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IG-168-EN version 05; 17/04/2020

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General instructions

transforma

.dis: Distribution transformers immersed 

in dielectric liquid up to 3150 kVA

Table of Contents 

 

In view of the constant evolution in standards and design, the characteristics of the elements contained in this manual are subject 

to change without prior notice. These characteristics, as well as the availability of components, are subject to confirmation by 

Ormazabal

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CAUTION! 

When medium-voltage equipment is operating, certain components are live, other parts may be in movement and some may 

reach high temperatures. Therefore, the use of this equipment poses electrical, mechanical and thermal risks.
In order to ensure an acceptable level of protection for people and property, and in compliance with applicable environmental 

recommendations, 

Ormazabal

 designs and manufactures its products according to the principle of integrated safety, based on 

the following criteria:

 • Elimination of hazards wherever possible.
 • Where elimination of hazards is neither technically nor economically feasible, appropriate protection functions are 

incorporated in the equipment.

 • Communication about remaining risks to facilitate the design of operating procedures which prevent such risks, 

training for the personnel in charge of the equipment, and the use of suitable personal protective equipment.

 • Use of recyclable materials and establishment of procedures for the disposal of equipment and components so 

that once the end of their service lives is reached, they are duly processed in accordance, as far as possible, with the 

environmental restrictions established by the competent authorities.

Consequently, the equipment to which the present manual refers complies with the requirements of section 11.2 of Standard 

IEC 62271-1. It must therefore only be operated by appropriately qualified and supervised personnel, in accordance with the 

requirements of standard EN 50110-1 on the safety of electrical installations and standard EN 50110-2 on activities in or near 

electrical installations. Personnel must be fully familiar with the instructions and warnings contained in this manual and in other 

recommendations of a more general nature which are applicable to the situation according to current legislation

[1]

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The above must be carefully observed, as the correct and safe operation of this equipment depends not only on its design but also 

on general circumstances which are in general beyond the control and responsibility of the manufacturer. More specifically:

 • The equipment must be handled and transported appropriately from the factory to the place of installation.
 • All intermediate storage should occur in conditions which do not alter or damage the characteristics of the equipment 

or its essential components.

 • Service conditions must be compatible with the equipment rating.
 • The equipment must be operated strictly in accordance with the instructions given in the manual, and the applicable 

operating and safety principles must be clearly understood.

 • Maintenance should be performed properly, taking into account the actual service and environmental conditions in 

the place of installation.

The manufacturer declines all liability for any significant indirect damages resulting from violation of the guarantee, under any 

jurisdiction, including loss of income, stoppages and costs resulting from repair or replacement of parts.

Warranty

The manufacturer guarantees this product against any defect in materials and operation during the contractual period. In the 

event that defects are detected, the manufacturer may opt either to repair or replace the equipment. Improper handling of this 

equipment and its repair by the user shall constitute a violation of the guarantee.

Registered Trademarks and Copyrights

All registered trademarks cited in this document are the property of their respective owners. The intellectual property of this manual 

belongs to 

Ormazabal

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[1] 

For example, in Spain the “Regulation on technical conditions and guarantees for safety in high-voltage electrical installations” – Royal Decree 

337/2014 is obligatory.

Table of Contents

1.  Description and main characteristics .......................4

1.1. 

Design, manufacturing and testing . . . . . . . . . . .4

1.1.1.  Individual or routine tests  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

1.1.2.  Test protocol. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

2.  Lifting, moving and handling ...................................6

2.1. 

Lifting and moving with a forklift truck  . . . . . . .6

2.2. 

Lifting and moving by crane. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

2.3. 

Moving on wheels  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

3. Transport ..................................................................13

3.1. 

Preparing the load for transport  . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

3.2. 

Transport agents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

3.3. 

Selecting the route for road transport  . . . . . . .15

3.4. 

Checking impact detectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

3.5. Responsibility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

4. Storage ......................................................................17

5. Installation ...............................................................18

5.1. 

Receiving the transformer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

5.2. 

Transformer site. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

5.3. 

Transformer electrical connections  . . . . . . . . . .19

5.3.1.  Standard procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

5.3.2.  Special transformers with electrostatic screen 

between primary and secondary  . . . . . . . . . . . .21

5.3.3.  Low electromagnetic emission transformers .21

6. Commissioning ........................................................25

6.1. 

Checking the transformer before 

commissioning  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

6.1.1.  Mineral oil insulated transformers  . . . . . . . . . . .25

6.1.2.  Natural ester transformers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

7. Maintenance .............................................................27

7.1. 

Access for maintenance operations . . . . . . . . . .27

7.2. 

Checking the transformer  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

7.2.1.  Transformer temperature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

7.2.2.  Inspecting oil volume  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

7.2.3. Noise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

7.2.4.  Tightening bolts and threaded pieces  . . . . . . .28

7.2.5.  Oil leaks  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

7.2.6. Paint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

7.3. 

Regularity of maintenance  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

7.4. Repairs  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

8.  Additional information ............................................32

8.1. Reliability. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

8.2. 

Company registration certificate. . . . . . . . . . . . .32

9.  Final annex ...............................................................33

Summary of Contents for velatia transforma.dis

Page 1: ...IG168 009 LIB transforma dis Distribution transformers immersed in dielectric liquid up to 3150 kVA General instructions IG 168 EN version 05 17 04 2020...

Page 2: ...ectrical installations Personnel must be fully familiar with the instructions and warnings contained in this manual and in other recommendations of a more general nature which are applicable to the si...

Page 3: ...e 17 5 Installation 18 5 1 Receiving the transformer 18 5 2 Transformer site 19 5 3 Transformer electrical connections 19 5 3 1 Standard procedure 19 5 3 2 Special transformers with electrostatic scre...

Page 4: ...cs Excellent dielectric properties with a high water saturation point which allows it to maintain high dielectric strength values with a high water content High fire resistance natural dielectric este...

Page 5: ...g resistance measurement UNE EN 60076 1 IEC 60076 1 Transformation ratio measurement and check up of vector group UNE EN 60076 1 IEC 60076 1 Measurement of load losses and short circuit voltage at mai...

Page 6: ...ns radiators etc when lifting moving or fixing the transformer to the transport base The fixing moving and lifting elements bracing etc must be able to withstand the entire force of these operations T...

Page 7: ...wing indications must be taken into account when lifting the transformer Use the eye bolts in the cover or top of the sides of the transformer tank to lift the transformer with a crane maintaining a h...

Page 8: ...with eye bolts in the sides of the tank The lifting elements are used via the central hole Figure 2 4 Figure 2 4 Lifting element The transformer has four lifting elements positioned at the top of the...

Page 9: ...ransformer using the outside holes Figure 2 6 Figure 2 6 Position not permitted for lifting DO NOT use the transformer cover lifting elements in transformers with eye bolts in the tank These elements...

Page 10: ...VA NEVER lift the transformer using the connecting rod of the cooling elements Figure 2 8 Figure 2 8 Position not permitted for lifting Transformers with eye bolts in the tank cover only Whenever the...

Page 11: ...r transformers two or four eye bolts are optionally fitted in the cover In the case of transformers with four eye bolts four lifting hooks must be used at the same time In the case of transformers wit...

Page 12: ...slings must not rub or damage the bushings or other accessories ALWAYS lift the transformer using the lifting elements as identified for this purpose NEVER lift the transformer without any of these el...

Page 13: ...itable for the weight of the transformer as shown on its name plate The protection tools and equipment provided or recommended by Ormazabal according to the agreement with the customer such as anti vi...

Page 14: ...n securing the transformer be sure that the lashing or fastening chains do not interfere with any of the transformer s accessories or cooling elements The fastening straps are attached to the containe...

Page 15: ...d bangs caused by winding roads changes of gradient and the cant of the road should take precedence over shortest distance As far as possible priority should be given to the highest category of motorw...

Page 16: ...apart from gravity acceleration in vertical direction without any damage If transport is not managed by Ormazabal or is not carried out under its responsibility and accelerations in excess of 1 g are...

Page 17: ...ecommendations below Store the transformer in a place that is dry and clean If the transformer is equipped with plug in terminals make sure the conical protector or cap provided for keeping the connec...

Page 18: ...order Check the general state of the transformer and ensure the absence of any bangs in particular in the cooling equipment and in the insulators or terminals If the transformer has paint defects it m...

Page 19: ...er can be powered without affecting its physical chemical properties However the transformer should be protected from low temperatures during prolonged storage periods 5 3 Transformer electrical conne...

Page 20: ...e connections that do not place any strain on the transformer bushings sufficiently sized to prevent excessive overheating and at the same time allow heat expansion without damaging the transformer Th...

Page 21: ...the transformer or to the electrical installation If the transformer is fitted with an electrostatic screen connect it to the earth facility The transformers may have more than one secondary winding...

Page 22: ...d up to 3150 kVA 1 Use as many cables per phase as possible The number of cables per LV bushing should be the same Figure 5 3 Example of a low voltage connection using one cable per phase Figure 5 4 E...

Page 23: ...uid up to 3150 kVA Installation 2 Do not make excessive upward turns with the cables Figure 5 6 Cables with excessive upward turns 3 Run the cables attached to the transformer and to the floor Figure...

Page 24: ...hase and neutral cables on the way to the LV board as shown in the figure Figure 5 9 Unbraided phase and neutral cables on their way to the low voltage board Figure 5 10 Braided phase and neutral cabl...

Page 25: ...equired after commissioning the transformer follow the safety instructions specified in section 7 1 of these general instructions titled Access for maintenance operations 4 Regulate the transformer s...

Page 26: ...e the transformer indoors for at least 24 h to allow the ester to heat up and decrease its viscosity Then carry out the same operations as mentioned in point 6 1 1 It may not be possible to determine...

Page 27: ...nganinsulatingstick earththetransformerbushings and ensure that any static electricity is discharged 5 Delimit and mark the work area properly 6 Check that the transformer does not leak dielectric liq...

Page 28: ...rods that keep the transformer s wheel chocks in place must be tightened securely to prevent accidental movements of the transformer It must be checked that the tank valve bolts have not become loose...

Page 29: ...of paint which is rich in anti corrosive pigments of aluminium zinc or similar Ensure that this paint covers the whole area Shake vigorously before applying the spray After applying the primer allow t...

Page 30: ...ls Once every 2 years Check state and clean 4 Tap changer Once a year Move the tap changer through all positions 5 Accessories with alarm and trip contacts Once every 2 years Check the conditions of u...

Page 31: ...instructions 1 If repairs or modifications are required after inspecting the transformer these operations must be carried out by Ormazabal If a company other than Ormazabal performs the repair or modi...

Page 32: ...is required that during its installation the necessary precautions are taken to protect personnel who normally or circumstantially work around it and that any persons not required for its operation a...

Page 33: ...nless steel bolts 25 35 40 60 Bolts to the surface of the palms 25 35 40 70 100 150 Connections in low voltage busbars steel bolt and nut 45 60 65 85 95 130 Medium or high voltage MV or HV Fastening t...

Page 34: ...Notes General instructions transforma dis Distribution transformers immersed in dielectric liquid up to 3150 kVA Notes IG 168 EN version 05 17 04 2020 34...

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Page 36: ...Subject to change without prior notice For further information contact Ormazabal www ormazabal com Ormazabal Cotradis Transformadores LOECHES Spain...

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