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6.8.5 Back-up systems

G Standby power supply

6.8.6 Noise abatement system (where required)

G Rock mufflers for stacked steam
G Acoustic insulation for noisy fluid handling components

6.8.7 Geofluid disposal system

G Injection wells for excess condensate and cooling tower blowdown
G Emergency holding ponds for wells and separators

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Nomenclature for figures in Chapter 6

BCV Ball check valve
C Condenser
CP Condensate pump
CS Cyclone separator
CSV Control & stop valves
CW Cooling water
F Flasher
G Generator
HPT High-pressure turbine
IW Injection well
LPT Low-pressure turbine
MR Moisture remover