with the
Scheduling and Dispatch Code on the day prior to the Schedule Day on which the Power Unit
is to return to service.
If at any time during an Outage the Generator becomes aware that its Power Unit will not be
Available by the expiry of the period specified for the duration of the Outage in the Final
Station Outage Schedule or as otherwise notified in the case of Outages other than Planned
Outages, the Generator shall notify DEWA immediately in writing stating the reason for the
delay and the Generator’s best estimate of the date and time by which the Power Unit will
actually have been maintained, repaired or restored to be Available in accordance with the
Scheduling and Dispatch Code.
OC.6 Data Requirements
Each Generator shall submit in writing to DEWA prior to the end of each Operational Year the
following data for the next Operational Year in respect of each Power Unit:
 the Generator Performance Chart; and
 the Operating Parameters to be applied from the beginning of the next Operational Year.
The submissions shall be in the format indicated in Appendix B and Appendix C. The data
shall be reconfirmed annually even where it has already been provided or specified under a
PPA or PWPA.
DEWA shall use the Operating Parameters for Operational Planning purposes only and not
for Scheduling and Dispatch. These data will however, form the basis for Operating
Parameters that the Generators will submit/update within the Scheduling and Dispatch
Codes.
In the case of a Power Unit which is capable of generating from different primary resources of
energy, the Generator shall submit to DEWA, the Operating Parameters in respect of each
resource, each clearly marked to indicate for which resource it applies.
The Generator Performance Charts must be submitted for each Power Unit separately
showing output at the generator terminals under reference conditions. They shall include the
details shown in Appendix C.
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The Generator Performance Chart shall be supported by correction curves or formulas to

enable DEWA to assess the variation in performance over expected ambient temperatures
and for other parameters that could affect the output of the Power Unit from reference
conditions.
For each Production Facility with both Desalination Units and Power Units, Generators shall
submit in writing to DEWA the combination of Desalination Units and Power Units that could
be running for any given combination of Capacity and Desalinated water outputs.
Each Generator shall provide details of the automatic generation control capability for each
Power Unit.
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Appendix A. Format for Submission of Proposed Station Outage

Schedules from Generators
A.1: Format for Submission of Proposed Station Outage Schedules from Generators
To Production Planning (Gen)/ Transmission Operations Fax No:
Department
FROM: PRODUCTION FACILITY
PROPOSED STATION OUTAGE SCHEDULE FOR YEAR Date sent:
Power Unit Registered Unavailable Outage duration Preferred start date or Flexible Outage If Outage flexible. Period Outage could be
No Capacity MW Capacity range of start dates or not
deferred advanced
MW
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
A-1
Appendix B. Operating Parameters
The following parameters are required for each Power Unit
Registered Capacity under reference conditions supported by curves showing changes in output for
significant variables such as temperature.
For each Power Unit:

a. the minimum notice required to synchronise the Power Unit or a CCGT Module from a condition of
de-synchronisation
b. the minimum time between synchronising different Power Units or CCGT Modules in a Production
Facility
c. the minimum Power Unit Active Power requirements on synchronising, expressed as a block Load in
the case of a power generating facility (with more than one Power Unit) e.g. gas turbine generating
set and a steam turbine generating set
d. maximum Power Unit, or CCGT Module, loading rates from synchronisation for the following
conditions:
i. Hot
ii. Warm
iii. Cold
e. minimum time off load
f. maximum Power Unit, or in the case of a CCGT Module, deloading rates for the following conditions:
i. Hot
ii. Warm
iii. Cold
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Appendix C. Typical Generator

Performance Chart
C.1: Typical Generator Performance Chart
VAR Limit Line
* Practical Stability Manual Restrictive Line

Limit MW
0.95
0.9 0.9 Power Factors
0.95
0.85
300
0.8
Turbine Limit
0.05
0.75
0.7
0.05
200
Rotor
Heating
Theoretical 100
Stability * Practical stability limit
Limit
calculated allowing a 4%
margin at full load, a 12%
margin at no load and
proportional margins at
intermediate loads
200 100 0 100 200 300

Leading Lagging
MVAR
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SDC1.1 Introduction ______________________________________________________________________ 56
SDC1.2 Objective ________________________________________________________________________ 56
SDC1.3 Scope ___________________________________________________________________________ 56
SDC1.4 Procedures _______________________________________________________________________ 56
SDC1.4.1 Data Provided to DEWA by the Generators ______________________________________________ 56
SDC1.4.2 Compilation of the Generation Schedule and Desalination Schedule __________________________ 57
Appendix A. Timescale Diagram For Main Actions From Scheduling & Dispatch Code 1 _____________________ A-1
Appendix B. Daily Status Form __________________________________________________________________ B-1
Table A.1: Appendix A. Timescale Diagram For Main Actions From Scheduling & Dispatch Code 1 ___________ A-1
Table B.1: Power Units ________________________________________________________________________ B-1
Table B.2: Desalination Units ___________________________________________________________________ B-2
Table B.3: Detail any Special Factors or Temporary Changes that may affect Power Units or Desalination Unit
outputs. _________________________________________________________________________ B-3
Table B.4: Generating Plant Performance Data Codes ________________________________________________ B-4
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SDC1 Scheduling and Dispatch Code SC1 -

Generation and Desalination Scheduling
SDC1.1 Introduction
The scheduling of Power Units depends on the pattern of Demand on the Transmission System, the
running cost of each Production Facility, Desalination requirements of DEWA, and the flexibility of
operation of Power Units and Desalination Units.
SC1 sets out the following procedures to facilitate production of a Generation Schedule and
Desalination Schedule.
 the submission of a Daily Status Form (and revisions) by Generators to DEWA for the Power Units
and Desalination Units including the mode of operation for each Power Unit; and
 the issue by DEWA of a Generation Schedule and Desalination Schedule on the day before the
next Schedule Day as a statement of which Power Units and Desalination Units may be required.
SDC1.2 Objective
The objectives of SC.1 are as follows:

 To specify the data to be provided by Generators to enable DEWA to prepare the Generation
Schedule and Desalination Schedule; and
 To specify the timetable for the preparation and issue of the Generation Schedule and Desalination
Schedule.
SDC1.3 Scope
The Scheduling Code SC1 applies to DEWA and to the Generators.
SDC1.4 Procedures
The timetable for main actions within this Code is given in Appendix A.
Where information is requested in writing throughout this Code, facsimile transmission or other
electronic means as agreed with DEWA in writing may be used. All correspondence shall be in the
English language.
SDC1.4.1 Data Provided to DEWA by the Generators
1. Availability Notice
By 10:00 hours each day, each Generator shall notify DEWA in writing of the Availability of each of its
Power Units and Desalination Units by means of an Availability Notice in the Daily Status Form set out
in Appendix B to this SDC1. The Availability Notice shall state the Availability of the each Power Unit
or Desalination Unit to apply for the following Schedule Day.
Such Availability Notice will replace any previously submitted Availability Notice.
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Where the following Schedule Day is a Friday, the Generator shall notify DEWA of the Availability of its
Power Units and Desalination Units for the Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Where the following
Scheduled Day is a public holiday the Generator shall notify DEWA of the Availability of its Power
Units and Desalination Units for all days up to and including the next working day. If the public holiday
falls on a Sunday, then the Generator shall notify DEWA of the Availability of its Power Units and
Desalination for the Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday.
2. Operating Parameters
By 10:00 hours each day, each Generator shall notify DEWA in writing of any revisions to the
Operating Parameters of each of its Power Units and Desalination Units to those submitted under a
previous declaration. The data shall be submitted in the Daily Status Form set out in Appendix B to this
SDC1.
The Operating Parameters shall reasonably reflect the operating characteristics expected on the
Schedule Day, including the mode of operation for each Power Unit. In so far as not revised, the
previously submitted Operating Parameters will apply.
3. Other Relevant Scheduling and Dispatch Data

By 10:00 hours each day, each Generator in respect of each of its Power Units and Desalination Units
declared available shall notify DEWA in writing of the following:
 details of any special factors which may have a material effect on the likely output of such
Power Unit and/or Desalination Unit;
 any temporary changes and their possible duration, to the Operating Parameters; and
 the data to be provided in SDC1.4.1 1, 2 and 3 shall form the Daily Status Form.
4. Redeclarations
If at any time after the submission of the Daily Status Form the Generator becomes aware of any
change to any of the values in its Availability Notice or Operating Parameters that shall apply to any
Operating Parameters before the end of the relevant Schedule Day, it shall promptly notify DEWA in
writing by submitting a Daily Status Form showing the changed data only and the time submitted.
5. Failure to submit
Failure to submit a Daily Status Form in accordance with SC1.4.1 shall result in the following:
 DEWA shall endeavour to contact the Generator to see if a Daily Status Form was sent and not
received. If this is the case the Daily Status Form shall be resent immediately;
 If no Daily Status Form is received by 12:00 hours DEWA shall, for the purposes of Scheduling
and Dispatch, use the data provided in the previous day’s Daily Status Form received from that
Generator; and
 For the purposes of payment under the PPA/PWPA, the Power Unit’s Availability will be deemed
to be the level of Active Power dispatched by DEWA.
SDC1.4.2 Compilation of the Generation Schedule and Desalination Schedule
1. Production of Schedules
For the following Schedule Day, DEWA shall produce the Generation Schedule and Desalination
Schedules by 15:00 each day, taking due consideration of the following factors:
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a. forecast Demand and geographical demand distribution;

b. declared Power Unit Active Power capabilities;
c. declared Power Unit Ancillary Service capabilities;
d. declared Operating Parameters;
e. declared Power Unit inflexibilities;
f. system Operating Reserve requirements;
g. Transmission System stability issues;
h. system Frequency control;
i. Operating Margin;
j. forecast demand for Desalinated water;
k. Transmission System constraints together with relevant standards and other constraints;
l. Transmission System losses;
m. Interconnector information;
n. Ancillary Service requirements; and
o. other factors as may be reasonably considered by DEWA to be relevant.
DEWA shall issue provisional running orders based upon the Generation Schedule and Desalination
Schedule for each hour of the Schedule Day to each Generator for each of its Power Units and
Desalination Units by 16:00 hrs on the day preceding the relevant Schedule Day.
The Provisional Running Orders issued to each Generator by DEWA shall contain information relating
to the Power Unit(s) of that Generator only and shall indicate, for each of its Power Units, the planned
loading pattern for the Schedule Day.
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Appendix A. Timescale Diagram For Main Actions From

Scheduling & Dispatch Code 1
(Note that following are summaries only and reference should be made to Scheduling & Dispatch Codes for full details.)
Table A.1: Appendix A. Timescale Diagram For Main Actions From Scheduling & Dispatch Code 1
Operating day 1
Data to be provided for Operating day 0
By 10:00 hrs By 12:00 hrs By 16:00 hrs
All Generators notify DEWA in writing
Availability Notice (SDC1 Appendix A, Table 1)
Any revisions to Scheduling & Dispatch parameters
(SDC1 Appendix A, Table 1)
Details of any special factors likely to affect output of
Power Units (SDC1 Appendix A, Table 2)
Any temporary changes and duration to registered data
(SDC1 Appendix A, Table 2)
Voltage & MVAr reserve requirements (SDC1 Appendix
B, Table 1)
Any temporary changes to registered Demand
management data
Constraints on its system that DEWA may need to
consider
Requirements for voltage control and Mvar reserves
(SDC1 Appendix B, Table 2)
Any other information agreed with DEWA
DEWA actions
If any party does not submit data, DEWA will use the latest data
submitted.
A-1
Operating day 1
Data to be provided for Operating day 0
By 10:00 hrs By 12:00 hrs By 16:00 hrs
DEWA produces the Generation Schedule & Desalination Schedule for SD1 after considering - Forecast demand and geographic demand
distribution
Declared Power Unit MW capabilities
Declared water production capabilities
Declared Power Unit Ancillary service
capabilities
Declared Operating Characteristics
Other relevant data
DEWA issues provisional running orders for each Power Units & Desalination Unit ()
Information only provided to relevant
Generators.
Notes
1 Provisional running orders are indicative only and are not Dispatch Instructions.
A-2
Appendix B. Daily Status Form
(SEE NOTES ON SHEET 5)
Sheet 1 of 5
To Production Planning (Gen)/Transmission Operations Department Fax No:

Fax No
FROM: Production Facility
Date-Schedule Day:
Today’s date: Time sent:
Table B.1: Power Units

Temperature basis of Availability declaration 0C
Power Registered Availability Changes to Operating Parameters

Unit No Capacity MW Notice (Use code from sheet 4 followed by new value)
MW
Code Revised Value
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
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Sheet 2 of 5
Table B.2: Desalination Units

Desalination Unit No. Registered Availability Changes to Operating Parameters
Capacity Cu meters/hr (Use code from sheet 4 followed by new
M3/hr value)
Code Revised Value
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
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Sheet 3 of 5
Table B.3: Detail any Special Factors or Temporary Changes that may affect Power Units or Desalination Unit
outputs.
Date-Schedule Day:
Power Units/ Description of Special Expected Start Expected End Expected
Desalination Unit Factor/Temporary Change Time time Duration
no. Hrs/Mins
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Sheet 4 of 5
Table B.4: Generating Plant Performance Data Codes

Item Performance item Units Code
1 Minimum Generation MW MG
At full load
2 Maximum lagging Mvar Mvar Flvarlag
3 Maximum leading Mvar Mvar Flvarlead
At minimum load
4 Maximum lagging Mvar Mvar Mlvarlag
5 Maximum leading Mvar Mvar Mlvarlead
6 Maximum emergency generation MW MEG
7 Minimum generation time Hrs/mins Min on
8 Minimum off-time Hrs/mins Min off
9 Notice to synchronise/start up Hrs/mins NSS
10 Synchronising block load MW SBL
11 Time between starting/ synchronising Gensets Hrs/mins TbeSynch
12 Time between stopping/ desynchronising Gensets Hrs/mins TbeStop
13 Maximum water production Cu mtr/hr Max Prod
14 Minimum water production Cu mtr/hr MinProd
15 Change to Ancillary Service Capability ■ ASC
16 Governor not in frequency mode ■ NFM
17 Change to Primary Response characteristics ■ PrimResp
18 Change to Secondary Response characteristics ■ SecResp
19 Change to Tertiary Reserve characteristics ■ TertResp
20 Abnormal loading rate ■ ALR
21 Special factor ■ SF
22 Temporary change ■ TC
23 Risk of Trip ■ RoT
24 Restriction of fuel supplies, i.e. Gas, Coal ■ SupRes
Note
1. These data should be entered in sheet 1 but detailed in sheet 2
2. All other data should be entered and data given in sheet 1
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Sheet 5 of 5
GENERAL NOTES
Generators when making the daily submissions of Availability to DEWA will address the following
factors. Most regular issues will be covered by responses in Table 1 using heading codes from Table
4. All other issues will be tabulated on a Power Unit/ Desalination Unit basis in Table 3.
1. Power Unit basic data;

2. Minimum Generation;
3. Maximum Generation and/or Desalination Unit increase in output above declared Availability;
4. Power Unit minimum on time;
5. Minimum shutdown time;
6. Power Unit and/or Desalinating Unit inflexibility (inflexibility description, start date and time, end
date and time, MW, m3/h);
7. Power Unit Synchronising intervals (hot time interval, off-load time interval).
8. Power Unit Synchronising generation output MW;
9. Desalinating Unit startup intervals (hot time interval, off load time interval).
10. Station Power Unit Desynchronising intervals;
11. Station Desalinating Unit shut-down intervals;
12. Desalination Unit basic data;
13. Minimum water production;
14. Maximum water production;
15. Constraints on Power Unit output for range of associated Desalination Unit outputs;
16. Power Unit two shifting limitation;
17. Power Unit Synchronising groups;
18. Power Unit run up rates with MW breakpoints;
19. Power Unit run-down rates with MW breakpoints;
20. Power Unit loading rates covering the range from Minimum Generation to declared power Capacity;
and
21. Power Unit de-loading rates covering the range from declared power Capacity to Minimum
Generation.
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A.1. Form of Dispatch Instruction _________________________________________________________ A-1
A.2. Voltage Control Instruction __________________________________________________________ A-1
A.3. Frequency Control ________________________________________________________________ A-1
A.4. Tertiary Reserve __________________________________________________________________ A-2
A.5. Black Start _______________________________________________________________________ A-2
A.6. Emergency Instruction ______________________________________________________________ A-2
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SDC2 Scheduling and Dispatch Code 2
SDC2.1 Introduction
SDC2 sets out the procedures for the issue of Dispatch Instructions by the Transmission Control Centres.
In the order to meet Demand at minimum cost and with an appropriate margin of reserve, whilst maintaining
the security and quality of electricity supply and provision of Desalinated water and taking account of
operational constraints, DEWA needs to:
 re-optimise Generation Schedule and Desalination Schedule as required; and
 issue Dispatch Instructions to Power Unit and Desalination Units.
SDC2.2 Objective
This code covers the procedures for the issue of Dispatch Instructions by DEWA to meet Demand and
Desalinated water requirements at minimum cost, taking account of operational constraints whilst
maintaining the integrity of Transmission System security and the quality of electricity supply.
SDC2.3 Scope
This Schedule and Dispatch Code SDC2 applies to DEWA and to the Generators.
SDC2.4 Procedures
Where information is requested in writing throughout this Code, facsimile transmission or other electronic
means as agreed with DEWA in writing may be used. All correspondence shall be in the English language.
SDC2.4.1 Data
The information that DEWA shall use in assessing which Power Unit and Desalination Unit to Dispatch, will
be:
 the Generation Schedule and Desalination Schedule;
 the declared Availability (Daily Status Form); and
 other relevant data in respect of that Power Unit, as determined by DEWA.
The Operating Parameters to be used in the Dispatch phase to assess which Power Units and Desalinated
Units to Dispatch will be those used by DEWA to compile the Generation Schedule and Desalination
Schedule as described in SDC1.4.
SDC2.4.2 Dispatch Instructions to Generators
Dispatch Instructions relating to the Schedule Day will normally be issued during the Schedule Day however
Dispatch Instructions can also be issued at any time during the period beginning immediately after the issue
of the Generation Schedule and Desalination Schedule in respect of that Schedule Day.
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A Dispatch Instruction given by DEWA for a Power Unit may involve a change in output of Active Power, a
change in Reactive Power, a change to the mode of operation or a Dispatch Instruction to provide an
Ancillary Service by a specific Power Unit
A Dispatch Instruction for a Desalination Unit may involve a change in output, a change in Residual Chlorine
(mg/l C12), or a change in Hydrogen ion (ph value).
A Dispatch Instruction given by DEWA to a Generator will be given orally by telephone and all telephone
conversations between the Transmission Control Centres and the Generators will be recorded by DEWA.
A Dispatch Instruction must be either formally acknowledged immediately by the Generator in respect of that
Power Unit by telephone, or a reason given immediately for non-acceptance. The reason for non-
acceptance may only be on safety grounds (relating to personnel or Production Facility) or because the
Dispatch Instruction is not in accordance with Power Units and Desalination Units Operating Parameter,
Availability of Power Units and Desalination Units as declared in the Daily Status Form relevant to the period
to which the Dispatch Instruction relates.
For a Dispatch Instruction to be valid, it must observe the limits of Availability, Ancillary Service capability
and Operating Parameters as properly declared to DEWA in accordance with SDC1.
In the event that an unforeseen problem arises in carrying out the Dispatch Instruction, DEWA must be
notified without delay by telephone.
SDC2.4.3 Generation Synchronising and Desynchronising Times
DEWA will determine the required timing of Synchronising and Desynchronising of Power Units.
If the Generator is unable to meet the Synchronising time, it must inform DEWA immediately. If the estimate
of the Synchronising time is later than the instructed time by more than 10 (ten) minutes, this will constitute a
redeclaration of Availability by the Power Unit as defined in SDC1.4.1. If the Synchronising time is early by
more than one minute, DEWA shall keep a record.
When DEWA issues a Dispatch Instruction for a Power Unit to a Generator not in accordance with the data
submitted on Daily Status Form, the Generator must immediately contact DEWA to indicate the error.
DEWA will take immediate steps to amend the Dispatch Instruction.
SDC2.4.4 Additional Instructions to Power Units
Additional Instructions to Power Units may include the following:

1. Reactive Power
To ensure that a satisfactory system voltage profile and that sufficient Reactive Power reserves are
maintained, Dispatch Instructions may include, in relation to Reactive Power:
a. Reactive Power output. The Reactive Power output from the individual Power Unit onto the
Transmission System at the Power Unit's Electrical Delivery Point. Where a Power Unit is instructed
to a specific Reactive Power output, the Generator must achieve that output within a tolerance of ± 5
Mvar (or such other figure as may be agreed with DEWA) by either:
i. on load tap changing on the Power Unit step-up transformer; or
ii. adjusting the Power Unit terminal voltage.
Once this has been achieved, the Generator will not tap change again or adjust terminal voltage again
without prior consultation with and the agreement of DEWA, on the basis that Reactive Power output
will be allowed to vary with Transmission System conditions.
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b. Target Voltage Levels. Target voltage levels to be achieved by the Power Unit on the Transmission
System at the Power Unit's Electrical Delivery Point. Where a Power Unit is instructed to a specific
target voltage, the Generator must achieve that target within a tolerance of ± 0.5 kV (or such other
figure as may be agreed with DEWA) by either:
i. on load tap changing on the generator step-up transformer; or
ii. adjusting the Power Unit terminal voltage.
Under normal operating conditions, once this target voltage level has been achieved the Generator
will not tap change again or adjust terminal voltage again without prior consultation with, and with the
agreement of, DEWA.
However, under certain circumstances the Generator may be instructed to maintain a target voltage
until otherwise instructed and this will be achieved by on load tap changing on the Power Unit step-up
transformer or adjusting Power Unit stator terminal voltage. In such circumstances the Generator shall
decide how best to achieve the target voltage instructed by DEWA.
Voltages on the Transmission System at each Electrical Delivery Point will normally remain within the
limits 415 kV to 380 kV for the 400 kV level and 138.6 kV and 125.4 kV for the 132 kV level, unless
abnormal conditions prevail. Under fault conditions, voltage may collapse transiently to zero at the
point of fault until the fault is cleared
c. Maximum Reactive Power output ("maximum excitation") Under certain conditions, such as low
system voltage, a Dispatch Instruction to maximum Reactive Power output at instructed Active Power
output ("maximum excitation") may be given, and a Generator should take appropriate actions to
maximise Reactive Power generation unless constrained by plant operational limits or safety grounds
(relating to personnel or plant).
d. Maximum Reactive Power Absorption ("minimum excitation") Under certain conditions, such as
high system voltage, a Dispatch Instruction to maximum Reactive Power absorption at instructed
Active Power output ("minimum excitation") may be given, and a Generator should take appropriate
actions to maximise Reactive Power absorption unless constrained by plant operational limits or
safety grounds (relating to personnel or plant).
In addition:
i. DEWA may issue Dispatch Instructions for Active Power and Reactive Power at any point on or
within boundaries of the Generator Performance Chart as modified by any temporary changes
submitted in the Daily Status Form. Any failure of a Generator to achieve these potential
Instructions within the agreed times shall be recorded as a Forced Outage by DEWA;
ii. The issue of Dispatch Instructions for Active Power at the Power Unit’s Electrical Delivery Point will
be made with due regard to any resulting change in Reactive Power capability and may include a
Dispatch Instruction for reduction in Active Power generation to enable an increase in Reactive
Power capability;
iii. The excitation system, unless otherwise agreed with DEWA, must be operated only in its constant
terminal voltage mode of operation with Var limiters in service. Any constant Reactive Power
output control mode or constant power factor output control mode must always be disabled, unless
agreed otherwise with DEWA. In the event of any change in the system voltage, a Generator must
not take any action to override automatic Reactive Power response that is produced as a result of
constant terminal voltage mode of operation unless instructed otherwise by DEWA or unless
immediate action is necessary to comply with stability limits or unless constrained by plant
operational limits or safety grounds (relating to personnel or plant);
iv. A Dispatch Instruction relating to Reactive Power will be implemented without delay and shall be
achieved not later than 2 minutes after the Dispatch Instruction time, or such longer period as
DEWA may instruct;
v. On receiving a new Dispatch Instruction for Active Power, no tap changing or generator terminal
voltage adjustment shall be carried out to change the Reactive Power output unless there is a new
Dispatch Instruction for Reactive Power;
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vi. Where a Dispatch Instruction to synchronise is given, or where a Power Unit is synchronised and a
Dispatch Instruction for Active Power is given, a Dispatch Instruction for Reactive Power consistent
with the Power Unit relevant Operating Parameters may be given. In the absence of a Dispatch
Instruction for Reactive Power with a Dispatch Instruction to synchronise, the Reactive Power
output shall be 0 Mvar; and
vii. Where a Dispatch Instruction to desynchronise is given, a Dispatch Instruction for Reactive Power,
compatible with shutdown, may be given prior to Desynchronisation being achieved. In the
absence of a separate Dispatch Instruction for Reactive Power, it is implicit in the Dispatch
Instruction to desynchronise that Reactive Power output shall be reduced to 0 Mvar by the time of
desynchronisation.
2. Frequency Sensitive Mode

DEWA may instruct a change to or from the Frequency Sensitive Mode for each Power Unit.
3. Tests
A Dispatch Instruction may be issued to carry out tests.
SDC2.5 Action required from the Generator
Each Generator will comply with all Dispatch Instructions correctly given by DEWA unless the Generator has
given notice to DEWA under the provisions of the Scheduling and Dispatch Code regarding non-acceptance
of Dispatch Instructions.
Each Generator must utilise the relevant run-up or run-down rate and loading or deloading rate in
accordance with the Operating Parameters.
To preserve Transmission System integrity under Emergency Conditions DEWA may issue Emergency
Instructions. Such Emergency Instructions will be issued by DEWA direct to the Generator and may require
an action or response that is outside Operating Parameters. The Generator will use reasonable endeavours
to achieve these Emergency Instructions without prejudice to the safety of the plant or personnel.
SDC2.6 Synchronisation/Desynchronisation
Generators will only synchronise or desynchronise Power Units in response to the Dispatch Instructions
from DEWA. Desynchronisation may take place without DEWA's prior agreement if it occurs automatically
as a result of Power Unit or Transmission Protection operations or it is done purely on immediate safety
grounds.
SDC2.7 Instructions Following Parameter Changes
If DEWA fails to issue a new Dispatch Instruction within 15 (fifteen) minutes of being notified of an Operating
Parameter change then the relevant Generator shall be entitled to change the operation of such Power Unit
and/or Desalination Unit to bring its operation within the applicable Availability and/or Operating Parameters
until DEWA issues a new Dispatch Instruction within the applicable Availability and/or Operating
Parameters. Prior to making such a change in operation, the Generator will use reasonable endeavours to
advise DEWA (by telephone and then confirmed in writing) of its intended action and timing.
SDC2.8 Request for Operation Under Risk
A Generator may request DEWA agreement for one of the Power Units and/or Desalination Units at that
plant to be operated under Risk of Trip. DEWA's agreement will be dependent on the evaluation by DEWA
of the risk to the Transmission System arising from the potential trip of the Power Unit and/or Desalination
Unit.
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Appendix A. Dispatch Instructions
A.1. Form of Dispatch Instruction
DEWA will give Dispatch Instructions to Generators by telephone.
The Dispatch Instructions will normally follow the form:

a. an exchange of operator names;
b. the specific Power Unit and/or Desalination Unit to which the Instruction applies;
c. the output to which it is instructed;
d. if the start time is different from the time the Instruction is issued, the start time will be included;
e. where specific Power Unit run-up/Power Unit run-down rates or Power Unit Loading/ Power Unit
de-loading rates are concerned, a specific target time;
f. the issue time of the Instruction.
All Power Unit run-up/ Power Unit run-down rates and Power Unit loading/ Power Unit deloading rates
will be assumed to be constant and in accordance with Operating Parameters.
Unless a loading programme is also given at the same time it will be assumed that the Power Units
are to be brought to minimum generation and 0 Mvar output.
DEWA will issue a further Dispatch Instruction when the Generator reports that the Power Unit
has synchronised.
Unless a separate Reactive Power Dispatch Instruction is given, the Power Unit will be brought to 0
Mvar (at the point of synchronism) prior to desynchronisation.
A.2. Voltage Control Instruction
To ensure adequate system voltage profiles and Reactive Power reserves are maintained under
normal and fault conditions a range of voltage control Instructions will be utilised. These include;
a. increase/decrease Reactive Power to specified Mvar export or import levels;
b. Maximum Mvar output (or "maximum excitation");
c. Maximum Reactive Power absorption (or "minimum excitation");
d. Increase Power Unit step-up transformer tap position by one tap or go to a specified tap
position;
e. Achieve a target voltage and then allow the voltage vary with system conditions;
f. Maintain a target voltage until otherwise instructed. Tap change (or adjust generator terminal
voltage) as necessary.
A.3. Frequency Control
All Dispatch Instructions will be deemed to refer to target output at the instructed Target Frequency
when the Power Unit is in the Frequency Sensitive Mode.
Power Units are required to operate in Frequency Sensitive Mode in the configurations set out in the
relevant PPA/PWPA.
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Frequency control Dispatch Instructions may be issued in conjunction with or separate from Dispatch
Instruction for Active Power output.
A.4. Tertiary Reserve
Tertiary Reserve will be specifically instructed as required and will normally be given with the Dispatch
Instruction as an additional item.
A.5. Black Start
In the event that a Black Start is required the Dispatch Instruction will confirm that the Generator
should undertake a Black Start and the time at which the Black Start should commence.
A.6. Emergency Instruction
In the event that an Emergency Instruction is given the instruction will include that the Dispatch
Instruction is being given under Transmission System Emergency Conditions.
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WCC.1 Introduction _______________________________________________________________________ 63
WCC.2 Objective _________________________________________________________________________ 63
WCC.3 Scope ___________________________________________________________________________ 63
WCC.4 Procedure ________________________________________________________________________ 63
WCC.5 Connection _______________________________________________________________________ 63
WCC.6 Technical, Design and Operational Criteria_______________________________________________ 64
WCC.6.1 General Requirements ______________________________________________________________ 64
WCC.6.2 Water Delivery Requirements _________________________________________________________ 64
WCC.6.3 Dispatch Inaccuracies _______________________________________________________________ 64
WCC.6.4 Communications Equipment __________________________________________________________ 64
WCC.6.4.1 Control Telephony__________________________________________________________________ 64
WCC.6.4.2 Operational Metering _______________________________________________________________ 65
WCC.6.4.3 Facsimile Machines ________________________________________________________________ 65
WCC.6.5 System Monitoring _________________________________________________________________ 65
WCC.7 Site Related Conditions _____________________________________________________________ 65
WCC.7.1 Responsibilities for Safety ____________________________________________________________ 65
WCC.7.2 Water Connection Site Schedules _____________________________________________________ 66
WCC.7.3 Water Connection Site Common Drawings _______________________________________________ 66
WCC.7.3.1 Preparation of Water Connection Site Common Drawings ___________________________________ 66
WCC.7.3.2 Generator Changes to Water Connection Site Common Drawings ____________________________ 66
WCC.7.3.3 Validity __________________________________________________________________________ 66
WCC.7.4 Access __________________________________________________________________________ 67
WCC.7.5 Maintenance Standards _____________________________________________________________ 67
WCC.7.6 Water Connection Site Operational Procedures ___________________________________________ 67
Appendix A. Principles and Basic Procedure for Preparation of Water Connection Site Schedules _____________ A-1
A.1. Principles _______________________________________________________________________ A-1
A.2. Alterations to Existing Site Responsibility Schedules ______________________________________ A-2
A.3. Responsible Managers _____________________________________________________________ A-2
Tables
Table A.1: Proforma for Water Site Responsibility Schedule for the Delivery Point ____________________________ 3
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WCC Water Connection Conditions for the

IWPP Code
WCC.1 Introduction
The Water Connection Conditions Code specifies the minimum technical, design and operational
criteria that must be complied with by Generators connected or seeking to be connected to the
Transmission System, and the minimum technical, design and operational criteria, which must be
complied with by DEWA. These criteria are required for the Protection of the Transmission System and
the Generators’ Apparatus Connected to the Transmission System.
Each Generator will have a PWPA with DEWA that is specific to that Generator’s Connection to the
Transmission System. Where there is any possible conflict, this Water Connection Conditions Code
takes precedence.
WCC.2 Objective
The objective of this Water Connection Conditions Code is to ensure that by specifying minimum
technical, design and operational criteria the basic rules for Connection to the Transmission System
and to a Generator’s Apparatus are similar for all Generators.
WCC.3 Scope
This Water Connection Conditions Code applies to DEWA and to Generators that have entered into a
PWPA with DEWA.
WCC.4 Procedure
The WPA/PWPA contains provisions relating to the procedure for Connection to the Transmission
System.
WCC.5 Connection
Prior to the Generators’ Water Equipment being connected to DEWA’s Water Connection Equipment,
the following information is to be submitted by the Generator:
a. Updated data with any estimated values assumed for planning purposes confirmed or, where
practical, replaced by validated actual;
b. All studies shall have been completed and the Protection measures for the plant and
Transmission System agreed with DEWA;
c. Typical information to enable Generators to prepare Water Connection Site Responsibility
Schedules on the basis of the provisions set out in Appendix A. The final information will be
agreed with DEWA;
d. A Water Operation Diagram for all Apparatus relating to the delivery of water on the Generator
side of the Delivery Point;
e. A list of Safety Coordinators together with contact details;
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f. A list of the telephone numbers for joint system incidents at which senior management
representatives nominated for the purpose can be contacted and confirmation that they are fully
authorised to make binding decisions on behalf of the Generator;
g. A list of managers who have been duly authorised to sign Site Responsibility Schedules on
behalf of the Generator together with contact details;
h. The Water Connection Site Common Drawings.
i. Meter Registration System data; and
j. Any other information required by DEWA relating to the Connection of Water Equipment to the
WCC.6 Technical, Design and Operational Criteria
WCC.6.1 General Requirements
All plant and Apparatus associated with the water Connection to the Transmission System shall
comply with the following standards, as applicable, in the following order of precedence:
 Safety Rules;
 DEWA Standards, which are such national standards as may be approved by and amended;
 national standards and codes which are accepted internationally.
It is recommended that Generators take precautions against disturbances on the Transmission

System.
Generators shall consult DEWA with respect to Protection adequacy and ensure that the Protection
requirements set by DEWA are met.
WCC.6.2 Water Delivery Requirements
The water delivery requirements including flow rates, delivery pressure and delivery temperature shall
be detailed in the PWPA.
The water quality requirements shall be detailed in the PWPA.
WCC.6.3 Dispatch Inaccuracies
A Dispatch Instruction for a Desalination Unit can either be by manual instruction or automatic control
from DEWA Water Transmission Control Centre.
The standard deviation at steady state over a sixty minute period must not exceed 2.5 percent of the
Dispatch Instructions.
WCC.6.4 Communications Equipment
In order to ensure control of the Transmission System, telecommunications between Generators and
DEWA must be established in accordance with the requirements set down below.
WCC.6.4.1 Control Telephony
Control telephony is the method by which a Generator operator and DEWA control engineers speak to
one another for the purposes of control of the Transmission System in both normal and Emergency
operating conditions. Control telephony provides secure point-to-point telephony for routine control
calls, priority control calls and Emergency control calls.
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Details of and relating to the control telephony required are contained in the PWPA.
As required by SDC.2.4.2 all telephone conversations will be recorded by DEWA. Any conversation
relating to plant Capacity shall be followed up by written redeclaration as required by SDC.1.4.1. If
there is a dispute between the plant Capacity redeclaration recorded by telephone conversation and
written communication, the recorded telephone conversation shall take precedence.
WCC.6.4.2 Operational Metering
DEWA shall provide supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) Outstation interface equipment
at each Water Connection Site. The Generator shall provide such measurement outputs and plant
status indications and alarms to DEWA’s SCADA Outstation interface equipment as required by
DEWA in accordance with the terms of the PWPA.
The typical general requirements for connection of such signals to DEWA’s SCADA system will be
agreed between DEWA and the Generator.
Metering System requirements shall be provided in accordance with the Metering and Data Exchange
Code.
WCC.6.4.3 Facsimile Machines
Each Generator shall provide a facsimile machine at its Production Facility.
Each Generator shall, prior to Connection to the system of the Generators plant notify DEWA of its
telephone number, and shall notify DEWA of any changes.
DEWA shall provide a facsimile machine at its Water Transmission Control Centres.
Prior to Connection to the Transmission System of the Desalination Units, DEWA shall notify the
Generator of the telephone number of its facsimile machine and shall notify any changes.
WCC.6.5 System Monitoring
To allow the monitoring of individual Desalination Units, DEWA requires output signals from the
monitoring equipment associated with each Desalination Unit.
WCC.7 Site Related Conditions
In the absence of agreement between the parties to the contrary, construction, commissioning, control,
operation and maintenance responsibilities follow ownership.
WCC.7.1 Responsibilities for Safety
Any Generator personnel entering and working on its plant and/or Apparatus on a Water Connection
Site will work to the DEWA’s Safety Rules (and any future revisions of these rules) unless otherwise
agreed in writing. In the event that the Generator does not receive a copy of DEWA’s Safety Rules the
Generator’s Safety Rules will apply
A Generator may apply to DEWA for permission to work according to that Generators own Safety
Rules when working on its plant and/or Apparatus on DEWA sites. If DEWA is of the opinion that the
Generator Safety Rules provide for a level of safety commensurate with that of DEWA’s Safety Rules,
it shall notify the Generator, in writing, that the Generator may use its own Safety Rules.
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DEWA may apply to a Generator for permission to work according to DEWA Safety Rules when
entering and working in a Generator’s Production Facility. If the Generator is of the opinion that DEWA
Safety Rules provide for a level of safety commensurate with that of that Generator Safety Rules, it
shall notify DEWA, in writing, that DEWA may use its own Safety Rules. Until receipt of such notice,
the Generator Safety Rules will apply.
WCC.7.2 Water Connection Site Schedules
A set of Water Connection Site schedules shall be prepared the Generators identifying the equipment
and ownerships at the Water Connection Site, the Delivery Point and the responsibilities for safety,
control and maintenance.
The responsibilities for safety, control and maintenance shall be included in a Site Responsibility
Schedule to inform site operational staff and DEWA engineers of agreed responsibilities for plant
and/or Apparatus at the operational interface.
Appendix A sets down the requirements for Water Connection Site Schedules. The attachment to
Appendix A provides a format to be used in the preparation of Water Site Responsibility Schedules.
WCC.7.3 Water Connection Site Common Drawings
Water Connection Site Common Drawings shall be prepared the Generators for each Water
Connection Site and shall include Water Connection Site layout drawings and process and
instrumentation drawings and they will identify the responsibilities for common services drawings.
WCC.7.3.1 Preparation of Water Connection Site Common Drawings
DEWA shall prepare and submit to the Generator information required for the Water Connection Site
Common Drawings for DEWA’s side of the Desalinated Water Delivery Point.
The Generator shall then prepare, produce and distribute, using the information submitted by DEWA
the Water Connection Site Common Drawings for the complete Water Connection Site.
WCC.7.3.2 Generator Changes to Water Connection Site Common Drawings
When the Generator becomes aware that it is necessary to change any aspect of the Water
Connection Site Common Drawings at a Water Connection Site it shall prepare, produce and distribute
revised Water Connection Site Common Drawings for the complete Water Connection Site.
If the Generator change can be dealt with by it notifying DEWA in writing of the change and for each
party to amend its copy of the Water Connection Site Common Drawings then the Generator shall so
notify and each party shall so amend.
WCC.7.3.3 Validity
The Water Connection Site Common Drawings for the complete Water Connection Site prepared by
the Generator shall be the definitive Water Connection Site Common Drawings for all operational and
planning activities associated with the Water Connection Site. If a dispute arises as to the accuracy of
the Water Connection Site Common Drawings, a meeting shall be held at the site, as soon as
reasonably practicable, between DEWA and the Generator, to endeavour to resolve the matters in
dispute.
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WCC.7.4 Access
The provisions relating to access to the Water Connection Site by DEWA, are set out in each PWPA.
WCC.7.5 Maintenance Standards
It is a requirement that all Generator Apparatus on Water Connection Site is maintained adequately for
the purpose for which it is intended and to ensure that it does not pose a threat to the safety of any of
DEWA Apparatus or personnel on the Water Connection Site.
DEWA shall have the right to inspect the test results and maintenance records relating to such
Apparatus on the Water Connection Site at any time.
WCC.7.6 Water Connection Site Operational Procedures
DEWA and the Generators must make available staff to take necessary Water Safety Precautions and
carry out operational duties as may be required to enable work/testing to be carried out and for the
operation of plant and Apparatus connected to the Transmission System.
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Appendix A. Principles and Basic

Procedure for Preparation of
Water Connection Site
Schedules
A.1. Principles
At all Water Connection Sites, Water Connection Site Schedules shall be drawn up in accordance with
the following requirements or with such variations as may be agreed between DEWA and the
Generators.
1. Water Connection Site Details and Equipment, including:
a. Water Connection Site location;
b. Ownership of assets;
c. Desalinated Water Delivery Points;
d. Site Responsibility Schedule;
e. Operational Diagram.
2. Site Capacity and tariff Metering:
a. Actual Metering Point
3. Site services:
a. Site specific technical conditions, including;
b. Special technical facilities;
c. Protection requirements;
d. Operational Metering;
e. Control telephony;
f. Special equipment requirements;
g. System monitoring inputs;
h. Other site services
Each set of Water Connection Site Schedules for a Water Connection Site shall be prepared by the
Generator in consultation with DEWA and be agreed at least 2 weeks prior to the Generator’s plant
being Connected to the Transmission System.
Each set of Water Connection Site Schedules shall be subdivided to take account of any separate
Water Connection Sites.
Each Site Responsibility Schedule, (1-a-e) above, shall detail for each item of plant and Apparatus:
1. Plant/Apparatus ownership;
2. Safety (applicable Safety Rules and control Person or other responsible Person (Safety
Coordinator), or such other Person who is responsible for safety);
3. Operations (applicable Operational Procedures and control engineer);
4. Site Manager (Controller);
5. Responsibility to undertake maintenance;
6. Responsibility for site security.
The Water Site Responsibility Schedule shall be prepared in accordance with the attachment to this
Appendix unless otherwise agreed in writing with DEWA and shall include, for each Water Connection
Site, lines and cables emanating from the Water Connection Site.
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Every page of each Water Connection Site Schedule shall bear the date of issue and the issue
number.
Following preparation of a set of Water Connection Site Schedules, the Generator shall send it to
DEWA for confirmation of its accuracy.
The Water Connection Site Schedules shall be signed on behalf of DEWA by the manager responsible
for the area in which the Water Connection Site is situated and on behalf of each Generator involved
by its responsible manager, by way of written confirmation of its accuracy. Once signed, the Generator
shall distribute two copies, not less than two weeks prior to its implementation date, to DEWA,
accompanied by a note indicating the issue number and the date of implementation.
A.2. Alterations to Existing Site Responsibility Schedules
When a Generator identified on a Water Connection Site Schedule becomes aware that an alteration
is necessary, it must inform DEWA immediately and in any event 12 weeks prior to any change taking
effect.
Where a Generator has informed DEWA of a change, or DEWA proposes a change, DEWA shall
prepare a revised Water Connection Site Schedule not less than 8 weeks prior to the change taking
effect.
The revised Water Connection Site Schedule shall be signed and accompanied by a note indicating
where the alteration(s) has/have been made, the new issue number and the date of implementation.
When a Generator on a Water Connection Site Schedule, or DEWA, as the case may be, becomes
aware that an alteration to the Water Connection Site Schedule is required urgently to reflect an
Emergency situation for example, the Generator shall notify DEWA, or DEWA shall notify the
Generator, as the case may be, immediately and shall discuss:
1. what changes are necessary to the Water Connection Site Schedules;
2. whether the Water Connection Site Schedules are to be modified temporarily or permanently;
3. the distribution of the revised Water Connection Site Schedules.
The Generator shall prepare the revised Water Connection Site Schedules as soon as possible and in
any event within seven days of it being informed of or knowing the necessary required alteration. The
Water Connection Site Schedules shall be confirmed by Generators and signed on behalf of DEWA
and Generators as soon as possible after it has been prepared and sent to Generators for
confirmation.
A.3. Responsible Managers
Each Generator shall, prior to the Generators plant being connected to the Transmission System
supply to DEWA a list of managers, together with contact details, who have been duly authorised to
sign Water Connection Site Schedules on behalf of the Generator and DEWA shall supply to that
Generator the name of the manager responsible for the area in which the Water Connection Site is
situated.
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Independent Water and Power Producers' Code
Attachment to Appendix A
Table A.1: Proforma for Water Site Responsibility Schedule for the Delivery Point
Generator:…………………………………………………………….
Water Connection Site:.
…………………………………………………………………
Company: ………………………………………………………………………
Item of Equipment Safety Rules Safety Co- Operational Control Party Responsible
Equipment Owner ordinator Procedures Responsibility for Statutory
Inspections,
Maintenance and
Fault Investigations
.
Signed on behalf of the Generator Date
by way of written confirmation of its accuracy.

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ASC.1 Introduction _______________________________________________________________________ 68
ASC.2 Objectives ________________________________________________________________________ 68
ASC.3 Scope ___________________________________________________________________________ 68
ASC.4 Requirement for Ancillary Services _____________________________________________________ 68
ASC.4.1 Regulation of System Frequency ______________________________________________________ 68
ASC.4.2 Reactive Power and Voltage Control ___________________________________________________ 69
ASC.4.3 Transmission System Restoration _____________________________________________________ 69
ASC.5 Ancillary Services provided by Generators _______________________________________________ 69
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ASC Ancillary Services Code
ASC.1 Introduction
Ancillary Services are services ancillary to the transmission of electricity that DEWA requires to operate the
DEWA is required to ensure sufficient Ancillary Services will be available on the day ahead when preparing
the Dispatch Schedule (see SDC1); and
This Ancillary Services Code (ASC) lists the Ancillary Services required by DEWA, the contractual
arrangements governing the provision of such services, and details of the Ancillary Services to be provided
by Generators. The IWPP Code also sets down the form of instruction that will be used by DEWA to
implement the requirements for Ancillary Services.
ASC.2 Objectives
The objectives of the ASC are as follows:

 to list the Ancillary Services that DEWA requires to operate the Transmission System; and
 to clarify the process for Scheduling and instructing the requirements for the use of Ancillary Services.
ASC.3 Scope
In addition to DEWA, this Ancillary Services Code applies to Generators.
ASC.4 Requirement for Ancillary Services
The requirements for Ancillary Services can be categorised as follows:

 Regulation of System Frequency
 Reactive Power and Voltage Control
 Black Start capability for Transmission System restoration
ASC.4.1 Regulation of System Frequency
DEWA is required to maintain Frequency within the following limits.
The system Frequency of the Transmission System shall be nominally 50.00 Hz with system Frequency set
points between 49.950 Hz and 50.050 Hz and shall be controlled within the limits of 49.90 Hz and 50.10 Hz
under normal conditions and following a contingency the steady state Frequency shall be within the limits
49.80 Hz and 50.20 Hz. Under disturbance conditions the Power Units should remain synchronised in the
range 52.50 Hz to 47.50 Hz.1
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These requirements are specified in the Electricity Connection Code of the IWPP Code
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The Frequency of the Total System is responsive to changes in the balance between Demand and total
Available generation. DEWA will therefore ensure that that there is sufficient generation Capacity to meet
the Demand.
The IWPP Code requires all Power Units to have the capability to contribute to Frequency control.
Synchronously Connected Generating Units can provide continuous Frequency control through their
automatic governing systems. Frequency control will also be assisted by Synchronously Connected
Generating Units through changes in output in response to Dispatch Instructions issued by DEWA.
ASC.4.2 Reactive Power and Voltage Control
DEWA is required to maintain voltage control within certain limits. At 400 kV level, the voltage on the
Transmission System within the limits of a minimum voltage of 360 kV and a maximum voltage of 420 kV.
At 132 kV level, the voltage on the Transmission System within the limits of a minimum voltage of 118.8 kV
and a maximum voltage of 147.8 kV.2
During some system disturbances such as where short circuits occur, the voltage may collapse transiently
to zero at the point of fault until the fault is cleared.
Voltage regulation requires both Active and Reactive Power flows across the Transmission System to be
carefully controlled. The physical characteristics of the Apparatus and plant of the Transmission System
also give rise to the generation and absorption of Reactive Power. Reactive Power flowing across the
system can give rise to substantial voltage differences and it is therefore necessary to maintain Reactive
Power balances between sources of generation Capacity and Demand.
The management of Voltage requires control of Reactive Power and this can be provided by Power Units
or by means of synchronous or static compensators/reactors.
ASC.4.3 Transmission System Restoration
Black Start is an Ancillary Service required to restore the Transmission System following a Partial System
Shutdown or Total System Shutdown of the Transmission System.
Black Start capability should normally be available as required from certain Generators in accordance
with the terms of a PPA/PWPA. Power Units powered by intermittent sources, such as solar energy and
wind energy, are not typically expected to have Black Start capability, unless explicitly established in the
PPA/PWPA.
ASC.5 Ancillary Services provided by Generators
DEWA is responsible for identifying the Ancillary Services requirements when preparing the day ahead
Schedule.
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2 These requirements are specified in the Electricity Connection Code of the IWPP Code.
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The PPA/PWPA shall require the provision on Ancillary Services.
All Ancillary Services whether provided through a PPA or PWPA shall be provided in accordance with
Dispatch Instructions and the requirements of the IWPP Code.
The PPA or PWPA for each Generator shall state the Active Power and Reactive Power ranges for each
Power Unit. It also shall state that each Power Unit must be capable of contributing to Frequency and
voltage control by continuous modulation of Active Power and Reactive Power supplied to the
Transmission System. These services cover the requirements for Primary Response, Secondary Response
and Tertiary Reserve and the provision of Reactive Power response from Generators.
The speed governor of a Synchronously Connected Generating Unit in co-ordination with other control
devices must control the Active Power output with stability over the entire operating range of the
Synchronously Connected Generating Unit. The speed governor shall be capable of being set so that it
operates with an overall speed droop of between 3% and 5%.
DEWA may instruct a Power Unit to operate anywhere within the operating envelop defined in its Generator
Performance Chart. This envelope is contained between declared Active Power capability and registered
Minimum Generation and between the practical stability limit line (leading Reactive Power) and the lagging
Reactive Power line determined by the rotor-heating limit. The Reactive Power limits are shown by way of
illustration in Appendix C of Operational Planning Code.
Each Power Unit should be capable of providing constant voltage control at its terminals over the entire
operating range without instability. This shall be by a continuously acting Automatic Voltage Regulation
system which should be in service at all times when the Power Unit is synchronised unless otherwise
instructed by DEWA
Black Start capability will be provided in accordance with a PPA/PWPA. Non-availability of this capability
must be declared in the Daily Status Form.
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Chapter Title Page
Abbreviations and Definitions for the IWPP Code 71

Abbreviations and Definitions for the

IWPP Code
Abbreviations
A Ampere
AGC Automatic Generation Control
AVR Automatic Voltage Regulation
BS Black Start
CCGT Combined Cycle Gas Turbine
CT Current Transformer
DEWA Dubai Electricity and Water Authority
DCS Distributed Control System of a Production Facility
G Giga or 109
GWh Giga Watt Hour
HP High Pressure
HV High Voltage
Hz Hertz
IEC International Electro-technical Commission
ITU International Telecommunications Union
K Kilo or 103
kV Kilo-Volt
LV Low Voltage
M Mega or 106
MDEC Metering and Data Exchange Code of the IWPP Code
MVA Mega-Volt-Ampere
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Mvar Mega-Volt-Ampere Reactive / Mega-var (Reactive Power)
Mvarh Mega-var- hour (Reactive Energy)
MW Mega-Watt (Active Power)
MWh Mega-Watt-hour (Active Energy)
OC Operating Code of the IWPP Code
PPA Power Purchase Agreement
PSS Power System Stabiliser
PWPA Power and Water Purchase Agreement
SCADA Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition
SCMS Substation or switching station Control and Management System
SD1 Schedule Day 1
SDC1 Scheduling and Dispatch Code One of the IWPP Code
SDC2 Scheduling and Dispatch Code Two of the IWPP Code
ST&P Standard Temperature and Pressure (15 degrees Celsius and

1.01324 bar)
VA Volt-Ampere
VT Voltage Transformer
W Watt
WCC Water Conditions Code of the IWPP Code
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Definitions
The following definitions identify the meanings of words used in the IWPP Code. Plurals of the
words and variations of tense are deemed to have similar meanings;
Active Energy means the integral with respect to Active Power, measured in units of
voltampere active hours (Wh) and standard multiples thereof;
Active Power means the product of voltage and the in-phase component of alternating
current measured in units of watts or multiples thereof. When the term “Power” is used
without any modifier, this will have the same meaning;
Actual Metering Point means the physical point at which electricity is metered;
Ancillary Services means the services which Generators may be required to provide from
time to time in connection with the security and stability of such Transmission System or the
Total System;
Apparatus means all equipment used for the Generation, Transmission, and Dispatch of
electricity or water as applicable;
Automatic Voltage Regulation means a continuously acting automatic excitation system to

control a Power Unit terminal voltage;
Availability means the MW Capacity together with the associated Ancillary Services and
AGC of a Power Unit and/or m3/Hour Desalination capacity declared available to DEWA by
the Generator and Available shall be construed accordingly;
Availability Notice means notice issued by a Generator, stating the Availability of a Power
Unit to apply for the following Schedule Day;
Back-up Fuel Delivery Point means the point at which back-up fuel is delivered in
accordance with PPAs and PWPAs and by reference to which back-up fuel is measured;
Back-up Fuel Metering System means the Main Back-up Fuel Metering System and Check
Back-up Fuel Metering System;
Back up Protection means protection equipment or system that is intended to operate when
a system fault is not cleared because of a failure of the Main Protection to operate;
Black Start means the procedure necessary for the recovery from a Partial System
Shutdown or a Total System Shutdown;
Burden means the electrical Load, measured in VA, connected to current and/or voltage
transformers for the purposes of metering, protection or measurement;
Calibration means the procedure whereby the relevant percentage errors of any item of
Metering Systems are determined and, where appropriate, modified;
Capacity means the capacity of any Apparatus to produce, deliver or receive electricity, as
the case may be, stated in MW at an assumed or agreed power factor or in MVA;
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Chairman means the person appointed by DEWA under Clause 6 of Appendix A

(Constitution of the IWPP Code Review Panel) of the General Conditions Code of the IWPP
Code.
Check Back-up Fuel Meter means a device where required, that duplicates and provides
back up to the Main Back-up Fuel Meter for measuring and recording of back-up fuel
quantities;
Check Back-up Fuel Metering System means the group of equipment including Check
Back-up Fuel Meters, time switches, metering protection and isolation equipment including
alarms, circuitry, associated data storage and data communications equipment that are back-
up fuel measuring equipment at or relating to an Electrical Connection Site.
Check Gas Meter means a device where required, that duplicates and provides back up to
the Main Gas Meter for measuring and recording of gas quantities;
Check Gas Metering System means the group of equipment including Check Gas Meters,
time switches, metering protection and isolation equipment including alarms, circuitry,
associated data storage and data communications equipment that are gas measuring
equipment at or relating to an Electrical Connection Site.
Check Electricity Meter means a device where required, that duplicates and provides back
up to the Main Electricity Meter for measuring and recording of Active Power, Active Energy,
Reactive Power or Reactive Energy quantities;
Check Electricity Metering System means the group of equipment including Check
Electricity Meters, time switches, measurement transformers, metering protection and
isolation equipment including alarms, circuitry, associated data storage and data
communications equipment that are the electricity (Active Energy, Reactive Energy)
measuring equipment at or relating to an Electrical Connection Site.
Check Water Meter means a device where required, that duplicates and provides back up to
the Main Water Meter for measuring and recording of water quantities;
Check Water Metering System means the group of equipment including Check Water
Meters, time switches, metering protection and isolation equipment including alarms, circuitry,
associated data storage and data communications equipment that are water measuring
Connection means in relation to any Generator, the presence of a physical connection

between the Generators plant and the Transmission System and Connect and Connected
shall be construed accordingly;
Connection Point means the point at which a Power Unit is connected to DEWA’s
Transmission System as agreed with DEWA (e. g. by PPA);
Connection Equipment means plant and equipment owned by DEWA necessary to connect
the Equipment to the Transmission System at the Electrical Delivery Point comprising the
metering current transformers, the Protection current transformers, the voltage transformers
and the circuit breaker controlled by DEWA and associated cables and instrumentation;
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Contingency Reserve means the margin of Available generation Capacity over forecast
Demand that is required in the period from 24 hours ahead down to real time to cover against
uncertainties in Power Unit Availability and against Demand forecast errors;
Cyber Assets means connected computing devices, personnel, infrastructure, applications,

services, telecommunications systems, and information, either transmitted and/or stored;
Cyber Security means the collection of controls, tools, personnel, policies, security concepts,
security safeguards, guidelines, risk management approaches, actions, training, best
practices, assurance strategy and methodologies and other technologies that can be used to
protect the organization, its users and its Cyber Assets;
Cyber Security Incident means one or more unwanted or unexpected Cyber Security events
that have either compromised or could potentially compromise the security of information the
security of the organization, its users or its assets;
Daily Status Form means the form used by Generators for submission of data to DEWA
under SDC1;
Delivery Point means one or more of the following (as the case may be):
 Electrical Delivery Point;
 Desalinated Water Delivery Point;
 Gas Delivery Point;
 Back-up Fuel Delivery Point.
Demand means the demand for Active Power or Reactive Power;
Desalinated Water Delivery Point means the point at the exit of the Water Metering System
at which Desalinated water is delivered in accordance with PWPAs and by reference to which
Desalinated water flow is measured;
Desalination means the production of demineralised or potable water by desalination, and

Desalinated shall be construed accordingly;
Desalination Unit means any Apparatus that produces Desalinated water;
Dispatch means the general process by which instructions are determined and the issuing of
those instructions
Dispatch Instructions means instructions to Generators as to the operation or cessation of

operation of their Production Facilities;
Electrical Connection Site means the physical site belonging to DEWA where an Electrical
Delivery Point is located;
Electrical Connection Site Common Drawings means drawings that incorporate

connection site layout drawings, electrical layout drawings, common protection/control
drawings and common services drawings prepared for each Connection Site;
Electrical Connection Site Responsibility Schedule means a schedule containing the

information and prepared in accordance with the Attachment of Appendix A of the Electrical
Connection Conditions Code;
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Electrical Connection Site Schedules means the schedules detailed in Appendix A of the
Connection Conditions Code;
Electrical Delivery Point means the point at which electrical energy is delivered in
accordance with PPAs and PWPAs and by reference to which electrical energy is measured;
Electricity Metering System means the Main Electricity Metering System and Check
Electricity Metering System;
Emergency means a condition or situation which, in the sole, but reasonable, opinion of the
Meter owner materially and adversely affects, or is likely materially and adversely to affect the
ability of the Meter owner to maintain safe, adequate and continuous operations or presents
or is likely to present a physical threat to persons or property;
Emergency Conditions means abnormal Transmission System conditions that require

automatic or rapid manual action to prevent or limit loss of transmission facilities or generation
Capacity that could adversely affect the reliability of the Transmission System;
Emergency Instructions means a Dispatch Instruction issued by DEWA that may require an
action or response that is outside the limits implied by a Daily Status Form submitted by a
Generator instructions issued by DEWA to prevent or limit abnormal Transmission System
conditions;
Equipment means the electrical apparatus owned by the Generator up to the Electrical
Delivery Point;
Expert means a Person with appropriate educational and practical experience to provide
relevant advice to the subject in question and who should have no direct involvement with any
of the parties;
Final Station Outage Schedule means the station outages developed by DEWA and
described in the Operational Planning Code.
Flexible Outage means a Planned Outage that, at the request of DEWA, can be deferred or
advanced with a Flexible Outage Period;
Flexible Outage Period means the period within which a Planned Outage can be moved at
the request of DEWA, can be deferred or advanced by a period;
Forced Outage means an Outage for which no notice can be provided by the Generator to
DEWA;
Frequency means the number of alternating current cycles per second expressed in Hertz
(Hz) at which the Transmission System is running;
Frequency Sensitive Mode means the operation of a Power Units (which can be part of a
CCGT Module) that will result in Active Power output changing automatically in response to
changes in Transmission System Frequency;
Gas Delivery Point means the point at which gas is delivered in accordance with PPAs and
PWPAs and by reference to which gas is measured;
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Gas Metering System means the Main Gas Metering System and Check Gas Metering
System;
Gas Turbine Power Unit means Power Unit with a gas turbine as its prime mover;
Gas (SF6) Zone Diagram means a single line diagram showing boundaries of, and interfaces
between, SF6 gas-insulated HV Apparatus modules which comprise part, or the whole, of a
substation or switching station at an Electrical Connection Site, together with the associated
stop valves and SF6 gas monitors required for the safe operation of the Transmission System
or the Generators system;
Generator(s) means any entity authorised by the Regulatory Authority to produce electricity
in the Emirate and is connected to the Transmission System;
Generation Schedule and Desalination Schedule means a statement prepared by DEWA of

the Power Units and Desalination Units that may be required to meet the Total System
demand at all times, and ensure (as far as possible) the integrity of the Transmission System
and the security and quality of supply, with an appropriate margin of reserve;
Generator Performance Chart means a diagram which shows the MW and Mvar capability
limits within which a Power Units will be expected to operate under steady state conditions;
Good Industry Practice means acting in good faith to perform obligations in accordance with
the requirements of the law and international good practice in the electricity and desalination
industries;
Inflexible Outage means a Planned Outage that cannot be deferred or advanced by a period
at the request of DEWA, under the Operational Planning Code;
Instation means equipment located within DEWA premises that receives and stores Metering
Data from Outstations;
IWPP Code Review Panel means the panel established by DEWA in accordance with the
General Conditions of this IWPP Code.
Licence means the licence granted to the Generator by the Regulatory Authority for the
generation of electricity and/or production of water.
Load means the Active or Reactive Power, as the context requires, generated or transmitted;
Local Interrogation Unit means portable or fixed equipment capable of interrogating,

updating and/or programming an Outstation;
Main Back-up Fuel Meter means the primary Meter for measuring and recording back-up
fuel quantities;
Main Back-up Fuel Metering System means the group of equipment including Main Back-
up Fuel Meters, time switches, metering protection and isolation equipment including alarms,
circuitry, associated data storage and data communications equipment that are back-up fuel
measuring equipment at or relating to an Electrical Connection Site.
Main Gas Meter means the primary Meter for measuring and recording of gas quantities;
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Main Gas Metering System means the group of equipment including Main Gas Meters, time
switches, metering protection and isolation equipment including alarms, circuitry, associated
data storage and data communications equipment that are gas measuring equipment at or
relating to an Electrical Connection Site.
Main Electricity Meter means the primary Meter for measuring and recording of Active
Power, Active Energy, Reactive Power or Reactive Energy quantities;
Main Electricity Metering System means the group of equipment including Main Electricity
Meters, time switches, measurement transformers, metering protection and isolation
equipment including alarms, circuitry, associated data storage and data communications
equipment that are the electricity (Active Energy, Reactive Energy) measuring equipment at
or relating to an Electrical Connection Site.
Main Protection means protection equipment or system expected to have priority in initiating
fault clearance or an action to alleviate an abnormal condition;
Main Water Meter means the primary Meter for measuring and recording water quantities;
Main Water Metering System means the group of equipment including Main Water Meters,
time switches, metering protection and isolation equipment including alarms, circuitry,
associated data storage and data communications equipment that are water measuring
Maximum Power Export Capacity means the maximum agreed capacity (measured in MW)
of the Electrical Delivery Point;
Measurement Transformers means voltage and/or current transformers or combinations

thereof used in Electricity Metering Systems;
Meter means a device for measuring and recording units of Active Power, Active Energy,
Reactive Power or Reactive Energy, water, gas or back-up fuel.
Meter Register means a device associated with a Meter, from which it is possible to obtain a
visual reading of the quantity of electricity that has been supplied;
Meter Registration System means a system that uniquely identifies the Meter and contains
pertinent data relating to the Meter as required by the Meter and Data Exchange Code;
Metering means the activity of measuring and recording units of electricity (Active Power,
Active Energy, Reactive Power or Reactive Energy), water, gas or back-up fuel using a
Electricity Metering System, Water Metering System, Gas Metering System or Back-up Fuel
Metering System respectively;
Metering Data means the data produced by a Metering System for the purpose of invoice
settlement.
Metering Systems means the Electricity Metering System, Water Metering System, Gas
Metering System and Back-up Fuel Metering System, as appropriate.
Metering Communication System means the system and Apparatus of communications

between Meters, Local Outstations and Remote Instations;
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Non-Synchronously Connected Generating Unit is a set of installations having a single

Connection Point or operated as if they have a single Connection Point, which can generate
electrical energy and is non-synchronously connected to the network through power
electronics. Installations that are fully connected to the network through power electronic
converters fall in this category.
Operation Diagram means a diagram that is a schematic representation of the 400 kV

Equipment and Connected Equipment at an Electrical Connection Site, incorporating its
numbering, nomenclature and labelling;
Operating Margin means the combination of Contingency Reserve and Operating Reserve
Operating Parameters means the technical capabilities, flexibilities and limitations of a

Power Unit, taking into account changes due to site rating and notified under the Scheduling
and Dispatch Code 2 forming part of this IWPP Code through the Daily Status Form, as
amended in accordance with these codes;
Operating Reserve means the additional output from Power Units that can be realised in real
time operation to contribute to containing or correcting a Transmission System Frequency
deviation to an acceptable level following a sudden change in Demand or generation.
Operational Year means from the period commencing 00:00 on 1 October in a Gregorian
Calendar Year and ending at 24:00 on 30 September in the following Gregorian Calendar
Year.
Outage means in relation to a Power or Desalination Unit, an event, which affects Availability;
Outstation means on-site equipment which receives data from local equipment and may
perform some processing of data before transmitting the data to an Instation or SCADA
system or downloading to a Local Interrogation Unit on request. When used with Metering
Systems the Outstation will store data from a Meter(s);
Partial System Shutdown means as a Total System Shutdown except that all generation
has ceased in a part of the Transmission System that has become detached from other parts
of the Transmission System and there is no power supply from other parts of the
Transmission System, so it is necessary for DEWA to invoke Black Start procedures to re-
establish its function;
Person means an individual, partnership, company, firm, trust, body corporate, government,
government body, authority, emanation, agency, instrumentality, unincorporated body or an
association;
Planned Outage means an Outage planned at least seven days in advance of the event;
Primary Response means the automatic increase in Active Power output of a Power Unit in
response to a fall in the Frequency of the Transmission System. The response will be fully
available within 30 seconds or less from the time of the Frequency fall;
Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) means an agreement entered into by DEWA and a
Generator pursuant to which DEWA agrees, amongst other things, to purchase the electricity
Production Capacity and output associated with the relevant Production Facilities;
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Power and Water Purchase Agreement (PWPA) means an agreement entered into by
DEWA and a Generator pursuant to which DEWA agrees, amongst other things, to purchase
the electricity and water Production Capacity and output associated with the relevant
Production Facilities;
Power Unit means either a Synchronously Connected Generating Unit or a Non-

Synchronously Connected Generating Unit;
Production Capacity means the electricity generation capacity and/or the water Desalination
capacity of a Production Facility, as the context so requires;
Production Facility means plant which is used for the generation of electricity and/or
Desalination of water and includes, as applicable, all associated electric lines, electric plant
and water equipment;
Proposed Station Outage Schedules means those schedules detailed in Appendix A of the
Operation Planning Code forming part of this IWPP Code.
Protection means the provision for the detection of fault conditions and the automatic or
manual initiation of fault clearance action, including audible and visual alarms, indications and
data logging;
Reactive Energy means the integral with respect to Reactive Power, measured in units of
voltampere reactive hours (Varh) and standard multiples thereof;
Reactive Power means the product of alternating voltage and current and the sine of the
phase angle between them measured in units of voltamperes reactive (vars) and standard
multiples thereof. Reactive Power generation or output is an export onto the Transmission
System and is referred to as "lagging Reactive Power or lagging Mvar", and Reactive Power
absorption is an import from the System and is referred to as "leading Reactive Power or
leading Mvar";
Regulatory Authority means the Regulatory and Supervisory Bureau (RSB) for the
Electricity and Water Sector in the Emirate of Dubai;
Remote Instations means computer-based systems operated by DEWA that collect or

receive metering data on a routine basis from Outstations;
Risk of Trip means the operation of a Power Unit when the failure of any single piece of
auxiliary equipment could result in the loss of the Power Unit’s Active Power and/or Reactive
Power output or the Power Unit is undertaking a test as defined in a PPA or PWPA.
Safety Coordinator means a person nominated by a Generator to be responsible for the

coordination of Safety Precautions at an Electrical Delivery Point when work which includes
testing is to be carried out on a system which necessitates the provision of Safety Precautions
on 400 kV equipment;
Safety Precautions means the isolation and or earthing of 400 kV equipment, posting of
safety tags, use of safety equipment and other measures to ensure safety;
Safety Rules means DEWA or the Generators’ rules that detail the procedures and practices
for the safe operation of the Transmission System and Production Facilities as applicable.
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SCADA/Energy Management System (EMS) Applications: The system of computer-aided

tools used by DEWA as part of the TCC to monitor, control, and optimize the performance of
the generation and/or transmission system and include applications for automatic generation
control, state estimation, load flow, optimal power flow, contingency analysis, fault calculation,
voltage stability, etc…;
Secondary Response means the automatic increase in Active Power output of a Power Unit
in response to a fall in the Frequency of the Total System. The response will be fully
available from 30 seconds from the time of the Frequency fall and shall be fully provided for
not less than 30 minutes. After 30 seconds, any additional Active Power should be made
available by operation in Frequency Sensitive Mode;
Scheduling means the preparation of the Generation Schedule and Desalination Schedule
for the following Schedule Day as detailed in the Scheduling and Dispatch Code, SDC1.
Schedule Day means the 24 hour period starting at 00:00 hrs (midnight) of the Schedule Day
concerned. Schedule Days are designated SD0, SD1, SD2 etc, where SD0 is today in real
time.
Short Notice Outage means an Outage for maintenance performed at no less than 48 hours
and not more than 7 days notice to DEWA, the approval of which will be at the sole discretion
of DEWA;
Summer Period means the period commencing 00:00 on 1 May in a Gregorian Calendar
Year and ending at 24:00 on 30 September in the same Gregorian Calendar Year.
Synchronously Connected Generating Unit is an indivisible set of installations which can

generate electrical energy such that the frequency of the generated Voltage, the generator
speed and the frequency of network Voltage are in a constant ratio and thus in synchronism.
Partially or fully directly-connected synchronous generators and induction generators fall in
this category.
Target Frequency means that Frequency determined by DEWA as the desired operating
Frequency of the Total System. This will normally be 50.00 Hz plus or minus 0.05Hz except in
exceptional circumstances determined by DEWA.
Tertiary Reserve means the component of the Operating Reserve that would be available as
a result of Emergency Instructions to Synchronise and Dispatch other Power Units.
Total System means the entire Transmission System and the Equipment, as the same may
be developed or modified from time to time;
Total System Shutdown means the situation when all generation has ceased and there is no
electricity supply on the Transmission System;
Transmission Control Centres means both transmission control centres (TCC1) and
(TCC2) owned and operated by DEWA for the co-ordination and issuing of direct instructions
for dispatch of available Power Units and Desalination Units (including by way of an energy
management system)";
Transmission System means as applicable;

i. the 400 kV and 132 kV system for the transport of electricity, which system consists
(wholly or mainly) of high voltage electric lines and electric plant (namely, electric
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lines and electric plant with a nominal voltage equal to 400 kV and 132 kV) owned
and operated by DEWA (in its capacity as transmission operator) and which is used
for the transmission of electricity from a Production Facility to a sub-station, from
one generating station to another, from one sub-station to another and any electric
plant used for the purposes of Dispatch; and
ii. the water transmission system consisting (wholly or mainly) of water pipelines and
storage facilities owned or operated by DEWA (in its capacity as transmission
operator) and which is used for the transmission of water from a Production Facility
to a pumping station or storage facility or between pumping stations used for the
purpose of Dispatch.
Turbine Speed Controller means any control device that is provided to govern the turbine
output according to set values (speed control, power control, extraction flow control,
temperature limitation control, etc.);
Water Connection Equipment means plant and equipment owned by DEWA necessary to
connect the Water Equipment to the Transmission System at the Delivery Point;
Water Connection Site means the physical site belonging to the Generator where a Delivery
Point is located;
Water Connection Site Common Drawings means drawings that incorporate connection
site layout drawings, process and instrumentation diagrams, common protection/control
drawings and common services drawings prepared for each Water Connection Site;
Water Connection Site Responsibility Schedule means a schedule containing the

information and prepared in accordance with the Attachment of Appendix A of the Water
Connection Conditions Code forming part of this IWPP Code;
Water Connection Site Schedules means the schedules detailed in Appendix A of the
Water Connection Conditions Code forming part of this IWPP Code.
Water Equipment means the apparatus owned by the Generator up to the Delivery Point;
Water Operation Diagram means a diagram that is a schematic representation of the

equipment, process and instrumentation diagrams and the connections at the Water
Connection Site, incorporating its numbering, nomenclature and labelling;
Water Metering System means the Main Water Metering System and Check Water Metering
System;
Water Purchase Agreement (WPA) means an agreement entered into by DEWA and a
Generator pursuant to which DEWA agrees, amongst other things, to purchase the water
Production Capacity and output associated with the relevant Production Facilities;
Water Safety Precautions means the isolation equipment, posting of safety tags, use of
safety equipment and other measures to ensure safety;
Water Site Responsibility Schedule means a schedule containing the information and
prepared in accordance with this IWPP Code;
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Independent Water and

Power Producers' Code

Version 1.3 May 2019

Regulatory & Supervisory Bureau – Dubai, UAE

PO Box 121555, Dubai, U.A.E

Chapter Title Page

IWPP Code Index iii

The IWPP Code contains the following constituent parts:

IWPP Code Index

The Electrical Connection Conditions code for the IWPP Code

ECC.1 Introduction ________________________________________________________________________ 8

ECC.7.4.2 Validity __________________________________________________________________________ 19

Metering and Data Exchange Code for the IWPP code

MDEC.1 Introduction _______________________________________________________________________ 20

MDEC.7 Gas Metering Systems ______________________________________________________________ 33

Operational Planning Code for the IWPP Code

OC.1 Introduction _______________________________________________________________________ 49

SDC1.1 Introduction _______________________________________________________________________ 56

SDC2.1 Introduction _______________________________________________________________________ 59

SDC2.4.1 Data ____________________________________________________________________________ 59

The Water Connection Conditions code for the IWPP Code

WCC.1 Introduction _______________________________________________________________________ 63

Ancillary Services Code for the IWPP Code

ASC.1 Introduction _______________________________________________________________________ 68

ASC.3 Scope ___________________________________________________________________________ 68

Abbreviations and Definitions for the IWPP Code _________________________________________ 71

The objectives of the General Conditions are as follows;

GC.3 Scope of IWPP Code and General Conditions

The General Conditions apply to DEWA and to all Generators.

GC.4 IWPP Code Review Panel

The IWPP Code Review Panel shall consist of:

GC.5 IWPP Code Revisions

GC.6.1 Request for Derogation

Derogations from any provision of the IWPP Code shall contain:

GC.7 Unforeseen Circumstances

GC.9 Illegality and Partial Invalidity

GC.10 Time of Effectiveness

GC.11 Code Notices

GC.12 Code Disputes

Any arbitral award shall be final and binding on the parties.

GC.13 Code Confidentiality

In this IWPP Code, unless the context otherwise requires:

GC.15 Cyber Security

Appendix A. Constitution of the IWPP

1. Definitions and Interpretation

"DEWA" means the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority.

3. Membership and Appointment

3.1 The Panel shall comprise:

5. Representation and voting

9. IWPP Code Revisions

12. Guidance from the Panel

13. Sub-committees and working groups

14. Removal of Members and Chairman and vacation of office

14.1 The office of a Member shall be vacated if:-

15. Members on the panel's responsibilities and protections

15.3 The Panel, each Member and the Secretary:

16. Group representatives' addresses

Power Producers' Code

Electrical Connection Conditions