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2General scope of services ............................................................................................................................9
2.1Routine test ............................................................................................................................11
This document describes the preconditions when testing drives. The fulfillment of these
preconditions is the basis for achieving the smoothest possible testing process and maximum
possible customer satisfaction.
The following drive tests are described:
● Routine tests
● Tests that are offered as standard
Note
If the scope of testing and inspection cannot fulfill all customer requirements, please consult
your Siemens sales advisor at head office.
A variable-speed drive can include the following components:
● Induction motor, synchronous motor or PEM motor with or without speed encoder
● SINAMICS drives
● Drive transformer
● Cooling unit for water-cooled drives
● Small PLCs with drive functionality.
The Nuremberg Vogelweiherstrasse factory offers test equipment adapted to these types of
systems.
Note
Contact your sales person if additional components must be taken into account for your
particular project.
Scope of services offered
2
Unless otherwise stated in the quotation, the scope of services includes all activities,
equipment, materials and expendables required to perform the specified tests. The deadline
and testing period stated, and the quoted cost, can be met only if all the test and inspection
procedures to be performed are clarified in detail in advance. Due to the high capacity utilization
of the associated equipment, it might not be possible to carry out individual inspections and
tests that are requested late if the planned test is already in progress.
If you have received specific requirements from your customer, please send these as soon as
possible – with the necessary key data – to the Nuremberg Vogelweiherstrasse factory.
Sequence of a customer acceptance
A customer acceptance test is generally executed in the sequence:
1. Installation and commissioning of the components before the customer arrives.
2. Kickoff with presentation of the test schedule and discussion of individual steps in the
acceptance test workflow.
3. Execution of the tests according to the test schedule
4. Discussion of the test results
5. Preparation of test documentation for the customer.
The test documentation is created before or after the customer leaves depending on the
scope of testing and the time schedule.
Components provided by the customer must be available in plenty of time so that tests can be
carried out on time. The Nuremberg Vogelweiherstrasse factory has no access to components
that are not within the PD LD scope of supply. This also applies to components ordered from
other Siemens' Groups. The technical data for these components is required at the latest eight
weeks before the start of the acceptance test, e.g.:
● Dimensions
● Weights
● Energy Requirement
● Interfaces
Location of the customer acceptance
All customer acceptance tests in the test fields for drives are performed as part of the
manufacturing process.
Note
Limited number of persons in the test field
For safety reasons, the number of persons in the test field is limited. In addition to the regional
sales partner, only two persons from the customer are permitted in the test field at the same
time.
Note
Test without load motors or multipulse infeeds via transformers in the test field
Some tests are simulated or performed in test mode with limited rated data.
Note
Tests with the customer's own cooling units or excitation equipment
If the customer's own cooling units or excitation equipment are to be tested, a system test can
be ordered with option F97.
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2.1Routine test
During production, the drive is subject to an internal routine test.
The visual inspection is performed to ensure that the equipment complies with the order
specifications. The tests are carried out with the drive in a no-voltage condition.
The visual inspection together with the customer – or with the company accepting the
equipment – is carried out with the drive installed and labeled. Each test step is documented in
the acceptance report with the specific results of the step.
The visual inspection is part of the function test (F72, F73).
Visual inspectionOrder codes
● Rating plate
● Housing degree of protection
● Electrical cabinet components
● Cable installation
● Cable markings
● Setting values of circuit breakers, if used
● Dimensions
Without the
customer
present
-
With the cus‐
tomer
present
F03
See also
Visual inspection (Page 16)
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2.3Function tests
The drive functions are tested according to IEC 61800-5-1. In addition, excerpts from additional
standards apply, which are listed in the relevant chapters as well as internal Siemens directives
within the scope of quality assurance.
The function tests are performed and documented in the Siemens test field by internal test field
personnel. For the function test, the drive is in the test mode with restricted monitoring functions.
The successful test is confirmed in a 3.1 certificate – or in the case that the customer has
ordered the acceptance test, in a 3.2 certificate.
The insulation resistance is measured before and after the high-voltage test. The insulation test
can only be ordered and carried out together with the function test (F72, F73).
Insulation testOrder codes
● High-voltage test
● Measuring the insulation resistance
The successful test is confirmed in a 3.1 certificate – or in the case that the customer has
ordered the acceptance test, in a 3.2 certificate.
The insulation test is performed on a separate acceptance day prior to the function test.
Without the
customer
present
F76
With the cus‐
tomer
present
F77
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Tests
3
The tests that have been expressly ordered for the drive with serial number K91539032021001
are listed in the following.
The visual inspection is performed to ensure that the drive complies with the requirements of
the order. The individual test steps are performed with the drive in a no-voltage condition.
The test together with the customer – or his representative – is carried out with the drive
installed and labeled. The results of all of the tests are documented in the acceptance report.
3.1.1Rating plate
Fundamentals
The technical data and ordered options on the rating plate and the routine test certificate are
checked to ensure that they match up.
Test procedure
1. The data on the rating plate and the routine test certificate are visually compared.
Result
The test is passed if the data match up.
3.1.2Housing degree of protection
Fundamentals
A check is made as to whether the housing degree of protection ordered complies with what is
described in the catalog.
Test procedure
1. The housing degree of protection is identified based on what is stamped on the rating plate.
2. Depending on the version, the following components are visually checked, e.g.:
– Canopies
– Cooling slots
– Fittings and rubber seals in the doors and between the cabinet units
– Cable entries
– Openings for water pipes, if available
– Additional components, if available
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Result
The test is passed if the components required for the specified housing degree of protection are
available.
3.1.3Electrical cabinet components
Fundamentals
A visual inspection is made to see whether the electrical cabinet components are installed as
defined in the layout diagram and/or circuit diagram.
Test procedure
1. The customer selects electrical cabinet components by random sampling.
2. The selected electrical cabinet components are visually checked to ensure that they are
correctly installed and marked.
Tests
3.1 Visual inspection
Result
The test is passed if the selected electrical cabinet components are installed as specified in the
layout diagram and/or circuit diagram.
3.1.4Cable installation
Fundamentals
Visual and mechanical checks are made to ensure that cables and conductors have been
installed correctly and are connected correctly according to the circuit diagram.
Test procedure
1. The customer selects cables or conductors by random sampling.
2. The following is inspected:
– Are the cables firmly connected?
– Have edge protectors been attached to sharp edges?
– Are the cables routed according to the circuit diagram?
Result
The inspection is passed if the cable installation does not exhibit any deficiencies and matches
the information in the circuit diagram.
Fundamentals
A check is made as to whether the PROFIBUS connection to the DC master of the excitation
equipment is established using the operating software at the test field computer. This is the
basis for additional tests and successful commissioning.
Test procedure
1. The excitation equipment is switched on.
2. The operating software has started and is connected to the excitation equipment.
3. The PROFIBUS connection is parameterized.
The operating software visualizes the status feedback signals.
Parameters can be entered.
Result
The test is successfully completed if the operating software indicates that the excitation
equipment is "Online".
3.2.2Voltage test
Fundamentals
As no motor is available in the test station, the correct functioning of the excitation equipment
is demonstrated using an ohmic (resistive) load.
Test procedure
1. The supply voltage stamped on the nameplate is connected at the excitation equipment
input.
2. An ohmic (resistive) load is connected at the excitation unit output.
3. The excitation unit is switched on, started and operated at the rated voltage with reduced
current.
The actual electrical values are displayed on the measuring instrument/the test station
computer.
Result
The test is successfully passed if the characteristic of the armature current and voltage
corresponds to the defined curve characteristics. The displays of calibrated measuring
instruments serve as reference.
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3.2.3Current limitation test
Fundamentals
A check is made as to whether the excitation equipment limits the armature current to the
specified current. Prerequisite is a successful voltage test. The value for the momentary
armature current is available.
Test procedure
1. The excitation equipment is ready to start.
2. The current limitation parameter is reduced with the operating software.
3. The excitation system is switched on.
The armature current adjusts itself to the set current limiting value.
Result
The test is successfully passed if the armature current corresponds to the value of the set
current limitation.
Tests
3.2 Function test
3.2.4External EMERGENCY OFF
Fundamentals
The external EMERGENCY OFF is simulated. This checks that in the case of an EMERGENCY
OFF command the excitation equipment no longer provides a voltage.
Test procedure
1. The auxiliary voltage is present.
2. To simulate an external EMERGENCY OFF, the jumper for the Emergency Stop is opened
at the appropriate terminal as shown in the circuit diagram.
The excitation equipment displays "10.x".
The operating software displays "Emergency Stop/Safety shutdown".
3. The jumper for the Emergency Stop is reconnected at the terminal.
The excitation equipment displays "7.x" or 8.x (=" Ready to switch on").
The operating software displays "Ready to switch on".
Result
The test is successfully passed if the appropriate messages are displayed.
3.2.5Temperature monitoring of the de-excitation resistor
Fundamentals
The temperature monitoring of the de-excitation resistor is tested. This ensures that the de-
excitation resistor does not overheat in operation.
Test procedure
1. The auxiliary voltage is present.
2. To simulate the temperature monitoring, the appropriate plug connector is withdrawn as
shown in the circuit diagram.
The excitation equipment displays "10.x".
The operating software displays "Emergency Stop/Safety shutdown".
3. The temperature monitoring plug connector is reinserted.
The excitation equipment displays "7.x" or 8.x (=" Ready to switch on").
The operating software displays "Ready to switch on".
Result
The test is successfully passed if the appropriate messages are displayed.
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Index
C
Components provided by customer, 10
Customer acceptance inspection, 9
F
F03, 12
F76, 14
F77, 14
Function check
Connecting the excitation equipment, 20
Current limitation test, 21
External EMERGENCY OFF, 21
Temperature monitoring of the de-excitation
resistor, 22
Voltage test, 20
Function tests, 13
I
Insulation test, 14
V
Visual inspection, 12, 16
Cable installation, 17
Cable markings, 18
Dimensions, 18
Electrical cabinet components, 17
Housing degree of protection, 16
Rating plate, 16
Setting values of circuit breakers, if used, 18