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Electrical / 265614
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.2 SUMMARY
A. This Section includes standalone solar powered exterior LED lighting system consisting
of fixtures using LED lamps and powered by PV system with the following components
as a minimum to ensure proper operation of the system:
1.3 DEFINITIONS
C. PV: Photovoltaic.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Equipment Data: For each type of standalone solar powered exterior LED lighting
system, submit complete data for approval including, but not limited to, the following:
1. Lighting Fixtures:
a. Detailed literature, in English, for each type of luminaire or fixture, lamp
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2. Poles:
a. Detailed specification and drawings for each column type including shape,
base/mounting flanges, bolts, nuts etc, cross-sections, design criteria and
calculations, brackets, finishes, provisions for cabling, cut-out or circuit-
breaker etc. Include details of attaching luminaires and accessories along
with means to attaching luminaires to supports and their suitability for the
components.
b. Materials, finishes, and dimensions of luminaires and poles.
c. Poles anchor bolts.
3. Batteries
a. Batteries characteristics and cut sheets.
4. PV Panels:
a. Include construction details, material descriptions, dimensions of individual
components and profiles, and finishes for PV panels.
b. Include rated capacities, operating characteristics, electrical characteristics,
and furnished specialties and accessories.
c. PV test certificate including performance under STC conditions in
accordance with IEC 61215.
D. Shop and Construction Drawings: Submit drawings for approval including, but not
limited to, the following:
E. Qualification Data: For firms and persons specified in "Quality Assurance" Article.
F. Samples: submit fully equipped sample of lighting unit or other materials or components,
as required by the Engineer.
H. Test Certificates: Submit certificates demonstrating LED fixtures compliance with the
referenced standards. Include the following as a minimum:
I. Test and Evaluation Reports: Submit certified test reports showing compliance with
specified performance characteristics and physical properties.
J. Sample Warranty: For manufacturer's special materials and workmanship warranty and
minimum power output warranty.
K. Field Test Reports: Indicate and interpret test results for compliance with performance
requirements.
A. Qualifications:
1. Manufacturer:
2. Installer:
1. LED Fixtures:
a. IEC 60598 “Luminaires”.
b. IES LM-79-08 “Approved Method: Electrical and Photometric
Measurements of Solid-State Lighting Products”.
c. IES LM-80-08 “Approved Method: Measuring Lumen Maintenance of LED
Light Sources”.
d. IES TM-21-11 “Projecting Long Term Maintenance of LED Light Sources”.
e. EN 55015 “Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Disturbance
Characteristics of Electrical Lighting and Similar Equipment”.
f. IEC 62471 “Photo biological Safety of Lamps and Lamp Systems”.
2. LED Drivers:
a. IEC 61347-1 “Lamp Control gear - Part 1: General and Safety
Requirements”.
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3. Photovoltaic Modules:
a. IEC 61215 - Crystalline silicon terrestrial photovoltaic (PV) modules —
Design qualification and type approval
b. IEC TS 62804-1: Photovoltaic (PV) modules-Test methods for the detection
of potential-induced degradation - Part 1: Crystalline silicon.
c. ANSI/UL 1703: Standard for Flat-Plate Photovoltaic Modules and Panels.
d. EN 50380 - Datasheet & nameplate information for PV modules.
e. IEC 61730 – Parts 1&2: PV module Safety Qualification.
f. UL 1704 - Standard for Inverters, Converters, Controllers and
Interconnection System Equipment for Use With Distributed Energy
Resources.
g. IEC 62446-1 – PV systems Testing & Commissioning.
h. IEC 61853-1 - PV module performance testing & energy rating.
i. IEC 61724 – PV System Performance Monitoring Guidelines for
measurement, data exchange and analysis.
j. IEC 60068-2-68: Environmental testing - Part 2-68: Tests - Test L: Dust and
sand.
k. IEC 61701: Salt mist corrosion testing of photovoltaic (PV) modules.
l. IEC 62716: Ammonia corrosion testing of photovoltaic (PV) modules.
m. IEC 61000 – Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).
4. Batteries:
a. IEC 60896 - Stationary Lead-Acid Batteries.
b. IEEE 485 - IEEE Recommended Practice for Sizing Lead-Acid Batteries for
Stationary Applications.
G. All lighting fixtures shall have test certification from approved, internationally
accredited, photometric laboratories.
H. All luminaries shall be sourced either directly from manufacturer or from manufacturer-
authorized dealer/agent within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with documentation as
necessary.
I. Obtain specific written confirmation from luminaire, lamp, drivers and PV system
manufacturers on the inter-compatibility of the equipment/devices to each other and to
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K. PV installation shall comply with NEC Article 690 Solar Photovoltaic Systems and/or
IEC 60364- 7-712.
1. Prior to shipping all products shall be inspected at the factory for damage.
2. Deliver material in accordance with the related sections of this specification, and in
accordance with manufacturer's written instructions.
3. Deliver materials in manufacturer's original packaging with identification labels
intact and in sizes to suit project.
B. Install certified “shock-guards’ on the equipment before shipping from the factory and
shall be retained in place till unpacked at site and inspected by Engineer, to ascertain
whether the “shock- guard” has been activated by any shock/impact during shipment.
1.7 WARRANTY
1. Warranty Period Except for LED Fixtures and PV Panels: 2 years warranty from
the date of Taking Over Certificate.
2. Warranty Period for LED Fixtures: 5 years warranty from the date of Taking Over
Certificate. The warranty shall clearly indicate that there is no limitation on the
luminaire operating profile.
A. Furnish extra materials described below that match product installed and that are
packaged with protective covering for storage and identified with labels describing
contents.
1. Replaceable LED Lamps: 3% of each type and rating installed. Furnish at least one
of each type.
2. Fully Equipped LED Lighting Fixtures: 1% of each type and rating installed.
Furnish at least one of each type.
3. LED Drivers: 1% of each type and rating installed. Furnish at least one of each type.
4. PV modules: 2% of each type and rating. Furnish at least two of each type.
5. Charger Controllers and batteries: 2% of each type and rating installed. Furnish at
least one of each type.
B. Tools and Instruments: Provide tools and instruments required for normal routine
inspection, testing, operation and general maintenance, as recommended by the
manufacturer.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. The lighting levels shall comply with CIE115 2010 (Lighting of road for motor and
pedestrian traffic) and SLL code for lighting CIBSE respectively. Manufacturer/ Supplier
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shall consider adequate Light Loss Factors (LLF) factors in their calculations depending
on the percentage of total luminous surface area exposed to dirt accumulation.
B. Exterior lighting system shall be battery operated with an ampere hour rating suitable for
autonomy time of 3 continuous days with lifespan minimum of 5 years.
C. Manufacturer shall suitably size the required PV modules capacity taking into
consideration the power loss due to temperature, soiling, shading and all other applicable
losses.
D. All necessary protection equipment shall be provided as per code requirements. This
includes fuses, breakers, disconnect switches, surge protection devices and the like for
safety purpose.
E. Final solution shall comply with the minimum specified requirements. Any deviation
may only be considered if it can be demonstrated that it exceeds the Specifications and
can provide additional advantages and benefits to the Employer, and subject to
Engineer’s final approval.
A. When the generated PV power exceeds the load, the PV shall supply the load and the
excess power shall be used to charge the batteries till reaching the fully charged state.
B. When there is no generated PV power, the battery shall cater for the load till reaching
50% depth of discharge.
B. LED drivers input voltage shall be 24 V DC to suit the batteries output level.
B. All distribution system components and batteries shall be properly installed in suitably
rated enclosures and compartmented cabinets equipped with proper ventilation, all rated
to manufacturer recommendations and requirements, based on Saudi Arabia prevailing
climatic conditions as indicated in Division 26 Section "Basic Electrical Materials and
Methods".
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C. PV Modules:
D. Charge Controller
5. Regulatory
Approvals: a. UL
1741.
b. Or approved equal European standard.
E. Batteries:
1. Batteries shall be maintenance free, VRLA sealed leak proof, gel type, voltage as
per manufacturer’s recommendations and in compliance with IEC 60896 and DIN
40742. Batteries shall have extremely low gas generation, low self-discharge and
have permanently sealed pressure release vents. Batteries shall be shippable and
recyclable.
2. Battery ampere-hour rating shall be sufficient for the period specified with all
luminaires operating at full luminous output, to a discharge limit of not less than
1.75 V per cell. Cells shall be normally maintained at 2.25 V per cell. Guaranteed
life shall not be less than 5 years, with a capacity drop down to not less than 80%
under normal expected service.
3. Batteries shall be provided with a provision for maintenance made in accordance
with EN 50272-2 and manufacturer’s recommendations.
4. Date of manufacture shall be stamped on each battery and shall be less than 3
months from the date of delivery to the site.
5. Battery calculations according to IEEE 485 shall be carried out by the supplier and
submitted for approval, based on the following:
a. Nominal active power factor of not less than 0.9 Lag
b. Temperature factor for operation at Saudi Arabia prevailing ambient
conditions as indicated in Division 26 Section "Basic Electrical Materials
and Methods".
c. Aging factor of 1.25.
d. Design margin factor of 1.15.
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F. PV system earthing shall comply with IEC 61730 and IEC 60364-7-712 requirements.
A. Lighting shall be controlled through photo-eletctric relays. The photo-electric relays shall
be solid state, with single-pole, double-throw dry contacts rated to operate connected
relay or contactor coils or microprocessor input, with light level monitoring ranging from
0 to 2000 lux, with an adjustment for turn-on/turn-off levels and with time delay to
prevent false operation. Relays shall have weathertight housing, resistant to high
temperatures and equipped with sun-glare shield and ice preventer. Relays shall be
adjusted to switch on lights when the daylight illumination reduces to 70 lux, unless
otherwise required by the Engineer.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine substrate areas and conditions, with Installer present, for compliance with
requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance of the
Work.
B. Do not begin installation until mounting surfaces have been properly prepared.
C. Examine modules and array frame before installation. Reject modules and arrays that are
wet, moisture damaged, or mold damaged.
D. Examine supports, and supporting structures for suitable conditions where PV system will
be installed.
E. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 INSTALLATION
B. Equipment: Install equipment to be readily accessible for operation, maintenance and repair.
D. Before commencement of construction, ensure that bases are suitable for column
installation.
E. Holding Down and Plumb Adjusting Nuts, Washers, Locknuts or Nyloc Nuts: Stainless steel
or cadmium plated.
F. Columns: Erect columns so that luminaires are located on a line parallel to theoretical
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profile of road. Alignment of columns, both horizontally and vertically, shall be secured
to the satisfaction of Engineer. Brackets are to be set at 90 degrees to longitudinal axis of
road.
1. Use web fabric slings (not chain or cable) to raise and set poles.
2. Mount pole to foundation with leveling nuts, and tighten top nuts to torque level
recommended by pole manufacturer.
3. Secure poles level, plumb, and square.
4. Grout void between pole base and foundation. Use non-shrinking or expanding
concrete grout firmly packed in entire void space.
5. Use a short piece of 13-mm diameter pipe to make a drain hole through grout.
Arrange to drain condensation from interior of pole.
H. Luminaire Attachment with Adjustable Features or Aiming: Attach luminaires and supports
to allow aiming for indicated light distribution.
L. Provide labeling of luminaries using stainless steel labels fixed to adjoining surface with
suitable anchor screws.
M. Accurately fit, align, securely fasten and install free from distortion or defects.
B. Insulation resistance and continuity tests are to be carried out on each circuit and piece of
equipment before energization, with circuit breakers in the open position and lamps not
installed.
C. Operational tests are to be carried out on all electric equipment, with lamps installed,
including recording voltage at terminals of equipment.
D. Performance tests are to be carried out after 100 hours normal operation, and are to include
measurement of lighting and uniformity levels on required illuminated surfaces.
E. Test installation for reflectivity to ensure no-glare is transmitted to pilots and air traffic
control towers at all times of the day.
F. Other tests are to be carried out as required by the Engineer to verify conformity with the
Specification.
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G. Earthing resistance tests are to include measurement of earth electrode resistance at final
points of circuits and continuity of protective conductors.
H. Results of tests are to be recorded on site and signed by witnessing parties.
J. Tests and Observations: Verify normal operation of lighting units after installing luminaires
and energizing the luminaires through the batteries and photovoltaic panels, and as
follows:
K. Examine modules and array frame before installation. Reject modules and arrays that are
wet, moisture damaged, or mold damaged.
M. Malfunctioning Fixtures and Components: Replace or repair, then retest. Repeat procedure
until units operate properly.
3.4 CONNECTIONS
3.5 IDENTIFICATION
B. Modules rated for maximum system voltage exceeding 50 V shall have a highly visible
warning label regarding shock hazard and it shall be applied near module’s connection
means.
C. All system components which may be energized during daylight shall be labelled as
required in local codes and regulations, in addition to a "Live during Daylight" label.
A. Clean units after installation. Use methods and materials recommended by manufacturer.
B. Cleaning strategy shall be developed covering the cleaning method and cleaning frequency
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while considering the site’s environmental condition and in order to ensure that the
maximum annual loss due to soiling doesn’t exceed 3%.
C. Adjust aimable luminaires and luminaires with adjustable lamp position to provide required
light distributions and intensities.
A. Protect installed products from damage during construction in accordance with the relevant
section of the specification.
3.8 DEMONSTRATION
A. Train Employer's maintenance personnel to adjust, operate, and maintain the system
installation. The training shall be conducted by each system component’s supplier.
Provide written troubleshooting guidelines and maintenance / cleaning procedures. Refer
to Division 01 Section "Demonstration and Training."