EIN03

Candidate Code No.

For Board Use Only
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Result

Date

Date

Int

Int

ELECTRICAL INSTALLER THEORY

EXAMINATION
19 November 2011
QUESTION AND ANSWER BOOKLET
Time Allowed: Three hours
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You have 10 minutes to read this paper but do not start writing until you are told to
do so by the supervisor.
Write your Candidate Code Number in the box provided above. Your name must NOT
appear anywhere on this paper.
Answer all questions.
The pass mark for this examination is 60 marks.
Use a pen for written answers. Do not use a pencil or a red pen.
Drawing instruments and pencils may be used when diagrams are required.
are allocated on the basis of correctness.

Marks

Do not use correcting fluid or correcting tape.

For calculation questions all workings, including formulae, must be shown to gain full
marks.
Non-programmable calculators may be used.
Warning You could get 0 marks for any question, or part of a question, if you show
anything hazardous or dangerous in your answer.
Candidates are not permitted to use any Act, Regulation, Standard, Code of
Practice, Handbook or other reference text in this examination.
PLEASE HAND THIS PAPER TO THE SUPERVISOR BEFORE LEAVING THE ROOM.
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Question 1
(a)

(i)

An earth continuity (protective earthing) test has been carried

out on a repaired 230V, Class I, plug-in electrical appliance.
State an acceptable test result value for the earth continuity test
that will permit the electrical appliance to be returned to service.
(1 mark)
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(ii)

An insulation resistance test has been carried out on a repaired

230V, Class II, plug-in electrical appliance.
State an acceptable test result value for the insulation resistance
test that will permit the electrical appliance to be returned to service.
(1 mark)
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(b)

(i)

State the TWO functions that operate in a MCB.

(1 mark)

(ii)

(1)

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(2)

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Define the term AC 80 as found on an HRC fuse cartridge.

(1 mark)
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Question 1 continued
(c)

(i)

State the TWO main functions of a choke (ballast) in a fluorescent

light fitting?
(1 mark)
(1)

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(2)

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(ii)

(d)

State TWO factors that reduce the life of an incandescent lamp

(1 mark)
(1)

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(2)

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In the New Zealand MEN system the neutral is earthed at the star point
of a transformer; on the distribution system; and at the main switchboard
of an installation.
State the TWO main reasons why the neutral is earthed in the New
Zealand MEN system
(2 marks)
(1)

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(2)

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Question 1 continued
(e)

A three-phase, fixed-wired electrical appliance that has been operating

normally is to be removed for maintenance.
An isolating switch has been turned off. A voltage test was carried out at
the appliance terminals to test for isolation.
The testing showed terminals to be live.
this situation.

State TWO possible causes for

(2 marks)

(1)

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(2)

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(f)

The tests on a star-connected squirrel cage motor show the following

readings:
L1 L2
L1 L3
L2 L3

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open circuit
open circuit

State the most likely fault indicated by these readings.

(2 marks)
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(g)

One reason why the metal frame of a Class I electrical appliance is earthed
is to ensure the operation of a protective device under fault conditions.
State ONE other reason why the metal frame of a Class I electrical
appliance is earthed.
(2 marks)
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Question 1 continued
(h)

State the reason why a run capacitor is fitted to a single-phase splitphase induction motor.
(2 marks)
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(i)

(i)

Define the term pullout torque as it applies to an a.c. induction

motor?
(1 mark)
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(ii)

State the synchronous speed of a three-phase 400V, 50Hz, four-pole

induction motor?
(1 mark)
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(j)

State TWO components that can be used as part of a circuit to filter a

rectifier output.
(2 marks)
(1)

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(2)

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Question 2
Danger tags and out-of-service tags are used extensively in workplaces.
(a) Two registered electrical installers are carrying out electrical repairs on the
same refrigeration plant.
(i)

State the main reason why danger tags are used.

(2 marks)
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(ii)

State THREE actions to be taken when attaching danger tags to an

isolating switch of the refrigeration plant.
(3 marks)
(1)

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(2)

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(3)

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Question 2 continued
(iii) State the TWO circumstances where the danger tags can be
removed.
(2 marks)
(1)

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(2)

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(b)

Describe the circumstances where an out-of-service tag is used

(2 marks)
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(c)

You are doing a polarity test at the supply side of a three-phase main
switch to see if the switchboard is isolated.
Between which terminals would you test to clearly establish that isolation
(or otherwise) has taken place.
(1 mark)
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Question 3
The method of installing cables in electrical installations depends on the
environment in which the wires and cables are to be installed.
(a)

TPS sheathed PVC cables are installed in an electrical installation, both

indoors and outdoors.
(i)

State TWO reasons why some TPS sheathed cables would be installed
in PVC conduit.
(2 marks)
(1)

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(2)

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(ii)

State TWO design requirements to be considered when PVC conduit is

used outdoors.
(1 mark)
(1)

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(2)

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(iii) State the requirement for installing extra-low voltage cables in the
same conduit and low voltage PVC cables.
(1 mark)
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Question 3 continued
(b)

Within the installation cables are installed in open cable ladders and open
cable trays.
(i)

Some cables carry large currents.

State the reason why is it necessary to securely fasten cables carrying
high currents when installed in horizontal cable trays.
(2 marks)
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(ii)

What provision is made when telecommunication cables are installed

in the same tray as low voltage cables?
(1 mark)
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(iii) What provision is made where an open cable tray passes through the
fire-rated wall of a switch room?
(1 mark)
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(c)

State the main effect on TPS sheathed cables that are installed through
walls containing thermal insulation.
(2 marks)
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Question 4
(a)

The figures below are outlines of a three-phase RCD and a 5 pin socket.
Draw and label:

The internal circuit diagram of the three-phase RCD used for personal
protection that protects the 5-pin socket outlet.
The supply to the socket outlet
The earthing arrangements
(5 marks)

Three-phase RCD

Three-phase
socket outlet

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Question 4 continued
(b)

Describe the operation of an RCD when there is an active (phase) to earth

fault that occurs on the circuit the RCD protects.
(4 marks)
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(c)

State TWO types of electrical protection provided by a RCBO.

(1 mark)
(1)

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(2)

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Question 5
(a)

The figure below shows a motor control circuit. On the diagram, make the
appropriate wiring alterations to connect the remote stop-start and
emergency stop stations.
(3 marks)
Note: Indicate the removal of any part of the circuit like this -

Remote start stop

station

Start
button

Emergency stop
station

Stop
button

Overload
contacts
M

Timer

D1
S

M1
S1

(b)

A three-phase, 8 kW induction motor connected to a 400 V, 50 Hz, threephase supply has a power factor of 0.81 and an efficiency of 84% when
fully loaded.
(i)

Calculate the input power of the motor.

(2 marks)

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Question 5 continued
(ii)

Calculate the input kVA of the motor.

(2 marks)

(iii) Calculate the line current of the motor.

(2 marks)

(c)

State ONE reason why reduced-voltage starting of a large three-phase

induction motor may be required.
(1 mark)
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Question 6
Introduction
The figure below represents a three-phase, star-connected 400V, 15 kW
commercial oven. The elements are of equal resistance.
E
N
L1
Element 1
L2
Element 2
L3
Element 3

(a)

When the oven was installed, an earth loop impedance test showed a result
of 0.38. The resistance of the protective earthing conductor is 0.1
A high resistance joint of 7.9. has occurred in the protective earthing
conductor.
A fault of 2 impedance has developed between L1 and the oven frame
while the oven is operating.
(i)

Calculate the total current that will flow in L1 under the fault
conditions.
(6 marks)

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Question 6 continued
(ii)

(b)

Calculate the touch voltage that would appear on the frame of the
oven
(2 marks)

The oven is protected by 40A HRC fuses with a fusing factor (gG Utilisation
Category) of 1.5.
Use calculations to show why the HRC fuse did not operate when the fault
occurred
(1 marks)

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Question 7
Introduction
A new single-phase electric hot water cylinder is to be connected to an existing
isolating switch in a small factory. The cylinder element is an MIMS type. A new
flexible cord has been connected to the cylinder.
The old cylinder has been disconnected and removed.
(a)

Two instrument tests need to be carried out to ensure that the hot-water
cylinder is safe to connect to the electricity supply.
The only test instrument you have is a multi-function meter with insulation
resistance (with 500V and 250V ranges), resistance, voltage and
temperature functions.
(7 marks)
Test 1
For this test:

Name the test.

State the meter function selected.
State the meter range selected.
State how the test is carried out using the function and range
selected.
State an acceptable test result that permits the hot water cylinder to
be connected to the electricity supply.

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Question 7 continued
Test 2
For this test:

Name the test.

State the meter function selected
State the meter range selected.
State how the test is carried out using the function and range
selected.
State an acceptable test result that permits the hot water cylinder to
be connected to the electricity supply.

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(b)

The cylinder final subcircuit is supplied from a three-phase switchboard and

is protected by an HRC fuse.
The isolating switch is not locked nor is it tagged.
Describe the procedure that needs to be followed to ensure personal safety
before connecting the hot water cylinder to the isolating switch.
(3 marks)
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Question 8
(a)

Explain why rewireable fuses are classed as coarse excess current

protection.
(2 marks)
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(b)

Explain why HRC fuses and MCBs are classed as close current
protection.
(2 marks)
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(c)

HRC fuses provide short-circuit and overload protection to a three-phase

motor final subcircuit.
State the main reason why the HRC fuses do not provide overload
protection for the motor.
(1 mark)
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(d)

Apart from cost, state TWO technical advantages that HRC fuses have
when compared to MCBs.
(1 mark)
(1)

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(2)

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Question 8 continued
(e)

Describe the term back-up protection in relation to the protection of final

subcircuits.
(2 marks)
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(f)

Describe the term discrimination in relation to electrical protection in an

electrical installation.
(2 marks)
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Question 9
(a)

Sketch and label a simple diagram to represent the neutral and earthing
arrangements for an MEN distribution system showing:

(b)

A delta-star-connected 11 kV/400 V supply transformer showing the

neutral line and earthing arrangements
A single-phase consumer switchboard that shows the neutral and
earthing arrangement
A three-phase consumer switchboard that shows the neutral and
earthing arrangement
(4 marks)

State TWO factors that determine the prospective short-circuit current in

an electrical installation.
(2 marks)
(1)

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(2)

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Question 9 continued
(c)

Briefly describe how earthing the metal frame of a Class I electrical

appliance prevents electric shock hazards under fault conditions.
(2 marks)
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(d)

An electrical installation has protective devices rated lower than the level
of prospective short-circuit current.
Describe TWO hazardous conditions that could occur in the installation
when a high current fault occurs.
(2 marks)
(1)

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(2)

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Questions
Answered

Marks

1
In the box, write the
number of EXTRA
sheets
you
have
used. Write NIL if
you have not used
any

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