Method Statement for Installation of Transformer

Purpose
The purpose of this method of statement is to explain step by step method to implement the
correct practices for the installation of transformer through the guidelines contained herein so
as to ensure that the job execution complies with the project requirements and serves the
intended function to satisfactory level.
Required Instruments & Tools
Fork Lift or Crane, pallet mover with capacity & arrangement in line with the Manufacturers
recommendations and as required at site.
Portable hand tools.
Portable Drilling Machine/ Grinding Machine & Angle Cutter.
Spirit Level/Level Threads.
Digital multimeter.
Earth resistance tester.
General Installation Requirement
1. Ensure all civil works are completed for the area including floor paint to carry out the
installation, and clearance is obtained from respective authorities to proceed further.
2. Prior to start the installation, refer to the approved shop drawings related to the area of
installation and ensure that required materials are available at site as per approved
material submittals.
3. Ensure the materials are stored properly and there is no mark of damage or deformity
of any kind before issuing the material from site store.
4. Transformer will be off loaded to the place nearest to the installation and protected
properly from dust & environment, etc.
5. Prior to installation, the foundation will be checked for cleanliness and level.
6. The unit will be inspected prior to shifting to site for any mechanical and structural
damage during transportation.
7. The name plate will be checked against equipment data sheet to confirm conformity
with the approval.
8. Ensure the installation of Transformers are carried out in accordance with
manufacturers and local authoritys installation recommendations, requirement of
applicable standards and in accordance with recognized industrial practices and
specified in project specification to ensure that installation complies with requirements.

Installation Procedure For Transformers

1. Where auxiliaries are shipped loose, these will be identified and checked against the
dispatch documents. Any item found missing or damaged will be noted to the supplier
immediately for the replacement / repair.
2.

Special attention shall be paid to the condition of instruments and monitoring devices
supplied loose or installed along with the transformer.

3. Transformer will be moved by crane using lifting lugs as per manufacturers,

recommendation and shall be positioned on Transformer base in plant yard.
Transformer will be moved over rails and brought to the position as indicated in the
drawing, after installation of wheels at base.
4. The installation will be checked by site electrical supervisor and engineer for proper
placement and orientation of Transformer.
5. After final positioning of transformer, all wheels will be locked to arrest any movements
of the transformer.
6. Transformer auxiliaries and instruments will be installed as per manufacturers
recommendation / guidance with close supervision of site Electrical supervisor and
Engineer.
7. HV and LV side termination shall be carried out as per approved drawings.
8. Transformer Earthing shall be done as per local authority Regulation, specification and
approved drawings.
9. Conduct risk assessment.
10. After inspection of Transformer and approval by local authority and Consultants, proper
care will be taken to protect the unit from dust by suitable covering, and shall further be
released for the Testing work.

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