Saudi Arabian Grid Code May 2024

Commissioning Tests 4.9.6.1 Commissioning Tests is one of the final activities under project implementation which is carried out to test all Equipment, Protection Schemes and other systems to verify the correct functioning of the User Development. The TSP will witness the Commissioning Tests. After the Commissioning Tests and their acceptance by the TSP, the User facility is considered ready for Energization. 4.9.6.2 The following Commissioning Test procedure shall be followed: (i) All the tests specified in the Connection Agreement shall be carried out in the presence of designated personnel of the TSP or its authorized representative(s). All test results must be signed by such personnel or representative(s). All tests shall be performed in accordance with the Commissioning Test schedules pre-approved by the TSP. (ii) The User shall prepare and submit a Commissioning Test schedule/plan, specifying the acceptance criteria, for review and approval of the TSP, at least six (6) months before the schedule date for these tests. (iii) The User shall provide test Equipment that has sufficient capacity and accuracy to properly perform the tests. (iv) The User shall submit to the TSP the particulars of personnel assigned for the Commissioning Tests and valid calibration certificates of all the test Equipment for TSP’s review and approval. (v) The User shall fill-in any form required by the TSP and submit the same to the TSP for review and acceptance. (vi) The TSP shall witness the Commissioning Tests, and verify all test results recorded in the Site test reports. (vii) The TSP shall request the User to rectify deficiencies, if any, observed during the Commissioning Tests. (viii) The User shall mark-up all the “issued for construction” drawings indicating the modifications done to wiring etc., during the Commissioning Tests. Chapter 4 - Operating Code The Saudi Arabian Grid Code Updated Version: May 2024 (ix) One set of marked-up drawings shall be kept at the facility or in the control room for any trouble shooting until the "as-built" drawings are prepared and turned over by the User to the TSP. (x) The TSP shall proceed with the routing of Energization certificate on completion of the Commissioning Tests. The facility will be ready for Energization once the Energization certificate is duly signed and issued by the TSP, subject to the User's completing of any remaining formalities.