The document discusses the testing and commissioning process for a Main Distribution Board (MDB). It describes three key cases for testing the MDB: 1) Testing only the interconnecting cables between transformers and MDBs which involves physical inspection, Megger testing, and energizing the panel while recording readings. 2) Repeating the steps from case 1 for all cables coming to the panel. 3) Additional steps that must be taken like inspections and permitting when work is being done on cables connected to an upstream panel to minimize shutdowns.

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MDB is panel under power distribution system which consists of a fuse, circuit breakers and ground leakage protection units.
Where electrical energy is taken from a transformer or an upstream panel to distribute electrical power to numerous individual
circuits or consumer points.
After installing the panel including proper terminations into each breaker, the same shall be offered up for an inspection from
consultants. Earth fault loop impedance test & earth leakage test for LV Distribution Board shall be done & recorded in the
prescribed format.
There are different cases in testing the MDB:
Case 1: Only interconnecting cable between transformers and MDB’s
Physically inspect cable length for any damage and peel off of outer sheath
Inspect and confirm all cable endings (Breaker / Busbar / Terminal Blocks cables) including phase sequence/rotation and
isolation sleeve.
Clean the panel before the tests, conduct the Megger test to check the insulation resistance. Minimum Insulation Resistance
is 20 MΩ. Rectify problem if reading obtained is below 20 MΩ.
After physical inspection and megger test are passed or rectified, Turn ON the panel respectively while at the “OFF” position
receiving the end incoming breaker.
Record the instrument reading.
Pad Lock receives the end Panel Incoming circuit breaker in the “OFF” position and returns the key to the administrator who
keeps the key inside the key box.
Clean the area of the panel from conducting materials. Arrange and lay approved rubber mat around “energized” panel.
Case 2:
Repeat the steps in Case 1 for all cables coming to the panel.
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Case 3:
In order to minimize unnecessary shutdown and or deprive others of the opportunity to access the “Upstream” panel, all work
including cable laying and terminations removed from the “Upstream” panel must be completed before applying for PTW.
Physically inspect each cable length from the “upstream” panel to each sub-system such as MDBs, SMDBs, Lift and
Escalator, AHUs etc. is properly terminated and free of cable skirmishes requiring repair work. Upon completion, proceed to
step (iii).
Apply for a work permit (PTW) describing in detail the type of work to be carried out, the “extent” of the required electrical
insulation, the place of work and the expected duration (time to complete work).
Confirm Administrator had an upstream and downstream circuit breaker Shutdown / Open Incoming and an appropriate
“Warning Sign” displayed against these two circuit breakers.
Keep the key/s given by Administrator and repeat steps (i) through (iii) as in Case 1 until work is completed. Turn “Off” all
feeder circuit breakers.
When satisfied with the work, withdraw the men and equipment from the site and return PTW.
Arrange a Final Inspection for “Complete” Panel/Switchboard.
Arrange Permit To Run (PTR) if you need to test run downstream sub-system like AHU, FCU, Pumps etc.
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