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Nasa Multiplex

Burj Dubai - The Residences

ETA
MEP
Client :- Emaar Properties Contractor

M&E Division

Method Statement Title Method Statement No.


ETA / MS / P–012
Start up & Commissioning of Sump Pumps
Rev. No. & Date:
‘0’ 20.06.2004

Burj Dubai - The Residences


Design Consultant
Woods Bagot

MEP Consultant
Roberts & Partners

0 Issued for 20.06.2004


Approval
ETA M&E ETA M&E NMX MACE

Rev. Description Date Prepared By Reviewed By Approved Approved


By By

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Nasa Multiplex
Burj Dubai - The Residences

ETA
MEP
Client :- Emaar Properties Contractor

M&E Division

Method Statement Title Method Statement No.


ETA / MS / P–012
Start up & Commissioning of Sump Pumps
Rev. No. & Date:
‘0’ 20.06.2004

1.0 Scope

The scope of this Method Statement is to define the method of Start-up and
Commissioning of Sump Pumps installed within the Burj Dubai – The Residences, in
accordance with the Specification Sections 15440 manufacturer’s instructions
attached.

Note

a. For installation of Sump Pumps refer to Method Statement Ref. ETA/MS/P-


009, Rev. 0.

2.0 Material

Refer to Appendix 1 – Schedule of Sump Pumps.

3.0 Test Equipment

3.1 Digital Multimeter


3.2 Clamp Meter

Note

The calibration certificates of testing instruments shall be verified prior to usage and
copies shall be included in the test reports.

4.0 Pre-commissioning checks prior to start-up

4.1 Mechanical

4.1.1 Check and inspect the installation of Sump Pump is complete, verify
the installation as per approved drawings.

4.1.2 Verify compliance to the attached manufacturer’s installation


instructions.

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Nasa Multiplex
Burj Dubai - The Residences

ETA
MEP
Client :- Emaar Properties Contractor

M&E Division

Method Statement Title Method Statement No.


ETA / MS / P–012
Start up & Commissioning of Sump Pumps
Rev. No. & Date:
‘0’ 20.06.2004

4.1.3 Obtain installation certification from manufacturer or their authorized


representative.

4.1.4 Check and ensure adequate clearance available for service and
maintenance of pumps and motors.

4.1.5 Check the installation is coordinated with other services.

4.1.6 Ensure the shipping bolts / chambers are removed.

4.1.7 Check all nuts, bolts, screws, fasteners etc., are fixed and tightened as
required.

4.1.8 Check the alignment is completed as per manufacturer’s instructions


(where applicable).

4.1.9 Check and ensure the safety guards are in place and secure.

4.1.10 Rotate the pump manually and ensure free and smooth rotation.

4.1.11 Ensure the pumps are cleaned prior to start-up and all identification
labels and tags are in place.

4.2 Electrical

4.2.1 Check all power cabling and control wiring is completed and dressed
neatly.

4.2.2 Check the power isolator is fixed close to the pump motor for
emergency stop and power isolation.

4.2.3 Check all terminations are completed and tightened as required.

4.2.4 Check the grounding connections are completed and tightened as


required.

4.2.5 Ensure the overload protections are set correctly as per the pump motor
load current.

4.2.6 Ensure all identification tags and labeling works are complete.

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Nasa Multiplex
Burj Dubai - The Residences

ETA
MEP
Client :- Emaar Properties Contractor

M&E Division

Method Statement Title Method Statement No.


ETA / MS / P–012
Start up & Commissioning of Sump Pumps
Rev. No. & Date:
‘0’ 20.06.2004

5.0 Start-up and Testing

5.1 Check the line voltage and phase rotation before energizing the power.

5.2 Switch ON the power and start the pump and check the rotation is in the
correct direction.

5.3 Immediately on start-up, check for any abnormal noise and vibration. Rectify
as / if required Consult manufacturer if required.

5.4 Observe for the correct operation of motor, pump and drive system.

5.5. Measure the current drawn (amperage) by the pump motor and record the
same.

5.6 Record all pump and motor nameplate data in the commissioning format.

5.7 Ensure compliance to all manufacturer’s commissioning instructions, as


applicable.

6.0 Safety

6.1 Only experienced and skilled personnel shall be engaged for start-up and
commissioning of Sump pumps.

6.2 Cable test reports shall be verified prior to energisation.

6.3 Warning signs and tapes shall be placed during start-up and commissioning as
required.

6.4 All safety procedures shall be followed in accordance with the project health
and safety plan.

6.5 Safety Officer shall check and ensure all safety precautions are followed.

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Nasa Multiplex
Burj Dubai - The Residences

ETA
MEP
Client :- Emaar Properties Contractor

M&E Division

Method Statement Title Method Statement No.


ETA / MS / P–012
Start up & Commissioning of Sump Pumps
Rev. No. & Date:
‘0’ 20.06.2004

7.0 Records

7.1 Inspection request (for Witness of start-up and commissioning) duly signed by
NMX and Consultants

7.2 Signed-off pre-commissioning checklists

7.3 Commissioning reports

7.4 Calibration certificates of testing instruments

8.0 References

8.1 Specification Sections 15440

8.2 Manufacturer’s start-up and commissioning instructions.

8.3 Approved Sump Pump submittals / drawings.

8.4 Approved shop drawings.

9.0 Attachments

9.1 Appendix 1 – Schedule of Pumps

9.2 Pre-commissioning checklist

9.3 Manufacturer’s instructions.

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