Attachment A Generator System Specs
Attachment A Generator System Specs
ATTACHMENT A: SECTION 26 32 13
PART 1 GENERAL
This section provides two packaged diesel engine generator systems that include but are not
limited to engine generator set, cooling system, combustion air intake and engine exhaust
systems, starting system, enclosure, and the additional features specified herein.
The generator sets provided under this specification section will be purchased directly by the
Owner from a generator manufacturer’s authorized distributor (“Supplier”) for installation by
the construction contractor (“Contractor”) under a separate construction contract providing
renovations to an existing facility to construct a new data center facility.
The generator set installation and related work shall conform to the requirements of all
applicable specification sections and drawings issued as a part of the overall project
construction contract
A. The generator set shall conform to the requirements of the following codes and standards for the
editions currently in effect:
A. Emergency or Standby Rating: Power output rating equal to the power the generator set
delivers continuously under normally varying load factors for the duration of a power outage,
with capability for 100% rated load for the duration of the power outage.
B. Operational Bandwidth: The total variation from the lowest to the highest value of a parameter
over the range of conditions indicated, expressed as a percentage of the nominal value of the
parameter.
C. Power Output Rating: Gross electrical power output of generator set minus total power
requirements of electric motor-driven accessories normally constituting part of the engine
assembly.
D. Steady-State Voltage Modulation: The uniform cyclical variation of voltage within the
operational bandwidth, expressed in Hz or cycles per second.
The installation of the power generation system shall include the following:
2. Control system
3. Cooling system
6. Mounting system
B. Functional Description: When the mode selector switch on the control and monitoring panel is
in the "automatic" position, remote control contacts in one or more separate automatic transfer
switches initiate the starting and stopping of the generator set. When the mode selector switch
is placed in the "on" position, the generator set shall start manually. The "off" position of the
same switch shall initiate shutdown of the generator set. When the unit is running, specified
system or equipment failures or derangements shall automatically shut the unit down and
initiate alarms. Operation of a remote emergency stop switch shall also shut down the unit.
Automatic transfer switches are specified in Section 16495.
C. The engine-generator and related work shall be provided as a complete and operable system, in
full compliance with all requirements on the drawings and all specifications requirements. The
drawings are diagrammatic and the specifications are performance-based, and the contractor
shall provide all work required to comply with the drawings and specifications, even if not
explicitly indicated or specified. The contractor shall be responsible for coordinating
installation of the engine-generator system with all field conditions and the work of other
trades. Minimum clearances and work required for compliance with NFPA 70 "National
Electrical Code" and the manufacturer’s instructions shall be provided.
D. All equipment shall be new and of current production by an international, power system
manufacturer of generators, transfer switches, and paralleling switchgear. The manufacturer
shall be a supplier of a complete and coordinated system. There will be single-source
responsibility for warranty, parts, and service through a factory-authorized representative with
factory-trained technicians. The power system shall be furnished by a single manufacturer who
shall be responsible for the design, coordination, and testing of the complete system. The
entire system shall be installed as shown on the plans, drawings, and specifications herein. The
equipment shall be produced by a manufacturer who is ISO 9001 certified for the design,
development, production and service of its complete product line. The power system shall be
produced by a manufacturer who has produced this type of equipment for a period of at least 10
years and who maintains a service organization available twenty-four hours a day throughout
the year. System manufacturer shall maintain a service center capable of providing training,
parts, and emergency maintenance and repairs at the Project site with 2 hours maximum
response time.
A. S - General: Unless specified otherwise, the Supplier shall submit the following documentation
with the RFP response to the Owner’s Representative. RFP responses without the specified
documentation or missing documentation may be rejected by the Owner’s Representative, at
the Owner’s Representative discretion. Submit and obtain approval of all product data, shop
drawings, wiring diagrams, protective device studies, coordination drawings, certifications, and
compliance certifications prior to release of equipment for fabrication.
B. S - Product data for products specified in this Section. Include data on features, performance,
components, and ratings, including KW, KVA, starting KVA, voltage dip, transient reactance,
sub transient reactance, and zero-sequence reactance. Include dimensioned outline plan and
elevation drawings of engine generator set and other system components. Submit certified total
harmonic current distortion ratings for voltage regulators.
C. S - Submit as a part of project closeout documentation O&M operation and maintenance data
for system and components for inclusion in Operating and Maintenance Manual specified in
Division 1 of the construction contract. Include all features and operating sequences, both
automatic and manual. List all factory settings of relays and provide relay setting and
calibration instructions. Include detailed operating instructions. Cover operation under both
normal and abnormal conditions.
D. S - Shop Drawings: Detail fabrication, piping, wiring, and installation of the field-installed
portions of the system. Include general arrangement drawings showing locations of auxiliary
components in relation to the engine generator set and duct, piping, and wiring connections
between the generator set and the auxiliary equipment. Show connections, mounting, and
support provisions and access and working space requirements.
E. S - Wiring Diagrams for System: Show power and control connections and distinguish
between factory-installed and field-installed wiring.
G. S - Qualification Data for Manufacturer: Include capabilities and experience data required to
demonstrate qualifications specified in Quality Assurance Article. Include list of five
completed projects with equipment similar to the system specified herein, with project names
and addresses and names of Engineers and Owners, plus other information specified.
I. S - Certified Summary of Prototype Unit Test Report: Submit certified copies of actual
prototype unit test report if subsequently requested.
J. S - Exhaust Emissions Test Report, where required by federal, state or local regulations.
L. S - Factory Test Reports: For units to be shipped for this Project showing evidence of
compliance with specified requirements.
M. S/C - After completion of field testing, submit field test report as a record of tests specified in
Part 3.
1. The purpose of the submittals specified herein is not only to show compliance with the
requirements, but is also for future identification, replacement, duplication, and
servicing.
2. The work described in all submittals shall be carefully checked by the contractor and
proposed equipment manufacturer for all clearances, including those required for
maintenance and servicing, field conditions, maintenance of architectural conditions, and
proper coordination. Each submittal shall include a certification by the contractor and
proposed equipment manufacturer that all related conditions have been checked and that
no conflict exists. No submittal will be reviewed without such certification.
3. Based on equipment drawings and diagrams provided by the Supplier as a part of project
submittals, the Contractor shall prepare complete coordination layout drawings and field
wiring diagrams for the generator set equipment, automatic transfer switches, and related
equipment. Layout drawings will verify equipment locations, conduit and wiring
provisions, and space allocated for maintenance and service. Layout drawings will
indicate code-required clearances and manufacturer-recommended clearances around all
equipment..
All drawings, etc., shall be submitted sufficiently in advance of field requirements to allow
ample time for checking, and no claim for extension of contract time will be granted to Supplier
or Contractor, by reason of his failure in this respect. All submittals shall be complete and shall
contain all required and detailed information. Submittals with multiple parts shall be submitted
as a complete package.
P. S - Compliance Certification:
Submit a complete copy of this specification section and all other related sections with each
paragraph and subparagraph marked with either "compliance," "deviation," or "alternate."
Submit copy of drawing equipment schedules and related drawing notes, marked in the same
manner as specified above for specification paragraphs. All deviations and alternates to the
specifications and drawings shall be fully described in attached documentation as to what the
contractor and manufacturer propose to provide. Approval of deviations and will remain within
the sole discretion of the Owner's Representative. If proposed deviations or alternates are
disapproved, the contractor shall provide equipment and materials in full compliance with the
specifications, at no additional cost and without schedule extension.
Q. S - Certifications:
1. Seismic Design and Testing Certificate:: Document compliance with all specification
and applicable building code requirements for equipment seismic design and testing.
2. EPA: Document compliance with all specification and applicable building code
requirements for equipment emissions.
D. Comply with NFPA 110, "Standard for Emergency and Standby Power Systems," for
requirements for a Level 1 emergency power supply system.
E. Listing and labeling: Electrical equipment shall be listed and labeled by Underwriter’s
Laboratories (UL), or another nationally recognized testing laboratory (NRTL). All equipment,
materials, and devices required to comply with referenced UL standards shall bear labeling
from the NRTL to verify compliance. Engine-generator sets shall be listed and labeled to UL
2200.
The Terms "Listed" and "Labeled": As defined in the "National Electrical Code," Article 100.
F. Engine Exhaust Emissions: Comply with applicable Federal, State, and local government
requirements.
from components that have proven compatibility and reliability and are coordinated to operate
as a unit as evidenced by records of prototype testing.
Supplier shall deliver engine generator set and system components to their final locations in
protective wrappings, containers, and other protection that will exclude dirt and moisture and
prevent damage from construction operations. Remove protection only after equipment is
made safe from such hazards. Supplier is responsible for transportation of equipment to the
project site unloading area designated by the Owner’s Representative. Contractor is
responsible for unloading of all equipment and provisions for safe and protected storage at the
project site until equipment is installed by the Contractor.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 S - MANUFACTURERS
A. Subject to compliance with this specification, generators shall be from one of the manufacturers
listed below:
Note: Listing of a manufacturer above does not commit the Owner to accepting any proposals
from a manufacturer listed. All proposals must include the submittal data listed in
paragraph “Submittals” specified hereinbefore. Substitutions and additional alternate
manufacturers shall not be permitted.
A. Service Conditions: Engine generator system shall operate within the following service
conditions without mechanical or electrical damage or degradation of performance capability:
B. Ratings: Voltage, frequency, and power output ratings of the system shall be as indicated on
the Engine-Generator Set Load Schedule.
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D. Safety Standard: Comply with ASME B15.1, "Safety Standard for Mechanical Power
Transmission Apparatus."
E. Nameplates: Each major system component shall be equipped with a conspicuous nameplate
of the component manufacturer. Nameplate shall identify manufacturer of origin and address,
and the model and serial number of the item.
G. Manufacturer: The engine-generator set along with all major items of auxiliary equipment shall
be manufactured by a manufacturer currently engaged in the production of such equipment.
The unit shall be factory-assembled and factory-tested before being shipped to the job site.
H. Local Service and Maintenance: The engine-generator and automatic transfer switch
manufacturer shall maintain a local service shop with an adequate stock of spare parts and
trained mechanics within 100 miles of the site.
I. Responsibility: The engine-generator set and its associated equipment shall be assembled,
tested, and shipped by one manufacturer who shall accept full responsibility for the quality and
performance of all components.
A. Steady-State Voltage Operational Bandwidth: 0.5 percent of rated output voltage from no load
to full load.
C. Transient Voltage Performance: Not more than 20 percent variation for 100 percent step-load
increase or decrease. Voltage shall recover to +/-0.5% of rated voltage within 1 second.
D. Steady-State Frequency Operational Bandwidth: 0.5 percent of rated frequency from no load to
full load.
E. Steady-State Frequency Stability: When the system is operating at any constant load within the
rated load, there shall be no random speed variations outside the steady-state operational band
and no regular or cyclical hunting or surging of speed.
H. Sustained Short-Circuit and Overload Current: For a 3-phase bolted short circuit at the system
output terminals, the generator shall supply a minimum of 250 percent of rated full-load current
for not less than 10 seconds and then clear the fault automatically, without damage to any
generator system component. The generator shall sustain 150% of continuous load current for
2 minutes with field set for rated load excitation.
I. Temperature Rise of Generator: Within acceptable limits for insulation systems used according
to NEMA MG1 when operating continuously at standby rating conditions.
J. Nonlinear Load Performance: System performance shall not be degraded from that specified in
this Article by operation with the non-linear loads specified hereinafter.
K. Starting Time: Maximum total time period for a cold start, with ambient temperature at the low
end of the specified range, shall be 8 seconds. Time period includes output voltage and
frequency settlement within specified steady-state bands, and load acceptance.
L. Generator Circuit Breakers: Ratings and features shall be as specified below in the generator
load schedule, unless recommended otherwise by the generator manufacturer as a part of
submittals and approved in writing by the Owner’s Representative. All circuit breakers
indicated to be provided with the generator set shall be enclosed within the generator housing,
either group mounted or provided in a panelboard assembly. Mounting method shall isolate the
control panel from generator set vibration.
1. For each generator set provide a factory installed, 100% rated circuit breakers rated at
400 amperes that are UL489 listed. Circuit breakers shall be sized for the rated ampacity
of the loads served by the breaker per the NEC. Circuit breakers shall be provided for:
a. Generator output line breaker (to ATS)
b. Generator output load bank breaker (for connection of a portable load bank)
c. Provide on all breakers key interlocks with keys as correct to prevent both line and
load bank breakers to be closed at the same time
2. The circuit breaker(s) shall incorporate an electronic trip device with the following
characteristics:
a. Adjustable long time delay
b. Adjustable short time delay
c. Instantaneous
6. Load side lugs shall be provided from the factory. The line circuit breaker shall include
auxiliary contacts, shunt trip, undervoltage trip, alarm switch, and overcurrent switch
functionality. Load side breaker connections made at the factory shall be separated from
field connections.
7. The shunt trip device shall be connected to trip the generator breaker when the
generator-set is shut down by other protective devices.
8. When GFI is required per the NEC, additional neutrals shall be factory installed, and the
alarm indication shall be integrated with the generator-set alarms.
9. Barriers to provide segregation of wiring from an emergency source to emergency loads
from all other wiring and equipment, if required by the NEC, shall be provided.
2. KW, KVA, starting KVA, and voltage dip performance specified for the load schedule
specified below.
b. 130°C alternator temperature rise rating while operating in the ambient conditions
specified hereinbefore for standby duty
c. Engine brake horsepower shall be sufficient to deliver full rated generator set
kW/kVA when operated at rated rpm and equipped with all engine-mounted
parasitic and external loads such as radiator fans and power generators.
d. Alternator pitch: 2/3 pitch, unless recommended otherwise by generator
manufacturer and documented in equipment submittals.
e. The engine shall be EPA certified from the factory
f. Motor starting performance and voltage dip determinations shall be based on the
complete generator set. The generator set shall be capable of supplying 980
locked rotor KVA minimum for starting motor loads with a maximum
instantaneous voltage dip of 35%, as measured by a digital RMS transient
recorder in accordance with IEEE Standard 115. Motor starting performance and
voltage dip determination that does not account for all components affecting total
voltage dip, i.e., engine, alternator, voltage regulator, and governor will not be
acceptable. As such, the generator set shall be prototype tested to optimize and
determine performance as a generator set system.
g. The generator set must accept rated load in one-step with a maximum
instantaneous voltage dip of 35%, as measured by a digital RMS transient
recorder in accordance with IEEE Standard 115.
h. Refer to the load schedule below as a basis for the computer calculations by
generator manufacturer to verify proposed generator and engine ratings for
compliance with specified/indicated ratings and applied loads indicated in the
generator load schedule.
GENERATOR SET LOAD SCHEDULE - TYPICAL FOR GENERATOR "A" & GENERATOR "B" RUN START VOLT FREQ VOLT
STEP DELAY LOAD TYPE LOAD DESCRIPTION QTY KW KVA PF KW KVA PF DIP % DIP % DIST %
1.1 0 SEC UPS - 3 PH; IGBT; 1/2 LOAD 70KW/KVA UPS -18% BATT CHG 2 86.09 101.29 0.85 86.09 101.29 0.85
1.2 0 SEC LED LIGHTING EVENLY DISTRIBUTED; FILTERED BALLAST 1 0.93 0.98 0.95 0.93 0.98 0.95
1.3 0 SEC LED LIGHTING EVENLY DISTRIBUTED; FILTERED BALLAST 1 0.50 0.63 0.80 0.50 0.63 0.80
1.4 0 SEC OFFICE EQPT 3 PH NON-LINEAR LOAD 1 4.50 5.27 0.85 4.50 5.27 0.85
1.5 0 SEC AIR COND 1 PH A-C CU-5 UPS RM A/C COND; X-LINE; PH A-C 2 3.90 5.49 0.71 20.30 33.28 0.61
1.6 0 SEC NON-LINEAR LOAD 3 PH 1 2.00 2.22 0.90 2.00 2.22 0.90
1.7 0 SEC MISC. LINEAR LOAD 3 PH 1 3.00 3.00 1.00 3.00 3.00 1.00
1 0 SEC STEP TOTAL 100.92 118.24 0.85 117.32 144.36 0.81 8.46 7.21 3.51
1 0 SEC CUM.TOTAL 100.92 118.24 0.85
2.1 30 SEC AIR CONDITIONING AIR COOLED CONDENSER; X-LINE; 3 PH 3 19.11 24.69 0.77 76.32 149.64 0.51
2.2 30 SEC AIR CONDITIONING IN-ROW A/C COMPRESSOR; VFD; 3 PH 3 35.88 46.00 0.78 41.40 46.00 0.90
2 30 SEC STEP TOTAL 54.99 70.69 0.78 117.72 189.71 0.62 10.70 7.24 7.38
2 30 SEC CUM.TOTAL 155.91 188.55 0.83
3.1 60 SEC MISC. LINEAR LOAD IN-ROW ELECTRIC HEAT; 3 PH 3 24.75 24.75 1.00 24.75 24.75 1.00
3 60 SEC STEP TOTAL 24.75 24.75 1.00 24.75 24.75 1.00 1.28 0.59 7.38
3 60 SEC CUM.TOTAL 180.66 209.48 0.86
- - GRAND TOTAL 180.66 209.48 0.86 10.70 7.24 7.38
GENERATOR PERFORMANCE SUMMARY
ALTITUDE: 750 FEET MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE VOLTAGE DIP: 10.70% MINIMUM ALT. STARTING KVA AT 35% V DIP 980
MAX TEMP 95 DEGREES F MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE FREQUENCY DIP: 7.24% MINIMUM REQUIRED KW/KVA RATING 255/318
MIN BHP: 385 HP MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE HARMONIC DIST: 7.38% MINIMUM SITE RATED KW 252.45
MIN DISPL: 548 CU IN MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE GENSET % LOADED: 71.56% GENSET VOLTAGE 480/277
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. THE SCHEDULE ABOVE INDICATES THE CONFIGURATION AND TIMING OF STEP LOADING USED TO DETERMINE THE REQUIRED GENERATOR RATINGS FOR THE PROJECT.
2. PROVIDE PROGRAMMING OF EQUIPMENT AND CONTROLS TO ACHIEVE THE TIME DELAYS INDICATED BELOW FOR RESTARTING EQUIPMENT AFTER LOSS OF POWER.
3. COORDINATE PROGRAMMING OF RESTART TIME DELAYS AMONG THE EQUIPMENT AND RELATED CONTROL SYSTEMS THAT PERTAIN TO THE EQUIPMENT LISTED.
4. TIME DELAYS INDICATED ARE FROM T=0 WHEN ALL GENERATORS ARE CONNECTED VIA ATS TO EQPT.
5. VERIFY EQUIPMENT RATINGS AND LOADS DURING SUBMITTALS REVIEW AND ADJUST STEPS/TIME DELAYS WHERE NEEDED TO ACCOMMODATE PROPOSED EQUIPMENT RATINGS
6. TIME DELAYS INDICATED FOR NON-CONTROLLED LOADS ARE ASSUMED TIME SEQUENCES FOR PURPOSES OF GENERATOR SIZING CALCULATIONS FOR LOAD PROFILE.
A. Power Output Rating: Nominal ratings as indicated, with capacity as required to operate as a
unit as evidenced by records of prototype testing.
B. Mounting Base: The engine-generator manufacturer shall assemble the engine and generator to
a common base. The generator set base shall be designed and built by the engine-generator
manufacturer to resist deflection, maintain alignment, and minimize resonant linear vibration.
Mounting base shall have adequate strength and rigidity to maintain alignment of mounted
components without dependence on a concrete foundation. The base shall be constructed of
formed steel "C" channel members with a minimum thickness of 0.25 inches. The base
arrangement shall incorporate a common interior width for furnishing dedicated stub up areas
for mechanical and electrical connections. Steel cross members shall support genset and add
rigidity to base with vibration isolators installed between generator set and supports. The base
shall have provisions at each corner for overhead lifting. End caps shall be added to the base
for the overhead lifting.
C. Rigging Diagram: Inscribed on a metal plate permanently attached to the skid. Diagram
indicates location and lifting capacity of each lifting attachment and location of the center of
gravity.
2.6 S - ENGINE
A. Comply with NFPA 37, "Stationary Combustion Engines and Gas Turbines."
1. Oil Pump: The lubrication oil pump shall be a positive displacement type that is integral
with the engine and driven from the engine crankshaft. The system shall incorporate full
flow filtration with bypass valve to continue lubrication in the event of filter clogging.
2. Bypass Valve: The bypass valve shall be integral with the engine filter base or
receptacle. Systems where bypass valves are located in the replaceable oil filter are not
acceptable. Pistons shall be oil cooled by continuous jet spray to the underside or inside
of the crown and piston pin.
5. Filter and Strainer: Rated to remove 90 percent of particles 5 microns and smaller while
passing full flow.
5. Thermostatic Control Valve: Controls flow in the system to maintain optimum oil
temperature. Unit shall be capable of full flow and shall be designed to be fail-safe.
E. Engine Fuel System: Comply with NFPA 30, "Flammable and Combustible Liquids." System
includes:
1. Integral Injection Pumps: Driven by the engine camshaft. Pumps shall be adjustable for
timing and cylinder pressure balancing.
2. Main Fuel Pump: Mounted on the engine. Pump shall maintain adequate primary fuel
flow under starting and load conditions.
4. Relief/Bypass Valve: Automatically regulates pressure in the fuel line and returns
excess fuel to the source.
F. Jacket Coolant Heater: Electric immersion type, factory-installed in the jacket coolant system,
and rated for the voltage provided in the circuit indicated. Unit shall be rated and
thermostatically controlled to maintain an engine temperature of 78 degrees F at the low end of
the ambient temperature range specified under "Environmental Conditions" above. Provide
manual shutoff valves to isolate the heater during servicing.
G. Speed Governor: Adjustable isochronous electronic type, with speed sensing, providing 0.25%
maximum steady-state frequency regulation.
D. Temperature Control: Self-contained thermostatic control valve shall modulate coolant flow
automatically to maintain optimum constant coolant temperature as recommended by the
engine manufacturer. Features shall include:
2. Actuator Design: Normally-open valves to return to open position when actuator fails.
E. Coolant Hose: Flexible assembly with nonporous rubber inside surface and aging, ultraviolet,
and abrasion-resistant fabric outer covering.
1. Rating: 50 psi maximum working pressure with 180 deg F coolant, and noncollapsible
under vacuum.
2. End Fittings: Flanges or steel pipe nipples with clamps to suit piping and equipment
connections.
A. System shall comply with NFPA 30, "Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code," and NFPA
37, "Standard for Stationary Combustion Engines and Gas Turbines."
1. Tank capacity shall supply fuel to the engine for an uninterrupted period of 72 hours
operation at 100 percent of rated power output of the engine generator system without
being refilled, with a minimum capacity of 1270 gallons of diesel fuel.
2. 3. The sub-base fuel system shall be listed under UL 142, subsection entitled Special
Purpose Tanks EFVT category, and will bear their mark of UL Approval according to
their particular classification.
3. Provide a fuel filtration system with connections to both generator tanks. Fuel filtration
system shall be "FUELTEC" model CF4.0-PLC or an approved equal. This system shall
meet or exceed ISO cleanliness levels of 18/16/13 with a water content of less than
0.05%. Diesel fuel shall meet this ISO level after one pass through the fuel filtration
system. System shall be complete with a one micron primary filter, micro-glass
filter/coalescer, and Teflon coated stainless steel hydrophobic water separator. Provide
with 36" X 42" X 14" aluminum enclosure, pumps, filters, etc. and mounting post with
base.
4. The above ground steel secondary containment rectangular tank for use as a sub base for
diesel generators is manufactured and intended to be installed in accordance with the
Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code-NFPA 30, the Standard for Installation and
Use of Stationary Combustible Engine and Gas Turbines-NFPA 37, and Emergency and
Standby Power Systems-NFPA 110.
5. The primary tank shall be rectangular in shape and constructed in clam shell fashion to
ensure maximum structural integrity and allow the use of a full throat fillet weld.
6. Steel Channel Support System. Reinforced steel box channel for generator support, with a
load rating of 5,000 lbs. per generator mounting hole location. Full height gussets at
either end of channel and at generator mounting holes shall be utilized.
7. Exterior Finish. The sub-base tank exterior finish shall be a polyurea-textured rubberized
coating.
8. Normal venting shall be sized in accordance with the American Petroleum Institute
Standard No 2000, Venting Atmospheric and Low Pressure Storage Tanks not less than
1-1/4" (3 cm.) nominal inside diameter and at a height of no less than 11 feet abouve
grade.
9. The emergency vent opening shall be sized to accommodate the total capacity of both
normal and emergency venting and shall be not less than that derived from NFPA 30,
table 2-8, and based on the wetted surface area of the tank. The wetted area of the tank
shall be calculated on the basis of 100 percent of the primary tank. The vent is to be
spring-pressure operated: opening pressure is 0.5/psig and full opening pressure is 2.5
psig. The emergency relief vent is to be sized to accommodate the total venting capacity
of both normal and emergency vents.
10. A direct reading, UL listed, magnetic fuel level gauge with a hermetically sealed, vacuum
tested dial, to eliminate fogging, with Fuel level read out at generator controller shall be
provided .
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11. A float switch for remote or local annunciation of a (50% standard) low fuel level condition
shall be supplied.
12. High fuel level switch - A fuel level switch will be installed in the tank and the contacts
will close when the fuel level reaches 90%.
13. Fuel fill option - The fuel fill is equipped with an OSHPD and IBC approved 5 gallon
above ground fill/spill container with auto shut off feature that contains fuel overfill
spills that may occur during fill-ups.
B. Connections from Engine to Exhaust System: Flexible section of corrugated stainless steel
pipe.
C. Connection from Exhaust Pipe to Muffler: Stainless-steel expansion joint with liners.
E. Discharge: Provide elbow and vertical riser, with hinged rain cap. Supports and bracing as
recommended by the manufacturer.
A. Description: 24 V electric starting system with negative ground, and including the following
items:
1. Components: Rated so they will not be damaged during a full engine-cranking cycle
with the ambient temperature at the maximum specified in paragraph "Environmental
Conditions."
4. Battery shall comply with SAE J537, "Storage Batteries," and shall have adequate
capacity within the ambient temperature range specified in paragraph "Environmental
Conditions" to provide the specified cranking cycle series at least three times without
recharging. Provide BCI group 31 batteries for all each generator which must meet the
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5. Battery Cable: Size as recommended by the generator set manufacturer for the required
cable length. Include required interconnecting conductors and connection accessories.
A. Configuration: Operating and safety indications, protective devices, basic system controls, and
engine gages shall be grouped on a common control and monitoring panel mounted on the
generator set.
B. Controller
controller faceplate.
7. Alarm Horn. The controller shall provide an alarm horn that
sounds when any faults or warnings are present. The horn shall also
sound when the controller is not in the AUTO mode.
8. Lamp Test Button. When this button is depressed, it shall test all
controller lamps.
9. Alarm Off. This button will silence the alarm horn when the unit is
AUTO.
10. Panel lights shall be supplied as standard.
5. Control Functional Requirements
a. The generator controller shall display and monitor the following engine and
alternator functions and allow adjustments of certain parameters at the
controller:
1. Field-programmable time delay for engine start. Adjustment range
0-5 minutes in 1 second increments.
2. Field-programmable time delay engine cool down. Adjustment
range 0-10 minutes in 1 second increments.
3. Capability to start and run at user-adjustable idle speed during
warm-up for a selectable time period (0-10 minutes), until engine
reaches preprogrammed temperature, or as supported by ECM-
equipped engine.
4. The idle function including engine cooldown at idle speed.
5. Real-time clock and calendar for time stamping of events.
6. Output with adjustable timer for an ether injection starting system.
Adjustment range, 0-10 seconds
7. Output for shedding of loads if the generator set reaches a user
programmable percentage of its kW rating. Load shed shall also be
enabled if the generator set output frequency falls below 59 Hz.
8. Programmable cyclic cranking that provides up to 30 seconds of
programmable cyclic cranking and up to 60 seconds rest with up to 6
cycles.
9. The capability to reduce controller current battery draw, for
applications where no continuous battery charging is available. The
controller vacuum fluorescent display should turn off automatically
after the controller is inactive for 5 minutes.
10. Control logic with alternator protection for overload and short
circuit matched to each individual alternator and duty cycle.
11. Control logic with RMS digital voltage regulation. The system
shall have integral microprocessor based voltage regulator system that
provides +/- 0.25% voltage regulation no-load to full load with three
phase sensing. A separate voltage regulator is not acceptable. The
digital voltage regulator shall be applicable to single- or three-phase
systems. The system shall be prototype tested and control variation of
voltage to frequency. The voltage regulator shall be adjustable at the
controller with maximum +/- 20% adjustable of nominal voltage.
12. The capability to exercise the generator set by programming a
running time into the controller. This feature shall also be
programmable through the PC software.
13. Alternator thermal overload protection. The system shall have
integral alternator overload and short circuit protection matched to each
alternator for the particular voltage and phase configuration.
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p. Overcurrent
q. Speed sensor fault
r. Weak battery
s. Alternator protection activated
6. Control Monitoring Requirements
a. The generator set shall have alarms and status indication lamps that show
non-automatic status and warning and shutdown conditions. The controller
shall indicate with a warning lamp and or alarm and on the digital display
screen any shutdown, warning or engine fault condition that exists in the
generator set system. The following alarms and shutdowns shall exist as a
minimum:
1. All monitored functions must be viewable on the control
panel display.
2. The following generator set functions shall be monitored:
a. All output voltages - single phase, three phase, line to line,
and line to neutral, 0.25% accuracy
b. All single phase and three phase currents, 0.25% accuracy
c. Output frequency, 0.25% accuracy
d. Power factor by phase with leading/lagging indication
e. Total instantaneous kilowatt loading and kilowatts per
phase, 0.5% accuracy
f. kVARS total and per phase, 0.5% accuracy
g. kVA total and per phase, 0.5% accuracy
h. kW hours
i. A display of percent generator set duty level (actual kW
loading divided by the kW rating)
3. Engine parameters listed below shall be monitored, as available
with ECM equipped engines
a. Coolant temperature both in English and metric units
b. Oil pressure in English and metric units
c. Battery voltage
d. RPM
e. Lube oil temperature
f. Lube oil level
g. Crankcase pressure
h. Coolant level
i. Coolant pressure
j. Fuel pressure
k. Fuel temperature
l. Fuel rate
m. Fuel used during the last run
n. Ambient temperature
4. Operational records shall be stored in the control beginning at
system startup.
a. Run time hours
b. Run time loaded hours
c. Run time unloaded hours
d. Number of starts
e. Factory test date
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9. Communications accessories
a. Supply a Modbus to Ethernet Converter that provides one RJ45 jack for
standard Ethernet 10/100 connection, and a terminal block for RS-485
connection, and is powered by 12 VDC. The Baud rate on the Modbus RTU
side shall be selectable 9600 or 19200. The converter shall support Simple
Network Management Protocol (SNMP) users to poll or issue trap
commands.
10. Remote annunciator panel - The remote annunciator shall meet NFPA 110, Level 1
requirements and enable remote viewing of the generator status. The panel shall be
connected to the generator controller via either network communication wires or via
hard wired connections. Remote annunciator shall also indicate ATS source availability,
contactor position, and loaded or unloaded test for up to four transfer switches. The
panel shall have the capability to be either flush- mounted or surface-mounted. The
annunciator shall meet UL508 requirements
C. Supporting Items: Include sensors, transducers, terminals, relays, and other devices, and wiring
required to support specified items. Locate sensors and other supporting items on engine,
generator, or elsewhere as indicated. Where not indicated, locate to suit manufacturer's
standard.
G. Wiring: Provide types and number of conductors required in conduit to provide the functions
specified.
B. Drive: Generator shaft shall be directly connected to the engine shaft. Exciter shall be rotated
integrally with generator rotor.
C. Electrical Insulation: NEMA Class H. Temperature rise of rotor and stator shall be limited to
the temperature rise indicated on the generator set schedule.
D. Stator Winding Leads: Brought out to terminal box to permit future reconnection for other
voltages if required.
E. Construction shall prevent mechanical, electrical, and thermal damage due to vibration,
overspeed up to 125 percent of rating, and heat during operation at rated capacity.
F. Excitation system shall be brushless, permanent magnet type, and shall derive excitation
current from a pilot exciter mounted on the rotor shaft. Exciter shall enable the generator to
provide the short circuit current specified hereinafter in paragraph "System Performance."
H. Enclosure: Dripproof.
1. Adjusting rheostat on control and monitoring panel provides plus or minus 10 percent
adjustment of output voltage operating band.
2. Voltage regulator shall be suitable for use with non-linear and silicon-controlled rectifier
(SCR) loads, and shall be designed to maintain voltage control with at least 20% total
harmonic current distortion. Provide additional circuitry and filtering as required for the
application and to comply with all specifications.
L. Strip Heater: Thermostatically controlled unit arranged to maintain stator windings above the
dew point.
M. Alternator:
1. The alternator shall be salient-pole, brushless, pitch as indicated on the generator load
schedule, with 4 bus bar provision for external connections, self-ventilated, with drip-
proof construction and amortisseur rotor windings, and skewed for smooth voltage
waveform. The ratings shall meet the NEMA standard (MG1-32.40) temperature rise
limits. The insulation shall be class H per UL1446 and the varnish shall be a vacuum
pressure impregnated, fungus resistant epoxy. Temperature rise of the rotor and stator shall
be limited to 130°C Standby. The PMG based excitation system shall be of brushless
construction controlled by a digital, three phase sensing, solid- state, voltage regulator. The
AVR shall be capable of proper operation under severe nonlinear loads and provide
individual adjustments for voltage range, stability and volts-per-hertz operations. The
AVR shall be protected from the environment by conformal coating. The waveform
harmonic distortion shall not exceed 5% total RMS measured line-to-line at full rated load.
The TIF factor shall not exceed 50.
2. The alternator shall have a maintenance-free bearing, designed for 40000 hour B10 life.
The alternator shall be directly connected to the flywheel housing with a semi-flexible
coupling between the rotor and the flywheel.
3. The generator shall be inherently capable of sustaining at least 300% of rated current for at
least 10 seconds under a 3-phase symmetrical short circuit without the addition of separate
current-support devices.
A. Internal and external supports for components, supports, and fastenings for equipment, piping,
and wiring shall be designed to withstand static or anticipated seismic forces, or both, in all
directions. The generator set shall be IBC Certified as meeting the required maximum seismic
design acceleration level per the International Building Code in effect at the time of issuance of
this specification for the specific location of the generator installation site. The generator shall
be analyzed or shake tested by a third party, accompanied by a Certificate of Compliance, and
include a seismic label on the generator set (per Section 1702 of the IBC Code). Seismic
certified generators shall be installed per the specific seismic instructions provided by the
manufacturer.
1. The generator set shall be supplied with a Sound Attenuated Enclosure, providing a sound
pressure of 75 dB(A) while the generator is operating at 100% load at 7 meters (23 feet)
- free field - using acoustic insulation and acoustic-lined inlet hoods, constructed from
high strength, low alloy 14 gauge galvanized steel. The acoustic insulation used shall
meet UL 94 HF1 flammability classification. The enclosure shall be manufactured from
bolted panels to facilitate service, future modifications, or field replacement. The
enclosure shall use external vertical air inlet and outlet hoods with 90 degree angles to
discharge air up and reduce noise. The enclosure shall have an integral rodent guard and
skid end caps and shall have bracing to meet 241 kph (150 mph) wind loading.
2. The enclosure components and skid shall be cleaned with a two-stage alkaline cleaning
process to remove grease, grit, and grime from parts. Components shall then be
subjected to a zirconium-based conversion coating process to prepare the metal for
electrocoat adhesion. All enclosure parts shall receive an 100% epoxy primer
electrocoat with high-edge protection. Following the electrocoat process, the parts shall
be finish coated with powder baked paint for corrosion-resistance.
3. The enclosure must surpass a 3,000 hour salt spray corrosion test per ASTM B-1117.
4. Enclosures will be finished in the manufacturer's standard color.
5. The enclosures shall allow the generator set to operate at full load in an ambient temperature
of 50°C with no additional derating of the electrical output of the generator set.
6. Enclosures shall be equipped with sufficient side and end doors to allow access for
operation, inspection, and service of the unit and all options. Minimum requirements are
two doors per side. When the generator set controller faces the rear of the generator set,
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an additional rear facing door is required. Access to the controller and main line circuit
breaker shall meet the requirements of the National Electric Code.
7. Doors shall be fitted with hinges, hardware, and the doors shall be removable.
8. Doors shall be equipped with lockable latches. Locks shall be keyed alike. Door locks shall
be recessed to minimize potential of damage to door/enclosure.
9. A duct between the radiator and air outlet shall be provided to prevent re-circulation of hot
air.
10. The complete exhaust system shall be internal to the enclosure.
11. The critical silencer shall be fitted with a tailpipe and rain cap.
B. Space Heater: Provide a space heater where determined necessary by the manufacturer in order
to comply with specification requirements for cranking capacity and environmental conditions.
If required, provide complete with all required accessories and wiring, including field wiring.
2.16 S - FINISHES
A. Factory Tests: Include prototype testing and Project-specific equipment tests (equipment
manufactured specifically for this Project).
B. Prototype Testing: Performed on a separate engine generator set using the same engine model,
constructed of identical or equivalent components and equipped with identical or equivalent
accessories.
1. Tests: Conform to those required for Level 1 energy converters in paragraphs 3.2.1,
3.2.1.1, and 3.2.1.2 of NFPA 110. In addition, provide the following testing:
2. Components and Accessories: Items furnished with installed unit that are not identical
to those on tested prototype have been acceptably tested to demonstrate compatibility
and reliability.
C. Project-Specific Equipment Tests: Test engine generator set and other system components and
accessories prior to shipment. Test items individually and assembled and connected as a
complete system at the factory in a manner equivalent to that required at the Project site.
Record and report test data. Conform to SAE 8528, "Engine Power Test Code-Spark Ignition
and Diesel," and the following:
1. Test Equipment: Use instruments calibrated within the previous 12 months and with
accuracy directly traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology
(NIST).
2. Hydrostatic Test: Perform on radiator, heat exchanger, and engine water jacket.
3. Generator Tests: Conform to IEEE 115, "Test Procedures for Synchronous Machines."
a. Fuel consumption.
b. Exhaust temperature.
c. Jacket water temperature.
d. Lubricating oil temperature and pressure.
e. Generator load current and voltage, each phase.
f. Generator system gross and net output kW.
6. Observation of Test: Provide 2-week advance notice of tests and opportunity for
observation of test by Owner's representatives.
7. Report test results within 10 days of completion of test and issue a certified test record to
Owner’s Representative prior to shipment.
2.18 S - WARRANTY
1. Warranty and Service: The generator set shall include a standard warranty covering one
(1) year or 2000 hours, whichever occurs first, to guarantee against defective material
and workmanship in accordance with the manufacturer's published warranty from the
date of initial startup. The generator set manufacturer and its distributor shall maintain a
24-hour parts and service organization. This organization shall regularly engage in
maintenance contract programs to perform preventive maintenance and service on
equipment similar to that specified. A service agreement shall be available and shall
include system operation under simulated operating conditions; adjustment to the
generator set, transfer switch, and switchgear controls as required, and certification in the
owner's maintenance log of repairs made and functional tests performed on all systems.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 C - INSTALLATION
A. Anchor generator set and other system components on concrete bases conforming to specified
requirements and as indicated. Provide anchorage according to manufacturer's
recommendations.
D. Manufacturer's Field Services: Arrange and pay for the services of a factory-authorized service
representative to supervise the installing, connecting, testing, and adjusting of the unit.
1. Battery Tests: Measure charging voltage and voltages between available battery
terminals for full-charging and float-charging conditions. Check electrolyte level and
specific gravity under both conditions. Test for contact integrity of all connectors.
Perform an integrity load test and a capacity load test for the battery. Verify acceptance
of charge for each element of battery after discharge. Verify measurements are within
manufacturer's specifications.
2. Battery Charger Tests: Verify specified rates of charge for both equalizing and float-
charging conditions.
3. System Integrity Tests: Methodically verify proper installation, connection, and integrity
of each element of engine generator system before and during system operation. Check
for air, exhaust, and fluid leaks.
5. Load Test: Provide a temporary variable resistive load bank capable of simulating kW
of load for which unit is rated. Run unit at 25, 50, and 75 percent of rated capacity for
30 minutes each, and at 100 percent for 3 hours. Record voltage, frequency, load
current, battery-charging current, power output, oil pressure, and coolant temperature
periodically during the test.
a. Fuel, lubricating oil, and antifreeze shall be checked for conformity to the
manufacturer's recommendations, under the environmental conditions present and
expected.
b. Accessories that normally function while the set is standing by shall be checked
prior to cranking the engine. These shall include: block heaters, battery chargers,
alternator strip heaters, remote annunciators, etc.
c. Generator set startup under test mode to check for exhaust leaks, path of exhaust
gases outside the building, cooling air flow, movement during starting and
stopping, vibration during operation, normal and emergency line-to-line voltage
and frequency, and phase rotation.
d. Automatic start by means of a simulated power outage to test remote-automatic
starting, transfer of the load, and automatic shutdown. Prior to this test, all
transfer switch timers shall be adjusted for proper system coordination. Engine
coolant temperature, oil pressure, and battery charge level along with generator set
voltage, amperes, and frequency shall be monitored throughout the test
C. Retest: Correct deficiencies identified by tests and observations and retest until specified
requirements are met.
E. Coordinate testing and training with testing/training of automatic transfer switches and run
them concurrently.
3.4 C - CLEANING
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A. Upon completion of installation, inspect system components. Remove paint splatters and other
spots, dirt, and debris. Touch up scratches and mars of finish to match original finish. Clean
components internally using methods and materials recommended by manufacturer.
D. Schedule training at Owner’s convenience with at least 14-day advance written notice.
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