AS/NZS 3010:2017 Electrical installations - Generating sets
Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand
Supersedes: AS 2790-1989 AMDT 1 Electricity generating sets - Transportable (Up to 25 kW)
Supersedes: AS 2790-1989 Electricity generating sets - Transportable (Up to 25 kW)
Supersedes: AS/NZS 3010:2005 Electrical installations - Generating sets
Draft Designation: DR AS/NZS 3010:2015This Standard incorporates Amendment No. 1 (April 2020). The changes required by the Amendment are indicated in the text by a marginal bar and amendment number against the clause, note, table, figure or part thereof affected.
The objective of this Standard is to set out the minimum safety requirements related to the use of generating sets for the supply of electricity at voltages normally exceeding 50 V a.c. or 120 V d.c.
This Standard differs from AS/NZS 3010:2005 as follows:
(a) Inclusion of several new figures showing a variety of generator connection methods which are acceptable and conform with the requirements of this Standard.
(b) The modification of existing figures to show clearly the intent of the associated clauses, especially in relation to main switches.
(c) The inclusion of some updated provisions of AS 2790 as a normative Appendix of this document (see Appendix D).
(d) Inclusion of an exception in relation to the mechanical interlock requirements of the changeover device.
(e) Inclusion of additional definitions, e.g. safety services and essential services.
(f) General reinforcement of the MEN connection requirements.
(g) Clarification of when switching of the neutral conductor is or is not permitted.
(h) Clauses added in relation to carrying out additions, alterations and repairs in line with AS/NZS 3000.
(i) Clauses added to clarify the use of three and four pole changeover devices.
(j) Requirements of AS/NZS 3000 where not amended or changed by this Standard included within the Figures, e.g. mechanical maintenance isolating devices.
Any requirements that may be applicable in Australia only or New Zealand only are indicated in the text and by a symbol in the right margin as follows:
‘In Australia............’
‘In New Zealand............’
Statements expressed in mandatory terms in notes to Figures and Tables are deemed to be requirements of this Standard.
The terms ‘normative’ and ‘informative’ have been used in this Standard to define the application of the appendices to which they apply. A ‘normative’ appendix is an integral part of a Standard, whereas an ‘informative’ appendix is only for information and guidance.
First published as AS 3010.1-1987. Revised and redesignated AS/NZS 3010:2005. Second edition 2017. Reissued incorporating Amendment No. 1 (April 2020).
This Standard sets out the minimum safety requirements related to the use of generating sets for the supply of electricity at low voltage, that is, not exceeding 1000 V a.c or 1500 V d.c.
The Standard applies to electricity generating sets that are driven by internal combustion engines, and forms any of the following:
(a) Normal supply source for electrical installations.
(b) Alternative supply source for electrical installations.
(c) Electrical supply source for the connection of electrical appliances and portable tools.
(d) Supply sources that operate in parallel with the normal supply in the electrical installation.
This Standard does not—
(i) apply to uninterruptible power supplies; or
(ii) apply to other renewable energy generation systems, such as, the following:
(A) Inverters.
(B) Photovoltaic arrays.
(C) Water or wind driven turbines.
NOTE: While intended to be applied to low voltage generating sets driven by internal combustion engines, the electrical principles could be applied to other types of energy sources.
Contents:
Section 1: Scope And General
Section 2: General Requirements For The Installation Of Generating Sets
Section 3: Additional Requirements For Permanently Connected Generating Sets
Section 4: Additional Requirements For Generating Sets Connected By Detachable Connection
Appendix A: Appendix A: Earthing Requirements For Generating Sets Connected To Fixed Electrical Installations
Appendix B: Recommendations For Portable Generating Sets Supplying Electrical Equipment
Appendix C: Dedicated Wiring In An Electrical Installation For Connection Of A Portable Generating Set (New Zealand Only)
Appendix D: Requirements For The Construction Of Self-Contained Transportable Generating Sets Up To 25 Kw
Wiring Rules.
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Australian Building Codes Board; Australian Industry Group; Communications, Electrical and Plumbing Union-Electrical Division; Consumers Federation of Australia; Electrical Contractors Association of New Zealand; Electrical Regulatory Authorities Council; Electrical Safety Organisation, New Zealand; ElectroComms and Energy Utilities Industries Skills Council; Energy Networks Association; Engineers Australia; Institute of Electrical Inspectors; Master Electricians Australia; Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, New Zealand; National Electrical and Communications Association; National Electrical Switchboard Manufacturers Association; New Zealand Council of Elders; New Zealand Electrical Institute; New Zealand Manufacturers and Exporters Association.
