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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION FOR PASSENGER ELEVATOR
FOR INDIAN RAILWAYS

Amendment Revision
SN Reason
Number Date Number Date
1 1 24.11.15 - - Rly bd. Letter no. 2012/elect(G) /150/7 dated 02.09.2013
and SC Rly letter no. E.252/Lifts /2013-14 Dt.
10.02.2015.
Amdt. cl.: 2.3, 2.8, 2.9, 4.0, 5.8, 6.1.2.7, 6.2, 6.5.1, 6.5.3,
6.5.5, 6.6.2, 6.9.2.1, 6.9.5.2, 6.9.7.1, 6.10.3.2, 6.21.2,
6.21.3, 6.23.1, 6.23.4.1, 11.0 and annex-1.
Add. Cl.: 6.15.4, 6.22.6, 6.22.7, 6.22.11, 13.2.4, 19.2, 19.3
& 19.4.
Del. Cl.: 6.6.4, 6.9.1.4. & 6.9.6.3.
2 1 26.12.19 Rationalized the specification to improve its reliability and
clarity.
3 2 ----- Rationalized the specification in line with the current
technical upgradation and to improve its reliability and
clarity.

जारीकर्ाा ISSUED BY
ऊजाा एवं पर्ाावरण प्रबंधन पवार सप्लाई एवं ई एम र्ू ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT POWER SUPPLY
AND EMU DIRECTORATE
ननदेशालर्
RESEARCH DESIGNS AND STANDARDS ORGANISATION
अनसु धं ान अनिकल्प एवं मानक सगं ठन
MANAK NAGAR, LUCKNOW-226011
मानक नगर लखनऊ & 226011

Approved by:

PED/PS & EMU

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INDEX

S. ITEM PAGE No.

N.
1. FOREWORD 03
2. SCOPE 03
3. APPLICABLE STANDARDS 05
4. OPERATING CONDITIONS (SERVICE 07
CONDITIONS)
5. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 07
6. SYSTEM DETAILS 09
7. INTERFACES 39
8. ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPABILITY 40
REQUIREMENT (EMC)
9. SOFTWARE SUPPORT 40
10. SAFETY DEVICES/FEATURES 41
11. PERFORMANCE & TECHNICAL 44
REQUIREMENTS
12. KEY TECHNICAL INFORMATION TO BE 55
SUPPLIED BY BIDDER
13. DESIGN CRITERIA & SUBMITTALS 57
14. TESTING & INSPECTION 62
15. ACCESSIBILITY 64
16. MOVEMENT OF MATERIALS 65
17. LABELLING & MARKING 65
18. PACKING, SHIPPING & DELIVERY 65
19. INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING 65
20. ON-SITE SUPPORT TO CONTRACTOR 66
21. AFTER SALES SERVICE 66
22. MAINTENANCE 67
23. TRAINING 68
24. OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL 68
25. QUALITY ASSURANCE 68
26. Annexure-1: PERFORMA TO BE FILLED IN BY 70
PURCHASER
27. Annexure-2 : DETAILED TESTING AND 72
INSPECTION PLAN
28. Annexure-3 : TYPE, ROUTINE & ACCEPTANCE 75
TEST

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION FOR PASSENGER ELEVATOR

FOR INDIAN RAILWAYS

1. FOREWORD
Elevators facilitate the vertical transportation of railway passengers
and others at railway stations and buildings. This specification will
facilitate the provision of safe and high quality elevators on the Indian
Railway (IR) network.

2. SCOPE
2.1. The specification seeks to define the objectives, guidelines and
requirements for design, manufacture, supply, installation, testing
and commissioning, preparation of maintenance/ operations manual
and imparting training to maintenance/ operations personnel in
respect of heavy duty elevators.
2.2. Elevators are required to be machine room-less & gear-less and the
same shall be suitable for railway stations, be they underground or
over ground (please refer item 10 of Annexure-1). In absence of any
specific mention to the contrary in the tender, it will be deemed that
the railway station is of overground type. The elevator should be fit for
use by elderly as well as differently abled passengers. Although focus
of the spec. is on vertical movement of passengers from Foot-over-
Bridge (FOB) to platform, concourse, circulating area, etc., the spec. is
equally suited for multi-storied buildings (please refer item 1 of
Annexure-1).
2.3. Elevators shall be heavy duty type and capable of operating safely and
smoothly at a rate of 180 motor starts per hour or above for a period
of not less than 20 hours per day, seven day a week. The elevators
should be designed for minimum 10,00,000 operations per year.
2.4. The Contractor shall be fully responsible for obtaining relevant safety
certificate or license or any other authorization required from
statutory authorities as a pre-requisite for taking up the work of
commissioning and regular operation of Machine-room less & Gear-
less Elevators. The firm shall also obtain the relevant safety certificate
from statutory authority in respect of individual elevators. Fee, if any,
for obtaining such license/ certificate shall be borne by the contractor.
The aforesaid provision shall be applicable to contractual warranty
period and (if applicable) AMC period also.
2.5. The Contractor shall submit to the railway, relevant safety and
clearance certificates for each equipment, as obtained from the
statutory authorities.
2.6. The Contractor shall be responsible to supply and install any signage/
graphics required for fulfillment of relevant statutory authority’s
norms, whether or not specifically mentioned in the spec.
2.7. Railways shall furnish the particulars of their specific requirements by
filling in all the entries, as per the format given in Annexure 1.
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2.8. Contractor’s scope of work

Contractor’s scope shall include but not be limited to the following:
(i) Design, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of
Machine-room less and Gear-less Elevators in stations/
buildings for vertical transportation of passengers (including the
differently abled and elderly);
(ii) Supply and fixing of guide rails and related items
(iii) The elevator shall be supplied in accordance with specific
requirements of the site, as furnished by the railway (please refer
Annex-1).
(iv) Minor civil works (limited to minor items such as chipping, repair
or touchup in the shaft for carrying out the elevator installation)
(v) The contractor shall provide all wiring and apparatus, suitable
for the specified electrical supply and the same shall be approved
during design stage.
(vi) Transportation of material and equipments to site, for
installation;
(vii) Scaffolding works and barrier fencing at the landings (only to the
extent required for installation of Elevators);
(viii) Enclosures and supporting brackets for housing and fixing of
equipment;
(ix) Shaft lighting and electrical sockets;
(x) All equipment, fixtures and materials reasonably required for
interface with other Contractors;
(xi) Training; and
(xii) Documentation
NOTE: The following items shall also form a part of contractor’s scope
if specifically asked for in the tender:
(a) Special tools, testing and diagnostic equipment and
measuring instruments.
(b) Maintenance for specified period.
2.9. Railways’ scope of work
2.9.1 Railways will need to carry out site feasibility study prior to proposing
the work. In respect of Elevators to be provided for transferring
passengers from FOB to the level below i.e. platform, concourse, etc.,
railways shall carry out a detailed survey for feasibility of shaft for the
Elevator as also the FOB extension along with its support structure;
in addition, detailed survey would need to be carried out to ascertain
the number of Elevator car doors required. If the site necessitates that
landing doors at platform level and FOB levels be provided on different
(opposite) faces of the shaft due to space constraint, then the Elevator
will need to be provided with two sets of car doors. While inviting
tenders, railways must submit their site specific requirements as per
item 7 of Annexure-1.

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2.9.2 As for site preparation works (civil and electrical), with the exception
of items of works specifically kept under contractor’s scope by this
specification, all the other works shall automatically fall under
railways’ scope. The site preparation works to be undertaken by
railways may typically include: construction of the Elevator shaft
including pit; construction of FOB extension for connecting the main
passage to Elevator shaft; raised platform/profiling required for
prevention of ingress of water into the Elevator shaft; any
miscellaneous works (if required), to offer a clear site to the elevator
contractor; canopy above the landing doors (where required); provision
of architraves; provision of drain pipe in the lift well at slightly higher
level than main drain, so that the inflow of water from outside can be
avoided. The drain pipe to be connected to main drain a suitable
pump and sump at pit of the shaft to be provided to discharge water
in drain pipe; provision of earth pits for achieving an earth resistance
of max 1 ohm (for elevators, railways shall provide separate earthing
pits); making single phase and three phase LT power supply available
for the Elevator, etc.
2.9.3 Elevator shaft should preferably be of RCC. If brick construction is
used, then it is recommended that the minimum thickness of shaft
wall shall be 230 mm and RCC tie-beams shall be provided at the
bracket fixing levels and any other equipment fixing locations. The
location of the RCC tie-beams shall be provided by the Elevator
contractor.
2.9.4 Elevator contractor will provide communication port at ITB at machine
room and at SCR. The control wiring from machine room to SCR shall
be done by railway contractor. The elevator contractor will facilitate
the connection at ITBs.
2.9.5 Provision of CCTV surveillance system.

3. APPLICABLE STANDARDS
IS 14665 Specification for passengers lifts
BS EN-81-1 20 Safety Rules for the construction and
installation of lifts Part 1: Electrical Lifts
IEC 60364 Standard on Electrical installation for
building
IS 15330 Installation and maintenance of Lifts for
handicapped persons – Code of practice
IS 15785 Installation and maintenance of lift
without conventional machine rooms –
Code of practice
IS 8216 Guide for inspection of lift wire ropes
IS 14665: Part 1 Electric Traction Lifts – Part 1:
Guidelines for outline dimensions of
passenger, goods, service and hospital
lifts
IS 14665: Part 2: Sec 1 Electric Traction Lifts – Part 2: Code of
and 2 practice for installation, Operation and

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maintenance:
Section 1: Passenger and goods lifts;
Section 2: Service Lifts
IS 14665: Part 3: Sec 1 Electric Traction Lifts – Part 3: Safety
and 2 rules:
Section 1: Passenger and goods lifts;
Section 2: Service Lifts
IS 14665: Part 4: Sec 1-9 Electric Traction Lifts – Part 4:
Components
IS 14665: Part 5 Electric Traction Lifts – Specification
Part 5: Inspection manual
IEC 60034: Part – 1 Rotating electrical machines - Rating
and performance
IEC 60034: Part – 2-1 Rotating electrical machines - Standard
methods for determining losses and
efficiency from tests (excluding machines
for traction vehicles)
BS EN 12385-5 Steel wire ropes. Safety. Stranded ropes
for lifts
BS EN 61000-6-3 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) -
Generic standards - Emission standard
for residential, commercial and light-
industrial environments
BS EN 61000-6-1 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) -
Generic standards - Immunity for
residential, commercial and light-
industrial environments
BS EN 12015 Electromagnetic compatibility - Product
family standard for Lifts, escalators and
passengers conveyors -Emission.
BS EN 12016 Electromagnetic compatibility - Product
family standard for Lifts, escalators and
passenger conveyors -Immunity.
ISO 7465 Passenger Lifts and service lifts. Guide
rails for car & counterweight – T type
BS EN ISO 1461 Hot dip galvanized coatings on
fabricated iron and steel articles.
Specifications and test methods
BS 5655: Part 10 Lifts and service lifts – Specification for
the testing and examination of Lifts and
service lifts
EN 81 – 71 Safety rules for the construction and
installation of lifts — Particular
applications to passenger lifts and goods
passenger lifts — Vandal resistant lifts
IEC 60227 - 6 Polyvinyl chloride insulated cables of

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rated voltages up to and including

450/750 V –
Part 6: Lift cables and cables for flexible
connections
NOTE:
i. The elevator shall generally confirm to this specification however for
parameters and performance criterias not explicitly covered in this
specification should be governed by standards mentioned above. In case of
conflict between standards the preference should be given in the order of IS,
EN.
ii. The latest version of the above mentioned standards shall be applicable.
4. OPERATING CONDITIONS (SERVICE CONDITIONS)
The equipment shall be sturdy and suitable for the following service
conditions to be normally met in service:
Ambient –5°C to +50°C
Temperature
Humidity Relative humidity: 40% to 95%
Altitude Max 1,200 meters above sea level
(1,800 meters for J&K area)
Atmosphere Extremely dusty and desert weather and desert terrain
in certain areas. The dust content in air may be as high
as 1.6mg/m3. During dry weather, the atmosphere is
likely to be full of dirt and dust. The rainfall can be
fairly heavy.
Coastal area The equipment shall be designed to work in corrosive
atmosphere. Stations in coastal areas have continued
exposure to salt laden air.

5. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
5.1 The construction of all Elevators shall conform to latest editions of
IS-14665, IS 15785, IS-15330, and EN 81-1 20.
5.2 Each Elevator shall have its own driving machine. The method of drive
shall be Electric Traction with gearless motor having a provision of
VVVF Control; regenerative drive shall be provided, if specifically
asked for by the purchaser (please refer item 8, Annexure - 1). In
absence of any mention to the contrary in the tender, it will be deemed
that regeneration feature is not required. The system, including all
sub-systems and equipments shall be of proven design.
5.3 The design of the Elevators shall be such that no major repair shall be
necessary for a period of 20 years from the date of issue of Certificate
of Taking Over. This of course is based on the assumption that
prescribed inspections are carried out periodically and routine
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shall mean replacement of car frame, car enclosure, car and landing
doors, Elevator shaft wiring (except travelling cables), guide rails, drive
machine, and driving sheave; parts attached to these components,
which are subjected to normal wear and tear, are excluded.
5.4 The design of Elevators shall take into consideration fire prevention,
elimination of dust and dirt traps, and easy accessibility for cleaning
and routine maintenance.
5.5 The gearless drive machine shall be mounted on guide rails
accommodated within the Elevator shaft. The power switchgear and
main control equipment can be located suitably inside or near the
Elevator shaft. Location of the same is to be decided in coordination
with the railway and railway appointed civil contractor. No separate
machine-room will be provided for machine room-less and Gear-less
Elevators.
5.6 Elevators are critical to vertical transportation of passengers and staff
and particularly so for the differently abled and elderly. So, elevator
reliability is very important for IR. The reliability, availability and
maintainability of equipment/ components shall be judged on the
basis of Call Out Ratio (COR) i.e. engineer visits to the site for
unscheduled maintenance of an elevator. Firms should endeavor that
the COR does not exceed 2.5 per elevator per year. Railways should
consider levying a penalty on firms, in event of the COR exceeding 2.5.
Relevant penalty provisions, if any, shall be incorporated by the
railways in their special conditions of tender. In absence of such
penalty provision in the special conditions of tender, no penalty shall
be levied on the firm; even if COR are in excess of 2.5.
5.7 Elevator Speed:
5.7.1 For transfers between FOB and platform level, the nominal speed for
elevators in either direction shall be 1.0 m/s. The spec does not
permit the railways any other option in the matter of speed of Elevator
for transfers between FOB and platform level at railway stations.
5.7.2 In respect of applications other than transfers between FOB and
platform level, unless otherwise specified in the tender, the nominal
speed for Elevators in either direction shall be: 1.0 m/s for up to 6
stops; and 1.5 m/s for 7 to 13 stops. Should the railway have valid
reasons to specify a speed different from the aforesaid, then it can
indicate the same at item 3 of Annexure-1.
5.8 The elevator capacity and the outline dimensions viz car size, shaft
dimensions, Entrance, overhead, pit depth, car door & landing door
etc. should be as per the recommended dimensions given in IS 14665.
If necessitated by the site conditions, railways can specify any other
dimensions but these should fulfill the conditions of variation given in
the IS Standard Elevator car and shaft dimensions for 13/20/26
persons capacity Elevators have been specified in Cl. 11. Railways
must choose one of the three aforesaid Elevator capacities (refer item
2 of Annexure-1). Although the standard shaft and pit sizes prescribed

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in Cl. 11 are expected to be compatible with Elevators of any make,

railways however are advised to consult the contractor and seek his
written confirmation before proceeding with the construction of shaft
and pit. If so necessitated by site conditions, railway can specify car
dimensions i.e. width and depth that are different from that
prescribed in Cl. 11 (refer item 5 of Annexure 1). but with the car area
same as in Cl. 11; In such case, the railway would need to hold
consultation with stakeholders and then arrive at the corresponding
shaft dimensions. The Contractor shall be responsible to
accommodate the Elevator within the shaft sizes agreed to with the
railway. The Contractor shall co-ordinate with the railway and railway
appointed civil contractor for all matters related to minor variations in
shaft size (depth and width) as well as out of plumbness as specified
in Clause 11. These variations shall be accommodated in the design
by the contractor by way of provision of suitable guide brackets/
fabricated steel channels without any additional charges. The
contractor shall be responsible for any delay on this account. If
specifically ask by Metro railway 13 persons elevator may be designed
for rated load of 1000 kg with 1000mm door size.
5.9 Elevator Shaft size, Car size and clear opening width and height of
both the car and landing entrance shall not be less than those
specified in Clause 11 .
5.10 On award of contract, the contractor shall at the earliest physically
check the site and verify the approximate travel and all other relevant
information through co-ordination with the railway and railway
appointed civil contractors.
5.11 The headroom (overhead) and pit depth for each Elevator in the shaft
shall be as specified in Clause 11. In the submittals, the contractor
shall furnish the requirement in respect of reaction load on the walls
and in the pit and other relevant shaft requirements. The Contractor
is required to interface with the railway as well as with railway
appointed civil Contractor in respect of the Elevator shaft
requirements.
5.12 The running clearance of each Elevator between the Elevator car
threshold and landing door sill shall not be less than 15mm but not
more than 30mm.
5.13 Wherever hanging pits are required, the railways shall mention the
same at item 11 of Annexure-1. Further, where hanging pits are
involved, the shaft size is likely to vary from the size indicated in Cl.
11 prescribed in IS 14665. Accordingly, the contractor shall
coordinate with railway for construction of shaft of appropriate size.
5.14 Suitable provisions shall be made in hardware/software so that there
should not be loss of any data due to power failure or any type of
power disturbance, etc. This shall be reviewed and finalized at design
stage.
6. SYSTEM DETAILS

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The elevator shall comprise of all parts and accessories, which are
necessary for its efficient operation, whether specifically mentioned or
not. The key parts and accessories along with their functions and
features are listed as follows:
6.1 Traction Drive System
6.1.1 Motor
6.1.1.1 Driving motor shall be of AC permanent magnet synchronous type
(with no slip rings) designed for special duty cycles required for
Elevator operation. It should have a high starting torque, high
power factor, high efficiency and low energy consumption. The
efficiency of driving motor shall not be less than 85%. The motor
should conform to IEC 60034: Part 1 & 2.
6.1.1.2 The motor shall be capable of not less than 180 starts per hour
without excessive temperature rise.
6.1.1.3 The maximum temperature rise of the winding shall not exceed
500C above ambient temperature when operated under normal
condition.
6.1.1.4 Provision shall be made to enable the speed to be checked at main
Control cubicle. The device for speed checking itself has been
included in the scope through Cl. 6.28 (e).
6.1.1.5 The motor shall carry a nameplate giving full details of its ratings
and characteristics.
6.1.1.6 The motor used shall have Class ‘F’ insulation with IP-21
protection and shall be designed for 110% of rated load.
6.1.1.7 The motor shall be designed to conform to S5 – 60% CDF (cyclic
duration factor). Duty cycles are defined as per IEC duty cycles for
non peak and peak period of operation.
6.1.2 Brake
6.1.2.1 The Electro-magnetic brake shall be of the spring applied and
electrically released type.
6.1.2.2 The brake shall be capable of stopping and holding the Elevator car
in its downward travel to rest (with 125% of its rated load) from the
maximum rated speed. In this condition, the retardation of the Car
shall not exceed that resulting from the operation of the Safety gear
or stopping on the buffer.
6.1.2.3 Springs used to apply the brake shoes (two nos.) shall be in
compression and adequately supported. Powder coating or other
alternative Anti-corrosion measures to be ensured.
6.1.2.4 Brake linings shall be of renewable, incombustible, non-asbestos
materials and shall be secured to the brake shoes so that normal
wear shall not weaken their fixings. Band brakes shall not be used.

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6.1.2.5 No earth fault, short circuit or residual magnetism shall prevent

the brake from being applied in the event of loss of power supply to
the Elevator motor and control circuit.
6.1.2.6 A means of adjusting the brake plunger stroke shall be provided.
6.1.2.7 The Elevator machine shall be fitted with emergency device capable
of facilitating the brake to be released by hand or by electrical
switch. In case of manual emergency device it shall require a
constant effort to keep the brake open. The emergency device shall
be handle/switch operated and be provided in MAP (Maintenance
Access Panel). The handle should be robust and able to bear
human intervention. This aspect shall be evaluated during detailed
design stage. It is desirable that a mechanical (independent of
electrical system) arrangement may be provided for rescuing the
trapped passengers. The rescue operation shall be possible even
when the total load of the car with passengers become equal to the
mass of the counterweight. Only trained authorized person should
be permitted to use mechanical brake release.
6.1.3 Driving Sheaves
6.1.3.1 The sheaves shall be manufactured in steel or SG iron or alloyed
cast iron and free from cracks, sand holes and other defects with
truly machined surface in order to ensure perfect alignment of all
bearings and thereby also reduce noise generation. The sheaves
shall be fitted with sealed for life lubricated bearings.
6.1.3.2 The sheaves shall have machined rope/belt grooves that can be
reworked for future wear.
6.1.3.3 Adequate provision shall be made to prevent any suspension ropes
leaving the groove due to rope/belt slack or introduction of foreign
objects.
6.1.3.4 The deflector or secondary sheave assembly, where used, shall be
mounted in proper alignment with the traction sheaves.
6.1.4 Alignment
6.1.4.1 The brake plunger, collar, sleeve, motor, sheaves and all bearings
shall be mounted and assembled so that proper alignment of these
parts is maintained
6.1.4.2 The assembly shall be reviewed and rectified when excessive noise
is emitted during operation.
6.1.5 Anti-Vibration Supports
The whole traction machine shall be mounted on appropriate anti-
vibration supports to minimize noise and vibration.
6.2 Hoisting Rope/ Belt
6.2.1 At least three (3) steel wire ropes/ two (2) belts especially
manufactured for Elevator use shall be employed for suspension of
Elevator car and counterweight. The main suspension ropes/ belt
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shall be in accordance with latest versions of EN 81-120, IS:14665

(part-4, Sec.3) and the strength, construction and diameter of rope for
the car and counterweight shall conform to latest version/
amendments of IS: 14665 (Part 4/Sec. 8)/IS-2365 or EN-12385-5. A
plate giving the number, size and ultimate tensile strength of the rope
used shall be permanently fixed to the crosshead.
6.2.2 Steel/coated steel belt of adequate size and number is to be provided
and capacity / strength thereof will be verified at design/ testing
stage. The coated steel belt shall be provided with continuously
operating monitoring system as per IS 15785.
6.2.3 Before installation, manufacturer’s certificates shall be supplied for
each set of hoisting ropes/ belt with the following data:
(a) Type of wire rope/belt
(b) Dimension in mm
(c) Manufacturer’s rated breaking strength
(d) Month and year the ropes/ belt were manufactured
(e) Manufacturer’s name
6.2.4 The factor of safety based on maximum static load for car and
counterweight ropes/ belt shall be at least 12.
6.2.5 The ropes/belt shall be attached to dead-end hitch assemblies, fitting
to supporting beams, car frames, counterweights by means of suitable
termination. A locking device or anti-twist rope device shall be fitted to
the roping system. Alternately, approved arrangement for wedge type
rope fastening may be used.
6.2.6 Compensation ropes/belt or any other arrangement shall be provided
if necessary to achieve the leveling required and smooth starting.
6.2.7 Each rope/belt shall be fitted with a suitable shackle, spring, seat
washer, shackle nut & lock and shackle nut split pin.
6.3 Counterweight
6.3.1 The counterweights shall be in accordance with IS 14665 (Part 4, Sec
3) and EN 81-1 20. The counterweights (filler weights) shall be made
of cast iron, wrought iron or steel and shall be appropriately secured.
They shall be of uniform density and physical dimensions.
6.3.2 Counterweights shall be guarded by means of a rigid, galvanized steel
sheet screen extending from a position 300mm above the pit floor to a
position at least 2.0 m above the pit floor.
6.3.3 The counterweight shall be balanced to 40 to 50 % (±3%) of the rated
load.
6.3.4 Guide shoes shall have non-metallic renewable linings and be
provided at the top and bottom of the counterweight. Guide shoes
shall be adjustable type. A self lubricating system (container with oil)
shall be provided on top guide shoes.
6.4 Clearances and Run-by for Car and Counterweight
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6.4.1 The top clearance of the car and counterweight shall be as stated in IS
Standards.
6.4.2 The bottom run by of car and counterweight shall be as per relevant
IS Standards.
6.4.3 When the car rests on its fully compressed buffer, there shall be a
vertical clearance of at least 600 mm between the pit floor and the
lowest structural or mechanical part, equipment or device installed
beneath the car platform except:
i) Guide shoes, safety-jaw assemblies and platform aprons, guards
or other equipment located within 300mm, measured
horizontally from the sides of the car platform.
ii) Compensating sheaves
However, when the car rests on its fully compressed buffer, there shall
be a vertical clearance of not less than 50mm between any part of the
car and any obstruction of device mounted on the pit.
6.4.4 The clearance between the car/counterweight and the hoist-way
enclosure shall be at least 20 mm except on the side for loading and
unloading.
6.4.5 The clearance between the car and the counterweight shall be at least
40mm. The clearance between the counterweight and the
counterweight screen shall be at least 20 mm.
6.5 Guides and Fixings
6.5.1 Planed steel tees shall be provided as guides for the Elevator car and
counterweight, as appropriate, erected plumb and fixed securely to the
Elevator shaft by steel brackets. The bracket shall be solidly fixed with
the RCC beam/RCC slab. The guide rails shall be connected by steel
fish plates. Details of guides and associated items shall be scrutinized
and finalized at detailed design stage.
6.5.2 The rail contact surfaces of the connecting rail plates and back of the
guide rail ends shall be accurately machined and fitted at site to form
smooth joints.
6.5.3 The strength of the guides, their attachments and joints shall comply
IS 14665 part 4.
6.5.4 The stem sections of all guides shall be tongued and grooved to
provide matched joints. The guides and their fixings shall be able to
withstand the forces imposed by a fully loaded car travelling at
tripping speed of the governor, due to the application of the safety
gear, without permanent deformation or bending due to the uneven
loading of the car. The guide rail brackets shall be designed for 20
years life.
6.5.5 Guide rail brackets shall be of steel and bolted securely to the building
or structure steelworks. The brackets shall be designed and located
such that the rail will not deflect more than 5 mm under normal and
Safety Gear operation. There shall be a minimum of two brackets per
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piece of guide rail and the distance between brackets shall not be
more than half the length of each piece of guide rail. The bracket
should be fixed to RCC beams/RCC slab using chemical bolts of Hiliti
make or other EOTA approved brand of fasteners manufactured as per
ETGA document no. 001TR029 with cold forming process. This
particular requirement is to be ensured during interface with
designated civil contractor. It is the sole responsibility of the Elevator
Contractor to check the strength of the shaft wall and get it certified
from the railway appointed civil Contractor.
6.5.6 The fixing of guide rails to their brackets and to the building structure
shall permit compensation, either automatically or by simple
adjustment, due to normal settling of the building or shrinkage of
concrete.
6.6 Buffer
6.6.1 Buffers shall be installed as a means of stopping the car and
counterweight at the extreme limits of travel.
6.6.2 Buffers shall be of spring type and the same shall comply IS: 14665
(part- 4, Sec. 1). If any manufacturer offers PU (polyurethane) type
buffer same may be accepted by consignee after evaluating the
supporting documents submitted by the manufacturer about the
performance of PU buffers.
6.6.3 Buffers in the pit shall be mounted on steel frame, which shall extend
between both the car and counterweight guide rails.
6.7 Governor
6.7.1 The speed governor shall be in accordance with IS: 14665 (part-4,
Sec.4) and shall be adjustable to actuate the safety gears, located
overhead and driven by governor rope suitably connected to the car
and mounted on its own pulleys.
6.7.2 Tripping speed of the over speed governor shall be chosen between:
115% to 140% in respect of 1m/sec; or 115% to 132% in respect of
1.5m/sec. The tripping of the over-speed governor for the safety gear
shall occur when the car speed exceeds the rated speed downwards.
6.7.3 A mechanically operated safety switch shall be provided to disconnect
the power supply to the motor when the governor is activated.
6.7.4 The governor shall be of “V” groove wheel design.
6.7.5 The governor rope shall be of steel and shall comply IS: 14665.
6.7.6 The rope shall be maintained in tension by means of weighted or
spring loaded tension sheaves located in the pit.
6.7.7 An over speed governor shall also be provided to the counterweight in
case of Hanging pit. The Contractor is required to interface with the
railway and railway appointed civil contractor for the requirements of
hanging pits.
6.8 Diverting pulleys
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6.8.1 All diverting pulleys necessary for suspension of car/counterweight or

diverting the suspension rope/belt to counterweight shall be of cast
iron, grooved for wire ropes complete with shaft, bearings. They shall
incorporate devices to prevent:
(i) The suspension ropes, when slack, leaving the grooves.
(ii) The entry/ ingress of objects between rope and grooves.
6.8.2 The diverter assembly, where used, shall be mounted in proper
alignment with the traction sheaves.
6.9 Car and Car Frame
6.9.1 Guide Shoes
6.9.1.1 Adjustable guide shoes shall be provided and properly fitted at the
top and bottom on each side of the car frame and the counterweight
frame. The guide shoes shall be slipper type.
6.9.1.2 An oil container for automatic lubrication of the guide rails shall be
provided. The material of the oil container shall preferably be
metallic.
6.9.1.3 Slipper type guide shoes shall be of milled cast iron or steel frame
type or sheet metal with non-metallic renewable liners, of low
coefficient of friction and good wear resistance, which require
minimal lubrication. A drip tray fabricated from galvanized steel
sheet shall be provided to avoid lubricating oil spillage.
6.9.2 Car Frame
6.9.2.1 A suitable car frame fabricated from cold rolled (up to 4mm
thickness) and hot rolled sheet (above 4 mm thickness)/ formed
steel hot dipped galvanized / Spray Galvanized, bolted and / or
welded together to form a rigid structure shall be provided.
6.9.2.2 The deflection of the members carrying the platform shall not
exceed 1/1000th of their span under static conditions with the
rated load uniformly distributed over the platform.
6.9.2.3 It shall be able to withstand the operation of the safety gear or any
condition of loading without permanent deformation and shall not
transfer the load to the enclosure.
6.9.2.4 The safety factor of the frame shall not be less than five (5).
6.9.2.5 A data plate shall be attached to the cross head members of the car
frame giving the following information:
(a) Rated load of the Elevator,
(b) Speed of the Elevator,
(c) Year of manufacture.
A Do’s and Don’ts instruction plate shall be provided after getting
approval at the design stage. There should be two different plates
one outside and one inside the car. These plates should be very
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6.9.3 Car Enclosure

6.9.3.1 Car enclosure shall be of Scratch Resistant Stainless steel of not
less than 1.5 mm in thickness and securely fastened to the car
platform and so supported that it cannot be loosened or become
displaced in ordinary service or on the application of safety gear or
on buffer engagement.
6.9.3.2 Final finishes of the walls, ceiling and floor shall be finalized during
design stage.
6.9.3.3 No wood or other combustible materials shall be used for any part
of the Elevator car including car door and emergency trap door.
6.9.3.4 The enclosure shall be designed and supported such that when
subjected to a pressure of 335N applied horizontally at any point
over an area of 5 cm2 on the walls from the inside of the cars
toward the outside, there shall be no permanent deformation and
deflection shall not be more than 10mm.
6.9.3.5 The enclosure shall be insulated to prevent the transmission of
noise and vibration from the car frame.
6.9.3.6 To facilitate differently abled persons, suitable tubular stainless
steel handrails of size as mentioned in IS 15330 shall be provided.
Handrails shall be provided on: 3 sides in cars with single set of
doors; or on 2 sides in cars with two sets of doors (except the area
covering Car Operating Panel) extending to within 150 mm of all
corners. Height of handrail and clearance from car walls shall be as
per IS-15330.
6.9.3.7 A toe guard shall be provided for the car doors conforming to
Paragraph 8.4 of EN 81 Part 1 20. The toe guard for elevators shall
be made of galvanized sheet steel of not less than 1.5mm thick and
painted and shall be adequately braced at the back. The depth of
the toe guard shall be sufficient to prevent any object from being
trapped between the underside of the car platform and the landing
during re-leveling operation (with a minimum of 700 mm).
6.9.3.8 Emergency contact number plate shall be provided with front
transparent acrylic sheet with flush screw arrangement such that
the contact numbers could be changed. The location and design
shall be finalized during design stage.
6.9.3.9 Safety instructions for elevator users shall be provided inside the
car in international signage pattern. The instruction plate shall
provide guidance to the passengers on how to act at the time of
Elevator breakdown/ entrapment and rescue operation. The
location and design shall be finalized during design stage.
6.9.4 Car Platform
6.9.4.1 The car platform shall be constructed from cold rolled steel (spray
galvanized). The floor finish shall be made of 6 mm thick
Aluminum chequered plate which shall be fixed to platform top

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sheet with pilfer proof screws. If single sheet is not used, it can be
in two pieces fixed with pilfer-proof screws. The platform shall be
designed on the basis of the rated load evenly distributed with a
minimum safety factor of five (5). Design calculations shall be
submitted by the contractor at the design stage.
6.9.4.2 The car platform shall be insulated to prevent the transmission of
noise and vibration from the car frame to the platform.

6.9.5 Car roof

6.9.5.1 The portion of the car roof visible from inside the car shall be made
of Stainless Steel finish. False ceiling shall not be provided. Light
fittings and fan shall be provided on car roof and suitably protected
against theft.
6.9.5.2 The car roof shall be suitably constructed and reinforced to permit
the maintenance and inspection of the Elevator shaft equipment by
maintenance personnel standing on the car roof. It shall be capable
of supporting a vertical force of 2000N at any portion without
causing permanent damage. Permanent, hinged and foldable safety
balustrades or any other suitable arrangement forming an integral
part of car top maintenance platform shall be provided. The design
shall be subject to the review during detailed design stage. The roof
of the car shall be provided with a trap door of size 450mm x
450mm for 13 passengers elevator and 610(W) mm X 450(H)mm for
20 and 26 passengers elevator to enable rescue of passengers in
case the lift get struck up and ARD does not work. Care shall be
taken that the opening of the trap door is not obstructed by any
other equipments installed on the roof.
6.9.5.3 Perforated mesh construction of the roof or wooden platform(s) on
the car roof shall not be acceptable.
6.9.5.4 The car roof shall be fitted with guard rails set as at a height and of
suitable dimensions and strength to protect maintenance
personnel.
6.9.5.5 The car junction box shall be with IP 54 protection. The travelling
cables and the car enclosure wiring shall be installed at the car
top.
6.9.6 Ventilation
6.9.6.1 Each Elevator car shall be adequately ventilated to a minimum
standard of 20 air changes per hour. The fans shall be located
above the suspended ceiling or recessed in the car ceiling, as
appropriate, to achieve cross-flow ventilation. Details of ventilation
system shall be finalized at design stage.
6.9.6.2 The noise level of Fan used for ventilation shall be within the limits
as stipulated in Cl. 11. Max 55 dB(A).

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6.9.6.3 Fan shall automatically start on registering the command. The car
ventilation fan shall be switched off within a period which shall be
adjustable from 5 to 15 minutes after the last registered call is
answered. However, fan Switch shall be provided to disable auto-
starting of the Fan when not desired.
6.9.7 Car Interior and Elevator Finishes
6.9.7.1 Unless otherwise specified elsewhere in this specification, the
following finishes for the Elevator shall be complied with:

I. Landing Finishes:
i. Landing Plate, Scratch Resistant Stainless Steel
Indicators, MAP, etc.
ii. Landing Doors Scratch Resistant Stainless steel with fire
rating as per IS 14665 part-I
II. Car Finishes:
i. Car Transom Panels Scratch Resistant Stainless steel
ii. Car Wall:
a) Front Panels Scratch Resistant Stainless steel
b) Side Panels (incl. COP) Scratch Resistant Stainless steel
c) Back Panels Scratch Resistant Stainless steel
iii. Car Doors Scratch Resistant Stainless steel
iv. Car Floor finish 6 mm thick Aluminum Chequered plate
v. Car Ceiling Scratch Resistant Stainless steel panels
with sufficient LED down lights
vi. Car Kick-Plates and Scratch Resistant Stainless steel
skirting
vii. Hand/grip rail Hairline Finish Stainless steel of straight
through type and supported from min. 3
locations.
viii. Buffer rail Thermoplastic Elastomeric or suitable
material enclosed in Scratch resistant
stainless steel frame with minimum height
of 100mm x (width of the car minus
100mm) long shall be suitably fixed to take
the impact of wheel chair foot rest
III. Hall Button and Display Faceplate:
Scratch Resistant Stainless Steel
6.9.7.2 The contractor shall further note that:
(i) Wherever scratch resistant stainless steel has been asked finish
shall be honey comb or moon rock or hairline.

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(ii) Joints in all surfaces shall be coordinated. All fixings are to be of

the hidden/pilfer proof type (cover strips at joints are not
acceptable).
(iii) All stainless steel materials specified for car finishes shall be of
grade SS 304.
(iv) Key details in respect of car interiors, doors, interfaces with civil
structure and finishes have been spelt out in the spec. Minor
details, if any, shall be finalized at the design stage.
6.9.8 Illumination of Cars and Lighting Fixtures
6.9.8.1 LED light fittings shall be provided to achieve a minimum
illumination level of 150 lux at the floor of Elevator car.
6.9.8.2 The number of fittings should be two or more.
6.9.8.3 In case indirect lighting is used, it shall be got approved during
design stage.
6.9.9 Emergency Lighting
For emergency lighting, a subset of lighting fixtures for normal
lighting, shall be backed up by a UPS. With emergency lighting, the
minimum luminous intensity measured at floor level and on the car
operating panel shall be 100 lux.
6.10 Elevator Doors
6.10.1 Car and Landing Doors
6.10.1.1 General requirements of doors
(i) Each Elevator shall be provided with horizontal sliding doors
complete with door frames, arranged in centre opening with
two panels. The doors shall be heavy duty and shall be
designed for minimum of 180 door opening/closing operations
in one hour.
(ii) Depending on the site, the elevator car can have single or two
sets of car doors. The purchaser is required to furnish this
information (please refer item 7 of Annexure-1). In absence of
any mention to the contrary in the tender, it will be deemed
that only one set of car doors are required. Unless otherwise
specified, the car and landing door panels shall be imperforate
and fabricated from stainless steel (grade 304) of at least
1.5mm thick. In case of non-sandwich door construction, the
back of door panels shall be treated with an anti-drumming
compound/tape/sheet covering minimum 30% of the panel
area which is non-combustible and shall not emit toxic fume
when affected by fire. This shall be got approved during design
stage.
(iii) The doors shall be able to withstand a thrust of 345 N over 5
sq. cm.

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(iv) The car doors shall be provided with an electric contact

arranged to prevent the normal operation of the Elevator
unless the gate is in closed position. The car gate shall be
arranged to give the minimum clear opening width as
specified.
6.10.1.2 Door Frames
Door frames shall be of at least 1.5 mm thick stainless steel in
Scratch resistant finish and shall comprise head and jamb
sections of the same material. The door frames shall be suitably
braced and reinforced. The frames shall be provided with
adjustable wall anchors or comparable devices to permit bonding
of these anchors or devices into the walls after the frames are in
place. All frames shall be securely fastened to sills and hanger
supports, and shall be returned to the hoist way side to present a
neat appearance.
6.10.1.3 Door Sills
(i) Door sills shall be slotted. All door sills (visible portion) shall
be of stainless steel with non-slip wearing surfaces and the
sill shall be capable of withstanding a load of 400kg.
(ii) The sills shall be supported on steel anchor plates securely
fastened to the landing door sill supports. The costs for
providing all the necessary steel support for the door sills
shall be deemed to have been included in the Contract.
(iii) Toe guards similar to those provided to the car door sill shall
be provided beneath each landing door sill complying to EN-
81-1 20.
6.10.1.4 Door Hangers and Rollers
(i) Both car and landing doors shall be fitted with sheaves type
door hangers. The sheaves wheels shall be tyred with a
sound attenuating material and shall rotate on a grease
packed precision ball bearing. The up thrust of the door shall
be taken by a roller mounted underside to the hanger track.
(ii) The roller shall be mounted on an eccentric stud to provide
for adjustment. Alternately, any other approved device for
door adjustment may be used. The hanger tracks shall be
either of formed cold rolled steel or of cold drawn steel of
heavy section with surfaces shaped to conform to the tread of
the hanger sheaves and rollers. Suitable means shall be used
to transmit motion from one door panel to the other.
(iii) The proveness of design of the heavy duty door shall be
specifically evaluated during detailed design stage.
6.10.1.5 Supports and Covers
(i) Structural steel angles, if provided, shall be furnished and of
sufficient size to accommodate the door closing equipment.

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The angles shall be continuous and securely bolted to the

sills and the building structure.
(ii) Hanger cover plates shall be made of galvanized steel, for
Elevators with landing as well as car door made of stainless
steel. These covers shall be removable, and so arranged as to
ensure hanger accessibility from within the Elevator car for
maintenance purposes.
6.10.1.6 Self Closing
Gravity or spring actuated self-closing device shall be fitted to the
landing doors so as to automatically re-close the doors when
manually opened by means of the emergency unlocking device.
The gravity weight shall move freely and quietly within its
enclosure fixed at each end of the door sill and be protected from
falling into the Elevator shaft due to any reason. This device shall
not be accessible to public.
6.10.1.7 Locking Device
(i) Each landing door shall be provided with an accepted locking
and interlocking device to prevent the operation of the
Elevator unless all landing doors are closed and locked.
(ii) It shall not be possible to open the landing door from the
landing side without a landing door key.
(iii) The locking device shall have at least IP 20 protection.
(iv) The electric contacts of the door locking device shall open
positively independent of gravity.
(v) Each landing door panel shall be provided with its own
locking device.
(vi) Provision shall be made for opening of all landing door locks
by means of a landing door key by an authorized person
irrespective of the position of the Elevator car.
6.10.1.8 Fascia
Fascia shall be provided as per EN 81-120. Where the gap
between the car door sill and surface of the Elevator shaft wall
exceed 125 mm, galvanized sheet steel fascia plates of not less
than 1.5 mm thick shall be provided. These shall be fixed
between the undersides of landing entrance sills and the top of
the door hanger case to form a flush surface in the path of travel
at the car entrance. The plates shall cover the whole width of the
landing door and extend by 150 mm on each side of the door. It
shall be rigid and properly reinforced.
6.10.1.9 Door Profile
To avoid the trapping of fingers in between Car frame and Car
door, profile shall be provided and the gap after provision of
profile, if any, shall not be more than 5mm.

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6.10.2 Door Operators

6.10.2.1 The door operator for each Elevator shall consist of a motor,
operating mechanism, linkages and switches to give adjustable or
variable speed door operation and shall be adjusted to ensure
smooth, fast opening and closing. The average door speed shall be
between 150–250 mm/sec. The car and landing doors shall
operate simultaneously and quietly while the Elevator car is
leveling.
6.10.2.2 Stainless steel cover of not less than 1.5mm thick shall be
provided for the car and landing door headers to prevent the
accumulation of dust in door locking devices, door tracks and
mechanism.
6.10.2.3 In “Without Attendant” mode, if no command is registered or due
to abnormality of Elevator safety circuit, after the expiry of a
preset time interval of 10-30 seconds (adjustable), the door shall
re-open once for 30 seconds (adjustable so as to enable the
passengers to exit) and close.
6.10.2.4 In “With Attendant” operation, the car and landing doors shall
open automatically but the closing of doors will be subject to the
pressure on “Door Close” button. During the closing motion it
shall be possible to reverse quickly and open the doors by pressing
of the “Door Open” button.
6.10.2.5 The door lock shall prevent the car doors from being opened by
the door operator or by force when the car is moving or is not
stopped within the unlocking zone of a landing.
6.10.2.6 Electric interlocks shall be provided to ensure that Elevator will
not operate, if the car door is not closed and locked.
6.10.2.7 If the car door is forced open, the Elevator shall stop and the
alarm activated (even when the Elevator is out of order) until the
door is fully closed. The audiovisual alarm signal shall be sent to
the designated landing as well as to any Control Room, if provided.
6.10.3 Door Safety Devices
6.10.3.1 Electrically Operated Proximity Detection Device
(i) Electrically operated proximity detector/ infrared curtain
devices(s) shall be installed on the leading edge of the car
doors. The device(s) shall create two dimensional zone of
protection. Two dimensional detection shall be for a height of
at least 1800 mm of the door. The zone of detection shall
move forward as the doors close and the presence of a person,
if within this zone, shall activate the detector to stop the
closing movement of the doors and re-open them before
hitting the person. The device shall have provision to switch
off two dimensional detection.

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(ii) After a preset time interval (which is programmable) the doors

shall start to close again in the absence of further
interruption.
(iii) A passenger entering or leaving the car shall not cause the
doors to stop and re-open unless the door’s edge reaches a
certain predetermined proximity to the passenger.
(iv) The contractor shall consider the ambient condition before
deciding the sensitivity of the device. This device should not
be so sensitive to sunlight as would result in mal operation.
(v) If the doors are prevented from closing by the pressing of hall
and/or car buttons or a person in their path for an adjustable
pre-set time, the safety devices, except the mechanical door
safety edge, shall be rendered inoperative to cause door
reversals. The doors shall proceed to close at a reduced speed
and a buzzer located on the car shall sound before and during
the closing.
6.10.3.2 Mechanical Force Limiting Device
Mechanical Force Limiting Devices shall be provided for each car
door for preventing door closing when a passenger is entering or
leaving the car. This should act as a backup protection to 2D-
infrared curtain. For metro rail application 3-D infra red curtain
may be provided if purchaser specially mention in the tender
documents.
6.11 Controllers
6.11.1 The Elevator’s motion, travel-direction, speed, stopping, etc. shall be
controlled by a compact and reliable microprocessor-based
controller that is specifically designed for safe Elevator operation.
Up gradation of software shall be possible at the installation site
itself.
6.11.2 Controllers shall be of proven design and would ensure continuous-
operation of the Elevator over its service life.
6.11.3 The interface should be able to drive a LED based Elevator Status
Display Panel (ESDP) which is described later and that may be
planned by the railways to be housed in the station/ building
control room.
6.11.4 All high voltage (110V or above) contact points shall be protected
from accidental contact in a situation where controller doors are
open.
6.11.5 Where applicable, controller shall be separated into two distinct
halves i.e. Motor Drive side and Control side. High voltage motor
power conductors shall be routed so as to be physically segregated
from rest of the controller.

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6.11.6 Field conductor termination points shall be segregated into: high

voltage (>30V DC and >110V AC) and low voltage (< 30V DC and
<110V AC).
6.11.7 Controllers shall be designed and tested for Electromagnetic
Interference (EMI) immunity in accordance with EN 12016.
6.11.8 Elevator controllers shall be housed in IP54 protected, 1.5mm thick
powder coated cabinet with hinged door, lockable with a dedicated
key.
6.11.9 The MAP panel cover shall be of stainless steel SS 304 grade.
6.11.10 The Elevators shall be suitable to be connected to web based
monitoring software. It should be possible to monitor Elevator
status with web based application. For this purpose, the contractor
shall install web based protocols along with necessary hardware in
the Controller. Necessary executable files, if any, will be required to
be given free of cost by the supplier on a CD/ or any other storage
device.
6.11.11 Provision for sending SMS message to minimum 10 pre-specified
phone numbers for identified unusual occurrences should be
available in the controller. Provision of SIM and payment of data
charges should be borne by Elevator manufacturer/supplier till
Elevator is under warranty and beyond warranty the firm
undertaking AMC has to extend this facility. Firm should also
provide concerned Railway free of cost facility for viewing the system
performance data on the manufacturer’s web portal until the
contractual warranty period of the system. After the warranty
period, the web based monitoring facility shall be available as a part
of AMC.
6.11.12 The controller should be designed to be compatible with
IRNIYANTRAC.
6.12 VVVF Drive
6.12.1 The Elevator shall comprise of a VVVF drive (variable speed control
drive), functionally integrated with the Elevator controller to control
the driving motor. On installation, this shall ensure the Elevator’s
movement and speed control.
6.12.2 The VVVF drive shall also result in smooth acceleration/ de-
acceleration during the motor starting/ stopping for reducing/
limiting the starting current and the frictional wear and tear of the
brake liner.
6.12.3 The VVVF drive shall result in better and comfortable ride quality -
with jerk-free starts and stops.

6.13 Regenerative Drive

6.13.1 In regenerative drive, the car, counterweight and braking system
generate energy that is converted into electrical current that can be

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used elsewhere. The energy regeneration system must be linked

back to the electrical network for the electricity to be used
elsewhere.
6.13.2 The harmonic levels should be within prescribed limits even after
incorporation of the regenerative drive.
6.13.3 Regenerative braking module shall be provided if the railway
specifically asks for the same in the tender (refer item 8 of Annexure -
1).
6.14 Requirements of Control Cards
Although not a mandatory requirement for design approval, the
contractor is encouraged to make use of the guidance being
provided here for quality of control cards.
6.14.1 Electronic components used in the controller or elsewhere in the
system shall generally meet the requirements mentioned as follows
(documentary evidence in support of the same should be given):
(i) DC Link capacitors shall be rated for max temp of 85° C and
other capacitors shall be rated for max. temp of 105° C.
(ii) Resistances shall preferably be made of metal film of
adequate rating having a tolerance of not more than 10%.
(iii) Switching devices such as transistors, IGBTs, MOSFETs, etc.
shall have minimum junction temp. of 150° C.
(iv) Devices shall have adequate thermal margin at ambient
temp. of 55°C
(v) Fiber glass epoxy of grade FR 4 or superior shall be used for
PCB boards having a nominal board thickness of 1.6mm and
copper cladding thickness of 70 microns for power cards and
35 microns for control cards. Both track width and spacing
between the tracks shall be 0.5 mm nominal and in no case
shall be less than 0.3 mm. Assembled PCBs shall be given a
conformal coating for protection/resistance against
chemicals, fungus and humid weather.
6.14.2 Control cards should withstand the environmental tests (as per IEC
60068/ IS 9000) listed below. Controller working shall be checked
after the tests. The cards which will be required to undergo
environmental tests shall be decided during design stage.
a) Dry Heat Test: 50C±2C for 16 hours
b) Damp Heat Test (Steady state): 40C, 95% RH for 4
days
c) Damp Heat Test (Cyclic): 40C, 93% RH for 6 cycles
(duration of one cycle shall be 24hrs)
d) Cold Test: 0C for 16 hours
e) Change of temperature Test: -10C to 50C for 3 cycles
(rate of change in temperature shall be 3C per minute)

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6.14.3 Control cards should withstand the vibration tests as per IS

9001/IEC 60068
6.15 Car Operating Panel
6.15.1 Car operating panels (COP) and car call buttons shall be
ergonomically designed and of robust construction and shall be got
approved at the design stage. The car operating panel shall be
integrated and flush mounted, on one of the side panels. All buttons
on the panel shall be of robust design and construction and flush
with the panel. All buttons shall be vandal resistant as per EN 81-
71 with designations and Braille marked on it.
6.15.2 The face plate of Car operating panel shall be made of stainless steel
grade 304. Each car operating panel shall contain, but not limited
to the following:
(i) Flush Mounted COP on the side Panel.
(ii) An alarm button in yellow color with bell shaped symbol, when
pressed, shall activate the alarm hooters provided at the
designated floor and register the alarm condition through the
Elevator Status Display Panel at Station Control Room (SCR), if
ESDP is provided.
(iii) An Orange / red “Car Overload” indication with announcement
in English and Hindi or only in English, as decided by the
railway, shall be provided.
(iv) Two vertical rows (where appropriate) of car call buttons for
floor designations bearing numerals/ alphabets with integrated
Braille code for visually impaired. For 2 stop Elevators, the
button marking should be up or down arrow.
(v) A “Door-Open” button which, when pressed, shall cause the
closing door to reopen or when continuously pressed shall keep
the door open.
(vi) A “Door-Close” button which, when pressed, shall cause the
door to close to shorten the door open time.
(vii) An intercom button (self illuminating feedback type), when
pressed, shall allow direct communication with the personnel
in the Station Control Room (SCR), and main control cubicle.
(viii) A capacity plate engraved / etched onto the car operating panel
shall indicate the rated load in kilograms and the maximum
number of passengers to be carried. The size and design of the
lettering shall be submitted at design approval stage.
(ix) An “ON/OFF” switch whereby the ventilation fan can be
switched on and off.
(x) Each button shall be of micro-push (of less than 2 mm stroke)
suitable for heavy duty and vandal proof type. The response
light shall be either orange or red when illuminated.
6.15.3 A key operated switch shall be provided on the car operating panel
at a suitable location to facilitate Elevator operation as follows:
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(i)
One or more switches whereby the following modes of operation
can be effected as desired:
(a) With Attendant
(b) Without Attendant
(c) Operation by Firemen in accordance with IS 14665 and
statutory requirements.
(ii) “UP/DOWN” buttons which shall cause a car to travel in the
desired direction. These buttons shall be operative only during
the “Attendant” operation.
6.15.4 A switch should be provided in accordance with IS 14665-1 part 2
for operation by fireman.
6.16 Car Position Indicator
6.16.1 The car position indicators shall be provided inside the car and also
on each landing in the Hall-way. These indicators shall not be part
of COP inside the car or Call buttons (in the Hall way). The location
of the indicators shall be above the door.
6.16.2 The faceplate of the car position indicator shall be made of stainless
steel grade 304. The Stainless steel plate should be minimum 2 mm
thick and its mounting arrangement should have two sunken
screws. This plate should be pilfer-proof. Floor numbers shall be
digitally displayed using minimum 5 x 7 square dot matrix LED.
There shall also be an arrow in motion vividly and dynamically
indicating car movement and direction. It shall also be capable of
displaying/ scrolling (at least 8 characters) simple message such as:
floor names e.g. ‘Concourse’/ ‘Platform’/ ‘Foot Over bridge’; ‘Out of
service’; ‘Under Maintenance’; ‘Firemen’; etc. which may be decided
based on mutual agreement between the railway and the contractor.
The surface of the display unit shall be non-glare type.
6.17 Elevator Inter-Communication System
6.17.1 The Contractor shall provide an Elevator inter-communication
between the Elevator Car, main control cubicle and SCR room
consisting of master and slave stations. The Contractor shall offer
the system from a proven vendor and provide details thereof during
design approval stage.
6.17.2 All stations shall be equipped with handsets except those slave
stations installed inside the Elevator cars, which shall be of the
hands free type.
6.17.3 The handsets/ intercoms shall be supplied from a UPS power
supply so that the intercom’s working remains unaffected in event of
failure of mains power supply.
6.17.4 A master station shall be supplied and installed in the Station
Control Room (SCR). A single intercom system shall be installed to
handle calls from all Elevators and it shall be handset type with
caller identification facility.

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6.17.5 A slave station shall be supplied and installed in the main control
cubicle and also in each Elevator car. The loudspeaker and
microphone unit of the slave station shall be concealed in the car
operating panel. The necessary cabling, conduits including from
SCR room to main control cubicle etc. shall be provided by the
Contractor (please refer item 12 of Annexure-1). Routing shall be
finalized in consultation with the railways. It should be possible to
decipher the identity of calling Elevator at the SCR room. For easy
identification, elevators should be numbered inside the car as well
as at each landing.
6.18 Certificate Holder
A framed and glazed panel made of stainless steel of minimum 2mm
thickness, suitable to display the Elevator certificate shall be
provided above the car operating panel. This shall be got approved
at design stage.
6.19 Hallway Equipment
6.19.1 Hall Call Buttons
One (1) set of hall call buttons shall be provided for each Elevator at
every floor served. The set of buttons shall be installed on the wall
adjacent to each Elevator landing. The faceplate shall be made of
stainless steel grade 304 with hairline finish. The Stainless steel
plate for mounting the indicators and landing call buttons should be
minimum 2 mm thick and its mounting arrangement should have
two Sunken Screws. This plate should be pilfer-proof. All buttons
shall be vandal resistant as per EN 81-120 with designations and
Braille marked on it. The hall call buttons shall be micro-push type
and suitable for heavy duty. The response light of the call buttons
shall be orange or red, when illuminated. When a Elevator arrives at
the hall, the illumination shall cease.
6.19.2 Hall Position Indicator
6.19.2.1 The faceplate of the car position indicator shall be made of scratch-
resistant stainless steel grade 304. The Stainless steel plate should
be minimum 2 mm thick and its mounting arrangement should
have two Sunken screws. This plate should be pilfer proof. Floor
numbers shall be digitally displayed using minimum 5x7 square
dot matrix LED. There shall also be an arrow in motion vividly and
dynamically indicating car movement and direction. It shall also be
capable of displaying/ scrolling (at least 8 characters) simple
message such as: floor names e.g. ‘Concourse’/ ‘Platform’/ ‘Foot
Over bridge’; ‘Out of service’; ‘Under Maintenance’; ‘Firemen’; etc.
which may be decided based on mutual agreement between the
railway and the contractor. The surface of the display unit shall be
non-glare type.
6.19.2.2 In case of Elevators for buildings, one set of Hall lanterns shall be
provided for each Elevator at every floor served. The set of lanterns

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shall be installed on the wall adjacent to or on top of each Elevator

landing. Prior to the car’s arrival, the hall lantern shall begin
flashing and the chime shall sound twice. This provision is not
required for elevators for transfer of passengers between FOB and
platform levels at railway stations.
6.19.3 Elevator Designation Number Sign
6.19.3.1 At each landing, Car Designation Number Signs shall be supplied
and installed next to each Elevator by the Contractor. The Job
number of Elevator (as recorded on the Elevator license) shall also
be indicated on the plate.
6.19.3.2 The Number Signs shall be made of stainless steel grade 304
hairline finishes. They shall fit into the designated space to be
coordinated with the purchaser and shall be subject to the
acceptance of the purchaser.
6.19.4 Pilfer proof Design
The Elevator equipment (i.e. Indicators, landing call plate, MCB,
etc.), if any at Ground level, should be pilfer proof.
6.20 Elevator Functions
The Elevator shall incorporate the following functions:
(i) Door Nudging Feature:
If the Elevator doors are kept open longer than the pre-
determined time, an override alarm shall sound to alert the
passenger that the doors must close so that system performance
is not adversely affected.
(ii) Next Landing:
The car shall automatically proceed to the nearest floor with a
functioning landing door if the car doors fail to open at the
designated floor.
(iii) Door Reversal Device:
When an object is caught in or interferes with the opening or
closing of the doors, the doors shall reverse direction on
detection.
(iv) Safety Door Edge:
When a passenger comes in contact with the door safety edge
when the doors are closing, the doors shall re-open.
(v) Overload Holding Stop:
When the car load exceeds the pre-determined weight, it shall set
off an overload buzzer with the announcement of overloading as
also the illumination of a visual “Overload” signal inside the car.
Further, the Elevator shall not operate and the doors shall remain
open. The load cell /strain gauge mounted on the car frame shall
be used as load weighing device. The devices to be used for
sensing the overload in the car should be most reliable and

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complete technical details thereof should be furnished during

design approval.
(vi) Electronic Door Safety:
When passengers are boarding or exiting the car as the doors are
closing, the doors shall re-open before touching the passengers.
(vii) Homing Service:
This function shall automatically home the respective Elevators to
the pre-assigned floors. After transporting passengers to the
assigned floor, the Elevator shall automatically home to its pre-
assigned floor.
(viii) Up/Down Selective Collective Automatic Operation:
The Elevator shall respond to all registered hall calls and car calls
automatically. It shall respond to all registered hall calls and car
calls in the direction of service. When no call is registered then
after a pre-set adjustable period, the Elevator car shall come to
designated floor and open the door for 30 seconds (adjustable
time) and then park the car there with closed door.
6.21 Electrical Requirements
6.21.1 Each Elevator shall be provided with a main control cubicle to
accommodate all electrical switchgear. A caution notice with the
wording “Danger-415V/240V A.C. Do Not Remove Cover Unless
Incoming Supply is Switched Off” shall be affixed to the cover/door.
6.21.2 The Elevators shall be designed to operate on a 415V ±10% AC, 3
phase, 4 wire, 240V±10% 50Hz AC single phase power supply.
Power supply up to Elevator’s main control cubicle will be provided
and terminated by the purchaser and in this regard, the contractor
shall coordinate with the railway. Main switch/MCB Box with
ELCB, etc. should be in lockable enclosure and in scope of Elevator
contractor. MCB box shall be IP-54. All ELCB’s, MCBs & Switches
should be of reputed makes. The lighting requirement shall be at
least 100 lux throughout the shaft and 200 lux near machine &
controller. Socket outlets of 15A capacity shall be provided by the
Elevator Contractor inside the shaft, at every floor.
6.21.3 Hoist-way and car top safety switches shall be rated to IP 54
(minimum). All switchgear and other auxiliary apparatus shall be
of accepted design and labelled for identification.
6.21.4 The control wiring shall be laid out neatly and clearly in cable
sleeves and all terminals and cables shall be labelled or marked for
identification.
6.21.5 All casing, covers, trucking and armouring shall be thoroughly and
efficiently earthed and adequate protection shall be provided to
prevent fuses and circuit breakers from arcing to earth or between
phases.
6.21.6 Metallic trunking and metallic conduits shall be provided for cables

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put on the walls of shaft and car top. The ends of the
trunking/conduits shall be sealed to prevent ingress.
6.21.7 Maintenance Access Panel (MAP) should preferably be located at
top floor level. All controller enclosure shall be pilfer proof and have
ingress protection rating as specified in Clause 11 of the spec.
6.21.8 The design of contactors and relay contacts shall be such that the
break and make contacts shall not be closed at the same time at
any position of the armature. The operating conditions shall be as
follows:
(a) If, one of the break contacts (i.e. normally closed) is closed, all
the make contacts are open.
(b) If, one of the make contacts (i.e. normally open) is closed, all
the break contacts are open.
6.21.9 In the control and safety circuits, the mean value of operating
voltage (in case of direct current) or the r.m.s. value (in case of
alternating current), between conductors or between conductor and
earth shall not exceed 250V.
6.21.10 In event of failure of normal electric supply, the supply to alarm
bell system, intercom system, emergency car lighting and 50%
ventilation fans shall be automatically switched to a UPS with
battery backup. The battery shall be of sealed maintenance free
type with total capacity sufficient to maintain the operation of
above equipment for at least 2 hours. The rating of UPS and
battery shall be scrutinized and finalized during design approval.
6.21.11 The insulation of all wiring including those within the controller
shall be of flame retardant, low smoke halogen free (FRLSZH) type
for underground stations only and FRLS for over ground stations
and service buildings, complying with the special cable
requirement of this Specification.
6.21.12 All field wiring shall be multi-strand copper conductor type. No
joints shall be permitted in any cables or wires in any location.
6.21.13 All wires shall be run in galvanized conduit or steel trunking. All
conduit outlets shall be bushed with insulating bushes of accepted
pattern. All wiring connections to switches shall be provided in
such a way to suit the device. All conduits shall be provided with IP
54 glands.
6.21.14 The arrangements of terminals at either end of flexible trailing
cables shall be identical and the terminal blocks marked to identify
the cables connected to them. The cable boxes and wiring for the
car light and the alarm bell shall be entirely independent of the
Elevator control wiring. Flexible trailing cables shall be securely
clamped at each end so that the weight is not supported by any
fixing of the various cores. The outer sheath of these cables shall
be of waterproof and flame retardant material. A total of 10 or 10%
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shielded cables shall be provided per Elevator. The outer sheath of

these cables shall be of flame resistant material which shall not
emit toxic fume when affected by fire i.e. Fire retardant Low Smoke
Halogen Free (FRLSZH) type cables and conductors for
underground stations and FRLS type cables and conductors for
overground stations and service buildings shall be used.
6.21.15 The compatibility of MCB and ELCB used for Elevators shall be
verified with the requirement of the Elevators. The MCB & ELCB
are in the Elevator Contractor’s scope. However, termination of
main incoming cable on the MCB/ ELCB, provided by the Elevator
Contractor, shall be the responsibility of purchaser.
6.21.16 Harmonics generation in VVVF system – OEM shall design the
VVVF system in such a manner that generation of harmonics is
minimal. OEM shall also provide suitable harmonics filters to
eliminate harmonics. Ceiling limits for “total harmonics distortion”
(THD) shall be as per IEEE 519-1992 and values mentioned in
clause 8.3 may be referred.
6.22 Provision for LED Based Elevator Status Display Panel
6.22.1 An LED based Elevator Status Display Panel (ESDP) shall be
provided by the Elevator contractor, if the purchaser has specifically
asked for the same in the tender (refer item 9 of Annexure-1).
6.22.2 Status monitoring and control points shall be provided in the ESDP
panel as per the following list:
(a) Provision of elevator fault/trip signal & button
(b) Provision of elevator car alarm signal
(c) Provision of power available and failure status
(d) Provision of elevator under maintenance signal
(e) Provision of elevator under working signal
(f) Provision of buzzer test button
(g) Provision of LED test button
(h) Provision of Alarm accept button
(i) Provision of buzzer
Design of the ESDP panel shall be scrutinized and details finalized
at design approval stage.
6.22.3 The elevator fault/trip signal shall be activated whenever there is a
fault in the elevator system, which causes a breakdown. The signal
shall be latched on for at least 10 seconds. It shall only be reset
after the fault is cleared.
6.22.4 The panel shall be made of SS 304 grade with 1.6 mm thickness
sheet. Width of the panel will vary according to the number of
Elevators on a particular station.
6.22.5 Audible Buzzer with 80 dB(A) to 85 dB(A) noise should operate
whenever the LED indications “Under Fault” or “Alarm Button

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Pressed” turn ON. The audible buzzer shall turn OFF with the
pressing of “Alarm Accept Button” but the visual indication shall
persist until the fault is cleared.
6.22.6 It may be possible from RMS to switch off the lift for parking, the
elevator shall complete the last landing or car call, if any and return
to the designated landing and stop there with both the car and
landing doors open for 15 - 20 seconds with audio announcement
that lift is going to be shut down and then door should get close.
The “Not in service” indicator shall be illuminated on the landing
indicator automatically for a pre - determined time and then
extinguished. The car light and ventilation fan shall be switched off
automatically at the same time. The essential buttons e.g. door
open, intercom and alarm bell etc. on the car operating panels shall
be remained functional and illuminated when the elevators have
been parked and locked out.
6.22.7 Upon actuation by RMS for non - parking, the elevator shall be
switched back to normal operation and both the car light and
ventilation fan shall be switched on automatically.
6.22.8 Each colour LED should be circular in shape with a diameter of
28.5 mm and text should be in black colour English Words with
Arial Font of size 20.
6.22.9 A prototype of ESDP should be installed in the Station Control Room
(SCR) at one station, before taking up mass implementation for all
stations.
6.22.10 The contractor shall provide all wiring and apparatus, suitable for
the specified electrical supply and the same shall be approved
during design stage. Insulation of all wiring, including those within
the Elevator shaft, shall be of flame retardant, low smoke, halogen
free (FRLSZH) type for underground stations only and FRLS for
overground stations and service buildings, complying with the
special cable requirement of this Specification. The purchaser shall
furnish the approximate cabling distance from Elevator to SCR
(please refer item 12 of Annexure-1).
6.22.11 Elevator contractor will provide communication port at ITB, at
machine room and at SCR. The control wiring from machine room to
SCR shall be done by railway contractor. The elevator contractor will
facilitate the connection at ITBs.
6.23 Special Emergency Operations for Elevators
The Elevator operation system shall be designed to provide the
following emergency operations. The Elevator Contractor shall
provide the Interface terminal boards (ITBs) with terminals for
terminating the fire and power failure signals to be provided by the
railways. The Elevator Contractor shall provide the cabling up to the
ITB.
6.23.1 Emergency Operation of Elevators in the Event of Power

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Failure:
In event of power failure or power interruption or single phasing (or
any problem in the power supply system which affects the normal
operation of the Elevators), the Automatic Rescue Device (ARD) shall
act and complete its operation. After power supply) resumes elevator
should automatically return to its normal mode operation. .
6.23.2 Emergency Operation of Elevators in the Event of Fire
In the event of fire when any fire detection device is activated, all
Elevators shall automatically be brought to the designated floor (to
be designated during design approval stage) and be parked there
with the doors open for 15-20 seconds and thereafter the doors
would close. All Elevators shall be automatically rendered
inoperative after they have been brought to the designated floor. The
essential buttons such as “Door Open”, intercom and alarm bell,
etc. on the car operating panels shall remain functional and
illuminated. Normal operation of the Elevators shall be manually
reset by the operation of a reset key switch.
6.23.3 Emergency Operation of Elevators in the Event of Power
Failure and Fire
In the event of power failure and fire, the operation of the Elevators
shall be in accordance with the “Emergency Operation of Elevators
in the Event of fire” and in such event, DG set power supply/ other
alternate source (if any) shall be fed to the elevator. If such a power
supply is non-existent or non-functional, then the Automatic
Rescue Device shall act and rescue the passengers inside the
elevator.
6.23.4 Automatic Rescue Device
6.23.4.1 Features
a. A battery back-up based device shall be provided to bring the
Elevators to one of the nearest landings in the event of power
failure. The rescue device shall be able to move the Elevators
with any load from no load to full load at reduced speed to one
of the nearest landings and shall open the doors upon reaching
the landing. Thereafter, the Elevator doors shall remain closed
until resumption of power supply, at which point the Elevators
shall automatically reset to normal.
b. The direction of travel shall depend upon the load in the
Elevator.
c. During this operation, all safety features of the Elevator shall
remain operational. In case of Power failure (including single
phasing / unbalanced phase) elevator should operate with the
Automatic Rescue Device (ARD) and Electronic Rescue Tool
(ERT) mode immediately. The software for providing this feature
is subject to the Employer’s acceptance.

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d. The landing accuracy in rescue mode shall be as stipulated in

Cl. 10.4.
e. The capacity of the battery when fully charged shall be capable
of operating the Elevator at rated load for a minimum of 3
rescue trips without further charging. To ensure this, the same
battery should be capable to perform the test for 6 trips without
intermediate charging at the time of commissioning. The battery
shall be housed in a cabinet/ rack with a corrosion proof finish.
For low battery identification, a buzzer shall be provided.
f. The device shall immediately stop the Elevator and prevent
further movement, if there is a short circuit or open circuit in
the inverter output.
g. The contractor shall submit the calculations in respect of
battery rating during design approval stage.
6.23.4.2 The device shall not modify the Elevator design and all its original
safety features. The device shall be an additional accessory to the
Elevator and shall not in any way affect the performance of the
Elevator.
6.23.4.3 The charger for ARD’s UPS shall be adequately sized to charge its
batteries. Maintenance free batteries conforming to the relevant
Indian or international standard shall be provided. There shall be
no tripping of UPS during the working of Rescue Device. The
design of UPS and its charger shall be scrutinized and finalized
during design approval stage.
6.24 Elevator Monitoring and Fault diagnostic system
6.24.1 An Elevator monitoring and fault diagnostic system shall be provided
for each Elevator by the Elevator Contractor. This system shall
provide an auxiliary output port on the controller for plugging the
laptop and downloading historical data. For downloading of such
data, suitable interface output ports shall be provided. Suitable
software shall be provided for downloading of data; such data shall
be analyzed and presented by railways through MS Office, a software
commonly available on office PCs.
6.24.2 The microprocessor based diagnostic system shall have self-checking
feature and provision for indicating/ displaying common Faults (that
may occur during the Elevator’s operation) by a fault-code or fault’s
brief description on an on-board and easily-visible LED/ LCD based
display-unit. This would enable the maintenance personnel to
pinpoint specific fault(s) and rectify them quite-quickly, thus
ensuring minimum downtime of the Elevator. The diagnostic system
shall store the last 100 faults with date and time stamp. The type
and number of faults stored is subject to approval at design stage.
6.24.3 Facility for interfacing through suitable ports, viz RS-232/ RS-485/
USB/ Ethernet, etc. shall be provided.
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working area.
6.25 Pit Facilities
6.25.1 Buffers shall be provided in the Elevator pit.
6.25.2 A safety switch to prevent the car from moving when the governor
rope tension weight is out of position, shall be provided.
6.25.3 Fixed cat ladders shall be provided between the bottom landing and
the pit floor by the Contractor.
6.25.4 Two stop switches, one at bottom landing level in the shaft and the
other in the pit shall be provided, which when in the “STOP”
position shall prevent any movement of the Elevator car including
movement during inspection/ test operation, until both the switches
are set to “RUN” position. Further details in respect of the switches
are as follows:
(i) The switch shall have a mushroom head (red). It shall be locked
off when pushed and reset manually.
(ii) First stop switch shall be accessible from the lower landing on
opening of the landing door and the second switch from the pit
floor.
(iii) A stainless steel faceplate of not less than 2mm in thickness,
indelibly marked “Pit Stop Switch” in both English, Hindi and
local vernacular language characters and with legends to show
the “STOP” and “RUN” positions shall be provided and fixed
immediately adjacent to the switch.
(iv) The knob of these switches or plate shall have fluorescent glow.
6.25.5 The Contractor shall liaise with the railway to ensure that the latter
(railway) makes a provision for proper drainage and pumping from
the Elevator pit as per clause no. 2.9.2. For elevator pits on railway
platforms, this may call for provision of pump, etc. by the railway. In
case of buildings or other applications, the need for such drainage
will be assessed by the contractor and railway; based on such
assessment, railway shall make the necessary provisions.
6.26 Corrosion Protection
The Contractor shall take into consideration, the corrosive effect of
the atmosphere in the Elevator design.
6.26.1 All steel components (5mm thick & above) shall be hot dipped
galvanized in accordance with BS EN ISO 1461, with minimum
thickness of 85 μm.
6.26.2 All parts constructed in sheet steel (less than 5mm) shall be either
galvanized by the hot dipped process or fabricated from hot dipped
galvanized sheet steel or spray galvanized and epoxy painted.
6.26.3 All mechanical and cast iron assemblies shall be cleaned and
painted. The running surfaces of car guides shall be treated with an
accepted rust preventive compound.

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6.26.4 In general, hardware, fastenings, screws and shims shall be hot-

dipped galvanized. However, visible screws and fastenings shall
generally be of stainless steel. Epoxy painting/spray galvanised
paint will be permitted only for onsite damage repairs.
6.26.5 Wherever corrosion protection on ferrous components has been
damaged in handling, it shall be rectified by a top coat of epoxy
paint or spray galvanised paint.
6.26.6 The contractor shall provide all parts, hardware fastenings, screws,
components, assemblies and shims conforming to latest Indian
Standards.
6.27 Provision for the Differently Abled
All Elevators shall be provided with following features:
(a) Elevator control buttons at locations and height specified in IS
15330.
(b) Hall-call buttons at locations and height specified in IS 15330.
(c) Hand rails shall be provided on the side walls of the Elevator at
height & locations specified in IS:15330. An international symbol
of access for the differently abled shall be permanently and
conspicuously displayed at each and every Elevator landing next
to the Elevator entrance. Braille notations indicating the floor
levels shall be integrated in each button at the handicap COP and
handicap hall call buttons.
(d) A digital voice system for announcing the car position,
opening/closing of doors, direction of travel and messages shall be
provided as per IS:15330.
(e) A laminated framed toughened glass safety mirror shall be installed
on rear panel of elevators above the handrail. To facilitate easy
reversal/ exit of person on wheel chair from the elevator without the
need of rotating the wheel chair in the elevator
6.28 Accessories
Each Elevator shall be provided with the following accessories:
(a)
Two sets each of all necessary keys for the landing door,
operating panel, etc.
(b) One 500V insulation resistance testing meggar
(c) One multimeter having facility to measure: AC and DC
currents and voltages, power factor and resistance
(d) Galvanisation thickness meter
(e) Device for checking the speed of elevator
(f) Noise measuring instrument
6.29 Earthing Arrangement
All of the elevator’s equipments, structures and other metallic parts
shall be effectively grounded by the contractor to the incoming
earthing conductor to be provided by railways. The earthing

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arrangements will be as per the standard practice conforming to IS-

14665 and IS: 3043.
6.30 Special Cable Requirements
6.30.1 All cables and wiring for overground stations and service buildings
shall be fire retardant. For cables to be used in underground
stations, the additional requirement is that they shall be made from
low smoke and halogen free materials. No bare Conductor shall be
used in any Elevator as it may cause electrocution danger to the
personnel. All cables except those within the enclosed controller and
travelling cables shall comply the following requirements:
(i) Power and control cables shall be rated for 1100V and 600V
grade respectively.
(ii) The conductor shall be of stranded conductor composed of plain
annealed copper wire complying with IEC 228, Class 2.
(iii) The insulation shall consist of an extruded layer of cross-linked
polyethylene complying with IEC 502.
(iv) Fire retardant, low smoke, halogen free materials shall meet the
following requirements:
(a) The value of smoke generated shall meet the requirements
of the relevant clauses of BS 7846, when a sample of the
complete cable is tested in accordance with IEC 61034-1
and 2 (3 m Cube Test). The light transmission values shall
be minimum of 60%.
(b) The maximum specific optical density shall be 170 under
the non-polluted condition as per ASTM E662.
(c) IEC 332 Parts 1 and 3, Category B, tests on single and
bunched cables under fire conditions.
(d) Limiting Oxygen Index of at least 30, to ASTM D 2863.
(e) A temperature index (TI) of 260°C to ASTM D 2863.
(f) All insulation is to be moisture and heat resistant, with
temperature ratings appropriate to the application
conditions, and in no case lower than 90°C.
(g) When a sample of the cable is subjected to a combustion
test for the determination of the amount of halogen acid
gases (other than hydrofluoric acid) as set out in IEC 754 -
Part 1, the halogen acid evolved shall not exceed a
maximum of 0.5%.
Fire retardant materials shall meet the requirements of item (c), (d),
(e) and (f) only. The amount of halogen acid gases evolved as per IEC
754 – Part 1 shall not exceed 20% for these cables.
6.30.2 The above requirements shall be met without compromising the
mechanical and electrical properties of cables both during and after
installation to meet the other requirements of this Specification.
6.30.3 Though not mandatory, manufacturers are encouraged to provide
anti-termite and pest-resistant cables. In future, RDSO may
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6.30.4 Travelling cables shall comply IEC 60227 Part-6.
6.30.5 The control cables within enclosed cabinet may be with PVC
insulation.
6.31 Noise Generation
6.31.1 The whole of the Elevator assembly, including the opening and
closing of the car and landing doors shall be quiet in operation and
shall be free of rattling or squeaking noises. Elevator door operation
shall be smooth to avoid the transmission of impact noise to the
surrounding structure.
6.31.2 Noise levels resulting from the operation of the Elevator, including
direct sound transmission, breakout noise and re-radiation of
structure borne noise shall not exceed 55dB(A) (fast response) at
1.5m from the Elevator shaft and 1.5m above the floor.
6.31.3 Machinery noise level under normal operating conditions shall not
exceed 70 dB(A) at 1m from the equipment in free field.
6.31.4 The total noise level in a moving Elevator car shall not exceed 55dB
at 1 m away from the fan with ventilation fan in operation.
6.32 Riding Comfort
Apart from noise (whose permissible value is mentioned in clause
6.31), lateral quaking, acceleration, jerk and vertical vibration are
the other parameters based on which ‘Ride Comfort’ and its quality
is measured. These parameters are defined below (definition as per
ISO 18 738):
i. Lateral Quaking: A sideways acceleration/ deceleration
measured in gal.
ii. Acceleration/deceleration: A rate of acceleration/
deceleration measured on the z-axis velocity and expressed
in metres per second squared (m/s2).
iii. Jerk: The rate of change of z-axis acceleration/ deceleration,
attribute to lift motion control and expressed in metres per
second cubed (m/sec3).
The contractor by performing suitable tests as per ISO 18738 shall
ensure that following permissible values of above parameters shall be
achieved for satisfactory ride comfort quality:
Parameter Unit Permissible Value
Acceleration / De-acceleration m/sec² : 0.5
(adjustable)
Maximum Jerk m/s3 : 2.0
Maximum Vertical Vibration Gal : 20 (Pk to Pk)
(1 to 100 Hz)

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Maximum Lateral Quaking Gal : 12 (Pk to Pk)

(1 to 12 Hz)

7. INTERFACES
7.1 The Contractor is required to interface with railway or civil contractor
appointed by railway in respect of the Elevator shaft requirement. The
Contractor shall co-ordinate with the railway or civil contractor
appointed by railway, to finalize all the details.
7.2 The Contractor shall co-ordinate with the railways and/ or railway
appointed civil contractor with regard to the following specific issues:
(a) space requirements, including tolerances to be complied by civil
engineering works.
(b) fixing requirements
(c) loads induced on the building, by the elevator
(d) interface with architectural finishes
(e) location for power supply termination point
(f) information on embedded parts, box-outs, etc. so as to enable
railway’s civil contractors to provide the necessary works.
(g) hanging pits (if any), including the shaft dimensions
(h) equipment access route
(i) scaffolding, lifting, etc. to be carried out by the elevator contractor
(only to the extent required for elevator installation)
(j) ventilation requirement
(k) integration with railway’s fire protection system (if any)
(l) provision of drainage with suitable pump and sump at the pit
8. ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPABILITY REQUIREMENT (EMC)
8.1 General
The contractor shall take adequate measures to reduce conducted,
induced, and radiated emissions, especially the levels of harmonics, to
acceptable values as specified by the relevant international standards
or by the concerned statutory authority.
8.2 Inter-System EMC
The Contractor shall ensure that all equipment supplied shall have
minimum Radio Frequency Interference introduced onto the main
network and comply with the Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
requirements of the following standards: BS EN 61000-6-1, BS EN
61000-6-3, BS EN 12015 and BS EN 12016.
8.3 Harmonic distortion
The total harmonic distortion (THD) caused by the Elevator equipment
to the supply mains at the power supply input terminals of the
Elevator shall not exceed the following values when the Elevator is
travelling up at full load and rated speed:
Rated load Current (IL) THD (%)
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200A ≤ IL < 400A <12.0

20A ≤ IL < 200A <15.0
IL < 20A <20.0
8.4 Installation and Mitigation Guidelines
8.4.1 IEC1000-5 series of guidelines must be observed wherever applicable.
8.4.2 An earthing system should be designed to assure personnel safety and
protection of installations against damage. It should also serve as a
common voltage reference and contribute to the mitigation of
disturbances
8.4.3 Bonding of all exposed metallic parts of all equipment and connecting
them to the earthing network is a way for meeting safety requirements
and minimize noise voltages due to potential differences. Necessary
arrangements to ensure proper bonding shall be ensured by the
contractor.
9. SOFTWARE SUPPORT
9.1 The Contractor shall submit their software support plan during design
approval stage.
9.2 All changes, bug fixes, updates, modifications, amendments and new
versions shall not result in any non-conformance with this
specification.
9.3 The Contractor shall submit all new versions to the railways for review
at least 2 weeks prior to their installation.
9.4 The new versions of software shall not degrade the operation of the
system.
10. SAFETY DEVICES/FEATURES
Safety gear should comply with the provisions mentioned in EN 81-
120.
In addition to the elevator safety devices/ features mentioned
elsewhere in this spec., the following shall also be provided.

10.1 Anti-man-trap Features

The Elevator shall have the following software features to avoid Man-
trap situation:
(a) The doors shall open and close once after power up. This feature
shall allow the passenger inside the car to exit by opening the
door once after every power up.
(b) The doors shall open and close once after completion of
correction drive. When there is power failure during the running
of the Elevator and the power resumes immediately (before
rescue operation) the controller shall drive the car to the next
landing and open the door.
(c) The doors shall open and close once after completion of sync.
drive. When the system memory is lost on the position and when
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the power up is initiated the controller shall drive the car to

bottom terminal landing and open the door.
(d) The doors shall open and close if the Elevator is idle for 30
seconds. This feature shall allow the passenger to exit if he is not
making a car call or the car operating buttons do not function.
(e) The Elevator doors shall open automatically if the Elevator is at a
floor level and the safety chain is broken. This feature shall allow
the passenger inside the car to exit safely.
10.2 Water sensors shall be provided in the Elevator pits. The requirement
of water sump in the Elevator pits shall be co-ordinated with the
railway.
10.3 An inspection control panel shall be fitted on the top of the Elevator
car for maintenance purpose. The design of the inspection control
panel shall comply with the following requirements and prevent the
Elevator car from being operated accidentally:
(a) It shall not be possible to control the Elevator car from any other
position after the NORMAL/TEST change-over switch has been set
to the TEST position. When in the TEST position, the UP and
DOWN continuous pressure push buttons within this panel shall
become operative.
(b) An ON/OFF switch shall be provided which shall render the
Elevator inoperative in any mode, when the switch is kept in the
“OFF” position.
(c) The Elevator car shall only move when all safety devices are in the
safe position.
(d) The Elevator car shall move in either direction only on continuous
pressure of the appropriate direction button at a car speed not
exceeding 0.25m/s.
(e) The control panel shall incorporate an adequately protected
permanently located light fixture with a separate switch and a min.
5A switch socket outlet.
(f) A door operator ON/OFF switch shall be provided. The door
operator shall only be operative when the switch is at the “ON”
position.
(g) A terminal stop limit switch shall be provided to stop the car from
traveling in an upward direction. When this switch is activated, it
shall not stop the car from operating in the down direction.
(h) All switches and buttons on the inspection control station shall be
clearly engraved / marked with their functions. All buttons and
switches shall be shrouded against accidental operation, with the
exception of the emergency stop button.
10.4 The Elevator shall be provided with a floor-levelling device, which shall
automatically bring the Elevator car to stop within ±5 mm of the level
of the floor for which a stop has been initiated regardless of the load or
direction of travel. In case of Emergency Rescue mode, the car should

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stop within ± 10mm of the level of floor.

10.5 An automatic re-leveling device shall be provided which returns the
Elevator to the floor automatically should the Elevator creep down or
move up from floor level due to rope/belt stretch for any distance more
than 15 mm. This device shall be operative at all floors served,
whether the landing and car doors are opened or closed.
10.6 Each Elevator car shall be provided with Progressive type safety gear
mounted on the lower member of the car frame structure. This safety
gear shall be capable of operating only in the downward direction and
capable of stopping the car with full load at the tripping speed of the
over speed governor, by gripping the guides and holding the car
stationary. The motor circuit shall be opened by a switch on the safety
gear before, or at the same time the safety gear is applied. It shall be
possible to release the safety gear by raising the Elevator car without
the use of any special tools.
10.7 A mechanical device and electrical device shall be provided to prevent
the car movement resulting from maintenance/ inspection that can be
dangerous to persons carrying out maintenance/ inspection works
from inside the car or car roof.
10.8 A phase protection device and 3 phase as well as single phase earth
leakage protection device shall be provided in the main control cubicle
of each Elevator to prevent the Elevator car from moving in the event
that there is a phase failure, or the phase of the power supply being
reversed due to any reason whatsoever. These devices, when activated,
shall cause a visual indicator to illuminate on the main control
cubicle, until the fault has been rectified.
10.9 As in the case of Power failure (including single phasing / unbalanced
phase) Elevator should operate in the Emergency Rescue mode.
10.10 Each Elevator shall be provided with overload device as mentioned in
Cl. 6.20(v).
10.11 An over speed governor shall be provided as per Cl. 6.7. In case of
hanging pits, it shall be governed as per Cl. 6.7.7.
10.12 Two stop switches shall be provided as per Cl. 6.25.4 to prevent any
movement of the Elevator car during inspection/test operation.
10.13 A safety switch to prevent the car from moving when the governor rope
tension weight is out of position shall be provided.
10.14 Terminal and Limit switches shall be provided as per IS 14665 (Part
3/ Sec 1).

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11. PERFORMANCE /TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

The requirements for the Elevators have been summarized in the Table given below:
For 13 Persons For 20 Persons For 26 Persons
Sl. No. ITEM DESCRIPTION
DESIGN CRITERIA &
A
PERFORMANCE
1. Rated Load, As per IS 14665-1 884 kg 1360 Kg 1764 kg

2. Rated Speed (see Cl. 5.7) Refer cl. no. 5.7 1.0 m/s; 1.0 m/s; 1.0 m/s;
1.5 m/s 1.5 m/s 1.5 m/s

3. Standard Car Size As per IS 14665-1 As per IS 14665-1 As per IS 14665-1 As per IS 14665-1
(Width x Depth) (Metro Railway (Metro Railway may (Metro Railway may
(please refer item 5 of may adopt size as adopt size as per IS adopt size as per IS
Annexure-1 and cl. no. 5.8) per IS 14665-1 or 14665-1 or higher 14665-1 or higher as
higher as per as per requirement) per requirement)
requirement)
4. Car Height 2400 mm 2400 mm 2400 mm 2400 mm

5. Max. Motor Starts/hour 180 180 180 180

6. Levelling Accuracy (Typical) ± 5 mm for normal ± 5 mm for normal ± 5 mm for ± 5 mm for normal
operation; operation; normal operation; operation;
± 10mm for ± 10mm for ± 10mm for ± 10mm for emergency
emergency rescue emergency rescue emergency rescue rescue mode
mode mode mode
7. Re-levelling Accuracy ± 15 mm ± 15 mm ± 15 mm ± 15 mm
(Typical)
8. Max. Sill Load (Car and 400 kg Aluminum/Stainle Aluminium/Stainle Aluminium/Stainless
Landing) ss steel with slots ss steel with slots steel with slots
Door sill load withstanding
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capacity
9. Motor Insulation Class F F F F

10. Designed Number of 1000,000 1000,000 10,00,000 10,00,000

Operations/Year
11. Designed Lifetime of 20 Years @ 10,00,000 20 Years @ 20 Years 20 Years @ 10,00,000
Hoisting Function starts per year 10,00,000 starts @10,00,000starts starts per year
per year per year
12. Designed Lifetime of 8 years @ 10,00,000 8 years @ 8 years @ 8 years @ 10,00,000
Ropes/Belts (Min.) starts/year 10,00,000 10,00,000 starts/year
starts/year starts/year
13. Safety Factor of Suspension As per IS 14665 12 12 12
Ropes/ belts (Min.)
14. All Operating Push Buttons As per EN 81-20 As per EN 81-1 As per EN 81-1 As per EN 81-1

B RIDE COMFORT

15. Acceleration/ Deceleration 0.5 m/s2 0.5 m/s2 0.5 m/s2 0.5 m/s2
Rate (Adjustable)
16. Max. Jerk 2 m/s3 2 m/s3 2 m/s3 2 m/s3

17. Max. Vertical Vibration In 20 Gal Pk - Pk 20 Gal Pk - Pk (1 - 20 Gal Pk -Pk (1 - 20 Gal Pk -Pk (1 -100
Car (1 -100 Hz ) 100 Hz ) 100 Hz ) Hz )

18. Max. Lateral Quaking 12 Gal Pk-Pk 12 Gal Pk-Pk 12 Gal Pk-Pk 12 Gal Pk-Pk

19. Noise In Car (with Fan in Max 55 dB(A) Max 55 dB(A) Max 55 dB (A) Max 55 dB (A)
operation)
C SHAFT EQUIPMENTS

20. Tentative size and weight of To be designed as per Should be design Should be design Should be design for life

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Car Guide Rails IS 14665 for life of 20 years for life of 20 years of 20 years

21. Tentative size and weight of To be designed as per Should be design Should be design Should be design for life
Counterweight Guide Rails IS 14665 for life of 20 years for life of 20 years of 20 years

22. Car Buffer (6.6.2) Spring Spring spring spring

23. Counterweight Buffer Spring spring spring spring

24. Car Sling Refer cl. no. 6.9.2 Fabricated from Fabricated from Fabricated from Sheet
Sheet steel. Cold sheet steel. Cold steel. Cold Rolled Steel
Rolled Steel up to Rolled steel up to upto 4mm and Hot
4mm and Hot 4mm and Hot
Rolled Sheets above 4
Rolled Sheets Rolled sheet above
above 4 mm thick 4 mm thick mm thick

25. Counterweight frame Fabricated from Sheet Fabricated from Fabricated from Fabricated from Sheet
steel. Cold Rolled Sheet steel. Cold sheet steel Cold steel. Cold Rolled Steel
Steel up to 4mm and Rolled Steel up to Rolled steel up to upto 4mm and Hot
Hot Rolled Sheets 4mm and Hot 4mm and Hot
Rolled Sheets above 4
above 4 mm thick Rolled Sheets Rolled sheet above
above 4 mm thick 4 mm thick mm thick

26. Over speed Governor with Centrifugally Centrifugally Centrifugally Centrifugally operated
test groove -Type operated operated operated
27. Car Safety Gear Progressive type Progressive type Progressive type Progressive type

28. Counterweight Safety Gear Progressive type Progressive type Progressive type Progressive type where
where ever applicable where ever where ever ever applicable (floating
(floating pit situation) applicable (floating applicable (floating pit situation)
pit situation) pit situation)
29. Over Speed Governor Required Required Required Required
tension weight switch
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30. Water Sensor in Pit Required Required Required Required

31. Elevator shaft width and + 75 mm + 75 mm +75 mm +75 mm
depth tolerance - 0 mm - 0 mm - 0 mm - 0 mm
32. Verticality Tolerance/ 50 mm 50 mm 50 mm 50 mm
plumbness of Elevator
Shaft
D CARS

33. Guide shoes Sliding with Sliding with Sliding with Sliding with replaceable
replaceable liners replaceable liners replaceable liners liners

34. Car panel thickness Minimum 1.5mm Minimum 1.5mm 1.5mm thick 1.5mm thick
thick thick
35. Car Fan Refer cl. no. 6.9.6 Suitable Suitable ventilation Suitable ventilation
ventilation arrangement should arrangement should be
arrangement be made as per IS made as per IS 14665-
should be made as 14665-1
1
per IS 14665-1
36. Car Junction box Protection Refer cl. no. 6.9.5 IP 54 IP 54 IP 54

37. Car Handrail Refer cl. no. 6.9.3 On back On back On back side/lateral
side/lateral side of side/lateral side of side of car
car car
38. Buffer Rail On the rear side of On the rear side of On the rear side of On the rear side of car
car car car
39. Mirror (cl. 6.27- e) Required Required Required Required

E DOORS

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40. Car Doors; clear opening Refer cl. no. 5.8 Centre opening Centre opening Centre Opening power
width and height of both the power doors as per power doors as per doors as per IS 14665-
car and landing entrance IS 14665-1. IS 14665-1. 1.
(Metro Railway
may adopt car door
of size 1000 mm
Wide)
41. Landing Doors Locking Both door panels Both door panels Both door panels Both door panels
mechanically locked mechanically mechanically locked mechanically locked
individually locked individually individually individually
42. Protection class for Car and IP20 IP20 IP20 IP20
Landing doors locking
device
43. Steel Door thickness Minimum 1.5 mm Minimum 1.5 mm Minimum 1.5 mm Minimum 1.5 mm
Stainless Steel sheet Stainless Steel Stainless Steel Stainless Steel sheet
sheet sheet
44. Fire rating of landing door As per IS 14665 As per IS 14665-1 As per IS 14665-1 As per IS 14665-1
45. Car door lock Electrical lock Electrical lock Electrical lock Electrical lock Required
Required Required Required
46. Door Safety Devices Refer cl. no. 6.10.3 2D Infrared 2D Infrared Curtain 2D Infrared Curtain of
Curtain of light & of light & light & Mechanical
For metro rail Mechanical Force Force Limiting Device.
application 3-D Limiting Device.
infra red curtain
may be provided if
purchaser specially
mention in the
tender documents.
F Machine

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47. Machine Refer cl. no. 6.1 AC Permanent AC Permanent AC Permanent Magnet
Magnet Magnet Synchronous Axial type
Synchronous Axial Synchronous Axial Motor
type Motor type Motor
48. Motor-Insulation Class / Refer cl. no. 6.1 Class F / IP21 Class F / IP21 Class F / IP21
Type of Enclosure

G ELEVATOR MAJOR
COMPONENTS FINISH
49. Car panel Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel Scratch
Scratch Resistant Scratch Resistant Scratch Resistant Resistant
50. Car entrance panel Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel Scratch
Scratch Resistant Scratch Resistant Scratch Resistant Resistant
51. Car operating panel Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel Scratch
Scratch Resistant Scratch Resistant Scratch Resistant Resistant
52. Car ceiling Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel Scratch
Scratch Resistant Scratch Resistant Scratch Resistant Resistant
53. Handrail Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel Hairline
Hairline Finish Hairline Finish Hairline Finish Finish
54. Car flooring Min 6 mm thick Min 6 mm thick Min 6 mm thick Min 6 mm thick
Aluminium Aluminium Aluminium Aluminium chequered
chequered plate chequered plate chequered plate plate
55. Landing entrance frame Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel Scratch
Scratch Resistant Scratch Resistant Scratch Resistant Resistant
56. Doors-Car & Landing Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel Scratch
Scratch Resistant Scratch Resistant Scratch Resistant Resistant

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57. Guide Bracket Assembly Refer cl. no. 6.5 Should be Should be designed Should be designed for
designed for 20 for 20 years life 20 years life
years life
58. Car/ Counterweight guide Refer cl. no 6.5 Machined surfaces Machined surfaces Machined surfaces -
rail -Rust protective -Rust protective Rust protective Film;
Film; Other Film; Other Other Surfaces Epoxy
Surfaces Epoxy Surfaces Epoxy
painted.
painted. painted.
59. Counterweight Guard Refer cl. no. 6.3 GI / Spray GI/ Spray GI / Spray Galvanised
Galvanised With Galvanised with with Epoxy Painted
with Epoxy Painted Epoxy Painted
60. Counter weight frame Refer cl. no. 6.3 Hot dip Galvanised Hot dip Galvanised Hot dip Galvanised /
/ Spray Galvanised / Spray Galvanised Spray Galvanised with
with Epoxy Painted with Epoxy Painted Epoxy Painted
61. Filler Weight Refer cl. no. 6.3 Epoxy Painted. Epoxy Painted. Epoxy Painted.

62. Sling Hot dip Galvanised / Hot dip Galvanised Hot dip Galvanised Hot dip Galvanised
Spray Galvanised & /Spray Galvanised /Spray Galvanised /Spray Galvanised &
epoxy painted & epoxy painted & epoxy painted epoxy painted

63. Floor Assembly Spray Galvanised & Spray Galvanised Spray Galvanised & Spray Galvanised &
epoxy painted & epoxy painted epoxy painted epoxy painted
64. Roof Assembly Spray Galvanised & Spray Galvanised Spray Galvanised & Spray Galvanised &
epoxy painted & epoxy painted epoxy painted epoxy painted
H ELECTRICAL BUILDING
INTERFACE
65. Main Supply Voltage 400 Volt ± 10 %, 3- 415 VAC, 3 -phase 415 VAC, 3 -phase 415 VAC, 3 -phase
phase ±10% ±10% ±10%
66. Frequency 50 Hz ± 3% 50 Hz ± 3% 50 Hz ± 3% 50 Hz ± 3%

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67. Main Fuses As per design 3x20 Amp 3 x 20 Amp. 3x20 Amp
requirement
68. Main Switch Rating As per design 32 Amp 32 Amp. 32 Amp
requirement
69. Main Switch Position Recommended on Recommended on Recommended on Recommended on Top
(External) Top most landing Top most landing Top most landing most landing

70. Shaft Lighting Refer cl. no. 6.21 Required as per IS Required as per IS Required as per IS
14665-1 14665-1 14665-1

71. ESDP (Elevator Status Refer cl. no. 6.22 LED based LED based Elevator LED based Elevator
Display Panel) (Optional Elevator Monitoring system Monitoring system with
item) Monitoring system with information of information of the
with information of the Elevators for
Elevators for their
the Elevators for their condition and
their condition and fault information condition and fault
fault information information
72. Signalization Voltage 12 to 30 VDC 12 to 30 VDC 12 to 30 VDC 12 to 30 VDC

I CIVIL BUILDING
INTERFACE
73. Head Room (Minimum) Refer cl. no. 5.8 For speeds upto 1 For speeds upto 1 For speeds upto 1 m/s:
m/s: 4250 mm; m/s: 4500mm; 4600mm;
For speeds above 1 For speeds above 1 For speeds above 1
m/s: As per IS m/s: As per IS
m/s: As per IS 14665
14665 (Part 1) 14665 (Part 1)
(Part 1)
74. Pit (Minimum) As per IS 14665 1600 mm 1800 mm 1850 mm

75. Shaft Size for Elevators with Refer cl. no. 5.8 2500 mm W X 2600 mm W X 2300 2950 mm W X 2350 mm
Counterweight safety 1900 mm D or in mm D or in D or in exceptional
exceptional cases, exceptional cases,
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as mutually agreed as mutually agreed cases, as mutually

based on car size based on car size agreed based on car size
J CONTROL SYSTEMS

76. Control Type Full Collective Full Collective Full Collective Full Collective
77. Controller Refer cl. no. 6.11 Microprocessor Microprocessor Microprocessor based
based with Serial based with Serial with Serial
Communication. Communication. Communication.
Controller in shaft Controller in shaft Controller in shaft and
and user interface and user interface user interface in landing
in landing in landing
78. Drive System Refer cl no. 6.12 VVVF Drive with VVVF Drive with VVVF Drive with
feedback control feedback control feedback control (closed
(closed loop) (closed loop) loop)

79. Power Factor 0.9 and above 0.9 and above 0.9 and above 0.9 and above

80. Auto Fan & Light Cut-Off Refer cl. no. 6.9.6 Automatically cuts Automatically cuts Automatically cuts off
off fan & light off fan & light when fan & light when there
when there is no there is no calls for is no calls for a set time
calls for a set time a set time
K CODES AND NORMS

81. Safety Codes EN81-20; IS:15785; EN81-1; IS:15785; EN81-1; IS:15785; EN81-1; IS:15785;
IS:15530 ; IS:14665, IS:15530 ; IS:15530 ; IS:15530 ; IS:14665; BS
BS EN 50126 IS:14665, BS EN IS:14665; BS EN EN 50126
50126 50126
82. Electromagnetic EN12015 (emission) EN12015 EN12015 (emission) EN12015 (emission)
Compatibility, EMC and EN12016 (emission) and and and
(immunity) EN12016 EN12016
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(immunity) (immunity) EN12016 (immunity)

83. Electrical Protection As per requirements Min. IP20 for Min. IP20 for Min. IP20 for
specified Panels/Boxes Panels/Boxes above Panels/Boxes above Top
above Top terminal Top terminal terminal Landing,
Landing, Landing,
Panels/Boxes mounted
Panels/Boxes Panels/Boxes
mounted on Car mounted on Car on Car and shaft
and shaft and shaft equipments and
equipments and equipments and Maintenance Access
Maintenance Maintenance Access Panel in Landing
Access Panel in Panel in Landing
Landing
84. Requirements For Physically As per requirements As per As per As per requirements
Challenged Use specified requirements requirements specified
specified specified
L PERIPHERAL FUNCTIONS

85. Communication System Refer cl. no. 6.17 3 station intercom 3 station intercom – 3 station intercom –
–Hands-free in Car Hands-free in Car Hands-free in Car (with
(with feed-back (with feed-back feed-back ),Handset in
),Handset in Main ),Handset in Main
Main Control Panel and
Control Panel and Control Panel and
SCR SCR SCR

86. Alarm In each landing and In each landing In each landing and In each landing and
SCR activated by and SCR activated SCR activated by SCR activated by Alarm
Alarm button in Car by Alarm button in Alarm button in Car button in Car
Car
87. Attendant Function Operated with Key Operated with Key Operated with Key Operated with Key
switch switch switch switch

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88. EAS (Elevator Refer cl. no. 6.15.2 English; or English; or English; or
announcement system) English and Hindi English and Hindi English and Hindi

89. Load Weighing Device Refer cl. no. 6.20 Audio: English; or Audio: English; or Audio: English; or
(Overload) English and Hindi; English and English and
Visual: English Hindi; Hindi;
only Visual: English only Visual: English only
90. Full Load Bypass (For By passes landing By passes landing By passes landing By passes landing calls
Elevators serving more than calls when load in car calls when load in calls when load in when load in car
2 stops) exceeds 80% of rated car exceeds 80% of car exceeds 80% of exceeds 80% of rated
load rated load rated load
load
91. Automatic Rescue Device Refer cl. no. 6.23.4 Required. When Required. When the Required. When the
the Elevator stops Elevator stops in Elevator stops in
in between due to between due to between due to power
power supply power supply
supply failure or due to
failure or due to failure or due to
single phasing, single phasing, single phasing, battery
battery operated battery operated operated device drives
device drives the device drives the the Elevator to the
Elevator to the Elevator to the landing and opens the
landing and opens landing and opens door.
the door. the door.
92. Fireman elevator Refer cl no. 6.15 Required phase 2 Required phase2 Required phase 2
functionality
93. Surge Suppressor / Power Required Required Required Required
filters/ Over Voltage (to be provided
Protection separately for Control
Circuit also)
94. Surge Suppressor / Over Required separately Required Required separately Required separately for
Voltage Protection for Control Circuit separately for for Control Circuit Control Circuit also
also Control Circuit also
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also

95. Anti Man-trap features As in Cl. 10.1 As in Cl. 10.1 As in Cl. 10.1 As in Cl. 10.1

M SIGNALISATION

96. Car Operating Panel Refer cl. no. 6.15 Including Including Including handicapped
handicapped handicapped feature with Braille
feature with Braille feature with Braille Buttons
Buttons Buttons
97. Car Indicator Refer cl. no. 6.16 Dot Matrix LED Dot Matrix LED Dot Matrix LED
Indicator / Indicator / Display Indicator / Display
Display
98. Landing Indicator Refer cl. no. 6.16 Dot Matrix LED Dot Matrix LED Dot Matrix LED
Indicator /Display Indicator / Display Indicator / Display

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12. KEY TECHNICAL INFORMATION TO BE SUPPLIED BY BIDDER,

ALONG WITH THEIR OFFER:
SN Feature RDSO Spec. Details
Clause
.1 Basic Information:

a) Rated Speed 5.7 & 11(SN2)

b) Passenger Capacity and Load 11(SN1)

c) Regenerative drive (if asked 6.13

in tender)
d) No. of Car Doors 6.10.1.1(ii)

e) Is Elevator Status Display 6.22.1

Panel being offered?
.2 Machine:

a) Main Driving Motor 6.1.1

b) Current in Amps at rated

Outputs
c) Make and type

d) Type of enclosure 6.1.1.6

e) Voltage between terminals

f) Output in KW

g) Weight

h) Speed in RPM at rated

Output
i) Class of insulation 6.1.1.6

j) Temperature rise on full 6.1.1.3

Load
.3 Brake:

a) Make

b) Type 6.1.2.1

c) Width & diameter of

brake wheel
d) Method of adjustment

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SN Feature RDSO Spec. Details

Clause
e) Provision for emergency 6.1.2.7
brake Release
.4 Car:

a) Dimension (internal) 11(SN3)

b) Weight (Approx.)

c) Rated Load 11(SN1)

d) Acceleration

e) Retardation

f) Method of suspension

g) Type of guide shoes 6.9.1

.5 Guide Rail:-

(i) For Car :-

a) Size and weight in kg per 11(SN20)

liner meter in Tee sec
b) No. of Sections

c) Spacing of intermediate
Supports
d) Method of lubrication 6.9.1.2

(ii) For Counter weight :

a. Size and weight in kg per 11(SN21)

liner meter in Tee sec
b. No. of Sections

c. Spacing of intermediate
Supports
d. Method of lubrication 6.9.1.2

.6 Control Equipments:-

(i) Control Systems :- 11(J)

a. System of control and 11 (SN78);

working DC voltage for 6.11
control
b. Type of VVVF control 11 (SN80)
Details 6.12

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SN Feature RDSO Spec. Details

Clause
(ii) Self Leveling Systems :

a. Type of car leveling 11(SN6)

Device
b. Any special features

(iii) Limit Switches :-

a. Type 10.14

b. Any special features

.7 Suspension Ropes/belts :- 6.2

a. No. of ropes/belts 6.2.1

b. Size and no. of strands in 6.2.1

each rope/belt 6.2.2
c. Factor of Safety 6.2.4

d. Method of attachment to 6.2.5

the car
e. Method of attachment to 6.2.5
the counter weight
.8 Counter weight:- 6.3

a. No. of sections

b. Weight of each section

c. Type of guide shoes 6.3.4

d. Method of load
equalization of ropes/belts
.9 Finishing: 6.9.7

a. Full particulars should be

given
.10 Protection devices, details 10
provided in the Elevator
.11 Special
. inclusions, if any

13. DESIGN CRITERIA & SUBMITTALS

13.1 Design Criteria
(a) Where similar equipment or sub-systems of a different rating are
already proven in service, then the design shall be based on such

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equipment. In case these stipulations are not fulfilled, the

Contractor shall furnish sufficient information to prove the basic
soundness and reliability of the offered sub-system. The design
shall be guided by the following criteria:
(i) Service proven design
(ii) Application of state-of-the-art Technology
(iii) Complete system design life of 20 years
(iv) In as far as possible, design life of sub-systems/
components shall be as follows:

Elevator Component Design life (years)

Safety gear rope 8
Governor 20
Anti Creep device, where 20
provided
Hoisting hoisting rope/belt 8
Contractors/relays* 10
Traction machine/motor 20
Hall and Car buttons 15
* Frequently operating contactors/relays may
have lesser life of 5 years
(v) Minimum life cycle cost
(vi) Low maintenance cost
(vii) Use of interchangeable, modular components
(viii) Extensive and prominent labelling of parts, cables and wires
(ix) Use of unique serial numbers for trace-ability of components
(x) High reliability and ensure Zero passenger trapping
(xi) Low energy consumption
(xii) System safety
(xiii) Adequate redundancy and factor of safety.
(xiv) Fire and smoke protection
(xv) Use of fire retardant materials
(xvi) Environment friendly
(xvii) Adherence to operational performance requirements
(xviii) Maximum utilization of indigenous materials and skills,
subject to quality conformity.
(b) Adequate margin shall be built into the design particularly to take
care of the higher ambient temperatures, dusty conditions, and high
seasonal humidity, etc. prevailing in different parts of the country.

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13.2 Submittals
13.2.1 The bidder must submit following documents along with the offer:

A. Preliminary design details

(i) Preliminary technical details of various components & sub-
systems.
(ii) Technical details in ref. to Cl. 1112.0 for each type of
Elevator offered. Details are to be furnished as per following
performa:

S. No. Technical Details required as Offered parameter

given in table of Cl. 11.0 in specs

(iii) Codes & standards complied.

B. Clause wise compliance (to the RDSO spec.) matrix.
S. No. RDSO Documents Page no. Remar
spec. type/description From To ks
clause no.

C. Technical information called for in Cl. 12.0

S. Technical Details required as given Offered parameter
No. in table of Cl. 12.0 in specs

D. System reliability, availability and maintainability. Expected

maximum value of COR.
E. Factory Quality Assurance Plan.
13.2.2 The contractor (successful bidder) will be required to submit the
following at detailed design stage:
A. Elevator layout/General Arrangement Drawing/Shop drawings
giving:
(i) Plan, elevation and sectional views of Elevator & its major
components, key dimensions, rail bracket spacing,
entrance details
(ii) Rail and buffer forces; reactions and loads imposed on
the: (a) guide rails which shall be transferred to structure
including shaft wall and pit; and (b) hoisting beam
(iii) Clearances, car & counterweight runby & top clearance
(iv) Clearance inside hoistway and pit dimensions
(v) Locations and sizes of access doors, hoistway entrances
and frames
(vi) Wiring layouts for each Elevator
(vii) Refuge space on top of car and pit
(viii) Controller and drive space layout

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(ix) Information on space requirements

(x) Civil & electrical interface details
B. Technical data and details
(i) Design approach
(ii) Clause wise (RDSO Spec.) compliance matrix.
(iii) Codes & standards complied
(iv) Technical data, details and/ or drawings of various
components & sub-systems
(v) Summary of factor of safety compliances
(vi) Design/ expected life of safety gear rope, governor, anti-
creep device, hoisting rope/belt, contactors/ relays and
traction machine/ motors.
(vii) Elevator functions / operational, safety, diagnostic, anti-
mantrap features
(viii) Last resort evacuation measures provided in the elevator
(ix) Design verification & validation
(x) Design Calculation in respect of: loads imposed on
structure; and rail forces
(xi) Position of counterweight
(xii) Car & counterweight rail
(xiii) Car and landing doors
(xiv) Buffer
(xv) Car frame & Platform
(xvi) Counterweight frame
(xvii) Car panel strength
(xviii) Machine supports & beams
(xix) Pit details
(xx) Ventilation area
(xxi) Number of air changes
(xxii) Clearances
(xxiii) Motor Power and its efficiency
(xxiv) Motor bearing life
(xxv) VVVF drive rating
(xxvi) Battery rating for UPS for emergency lighting, telecom,
etc.
(xxvii) Battery rating for ARD
(xxviii) Braking Resistance – its material, current withstanding
capacity, test reports, etc
(xxix) Cables & wires
(xxx) Stainless steel finishes
(xxxi) Dust and water ingress protection of various enclosures
(xxxii) Corrosion protection / painting details
(xxxiii) Weight chart (weight carried by rope/belt)
(xxxiv) Traceability
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(xxxv) Fire and smoke prevention (for items required to be fire

rated, the relevant data should be furnished)
C. All drawings/ data required to be passed on to the railway
appointed Civil Contractor for taking up civil works (e.g. shaft
dimensions, locations of rail brackets, etc.)
D. Expected heat dissipation of elevator equipment in control room
space and machine space (BTU) based on max. possible full load
starts/hr
E. Prototype test plan including test protocol
F. Type test reports in respect of systems/ sub-systems that will
form part of the Elevator to be supplied
G. Type Test report in support of EMI/EMC compliance
H. Factory Acceptance Test Plan for equipments
I. Manufacturing quality plan with routine tests with typical
inspection reports.
J. Automatic fault identification and isolation arrangement
K. Calculations in support of equipment ratings
L. Design and proving protection devices/ systems and its
validation
M. Component / sub-system Vendor details.
N. System reliability, availability and maintainability. Expected
maximum value of COR
O. Draft Operation and Maintenance manual, covering the
following contents:
(i) Drawings, installation and maintenance instructions, and
other data pertinent to the components used in Elevator
systems, including detailed data for all components,
including disassembly, inspection/ gauging/ torque
requirements, inspection and testing schedules, reassembly,
testing methods and other related information. Manuals
shall cover all mechanical and electrical components,
operating panels, controls and indicators. Exploded view
drawings shall be included to facilitate repair and
maintenance functions.
(ii) Circuit wiring diagrams shall be provided for all electrical
circuits. They shall be in A3 size paper suitably treated to
prevent deterioration from dirt or age. Fault diagnosis
procedures and circuit diagrams/Block diagrams, detail
information, software and technical data shall be provided to
assist in trouble shooting for breakdown during normal
operation and maintenance.
(iii) Bill of Materials (BOM) for each Elevator. The BOM will be a
list of all assemblies, subassemblies and replacement

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components/ parts of the Elevator. This detail will be

required in the future for placing orders on the OEM for
individual replacement parts and for other managerial
purposes.
(iv) Maintenance tool manuals.
P. Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and Product data sheets
Q. Electrical Systems: Layout of electrical system including motor,
control panel; disconnect switches directional start and stop key
switches; emergency stop switches and covers; scheme for
electrical grounding of Elevator; light fixtures and control
devices; schematic diagram including single line power diagram
of the Elevator system, control wiring diagram and sequence of
operation, indicating interface connections.
R. Accidents:
R1. Safety evaluation reports
R2. Short technical note, highlighting the Elevator sub-system
failures which can impact safety.
R3. Hazard identification and control documentation
R4. Short technical note listing the failures whose simultaneous
occurrence can lead to accident situations. Steps that can be
taken to avoid such accident situations.
13.2.3 The contractor (successful bidder) will be required to submit the
following to the railway at installation and commissioning stage:
(i) Construction and Installation Plan including site safety plan;
(ii) Installation & Commissioning Quality Plans;
(iii) Installation instruction for all equipment;
(iv) Operation and Maintenance Manuals (one soft and one hard
copy per station);
(v) Records and drawings of equipment installed;
(vi) All other records of construction, including hidden parts;
(vii) Site test report of equipment;
(viii) As built drawings including interface drawings; and
(ix) Other documentation as required, by the railways.
13.2.4 If type testing of elevator to be supplied has already been conducted
by RDSO, no fresh documents required for type testing of elevator
need to be submitted again. A type test certificate alone will be
sufficient in this case.
14. TESTING & INSPECTION
Inspection & Testing stages and details thereof shall be in accordance
with the plan furnished in Annexure-2. An indicative list of type,
routine and acceptance tests is enclosed at Annexure-3. The
Contractor shall prepare a comprehensive type, routine and
acceptance inspection & testing protocol (encompassing the

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requirements laid down in EN–81, IS–14665 as also Annexure-3 of this

spec.) and submit the same to RDSO for approval. The protocol should
also include: method for conducting the tests; list of testing tools and
instruments; and reference to the relevant standards, accepted
documents and drawings. Inspection and testing shall be carried out in
accordance with the test protocols as approved by RDSO.
Notwithstanding the provisions of this spec., railways can invite
tender/ place order with the provision of accepting the material on the
basis of firm’s written clause-by-clause confirmation of the spec.,
routine tests and acceptance tests alone, wherever this is considered
necessary by CEE.

14.1 Type Testing of Complete Elevator and its sub-systems

14.1.1 On successful conclusion of scrutiny of contractor’s designs and
drawings, RDSO shall issue a design clearance and direct the firm
to take up manufacturing of 1 no. elevator and offer the same for
type testing.
14.1.2 One complete Elevator as also its sub-systems shall be type tested.
Type testing of the complete Elevator shall be done as per the
protocol approved by RDSO. The Elevator selected for type testing
shall be representative of the types to be supplied.
14.1.3 The complete elevator as well as its sub-systems shall be type tested
preferably at the manufacturer’s test facility or at an accredited
laboratory. In case part or complete testing is not possible at the
manufacturer’s works/ test facility or at an accredited laboratory,
then those tests shall be conducted at site. Final decision with
regard to the place of conducting the type testing shall be taken
during design stage.
14.1.4 The contractor shall submit the available prior type test reports in
respect of type tests listed in the protocol. These reports must
pertain to complete elevator as also the systems and sub-systems
that are to actually form a part of Elevators to be supplied to IR. The
contractor should also submit an action plan for carrying out any
type-tests that still remain to be carried out.
14.1.5 RDSO would have the right at its discretion, to either witness the
type test(s) of Elevator and its key sub-assemblies at the test facility
of respective manufacturers/suppliers and/ or accredited
laboratories or to accept the type test reports generated by those
test facilities/ laboratories as sufficient evidence that the elevator
and its sub-systems have been type tested.
14.1.6 If the product is being manufactured initially in a foreign country,
RDSO representative at its discretion, may like to visit and witness
any of the Type Tests, at their own cost. The Contractor shall co-
ordinate the program, in such case.
14.1.7 At least 3 weeks notice shall be given to RDSO for inspection and
type testing.

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14.1.8 After successful conclusion of type test and scrutiny of test results,
RDSO shall issue a type test clearance certificate and direct the firm
to commence bulk manufacturing. Type test clearance granted to
the Contractor is liable to be withdrawn in the event that he carries
out any major change at a later date in the design or Bill of material
without RDSO's approval or if he supplies sub-assembly of inferior
specification/ quality, thus compromising on reliability.
14.2 Elevator Routine Testing
14.2.1 Routine testing relates to the bulk manufacturing stage.
14.2.2 Routine testing entails tests and inspections that are conducted at
the works of Elevator manufacturer and/or the works of its key sub-
suppliers, as per the relevant standards. These tests are required to
be carried out on each elevator as well as its sub-systems.
14.2.3 The railway representative/ inspection agency/ testing authority
would have the right at its discretion, to witness routine test(s) of
Elevator’s key sub-assemblies during the Elevator’s manufacturing
and/or accept the test results/ reports of respective
manufacturer’s/supplier’s in-house quality control (test reports
should be furnished for systems and sub-systems that are to
actually form a part of the Elevator to be supplied to IR), as
sufficient evidence that the routine tests have been carried out.
14.2.4 If the Product is being manufactured initially in a foreign country,
purchaser’s representative/ inspection agency/ testing authority at
its discretion, may like to visit and witness any of the routine tests,
at their own cost. The Contractor shall co-ordinate the program, in
such case.
14.2.5 At least 3 weeks’ notice shall be given to the railway representative/
inspection agency/ testing authority to be present for the routine
testing and inspection.
14.3 Elevator Pre-Dispatch Verification of Packing List
14.3.1 Before the ordered goods (complete Elevator system kits), as per the
offered dispatch lot are dispatched, purchaser’s representative/
inspection agency shall verify completeness of the dispatch lot as per
order details/ contractor’s packing list and if everything is in order,
issue the “Dispatch approval certificate”.
14.3.2 Thereafter, the Contractor can dispatch the goods to the consignee.
14.4 Elevator installation and Final Acceptance Testing
After installation, on-site acceptance tests shall be carried out on the
Elevator in the presence of railway’s representative/ inspection
agency/ testing authority. After satisfactory completion of inspection/
testing, the railway representative/ inspection agency/ testing
authority will authorize the commissioning of the Elevator for public
use by issuing an “Elevator installation final acceptance certificate”.
15. ACCESSIBILITY

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15.1. The Elevator design shall allow easy and safe accessibility to
authorized persons for inspection, maintenance, repairs and cleaning.
15.2. Maintenance Access Panel (MAP) shall be lockable to avoid access to
unauthorized persons.

16. MOVEMENT OF MATERIALS

Completely assembled Elevator or its sub-assemblies (which cannot be
handled manually), shall be:
(a) Equipped with fittings for being lifted/ moved by a lifting device, or
(b) Designed in a way, to allow the attachment of above type fittings,
e.g. threaded holes, or
(c) Designed/ shaped in a way, to allow easy attachment to the lifting
device or transportation means.
17. LABELLING & MARKING
17.1 All equipment and apparatus, inside or outside the switchboard,
including instruments, meters and relays shall be labeled or marked
adequately.
17.2 In addition, warning labels shall be fitted at all points, where the
removal of covers/ panels may expose live equipment, operating above
50V between circuits or to earth and shall bear the inscription
‘Danger- Live Parts’ in red color that is clearly visible from a viewable
distance.
18. PACKING, SHIPPING & DELIVERY
18.1 All equipment shall be properly inspected before the shipment. An
inspection tag bearing the word “INSPECTED” or “INSPECTION
PASSED” giving details of the inspection date, etc. shall be attached to
the Packaged Consignment. All four sides of the packaged consignment
shall contain details of the Consignee, Consignor and Contract no.
18.2 Appropriate caution notices such as “Fragile” or “Handle with care” or
“Keep Upright” etc. along with internationally accepted visual display
symbols shall be displayed on the outside surface of the boxes, crates
and packages.
18.3 The Contractor shall be responsible for the safe transportation and
delivery of materials to the location, as specified by the purchaser.
19. INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING
19.1 All works at the installation site shall be carried out in accordance
with the standard acceptable methods and practices of installation of
elevators and electrical equipment.
19.2 The Elevator Contractor shall be responsible for the timely and proper
setting out of the Works which shall include verifying the positions,
levels, dimensions and alignment of elevator pits, supports, shaft,

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walls and floor openings, etc. Any error in the civil construction in so
far as they relate to the Works shall be immediately brought to the
attention of the “Engineer” and the Designated Contractor to allow
prompt rectification by the Designated Contractor so as to avoid
delays to the Works. The Elevator Contractor shall not be entitled to
claim for any additional costs incurred by him arising out of such
errors in the civil construction, if such additional costs could
reasonably have been avoided had the Elevator Contractor carried out
timely and proper setting out of the Works.
19.3 Once the elevator shaft is handed over to the contractor to commence
installation, they shall be responsible for providing fencing and
barricades to protect his working areas during the installation period
for the safety of his workers and other personnel working in the
station until the taking over of the lift by Railways.
19.4 The Elevator Contractor shall be responsible for the installation of all
guide rail brackets, separator, sill supports, hanger brackets including
drilling and all related materials. The Elevator contractor shall verify
and satisfy themselves in respect to the loading capability of the shaft
wall holding the bracket etc. If the Elevator Contractor feels that load
test is necessary/ required, then he can arrange the same in co-
ordination with civil contractor.
19.5 All equipment, sub-assemblies, structures, etc. shall be installed as
per the respective sub-contractor’s installation instructions.
19.6 Special care shall be taken for leveling/ plumbing, which shall be
done meticulously before any equipment, sub-assembly or structure is
fixed finally in position.
19.7 Adequate care shall also be taken during installation of the complete
Elevator to avoid damage to any equipment, sub-assembly or building
structure.
19.8 Railways will be responsible for the civil engineering works required
for installation and commissioning of elevator at the designated
locations. The Contractor will provide a terminal board near elevator
and Railways will provide electrical wiring and earthing upto this
terminal board. Railways will provide site assembly area with proper
power connection as per the extant rules. For more details on
railways’ scope of work, please see Cl. 2.9.
20. ON-SITE SUPPORT TO CONTRACTOR
20.1 The purchaser/ user railways would extend facilities on free-of-charge
basis, to the Contractor for storing: the product; and installation,
testing and commissioning equipment/ tools/ accessories, etc., at a
suitable location, as close as possible to the installation site.
20.2 This shall include providing a separate lockable/ secure material-
storage cum site office with electrical supply, light and fan fittings, etc.
21. AFTER SALES SERVICE

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21.1 The bidder shall indicate in the offer, the facilities available with the
bidder or local agent for providing the required after sales service
during warranty and post warranty periods. The bidder will also
mention service organizations located in India and the availability of
trained staff and maintenance spares, etc.
21.2 The Contractor shall provide and ensure servicing facilities
throughout the warranty period of the system. After the warranty
period is over, the Contractor should give service support for trouble
shooting and for obtaining spare parts for AMC period.
21.3 The Contractor shall during the contractual warranty period and (if
applicable) AMC period, ensure that, in case a consignee reports a
failure, qualified service engineers visit the site within 24 hours from
the time of complaint. The firm should provide a toll free number for
registering complaints however firm should respond to any complain
registered by consignee via toll free number, fax, e-mail, per bearer at
address given by the Contractor or through any other means. The
responsibility to keep the current failure reporting address/contact
number/email address/fax number details will rest with the
consignee.
22. MAINTENANCE
22.1 The Contractor shall provide free-of-charge maintenance service (and
all the works specified) including required spares, for the specified
warranty period.
22.2 During the warranty period, the above maintenance service shall
include all preventive, scheduled and corrective maintenance and
additionally, all service-request calls made by the purchaser/ user
railways. For this, the Contractor would be required to provide a
comprehensive maintenance and service plan, for review and
acceptance by the purchaser or his authorized representative.
22.3 The maintenance work-system shall ensure safety of the personnel
and equipment.
22.4 In event of any failure, requiring design modifications, etc. in the
Elevator, the Contractor shall undertake to submit its details for a
review by the Purchaser or his authorized representative. On reaching
consensus and post-modification, the Contractor shall undertake
fresh testing and re-commissioning, if required.
22.5 Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC)
22.5.1 The bidder is required to quote separately for a comprehensive
annual maintenance contract (AMC) for the Elevator supplied
against the specification, which will be inclusive of all spares,
material and labour costs along with work schedule if required to do
so as per special condition of the tender documents.
22.5.2 The contractor shall be responsible to keep all the Elevators along
with all connected ancillary equipments/apparatus/ machines, as
have been stated under the scope of work and specification, in

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perfect working condition, on any day during the tenure of the

contract (excepting the period of programmed shut down). In case,
any Elevator is out of order, for failure/ breakdown of the Elevator or
of any other related/ancillary equipments/apparatus/machines, the
Elevator shall be attended immediately, within a period of 24 hours
of being informed.
22.5.3 The consignees should communicate their option to enter into AMC
reasonably in advance. The AMC agreement should be signed in time
so that the elevators do not remain without maintenance cover after
the expiry of warranty.
23. TRAINING
The Contractor shall package all training instructions/
demonstrations for correct operation and maintenance of the Elevator
into a three working days self contained training program. The
contractor shall organize one training programme per 20 nos.
Elevators ordered. For orders less than 20 nos. Elevators, at least one
training programme will be organized. For orders that are not integer
multiples of 20 nos., rounding off will apply (e.g. for 50 nos. Elevators,
3 nos. training programmes will be organized). The training
programme(s) will be held in India only at contractors’ head office or at
any other location as agreed between railway administration and the
contractor.
24. OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL
24.1 The Contractor shall provide operations and maintenance manuals,
for the use by the supervisory, operating and technical staff of the
purchaser.
24.2 Each manual shall be divided into indexed sections explaining the
subject matter in logical steps. Soft copy of manuals should be in
searchable PDF format. The soft copy should be such that if required
by the Railways multiple copies can be made from the original soft
copy of manual.
24.3 The operations manual shall contain the principle and operational
details of the complete system under the normal and emergency
conditions.
24.4 Details of the common faults that might occur in the complete system
&/or any of its key components/sub-assemblies and their rectification
shall also be included.
24.5 The maintenance manual shall contain the maintenance and servicing
instructions for the complete system along with explanatory notes and
drawings as necessary.
24.6 The periodic maintenance schedule recommended by the Contractor
for the satisfactory performance of the system shall also be included.
24.7 Elevators being a critical public safety item, a draft of operations and
maintenance manual should be submitted to the purchaser for
approval with regard to its completeness and comprehensiveness. The
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final version of operations and maintenance manual should be issued

on the basis of purchaser’s comments.
24.8 It is recommended that the operation and maintenance manuals be
shipped along with the Elevator shipment. In any case, Operation and
Maintenance manuals are to be supplied to railways well before final
testing/ commissioning of Elevators.
25. QUALITY ASSURANCE
25.1 The Bidder shall prepare and furnish their QA plan documentation, as
per their ISO: 9000 program being followed. It shall include and
clearly mention the procedures ensuring that all equipment/
materials/systems & sub-systems are properly specified, designed,
purchased, recorded, inspected, installed and tested at appropriate
stages.
25.2 It shall also provide the confirmation that the handling, storage and
delivery arrangements have been satisfactory.
25.3 The Contractor shall prepare and submit a Quality Assurance
programme in accordance with requirements contained in the
Specification.

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ANNEXURE - 1

THIS PERFORMA MUST BE FILLED IN BY THE PURCHASER FOR EACH

ELEVATOR

Name of the Railway Station/Building: …………………………………

S. No. Description Parameter Information

1. Is the Elevator required for: transfer
between FOB and platform at
Station; OR a Building (please refer
Cl. 2.2)
2. Capacity (13/20/26 persons) in Persons
3. Elevator Speed (in respect of in m/s -
elevator to be utilized in
applications other than transfers
between FOB and the level below)
(please refer Cl. 5.7.2)
4. Car travel height in meters -
#5. Are the Car dimensions required to Yes/No
be different from the standard
dimensions mentioned in IS 14665.
at Cl. 11 (sr. no. 3) of the spec.?

If yes, then the purchaser shall If yes, then

need to furnish the alternative please furnish:
dimensions. Care has to be taken Wc (in mm)
that the car dimensions should Dc (in mm)
comply the conditions of variations
given in the IS 14665. inside area (Wc: width of
should remain the same as the car and
specified in Cl. 11 (sr. no. 3). Dc: depth of
the car)
6. No. of stops -
7. No. of car doors required (at many
sites, due to space constraints, 2
sets of car doors become necessary)
(please refer Cl. 2.9.1 & 6.10.1.1
(ii))
8. Regenerative drive requirement Yes/No -
(please refer Cl. 5.2)
9. LED based Elevator Status Display Yes/No -
Panel (ESDP) requirement (please
refer Cl. 6.22)

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10. Type of station (i.e. underground or

overground) (please refer Cl. 2.2)
11. Is hanging pit involved at the site? Yes/ No
(please refer Cl. 5.13)
12. Approx. cabling distance from
elevator to Station Control Room
(SCR) (please refer Cl. 6.17.5 and
Cl. 6.22.10)
#13. Will Car doors be different from the Yes/ No
standard dimensions stated in IS
14665 at Cl. 11 (sr. no. 40)?
If yes, then the purchaser shall If yes, then
need to furnish the alternative please furnish:
dimensions. (the alternate Wcd (in mm)
dimensions asked for by purchaser Hcd (in mm)
must be consistent with the limits
prescribed in Cl. 11 (sr. no. 40)) (Wcd: width of
the car door
and Hcd: height
of the car door)
#14. Is 3-D infra red curtain required? Yes/ No
(Cl. no. 6.10.3.2)

Note:
1. In respect of Sl. No. 3, in absence of any specific mention by the
purchaser, the requirement will be deemed to be 1 m/s for upto 6
stops and 1.5 m/s for 7 to 13 stops.
2. In respect of Sl. No. 7, in absence of any specific mention by the
purchaser, the requirement will be deemed to be 1 set of car doors.
3. In respect of Sl. No. 8, in absence of any specific mention by the
purchaser, it will be deemed that regenerative drive is not required.
4. In respect of Sl. No. 9, in absence of any specific mention by the
purchaser, it will be deemed that ESDP is not required.
5. In respect of Sl. No. 10, in absence of any specific mention by the
purchaser, the requirement will be deemed to be for overground
station.
6. In respect of Sl. No. 11, in absence of any specific mention by the
purchaser, it will be deemed that hanging pit is not involved.

# The points mentioned against # are applicable only for metro

railway.

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ANNEXURE - 2

DETAILED TESTING & INSPECTION PLAN

Type of Where Frequency When On Who Conducts Final

Inspection What Action
/ Testing
Type RelevantFor each Latest Complete- RDSO RDSO
Testing of manufac-contract. before Elevator issues
complete turer orFor repeat Commissio “Elevat
Elevator supplier’s
contracts, if ning of the or type
works/ there is a first test
Third design Elevator clearan
party change or if ce”.
reliability is
below the
target.
Type - Relevant For each Latest Elevator’ - Internationally
Testing of manufact contract. before s Key accredited
Elevator urer/ For repeat Commissio Sub- testing Agency/
Sub- supplier’s contracts, if ning of the assembli Lab
systems works/ there is a first es. (approached by
- Third design Elevator relevant
party change or if contractor).
reliability is - RDSO may
below the accept certified
target. copies of above
Type Test
certificates, in-
lieu of actual
Tests.
- RDSO
representative
may choose to
be present
himself to
witness any
test, at its own
discretion.

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Type of Where Frequency When On Who Conducts Final

Inspection What Action
/ Testing
Routine Relevant Each order During Elevator’ - Relevant Testing
testing manufact- and each manufactur s Key contractor, by authori
urer/ Elevator ing Sub- their In-house ty
supplier’s assembli QC. issues
works es - However, “Elevat
testing or
authority may routine
accept testing
certified copies approv
of the above al
Test Results/ certific
Reports, as ate”.
sufficient
evidence of the
execution of
the Routine
Tests &/or
choose to be
present
himself to
witness any
test, at its own
discretion.
Pre- Elevator Offered Before Complet Purchaser’s Testing
dispatch Contracto dispatch dispatch of e representative/ agency
verification r’s works Lot the Elevator testing agency. issues
of packing complete Kit. “Dispat
list Elevator to ch
installation approv
Site al
certific
ate”.
Final At the Each order After Complet Contractor in Purcha
acceptance installatio and each installation e presence of ser/
inspection/ n site Elevator & Elevator. purchaser’s Testing
testing commissioni representative/ authori
ng of the testing ty
complete authority. issues
Elevator & “Elevat
after all the or final
above accept
mentioned ance
Tests are certific
satisfactorily ate”.
completed

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ANNEXURE-3

TYPE, ROUTINE & ACCEPTANCE TESTS

Part A1: Type Tests on Complete Elevator#

1. One complete Elevator shall be made available for type testing. The
selected Elevator shall be representative of the types to be supplied.
2. Complete Elevator system including traction drive system, in addition
to the controller, Elevator car enclosure, landing and car doors,
protection devices and call fixtures shall be assembled on a test rig or
inside a test tower to undergo comprehensive running and functional
testing to verify compliance with the Specification.
3. The tests shall include the following minimum requirements:
a) Verification of the suitability of the traction drive system;
b) Verification of the car operation and response to call fixtures, door
operation including the safety edges, all indications and signalling
features, and car top control features;
c) Full load tests on safety gear;
d) Measurement of electrical readings and verification of the operating
speed under various loading conditions;
e) Verification of riding comfort and levelling accuracy under various
load conditions.
f) Verification of the fault indication and fault diagnosis features.
g) Verification of the construction of the various control panels to the
specification shall be done. Insulation resistance and high voltage
tests shall be conducted in accordance with the test protocol.
h) Any additional testing as required by BS 5655 Part 10.
i) A 12-hour duty cycle test, during which the Elevator shall run
continuously with the contract load for 12 hours and shall travel
up and down with intermediate stops such that the number of
starts per hour as specified.
j) Complete functional tests on the isolating transformer and ripple
filter if provided
k) Operation of the battery back-up device and the battery operated
power supply.
l) Simulation of the emergency homing sequence during fire and
power failure.
m) Evidence in support of quality of welding and casting processes
(e.g. radiographic examination reports, etc)

# For certain tests, the type testing authority i.e. RDSO may choose to rely
upon previous type test reports/conformance certificates, as long as
they pertain to similar design and comparable rating. However, the
manufacturer cannot demand this as a matter of right

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Part A2. Type Tests on Elevator Sub-systems#

The type testing authority i.e. RDSO shall generally witness the
following set of type tests for the purpose of safety verification (the list
of tests can be enlarged, if required)

S. Key Sub- Frequency Scope of Test

No. Assy./ Part
of Elevator
1. Driving 1 unit Insulation test:
motor i) Insulation resistance of windings using
1000V megger shall not be less than 200 M
Ohm.
ii) Insulation resistance of thermistors subject
to 1000V for 5 seconds shall not be less
than 200 M Ohm. Windings shall be
earthed.
iii) Main winding shall be pressure tested to
2000V r.m.s. for 60 seconds. During this
test, thermistor wires shall be grounded to
earth.
iv) Cold resistance of windings shall be
recorded before start of test.
Total harmonic distortion test

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S. Key Sub- Frequency Scope of Test

No. Assy./ Part
of Elevator
Dynamic test:
i) No load current and speed shall be
recorded at rated voltage and frequency for
the windings.
ii) Full load, 75%, 50% and 25% load tests
shall be carried out at rated speeds and
rated voltage and frequency. Current,
torque and speed shall be recorded for each
load. Input power, efficiency and power
factor shall be established and recorded for
each.
iii) Temperature rise test on full load shall be
carried out on the windings. Voltage shall
be 415V. Frequency shall be as rated.
iv) Ambient temperature, casing temperature,
input power voltage, and current shall be
recorded at 15 minute intervals for the first
two hours and 30 minute intervals
subsequently until temperature levels off.
v) When the temperature has levelled off, the
motor shall be switched off and the winding
temperature rise shall be established using
the resistance method as specified in BS
4999 Part 101.
vi) A momentary overload of 200% of rated
torque/full load shall be applied for 15
seconds. The motor shall not stall or
abruptly change speed.
vii) A locked rotor test (where applicable) shall
be carried out at rated voltage and
frequency for the windings. Current and
Voltage shall be recorded and Torque
calculated.
viii) The voltage, current, power, efficiency,
power factor vs. torque characteristics shall
be drawn from the results obtained.

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S. Key Sub- Frequency Scope of Test

No. Assy./ Part
of Elevator
2. Controller 1 unit of a) Physical construction check. The
each type of construction of the control cubicle shall be
controller checked against the agreed drawings.
Facilities to padlock incoming fused
isolator shall be checked. Verification of the
protection classification shall be conducted
and/or provided.

b) High Voltage and other Tests:

i) Earth leakage circuit breakers shall be
tested on both poles. The current and time
required to trip shall be recorded.
Similarly, the dc earth leakage unit shall
be tested and values should be recorded.
ii) High Voltage testing at 2000V ac r.m.s. for
60 seconds between: phase to phase and
phase to earth.
iii) Control wiring itself shall be pressure
tested at 1,500V ac r.m.s. for 60 seconds
between control/auxiliary wiring and
frame. Insulation tests shall be carried out
before and after the above tests by a
1000V insulation tester. The insulation
resistance thus measured shall not be less
than 200M ohm.
iv) All protection on electronic circuits shall
be tested by a 500 V insulation tester.
Wiring to all electronic components shall
be meggered.
v) Verification of the protection circuit shall
be carried out in accordance with the
approved procedures.
Temperature rise during the tests shall be
recorded and verified.
c) Electrical tests, such as:
- Functional test
- Protection circuit verification
- Temperature rise test

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S. Key Sub- Frequency Scope of Test

No. Assy./ Part
of Elevator
3. Braking 1 unit of -- Dimensional check to verify compliance with
system each type of the manufacturing drawings
brake -- Property tests like starting voltage, Release
voltage, delay time, Insulation resistance in
cold and heated condition, temperature rise
-- Reliability/endurance test
-- Full functionality test
-- Demonstration of brake adjustment and
settings
4. Elevators 1 set Full functional test
Inter-
communicati
on System
5. Environment 1 unit of
al tests on each type of
Control control card
cards
6. Landing - Two hours test certificate
Door Fire
rating
7. Buffer - Load vs. deflection test report
8. Cables - Test certificates of each type of cable
9. IP protection - Test certificate
for all
applicable
items
10. Wire - Test certificates of each type of rope/ belt
rope/belt
11. Overspeed - Test certificate
Governor
12. Fan and 1 unit of Test certificate
Light each type
13. Door IP Test certificate
protection
14. Materials Test certificate
used
# For certain tests, the type testing authority i.e. RDSO may choose to rely
upon previous type test reports/conformance certificates, as long as
they pertain to similar design and comparable rating. However, the
manufacturer cannot demand this as a matter of right

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ANNEXURE - 3; contd…
Part B: Routine Tests

S. Key Sub-Assy./ Part of Frequency Scope of Test

No. Elevator
1. Driving machines Random -- Insulation resistance of winding
-- High voltage test (2kV for 1 min.) on
the stator winding
100% -- Dynamic test for a period of 4 hours
continuously without stopping, except
for changing of direction, 2 hours in
each direction, at rated speed and
25% load conditions. The test is to
ensure that no undue vibration or
abnormal temperature rise occurs in
any component.
2. Power Supply units 100% The assembled power supply unit shall
be checked in accordance with the test
protocol along with surge protectors,
power filters, etc.
3. Main Control Cubicle / 100% -- The complete control cubicle shall be
MAP Panel /ARD/ & checked with a simulator to verify
other panels where correct wiring connection and
provided function of the electrical/ electronic
devices.
-- Insulation resistance of the control
wiring and electronic components
shall be conducted in accordance
with the test protocol.

4. Call Button and Fixtures Random -- Visual check for manufacturing

quality
-- The assembled fixtures shall be
inspected and functionally tested
accordance with the test protocol.
5. Hoist & Governor Random Manufacturer’s certificate or sample
Rope/belt test

6. Overspeed Governor Random Manufacturer’s certificate or sample

and Safety Gear test

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S. Key Sub-Assy./ Part of Frequency Scope of Test

No. Elevator
7. Car Enclosure and Door Random -- Visual & dimensional checks and
Assembly Layout
-- Quality of the finishing and to ensure
the correct type of materials
-- Protection of the finished assembly
shall be inspected in accordance with
the test protocol.

8. Evidence in respect of Random

quality of welds or
castings

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Annexure-3; contd…

Part C1: Acceptance checks (Elevator Site Checking and Inspection)

A test and inspection protocol shall be prepared for each of the

following critical phases of work. Following are the minimum
requirements:
a) Setting out the plumb lines;
b) Erection and alignment of guide rails and rail brackets
c) Erection and alignment of landing doors, jamb, sills, header, etc.
d) Erection of Elevator shaft and Elevator pit equipment;
e) Erection of car enclosures;
f) Positioning of machine equipment and control cubicles;
g) Installation of the hoist ropes/belt and governor rope
h) Erection of landing fixtures and car fixtures;
i) Installation of hoist way and Head room trunking prior to
installation of wiring;
j) Installation of wiring and cabling
k) Installation of car fixture and car top equipment
l) Earthing and bonding checks

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ANNEXURE - 3; contd…

Part C2: Final Acceptance Inspection & Testing

S. No. Elevator’s Parameter/ Scope of Test

Feature To Be
Inspected/ Tested

1. Tests shall be carried

out on each Elevator in
accordance with the
relevant provisions of BS
5655 Part 10, which
shall include but not be
limited to the following:
i. Starting current, Readings shall be taken at the rated speed
running current and of each Elevator in both directions of
supply voltage operation under no load, balanced load and
full load conditions.
ii. 1000 V AC testing Both power and control wiring of the
controller shall be tested between lines
connected together and earth at 1000V
50Hz for 1 min. The control wiring shall be
separately tested between poles and earth.
Immediately following each test, a 1000 V
dc insulation tester shall show an
insulation resistance of not less than 3 M
ohms. All field wiring shall withstand a
1000 V megger test on site and each
conductor shall show an insulation
resistance to earth of not less than 3 M
ohms.
iii. Over-speed governor (a) Shall be tested to ensure that it will
activate when the speed exceeds the
limits prescribed in the spec.
(b) Functional tests on the safety gear with
no load at rated speed by manually
tripping the governor.
iv. Test on the car and (a) Checking of the condition of the landing
landing doors system and car door for smooth operation,
(b) Functional tests on the door closing
time, door speed, re-opening, safety
edge, proximity detection landing and
car door contacts of the door lock.
v. All the landing call Functional tests
buttons, indicators and

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all function provided in

key-switch operated
cabinet mounted below
the car operating panels

vi. Emergency call buttons Functional tests

vii. Final limit switches, Functional tests
terminal slow down and
terminal over travel limit
switches
viii. Following safety Functional tests
switches and devices:
a. Overload device.
b. Phase protection
device.
c. Floor levelling
accuracy and re-
levelling at different
loads.
d. Over current
protection device.
(e) Counterweight safety
(if applicable)
ix. UPS unit -- Functional tests
-- 2 hour duration test
x. Car top maintenance Functional tests
panel
xi. Intercom system Functional tests
xii. Buffer Compress buffer test
xiii. Clearance Running clearance tests
xiv. Elevator management, Functioning test
monitoring and fault
diagnostic system
xv. Noise/ sound level Noise level of the complete Elevator,
individual machinery and inside car with
fan operation
xvi. Automatic Rescue -- 6 time operation without intermediate
Device/ Battery backup charging to be done
device
xvii. Track machine, motor Complete function tests. Temperature
brake and control readings of Elevator controller and
equipment. equipment shall be taken every fifteen
minutes for at least 2 hours or the
duration of test whichever is longer
xviii. Floor levelling accuracy Functional test
and re-levelling at
different loads

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xix. Emergency Power and In event of power failure and/ or fire, the
Fire operation elevator should operate in a manner as
laid down in the spec.
xx. Functional tests of all
features and functions
not included in the
above but required as
per this specs and EN
81-120.
2. Twelve Hour Run Each Elevator shall run continuously with the
rated load for 12 hours and shall travel up
and down with intermediate stops such that
the number of max starts is as per the
specification. Railways shall arrange
uninterrupted power supply for the said
period. If uninterrupted supply is not
available, 12 running hours period shall be
ensured with minimum interruptions.
Modalities for the same may be worked out
between the contractor and the purchaser.

Note: The contractor shall prepare comprehensive test protocols, integrating

the requirements of EN–81, IS–14665 as also Annexure-3 of this spec.
and obtain RDSO’s approval for the same.

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