Deposition and fouling can occur in the fuel system and in the hot section

of the turbine. Deposition rates depend on the amounts of certain compounds

contained in the fuel. Some compounds that cause deposits can be removed by
fuel treating
sediment
Carbon residue is found by burning a fuel sample
and weighing the amount of carbon left. The carbon residue property shows the
tendency of a fuel to deposit carbon on the fuel nozzles and combustion liner.
3. Compressor fouling. This is indicated by a decrease in pressure ratio and
flow accompanied by an increase of exit temperature with time. The change
in the temperature and pressure ratio tends to show a decrease in efficiency.
If a change in vibration has occurred, the fouling is critical, since
it indicates excessive buildup of deposits on the rotor
1. Turbine fouling. This is indicated by an increase in turbine exhaust temperature.
Change in vibration amplitude will occur when fouling is excessive
and causes rotor imbalance.