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ELECTRICIAN
NSQF (LEVEL - 5)
3rd Semester
TRADE PRACTICAL
SECTOR: Electrical
DIRECTORATE GENERAL OF TRAINING

MINISTRY OF SKILL DEVELOPMENT & ENTREPRENEURSHIP
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
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FOREWORD
The Government of India has set an ambitious target of imparting skills to 30 crores people, one out of
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Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) play a vital role in this process especially in terms of providing skilled
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INTRODUCTION
This manual for trade practical is intended for use in the ITI workshop. It consists of a series of practical exercises
that are to be completed by the trainees during the first semester of course is the Electrician trade under
Electrical Sector. It is National Skills Qualifications Framework NSQF (LEVEL- 5), supplemented and
supported by instructions/information to assist the trainees in performing the exercise. The exercises are designed
to ensure that all the skills prescribed in the syllabus are covered including the allied trades.The syllabus for the
3rd Semester Electrician Trade under Electrical Sector Trade Practical is divided into Six Modules.The allocation
of time for the various modules is given below:
Module 1 - DC Generator 7 Exercises 78 Hrs
Module 2 - DC Motor 9 Exercises 122 Hrs
Module 3 - AC Three Phase Motor 11 Exercises 125 Hrs
Module 4 - AC Single Phase Motor 9 Exercises 100 Hrs
Module 5 - Alternator 5 Exercises 50 Hrs
Module 6 - Synchronous Motor and MG Set 4 Exercises 50 Hrs
Total 45 Exercises 525 Hrs
The syllabus and the content in the modules are interlinked. As the number of workstations available in the
electrical section is limited by the machinery and equipment, it is necessary to interpolate the exercises in the
modules to form a proper teaching and learning sequence. The sequence of instruction is given in the schedule
of instruction which is incorporated in the Instructor's Guide. With 25 practical hours a week of 5 working days
100 hours of practical per month is available.
Contents of Trade Practical
The procedure for working through the 45 exercises for the 3rd semester with the specific objectives as the learning
out comes at the end of each exercise is given is this book.
The skill objectives and tools/instruments, equipment/machines and materials required to perform the exercise
are given in the beginning of each exercise.Skill training in the shop floor is planned through a series of practical
exercises/experiments to support the related theory to make the trainees get hands on trainning in the Electrician
trade along with the relevant cognitive skills appropriate for the level. A minimum number of projects have been
included to make the training more effective and develop attitude to work in a team. Pictorial, schematic, wiring
and circuit diagrams have been included in the exercises, wherever necessary, to assist the trainees broaden their
views. The symbols used in the diagrams comply with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) specifications.
Illustrations in this manual, help trainess visual perspective of the ideas and concepts.The procedures to be
followed for completing the exercises is also given. Different forms of intermediate test questions have been
included in the exercises, to enhance the trainee to trainee and trainee to instructor interactions.
Skill Information
Skill areas which are repetitive in nature are given as separate skill information sheets. Skills which are to be
developed in specific areas are included in the exercises itself. Some subexercises are developed to fulfill the
sequence of exercises in keeping with the syllabus.
This manual on trade practical forms part of the Written Instructional Material (WIM). Which includes manual on
trade theory and assignment/test.
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CONTENTS
Exercise No. Title of the Exercise Page No.
Module 1 : DC Generator
3.1.115 Identify terminals, parts and connections of different types of DC machines 1
3.1.116 Measure field and armature resistance of DC machines 6
3.1.117 Determine build up voltage of DC shunt generator with varying field excitation
and performance analysis on load 9
Method of using a tachometer 10
3.1.118 Test for continuity and insulation resistance of DC machine 14
3.1.120 Perform no load and load test and determine characterstics of series and shunt
generators 18
3.1.121 Perform no load and load test and determine characterstics of compound
generators (cumulative and differential) 23
3.1.123 Practice dismantling and assembling in DC compound generator 26
Module 2 : DC Motor
3.2.124 Conduct performance analysis of DC series shunt and compound motors 28
3.2.125 Dismantle and identify parts of three point and four point - DC motor starters 35
3.2.126 Assemble, service and repair three point and four point DC motor starters 37
3.2.127 Practice maintenance of carbon brushes, brush holders, commutator and sliprings 40
3.2.119 Start, run and reverse direction of rotation of DC series, shunt and
compound motors 45
3.2.128 Perform speed control of DC motors by field and armature control method 50
3.2.122 Practice dismantling and assembling in DC shunt motor 53
3.2.129 Carry out overhauling of DC machines 56
3.2.130 Perform DC machine winding by developing connecting diagram, test on

growler and assemble 59
Module 3 : AC Three Phase Motor
3.3.131 Identify parts and terminals of three phase AC motors 65
3.3.132 Make an internal connection of automatic star-delta starter with three contactors 69
3.3.133 Connect, start and run three phase induction motor by using DOL, star-delta
and auto transformer starters 74
3.3.134 Connect, start, run and reverse direction of rotation of slip-ring motor through rotor
resistance starter and determine performance characteristic 81
3.3.135 Determine the efficiency of squirrel cage induction motor by brake test 86
3.3.136 Determine the efficiency of 3 Phase squirrel cage induction motor by no-load test
and blocked rotor test 88
3.3.137 Measure slip and power factor to draw speed torque (slip/ torque) characteristics 91
3.3.138 Test for continuity and insulation resistance of three phase Induction motors 93
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CONTENTS
Exercise No. Title of the Exercise Page No.
3.3.139 Perform speed control of 3-phase induction motors by various methods like
rheostatic control, auto transformer etc. 96
3.3.140 Perform winding of three phase AC motor by developing connection diagram, test
and assemble 98
3.3.141 Maintain, service and troubleshoot the AC motor starter 110
Module 4 : AC Single Phase Motor
3.4.142 Identify parts and terminals of different types of single phase AC motors 114
3.4.143 Install connect and determine performance of single phase AC motor 121
3.4.144 Start run and reverse the direction of rotation of single phase AC motors 123
3.4.145 Practice on speed control of a single phase AC motors 128
3.4.146 Compare starting and running winding currents of a capacitor run motor at various
loads and measure the speed 130
3.4.147 Carry out maintenance service and repair of AC single phase motors 131
3.4.148 Practice on single /double layer and concentric winding for AC motors, testing and
assembling 134
3.4.149 Connect, start, run and reverse the direction of rotation of universal motor 138
3.4.150 Carry out maintenance and servicing of universal motor 140
Module 5 : Alternator
3.5.151 Install an alternator, identify part and terminals of alternator 142
3.5.152 Test for continuity and insulation resistance of alternator 145
3.5.153 Connect, start and run an alternator and build up the voltage 148
3.5.154 Determine the load performance and voltage regulation of a 3-phase alternator 150
3.5.155 Parallel operation and synchronization of three phase alternators 153
Module 6 : Synchronous Motor and MG Set
3.6.156 Install a synchronous motor, identify its parts and terminals 158
3.6.157 Connect start and plot V-curves for synchronous motor under different excitation
and load conditions 161
3.6.158 Identify the parts and terminals of MG set 163
3.6.159 Start, and load a MG set with 3 phase induction motor coupled to
DC shunt generator 165
Project work 167
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ASSESSABLE / LEARNING OUTCOME
On completion of this book you shall be able to
• Plan, execute commissioning and evaluate performance of DC

machines.
• Execute testing and maintenance of DC machines and motor starters.
• Plan, execute commissioning and evaluate performance of AC

motors.
• Execute testing and maintenance of AC motors and starters.
• Plan, execute testing, evaluate performance and carry out

maintenance of Alternator/MG set.
• Execute parallel operation of Alternators.
• Distinguish organize and perform motor winding.
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SYLLABUS
Third Semester Duration: Six Month
Week Ref. Learning Professional Skills(Trade Practical) Professional Knowledge

No. Outcome with Indicative hours (Trade Theory)
53 - 54 • Plan, 115. Identify terminals, parts General concept of rotating

Execute and connections of electrical machines.
commis different types of DC Principle of DC generator.
-sioning machines. (10 Hrs) Use of Armature, Field Coil,
and 116. Measure field and Polarity, Yoke, Cooling Fan,
evaluate armature resistance of DC Commutator, slip ring and
performance machines. (10 Hrs) Brushes, Laminated core
of 117. Determine build up voltage etc.
DC of DC shunt generator with E.M.F. equation
machines varying field excitation and Separately excited and self
performance analysis on excited generators.
load. (15 Hrs) Series, shunt and
118. Test for continuity and compound
insulation resistance of DC generators
machine. (5 Hrs)
119. Start, run and reverse
direction of rotation of DC
series, shunt and
compound motors. (10
Hrs)
55 - 56 • Plan, Execute 120.Perform no load and load Armature reaction,

commissioning test and determine Commutation, inter poles and
and evaluate characteristics of series connection of inter poles.
performance of and shunt generators. (12 Parallel Operation of DC
DC machines. Hrs) Generators.
• Execute 121.Perform no load and load Load characteristics of DC
testing, test and determine generators.
and characteristics of Application, losses & efficiency
maintenanceof compound generators of
DC machines (cumulative and DC Generators.
and differential). (13 Hrs) Routine & maintenance
motor starters 122.Practice dismantling and
assembling in DC shunt
motor. (12 Hrs)
123.Practice dismantling and
assembling in DC
compound generator. (13 Hrs)
• Plan, Execute 124.Conduct performance Principle and types of DC

57 - 58
commissioning analysis of DC series, shunt motor.
and evaluate and compound motors. (15 Relation between applied
performance of Hrs) voltage
DC machines. 125.Dismantle and identify back e.m.f., armature voltage
• Execute parts of three point and drop, speed and flux of DC
testing, four point DC motor motor.
and starters. (10 Hrs) DC motor Starters, relation
maintenance of 126.Assemble, Service and between torque, flux and
DC machines repair three point and four armature current.
and point DC motor starters. Changing the direction of
motor starters (15 Hrs) rotation.
127.Practice maintenance of Characteristics, Losses &
carbon brushes, brush Efficiency of DC motors.
holders, Commutator and Routine and maintenance
slip-rings. (10 Hrs)
59 - 60 • Execute 128.Perform speed control of

Methods of speed control of
testing, DC motors - field and
DC
and armature control method.
motors.
maintenance (10 Hrs)
Lap and wave winding and
of DC 129.Carry out overhauling of
related terms
machines DC machines. (15 Hrs)
and 130.Perform DC machine
motor winding by developing
starters. connection diagram, test
• Distinguish, on growler and assemble.
organise and (25 Hrs)
perform
motor
winding
61 - 62 • Plan, Execute 131.Identify parts and Working principle of three

commissioning terminals of three phase phase
and evaluate AC motors. (5 Hrs) induction motor.
performance of 132.Make an internal Squirrel Cage Induction
AC motors. connection of automatic motor,
• Execute star-delta starter with Slip-ring induction motor;
testing, three contactors. (10 Hrs) construction, characteristics,
and 133.Connect, start and run Slip
maintenanceof three phase induction and Torque.
AC motors motors by using DOL, stardelta Different types of starters for
and and auto-transformer three phase induction
starters starters. (20 Hrs) motors, its
134.Connect, start, run and necessity, basic contactor
reverse direction of circuit,
rotation of slip-ring motor parts and their functions
through rotor resistance starter
and determine
performance
characteristic. (15 Hrs)
63 - 64 • Plan, Execute 135.Determine the efficiency of Single phasing prevention.

commi squirrel cage induction No load test and blocked rotor
-ssioning motor by brake test. (8 test of induction motor.
and evaluate Hrs) Losses & efficiency.
performance 136.Determine the efficiency of Various methods of speed
of three phase squirrel cage control.
AC motors. induction motor by no load Braking system of motor.
• Execute test and blocked rotor test. Maintenance and repair
testing, (8 Hrs)
and 137.Measure slip and power
maintenance factor to draw speedtorque
of (slip/torque)
AC motors characteristics. (14 Hrs)
and 138.Test for continuity and
starters insulation resistance of
three phase induction
motors. (5 Hrs)
139.Perform speed control of
three phase induction
motors by various methods
like rheostatic control,
autotransformer etc. (15
Hrs)
• Distinguish 140.Perform winding of three Concentric/ distributed, single/

65
organise phase AC motor by double layer winding and
and developing connection related
perform diagram, test and terms
motor assemble. (20 Hrs)
winding 141.Maintain, service and
troubleshoot the AC motor
starter. (05 Hrs)
66 - 67 • Plan, Execute 142. Identify parts and Working principle, different

commissioning terminals of different types method of starting and
and evaluate of single phase AC running
performance of motors.(5 Hrs) of various single phase AC
AC motors. 143.Install, connect and motors.
• Execute testing, determine performance Domestic and industrial
and single phase AC motors.(15 Hrs) applications of different single
maintenance of 144.Start, run and reverse the phase AC motors.
AC motors and direction of rotation of single phase AC Characteristics, losses and
starters motors.(10 Hrs) efficiency
145.Practice on speed
control of single phase AC
motors.(10 Hrs)
146.Compare starting and
running winding currents
of a capacitor run motor at
various loads and measure
the speed. (10 Hrs)
• Distinguish 147.Carry out maintenance, Concentric/ distributed, single/

68 - 69 service and repair of single
organise and double layer winding and
perform motor phase AC motors. (10 Hrs) related
winding 148.Practice on single/double terms.
layer and concentric Troubleshooting of single
winding for AC motors, phase
testing and assembling. (25 AC induction motors and
Hrs) universal motor
149.Connect, start, run and
reverse the direction of
rotation of universal
motor. (10 Hrs)
150.Carry out maintenance and
servicing of universal
motor. (05 Hrs)

70 - 71 • Plan, execute 151.Install an alternator, Principle of alternator, e.m.f.
testing, identify parts and equation, relation between
evaluate terminals of alternator. (10 poles, speed and frequency.
performance Hrs) Types and construction.
and 152.Test for continuity and Efficiency, characteristics,
carry out insulation resistance of regulation, phase sequence
maintenance of alternator. (5 Hrs) and
Alternator / MG 153.Connect, start and run an parallel operation.
set. alternator and build up the Effect of changing the field
• Execute voltage. (10 Hrs) excitation and power factor
parallel 154.Determine the load correction
operation of performance and voltage
alternators regulation of three phase
alternator. (10 Hrs)
155.Parallel operation and
synchronization of three
phase alternators. (15 Hrs)
72 • Plan, execute 156.Install a synchronous Working principle of

testing, motor, identify its parts synchronous
evaluate and terminals. (10 Hrs) motor.
performance 157.Connect, start and plot Effect of change of excitation
and Vcurves and
carry out for synchronous load.
maintenance of motor under different V and anti V curve.
Alternator / MG excitation and load Power factor improvement
set conditions. (15 Hrs)
73 • Plan, execute 158.Identify parts and Rotary Converter, MG Set

testing, terminals of MG set. (5 description and
evaluate Hrs) Maintenance
performance 159.Start and load MG set with
and 3 phase induction motor
carry out coupled to DC shunt
maintenanceof generator. (20 Hrs)
Alternator /
MG
set
74 - 75 Project work/Industrial visit (optional)

Broad Areas:
a) Phase sequence checker for 3 phase
supply
b) Induction motor protection system
c) Motor starters with protection
d) Solar/wind power generation
76 - 77 Revision
78 Examination

Electrical Exercise 3.1.115
Electrician - DC Generator
Identify terminals, parts and DC connections of different types of DC machines

Objectives: At the end of this exercise you shall be able to
• read and interpret the name-plate details of the given DC machine
• determine the pairs of terminals of the windings of the DC machine by the test lamp method
• test and identify the field and armature terminals of DC machine by the test lamp method
• Identify the parts of DC machines
• connect different types of DC machines.
Requirements
Tools/Instruments Materials
• Insulated combination pliers 200mm - 1 No. • P.V.C. Insulated cable 3/20 of
• Screwdriver 150mm - 1 No. 660 V grade -5m
• D.E. spanner set 5mm to 20mm - 1 No. • Kit-kat fuse unit 250V, 16A - 1 Set
(For a group of seven) • Pendent lamp-holder 240V, 6A - 1 No.
• S.P.T. switch 240V, 6A - 1 No.
Equipment/Machines
• B.C. lamp 25/40 watt, 240V - 1 No.
• DC compound machine 220V - 1 No. • Fuse wire 5A - as reqd.
or 440V rating • Cleaning cloth - as reqd.
• Dismantled DC machine - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Read and interpret the name plate details and identify the terminals of a DC compound machine
1 Read the name-plate details of the given DC compound
machine and record them in Table 1.
Table 1
Name-plate details
Manufacturer
Type, model
Type of current
Function. generator/motor
Serial number
Type of connection sep/shunt/series/compound
Rated voltage volts Rated current amps
Rated power k.w. Rated speed .r.p.m.
Rated exc.voltage volts Rated Exc.current amps
Rating class. Direction of rotation
Insulation class Protection class
2 Remove the terminal box cover and sketch the layout of

the terminals in the space given in Fig 1a.
Do not spoil screw heads or nuts nor lose them

while removing the terminal cover.
As there is no marking on the terminals, give
your own marking as shown in Fig 1b.
1
TASK 2: Test and identify the pairs of terminals of a DC compound machine
1 Prepare a test lamp for 240V 25W. (Fig 2) Table 2
Sl. Pairs of Condition of Identifi-

No. terminals lamps cation
1 1 and 2
2 1 and 3
3 1 and 4
4 1 and 5
Identify one of the cables as the phase cable and
connect it to the test lamp through the switch and fuse. 5 1 and 6
6 3 and 4
Care should be taken to avoid any part of your
body coming in contact with the bare portion of 7 3 and 5
the prods since 240V AC voltage is dangerous, 8 3 and 6
and may cause shock hazards. 9 5 and 6
Keep the switch in the 'off' position when the 10 Brush to -- 2
test lamp is not in use. 11 Brush to -- 3
2 Connect Prod 1 of the test lamp to terminal 1 and touch 12 Brush to -- 5

the other Prod 2 to the rest of the terminals, one by one.
(Fig 3 a) 4 Connect Prod 1 of the test lamp to another terminal as
shown in Fig 3c and repeat the procedure of steps 2 and
3 to find the second pair of terminals and write the
results in Table 2.
The test lamp burns bright in both armature
and series field terminals as the respective
inductive reactance are of low value, whereas
in the shunt field circuit the light may burn dim,
or prods when touched, may give some spark
only due to high inductive reactance therein.
Conclusion
Armature terminals and

(Mark them as A1 & A2.)
Shunt field terminals and .

(Mark them as E1 & E2.)
Series field terminals .and

(Mark them as D1 & D2.)
3 Check the condition of the lamp. 5 Check the other two left out terminals, to ascertain
whether they belong to the same pairs of terminals.
If the lamp lights (Fig 3b) while touching any
one of the other terminals, then the terminal The pairs of terminals in which the lamp either
connected to Prod 1 and Prod 2 form pairs of burns dim or the prod contact point gives spark
the same circuit. Record the observations in as shown in Fig 4a form the shunt field terminals.
Table 2.
2 Electrical : Electrician (NSQF LEVEL - 5) - Exercise 3.1.115

Mark them in Fig 1b as E1 & E2 and record the same in
Table 2.
Note: You might have observed in this

experiment the lamp glows rather brightly at
two sets or pairs of terminals. They belong to
the armature and series fields. To distinguish
the pair of armature terminals out of the two
pairs, follow the steps as given in Task 3.
TASK 3: Identify the armature terminals pair out of 2 pairs of low resistive terminals
1 Connect prod 1 to any one of the identified low resistive 3 If the test lamp burns, then that pair belongs to the
(where lamp was burning bright) pairs. (Fig 4b) armature terminals. If not, try the other pairs. Mark the
terminals as A1 and A2 in (Fig 1b) and also enter in
2 Touch prod 2 to any one of the brushes. (Fig 4b)
Table 2.
Take care that the prod does not touch the 4 The remaining two terminals will be of series field
body/frame of the machine or any other metal terminals. Mark them as D1 and D2 in (Fig 1b) and also
part except the brush. enter in Table 2.
5 Show the results to your instructor.
TASK 4: Identify the parts of DC machines
1 Read and interpret the name plate details of the DC 3 Put the label on each parts with numbers.(Fig 5)
machine.
4 Record the name of the parts and draw the sketches of
2 Identify the parts of the DC machine. each parts in table 3.
Table 3
Sl.No. Label No Name of the parts Draw the sketches of the parts
1 2
2 3
3 1
4 5
5 9
6 8
7 7
8 4
9 10
10 6
Electrical : Electrician (NSQF LEVEL - 5) - Exercise 3.1.115 3

TASK 5 : Identify terminals and connect DC shunt generator
1 Connect the machine as per the connection diagram.
(Fig 6)
2 Connect field winding to the armature terminal in
parallel. (Fig 6)
TASK 6 : Identify terminals and connect DC series generator

1 Connect the machine as per the connection diagram.
(Fig 7)
2 Connect field winding in series with the armature.
(Fig 7)

TASK 7 : Identify terminals and connect various DC compound generator
1 Connect the machine as per the connection diagram
(Fig 8).
2 Provide the field excitation by a combination of shunt
and series field windings.
3 Connect the shunt field directly across the armature
(Fig 8).
4 The shunt field is connected in parallel with the series

combination of armature and series field. (Fig 9)

(Fig 10 & 11) for short shunt cumulative compound and
short shunt differential compound generator.
(Fig 12 & 13) for differential long shunt cumulative
compound and long shunt differential compund
generator.

Measure field and armature resistance of DC machines

• read and interpret the name-plate details of a DC machine
• test and identify the terminals of a DC machine
• measure the shunt field resistance of a DC machine by the voltmeter and ammeter method
• measure the shunt field resistance of a DC machine by the ohmmeter method and compare the results
• measure the armature resistance using a voltmeter and ammeter
• measure and verify armature resistance by the ohmmeter method.
Requirements
Tools/Instruments Equipment/Machines
• Screwdriver 150 mm - 1 No. • Car battery 24V, 100 AH - 1 No.
• Insulated combination pliers 150 mm - 1 No. • Rheostat 250 ohms, 1 ampere - 1 No.
• D.E. spanner set 5mm to 18mm - 1 Set • DC compound machine 220V/ 3KW - 1 No.
• M.C. voltmeter 0 to 25V - 1 No. • Rheostat 10 ohm 5 A - 1 No.
• M.C. ammeter 0 to 100 milliamperes - 1 No.
Materials
• Series/ shunt type ohmmeter
0-50 ohms - 1 No. • PVC Insulated copper cable 1.5 sq mm -5m
• M.C. ammeter 0 to 5A - 1 No. • Crocodile clips 16A - 4 Nos.
• M.C. voltmeter 0 to 500V - 1 No. • Test lamp - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1 : Read and interpret the name plate details of a DC machine

1 Note down the name-plate details of the given machine Use proper tools and avoid damage to the
in Table 1. screw heads.
2 Remove the terminal cover. Keep the screws in a tray.
Table 1
Name-plate details
Manufacturer
Type, model
Type of current
Function. generator/motor
Fabrication or serial number.
Type of connection sep/shunt/series/compound
Rated voltage volts Rated current. amps
Rated power k.w. Rated speed .r.p.m.
Rated exc.voltage. volts Rated Exc.current.. amps
Rating class. Direction of rotation.
Insulation class Protection class
3 Identify DC machines terminals.
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TASK 2: Measure the shunt field resistance by the voltmeter and ammeter method
1 Connect the circuit as per Fig 1 and get the approval of 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for 40, 60, 80 and 100 mA current
the instructor. ratings.
5 Switch off the circuit and complete the tabular columns.
6 Calculate the average value of the field resistance and
show it to the instructor.
7 Disconnect the circuit after getting the approval by the
instructor.
If the specified range of meters or supply is not
available, it can be carried out, as shown in
Fig 2, by using suitable meters and 220V DC.
2 Switch ‘on’ the circuit and adjust the rheostat to get
20 mA.
3 Read and record the voltmeter and milli-ammeter
readings in Table 2.
Table 2
Sl. mA Volts Rsh = V/mA Average value

No. Kohms shuntfield resist-
ance in ohms
1 20
2 40
3 60
4 80
5 100
TASK 3 : Measure shunt field resistance by an ohmmeter
1 Take a series type ohmmeter or multimeter; select a 2 Connect the meter leads to the shunt field terminals of
proper ohmic range and set its value to zero by the machine as per the Fig 3.
shorting the prods.
3 Read, and record the value of the shunt field resistance
Use a series type ohmmeter to measure high below. The value of the shunt field resistance is
value resistance. _______________ ohms.
4 Refix the terminal cover.
5 Compare the readings obtained in Tasks 1 and 2. If

there is any difference write the reasons in the space
given below.

TASK 4: Measure the armature resistance using a voltmeter and ammeter
1 Connect the armature terminals to the ammeter, 4 Read and record the volt and ammeter readings in
voltmeter, fuses, rheostat Rh1 and the battery. (Fig 4) Table 3.
Table 3
Sl. Amps. Volts R =V/I Average Value of

No. armature resistance
1 0.5
2 1
3 1.5
4 80
2 Keep the rheostat Rh1 in cut ‘in’ position. Then switch 5 100
‘on’ the circuit.
Sometimes the armature starts rotating slowly
during the experiment. In such cases hold the 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 for 1, 1.5, 2 and 2.5 amperes
armature in a steady position by hand to avoid current ratings.
erroneous reading. 6 Switch ‘OFF’ the circuit.
3 Adjust the reading of the ammeter to 0.5 amperes by 7 Complete the remaining columns of the table, find the
adjusting Rh1. average value of the armature resistance and show the
results to the instructor.
Move the armature to different positions by
hand and see that the reading remains constant. 8 Disconnect the circuit after getting by the approval of
the instructor.
TASK 5: Measure armature resistance using an ohmmeter
1 Adjust ohms ‘Zero’ and ohms ‘Infinity’ of the ohmmeter. 3 Note down the meter reading and record it below.
Use a shunt type ohmmeter to measure the low Armature resistance value is________ ohms.
value resistance of the armature.
4 Replace the terminal cover and keep all tools, equipment
2 Connect the ohmmeter across the armature terminals and meters at their places.
(Fig 5) and measure the resistance.
5 Compare the readings of Task 1 & 2. If there is any
Move the armature to different positions by
difference, find the reasons for that and write your
hand and see that the reading remains constant.
conclusions in the space below.
Conclusion

Determine build up voltage of DC shunt generator with varying field

excitation and performance analysis on load
• test and identify the terminals of a DC shunt generator
• measure the voltage due to residual magnetism or create residual magnetism, if necessary
• measure the speed of a DC shunt generator with the help of a revolution counter and stopwatch
• build up voltage in a self-excited DC shunt generator
• determine the relation between field current and induced emf (magnetisation characteristic) in a DC shunt
generator when the speed is constant
• connect a DC shunt generator and build up the voltage
• load the DC shunt generator
• determine the load performance characterstic of the DC shunt generator at different loads.
Requirements
• Combination pliers 200mm - 1 No. • DC shunt generator 2 or 4 KW 220V - 1 No.
• Screwdriver 150mm - 1 No. • Rheostat 296 ohms 2.8 Amps - 1 No.
• Electrician's knife 100mm - 1 No. • Knife switch D.P.S.T. 16A - 1 No.
• Revolution counter 4 digits - 1 No. • Knife switch S.P.S.T. 16A - 1 No.
• Stopwatch - 1 No. • Lamp load 220v/5kw - 1 No.
• Ammeter MC 0-1A - 1 No. Materials
• Voltmeter MC 0-300V - 1 No.
• M.C ammeter o-20A - 1 No. • P.V.C. Insulated cable 2.5 sq.mm -5m
• Fuse wire 10 A - 0.2 m
• P.V C Insulated flexible cable 14/0.2 -2m
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Build up voltage of a DC shunt generator

1 Read and interpret the name-plate details of the given The direction of rotation must be according to
DC shunt generator and record them in Table 1. the direction marked on the DC generator. If
not, change the direction of the rotation of the
2 Identify the terminals of the given DC shunt generator. prime mover.
3 Connect the circuit as per Fig 1. 6 Measure the speed of the generator with the help of the
revolution counter and stopwatch.
The number of revolutions made by a machine
in a minute gives the r.p.m.
7 Adjust the prime mover speed such that the generator
runs at its rated speed.
Keep the speed constant throughout the
experiment.
8 Measure the voltage induced across the armature and
note down the measured value in Table 1.
This induced voltage is due to the residual
magnetism as the field current is zero. If the
4 Keep the field switch open and the field rheostat in the residual magnetism is absent in the field poles,
cut ìn' position. Get the approval of the instructor. then there will be no residual voltage. In such
5 Start the prime mover coupled to the DC shunt generator. a case the residual magnetism could be
recreated by connecting the field winding to a
DC source such as a battery for a short time.
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9 Close the field circuit switch and gradually increase the Increase the field current only till the induced
field current to 0.1 ampere by reducing the resistance voltage reaches just above 125% of the rated
of the field rheostat. value. Check the speed of the generator at
If the generator is not able to build up voltage intervals. If necessary, adjust it to the rated
even though it is running in the marked value.
direction, switch off the prime mover and then 11 Switch ‘OFF’ the DC generator and the prime mover.
interchange the field terminals of the generator.
While varying the field rheostat/regulator it 12 Draw the graph keeping the induced voltage in the ‘Y’
should be done positively and slowly in the axis and the field current in the X axis.
forward direction. Reverse movement should The graph shows the magnetisation / no-load
be avoided. characteristic of the DC shunt generator.
10 Increase the field current slowly in steps of 0.1 ampere, 13 Show your readings and graph to your instructor.
and for each step, note down the field current and the
corressponding induced voltage. Record them in
Table 1.
Table 1
Sl. No. Field current Induced voltage Speed

in amps in volts (held at constant rated value
throughout the experiment)
Skill Sequence
Method of using a tachometer

Objective: This shall help you to
• measure speed using a tachometer.
A hand tachometer (Fig 1) is a portable instrument and is To use a hand tachometer (Fig 2)
used for measuring the speed of the rotating machinery.
• Select and fit the correct head

• Select the highest speed range on the tachometer if the
speed is not known (Fig 3)

• Take a reading using the correct scale for the speed
range. (Fig 7)
If the reading is within a lower speed range, use the next
lower range to take a new reading for a more accurate
result. (Fig 7)
• Hold the tachometer gently against the shaft. (Fig 4)
Note: A tachometer will measure linear speed

when the disc head is fitted (Fig 8).
To determine the speed of the shaft follow the method
stated below.
• Depress the pointer lock button when the pointer has

settled. (Fig 5)
Let the speed indicated by the tachometer be - NT r.p.m.
Let the diameters of the head (tip) be - dT cms.
Let the diameter of the shaft be dScms.
Linear displacement of the head (tip) - π dT x NT cms.

• Remove the tachometer from the shaft to take a reading
(Fig 6). Let the speed of the shaft be NS r.p.m.
Linear displacement of the shaft π dS NS cms.
Hence π DTNT = π dSNS

πdTNT
Shaft speed NS = πds r.p.m.
dT
= d NT r.p.m.
s

TASK 2 : Determine performance analysis of DC shunt generator on different loads
1 Measure the armature resistance and enter the value in 5 Keep the field regulator resistance in `cut-in' position.
Table 2.
2 Select appropriate cables, switch, load and meters, Make yourself clear about the method of starting
according to the capacity of the given DC shunt generator. the prime mover and the procedure of adjusting
its speed.
3 Connect the meters, rheostat and lamp load with the
terminals of the DC shunt generator (Fig 9). (If a lamp 6 Start the prime mover and bring it to the rated speed of
load is not available, a water load can be used.) the generator.
4 Keep the load switch open and also switch òff' all the 7 By adjusting the field rheostat, build up the voltage of
circuit switches in the lamp load. the generator to its rated value. Enter the value of the
open circuit voltage in Table 2.
Table 2
Terminal Load Shunt field Armature Induced

Sl.No. voltage current current (Ish) current emf Remarks
`V'(Volts) IL kept constant Ia=IL+Ish E=V+IaRa
2 Armature resis-
tance = ohms
3
4
5
Remember
8 Determine open circuit voltage V = E – Ia . Ra Therefore, at no load, the terminal voltage comes to
where E is the induced emf V = E –- (0 + Ish) . Ra.
Ia is the armature current
Ra is the armature resistance. 10 Close the load switch and gradually load the generator
by switching ÒN' a few lamps.
9 Determine the armature current Ia = IL + Ish 11 Read the corresponding terminal voltage, shunt field
where IL is the load current current, load current, and record them in Table 2.
Ish is the field urrent. Check the speed of the generator at intervals,
and adjust it to the rated value.
In the case of no load IL = 0
12 Increase the load current up to 125% of its rated
hence Ia= Ish. value in 6 or 8 equal steps.

13 Note down the corresponding terminal voltage and field
current for each step of load current in Table 2 .
14 Gradually reduce the load current to zero and switch
'OFF' the load circuit and the prime mover.
15 Show the record of your readings to the instructor and
get his approval.
16 Draw the graph of the external characteristic of a DC
shunt generator by keeping the terminal voltage in the
Y-axis and the load current in the X-axis. (Fig 10)
17 Show the graph to your instructor and get his approval.
18 Disconnect the circuit.

Test for continuity and insulation resistance of DC machine

• test a DC machine for continuity with a megger
• test a DC machine for insulation resistance between windings with a megger
• test a DC machine for insulation resistance between windings and body with a megger.
Requirements
• Insulated cutting pliers 150 mm - 1 No. • DC compound machine of any rating - 1 No.
• Megger 500V - 1 No. Materials
• Screwdriver 150 mm - 1 No.
• D/E spanner set 5 to 18mm - 1 Set • PVC Insulated flexible copper cable
24/0.2 mm -4m
• Crocodile clips 16 amps - 2 Nos.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Test a DC machine for continuity
1 Switch off the designated main switch of the DC 6 Test the continuity of the shunt field terminals E1 and E2
machine and remove the fuse-carriers. (Fig 1c) using a Megger.
2 Note the name-plate details in Table 1. (As given in Continuity between the terminals of the same
exercise 3.1.115) winding is a must. In case of no continuity,
3 Identify the pairs of the terminals from the marking. inform the instructor immediately. You can
proceed for insulation test, only when there is
4 Test the continuity of the armature terminals A1 and A2. continuity between the terminals of the same
(Fig 1a) winding. However, at certain times, the
5 Test the continuity of the series field terminals D1 and continuity test will not reveal internal short
D2 (Fig 1b) using a Megger. circuits. The best method is to measure the
resistance of the winding, and compare it with
the previous reading to check the correctness.
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TASK 2: Test a DC machine for insulation resistance between windings
1 Fill up the columns 1 to 4 in Table 1. 5 Connect the Megger ( Fig 2c) to measure the insulation
resistance between the armature and series field.
2 Connect the Megger between armature and shunt field
terminals. (Fig 2a) 6 Repeat step 3.
3 Rotate the Megger at its rated speed, and note down the The measured value should not be less than 1
reading in Table 1. megohm.
4 Repeat step 3 for testing the insulation between the
shunt field and series field after connecting the Megger
terminals. (Fig 2b)
Table 1
Insulation resistance test between windings of a DC machine
Date Time Weather Duty Test between Insulation Remarks

condition cycle terminals resistance
in megohms
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Armature and
shunt field
Shunt and
series field
Series field
and armature
TASK 3: Test a DC machine for insulation resistance between armature/winding and body
1 Fill up the columns 1 to 4 in Table 2. If any reading is zero ohms, it shows a short
2 Connect the Megger between the armature and body circuit of that winding to the body.
(Fig 3a) and repeat step 3 of Task 2, and note down the If the reading is less than one megohm, it
reading in Table 2. shows that the insulation is weak. If the value
3 Connect the Megger between the series winding and is less than one megohm, inform your
body (Fig 3b) and repeat step 3 of Task 2, and note down instructor immediately so that the necessary
the reading in Table 2. remedial steps could be taken to improve the
insulation resistance.
4 Connect the Megger between the shunt winding and
body (Fig 3c) and repeat step 3 of Task 2, and note down 5 Show the results to your instructor and get his approval.
the reading in Table 2.

Table 2
Insulation resistance test between armature/field windings and the body of a DC machine
Date Time Weather Duty Test between Insulation Remarks

condition cycle terminals resistance
in megohms
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Armature and
the body
Series field
and the body
Shunt field
and the body

Start, run and reverse direction of rotation of DC series, shunt and compound
motors
Note : Exercise 3.1.119 is related to DC Motor and thus placed after the Exercise 3.2.127
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Perform no load and load test and determine characterstics of series and
shunt generators
• test and identify the terminals of DC series generator
• conduct no load test of a DC series generator
• conduct load test and charactersistics of a series generator
• conduct no load test of a DC shunt generator
• perform load test and characterstic of the shunt generator.
Requirements
• Combination pliers 200mm - 1 No. • DC series generator 2 or 4 KW 220V - 1 No.
• Screw driver 150 mm - 1 No. • DC shunt generator 2 or 4KW 220V - 1 No.
• Electricians knife 100mm - 1 No. • Rheostat 480Ω 1A - 1 No.
• Revolution counter 4 digits - 1 No. • Knife switch DPST 20A/250V - 1 No.
• Stop watch - 1 No. • Knife switch SPST 16A/250V - 1 No.
• M.C ammeter 0 to 5A 250V - 1 No. • Lamp load 220V/5KW - 1 No.
• M.C voltmeter 0-300V - 1 No.
Materials
• M.C ammeter 15A 250V - 1 No
• P.V.C. Insulated cable 2.5 sq.mm -6m
• Fuse wire 16A - 0.5m
• P.V.C Insulated flexible cable 14/0.2 -2m
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Conduct no load test of a DC series generator
1 Place all the materials and tools on the work bench. 6 Measure the speed of the generator with the help of the
2 Read and interpret the name plate details of the given revolution counter and stop watch.
generator. 7 Adjust the prime mover speed such that the generator
3 Identify the terminals of the given DC series generator. runs at its rated speed.
8 Measure the voltage induced across the armature and
note down the measured value in Table 1.
9 Increase the field current slowly in steps of 0.1 ampers
and for each step note down the field current and the
corrersponding induced voltage and record them in
Table 1.
10 Switch off the DC generator and the prime mover.
11 Draw the graph keeping the induced voltage in the ‘Y’
axis and the field current in the x axis.
4 Connect the circuit as per Fig 1.
12 Show your readings and graph to your Instructor.
5 Start the generator and note down readings.
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Table 1
Sl. No. Field current Induced voltage Speed

1
2
3
4
5
TASK 2 : Conduct load test and analyse characteristics of DC series generator

1 Place all the materials and tools on the work bench. 9 Plot the graph between terminal voltage and load
2 Connect the circuit as per Fig 2. current.(Fig 3)
3 Keep the main switch at off position.

4 Rotate the armature using a prime mover at the rated Table 2
speed. Sl Load current Terminal Voltage
5 Operate the main switch in ON position. No IL (in amps) VT (involts)
6 Now operate the load switch in ON position 1
7 Note down the ammeter and voltmeter readings in the 2
Table 2. 3
8 Change the speed of generator and note the different 4
values of ammeter and voltmeter
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TASK 3: Perform conduct no load test of a shunt generator

1 Read and interpret the name-plate details of the given
DC shunt generator and record them in Table 1. (As
given in exercise 3.1.116)
2 Identify the terminals of the given DC shunt generator.
3 Connect the circuit as per Fig 4.
4 Keep the field switch open and the field rheostat in the
cut ìn' position. Get the approval of the instructor.
5 Start the prime mover coupled to the DC shunt generator.
The direction of rotation must be according to
the direction marked on the DC generator. If
not, change the direction of the rotation of the
prime mover.

6 Measure the speed of the generator with the help of the The graph shows the magnetisation / no-load
revolution counter and stopwatch. characteristic of the DC shunt generator.
The number of revolutions made by a machine 13 Show your readings and graph to your instructor.
in a minute gives the r.p.m.
7 Adjust the prime mover speed such that the generator 14 Answer the following questions.
runs at its rated speed. a The magnitude of the residual voltage is
Keep the speed constant throughout the ___________
experiment.
8 Measure the voltage induced across the armature and b When there is no current in the field, how is the
note down the measured value in Table 3. residual magnetism available in the poles?
This induced voltage is due to the residual

magnetism as the field current is zero. If the
residual magnetism is absent in the field poles,
then there will be no residual voltage. In such
a case the residual magnetism could be c What are the reasons for the disappearance of
recreated by connecting the field winding to a residual magnetism in a DC generator?
DC source such as a battery for a short time.
9 Close the field circuit switch and gradually increase the
field current to 0.1 ampere by reducing the resistance
of the field rheostat.
If the generator is not able to build up voltage d What is the reason for the magnetisation
even though it is running in the marked characteristic curve to have a straight line relationship
direction, switch off the prime mover and then between the field current and the induced voltage?
interchange the field terminals of the generator.
While varying the field rheostat/regulator it
should be done positively and slowly in the
forward direction. Reverse movement should
be avoided.
e What is the reason for the magnetisation
10 Increase the field current slowly in steps of 0.1 ampere, characteristic curve to have a flat portion in the end?
and for each step, note down the field current and the
corressponding induced voltage. Record them in
Table 3.
Increase the field current only till the induced
voltage reaches just above 125% of the rated
value. Check the speed of the generator at f Could you remember the shape of the magnetisation
intervals. If necessary, adjust it to the rated characteristic as a part of a certain other curve which
value. you studied earlier? If yes, write where and how the
two curves are related to each other.
11 Switch ÒFF' the DC generator and the prime mover.
12 Draw the graph keeping the induced voltage in the `Y'
axis and the field current in the X axis.
Table 3
Sl.No. Field current Induced voltage Speed


TASK 4: Conduct load test and analyse characteristics of a DC shunt generator
1 Read and interpret the name-plate details of the DC 6 Keep the load switch open and also switch òff' all the
shunt generator and record them in Table 1. (As given circuit switches in the lamp load.
in exercise 3.1.116)
7 Keep the field regulator resistance in `cut-in' position.
2 Identify the terminal of the given DC shunt generator.
Make yourself clear about the method of starting
3 Measure the armature resistance and enter the value in the prime mover and the procedure of adjusting
Table 4. its speed.
4 Select appropriate cables, switch, load and meters, 8 Start the prime mover and bring it to the rated speed of
according to the capacity of the given DC shunt generator. the generator.
5 Connect the meters, rheostat and lamp load with the 9 Build up the voltage of the generator to its rated value,
terminals of the DC shunt generator.( Fig 5a) (If a lamp by adjusting the field rheostat. Enter the value of the
load is not available, a water load (Fig 5b) can be used.) open circuit voltage in Table 3.
Table 4
Terminal Load Shunt field Armature Induced

Sl.No. voltage current current (Ish) current emf Remarks
`V'(Volts) IL kept constant Ia=IL+Ish E=V+IaRa
Armature resis-
tance = ohms
Remember 10 Close the load switch and gradually load the generator
by switching ÒN' a few lamps.
Open circuit voltage V = E – Ia . Ra 11 Read the corresponding terminal voltage, shunt field
where E is the induced emf current, load current, and record them in Table 4.
Ia is the armature current
Ra is the armature resistance. Check the speed of the generator at intervals,
and adjust it to the rated value.
The armature current Ia = IL + Ish 12 Increase the load current up to 125% of its rated value
where IL is the load current in 6 or 8 equal steps.
Ish is the field current. 13 Note down the corresponding terminal voltage and field
current for each step of load current in Table 4.
In the case of no load IL = 0 14 Gradually reduce the load current to zero and switch
hence Ia= Ish. 'OFF' the load circuit and the prime mover.
Therefore, at no load, the terminal voltage comes to
V = E –- (0 + Ish) . Ra.

15 Show the record of your readings to the instructor and
get his approval.
16 Draw the graph of the external characteristic of a DC
shunt generator by keeping the terminal voltage in the
Y-axis and the load current in the X-axis. (Fig 6)
17 Show the graph to your instructor and get his approval.
18 Disconnect the circuit.

Perform no load and load test and determine characterstics of compound

generators (cumulative and differential)
• connect the DC compound generator as long shunt and then as short shunt
• build up voltage and load the compound generator
• determine the load performance characteristic of a DC compound generator (cumulative and differential).
Requirements
• Combination pliers 200mm - 1 No. • DC compound generator 220V 4KW - 1 No.
• M.C. voltmeter 0-250V - 1 No. • Lamp load/resistance load/water load
• Screwdriver 150mm - 1 No. of capacity 220V 5KW - 1 No.
• M.C. ammeter 0-20A - 1 No.
Materials
• Electrician's knife - 1 No.
• Rheostat 296 ohms 2.8 amp - 1 No. • PVC Insulated copper cable 4 sq mm -5m
• DPST knife switch 16A 240V - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Conncect, build up and determine the load performance characteristic of a DC long shunt compound
generator : (a) cumulative (b) differential.
1 Read and interpret the name-plate details of the To check whether the compound generator is
given DC compound generator and record them in connected for cumulatively compound or
Table 1.(As given in exercise 3.1.116) differentially compound which will not be easy
2 Select meters, rheostat and cables according to the at this stage. But this could be determined after
rating of the available DC compound generator. loading.
Rating of meters, rheostat and cables given in 5 Provide a suitable fuse according to the rating of the DC
this exercise, are for 4kW 220V DC compound compound generator.
generator. If any other rating machine is given, Keep the load switch and all the load sub-circuit
you have to select meters of appropriate ranges switches open.
and cables of proper ratings.
Keep the field rheostat sliding arm in such a
3 Identify the terminals of the DC compound generator position that the maximum value of resistance
either from the marking or by testing. is included in the field circuit.
4 Connect the machine as per the connection diagram. 6 Start the prime mover coupled to the DC compound
(Fig 1) generator, and build up the voltage of the DC
compound generator to its rated value.
7 Switch ÒN' the load.
8 Increase the load step by step, note the values of the
terminal voltage and load current for each step, and
enter them in Table 1.
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Table 1 To change the generator from one type to the
Long shunt compound generator other, either the shunt or the series field terminals
have to be changed. Fig 2 shows the connection
I EXERCISE II EXERCISE diagram of the compound machine after
changing the series field terminals whereas the
Sl.No Load current TPD Sl.No Load current TPD initial connection is shown in Fig 1.
10 Open the load switch and stop the prime mover.
11 Interchange the connections of the series field. (Fig 2)
Type of connection Type of connection
9 Draw the external characteristic curve keeping the load

current in the `X'-axis and the terminal voltage of the
generator in the `Y'-axis.
Check whether the terminal voltage falls or 12 Repeat the working steps 6 to 9 and draw the external
rises with the increased load. If the terminal characteristic curve for the second set of readings in the
voltage falls heavily, the internal connection is same graph sheet.
for a differentially compound generator. If it
rises or falls slowly, it is for a cumulatively 13 Write clearly which one of the graph is for the
compound generator. Sometimes the terminal cumulatively compounded generator, and which one
voltage will remain constant from no load to is for the differentially compounded generator.
full load. This type of generator is called a level
compound generator, and it comes under the
category of cumulatively compound generators.
TASK 2: Determine the load performance of DC short shunt compound generator : a) Cumulative b) Differential
1 Check connections (Figs 1 & 2) are for a long shunt 2 Repeat the experiment for the short shunt cumulative
compound generator. and differential compound generators following steps 5
to 13 of Task 1, and enter the values in Table 2.
Complete the connection diagrams shown in
Figs 3a and 3b for the short shunt cumulative, 3 Draw the external characteristic curves on a separate
and differential compound generator, and get graph sheet in the same scale as in the earlier graphs,
it approved by the instructor. and compare with them.
Table 2
Short shunt compound generator
I EXERCISE II EXERCISE
Sl.No Load current TPD Sl.No Load current TPD

(Amps) Volt (Amps) volt
1
2
3
(ASSUMPTION: The internal connections tally with the 4

diagrams given in Figs 1 and 2.) Type of connection Type of connection

Practice dismantling and assembling in DC shunt motor
Note : Exercise 3.1.122 is related to DC Motor and thus placed after the Exercise 3.2.128.
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Practice dismantling and assembling in DC compound generator

• read and interpret the name-plate details of a DC compound generator
• conduct visual inspection of the electrical machine
• dismantle the DC compound generator
• remove, inspect and install the bearings
• clean the parts of the DC generator
• reassemble the DC compound generator
• adjust the brush tension and bedding of brushes and correct the rocker arm position
• check the perfomance of DC compound generator.
Requirements
• Pulley puller 6" - 1 No. • Kerosene - 1 litre
• Hammer 500 gms - 1 No. • Cotton cloth - 1/4 sq. m.
• Cutting pliers 200mm - 1 No. • Carbon tetrachloride - 100 ml.
• Centre punch 100mm. length - 1 No. • Round brush for cleaning 2cm - 1 No.
• Spanner set 5mm to 20mm - 1 set • Petrol - 200 mil.
• Screwdriver, heavy duty - 200 mm • Sandpaper No.1 - 1 sheet
• Tray 300 x 300 mm - 1 No. • Hacksaw blade 300 mm - 3 Nos.
• Mallet, hardwood 60mm dia. - 1 No. • Sandpaper òo' smooth - 1 sheet
• "Man on line" board - 1 No. • Mobile oil S.A 40 - 1/2 litre
• Electric blower 240V 50HZ - 1 No. • Cotton waste - 100 gms
• Shell alvania 3 grease or equivalent - 100 gms
Equipment/Machines
• Hardwood 3cm sq. 20cm long - 2 pieces
• DC compound generator - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Dismantle, inspect and reassemble DC compound generator
1 Read the manufacturer's instruction booklet, and
particularly take into account any special instructions
regarding dismantling procedures.
2 Remove the fuse-carriers from the main switch,
disconnect the DC machine from the supply and display
the "Man-on-line board" on the main switch.
3 Remove the foundation bolts of the machine and shift
the machine to the workbench.
4 Conduct a visual inspection.
5 Clean the outside surface of the motor. Remove all dirt
and grease with a dry cloth soaked in petrol/kerosene.
Do not use water.
6 Make punch marks on both the end plates and yoke.
(Fig 1)
7 Mark the rocker arm position with respect to the end
plate.
8 Remove the brushes from the brush-holder. (Fig 2)
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9 Check pulley tight and adjust. (Fig 3). 13 Remove the bearings using a bearing puller (Fig 6).
14 Reassemble the yoke, armature and end plates.

15 Check the freeness of the shaft by rotating the shaft by
10 Remove the grease cup stud and open the grease cup. hand.
(Fig 4)
If found tight (not free) loosen the end-plate
studs and tighten the crosswise studs gradually
in the proper sequence, and at the same time
feeling the shaft for free rotation.
16 Insert the brush in the holder, adjust the brush tension,
and bed the brushes.
17 Position the rocker-arm in the end plates as per original

marking.
18 Re-install the machine in the foundation and tighten the
foundation bolts and connect the generator.
19 Check whether the generator is operating smoothly
11 Loosen the studs of both the end plates and then
without any vibration. A check-list for mechanical
remove the end plate of the shaft side.
functions is given in Table 1. Fill up all the possible
Open one end of the end plate slowly by columns after checking the generator operation.
holding the armature shaft by hand or pulley
block so that the weight of the armature does Table 1
not damage the pole faces or field windings. Sl. Check-list Remarks
12 Remove the armature from the body of the machine. No. (Mechanical)
(Fig 5)
1 Noise
2 End-play
3 Rotor running free
4 Bearing fits
5 Lubrication, grease,
nipples oil supply
6 Temperature bearings
7 Temperature motor frame
8 Condition of shaft, keyway,

pulley, bearing seals
9 Bolts, nuts tightened
10 Test run 30 min

Electrician - DC Motor
Conduct performance analysis of DC series shunt and compound motors

• read and interpret the name-plate details of a DC series motor
• test and identify the terminals of a DC series motor
• measure the armature resistance
• measure the series field resistance
• connect the two-point starter for series and 3 point & 4 point starter for shunt and compound motor
• measure the speed of the motors
• vary the load of a DC series motor
• determine the performance characteristic of a DC series motor shunt motor and compound motor and draw
the following curves
- speed versus load
- torque versus load
- speed versus torque.
• determine the efficiency of the DC shunt motor at different loads.
Requirements
Tools/Instruments
• Prony brake system complete - 1 No.
• Insulated cutting pliers 150mm - 1 No.
• DC shunt motor 220V 2/3 HP - 1 No.
• Screwdriver 150mm - 1 No.
• 220V 4 - point starter - 1 No.
• D.E. spanner set 5mm to 20mm - 1 No.
• Rheostat 100 ohms 2 amps - 1 No.
• 500V Megger - 1 No.
• Brake test arrangement with
• Multimeter/ohmmeter 0 to 2 K ohms - 1 No.
two spring balances of 25 and
• M.C.ammeter 0-15A - 1 No.
50 kg rating - 1 Set
• M.C. volmeter 0-300V - 1 No.
• 220V DC compound motor 2 or 3
• Tachometer 300-3000 r.p.m - 1 No.
with prony brake loading arrangment - 1 Set
Equipment/Machines Materials
• D.C. series motor 220V 3 H.P - 1 No.
• 2.5 sqmm PVC insulated multi-strand
• ICDP switch 250V 16A - 1 No.
copper cable - 6 m.
• 2- Point starter - 1 No.
• Fuse wire 5A &10A. - as reqd.
• Dial type spring balance
• Test lamp - 1 No.
25kg capacity - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Conduct the load performance test on a DC series motor
1 Note down the name-plate details.
2 Identify the terminals of the given DC series motor and
test for insulation and ground.
3 Select and collect the required equipment, apparatus
and cables, and connect the motor as per the circuit
diagram. (Fig 1)
The DC series motor should not be started or
made to run without load.
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4 Start the DC series motor slowly by moving the starter 10 Measure the radius of the pulley and calculate the
handle to the ‘ON’ position. torque, horsepower and efficiency.
5 Check the speed, load current and input voltage. Adjust 11 Draw the following characteristic curves.
the load current to 1/4th of the F.L. value by adjusting
- Speed versus load
the load.
- Torque versus load
6 Measure the speed, load current, voltage and read the
spring balance and record in Table 1. - Speed versus torque
7 Slowly increase the load in steps up to full load. Record 12 Write your conclusion about the relationship between
the measurement for 1/2, 3/4 and full load. speed and load, torque and load, speed and torque and
efficiency and load.
8 Tabulate all the readings in the tabular columns provided
in Table 1. CONCLUSION
9 Stop the motor by switching it off after taking all the
readings.
Do not remove the mechanical load before

switching off.
Table 1
Sl. Applied Line Spring Radius T1 Torque T Torque N Speed OP = (2πNT) Efficiency =
Load
No. voltage current balance of pulley in in N.M in 60 (OP x 100)
(volts) (amps) W1 W2 (metre) Kilogram NM= r.p.m. (where N is IP
kg kg metre 1 kg mx9.81 the speed in r.p.m.
& T is the torque
in newton metre)
1/2
3/4
Full
load
TASK 2: Conduct the load performance test on a DC shunt motor
1 Read and interpret the name-plate details and record it. 6 Connect the DC shunt motor as per the circuit
diagram.(Fig 2) Keep the shunt regulator rheostat in the
2 Switch ÒFF' the mains and remove the fuses.
cut out position, and the mechanical load applied
3 Determine the terminals of the DC shunt motor. through the brake to zero value.
4 Test the shunt motor for continuity, short circuit and
insulation resistance between
• the windings
• the windings and the earth.
5 Select a proper rating of I.C.D.P. switch, cables, fuse
wire and 4-point starter according to the rating of the
given DC shunt motor.
The rating given here for the switch, fuse, cable

and 4- point starter is for 220 V, 3 HP motor only.

TASK 3: Determine the relation between load current, speed and torque
1 Switch on and move the 4-point starter handle, gradually 10 Write the conclusion by highlighting the relation between
up to ÒN' position.
• speed and load
2 Measure the speed, and if necessary, adjust the speed
to the rated value by adjusting the shunt regulator • torque and load
rheostat and note down the reading in Table 2. • torque and speed.
3 Increase the load step by step by tightening the
wing-nut.
4 Measure the speed each step read the meters and the
spring balances and record them in Table 2. Load the
motor up to its full load value.
5 Reduce the load gradually and switch ÒFF' the motor. 11 Calculate the efficiency of the given DC shunt motor by
6 Measure the radius of the pulley in metres and calculate applying the following formula and record it in Table 2.
the torque in kg. metres.
2π NT
Output = newton metres/sec. or watts
Torque in kg.m = (W1 – W2)kg x radius of pulley 60
in meters where W1 is the reading of the tight
where N is the speed in r.p.m.
side spring balance and W2 is the reading of the
slack side of the spring balance in kilograms. T is the torque in newton metres.
7 Draw the speed load characteristic curve, keeping the (To convert the torque in Kg metre to newton metre
load (line) current in the X-axis and the speed in the multiply Kg M by 9.81.)
Y-axis. Input = VI
8 Draw the torque-load characteristic in the same graph
where V is the applied voltage, I is the line current.
sheet, keeping the load (line) current in the X-axis and
torque in the Y-axis.
output
9 Draw the torque-speed characteristic in the same graph Hence efficiency = x100
input
sheet, keeping the torque in the X-axis and the speed
in the Y-axis.
2πNT × 100
Use different colours for each curve. = percentage.
60 × VI
Table 2
Sl. No. Applied Line Spring Radius T1 Torque T Torque N Speed OP = (2πNT ) Efficiency =
voltage current balance of pulley in in N.M in 60 (OP x 100)
(volts) (amps) W1 W2 (metre) Kilogram NM= r.p.m. (where N is IP
(kg) (kg) metre 1 kg mx9.81 the speed in r.p.m.
& T is the torque
in newton metre)

TASK 4: Conduct the load performance test of a DC compound motor
a Identify the terminals and test the condition of the When applying the load, the speed may
DC compound motor increase, if it is differential. Then stop the
1 Identify the terminals of the given DC compound motor. motor and interchange the connections of the
series field for cumulative compounding
2 Test the given DC compound motor for continuity,
Accordingly modify the connection diagram.
insulation and ground faults, and make sure the machine
(Fig 3)
is in good condition.
3 Select suitable size of cables, I.C.D.P switch and loading 8 Measure the speed for each step read the meters and
arrangements, according to the machine rating. spring balances and record them in Table 3. Increase
the load up to the full load value.
The rating of the switch, fuse cable and 4-point
9 Reduce the load gradually, switch off the motor.
starter should be changed according to the
rating of the given DC compound motor. 10 Measure the pulley radius for calculating the torque.
The torque = (W1 - W2) in Kgs x radius in meters,
b Connect the machine as a long shunt cumulative
compound motor and test it for its performance T=Kg metre, where W1 is the tight side spring balance
reading and W2 is the slack side spring balance reading
1 Connect the machine as a long shunt (cumulative)
in kgs.
compound motor with the switches, fuses and meters
and starter.(Fig 3) 11 Calculate the torque in newton-metre = Kg. metre x
9.81.
12 Calculate the input = V x I in watts.
(2πNT)
Calculate the output = NW – metres or watts.
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Calculate the percentage efficiency using the formula
2πNT
= (OPx100) / IP = x 100 percent.
60 × VI
13 Enter the values of efficiency for various load currents
in Table 3.
14 Draw the speed-load characteristic curve keeping the
load current in the X-axis and speed in the Y-axis.
2 Arrange the prony brake for loading the motor.
15 Draw the torque-load characteristic in the same graph
3 Keep the series field shorted by the S.P.S.T. knife sheet, keeping the load current in the X-axis and the
switch. torque in the Y-axis. Use different colours.
This will enable the motor to start normally, 16 Draw the torque-speed characteristic in the same graph
even if it is connected as a differential compound sheet, using a different colour and keeping the torque in
motor. the X-axis, and the speed in the Y-axis.
17 Write your conclusion by highlighting the relation
4 Keep the field regulator in the `cut out' position. Switch
between – speed vs load
on the supply and move the 4-point starter handle
gradually up to the ÒN' position. • torque vs load
• speed vs torque.
5 Open the series field shorting switch.
CONCLUSION
6 Measure the speed and adjust it to the rated value and
note down the readings in Table 3.
7 Increase the load step by step up to the full load
following the instructions contained in step 8.
18 Draw the curve showing the relation between load and
efficiency of the DC compound motor in a separate
graph sheet keeping the load in the `X' axis and the
efficiency in the ‘Y’ axis.

Table 3
Sl. No. Applied Line Spring Radius T1 Torque T Torque NSpeed OP= (2πNT) Efficiency =
voltage current balance of pulley in in N.M in 60 (OP x 100) / IP
(volts) (amps) W1 W2 (metre) Kilogram NM= r.p.m. (where N is
& T is the torque
in newton metre)
1
2
3
4
5
c Connect the machine as a long shunt differential

compound motor and test it for its performance.
Tasks c to e to be carried out by the trainees
under the direct supervision of the instructor.
1 Complete the circuit (Fig 4) for the long shunt differential
compound motor and get the approval of your instructor.
2 Connect the machine as a long shunt, differential
compound motor with the switches, meters and starter
as per the approved diagram. (Fig 4)
3 Repeat the steps 2 to 7 of Task 4 b and enter the
If the connections are correct, the speed may
increase with the increased load. Conclusion
4 Repeat the steps 8 to 18 of Task 4b, and write the

conclusions.
Table 4
Sl.No. Applied Line Spring Radius T1 Torque T Torque N Speed OP= (2π NT) Efficiency =
& T is the torque
in newton metre)
1
2
3
4
5
6

d Connect the machine as a short shunt, cumulative
compound motor and test it for its performance.
1 Complete the circuit given in Fig 5 for the short shunt,
cumulative compound motor and get the approval of
your instructor.
2 Connect the machine as a short shunt cumulative
compound motor as per the approved diagram. (Fig 5)
3 Repeat the steps 2 to 7 of Task 4 b and enter the
If the connections are correct, the speed may
fall or remain constant at the increased load.
4 Repeat the steps 8 to 18 of Task b, and write the
Conclusion
conclusions.
Table 5
& T is the torque
in newton metre)
1
2
3
4
5
e Connect the machine as a short shunt, differential

compound motor and test it for its performance
5 Complete the circuit (Fig 6) for the short shunt differential
compound motor and get the approval of your instructor.
6 Connect the machine as a short shunt differential
compound motor as per the approved diagram. (Fig 6)
7 Repeat the steps 2 to 7 of Task 4b and enter the reading
in Table 6.
If the connections are correct the speed will

increase at the increased load.
8 Repeat the steps 8 to 18 of Task 4, and write the

conclusions.
Conclusion

Table 6
& T is the torque
in newton metre)
1
2
3
4
5

Dismantle and identify parts of three point and four point - DC motor starters
Objectives : At the end of this exercise you shall be able to
• dismantle the 3 points & 4 point starter
• identify the parts of three point starter
• identify the parts of four point starter.
Requirements
• Combination pliers 200mm - 1 No. • PVC Insulated stranded

• Screw driver 200mm - 1 No. • Copper cable 4 sq mm - 10 m
• Multimeter - 1 No. • DPST main switch - 1 No.
250V 32A
Equipment/machines • Insulated tape - 0.2m
• 3 point starter 3HP 240V - 1 No. • Fuse wire of required amps - as reqd.
• 4 point starter 3Hp 240V - 1 No. rating.
• Series testing board - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Identify the parts and terminals of 3 point starter
1 Write down the name plate details of the given DC 3 point other terminals of the starter. Keep checking the other
in Table 1. terminals with the second lead till the lamp glows.
Table 1 When the lamp glows brightly with any one of the
terminals, that shows terminal is 'L' (Fig 1).
DC starter ________________3 point
4 Connect one lead of the series testing board with any
Volts ________________ stud of the resistance and another one with remaining
Amps ________________ two terminals respectively. The terminal on which the
lamp glows dim is terminal 'F'. Connect the remaining
Serial No. ________________ third terminal and check lamp glow bright. (Fig 2)
Make ________________
2 Identify the different parts of the starter and draw the Testing should be done carefully.
starter diagram and label the parts in your record.
While identifying terminals, power supply
3 Connect one lead of series testing board with the should not be switched ON in the starter.
'handle' of the starter and connect second lead with the
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TASK 2 : Identify the parts and terminals of 4 point starter
1 Write down the name plate details of given DC 4 point
starter in Table 2.
Table 2
DC starter ________________4 point

Volts ________________
Amps ________________
Serial No. ________________
Make ________________
2 Identify the different parts of the starter and draw the

starter diagram and label the parts in your record.
3 Connect one lead of series testing board with the
'handle' of the starter and connect second lead with the
other terminals of the starter. Keep checking the other
terminals with the second lead till the lamp glows.
When the lamp glows brightly with any one of the
terminals, that shows terminal is 'L1' (Fig 3).
stud of the resistance and another one of the three
terminals respectively. The terminal on which lamp
glows more dim (or) spark on the terminals, that shows
terminal is L2. (Fig 4)
stud of the resistance and another one with remaining
two terminals respectively. The terminal on which the
lamp glows more bright is terminal 'F'.
6 The remaining fourth terminal is that of the terminal
'A'.

Assemble, service and repair three point and four point DC motor starters
• identify the parts of the DC starters
• trace and draw the schematic diagram of the starters
• check and clean the contact studs and the starter resistance
• measure the resistance of the no volt coil
• set the over load relay.
Requirements
• Combination pliers 200 mm - 1 No. • DPST main switch 250 V 32 A - 1 No.
• Screw driver 200 mm - 1 No. • PVC Insulated stranded copper cable - 10 m
• Multimeter - 1 No. 4 sq mm.
• Flat file Bastard 150 mm - 1 No. • Insulation tape - 0.2 m
• Flat file smooth 150 mm - 1 No. • Fuse wire of required amps rating - as reqd.
• Ammeter DC 0-30A - 1 No. • Carbon tetra chloride - 50 ml.
• Voltmeter DC 0 - 300 V - 1 No. • Sandal paper No. 1 - as reqd.
• Megger 500 V - 1 No. • Petrolium jelly - as reqd.
Equipment/Machines
• 3 point starter 3 HP 250 V DC - 1 No.
• 4 point starter 3 HP 250 V DC - 1 No.
• DC compound motor 230 V 3HP 10 A - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
General maintenance and servicing
1 Write down the Name-plate details of the given DC 2 Identify the different parts of the starter and draw the
motor starter in Table 1. starter diagram and label the parts in your record.
Table 1 3 Trace the internal connections of the starter and draw
the schematic diagrams. Fig 1 and 2 are given for your
DC starter
guidance.
DC starter 3 point / 4 point 4 Check the contact studs (movable in handle and
Amps Volts stationary in face plate of starters) and the starter
Make Serial No. resistance. Follow the procedure given in chart 1 to
rectify the defects.
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5 Visually inspect the colour and condition of the no volt 11 Start the DC motor and load it to the rated current.
coil and enter the details in Table 2.
The starter should not trip at this settings. If it
6 Measure the resistance value of the holding (no-volt) trips, increase the current setting of the
coil as well as that of protective resistance and note the overload relay to the next higher value by a
readings in the Table 2. small increment. In case the overload relay
current setting is much higher, then also starter
7 Measure the insulation resistance of the coil with
will not trip.
respect to the core. Enter the value in Table 2.
To find the correct setting reduce the current
If there is any change in the present condition
setting till the starter trips and then slightly
with respect to values obtained at the time of
increase the current setting till the starter
installation, discuss with your instructor. If
holds. Accordingly recalibrate the overload
necessary replace the NVC with a new one
current rating. Normal setting of the overload
having same specification.
relay will be 1.5 times the rated current of the
8 Set the overload relay for the same current rating as of motor.
the motor.
12 Check the starter operation in load condition. In case
9 Connect the DC motor with the starter. of any trouble follow the trouble shooting chart and
10 Make necessary loading arrangement for the DC motor. rectify the defect.
Chart 1
General maintenance procedure for DC starters
Trouble area Cause Remedy
1 Check the stationary and movable a) Loosely fitted studs a) Tighten the nuts in the rear of the
contact studs for burns and contact studs
pittings.
b) Over load b) Reduce the load.
c) Insufficient pressure on contact c) Add a washer or two over the

studs due to loosely fitted handle. handle and tighten the handle
studs
d) Improper operation. d) Smoothly manipulate the handle

from start to run condition.
e) Light burns over the contacts

could be cleaned with CTC
(Carbon tetra chloride)
Heavy burns and pitting need to
be dressed with a sand paper or
a flat file.
f) Apply petroleum jelly over the

movable and stationary contact
points.
2 Check the starter resistance for a) open resistance are due to a) Do not keep the starter handle in
open or shorts excessive heating resulted from: starting position for a long time.
i) wrong starting method i) Reduce the over load.
ii) excessive load ii) Replace the opened resistance
with the equivalent material size
and length.
b) Shorted resistance due to:
i) excessive vibration of the panel i) Reduce the vibration of the panel
ii) loose mounting of the by proper mounting.
resistance ii) Properly mount the resistance.

Table 2
No volt coil
Initial condition at the time of Remarks

Present condition
Sl. installation
Description
No.
Date of
Condition Date Condition
installation
1 Colour of the no volt coil 1.8.2000 Yellow

(visual inspection)
2 Resistance value of the 1.8.2000 2500 ohms
no volt coil
3 Insulation resistance 1.8.2000 5.5 Megohms
between the no volt coil
and the core
4 Protective resistance of 1.8.2000 1000 ohms

the 4 point starter
Chart 2
Trouble shooting chart for DC Starters
Trouble Cause Remedy
1 Intermittent current flow in the 1 Loose connections. 1 Tighten all terminals / connections.
motor through starter. 2 Stud may not be firm. 2 Tighten the studs.
3 Insufficient pressure of the handle 3 Adjust the pressure
4 Formation of dirt. 4 Clean the studs with contact
cleaner.
2 Handle is not coming to off 1 Insufficient spring tension. 1 Replace the spring with a good
position when NVC is demagnetised one.
2 Gummy material sticking to the 2 Clean the magnet faces.
faces of the magnet.
3 Noisy magnet 1 Loose core. 1 Fix the core firmly

2 Magnetic pole surfaces not 2 Replace the magnetic assembly.
making proper contact.
3 Dirt or dust on magnetic faces. 3 Clean with suitable solvent.
.
4 Failure to pick up handle in ‘on’ 1 Low voltage for no volt coil. 1 Check the supply voltage and
position. rectify.
2 Coil open or short . 2 Replace the coil.
3 Mechanical obstructions. 3 Clean and check up contacts.
4 Soft iron piece on the handle 4 Fix the soft iron piece on the
missing. handle properly such that it is
attracted firmly on the magnetic
pole face of the no volt coil.
5 Starter is tripping often 1 Incorrect setting of overload relay. 1 Set the overload relay properly.
2 Sustained overload. 2 Reduce the load.

Practice maintenance of carbon brushes, brush holders, commutator and

sliprings
• interpet the name-plate details of the DC machine and record it
• inspect the DC machine and pre-test it to locate the fault
• dismantle the DC machine, overhaul it
• maintain and service the parts of the DC machine like carbon brushes, brush holders, commutator and slip
rings
• reassemble and test the DC machines
• troubleshoot the DC machine.
Requirements
• Electrician tool kit - 1 No. • Faulty DC machine 220 V, 3 HP - 1 No.
• Bearing puller - 1 No. • Arbor press - 1 No.
• DE spanner set 2 mm to 20 mm - 1 Set • Dial test indicator - 1 No.
• MC ammeter 0-500 mA - 1 No. Materials
• MC voltmeter 0-500 mV - 1 No.
• MC voltmeter 0-250V - 1 No. • PVC Insulated copper wire - as reqd.
• Growler external with ammeter - 1 No. 2.5 sq mm, 250V grade
• Megger 0-50 meg ohms, 500 V - 1 No. • Cleaning brush 3 cm dia - 1 No.
• Multimeter - 1 No. • Carbon tetra chloride (CTC) - 5 0 ml.
• Wooden mallet 8 cm dia - 1 No. • Grease type and quantity - as reqd.
• Electric air blower 240 V, 50 Hz - 1 No. • Kerosene - 1 litre
• Under cutting tool - 1 No. • Lurbication oil type and quantity - as reqd.
• Soldering iron 60W 240V - 1 No. • Cotton cloth - as reqd.
• Sand paper/sand cloth-grade
and quantity - as reqd.
• Solder 60/40 - as reqd.
• Soldering flux - as reqd.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Check the condition of the DC machine

Table 2
1 Interpret the name-plate details of the given DC motor
and record in Table 1. (same Table 1 as in Ex 3.1.115) Visual inspection
2 Visually inspect the machine and enter your findings in SI. Description Noticed as/at
Table 2. No. (strike out items
not applicable)
3 Conduct the continuity test, resistance measurement
and insulation test and enter the results in Table 3. 1 Rotation of the Free / Slightly tight
shaft Not rotating
4 Obtain the above test values at the time of installation
from the section in-charge and enter the values in 2 Symptom of Armature / Field /
Table 3. burn Commutator / Brush /
Terminal block /
5 Dismantle the DC machine.
No. plate
6 Clean each part with the help of a brush and a blower.
3 Burning smell Armature / Field /
A careful study of the test results and the result Commutator / Brush /
values compared between earlier and present Terminal block /
conditions will indicate clearly how the No plate
machine behaves. Discuss the results with 4 Damaged parts
your co-trainees and with the instructor.
5 Loose connection
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Table 3
Test results
Sl.No. Description of the test Test result at the Test result Test result
time of installation before servicing after servicing
date
1 Continuity between
i) Series field terminals ....................... ....................... .......................
ii) Shunt field terminals ....................... ....................... .......................
iii) Armature terminals ....................... ....................... .......................
2 Resistance value between
i) Series field terminals ....................... ....................... .......................
ii) Shunt field terminals ....................... ....................... .......................
iii) Armature terminals ....................... ....................... .......................
3 Insulation resistance value between
i) Series field and the frame ....................... ....................... .......................
ii) Shunt field and the frame ....................... ....................... .......................
iii) Armature and the frame ....................... ....................... .......................
iv) Series field and shunt field ....................... ....................... .......................
v) Series field and armature ....................... ....................... .......................
vi) Shunt field and armature ....................... ....................... .......................
TASK 2: Service the parts of the DC machine as stated below

1 Measure the resistance of each field coil (Fig 1) and
compare the value with the figure given by the
manufacturer. If it is low or high replace the coil with a
similar coil.
2 Measure the insulation resistance between each coil

and the frame with a Megger.(Fig 2) If it is low replace
the coil with a similar coil. Enter the defect and action
taken to rectify the defect in Table 4 in the appropriate
place.
3 Test the armature for short or open circuits by connecting
the ohmmeter test leads to two adjacent commutator
bars (Fig 3).
5 Check that the meter reading is the same for all
4 Set the meter range to get a reading as near mid- scale adjacent commutator segments. If not a) a high resitance
as possible. (Fig 4) indicates an open circuit b) a low resistance indicates
a short circuit.
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As the commutator is also a part of the armature
winding a short or open shown by the above
tests involves commutation. Hence check the
commutator as explained here before
suspecting a coil defect.
Alternatively the armature can be tested for
short, open or grounded coils by a growler.
In case a single open or short or ground coil is
detected in the above tests, the coil could be
replaced with a similar coil; on the other hand
if a number of coils are found to be defective,
the armature needs to be rewound.
6 Test the armature/commutator for earth fault by 7 Check the commutator for raised mica insulation. If
connecting one lead of the Megger to the shaft and the found, under cut the mica. (Fig 6)
other lead of the Megger to the commutator bar. (Fig 5)
Enter the defect and the action taken to rectify the
defect in Table 4 in the appropriate place.
Table 4
Fault and rectification record
Attended by: Date:
Sl.No. Area of defect Action taken for

rectification
1 Fault in field coil
a) Individual coil resistance measurement is the same as the others/not
the same
b) Individual coil insulation resistance is the same as the others/not
the same
2 Faults in the armature

a) Shorted coil
b) Open coil
c) Grounded coil
3 Faults in commutator
a) Raised mica
b) Pittings in commutator surface
c) Burn at commutator segments
d) Ridges on commutator
e) High bars on commutator
f) Defective solder on raisers
g) Short between segments

Sl.No. Area of defect Action taken for
rectification
4 Defects in brush
a) Worn out
b) Loose fitting
c) Bad bedding
d) Defective spring tension
5 Defects in bearing
a) Worn out
b) Damaged
c) Dry
A tool made from a piece of hacksaw blade

with the sides of the tooth ground down parallel
to the thickness of the mica and held in a
suitable holder ( Fig 7) could be used for under-
cutting the mica.
8 Check the commutator for pittings, ridges and high

bars. (Fig 8). If found, they could be removed by
skinning the commutator. (Turning in a lathe)
The commutator can only be turned to a

minimum diameter specified by the
manufacturer.
9 Verify before skinning (turning) check with a dial test

indicator that the shaft centre is the true commutator
centre. (Fig 9)
10 Get the help of a good turner and do mount the armature
in a lathe. Use a driving dog to turn the shaft and remove
minimum copper from the surface of the commutator till After finishing, check again for raised mica if
the pitting, ridges and high bars are rectified. (Fig 10) necessary undercut the mica.
11 Clean by using the sandpaper/sand cloth to give fine Badly damaged commutator needs to be
finish to the commutator surface. (Fig 11) Enter the replaced by a new one having the same
defect and the action taken to rectify the defect, in specification.
Table 3 in the appropriate place.

12 Check the commutator connections in the raisers. If
necessary, resolder the suspected soldering spots.
(Fig 12)
18 Check the spring tension. If it is adjustable, set it to the

minimum pressure that will prevent sparking or follow
the directions given by the manufacturer. (Fig 16.)
13 Clean away the dust, dirt and carbon deposits from the
brush holder and assembly using Carbon Tetra Chloride.
(CTC)
14 Check the length of the brushes using scale.
If the length of the brush is reduced to 1/3rd of

the original length, the brush should be
replaced.
In case a new brush is to be replaced in place 19 Check the bearing for play, wear and damage.
of the old one, the new brush should have the 20 Clean the bearing using kerosene and then with
specification as recommended by the lubricating oil.
manufacturer.
21 Back the recess with a grease recommended by the
15 Check new brush whether it slides freely in the holder manufacturer up to 80% of the space.
without undue side play. If necessary fit with a smooth
file. Keeping the brush sides parallel.(Fig 13) 22 Identify the bearing which is found defective, remove the
defective one with the help of a bearing puller.
23 Replace it with a bearing having the same specification.
24 Refit the inner bearing plate and then press the bearing
on to the shaft in an arbor press, using a tube and a plate
to apply pressure to the inner ring of the bearing. (Fig 17)
16 Insert the new brush and shape the end of the curve of
the commutator, using glass-paper wrapped around the
commutator and light pressure in the brush. (Fig 14)
17 Assemble the brush in the brush holder check that the

brush holders are not more than 1.5 mm
(1/16 in.) away from the commutator surface. If
necessary adjust, keeping them square to the
commutator. (Fig 15)

Start, run and reverse direction of rotation of DC series, shunt and compound
motors
• connect a 2 point starter and start the motor
• reverse the direction of rotation of a DC series motor
- by changing the armature terminals.
- by changing the field terminals.
• connect a 3 point starter to a DC shunt motor, start and run the motor
• reverse the direction of rotation of a DC shunt motor
- by changing the armature terminals
- by changing the field terminals
• connect, start and run a DC compound motor through a 4 point starter
• reverse the direction of rotation of a DC compound motor
- by changing the armature connections (method 1)
- by changing the shunt field and series field connections (method 2)
• measure the speed of the motor by using a revolution counter and stop watch.
Requirements
Tools/Instruments
• Insulated cutting pliers 150mm - 1 No. • Loading arrangement or
• Megger 500 V - 1 No. complete brake test arrangement - 1 Set
• Screwdriver 150mm - 1 No. • D.C shunt motor 220V 3HP - 1 No.
• D.E. spanner set 5mm to 20mm - 1 Set • ICDP switch 250V/16A - 1 No.
• Shunt type ohmmeter 0-2K • 3 Point starter suitable for - 1 No.
or multi meter - 1 No. 220V 3HP D.C shunt motor - 1 No.
• Test lamp with 220V 25W lamp - 1 No. • Motor compound DC 220Volts
• Revolution couter cyclometer 4 digits - 1 No. and 2 to 3HP - 1 No.
• Stop watch 30 minutes - 1 No. • 4 Point starter 220V 16A - 1 No.
Equipments/Machines Materials
• DC series motor 220V 3 H.P - 1 No. • 2.5sq mm P.V.C. copper
• 2-point starter for 220V 3 multi-strand cable - 18 m
H.P. DC series motor - 1 No. • Fuse wire 15 amps - as reqd.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Connect, start and run a DC series motor

1 Fix and arrange a suitable load for the series motor. 3 Open the 2-point starter, identify the parts, trace the
connection and draw the connection diagram.
The series motor should not start or run without
a load. A flat belt drive, which might slip, while 4 Connect the motor as per a circuit diagram (Fig 1) and
running should not be used. Fig 1 shows the get it approved by the instructor.
loading through brake arrangement. The belt
over the pulley should be marginally tightened Check whether the belt is in position for loading
to apply a certain load on the motor. the pulley.
2 Select a proper rating of the I.C.D.P. switch, cables, 5 Switch ÒN' the I.C.D.P.and move the 2-point starter
fuse wire and 2-point starter, according to the rating of gradually in the clockwise direction, till the ÒN' position
the given DC series motor. is reached and observe the direction of rotation.
6 Record the direction of rotation in Table 1.
The rating of the switch, fuse, cable and 2-point
starter given here is for a 220 V 3 HP DC series 7 Measure the speed with a tachometer and enter the
motor. value in Table 1.
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8 Stop the motor by switching off the I.C.D.P. and wait till
the starter handle comes to the ÒFF' position. Remove
the fuse.
If the 2-point starter provided to you is without

the hold on coil and spring-loaded handle,
then the starter handle needs to be brought to
the ÒFF' position manually after switching
ÒFF' the supply.
When reversing any motor, we should allow it
to come to a dead stop and then operate it in
the opposite direction.
Table 1
Sl. Figure Direction of Speed in

No. rotation r.p.m.
1 Fig 1
2 Fig 2
3 Fig 3
4 Fig 4
TASK 2 : Reverse the direction of rotation of a DC series motor

METHOD 1 : Reverse the direction of rotation by
changing the armature terminals
1 Connect the motor as per circuit diagram Fig 2 and
check the loading arrangement for the correctness.
Repeat steps 5 to 8 of Task 1.
METHOD 2 : Reverse the direction of rotation by

changing the field terminals.
1 Connect the motor as per circuit diagram Fig 3 and
check the loading arrangements for its correctness.
2 Change the supply terminals as per circuit diagram
(Fig 4) and the loading arrangements for correctness.

3 Compare the connections in Fig 1 and Fig 4. Check the Conclusion
direction of rotation in both the cases.
4 Write the conclusion based on this experiment in the
space given below.
TASK 3: Connect, start and run a DC shunt motor

1 Select the ICDP switch, 3-point starter, fuse wire and
cable according to the given specification.
The specification here is for DC shunt motor
220v, 3HP rating. If the available DC shunt
motor in the shop floor is not of the same rating,
the specification will have to be changed.
2 Open the 3-point starter, trace the connections and
sketch the internal parts.
3 Measure the resistance of the series resistor and the
no-volt coil of the starter. Enter these values in Table 2.
4 Connect the DC shunt motor as per circuit diagram.
(Fig 5)
5 Check the supply voltage and confirm by verifying with

the data given in the name-plate.
6 Check the rating of the fuses in the main switch. If
required, change it in accordance with the motor rating.
7 Switch ÒN' the ICDP and gradually move the starter
handle to the ÒN' position. Table 2
8 Check the direction of rotation and enter it in Table 3. Resistance of the series Resistance of the
resistor (in ohms) no-volt coil(in ohms)
9 Stop the motor by switching ÒFF' the ICDP. Wait until
the shaft comes to a standstill position.
10 Remove the fuse-carriers from the ICDP.
Table 3
Sl.No Description Direction of rotation
1 Normal connection as in Fig 5
2 By changing armature terminals as in Fig 6
3 By changing shunt field terminals as in Fig 7
TASK 4: Reverse the direction of rotation of a DC shunt motor

METHOD 1: Change the direction of rotation by METHOD 2: Change the direction of rotation by
changing the armature terminals. changing the shunt field terminals.
1 Reconnect the DC shunt motor as per circuit diagram. 1 Reconnect the DC shunt motor as per circuit diagram.
(Fig 6) (Fig 7)
2 Replace the fuse-carriers. 2 Replace the fuse-carriers.
3 Repeat the working steps 7 to 10 of Task 3. 3 Repeat the working steps 7 to 10 of Task 3.

Only one pair of terminals, either armature or
shunt field, should be changed. If both the
armature and shunt field terminals are changed,
the direction of rotation will not change.
Write the conclusion:
a Necessity of starter
b Method of changing the direction of rotation in a DC

shunt motor based on Fleming's left hand rule.
TASK 5: Connect, start and run a DC compound motor

1 Read and interpret the name-plate details of the given 6 Give the connections as per circuit diagram. (Fig 8)
DC compound motor and record it.
2 Identify the terminals, and test for the insulation
resistance of the given DC compound motor.
3 Select proper sizes of switch, starter and cables
according to the rating of the given DC compound
motor.
The ratings of the switch, starter, cables etc.
given here are for a DC compound motor of
220V 3 HP rating. If the motor rating changes,
the rating of the switch, starter, cable etc.
should also be changed.
4 Open the 4-point starter, trace the connection, sketch
the internal parts and draw the diagram. Measure the
resistance of the series resistor,protective resistor,
no-volt coil and enter the values in Table 4.
5 Select and insert a suitable fuse wire in the main ICDP
switch according to the rating of the given motor.
Table 4
Value of the Value of the Value of the

series resistance protective no-volt coil
of the starter (in ohms) resistance (in Kilo ohms) resistance (in ohms)

7 Connect the ICDP switch to the rated DC supply voltage 14 Press the start-button of the revolution counter and the
of the motor. stopwatch simultaneously.
8 Switch on and move the 4-point starter handle slowly 15 Press the 'off' button of the stopwatch just when the
until the ÒN' position is reached. stopwatch reads one minute and the revolution counter
simultaneously. Read the revolution per minute. Speed
9 Observe the direction of rotation of the motor. The
of the motor in revolution per minute is
direction of rotation of the motor is
If you are not able to stop the stopwatch
10 Take the revolution counter, set the readings to zero,
exactly in one minute, follow the procedure
and fix the rubber tip.
given below. (However the stopwatch and the
revolution counter ought to have been stopped
11 Take the stopwatch and set its reading to zero.
at the same time)
The rubber tip of the revolution counter should 'N' Number of revolutions recorded in counter for a time
be engaged to the shaft centre of the motor. of 'X' minutes as recorded by the stopwatch.
The revolution counter and the stopwatch need
to be started at the same time and stopped at Revolution per minute =
the same time.
12 Hold the revolution counter in the right hand and the ' N' Number of revolutions in counter
stopwatch in the left hand. Stopwatch time in ' X' minutes
13 Engage the rubber tip of the revolution counter in the = r.p.m.
centre of the shaft of the motor.
16 Stop the motor by switching off the ICDP switch, wait
Stand away but in front of the shaft and engage till the shaft comes to rest.
the rubber tip slowly in the small countersink
position of the rotating shaft.
TASK 6: Reverse the direction of rotation of a DC compound motor

METHOD 1 : Reverse the direction of rotation of the DC 1 Interchange the field terminals. (Fig 10).
compound motor by changing the armature
connection
1 Interchange the terminal of the armature. (Fig 9)
2 Switch ÒN' and start the motor by the starter and

observe the direction of rotation. The direction of rotation
of the motor is
2 Switch ÒN' and start the motor by the starter; observe 3 Switch off the supply. Write your observation regarding
the direction of rotation. The direction of rotation of the the method of changing the direction of rotation of the
motor is ________________. DC compound motor in the space given below.
3 Stop the motor by switching off the I.C.D.P; wait until

the motor stops completely.
METHOD 2 : Reverse the direction of rotation of the DC
compound motor by changing the shunt field
terminals and series field terminals.
4 Show your observations to your instructor.
As explained, the series field terminals also 5 Disconnect the connections and keep the tools,
need to be changed in this case, to retain the equipment and materials in their proper places.
earlier characteristics of the compound motor.

Perform speed control of DC motors field and armature control method

• identify the terminals of a DC machine
• connect the DC shunt motor through a 4-point starter and a shunt field regulator
• start and run a DC shunt motor
• measure the speed of a DC motor
• vary the speed of a DC motor using the shunt field control regulator, and find the relationship between the
field current and speed
• vary the speed of a DC motor using armature circuit resistance and find the relationship between armature
voltage and speed.
Requirements
• Insulated cutting pliers 200mm - 1 No. • DC shunt motor 220V 3HP - 1 No.
• Screwdriver 200mm - 1 No. • Rheostat 220 ohms 1 amp - 1 No.
• Electrician's knife (100 mm) - 1 No. • 4-point starter 15A 220V - 1 No.
• M.C. ammeter 0-1A - 1 No. • Rheostat 20 ohms 15 amps - 1 No.
• M.C. voltmeter 0-300V - 1 No. • 3 point starter 15A 220V - 1 No.
• Tachometer 300-3000 r.p.m. - 1 No.
Materials
• Megger - 500V - 1 No.
• Test lamp - 1 No. • P.V.C. Insulated multi-strand
• M.C. ammeter 0 to 15A - 1 No. copper cable 2.5 sq mm 600V grade -10 m
• Fuse wire 15 Amps - as reqd.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Control the speed of a DC shunt motor by the field control method
1 Note the name-plate details of the given DC shunt motor The rheostat position must be in the cut out
and record it in table 1 as in exercise no 3.1.115 postion at the time of starting to have a low
2 Identify the terminals of the given DC shunt motor and starting speed.
test for insulation and ground. 6 Apply the rated supply voltage through the switch and
3 Select a suitable range of rheostat, ammeter, voltmeter, start the motor by the 4-point starter.
switch and fuse according to the specification of the 7 Measure the speed, field current, voltage and enter
given DC shunt motor. them in Table No 2.
4 Make the connections as per the circuit diagram. 8 Decrease the field current by increasing the field control
(Fig 1) . resistance in steps.
Calculate 130% of the speed value from the
name-plate details. The speed should not be
more than 30% of the rated value.
9 Measure the speed, field current,and the applied voltage
for each step and enter these values in Table 2.
10 Switch OFF the supply of motor.
11 Draw the speed versus field current curve in a graph
sheet, keeping the field current in the X-axis and the
speed in the Y-axis.
12 Write your observation highlighting the relation between
5 Keep the field rheostat in the cut out position to have
speed, field current and field flux.
minimum resistance in the shunt field circuit.
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Observation
Table 2
Sl.No. Voltage Line current (IL) Field current (ISL) Speed rpm
1
2
3
4
5
6
TASK 2: Control the speed of a DC shunt motor by the armature resistance method
1 Note the name-plate details of the given shunt motor 8 Increase the armature circuit resistance gradually and
and record it. check the speed and corressponding armature current
and voltage across the armature.
2 Identify the terminals of the given DC shunt motor and
test for insulation and ground. 9 Repeat step No 7 for each variation .
3 Select the 3-point starter, rheostat, ammeter and 10 Switch ÒFF' the supply to the motor.
voltmeter according to the rating of the given DC shunt
11 Draw the speed and armature voltage characteristic
motor.
curve in the graph sheet, keeping voltage in the X-axis
4 Make the connections as per the circuit diagram. and speed in the Y-axis.
(Fig 2)
12 Write your conclusion highlighting the relationship
5 Keep the armature circuit rheostat in the cut out between the voltage across the armature and speed.
position.
Note: Back emf =
6 Apply the rated voltage and start the motor by using the
Eb= Applied voltage – Total armature circuit voltage drop
3- point starter.
= E – IaRT
7 Measure the speed, armature current & voltage across
the armature and enter them in Table 3. = E – Ia (Ra + Rar)
Eb = Applied voltage – (Internal armature resistance drop
+ External armature rheostat drop)
Assuming the internal armature resistance drop is
negligible, we can also assume voltage across the
armature = back emf Eb.
Conclusion

Table 3
S.No. Armature current Voltage across Speed Remarks
(Ia) armature r.p.m.

Practice dismantling and assembling in DC shunt motor

• read and interpret the name-plate details of a DC shunt motor
• dismantle the DC shunt motor
• clean the parts of DC shunt motor
• reassemble the DC shunt motor
• adjust the brush tension and bedding of brushes, and correct the rocker arm position
• check the performance of DC shunt motor.
Requirements
• Pulley puller 6" - 1 No. • Kerosene - 1 litre
• Hammer 500 gms - 1 No. • Cotton cloth - 1/4 sq.m.
• Cutting pliers 200mm - 1 No. • Carbon tetrachloride - 100 ml.
• Centre punch 100mm. length - 1 No. • Round brush for cleaning 2cm - 1 No.
• Spanner set 5mm to 20mm - 1 Set. • Petrol - 200 mil.
• Screwdriver, heavy duty - 200 mm • Sand paper No.1 - 1 Sheet
• Tray 300 x 300 mm x 50 mm - 1 No. • Hacksaw blade 300 mm - 3 Nos.
• Mallet, hardwood 60mm dia. - 1 No. • Sand paper òo' smooth - 1 Sheet
• "Man on line" board - 1 No. • Mobile oil S.A 40 - 1/2 litre
• Electric blower - 250V 50HZ - 1 No. • Cotton waste - 100 gms
• Shell alvania 3 grease or equivalent - 100 gms
Equipment/Machines
• Hardwood 3cm sq. 20cm long - 2 Pieces
• DC Shunt motor - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
1 Read the manufacturer's instruction booklet, and
particularly take into account any special instructions
regarding dismantling procedures.
2 Remove the fuse-carriers from the main switch,
disconnect the DC machine from the supply and display
the "Man-on-line board" on the main switch.
3 Remove the foundation bolts of the machine, shift the
machine to the workbench and note the name-plate
details in Table 1 as shown is Exercise 3.1.115 8 Remove the brushes from the brush-holder. (Fig 2)
4 Conduct a visual inspection.
5 Clean the outside surface of the motor. Remove all dirt
and grease with a dry cloth soaked in petrol/kerosene.
Do not use water.
6 Make punch marks on both the end plates and yoke.
(Fig 1)
plate.
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9 Check pulley tightness and adjust. Remove pulley it 13 Remove the bearings using a bearing puller. (Fig 6)
with a pulley puller if the pulley is found tightly fitted.
(Fig 3)
New bearings need no cleaning. Do not remove

the new bearings from the package until
needed. Before opening the new bearing, keep
the workbench clean and tidy. For fixing the
10 Remove the grease cup stud and open the grease cup. bearing in the shaft, follow the guidelines
(Fig 4) (Fig 7).

Open one end of the end plate slowly by
holding the armature shaft by hand or pulley
block so that the weight of the armature does
not damage the pole faces or field windings.
12 Remove the armature from the body of the machine. 14 Reassemble the yoke, armature and end plates.
(Fig 5). 15 Check the freeness of the shaft by rotating the shaft by
hand.
and bed the brushes following the procedure shown in
Fig 8.
marking.
18 Re-install the machine in the foundation and tighten the
foundation bolts and connect the motor to the supply.

Table 1
Sl. Check-list Remarks
No. (Mechanical)
1 Noise
2 End-play
4 Bearing fits
19 Check whether the motor is operating smoothly without 5 Lubrication, grease,

any vibration. A check-list for mechanical functions is nipples oil supply
given in Table 1. Fill up all the possible columns after
checking the motor operation. 6 Temperature bearings

9 Bolts, nuts tightened

Carry out overhauling of DC machines

• measure the resistance of windings and test the machine for insulation
• dismantle the DC machine
• clean the parts of DC machine
• test the armature and inspect the commutator
• reassemble the DC machine
• adjust the brush tension and bedding of brushes, and correct the rocker arm position
• check the perfomance at no-load and load.
Requirements
• Pulley puller 6" - 1 No. • DC machine - 1 No.
• Hammer 500 gms - 1 No.
Materials
• Cutting pliers 200mm - 1 No.
• Centre punch 100mm length - 1 No. • Kerosene - 1 litre.
• Spanner set 5mm to 20mm - 1 set • Cotton cloth - 1/4 sq. m.
• Screwdriver, heavy duty - 200 mm • Carbon tetrachloride - 100 ml.
• Tray 300 x 300 mm - 1 No. • Round brush for cleaning 2cm - 1 No.
• Midget screwdriver - 25 mm • Petrol - 200 mil.
• Megger 500 volts - 1 No. • Sand paper No.1 - 1 sheet.
• Blowlamp 1/2 pint - 1 No. • Hacksaw blade 300 mm - 3 Nos.
• External growler - 1 No. • Sand paper òo' smooth - 1 sheet
• Mallet, hardwood 60mm dia. - 1 No. • Mobile oil S.A 40 - 1/2 litre
• "Man on line" board - 1 No. • Cotton waste - 100 gms
• Multimeter - 1 No. • Shell alvania 3 grease or equivalent - 100 gms
• Hardwood 3cm sq. 20cm long - 2 pieces
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Dismantle, insert and reassemble DC machine

1 Note the name-plate details in Table 1. (Same table as 3 Test the winding of field and armature for insulation and
Exerices no 3.1.115) record in Table 3.
2 Conduct a visual inspection and record the defects, 4 Clean the outside surface of the motor. Remove all dirt
if any, in Table 2. and grease with a dry cloth soaked in petrol/kerosene.
Table 2 Do not use water.
Visual Inspection Report 5 Make punch marks on both the end plates and yoke
(Fig 1).
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Table 3
Insulation test report
Insulation resistance in megohms

Sl.No. Between terminals Before During After
overhauling overhauling overhauling
1 Armature and shunt field
2 Shunt and series field
3 Series field and armature
4 Shunt winding to body
5 Series winding to body
6 Armature winding to body

The screws, studs, bolts and nuts removed from
plate.
the machine must be immersed in kerosene to
7 Remove the brushes from the brush-holder. (Fig 2) remove the rust and dirt.
Slowly open one end of the end plate, holding
the armature shaft by hand or pulley block so
that the weight of the armature does not damage
the pole faces or field windings.
11 Remove the armature from the body of the machine.
(Fig 5)
12 Check the bearings for wear and tear, breakage or stall.
8 Remove pulley with a pulley puller. If the pulley is found

tightly fitted, check pulley tightness and adjust pulley.
(Fig 3)
9 Remove the grease cup stud and open the grease cup.
(Fig 4) 13 Remove the bearings using a bearing puller. (Fig 6)
14 Clean the bearings. (Fig 7)
Replace the bearings, if found defective.
15 Grease the bearings and cover with plastic paper.
(Fig 7)

and bed the brushes following the procedure. (Fig 9)

marking.
22 Check whether the motor is operating smoothly without
any vibration. A check-list for mechanical functions is
given in Table 4. Fill up all the possible columns after
checking the motor operation.
New bearings need no cleaning. Do not remove 23 Connect the voltmeter, ammeter and the motor to the
the new bearings from the package until rated supply voltage and measure the no-load current,
needed. Before opening the new bearing, keep terminal voltage and r.p.m.
the workbench clean and tidy. For fixing the
bearing in the shaft, follow the guidelines Table 4
(Fig 8). Sl. Check-list Remarks
No. (Mechanical)
1 Noise
2 End-play
4 Bearing fits
5 Lubrication, grease,
nipples oil supply
6 Temperature bearings

16 Clean the yoke and armature with a brush and air
blower. 9 Bolts, nuts tightened
17 Test the armature with a growler.
10 Test run 30 min
18 Reassemble the yoke, armature and end plates.
19 Check the freeness of the shaft by rotating the shaft by
hand.

Perform DC machine winding by developing connecting diagram, test on

growler and assemble
• dismantle the armature from the body
• collect and record the armature datas
• test the armature for ground with test lamp
• test the armature for short in the coil with an external growler
• test the armature for open in the coil with an external growler.
Requirements
• Electrician tool kit - 1 Set • 7 Mill millinex paper - as reqd.
• Insulated cutting pliers 200mm - 1 No. • 30 SWG super-enamelled copper wire - 300 g
• Scissors 150 mm - 1 No. • Empire sleeve 1mm, 2mm - 1 m each
• Mallet hardwood 0.5kg - 1 No. • Cotton tape 20mm -1m
• Soldering iron 25W, 125W, 240 V - 1 No. • Binding/hemp thread - 1 roll
• Tray 200 mm x 200 mm x 50 mm - 1 No. • Hylam/fibre wedge 2mm thick - as reqd.
• Scale with weights 1 to 450 g - 1 No. • 10 milli triplex paper - as reqd.
• Outside micrometer 0-25mm - 1 No. • V-32 insulation varnish - 1/2 litre
• Tweezer 100mm - 1 No. • Thinner - 1/2 litre
• Stand winder for armature - 1 No. • Resin core solder 60/40 - 20 g
• Power hack saw blade used - 1 No. • Resin flux (power type) - 10 g
• Centre punch 150mm - 1 No. • Air dry varnish - 1/2 litre
Equipment/Machines • Used hack saw blade - 1 No.
• Soldering paste - 10 g
• Growler external with hacksaw blade - 1 No.
• Burnt out armature - 1 No.
• Rotor balancing machine for small - 1 No.
armature
• Multimeter 0 1000 ohm 2.5 to 500V - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Dismantle of armature from the body

Assumption: To facilitate easy approach, the 5 Trace the internal connection from the field, armature,
procedural steps are for a mixer similar to speed selector switch and draw the connection diagram.
Sumeet make. However NIMI does not take any Fig 1 is given for your guidance.
resopnsibility for the correctness of the
specification given in this information as the
specifications are bound to change by the
manufacturer from time to time.
1 Note the name-plate details of the given mixer in
Table 1.
2 By turning the mixer upside down, make the position of
the closing cover.
3 Dismatle the rubber bush and unscrew the fixing screw
from the closing cover.
4 Trace the main supply lead and its connection to the
internal parts.
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Table 1
Data Sheet
Make ............... Type....................
KW....................... Volt ................... Amp............... No. of poles...................
R.p.m................. Frame............. Model.......................
Rotor Size of No. of Coil Coils/Slot Wt. of Wt. of the No. of No. of Remarks
wire Turns Pitch one coil winding slots commutator
Centre of slots.
to
Centre of bars
Centre of mica
Commutator
Pitch
Lap Wave
6 Remove the top cover screw which is fitted in the inner 11 Remove the carbon brushes.
side of the body of the mixer.
12 Mark the position of the bottom cover and the body for
7 Remove the top cover of the mixer. the mixer with the help of a centre punch.
8 Remove the coupling pulley 13 Loose the through machine screw and remove the
bottom cover.
9 Disconnect the main supply lead and inner leads from
the speed selector swich terminals. 14 Remove the fan blade from the armature shaft.
10 Remove the motor from the plastic cover assembly. 15 Remove the armature out of the stator
TASK 2: Collect and record the armature datas

1 Check visually the armature for fault symptoms and
To give proper guidance to the trainees a
then by an external growler.
particular make mixer (similar to sumeet mixer)
2 Note down your findings in Tables 1 under symptoms is considered here.
of defects
The connection diagram is shown in Fig 3, the
3 Place the armature in the winding stand. Count the ring diagram is shown in Fig 4 and the develped
number of slots, number of segments and record in diagram is shown in Fig 5.
Table 1.
5 Identify one slot and mark a dot each on the side of slot
4 Draw the developed diagram with the help of the data with the help of a centre punch. (Fig 6)
obtained.
6 Trace the end connection from the slot to the commutator
segment.

7 Mark one dot on the lightly ends of the identified
commutator segment by using a centre punch. (Fig 6) Fig 7 shows the lead swing as found in the
mixer taken as the example

13 Remove the armature coil one by one from the solts
8 Record the findings in Table. 1
14 Count the number of turns, size of winding wires weight
9 Cut the armature leads from the commutator raisers. of each coil, weight of whole winding and type of slot
10 Apply a thinner to the armature slots and winding. insulation. Record them in Table 1.
11 Remove the fibre/Hylam wedges from the armature 15 Practice the exercise for three or four times with
slots (Fig 8). different armature assemblies.
12 Count the coil pitch and record it in Table. 1 16 Keep all the parts safely for using at the next exercise.
TASK 3: Perform winding of armature

1 Select the winding wire according to the original winding
and mount the spool on a stand.
For sumeet mixer use winding wire of size
30SWG.
2 Insert a guide paper in the identified slots in which the
coil is to be placed. (Fig 9)
Large size armatures are to be supported by

stands (horses during winding).
(Fig 11)
For the sumeet mixer, taken as an example,

we have
Total number of slots = 12
Segments = 24
Winding wire = 30 SWG
Number of coil sides in each slot =4
(2 coil sides are looped together and the loops
are connected to the segments)
Number of turns in each coil = 36 turns identified
slot pitch 1-6.
3 Place a guide paper in slots 1 and 6. (Fig 9) 5 Wind the armature by hand placing one end of the coil
side in slot No.1 and the other in slot No.6
4 Hold the armature in hand. (Fig 10)
6 Count 36 tuns and then make a longer loop.

Do not make mistakes in counting. Wrong 8 Make a short loop at the end of the second coil and start
number of turns will result in unbalanced winding the next coil in slot numbers 2 and 7.
armature. 9 Make a long loop at the end of 36 turns and wind the
7 Make another 36 turns in the same solts (1 and 6) by same number (36) of turns in the same slots (2 and 7).
holding the loop with your fingers of the hand.
TASK 4: Solder the armature after rewinding

1 Measure the lead swing length so as to reach the
identified commutator raisers.
2 Remove the insulation of the winding wire loops at the
connection points to the raisers.
3 Place the end connection wires in the risers in proper
sequence and tie a rubber band on the commutator so
as to hold the extended wire connections from the
raisers in position.
4 Solder the end connections with the raisers properly
(Fig 11).
5 Remove the excess solder from the raisers.
6 Check the connections and then bind the end
connections with the armature. (Fig 12)
7 Test the armature with an external growler for shorts,
open and grounding.
8 Varnish the armature after no fault in armature.
9 Remove the excess varnish after drying and check the
rotor for balance in a dynamic balancing machine.
10 Assemble the mixer/liquidizer and test run the mixer
with load.
TASK 5: Test the armature

1 Test the armature winding for ground with a test lamp
between the commutator segments and shaft. (Fig 13)
In case of grounding, trace the grounding by

sequential de-soldering of the commutator
connections and remove the grounding.
2 Place the armature on the external growler. (Fig 14)

3 Switch ‘ON’ the growler.
4 Hold the hacksaw blade over the top of the slot and
along the length of it. (Fig 15)

5 Rotate the armature slowly and observe the hacksaw 7 Rotate the armature and continue testing all the adjacent
blade vibration and the growling noise. bars.
- The blade does not vibrate-it is an indication of ‘NO’ While rotating the armature, the geometrical
short in the armature coils. position of the test-leads should not be changed
for subsequent testings.
- Vibration of the blade and a growling noise indicate
short in the coil. - Equal meter reading show correctness of winding.
In case of a fault, rectify the same. - Any higher value of reading shows open in-between
the armature coil/coils
6 Connect the AC milli-volmeter/ammeter (normally
provided with the growler) leads to the top two adjacent 8 Consult the instructor in case of fault in the armature
segments (Fig 16) by keeping the growler switches winding.
‘ON’.
9 Pre-heat and varnish the armature.
Care sould be taken while varnishing the
armature to ensure that the commutator is not
exposed to the varnish.
10 Repeat the exercise for four or five armatures.

Electrician - AC Three Phase Motor
Identify parts and terminals of three phase AC motors

• read and interpret the name plate details of the given 3 phase squirrel cage induction motor and slipring
induction motor
• identify their parts and write their names
• test the 3 phase squirrel cage induction motor for continuity test
• identify the terminals of 3-phase squirrel cage and slipring induction motors.
Requirements
Tools/Instruments Equipments/Machinery
• Insulated combination plier 200mm - 1 No. • AC 3 phase squirrel cage induction
• Insulated screw driver 200mm with motor - 5HP, 3-Phase, 415V, 50Hz - 1 No.
4mm blade - 1 No. • AC 3 phase slip ring induction motor -
• DE spanner set 5 mm to 20mm - 1 Set 5HP, 3-Phase, 415V, 50Hz - 1 No.
• MI volt meter 0-300 V - 1 No.
Materials
• MI volt meter 0-500 V - 1 No.
• Test lamp 240V, 60 Watts - 2 Nos. • PVC Insulated copper cable 1.5 sq mm -4m
• Pendent lamp-holder 240V 6A - 2 No.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Identify the parts of 3 phase squirrel cage induction motor
Instructor may arrange the AC 3 phase squirrel cage induction motor and slip ring induction motor in
dismantled condition on the work bench. Explain the name of the parts and label them with numbers.
Then ask the trainees to write the name of the parts for the labelled number parts. (or)
If the dismantled motors are not available provide the exploded view chart of the motor and hide the
parts name, and explain and ask them to write their names.
1 Read and interpret the name plate details of the 3 phase

squirrel cage induction motor and note down in Table 1
Table 1
Name-plate details
Manufacturer, Trade Mark....................................... Rated frequency.........................................Hz

Type or model or ................................................... Rated power.........................................k.w/HP
Type of current....................................................... Rating class...................................................
Function................................................................ Insulation class..............................................
Serial number........................................................ Rated current.........................................Amps
Type of connection................................................. Rated speed...........................................r.p.m
Rated voltage.................................................. volts Protection class..............................................
2 Identify the parts of the AC squirrel cage induction motor 4 Write the name of the parts of each labelled number
from the real objects or from the exploded view chart tag in Table 2
(Fig 1)
5 Get it checked with your instructor.
3 Label the each identified parts with number tags.
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Table 2
S. No. Label Name of the parts of squirrel
Number cage induction motor
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
TASK 2: Identify the parts of AC 3 Phase slip ring induction motor

1 Read and interpret the name plate details of the 3 Phase slip ring induction motor and note down in
Table 3.
Table 3
Name-plate details
Manufacturer, Trade Mark....................................... Rated frequency..........................................Hz
Type or model or ................................................... Rated power.........................................k.w/HP
Type of current....................................................... Rating class...................................................
Function................................................................ Insulation class..............................................
Serial number........................................................ Rated current.........................................Amps
Type of connection................................................. Rated speed...........................................r.p.m
Rated voltage.................................................. volts Protection class..............................................
2 Identify the parts of the AC 3 Phase slip ring induction Table 4

motor from the real objects (or) from the exploded view
chart (Fig 2). S. No. Label No. Name of the part
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
3 Label the each identified parts with number tags
4 Write the name of the parts of each labelled number 5 Get it checked with your instructor.
tags in Table 4.

TASK 3: Identify the terminal of a 3 phase squirrel cage induction motor
METHOD 1: Identifying the terminals of a 3-phase induction
motor with the help of two lamps in series
Lamps should be equally rated both in voltage
and wattage. (Fig 3)
2 Test for continuity with the help of a test lamp and find
the 3 pairs out of six terminals of the induction motor.
(Fig 4)
1 Repeat the steps 1 to 4 of Method 1.

2 Connect the terminals U1 and V with a link, connect a
voltmeter VL of 500V range between U2 and V and a
3 Identify the 3 pairs of terminals, name them as ‘U’ coil, voltmeter VP of 300V range between U1 and U2 as
‘V’ coil and ‘W’ coil. shown in Fig 6.
4 Tag U1 and U2 for ‘U’ coil only. For other coils tag V1
and V2 for ‘V’ coil and W1 and W2 for ‘W’ coil as shown
in Fig 3.
Assuming the terminal marked as U1 by you is
the beginning of coil U, proceed as below.
5 Connect the terminals U1 to V and then connect the
series combination of the lamps to the winding ends U2
and V as shown in Fig 5a and give 250 AC voltage
across U1 and U2.
If the lamps glow bright as shown in Fig 5a then
the linked ends are similar ends. For example, 3 Switch ‘on’ the supply, if the voltmeter VL reads more
the linked ends are U1 and V1. than VP, then the linked terminals are similar as shown
If the lamps glows dim as shown in Fig 5b, then in Fig 4 (i.e U1V1).
the linked ends are dissimilar ends. For 4 Check the voltmeter VL reads less than VP, then the
example, the linked ends are U1 and V2. linked terminals are dissimilar (i.e U1V2). Mark them
6 Check to the test result in step 6 or 7, mark the name as U1V2.
of V coil terminals as V1 and V2. 5 Test in the same way the remaining terminals of coil
When the current flows through the coils they ‘W’ and mark them as W1 and W2.
produce magnetic fields. If similar ends are Normally small capacity, 3-phase induction
connected, the magnetic fields help each other motor terminals are arranged in the terminal
and produce high voltage across the lamp box as shown in Fig 2 to facilitate either star or
terminals making them to glow bright. In the delta connection to be made in the terminal
case of dissimilar connections the voltage at box itself by links and to be started by a D.O.L
lamp terminals will be low and the lamps will starter. Compare your terminal marking with
give dim light. the terminal marking given on the terminal
7 Test in the same way for the remaining terminals of coil plate. Discuss with your instructor and seek
‘W’ and mark them as W1W2. further clarification if there is any difference.
METHOD 2: Identifying the terminals of a 3-phase induction METHOD 3: Identifying the terminals of a 3-phase induction
motor with the help of a voltmeter motor with the help of single lamp method
1 Connect the terminals as shown in Fig 7a. Connect it
to a 240V AC supply and switch on the supply.
2 Check the lamp glows, the linked terminals are
dissimilar. i.e U2V1. Mark them as U2V1.
If the lamp does not glow, the linked terminals
are similar (i.e U2V2). (Fig 7b) Mark them as U2
and V2.
When current flows through the coils they
produce magnetic fields. If dissimilar ends are
shorted (linked) they assist each other and
voltage induces in the third coil and the lamp
glows. If similar ends are linked, the magnetic
fields oppose each other and no voltage will
be induced in the third coil. Hence the lamp
does not glow.
TASK 4: Identify the terminal of a slip ring induction motor

1 Remove the terminal box cover and sketch the lay Condition 2: The resistance of the earth electrode should
out of the terminals. (Fig 8) be less than 5 ohms unless otherwise stated.
8 Draw connection diagram for the 3 phase slip ring
induction motor (Fig 9).
2 Test for continuity with the help of a test lamp and find
out rotor’s three terminals out of nine terminals of the
slip ring induction motor
3 Connect prob - 1 to any one of the 3 slip rings or brush
4 Touch prob - 2 to terminals of motor one by one.
5 Check the test lamp burns then that teminals are rotor
terminal.
6 Put name them as KLM and remaining six terminals
are stator terminals.
The above test will not be valid until and unless
the following conditions are observed.
Condition 1: Check and ensure that the earth continuity
conductor (E.C.C) connected to them main earth
electrode is in perfect continuity, having a resistance of
less than 1 Ohm.

Make an internal connection of automatic star-delta starter with three contactors

Objectives : At the end of this exercise you shall be able to
• identify the major parts of semi automatic and automatic star delta starter
• read and trace the internal circuit diagram of the both starter
• make internal connections of a semi-automatic starter and automatic starter between contactors timer start-
stop push button and over load relay
• check for the functioning of the starter no volt release
• connect the squirrel cage induction motor to starter
• set the timer unit in an automatic starter with appropriate timing.
Requirements
• Connector /Screw driver 100 mm - 1 No. • PVC insulated copper wire - as reqd.
• Spanner Set (6mm -25mm ) - 1 Set 2.5 sq mm, 250V grade
• Multimeter - 1 No. • Cleaning brush 3 cm dia - 1 No.
Equipment/Machines • Carbon tetra chloride (CTC) - 5 0 ml.
• Grease type and quantity - as reqd.
• Semi automatic star-delta starter • Kerosene - 1 litre
10A 415v,50Hz - 1 No. • Lurbication oil type and quantity - as reqd.
• Automatic star-delta starter • Cotton cloth - as reqd.
10 A 415v to 50 Hz - 1 No. • Sand paper/sand cloth-grade
• 3 Phase 415V 3 Hp/5 Hp squirrel cage and quantity - as reqd.
induction motor with 6 terminals - 1 No. • Solder 60/40 - as reqd.
• Soldering flux - as reqd.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Make the internal connection of the semi-automatic star-delta starter with three contactors
1 Collect the various components of a semi-automatic 1 ........
star-delta starter from the instructor (i.e Contactors,
2 ........
overload relay, start-stop-push-button etc.)
3 ........
2 Name the external parts indicated by numbers. ( Fig 1)
4 ........
3 Draw and complete the connections in Fig 2 for the
power circuit only confirming to Fig 5 (i.e connection
between supply, contactors, overload relay and motor
terminals).
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4 Read the control circuit diagram. (Fig 2) and draw the 5 Open the cover of the semi-automatic star-delta starter.
diagram (Fig 3) for semi automatic star-delta starter. Read the circuit diagram given with it. (Fig 4 LT LK
starter). Identify the major parts of semi-automatic
star delta starter.

6 Check the working of the contactors with a multimeter 12 Wireup the power circuit for the semi-automatic star-
by manually actuating the contactor. delta starter according to the circuit diagram with the
given starter.
7 Mount the contactors, overload relay etc. on a plain
vertical board. 13 Check the suitability of the starter for the given motor.
8 Name the contactors (i.e) main, star and delta. 14 Connect the motor to the three phase supply through
the semi-automatic star-delta starter.
9 Wireup the control circuit.
15 Switch on the ICTP. Press the star-button of the
Use single strand conductors for control circuit
starter. Observe the starting.
connections. Make proper terminations.
Check the fuse rating of ICTP which is suitable
10 Give supply to the control circuit and check for logical
for the motor. Check the supply in all the
sequence of closing and opening the contactors.
phases.
16 Release the start-button and check the close and open
condition of the contactors. When the motor reaches
approximately 70% of the normal speed,
17 Press the start-button again and ensure there is no
effect on the motor running.
18 Actuate the overload relay manually, and check its
functioning.
19 Press the start-button to restart the motor. Record
your observation.
The motor..............(fails to start/starts)
20 Record your findings for the motor not starting when the
start-button is pressed immediately after overload
relay tripping.
11 Call the instructor and get his approval to make the
power circuit connections of the semi-automatic star-
delta starter.
TASK 2 : Make internal connections of automatic star-delta starter with three contactors
1 Collect the automatic star-delta starter without inter 4 ......................

connections from the instructor.
5 ......................
2 Name the external parts indicated by the numbers in
3 Name the internal parts of an automatic star-delta
Fig 6.
starter indicated in Fig 7.
1 ....................
2 ...................
3 ...................
4 ....................
4 Read the power and control diagrams (schematic) in
Fig 8.
5 Draw and complete the connections in Fig 9 for power
circuit only conforming to Fig 8 (i.e connection between
supply, contactors, overload relay and motor terminals).
6 Draw the connections of the control circuit on the
diagram provided (Fig 10) for automatic star-delta
operation. Observe the sequence indicated in the
schematic diagram. (Fig 8)
1 .......... ..........
7 Open the cover of the automatic starter and read the
2 ..................... circuit diagram given with it.
3 ...................... 8 Check the working of the contactors with a multimeter
by manually actuating the contactor.
11 When separate contactors and other parts for an
automatic star-delta starter are not available, remove
the contactors, overload relay and the timer with the
starter and mount on a plain vertical board for easy
interconnections.
The space available within the starter is very
limited and making connection consumes more
time, and is a special skill of panel wiring.
12 Label the contactors, star, delta and main.
13 Give supply control circuit and check for the logical
sequence of closing and opening contactors.
14 Call the instructor and get his approval to make the
power circuit connections of the star-delta starter.
15 Wire up the power circuit on the star-delta starter
according to the circuit diagram.
16 Read the name-plate details of the motor. Check the
suitability of the fuse for the motor to be connected.
17 Connect the motor to the 3-phase supply through the
starter.
18 Start the motor and observe the starting. Check what
speed the starter switches over from the star to delta.
19 Answer the statement.
At what speed the switching over from star-y connection
to Delta connection happens?
a) above 70% of normal speed
b) below 70% of normal speed
9 Mount the contactors, overload relay, stop and start The turning of the set screw increases or
push-buttons on the T.W board. decreases the gap between normal strip of
timer relay causing more or less time to actuate
10 Wireup the control circuit with the help of connecting contact mechanism.
wires.
20 Press the start-button again and check. There should
Use single strand conductors only. Make proper not be any effect in the motor running.
termination.
21 Disconnect the motor from the supply after opening the
ICTP isolating switch.

Connect, start and run three phase induction motor by using DOL, star-delta
and auto transformer starters
• identify and collect the parts of a DOL starter
• assemble the DOL starter and make control circuit connection
• connect ICTP switch and DOL starter with 3 phase motor
• set the overload relay and replace correct capacity fuse
• start and stop the 3 phase motor through DOL starter
• Identity the parts of a manual star-delta starter and trace the connection
• connect the manual star delta starter with 3 phase squirrel cage motor
• adjust the over load relay according to the motor current rating
• start and stop the motor through the star delta starter
• reverse the direction of rotation of the motor
• connect a 3 phase induction motor with an auto transformer and contactor as starter
• start and run a 3 phae induction motor using auto transformer and contactor.
Requirements
Tools/Instruments
• Combination pliers 200 mm -1 No. • Delay time relay, 24V AC operatiing
• Screw driver 200 mm, 300 mm - 2 Nos. coil with 1 or 2 normally open contacts - 3 No.
• Connector screw driver 100 mm - 1 No. • 3-phase Squirrel cage motor
• Wire stripper 150 mm - 1 No. 415V, 50 Hz, 3HP, 5 HP - 2 Nos.
• MI Ammeter 20A, 10A - 2 Nos. • DOL starter 10 Amp 415V - 1 No.
• MI Volt meter 0-500V - 1 No. • Manual star-delta starter 16A,415V - 1 No.
• Tachometer 0-3000rpm - 1 No. • TPIC switch 16A 415V - 1 No.
• Contactors 415V AC with 240V • PVC Insulated single strand

operating coil having 16A - 3 power copper cable 16 SWG, 18 SWG - 0.5 m
circuit contacts 2A - 4 auxiliary • Machine screw 2BA.30mm long
change over contacts - 4 Nos. with two washers and one nut - as reqd.
• Power cable single strand 2.5 mm2 - as reqd.
• GI wire 145WG -8m
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Identify the parts of a DOL starter connect, start and run the 3 phase induction motor
1 Note down the name-plate details of the given AC 3- 2 Collect the contactor unit, overload relay unit, start/
phase squirrel cage induction motor in Table 1. stop push-button unit, the necessary fixing screws,
hookup cables, I.C.T.P switch and D.O.L starter base
and cover.
Table 1
Name plate details
Manufacturer, Trade Mark...................................... Rated frequency...........................................
Type, model ........................................................ Rated power............. .........................k.w/HP
Serial number....................................................... Rated current ......................................amps
Insulation class..................................................... Rated speed ................................................
Rated voltage......... ......................................volts Protection class............................................
Rated voltage................................................ volts
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3 List the items you received from your instructor in Fig 2 shows Push-buttons only.
Table 2.
Table 2
List of items
1 ______________________________
2 ______________________________
3 ______________________________
4 ______________________________
5 ______________________________
6 ______________________________
7 ______________________________ Fig 3 shows Overload relay package with push-button
8 ______________________________ strips in the foreground which will get actuated when the
push-buttons are pushed.
9 ______________________________
10 ______________________________
4 Record the name plate details of the contactor and

overload relay in your record respectively.
5 Investigate and check the contactor input and output
terminals, auxiliary and main terminals, movable and
fixed contacts, no-volt coil, overload relay, their rating,
normally closed relay contacts and their operation.
6 Identify the connecting terminals for interconnecting
no-volt coil, main supply to control circuit, normally
open auxiliary contacts.
Refer and recapitulate the connection diagram
Fig 4 shows Contactor with no-volt coil.
7 Identify the mounting screw holes in the contactor,
overload relay and the corresponding holes in the
starter base box.
8 Draw the complete circuit diagram for the given D.O.L
starter with overload relay, no-volt coil, ‘ON’ and ‘OFF’
push-buttons.
For your guidance following diagrams are
given for a starter of a particular make.
Fig 1 shows Base and cover of D.O.L starter.
9 Get the approval instructor for diagram.

10 Mount the accessories in the starter base box with the
help of mounting screws.
Do not tighten the screws more than necessary
as too much tightening of screws will break the
PVC casing of the contactor and OL relay.
11 Identify the place of connection of the hook-up cables
with the help of the approved diagram. Measure and
cut the hook-up cables leaving allowance for harnessing.

12 Connect the hook-up cables according to the approved Before connecting the 3-phase squirrel cage
diagram. motor, test it for continuity and insulation.
13 Check harness of the hook-up cables such that the 20 Connect the protective earthing continuity conductors
cables do not interfere with any moving mechanism of (two separate PE connections) to the motor and starter
the starter. case, ICTP switch, and connect securely the PE
14 Check up once again the complete connection of the continuity conductors to the main earth. (Fig 5)
D.O.L starter internal wiring. 21 Investigate the full load current of the motor and set the
15 Get the wiring approved by your instructor. overload relay of the starter to that rating.
16 Identify the holes in the starter base box for mounting 22 Provide a backup fuse as recommended by the
the starter on the wall/frame. manufacturer of the starter considering the horse-
power rating of the motor.
17 Mount the starter vertically on the wall/frame.
For your guidance the backup fuse rating for a
The position of the starter should be such that specified horsepower/kw rating.
the no-volt coil mechanism works properly,
taking advantage of the gravitational pull while Preferably check for the backup fuse rating in
disengaging. the pamphlet supplied alongwith your starter.
Use a plumb bob or spirit level to check the 23 Get the main connections, earth connections, overload
verticality. setting and the backup fuse rating approved by your
instructor.
18 Connect the main supply to the starter incoming
terminals through the I.C.T.P switch. (Fig 5) 24 Switch on the ICTP.
25 Start the motor by the start (S3) button of the starter.
26 Read the ammeter for the starting current at the time
of starting.
27 Read the voltmeter and ammeter values when the
motor shows normal runnings.
28 Measure the actual speed of the rotor with the help of
a tachometer.
29 Switch OFF the motor using stop (S2) button of the
starter.
30 Switch OFF the mains, remove the fuses and disconnect
the connections.
31 Determine the synchronous speed and enter the value
in Table 3.
Table 3
S No Starting Volt Running Actual Syn
Current meter Current Speed Speed
A complete diagram showing the internal

diagram of a starter of a particular make along
with I.C.T.P switch and motor is given for your
guidance. You can replace the internal diagram
of the given starter in the place of the starter
diagram. (Fig 5)
19 Connect the starter outgoing terminals to the 3-phase
squirrel cage induction motor alongwith the ammeter 32 Show the readings to your instructor.
and voltmeter. (Fig 5)

TASK 2 : Start, run and reverse a AC 3 phase squirrel cage induction motor by manual star/delta starter
1 Read and interpret the name-plate details of the starter
and enter in Table4.
Table 4
Starter : Name Plate details
______________________________________
______________________________________
______________________________________
______________________________________
______________________________________
2 Switch ‘off’ the mains, remove the fuse-carriers and

keep them in safe custody.
3 Remove the terminal cover of the motor and the front
cover of the starter.
To connect a star-delta starter, the squirrel
cage induction motor must have six terminals,
which are normally marked as U1, V1, W1 & U2,
V 2 , W2 .
4 Identify the parts of the given star-delta starter, trace
the connections and verify its operation. Draw the
traced out circuit and get it approved by the instructor.
The layout diagram in Fig 6, the schematic
diagram of a star-delta starter in Fig 7 and two
types of practical circuits in Figs 8 and9 are all
given for your guidance only.
8 Insert the ammeter in series with one of the line cables

from the main switch and a voltmeter across two line
cables. (Fig 8 or Fig 9)
9 Wire the proper fuse element according to the given
motor rating in the fuse-carrier and insert the carriers
in the main switch.
10 Set the overload relay according to the full load current
rating of the motor.
11 Provide double earth to the metal body of the main
switch, starter and the motor frame.
ASSUMPTION : Check the connections for
correctness and tightness. Get it approved by
the instructor.
5 Draw the complete connection diagram incorporating
the ICTP switch, the given star-delta starter and motor 12 Switch ‘on’ the main, observe the voltmeter reading and
and get it approved by your instructor. move the handle to the star position positively and at
the same time observe the starting current and enter it
6 Make the connections of the motor, starter and the
in Table 5.
ICTP switch as per the approved diagram.
13 Allow the motor to start, race initially and let the sound
7 Connect three cables from supply L1L2 & L3 to the main
of the rotating shaft come to a steady state; then move
switch. ( Fig 8 or Fig 9)
the handle to the delta position positively.

14 Note down the direction of rotation and enter it in
Table 5
Table 5
Sl. Description 1st Start 2nd Start 3rd Start Unit
No.
1 Supply voltage Volts
2 Starting current (Star position) Amps
3 Running current (Delta position) Amps
15 Note down the current taken by the motor in running

condition and enter the value of the current in Table 6.
Table 6
S.No. Description Direction of
rotation
1 1st start Connection R to L1
Y to L2 B to L3
2 2nd start Connection R to L2
Y to L1 B to L3
3 3rd start Connection R to L2
Y to L3 B to L1 21 Stop the motor, switch off the supply and remove the
fuse; then interchange the line cables Y’ and B’
16 Stop the motor by pressing the stop-button of the terminals L3 and L1 respectively. (Fig 11)
starter.
22 Insert the fuse-carriers in the main switch.
17 Switch ‘OFF’ the main switch and remove the fuses.
23 Repeat steps Nos.13 to 16 and record the information
18 Interchange the two line cables R’ and Y’ to terminals in Tables 5 and 6.
L2 and L1 respectively as shown in Fig 10.
24 Stop the motor and write your observations about the
19 Insert the fuse-carriers in the main switch. method of changing the direction of rotation.
20 Repeat steps No.12 to 15 and record the information in ————————————————————
Tables 5 and 6.
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25 Switch ‘off’ the mains, remove the fuse-carriers and
remove all connections.

TASK 3 : Connect and run 3-phase induction motor through auto-transformer starter operated by contactors
1 Check the insulation and continuity of three-phase
induction motor.
2 Check the earthing connection for its effectiveness.
3 Examine the diagrams. (Fig 11 and 12) What the
following symbols in the diagram indicate? Write your
response in the space provided).
5 Mark the different terminals of contactors corresponding

to the actual panel provided.
6 Draw the control circuit connections including timer
and overload trip for sequential operation in Fig 13.
7 Complete the connections external to the panel in
Fig 13.
Get the circuit checked by the instructor before
proceeding.
8 Make connections as per diagram.
9 Switch on S1. Switch on the contactor.
10 Check when the full voltage to the induction motor is
4 Draw the power lines connecting the contactors, auto-
given by the auto-transformer.
transformer and motor for sequential operation.(Fig 13)
11 Measure rpm of the induction motor.
12 Switch ‘OFF’ the contactor and then the S1.

Connect, start, run and reverse direction of rotation of slip-ring motor

through rotor resistance starter and determine performance characteristic
• read and interpret the name-plate details of a 3-phase slip-ring induction motor
• identify the terminals of 3-phase slip-ring induction motor
• identify the parts of a rotor resistance starter, trace the circuit and investigate the operation
• connect the 3-phase, slip-ring induction motor through the rotor resistance starter, start and run the motor
• measure the starting and running current and speed
• reverse the direction of rotation
• load a 3 phase slip ring induction motor and measure the slip.
Requirements
Tools/Instruments
• Insulated cutting pliers 200mm - 1 No. • Rotor resistance starter, complete
• Connector screwdriver 100mm - 1 No. set, suitable for 5HP 415V 3-phase
• Electrician’s knife 100mm - 1 No. slip-ring induction motor - 1 Set
• Screwdriver 200mm - 1 No. • Mechanical loading arrangement
• MI Voltmeter0-500V - 1 No. complete set - 1 Set
• Tachometer 300 r.p.m to 3000 r.p.m - 1 No. Materials
• MI Ammeter 0-20A, 0-10A - 1 each
• Megger 500V - 1 No. • PVC insulated, stranded
• MI Ammeter centre zero 5-0-5A -1 No. aluminium cable 2.5 sq.mm -15 m
• PVC insulated, flexible cable
Equipment/Machines 14/0.2mm -2m
• AC 3-phase, slip-ring induction motor • Black insulation tape - 0.2m
415V, 5HP, 50Hz - 1 No. • G.I. wire 8 SWG - 10 m
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Connect start, run and reverse the slip- ring induction motor through rotor resistance starter
1 Record the name-plate details of the given motor and
the starter, and enter them in Tables 1 and 2
respectively.
2 Identify the terminals of the 3-phase, slip-ring induction
motor.
Slip-ring terminals can be identified by
checking the continuity from terminals to the
slip-ring.
3 Open, identify and trace the internal connections of the
rotor resistance starter, draw the diagram and get it
approved by the instructor.
Fig 1 gives the layout, Fig 2 gives the power
circuit connection diagram, Fig 3 gives the
control circuit diagram, and Fig 4 gives the
generalised circuit diagram of a rotor resistance
starter. Compare it with the traced-out diagram.
4 Select the ICTP switch, cables and fuse-wire according
to the rotating of the motor.
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Table 1
Name-plate details of Motor
Manufacturer, Trade Mark : .............................. Rated frequency : ...........................Hz.........
Type, model : ............................... Rated power : ............................Hp.......
Serial number : .............................. Insulation class : ........................................
Rated current : ............................... Rated speed : .......................................
Rated voltage : ............................... Rated current : ........................................
Table 2
Name-plate details of starter
Manufacturer : ______________________
Voltage : _________________ Volts No of Phase : ____________________
Current : _________________ Amp HP/kW : ____________________
Rotor resistance/phase : ______________________ No.of steps : ____________________
Serial No. : ______________________ Max. current : _____________________
Starting current : ______________________ Type of starter : _____________________
4 Select the ICTP switch, cables and fuse-wire according

to the rating of the motor.
5 Draw the circuit diagram connecting the ICTP, starter,
rotor-resistance and the motor, and get it approved by
the instructor.

11 Note down the reading of the voltmeter, ammeter at the
Fig 4 is given to you for your guidance. There
time of just starting and normal running positions.
may be variations in the practical circuit.
Record them in Table 3.
6 Connect double earth independently for the main switch
12 Release the pressure from the start-push button.
starter and the motor. (Use G.I wire No.8 SWG as
earth wire) 13 Note down the direction of rotation. The direction of
rotation is .........
7 Connect the motor, starter, main switch meters as per
the approved diagram (Fig 4) and get it checked by the 14 Measure the speed and enter in Table 3.
instructor.
15 Press the ‘OFF’ button of the starter to stop the motor.
8 Check the supply and provide proper rating fuses in the
16 Do not start the motor when the rotor-resistance
main switch according to the motor rating.
handle is in the running position. The motor starts only
To start and run the motor when the rotor-resistance handle is in the starting
position. (Fig 4) The motor will not start in any
9 Keep the rotor resistance starter handle in the starting
intermediate position or in the running position.
position (cut in) of the rotor resistance.
Investigate the following:
‘Cut in’ position of the rotor resistance is
generally indicated in the starter as ‘starting • Whether the motor could be started when the rotor
position’ or ‘off position’. resistance handle is at the running position.
10 Press the start-push button of the starter. While • Whether the motor could be started when the rotor
pressing the start-push button, slowly move the handle resistance handle is at an intermediate position between
of the rotor resistance from the starting position towards the starting and running positions.
the running position till it settles down at ‘run’ position.
Table 3
(L-with air gap)
Measured resistance = ...ohms
Sl. No Line voltage Starting Running Full load current Speed
in volts current in amp current in amp as shown in the rpm
name plate in amps
• Whether the motor could be started when the rotor

resistance handle is at the starting position.
Write your conclusion.
_________________________________________
_________________________________________
17 Switch OFF the ICTP switch and make sure the supply
is disconnected, and the fuses are removed and kept
in safe custody.
18 Interchange any two of the line wires, either in the
starter terminal (Fig 5a) or in the motor terminals.
(Fig 5b)
Change either the outgoing cable of switch
ICTP or the incoming cables of the starter,
whichever is easier.
19 Replace the fuses, switch ‘ON’ the mains and run the
motor, observe and record the direction of rotation. The
direction of rotation is ..............

20 Stop the motor, switch ‘off’ the mains, remove the
fuses and disconnect the cables.
TASK 2 : Determine the performance characteristics of a slip ring induction motor

1 Make the connections as per diagrams (Figs 6 & 7).
2 Check and ensure the control circuit wiring of the
starter panel is same as Fig 7.
4 Start the motor on no-load.

Make sure the rotor resistance starter handle is
in the starting position. Otherwise the motor
will not start.
5 Cut down the rotor’s circuit resistance to zero gradually
observing the increasing speed of the motor.
6 Watch the deflections of the ammeter pointer in the
rotor circuit and note that it oscillates on either side.
7 Start the stop watch and measure the oscillations of
the ammeter pointer for one minute and record in
Table 4.
8 Load the motor with a brake load to about 25%, 50%,
75% & 100% and record the number of oscillations of
the ammeter per minute in each case. (Table 4)
The load on motor is determined by the current
taken by it from supply.
9 Determine the rotor current frequency at standstill is
equal to the supply frequency to the stator.
Rotor current frequency (fr) while running is supply
frequency fr = s x f
10 Apply the formula
rotor frequency fr
Use the diagram shown in Fig 8 if the motor Slip = supply (stator) frequency f
starter is drum type one.
3 Check the supply voltage for the rated value and switch
on the ICTP switch.

Table 4
Load current in Ampere Ammeter Oscillation Oscillation per second Slip (S = fr/f)
No load
About 1/4 FL
About 1/2 FL
About 3/4 FL
Full load

Determine the efficiency of squirrel cage induction motor by brake test

• select suitable instruments from the name-plate details of the motor
• connect and conduct the test for actual loading with brake
• calculate the output from the readings of the spring balance
• calculate the efficiency of the motor
• draw the graph of load versus efficiency.
Requirements
• Tachometer: multi-range • 3-phase squirrel cage induction motor
300 to 3000 r.p.m - 1 No. 415V, 3 HP 50Hz - 1 No.
• MI Voltmeter (0 - 500V) - 1 No. • Brake loading arrangement DOL
• MIAmmeter (0 - 10A) - 1 No. starter 415V AC 3-phase,50Hz, 10A - 1 No.
• Wattmeter dynamometer type • Connecting cables - as reqd.
500V, 10A, 3000W - 2 Nos. • ICTP switch 16A, 415V - 1 No.
• Spring balance 10 kg - 1 No • Graph sheet (A4 Size) - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
1 Note the name-plate details of the squirrel cage 3 Fix the brake drum’s rope or belt with the spring
induction motor in Table 1. balances in slack condition.
2 Select the voltmeter, ammeter and wattmeter range 4 Switch ‘ON’ ICTP switch ‘S’ and start the motor at no-
suitable to the specification given in name-plate details. load.
Make connection as per circuit diagram. (Fig 1)
5 Measure the speed and record in Table 2.
Check the mounting of the motor to the base is
6 Tighten the belt to apply brake action on the brake
firm. Check the brake drum is properly keyed
drum, until the motor takes 1/4 full load current.
to the shaft.
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Apply and regulate the required amount of Torque, T = (ST - SS) x (R + t) Kg m
cooling water to the brake drum. where (R + t) is in metre, (ST - SS) is in Kg.
7 Read the spring balances (Tension side ST, slack side Record the torque and output in Table 3.
SS) and record in Table 2.
14 Calculate the output applying the formula,
8 Record the voltmeter, ammeter and wattmeter readings
in Table 2. Output = 1.027 NT watt
9 Measure the speed of the motor at this loaded condition where N - revolutions per minute, T - torque in Kg m
and record in Table 2. 15 Calculate the motor input and record in Table 3.
10 Repeat the steps 6 to 9 for different load currents, say Input = (W1 + W2) watt
about 1/4 , 1/2, 3/4 and full load.
16 Calculate the efficiency of the motor and record.
11 Measure the diameter of the brake drum and the
thickness of the rope/belt. (Efficiency = Output/Input)
12 Drum radius ‘R’ = _________m. 17 Plot the graph for the relationship - load in KW versus
efficiency in %.
Rope/belt thickness ‘t’ __________m
Conclusion
13 Calculate the torque
Efficiency of induction motor.
Table 1
Manufacturer’s name : ______________________
Voltage : ______________________ Phase : ____________________________
Current : ______________________ Speed : ____________________________
Power factor : ______________________ KW/HP : _____________________________
Connection : ______________________ Rating : _____________________________
Starting current : ______________________ Serial No. : _____________________________
Table 2
S No. Speed Reading of spring balance Volt meter Ammeter Wattmeter
in rpm tension reading reading reading
ST SS
Table 3
S No. Speed Torque T Output Input (W1 + W2) Efficiency
1
2
3
4
5

Determine the efficiency of 3 phase squirrel cage induction motor by no-load

test and blocked rotor test
• conduct a no-load test for a given 3-phase squirrel cage induction motor
• conduct blocked rotor test for the above 3-phase squirrel cage induction motor
• determine the constant losses and copper loss at full load.
Requirements
• MC Voltmeter (0-30V) - 1 No. • 3-phase induction motor 500V,
• MI Ammeter 0-2.5A - 1 No. AC, 50Hz, 3 HP - 1 No.
• MI Ammeter 0-2A - 1 No. • DOL starter 500V, AC, 50Hz, 3 HP - 1 No.
• MI Ammeter 0-10A - 1 No. • 3-phase auto-transformer input
• Wattmeter 500V, 1A/2.5A 415V, output 0-500V 3 KVA - 1 No.
low power factor - 2 Nos. • Lock bar/locking arrangement - 1 No.
• Wattmeter 125/250V, 10/15A
Materials
multi range - 2 Nos.
• Voltmeter MI 0-500V - 1 No. • Connecting cables - as reqd.
• Voltmeter MI 0-75, 150, 300V • ICTP switch 16A, 500V - 1 No.
multi range - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1 : Conduct No-load test

1 Record the name-plate details of the induction motor in Table 1.
Table 1
Manufacturer’s Name :
Voltage : Phase :
Current : Speed :
Power factor : KW/HP :
Connection : Rating :
2 Collect the instruments to form the circuit. (Fig 1) 3 Make the connections as per circuit diagram. (Fig 1)
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4 Check the supply for the rated value and switch ‘ON’ For star connection
the ICTP switch (S1) (If the value is not correct adjust
by auto transformer) V 1
Resistance per phase RP = ×
5 Start the motor without any load. I 2
6 Read and record the wattmeter, ammeter and voltmeter
readings in Table 2. Therefore RP =
7 Switch ‘OFF’ the supply and disconnect all connections For Delta connection
of the meters, and the motor.
Table 2
Resistance between two terminals R =
Input voltage Power input No-load
WO = current Let the resistance per phase = RP
(W1 + W2) IO
R = RP II 2RP (RP parallel to 2RP)
1 1 1
i.e R = 2R + R
P P
2
Resistance measured = RP
3
2
Therefore Rp (resistance per phase of stator) is = R
8 Check the connections of the 3-phase supply leads to 3
the motor terminals. If six terminals are available
identify each phase winding. Calculations
9 Measure the resistance of the stator using DC low The no-load input: Wo = No load copper loss
voltage supply, ammeter and voltmeter. Record the = (I2ophRP) x 3
reading in Table 3.
(Ioph = no load phase current)
Table 3
For star connected motor IO = Ioph
DC supply Ammeter Resistance of
voltage reading stator (one phase) Ι0
For delta connected motor I2oph =
3
The losses at no load are
• I2 R loss in the stator winding
• Core losses in the stator and rotor
• friction and windage losses
Core losses and friction and windage losses
10 If the motor has only 3 terminals, and the internal practically remains constant in induction motor
connections are marked on the name plate, make
calculations as below. Constant losses = Wo - (Ioph)2 R.3)
TASK 2 : Conduct blocked rotor test

1 Collect the instruments to form circuit as per diagram. 5 Read and record the wattmeter, voltmeter and ammeter
(Fig 2) readings in Table 4.
2 Make the connections as per circuit diagram. (Fig 2) Table 4
Keep the auto-transformer at zero output voltage Input voltage Power input Blocked
position. V W current I
3 Switch on ICTP switch ‘S2’.
4 Increase the output of the auto-transformer voltage Calculation
gradually, watching the ammeter, till the current is
Wattmeter reading = full load I2R loss.
equal to full load current.
= 3I2PRe,

where Re = Resistance of stator winding per phase IP – full load current/phase
Wattmeter reading= 3IP2Re, Copper loss at full load = _________ watts.
I2R at no load = 3Io2Re Input
Magnetic losses = No load input – copper loss. = √3 x v x I x pf = ___________ watt.
Total loss = full load I2R loss + Magnetic losses Total losses = constant losses + copper loss
= Block rotor wattmeter reading + Magnetic losses Therefore, efficiency = ____________
6 Determine the efficiency when the input current is 0.7
Output Input - Losses
Efficiency = = full load and p.f is 0.8.
Input Output + Losses
Conclusion
Determine the efficiency of the motor at full load.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Constant losses
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
= Copper loss at full load = 3I2pRe watts
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
where Re – equivalent resistance/phase
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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90 Electrical : Electrician (NSQF Level - 5) - Exercise 3.3.136

Measure slip and power factor to draw speed torque (slip/ torque)
characteristics
• identify the terminals of a slip ring induction motor
• wire up and connect resistance starter
• start, run the slip ring induction motor
• plot the graph of speed torque characterisitc of slip ring induction motor.
Requirements
Tools/Instruments
• MI Ammeter 5/10A multirange - 1 No. • 3-phase slip ring induction motor,
• MI Voltmeter 250/500V multirange - 1 No. 3HP, 415V, 50 Hz with rotor resistance
• Tachometer multi-range 300, 1000, starter - 1 No.
3000 rpm - 1 No. Materials
Equipment/Machines • ICTP switch 16A 415V - 2 Nos.
• 3-phase auto-transformer input 415V • Connecting cables - as reqd.
star connected, output 0-500V, 3kVA - 1 No. • Graph sheet (A4 Size) - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
1 Read the name-plate details of slip ring induction motor 2 Make the connections as per circuit diagram (Fig 1)
and record in Table 1. and Set the output of three-phase auto-transformer to
minimum.
Select the instruments of suitable range to form the
circuit as per diagram. (Fig 1) 3 Switch on ICTP ‘S1’ and adjust the output of the
3-phase variac to 40% of the rated input voltage of the
motor.
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Table 1
Manaufacturers’s name : ......................................... Phase : ................................................
Voltage : ......................................... Speed : ................................................
Current : ......................................... KW/HP : .................................................
Power factor : ......................................... Rating : ...............................................
Connection : ......................................... Serial No : ................................................
Rotor resistance/Phase: ..........................................
4 Check the load on the brake drum which is totally 6 Close the switch S2 and start the motor.
removed.
7 Measure the speed, current and record in Table 2
5 Set the rotor resistance starter not to include any
resistance in the rotor circuit (i.e rotor terminals are
shorted by the starter).
Table 2
Stator Stator Speed Slip ST SS Motor
input current output
voltage torque
Without extra resistance in
rotor circuit
With additional resistance
in rotorcircuit
-do-
-do-
8 Load the motor by adjusting the spring tension of the SS - spring balance reading and slack side of belt in
belt on the brake drum/pulley until the speed falls to a kg
very low value.
R - radius of Drum/pulley in metre
9 Check the speed, stator current, voltage for each
t - thickness of belt in millimetre
setting of a load and record inTable 2.
13 Record the calculated value of torque and slip in
10 Remove the load on the motor and allow it to run in no
Table 2.
load condition.
14 Plot the graph of speed/slip - torque for each rotor
11 Increase the resistance in the rotor circuit by adjusting
resistance.
the rotor starter handle in two or three steps and repeat
steps 7 to 10. Conclusion
12 Apply the formula and calculate the torque. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Torque (T) = (ST - SS) (R + t) __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
where __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
ST - spring balance reading on tension side in kg __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Test for continuity and insulation resistance of three phase induction motors
• read and interpret the name-plate details of a 3-phase squirrel cage induction motor
• identify the terminals of the 3-phase induction motor
• perform insulation resistance test between phase windings
• perform insulation resistance test between winding and body
• test the effectiveness of earth connection.
Requirements
Tools/Instruments
• D.E spanner 5mm to 20m - 1 Set • M.I voltmeter 0-50V - 1 No.
• Cutting pliers 150mm - 1 No. • M.I voltmeter 0-25A - 1 No.
• Screwdriver 200mm - 1 No. Equipment/Machines
• Megger 500V - 1 No.
• Ohmmeter low range 0-10 Ohm - 1 No. • AC 3-phase, 415V / 3 H.P.
• Test lamp 240V, 60W - 1 No. squirrel cage induction motor - 1 No.
• Earth tester with spikes and Materials
connecting lead - 1 Set
• Hammer straight peen 1.5kg - 1 No. • Connecting cables 2.5 mm2 of
• M.C voltmeter 0-10V - 1 No. length 40m - 1 No.
• M.C ammeter 0-20A - 1 No. • Connecting cables 2.5 mm2 of
• Calibrated rheostat 0.1 ohm, 10 amp - 1 No. length 10m - 1 No.
• Battery 6V, 60 A - 1 No. • Testing prods - 1 Pair
PROCEDURE
TASK 1 : Test the continuity of 3 phase induction motor

1 Note the name-plate details of the induction motor and
enter them in Table 1.
2 Identify the terminals of the given AC induction motor
from the markings.
3 Connect the test loads of the megger to the terminals
U1 and U2. (Fig 1)
4 Rotate the megger at its rated speed and note down
the readings in Table 2.
5 Repeat the steps 3 and 4 by connecting the megger
The megger reading should be zero, if the
terminals between V1 and V2 and also between W1
winding of the motor is having continuity.
and W2. Record the finding in Table 2.
The megger reading should be high or infinity
(∞
∞) if the winding of the motor is open.
Table 1
Manufacturer, Trade Mark :............................. .. Rated frequency:...................................Hz.....
Type, model number :........................................ Rated power : ......................................KW/HP
Type of Curent : ................................................. Rating class : ...............................................
Serial number : .................................................. Insulation class: ............................................
Type of connection :............................................ Rated current : ....................................amps
Rated voltage : .........................................Volts... Rated speed: ..................................... r.p.m
Protection class : ..........................................
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Table 2
Continuity test for 3 phase induction motor
Sl.No Between terminals Meter reading Remarks
1 U1 and U2
2 V1 and V2
3 W1 and W2
TASK 2: Measure the insulation resistance value between the windings
1 Connect the test leads of the megger to the terminals

U1 and V1. (Fig 2)
2 Rotate the Megger at its rated speed and note down the
Table 3
Insulation resistance of 3-phase induction motor
Sl. No Between terminals Insulation resistance Remarks
1 U1 and V1
2 U1 and W1
3 V1 and W1
4 U1 and frame
5 V1 and frame
6 W1 and frame
3 Repeat the steps 1 and 2 by connecting the Megger En = rated phase-to-phase voltage
terminals between U1 and W1, and also between V1 and
P = Rated power in kW.
W1. Record the findings in Table 3.
If the resistance is measured at a temperature different
Recommended standard insulation resistance
from 25°C, the value shall be corrected to 25°C.
20 x Eη The equation given here is used to calculate
R1 = in megohm .
1000 + 2P the insulation resistance as a standard value.
However the accepted insulation value should
where
not be less than 1 megaohms.
R1 = insulation resistance in megohms at 250C.
TASK 3 : Measure the insulation resistance between each winding and body or frame
1 Connect the test leads of the Megger to the frame of
the motor and terminal U1. (Fig 3)
The Megger connection to the frame should be

done at the earthing stud of the frame. Before
connecting, remove the varnish, dust, dirt and
grit thoroughly at the earthing stud.
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2 Rotate the Megger at its rated speed and note down the 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the other two windings
readings in Table 4. (V1 and W1).
4 Compare the measured value with the standard value.
TASK 4 : Measure the resistance of the earth continuity conductor (E.C.C)

1 Measure the resistance of the earth continuity 4 Write below your suggestion to have effective earth
conductor (ECC) and enter the value in Table 4. connection to isolate the circuit under earth fault by
2 Measure the earth electrode resistance and enter the fuse or circuit breaker.
value in Table 4.
3 Write the conclusion in the remarks column of table
indicating whether the fuse will blow in case of earth
fault in the above circuit, or suggest methods to be
adopted to have effective earth connection in the above
case.
Table 4
Insulation resistance of 3-phase induction motor
Sl No. Resistance Resistance Total earth Voltage Earth Fuse Remarks
E.C.C. earth resistance between fault rating
R ECC electrode R EE Re= phase current of the
R ECC+R EE and E motor
earth EP IF = P Circuits
RE
1 U1 and V1
2 U1 and W1
3 V1 and W1
4 U1 and frame
5 V1 and frame
6 W1 and frame

Perform speed control of 3-phase induction motors by various methods like

rheostatic control, auto transformer etc.
• connect the 3 phase slipring induction motor through rotor resistance starter
• control the speed of a 3-phase sliping motor by rotor resistance starter
• connect a 3 phase induction motor to an auto transformer starter
• control the speed of a 3 phase induction motor by auto transformer starter.
Requirements
Tools/Instruments
• Insulated cutting pliers 200mm - 1 No. • Rotor resistance starter complete
• Cconnector screw driver 100 mm - 1 No. set suitable for 3HP - 1 No.
• Elecrician’s knife 100 mm - 1 No. • AC 3 phase squirrel cage induction
• Screw driver 200mm - 1 No. motor 500V, 5 HP - 1 No.
• MI Voltmeter - 0-500 V - 1 No. • Auto - transformer starter complete
• Tachometer 300 rpm to 3000 rpm - 1 No. set suitable for 5 HP - 1 No.
• Megger 500V - 1 No.
Materials
Equipment/Machines
• PVC Insulated flexible cable 2.5 sqmm - 20 m
• AC 3 Phase slipring induction motor • IC TP switch 10A 500V - 2 Nos.
415V 3HP - 1 No. • Test Lamp 40 W 250V - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1 : Control the speed of a slipring Induction motor by a rotor resistance starter
1 Check the Insulation and continuity of the motor
winding.
2 Make the connection as per circuit diagram. (Fig 1)
3 Check the supply and provide proper rating fuses in the
main swich according to the motor rating.
4 Keep the rotor resistance starter handle in the starting
position (cut in) of the rotor resistance.
Cut in position of the rotor resistance is generally
indicated in the starter as starting position or
off postion.
5 Press the start button of the starter, while pressing the
start push button, slowly move the handle of the rotor
resistance from the starting position towards the running
position step by step till it settles down at run position.
6 Measure the speed at every step of rotor resistance
and record them in Table 1.
Table 1
Sl No. Rotor Resistance Speed
Handle position in RPM
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7 Release the pressure from the start push button. 8 Press the off button of the starter to stop the motor.
TASK 2 : Control the speed of 3-phase Induction motor by an auto transformer starter
1 Check the insulation and continuity of the motor 3 Switch on the main switch ‘S1’ and then press start
winding. push button. (keep auto-transformer for 100V output)
2 Make connections as per diagram. (Fig 2) 4 Start moving the auto transformer starter contacts
such that the induction motor will start getting more
voltage in stages upto full voltage.
5 Note the speed and voltage at every stage.
6 Reduce the applied voltage to the induction motor by
resetting the auto-transformer contacts.
7 Measure the rpm of the induction motor at every stage
and note in Table 2.
Table 2
Sl.No. Line voltage (V1) rpm
8 Switch off by pressing stop button and then switch off

the main switch (S1)
Conclusion
State in what proportion the speed changes with respect
to applied voltage to induction motor.
Get the circuit checked by the instructor before

proceeding.

Perform winding of three phase AC motor by developing connection diagram,

test and assemble
• dismantle the motor
• read, record and interpret the winding data for a 3-phase squirrel cage induction motor
• strip the old winding from the stator
• prepare and provide slot insulation
• prepare and lay the coils for the distributed type winding, concentric group of coils
• make end connections and terminate the lead wire
• insulate, bind and shape the overhangs
• assemble the motor
• test the motor for performance.
Requirements
Tools/Instruments
• Screwdriver 100, 150 and 200 mm - 1 No each • Electirc air blower - 1 No.
• DE spanner 5mm to 30 mm - 1 Set
• Ring spanner 5 mm to 30 mm - 1 Set Equipment/Machines
• Cold chisel 25 mm x 200 mm - 1 No. • Burnt out 3-phase motor with single
• Ball pein hammer 500 grams - 1 No. layer distributed winding of available
• Nylon mallet 75 mm x 100 mm - 1 No. capacity & double layer - 1 No.
• Pulley puller 200 mm with 3 jaws - 1 No. • Baking oven with temperature control - 1 No.
• Centre punch 10 mm x 150 mm - 1 No. • Coil winding machine - 1 No.
• Insulated cutting pliers 200 mm - 1 No. • Burnt out 3 phase motor with single
• Side cutter 150 mm - 1 No. layer concentric half coil winding - 1 No.
• Micrometer outside 0-25 mm - 1 No.
Materials
• Hacksaw frame 300 mm - 1 No.
• Steel rule 300 mm - 1 No. • Super-enamelled copper wire - as reqd.
• Scissors 200 mm - 1 No. • Milinex sheet or triplex paper - as reqd.
• Fibre or Hylam knife of assorted sizes - 4 Nos. • 20 or 25 mm cotton tape - 1 Roll
• Soldering iron 125 W, 250V - 1 No. • Fibre glass sleeves 1 mm, 2 mm,
• D.B.electrician knife 100 mm - 1 No. 4 mm, 6 mm - as reqd.
• Multimeter - 1 No. • Bamboo/fibre wedges - as reqd.
• Megger (insulation tester) 500V - 1 No. • 25 mm painting brush - 1 No.
• Ammeter (or multi-range) M.I. 0-10A - 1 No. • Soldering lead 60%, Tin 40%, - 100 g
• Voltmeter M.I.Multi-range - 1 No. • Resin flux - 25 g
0-300V-500V • Insulating varnish - 1 litre.
• Tachometer 0-500-5000 r.p.m. - 1 No. • Tray 600 mm x 600 mm x 100 mm - 1 No.
• Allen key - 1 Set • Thinner - 500 ml
• Readymade former universal size - 1 Set • Hemp thread - 1 Roll
• Awl of required length and thickness - 1 No. • Used power hacksaw blade - 2 Nos.
• Spatula - 1 No. • Leatheroid paper - as reqd.
• Magnetic compass 15 mm dia. - 1 No. • Empire sleeve - as reqd.
• Blow lamp - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
Instructor may select a motor having burnt out single layer distributed winding for this exercise.
TASK 1 : Dismantling of the motor, recording winding data and stripping the winding
1 Collect the name-plate details and record in Table 1. 2 Calculate the number of poles from the name-plate
details.
98
f - frequency in Hertz
120 × f
Using the formula P = N Ns - synchronous speed in r.p.m.
s
(little higher than the rotor speed noted in the name-plate).
where P - number of poles
3 Enter the number of poles in Table 2.
Table 1
Induction motor name-plate details
Make ................................ Frame No................................ Model .......................
Phase ................................ Kilo watt ................................ r.p.m ........................
Volts................................ Amperes ................................ Frequency .................
Rating ................................ Insulation ..................
Connection................................Star/Delta Class .......................
Table 2
Winding Data
No.of coils ................................ No.of slots.............................. Coil pitch ......................
No.of Poles ................................
Overhang projection a) connection end ................................mm
b) Non-connection end ................................mm
Alternatively calculate the poles using the

rated rotor speed and round off the value to full
number.
4 Remove the shaft key or the grub screw by holding the
pulley. (Fig 1)
To avoid confusion make a single punch mark

on one side and a dual punch mark on the
other end of the motor.
7 Remove the grease cup screw.
8 Loosen the bolts gradually, switching from side to side
5 Remove the pulley by using a suitable pulley puller. till they are removed. (Fig 4)
(Fig 2)
6 Make a centre punch alignment mark on the stator and 9 Keep the cold chisel tip between the stator and cover
the end shield cover. (Fig 3) and gently tap the chisel with a hammer and separate
the stator and the end shield cover. (Fig 5)
14 Identify whether the winding is a single layer distrib-
uted type.
In a single layer distributed type winding, the
number of coils is equal to half the number of
slots and the same size of coils are used
throughout the winding.
15 Record the number of coils, number of poles,
number of slots, pitch and record the overhand
projection at both ends of the stator in tabe 2 and
if required prepare templates by cardboard or similar
10 Pull off the end shield cover and rotor together, parallel materials for overhang projection. This will help to
to the motor shaft. (Fig 6) check the overhangs after rewinding.
16 Open the end binding of the end and lead connections
from the overhang.
17 Trace the group/lead connections and draw the
same for reference in your record.
The number of coil groups shall be equal to
the number of phase x number of poles in the
case of whole coil connection whereas in the
case of half coil connection the number of coil
groups shall be equal to the number of phases
11 Hold the shaft in one hand, rotate the end cover and tap x pair of poles. Hence ascertain the group and
it lightly with a nylon mallet to remove it from the rotor. connection.
(Fig 7)
18 Remove the wedges. The wedge can removed by
using a power hacksaw blade are shown in Fig 9 or by
a wedge remover.
19 Cut off the coils in the non-connection end of the

12 Remove the other end shield cover also by gently stator with a chisel. (Fig 10)
priming it out.
13 Inspect the rotor for any defect and the bearing for its
condition.
If the bearing is worn out replace it with a new
one. All fastening devices should be kept in a
separate tray. The dismantle parts are shown
in Fig 8.
20 Pull out the coils with pincers or pliers. (Fig 11)

21 Check, record the total weight of the coils, count the
number of turns, measure the size of the wire, and
record them in Table 3.
Some manufacturers may use parallel
conductors of the same size or different sizes
of wires instead of using a single wire. Take
care of this while recording and entering the
details in Table 3 against ‘wire multiple’.
22 Remove all the remaining foreign matter from the slots
by scraping with a knife.
In case the varnish on the winding is hard, heat
the winding in an oven to about 2000C for about 23 Clean it by blowing compressed air.
one hour or heat it by a blowlamp. While 24 Measure the size and shape of the coil. If the full shape
heating it is important that the heat should be of the coil is available record the details in Table 4.
controlled such that the excess heat will not
damage the stampings and warp the frame or In case the full shape of the coil is not available,
core. In the case of loose coils, cutting of the prepare a trial coil of single turn and insert it in
coils may not be required and it can be removed the slots at the given pitches. Verify the
out through the slots. overhang projection, clearance, correct size
etc.
Table 3
No. of circuits...... Turns/Coils...... Size of the wire.......
Wire multiple....... Wt.of scrap..... Wire insulation.........
Table 4
Coil shape: Diamond / Rectangular / Oval
A. Coil length ............................................ mm
B. Coil width ............................................ mm
TASK 2 : Prepare and provide slot insulation

1 Check the slot dimension and record it in Table 5. Prepare a sample of the slot liner and try
2 Check the core thickness and record the same in inserting it in the slot to see the correctness.
Table 5. 6 Cut and prepare the necessary number of slot liners as
3 Select the slot liner of thickness as in the original. per the correct sample.
4 Cut the paper as per slot length/core thickness with an 7 Insert the slot liners in all the slots properly and see
additional length of 10 to 15 mm so as to make the that the slot liners project evenly on both sides of the
insulation paper to project 5 mm on either side of the core. (Fig 13)
slot with cuffed ends.
10 to 15mm on either side is just an approximate
requirement. Large motors may require a
longer length or vice versa.
5 Cuff either end of the slot liner (Fig 12) and fold the
same to the slot size.
The slot liner should properly adhere to the

surface of the slots as shown in Fig 14(a). A
wrong method of placing the slot liner.
(Fig 14b).

8 Check the group/lead connections drawn in step 17 of
Task 1 and also draw the developed diagram of the
winding for the given motor.
For your guidance the end connections and
the developed diagram are given in Figs 15
and 16 respectively for a certain motor having
a single layer distributed type winding with the
following data: 24 slots, 12 coils, 4 poles, 3-
phase balanced winding.
Table 5
Slot dimension
Lower width .............................mm
Upper width (W) .....................mm
Depth ...............................mm
Slot lenfth .........................mm
TASK 3 : Prepare coil winding and forming

1 Select a suitable size of former according to the 4 Wind the designated number of turns (Table 3) by
dimension recorded in Table 4. leaving 150 mm extension wire.
The former is cut with a distinct bevel edge for Make sure the number of turns is small as in the
two reasons: to permit the coil to slip off the original.
former and to allow a longer peripheral length
5 Tie the coil tightly with twine thread on either side of the
of the coil at the back. Only one size of former
coil, after winding the coil.
is sufficient for the distributed type of winding.
6 Cut the remaining length of wire by leaving 150 mm
2 Attach the former securely to the winding stand.
extension.
(Fig 17) .
7 Remove the coil from the former and check its
correctness by inserting in the slots.
If the size is found OK proceed to step 8.
Otherwise make necessary changes in the
former till the coil shape is correct.
8 Make the required number of coils.
9 Shape the coils by folding the ends of the straight parts
of the coils. (Fig 18)
3 Confirm and select the size of winding wire i.e. given in

Table 3.

TASK 4 : Insert the coils in the slots in proper sequence
Procedure for 24 slots, 12 coils, 4 pole distributed

winding is given below. You can adopt the
same procedure for other stators of different
slots and poles with necessary modification.
Observe keenly the developed diagram shown
in Fig 16.
1 Follow the procedure given below. First insert the left
coil sides of 1st coil, 2nd coil and 3rd coil in slot 1, 3
and 5 respectively. (Fig 19)
2 Insert the right coil side of the 1st coil in slot

number 6. (Fig 20)
8 Insert the half moon shaped phase insulation paper

between each coil in both sides of the overhang.
3 Insert the left coil side of coil 4 in slot 7 (Fig 21) and then
9 Follow the developed diagram and connect the end,
insert the right coil side of coil 2 in slot 8. (Fig 22)
group and terminal connections.
10 Tie the connections with overhangs and shape the
overhang.
11 Test the winding .
12 Measure the resistance between A1 - A2 , B1 - B2 and
4 Insert left coil side of coil 5 in slot 9 and then insert the C1 - C2 and record the values in Table 6.
right coil side of coil 3 in slot 10. (Fig 23)
Table 6
Resistance between A1 - A2 ..............ohm
Resistance between B1 - B2 ...............ohm
Resistance between C1 - C2 ...............ohm
5 Proceed likewise till you are left with the right coil sides
of coils 11 and 12. All the three resistances should be equal.
6 Insert the 11th coil right coil side in slot 2 and then the 13 Measure the insulation resistance between the windings
12th coil right coil side in slot 4. (Fig 24) and the stator core with 500 V Megger and record it in
Table 7.
7 Insert the wedges in the slots so that the coil sides are
well packed in the slots. (Fig 25)

Table 7 Table 8
Insulation resistance Insulation Resistance
between core and A phase.....MEGOHM Between A phase and B phase...MEGOHM
between core and C phase.....MEGOHM Between B phase and C phase...MEGOHM
between core and B phase.....MEGOHM Between C phase and A phase...MEGOHM
14 Measure the insulation resistance between the windings 15 Varnish the winding,
with a 500V Megger and record it in Table 8. 16 Assemble the motor and test run the motor with load
The above values should not be less than one for 8 hours.
megohm in any case. The instructor should select a 3-phase induction
motor having a single layer concentric (half
coil) winding for this exercise.
TASK 5 : Record winding data and strip the winding

1 Collect the name-plate data and record in Table 9. 7 Record the length of the overhang projection and
2 From the name-plate details, calculate the number of prepare a template which could be used to check the
poles and write it below. overhangs after rewinding.
Number of poles................ 8 Remove the wedges from the slots.
3 Dismantle the given motor. Record the details of the 9 Strip all the coils out from the stator except one
existing winding details before and after removing the complete group of coils.
coils from the stator in Table 13. 10 Use a thinner in the winding and remove carefully one
4 Identify the windings of the given motor - whether it is complete group of coils without damage.
single layer concentric winding. 11 Check the total coil weight and record it in Table 11.
Table 9 Table 11
Induction motor No. of circuits.........Turns/coil...........
Make ................Frame No. ...........Model ............ a) ..................
Phase ......Kilowatt/HP ...................r.p.m ............. b) ..................
c) ..................
Volts ............Amperes ...............Frequeency........
Size of the wire..............Wire multiple.....................
In single layer winding, the number of coils is Total weight of scraped coils.......Wire insulation.......
equal to half the number of slots. In concentric
12 Clean the stator slots.
winding the pitch of coils in the group will be
different and will be in concentric form. 13 Using the complete set of coils, measure the s ize and
shape of the coils and record the details in Table 12.
5 Record the number of slots, number of coils and the
pitch of the coils in Table10 Table 12
Table 10 Shape of the coil......diamond/Rectangular/Oval
No. of slots ..... No. of coils .........Coil Pitch Outer coil Inner coil
No. of poles............ No. of coils/slot ................. A Coil length ............... mm ...................mm
End connections ........................(Half coil/whole coil) B Coil width .................... mm ................mm
C Coil thickness .............. m
6 Trace the group/lead connections and draw the same
for reference in the space given.
In case the full shape of a coil is not available,
In whole coil connected winding, the total use a single turn of 16 or 18 SWG copper wire
number of groups shall be equal to the number and measure the inner dimensions of the coils
of phases multiplied by the number of poles, of the coils of the set, one after the other. Insert
and in the case of half coil connected winding, it in the slots at the given pitches. Verify the
the total number of groups shall be equal to the length of overhang projection and clearance
number of phases multiplied by the number of etc. taking into account the thickness of the
pairs of poles. Hence ascertain the number of coils. If found satisfactory, use the same for
groups, and, thereby, the type of connection. recording the measurement.

TASK 6 : Prepare slot insulation
1 Prepare slot liners and insulate the slots.
TASK 7: Prepare stepped former and coils

5 Cut the remaining length of wire leaving 150 mm
1 Select a suitable sized former accordidng to the extension.
dimensions recorded in Table 12.
6 Remove the coil from the former, without damage.
2 Set the adjustable stepped former to the dimensions
of the coils taken as data from Table12. Wind one set of coils of the group for trial and
verify the size with the stripped out coils.
3 Wind the designated number of turns in each coil of the Preferably insert one set of groups of coils in
group by referring to table 3. Leave about 150mm in the the assigned slots in the stator and check the
starting end of the coil for connection. correctness with respect to overhand etc.
4 Tie the turns of the coil tightly with twine thread on
7 Wind the required number of coil groups similarly .
either side of the coil after winding.
8 Shape the coils by folding the ends in the straight part
of the coils.
TASK 8 : Lay coils in the slots
The Procedure for 24 slots, 12 coils, 4 poles, In the concentric type of winding the insertion
single layer concentric winding (half coil) is of coils should start from the inner coil which
given below. You can adopt the same is having the shortest pitch.
procedure for the other stators of different
2 Check the connection side of the winding with respect
slots and poles with necessary modifications.
to the stator and hold the connection end of the coil in
The end connection and developed diagrams that side.
for the above stated winding are given in
3 Place a leatheroid paper of length equal to the width
Fig 26 and 27 for your guidance.
of the core in the right side of the core. (Fig 28).
To avoid insulation damage to the winding

wires, check at intervals the position of the
leatheroid paper which is kept on the core
between the right coil side and the core
4 Separate the inner coil from the group, hold the smaller
coil in hand and keep the larger coil infront of the stator
in a leatheroid paper tray. (Fig 28)
5 Insert the left coil side of the smaller coil in slot No. 2.
(Fig 28)
6 Remove the guide papers and insert them in slot
No. 7.
7 Insert the right coil side of the smaller coil in slot
1 Insert the guide papers in the grooves of slot No.2 No. 7.
(Fig 27) where the winding will begin. 8 Remove the guide papers from slot No. 7 and insert
them in slot No. 1.
9 Insert the left coil side of the larger coil in slot No. 1 12 Insert likewise 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th coil groups in the
respective slots. (Refer to the developed diagram)
10 Remove the guide papers and insert in slot No. 8 and
then insert the right coil side of the larger coil in slot 13 Insert a separate paper in all the slots over the inserted
No. 8. coils.
See to it that the current direction in the group 14 Fold the slot liner and insert the wedge in all the slots.
is correct according to the developed diagram.
15 Insert a half moon shaped insulation paper as phase
11 Insert the 2nd coil group having smaller and larger coils insulator between the coils on either side of the
in slot No. 6, 11, 5 and 12 respectively. overhang.
TASK 9 : Connect the coil groups

1 Connect the group connections of the same phase and 3 Use a nylon mallet and shape the overhang to the
solder them according to the end connection and original size.
developed diagrams (Fig 26 and 27). Sleeve the joints.
Check the size of the overhang with the help of
2 Connect the phase leads with the coil groups and overhang template.
insert the sleeve over the joints.
4 Tie the hemp thread to bind the soldered joints along
with the overhang.
TASK 10 : Test the winding

1 Test the winding by megger continuity, short and
insulation resistance test and note down results.
(Task : 1, 2, 3 exercise 3.3.138)
TASK 11 : Varnish the windings

1 Varnish the winding . 2 Dry the moisture by using lamp loads.
3 Check the varnish dry level.
TASK 12: Test and assemble the motor

1 Test and run the motor to ascertain its performance.
(Steps 18 to 31 exercise 3.1.33)
TASK 13 : Calculate winding for the developed diagram

4 Coil pitch possible A 5 (1 to 6) Short chorded
For easy understanding of the steps a 24
slots, 24 coil, 4-pole, 3-phase motor is B 6 (1 to 7) Full pitched
considered as an example. For the motor C 7 (1 to 8) Long chorded
given as an example winding calculations are 5 Coil pitch selected = 5 (1 to 6)
as under.
6 Coil pitch selected is short chorded.
Total No. of coils 24 7 Total electrical degrees = 1800 x No. of poles
1 No. of coils / phase = No. of phases = 3 = 1800 x 4 = 7200
= 8 coils/phase. Total electrical deg rees

Slot distance in degrees = No. of slots
2 No. of coils / phase / pole =
Total No. of coils 720

= = = 30
No. of phases x No. of poles 24
24 9 Reqd displacement between phase in terms of slots =

= = 2 coils / phase / pole.
4×3 120
No. of slots 24 Slot dis tan ce in deg rees
3 Pole pitch = No. of poles = 6 slots / pole
=
4
120
= = 4 slots
30
10 Winding sequence
If 1st phase starts in the 1st slot.
2nd phase starts in the (1+4) i.e in 5th slot.
3rd phase starts in the (5+4) i.e in 9th slot.
11 Arrangement of coils
The coils are to be arranged in the slots in the sequence:
1-6, 2-7, 3-8, 4-9, 5-10, 6-11, 7-12, 8-13, 9-14, 10-15,
11-16, 12-17, 13-18, 14-19, 15-20, 16-21, 17-22, 18-23, Fig 29 and 30 show the connection diagram and developed
19-24, 20-1, 21-2, 22-3, 23-4, 24-5. diagram for the above motor.
Table 13
Data to be taken from the stator (before removing the coils)
No. of slots .............No. of coils .................... Coils per group .........................
Group connectors .......................... Wire insulation ......................
Coil throw .................... Type of winding .................Distribution/Concentric
Wedge material .......... Size ....................... Binding material ...................Size .........
Overhang dimension Outer dia. ..................mm Inner dia. ............mm
Length ..............mm Shape ........................ (make template).
Data to be taken (after removing the coils)
Size of wire ........mm No. of parallel wires ............. No. of turns ................
Size of coil length ........mm(inside) width .......mm(inside) Thickness ........mm
Type of sleeve ......... .........size ................ Type of lead ............... size ...........
1
2
3
Slot insulation .............. Type ............. Thickness .............. Dimension .............
Type of coil .................................Number of coils .......................
Weight of single coil ...................Weight of the total winding .........
Front end bearing number .............Rear end bearing number ...........
Size of connection lead .................................................................
Connection lead side with respect to terminal box ..........................

With the reference given in the winding calculations fill up (short chorded/full pitched/long chorded)
the winding data for the motor given to you.
7 Total electrical degrees = 1800 x No. of poles
Total No. of coils = 1800 x ........ = .......
1 No. of coils / phase = No. of phases
Total electrical deg rees
= ....... coils/phase 8 Slot distance in degrees = No. of slots
2 No. of coils / phases / poles
9 Reqd. displacement between phases in terms of slots
Total No. of Coils
= No.of phases x No.of poles 120
=
Slot dis tan ce in degrees
= ........slots/poles
10 Winding sequence
No. of slots 1st phase starts in the .........................
3 Pole pitch = No. of poles = .......... slots / poles
2nd phase starts in the .........................
4 Coil pitch possible A) .............. 3rd phase starts in the ..........................
B) .............. 11 Arrangement of coils
C) .............. The coils are to be arranged in the sequence.
5 Coil pitch as per the data collected is ...................... Draw the connection diagram and the
developed diagram for the motor given to you,
6 Coil pitch selected is ..............................................
on a separate paper.
TASK 14 : Prepare the stator to receive the winding

1 Set the core, if it is mangled (lightly tap with a nylon Slot insulation paper must be approximately
mallet to correct the core) and clean the slot to remove 10 to 15 mm longer than the slot length and is
any old insulation paper. to be formed according to the shapes of the
2 Select the insulation paper of the same grade and inner walls of the slot. The ends of the insulation
thickness or its equivalent as in the original and cut the are often cuffed to avoid the insulation paper
insulation paper to the same size. from sliding off from its position.
TASK 15 : Prepare coils

1 Make a ganged former or select a readymade former 2 Select the correct size of winding wire as per the data
according the old coil size. (Figs 31 and 32) taken.
3 Attach the former to the winding machine, wind the
designated turns and make one set of ganged coils.
4 Insert the ganged coils in the designated slots and
check their correctness.
While checking make sure that the coils are of
the correct dimension so that the two coil sides
could be accommodated as top and bottom
coil sides in the same slot of the double layer
winding, and the overhang dimensions are
comparable to the template (as in the original).
5 Make necessary sets of ganged coils, if coil dimensions
are correct
In the example given, two coils are forming
the gang. Choose the former according to the
number of gang coils.

TASK 16 : Lay coils in double layer winding ( Fig 30)
Carefully examine the developed diagram in 3 Insert likewise two more sets of ganged coils in slot
which the slot pitch is given as 1-6 and there numbers 3,4,5 and 6 like step 1 and 2. (Fig 33).
will be two coils in a group. The left coil side
of coil 1 is in slot 1 as bottom coil and the right
coil side of coil 1 is in slot 6 as top coil. In
double layer winding the coil sides should be
placed in adjacent slots. Modify the procedure
to suit the requirement of the given motor 4 Place a separator insulation over the bottom coils side
winding. of slot 6.
1 Insert the left coil sides of the first set of ganged coils 5 Insert the right coil side of the 1st coil in slot number
in slots 1 and 2. 6 as the top coil side.
2 Leave the right coil sides of the ganged coils over the
stator with a leatheroid insulation paper between the
coil sides and core.
TASK 17: Connect group leads - testing and varnishing

1 Bring out the group ends, connect, solder and insulate 3 Tie the hemp threads in the overhangs, to secure the
the groups. (Fig 34) sleeved joints and phase separator insulations.
4 Shape the overhangs and check with a template.
5 Test the winding for continuity and ground as per
Exercise 3.3.138.
6 Assemble the motor if the test results are satisfactory
and run it for ten minutes.
7 Dismantle the motor, impregnate the windings and dry
them, if the results are O.K.
2 Connect the lead cables to the group connections and
solder them. 8 Assemble and test the motor on load.

Maintain, service and troubleshoot the AC motor starter

• identify the parts of the AC starters
• trace and draw the schematic diagram of the starters
• check volt coil, moving contactors, fixed contactors, NC and NO
• set the over load relay and timer.
Requirements
• Combination pliers 200 mm - 1 No. • PVC insulated, standed aluminium
• Screw driver 200mm - 1 No. cable 2.5 sq. mm 650V grade - 25 m
• Multimeter - 1 No. • Fuse wire 10 amps - as reqd.
• Megger 500V - 1 No. • Black insulation tape - as reqd.
• ICDP switch 16A 500V - 1 No.
Equipments/Machines
• TPIC switch 16A - 500V - 1 No.
• D.O.L Starter - 1 No. • Push button station - 1 No.
• Star Delta starter - 1 No. • Over load relay - 1 No.
• Rotor resistance starter - 1 No. • Contactor - 1 No.
• Auto transformer starter - 1 No. • Time delay relay - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Check and service AC motor starters

1 Identify the parts of AC starters, like contactor, unit,
overload relay unit, start/stop push button unit,
necessary fixing screws, hook up cables, starter base
cover and timer. (Fig 1, 2, 3 & 4)
2 Investigate and check the contactors input and output

terminals, auxiliary and main terminals, movable and
fixed contacts, no volt coil, over load relay, their rating,
normally closed relay contacts and their operation.
3 Identify the connecting terminals for inter connecting
no volt coil, main supply to control circuit, normally
open auxiliary contacts.
4 Draw the complete circuit diagram for D.O.L starter,
star delta starter, rotor resistance starter and auto
transformer starter. (Fig 5, 6, 7 & 8)
5 Get the diagram approved by the instructor.
6 Follow the trouble shoot chart -I.
110
Do not tighten the screws more than necessary
as too much tightening of screws will break the
PVC casing of the contactor and OL relay.
A complete diagram showing the internal

diagram of a starter of a particular make along
with I.C.T.P and motor is given for your
guidance. You can replace the internal diagram
of the given starter in the place of the starter
diagram shown in Fig 5.

Chart 1
Maintenance of DOL starters
I. Starter check chart
1 Contacts chatter Low voltage, coil is not picking up properly, Correct the voltage condition. In case
Broken pole shading ring. there is persistent low voltage.
Poor contact between the pole. Replace
Faces of the magnet. Clean the pole faces.
Poor contact between fixed and movable Clean contacts and adjust, if
contacts. necessary.
2 Welding or Low voltage preventing magnet from Correct the voltage condition. In case
overheating sealing. Abnormal in rush current. of persistent low voltage coil.
Short circuit in the motor. Check excessive load current or use
Foreign matter preventing larger contactor.Remove the fault and
contacts from closing. check to ensure that the fuse rating is
Rapid inching. correct. Clean contacts with suitable
solvent. Install larger device or caution
the operation not to operate the inch
button too quickly.
3 Short life of contact Weak contact pressure Adjust or replace contact springs.
points
4 Noisy magnets Broken shading coil Replace magnet
Magnet faces not mating Align or replace magnet assembly.
Dirt or rust on magnet faces. Clean with suitable solvents.

5 Failure to pick up Low voltage Check system voltage, In case
persistent low voltage, change to a
lower voltage coil.
Coil open or short circuited. Replace the coil.
Mechanical obstruction in the moving parts. Clean and check for free movement of
contact assembly.
6 Failure of moving Worn or rusted parts causing Check wiring in the NVC coil circuit.
mechanism to binding. Residual magnetism due Replace parts.
drop out. to lack of air gap in magnet path. Replace worn out magnet parts.
Gummy substance on pole faces or demagnetise the parts. Clean with
causing binding. suitable solvent.
7 Overheating of coil Over-voltage Short circuited Check and correct terminal voltage.
turns in coils caused by Replace coil.
mechanical damage of corrosion
High ambient temperature Relocate starter in a more suitable
area or use a fan.
Dirt or rust on pole faces Clean pole faces.
increasing the air gap.
II Overload relays / release
1 Starter is tripping Incorrect setting of over load relay Reset properly.

often. Sustained overload Check for faults/ excessive motor
currents.
2 Failure to trip Wrong setting of O.L relay Check O.L relay ratings and set a
(causing motor Mechanical binding due to dirt, corrosion etc proper relay, Clean or replace.
burn out). Incorrect control wiring. Check the
circuit and correct it.
III Fuses
1 Constant blowing Short circuit or poor insulation Check the motor and the circuit for
of fuses winding / wiring insulation resistance.
2 Fuse not blowing Fuse rating too high Replace with suitable fuse.
under short circuit
condition.
3 Fuse blowing off Fuse rating too low. Replace with suitable fuse. Check for
frequently. Overloading of feeder. over-current, leakage and short circuit.
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Electrician - AC Single Phase Motor
Identify parts and terminals of different types of single phase AC motors

• read and interpret the name plate details of the given single phase AC motors
• identify the pairs of two windings of 3 terminals & four terminals of single phase motor
• measure the resistance of each winding by an ohmmeter.
Requirements
Tools/Instruments
• Trainee’s tool kit - 1 No. • Single phase capacitor start
• ohmmeter/ multimeter - 1 No. induction run motor 1HP,240V,50Hz - 1 No.
• Universal motor 240V, 50Hz,0.5HP - 1 No.
Equipments/Machines
• Repulsion motor 240V,50Hz, 0.5HP - 1 No.
• Induction start induction run motor • Bipolar stepper motor 6W, 6V/1A
1/2 HP, 240V, 50Hz - 1 No. (Permanent magnet type) - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1 : Identify the parts of single phase induction start motor / split phase motor
1. Read and interpret the name plate details of the single phase induction start induction run motor and note down in
Table 1.
Table 1
Name-plate details
Manufacturer, Trade mark ............................................ Rated frequency .............................................
Type, model or serial number ....................................... Rated power ..................................................
Type of current ........................................................... Rating class ..................................................
Function .................................................................... Insulation class .............................................
Rated current ...........................................amp
Rated speed ............................................r.p.m
Rated Voltage ...............................................Volts Protection class ..............................................
2 Identify the parts of single phase induction start 4 Write the name of the parts of each labelled numbers
induction run motor from the real objects or from the tag in Table -2.
exploded view chart. (Fig 1).
Table 2
Sl No. Label No. Name of the parts
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
3 Label the each identified parts with number tags. 8
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TASK 2 : Identify the parts of capacitor start induction run motor
1 Read and interpret the name details of the capacitor start, induction run motor and note down in Table 3.
Table 3
Name-plate details
Manufacturer, Trade mark .............................................. Rated frequency .............................................
Type, model or list number ............................................ Rated power ..................................................
Type of current ............................................................. Rating class ..................................................
Function ..................................................................... Insulation class .............................................
Fabrication or Serial number ......................................... Rated current ...........................................amp
Type of connection ..................... Rated speed ...........................................r.p.m
Rated Voltage .....................................................Volts Protection class .............................................
2 Identify the parts of the capacitor start, induction run

motor from the real objects (or) from the exploded
view Fig 2(a), 2(b) & 2 (c) and note down each labelled
number in Table 4.
Table 4
Sl No. Label Number Name of the parts

TASK 3 : Identify the parts of single phase capacitor start capacitor run motor/permanent capacitor motor
1 Read and interpret the name plate details of permanent capacitor motor and note down in Table 5.
Table 5
Name-plate details
Manufacturer, Trade mark .............................................. Rated frequency .............................................
Type, model or list number ............................................ Rated power ........................................k.w/HP
Type of current ............................................................ Rating class ..................................................
Function ..................................................................... Insulation class .............................................
Fabrication or Serial number ......................................... Rated current .........................................amps
Type of connection ...................................................... Rated speed ..........................................r.p.m
Rated Voltage .....................................................Volts Protection class ............................................
2 Identify the parts of the permanent capacitor motor

from the real objects (or) from the exploded view of
Fig 3a and 3b and note down each labelled number in
Table 6.

Table 6
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
TASK 4 : Identify the parts of universal motor

1 Read and interpret the name plate details of the universal motor and note down in Table 7.
Table 7
Name-plate details
Manufacturer, Trade mark .............................................. Rated frequency ..........................................
Type, model or list number ............................................ Rated power ......................................k.w/HP
Type of current ............................................................ Rating class ................................................
Function ..................................................................... Insulation class ...........................................
Fabrication or Serial number ......................................... Rated current ........................................amp
Type of connection ..................... Rated speed .........................................r.p.m
Rated Voltage .....................................................Volts Protection class ..........................................
2 Identify the parts of the universal motor from the real 4 Write the name of the parts of each labelled number
objects (or ) from the exploded view.(Fig 4) tags in Table 8.
Table 8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
3 Label the each identified parts with number tags. 8
TASK 5 : Identify the parts of repulsion motor

1 Read and interpret the name plate details of repulsion
motor and note down in Table 9.

Table 9
Name-plate details
Manufacturer, Trade mark .............................................. Rated frequency .........................................
Type, model or list number ............................................. Rated power ....................................k.w/HP.
Type of current ............................................................. Rating class ..............................................
Function ...................................................................... Insulation class .........................................
Fabrication or Serial number ......................................... Rated current .....................................amp
Type of connection ....................................................... Rated speed ......................................r.p.m
Rated Voltage ......................................................Volts Protection class .........................................
2 Identify the parts of the repulsion motor from the real Table 10
objects (or) from the exploded view ( Fig 5) and note
down each labelled number in Table 10. Sl No. Label No. Name of the parts
Push rods
1
5
Shorting ring attached to shafts
Flyweights 2
attached to shafts Commutator attached to shafts
Spring opposing flyweights 3
Brush holder attached
to push rods 4
Rotor coil
(One shown)
5
Foil coil
6
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PARTS OF THE REPULSION START INDUCTION RUN MOTOR 3 Get it checked with your instructor.
TASK 6 : Identify the parts of stepper motor

1 Read and interpret the name plate details of the stepper motor and note down in Table 11.
Table 11
Name-plate details
Manufacturer, Trade mark ............................................. Rated frequency ............................................
Type, model or list number ............................................ Rated power ......................................k.w/HP.
Type of current ............................................................. Rating class .................................................
Function ..................................................................... Insulation class ............................................
Fabrication or Serial number ......................................... Rated current .........................................amp
Type of connection ....................................................... Rated speed ......................................r.p.m
Rated Voltage ......................................................Volts Protection class .............................................
2 Identify the parts of the stepper motor from the real

6
objects (or) from the exploded view chart (Fig 6).
3 Label the each idenetified parts with number tags.
4 Write the name of the parts of ech labelled number
tags in Table 12.
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Table 12 5 Get it checked with your instructor.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
TASK 7 : Identify 3 terminals of the pair of two windings of single-phase split phase induction motor
1 Remove the terminal cover. Make connection using a 4 Mark the terminals between which you get maximum
piece of cable and short circuit two terminals at a time reading as 1 and 3. Mark the unmarked terminal as 2.
to discharge the capacitor.
5 Record the resistance values in Table 13 according to
2 Remove the capacitor if any and test the capicator for your terminal marking made.
insulation and leakage.
The reading between the pair of terrminals
3 Measure the resistance in between pairs of terminals 1 & 2 and 1 & 3, whichever is greater is
by an ohmmeter. (Fig 7) considered as the terminals of starting
winding and the other is considered as
terminal of running winding.
Table 13
Resistance Resistance Resistance
between 1 & 2 between 2 & 3 between 1 & 3
TASK 8 : Identify 4 terminals of the pair of two windings of single phase split phase induction motor
1 Repeat the steps 1 and 2 of Task 7 , Fig 8.
2 Find out the pairs of terminals and number one pair of
terminals as 1 and 2. The other pair is numbered as
3 and 4 (Fig 9)
3 Measure the resistance between U1 and U2 and
Z1 and Z2..
Conclusion
1 Higher resistance is between ____________________
terminals.
2 Lower resistance is between the terminals marked as
___________________________________________

Therefore the starting winding is connected between
__________________________________________
Resistance between 1 & 2 = ________________ohms
Reistance between 3 & 4 = _________________ohms

Install connect and determine performance of single phase AC motor

• read the manufacturer’s installation instruction and follow the same
• transfer the template measurements to the mounting base
• make the template of the base (mounting) of the given motor
- frame (wooden)making
- marking
- drilling
- selecting hole size.
Requirements
Tools/Instruments Equipments/Machines
• Masonry tools like travel spirit level etc- 1 Set • A.C Single phase motor 0.5 HP 240V - 1 No.
• Drilling machine Electric 12.7 mm
Materials
capacity with drills - 1 No.
• Measuring tape 3 meters - 1 No. • Connecting cables - as reqd.
• Electrician hand tool kit - 1 Set • Plywood 8 mm thick 40 x 30 cm - 1 No.
• Spanner set 5 mm to 30 mm - 1 Set • Nuts, grouting bolts - as reqd.
• Ball pein hammer 500 g - 1 No. • GI wire 14 SWG -6m
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Installation of single phase AC Motors

1 Read the name plate details and record in the motor Table 2
maintenance card (Table 1)
Calculating fuse ratings of motors
Table 1
Motor type Multiply the running
Name-plate details current of the motor by
Voltage _________Phase _________ Type ________ Single phase 3
Squirrel-cage, full
Rating _________________Speed _______________
voltage start 3
Power factor _____________Current _____________
Squirrel-cage, reduced
SL No. ________________________ voltage start or high -
reactance type (if
2 Make necessary arrangements at the place where the motor is rated at 30
motor is to be installed as per manufacturer’s nuts and ampere’s or less)
bolts or / and R.C.C. foundation etc.
5 Select the size of the drill according to the size of the
3 Determine the size of the connecting cable and fuse mounting bolt as recommended by the manufacturer.
from the rating of the motor. (Table 2)
6 Drill the holes according to the size mentioned.
Fuse current rating will be 3 or 2 times more
7 Make use of the template measurements on the
than running current. If it has the dual function
mounting base and get the base mounting ready for
of overload protection also, the rating should
installing the motor. (Fig 2)
be as recommended by the manufacturer or
as per I.S recommendations. a) Fix the planks with a grouting bolt.
4 Cut two straight pieces and two cross pieces of b) Check for level using the spirit level.
plywood as shown in Fig 1 and mark the holes c) Fill the space around the bolts with thin coarse
accordingly to the size of the holes of the base of the cement mortar.
motor on the wooden frame planks (Fig 1)
In the training institute use clay mortar instead
of cement to facilitate repetition easily by
every trainee in a batch.
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e) Cure the cement mortar with water for a minimum
of 2 days
f) Finish the surface by plastering neatly.
Include vibration arresting devices as per the
manufacture’s instructions such as spring
washers etc.
8 Install the motor and fix it with nuts (Fig 3)
9 Make double earthing in accordance with I.E.

regulations and I.S. recommendation.
10 Check the continuity of windings using megger
(Fig 4) and also check the effectiveness of grounding.
(Fig 5)
d) Allow it to settle down for 8 to 12 hours, then

remove the template planks.

Start run and reverse the direction of rotation of single phase AC motors
• start run and reverse the D.O.R of induction start, induction run motors through DOL starter
• start run and reverse the D.O.R of capacitor-start, induction run motors
• start run and reverse theD.O.R of capacitors start, capacitor - run motor
• start, run and reverse the D.O.R of repulsion motor
• start run and reverse the D.O.R of stepper motor.
Requirements
Tools/Instruments
• Trainee’s tool kit - 1 No. • Capacitor start, capacitor run
• Pulley puller 15 cm - 1 No. motor 250V, 0.5 HP, 50Hz - 1 No.
• MI Voltmeter 0-300V - 1 No. • Repulsion motor, 250v 50 hz,
• MI Ammeter0-10 A - 1 No. 0.25HP available capacity - 1 No.
• Megger 500 V - 1 No. • Bipolar stepper motor 6w,6v/1A
• Ohmmeter - 1 No. (permanent magnet type) - 1 No.
• Regulated power supply (0.30v) - 1 No.
Equipment/Machines
Materials
• Single phase inducion start,
induction run motor 1/2HP, • GI wire 14 SWG -6m
250V, 50Hz - 1 No. • 2.5 sq. mm. PVC copper wire
• D.O.L starter for single-phase 250 V grade - as reqd.
motor 10A, 250V - 1 No. • I.C.D.P. switch 16 A,250V - 1 No.
• Capacitor start , induction run • Fuse wire 10A - 10 gm
motor 250v, 50Hz, 1Hp - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1 : Start , run and reverse the D.O.R of Induction start induction run motor through D.O.L Starter
1 Draw the complete connection diagram of the given 2 Get the diagram approved by your instructor.
motor, starter and I.C.D.P. (Fig 1)
3 Connect the motor through the I.C.D.P. switch and
starter as per the approved diagram across the AC
rated voltage supply. Provide earth connection to the
motor, the starter and the switch.
4 Replace with a fuse of proper capacity according to the
motor rating and set the overload relay of the D.O.L.
starter to the current rating of the motor.
5 Switch on the I.C.D.P. switch and press the start-button
of the starter.
6 Check the direction of rotation and record it below. The
direction of rotation is .............................
7 Stop the motor by pressing the stop-button; switch òff'
the I.C.D.P and remove the fuses.
The I.C.D.P. switch must be switched off and
the fuses removed before any modification in
the circuit is carried out.
8 Change the connection of the starting winding
(Fig 2) and record it below. Direction of rotation is
...........................
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9 Stop the motor and interchange the connection of the
main field winding.
The D.O.R is ............................
10 Stop the motor and switch off the supply.
Conclusion
TASK 2 : Start run and reverse the D.O.R of single phase capacitor start induction run motor
1 Make the connection as per the circuit diagram. 2 Provide fuse-wire, according to the rating of the motor,
(Fig 3) Earthing the I.C.D.P. switch, starter and motor in the I.C.D.P. switch and set the overload relay
is most essential. ampere in the D.O.L. starter to the rated value of the
motor.
3 Switch ÒN' the I.C.D.P.
4 Start the motor with the help of the starter and note the
starting current, normal running current and the direction
of rotation, and enter the details in Table 1.
Table 1
Sl.No. Reference Starting Running Direction of
circuit diagram current current rotation
1
2
3
For changing the direction of rotation
(Fig 5). Switch ÒN' the motor. Check the effect on the
5 Stop the motor by the starter and switch òff' the direction of rotation and record the result in
I.C.D.P, and remove the fuse-carrier. Table 2.
6 Interchange either the starting winding or the running
winding terminals for changing the direction of rotation.
Fig 4 illustrates the changing of the starting winding.
7 Replace the fuse-carrier, and then switch on and start
the motor. Note down the direction of rotation in
Table 1.
Effect of changing the supply leads
8 Switch off the motor and reconnect the winding. (Fig 3)
Interchange the supply terminals as per circuit diagram.

The D.O.R changed / did not change with
respect to the condition as per circuit (Fig 3).
(Strike out that part of the sentence which is
not applicable).
Conclusion
Table 2
Sl.No. Reference Starting Running Direction of
circuit diagram current current rotation
1
2
3
TASK 3 : Start, run and reverse the direction of rotation of capacitor start capacitor run motors
1 Identify the starting and running condensers and check 2 Show the readings to your instructor and get his
their condition and data. Enter them in Table 3. approval.
Compare and analyse the data also relating to the
3 Check the condition of the centrifugal swtich, and
starting and running condensers.
ensure it is working.
Table 3
Sl.No. Component part Type Value in Voltage Duty Cycle Condition
micro-farad Working maximum
1 Running capacitor
2 Starting capacitor
4 Connect the motor to the 240V AC supply through the 6 Get the approval of your instructor for starting. Switch
switch and starter as per the circuit diagram. (Fig 6) on the I.C.D.P and start the motor by pressing the
start- button of the starter.
5 Insert a suitable size of fuse in the I.C.D.P switch and
set the overload relay according to the rating of the 7 Check the direction of rotation and record the D.O.R
motor. below. Direction of rotation - clockwise/anticlockwise.
Change the direction of rotation of an AC single -phase 8 Stop the motor, switch off the I.C.D.P. Remove the
capacitor, start capacitor-run motor. fuse and interchange the running winding terminals.
(Fig 7)
9 Repeat the steps 6 and 7 of task 3.

The direction of rotation could be changed 12 Stop the motor, reconnect the starting and running
either by changing the running winding winding as in Fig 6. Only interchange the supply
terminal connections or by changing the starting terminal connections at the starter outgoing side as
winding terminal connections whichever is shown in Fig 9 and repeat the steps 8 and 9 of
easier. The schematic diagram shown in Fig 8 Task 1.
is for a four terminal machine. For a ten 13 The D.O.R. is clockwise /anticlockwise.
terminal machine only the terminal U1 and U2
can be changed easily. 14 Stop the motor. Switch off the ICDP. Remove the fuses.
Disconnect the cables. Write your observation regarding
10 Stop the motor, interchange the starting winding terminal the method of changing the direction of rotation and
connections as shown in Fig 8. Keeping the running show to your instructor.
winding connection as in Fig 6 and repeat the steps
5 to 6 of task 1. Conclusion
11 Check the D.O.R is clockwise/ anticlockwise.

TASK 4 : Connect, start, run and reverse the direction of rotation of a repulsion motor
1 Connect the circuit in accordance with the circuit Table 4
diagram. (Fig 10)
Sl. No. Rocker-arm Speed Direction of
position rotation
2 Before switching on, keep the brush-rocker handle Normally the rocker-arm position is indicated
away from the zero position neutral zone, depending on a graduated scale.
upon the desired direction of rotation. 5 Switch ‘OFF’ the motor. Shift the brush-axis in the
At the ‘0’ position of the rocker-arm, the motor opposite direction to the earlier position.
will not start though the windings are connected 6 Switch ‘ON’ start the motor, observe the direction of
to the supply, resulting in heating up of the rotation and speed, then enter the values in Table 1.
motor.
7 Shift the rocker-arm position slowly away from the
3 Switch ‘ON’ the ICDP and press the ‘ON’ button of the earlier position. Note down the speed at each step and
starter to start the motor. Measure the speed, direction enter in Table 4.
of rotation and enter in Table 4.
8 Switch ‘OFF’ the supply and disconnect the motor and
4 Slowly shift the rocker arm position away from the accessories. Draw your conclusion showing the
earlier position and note down the speed in each step relationship between brush position, speed and D.O.R.
and enter in Table 4.
Conclusion
TASK 5 : Start, run and reverse the stepper motor

1 Connect stepper motor to RPS (Regulated Power 3 Note down the current and voltage and direction of
Supply) (Fig 11). rotation.
Current : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Voltage: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
N ↑ S - permanent magnet rotating the shaft is

called as rotar.A0 and A1, B0 and B1 are stator.
4 Stop the motor, interchange the supply terminal

connections and observe the D.O.R of motor.
Conclusion
2 Adjust 6V in R.P.S and switch ‘ON’ the supply and

observe the operation of the motor.

Practice on speed control of a single phase AC motors

• interpret the name-plate details of an ac series motor and determine full load current
• select a suitable variable resistor
• connect, run and measure the speed for different settings of the resistor.
Requirements
Tools/Instruments
• Electrician tool Kit - 1 No. • Rotary switch 6A, 250.4 position - 1 No.
• Voltmeter 0-300 V - 2 Nos. Materials
• Ammeter 0 - 5A - 1 No.
• Tachometer 3000 rpm - 1 No. • Connecting cable - as reqd.
• ICDP switch 16A 250V - 1 No.
Equipments/Machines • Wire wound enamel insulated
• AC series motor 240V 1/2 HP - 1 No. resistor 10 ohms 100 W - 2 Nos.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1 : Connect, run and control speed at a AC single phase motors

1 Read the name-plate details and record in Table 1. 7 Set the switch S2, in position 2 and repeat the step 6.
2 Determine the load current from the name plate 8 Set the switch in position 3 and repeat the step 6.
To drop 80 V at position 1 and to drop 40 V at Table 1
position 2. Calculate the required series
resistors R1 and R2 and also determine their Mnufacturer's name
wattage (see example given) HP/KW R.P.M.
3 Make the connections as per diagram (Fig 1) and make Current Voltage
necessary arrangements to load the motor through Type
prony brake.
Sl.No. Insulation
Table 1
Switch S2 Position Current V1 V2 Speed
4 Close the switch S1.

5 Set the switch S2 in position 1 and observe the starting
of the motor. 9 Write the conclusion based on the following questions.
6 Measure the current, voltages V1 & V2 and the speed.
Record the values in Table 2.
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a What is the relation between V1 and the speed of the Example
motor?
Calculation steps
Motor voltage V1 = 175 V
Supply voltage V = 230 V
b V2 is the drop across series resistance. What happens
to the speed if it increases when the supply voltage is Voltage to be dropped V2 = V - V1 = 55 V.
constant ? Full load current of motor = I = ________
V2 55
Resistance value = R = =
I I
Calculated resistance= ______________ ohms.
c Can you find some approximate relation between V2
and fall in speed ? Nearest standard resistance value is
The resistance should carry full load current, I

= A.
Therefore resistor selected is
d Calculate the value of resistance R1 and R2 by repeating ohms amps watts.
V1 & V2 measurement at the loaded condition of the
series motor.

Compare starting and running winding currents of a capacitor run motor at

various loads and measure the speed
• measure the current in each winding at a given load condition
• load the motor to a specified load.
Requirements
• MI Ammeter 0-5 A type - 3 Nos. • Single pole knife switches 16A - 3 Nos.
• Tachometer 3000 rpm - 1 No. • I.C.D.P. Switch 16 A 250V - 1 No.
• Connecting cable - as reqd.
Equipment/Machines
• F.H.P. capacitor run motor 240V - 1 No.
• Brake load arrangement
PROCEDURE
TASK 1 : Connect, run and measure starting and running current, speed of AC single phase capacitor run motor
1 Identify the terminals of starting winding and running
winding.
2 Select the ammeter range suitable to the motor under
test. Connect the circuit (Fig 1) with brake load
arrangement.
3 Connect the single pole knife switches S2, S3 and S4.
(Fig 2)
4 Start the motor on no load and open the switch S2 after
the motor attains the rated speed.
5 Read and record ammeter readings in Table 1. Measure
the speed and record in Table 1.
6 Adjust load until A3 reads 1/2 full load current. Record
the currents in each winding in Table 1.
7 Repeat the above step for full load.
Table 1
Load Speed Ammeter reading
A1 A2 A3
No load
Half load
Full load
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Carry out maintenance service and repair of AC single phase motors

• follow general maintenance and service procedure
• test the single phase motor prior to dismantling
• dismantle, identify faults and rectify them
• assemble and test the motor
• identify the general causes of failure and trouble shoot them.
Requirements
• Electrician kit - 1 No. • ICDP switch 16A 250V - 1 No.
• Set of D.E. spanners 8 to 22 mm - 1 Set • Test lamp - 1 No.
• Pulley puller 100 mm and 150 mm - 1 No. • Test prods 500V - 1 Set
each • PVC insulated copper cable
• Nylon hammer 1/4 kg - 1 No. 2.5 sq mm 250 V grade - 10 m
• Ohmmeter 0 - 1 kilo ohms - 1 No. • Fuse wire 5 amps capacity - as reqd.
• Industrial, thermometer, metric, • PVC insulation tape 20 mm size - as reqd.
0 to 3000 - 1 No. • Bearing - Grease - 200 gms.
• Megger 0-500 V - 1 No. • Kerosene oil - 1 litre.
• Voltmeter M.I. type 0-300 V - 1 No. • Cotton waste - 100 gms
• Ammeter M.I. type 0-5 amps - 1 No. • Shellac varnish - 1/4 litre
• Sandpaper Ò' - as reqd.
Equipments/Machines
• Fraction horse power AC
single phase (split phase) motor - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Perform maintenance and service as per the following procedure

1 Read the name-plate details of the motor and record in 6 Check the cable terminal connection screws and
Table 1. tighten them with the help of a screw driver.
Table 1 7 Open the starter cover and clean the parts with a brush.
Name-plate details of the motor 8 Check the leads and the terminal screws. Tighten the
Make. ____ Frame____ No. _____ Model _____ screws, if found loose.
Type _______ HP _________ Volts __________ 9 Check the overload setting and if necessary, set it to
the rated current of the motor.
Amperes _______ Phase ______ Cycles ______
10 Check the contact points of the starter for pittings.
2 Switch 'OFF' the respective I.C.D.P. main switch. If the contact points are lightly pitted, use a
3 Remove the fuses and keep in safe custody. sandpaper to clean them. Badly pitted or
damaged contacts need to be replaced.
Remove the sub-circuit fuses which supplies
11 Clean the external surface of the single phase motor
power to the ICDP.
using brush, a piece of the cloth and a blower.
4 Clean the main switch with a brush. 12 Open the terminal cover.
5 Check the incoming and outgoing leads of the I.C.D.P. 13 Note the incoming, starting winding, running winding,
main switch for discolouring. capacitor and centrifugal switch connections and draw
a diagram in your record. Indicate the colour of cables
Discolouring normally indicates loose terminal
in the diagram.
connection.
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19 Check the insulation value of the windings with the help
Normally some letter markings are found in
of a Megger and enter the result in Table 4.
the terminal plate. Some manufacturers give
the schematic diagram on the back side of the 20 Dismantle the motor following the procedural steps.
cover. In case no diagram or marking were
21 Clean the stator and rotor with a brush and blower.
there wire clearly the colour of the cables
connected to the terminal plate. Fig 1 is the 22 Clean the bearings and grease cups with kerosene and
schematic diagram of a particular single phase check the bearing.
motor and Fig 2 shows the terminal connections
23 Identify the bearing which is found worn out replace it
with the simplified internal connections. These
with a similar type.
diagrams are given for your guidance. Draw
the required diagrams to show the connections 24 Check the internal connections and lead insulations.
of the motor for which maintenance is required. If necessary reinsulate the leads.
25 Check the rotor bars.
If any loose bar is found, it has to be brazed.
26 Check the rotor and stator surface for rubbing marks.
Rubbing marks indicate either worn out bearing
or wrong alignment in assembly. Correct them.
27 Check the centrifugal switch for its tension and perfect
contact between the points of contact.
If the switch is in a bad shape it should be
replaced with a similar switch. Dressing of
contact could be done with the help of
sandpaper.
28 Identify the insulation resistance value measured earlier.
If found to be less than 1 megohm, dry the winding in
an oven or with incandescent lamps and varnish it.
29 Assemble the motor following procedural steps.
30 Perform the earlier test and enter the results in Tables
2 and 4.
14 Open the shorting loops and incoming connections. The test result should not vary too much.
Rather it should show improvement. Discuss
15 Check the continuity a) main winding b) starting winding with your instructor regarding the test results.
c) centrifugal switch.
31 Connect the shorting loops and incoming leads as per
16 Record the finding in Table 2 your diagram.
17 Measure the resistance value of the windings and 32 Replace the fuses of correct value in the fuse grip and
contact resistance value of the centrifugal switch with replace the carrier in the holder of the I.C.D.P. mains.
an ohmmeter and record it in Table 2.
33 Check the earth connections to the motor starter and
18 Check the capacitor and the centrifugal switch for its switch correct them if necessary.
condition with an ohmmeter and enter the result in
Table 3. 34 Start the motor and test run for about 30 minutes.
A capacitor when tested with a Megger or 35 Check the frame temperature of the motor and satisfy
multimeter, the meter needle will show short yourself that the temperature is within the reasonable
indicating the capacitor is charged. When the limits.
capacitor terminals are shorted by a cable, a 36 Check for any undue noise or vibrations.
spark will be noticed indicating the capacitor
37 Stop the motor and write your observations in the
is discharged and in good condition. However
maintenance card.
whether the capacity is charged or the capacitor
able to hold the charge for a specified time If any undue noise or vibrations is found stop
cannot be checked by this test. the motor and recheck the tightness of the end
plate bolts and frame bolts.

Table 2
Continuity check Resistance value Remarks
Sl.No. Description Before After Before After
dismantling assembling dismantling assembling
1 Main winding
2 Starting winding
3 Centrifugal switch
Table 3
Sl.No. Description Condition
1 Capacitor
2 Centrifugal switch
Table 4
Test result in megohms Remarks
Sl.No. Description of the test Before After
dismantling assembling
1 Between main winding and starting windings (auxiliary)
2 Between main winding and the body/frame
3 Between starting winding and the body/frame
4 Between centrifugal switch and the body/frame
5 Between centrifugal switch and the winding
(both the windings shorted)
TASK 2 : Trouble shooting procedure

1 Follow the troubleshooting charts No.1 to 5 to identify
the symptom and rectify the fault. (Refer trade theory)

Practice on single /double layer and concentric winding for AC motors,

testing and assembling
• record the name plate details of the given single phase having single layer/double layer concentric type
winding
• dismantle the motor
• collect the winding data
• draw the connection and developed diagrams
• strip the winding and clean the slots
• prepare the slot liners and insulate the slots
• prepare the stepped former and wind the concentric group of coils
• lay the coil groups in the stator slots
• connect the coil groups and phase leads
• shape the overhang
• test the winding
• varnish the motor
• test and run the newly wound motor.
Requirements
• Electrician tool kit - 1 Set. • AC split phase motor FHP 250V - 1 No.
• Scissors 250mm - 1 No.
• Nylon hammer 80 mm dia, Materials
120mm long head - 1 No. • Super-enamelled copper wire - as reqd.
• Soldering iron 125W, 240V - 1 No. • Millinex (or triplex paper) 10 Mili - as reqd.
• Scale and weight 1 to 450 gms - 1 Set. • Empire sleeve 1 mm, 2mm, 3mm,
• Cold Chisel 100mm dia, 200mm long - 1 No. 4mm & 5mm -1m.each
• Multimeter - 1 No. • Cotton tape 20mm roll of 25 m -1 Roll
• Centre punch 100mm - 1 No. • Bamboo wedge - as reqd.
• Steel rule 300mm - 1 No. • Resion Core solder 60:40 - as reqd.
• Wood rasp file, half round 200mm - 1 No. • Varnish (air dry) - as reqd.
• Tray 200mm x 200mm x 50mm - 1 No. • Brush 25 mm - 1 No.
• Megger 500 V - 1 No. • Fibre sheet - as reqd.
• DE spanner 5 to 22 mm - 1 Set • PVC insulated copper wire 21/0.2 mm -3m
• Outside Micro meter 0 - 25 mm - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Rewind a single phase split phase motor (concentric coil winding)
Collection of data 3 Mark both the end covers with distinguished markings
with a centre punch, and correspondingly mark the
1 Collect and record the machine data in Table 1. body also.
2 Remove the pulley by using a pulley puller. Remove the
fan cover and then remove the cooling fan blade
assembly.
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Table 1
Name-plate details
Manufacturer’s Name .......................................... Serial Number....................................................
Output......................................................KW/HP. Voltage .................V Current ......................Amps
Frequency ......................................................Hz Speed ................. r.p.m. Cycle ..........................
Insulation ............................................................ Frame No. ................Startingcapacitor ......... Mfd
Table 2
Winding data
1 Terminal marking with colour of the lead cables .................................................................................
............................................................................
2 Connection end of the winding with respect to the terminal box ...........................................................
3 No. of slots ............................. No. of poles ................................ Type of winding .............................
4 Wedge material ................... size .................. Binding material .................. size ..........
5 Overhang dimension Non-connection end Connection end
Outer dia. .............. mm .............. mm
Inner dia. ............. mm .............. mm
Length from core ............. mm ............. mm
6 Slot insulation materials 1 ..................... Size .................... thickness
2 ..................... Size .................... thickness
7. Type of winding Kind of wire end No. of coils Coils/group
1 Running ........................ .................... ......................
2 Starting ........................ ..................... .....................
8 Shaft side rotation CW/ACW
9 Coil size from outer coil Starting winding Running winding Turns Pitch
Length ...........mm Length ............mm .......................
Breadth ..........mm Breadth ...........mm . .........................
10 Weight of running coils (Total) ....................... kg
11 Weight of starting coils (Total) ....................... kg
12 Lead wire : Type ........................................ Size ............................................
Front bearing No. ..................................
Rear bearing No. ..................................
13 Core length ......................................
14 Coil group connection diagram
15 Any other information
Example: Single phase capacitor motor
No. of poles - 4
No. of slots - 24
No. of coils - 20 (12 for main and 8 for starting winding).
4 Mark and remove the connection leads from the terminal 5 Loosen the screw bolt/tie rod on both the end shield
box. Enter the details in Table 2. covers, and also remove the centrifugal switch
connections.

6 Remove the rotor from the stator.
7 Inspect the rotor for any defect, and the bearing for its
condition.
If any of the rotor bar is open correct the defect
by brazing. If bearing is worn out replace it
with a new one.
8 Take the possible data before removing the coil and
record it in Table 2.
9 Mark the stator for indicating connection lead side with
respect to the terminal box. Enter the details in
Table 2.
10 Apply a thinner in the connection lead side to loosen
the varnish and locate the end connection. Draw the
group connection diagram and also prepare the
developed diagram in a separate sheet of paper and
attach with these sheets.
To avoid imaginary terms while writing the
procedure, an example for a single phase
capacitor motor having concentric coil winding
is given below.
Certain procedural steps are specifically written
for the motor given in this example. However,
you have to follow the data taken strictly from
the given motor, to get the required
performance.
Information from collected data
Coil pitches - Main winding 5,3,1
Starting winding 5,3 13 Cut the coils except one set of coils each in the starting
and main winding with the help of a cold chisel at the
Coil throw - Main winding 1-6,2-5,3-4 non-connection end (i.e. normally load side).
Starting winding 1-6, 2-5 14 Strip the old winding from the stator slot. If it is hard use
This is the whole coil connection as the end of the 1st a blowlamp to heat the winding and pull out the coils.
coil is connected to the end of the 2nd coil and the starting 15 Remove the left out coils in their original shape.
of the 2nd coil is connected to the starting of 3rd coil etc.
Use a thinner to loosen the coils. Once a
For your guidance, the group connection diagram is given thinner is used never use the blowlamp as the
in Fig 1 and the developed diagram is given in Fig 2. coils will catch fire.
11 Measure the overhang at both sides of the winding. 16 Measure the size of the wire, size of the coil and collect
Record it in Table 2 and prepare the template. other details as required and record them in Table 2.
12 Collect the possible data like, number of slots, coil
pitch etc. and record in Table 2.
TASK 2 : Rewind the motor

1 Set the core if it is mangled and clean the slots. 5 Select the correct size of winding wire as in the original
and wind the coil in the former taking care to maintain
2 Select the insulation paper of the same grade and
the same number of turns.
thickness or equivalent as in the original and prepare
the insulation paper to have the same shape and size 6 Make the required number of main and starting winding
as in the original insulation. coils.
3 Insulate the slot with the prepared insulation paper. The running winding should be placed at the
bottom of the slot. Then the starting winding
4 Make a former or select a readymade former according
should be placed at the top of them as per data
to the size of the original set of coils.
taken.

7 Insert the newly wound main winding coils into the After the top coil side is inserted, fold the slot liners,
stator slots, placing the winding in the same position place the separator and wedge the slots.
as in the original.
13 Provide a phase separator between the running and
While placing the coil take care to insert the starting winding coils in the overhang.
turns in small bunches without forcing them
14 Shape both the sides of the overhang as in the original
too much. The winding wire should not rub the
with the help of a mallet/nylon hammer.
core. Avoid this by placing a leatheroid paper
between the coils and the core. Apply uniform mild blows. Avoid damage to
the wires or insulation.
8 Wedge the slots permanently which are having single
coil side only. Temporary wedges may be used in the 15 Insert proper empire/PVC sleeves in the winding ends
other slots. and connect all the coil ends and lead cables according
to the connection diagram drawn earlier.
9 Shape the coil with a nylon hammer at both sides. After
placing all the main winding coils, 16 Check the connection once again by comparing the
group connection and developed diagram.
10 Check individual groups of the main winding for continuity
and insulation resistance. 17 Solder the end connections and put the sleeves in
position.
11 Verify the test results of the main winding are found
correct, then place the starting winding in the designated 18 Set the overhang sides so as to have a uniform
slots as per the group connection and developed thickness and bind the thread/tape similar to the one
diagram. in original.
12 Identify wherever, the slot contains two coil sides, Use the templates and check the dimensions of
(according to the example given, all the slots except the overhang at intervals to see the overhang
slot 1,6,7,12,13,18,19 and 24) soon after inserting the has attained a shape as in the original winding.
bottom coil side, place the separator insulation paper Make sure that the overhang does not touch
over it.. the body or the end cover.
TASK 3 : Test the winding

1 Check the winding for short circuit, open circuit and 5 Observe the direction of rotation. If necessary change
insulation resistance by a multimeter and Megger the connections.
respectively.
6 If test is OK then dismantle the motor.
2 Check the condition of the capacitor and centrifugal
7 Preheat the stator and impregnate the winding with
switch. If there is any fault replace them by new ones.
varnish.
3 Connect the lead connections, capacitor and centrifugal
8 Remove the excess varnish in the face of the stator
switch according to the connection diagram and
slots after drying.
terminate them in the terminal box.
9 Reassemble the motor and test it on load for 8 hours.
4 Assemble the motor and then run the motor for 15
minutes.

Connect, start, run and reverse the direction of rotation of universal motor
• connect a universal motor to the supply through a D.O.L. starter and start the motor
• reverse the direction of rotation of a universal motor.
Requirements
• Insulated cutting pliers 150 mm - 1 No. • Universal motor 250V, 50 Hz, 0.5 HP - 1 No.
• Screwdriver 150 mm - 1 No.
Materials
• D.E. spanner set 5mm to 20 mm - 1 Set
• Megger 500 V - 1 No.. • 2.5 mm multi-strand PVC
• Test lamp 100W/240V - 1 No. copper cable - 10 mts.
• Ohmmeter/multimeter - 1 No. • Bare copper wire 14 SWG - 05 mts.
• Tachometer 1500-15000 r.p.m. - 1 No. • 250 V 16A, I.C.D.P. switch - 1 No.
• D.O.L. starter 250V suitable for
0.5 HP single phase motor - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
1 Arrange and adjust a suitable load for the given universal 4 Connect the motor as per circuit diagram (Fig 1) with
motor. proper frame earth connections.
A universal motor has high starting torque. Check for the correct load arrangement before
Without load, the motor reaches a dangerously starting the motor.
high speed resulting in damage. Normally do
5 Switch on the I.C.D.P. and push the 'ON' button of the
not arrange loading through the flat belts
starter.
which may slip during running. Arrange direct
drives or 'V' belt drives as load. 6 Observe the D.O.R. and record it below.
2 Select the proper rating of I.C.D.P. switch, cables, fuse The D.O.R. is
and starter, according to the rating of the given universal 7 Measure the speed with a tachometer and record it
motor. below. The speed is r.p.m.
3 Open the starter cover, trace out the connection and
set the overload relay to the motor current rating.
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The speed of a universal motor depends upon In case reversing the direction of rotation of
the load. While setting the range of the the motor is necessary, change either field or
tachometer, first set at a high range and then armature terminas. While changing the
step down the range to a suitable measurable amature terminals of compensated universal
value. motor, change the compensating winding
terminals also.
8 Stop the motor by the stop-botton of the starter. Switch
off the I.C.D.P. and remove the fuse. 9 Discuss with your intructor the possibility of alternate
connections to the one. (Fig 2)
Change the direction of rotation
10 Change either the field or the armature terminals.
Generally the D.O.R of the universal motor is
designed in one direction by the manufacturer. 11 Follow the procedural steps 5 to 8 and record the
Changing the direction of rotation in such direction of rotation and speed in the space given
cases will resut in high sparking, increased below:
heating and failure of the machine.
The D.O.R. is_________________________
The speed is__________________________

Carry out maintenance and servicing of universal motor

• read and interpret the name-plate details of the motor
• inspect and ascertain the conditions of the motor
• dismantle the universal motor
• test and rectify the faults
• assemble and test the universal motor
• troubleshoot the universal motor.
Requirements
• Electrician tool kit - 1 Set • Test lamp 60W 250V - 1 No.
• Philips screwdriver 200mm - 1 No. • Cotton waste - as reqd.
• Cold chisel 200 mm - 1 No. • Bearing grease quality and quantity - as reqd.
• Spanner set double ended set of • Sandpaper smooth sheet of
8 Nos. 6mm to 25 mm - 1 Set 300 mm square - as reqd.
• Mallet (wooden ) 7.5 cm dia - 1 No. • Kerosene oil - 1/2 litre.
• Bearing puller - 1 No. • Empire cloth 1 mm - as reqd.
• Megger 500 V - 1 No. • Carbon tetrachloride - as reqd.
• Ohmmeter 0 to 1 kilo ohm - 1 No. • Empire sleeves 3 mm to 6 mm - as reqd.
• External and internal growler - 1 Set • Carbon brushes of suitable
grade and size - 2 Nos.
Equipments/Machines
• Lead and tin solder (Resin cored) -20 grams.
• Universal motor as available - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1 : General maintenance and servicing procedure

1 Note the name-plate details of the motor and enter in Table 2
complaint card shown in Table 1.
Results of visual inspection
Table 1
Sl.No. Description of Result of visual
Complaint card visual inspection inspection
Customer Date Job No. Make
Frame No. Model Type HP
Volts Ampere Phase Cycles 5 Mark the exact position of the end plates with yoke.
Serial No. 6 Dismantle the machine.
Suggestion/Complaint : 7 Clean the internal parts of the motor.
Signature of Section in-charge 8 Check the following.
2 Inspect the motor visually and record the defects in a) Test the shorting between commutator segments.
Table 2. (Fig 1)
3 Read the complaint card and ascertain the area of b) Clean the commutator with carbon tetra chloride.
trouble. c) Check the mica insulation; if found raised beyond
4 Conduct, continuity, open circuit and insulation the commutator surface undercut the mica.(Fig 2)
resistance tests and enter the values in Table 3.
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Table 3
Test results
Continuity Test Insulation resistance Resistance Test
Description
Dismantling
Dismantling
Dismantling
Assembling
Assembling
Assembling
Sl. No.
Remarks
Before
Before
Before
After
After
After
1 Field winding
2 Armature winding
h) Check the bearing for ply or damage.

i) Replace the damaged or defective bearing with the new
one having same specification.
If the old bearing is good, then clean the
bearing and repack the bearing with grease
approved by the manufacturer.
j) Assemble the motor.
k) Check whether the rotor shaft is free to rotate.
In case, the rotor shaft is hard to move or too
tight, loosen the end covers and retighten
them in a sequence till the rotor is free to
rotate.
d) Check the commutator surface for pittings. If necessary l) Check the brush tensions and if necessary adjust it.
use sandpaper to remove the pittings.
m) Perform the earlier tests and enter the results in
e) Check for overheated spot at raiser and resolder the Table 3.
wires if necessary.
The present test results should be better than
f) Check the length of brushes. If found short, replace earlier ones. If not try to investigate the problem
them with the same grade of correct size brushes. area and rectify.
g) Check the brushes for proper bedding. If necessary bed n) Check the earth connections of the motor, starter and
the brushes. Refer Fig 3. switch and correct them if necessary.
Insert the new brush and shape the end to the o) Start the motor with partial load and check its
curve of the commutator using glass paper performance.
wrapped around the commutator and light
p) Check for undue raise in motor temperature, noise and
pressure on the brush.
vibrations.
q) Verify the defect following the trouble shooting chart if
necessary.

Electrician - Alternator
Install an alternator, identify part and terminals of alternator

• select the location and type of foundation
• determine the type of fasteners and prepare the Template
• dig pit on the floor and prepare the concrete mixture
• place fasteners with a template and grout the fasteners
• read and Interpret the name plate details of alternator set
• identify the terminals of alternator.
Requirements
• Right spanner set 5 mm to 25 mm - 1 Set • Electric drilling machine - 1 No.
• DE spanner set 5mm to 25mm - 1 No. • 3 Phase Alternator 3KVA 500V
• Dial gauge - 1 No. 50 Hz coupled to suitable motor - 1 No.
• Feeler gauge - 1 No. • Ohm meter - 1 No.
• Ball pein hammer 1 Kg - 1 No. • Phase sequence meter - 1 No.
• Cold chisel 19mm dia 200mm long - 1 No.
Materials
• Round file bastard 200mm - 1 No.
• Flat file bastard 200 mm - 1 No. • PVC insulated copper cable
• Steel rule 300 mm - 1 No. 2.5 sq mm 600V grade - as reqd
• Crowbar 1800mm - 1 No. • Test lamp 250V - 1 No.
• Lead hammer 1 Kg - 1 No. • Bolts and nuts - as reqd
• Screwdriver 300mm with 6 mm blade - 1 No. • Cement - as reqd.
• Spirit level 200 mm - 1 No. • Sand - as reqd.
• Alignments pins (Fixture pin) - 1 Set • Earth wire GI 14 SWG -3m
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Install an alternator set

1 Select the Proper place of Installation for the alternator Table 1
set.
Outside dimensions
2 Select a suitable type of foundation by referring to the
Length .............................mm
manufacture’s Instructions.
Breadth ............................mm
3 Select a suitable fastener by referring to the
manufacturers’s instructions. Height ............................mm
4 Take the measurement of the bed frame as in Fig 1 and Table 2
enter the data in Table 1. Distance measured from the adjacent holes
11........mm I4........mm b1........mm b4.........mm
12 .....mm I5 ......mm b2.... mm
13 ....mm I6 .....mm b3 ......mm
5 Measure the position and size of foundation bolt holes
and enter the data in Table 2.
6 Prepare a template for the bed frame , mark the
position of the foundation bolt on the template and drill
the frame. (Fig 2)
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12 Allow it to settle down for 8 to 12 hours, then remove the
template.
13 Cure the cement mortar with water for a minimum of two
days.
14 Finish the surface by plastering neatly.
15 Install the alternator set and fix with nuts.(Fig 4)
7 Mark the position of the foundation bolts in the selected

space on the floor using the template.
8 Dig the floor at the marked places, such that the depth
of holes is 15 cm more than the length of the anchor bolt
below the floor surface.
9 Mount the foundation anchor bolts in the template and
place the template on the ground surface so that the
anchor bolts enter the holes already dig in proper
position.
10 Check for level using the spirit level.
11 Fill the space around the bolt with thin coarse cement
mortar.
TASK 2 : Identify the parts of alternator

1 Read and interpet the name plate details of the given 2 Identify the parts of the alternator from the real object
alternator and note down as on Table 3. or form the exploded view chart (Fig 3)
Table 3
Name-plate details
Manufacturer, Trade Mark : ..................................... Rated Speed: ................................................rpm.
Type model number : ............................................. Rated power ..............................................k.w/HP
Type of Current : .................................................... Rating class:.......................................................
Function ............................................................. Insulation class ...................................................
Serial number : ............................................Amps Rated current: :...........................................amp...
Type of connection: .............................................. Rated frequency................................................Hz
Rated voltage: .................................................volts Protection class: .................................................
3 Label the each part with number and write the name
of the parts in Table 4.
Table 4
S No. Label No. Name of the part
1
2
3
4
ELN35151H3
5
6
5

TASK 3 : Identify the terminals of a 3 phase, star connected alternator
In a 3-phase, star-connected alternator three Only one pair will be independent with
windings are internally connected in the star marginally high resistance. This pair belongs
and four terminals are brought out to the to the field winding. The other four
terminal block. These four terminals consist of terminalswhich show continuity between them
three beginning ends of the 3-phase winding belong to the star-connected, main winding
and one neutral. terminals.
1 Check there is any marking on the terminals and note Out of the four terminals, three terminals will
it down also. If not, give your own marking as 1,2,3 etc give comparatively high resistancs between
as shown in Fig 4. them. These are the ends of the three coils
called UVW terminals. However, the left out
terminals out of the four will give half the value
of resistance when measured between any
one terminal of UVW and that terminal. This
terminal is the neutral and has to be marked as
‘N’. The marking of the 3-phase terminals as
UVW is tentative. The correct phase sequence
is to be checked with the help of a phase-
2 Identify the terminals which show the internal sequence meter, then only the terminals could
connection, following the procedure stated in the above be marked as UVW.
working steps and also as shown in Fig 6a. Measure
4 Mark the terminals accordingly.
the resistance in between them and record the readings
in Table 5. 5 Show your making to your instructor and get his
approval.
3 Identify the field winding from the terminal block
(Fig 6b) Table 5
Sl No. Between Resistance value Remarks
in ohms
1 1-2
2 2-3
3 3-4
4 1-3
5 1-4
6 2-4
7 5-6

Test for continuity and insulation resistance of alternator

• read and interpret the name-plate details of an alternator
• identify the terminals of a 3-phase alternator
• test the alternator windings for continuity
• test the insulation resistance between the stator and rotor windings
• test the insulation resistance, between the windings and the alternator frame.
Requirements
• Cutting pliers 200mm - 1 No. • Alternator, 3-phase, 3 KVA 415V - 1 No.
• Spanner set 5mm to 200mm - 1 Set
Materials
• Screwdriver 100mm - 1 No. • P.V.C. insulated copper wire
• Megger 500V - 1 No. 23/0.2 mm size -5m
• Insulation tape - 1 m.
• Test lamp 60W / 240V - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1 : Read and interpret the name plate details of an alternator

1 Read and interpret the name-plate details of the 3-phase 2 Identify the terminals of the alternator as you did in
alternator and enter in Table 1. Exercise No.3.5.151. Task : 3.
Table 1
Name Plate Details
Manufacturer, Trade mark : ...........................................
Type, model or list number : ..........................................
Type of current : .......................................... Fabrication or Serial number : ........................
Function : .......................................... Alternator : ........................
Type of connection : .......................................... P.F : ........................
Rated voltage : ..................................Volts Rated current : ............................. amp
Frequency : ......................................Hz Rated speed : ..............................r.p.m.
Rated power : ...................................kVA Rated exc. current : ..............................amps
Rated exc. voltage : ..................................Volts Direction of rotation : ......................................
Rating class : .......................................... Protection class : ......................................
Insulation class : ..........................................
TASK 2 : Conduct continuity test by using a lamp

Table 2
1 Take the test lamp and identify the cable to which the
Sl.No. Connection Condition of lamp
S.P. switch and the fuse are connected in series with
between
the lamp. Use this as Prod 1.
1 R and N
2 Connect Prod 2 to terminal `N' and touch the terminals
R, Y and B alternatively by Prod 1. (Fig 1) Observe the 2 Y and N
lamp condition and enter the same in Table 2. 3 B and N
4 F1 and F2
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3 Check the continuity between F 1 and F 2
(Fig 2) and enter the finding in Table 2.
The phase wire should be identified in the test

lamp as Prod 1, and should be connected
through the switch and fuse to the test lamp.
Care should be taken to see that the phase
wire does not touch the body or frame of the
alternator. Do not touch any terminal while
testing with AC supply.
TASK 3 : Measure insulation resistance between windings

1 Connect one prod of the Megger to any one of the You can connect to any one of the terminals R,
terminals R,Y,B,N and the other prod to the terminal Y, B and N as all of them are having continuity
F1 or F2 as shown in Fig 3. as ascertained earlier.
2 Rotate the Megger at its rated speed and measure the
insulation value and record it in Table 3.
The measured value should not be less than 1
megohm.
Table 3
Sl. No. Insulation resistance Value in
between windings megohms
1 Between RYBN and
field winding F1 & F2
TASK 4: Measure the insulation resistance between the windings and the body
1 Connect one of the prods of the Megger to any one
terminal, RYBN and the other prod to the body/frame
of the alternator. (Fig 4)
2 Rotate the Megger at its rated speed and measure the
insulation resistance. Record it in Table 4.
Table 4
Sl. No. Insulation resistance between Value in
winding and the body MΩ
1 Between armature winding
R/Y/B/N and the body
2 Between field winding
F1 & F2 and body
3 Connect the Megger prod to terminal F1 or F2 and the
other prod to the body. (Fig 5)
Rotate the Megger at its rated speed and measure the
insulation resistance value, and record it in Table 4.

The measured insulation value should not be 4 Compare these values of insulation resistance with
less than 1 megohm. those entered in the alternator maintenance card
available in the section, and discuss the variations in
the reading with your instructor.

Connect, start and run an alternator and build up the voltage

• read and interpret the name-plate details of an alternator
• test and identify the terminals of an alternator
• connect, start, run, adjust the speed and frequency of the alternator
• adjust and set the rated voltage of an alternator
• determine the magnetisation characteristic of an alternator.
Requirements
Tools/Instruments
• Insulated cutting pliers 200mm - 1 No. • Rheostat 480 ohms 2 amps - 2 Nos.
• Screwdriver 150mm - 1 No. • 4-point starter 30 amps 250V - 1 No.
Materials
• Voltmeter AC 0 to 500 volts - 1 No.
• Ammeter DC 0 to 5 amps - 1 No. • PVC insulated copper cable
• Tachometer 0 to 3000 r.p.m. - 1 No. 2.5 sq mm 600 V grade - 10 m.
• Single phase frequency meter • Insulation tape - 30 cm.
250V - 45 to 55 Hz. - 1 No. • Fuse wire 5A, 15A - as reqd.
• T.P.I.C. switch 16 amps 500V - 1 No.
Equipment/Machines
• D.P.I.C. switch 32 amps 250V - 2 Nos.
• 3-phase alternator 3KVA 415V 50 Hz.
coupled to a suitable DC motor. - 1 Set
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Connect, start, run, adjust the speed and frequency of an alternator
1 Read and interpret the name-plate details in Table 1.
You may have to change the ranges of the
2 Test and identify the terminals of the alternator. meters and rheostat according to the rating of
the available alternator with respect to Fig 1.
3 Test the alternator for insulation resistance between
the windings, the winding and the ground, and record 5 Make the connections as per the circuit diagram.
the values separately. (Fig 1)
The insulation resistance value should not be 6 Adjust the field rheostat of the prime mover to cut out
less than one megaohm position, and the field rheostat of the exciter in the
minimum voltage position.
4 Select a suitable range of rheostats, ammeters,
voltmeters, switches and cables according to the 7 Check the couplings.
specification of the available alternator.
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Table 1
Name plate details
Manufacturer, Trade Mark : ....................................
Type, model or list number : ....................................
Type of Current : .................................... Fabrication or serial number : ..............................
Function : .................................... Alternator : ..............................
Type of connection : .................................... P.F. : ..............................
Rated voltage : ............................Volts Rated current : ......................amps
Frequency : ...............................Hz Rated speed : .......................r.p.m.
Rated power : ............................ kVA Rated exc. current : ...................... amps
Rated exc. voltage : .......................... Volts Direction of rotation : ..............................
Rating class : ................................... Protection class : ..............................
Insulation class : ...................................
8 Switch ÒN' the DC supply to the prime mover (DC 13 Increase the excitation current such that the alternator
motor) and start the prime mover through the 4-point line voltage is about 10% above the rated value.
starter.
14 Draw the curve IF versus VP taking IF on the `X' axis and
9 Adjust the speed of the prime mover through its field VP on the `Y'axis. The curve shows the O.C.C. or the
rheostat to the rated speed of the alternator. magnetisation characteristic of the alternator.
10 Switch òn' the DC supply to the exciting winding of the 15 Write your conclusion regarding the relation between
alternator. Note down the field current, line voltage and the field current and phase voltage as well as the line
phase voltage of the alternator in Table 2. voltage and phase voltage.
11 Note down the frequency (if possible, for the frequency Conclusion
meter may not read at a low voltage) in Table 2.
12 Increase the field current in 10 to 12 equal steps. For
each step measure the phase voltage, line voltage,
frequency and field current and enter the values in
Table 2 until the alternator output voltage reaches its
rated value.
The field current should be varied gradually in
equal steps in the ascending order. Otherwise
it will disturb the shape of the plotted curve.
Table 2
Sl.No. Field current Line voltage Phase voltage Frequency Remarks
IF VL VP VF

Determine the load performance and voltage regulation of a 3-phase alternator

• connect, start, run, and build up the voltage of an alternator
• connect the resistive, inductive load to the 3 phase alternator
• determine the voltage regulation of an alternator.
Requirements
• Combination pliers 200mm - 1 No. • 3-phase alternator 500V 5/10 kW
• Round nose pliers 150mm - 1 No. coupled with DC shunt motor having
• Electrician's knife - 1 No. facility for speed control - 1 Set
• M.I. ammeter 0 to 20 amps - 3 Nos. • 3-phase lamp load 415/400V 5 KW - 1 No.
• M.I. voltmeter 0 to 500 volts - 1 No. • 3-phase squirrel cage motor 500V
• M.C. voltmeter 0-300V - 1 No. 50HZ, 3 HP with DOL starter and switch - 1 No.
• M.C. ammeter 0-5A - 1 No.
Materials
• Frequency meter 500V, 45 to 50 Hz. - 1 No.
• Power-factor meter 500V, • P.V.C. insulated stranded
+0.5 to -0.5 P.F. - 1 No. aluminium cable -10 m
• Tachometer 300 to 3000 r.p.m. - 1 No. • T.P.I.C. switch 32 amps 500v - 2 Nos.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1 : Connect, start, run, and build up the voltage of an alternator
1 Note down the name-plate details of the given alternator

in Table 1. (As per exercise 3.5.152 Task : 1)
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2 Select proper sizes of cables, fuse wires, switches Check the voltage rating of the power factor
etc., as per the name-plate ratings (rated capacity) of and frequency meters whether they are for
the given 3-phase alternator. phase voltage or line voltage. Connect
3 Connect the exciter output terminals to the field of the accordingly. Do not forget to connect the star
alternator with the rheostat, ammeter and voltmeter. point of the lamp load to the neutral point of
(Fig 1 the alternator. The bulb wattage rating should
be equal in all lamps.
The exciter output voltage is shown in Fig 1 as
220V DC. Different manufacturers choose 5 Show the connection to your instructor and obtain his
different exciter voltages suitable for their permission to start the prime mover.
alternators. You may have to select the 6 Run the alternator at its rated speed. Measure and
voltmeter and ammeter ratings according to record the speed. Speed.............. r.p.m.
the voltage rating of the field of the available
alternator. 7 Build up its voltage by adjusting the field rheostat to the
rated voltage of the alternator. Read and record it.
4 Connect the alternator terminals RYB and N to the load Voltage .............volts.
as per the circuit diagram (Fig 1). Keep the load
switches and also all the lamp switches of the lamp
load in the òff' position.
TASK 2 : Load a 3-phase alternator with a resistive load

1 Close the T.P.I.C.switch of the lamp load and note
Switch on the lamps equally in all the three
down the values of the load current, (which will be zero),
phases so that the load is balanced.
the terminal voltage, P.F. and frequency in Table 2.
3 Increase the load current equally on all the three
The frequency should be kept constant by
phases of the alternator to its rated value by switching
adjusting the prime mover speed whenever
on the lamps in steps of 1 amp. For each step, note
necessary.
down the current, voltage and the P.F. frequency and
2 Slowly increase the load current to 1 amp by switching tabulate the readings in Table 2.
ÒN' the lamps one by one. Record all the readings in
4 Reduce the load gradually to zero. Open the lamp load
Table 2.
by switching off the T.P.I.C. switch.
Table 2
Sl. Load current Terminal Frequency Power Power = Remarks
No. equal in all the Voltage kept Factor 3 ELILcos Ø
three phases IL VL constant cos Ø
TASK 3 : Load a 3-phase alternator by a 3-phase motor (inductive) load

1 Close the T.P.I.C. of the motor load and start the motor
by the D.O.L starter. Read and record IL,VL, P.F and
frequency in Table 3. Switch ÒFF' the T.P.I.C. switch
of the motor load.

Table 3
No. equal in all the Voltage kept Factor 3 LILcos Ø
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TASK 4 : Determine the voltage regulation of an alternator
1 Close the T.P.I.C. switch of the motor load and start the 6 Calculate the voltage regulation for the above different
motor by the D.O.L starter. loads at 5 and 10 amperes by using the formula:
2 Close also the T.P.I.C. switch of the lamp load and Percentage voltage regulation (%VR)
increase IL up to the alternator's rated value in steps of
one ampere. Read and record the values of IL, VL & P.F. No.load voltage - Full load voltage
%VR = x 100
frequency in Table 4. Full load voltage
3 Reduce the load and switch off the alternator.
7 Based on steps 5 and 6 write your conclusion in the
4 Draw the three curves for the 3 sets of reading as space given below.
recorded in Tables 2, 3 and 4 in the same graph
Conclusion 1
showing the terminal voltage versus load current. Keep
the terminal voltage in the Y axis and load current in the
X-axis.
5 Compare the power delivered to the
• resistive Conclusion 2
• inductive (partially resistive)
• resistive/inductive loads
• with the corresponding line current and line voltage,
and P.F.- atleast three different line current values.
Table 4
No. equal in all the Voltage kept Factor 3 ELILcos Ø

Parallel operation and synchronization of three phase alternators

• read and interpret the name plate details of the two 3 phase alternators
• synchronise the two 3 phase alternators by dark lamp method and test it
• synchronise the two 3 phase alternators by dark and bright lamp method and test it
• synchronise the two 3 phase alternators by synchroscope method and test it.
Requirements
Tools/Instruments
• Trainees tool kit - 1 No. • Rheostat 150 ohms/1A - 1 No.
• MI Voltmeter 0-500V - 2 Nos.
• Frequency meter (45 - 50 - 55 Hz) - 1 No. Materials
• Phase sequence indicator - 1 No. • TPIC switch 16A, 500V - as reqd.
• Synchroscope - 1 No. • ICDP / Knife switch 16A, 250V - 1 No.
Equipments/Machinery • ICTP / Knife switches 16A, 500V - 2 Nos.
• 100W/250 V lamps - 6 Nos.
• 3 Phase alternators 5 kVA/500V • Connecting wires - as reqd.
50 Hz coupled with prime mover
(/adjustable speed control) - 2 Nos.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1 : Read and interpret the name plate details of the alternators
1 Read and interpret the name plate details of the 3 phase 2 Note down the details of alternators in Table 1.
alternator
Table 1
Name-plate details
Manufacturer, Trade Mar k...................................... Rated frequency ................................................
Type, model or list number .................................... Rated power ............................................kw/HP
Type of current ..................................................... Rating class ...................................................
Function .............................Alternator................... Insulation class ................................................
Fabrication or serial number .................................. Rated current..............................................amp
Type of connection ............................................... Rated speed .............................................r.p.m
Rated Exc.current ........................................amps Rated exc.Voltage...........................................V
Rated voltage ................................................ volts Protection class .................................................
Direction of rotation :......................................
The voltage rating of two alternators must be same. Rating of alternators (kVA), not necessary must be
same. The load can be shared according to the rating of alternators.
TASK 2 : Synchronise the two 3 phase alternator by dark lamp method and test it
For connecting two alternators in parallel they 2 Supply frequency of both alternators must
must fulfil the following conditions. be equal
1 Terminal voltage of both the alternators 3 Phase sequence of both the alternators
must be same must be ideal
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1 Check the phase sequence of the main bus bar line 4 Keep the main switch of alternator - 2 in opened position.
by using phase sequence indicator/meter
5 Start and run the first alternator and build up the rated
2 Connect and set the arrangement of incoming alternator voltage
and outgoing alternator with prime mover coupled, TPIC
6 Measure the line voltage between phases, then
main switch, voltmeters and frequency meters and
measure the frequency of an alternator-1 and note
lamp connection in series. (Fig 1).
down the readings of voltmeter and frequency meters
While connecting the alternators, care should in Table 2.
be taken, that corresponding phase lines must Table 2
be connected of both alternators. (i.e.) 1st
alternator is connected to L1, L2 and L3 then Alternator 1
the 2nd alternator must also be connected to S No. Voltage reading in Volt Frequencyin Hz
same L1, L2 and L3.
1 L1 - L2 L1 - L2
3 Keep the main switch of incoming alternator -1 in closed
2 L2 - L3 L2 - L3
position after ensuring the phase sequence are correct.
3 L3 - L1 L3 - L1
7 Start , run and build up the rated voltage Table 3

Alternator 2
8 Measure the line voltages and frequency in alternator
2 and note down the readings in Table - 3 S No. Voltage reading in Volt Frequency in Hz
1 L1 - L2 L1 - L2
2 L2 - L3 L2 - L3
3 L3 - L1 L3 - L1

9 Check the condition of the two lamp. Now, all the lamps are bright and then become
If the voltage and frequency are equal the dark at a time, it indicates all the conditions
lamps will becomes dark and then becomes are fulfilled for synchronising.
bright. If the voltage and frequency of the both 13 Close the main swich of alternator - 2 when all the
alternators are not same, the lamps will flicker. lamps are in dark condition.
10 Adjust the field excitation current in the alternator 2 Now the alternators are synchronised (parallel)
and bring the voltage to the same value of the and ready for sharing the load
alternator 2.
14 Switch 'ON' common load for both the alternators.
11 Check the condition of lamps brightness.
15 Check the loads are shared equally by the two
If the lamps are flickering still now, then the alternators.
frequency may not be equal, it must be brought
to same equal frequency value of alternator 1 16 Get it checked with your instructor.
12 Adjust the speed of the prime mover of alternator 2

and bring the frequency as same as in alternator 1
TASK 3 : Synchronise the two 3 phase alternators by dark and bright lamp method
1 Check the phase sequence of the main bus bar lines 5 Look at the condition of the lamps
by using phase sequence indicator
If the voltage and frequency are equal then
2 Connect and set up the arrangement of the alternator one pair of the lamp will be dark and other
- 1 and alternator - 2 with prime mover, TPIC switch, two pair will be bright
lamp connection. (2 pairs of lamp are connected across
two phases, In one phase, the pair of the lamps are in If the voltage and frequency of the both the
series with voltmeters and frequency meters. (Fig 2) alternators are not same, then the lamp will
flicker not giving standstill lighting
3 Repeat the working steps from 3 to 8, in Task - 2
6 Check the voltage and frequency are not equal repeat
4 Note down the readings in table - 4 & Table - 5 the steps from 10 to 12 of task 2and bring the same
Table 4 value of voltage and frequency as in alternator - 1
Alternator - 4 If all the condition are fulfilled, then all the

lamps will not flicker and one pair of the lamp
S. No. Voltage reading in Volt Frequency in will be dark and other two pair lamps will be
Hz bright at a time.
1 L1 - L2 L1 - L2 7 Close the main switch of alternator - 2 when the lamps
2 L2 - L3 L2 - L3 are bright condition
3 L3 - L1 L3 - L1 Now the 2 alternators are synchronised
(paralled) and ready for sharing the load
Table 5
8 Switch 'ON' the common load for both alternators
Alternator - 5
9 Check the loads are shared equally by the two
S. No. Voltage reading in Volt Frequency in alternators
Hz
1 L1 - L2 L1 - L2
2 L2 - L3 L2 - L3
3 L3 - L1 L3 - L1

TASK 4 : Connect two alternators in parallel by using synchroscope
1 Collect the instruments as shown. (Fig 3)
8 Adjust the speed of the alternator. If it is indicating fast,
2 Connect the equipment and instruments. (Fig 3) reduce the speed of the incoming machine gradually
observing the synchroscope pointer.
Keep òpen’ the bus-bar switch S 1 and
synchronising switch S2. If it indicates slow, increase the speed of
incoming machine slowly. The result should
3 Start the incoming alternator (Alternator-2) with low
be slow movement of the pointer to 0.
excitation.
When the pointer comes to zero position very
4 Close the bus-bar switch S1.
slowly, the bulb behind the dial will glow
One alternator (Alternator-1) is connected to bright.
the bus-bar that produces the rated V.
9 Adjust the speed of the incoming alternator for minimum
5 Observe the bus-bar voltage V1 and incoming voltage oscillation of the synchroscope pointer.
V 2.
10 Close the synchronising switch `S2’ at zero, and the
6 Adjust the excitation of the incoming alternator till V1 steady position of the synchronising pointer.
= V2. The voltage of incoming and exciting machine
When the two voltages of the incoming and
should be equal.
existing machines are the same in magnitude
7 Check the pointer in the synchroscope. and phase, synchroscope pointer will be at
zero.

Electrician - Synchronous Motor and MG Set
Install a synchronous motor, identify its parts and terminals

• read and interpret the name plate details of given shynchronous motor
• read the manufacturers installation instruction and follow the same
• tranfer the template measurements to the mounting base
• make the template of the base frame making (i.e) making drilling, selecting hole size
• identify the parts of synchronous motor
• Identify the terminals of a synchronous motor.
Requirements
Tools/Instruments
• Masonry tools like travel • DC source/rectifier suitable for
Spirit level etc. - 1 Set above motor - 1 No.
• Drilling machine electric 12.mm • TPIC switch 32A, 500V - 1 No.
capacity with drills - 1 No. • DPIC switch 16A 250V - 1 No.
• Measuring tape 3 meters - 1 No. • Suitable field Rheostat - 1 No.
• Electrician hand tool kit - 1 Set
Materials
Equipment/Machines
• Connecting cables - as reqd.
• Synchronous motor 3 KVA, 500V. • Plywood 8mm thick 40 x 30 cm - 1 No.
3 phase 50Hz with suitable starter - 1 No. • Nuts grouting bolts - 4 Nos.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1 : Install a given sychronous motor
1 Read the name-plate details and record in the motor

maintenance card
Name plate details

Manufacturer : .................................... Speed : .................................rpm
Type : .................................... Insulation Class : .........................................
Serial No. : .................................... Excitation voltage : ........................................
Function : .................................... Excitation Current : ........................................
Type of connection : .................................... Direction of Rotation : .........................................
Voltage : ..............................Volt Rating Class : .........................................
Current : ..............................Amp
Power : .............................. KW Protection : ..........................................
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2 Make the necessry arrangement at the place where
the motor to be installed as per manufacture’s
Instruction, such as drilling holes, position of nuts and
bolts or and RCC foundation etc.
3 Determine the size of the connecting cable and fuse
from the rating of the motor.
4 Cut two straight pieces and two cross pieces of ply
wood (Fig 1) and mark the holes according to the size
of the holes of the base of the motor on the wooden
frame planks.
5 Select the size of the drill according to the size the
mounting bolt recommended by the manufacturer.
TASK 2 : Identify the parts of synchronous motor

1 Identify the parts of the synchronous motor from the
real object or from the exploded view chart. (Fig 1)
2 Label the each identified parts with number tags.
3 Write the name of the parts of each labelled number in
the table.
Table
Sl. No. Lable No. Name of Part
6 Drill the holes according to the size mentioned.

7 Make use of the template measurements on the
mounting base and get the base mounting ready for
installing the motor. (Fig 2) f) Finish the surface by plastering neatly.
a) Fix the planks with a grouting bolt. Include vibration arresting devices as per the
manufacturer's instructions such as spring
b) Check for level using the spirit level. washers, etc.
c) Fill the space around the bolts with thin coarse 8 Install the motor and fix it with nuts (Fig 3)
cement mortar.
9 Make double earthing in accordance with I.E. regulations
In the training Institute use clay mortar instead and I.S. recommendation.
of cement to facilitate repetition easily by
every trainee in a batch. 10 Check the continuity of windings as shown in Fig 4.
Also check the effectiveness of grounding. (Fig 5)
d) Allow it to settle down for 8 to 12 hours, then remove
the template planks. 11 Connect the motor with the starter/switch and fuse to
the supply temporarily to check smooth running
e) Cure the cement mortar with water for a minimum without vibrations.
of 2 days.

Connect start and plot V-curves for synchronous motor under different
excitation and load conditions
• connect the synchronous motor with its starter
• start and run the sychronous motor with its starter
• plot the ‘V’ curve.
Requirements
Tools/Instruments
• Trainees tool kit - 1 No. • DC source/retifier suitable for above
• MI Ammeter 0-10 A - 1 No. motor - 1 No.
• MC Ammeter 0-1 A - 1 No. • TPIC switch 32A, 500V - 1 No.
• MI Voltmeter 0-500 V - 1 No. • DPIC switch 16A 250V - 1 No.
• Frequency meter (45-50-55Hz) - 1 No. • Field rheostat suitable for
• Tachometer 0-10000 rpm - 1 No. above motor - 1 No.
• Synchronous motor 3 KVA, 500V • Connecting leads - as reqd.
3 phase 50Hz with suitable starter - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Connect the synchronous motor, start, run and test it

1 Make the connections as per circuit diagram. (Fig 1) 5 Hold push button S2 depressed, and start the motor by
operating switch S1.
Make sure that push button S2 is pressed before
energising the motor at the time of starting.
When S2 is depressed DC supply to field is
disconnected and field winding terminals F1
and F2 are shorted.
6 After the rotor attains maximum speed say 95% of the
synchronous speed release push button S2 i.e. field
winding is excited by DC supply.
With field winding excited the motor gets
pulled into synchronism and runs at
synchronous speed.
7 Measure speed, supply voltage, frequency, line current,
and field excitation current and record in Table 2.
Table 2
Line voltage : ________________ Volt
Line current : ________________ amp
Excitation current : ________________ amp
2 Show the connections to your instructor and get his
approval. Speed : ________ _______ r.p.m
3 Close TPIC switch and DPIC. Frequency : _________________ Hz
4 Adjust the field current to its rated value as per name 8 Calculate the synchronous speed of the motor by using
plate detail. the formula.
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9 Compare the synchronous speed with the measured
120 f
NS = speed, and ensure measured speed is equal to
p synchronous speed.
Synchronous speed Ns =... rpm.
TASK 2 : Plot the V-Curve for synchronous motor under different excitation and load condition
1 Start and run the synchronous motor to its maximum 3 Note down the readings in Table 1 and plot the ‘V’
speed without load. curves for synchronous motor under different excitation
and load conditions in a separate graph sheet. The
2 Adjust the field current by adjusting the field rheostat
same Procedure has to be repeated for loaded condition.
(Fig 1) and take the readings of armature current (Ia) and
field current (If)
Table 1
Sl. No. Without Load With Load
Armature Current (Ia) Field Current (If) Armature Current (Ia) Field Current (If)

Identify the parts and terminals of MG set

• read and interpret the name plate details of the given M.G set
• determine the pairs of terminal of the windings of the DC machine by the test lamp method
• Identify their parts and write their names.
Requirements
• Insulated combination pliers 200mm - 1 No. • PVC insulated cable 3/20 or
• Screw drivers 150 mm - 1 No. 660V grade -5m
• DE Spanner set 5 mm to 20 mm - 1 Set • Kit Kat fuse 250V 16A - 1 No.
• Pendent lamp holder 250V 6A - 1 No.
Equipment/Machine
• SP switch 250V 6A - 1 No.
• 3φ Sq cage induction motor 5 HP • BC lamp 25/40V 250V - 1 No.
500V 50 Hz wih γ Δ Starter - 1 No. • Fuse Wire 5 Amp. - as reqd.
• DC shunt Generator 5 KW /220V
with field regulator - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1: Identify the parts terminals of motor of a MG set

1 Read and Interpret the name plate details of the given
3 phase squirrel cage induction motor and note down
as on Table 1.
Table 1
Name plate details
Manufacturer : ................................................ Rated Speed : ....................................r.p.m.
Model / Number : ................................................ Rated frequency : .........................................H2
Serial Number : ................................................ Type of Connecton : .............................Star / Delta.
Rated Voltage :..........................................Volts Insulation Class : .............................................
Rated Current : ........................................Amps Protecction Class : ............................................
Rated Power : ...................................KW / HP.
2 Identify the parts o AC squirrel cage induction motor 3 Label the each parts with number and write then name
from the real object or from the exploded view chart. of parts.
(Fig 1)
Table 2
S No. Label Sq. Cage Induction
Number motor parts.
1
2
3
4
ELN36158H1
5
6
7
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4 Identify the terminals of a 3-phase induction motor with
the help of two lamps in series. (Fig 2)
5 Observe the condition of the lamp and write the name
of terminals.
If the lamps glow bright as shown Fig 2a then
the linked ends are similar ends. For example
the linked end are U1 and V1.
If the lamps glows dim as shown in Fig 2b,
then the linked ends are dis-similar ends. For
example the linked end are U1 and V2.
TASK 2 : Identify the terminals of DC generator of the MG set

1 Read and interpret the name plate details of the given
DC generator and note down in Table 2.
Table 2
Name plate details
Manufacturer : ............................................. Type of generator : .............................................
Serial No : ............................................. Insulation class : .............................................
Rated voltage : .............................................
Rated current : .............................................
Rated power : .............................................
2 Identify the terminals of the DC generator and label

them as explained in Ex.3.1.115. (Fig 3)
3 Write down the terminal name of DC generator.
Sl.No. Label No. Terminal name

1 1
2 2
3 3
4 4

Start, and load a MG set with 3 phase induction motor coupled to DC shunt
generator
• connect 3-phase motor with the starter
• connect a DC shunt generator, field regulator, ammeter and voltmeter
• start the 3-phase AC motor
• adjust the field regulator and build up DC voltage
• determine combined efficiency of the M.G set.
Requirements
Tools/Instruments
• Electrician Tool kit - 1 Set - DC shunt generator - 5 KW
• MI Voltmeter 0-500V - 1 No. 220V with field regulator - 1 No.
• MIAmmeter0-15A - 1 No. • Lamp bank of 5 KW - 250 V - 1 No.
• MC Ammeter 0 to 2.5A - 1 No. Materials
• MCAmmeter 0 to 15A - 1 No.
• MCVoltmeter 0 to 250 volt - 1 No. • ICTP switch 16A 500V - 1 No.
• Power factor meter 500V • Lamp holder pendent - 2 Nos.
15A 0.5 lag to 0.5 lead - 1 No. • Lamp 250V, 60 or 100 watts bulb - 2 Nos.
• Tachometer multi-range • Stranded PVC insulated wire
0-300/1000/3000 rpm - 1 No. 7/1.5 aluminium cable -4m
• D.P.S.T. Switch 16A, 250V - 1 No.
Equipment/Machines • PVC insulated connecting cable - as reqd.
• 3-phase squirrel cage induction • ICDP switch 16A 250V - 1 No.
motor 5 HP, 500V, 50 Hz with • Graph sheet - as reqd.
star-delta starter 500V, 16A - 1 No.
PROCEDURE
TASK 1 : Start run and load a MG set

1 Connect the AC motor and generator. (Fig 1) Keep the field regulator at a position to include
zero resistance in the circuit. Keep switch S1
and S2 in ‘off’ position.
2 Start the AC motor. Measure the speed using a 4 Switch ‘ON’ the load switch S2.
tachometer.
5 Increase the load gradually by switching ‘on’ the lamps
3 Build up the DC generator terminal voltage to its rated in steps up to the rated capacity of MG set.
value and observe the voltmeter (V2) reading.
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6 Measure the speed of the generator for each load
condition and record in Table 1.
11 Calculate the total loss and the effiency at full load.
7 Record input current, voltage and power factor in
Table 1. Read and record the load current and terminal
voltage of generator in Table 1.
8 Switch ‘OFF’ the load in steps and open the load
switch S2. 12 Stop the prime mover of the M.G. set and isolate
9 Calculate the input power. supply.
10 Calculate the output power. Conclusion

Observe from the readings in Table that the terminal
voltage drops with increase in load. State your reasons.
Table 1
OUTPUT INPUT
Load Terminal Speed LIne Line Power
current (I) voltage (V) in r.p.m current (IL) voltage (VL) factor

Project work
Objectives: The Trainees/Participants shall be able to
• select a project work of their choice
• prepare the list of materials required and collect them
• list out the tools required
• prepare a brief note on the project
• complete the project and submit the project report with all the details.
• Get it checked with your instructor.

Note: Instructor has to explain in detail
regarding the project works to be carried out • The project should complete with all operational
in the section. The trainees may be divided instructions and carry necessary procedure with
in groups according to the strength available switches, controls, labels, symbols etc.
in section and give all details how to prepare
• Safety devices has to be placed according to the project
and finish the work with complete
and its functions.
workmanship and accuracy.
• Maintenance and repair instructions should be
• Step to start and follow the project work indicated clearly.
• Motivate the group by emphasising the technical work
Note: Instructor has to evaluate the project
involved and its future influences.
work with all records and reports. Marks to be
• Divide the work equally and make sure in yoke awarded for the project working, accuracy,
participating with full interest. workmanship, safety features and its work
performance related to the viva questions.
• Start the project work, test it stage by stage and
complete it.
Project work
• Test the completed project job for its functionality and
1 Phase sequence checker for 3 phase supply
its utility.
2 Induction motor protection system
• Prepare a project report containing its technical
parameters, specification, material requirement and 3 Motor starters with protection
its cost, operational procedure, maintenance, utility 4 Solar/wind power generation.
and marketing etc.
• Indicate the scope of future expansion, easy conversion
to other project for advanced version in the report.
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DIRECTORATE GENERAL OF TRAINING

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MEDIA DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS

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Shri. M.H. Nagesh - Junior Training Officer

Smt. S.Chandrakala - Junior Training Officer

Smt. D.Vinutha - Junior Training Officer

Shri P. Natarajan - Assistant Training Officer

Shri K. Mohandass - Assistant Training Officer

Shri. K. Srinivasa Rao - Joint Director

Shri. Subhankar Bhowmik - Assistant Manager,

Module 1 - DC Generator 7 Exercises 78 Hrs

Module 2 - DC Motor 9 Exercises 122 Hrs

Module 3 - AC Three Phase Motor 11 Exercises 125 Hrs

Module 4 - AC Single Phase Motor 9 Exercises 100 Hrs

Module 5 - Alternator 5 Exercises 50 Hrs

Module 6 - Synchronous Motor and MG Set 4 Exercises 50 Hrs

Total 45 Exercises 525 Hrs

Contents of Trade Practical

Exercise No. Title of the Exercise Page No.

3.1.115 Identify terminals, parts and connections of different types of DC machines 1

3.1.116 Measure field and armature resistance of DC machines 6

Method of using a tachometer 10

3.1.118 Test for continuity and insulation resistance of DC machine 14

3.1.123 Practice dismantling and assembling in DC compound generator 26

3.2.124 Conduct performance analysis of DC series shunt and compound motors 28

3.2.122 Practice dismantling and assembling in DC shunt motor 53

3.2.129 Carry out overhauling of DC machines 56

3.2.130 Perform DC machine winding by developing connecting diagram, test on

Module 3 : AC Three Phase Motor

3.3.131 Identify parts and terminals of three phase AC motors 65

Exercise No. Title of the Exercise Page No.

3.3.141 Maintain, service and troubleshoot the AC motor starter 110

Module 4 : AC Single Phase Motor

3.4.145 Practice on speed control of a single phase AC motors 128

3.4.150 Carry out maintenance and servicing of universal motor 140

3.5.151 Install an alternator, identify part and terminals of alternator 142

3.5.152 Test for continuity and insulation resistance of alternator 145

3.5.155 Parallel operation and synchronization of three phase alternators 153

Module 6 : Synchronous Motor and MG Set

3.6.158 Identify the parts and terminals of MG set 163

Project work 167

On completion of this book you shall be able to

• Plan, execute commissioning and evaluate performance of DC

• Execute testing and maintenance of DC machines and motor starters.

• Plan, execute commissioning and evaluate performance of AC

• Execute testing and maintenance of AC motors and starters.

• Plan, execute testing, evaluate performance and carry out

• Execute parallel operation of Alternators.

• Distinguish organize and perform motor winding.

Third Semester Duration: Six Month

Week Ref. Learning Professional Skills(Trade Practical) Professional Knowledge

53 - 54 • Plan, 115. Identify terminals, parts General concept of rotating

55 - 56 • Plan, Execute 120.Perform no load and load Armature reaction,

• Plan, Execute 124.Conduct performance Principle and types of DC