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Fire and Gas Control System

This system detects leaking gas and fire. The response system may be activated manually or
automatically. Refer to the Terra instructions, in Auxiliary Volumes, for more information.
General

List of abbreviations

Abbreviations are used for certain words and phrases. Use the following list
as a guide:
CO2 = carbon dioxide
ESD = emergency shutdown
GG = gas generator
IR = infra red
LEL = lower explosive limit
OEM = original equipment manufacturer
sec = second
UCP = unit control panel
UV = ultraviolet

List of drawings
Fire and gas protection assemblies and diagrams RT61–72–XX

System description
DANGER
CO2 is poisonous; entering or remaining in the enclosure
during a CO2 release will cause suffocation and death. Be
sure to fully ventilate the enclosure after a CO2 release,
and prior to entering the enclosure.

The fire control system provides protection from flame, overheating, smoke
(oil mist) and leaking combustible gas. UV, thermal, and gas detectors are
located in the enclosure and ventilation ductwork. Through a link to a
dedicated fire and gas control and monitoring panel installed on the UCP,
these sensors automatically trigger alarms, shutdowns, and release of CO2
extinguisher. The fire and gas control panel also monitors the sensors and
their circuitry for faulty conditions.

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The fire control system includes three main CO2 extinguisher tanks, three
reserve CO2 extinguisher tanks, two UV flame detectors, two flame
detectors, two heat detectors. The CO2 extinguisher tanks include a bank of
three main tanks and a bank of three reserve tanks in the GG/ power turbine
enclosure. Note: Manual initiation of any tank in the bank automatically
releases the remaining tanks in the bank. To alert nearby personnel, strobe
lights and a siren are activated upon fire detection or CO2 discharge.
Discharge is pneumatically delayed 10 seconds after CO2 release to allow
personnel to exit the enclosure. Read the Terra Fire System instructions, in
Auxiliary Volumes for more information.

Refer to the fire system diagram for details of which detectors, alone or
together, initiates a fire shutdown and CO2 release.

Ultraviolet flame detector

The UV detectors sense the presence of UV radiation, which is emitted by

flames. The system provides a quick response for the release of the CO2
extinguishers when UV radiation is detected. Upon UV detection the system
initiates a shutdown, closes the CO2 retention dampers in the ventilation
system, and shuts off vent fans.

Heat detector

Overheat sensors signal the UCP to discharge the CO2 extinguishers when
temperatures reach high levels. Upon high heat detection the system initiates
a shutdown, closes the CO2 retention dampers, and shuts off vent fans.

Combustible gas sensor

The combustible gas detectors sense the concentration of hydrogen and

hydrocarbons present. These gases may be flammable, explosive, and toxic.
The sensors are specifically calibrated to detect natural gas and vapors. The
system activates alarms and/or a shutdown, depending on the density of the
gas. Vent fans are turned on upon high gas detection.

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Fire control system
DANGER
CO2 is poisonous; entering or remaining in the enclosure
during a CO2 release causes suffocation and death. Be
sure to fully ventilate the enclosure after a CO2 release,
and prior to entering the enclosure.

The fire control system can be actuated automatically or manually. The

automatic sensors are located in the GG/power turbine and auxiliary
enclosure and use ultraviolet (flame sensing) and thermal (fire and general
overheat sensing) detectors. Two manual push button stations are located
outside the GG/power turbine enclosure access doors. Manual release
stations are also located on the CO2 skid. An abnormal condition detected by
any one of the sensors or manual actuation leads to the following automatic
shutdown sequence:

Note: Vent fans stay running on a high gas concentration.

1. “Warning” and “Fire” lamps light.

2. Signal to customer alarm siren is actuated.
3. Vent fans and GG shut down.
4. Vent and damper closure is actuated with CO2 system discharge.
5. CO2 system discharges to extinguish the fire 10 seconds after
detection.

Note: There is no 10 second delay if the CO2 is released at the

CO2 cabinet manual release point.

CAUTION
If the system activates or discharges, refer to the Terra instructions, in
Auxiliary Volumes, for reset information.

NOTICE
Do not reset the control panel until the location and cause of the alarm is
found.

NOTICE
You can deactivate the system manually. Customer assumes all risk of
operating the gas turbine in bypass mode.
NOTICE
Refill empty extinguisher tanks as soon as possible. Do not operate
without at least one bank of charged tanks.

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Manual activation
DANGER
If fire is seen:

1) while the system is locked out

2) before the automatic sensor detects fire
3) during a system malfunction,

Then manually activate the system by depressing the push button at one of
three stations outside the GG/power turbine and auxiliary enclosure doors or
at the CO2 skid.

Alarms and shutdowns

The settings for alarms and shutdowns are listed in the Terra instructions,
in Auxiliary Volumes for more information. The established limits protect
the equipment. When an alarm or shutdown occurs, correct the situation
before attempting to continue operation. Keep all devices connected and
properly maintained.

Periodic Maintenance

Before performing any maintenance work on the fire control system, service
personnel must be thoroughly familiar with the components of the system.
Periodic maintenance, monthly and bi–annually, is recommended on the
CO2 system. Refer to the Terra Fire systems procedures for additional
maintenance information.

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