Document No: SMI 101

Amendment No: 9

Substation Maintenance Instruction

Minimum requirements for

maintenance of distribution
equipment

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR MAINTENANCE OF DISTRIBUTION EQUIPMENT Amendment No: 9

SUBSTATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION

Document No : SMI 101 S00
Amendment No : 9
ASSET STANDARDS & DESIGN Approved By : MASD
Approval Date : 29/05/2018

SMI 101

CONTENTS

AMENDMENT RECORD

SECTION 1 – INTRODUCTION
1.1 Purpose
1.2 Scope
1.3 Reference
1.4 Abbreviations

SECTION 2 – ACTIONS
2.1 Duty of care
2.2 Safety standards
2.3 Deviations from an instruction
2.4 Requirements before commencing work
2.5 Quality of materials and workmanship
2.6 Hazardous material register review
2.7 Maintenance work order data entry
2.8 Asset nameplate validation
2.9 Routine maintenance requirements
2.10 Quality of supply
2.11 Materials used in maintenance
2.12 Upgrades or replacement of equipment
2.13 Return of removed equipment

SECTION 3 – OVERHEAD LINE INSPECTION AND GROUND LINE INSPECTION

3.1 Schedule of maintenance

SECTION 4 – AIR BREAK SWITCHES, UNDERSLUNG LINKS AND ISOLATORS

4.1 General
4.2 Schedule of maintenance

SECTION 5 – POLE SUBSTATIONS

5.1 Schedule of maintenance

SECTION 6 – PADMOUNT, GROUND, INDOOR AND KIOSK SUBSTATIONS

6.1 Schedule of maintenance – Ground and Indoor Substations
6.2 Schedule of maintenance – Padmount and Kiosk Substations

SECTION 7 – SWITCHING STATIONS

7.1 Schedule of maintenance

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SECTION 8 – VOLTAGE REGULATORS

8.1 General
8.2 Schedule of maintenance

SECTION 9 - HV RECLOSER, SECTIONALISER AND LOAD BREAK SWITCHES

9.1 Schedule of maintenance

SECTION 10 - STREETLIGHT COLUMNS, LV PILLARS AND DFPS

10.1 Schedule of maintenance

SECTION 11 – PORTABLE EARTHS

11.1 Schedule of maintenance

SECTION 12 – SURGE DIVERTERS/LIGHTNING ARRESTERS

12.1 General
12.2 Schedule of maintenance

SECTION 13 – AUTHORITIES, RESPONSIBILITY AND DOCUMENT CONTROL

13.1 Authorities and responsibility
13.2 Document control

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AMENDMENT RECORD
The record of current section amendments:
Section Amendment Approval
Section Title: Comments:
No: No.: Date:
0 Cover page 9 29/05/18 Administrative changes.
1 Introduction 9 29/05/18 Administrative changes.
2 Actions 9 29/05/18 Administrative changes and clarifications.
29/05/18 Updated to reflect TB0253 – Content relocation
3 Overhead line inspection and ground line inspection 9
from SMI101. Update to reflect MMI0001.
4 Air break switches, underslung links and isolators 9 29/05/18
5 Pole Substations 9 29/05/18 Reviewed as part of RCM 2016/17. No change.
6 Padmount, ground, indoor and kiosk substations 9 29/05/18 Administrative changes and clarifications.
7 Switching stations 9 29/05/18 Changes as part of RCM 2016/17.
8 Voltage Regulations 9 29/05/18 Changes as part of RCM 2016/17.
9 HV recloser, sectionaliser and load break switches 9 29/05/18 Changes as part of RCM 2016/17.
10 Streetlight columns, LV pillars and DFPS 9 29/05/18
11 Portable earths 9 29/05/18
12 Surge diverter/lightning arrestors 9 29/05/18 Changes as part of RCM 2016/17.
13 Authorities, responsibilities and document control 9 29/05/18 Changes as part of RCM 2016/17.

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SUBSTATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION

Document No : SMI 101 S01

Amendment No : 9
ASSET STANDARDS & DESIGN Approved By : MASD
Approval Date : 29/05/18

SMI 101 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR MAINTENANCE OF DISTRIBUTION

EQUIPMENT

SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION

CONTENTS

1.1 Purpose ..................................................................................................................... 2

1.2 Scope ........................................................................................................................ 2
1.3 Reference .................................................................................................................. 2
1.4 Abbreviations ........................................................................................................... 4
1.4.1 Abbreviations ............................................................................................................. 4
1.4.2 General terminology definitions.................................................................................. 5
1.4.3 Specific definitions - electrical switchgear assemblies ............................................... 7
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1.1 Purpose
The purpose of this instruction is to set out in detail the following:
• Maintenance frequency and applicable standards for all equipment relating to the distribution
network.
• Procedures required for the upgrade and modification of assets to the latest standard.
• Define the terminology and abbreviations used within Endeavour Energy’s maintenance
standards.

1.2 Scope
The scope of this document covers the maintenance frequency, standards and general
requirements of all distribution equipment and mains, to achieve Endeavour Energy’s minimum
standards and needs. This includes the requirements of distribution substations, switching stations,
regulating stations, field reclosers, load break switches, sectionalisers, streetlight columns, low
voltage (LV) pillars, poles and mains.
This instruction is to be read in conjunction with all relevant distribution SMIs and MMIs.

1.3 Reference
Internal
• Company Policy (Network) 9.7.1 – Network Asset Construction
• Company Policy (Network) 9.9.1 – Network Asset Maintenance
• Company Policy (Network) 9.9.2 – Essential Spares and Mobile Solutions
• Company Procedure (Health & Safety) GSY 0050 – Hazardous Chemicals Management
• Company Procedure (Heath & Safety) GSY 1065 – Asbestos Management
• Company Procedure (Network) GAM0089 – Authorisations Governance and Management
• Company Form (Heath & Safety) FSY 0118 - Worksite Coordination /Hazard & Risk
Assessment
• Branch Workplace Instruction (All Regional) WRG0526 – Handling of SF6 (Sulphur
Hexafluoride)
• Earthing Design Instruction EDI 100 - Distribution earthing design
• Equipment Technical Specification ETS 0010 – Mineral Insulating Oil
• Mains Construction Instruction MCI 0005 – Overhead construction standards manual
• Mains Construction Instruction MCI 0006 – Underground distribution: Construction standards
manual
• Mains Design Instruction MDI 0026 – Location of isolation points on the high voltage
distribution network
• Mains Design Instruction MDI 0028 – Underground distribution network design
• Mains Design Instruction MDI 0031 – Overhead line design
• Mains Maintenance Instruction MMI 0001 – Pole and Line Inspection and Treatment
Procedures
• Mains Maintenance Instruction MMI 0003 – Routine structural inspection of streetlighting
columns and LV pillars
• Mains Maintenance Instruction MMI 0005 – Control and prevention of television and radio
interference in 11kV – 132kV overhead power lines
• Mains Maintenance Instruction MMI 0022 – Routine electrical inspection and maintenance of
streetlight columns, LV pillars and associated electrical terminations
• Mains Maintenance Instruction MMI 0032 – Thermovision of distribution and transmission
lines
• Protection Design Instruction PDI 1000 – Protection of high voltage plant
• Protection Maintenance Instruction PMI 4120 – Maintenance of protection
• Substation Maintenance Instruction SMI 102 – Substation batteries
• Substation Maintenance Instruction SMI 104 – Major substation earthing system test
• Substation Maintenance Instruction SMI 105 – Graffiti rectification and painting

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• Substation Maintenance Instruction SMI 106 – Zone & Transmission Substation

Accommodation
• Substation Maintenance Instruction SMI 107 – Pole substations
• Substation Maintenance Instruction SMI 109 – SCADA equipment
• Substation Maintenance Instruction SMI 110 – Voltage regulating equipment
• Substation Maintenance Instruction SMI 111 – Selection of distribution transformers for
refurbishment
• Substation Maintenance Instruction SMI 113 – Distribution and field transmission data asset
structure and nameplate details
• Substation Maintenance Instruction SMI 116 – MDI readings and identification of overloaded
transformers
• Substation Maintenance Instruction SMI 122 – Use and handling of sulphur hexafluoride
(SF6)
• Substation Maintenance Instruction SMI 124 – Maintenance data entry and defect
prioritisation
• Substation Maintenance Instruction SMI 155 – Power, auto and regulating transformers
• Substation Maintenance Instruction SMI 159 – Refurbishment of distribution transformers
• Substation Maintenance Instruction SMI 160 – Distribution Substations
• Substation Maintenance Instruction SMI 204 – Disconnectors, links and air break switches
• Substation Maintenance Instruction SMI 207 – HV reclosers, sectionalises and load break
switches
• Substation Maintenance Instruction SMI 212 – HV switch and switch fuse units
• Substation Maintenance Instruction SMI 250 – Low voltage distribution boards
• Electrical Safety Rules
• Endeavour Energy Hazardous Material Database (HAZMAT Register)

External
• Work Health and Safety Act 2011
• Electricity Supply (General) Regulation 2014
• Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011
• ENA National Electricity Network Safety Code (Doc 01-2008)
• ENA National electricity network operator and service provider safety assurance guidelines
(NENS 02-2006)
• ENA National guidelines for safe access to electrical and mechanical apparatus (NENS 03-
2006)
• ENA National guidelines for safe approach distances to electrical and mechanical apparatus
(NENS 04-2006)
• ENA National fall protection guidelines for the electricity industry (NENS 05-2006)
• AS 1851:2012 – Routine service of fire protection systems and equipment
• AS 2067:2016 – Substations and high voltage installations exceeding 1 kV a.c.
• AS 2467:2008 – Maintenance of Electrical Switchgear
• AS 60947.2:2015 – Low voltage switchgear and controlgear – Circuit Breakers
• AS 62271.1:2012 – High-voltage switchgear and controlgear
• AS 62271.102-2005 (R2016) – High voltage switchgear and controlgear - Alternating current
disconnectors and earthing switches
• AS IEC 62271.4:2015 – High-voltage switchgear and controlgear - Handling procedures for
sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) and its mixtures
• AS/NZS 60265.1:2001 – High-voltage switches – Switches for rated voltages above 1 kV and
less than 52 kV
• AS/NZS IEC 60947.3:2015 – Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear - Switches,
disconnectors, switch-disconnectors and fuse-combination units
• IEC 62271-105:2015 – High-voltage switchgear and controlgear - Alternating current switch-
fuse combinations for rated voltages above 1 kV up to and including 52kV

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1.4 Abbreviations
1.4.1 Abbreviations
ABC Aerial bundled cable
ABS Air break switch
ASP Accredited Service Provider
BGI Below ground inspection
CB Circuit breaker
CBM Condition based maintenance
CCT Covered conductor thick
DOF Drop out fuse
EDI Earthing Design Instruction
EMS Environmental Management Standard
EPV Elevating platform vehicle (bucket truck)
F&E Fault and emergency maintenance
FRL Fire resistance level
HAZMAT Hazardous materials
HDPE High density polyethylene
HV High voltage
IR (1) Infrared
IR (2) Insulation resistance
LBS Load break switch
LV Low voltage
MCI Mains Construction Instruction
MDI (1) Mains Design Instruction
MDI (2) Maximum Demand Indicator
MMI Mains Maintenance Instruction
NMSHVABC Non-metallic screened high voltage aerial bundled cable.
OLI/GLI Overhead line inspection / Ground line inspection
PCB Polychlorinated biphenyls
PDI Protection Design Instruction
P-G CLAMP Parallel grooved clamp
PSBI Pre-Summer Bushfire Inspection
PVC Poly-vinyl chloride
RCM Reliability centred maintenance
RFI Radio frequency interference
SCADA Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition
SDI Substation Design Instruction
SF6 Sulphur hexafluoride
SMI Substation Maintenance Instruction
SWER Single wire earth return
TVI Television interference
UCD Underground commercial distribution

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UG Underground
UG/OH Underground to overhead connection
UID Underground industrial distribution
URD Underground residential distribution
WHRA Workplace Hazard and Risk Assessment
XLPE Cross linked polyethylene

1.4.2 General terminology definitions

ASP Accredited Service Provider – a person accredited through a
ministerially-recognised accreditation scheme to undertake contestable
works.
Authorised A person with technical knowledge or sufficient experience and
training, who has been approved as competent and is then authorised
in writing by the company to perform the function requiring
authorisation on or near the company’s electricity network or in any
other situation determined by the General Manager Asset
Management. This definition holds for various forms of the word, for
example authorisation and authorise.
Condition The use of advanced technologies in order to determine equipment
monitoring condition and performance, and potentially predict failure.
Condition Maintenance activities to rectify equipment defects and abnormalities
based that are likely to deteriorate to a failed condition and impact on safety,
maintenance system reliability, the environment, and impose unacceptable
(CBM) operational constraints on the network. This also includes rectification
of defects found during other maintenance activities.
Diagnostic A test involving the establishment of comparative data for monitoring
testing and checking the condition of equipment.
Distribution The collection of assets (distribution lines, cables, substation and
network associated equipment) whose purpose is to distribute power from zone
substation to distribution substations, that feeds the low voltage
network.
Ellipse Asset database distributed by Mincom.
Epoxy resin- Switchgear of cast-resin construction that uses air as an insulating and
cast interrupting medium.
Examination An inspection, with the addition of partial dismantling, as required,
supplemented by means such as measurements and non-destructive
tests in order to assess the condition of an item.
Fault and Maintenance activities to rectify any emergency, unpredicted or
emergency impending failure, incident or event, impacting on safety, the
(F&E) environment, loss of supply to customers or imposing unacceptable
maintenance operational constraints on the network.

Fire Fire resistance level means the grading period in minutes. The three
resistance (3) figures represent structural adequacy/integrity/insulation.
level (FRL)

Hazardous A secure, centralised database (found on the Company’s Intranet site

Materials or ASP portal) that details the presence of hazardous materials

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Register associated with Company assets and the condition, as well as any
documentation associated with the management of the material, for
example, clearance certificates and asbestos air monitoring results.
The database is accessible to all workers and ASPs.
High voltage Voltage exceeding or equal to 1kV AC (refers to 12kV, 12.7kV and
(HV) 24kV in this instruction).
Inspection Maintenance action comprising a careful scrutiny of an item carried out
without dismantling and using all the senses required to detect
anything which causes the item to fail to meet an acceptable condition.
Note: An inspection may be followed by an operational check.
Latitude The allowable variance from the prescribed maintenance period.
Low voltage Voltage exceeding 32V AC but less than 1kV AC.
(LV)
Major Maintenance work that generally includes major works, dismantling
overhaul and/or replacement of items to complete the maintenance.
Minor Maintenance work that is generally limited to lubrication and/or
overhaul or replacement of consumables, however can encompass
servicing inspection/repair to components of the asset.
Network The Endeavour Energy electrical network of poles, wires, substations
and other assets through which electrical power is
transmitted/distributed to customers.
Non-routine
Planned maintenance that is not the result of a breakdown.
maintenance
Operational
An action carried out to determine whether an item functions correctly.
check
Pole Reinforcing a pole by pole nailing or pole rebutting to an acceptable
reinstatement serviceability level.
Pole Replacement of the decayed below ground portion of the pole with a
rebutting steel and concrete stub of sliding sleeves or caissons so that the pole
is reinforced to an acceptable serviceability level.
Pole nailing Installation of additional galvanised steel section to reinforce a
decayed pole at the ground line area to an acceptable serviceability
level.
Routine Maintenance organised and carried out in accordance with a
maintenance predetermined policy or plan, to prevent breakdown, or reduce the
likelihood of an item failing to meet an acceptable condition.
SF6 insulated Fully enclosed metal clad switchgear that uses Sulphur Hexaflouride
switchgear gas as an insulating and/or interrupting medium. Includes but is not
limited to the following types;
- ABB Safelink,
- Schneider (Merlin Gerin) SM6, RM6 and VM6,
- Siemens 8DJH, 8DJ10 and 8DJ,
- GEC/Alstom Floukit M24
- Falcon Brush,
- Areva FBX-C and,
- Holec SVS
Sub- The collection of assets (transmission lines, cables, zone substation
transmission and associated equipment) whose purpose is to distribute power in
network bulk from transmission substations to zone substations which feed the

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distribution network or a particular customer substation. Sub-

transmission voltages in Endeavour Energy’s network are typically
132kV, 66kV and 33kV.
Test A procedure carried out to establish the quality, condition and/or
performance on an item.
Transmission The collection of assets (transmission lines, cables, zone substation
system and associated equipment), whose purpose is to transmit power in bulk
from Transgrid supply point to a sub-transmission substation. The
transmission voltages in Endeavour Energy’s network are typically but
not exclusively 132kV.
Unplanned Maintenance that has resulted from an outage or as the result of a
maintenance breakdown of an asset.

1.4.3 Specific definitions - electrical switchgear assemblies

Switchgear and controlgear (ref AS 62271.4:2015)
A general term covering switching devices and their combination with associated control,
measuring, protective and regulating equipment, also assemblies of such devices and equipment
with associated inter-connections, accessories, enclosures and supporting structures.
Indoor switchgear (ref AS 62271.1:2012 for service conditions)
Switchgear designed for use entirely indoor where the effects of atmospheric conditions are
controlled.
Outdoor switchgear (ref AS 62271.1:2012 for service conditions)
Switchgear designed for use out of doors and capable of withstanding the full effects of the
specified atmospheric conditions.
Circuit breakers (ref AS 60947.2:2015)
A mechanical switching device capable of making, carrying and breaking currents under normal
circuit conditions, and also making, carrying for a specified time, and breaking currents under
specified abnormal circuit conditions such as those of short circuit.
Note: A circuit breaker is usually intended to operate infrequently, although some types are
suitable for frequent operation.
Switch (ref AS 60265.1:2001)
A switching device capable of making, carrying and breaking currents under normal circuit
conditions that may include specified operating overload conditions and also carry for a specified
time currents under specified abnormal circuit conditions such as those of short circuit.
Disconnector (ref AS 62271.102:2005)
A mechanical device that for reasons of safety provides in the open position, an isolating distance
in accordance with specified requirements.
A disconnector is capable of opening and closing a circuit when negligible current is broken or
made. Negligible current implies currents up to 0.5A such as the capacitance currents of bushings,
busbars, connections, very short lengths of cables, and currents of voltage transformers or
dividers.
A disconnector is capable of opening and closing a circuit when no significant change in the
voltage across the terminals of each of the poles of the isolator occurs. No significant change of
voltage refers to such applications as the bypassing of circuit breakers.
A disconnector is capable of carrying currents under normal circuit conditions and carrying for a
specified time, currents under abnormal conditions such as those of short-circuit.

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Fuse (ref AS 60947.3:2015)

A switching device that, by the fusion of one or more of its specially designed and proportioned
components, opens the circuit in which it is inserted and breaks the current when it exceeds a
given value for a sufficient time.
Note: The fuse comprises all the parts that form the complete switching device.
A fuse element is that part of a fuse designed to melt when the fuse operates.
A fuse-link is that part of a fuse including the fuse element(s) which requires replacement by a new
fuse-link after the fuse has operated and before the fuse is put back into service.
A current-limiting fuse is a fuse that, during and by its operation at its rated breaking capacity, limits
the current to a value substantially lower than the peak value of the prospective current.
An expulsion fuse is a fuse in which the arc is extinguished by expulsion of gases produced by the
arc. (An expulsion fuse does not exhibit significant current limiting features).
Fuse switch (ref AS 60947.3:2015)
A switch in which a fuse link or fuse carrier with fuse link forms the moving contact.
Switch fuse combination (ref IEC 62271-105:2012)
A combination of a three-pole switch with three fuses provided with strikers, the operation of any
striker causing all three poles of the switch to open automatically.
Note: Also known as a fuse-switch combination.
Switch-fuse (ref AS 60947.3:2015)
A switch in which one or more poles have a fuse in series in a composite unit.

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Document No : SMI 101 S02

Amendment No : 9
ASSET STANDARDS & DESIGN Approved By : MASD
Approval Date : 29/05/18

SMI 101 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR MAINTENANCE OF DISTRIBUTION

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SECTION 2 ACTIONS

CONTENTS

2.1 Duty of care............................................................................................................... 2

2.2 Safety standards ...................................................................................................... 2
2.3 Deviations from an instruction ................................................................................ 2
2.4 Requirements before commencing work ................................................................ 2
2.5 Quality of materials and workmanship ................................................................... 2
2.6 Hazardous material register .................................................................................... 2
2.7 Maintenance work order data entry......................................................................... 2
2.8 Asset nameplate validation ..................................................................................... 3
2.9 Routine maintenance requirements ........................................................................ 3
2.9.1 Inspections and diagnostic testing ............................................................................. 3
2.9.2 Maintenance work...................................................................................................... 3
2.10 Quality of supply ...................................................................................................... 3
2.10.1 Overloaded distribution substations ........................................................................... 3
2.10.2 TVI/RFI ...................................................................................................................... 3
2.11 Materials used in maintenance ................................................................................ 4
2.11.1 General...................................................................................................................... 4
2.11.2 SF6 and SF6 handling equipment .............................................................................. 4
2.12 Upgrades or replacement of equipment ................................................................. 4
2.12.1 Assessment criteria ................................................................................................... 4
2.12.2 Discretionary maintenance and repairs ...................................................................... 6
2.13 Return of removed equipment ................................................................................. 6
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2.1 Duty of care

Endeavour Energy employees/contractors must take all reasonable steps as far as possible to
prevent injury to the public, Endeavour Energy contractors and their staff, and Endeavour Energy
employees during the course of their work. If a potential safety or environmental issue is identified,
it is the supervisor’s responsibility to correct the problem immediately or to make the problem safe
and have it repaired at a later date.
If the work is postponed to a later date, the Regional Distribution Manager must be informed of the
delay and they will make a risk assessment of the situation and have the processes in place to
manage the risk until such time the issue can be rectified.

2.2 Safety standards

Throughout the duration of the works to be carried out as a result of this instruction, Endeavour
Energy employees/contractors must abide by the Endeavour Energy Safety Rules, the ENA
National Electricity Network Safety Code (Doc 01-2008), and any amendments to these
documents.
All maintenance work carried out under this instruction must be carried out in accordance with
Company Policy 9.9.1 – Network Asset Maintenance.

2.3 Deviations from an instruction

When a requirement outlined in in this document cannot be adhered to, Company Form
FAM 0048 – Dispensation Request must be submitted for consideration. The request will be
evaluated according to the dispensation process documented in GAM0114 - Granting
Dispensations for Engineering Documents.

2.4 Requirements before commencing work

All employees must have the appropriate authorisations, instructions, up-to-date design drawings,
SWMS documents and completed Company Form FSY 0118 – Worksite Hazard and Risk
Assessment before commencing any maintenance work.
Contingency plans must also be in place to cover related safety, environmental and operational
issues as outlined in Endeavour Energy’s Company Procedures (Safety – Electrical) and Company
Procedures (Safety – General), and in accordance with the relevant Environmental Management
Standards.

2.5 Quality of materials and workmanship

All materials used must be new or refurbished under approved company procedures, unless
approval in writing is given by the Substation Assets Manager, and of a quality and class most
suitable for working under the conditions specified, without distortion, deterioration or imposing
undue stress on other equipment.
All work must be neat, carried out to trade standards and in a professional manner.

2.6 Hazardous material register

Hazardous chemicals are to be managed according to the minimum requirements relating to the
storage, handling, transportation, disposal and emergency requirements documented in Company
Procedure GSY 0050 – Hazardous Chemicals Management.

2.7 Maintenance work order data entry

All details of maintenance activities, defects, prioritisation and other required data must be entered
into Ellipse within one (1) week of the work being completed. This data is to be entered at the
lowest level of asset possible. The parent/child hierarchy is shown in SMI 124 – Maintenance data
entry and defect prioritisation, to allow the correct input of data.

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Refer to SMI 124 – Maintenance data entry and defect prioritisation and SMI 113 – Distribution and
field transmission data asset structure and nameplate details, for maintenance data entry
requirements.

2.8 Asset nameplate validation

As part of any maintenance activity, the asset data within Ellipse must be checked for both validity
or missing data, and the records updated in Ellipse. If other data, not listed in SMI 113 –
Distribution and field transmission data asset structure and nameplate details, is considered
necessary, Substation Assets Manager should be informed and the data collected within 2 weeks.

2.9 Routine maintenance requirements

Routine maintenance must be carried out according to the frequencies and standards listed in the
schedules in the following sections, unless indicated otherwise in writing by the Substation Assets
Manager, or an approved technical bulletin.
2.9.1 Inspections and diagnostic testing
Inspection and diagnostic testing (for example: infrared thermometry or partial discharge
monitoring) requirements are to be carried out, as far as practical, with the item energised while
observing safe working procedures and clearances as detailed in Endeavour’s Electrical Safety
Rules.
The inspection is to include the repair of simple defects and abnormalities that can be easily and
safely rectified during the inspection, for example, gummy locks, hinges, replacement of light
globes and fluorescent tubes. The time taken for these simple repair works generally will not take
longer than fifteen (15) minutes. Significant repairs must have a work order raised and completed
at a later date.
Where required, the inspection must include the review of the hazardous materials listed in the
Hazardous Materials Database for the site location, as per Section 2.6.
All defects and abnormalities found during inspections or diagnostic testing are to be recorded with
a maintenance work order and prioritised in accordance with the details of SMI 124 – Maintenance
data entry and defect prioritisation.
2.9.2 Maintenance work
An inspection must precede each examination, operational check and overhaul. All previously
raised defects and abnormalities must be rectified as part of the maintenance work on the
particular item.
Any new defects found during the operational check or overhaul, must be recorded and rectified
within the scope of the authorisations detailed in the Electrical Safety Rules. Any new identified
risks must be recorded on the WHRA and mitigated using the appropriate controls.

2.10 Quality of supply

Where a quality of supply investigation reveals that remedial capital works are required, the works
must be designed and constructed in accordance with the relevant Endeavour Energy design and
maintenance instruction.
2.10.1 Overloaded distribution substations
If, during a periodic MDI reading, a distribution substation transformer is found to be overloaded, as
defined in SMI 116 – MDI readings and identification of overloaded transformers, it is to be
managed through the process for overloaded transformers outlined in SMI 116.
2.10.2 TVI/RFI
TVI and RFI problems must be managed in accordance with MMI 0005 – Control and prevention of
television and radio interference in 11kV-132kV overhead power lines.

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2.11 Materials used in maintenance

2.11.1 General
Only approved materials must be used during maintenance works. If alternate or non-approved
materials are required, written approval is required by the Substation Assets Manager.
It is the supervisor’s responsibility that all the relevant safety data sheets (SDS) for the materials to
be used during the maintenance work are available on-site, and that there is compliance with the
instructions on the use, storage and disposal of the materials.
2.11.2 SF6 and SF6 handling equipment
For full details and processes on the use and handling of sulphur hexafluoride (SF6), refer to
Branch Workplace Instruction (Regional) WRG0526 – Handling of SF6 (Sulphur Hexaflouride).

2.12 Upgrades or replacement of equipment

When upgrading or replacing an asset, the asset will have to comply with current standards. In
particular, they should satisfy the requirements of MCI 0005, MCI 0006, MDI 0028 and MDI 0031.
Similar items or parts must be interchangeable as far as possible and practical without the need to
modify the existing equipment, for example, with the use of tools.
2.12.1 Assessment criteria
It is Endeavour Energy’s policy to update the network to current day standards as opportunities
present themselves. However, before any major works are carried out a project should be
assessed for the method that will achieve the best whole of life cost.
The earthing of all new and replacement equipment must comply with EDI 100. Where this is not
practical (for example during F&E replacement) a defect must be raised so that the earthing issue
can be resolved in accordance with the defect priority.
In all cases where a regulatory or safety issue is involved, equipment must be repaired/replaced in
accordance with the current Standard. If this is not possible, advice must be sought from the
Substation Assets Manager. Figure 1 details the typical repair, refurbish or scrap decision process
to be followed.

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Typical assessment flowchart

Start

Unit still No Remove or isolate and

required leave

Yes

Defective Yes Repair Yes Carry out

unit can be is cost
work
repaired effective

No No

New Yes New Yes

design installed at design is cost
location effective

No No

Spare of Yes Use of Yes

same type is spare is cost
available effective

No No

Unit can Yes Modification Yes

be modified to fit to fit site is cost
existing site effective

No No

Refer to Regional
Services Manager

End

Figure 1: Repair/replace decision flowchart

To assess whether the decision is cost effective, the following aspects must be considered:
• the estimated remaining life of the old asset if it was repaired at time of failure;
• the cost of repairing the old asset;
• current condition data of the asset. The maintenance, defect history of the asset and known
asset failure rate;
• Network constraints, in consideration of calculated reliability. Examples can include critical
customers, lack of adequate parallels, large commercial customers and critical customers.
• equipment constraints. Can include examples such as lack of spare parts and non-
compliant equipment;
• the cost of the new asset;
• difference in maintenance costs between the new and old asset; and,

When these items have been considered it must be documented as part of the project for
examination by the Substation Assets Manager upon request.

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2.12.2 Discretionary maintenance and repairs

CBM must be carried out only in response to a defect recorded in Ellipse. If other equipment
requires non-major repair or replacement while carrying out CBM or F&E maintenance, this work
may be carried out in conjunction with the original CBM or F&E workorder. A separate workorder
must be raised for both defects. Major repairs and replacements such as pole replacements must
be approved by the relevant operations manager.
For example:
While replacing a crossarm, it is observed that the service mains attached to the same pole to an
adjacent customer’s premises require replacement due to degradation of the insulation. In this
situation, the service mains should be replaced in conjunction with the replacement of the
crossarm. Separate defect work orders must be raised for these two defects.

2.13 Return of removed equipment

Certain equipment removed from an installation, whether due to failure or being made redundant
through an upgrade, must be returned to the appropriate Endeavour Energy storage areas for
assessment for possible re-use on the network, or scrapping.
Main items to be returned are:
• All transformers, CTs and VTs.
• All reclosers and sectionalisers.
• All HV switches and switchgear.
• Overhead conductors and underground cabling.
• Concrete, steel and wood poles.
• HV metering units.
• Protection and control equipment
• Cabinets and cubicles

Other items of equipment that are considered as re-useable should also be returned for
assessment.

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OVERHEAD LINE INSPECTION AND GROUND LINE INSPECTION

SUBSTATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION

Document No : SMI 101 S03

Amendment No : 9
ASSET STANDARDS & DESIGN Approved By : MASD
Approval Date : 29/05/18

SMI 101 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR MAINTENANCE OF DISTRIBUTION

EQUIPMENT

SECTION 3 OVERHEAD LINE INSPECTION AND GROUND LINE INSPECTION

CONTENTS

3.1. Schedule of maintenance .................................................................................... 2

3.1.1. OLI/GLI inspection and treatment .............................................................................. 2
3.1.2. OLI/GLI inspection and treatment in fire prone areas ................................................. 2
3.1.3. Waterway crossings ................................................................................................... 3
3.1.4. Thermovision of distribution feeders .......................................................................... 3
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OVERHEAD LINE INSPECTION AND GROUND LINE INSPECTION

3.1 Schedule of maintenance

3.1.11 OLI/GLI inspection and treatment
Latitude
Description Inspection interval Ref.
(years)

Full length preservative

treated (FPT) poles OLI only for the first three inspection, but
(including private). full OLI/GLI by the Fourth (4th) and 0.5
subsequent inspections*

Natural round (NR)/de-

sapped durable (DD) poles Full OLI and GLI every 4.5 years. 0.5

All reinstated poles Full OLI and GLI every 4.5 years 0.5
MMI 0001
All square sawn poles Full OLI and GLI every 4.5 years 0.5
OLI only
First (1st) inspection at 4.5 0.5
years
Sureline and Ingal steel
Full OLI
mains poles^
Second (2nd) and subsequent and GLI
0.5
inspections every 4.5
years
Other steel poles^ Full OLI and GLI every 4.5 years 0.5
Concrete and composite
OLI every 4.5 years, no GLI required 0.5
poles (22kv and below)
Concrete and composite
As specified in MMI0012 MMI0012
poles (33kv and above)
^ Does not include street light columns. The inspection of street light columns is covered by MMI
0003 - Routine external structural inspection of streetlight columns and LV pillars and MMI 0022 -
Routine electrical inspection of streetlight columns and LV pillars and associated electrical
terminations.
*For example, a pole installed in October 2005, only OLI is conducted for inspections in 2009, 2014
and 2018. The inspection scheduled for 2023 will be full OLI/GLI and every inspection after.

3.1.2 OLI/GLI inspection and treatment in fire prone areas

Routine
Item Maintenance interval Ref.
maint.
Pre-
Summer
Inspection Annual, within defined periods detailed in MMI0034 MMI 0034
Bushfire
Inspection

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3.1.3 Waterway crossings

Routine Latitude
Item Maintenance interval (years) Ref.
maint. (years)
Inspect condition
Inspection Annually -
of warning signs
MMI 0012
Measurement of
Inspection Every 4.5 years 0.5
line clearances
Overhead line
Inspection Full OLI and GLI every 4.5 years 0.5 MMI 0001
inspection

3.1.4 Thermovision of distribution feeders

Maint. Latitude
Routine
Item interval Ref.
maintenance (years)
(years)
Distribution and transmission Thermovision
3 - MMI 0032
lines^ inspection
^A minimum of seven (7) switches out from the zone or transmission substation shall be scanned,
including each main branch (if there is more than one). If a significant amount of defects are found
in the first seven (7) switches, the operator shall scan further along the feeder.

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AIR BREAK SWITCHES, UNDERSLUNG LINKS AND ISOLATORS

SUBSTATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION

Document No : SMI 101 S04

Amendment No : 9
ASSET STANDARDS & DESIGN Approved By : MASD
Approval Date : 29/05/18

SMI 101 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR MAINTENANCE OF DISTRIBUTION

EQUIPMENT

SECTION 4 AIR BREAK SWITCHES, UNDERSLUNG LINKS AND ISOLATORS

CONTENTS

4.1 General.................................................................................................................. 2
4.1.1. Redundant ABS replacement..................................................................................... 2
4.1.2. Specific model replacement ....................................................................................... 2
4.1.3. Copper hammer-head lugs ........................................................................................ 2
4.2 Schedule of maintenance .................................................................................... 3
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AIR BREAK SWITCHES, UNDERSLUNG LINKS AND ISOLATORS

4.1 General
4.1.1 Redundant ABS replacement
Where HV air-break switches and underslung links in residential and rural areas are damaged,
opportunities shall be sought to assess whether or not they are redundant in the system.
If they are redundant, they shall be left open and bridged by installing new bonds so that the circuit
is still continuous. The current carrying capacity of new bonds shall not be less than that of the
equipment bridged.
If they are not redundant, they shall be replaced with a LBS in accordance with the requirements of
MDI 0026.
Where a connection/bond on an ABS or USL is repaired or replaced, all connections/bonds
associated with the ABS or USL shall be checked, and replaced if their conditions are not
acceptable or they are U-bolt connection.

4.1.2 Specific model replacement

Three ABS models have been identified for replacement, being:
• Essante HS641
• Taplin D571
• AK Power (Formerly Haycolec) A24 – installed without insulator caps only. Refer to the
table below for full details of applicable models.

Insulator End
AK Power ABS Type Insulator Type Caps Date of Manufacture
(Y/N/unknown)
“0130”, “0140” porcelain N prior to January 2004
N prior to February 2004 or
“Gen 1” porcelain
unknown unknown
porcelain N prior to February 2004 or
“Other & unknown”
unknown unknown unknown

Until such time these are replaced, maintenance shall still be performed on these models.
However, replacement may be a more cost effective solution and shall be considered instead of a
major overhaul.
During the replacement of an ABS, a pole top assessment shall be carried out.

4.1.3 Copper hammer-head lugs

Copper hammer-head lug is not to be used on any part of the network. Where an existing copper
hammer-head lug needs replacement, or when copper hammer head lugs are identified during
maintenance, every effort must be made to replace them with a lug complying with the current
standard.

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AIR BREAK SWITCHES, UNDERSLUNG LINKS AND ISOLATORS

4.2 Schedule of maintenance

Maint.
Routine Latitude
Item interval Ref.
maintenance (Years)
(Yrs)
Air break switch Within 5km of the Inspection * 0.5
(Essante HS641, Taplin coast Major overhaul 4 -
D571, AK Power A24 – See Not within 5km Inspection * 0.5
4.1.2)
SMI
of the coast Major overhaul 8 - 204
Air break switch (other models) Inspection * 0.5
Links and Isolators Inspection * 0.5

* To be carried out in conjunction with the OLI inspection program as per MMI0001 – ‘Pole and line
inspection and treatment procedures’.

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POLE SUBSTATIONS

SUBSTATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION

Document No : SMI 101 S05

Amendment No : 9
ASSET STANDARDS & DESIGN Approved By : MASD
Approval Date : 29/05/18

SMI 101 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR MAINTENANCE OF DISTRIBUTION

EQUIPMENT

SECTION 5 POLE SUBSTATIONS

CONTENTS

5.1 Schedule of maintenance ........................................................................................ 2

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POLE SUBSTATIONS

5.1 Schedule of maintenance

Maint.
interval Latitude
Item Routine maintenance Ref.
(years)
(years)
Special
subs. Inspection (incl. HV and LV sw/gr) 1 - SMI 107
33kV/415V
Earth resistance test (common or sep.) 10 -
Earth grid EDI0005
Earth resistance test (SWER) 6 -
Inspection (including HV and LV sw/gr and SMI 107
* 0.5
associated sw/gr hardware) MMI0001
Transformer
As
Workshop refurbishment - SMI 159
required#
Predicted load in next three
years is more than 95%
MDI reading 1 -
maximum summer cyclic
rating
MDI SMI 116
Predicted load in next three
years is not more than 95%
MDI reading 3 -
maximum summer cyclic
rating

* To be carried out in conjunction with the OLI inspection program.

#
As per requirements set out in SMI111 – Selection of distribution transformers for refurbishment.

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PADMOUNT, INDOOR, GROUND AND KIOSK SUBSTATIONS

SUBSTATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION

Document No : SMI 101 S06

Amendment No : 9
ASSET STANDARDS & DESIGN Approved By : MASD
Approval Date : 29/05/18

SMI 101 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR MAINTENANCE OF DISTRIBUTION

EQUIPMENT

SECTION 6 PADMOUNT, INDOOR, GROUND AND KIOSK SUBSTATIONS

CONTENTS

6.1. Schedule for maintenance – Ground and Indoor Substations ........................................ 2

6.2. Schedule for maintenance – Padmount and Kiosk Substations .................................... 4
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PADMOUNT, INDOOR, GROUND AND KIOSK SUBSTATIONS

6.1 Schedule for maintenance – Ground and Indoor Substations

Maint.
interval Latitude
Item Routine maint. Ref.
(years)
(years)
Special subs.
Inspection 1 - SMI 106
33kV/415V
Hazardous
materials Hazardous materials assessment 5 - GSY1065
inspection$

Inspection 3 1 SMI 160

Accommodation
Pest treatment 0.5 # -
Minor overhaul (Dec-Feb and Sept-
4 weeks # -
Nov)
SMI 106
Lawns/gardens Minor overhaul (March-May and
6 weeks # -
Aug)
Minor overhaul (June, July) 8 weeks # -

Inspection 3 1 SMI 160

Earth grid
Earth resistance test (common or
10 1 EDI 0005
sep.)
Inspection 3 1 SMI 160
Transformer As required
Workshop refurbish / rebuild (Refer - SMI 159
SMI159 5.1)
Predicted load in next
three years is more than MDI
1 -
95% maximum summer read
cyclic rating
MDI SMI 116
Predicted load in next
three years is not more MDI
3 -
than 95% maximum read
summer cyclic rating
Epoxy resin-cast Inspection, PD, 3 -
and Oil types thermovision
Major overhaul 10 -
SF 6 insulated
HV Switchgear SMI 212
switchgear Inspection, PD,
3
(See 1.4.2) thermovision

Operational check (all CBs) 5

LV switchgear Inspection, thermovision 3 1 SMI 160
Minor overhaul (lead acid and
0.25 -
Batteries nickel-cadmium) SMI 102
Minor overhaul (sealed lead acid) 0.5 -

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Maint.
interval Latitude
Item Routine maint. Ref.
(years)
(years)
Quick discharge test (sealed lead
acid, lead acid and nickel- 1 -
cadmium)
Capacity test (sealed lead acid,
5 -
lead acid and nickel-cadmium)
Replace
Major overhaul (dry types) -
every 3yrs
Major overhaul (fault indicator Replace
-
reset) every 15yrs
SCADA Minor overhaul 10 - SMI 109
Check (extinguishers, blankets) 0.5 -
Check (fire dampers) 1 -
Check in
Fire control and conjunction AS1851
emergency Check (smoke/thermal sensors, fire with Table
equipment protection panels, emergency exit building fire - 1.11(A)
lighting and signs) system
maintenanc
e*.

#: selected sites only as listed in below table 1.

$: To be completed by external party in compliance with WHS Regulation (2017) 8.0.
*: In conjunction with building owner requirements as coordinated by Operations manager

Site SPN Address

Maubeuge St DS DS25973 (padmount) 39 Maubeuge Street South Granville

25A Murdoch Street, Ermington NSW
Murdoch St DS DS20981
2115
Ross St DS 849 DS00849 Cnr Ross St & Sorrell St, Parramatta
6 Valentine Avenue, Parramatta, NSW
Valentine Ave DS DS07923
2150
1A Dunlop Street North Parramatta NSW
Dunlop St DS DS26139 (padmount)
2151
79 Yates Avenue, Dundas Valley NSW
Yates Ave DS DS18280 (padmount)
2177
Table 1: Sites listed for lawn maintenance

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6.2 Schedule for maintenance – Padmount and Kiosk Substations

Maint.
interval Latitude
Item Routine maint. Ref.
(years)
(years)

Inspection 3 1 SMI 160

Earth grid
Earth resistance test (common or
10 1 EDI 0005
sep.)
Inspection 3 1 SMI 160
As
Transformer required
Workshop refurbishment (Refer - SMI 159
SMI159
5.1)
Predicted load in next
three years is more than MDI
1 -
95% maximum summer read
cyclic rating
MDI SMI 116
Predicted load in next
three years is not more MDI
3 -
than 95% maximum read
summer cyclic rating
Epoxy resin-cast Inspection, PD, 3 1
and Oil types thermovision
Major overhaul 10 -
SF 6 insulated
HV Switchgear SMI 212
switchgear Inspection, PD,
3 1
(See 1.4.2) thermovision

Operational check (all CBs) 5

LV switchgear Inspection, thermovision 3 1 SMI 160

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SWITCHING STATIONS

SUBSTATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION

Document No : SMI 101 S07

Amendment No : 9
ASSET STANDARDS & DESIGN Approved By : MASD
Approval Date : 29/05/18

SMI 101 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR MAINTENANCE OF DISTRIBUTION

EQUIPMENT

SECTION 7 SWITCHING STATIONS

CONTENTS

7.1 Schedule of maintenance ........................................................................................ 2

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SWITCHING STATIONS

7.1 SCHEDULE OF MAINTENANCE

Maint. interval Latitud

Item Routine maint. e Ref.
(years) (years)
SMI
Inspection 1 -
160
Sw Sn with
Holec MD4 Earth resistance
EDI
test (common or 10 1
0005
sep.)
Earth grid
SMI
Inspection 3 1
Sw Sn with 160
other Earth resistance
switchgear EDI
test (common or 10 1
0005
sep.)
Epoxy Inspection, PD and
1 -
resin-cast thermovision
and Oil
types Major overhaul 5 -

SF 6 SMI
HV switchgear
insulated 212
switchgear Inspection, PD and
3 1
thermovision
(See 1.4.2)

Operational check (all CBs) 5 -

Maintain as applicable in SMI102 SMI
Batteries - -
for selected sites 102
SMI
SCADA Minor overhaul 10 -
109
Check (extinguishers, blankets) 0.5 -
Check (fire dampers) 1 - AS185
Fire control and Check (smoke/thermal sensors, Check in 1
emergency fire protection panels, emergency conjunction
equipment Table
exit lighting and signs) with building - 1.11(A)
fire system
maintenance*

*: In conjunction with building owner requirements.

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VOLTAGE REGULATORS

SUBSTATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION

Document No : SMI 101 S08

Amendment No : 9
ASSET STANDARDS & DESIGN Approved By : MASD
Approval Date : 29/05/18

SMI 101 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR MAINTENANCE OF DISTRIBUTION

EQUIPMENT

SECTION 8 VOLTAGE REGULATORS

CONTENTS

8.1. General.................................................................................................................. 2
8.2. Schedule of maintenance .................................................................................... 2
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VOLTAGE REGULATORS

8.1. General
Most of the voltage regulators are now pole mounted and cooper VR-32 types, with the exception
of one ground style voltage regulator (Tyree) and one pole mounted voltage regulator (GEC)
remaining on the company’s network.
The Major overhaul of the voltage regulators is to be carried out at the interval specified below. A
suitable spare voltage regulator is to be sourced prior to the major overhaul.

8.2. Schedule of maintenance

Maintenance
Latitude
Item Routine maintenance interval Ref.
(years)
(years)
Ground Mounted VR

VR Major overhaul schedule

Accommodation Inspection 1 - SMI 106

Inspection 3 -
Earth grid EDI0005
Earthing system test 10 -
HV switchgear Inspection * 0.5 SMI 107
Transformer and SMI 151
Major overhaul Replace ** -
tap changer SMI 155
Pole Mounted VR
HV switchgear Inspection * 0.5 SMI 107
Inspection 1 -
Transformer and Condition SMI 151
Major overhaul (VR-32 type) -
tap changer based ^ SMI 155
Major overhaul (GEC type) Replace ** -
Voltage control Inspection - -
SMI 110
regulating equip. Minor overhaul 2 -
SCADA Minor overhaul 10 - SMI 109
* To be carried out in conjunction with the OLI inspection program.
* * Replace in accordance with refurbishment program.

^ Voltage regulator major overhaul must be scheduled in accordance with the table on page 3: For
CL-6 and CL-7 controllers with Quik Drive, the in-built feature ‘duty cycle monitor’ (DCM) provides
the reading of % of contact life. Major overhaul is to be scheduled when the readings are ≥ 75% of
contact life. This will allow sufficient time to plan and perform major overhaul before contact
reaches end of useful life.

For CL-5 controllers and CL-6 and CL-7 controllers without Quik Drive, the maintenance is to be
scheduled based on number of operations and current rating, refer to the table on page 3 for
details.

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Controller type CL-5^^ CL-6 & CL-7^^ CL-6 & CL-7

Drive other than Quik

Drive type Any Quik Drive type
Drive type

Load current as
>50 % <= 50% >50 % <= 50% Any
% of rating
When When When
When
operations operations operations When DCM
Maintenance operations
count is ≥ count is ≥ count is ≥ reading is ≥
interval count is ≥
200,000 100,000 200,000 75%
100,000 ops
ops ops ops

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HV RECLOSER, SECTIONALISER AND LOAD BREAK SWITCHES

SUBSTATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION

Document No : SMI 101 S09

Amendment No : 9
ASSET STANDARDS & DESIGN Approved By : MASD
Approval Date : 29/05/18

SMI 101 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR MAINTENANCE OF DISTRIBUTION

EQUIPMENT

SECTION 9 HV RECLOSER, SECTIONALISER AND LOAD BREAK SWITCHES

CONTENTS

9.1 Schedule of maintenance ........................................................................................ 2

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR MAINTENANCE OF DISTRIBUTION EQUIPMENT Amendment No: 9
HV RECLOSER, SECTIONALISER AND LOAD BREAK SWITCHES

9.1 Schedule of maintenance

Maint.
Latitude Op.
Item Routine maintenance interval Ref.
(years) cycles
(years)
SMI207
Inspection * - –
MMI0001
Earth resistance test 10 - – EDI005
Recloser
Battery Replacement 4 - – PMI4120
Protection & Control -
4 - – PMI4120
Calibration
SMI207
Inspection * - –
Load Break MMI0001
Switch Earth resistance test 10 - – EDI005
Battery Replacement 4 - – SMI 102
SMI207
Inspection * - –
MMI0001
Earth resistance test 10 - – EDI005
Sectionaliser
Battery Replacement 4 - – PMI4120
Protection & Control -
4 - – PMI4120
Calibration

* To be carried out in conjunction with the OLI inspection program as per MMI0001 – Pole and line
inspection and treatment procedures.

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STREETLIGHT COLUMNS, LV PILLARS AND DFPS

SUBSTATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION

Document No : SMI 101 S10

Amendment No : 9
ASSET STANDARDS & DESIGN Approved By : MASD
Approval Date : 29/05/18

SMI 101 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR MAINTENANCE OF DISTRIBUTION

EQUIPMENT

SECTION 10 STREETLIGHT COLUMNS, LV PILLARS AND DFPS

CONTENTS

10.1. Schedule of maintenance .................................................................................... 2

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR MAINTENANCE OF DISTRIBUTION EQUIPMENT Amendment No: 9
STREETLIGHT COLUMNS, LV PILLARS AND DFPS

10.1 Schedule of maintenance

Maintenance Latitude
Item Routine maintenance Ref
interval (years) (years)
Above and below ground MMI
External 5 0.5
line inspection 0003
inspection Thermal inspection* (not
4 -
including SL only columns) MMI
Internal Internal visual inspection of 0022
As required# -
inspection LV terminations
#
Internal visual inspection performed during follow up thermal scans, the installation of MEN bonds
and column insulation kits, and, any other circumstance where column cover or pillar lid is
removed.
* To be completed during winter months (June – August)

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PORTABLE EARTHS

SUBSTATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION

Document No : SMI 101 S11

Amendment No : 9
ASSET STANDARDS & DESIGN Approved By : MASD
Approval Date : 29/05/18

SMI 101 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR MAINTENANCE OF DISTRIBUTION

EQUIPMENT

SECTION 11 PORTABLE EARTHS

CONTENTS

11.1. Schedule of maintenance .................................................................................................. 2

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PORTABLE EARTHS

11.1 Schedule of maintenance

Maint.
Routine Latitude
Item interval Ref.
maintenance (years)
(years)
Inspection 0.5 -
Portable Earthing SMI 104
Test 3 -

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SURGE DIVERTER/LIGHTNING ARRESTER

SUBSTATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION

Document No : SMI 101 S12

Amendment No : 9
ASSET STANDARDS AND DESIGN Approved By : MASD
Approval Date : 29/05/18

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EQUIPMENT

SECTION 12 SURGE DIVERTER/LIGHTNING ARRESTER

CONTENTS

12.1 General.................................................................................................................. 2
12.2 Schedule of maintenance .................................................................................... 2
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SURGE DIVERTER/LIGHTNING ARRESTER

12.1 GENERAL

All three (3) surge diverters must be replaced when a surge diverter/lightning arrester fails, not just
the failed unit.
When work is carried out on the network, all non-standard surge diverters/lightning arresters
associated with the installation must be replaced with units complying with the current standard.

12.2 SCHEDULE OF MAINTENANCE

Maint.
interval Latitude
Routine maintenance Ref.
(years)
(years)
Inspection * - MMI 0001

* To be carried out in conjunction with the OLI inspection program as per MMI0001 – Pole and line
inspection and treatment procedures.

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AUTHORITIES RESPONSIBILITITES AND DOCUMENT CONTROL

SUBSTATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION

Document No : SMI 101 S013

Amendment No : 9
ASSET STANDARDS & DESIGN Approved By : MASD
Approval Date : 29/05/18

SMI 101 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR MAINTENANCE OF DISTRIBUTION

EQUIPMENT

SECTION 13 AUTHORITIES RESPONSIBILITITES AND DOCUMENT CONTROL

CONTENTS

13.1 Authorities and responsibility ........................................................................................... 2

13.2 Document control............................................................................................................... 3
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13.1 AUTHORITIES AND RESPONSIBILITY

Manager Asset Standards & Design has the authority and responsibility for approving the
amendments to this Standard in accordance with GAM0001.

Substation Assets Manager, Asset Standards & Design has the authority and responsibility for
keeping the content of this instruction up to date.

Regional Managers have the authority and responsibility for;

• managing the appropriate resource allocation for the implementation of this standard.
• overseeing compliance of Regional, Regional Service and Transmission Managers to the
contents of this standard.

Regional Transmission Managers have the authority and responsibility for:

• coordinating and managing resources and coordination of Protection and Control staff where
applicable

Distribution Managers have the authority and responsibility for:

• confirming Endeavour Energy employees that perform the work have appropriate
qualifications;
• confirming that employees are conversant with, and work in accordance with Endeavour
Energy’s Electrical Safety Rules;
• overseeing compliance of appropriate maintenance and defect data entry into the Ellipse
database;
• confirming test report data is complete and recorded in Endeavour Energy’s electronic
databases; and
• confirming hazardous materials database is updated in accordance with Company Procedure
GSY0050.

Operations Managers have the authority and responsibility for:

• coordinate Endeavour Energy employees and/or contractors engaged to perform work;

• confirming that Endeavour Energy employees and/or contractors work in accordance with
Endeavour Energy’s Electrical Safety Rules;

• prioritising and performing the work in accordance with section 2.6 of this standard;

• checking the appropriate maintenance and defect data is entered into the Ellipse database
as part of the maintenance process in accordance with section 2.8 of this standard;

• checking test report data is complete and recorded in Endeavour Energy’s electronic
databases;and

• coordinate with building owners the checking of smoke/thermal sensors, fire protection
panels, emergency exit lighting and signs in conjunction with building fire maintenance.
Applicable to Indoor substations as per Section 6.

Manager Asset Strategy & Planning has the authority and responsibility to develop and issue the
Network Maintenance Implementation Plan (NMIP) and confirm that it complies with this standard.

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Maintenance Program Manager has the authority and responsibility for:

• meeting the maintenance requirements of distribution equipment in accordance with this

standard; and
• confirming the maintenance program complies with this standard.

Endeavour Energy employees and contractors have the authority and responsibility for:

• working in accordance with local and statutory requirements;

• recording maintenance and test data in Endeavour Energy’s electronic databases;
• maintaining a high level of public safety; and
• working in accordance with Endeavour Energy’s Electrical Safety Rules.

13.2 DOCUMENT CONTROL

Documentation content coordinator: Substation Assets Manager

Documentation process coordinator: Branch Process Coordinator

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