TIL 1415-3

GE ENERGY SERVICES
PRODUCT SERVICE
8 MAY 2003

TECHNICAL INFORMATION LETTER

MS6001B LATERAL EXHAUST RE-

ALIGNMENT PROCEDURE
APPLICATION
Select Energy Products Europe Manufactured
MS6001B Units with Lateral Exhaust

PURPOSE
To inform users that modifications should be made
to 6B exhaust plenum support to mitigate hot air
leaks

BACKGROUND DISCUSSION
There is a potential for hot air leakage due to the Figure 1. Potential Leakage Area in the
flexible seals disengaging on 6B units with lateral Exhaust Plenum Flexible Seal Plate
exhaust, GE EPE Drawing 91-444688G001. These
hot air leaks can potentially scorch components
inside the load gear compartment.

By following procedure Exhaust Plenum Alignement

Procedure, GE EPE Drawing 372A8362, the
potential for air leaks can be mitigated.

RECOMMENDATIONS
If hot air leaks are indicated in the areas noted by
Figures 1 and 2, perform the exhaust plenum
alignment procedure in accordance with GE EPE
Drawing 372A8362.
Figure 2. Potential Leakage Area in the
Exhaust Plenum Flexible Seal Plate

Contact your local GE Energy Services

representative for assistance or for additional
information.

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