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Method Statement - MV Cable Jointing

This document provides guidelines for medium voltage cable jointing. It describes the procedures to be followed, including checking that the correct jointing kit is used, megger testing the cables, and ensuring all work follows applicable standards. Special notes are provided for jointing between multicore and single core cables. General instructions cover preparation, starting the jointing process, and termination. Key steps include stripping cables, using the correct compression connectors, and ensuring cable lugs are properly crimped. Joints must be sealed and tested before use.

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Method Statement - MV Cable Jointing

This document provides guidelines for medium voltage cable jointing. It describes the procedures to be followed, including checking that the correct jointing kit is used, megger testing the cables, and ensuring all work follows applicable standards. Special notes are provided for jointing between multicore and single core cables. General instructions cover preparation, starting the jointing process, and termination. Key steps include stripping cables, using the correct compression connectors, and ensuring cable lugs are properly crimped. Joints must be sealed and tested before use.

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METHOD STATEMENT

-MEDIUM VOLTAGE CABLE JOINTING-

1. PURPOSE

To describe the procedure and jointing process associated with electrical activities.

2. SCOPE

This procedure shall be applied to electrical works of the project which includes the medium
voltage cable jointing of new cables for electrical equipment.

3. GUIDELINES

All electrical work shall be carried out in conformance with the Scope of Work, International
Electrical Code (IEC) and the appropriate standard specification.
A qualified and experienced Electrical Engineer shall monitor all electrical activities related to
Medium Voltage Termination Works assisted by and approved QC inspector and shall ensure
that all the requirements are adhered to during termination activities.

4. CABLE JOINTING

Before Starting of Jointing

 Check to ensure that the kit you are going to use fits the cable.
 Refer to the kit label and the title of the installation instructions.
 Carefully read and follow the steps in the installation instruction.
 Double check the Size and routing of cable as per cable and conduit schedule.
 Ensure Megger Testing has been done and accepted.
 After termination high pot test should be carried out and recorded.
 Ensure that all termination works adheres to acceptable IFC drawings (Single Line Diagram
and Elementary Diagram) and comply with applicable standards.
 All personnel who carry out termination work shall be certified.

SPECIAL NOTE:
 JOINTING BET. MULTICORE to SINGLE CORE CABLE SHALL BE THE SAME METHOD AS DEPICTED
ON THIS METHOD STATEMENT.
 CLEARANCE AND REMOVAL OF INSULATION WILL BE AS PER MANUFACTURER INSTALLATION
MANUAL.
 ONLY ADDITION TO COMBINE THE THREE SETS OF SINGLE CORE CABLES IN ONE BREAK-OUT KIT.
 TO AVOID PARTIAL DISCHARGE AND/OR WATER TREE.
 MATERIALS REQUIRED – BREAK-OUT KIT + STRESS TUBES.

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General Instructions

 Use a propane (preferred) or butane gas torch.


 Ensure the torch is always used in a well-ventilated environment.
 Adjust the torch to obtain a soft blue flame with a yellow strip.
 Pencil-like blue flames should be avoided.
 Keep the torch aimed in the shrink direction to pre-heat the material.
 Keep the torch aimed in the shrink direction to pre-heat the material.
 Keep the flame moving continuously to avoid scorching the material.
 Clean and de-grease all parts that will come into contact with adhesive.
 If a solvent is used follow the manufacturer’s handling instructions.
 Tubing should be cut smoothly with a sharp knife leaving no jagged edges.
 Start shrinking the tubing at the position recommended in the instruction.
 Ensure that the tubing is shrunk smoothly all around before continuing along the cables.
 Tubing should be smooth and wrinkle free with inner components clearly defined.

Starting of Jointing

 Cut the cable to the required length and remove the outer sheath as per the instruction of
the termination kit manufacturer. Termination kit should be selected according to the system
voltage and type of connection.

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 Compression (crimped) type connectors shall be used for terminating stranded conductors
and shall be tinned copper type. All Compression connectors for 8AWG and larger
conductor shall have a manufacturers reference compression die number and conductor
size printed or stamped on the connector.
 For number 4/0 and larger conductors, compression terminal connectors shall be two-hole
NEMA design. Single hole compression terminal connectors are permitted for termination on
manufactured equipment that has integral provision for single hole lugs only.
 For cable lugs 120mm² and above, high-pressure compression or hydraulic crimping shall be
used.

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 Ensure there is no cracking or damage of cable lugs on applying the pressure. Wrap with
rubber tape and vinyl electrical tape around the barrel of the cable lugs.
 Arrange, install and terminate the cable to the designated terminal point and ensure
correct phase line sequence between cables and terminal.
 Use mechanical connectors supplied as integral part of splice and termination kits. Adhere
to the installation instruction of kit manufacturer.

 Steel surface shall be thoroughly cleaned before making a grounding connection.

 Conduit openings around cable connection points shall be sealed with duct seal
compound.

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