NATIONAL OIL CORPORATION

GENERAL ENGINEERING SPECIFICATION

GES K.11

SPECIAL PURPOSE STEAM TURBINES (API 612)

Rev Date Description Checked Approved

0 1999 Issued for Implementation DL

Compiled by Teknica (UK) Ltd

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INDEX

SEC TITLE PAGE

1.0 SCOPE OF SPECIFICATION 3

1.1 Introduction 3
1.2 Other NOC Specifications 3
1.3 Data Sheets 4

2.0 DEFINITIONS 4

2.1 Technical 4
2.2 Contractual 4

3.0 DESIGN 5

3.1 Codes and Standards 5

3.2 Additions and Exceptions to API 612 5

4.0 MATERIALS 12

4.1 API 612 Requirements 12

5.0 INSPECTION 12

5.1 Procedures 12
5.2 Scope 13
5.3 Nameplates 13

6.0 TESTING 14

6.1 Required Tests 14

6.2 Test Procedures 14
6.3 Test Certificates 15
6.4 Start-Up 15

7.0 DOCUMENTATION 16

7.1 Introduction 16
7.2 Schedules and Reports 16
7.3 Data and Drawings 16
7.4 Manuals 17

8.0 PRIOR TO SHIPMENT 17

8.1 Painting 17
8.2 Spares 17
8.3 Packing and Storage 17
8.4 Shipping 18
8.5 Warranty 18

DATA SHEETS (8)

Special Purpose Steam Turbine Data Sheets (API 612)

1.0 SCOPE OF SPECIFICATION

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1.1 Introduction

1.1.1 This specification applies to general purpose steam turbines used in oil/gas production and refinery service
and is based on, and must be read with, API Standard 612 "Special Purpose Steam Turbines for Refinery
Service". Special purpose steam turbines are used to drive equipment which is not usually spared, has high
power or speed requirements or is in critical service.

1.1.2. General purpose steam turbines are covered by GES K.10. General purpose steam turbines are used to
drive equipment that is spared, has low power or speed requirements or is in non-critical service.

1.1.3 This specification gives the minimum requirements for the design, fabrication, inspection, testing,
documentation and preparation for shipment for special purpose steam turbines. Also included are the
related lubricating systems, controls, instrumentations and other auxiliary equipment.

1.1.4 The Vendor/Contractor shall comply fully with the provisions laid down in this specification. Any
exception must be authorised in writing by the Owner.

1.1.5 In the event of any conflict between this specification and the Data Sheets, or with any of the applicable
codes and standards, the Vendor/Contractor shall inform the Owner in writing and receive written
clarification from the Owner before proceeding with the work. As a general principle, the most stringent
specification shall apply.

1.1.6 This General Engineering Specification will form part of the Purchase Order/Contract.

1.1.7 For turbines driving compressors, pumps or fans, the "driven equipment manufacturer" shall be responsible
for coordinating the turbine with his unit and the turbine Vendor/Contractor shall offer all assistance
necessary to the "driven equipment manufacturer".

For electric power generator drive, the turbine Vendor/Contractor shall act as the prime Vendor/Contractor
and shall be responsible for coordination with the generator manufacturer.

Unless otherwise specified in the individual Data Sheets, the driven equipment, gear (if required), turbine
and auxiliary equipment shall be mounted, pre-aligned and shipped on a common baseplate of fabricated
structural steel construction.

1.2 Other NOC Specifications

Where indicated in this specification, the following additional NOC specifications shall apply and any
exceptions shall be approved in advance by the Owner.

GES A.04 Noise Level Criteria and Noise Control of Mechanical Equipment

GES E.01 Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers

GES J.13 Field Panels and Junction Boxes

GES J.14 Package Unit Instrumentation

GES K.10 General Purpose Steam Turbines (API 611)

GES L.11 Induction Motors (Low Voltage)

GES L.28 Electrical Requirements for Packaged Units

GES M.03 General Purpose Gear Units (API 677)

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GES M.04 Special Purpose Gear Units (API 613)

GES M.05 Lubrication, Shaft Sealing and Control Oil Systems for Rotating Equipment (API 614)

GES M.06 Monitoring Systems for Rotating Equipment (API 670)

GES N.01 Thermal Insulation for Hot Service

GES S.06 Skid Assemblies

GES X.01 Surface Preparation and Painting Application

GES X.02 Colour Coding of Equipment and Piping

GES X.03 External Protective Systems

GES X.06 Factory Coatings for Electrical Equipment and Instruments

The Vendor/Contractor shall ensure all Sub-Contractors comply with the relevant portions of the above
specifications.

1.3 Data Sheets

The technical data supplied by the Owner for the equipment is provided on the API Standard 612 Data
Sheets which are included at the end of this specification. The Vendor/Contractor shall complete the Data
Sheets with the remaining information and return them with his proposal.

Prior to shipment, the Vendor/Contractor shall submit a complete set of "As-Built" Data Sheets.

2.0 DEFINITIONS

2.1 Technical

The technical terms used in this specification are as defined in Paragraph 1.4 of API 612.

2.2 Contractual

The commercial terms used in this specification are defined as follows:

Owner

The oil or gas company, an associate or subsidiary, who is the end user of the equipment and facilities.

Vendor

The company supplying the equipment and material.

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Contractor

The main contractor for a defined piece of work.

Sub-Contractor

A company awarded a contract by a contractor to do part of the work awarded to the Contractor.

Inspection Authority

The organisation representing the Owner or Contractor that verifies that the equipment and facilities have
been designed, constructed, inspected and tested in accordance with the requirements of this specification
and the Purchase Order/Contract.

Inspector

A qualified individual representing the Owner, Vendor/Contractor or assigned Inspection Authority, who
verifies that the equipment has been designed, constructed, inspected and tested in accordance with the
requirements of this specification and the Purchase Order/Contract.

3.0 DESIGN

3.1 Codes and Standards

3.1.1 The design shall comply with this specification and the following Codes and Standards:

API 612 Special Purpose Steam Turbines for General Refinery Services.

3.1.2 Unless specified otherwise in the Purchase Order/Contract, the current editions of the Codes and Standards
at the time of the order should be used.

3.2 Additions and Exceptions to API 612

The following paragraph numbers refer to API 612, Third Edition, November 1987, which shall be
considered as forming a part of this General Engineering Specification.

In API 612, paragraphs are marked with a bullet (•) if the Owner has to make a decision or provide
information. Where possible, these decisions have been made or alternatively guidelines provided. Such
paragraphs are marked "*" in this specification.

All requirements specified in this specification are additions to those of API 612 unless otherwise stated.
Paragraph numbers in this specification which do not appear in API 612 are new paragraphs.
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SECTION 2 - BASIC DESIGN

API 2.1 General

2.1.1 Add:

"Special purpose steam turbines shall be supplied only by Vendors/Contractors

qualified by experience in manufacturing the units proposed. To qualify, the
Vendor/Contractor must have manufactured at the proposed point of
manufacture, at least two turbines of comparable power, speed and steam
conditions. These turbines must have been in service for at least one year and be
performing satisfactorily".

2.1.3a Add:

"Turbine efficiency shall preferably be optimised for delivering normal power

with normal steam conditions".

2.1.3b Delete this paragraph and replace by:

"Delivery of rated power at its corresponding speed, with coincident minimum

inlet and maximum exhaust pressure conditions, shall be achieved by using a
hand valve or valves in order to prevent over-sizing of the turbines wherever
possible."

2.1.3e Add:

"The Data Sheets will specify speed and torque values (lowest speed for which
maximum torque is required)."

2.1.4i Add:

"All power transmission elements, including couplings, shall have power ratings
at least equal to the actual driver power rating at maximum steam conditions,
and shall be capable of transmitting the maximum torque developed by the
driver or that portion of the maximum driver torque transmitted through them.

2.1.3j Add:

"All Turbines shall be rated for continuous operation at 110% of the driven
equipment maximum shaft power at the relevant speed."

2.1.6 Add:

"The Vendor's/Contractor's representative shall be present during the initial

alignment check."

2.1.11 * The sound pressure level for the turbine and driven machine, measured at a distance of
3.3 ft (1 m) from the surface of the equipment package shall comply with the
requirements of GES A.04. The turbine Vendor/Contractor shall provide the
guaranteed maximum sound spectrum data of the turbine to enable the driven
equipment manufacturer to determine the overall package noise level.

2.1.12* The Owner shall define the area electrical classification on the Data Sheets.

2.1.13* The Owner shall advise installation environmental conditions in GES A.06
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and/or on the Data Sheets.

2.1.16 Add new paragraph:

"Turbines shall be washed at normal speed and reduced load. The

Vendor/Contractor shall confirm in his proposal the suitability of the turbine for
the following wash procedure and shall recommend any special precautions
required to protect the equipment:

(a) Method of Washing

Washing of the steam turbine will be accomplished by gradually de-

superheating the inlet steam from the initial temperature down to
saturation, holding for a definite period of time, and then gradually
restoring the temperature to its initial value.

(b) Facility Requirements

De-superheating shall be by the injection of boiler feed water or high

pressure steam condensate."

API 2.2 Pressure Casings

2.2.7 Add:

"Centreline support is required for all horizontal turbines with a specified

maximum inlet temperature at or above 400°F and for all horizontal turbines
with centreline height in excess of 14 inches (350 mm). Centreline support is
also required for all multistage turbines."

2.2.14 Add new paragraph:

"All turbine casing, trip and throttle valves, steam chests and staging drains (if
required) shall be separately flanged, piped and valved."

API 2.3 Casing Appurtenances

2.3.1.1 Delete the second sentence and replace by:

"Welded-in nozzle rings are not acceptable."

2.3.2* A sentinel valve shall be provided.

API 2.4 Casing Connections

2.4.1 * Inlet and outlet connections shall be flanged and orientated as detailed in the
Data Sheets.

2.4.6.4 * The mating parts or transition pieces to standard ANSI Pipe Flanges shall be furnished by
the Vendor/Contractor.

2.4.10 Add new paragraph:

"Piping bolting shall be to ANSI B31.3 with due allowance for operating
temperature. Nuts shall be grade 2 or 2H ASTM A194."

API 2.6 Rotating Elements

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2.6.1.4 Add new paragraph:

"A spare rotor shall be furnished for, and delivered with, each special purpose
turbine. If more than one steam turbine has an identical rotor the
Vendor/Contractor shall recommend, for the approval of the Owner, the number
of spare rotors required."

2.6.1.5* Provisions for field balancing are required.

2.6.2.1 Shaft plating in the bearing area is unacceptable.

2.6.2.2 Surface finish in the probe area shall be 16 micro-inches (0.4 µm) max.

API 2.7 Seals

2.7.1* Labyrinth seals of the replaceable type are required.

2.7.5 * Gland steam leakage rates shall be quoted by the Vendor/Contractor together
with gland seal system steam consumption for all turbines. Sealing steam shall
be automatically controlled.

API 2.8 Dynamics

2.8.1.7 Add:

"For all driven equipment except electric generators, the "driven equipment
manufacturer" shall have total package responsibility. The turbine
Vendor/Contractor shall supply all necessary information for lateral and
torsional analyses to the "driven equipment manufacturer". For steam turbine
driven generator sets, the turbine Vendor/Contractor shall have total package
responsibility and shall obtain all required data from the generator
manufacturer."

2.8.1.8 Add the following paragraph:

"Excitation of any turbine blade resonant vibration response modes in any blade
row, by multiples of running speed, nozzle passing frequency and twice nozzle
passing frequency, shall be verified as outside the specified operating speed
range. If this is not feasible, it shall be verified by the Vendor/Contractor that
stress levels, developed for any specified mode of driven equipment operation,
shall be low enough to ensure indefinite life if resonant vibration response is
within the operating range.

Blades shall be designed to withstand operation at resonant frequencies during

normal warm-up and the turbine Vendor/Contractor shall advise the Owner of
any speed below the normal operating range corresponding to such blade
resonance."

2.8.2.2 Add:

"The Vendor/Contractor shall provide the information as stated in this

paragraph."

2.8.2.3* A train lateral analysis shall be carried out.

2.8.2.5 Add:
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"Reference paragraph (b) The separation margin of the turbine 1st critical shall
be 15% from any operating point (speed) when coupled to the driven
equipment."

2.8.4.5 * The party responsible for the whole package including dynamic vibration analysis
depends on the type of driven equipment. See paragraphs 1.1.7 and the
additions/exceptions to API 2.8.17 of this specification.

2.8.5.2 * The weight of all half keys used during the final balancing of the assembled element shall
be recorded on the residual unbalance work sheet.

2.8.5.5 The job vibration, axial displacement, and key phasor probes shall be used for
the equipment mechanical run test. The Vendor/Contractor shall prove the
compatibility between the probes and test stand monitoring equipment.

API 2.9 Bearings and Bearing Housings

2.9.3.4 Add:

"The manufacturer and type of vibration instrumentation used throughout the

equipment train shall be coordinated to give full interchangeability."

2.9.3.5* When accelerometers are required, the Owner will indicate these on the Data Sheets.

2.9.3.7* All thrust and radial bearings shall be provided with temperature sensors.

2.9.3.8* Add new paragraph:

"All bearing housings shall have a suitable breather or shall be vented through
the oil system in which case a NPS 1 plugged vent connection shall be
provided."

2.9.4 Add:

"Grounding brushes shall be replaceable while the turbine is operating."

API 2.10 Lubrication

2.10.2* Pressurised oil systems shall be provided and shall comply with GES M.05. Oil
pump electrical motors shall comply with GES L.11.
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2.10.5 A common oil system is preferred to lubricate both steam turbine and driven
equipment. For common systems the driven equipment manufacturer (other than
for a generator), shall coordinate with the Vendor/Contractor and recommend to
the Owner the common oil characteristics for approval of the Owner. The oil
selection shall reflect the high ambient temperature.

API 2.10.8* Add new paragraph:

"An electric immersion heater shall be provided.

General - Electrical equipment and wiring shall comply with GES L.28."
3.1 Couplings and Guards

3.1.2 * Add:

"Main drive couplings shall be non lubricated diaphragm type or flexible disc
retained spacer type with stainless steel flexing elements and bolts.

The spacer length shall not be less than 8" (20cms).

Hubs may be integral or removable. Removable hubs shall preferably be non-

keyed, tapered and hydraulically fitted".

3.1.6 All couplings operating at speeds over 5000 rpm shall have a residual balance
check. The driver half coupling shall be fitted to the driver by the turbine
Vendor/Contractor. Likewise, driven equipment vendor shall fit the coupling
halves to their own equipment.

API 3.2. Mounting Plates

3.2.1.1* A combined baseplate shall be provided for the steam turbine and driven equipment by
the driven equipment manufacturer or the Vendor/Contractor. The baseplate
shall comply with GES S.06.

3.2.1.2.7* Epoxy grout will be used. The Owner will specify the primer.

3.2.2.1* A baseplate shall be provided.

3.2.2.2* The baseplate shall be provided with levelling pads or targets.

3.2.2.3* The baseplate shall not be suitable for column mounting unless specified on the Data
Sheets (for condensing turbines).

3.2.2.5* Sub-soleplates are not required.

API 3.4 Controls and Instrumentation

3.4.1.1 Instruments shall comply with GES J.14 and GES M.06.

A control panel mounted on the baseplate shall be provided complying with the
Owner's specification.
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3.4.2.1* The governor actuation, NEMA class, and duty will be specified on the Data Sheets.

3.4.2.11* Hand valves shall be automatically operated.

3.4.3.1 Add:

"The Vendor/Contractor shall furnish a solenoid valve in the control oil circuit
which shall be capable of receiving signals from other protective devices in the
turbine, driven equipment or process system. The trip valve shall be provided
with a stainless steel mesh inlet strainer and limit switches for position
indication."

3.4.3.3* A trip and throttle valve exerciser shall be provided.

3.4.3.7* An electrically operated over-speed trip shall be provided.

3.4.3.9* The provision of an exhaust vacuum breaker shall be discussed with the
Vendor/Contractor.

3.4.4.1* The Vendor/Contractor and the driven equipment manufacturer shall liaise in accordance
with paragraph 1.1.7 and shall provide a panel complying with the Owner's
specification and GES J.13. The panel shall be located on the baseplate.

Add:

"The speed indicator on the local panel shall be mounted so that it may be
observed by the operator when standing at the throttle valve".

3.4.5.5* Oil filled gauges shall be furnished in locations subject to vibration.

3.4.7.1* Electric power supplies will be specified by the Owner on the Data Sheets.

3.4.8.2* Vibration and axial position probes, proximeters and monitors shall be supplied and
calibrated in accordance with API 670. Equipment shall comply with GES
M.06.

3.4.8.4* A bearing temperature monitor shall be supplied and calibrated in accordance with API
670. Equipment shall comply with GES M.06.

API 3.5 Gland Vacuum Systems

3.5.1 The Vendor/Contractor shall supply a complete gland vacuum system package
including all valves piping and instrumentation. Full details shall be given in the
proposal.

3.5.2* A steam ejector system shall be provided for condensing turbines: A vacuum
pump with standby system shall be provided when no water is available on the
Data Sheets. Condensers shall meet the requirements of GES E.01.

API 3.7 Insulation and Jacketing

3.7.1* Insulation and Jacketing is required and shall comply with GES N.01. Metal
insulation jacket and insulation shall be easily removable.

API 3.9 Turning Gear

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3.9.1* A turning gear shall be provided.

4.0 MATERIALS

4.1 API 612 Requirements

The Vendor/Contractor shall provide materials in accordance with paragraph 2.11 of API 612 as amended
below:

API 2.11 Materials

2.11.1.2 Materials not conforming to ASTM Standards are subject to approval by the Owner.

2.11.1.6* Corrosive agents in the steam and the environment will be specified by the
Owner on the Data Sheets.

2.11.1.9* Wet hydrogen sulphide will not be present unless detailed in 2.11.1.6 above.

2.11.1.10* The Vendor/Contractor shall advise all steam path components which have
hardness greater than Rockwell C-22. No copper bearing alloys shall be used
for exposed components in the steam path nor in the oil system.

2.11.1.17* Add new paragraph:

"Hard faced (i.e stellited or equivalent) 13 Cr steel shall be used for valve
seating surfaces and valve stems."

2.11.2.2* Add:

"Improperly fused chaplets in iron castings may not be replaced with plugs."

2.11.2.6* Add new paragraph:

"No repairs to any components shall be made without the approval of the
application and repair procedure by the Owner."

5.0 INSPECTION

5.1 Procedures

5.1.1 The inspection requirements are covered by the document "General Conditions of Purchase" which forms
part of the Purchase Order/Contract. Additional requirements are given below.

5.1.2 All items of plant and equipment referenced within this specification shall be subject to inspection by the
Owner or the Inspection Authority.

5.1.3 Inspection shall be in accordance with API 612 and this specification. All inspection activities to be
performed, including any special requirements, shall be agreed with the Owner and shall be incorporated
within the agreed Quality Control Plan provided by the Vendor/Contractor. The quality control plan shall
be coordinated with and shall include the quality plan of major Sub-Contractors. The Vendor/Contractor
shall submit procedures for all applicable NDT techniques for approval by the Owner before production
commences.

5.1.4 All operators of NDT equipment shall have thorough knowledge of the operation of the equipment to be
used and shall hold an appropriate certificate of competence, which is to be agreed by the Owner. All NDT
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procedures and qualifications shall be subject to approval by the Owner.

5.1.5 The Vendor/Contractor is to furnish the Owner's Inspector with all reasonable facilities, to satisfy himself
that the equipment, including Sub-Contractors' material, is fabricated and tested in accordance with the
relevant code and this specification.

5.1.6 Any approvals given by the Owner's Inspector and/or the Inspection Authority do not relieve the
Vendor/Contractor of any responsibility regarding guarantees, workmanship or compliance with the code
and this specification.

5.2 Scope

The inspection scope shall comply with API 612, Section 4.2 as amended below:

Additions and Exceptions to API 612

2.11.3.6.1* 100% inspection of welds is required.

4.2.1.1(e)* Final assembly maintenance/running clearances are required.

4.2.1.3* The Vendor/Contractor shall propose in his quality plan, the parts to be examined and the type of
examination for the approval of the Owner. Where surface inspection is to be performed,
the surfaces of parts are not to be painted until inspection is completed.

4.2.2.4 Add:

100% ultrasonic inspection is required.

4.2.2.5 A heat stability check is required when steam inlet conditions exceed 1000°F (538°C).

4.2.3.3* The Owner will witness/inspect for cleanliness.

4.2.3.5* The Owner shall have access to the Vendor/Contractors quality control program for review.

5.3 Nameplates

Nameplates shall be provided complying with paragraph 2.12 of API 612.

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6.0 TESTING

6.1 Required Tests

The Vendor/Contractor shall submit his test procedures in writing to the Owner for approval prior to the
start of the testing programme. The pressure tests shall be carried out in the presence of an Inspector from
the Inspection Authority.

Testing shall be carried out in compliance with API 612, section 4.3 as amended below:

Additions and Exceptions to API 612

API 4.3 Testing

4.3.3.1.2 A mechanical run test is required and shall be performed at the same oil viscosity to that
expected in operation in the field. The Vendor/Contractor shall advise the
expected oil temperature rise and demonstrate the equipment will operate within
design limits. Vendor/Contractor shall advise their ability to introduce load onto
the turbine during the mechanical run.

4.3.3.1.10 Seismic vibration measurement is not required.

4.3.3.2.1 The turbine shall also be run briefly at 110% speed.

4.3.4.1 A performance test to PTC 6 is required on all special purpose turbines. Load
stability shall also be demonstrated to be within NEMA limits.

4.3.4.2* A complete unit test is required. The gear (if supplied) and driven equipment shall be
tested as part of the turbine mechanical running test. The mechanical running
test shall be conducted throughout the required operating speed range. Checks
shall be made for vibration, bearing temperature, torsional criticals and overall
mechanical operability.

4.3.4.3* A sound level test is required.

4.3.4.4* Auxiliary equipment shall be tested in the Sub-Contractor's shops and details of the
equipment tests will be as in the relevant equipment specifications or as jointly
agreed prior to order placement. Gears shall be tested as specified in GES M.04.

4.3.4.5* Steam turbine casing internal inspection after test is not required unless signs of distress
have been detected.

6.2 Test Procedures

Testing shall comply with paragraphs 4.1 and 4.3 of API 612, amended as follows:

API 4.1 General

4.1.5 * The following tests will be witnessed by the Owner:

- hydrostatic test;
- performance test
- mechanical running test complete unit;
- sound level test;
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- auxiliary equipment tests.

4.3 Testing

Add new paragraphs:

4.3.2.7 No type of preservative or paint shall be allowed to cover any pressure

containing components, nor any mechanical or welded joint, before the pressure
test is completed.

4.3.2.8 Test pressure gauges shall be of the direct reading type and shall be periodically
calibrated. The certificate of calibration shall be presented to the Owner's
Inspector, prior to commencement of tests.

4.3.3.5 Tape recordings of real-time vibration data are not required.

4.3.4.6 Shaft/coupling fit inspection shall be carried out.

6.3 Test Certificates

The following test certificates shall be provided:-

(a) The manufacturer's physical and chemical certification of steel pressure parts and forgings,

(b) Certification for magnetic particle, dye penetrant, radiographic and ultrasonic examination,

(c) Certified shop logs of mechanical running and performance tests,

(d) Hydrostatic Test Certificates,

(e) A record of shop test data (which the Vendor/Contractor shall maintain for at least 5 years after
the date of shipment). The Vendor/Contractor shall supply certified copies of test data to the
Owner before shipment.

6.4 Start-Up

6.4.1 When required by the Owner, the Vendor/Contractor shall be responsible for the initial turbine start-up on
site until the unit is accepted as operational by the Owner. In this case, the Vendor/Contractor shall be
responsible for the supply of competent servicemen for the duration of the checking, commissioning start-
up and run-on period.

6.4.2 When required by the Owner, the Vendor/Contractor shall supply for startup, all lubricating fluids,
including oil, grease and coolants as required by the unit. The Vendor/Contractor shall recommend the
amount and type of lubrication and cooling fluids for subsequent operation.
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7.0 DOCUMENTATION

7.1 Introduction

7.1.1 This section covers the documentation requirements for design, materials, inspection, testing, installation
and operation of the steam turbine.

7.2 Schedules and Reports

7.2.1 The Vendor/Contractor shall supply with his proposal, a schedule showing submission of all documents for
review and approval, proposed Sub-Contractors, material procurement and a production/fabrication
programme.

7.2.2 The Vendor/Contractor shall submit with his proposal a Quality Control Plan for the contract.

7.2.3 After the Purchase Order/Contract award, monthly reports on design, material procurement and production
progress shall be submitted to the Owner.

7.2.4 A co-ordination meeting shall be held within six weeks of the placement of the Purchase Order/Contract, to
review all engineering and manufacturing requirements of the order.

7.3 Data and Drawings

7.3.1 The documents detailed below shall be submitted for approval/review to the Owner and to the Inspection
Authority within the periods agreed between the Owner and Vendor/Contractor. It shall be the
responsibility of the Vendor/Contractor to ensure that the production schedule takes into account
documentation submission periods, plus a three week approval review period by the Owner and/or the
Inspection Authority. The Vendor/Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining approvals from the
Inspection Authority.

7.3.2 All calculations detailed below shall be carried out in a clear and logical manner. The source of formulae
or methods shall be clearly referenced. Computer calculations will only be accepted if all input is shown,
together with calculated values of intermediate terms and factors and the computer programme has been
validated to the satisfaction of the Owner.

7.3.3 The Vendor/Contractor shall submit as a minimum, all the data and drawings as defined in API 612 Section
5 as amended below:

Additions and Exceptions to API 612

5.1 Proposals

All data listed in (a) through (q) of 5.1 plus the following:-

5.1 (d) A performance curve showing various hand valve settings is required.
(h) A cross-section drawing showing rotor, casing, and bearings.

5.2 Contract Data

All data listed in 5.2 plus the following:-

5.2.5.2(d)* Certified copies of test data shall be submitted prior to shipment.

5.2.5.2(f)* Calculated rotor response reports are required.

5.2.6 Progress reports are required.

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7.4 Manuals

Requirements for data books, installation operation and maintenance manuals are as follows:

7.4.1 Data Books

Two (2) copies of the data book shall be provided containing the items specified in paragraph 5.2.5.2 (a),
(b), (c) and (d) of API 612.

7.4.2 Installation, Operating and Maintenance Manuals

Six (6) copies of Installation, Operating and Maintenance Manuals shall be provided containing the
information defined in paragraph 5.2.7 of API 612.

8.0 PRIOR TO SHIPMENT

8.1 Painting

Surface preparation and painting shall be in accordance with specification GES X.01 with colour coding of
equipment and piping in accordance with GES X.02, using a system which complies with GES X.03. The
Vendor/Contractor may propose the manufacturers' standard paint system suitable for the duty and
environment for the Owner's approval.

8.2 Spares

The Vendor/Contractor shall submit with his initial equipment proposal, a priced list of recommended spare
parts for commissioning, start-up and for two years operation.

8.3 Packing and Storage

This section describes the minimum requirement for the preservation and protection of steam turbines
during the sea and land transportation and storage, prior to installation.

Additions and Exceptions to API 612

The preparation for shipment shall comply with API 612 Section 4.4 as amended below:

4.4.1 * Delete this paragraph and replace with:

"The equipment shall be prepared for export shipment by sea. Shipment as non-
containerised deck cargo is not permissible.

The probable storage period will be specified in the order/enquiry and will extend from
the time of despatch to the time of unpacking at site. If the storage period is not stated, a
minimum period of 24 months shall be assumed."
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4.4.3.1 Delete this paragraph and replace by:

"Painting shall comply with GES X.01, GES X.02 and GES X.03 unless a suitable
alternative system has been approved by the Owner."

4.4.3.10 The spare rotor when ordered shall be suitably boxed for export shipment.

8.4 Shipping

Detailed shipping arrangements are covered by the Purchase Order/Contract.

The equipment shall not leave the Vendor's/Contractor's works for shipment until the release has been
approved by the Owner's Inspector.

8.5 Warranty

8.5.1 The Vendor/Contractor shall provide the Owner with the manufacturer's written guarantees of steam
turbine performance.

8.5.2 The Vendor/Contractor shall warrant all materials and services supplied against any defect for a minimum
of 12 months after commissioning or 24 months from the date of delivery to site, whichever is the shorter
period, or for the period stipulated in the Order.

8.5.3 Should any item be found defective, the Vendor/Contractor shall be responsible for all costs associated
with restoring the equipment to the standard specified by the Purchase Order/Contract.