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3.2. SEQUENCES
3.2.1. GENERAL
1. Operator responsibility
It is essential that the turbine operators be familiar with : the information contained in
the Control Specification, the Piping Schematic drawings including the Device
Summary which permits to know the different applicable schematics for the installation
and the control and regulation system SPEEDTRONIC (refer to Operation volumes)
The operator must also be aware of the power plant devices which are tied into the gas
turbine mechanically and electrically and could affect normal operation. No starts
should be attempted whether on a new turbine or a newly overhauled turbine until the
following conditions have been met :
Requirements listed under PREPARATIONS FOR STARTING AND
SURVEILLANCE have been complied with.
Functionally check the control systems using a calibrator for proper operation before
restarting.
ALL GENERATOR OPERATING PRECAUTIONS have been noted.
It is extremely important that gas turbine operators establish proper operating
practices. We emphasize adherence to the following :
Response to Annunciator Indicators-Investigate and correct the cause of the
abnormal condition. This is particularly true for the protection systems, such as low
oil pressure, overtemperature, vibration, overspeed etc...
Check of Control Systems - After any type of control maintenance is completed,
whether repair or replacement of parts, functionally check control systems for
proper operation. This should be done prior to restart of the turbine.
It should not be assumed that reassembly, as taken apart is adequate without the
functional test.
Monitor Exhaust Temperature During All Phases of Startup - The operator is alerted
to the following.
CAUTION : Overtemperature can damage the turbine hot gas path parts.
Monitor exhaust temperature for proper control upon first startup and after any turbine
maintenance is performed. Trip the turbine if the exhaust temperature exceeds the
normal trip level, or increases at an unusual rate. A particularly critical period for
overtemperature damage to occur is during the startup phase before the turbine
reaches governing speed. At this time air flow is low and the turbine is unable to
accelerate away from excess fuel.
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