SPECIFICATION NPS - 210/6 FOR SF6 INSULATED SWITCHGEAR FOR SYSTEM RATED VOLTAGE UP TO 24 kv

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1 Page No. 1 of 154 SPECIFICATION NPS - 210/6 FOR SF6 INSULATED SWITCHGEAR FOR SYSTEM RATED VOLTAGE UP TO 24 kv Written by: D. Toledano Checked by: Dr. N. Grinberg Approved by: E. Sharabi

2 Page No. 2 of 154 Version Date Modifications NPS-210/2 01/02/2007 Initial release NPS-210/3 25/06/2012 NPS-210/4 15/11/2016 NPS-210/5 30/04/ , , 3.1, 3.1 (j), 3.1 (hh), 3.2, 4 (k), 4 (l), 5.1, 6.1, 6.4, 6.9, , , , 6.20, 6.21, , 6.24, , , 6.27, 6.29, 7.1.1, , 7.2.4, 8.2, 8.4.2, 12, , Appendix "A", Appendix "C", Appendix "E", Appendix "G", Appendix "K" 1.1, 4, 5, 6.3, 6.11, 6.15, , 6.24, 6.30, 7.2.5, 8.1, 8.4.1, 8.4.2, 9.3, 9.4, 9.5, Appendix "A", Appendix "C", Appendix "G" NPS-210/6 30/07/ , Appendix "E", Appendix "I"

3 Page No. 3 of 154 CONTENTS: No. Clause 1. General 2. Threshold conditions 3. Documents to be Supplied with the Proposal 4. Criteria for Technical Evaluation 5. Standards 6. Technical Requirements 7. Tests 8. Technical Services 9. Inscription 10. Packaging 11. Spare Parts 12. Quality Assurance and Quality Control 13. Delivery Approval Conditions Appendix "A" - Summary of Data (to be filled in by the Bidder) Appendix "B" - Know how agreement Appendix "C" - Specification NTS-113/1 for Sockets in SF6 Insulated Switchgear for Plug-In Control Cables Connection Appendix "D"- Specification NPS-208/1 for High Voltage Fuses for system Rated Voltage up to 36 KV. Appendix "E" - Specification NPS-44/4 for Cable Clamps Appendix "F" - List of reparations that can be performed on site (to be filled in by the Bidder) Appendix "G" - Spare parts list (to be filled in by the Bidder) Appendix "H" - List of sub-contractors (to be filled in by the Bidder) Appendix "I" - Required Schedule up to Prototype Approval Appendix "J" - Specification EPD-3 for Control Cubicles Wiring Standard Requirements Appendix "K" - Specification Q-APP-02 (Rev. 4, 03/2011) - Procurement Quality Requirements

4 Page No. 4 of General 1.1 Scope of supply Design, manufacture, testing, training, preserve and furnish (with export packing if it is applicable) SF6 insulated switchgear for up to 24 kv distribution system installed in indoor transformer distribution stations or in kiosk (hereinafter referred as: SF6 switchgear). There are two categories of SF6 switchgear: - Category A: SF6 switchgear with manual operation only; - Category B: SF6 switchgear with Preparation for Electrical operation (preparation for local electrical operation and remote control operation-see clause 6.23) Available configurations see table no. 1. Remark: The SF6 switchgear shall be of 24 kv rated voltage but shall be suitable for installation in 13.8 kv and 24 kv network systems. Configuration Basic scheme I.E.Corp. Cat. No. Category A Category B 1. Three Cable Cubicles (3C) Four Cable Cubicles (4C) Five Cable Cubicles (5C) Two cable cubicles and one transformer cubicle (2C+1T) Two cable cubicles and two transformer cubicle (2C+2T)

5 Page No. 5 of Configuration Three cable cubicles and one transformer cubicle (3C+1T) Basic scheme I.E.Corp. Cat. No. Category A Category B Three cable cubicles and two transformer cubicle (3C+2T) Three cable cubicles and two transformer cubicle with maximum length dimension Lmax=1800 mm. (3C+2T) Simulator For Checking Electrical Operation of SF6 Switchgear Threshold Conditions Table No. 1 - Available configurations (basic scheme) The threshold conditions are according to the attached documents of the supply and storage division 3. Documents and Samples to be Supplied With the Proposal 3.1 Documents For technical evaluation, the Bidder must submit to Israel Electric Corporation, together with his offer the following documents: a. General outline drawings with dimensions, weight, etc. b. General outline drawings of all accessories, bushings, including operating panel. c. Reference list including the sold quantities of the proposed equipment, dates of supply, identity of customers (name, telephone number,..). A manufacturer, who does not have the required experience, shall submit the documents of the know-how supplier. (see Appendix B). d. List of accessories. e. Recommended cable connectors.

6 Page No. 6 of 154 f. Recommended High-Voltage, non-deterioration, high rupturing capacity (H.R.C.), back-up current limiting fuse links. g. Description of the equipment (including arcing chamber, earthing system, interlocks, operating mechanism, protection against corrosion, painting, etc.). h. Detailed specification covering construction and materials used in all parts of the equipment. i. Wiring diagrams. j. The manufacturer catalogue pages of the proposed motor and trip coil with electrical data. k. Type test reports as required in clause 7.1 of this specification. l. "Sealed for life time" document proof according to clause 6.4 of this Specification. m. Routine test program as required in clause 7.2 of this specification. n. Design of the simulator (as required in para ). o. Completed and filled-in Appendix "F" - List of reparations that can be performed on site (according to clause 8.3). p. Completed and filled-in Appendix "G" - Spare parts list including Part No. of each spare part (according to clause 11). q. Storage, transport and mounting instructions. r. Operating and inspection instructions, safety rules. s. Bidder's declaration for providing service according to clause 8 by a Service Company in Israel. t. Drawing of the nameplates. u. Completed and filled-in Summary of Data - Appendix "A" of this specification. v. Completed and filled-in Summary of Data of Specification NTS-113/1 (Appendix "C"). w. Completed and filled-in Summary of Data of Specification NPS-44/4 (Appendix "E") x. A list of all the components and accessories manufactured in Israel, name of the local manufacturer and percentage of each local manufacturer content of total price. y. A list of all the components and accessories manufactured in countries other than Israel. z. Special manufacturing procedures.

7 Page No. 7 of 154 aa. Completed and filled-in Appendix "H" - list of sub-contractors for materials, services and parts. bb. Quality Assurance Manual including Quality Procedures. cc. A specific Preliminary Inspection and Test Plan for this Bid including a complete list of potential subcontractors with reference to the supplied parts. dd. Valid ISO Standard 9001certificate given by an authorized inspection agency. In case of know-how agreement see Appendix "B". ee. Know-how Agreement (see appendix "B"). ff. A written statement by the Bidder (Manufacturer) in which he undertakes to conform to all the requirements of this specification. gg. Test reports for post insulators (see clause 6.28) hh. Instructions for draining and refilling SF6 gas and the necessary equipment for draining and refilling SF6 gas at site and at the workshop (see clause 6.29). Remark: All the above mentioned documents shall be in English or in Hebrew. 3.2 Sample a. The Bidder shall submit, to the Israel Electric Corp., at its own expense one sample similar (*) or identical to the proposed SF6 switchgear type. The sample shall be submitted to the Israel Electric Corp. within four (4) weeks beginning at the technical proposal submission day. The sample shall include at least one cable cubicle and one trafo cubicle. (*) Similar switchgear is an identical SF6 switchgear type but without motordrive system and which requires suitability for operation and installation as described in this Specification. If the proposed SF6 switchgear was supplied to I.E.Corp. in the last three (3) years (identical switchgear of category "B", without any changes), than the Proposer may ask for exemption from sample submission. A written request (which shall indicate the type and the P/N of the proposed SF6 switchgear) shall be submitted to the Israel Electric Corp. until the technical proposal submission day. The Israel Electric Corp. will reply to the above request within one (1) week beginning at the technical proposal submission day. b. The samples shall contain identification mark of the manufacturer. c. Sample delivered by Bidders who are not successfully awarded the contract/order will be put at the disposal of the Bidder.

8 Page No. 8 of 154 d. Sample delivered by the successful Bidders will be put at the disposal of the Bidder after the completion of the contract. e. Sample not claimed within two months after the award, will be disposed of by the I.E.Corp. 4. Criteria for Technical Evaluation (for Bidders which have fulfilled all tender requirements) For selection of the offer, which provides the maximum benefit to the Purchaser, the following benefits will be taken into account in the techno-economic comparison of Bidders offers: a) Guarantee against gas leakage for more than 15 years. b) Rated current (at the specified service conditions) greater than 400 Amps. The rated current shall be proven by a type tests report. c) The arc chamber of the on-load switch is a hermetically sealed chamber, filled with SF6 gas. In order to prove this benefit the Bidder shall present: A sample of the on-load switch and arc chamber or detailed drawings, type test report for gas tightness of the arc chamber according to IEC Publication Type test report for over-pressure withstand of the arc-chamber (according to IEC Publication , clause 6.103). d) Breaking capacity at the rated current for more than 100 operating cycles. In order to prove this benefit the Bidder shall present a type test report which shall state: The breaking current at the specified service conditions (see clause 6.1 of this specification). The test voltage. The circuit power factor. The test circuit. The transient recovery voltage parameters. The number of close-open operating cycles. e) Mechanical endurance of the switch disconnector: For switchgear of Category A Mechanical endurance of the switch disconnector (greater than 1000 open-close operation cycles).

9 Page No. 9 of 154 For switchgear of Category B Mechanical endurance of the switch disconnector (greater than 2000 open-close operation cycles with motor drive). The Bidder shall present a type test report, which shall state the number of operation cycles and the conditions of the test. f) Mechanical endurance of the earthing switch greater than 1000 open-close operation cycles. The Bidder shall present a type test report, which shall state the number of operation cycles and the conditions of the test and the type of motor drive. g) Installation conditions Installation on site, cables access and installation of surge arrester shall be taken into consideration. h) Operating The evaluation will consider: The operation method of each switch. Fuse replacement. i) Type Tests All test duties (including test duty 5 of the switch disconnector and earthing switch) performed on the same switch (see clause 7.1 of this specification). j) Short time withstand current Short time withstand current greater than 16 ka/1 sec. The short time withstand current shall be proven by a type tests report. Short time withstand duration greater than 1 second. The duration of the short time withstand current shall be proven by a type tests report. k) The equipment can be refilled/drained with SF6 gas on site and/or at the workshop by I.E.Corp.'s workshop trained staff. 5. Standards 5.1 Unless otherwise stated, the SF6 switchgear shall be designed, manufactured and tested in accordance with the requirements of the latest published recommendation of the following standards: IEC Publication IEC Publication Specification and Acceptance of New Sulfur Hexafluoride Insulators - Tests on Indoor Post Insulators Organic Material for Systems With Nominal Voltages Greater Than 1 kv up to but not Including 300 kv

10 Page No. 10 of 154 Live Working - Voltage Detectors - Part 5: Voltage IEC Publication Detecting Systems (VDS) Common Specifications for High-Voltage Switchgear and IEC Publication Controlgear Standards IEC Publication Alternating Current Disconnectors and Earthing Switches High-Voltage Switches - Part 103: Switches for rated IEC Publication voltages above 1 kv up to and including 52 kv IEC Publication Alternating Current Switch-Fuse Combinations High-voltage switchgear and controlgear Part 200: IEC Publication AC metal-enclosed switchgear and controlgear for rated voltages above 1 kv and up to and including 52 kv Additional Requirements for Enclosed Switchgear and IEC Publication Controlgear from 1 kv to 72.5 kv to be Used in Severe 304 Climatic Conditions DIN Flat Steel Products; Hot-Dip Zinc Coated Strip High-Voltage Fuses; Rated Voltages 3,6 up to 36 kv; Fuse- DIN Links Plug-in type bushings above 1 kv up to 52 kv and from EN A to 2,50 ka for equipment other than liquid filled transformers 5.2 Standards referred to this Specification and in Supplements to this Specification are an integral part of this specification unless otherwise provided. All such Standards referred to the most current issue, including all amendments, supplements etc., as of the date of the Contract, unless otherwise indicated. 5.3 The switchgear, including all appurtenances and accessories, shall be fabricated, inspected, tested and preserved in compliance with the Standards as, specified herein, unless otherwise indicated. In the event that no reference to Standard is made herein, all components and parts shall be fabricated, inspected, tested and preserved, so as to insure their fitness for use and for purpose they are designed. 5.4 Bidder may propose Standards as alternative for or additions to those specified herein. A copy of each proposed Standard, if any, shall be included with the proposal. The Israel Electric Corp. reserves the right to accept or to reject the proposed alternative Standards. 5.5 If the present Specification contains requirements which differ from those of the a.m. Standards, the requirements of this Specification shall take precedence.

11 Page No. 11 of Technical Requirements 6.1 Service Conditions The SF6 insulated switchgear shall be suitable for indoor mounting conditions with natural ventilation. The service conditions shall be in general according to clause 2 of IEC Publication with the following additions and changes: Severe atmospheric and industrial air pollution, coal dust, sea salt. High atmospheric humidity as experienced in coastal areas. Dust laden atmospheric as experienced in desert areas. Annual variation in air temperature : -10C to +55C Annual mean air temperature : +25C Maximum relative humidity : 90% Average relative humidity : 70% Average ambient temperature measured over a period of 24 hours does not exceed: +35C Maximum difference of ambient temperature from day to night: +25C Altitude: -400m to +1000m. Remark: A small number of the SF6 switchgear will be installed at altitudes greater than 1000 m above sea level and at altitudes under sea level. The Bidder shall specify the required operations to be performed in order to install the SF6 switchgear in the above altitudes. 6.2 Medium Voltage System Data The SF6 switchgear will be installed on I.E.Corp. Medium Voltage systems with the following system data:

12 Page No. 12 of 154 Rated system voltage [kv] The maximum operating voltage [kv] Rated frequency [Hz] Network type 3 phase; 3 wire 3 phase; 3 wire System of neutral grounding Solidly grounded or via resistance Grounded via Peterson coil (being occasionally solidly grounded for short periods of time) or Solidly grounded or Grounded via a Grounding Transformer Earth fault factor maximum three-phase symmetrical shortcircuit current [ka r.m.s] The maximum three-phase symmetrical shortcircuit [MVA] Maximum duration of the earth fault [sec.] Insulation level of equipment: - Basic Insulation Level - BIL [1.2/50sec] [kv peak] - One-minute withstand voltage (50 Hz) [kv r.m.s] Electrical Requirements for the SF6 switchgear : Rated voltage: (kv) 24 Rated frequency (Hz) 50 Minimum rated normal current (I r ): (A) 400 Minimum rated short-time withstand current I k, not less than (ka r.m.s) 16 Rated short-time peak withstand current (I p =2.5x I k ), not less than (ka peak) 2.5 Ik Rated short-circuit making current (I ma =I p ), not less than (ka peak) 40 Rated mainly active load breaking current (I load ), not less than (A r.m.s) 400 Rated closed-loop breaking current (I loop ), not less than (A r.m.s) 400 Rated no-load transformer breaking current, not less than (A r.m.s) 4* Rated cable-charging breaking current (I cc ), not less than (A r.m.s) 16 Rated line-charging breaking current (I lc ), not less than (A r.m.s) 1.5 Rated earth fault breaking current (I ef1 =3x I cc ), not less than (A r.m.s) 48 Rated cable and line charging breaking current under earth fault conditions (I ef2 =1.73x I cc ), not less than (A r.m.s) 27.7 Rated insulation level: a. Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage (BIL): - to earth, between phases and across the open switching device, not less than (kv) across the isolating distance, not less than (kv) 145

13 Page No. 13 of 154 b. Rated one-minute, 50 Hz power-frequency withstand voltage: - to earth, between poles, and across the open switching device, not less than (kv) 50 - across the isolating distance, not less than (kv) 60 No. of Breaking and Making Operations: - No. of operations in mainly active load (switch class E3), not less than (CO cycles) No. of making operations at short-circuit making current (I ma ) of the switch-disconnector, not less than (C cycles) 5 - No. of making operations at short-circuit making current (I ma ) of the earthing switch (switch class E2), not less than (C cycles) 5 Mechanical Endurance: (CO cycles) - Switch-disconnector manual operated (class M1), not less than Switch-disconnector operated with motor drive, not less than Earthing switch (M0) 1000 Degree of protection of the control panel IP 3X Internal fault withstand,inside the tank and inside cable compartment, for 1 sec., not less than (ka) 16 * - test not required 6.4 The SF6 switchgear shall be a "sealed pressure system" as per. IEC Publication , para The gas tightness tests shall be performed as per IEC , para The Bidder shall submit together with his offer a document to prove that offered SF6 switchgear is sealed for lifetime: 20 years or 30 years. 6.5 All the electrical parts, including the arcing chamber and the main contacts of the switchgear, as well as the connection busbars, earthing switches, shall be mounted in a metal enclosure, hermetically sealed and filled with SF6 gas. The equipment shall be guaranteed against gas leakage for at least 15 years. 6.6 The SF6 insulated switchgear shall be maintenance-free. 6.7 Due to the severe service conditions (as per. clause 6.1) to which the equipment may be subjected during its service life, the following requirements for its protection form an integral part of this specification: Environmental conditions shall not cause corrosion or deterioration of the gasket and/or mating material of gasket joints.

14 Page No. 14 of All flat steel components shall be thoroughly galvanized, cleaned, primed and painted. The flat steel components shall be according to DIN Standard and the minimum thickness of the zinc coating shall be not less than 19 microns Components such as springs, and other for which a tight dimensional tolerance is required shall be made of stainless steel. Prior to being placed into service, all stainless steel components shall be cleaned and passivated All aluminum components shall be fabricated from grades of aluminum, which show resistance to service conditions: e.g. Al-Mg base alloys. After fabrication, all aluminum components shall be anodized All copper or copper alloy components installed outside the SF6 tank shall be electrolytically tinned All SF6 switchgear components shall successfully withstand in operation the service conditions as defined under clause The switchgear shall be of a self-supporting construction type. 6.9 Switch disconnectors and fuse-switch combination Each cable cubicle shall be provided with switch-disconnector, class E3, according to IEC Publication Each trafo cubicle shall be provided with a fuse switch combination according to IEC Publication while the fuses will be installed in fuse canisters (see also clause 6.21 in this Specification) Earthing Switches Each cable cubicle shall be provided with earthing switch, class E2, according to IEC Publication (see paragraphs and 6.101) Each trafo cubicle shall have two earthing possibilities - one below the fuses and one above the fuses Earthing Busbar The earthing of the enclosure shall be performed according to IEC publication , Paragraph A properly sized earthing busbar made of copper shall run along the whole length of the switchgear.

15 Page No. 15 of 154 On each end of the earthing busbar, terminals suitable for cable connections to the general earthing system shall be provided. Four M8 35 mm screws, nuts and washers suitable for cables screen and surge arresters earthing, shall be provided on the earthing busbar for each cubicle. The screw shall be mounted to the busbar by appropriate threads so they do not fall during installation Interlocks: The interlocks shall be according to IEC para Additional interlock between earthing switch and cable connection cover is required and as follows: a) The operation of the earthing switch shall be blocked if the cable connection cover or fuse canister is open. b) It shall be impossible to open the cable connection cover or fuse chamber cover unless the earthing switch is in earth position (closed). c) For cable testing by authorized staff, it shall be possible to neutralize the above "a" interlock after opening the cable connection cover A mechanical interlock between the switch disconnector and earthing switch shall be implemented in switchgear from Category B. This interlock shall prevent the pass of the switch disconnector to the earthing position when the switch-disconnector operated by the motor drive (even in case of failure in the motor drive, auxiliary switches, control unit etc.). The switch disconnector shall not pass to the "earthing" position from the "open" or from the "close" positions as long as the operating voltage is applied directly to the motor Locking Device Each switch-disconnector and earthing switch operating mechanism shall be provided with a locking device via padlock with a 11 mm diameter hook (see sub clause ) Operating Position of the Switch-Disconnector and Earthing Switch The operating position of the switch-disconnector and earthing switch shall be indicated according to IEC Paragraph and IEC Paragraph

16 Page No. 16 of 154 Remark: If the positions of the switch-disconnector and earthing switch are indicated by a position indicating device (mechanical indications with graphical symbols as per IEC 60073), the following background colors shall be used: a) Switch disconnector in open position - white background. b) Switch disconnector in closed position - red background. c) Earthing switch in open position - white background. d) Earthing switch in closed position - yellow background. The position indicating kinematic chain shall be designed according to IEC Publication IEC Cable Connections: Cable cubicle connections : Cable connections shall be M16 threaded bushing 630 Amp according to EN Type "C" suitable for T-connector. The I.E.Corp. intended to use the following types of T-connectors equipped with surge arresters: Manufacturer Part No. Type NKT CB CSA 24-5 Screened SUEDKABLE SEHDT MUT 23 Screened TYCO RSTI-58xx+RSTI-CC- 58SAxx05 Screened EUROMOLD M430TB + 300SA Screened The above-mentioned T-connectors equipped with surge arresters shall be suitable for installation in the cable cubicles of the proposed SF6 insulated switchgear. To approve the suitability of the above-mentioned T-connectors equipped with surge arresters to the cable compartment, detailed drawings with dimensions of the cable compartment and/or type tests reports shall be attached to the offer. The Proposer shall suggest the use of other T-connectors equipped with surge arresters in addition to those mentioned above Trafo cubicle connections Trafo cubicle connection shall be 250 Amp bushing according to EN Type "A" suitable for straight connector (e.g.: K152 SRH Elastimold, RSSS 5225 Tyco).

17 Page No. 17 of 154 The Bidder shall submit to I.E.Corp. detailed drawings of the bushings and its recommendation for cable connections which are suitable for installation. a. The straight connectors shall shall be suitable for the following cables: 12/20 kv, Al conductor, XLPE insulated cable 1 x 50mm 2 18/30 kv, Cu conductor, XLPE insulated cable 1 x 50mm For Each type of the recommended cable connectors, the Bidder shall present to the I.E.Corp., documents approved by the manufacturer of the cable connectors which confirms that the subject connectors are suitable for installation in the proposed SF6 switchgear Installation of Surge Arresters Each cable cubicle shall permit the installation of the surge arrester via a T-connector (see clause ). A support for the surge arrester shall be provided for each cable cubicle. Each support shall be connected to the earting busbar by a conductor. The cross section of the conductor shall be at least 16mm 2. The Bidder shall submit detailed drawings for the surge arrester installation Cable Clamps To fix the incoming cables, each cable cubicle and trafo cubical shall be provided with 3 cable clamps made of an insulating material. The cable clamps shall be supplied together with fastening screws of 100 mm long. The cable clamps shall be according to specification NPS-44/4 attached in Appendix "E" and as follows: - For cable cubicle: (mm) cable clamps (refer to I.E.Corp. catalogue No ) - For Trafo cubicle: (mm) cable clamps (refer to I.E.Corp. catalogue No ) 6.18 Over-Pressure Relief Device The switchgear shall be provided with an over-pressure relief device to release gas under pressure during an internal short circuit. The over-pressure relief device shall be installed in such location so that the gas will not be emitted in the proximity of the operator.

18 Page No. 18 of Voltage Detecting System Each cubicle of the SF6 switchgear shall be provided with a separable detecting system according to IEC type HR system Voltage indicators Each cubicle (cable cubicle and trafo cubicle) shall be provided with capacitive voltage indicators for each phase in accordance with IEC The Bidder shall propose an adequate testing device for whole V.D.S - see clause in IEC The I.E.Corp. reserves the right to purchase the testing device Since the switchgear shall be used in both 12.6 kv and 22kV network systems, the excitation of the indication "voltage present" shall appear when the actual line to earth voltage is in the range of kV (between 10%- 45% of the nominal voltage) and shall not appear when the actual line to earth voltage is less than 2.2kV (less than 10% of the nominal voltage) Pressure Gas (Insulation Level) Indicator The switchgear shall be provided with a pressure gas gauge or gas insulation level meter (for visual indication) The visual indication shall be as follows: Red for low pressure/low insulation level. Green for normal pressure/normal insulation level Equipment from category B shall be equipped (in addition to the above mentioned visual indication) with pressure gas gauge (or a pressure switch) with one (1) change-over potential free contacts for SF6 low/normal pressure (for low/normal insulation level) alarm indication. The above mentioned contact shall be suitable for use with 24V DC Input Card of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC). The potential free contact shall be wired to S-GEN socket according to Specification NTS-113/1 (see Appendix C ) Fuse Compartment a. The trafo units (cubicle) shall be provided with fuse tripping devices via striker pin. b. The fuse compartment shall be suitable for HRC fuses conforming to DIN regulation No and IEC for 12.6 kv and 22 kv. The technical

19 Page No. 19 of 154 requirements for the M.V. fuses shall be according to I.E.Corp. Specification NPS-208/1 attached in appendix "D" SF6 switchgear configuration If it is necessary to couple two or more switchgear units in order to receive the required configurations (see clause 1.1 in this Specification), the coupling system shall be made by T-connectors. The T-connectors shall be a 630 Amp type and closed by end caps. The whole coupling system (cables, T-connectors, covers, etc) shall be supplied together with the units. The three connectors of the cable cubicles shall be mounted horizontally to permit easy phase rotation of the cables. Alternatives: Other coupling systems may be taken into consideration. With respect to these alternatives, the Israel Electric Corp. reserves the prerogative to decide which offer is most suitable for its needs Operation The SF6 switchgear shall enable manual operation, local electrical operation and remote control operation Manual Operation The operating handle for the switch-disconnector shall be different from the operating handle for earthing-switch. The operating handle of the switchdisconnector shall be signed with black color and the operating handle of the earthing switch shall be signed with a red color. Remark: In case of same operation handle, different operating methods shall be provided. The above operating methods will be checked from the aspect of I.E.Corp. safety rules. The I.E.Corp. reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to reject offers which don't comply with the safety rules of I.E.Corp Preparation for Electrical Operation (Applicable for equipment of Category B only)

20 Page No. 20 of 154 Each cable cubicle shall include a motor-drive system (MDS) for open and close operations of the switch-disconnector performed by local electrical control and/or by remote control operation. Each transformer cubicle shall include a trip coil for trip operation of the switch-disconnector of the transformer cubicle by remote control. Requirements for Electrical Operation: The supply voltage for the motor drives and trip coils shall be 24 VDC The Motor Drive System shall be with Bi Directional Motor only. The Motor Drive System with Unidirectional Motor will be rejected In the front of each cable cubicle the following items shall be installed: a. OPEN and CLOSE push buttons of the switch-disconnector protected against accidental contact. b. Selector switch with two positions: - "LOCAL-ELECTRICAL OPERATION" - "REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION" c. Motor Miniature Circuit Breaker with an auxiliary contact. d. Indicating lamp "MDS Disabled". Additionally: A lamp test push button (for checking all the indicating lamps of the SF6 switchgear) shall be installed in the front of the left cubicle. Remark: The color of the indicating lamps shall be according to illustration No In the front of each transformer cubicle, the following items shall be installed: a. Blown fuse indicating lamp. b. Miniature circuit breaker for Trip Coil protection c. Overheated transformer indicating lamp.

21 Page No. 21 of 154 Remark: The color of the indicating lamps shall be according to illustration No The MDS shall enable emergency manual operation even when cable cubicle is "under voltage". The emergency manual operation is needed in case of MDS malfunction. When the emergency manual operation handle is used, the insertion of handle shall disable the operation of MDS in cable cubicle. Remark: The emergency manual operation, in case of using rotary mechanism, shall be completed within 30 rotations maximum (max. 30 sec.) In each position of the switch-disconnector (CLOSE or OPEN) the insertion of Israel Electric Corp. padlock shall prevent the MDS operation in cable cubicle Each cubicle shall include potential free contacts for the following indications to be connected to Integrated Control Unit: A. For each cable cubicle: A.1 Selector switch in "Local-Electrical Operation" position. A.2 Selector switch in "Remote Control Operation" position. A.3 Switch-disconnector CLOSED. A.4 Switch-disconnector OPEN. A.5 Earthing switch/disconnector EARTHED. A.6 Earthing switch/disconnector OPEN. A.7 Earthing disconnector in Neutral position (in case of three position earthing disconnector). A.8 MDS disabled by emergency manual operation handle insertion or by I.E.Corp. padlock. A.9 Motor circuit-breaker in "off" position. B. For each trafo cubicle: B.1 Switch-disconnector CLOSED. B.2 Switch-disconnector OPEN. B.3 Earthing switch EARTHED. B.4 Earthing switch OPEN. B.5 Transformer switched-off by fuse striker pin (blown fuse). B.6 Trip coil circuit breaker in off position.

22 Page No. 22 of 154 (*) Remarks: The indications A.3A.7 and B.1B.4 shall be received from auxiliary switches, which shall be located on the main shaft of the Switch-disconnector and earthing switch. When the Switch-Disconnector (Earthing Switch) is in "open" position, it means that the "open" indication is received from activated (pressed) separate auxiliary switch. When the Switch-Disconnector (Earthing Switch) is in "close" ("earthed") position, it means that the "close" indication is received from activated (pressed) separate auxiliary switch. Each position indication of the switch-disconnector and earthing switch shall be received from a separate auxiliary switch with Normally Open contact in actuated position. The auxiliary contacts of the motor circuit breakers (CB) and trip coils, of each switchgear, shall be connected in parallel and only one indication shall be transmitted remotely Requirements for Motor Drive: Rated voltage: 24V DC Maximum continuous current: 8Amp Maximum inrush current: 17.5 Amp for maximum 2 sec. The duration of a Close or Open operation by the motor shall not exceed 20 Seconds Requirement for Trip Coil: Rated voltage: 24V DC Maximum operating current 9 Amp for maximum 60 msec Sockets For Plug-In Control Cables Connection The interface sockets connection shall be in accordance with the attached Specification NTS-113/1 (Appendix "C" of this Specification). The wiring of the auxiliary contacts, motors, push-buttons, diodes for lamp test push-button, etc., shall be also in accordance with Specification NTS-113/1.

23 Page No. 23 of Operating Panel: The operating panel for each cubicle shall be in accordance with the attached illustration No. 1. The lamps type shall be: MULTILED 24/28V DC The push button shall be of flush type and shall prevent accidental operation. The nameplate of the operation panel shall be written in Hebrew according to illustration No. 1a. Translation of the names into English is given in illustration No The insulation of copper conductors shall be of halogen free type. The internal wiring for controlling the switchgear shall be according to the requirements of I.E.Corp. Specification No. EPD-3 - "Control Cubicles Wiring Standard Requirements" (Appendix "J" of this Specification), with the following changes: a. The one minute withstand voltage (clause 7a of EPD-3 Specification) shall be as follows: - For type test: test voltage shall be 2 kv with duration of 1 min. - For routine test: test voltage shall be 1 kv with duration of 1 sec. b. The Bidder may propose other types of terminal blocks from those specified in clause 3.1g of EPD-3 Specification (except the sockets of the plug-in control cables which shall be as described in Specification NTS-113/1 - Appendix "C"). I.E.Corp. shall approve the type of the proposed terminal blocks.

24 Page No. 24 of 154 Illustration No. 1: Nameplates of the operating panel (with translation into English)

25 Page No. 25 of 154 Illustration No. 1a: Nameplates of the operating panel

26 Page No. 26 of Simulator The Contractor shall provide a simulator in order to check the correct electrical operation and indications of each cable and trafo cubicle during routine tests of the equipment in the Manufacturer's facilities. The simulator and the test procedure shall be approved by the I.E.Corp. during the prototype approval. The I.E.Corp. reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to order such simulators for checking of the equipment, before putting into service. The simulators shall be according to the following requirements: a. The simulator shall be suitable for external power supply of 230 VAC. b. In order to ensure proper operation of the simulator during test procedure and in case of lack of 230 VAC power supply, the simulator shall include 7 A/h backup batteries. c. The life expectancy of the backup batteries shall be at least 4 years (at ambient temperature of 25C). d. The control cables to be connected during the test procedure between the switchgear and the simulator shall be at least 5m long. e. In order to ensure safe use and storage, the control cables shall be supplied separately within a carry case (bag). f. The operation panel layout shall be as detailed in illustration No. 2 of this specification. The textual labels shall be of "silkscreen" type. g. Each supplied simulator shall include a nameplate with the following information: manufacturer's name, phone and fax number of service company in Israel, part (P/N), serial No. and date of manufacture.

27 Page No. 27 of 154 Illustration No. 2: layout of simulator's operation panel

28 Page No. 28 of Installation Requirements h. The maximum outside dimensions and weight of the simulator shall be: length mm width mm height mm weight - 20 kg i. The mechanical interlocks between the on-load switch and earthing switch and between earthing switch and cables compartment cover shall be electrically implemented in the simulator. j. The connectors between the simulator and the control cables shall withstand numerous (during its lifetime) operations (connection and disconnection). k. If the Bidder intends to use military standard connectors then the connectors shall be of metal type (a reinforced type) and shall be approved by I.E.Corp. l. The lamps mounted on the panel shall be of LED or MULTILED type The SF6 switchgear (both categories A and B) shall be suitable for installation in the various types of I.E.Corp. standard transformer stations. During the technical stage of the tender, the suitability of the proposed equipment to the installation sites will be checked. The inspection will include the suitability of equipment dimensions, placing the equipment on the standard floor openings, equipment transportation in the installation site etc. The I.E.Corp. reserve the right to determine if the proposed switchgear suitable for installation in its standard transformer stations Mounting Frame Base The base of each SF6 switchgear shall permit moving of the equipment in the transformer station to the installation place using steel pipes. The switchgear will be installed on a frame base (which is not in the scope of supply) as shown in illustration no. 3. The diameter of the fixing points holes shall be 14 mm (see Illustration no. 3).

29 Page No. 29 of 154 Illustration no. 3: Mounting Sketch

30 Page No. 30 of Installation in Kiosk The SF6 switchgear types 2C+1T, 3C, 3C+1T and 4C (both categories A and B) shall be suitable for installation in I.E.Corp. standard transformer stations kiosks. For information see Illustrations No. 4 and 5. The I.E.Corp. reserve the right to determine if the proposed switchgear suitable for installation in its standard Kiosks. Illustration no. 4: Installation of SF6 switchgear inside a polyester Kiosk

31 Page No. 31 of 154 Illustration no. 5: Installation of SF6 switchgear inside a concrete prefabricated Kiosk

32 Page No. 32 of Tests 6.25 The operating handles and other operating accessories (if they are necessary) shall be hanged on the switchgear by appropriate clip Flammability Materials and the parts shall be chosen and designed to retard the propagation of any flame resulting from accidental overheating in the switchgear Mechanical impact withstand The enclosure of the SF6 switchgear shall be of sufficient mechanical strength: at least 2J applied to the weakest point of the enclosure (see IEC Publication , clauses and 6.7.2) Post Insulators If the SF6 switchgear contains post insulators, than they shall comply with IEC Standard. The manufacturer shall submit test reports according to IEC Standard or declaration that the installed post insulators complies with IEC Standard Draining and Refilling SF6 gas The SF6 switchgear shall be drained and/or refilled from/with SF6 gas during maintenance activities (if the equipment permits it) or in case of "end of life" of the equipment before putting it at the disposal. It is to be noted that releasing SF6 gas to the atmosphere is not permitted. The Bidder shall state the activities and equipment required for draining and refilling the SF6 gas from the switchgear (including instructions and description of the required equipment such as: vacuum pumps, accessories, special tools, SF6 containers, etc.) at site or at the workshop Lifting eyes The diameter of lifting opening (of the lifting eyes) shall be minimum 40 mm. 7.1 Type Tests The type tests shall be performed in accordance with the latest Publications of IEC (clause 6), IEC (clause 6), IEC and all relevant amendments.

33 Page No. 33 of 154 A set of type tests reports, for evaluation during the technical stage of the tender, shall be attached to Bidder's technical proposal. These type tests reports shall be of the proposed equipment (identical equipment or "similar" as defined in clause 3.2) but may be performed in a different procedure than described in this Specification. It is to be noted that the type tests, which will be performed during prototype approval, shall be performed as described in the following clauses The type tests of the switchgear shall be grouped in the following 5 (five) groups and shall be carried out on 5 (five) switchgear (one per group) or on 6 (six) switchgear (#). Additional switches/switchgear may be in use according to the remarks in the following table. The types of the switchgear (see available configurations in clause 1.1 of this Specification), which will be tested during prototype approval, shall be from the types, which specified in the contract and will be defined by I.E.Corp. Each test shall be performed with the values declared by the manufacturer in the technical stage of the tender. Group Tests Standard Group 1 (1) Minimum requirements a. Making and breaking tests on one switch-disconnector of the SF6 switchgear (1) Class E % Mainly active load - (TD load2 ) 400A, 100 C-O 2. 5% Mainly active load - (TD load1 ) 20A, 20 C-O 3. Closed-loop breaking, current - (TD loop ) 400A, 20 C-O 4. Cable charging breaking current [I cc ] - (TD cc2 ) 16A, 10 C-O 5. (1040)% cable charging breaking current - (TD cc1) IEC (1.66.4)A, 10 C-O 6. Line charging breaking current [I lc ] - (TD lc ) 1.5A, 10 C-O 7. Earth fault breaking current [3I cc2 ] - (TD ef1 ) 48A, 10 C-O 8. Cable charging breaking current under earth fault conditions [1.73I cc2 ] - (TD ef2) 27.7A, 10 C-O 9. Short circuit making current [I ma ] - (TD ma ) (#) 16 ka r.m.s 5C (Making) b. Making and breaking tests on one fuse-switch combination of the SF6 switchgear (5) IEC Making and breaking tests at the rated short circuit current - (TD Isc ) I 1 =16 ka (prospective current) 2. Making and breaking tests at the maximum breaking I 2 t - Test with fuses (TD IEC IWmax ) 12kV/80A (2) 3. Breaking tests at the rated transfer current - (TD Itransfer ) 765 A c. Tests to prove the short-circuit making performance of earthing switches (5) IEC Rated short time withstand current and peak withstand current IEC Class E2 16 ka r.m.s 5C (Making) 16 ka r.m.s, 1 sec 40 ka peak

34 Page No. 34 of 154 Group Tests Standard Dielectric withstand tests Minimum requirements Group 2 Group 3 Group 4 Power frequency withstand voltage test: Open Close IEC kv 50 kv Impulse withstand voltage test: Open Close 145 kv 125 kv Partial discharge level test IEC maximum 50 pc Test to prove clear indication of the VDS. Excitation of the IEC indication between V Dielectric withstand tests of auxiliary and control circuits IEC Power frequency withstand voltage test: 2 kv/1 min Impulse withstand voltage test 5 kv Mechanical Endurance of the switch disconnector (class M1) (4) IEC C-O Mechanical Endurance of the earthing switch (switch class M0) (4) IEC C-O Tightness (Gas leakage) test IEC Verification of the protection: Verification of the IP coding IP3X for control IEC panels Mechanical impact test 2J Pressure withstand test for gas filled compartments IEC Tests to prove the satisfactory mechanical operation of the IEC included switching devices and removable parts. IEC Artificial pollution tests (3) IEC Temperature rise test Measurement of resistance of the main circuit IEC Verify the proper function of the position indicators devices (4) IEC Test for arcing due to internal fault inside cable compartment (4) - Test duration and current - Criterion # 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (accessibility type A) as in - IEC Std shall be fulfilled. Group 5 Test for arcing due to internal fault inside the tank (4) (4) Test duration and current Criterion # 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (accessibility type A) as in IEC Std shall be fulfilled. IEC IEC ka r.m.s/1 Sec. IAC FL 16 ka r.m.s/1 Sec. IAC FL High-speed video camera cassette must be submitted together with type test reports evaluation. Type tests reports without high speed video camera cassette will be rejected. (#) This test duty may be performed on another switch which has been subjected to at least 10 make-break operating cycles at 100% mainly active load as required for TD load. In this case, the condition (1) of checking after breaking tests as well as after the short circuit making test is required

35 Page No. 35 of 154 (1) Minimum Group Tests Standard requirements Condition of switch after breaking tests and short-circuit making tests shall be verified by the following tests (see IEC , subclause ): - Visual inspection - 5 (five) no-load operations - Two close-open operations at 100% mainly active load - Power frequency withstand voltage test - Resistance measurement of the main circuit (according to IEC , subclause 6.4.1). (2) (3) The Israel Electric Corp. reserves the right to change the values during the prototype approval stage (but before performing the type tests) according to the data of the H.V. fuses that will be used by I.E.Corp. The Bidder shall attach to his offer evidence that the switchgear withstand in the artificial pollution, when the attitude shall be concerned to the corrosion of the wrap, mechanisms, interlocks, etc. (4) Those tests may be performed on another Switchgear other then those specified in the above 4 groups. The Bidder may ask to change the grouping of the tests marked with (4) during the technical stage of the tender. (5) Those tests may be performed on other Switches but in the same switchgear. The Bidder may ask to change the grouping of the tests marked with (5) during the technical stage of the tender. A prior written I.E.Corp. approval during the technical stage of the tender is required. In any case, The Mechanical endurance test, tightness test and verification of the protection must be performed on the same switchgear In addition to the above mentioned type tests, the following type tests shall be performed: SF6 gas, filled into the switchgear, complies with the requirements of IEC Publication Standard Mechanical endurance test - (Applicable for equipment of Category B only) Mechanical endurance test for at least 2000 open-close operation cycles of the switch-disconnector with motor drive. Remark: I.E.Corp. has the right to operate the switch-disconnector during the test with the Control Unit (CU) intended to operate the switchgear during its service time in the MV network. All or part of the operations of the switch-disconnector will be performed by the power supply/charger installed in the CU and some of the operations will be performed by backup batteries (which are also installed in the CU).

36 Page No. 36 of 154 The CU for the test will be supplied by the I.E.Corp. The test shall be performed in Israel at the location of the production line or at the location of the Service Company in Israel. The transportation of the CU will be born by I.E.Corp. One of the conditions of the test success is that no damage to the motor circuits, power supply/charger circuits and back-up batteries will occur during the test as a result of the operation of the test object. In addition, during the test the following abnormal operations shall be prevented by the SF6 switchgear: Motor operated Earthed position of the tested SF6 switchgear in case of "open" or "close" auxiliary contacts malfunction; Mechanical damage SF6 switchgear Motor drive in case of "open" or "close" auxiliary contacts malfunction If the Contract contains more than one type of switchgear than the following type tests shall be performed on two types of Prototypes (from the types of switchgear specified in the Contract): a. Dielectric tests b. Temperature rise tests. c. Measurement of the resistance of the main circuit The pressure withstand test shall be performed on a Prototype with the maximum number of cubicles and on a Prototype with the minimum number of cubicles (from the types of switchgear specified in the Contract): Type Test Report The type test reports shall pertain to the equipment identical to the proposed equipment. The type test reports shall state according to which standard the test was performed and shall specify the conditions of the test and the actual values received during the type test. It shall state the names and have the signatures of those responsible for test results. It will enable to identify the name of the individual who is responsible for each test. The type test reports shall contain a detailed drawing of the tested equipment, photos of the equipment before and after the test.

37 Page No. 37 of Routine Tests Duly certified routine tests are obligatory. Such tests shall be performed at the manufacturer's laboratory Each supplied SF6 switchgear shall be tested in accordance with IEC Publication and all relevant amendments The Routine tests shall be performed on each SF6 switchgear including each MDS, trip coils and striker pin mechanisms. For the Routine tests of the Electrical Operation including all the accessories of the SF6 switchgear, the manufacturer shall use a simulator, which shall be presented to Israel Electric Corp. approval as required in clause Routine Test Report A Routine Test Report shall be prepared by the Contractor for each switchgear The routine test report shall state according to which standard and clause the test was performed. The Routine Test Report shall contain the serial no. of the switchgear, the results of the tests, the required values and the values obtained during the test. The Routine Test Report shall contain the serial no of the SF6 container, whereof fill the SF6 gas into the switchgear. To assure that the quality of gas met the requirements of IEC Standard, a certificate (COC) of the above mentioned SF6 container, issued by the gas supplier shall be attached to each routine test report. It is to be noted that the filled SF6 gas shall be of a technical grade SF6 gas (according to IEC Standard) The Contractor shall submit to the Purchaser the routine test reports for approval prior to the delivery of the equipment. The equipment shall de delivered only after approval of the routine test report of each unit. The approval of the routine test reports by I.E.Corp's quality control department (including their acceptance of delivery) will be within 7 working days of receipt of the routine test reports. 7.3 Special tests: In addition, each SF6 switchgear shall be tested for Partial discharge. The results of the above special test shall be noted in the routine test report.

38 Page No. 38 of Technical Services 8.1 Start-up supervision Requirements for supply of an unfamiliar equipment. Definition: An unfamiliar equipment is a type of equipment which has never been purchased by the Israel Electric Corp. or is being produced in a new production line. Requirements (incase of an offer of unfamiliar equipment): After prototype approval of an unfamiliar equipment Contractor shall supply an initial quantity of 20 units for gaining experience. These 20 units are part of the scope of the contract Contractor shall supervise the site installation of at least 5 units (one working day per unit) of the 20 initially shipped. The a.m. supervision shall be free of charge Contractor shall train the Israel Electric staff prior to installation work according to clause Repairing Faulty Equipment During the Warranty Period (Without Extra Costs) The Supplier shall provide services for repairing faulty equipment during the warranty period via a Service Company in Israel. The Service Company shall perform all services rendered during the warranty period within 24 hours of a written notification. In special cases in the absence of an alternative of electric supply to Israel Electric Corp. customers, this service shall be assured within 4 hours + travel time after the Israel Electric Corp.'s notification. All services shall be performed on site (for ex.: substations), as notified by I.E.Corp. If the equipment can not be repaired on site, it will be repaired at the Service Company facilities, at no extra charge. Remark: During the reparation it is forbidden to release SF6 gas to the atmosphere. Therefore, the Service Team shall be equipped with all the necessary accessories required for SF6 gas collection.

39 Page No. 39 of Repairing Faulty Equipment After the Warranty Period The Supplier shall provide technical services for equipment after the warranty period for a period of 15 years from last Purchaser's order. The Service Company shall perform all services rendered after the warranty period within 24 hours of a written notification. In special cases in the absence of an alternative of electric supply to Israel Electric Corp. customers, this service shall be assured within 4 hours + travel time after the Israel Electric Corp.'s notification. All services shall be performed on site (for ex.: substations), as notified by I.E.Corp. I.E.Corp. will decide if the equipment will be repaired at the Service Company facilities in case that the equipment can not be repaired on site. The Bidder shall submit to the I.E.Corp. together with his proposal a list of reparation operations that can be performed on site (please fill-in the table attached in Appendix "F"). 8.4 Training Training of operating, mounting and maintenance staff The Supplier shall train I.E.Corp. operating, mounting and maintenance staff (training of 5 teams). The training shall be performed in Israel, at the location of the production line or at the location of the Service Company facilities in Israel. The Supplier shall take care for switchgear and all necessary measures and tools required for the training. The training shall include the following: All the required operations for proper mounting of the equipment and its accessories on site. Equipment handling. Equipment operating. Maintenance operations to be perform on site during SF6 switchgear lifetime (preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance). Assembly and disassembly of components Special tools (if it is necessary).

40 Page No. 40 of Inscriptions The costs of the accommodation and travel of I.E.Corp. staff will be borne by I.E.Corp Training course for workshop staff In addition to the above mentioned training, a training course for two teams of 5 participants each, of I.E.Corp.'s workshop staff is required, in order to qualify them for repairing the units (the same qualification as the manufacturer service staff). The training course shall include: a. Theoretical guidance about the construction and testing of the equipment, safeguard to be taken when handling and operating the equipment (when the repair is performed in the workshop and in the installation site). b. Practical guidance on the following subjects: Troubleshooting Repairing of the equipment Leakage detection, gas filling/draining, using of accessories for SF6 gas collection. Usage of special tools, accessories and spare parts. All the operations to be performed when the repair is executed in the workshop and in the installation site. Disassembling and assembling components such as pressure indicator gauge, tripping device, interlocks, motordrives, microswitches, VDS etc. Testing of the equipment. c. The training course shall be performed in Israel, at the location of the production line or at the location of the Service Company in Israel. If the training will performed at the location of the Service Company in Israel, then the Contractor shall be responsible for the entire facilities required for the training. At the end of the course and after successfully passing an examination, an authorization certificate shall be given to each participant. d. The costs of the accommodation and travel of I.E.Corp. staff will be borne by I.E.Corp. All the inscriptions shall be in Hebrew, durable and clearly legible. The inscriptions shall successfully withstand in the service conditions as defined under clause 6.1.

41 Page No. 41 of Nameplate The nameplate shall be in accordance with IEC Publication In addition, the following information shall be added to the nameplate: - Date (month and year of manufacture). - Weight of the SF6 switchgear. - Tel. and Fax numbers of the Service Company in Israel. The nameplate itself shall be made of anodized sheet aluminum. 9.2 Warning Labels Each SF6 switchgear shall be supplied with the following warning labels: a. A warning label for gas leakage checking shall be according to illustration No. 6. The warning label shall be of self-adhesive type, which can be sticks on metal. The background of the label shall be white and the color of printing shall be as follows: Items 1 in black color. Items 2 in red color. b. A warning signboard according to illustration No. 7 shall be attached to each cable compartment. The warning signboard shall be of engraved type. The background of the signboard shall be blue and the color of printing shall be white. The height of the fonts shall be 8 mm and the font type shall be SL512. c. A warning signboard according to illustration No. 8 shall be attached to each SF6 switchgear in a conspicuous place. The warning signboard shall be of engraved type. The background of the signboard shall be blue and the color of printing shall be white. The height of the fonts shall be 9 mm and the font type shall be SL512. Illustration No. 6: warning label for leakage gas checking

42 Page No. 42 of 154 Illustration No. 7: warning signboard attached to each cable compartment Illustration No. 8: warning signboard attached to each SF6 switchgear d. A warning label according to illustration No. 9 shall be attached beside each motor circuit breaker. The warning label shall be of self-adhesive type, which can be sticks on metal. The background of the label shall be blue and the color of printing shall be white. יש להפסיק מא"ז מנוע לפני ביצוע הפעלה ידנית Illustration No. 9: warning label attached to each motor circuit breaker 9.3 Each cable compartment cover shall be marked with a marking of its location on the switchgear. The marking shall be as follows: Cable cubicles: C1, C2.C5 Transformer cubicles: T1, T2 The order of numbering shall be from the left cubicle to the right cubicle The same marking shall be attached to the front panel of each cubicle. 9.4 The phase order markings (L1, L2, L3) shall be attached behind each bushing, each fuse canister and behind each voltage indicator. 9.5 A warning label with the sign of "no drilling" shall be attached to the right, left and back sides of the SF6 vessel.

43 Page No. 43 of Operating Instructions signboard Each switchgear shall be supplied with an Operating Instructions signboard and with suitable base. It is to be noted that the switchgear shall be supplied with signboard intended for installation in Indoor Transformer Station (ITS) - see clause The signboard shall be made of foamed P.V.C and the printing shall be in silkscreen. The signboard shall be coated with a transparent polyester coating against scratch type No. 639 of 3M manufacture The dimensions and the installation method of the signboard shall be as follows: PVC dimension (mm) 700 x 500 x 5 (See illustration No. 10) Signboard dimensions (mm) 690 x 445 Method of installation On base according to illustration No The content and the colors of the signboard shall be according to the example described in Illustration No. 11. Remark: During the Prototype Approval the Contractor shall prepare such signboard according to I.E.Corp. instructions. I.E.Corp. will provide a translation into English (if it will be necessary) of the above signboard.

44 Page No. 44 of 154 Illustration No. 10: Operating Instructions signboard for ITS

45 45 Illustration No. 11: Example of Operating Instructions signboard

46 Page No. 46 of Packaging 10.1 The packaging of the SF6 switchgear shall be suitable for transportation and for prolonged storage period Each bushing shall be protected up to cable installation against dust by an appropriate cover Each supplied SF6 switchgear shall be packed together with all its accessories, in a wood case according to illustration No. 12. Inside the wood case the SF6 switchgear shall be covered by hard plastic sheet. Accessories such as voltage indicators, bolts, fuse guides etc. shall be packed in a cardboard box. The construction of the wood case shall permit the storage in two layers. One Operating Instruction Signboard shall be attached to each case Each packaging shall be clearly marked in print (large letters) with the following: Trade mark. Israel Electric Corp. Catalogue Number. Contract and/or Order Number. Serial Number. Configuration (for example: 3C+1T, 24 kv) Weight Tel. No. of the Service Company in Israel. Instructions for unloading with a mobile crane and with a fork-lift truck, checking of the correctly balanced during the transportation. Indoor storage. Lifting and tying points One copy of the packing list shall be attached to each case One copy of the Installation Instructions in Hebrew shall be attached to each case.

47 Page No. 47 of 154 Illustration No. 12: wood case 11. Spare Parts 11.1 The Bidder shall submit to the Israel Electric Corp. together with his proposal a spare parts list (please fill-in the table attached in Appendix "G"). The spare parts list shall include the following information: Manufacturer names of spare parts, Manufacturer part number (P/N) of spare parts, order number of spare parts (if any), reference number in drawing The Contractor shall supply to the Purchaser, if required, and by a particular order at any time during a period of 15 years from last Purchaser's order, spare parts for the previously ordered Switchgear, in the quantities that are needed by the Purchaser for repair of damaged Switchgear of Contractor's manufacture, or if any of those went out of stock, its functional equivalent.

48 Page No. 48 of Quality Assurance and Quality Control The Quality Assurance and Quality Control of the Manufacturer shall conform to The Threshold Conditions of the Bid documents. The Q.C system of the manufacturer shall comply with the requirements of specification Q-APP-02/4, 03/2011 (Procurement Quality Requirements) attached in Appendix "K". If the present Specification or the Threshold Conditions of the Bid contain requirements which are differ from those of specification Q-APP-02/4, 03/2011 attached in Appendix "K", the requirements of this specification and of the Threshold Conditions of the Bid shall take precedence. 13. DELIVERY APPROVAL CONDITIONS 13.1 After final approval of the prototype, as soon as possible after tests, but before delivery of the rest of SF6 switchgear, the Contractor shall submit to Israel Electrical Corporation 3 (three) copies of each Routine Test Report as required in clause 7.2. The Routine Test Report shall bear Manufacturer's name, the serial number and the type of the SF6 switchgear tested as well as the name and signature of the individuals responsible for the results of the Routine tests. Contractor must also specify according to which standards the Routine Test was performed A Quality Control Label shall be attached to each SF6 switchgear. The label shall indicate: Contract/order no. Approved stamp. Serial no. Date Name and Signature 13.3 A label shall be attached to each SF6 switchgear including the name, the facsimile and the telephone number of the Service Company.

49 Page No. 49 of Prototype Approval After notification of award, and before production of all ordered SF6 switchgear, the Contractor shall manufacture one SF6 switchgear as prototype for Israel Electric Corp. preliminary approval Together with the prototype, the Manufacturer shall present for the Israel Electric Corp. approval a simulator which shall enable to check the Electrical Operation (as per sub-clause of this Spec.) of all ordered SF6 switchgears during Routine Tests Before manufacturing of the prototype, the Contractor shall submit for Purchaser approval, the following: a) Detailed drawings. b) Cleaning and painting procedures. c) A list of all components and accessories manufactured in Israel. d) A list of all components manufactured in countries other than Israel, and the manufacturer's country of origin (for details of outsourcing requirements refer to the Outsourcing Outside of Israel, paragraph of the Cover Letter accompanying this Proposal Document). e) A complete list of "For Information" documentation for approval. f) Inspection and Test plan included in the Quality Plan and which shall be applied during Equipment's manufacture erection and commissioning. g) As applicable special manufacturing Procedures: Welding procedures and Welder's qualifications. Non Destructive Evaluation Procedures and N.D.E. Inspector's qualifications. Special Processes Procedures. Heat Treatment Procedures. Electrical Testing Procedures as per applicable Standards. Non Conformance's and Deviation Control Procedures. Certificates of Chemical, Physical, Mechanical and Electrical Tests, according to this Specification. Inspection and Test Reports. h) List of qualified suppliers of the most important parts and components (as is applicable). i) Type Test Reports, according to the relevant Standards, of the main components (for example: bushings, insulators, V.D.S etc.) which will be produced by the Contractor or his subcontractors for this Contract Together with the prototype the Contractor shall present for Israel Electric Corp. approval an Operating Instructions Signboard.

50 Page No. 50 of For purposes of the Prototype approval, the manufacturer shall perform the complete routine tests, type tests and special tests as required in clause 7 of this specification The Contractor shall be responsible to conduct successfully all the necessary tests, and to deliver to the Israel Electric Corp. all the necessary reports, in a manner, which will not interfere with or delay any of the time schedules, pertaining to any action or undertaking, required of the winning Bidder, including, but not limited to delivery schedule. Such responsibility shall include proper and reasonable advance notifications to the Israel Electric Corp., prior to any action, required of it. The test program and the test laboratories shall be agreed between I.E.Corp. and the Manufacturer The Israel Electric Corp. shall have a right (but not a duty) to waive all or part of the required tests if the following requirements fulfilled: a. Type and Special Tests have already been conducted with reference to an identical equipment which is offered by the Bidder and b. The equipment is manufactured in identical manufacturing line, identical technology procedure and according to the same standards. c. The proposed equipment has been supplied to the Israel Electric Corp. in the last 3 years. d. The Israel Electric Corp. approves the reports, pertaining to such tests. The Bidder will be notified by the Israel Electric Corp. about the type test waived prior to the commercial stage of the tender The Contractor shall submit to Israel Electric Corp. 3 (three) sets of drawings of the prototype, Routine Test Report (including special tests) as required in clause 7.2 of this Specification. The drawings shall show the overall outside dimensions, mounting dimensions, wiring diagram, main sections and gross weight. All data and descriptive material in the above drawings shall be in English. All dimensions shall be stated in the metric system The Israel Electric Corp. reserves the right to cancel the order for the supply of SF6 Switchgear if the prototype is not approved by the Israel Electric Corp.

51 Page No. 51 of After prototype approval (including final approval of the drawings) the Contractor shall submit within thirty (30) days from the date of prototype Approval, but not later then thirty (30) days before delivery of the equipment the following: - Three (3) sets of complete instructions, site tests, tools, accessories, books for erecting, installing operating and maintaining the equipment. After Purchaser's approval of the above instruction book, the Contractor shall submit six (6) sets of complete instruction books and a CD of the instruction book. - Final Inspection and Test Plan - Final special manufacture procedures In any case, the Contractor shall not resume the manufacture of the rest of the ordered equipment before receiving the Israel Electric Corporation's final approval of the prototype The required schedule up to the prototype approval (after the notification of award) is attached in Appendix "I".

52 Page No. 52 of 154 Appendix "A" Appendix A Summary of Data for SF6 Insulated Switchgear for 24 kv System Voltage Bid No.: Name of the Bidder: Signature of Bidder: (Insert all data in this column) 1.1 Bidder s Name and Address 1.2 Bidder s tel. number/fax number 1.3 Manufacturer s Name and Address 1.4 Manufacturer s tel. number/fax number 2. Type of SF6 Insulated Switchgear (Denomination): 3C... (P/N) 4C... (P/N) 5C... 2C+1T... 2C+2T... 3C+2T... (P/N) (P/N) (P/N) (P/N) 3C+1T... (P/N) Simulator For Checking Electrical Operation of SF6 Switchgear... (P/N) 3. Documents 3.1 Are the following documents attached to the proposal? (a) General outline drawings with dimensions, weight, etc.... (attached/not attached) Switchgear Category A Switchgear Category B

53 Page No. 53 of 154 Appendix "A" Name of the Bidder: Signature of Bidder: (Insert all data in this column) (b) General outline drawings of all accessories, bushings, including operating panel (attached/not attached) (c) List of accessories... (attached/not attached) (d) Recommended cable connectors... (attached/not attached) (e) Recommended High-Voltage back-up current limiting fuse links... (attached/not attached) (f) Description of the equipment (including arcing chamber, earthing system, interlocks, operating mechanism, protection against corrosion, painting, etc.).... (attached/not attached) (g) Detailed specification covering construction and materials used in all parts of the equipment.... (attached/not attached) (h) Wiring diagrams... (attached/not attached) (i) The manufacturer catalogue pages of the proposed motor and trip coil with electrical data... (attached/not attached) (j) Type test reports as required in clause 7.1 of this specification... (attached/not attached) (k) "Sealed for life time" document proof... (attached/not attached) (l) Routine test program as required in clause 7.2 of this specification... (attached/not attached) (m) Design of the simulator (as required in para )... (attached/not attached) (n) Spare parts list including part No. of each spare part (according to clause 11)... (attached/not attached)

54 Page No. 54 of 154 Appendix "A" Name of the Bidder: Signature of Bidder: (Insert all data in this column) (o) Storage, transport and mounting instructions... (attached/not attached) (p) Operating and inspection instructions, safety rules... (attached/not attached) (q) Declaration of Bidder for providing service according to clause 8 by a Service Company in Israel... (attached/not attached) (r) Drawing of the nameplates... (attached/not attached) (s) Reference list... (attached/not attached) (t) Completed and filled-in Summary of Data of Specification NTS-113/1 (Appendix "C")... (attached/not attached) (u) Completed and filled-in Summary of Data of Specification NPS-44/4 (Appendix "E")... (attached/not attached) (v) A list of components and accessories manufactured in Israel, name of local Manufacturer and percentage of each local manufacturer content of total price... (attached/not attached) (w) A list of components and accessories manufactured in countries other than Israel... (attached/not attached) (x) Special manufacturing Procedures... (attached/not attached) (y) Completed and filled-in Appendix "H" list of sub-contractors... (attached/not attached) (z) Quality Assurance Manual including Quality Procedures... (attached/not attached)

55 Page No. 55 of 154 Appendix "A" Name of the Bidder: Signature of Bidder: (Insert all data in this column) (aa) Preliminary Inspection and Test Plan... (attached/not attached) (bb) Valid ISO Standard 9001certificate given by an authorized inspection agency... (attached/not attached) (cc) Know-how Agreement..(attached/not attached) (dd) A written statement by the Bidder (Manufacturer) in which he undertakes to conform to all the requirements of this specification... (attached/not attached) (ee) Test reports of the post insulators according to IEC or a declaration that the post insulators complies with IEC Standard... (attached/not attached) (ff) Instructions and necessary equipment required for draining and refilling SF6 gas (as required in para. 6.29)... (attached/not attached) 4. Service conditions: 4.1 Permissible ambient air temperature: Maximum... (C) Minimum... (C) Daily average... (C) 4.2 Permissible relative humidity: Daily average... (%) Monthly average... (%) 4.3 Maximum permissible altitude above sea level... (m) 5.4 Maximum permissible altitude under sea level... (m) (see also clause 6.1 of this specification).

56 Page No. 56 of 154 Appendix "A" Name of the Bidder: Signature of Bidder: (Insert all data in this column) 4.4 Environmental Protection: Are all the elements of the switchgear withstand the specified environmental conditions?... (yes/no) Are the non-corrosion resistant materials being thoroughly galvanized, cleaned, primed and painted?... (yes/no) Are tight dimensional tolerance components be made of stainless steel and be coated according to the requirements of clause 6.7.3?... (yes/no) Is the grade of aluminum components resistant to service conditions and be coated according to the requirements of clause (yes/no) Are copper components installed outside the SF6 tank be electrolytically tinned?... (yes/no) 5. Design Data: The thickness will be at least... (m) 5.1 Is the SF6 switchgear preventive maintenance free in the specified operating conditions?... (Yes/No) Are detailed instructions attached... (Yes/No) 5.2 Is the proposed SF6 switchgear a "sealed pressure system" according to IEC Standard.. (Yes/No) 5.3 Are all the electrical parts, including arcing chamber, main contacts, connection busbars and earthing switches mounted in a metal enclosure, hermetically sealed and filled with SF6 gas?... (Yes/No) 5.4 Is the equipment guaranteed against gas leakage for at least 15 years?... (Yes/No)

57 Page No. 57 of 154 Appendix "A" Name of the Bidder: Signature of Bidder: (Insert all data in this column) 5.5 Is the enclosure made from stainless steel.. (Yes/No) - What is the thickness of the enclosure? Rated filling pressure... (Bar) 5.7 Design pressure... (Bar) 5.8 Minimum functional pressure... (Bar) At a temperature of... (C) 5.9 Volume of gas used in the SF6 switchgear for each type: 3C... 4C... 5C... 2C+1T... 2C+2T... 3C+1T... 3C+2T... (Liter) (Liter) (Liter) (Liter) (Liter) (Liter) (Liter) 5.10 Switchgear overall dimensions and weight: Length Width Height Weight 3C... 4C... 5C... 2C+1T... 2C+2T... 3C+1T... 3C+2T State the treating and painting cycle of the metal elements. (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)

58 Page No. 58 of 154 Appendix "A" Name of the Bidder: Signature of Bidder: (Insert all data in this column) 5.12 Are the main contacts of the switches enclosed separately in hermetically sealed SF6 gas filled chamber?... (Yes/No) 5.13 The maximum number of cubicles in one SF6 switchgear unit is SF6 Insulated Switchgear Rating: 6.1 Rated voltage... (kv) 6.2 Rated current... (A) 6.3 Rated insulation level: Impulse withstand voltage: To earth, between phases and across the open switching device... (kv) Across the isolating distance... (kv) One-minute power frequency withstand voltage: To earth, between phases and across the open switching device... (kv) Across the isolating distance... (kv) 6.4 Rated frequency... (Hz) 6.5 Rated current of the cable unit... (A) 6.6 Rated current of the trafo unit... (A) 6.7 Rated short time withstand current (I k ). (ka r.m.s.) 6.8 Rated peak withstand current (I p )... (ka peak) 6.9 Rated short-circuit making capacity of the switchdisconector (I ma )... (ka peak) 6.10 Rated short-circuit making capacity of the earthing switch... (ka peak)

59 Page No. 59 of 154 Appendix "A" Name of the Bidder: Signature of Bidder: (Insert all data in this column) 6.11 Rated breaking capacities of switch disconnectors: Rated mainly active load breaking current (I load1 and I load2 )... (A) Rated Closed loop current (I loop )... (A) No-load transformer breaking current.. (A) Rated cable charging breaking current (I cc1 and I cc2 )... (A) Rated line charging breaking current (I lc )... (A) Rated earth fault breaking current (I ef1 and I ef2 )... (A) 6.12 No. of braking and Making Operations: No. of operations in mainly active load of the switch-disconnectors... (CO cycles) No. of making operations at short circuit making current (I ma ) of the switch disconnectors... (C cycles) No. of making operations at short circuit making current (I ma ) of the earthing switches... (C cycles) 6.13 Rated making and breaking capacities of fuse switch combination: Rated transfer current (I transfer )... (A) Prospective current at the maximum breaking energy I 2 t (I wmax )... (A) Making and breaking current at the Rated short circuit current (I sc )... (A) 6.14 Internal fault withstand for 1 sec) Inside the tank... (ka) Inside the cable compartment... (ka)

60 Page No. 60 of 154 Appendix "A" Name of the Bidder: Signature of Bidder: (Insert all data in this column) Classification IAC Maximum permissible partial discharge at 7. Cable connections of Cable cubicle: 1.1xUn = P.D. (pc) = 7.1 Name of the bushings manufacturer and it's type Rated voltage of the bushings... (kv) 7.3 Rated current... (A) 7.4 Rated insulation level: - BIL (1.2/50sec)... (kv peak) - 50 Hz (one minute)... (kv) 7.5 Maximum permissible P.D. at 1.1xUn (Please state the voltage and the quantity of P.D.) 7.6 Cable connectors and surge arresters types which may be installed: 7.7 Cable connectors which may be installed: 8. Cable connections of Trafo cubicle: 8.1 Name of the bushings manufacturer and it's type 8.2 Rated voltage of the bushings... (kv) 8.3 Rated current... (A) 8.4 Rated insulation level: - BIL (1.2/50sec)... (kv peak) - 50 Hz (one minute)... (kv)

61 Page No. 61 of 154 Appendix "A" Name of the Bidder: Signature of Bidder: (Insert all data in this column) 8.5 Maximum permissible P.D. at 1.1x Un (Please state the voltage and the quantity of P.D.) 8.6 Cable connectors which may be installed: (see clause of this specification): P/N of the three phase kit for 50 mm 2, 12/20 kv, Al cable. P/N of the three phase kit for 50 mm 2, 18/30kV, Cu cable. Manufacturer 9. Will each cable cubicle and trafo cubicle be equipped with three cable clamps as required in sub clause 6.17?... (Yes/No) 10. Is the operating mechanism of a spring loading type?... (Yes/No) 11. Is it possible to provide the cable units with quick making and breaking mechanism?... (Yes/No) 12. Motor Drive System (MDS): 12.1 Is each cable cubicle provided with Motor Drive System as per subclause of this specification?... (Yes/No) 12.2 Technical characteristics for Motor Drive: The proposed motor manufacturer's name... The proposed motor manufacturer's model... Rated voltage... (V) Maximum continuous current... (A) Maximum inrush current... For a maximum duration of... (A) (sec)

62 Page No. 62 of 154 Appendix "A" Name of the Bidder: Signature of Bidder: (Insert all data in this column) Maximum no. of operations.. (CLOSE-OPEN) Diagrams and catalogues.(attached/not attached) 12.3 Are the instructions for Motor Drive System adjustment before putting in service (if necessary) attached?... (Yes/No) 13. Fuse-Tripping Device via the striker pin: 13.1 Is the trafo unit provided with a fuse-tripping device via the striker pin?... (Yes/No) 13.2 Is it necessary to check the tripping device: Before putting into service...(yes/no) Periodically...(Yes/No) 13.3 Is a special tester tool necessary for tripping device checking?... (Yes/No) If yes, will the Supplier supply to the Israel Electric Corp. 1 (one) test tool for each 50 trafo cubicles supplied (including operation and calibration instructions)?... (Yes/No) 13.4 Is the trafo unit provided with trip coil?.. (Yes/No) 13.5 Technical characteristics of the trip coil: The proposed trip coil manufacturer's name... The proposed trip coil manufacturer's model. maximum operating current... (A) for a maximum period of... (msec) 14. Electrical Operation: 14.1 Is the operating panel for cable cubicle (including overall dimensions, markings etc.) presented in the attached manufacturer drawing?... (Yes/No) Please specify the No. of the drawing.

63 Page No. 63 of 154 Appendix "A" Name of the Bidder: Signature of Bidder: (Insert all data in this column) 14.2 Is the operating panel for trafo cubicle (including overall dimensions, markings etc.) presented in the attached manufacturer drawing?... (Yes/No) Please specify the No. of the drawing Does the MDS enable emergency manual operation as per sub-clause in this specification?... (Yes/No) 14.4 Does the insertion of the padlock disable the MDS operation?... (Yes/No) 14.5 Type of push-buttons will be Type of lamps will be Will each cable cubicle be provided with the following potential free contacts? a. Selector switch in "Local-Electrical Operation" position... (Yes/No) b. Selector switch in "Remote Control Operation" position... (Yes/No) c. Switch-Disconnector "CLOSED"... (Yes/No) d. Switch-Disconnector "OPEN"... (Yes/No) e. Earthing switch "EARTHED"... (Yes/No) f. Earthing switch "OPEN"... (Yes/No) g. Earthing switch in "NUTRAL" position (in case of 3 positions earthing disconnector). (Yes/No) h. MDS disabled by emergency manual operation handle insertion or by insertion of padlock... (Yes/No) i. Motor circuit-breaker in "OFF" position... (Yes/No)

64 Page No. 64 of 154 Appendix "A" Name of the Bidder: Signature of Bidder: (Insert all data in this column) Are the four above indications "c", "d", "e" and "f" received from auxiliary switches located on the shaft of the Switch-Disconnector and earthing switch?... (Yes/No) 14.8 Will each trafo cubicle be provided with the following potential free contacts? a. Switch-Disconnector "CLOSED"... (Yes/No) b. Switch-Disconnector "OPEN"... (Yes/No) c. Earthing switches "EARTHED"... (Yes/No) d. Earthing switches "OPEN"... (Yes/No) e. Transformer switched-off by fuse striker pin (blown fuse)... (Yes/No) f. Trip-Coil circuit-breaker in "OFF" position... (Yes/No) Are the four above indications "a", b", "c" and "d" received from auxiliary switches located on the shaft of the on-load switch... (Yes/No) 14.9 Are the documents described in paragraph 2.1 of Specification NTS-113/1 (Appendix "C") attached to the offer?... (Yes/No) Is the insulation of copper conductors halogen free type?... (Yes/No) 15. Will the Contractor design and manufacture a simulator to check the correct electrical operation and indications of each cable and trafo cubicle during the mass production?... (Yes/No) 16. Interlocks: 16.1 Are the interlocks according to IEC para implemented?... (Yes/No)

65 Page No. 65 of 154 Appendix "A" Name of the Bidder: Signature of Bidder: (Insert all data in this column) 16.2 Is the interlock between earthing switch and cable connection cover implemented according to clause of this specification?... (Yes/No) 16.3 Is the interlock between switch disconnector and earthing switch (for switchgear of category B) implemented according to clause of this specification?... (Yes/No) 17. Is the SF6 switchgear provided with gas inspection device?... (Yes/No) State what kind of gas inspection device is provided... Is the SF6 switchgear provided with a change over potential free contacts for SF6 gas low pressure alarm indication?... (Yes/No) 18. Is the indicating device of the switch-disconnector and earthing switch position installed directly on the operation system of the switch-disconnector and of the earthing switch contacts?... (Yes/No) Please attach drawing and explanations. 19. Coating material (if any) of the main contacts HV fuses: 20.1 Are the HV fuses air insulated?... (Yes/No) 20.2 Maximum permissible rated current of the HV fuse... (A) 20.3 Maximum permissible outer diameter of the HV fuse... (mm) 20.4 Maximum permissible power dissipation of the HV fuse at the rated current of the fuse?... (W) 20.5 Maximum permissible power dissipation of the HV fuse at the rated current of the fuse?... (W)

66 Page No. 66 of 154 Appendix "A" Name of the Bidder: Signature of Bidder: (Insert all data in this column) 20.6 May the M.V. fuses specified in NPS-208/1 specification (Appendix "D") be installed in the proposed switchgear.... (Yes/No) 21. Will the nameplate be in accordance with subclause 9.1 of this Specification... (Yes/No) 22. Will each cubicle be provided with three capacitive voltage testers (for each phase)... (Yes/No) Please state the type of the voltage testers and no. of the attached type test report... Please note the recommended testing device for V.D.S (see clause of this Specification)... The excitation of the indication "voltage present" (see clause of this Specification)... (kv) 23. Base frame: Will the base of the SF6 switchgear be in accordance with subclause (Yes/No) 24. Refilling/Draining SF6 gas: 24.1Can the Switchgear be refilled with SF6 gas on site or/and at the workshop?... (Yes/No) 24.2Can the SF6 gas be Drained from the Switchgear on site or/and at the workshop?... (Yes/No) 25. Tests: 25.1 Type Tests Are the following Type Test Reports attached (state the number of the test report and according to which subclause of the standard the test was performed):

67 Page No. 67 of 154 Appendix "A" Name of the Bidder: Signature of Bidder: (Insert all data in this column) (a) Lightning and switching impulse voltage tests... (Yes/No) - Test Report No... - No. of relevant standard and subclause... (b) Power frequency voltage tests on the main circuit... (Yes/No) - Test Report No... - No. of relevant standard and subclause... (c) Partial discharge tests... (Yes/No) - Test Report No... - No. of relevant standard and subclause... (d) Dielectric tests on auxiliary and control circuits... (Yes/No) - Test Report No No. of relevant standard and subclause... (e) Temperature rise tests... (Yes/No) - Test Report No... - No. of relevant standard and subclause... (f) Measurement of the resistance of the maincircuit... (Yes/No) - Test Report No... - No. of relevant standard and subclause...

68 Page No. 68 of 154 Appendix "A" Name of the Bidder: Signature of Bidder: (Insert all data in this column) (g) Short-time and peak withstand current tests: On main circuits... (Yes/No) - Test Report No... - No. of relevant standard and subclause... On earthing circuits... (Yes/No) - Test Report No... - No. of relevant standard and subclause (h) Verification of making and breaking capacities... (Yes/No) - Test Report No... - No. of relevant standard and subclause... (i) Mechanical operation tests of switching devices and removable parts: Interlocks... (Yes/No) - Test Report No... - No. of relevant standard and subclause... Mechanical endurance test (Yes/No) - Test Report No... - No. of relevant standard and subclause... Test of the trip linkage... (Yes/No) - Test Report No...

69 Page No. 69 of 154 Appendix "A" Name of the Bidder: Signature of Bidder: (Insert all data in this column) - No. of relevant standard and subclause... Mechanical shock tests on fuses... (Yes/No) - Test Report No... - No. of relevant standard and subclause... (j) Pressure withstand tests... (Yes/No) - Test Report No No. of relevant standard and subclause (k) Gas tightness tests... (Yes/No) - Test Report No No. of relevant standard and subclause (l) Arcing due to internal fault... (Yes/No) - Test Report No No. of relevant standard and subclause (m) Voltage indication system test.. (Yes/No) - Test Report No No. of relevant standard and subclause (n) Artificial pollution test... (Yes/No) - Test Report No No. of relevant standard and subclause (o) Position Indicating Kinematic Chain test... (Yes/No) - Test Report No No. of relevant standard and subclause

70 Page No. 70 of 154 Appendix "A" Name of the Bidder: Signature of Bidder: (Insert all data in this column) Are the attached Type Test Report strictly valid for the ordered SF6 switchgear.... (Yes/No) 25.2 Routine tests: Will a complete Type Test be performed on the Prototype (as per clause 12.4 of this Specification)?... (Yes/No) In this case, Will the type tests be performed according to the required schedule (Appendix "I")?... (Yes/No) Is the Routine test program attached?... (Yes/No) SF6 gas test according to IEC Publication (Yes/No) 25.3 Special tests: 26. Training Are the following test reports attached? (a) Partial discharge test... (Yes/No) - Test Report No.... (b) Mechanical endurance test with motor drives (at least 2000 open-close operations)... (Yes/No) - Test Report No Will a training course for I.E.Corp. operating, mounting and maintenance staff performed according to clause of this specification?... (Yes/No) 26.2 Will a training course for I.E.Corp. workshop staff performed according to clause of this specification?... (Yes/No)

71 Page No. 71 of 154 Appendix "A" Name of the Bidder: Signature of Bidder: 26.3 Will services for equipment provided during the warranty period by a Service Company in Israel according to clause 8.2 of this specification?... (Yes/No) 26.4 Will technical services for equipment provided after the warranty period?... (Yes/No) 27. Inscription 27.1 Will the inscriptions be in Hebrew?... (Yes/No) 27.2 Will the inscriptions withstand successfully the service conditions specified in clause 6.1.(Yes/No) 27.3 Please specify the type, method of printing and materials of the inscriptions Will each switchgear be supplied with an Operating Instruction signboard as per clause 9.6?... (Yes/No) 27.5 Will each switchgear be supplied with the warning labels and markings as per clauses of this specification... (Yes/No) 27. Packaging Will Each SF6 switchgear be packed in accordance with clause 10 of this Specification?... (Yes/No) 28. Prototype approval Does the Bidder guarantee after notification of award and before production of all ordered SF6 switchgear to present SF6 switchgear prototypes, one simulator and the Operating Instructions signboard for Israel Electric Corporation approval as required in clause 13.4 of this Specification?... (Yes/No) (Insert all data in this column)

72 Page No. 72 of 154 Appendix "A" Name of the Bidder: Signature of Bidder: (Insert all data in this column) 29. Conformity With Proposal Documents Bidder hereby certifies that he agrees to all the provisions of the Enquiry Documents. Bidder hereby certifies that he agrees to all conditions of the cover letter of the Israel Electric Corporation Limited, which accompanied the Proposal Documents. Date of Proposal Signature of Bidder

73 Page No. 73 of 154 Appendix "B" APPENDIX "B" Requirements for Know-How Agreement

74 Page No. 74 of 154 Appendix "B" APPENDIX B A. Where a "Know-how" agreement is required under the tender/inquiry documents, or under the specification, such "Know-how" agreement must include the following commitments, or substantially similar commitments, on part of the provider of the know-how: 1. To transfer to the know-how recipient, all the technical documents and drawings, necessary for the manufacturing, fabrication, testing, proper packing, operating and maintaining of the proposed equipment; 2. To adequately instruct and provide technical support to the know recipient in the field of manufacture/fabrication, design, quality control, testing and repair of the proposed equipment; 3. To conduct an inspection of the manufacturing line of the know-how recipient and to approve its adequacy to manufacture the proposed equipment up to the standards of the know-how provider; 4. To participate in type tests of the proposed equipment (of the know how recipients manufacture) and to instruct/support the know-how recipient in undertaking corrective act/procedure, if required or approved by the I.E.Corp.; 5. To provide technical support/instructions to the know-how recipient during the first two years following the start of manufacturing by the know-how recipient; B. The I.E.Corp. waives any and all claims it may have against the know-how provider, for any conduct, act or omission, on part of the know-how provider, or any of its employees, agents, or representatives, directly or indirectly related to the transfer of know-how, the know-how agreement, or any action, or omission thereunder. This waiver of claims shall insure to the benefit of the know-how provider and to the benefit of any of its employees, agents or representatives. Nothing said herein shall release the know-how recipient from any duties or commitments, undertaken by it, as part of its proposal to the I.E.Corp., or in connection with any failures or omissions to carry out such duties, or commitments.

75 Page No. 75 of 154 Appendix "C" APPENDIX "C" Specification NTS-113/1 for Sockets in SF6 Insulated Switchgear for Plug-In Control Cables Connection Applicable for equipment of Category B only

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98 Page No. 98 of 154 Appendix "D" APPENDIX "D" - For Information only - Specification NPS-208/1 for High Voltage Fuses for System Rated Voltage up to 36 KV

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114 Page No. 114 of 154 Appendix "E" APPENDIX "E" Specification NPS-44/4 for Cable Clamps

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123 Page No. 123 of 154 Appendix "F" APPENDIX "F" List of reparations that can be performed on site

124 Page No. 124 of 154 Appendix "F" Reparation operation (Please complete the following list with operations that can be performed on site) 1. Leakage detection and gas filling/draining 2. Replacement of pressure indicator (gauge) 3. Replacement of pressure switch 4. Replacement of Voltage detecting system (VDS) 5. Replacement of trip coil 6. Replacement of trip device 7. Replacement of interlock: Replacement of motor drive 9. Replacement of microswitch Replacement of operating mechanism in cable cubicle Replacement of operating mechanism in transformer cubicle 12. Replacement of fuse canister 13. Replacement of bushing in cable cubicle 14. Replacement of bushing in transformer cubicle Date: unit Please indicate if the reparation operation can be performed in the proposed equipment Bidder's Signature: Know-How Supplier Signature: (*) Remark: The Bidder shall fill-in supplementary reparation operations that can be performed on site for the proposed switchgear.

125 Page No. 125 of 154 Appendix "G" APPENDIX "G" Spare parts list

126 Page No. 126 of 154 Appendix "G" Spare parts for 24 kv switchgear Part Description (*) Fuse compartment cover Cable compartment cover for T (F) cubicle Cable compartment cover for C cubicle (internal arc proof type) Fuse tube covers (Please specify each item in the set): Fuse tube (including gasket, springs, grease and all accessories required for installation) (Please specify each item in the set): Fuse guide ring (three pieces for each set) - if available Fixing bracket for the fuse cover (including all accessories required for installation). - if available (Please specify each item in the set): Unit Each Each Each Each Set (of one phase) Set Set Manufacturer Catalogue No.

127 Page No. 127 of 154 Appendix "G" Part Description (*) Bushing for transformer cubicle (including gasket, grease, silver contact, and all accessories required for installation) (Please specify each item in the set): Bushing for cable cubicle (including gasket, grease, and all accessories required for installation) (Please specify each item in the set): Silver contact of bushing for transformer cubicle Operating mechanism for cable cubicle (Please specify each item in the set): Operating mechanism for transformer cubicle Unit Set (of one phase) Set (of one phase) Each Each Manufacturer Catalogue No.

128 Page No. 128 of 154 Appendix "G" Part Description (*) Manometer (including all accessories required for installation) Pressure switch Coupling system for HR, separable VDS (for cable cubicle) Coupling system for HR, separable VDS (for trafo cubicle) Voltage Detecting system - Indicating lamp Support for coupling system (for cable cubicle) Support for coupling system (for trafo cubicle) Operating handle for switch disconnector Operating handle for earthing switch Cable clamp Motor M.C.B Trip-coil M.C.B Aux. contact for M.C.B. Push-button (black) including contact block Push-button (red) including contact block Push-button (green) including contact block Selector switch including contacts blocks Limit switches (Please specify each item in the set): 24 VDC motordrive Motordrive chain 24 VDC trip coil Unit Each Each Each Each Each Each Each Each Each Each Each Each Each Each Each Each Each Set Each Each Each Manufacturer Catalogue No.

129 Page No. 129 of 154 Appendix "G" Part Description (*) Indicating lamp (yellow cover) Indicating lamp (red cover) 24 VDC MULTI-LED bulb Panel mounting base with dust cover and single locking latch (phoenix HC-B6-AMLD) Panel mounting base with dust cover and single locking latch (phoenix HC-B24-AFQD) Socket for plug-in control cables connection (phoenix HC-B 24-A-UT-PER-M, with male insert) Socket for plug-in control cables connection (phoenix HC-B 6-A-UT-PER-M, with male insert) Fixing accessories for mounting and operation (e.g.: bail restraints, screws, dowels, etc.) (Please specify each item in the set): Front panel for 3C switchgear Front panel for 4C switchgear Front panel for 5C switchgear Front panel for 2C+1T switchgear Front panel for 2C+2T switchgear Front panel for 3C+1T switchgear Front panel for 3C+2T switchgear Front panel for Cable cubicle C1, C2,.C5 (In case of individual front panel for each cable cubicle) Front panel for Transformer cubicle T1, T2 (In case of individual front panel for each Transformer cubicle) Gasket for gas refill opening Unit Each Each Each Each Each Each Each Set Each Each Each Each Each Each Each Each Each Each Manufacturer Catalogue No.

130 Page No. 130 of 154 Appendix "G" Part Description (*) Inspection window (including gaskets, glue, screws etc.) - if exists (Please specify each item in the set): Interlocking system for cable cubicle (Please specify each item in the set): Interlocking system for trafo cubicle (Please specify each item in the set): Grease for gaskets Grease for contacts and mechanical parts Unit Set Set Set Manufacturer Catalogue No. Date: Bidder's Signature: Know-How Supplier Signature: (*) Remark: The Bidder shall fill-in supplementary spare parts which are exclusive for the proposed switchgear.

131 Page No. 131 of 154 Appendix "H" APPENDIX "H" List of Subcontractors for Materials, Services and Parts

132 Page No. 132 of 154 Appendix "H" List of Subcontractors for Materials, Services and Parts (to be filled-in by the Bidder) Bid No.: No. Materials, services, parts subcontracting Name of subcontractor (*) Manufacturer's country of origin Local Israeli content (%) Remark: (*) Preliminary Report of the Audit performed by the Contractor at the Subcontractor facilities (see also clause 12.2 in this Specification). Date: Bidder's Signature: Know-How Supplier Signature:

133 Page No. 133 of 154 Appendix "I" APPENDIX "I" Required Schedule up to Prototype Approval

134 Page No. 134 of 154 Appendix "I" Required Schedule up to Prototype Approval (after notification of award) Bid No.: No. STAGE Submitting of the drawings and all the documents as required in clause of this specification and Q.A.and Q.C. procedure of the required equipment 2. Israel Electric Corp. approval for the above documents. Week Completion or modification of the above documents (if necessary), submitting of mounting and operating instruction in Hebrew. In case of a know-how agreement confirmation by know-how supplier that the local manufacturer is able to manufacture and test the equipment according to our specification. 5. Israel Electric Corp. approval of the above documents after clarifications. 6. a. Preliminary prototype approval of the equipment together with the simulator, Operating Label and frame base. b. Performance of the required type tests and Special tests (as per clauses 7.1 and 7.3 of this specification.) and submitting of the Type Test reports

135 Page No. 135 of 154 for SF6 Insulated Switchgear for Appendix "I" No. STAGE Final Prototype approval. Week 8. Submitting to the Israel Electric Corp. 4 (four) copies of each Routine Tests Report as required in clause 7.2 per our Spec. after final approval of the Prototype but prior to delivery of the rest of equipment. Proposer Signature Please note reservation (if any)

136 Page No. 136 of 154 Appendix "J" APPENDIX "J" Specification EPD-3 for Control Cubicles Wiring Standard Requirements

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