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Commissioning & Start up Manual
CUSTOMER
PLANT LOCATION
NIGERIA
PLANT
BHGE / NP JOB
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TRAIN COMPOSITION
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Technical Bulletins (NIC/TIL and TEC) represent the official documents issued for Customers by BHGE to
communicate product improvements and technical recommendations for the resolution of fleet issues.
An application referred to as the “Technical Enhancements & Notifications (TEN) platform” is the online
repository for all Technical Bulletins and Enhancements published by BHGE.
Using this platform, Customers can monitor and update the implementation status of the documents
applicable to their fleet, and search and download all the technical communications relevant to their
equipment.
The TEN platform is available on the official BHGE website at the link:
www.geoilandgas.com/technicalupdates
After registering, Customers can log in any time to easily access and download all bulletins relating to their
specific BHGE equipment. Queries can be made by the following categories: technology type, equipment
serial number, bulletin number, title/keyword, issue date, compliance category and others.
Customers registered for the TEN platform are automatically notified by email of newly issued bulletins
relevant to their equipment. Instructions for obtaining access to the TEN platform along with additional
information relevant to the application are available within the TEN website.
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− Serial number of the unit (For auxiliaries and associated equipment always include the machine serial
#.)
− Machine fired hours
− Number of starts
− Current machine status
− Last intervention type and date
− Alarm and trip log
− Is machine covered by remote monitoring & diagnostics (Y/N)
− Description of the event
− Is the event recurrent (Y/N)
If Applicable
− Vibration and axial displacement values with respective BHGE tag number
− Bearing temperature values with respective BHGE tag number
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The system is used to enhance machine protection as well as performance and for this purpose, a set of
diagnostic thresholds are implemented in the central system. In addition, the system facilitates technical
assistance activities and Customer support.
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This Commissioning & Start-Up Manual is being delivered for general guidance purposes, in
order to provide Customer with technical background information needed for carrying out the
Commissioning & Start-Up of the Products.
Commissioning & Start-Up of the Products entails the use of complex technical Products that
requires using special tools and expert know-how.
Only technically qualified personnel should commissioning & start up the Products.
Responsibilities for products Commissioning & Start-Up are defined by contractual terms and
conditions applicable to the project.
In case the responsibilities of the product Commissioning & Start-Up are owned by the cus-
tomer or by any other party / contractor reporting to him, in no event shall BHGE-NP be liable
whether in contract, warranty, tort (including negligence whether active, passive or imputed),
product liability or strict liability or other theory), for cover or for any indirect, incidental, special
or consequential damages (including without limitation any loss of profits or data, business in-
terruption, computer failure or other pecuniary loss) arising out of the use or inability to use
this manual.
This Commissioning & Start-Up Manual and any and all information set forth therein are pro-
prietary to NP; therefore, Customer agrees not to assert any proprietary rights therein, or to
represent this Commissioning & Start-Up Manual and/or any information set forth therein to
anyone other than as a document and/or information which is exclusively proprietary to NP.
This manual contains and has been developed using a set of documents and drawings that
are current as at the date of publication of this manual. Later revisions to such documents
and drawings may be contained in the Vendor Document Register as defined by the applica-
ble contractual terms and conditions. In the event of a conflict between the manual and the
Vendor Document Register, the latter shall prevail.
BHGE reserves any right to revise this manual as it deems appropriate without any notifica-
tions.
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INDEX
Description Section
FOREWORD ................................................................................................................................1
COMMISSIONING .......................................................................................................................7
START-UP ....................................................................................................................................8
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INDEX
Contents Page
1 FOREWORD ................................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 SCOPE ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 DEFINITIONS ......................................................................................................................................................................... 2
1.3 ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS MANUAL ......................................................................................... 5
1.4 HOW TO READ BHGE TPI&C MANUALS <1> .......................................................................................................... 6
1 FOREWORD
1.1 SCOPE
The purpose of this document is to define the general guidelines governing the commissioning and
start-up activities to be executed for the machineries included in the BHGE scope of supply and it is
intended that it shall be merged by Customer into an overall plan of Commissioning and start-up
which necessarily involves not only the machineries being part of BHGE scope of supply, but also all
inferred systems as they might be linked by function, by sequence, by process and/or by contiguity to
the plant where the machineries shall be installed.
This Commissioning and start-up manual is being delivered for general guidance purpose, in order to
provide Customer with technical background information needed for carrying out the Commissioning
and Star-up activities of the machineries.
The Commissioning and Start-up activities refer to a TURBOGROUP composed mainly with:
- MS 6001B;
- Load Gear;
- Electric generator
Every work shall be carried out according to the BHGE and/or to the Customer standards and specifi-
cations either for the general prescription or for specific manufacturing standards, norms, special
norms of commissioning, execution, checking, etc..
These instructions, that do not purport to cover all details not to provide for every possible con-
tingency, are intended to supplement the experience and ability of qualified personnel who is as-
sumed to be familiar with the machineries in general (like but not limited to Gas Turbines, Cen-
trifugal Compressors, Steam Turbines, Power generator) and with the use of tools and commonly
used elements, materials and methods.
Good judgment and proper safe practices to avoid personal injury and property damage shall be ex-
ercised by the personnel who shall not consider the instructions as relieving him from the responsibil-
ity of ensuring a competent care of the equipment.
The personnel entrusted with the installation of BHGE products shall have the neces-
sary technical characteristics and suitable technical training for the task it has to ac-
complish.
Any damage, even partial, ascribable to failure to comply with aforesaid essential
characteristics shall be attributable to the purchaser and BHGE will be discharged of
any liability and indemnification thereof.
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1.2 DEFINITIONS
As general rules and for guidance only, the following terms and definitions are normally used in the activities
of Precommissioning, Commissioning and Start-up of machineries.
However, the definitions indicated in the contractual documents shall prevail to those listed hereinafter.
a) Customer. Is the party that initiates the project and ultimately pays for its design and constructions. The
Customer shall generally specify the technical requirements.
b) BHGE. Is the party that carries out all or part of the design, engineering, procurement, construction,
commissioning (when requested) of the machineries included in his scope of supply.
c) EPC Contractor. Is the party that carries out all or part of the design, engineering, procurement, con-
struction of a plant/facility where the machineries will be installed.
d) Erection Contractor: is the party that carries out the activities related to the installation & pre-
commissioning of the plant. It can also be providing support for the execution of the Commissioning.
e) Supplier. Is the party that manufactures or supplies equipment and services to perform the duty speci-
fied by the Customer
f) Operator. Is the party nominated by the Customer for the normal operation of the Unit.
g) Unit. Generic word referred to machineries, equipment, piping, vessels and all support facilities (as in-
strumentation,/control, electrical, civil/structural) within defined Unit limits, included in BHGE scope of
supply, required to carry out a specific process
h) System. Portion of the Unit dedicated to perform a specific function. It is composed of mechanical com-
ponents and instrumentation, and includes a portion of the control system dedicated to manage the sys-
tem functionality, without or with limited interactions with other portions:
i) Pre-commissioning. This phase comprises those non-operational check and test activities carried out to
prove that equipment and facilities within a Unit have been properly installed. It include installation
checks, flushing of piping, chemical cleaning, motor bump test, alignment of rotating equipment, etc.
NOTE: the precommissioning is included in TPI, Technical Package for Installation.
j) Ready for Commissioning (RFC). For each system, this status is achieved when all precommissioning
activities have been completed, all category A agreed punch list items have been corrected and all facili-
ties are available to support safe commissioning activities.
k) Mechanical completion. This status is achieved when all systems of the Unit has reached the RFC sta-
tus. This means also that the Unit has been erected in accordance with the drawings, specifications, ap-
plicable codes and supplier instructions to the extend necessary to permit the commence of commis-
sioning activities.
l) Commissioning. For each system, this phase comprise those activities carried out subsequent to RFC
and before RFSU, which are necessary to prepare the Unit for the first introduction of feed.
m) Ready for Start-up (RFSU). This status is achieved when all commissioning activities have been com-
pleted and all agreed punch list items have been corrected and all facilities are available to support safe
start-up activities. This status can be managed at System level or at complete scope of supply level, as
required by Customer Quality Control System.
n) Introduction of feed. This operation refers to the opening of valve admitting the process fluid (as hydro-
carbons, steam) and it require the Customer written authorization
o) Start-up. This phase commence when the Unit has achieved the status of RFSU and is initiated the in-
troduction of the feed into Unit.
p) Punch item. It is a deviation from applicable drawings and specifications, standard workmanship, a
hazardous installation or incomplete QA/QC documentation. They are categorized A, B, C and D accord-
ing to the erection, commissioning and startup phase.
q) Performance test. The test is carried out in agreement with contractual terms and conditions once
when the Unit has achieved the production and product specification, at design throughput.
r) Provisional unit acceptance. Usually the same as COD, specific contracts may place certain provisions
on acceptance for payment purposes. It also may identify the hand-off of responsibilities of machine’s
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operation from BHGE to Customer’s Operators while clearing Master Punch List, or prior to execute the
Performance test (if required by the contract)
s) Final acceptance. Usually the same as COD, it may identify the complete closure of all Master Punch List
items and the fulfillment of all contractual obligations from BHGE.
t) Commercial Operation Date (COD). It defines events in order that machine is ready to operate. All test-
ing and tuning is complete and the machine can operate. Generally begins warranty period
u) Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) is a safety procedure dedicated to prevent that an operator may get in con-
tact, during site activities, with dangerous sources of energy, such as mechanical (moving parts), pres-
sure, electricity, etc. It is based on the use a of physical locking mean to be applied on the device control-
ling the source of energy, preventing it to be inadvertently operated and letting the energy to pass and
reach some unprotected portion of the plant where the operator may be performing some activity. The
procedure also includes the management of the insertion and removal of the locking device, that shall
be done involving the operator potentially in contact with the energy. See also the work instruction EHS-
WI.005 at section 2.1.
This operation refers to the opening of valve admitting the process fluid (as hydrocarbons, steam) and it re-
quire the Customer written authorization
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COD = Commercial Operation Date. It defines events in order that machine is ready to operate. All testing and tuning is complete and the
machine can operate. Generally begins warranty period
Provisional Acceptance = Usually the same as COD, specific contracts may place certain provisions on acceptance for payment purposes
Mechanical Completion = Construction work is complete. Include Pre-commissioning activities.
Pre-Commissioning = All checks required prior to system being energized
Commissioning = All checks required to be completed after each system has been energized, to prepare the system to operate
Start up = All tuning that is done on the machine after first starting and required for contractual performance test
Warranty period = Typically starts at COD and runs for a period defined in the Prime Contract
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The TPC contains the information to commission all the equipment in BHGE-NP scope of
supply, some equipment are not manufactured by BHGE-NP. In this case TPC’s infor-
mation are completed by Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manuals.
OEM manuals (also called “supplier manuals”) are available in BHGE-NP “Operation &
Maintenance Manual” (OMM).
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Technical Packages for Installation and Commissioning are designed to provide instruc-
tions and quality requirements to reach a flawless Start-up of the equipment supplied by
BHGE.
TPI&C define the key activities to be performed, applicable documentation and records &
overall responsibilities.
I&C activities entail the use of complex techniques that require special tools and expert
know-how.
Only technically qualified personnel should install the products.
Some equipment’s are not manufactured by BHGE, in this case TPI&C’s information are
completed by Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manuals; OEM manuals (called
“supplier manuals”) are available within the BHGE “Operation & Maintenance Manual”
(OMM).
Before beginning any activity, the operator shall take about safety prescriptions included
in the relevant section of the TPI&C and OEM manuals.
Manuals shall be read in conjunction with project specific documentation, I&C stand-
ard procedures, Site Quality Check list and Operation and Maintenance manuals.
All needed documentation is listed under the section “REFERENCE DRAWINGS” and within
the Site Quality Check List (SQCL) the operator can find the applicable docu-
ment/acceptance criteria/certification etc.… at Installation and Commissioning activities.
Every document is reached by means of hyperlinks.
For easier navigation, the manuals contain also a useful excel file “Document Table”
which provides the list of Job documents, Standard Procedures applicable to specific op-
erations, Standards and Quality Documentation, broken down by installa-
tion/commissioning sequences.
Site Quality Check List summarize the standard installation and testing stages for the
major components supplied. Site operators shall follow SQCL content to assure an effec-
tive quality check of the installation activities and their certification in agreement with all
the parties involved.
Here attached an example on how to proceed prior to start an activity.
NOTE: all the references showed in below figure are given only for reference. Please
refer to job TPI index.
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Oil Flushing
a) Check relevant section in the TPI manual and select hyperlink “see attached marked
up P&ID for system to be flushed”:
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2 SAFETY PRESCRIPTION
Safety instructions for all Machines supplied by Nuovo Pignone are available in SOM6755584.
It is important that all the instructions, directions, warnings and rules relative to accident prevention
are fully respected.
The document SOM6755584 is intended for skilled operators and skilled personnel and provides in-
structions about procedures and operations aimed at ensuring correct and functional use of the plant
concerned.
For the purpose of favoring immediate consultation of this document, it is recommended make it easi-
ly accessible, as well as known, to all of the users involved.
In compliance with the provisions of the directives applicable to the supplied product, indicated in the
Declaration of Conformity issued by Nuovo Pignone, this documentation contains important infor-
mation, whose knowledge is fundamental both for operators and for maintenance technicians, in or-
der to be able to work in safety conditions.
Every operation described herein must be performed by the operator considered most suitable for the
tasks to be carried out.
Personnel operating on the plant must have sufficient knowledge of the functioning of the plant itself
and must have read this document carefully, and must then apply the provisions given in it and follow
the instructions received from the manufacturer. Moreover, the operator and for the authorized to the
maintenance must have acquired sufficient training for the activity he is to carry out. For this reason,
the operators must have received proper training, also through an initial training period, provided by
the BHGE Nuovo Pignone Training Center.
For all situations not described in this document and in any case where specifi-
cally indicated, it will be necessary to contact the Nuovo Pignone assistance ser-
vice.
Updated lists of contacts can be found also at the Customer Service Center site.
(http://www.geoilandgas.com/pipeline-storage/gas-processing-compression/rotating-equipment-service-support)
Before beginning any activity the operator must also take note of the particular safety pre-
scriptions issued by the manufacturers of the individual devices. These prescriptions are found
in the Manuals for the auxiliary equipment and the instrumentation. The safety prescriptions
contained in this document are to be utilized in the operating procedures for running the plant.
The machinery and its auxiliaries have been designed and constructed in such a way as to re-
duce to a minimum any risk to the operator. The residual risks and relevant precautions are re-
ported both in this section (for those of general nature) and in the various sections pertinent to
the relevant activities and the ensuing possible damage to things or persons.
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BHGE Site Team has to comply with BHGE EHS Policy and instructions when performing field
activities, together with any other site specific EHS prescriptions and safety plan established by
Customer or by Local Authorities. In case of discrepancies between different policies, BHGE Site
Team has to comply with the more stringent one.
The following EHS procedures are given to Customers for information and reference only.
The Hazard Controls / Preventative Measures contained in the Safety Risks Assessment Forms
(explained later) take also into consideration the application of the EHS prescriptions (e.g.: EHS-
WI.005 Lockout / Tagout program).
NOTE: ALL SAFETY WARNING AND HAZARD CONTROLS / PREVENTATIVE MEASURES CONTAINED
IN THE PRESENT MANUAL, AND/OR IN THE SAFETY RISKS ASSESSMENT FORMS ANNEXED TO IT,
ARE GIVEN AS AN INPUT TO ANY PARTY FORMALLY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE PREPARATION OF
THE SITE EHS OPERATIONAL PLAN. THESE EHS RELATED INFO, THEREFORE, SHALL NOT BE IN-
TENDED AS DIRECT INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE OPERATORS EXECUTING SITE ACTIVITIES.
Here below is reported the link to BHGE Global Services EHS Documents website, where it is
possible to find the latest Environment, Health and Safety prescriptions for field activities:
NOTE: THE ABOVE LINK IS ACTIVE ONLY FOR BHGE PERSONNEL, THAT IS RESPONSIBLE TO
DOWNLOAD THE PROCEDURES FROM THE REPOSITORY LINKED ABOVE, TO ENSURE THAT THAT
NO NEWER REVISIONS HAVE BEEN ISSUED. THE PROCEDURES LINKED TO FOLLOWING TABLE OF
CONTENTS ARE TO BE CONSIDERED AS “NON CONTROLLED COPIES.
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• EHS Policy
EHS policy is also available at the website mentioned in previous page, where all the contents
listed below can be downloaded by personnel with a valid SSO:
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BHGE employees duties and responsibilities concerning Environment, Health & Safety
Each worker, according to laws in force and to the BHGE’s EHS manual, takes care about
safety of himself and of other persons present in the work site, on which his actions and
omissions can fall upon, compliant to his training, his instructions and devices supplied by
the employer.
Obligations are:
• to observe dispositions and instructions given by the employer, managers and Site;
Manager, concerning collective and personal protection;
• to use in a proper way machinery, equipment, tools, hazardous substances and
preparations, means of transport and other work equipment, as well as safety de-
vices;
• to use in a correct way protection devices placed at their disposal;
• to report immediately to the employer, manager or Site Manager, safety device defi-
ciencies, as well as any other hazard conditions that they become aware of, acting
directly in case of emergency, within their competence and ability, to eliminate or
reduce those deficiencies or hazards, informing the representative for workers safe-
ty;
• to neither remove nor modify, without authorization, safety, signaling or control de-
vices;
• not to carry out on his own initiative operations, maneuvers that do not fall in his;
competence or that can compromise his or other persons’ safety;
• to undergo sanitary checks foreseen for them;
• to contribute, together with the employer, managers, and Site Manager, to carry out
all obligations imposed by competent authority, or however necessary for protect-
ing workers safety and health during work.
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Potential Hazard:
Potential Hazards that are associ-
ated with each job steps.
Owners:
Responsible of the execution of
Hazard Controls / preventive &
protective measures.
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The zones surrounding the plant are considered dangerous and for each one there should be signs that show the residual risks. In general, for
each zone, there should be indicated the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) prescribed to operate in that zone. The following table contains the
Minimum List of Site Signs which could be displayed.
PRESCRIPTION
Safety helmet must be worn Protective footwear must Wear ear protectors when Protective clothes must be Eye protection must be
Hand protection must be worn Wear safety harness
at all times be worn operating the machines worn worn
Fire Estinguisher Hydrant Contractors shall install EHS signs related to their machinery/equipment.
Fire estinguisher Each obstacle, each slope or hole in the round shall be signaled using yellow-black or white-
Hydrant identification red tape.
identification
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3 MAIN ACTIVITIES
3.1 GENERAL
After the construction activities and before to put the unit into operation a series of verifications
and tests shall be carried out in order to ensure, as thoroughly as practicable, that every machinery
will operate as per design conditions.
These operations are also the last review of the design before start-up. The ultimate goals of these
verifications are to render the Unit in as safe and trouble free as possible and the period necessary
to test the Unit before entering into routine production status, the shortest possible.
These completion activities are separated into the two phases of Precommissioning and Commis-
sioning; this split roughly corresponding to static and dynamic tests phases respectively.
The following paragraphs describe the main activities related to Precommissioning, Commissioning
and Start-up phases.
3.2 PRECOMMISSIONING
Precommissioning activities will be described in details in the TPI, Technical Package for Installa-
tion.; main Precommissioning activities are described in this manual for convenience in order to
well identify the relationship occurring between the various phases before the Unit start up.
a. Systematic conformity checks, carried out on each item of Unit, such as any type of in-
stalled instrumentation, electric motors, valves, breakers, electrical and instrumentation
cables, etc to verify visually the conditions of the equipment, the quality of the installa-
tion, the compliance with project drawings and specifications, Supplier’s instructions,
safety rules, codes , standards and good construction practices.
d. In addition to the above ones, BHGE includes in the pre-commissioning also some other
activities
• electrical and control panels energization
• electric motor direction of rotation
Each of the above tests shall be certified by filling proper forms/certificates signed by all involved
parties.
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The completion of the above pre-commissioning activities marks the end of the construction of the
Unit and the achievement of the status of “Mechanical completion” or “Ready for commissioning”.
3.3 COMMISSIONING
a. Dynamic verifications that each elementary electrical and instrumental function that
the Unit equipment is designed to achieve, performs properly. Typical examples of such
tests are electric motor uncouple run, instrument loops tests, electrical breakers opera-
tion. Complete energization of electrical distribution networks, initiated during pre-
commissioning, is part of this activity.
b. Mechanical preparation and running and on-line tests for a significant period of the util-
ities of the Unit.
c. A number of activities related to the feed-in preparation, such as piping drying out, leak
test and inerting, and ,when required, loading of various chemicals (such as glycol, wa-
ter softening)
Once all these commissioning activities are complete, the Unit will reach the “Ready for start up”
status.
3.4 START UP
Since the start up of the Unit is considered a commissioning operation, the real start up phase be-
gins with the introduction of feed into the Unit.
a. Feed-in
b. Bringing the Unit into operation
c. Functional Test (72-hr) to prove machine’s reliability
d. Performance tests to prove the Unit satisfy design specifications (if required by the Contract)
e. Punch list clearance
Technical milestone corresponding to final start up phase is the “COD - Commercial Operation
Date”.
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4 REFERENCE DRAWINGS
In the following tables there are collected the drawings mentioned in this Commissioning &
Start-up manual.
In the last columns of the tables it is explained to which section(s) of this manual the document
is referred.
As for the data contained in the unit construction drawings, please apply to the
BHGE Nuovo Pignone technical department.
This manual contains and has been developed using a set of documents and draw-
ings that are current as at the date of publication of this manual. Later revisions to
such documents and drawings may be contained in the Vendor Document Register
as defined by the applicable contractual terms and conditions. In the event of a con-
flict between the manual and the Vendor Document Register, the latter shall prevail.
NOTE: for information relevant to auxiliary equipment, refer also to OEM Manuals
NOTE: for easier navigation, an Excel version of the following tables can be opened by clicking on this link
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Applicable to
BHGE VDR Open Open TPC
Customer
Description DWG Rev doc. from from section(s)
Doc. No.
Number (Y/N) CD EDM
5 6 7 8
FIRE FIGHTING LOGIC DIAGRAM SOM6775549 2 - Y open open - - X -
UNIT CONTROL SYSTEM WIRING DI-
SOM6775551 5 - Y open open - - X -
AGRAM
FIRE FIGHTING MONITOR WIRING DI-
SOM6775552 3. - N open open - - X -
AGRAM
UNIT CONTROL SYSTEM INTERCON-
SOM6775554 n.a. - Y n.a. open - - X -
NECTING WIRING DIAGRAM
FIELD INSTRUMENT LIST SOM6775748 5 - Y open open - - X X
FIELD ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAM SOM6775749 6 - Y open open - - X -
INSTRUMENTS PRIMARY AND PNEU-
SOM6775779 3 - N open open - - X -
MATIC HOOK-UP
FIRE FIGHTING MONITOR CONSTRUC-
SOM6800280 4 - N open open - - X -
TION DRAWING
REMOTE CABINET WIRING AND CON-
SOM6800282 1 - N open open - - X -
STR. DRAWING
OIL PURIFIER TROLLEY OUTLINE
SOM6801087 1 - N open open - - X -
DRAWING
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“open” link. EDM (Enterprise Document Management system) is the BHGE engineering documents repository,
whose access is regulated by BHGE internal policies.
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Applicable to
BHGE VDR Open Open TPC
Customer
Description DWG Rev doc. from from section(s)
Doc. No.
Number (Y/N) CD EDM
5 6 7 8
PNEUMATIC LEAKS TESTING GEN-
SIC00157 n.a. - N n.a. n.a. - - X -
ERAL GUIDELINES
GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR IN-
SPECTING GAS TURBINES WHILE IN SIC00161 1 - N DT-C open - - - X
OPERATION INSIDE AN ENCLOSURE
GENERAL NOTES FOR TURBINE EN-
CLOSURE - COMPLETION & VERIFI-
SIC00196 0 - N open open - - - X
CATION OF CORRECT INSTALLA-
TION AT SITE
VERIFICATION OF THE CORRECT IN-
STALLATION, PRECOMMISSIONING
SIC00202 0 - N open open - - X -
AND COMMISSIONING OF LV MO-
TORS AT SITE
MINERAL OIL SYSTEM COMMISSION-
ING & SETTING - SITE PROCEDURE
SIC00208 0 - N open open - - X -
FOR MAIN + AUX + EMERGENCY
PUMPS CONFIGURATION
OVERSPEED TESTING PROCEDURE
FOR SINGLE SHAFT HD GAS TUR-
BINES: MS5001, MS6001, MS7001,
SIC00209 1 - N DT-C open - - X X
MS9001
INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING
OF EXPLOSIVE GAS DETECTION SIC00233 0 - N open open - - X -
SYSTEM
FIRE & GAS DETECTION SYSTEM.
SITE INSTALLATION & TEST SIC00234 0 - N open open - - X -
STANDARD PROCEDURE
GENERAL NOTES FOR CO2 FIRE
FIGHTING SKID INSTALLATION & SIC00236 0 - N open open - - X -
COMMISSIONING
GENERAL NOTES FOR OIL VAPOUR
SIC00240 0 - N open open - - X -
SEPARATOR INSTALLATION
INLET BLEED HEATING CLEANING
SIC00256 0 - N open open - - X X
PROCEDURE
ALIGNMENT AND INSTALLATION
PROCEDURE SSS CLUTCH 64T SIC00258 0 - N open open - - X -
TYPE
PROCEDURE TO VERIFY INSERTION
SIC00260 0 - N open open - - X -
DEEP OF SPARK PLUG .
STANDARD COMMISSIONING PROCE-
DURE - ACOUSTIC ENCLOSURE SIC00261 0 - N open open - - X -
(LEAK / SMOKE TEST)
HEAVY DUTY GAS TURBINE READ-
SIC00264 0 - N open open - - - X
INGS FORMS
GEARBOX READINGS FORMS SIC00266 0 - N open open - - - X
INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING
PROCEDURE FOR DC PANELS AT SIC00277 0 - N open open - - X -
SITE
INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING
PROCEDURE FOR LOW VOLTAGE SIC00278 1 - N open open - - X -
MOTOR CONTROL CENTRE
GENERIC TEST CERTIFICATE / RE-
SIC00282 0 - N open open - - X -
PORT
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Applicable to
BHGE VDR Open Open TPC
Customer
Description DWG Rev doc. from from section(s)
Doc. No.
Number (Y/N) CD EDM
5 6 7 8
ELECTRIC GENERATOR (WATER
COOLING SYSTEM) READINGS SIC00294 0 - N open open - - - X
FORMS
STANDARD MKVI AND MKVI-E GCV
SIC00299 0 - N DT-C open - - X -
SRV CALIBRATION PROCEDURE
MS6001 DUAL FUEL DLAN LIQUID
FUEL SYSTEM AND PURGING TU- SIC00315 0 - N open open - - - X
NING
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law. They are not included in this manual but can be accessed by authorized BHGE personnel through the EDM
“open” link. EDM (Enterprise Document Management system) is the BHGE engineering documents repository,
whose access is regulated by BHGE internal policies.
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law. They are not included in this manual but can be accessed by authorized BHGE personnel through the EDM
“open” link. EDM (Enterprise Document Management system) is the BHGE engineering documents repository,
whose access is regulated by BHGE internal policies.
VDR Doc (Y/N): Y= document included into VDR Vendor Document Register; N= document available by BHGE
personnel (for consultation only, not subject to comments by the customer).
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Cus- Applicable to
BHGE VDR Open Open TPC
tomer
Description DWG Rev doc. from from section(s)
Doc.
Number (Y/N) CD EDM
No. 5 6 7 8
MECHANICAL COMPLETION CERTIFI-
COM45-1 - - N open - - X - X
CATE
START-UP CERTIFICATE COM45-2 - - N open - - X - X
COD CERTIFICATE COM45-3 - - N open - - X - X
READY FOR COMMISSIONING CERTI-
COM45-5 - - N open - - X - X
FICATE
READY FOR START UP CERTIFICATE COM45-6 - - N open - - X - X
SITE QUALITY COMMISSIONING
SOI0002894 1 - N open open - X X -
CHECK LIST
SITE QUALITY START-UP CHECK
SOI0002895 1 - N open open - X - X
LIST
SITE QUALITY LOOP CHECK LIST SOI0002896 0 - N open open - X X -
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law. They are not included in this manual but can be accessed by authorized BHGE personnel through the EDM
“open” link. EDM (Enterprise Document Management system) is the BHGE engineering documents repository,
whose access is regulated by BHGE internal policies.
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personnel (for consultation only, not subject to comments by the customer).
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5 STANDARD PRACTICES
This paragraph contains a series of standard instructions relevant to the equipment treatment.
Use of parts, other than as manufactured or authorized for use by BHGE, or re-
pairs or modifications performed by others not authorized by BHGE to be so per-
formed, will void any warranty on BHGE equipment and will relieve BHGE of any
liability for injury or damages resulting there from.
When ordering spare parts for machines manufactured by BHGE Nuovo Pignone provide the fol-
lowing information:
When ordering parts for accessory equipment give manufacturer name, type and serial number
of equipment as given on the nameplate.
If no parts list is available a brief description of the part and its function must be clearly specified
in the order.
As a general rule, here is highlighted the need to use high care in keeping spare parts in good
condition in the store.
Upon receipt, spare parts should be visually inspected for sign of corrosion, damage or other
problems, which might require correction.
Following inspection, and if necessary, completion of corrective actions, the parts shall be stored
indoors in a clean and dry place.
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The following table, extract from ITN31012, defines the minimum tightening torques of the bolts
for piping flanges, the applicability is limited to the cases of missing information on job drawings:
NOTE: 1 N m = 0.73 lb ft
1 N m = 0.10 kg m
a) Check the status of the flange sealing surfaces: they shall be without excessive scratches
and shall be cleaned.
b) the bolts shall be cleaned and without excessive oxidation, the threads shall be in perfect
conditions and the tie rods shall be straight.
c) the gaskets shall be in good conditions and clean.
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The tie rods shall be tightened following the sequence shown below. The tightening shall be car-
ried out in two phases. The first tightening shall be carried out at 60% of the expected torque.
The final tightening shall be made following the provided torque and the same sequence of the
first one. At the end of the tightening the torque applied shall be within the allowed values of
±5% than that provided.
a) The flanges check is necessary in order to avoid oil, air or fuel leaks, which may cause var-
ious dangers to the operator.
b) Check coupling flanges bolts and nuts, making sure that they have been tightened at the
torque indicated on the relevant drawings.
c) A visual check must be performed for piping coupling flanges in which fluids (oil, water or
liquid fuel) run.
d) To avoid being hit by a possible leak, remain parallel with axis; do not remain by the cou-
pling.
e) At this point gradually pressurize and visually check for leaks.
f) A check by means of leak detectors (foam, detergent, etc.) is performed for the piping
coupling flanges in which gas or air flow.
g) To avoid being hit by a possible leak, remain parallel with axis; do not remain by the cou-
pling.
h) Cover the external coupling surface with these detectors, gradually pressurize and visual-
ly check for leaks.
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For carpentry and general applications, and only in case of missing information on job drawings,
it can be useful the table below:
NOTE: 1 N m = 0.73 lb ft
1 N m = 0.10 kg m
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Not lubricated bolting: in case of lubrication (for example applied on Stainless steel hard-
ware in order to avoid seizure) designer shall clearly indicate what kind of lubricant has to
be used, with relevant torque reduction coefficient that depends from the friction reduc-
tion properties of the lubricant itself. Using Molycote 1000 (one of the most commonly
used lubricant), the values on the table shall be reduced by 40%. In case of doubts contact
HQ.
High resistance bolts, marked “HV” or “HR” according to EN14399 (used on support struc-
tures for example): correct torque is directly shown on hardware box and assembly draw-
ings (see SIC00116 for reference).
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5.5 HOUSEKEEPING
In addition to the specific Installation e Commissioning procedures which follow, it is recom-
mended to perform general “housekeeping” for the unit and annexed equipment, accessory
compartments, etc., dedicated to keep them clean and tidy.
This will be beneficial to the safety and reliability of machine plant operation, facilitating “nor-
mal” maintenance tasks, preventing the accumulation of problems over time, allowing the easy
identification of new problems when they occur.
The following checklist will give the operator a start toward establishing his own routine for
maintaining the unit and annexed equipment, accessory compartments, etc., in a clean, well-
functioning condition:
General
a. Check door seals for deterioration. Schedule replacement as required.
b. All parts shall be inspected for cleanliness and wear before being installed.
c. Gaskets and preformed packings shall be free from dirt, lint, and/or grit.
d. Mating flanges, tube flanges, and couplings shall be wiped clean to make sure that a
good seal will be obtained.
e. Hands and gloves must be clean when handling machined surfaces.
f. After performing any maintenance, the work area shall be thoroughly inspected for loose
parts, rags, tools, and other materials. The area shall be cleaned to remove grit, dust,
chips, safety wire, and other small objects.
g. Use P&I diagram to identify all piping connections of the line.
h. In case of spills duly clean ALL parts to remove all the oil or any other chemicals.
i. Maintain strong housekeeping standards and encourage others to do the same
a. Check the condition of control panel and motor control center lamps.
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b. Observe that all instruments are functional and readable; clean glass faces when dirty,
and replace broken glasses.
c. Periodically check the filter element in the compartment air conditioner; clean it as neces-
sary.
d. Inspect for evidence of loose or chafing wires, and schedule corrective action, if required.
e. Clean the floor.
f. Note battery charger output level.
Unit
WARNING: OBSERVE ALL SAFETY NOTICES WHEN OCCUPYING THE UNIT COM-
PARTMENT.
Accessory
a. Observe AC and DC lighting systems. Replace burned out bulbs.
b. Inspect items for leakage of air, gas, lube oil, fuel or water.
c. Note the condition of the gauge panel (if any); clean dirty instruments, schedule repair of
damaged gauges, check calibration if gauges do not show reasonable values for shut-
down.
d. Clean the floor of dirt, water, oil and other debris. Locate source of spills.
e. Note loose or vibrating piping conduit, or other fittings, and schedule repairs if necessary.
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f. Check faces of clutch (if any) for cleanliness or possible damage. Clean or schedule
maintenance as appropriate.
g. Inspect for evidence of overheating of accessory components (such as paint discolora-
tion), and schedule maintenance inspection or test of suspect components.
h. Check the torque of all flanged connections.
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The following notes have been extracted from the "Red Flag Review Process" presentation issued
by the GFS ENG Commissioning CoE Team. The content has been slightly modified in order to be
adapted to the present Manual.
6.1.2 Introduction
The Red Flag Review (RFR) is an Oil & Gas internal mandatory process that has the purpose to
prevent issues during installation & commissioning activities at site. Its implementation will be tak-
ing place for all new units under installation where a Service Job is opened, involving Site Team
(Site Manager, Mechanical Engineer, Control Specialist, etc.) and HQ Teams (RFR team, Tech. Ex-
pert and Installation Manager). Critical issues related to First Fire are discussed and resolved
"online", if possible, and receipt of all required documentation (i.e. site Audit, Commissioning Pro-
cedures, etc.) is verified and documented. The Red Flag Review also initiates communication be-
tween the site and the Product service Installation Engineer who will "own" the site from factory
shipment to COD. Customers may participate to the process, however this is owned by BHGE.
The 1998 F-Rotor Task Force developed a plan intended to "contain" a progression of undesirable
issues involving F-Class units. As a result of their recommendations, GE Power systems began
conducting a series of Red Flag Reviews prior to the First Fire of any F-class unit. BHGE has adopt-
ed the same method, applying it to all its products and installations at site.
A "Red Flag Review" process is intends to “contain” a progression of undesirable issues
Involving units under installation & commissioning activities. As a result of their recommenda-
tions, GE Oil & Gas GSSA and shall conduct a series of controls prior to the first start up.
This process foresees three Milestone Meetings to verify the compliance to RFR Control List. It is
critical for the quality and benefits of process for Site Team and Customer, that Control list status
is reviewed at all 3 milestones, along with site activities progress.
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This Team coordinates each call trough RFR form into Support Central and select specific skilled
Technical Supporter to assist Milestone Meeting. This Team will be the only interface for Installa-
tion Manager and will also issue the Control List that Site team will fill prior each Milestone Meet-
ing. Each person inside RFR Team has different responsibilities. The Green Light is given by this
team.
Here below are reported the main duties of the RFR team:
- To provide customized RFR Control List
- To coordinate Technical Experts
- To manage RFR Community and RFR Cases
- To interface with IM
- To arrange Meetings and to provide Action Items
- To provide Green Light for Start Up when all Action Items are closed.
Here below are listed the main components of the team and relevant duties:
COE Commissioning Leader
- The COE Commissioning Leader is responsible for the correct implementation of the
process and for the consistency of the relevant outputs.
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Technical Experts.
- Attend Milestone(s) Meeting(s) when requested by RFR team, according to his/her specific
skills.
- Interview the Site Team to understand the status of the project and, if necessary, ask for
checks or procedures to be adopted to detect technical ar EHS risks and assign action
items to eliminate or mitigate these detected risks.
- Provide technical support to Site Team and RFR Team, if necessary, to support closure of
action items
There will be three (3) Red Flag Review meeting; scheduled via conference call by the Red Flag Re-
view Team according to the following schedule (all dates are approximate):
Flushing Milestone (requested at least from 7 days before Oil Flushing Start)
Loop Check Milestone (requested at least 7 days before Loop Check Start)
NOTE: Red Flag Review's milestones sequence shown above is the standard for all New
Units. Applicable milestones can be different basing on BHGE scope of work/supply on the
specific project. Moreover some exceptions are included into RFR process, such as Recov-
ery Plan. Further explanation is into RFR process.
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A RFR Control List is a Specific Check List customized per job. It is updated before and discussed
during each Milestones Meeting. Site team will provide it within 10 days before flushing or start
up meeting; 3 days before loop check meeting.
On RFR Community it is possible to find useful information, for example Training Material and
RFR Experts support.
Link: http://supportcentral.ge.com/products/sup_products.asp?prod_id=43713
The final machine assembler will have to carry out the various mechanical and electrical tests
and inspections during assembly and final testing of the machine, to ensure the compliance of
the resulting complex machine with the applicable local requirements and laws and directives
in relation to the partly completed machinery supplied by BHGE Nuovo Pignone.
The standard codes present in “applicable document” field, are references for BHGE Service in-
ternal procedures used by BHGE personnel only.
Visual, dimensional or
Parties involved in site
penetrant test check
activities
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In this regards the Customer will take the responsibility of issuing the work permits and to establish the
safe procedures for initialization of the commissioning activities for the machineries and for any step
involved.
The introduction of any feed inside the Unit will constitute an operational phase and
shall be executed under the responsibility of the Commissioning manager, by proper
work permit.
In no instance any feed (as process fluid, hydrocarbons, flammable fluid) and any
dangerous substance can be introduced in the Unit circuit and can be operated prior
to the commissioning and before attaining readiness to operation of adequate fire
and gas detection systems and fire extinguishing systems.
To manage all the activities, the Site organization should be arranged creating the following main
roles:
• Commissioning Manager
• EHS Manager
• Technical advisors and supervisors
• EPC specialists
• Erection Contractor specialists
• Plant Operation representatives
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Depending on the type of contract, the above roles may be covered by BHGE specialists or by other
parties.
The following list describes the recommended BHGE site team composition.
• Site Manager
• Startup manager
• Field Service control & mechanical Engineer(s)
• Other specialists depending on the scope of supply (DLE/DLN mappers, Supplier specialists,
etc)
In general, roles & responsibilities shall be defined well in advance, preferably at Pre-Installation Meet-
ing.
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DOCUMENT CODE
MASTER PUNCH LIST
Customer :
Project : JOB:
Machineries :
Service Date
Item Disci- System Cate- Date Cleared
Description Request Identifier Entered by cleared
N° pline Code gory entered by
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7 COMMISSIONING .......................................................................................................................................... 6
7.1 PRESCRIPTIONS....................................................................................................................................................................6
7.2 GENERAL .................................................................................................................................................................................6
7.3 SYSTEM POWER UP & CONTROL LOOPS CHECK-UP ...........................................................................................7
7.4 PANEL POWER-UP ..............................................................................................................................................................9
7.4.1 Control Cabin Verification ....................................................................................................................................9
7.4.1.1 Reference Documents: ..........................................................................................................................................9
7.4.2 PMCC Verification ..................................................................................................................................................10
7.4.2.1 Reference Documents: .......................................................................................................................................10
7.4.3 D.C.P. Verification ..................................................................................................................................................11
7.4.3.1 Reference Documents: .......................................................................................................................................11
7.4.4 U.C.P. Verification and power-up ................................................................................................................... 12
7.4.4.1 Reference Documents: .......................................................................................................................................12
7.4.5 OSM panel power-up...........................................................................................................................................13
7.4.5.1 Reference Documents: .......................................................................................................................................13
7.4.6 FFP Verification and power-up ....................................................................................................................... 14
7.4.6.1 Reference Documents: .......................................................................................................................................14
7.4.7 Diesel Engine panel verification and power up ..................................................................................... 15
7.4.7.1 Reference Documents: .......................................................................................................................................15
7.4.8 GCPP Verification and Power up .................................................................................................................... 16
7.4.8.1 Reference Documents: .......................................................................................................................................16
7.4.9 GEP Verification and Power up ....................................................................................................................... 17
7.4.9.1 Reference Documents: .......................................................................................................................................17
7.4.10 Water Washing panel verification ................................................................................................................ 18
7.4.10.1 Reference Documents:..................................................................................................................................18
7.4.11 Oil Purifier panel verification ............................................................................................................................ 19
7.4.11.1 Reference Documents:..................................................................................................................................19
7.4.12 Functional Check of 4÷20mA Pressure Transmitters (Including Differential PT)..................... 20
7.4.13 Functional Check of Temperature Loops: 4÷20mA Transmitters, Thermocouples and
RTD’s 21
7.4.14 Functional Check of 4÷20 mA Flow Meter Transmitters .................................................................... 22
7.4.15 Functional Check of 4÷20 mA Level Transmitters ................................................................................. 23
7.4.16 Functional Check Accelerometer/Velocimeter Seismic Probe ........................................................ 24
7.4.17 Functional Check of Digital Input .................................................................................................................. 26
7.4.18 Functional Check of Analog Output ............................................................................................................. 27
7.4.19 Functional Check of Digital Output............................................................................................................... 28
7.5 SYSTEMS FUNCTIONAL TESTING / COMMISSIONING ...................................................................................... 30
7.5.1 COMMISSIONING OF CONTROL CABIN ........................................................................................................ 31
7.5.1.1 Purpose ......................................................................................................................................................................31
7.5.1.2 System description ...............................................................................................................................................31
7.5.1.3 Tooling Requirements: ........................................................................................................................................31
7.5.1.4 Guidelines: ................................................................................................................................................................31
7.5.1.5 Reference Documents and Procedures ..................................................................................................... 31
7.5.2 COMMISSIONING OF STEP-UP ELECTRICAL TRANSFORMER ............................................................. 32
7.5.2.1 Purpose ......................................................................................................................................................................32
7.5.2.2 Safety and Precautions ......................................................................................................................................32
7.5.2.3 Tooling Requirements .........................................................................................................................................32
7.5.2.4 Guidelines: ................................................................................................................................................................32
7.5.2.5 Reference Documents and Procedures ..................................................................................................... 33
7.5.3 COMMISSIONING OF CO2 FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEM ............................................................................... 34
7.5.3.1 Purpose ......................................................................................................................................................................34
7.5.12.1 Purpose.................................................................................................................................................................48
7.5.12.2 System description .........................................................................................................................................48
7.5.12.3 Tooling Requirements....................................................................................................................................48
7.5.12.4 Guidelines: ...........................................................................................................................................................48
7.5.12.5 Reference Documents and Procedures ................................................................................................ 49
7.5.13 COMMISSIONING OF EXHAUST FRAME COOLING AIR BLOWER ...................................................... 50
7.5.13.1 Purpose.................................................................................................................................................................50
7.5.13.2 System description .........................................................................................................................................50
7.5.13.3 Tooling Requirements:...................................................................................................................................50
7.5.13.4 Guidelines: ...........................................................................................................................................................50
7.5.13.5 Reference Documents and Procedures ................................................................................................ 50
7.5.14 COMMISSIONING OF GAS DETECTION SYSTEM ....................................................................................... 51
7.5.14.1 Purpose.................................................................................................................................................................51
7.5.14.2 System description .........................................................................................................................................51
7.5.14.3 Tooling Requirements:...................................................................................................................................52
7.5.14.4 Guidelines: ...........................................................................................................................................................52
7.5.14.5 Reference Documents and Procedures ................................................................................................ 52
7.5.15 COMMISSIONING OF TURBINE CONTROL DEVICES SYSTEM .............................................................. 53
7.5.15.1 Purpose.................................................................................................................................................................53
7.5.15.2 Tooling Requirements:...................................................................................................................................53
7.5.15.3 Safety and Precautions.................................................................................................................................53
7.5.15.4 Guidelines: ...........................................................................................................................................................53
7.5.15.5 Reference Documents and Procedures ................................................................................................ 55
7.5.16 COMMISSIONING OF FUEL GAS TREATMENT SYSTEM FOR NATURAL & LGP GAS ................... 56
7.5.16.1 Purpose.................................................................................................................................................................56
7.5.16.2 System description .........................................................................................................................................56
7.5.16.3 Tooling Requirements....................................................................................................................................57
7.5.16.4 Safety and Precautions.................................................................................................................................57
7.5.16.5 Guidelines: ...........................................................................................................................................................57
7.5.16.6 Reference Documents and Procedures ................................................................................................ 58
7.5.17 GENERATOR CONTROL DEVICES SYSTEM COMMISSIONING ............................................................. 59
7.5.17.1 Purpose.................................................................................................................................................................59
7.5.17.2 Tooling Requirements:...................................................................................................................................59
7.5.17.3 Guidelines: ...........................................................................................................................................................59
7.5.17.4 Reference Documents and Procedures ................................................................................................ 59
7.5.18 COMMISSIONING OF ELECTRIC GENERATOR WATER COOLING SYSTEM ..................................... 60
7.5.18.1 Purpose.................................................................................................................................................................60
7.5.18.2 System description .........................................................................................................................................60
7.5.18.3 Tooling Requirements....................................................................................................................................60
7.5.18.4 Guidelines: ...........................................................................................................................................................60
7.5.18.5 Reference Documents and Procedures ................................................................................................ 60
7.5.19 GENERATOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM COMMISSIONING ............................................................................ 61
7.5.19.1 Purpose.................................................................................................................................................................61
7.5.19.2 Tooling Requirements:...................................................................................................................................61
7.5.19.3 Safety and Precautions.................................................................................................................................61
7.5.19.4 System description .........................................................................................................................................61
7.5.19.5 Guidelines: ...........................................................................................................................................................62
7.5.19.6 Reference Documents and Procedures ................................................................................................ 62
7.5.20 DIVERTER SYSTEM .................................................................................................................................................63
7.5.20.1 Purpose.................................................................................................................................................................63
7.5.20.2 System description .........................................................................................................................................63
7.5.20.3 Tooling Requirements:...................................................................................................................................63
7 COMMISSIONING
Prior to begin the loop checks ensure that Red Flag Review 2nd milestone (TG2)
have been successfully executed.
7.1 PRESCRIPTIONS
For evaluation of specific risks, typical for duties carried out by personnel during Commissioning
activity, indications for prevention and protection operative measures and modes, PPE to be
used, refer to BHGE’s EHS Manual and to Job Safety Analysis (JSA).
Refer to section 2 (Safety Prescription) of this manual for detailed instructions about Job Safety
Analysis (JSA).
Warning: Before starting the operations described in this section (7) refer
to the relevant “Job Safety Analysis” (JSA): JSA044
7.2 GENERAL
For each system, Commissioning can only proceed after the issue of RFC certificate and, when re-
quired, function testing on inert (i.e check of set points of level transmitters/switches with water) has
been executed and each component (valve, instrument, etc.) has been duly tagged and it is in the cor-
rect position to start commissioning operations. The water used for function testing on inert shall be
clear and filtered water, having less than 500ppm chlorides when used for items in carbon steel ma-
terial or less than 50ppm chlorides when used for items in stainless steel material.
Prior the introduction of feed, the Unit that will receive Hydrocarbons or flammable fluids shall be
purged with Nitrogen to ensure it is oxygen free.
The commissioning phase essentially includes, but not limited to, the following main activities:
• Control loop check up as described by Site Quality Loop Check List (see section 4)
• Functional Test of Systems, as described by Site Quality Commissioning Check List
(see section 4)
Once all these commissioning activities are complete, the Unit will reach the “RFSU - Ready for start
up” status
Here below are described the commissioning activities to be carried out on the equipment in-
cluded in BHGE scope of supply
The main reference documents for start-up and operating of gas turbine are the following:
• Piping & Instruments Diagram
• Field Instrument List
• Control System Functional Description
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Do not attempt to operate the unit until personnel has acquired a thorough
knowledge of safety devices and emergency operation procedures and the pre-
operation safety and the control features has been checked and verified.
Prior to start commissioning, verify plant conformity with last P&Id revision. Pay
attention that all the unity instruments and valves are in ready to start condi-
tion and, if not, modify them accordingly
Description
This paragraph aims to provide general directions for the functional loop test of the instru-
ments/devices installed on GE/NP equipments and the relevant control system(s). The control
loop checks are performed to verify the integrity of electrical and instruments interconnection
made at the site, to verify the calibration (three points calibration: zero, midpoint, full scale) of all
indicators transmitters and regulators (level, pressure, temperature, humidity, flow) and to verify
the set point of all the instruments listed in the “Instrumentation List”, for which a set point is in-
dicated.
It is very important to remember that the set points must be checked simulating the operation
status: a set point for “high” value must be checked starting from a lower value and increasing
the value up to the set point value; a set point “low” value must be checked in the opposite way.
Typically, a loop is composed by the following components:
Instrument, transducer that converts a physical process variable into an electrical
analog signal (4-20 mA), or digital (open/closed contact). This may also be an out-
put device, such as an actuator, a solenoid, etc converting an electric signal into a
physical process variable.
Electrical connection, that may include several terminal boards.
Electronic data acquisition and control system, generally microprocessor based.
Control software.
Animated display system (HMI).
These loops shall be checked including, as much as possible, all the above components, mean-
ing that the preferred test method implies to simulate the physical process variable, verifying
the reading on the animated display and the actions caused by the control software, such as
alarms, trips, sequencing, etc.
Sometime, the entire loop may not be tested due to limited or impossible access to some por-
tion of the loop itself, for instance when an instrument is installed inside a sealed or assembled
part of machinery. In this case, only the portion that is available can be checked, injecting an
electrical signal, equivalent to the instrument output, at the first terminal board, closest to the
instrument. The inaccessible portion of the loop must has been checked and certified in the fac-
tory, at assembly. The correct functionality can also be confirmed at site comparing the output
of the instrument with the process variable measured elsewhere, using a verified loop.
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The simulation of the instrument output can be also recommended when the process physical
variable cannot be changed or simulated or measured, or when this is unrealistic at site.
Loops including “Smart” instruments can be checked using an “Hart communicator”, when the
physical variable cannot be simulated.
Tooling Requirements
Suitable tools and equipments to verify the interconnections, the calibration and the set points.
Common tools (mm/inch)
Multimeter
Resistance box
Signal generator (i.e. microcal)
Pressure simulator (pneumatic / hydraulic hand pump)
Calibrated pressure gauges
Thermostatic oven
Reference thermometers
Hart communicator
Guidelines:
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The following sections contain summarized descriptions of the Loops Checking recommended
methods relevant to a wide set of loop types. For tracking and certification purpose, the dedicat-
ed Site Quality Check List can be used.
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Description:
Check the operation of control cabin
Tooling Requirements:
Appropriate tools for voltage and instrument check.
Guidelines:
The commissioning of control cabin shall be executed following ITN07881. In summary:
a) Visual inspection of control cabin and the correct positioning in their final location
b) Verify the correct cables laying inside control cabin.
c) Verify that the grounding connections are tested and fastened
d) Check correct phase sequencing and voltage of A.C. power supplier for control
cabin distribution and lighting.
e) Verify the functioning of the normal, emergency and external lighting.
f) For detail refer to “Site Quality Loop Check List”.
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Description
Check the operation of PMCC
Tooling Requirements:
Appropriate tools for voltage and instrument check.
Guidelines:
The commissioning of PMCC requires the following steps:
1. Visual inspection of cubicles and drawers.
2. The PMCC panel shall be vacuum cleaned.
3. It will be verified functionality of cubicles and devices.
4. It will be verified the correct installation of power and control cables in the
PMCC drawer.
5. It will be verified the setting of protection relays.
6. The PMCC shall be already commissioned and operative.
7. For details refer to “Site Quality Loop Check List”.
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Description:
Check the operation of D.C.P.
Tooling Requirements:
Appropriate tools for voltage and instrument check.
Guidelines:
The commissioning of D.C.P. shall be executed following SIC00277. In summary:
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Description
Check the operation of U.C.P.
Tooling Requirements:
Appropriate tools for voltage and instrument check.
Guidelines:
The commissioning of U.C.P. requires the following steps:
1. It will be checked the U.C.P. cabinet installation and relevant cable entry proper
clamping/sealing.
2. The U.C.P. panel shall be vacuum cleaned.
3. It will be verified that knifes of the terminals are opened and all barrier field
connectors are disconnected.
4. It will be verified that all U.C.P. power supply isolators and breakers are switched
off.
5. It will be checked the correct input voltage and polarity.
6. It will be checked the U.C.P. cabinets heater and cooling fan operation and relevant
thermo-switches setting.
7. It will be verified the U.C.P. maintenance doors limit switches set, energizing &
operation.
8. It will be checked the correct installation of communication networks.
9. For detail refer to “Site quality loop check list”.
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Description
The primary On-Site Monitor functions are to acquire and buffer data for subsequent transmis-
sion to a remote centralized location. The OSM consists of server grade PC, running under Win-
dows Operating system, using CIMPLICITY as SCADA software.
Tooling Requirements:
Appropriate tools.
Guidelines:
For details refer to the OSM functional checklist SIC00066. The commissioning of OSM
System requires the following steps:
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Description
Check the operation of FFP
Tooling Requirements:
Appropriate tools for voltage and instrument check.
Guidelines:
The commissioning of FFP requires the following steps:
1. It will be checked the FFP cabinet installation and relevant cable entry proper
clamping/sealing.
2. The FFP panel shall be vacuum cleaned.
3. It will be verified that knifes of the terminals are opened and all barrier field
connectors are disconnected.
4. It will be verified that all FFP power supply isolators and breakers are switched off.
5. It will be checked the correct input voltage and polarity.
6. It will be verified the FFP maintenance doors limit switches set, energizing &
operation.
7. It will be checked the correct installation of communication networks.
8. For detail refer to “Site quality loop check list”.
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Description:
Check the operation of Diesel Engine panel.
Tooling Requirements:
Appropriate tools for voltage and instrument check.
Guidelines:
In summary:
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Description
Check the operation of GCPP
Tooling Requirements:
Appropriate tools for voltage and instrument check.
Guidelines:
The commissioning of GCPP requires the following steps:
1. The GCPP panel shall be vacuum cleaned.
2. It will be checked earthing and power supply of GCPP, then power up the panel.
3. It will be verified correct functioning of GCPP panel auxiliaries (lighting,
cooling fans, sockets, annunciator, indicators, lamps, etc).
4. For details refer to “Site Quality Loop Check List”.
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Description
Check the operation of GEP
Tooling Requirements:
Appropriate tools for voltage and instrument check.
Guidelines:
The commissioning of GEP requires the following steps:
1. The GEP panel shall be vacuum cleaned.
2. It will be checked earthing and power supply of GEP, then power up the panel.
3. It will be verified correct functioning of GEP panel auxiliaries (lighting, cool-
ing fans, sockets, annunciator, indicators, lamps, etc).
4. For details refer to “Site Quality Loop Check List”.
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Description
Check the operation of Water Washing panel.
Tooling Requirements:
Appropriate tools for voltage and instrument check.
Guidelines:
The commissioning of Water Washing panel requires the following steps:
1. The Water Washing panel shall be vacuum cleaned.
2. It will be checked the correct input voltage and polarity.
3. For detail refer to “Site quality loop check list”.
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Description
Check the operation of oil purifier panel.
Tooling Requirements:
Appropriate tools for voltage and instrument check.
Guidelines:
The commissioning of oil purifier panel requires the following steps:
1. The Oil Purifier panel shall be vacuum cleaned.
2. It will be checked the correct input voltage and polarity.
3. For detail refer to “Site quality loop check list”.
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Preliminary check
1) Open UCP terminal board knives / fuses (if existing) or disconnect wiring.
2) Continuity/ground check from UCP terminal board to device.
3) Disconnect the device from TB, close UCP knives / fuses (if existing) or re-connect wiring.
4) Check correct voltage and polarity at TB, then reconnect the transmitter.
5) Disconnect the primary tubing from the sensing connection of the instrument, and connect
a portable pressure simulator (hydraulic or pneumatic manual pump, depending on the pres-
sure range).
6) Measure the pressure using a calibrated and certified gauge (the calibration certificate shall
be available).
7) Keep the pressure test gauge as much at the same height as possible with the pressure
transmitter to be calibrated, in order not to introduce an error in the pressure measurement,
due to the oil head in the interconnecting tubing / hose.
If the instrument is not included in a protection control loop, the previous steps 5 to 7 may be
omitted.
8) Connect the wires in the transmitter, inserting an Hart communicator in the loop if the in-
strument is a Smart type. Otherwise, connect in parallel a 10 kΩ potentiometer in the TB, leav-
ing the instrument disconnected.
Loop check
1) Set a pressure value equal to 0%, 25%, 50%, 75%, 100% of the instrument span. For each
value measure the instrument output signal and the corresponding readings displayed on the
monitoring system. If the instrument is not included in a protection control loop, the previous
step 1 may be omitted.
2) Simulate the transmitter output using a Hart communicator (Smart instrument) or change
the potentiometer resistance to have 4, 8, 12, 16 and 20 mA. For each value verify the corre-
sponding readings displayed on the monitoring system.
3) Visual check for HMI Video pages, verify the correct visualization of analog values, correct
visualization of event type (alarm, trip) and video animations.
Acceptance criteria
The loop check is successfully completed when it is confirmed that the process variable and
the value acquired by the control system are aligned within the level of accuracy of the “worse”
component of the loop (refer to the component ordering sheet).
Typical +/- 0.25%.
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7.4.13 Functional Check of Temperature Loops: 4÷20mA Transmitters, Thermocouples and RTD’s
Temperature transducers that can be reasonably disassembled, should be checked using a
thermostatic oven in the field to simulate full range of temperature. Otherwise, it will be possi-
ble to simulate the transmitter / instrument output. If the transmitter / instrument is not includ-
ed in a protection control loop, this is the recommended method. For high temperatures (above
200 DegC) the thermostatic oven method is unrealistic at site.
Preliminary check
1) Continuity/ground check from UCP terminal board to field instrument.
2) Check the fault by disconnecting the wire from the sensor.
3) If the max temperature range is not defined in the job instrument list, it shall be indicatively
set at 25% higher than the max expected process temperature while in operation.
4) Disconnect the temperature sensing element and insert it in a thermostatic oven.
If the instrument is not included in a protection control loops, the previous step 4 may be omit-
ted.
5) Disconnect the wires in the transmitter / instrument and connect the Hart communicator
(Smart transmitters) or a mA generator, or a microcal / mV generator (thermocouples) or a re-
sistance box (RTD’s).
Loop check
1) Set a oven temperature at 0%, 25%, 50%, 75%, 100% of the max temperature range. For
each value measure the instrument output signal and the corresponding readings displayed
on the monitoring system.
If the instrument is not included in a protection control loop, the previous step 1 may be omit-
ted.
2) Simulate the transmitter output using a Hart communicator (Smart instrument) or a mA
generator. Set 4, 8, 12, 16 and 20 mA, for each value verify the corresponding readings dis-
played on the monitoring system.
3) With thermocouples, set the mV values corresponding to 0%, 25%, 50%, 75%, 100% of the
instrument span, compensated at cold joint temperature.
4) With RTD’s, set the box resistance at a value corresponding to 0%, 25%, 50%, 75%, 100% of
the instrument span, using the correct RTD temperature / resistance conversion table.
5) Visual check for HMI Video pages, verify the correct visualization of analog values, correct
visualization of event type (alarm, trip) and video animations.
Acceptance criteria
The loop check is successfully completed when it is confirmed that the process variable and
the value acquired by the control system are aligned within the level of accuracy of the “worse”
component of the loop (refer to the component ordering sheet).
Typical +/- 0.25%.
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It is considered generally not possible to simulate an actual flow at site, therefore the only test
method proposed is to simulate the flow transmitter output. The instrument calibration certifi-
cate shall be available from the supplier.
Preliminary check
NOTE: flow transmitters should be always configured as DP – Linear reading (not SQR reading)
1) Open UCP terminal board knives / fuses (if existing) or disconnect wiring.
2) Continuity/ground check from UCP terminal board to device.
3) Disconnect the device from TB, close UCP knives / fuses (if existing) or re-connect wiring.
4) Check correct voltage and polarity at TB.
5) Connect the wires in the transmitter, inserting an Hart communicator in the loop if the in-
strument is a Smart type. Otherwise, connect a 10 kΩ potentiometer in the TB, leaving the in-
strument disconnected.
Loop check
1) Check the fault by disconnecting the wire from the sensor.
2) Set 4, 8, 12, 16 and 20 mA on signal generator and make sure that the readings displayed
on the monitoring system are correct.
3) Verify that the instrument power supply at 20 mA is at least 16 Vdc (it may change, refer to
instrument manufacturer manual).
4) Visual check for HMI Video pages, verify the correct visualization of analog values, correct
visualization of event type (alarm, trip) and video animations.
Acceptance criteria
The loop check is successfully completed when it is confirmed that the process variable and
the value acquired by the control system are aligned within the level of accuracy of the “worse”
component of the loop (refer to the component ordering sheet). The typical accuracy of a flow
meter is +/- 1,5%, however the mA output shall be converted by the control system acquisition
system within +/- 0,25%.
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It is considered generally not possible to simulate an actual flow at site, therefore the only test
method proposed is to simulate the flow transmitter output. The instrument calibration certifi-
cate shall be available from the supplier.
Preliminary check
1) Open UCP terminal board knives / fuses (if existing) or disconnect wiring.
2) Continuity/ground check from UCP terminal board to device.
3) Disconnect the device from TB, close UCP knives / fuses (if existing) or re-connect wiring.
4) Check correct voltage and polarity at TB.
5) Connect the wires in the transmitter, inserting an Hart communicator in the loop if the in-
strument is a Smart type. Otherwise, connect a 10 kΩ potentiometer in the TB, leaving the in-
strument disconnected.
Loop check
1) Check the fault by disconnecting the wire from the sensor.
2) Set 4, 8, 12, 16 and 20 mA on signal generator and make sure that the readings displayed
on the monitoring system are correct.
3) Verify that the instrument power supply at 20 mA is at least 16 Vdc (it may change, refer to
instrument manufacturer manual).
4) Visual check for HMI Video pages, verify the correct visualization of analog values, correct
visualization of event type (alarm, trip) and video animations.
Acceptance criteria
The loop check is successfully completed when it is confirmed that the process variable and
the value acquired by the control system are aligned within the level of accuracy of the “worse”
component of the loop (refer to the component ordering sheet). The typical accuracy of a flow
meter is +/- 1,5%, however the mA output shall be converted by the control system acquisition
system within +/- 0,25%.
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Seismic vibration loops may be tested using a “vibrating plate”, such as the following one (also
available for hire by BHGE)
DESCRIPTION GE CODE
Vibrating Plate SMO1456991
• Variable FRE-
QUENCY (25 to
10.000 Hz)
• Adjustable vibra-
tion amplitude
The seismic probe (either a velocimeter or accelerometer) shall be removed from its support on
the machine and placed on the vibrating plate, positioned in the field close to the measuring
point. The probe shall be connected to measuring chain using job extension cables as for nor-
mal operation. The cable shall be properly supported in order not to affect probe operation.
Warning: the vibrating plate is not Atex certified therefore the test shall be exe-
cuted excluding the possibility of explosive gas presence
Preliminary check
1) Check that each wire is secured in its terminal board (by applying a moderated traction on
the wire)
2) Open UCP terminal board knives / fuses (if existing) or disconnect wiring.
3) Continuity/ground check from UCP terminal board to device.
4) Disconnect the device from TB, close UCP knives / fuses (if existing) or re-connect wiring.
5) Check correct polarity at TB, then re-connect the device.
Loop check
1) Check the fault by disconnecting the wire from the sensor.
2) Re-connect the cable and verify the functionality of sensor shaking it.
3) Visual check for HMI Video pages, verify the correct visualization of analog values.
4) Energize the vibrating plate, set frequency at 100 Hz and the amplitude at the values corre-
sponding to 0%, 25%, 50%, 75% and 100% of the vibration trip setpoint
5) Visual check for HMI Video pages, verify the correct visualization of analog values, correct
visualization of event type (alarm, trip) and video animations.
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Acceptance criteria
The loop check is successfully completed when it is confirmed that the process variable and
the value acquired by the control system are aligned within the level of accuracy of the “worse”
component of the loop (refer to the component ordering sheet).
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Digital inputs are referred to devices able to discriminate between two discrete physical states
/ conditions of a process variable, by closing / opening an electric contact. The loop check, as
much as possible, should be done changing the process variable physical state / condition. If
this is not safely feasible prior to operate the equipments, in pre-start condition, the loop check
shall be done by opening / jumper the switch in the field, as close as possible to the sensing
device (i.e. limit switch, pressure / temperature / level switch, push button, relay contact, etc.).
NOTE: The contact may be electrically N.O. or N.C., meaning that the control system will see an
open circuit when the switch is not actuated, and a closed circuit in the reverse condition.
Generally, a closed circuit means a safe state, while an open circuit initiates an alarm or a trip
sequence.
Field wiring diagrams always have the indication of the N.O./N.C. contact to be connected, re-
ferring to a standard definition for the steady state of the instrument when not in operation,
that is when no energy of any type is applied to it. For instance:
Pressure switches at 0 BarA
Thermo switches at –273 DegC
Level switches at zero level
Push buttons / limit switches released
Etc.
It is a common bad practice to identify an N.O./N.C. contact by measuring its resistance with a
Multimeter. This may be dangerous if it is not well understood the switch action and its current
state. For instance, the switch could has been actuated even when the equipment is not in op-
eration, as it is the case, for instance, with a temperature switch calibrated at a setpoint below
ambient temperature.
Some confusion may arise when referring to limit switches detecting a mechanism movement.
Depending on how they are mounted, the switch and the mechanism might have reverse ac-
tions, meaning that the mechanism in released state (no external energy applied) may cause
the switch to be actuated. An example is the closure limit switch installed on a normally closed
valve.
To prevent this dangerous misunderstanding, it shall be always necessary to understand the
meaning of the two physical states / conditions of the process variable, its current state at the
moment of the test, and the action of the contact in the control system (refer to Cause & Effect
diagram).
Preliminary check
1) Open UCP terminal board knives / fuses (if existing) or disconnect wiring.
2) Continuity/ground check from UCP terminal board to device.
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3) Disconnect the device from TB, close UCP knives / fuses (if existing) or re-connect wiring.
4) Check correct sensing voltage at TB, then re-connect the device.
Loop check
1) Activate / deactivate the mechanism where the switch is installed.
2) If the mechanism cannot be safely actuated during loop check phase, jumper or open the
wires at field instrument terminals.
3) Visual check for HMI Video pages, verify the correct visualization of status, correct visualiza-
tion of event type (alarm, trip) and video animations.
Acceptance criteria
This is a Go / No go check.
The analog outputs treated here are control system (UCP) current outputs in 4-20 mA range.
They can be used to drive an actuator, modulating an external energy source able to cause a
process variation (open/close a valve, move a mechanism, etc.). As much as possible, the loop
check should be done by changing the output and verifying the corresponding process varia-
tion, or at least the actuator response. If this is not reasonably feasible in a safe way in pre-
start up phase, the test can be limited to the current measurement in the field, as close as pos-
sible to the actuator.
Analog outputs can also be used to send to external control systems (DCS, etc) the replication
of internal UCP variables. In such case, the loop check shall be done including the receiving
control system, in order to verify the correct signal scaling.
WARNING: Prior to start any check, consider the consequences of the actuation of the device
in the field. Source of energy might be driven in dangerous way, if not controlled. Apply safety
procedures such as LOTO.
Preliminary check
1) Open UCP terminal board knives / fuses (if existing) or disconnect wiring.
2) Continuity/ground check from UCP terminal board to device.
3) Disconnect the device from TB, close UCP knives / fuses (if existing) or re-connect wiring.
4) Check correct polarity at TB, then re-connect the device.
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Loop check
1) Check the fault by connecting and disconnecting the wires from the device.
2) Force the analog output signal to 0, 25, 50, 75 and 100% of full range from the UCP inter-
face.
3) Visual check for HMI Video pages and device, verify the correct visualization of analog val-
ue, correct visualization of stroke device (i.e. valve) or process variable, if feasible, and video an-
imations.
4) Check in the field local indicator for current received from the actuator (if existing) and/or
actuator output (if applicable).
5) For signals sent to external control system (DCS, etc.) check correct visualization / scaling of
the received signal.
Acceptance criteria
The loop check is successfully completed when it is confirmed that the actuator / field device
follows the forced signal within a deviation that is function of the actuator accuracy (refer to
purchase spec).
The digital outputs treated here are relay’s contacts driven by the control system (UCP). These
contacts may be either internally powered or voltage free. In the first case the output is a DC
voltage that is used to drive solenoids, external relays, on-off actuators etc, causing an effect
on a process variable. In the second case, they are powered / sensed by an external system
(DCS, MCC, etc) that “reacts” to the open / closed state of the contact and initiates an action as
a consequence of the combination between the UCP control software and the receiving sys-
tem internal logic. The loop check for internally powered outputs shall be as much as possible
done by verifying the action caused by the driven device (change of a process variable, open-
ing / closing of a valve, movement of a mechanism, etc). If this is not reasonably feasible in a
safe way in pre-start up phase, the test can be limited to the voltage measurement in the field,
as close as possible to the device / actuator. Voltage free contacts may be tested by measur-
ing the open / closed circuit from the external system terminal board, not powered. Alterna-
tively, the test may be combined with the external system loop check, verifying that the open /
closed contact is correctly sensed.
WARNING: Prior to start any check, consider the consequences of the actuation of the device
in the field. Source of energy might be driven in dangerous way, if not controlled. Apply safety
procedures such as LOTO.
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Acceptance criteria
This is a Go / No go check
• Verification of automatic sequencing, that is the ability of the control system to start, stop,
monitor and regulate the system.
• Verification of the system parameters at various modes of operation, including “expected”
failure modes.
Most systems usually interact with several others and/or with Customer process to perform
their functions. The commissioning schedule should consider these interactions, anticipating
systems whose functionality is an enabler for other systems testing. If necessary, for testing
purpose some of these interactions with external systems can be replaced by some sort of
simulation (logic or analog forcing).
The following sections contain summarized descriptions of the systems functional tests. The
activities are defined in a step-by-step format in the dedicated Site Quality Check List
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7.5.1.1 Purpose
Main purpose of commissioning of control cabin system is to verify:
-the correct operation of system
Hand tools.
Amp meter (clamp type) to measure current absorption.
Portable vibration analyzer to measure motor vibrations.
7.5.1.4 Guidelines:
For additional prescriptions, refer to supplier manual and SQCL Commisisoning SOI0002894
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NOTE: transformer commissioning is normally executed under OEM Vendor supervision, according to Ven-
dor’s best practices and procedures. The prescriptions given here shall be used as reference and guide-
line.
Warning: Live high voltage may be present during most of the tests. Ensure that a safety plan
is in place, understood and observed at all time.
Hand tools.
Proper tools for instruments calibration.
Megger 100 V, 500 V and 5KV
Current/voltage injection box
7.5.2.4 Guidelines:
The commissioning of step-up down electrical transformer system requires the following steps:
1. Verify the quality of the electrical connections.
2. Verify the windings resistance
3. Check the Transformer protection loops towards control system (pressure relief device,
winding temperatures, Bucholtz alarm & fault, etc.)
4. Check the insulating oil sub-system: level, leakage absence, dielectric property (Vacuum
treatment could be required), etc..
5. Perform insulation resistance test
6. Verification relevant to all VT’s:
a. Record plate data and check vs design (ratio, accuracy & precision class)
b. P1-P2: check connections vs schematic diagram (visual check)
c. S1-S2: check connections vs schematic diagram (point to point check)
d. Primary fuse check
7. Verification of VT signals acquisition through secondary injection.
8. Transformer power-up at no load conditions, verifying correct acquisition of
parameters, instruments, etc.
9. Check alarm & trip functions performed by instruments and PCS
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The carbon dioxide fire protection system used for the gas turbine unit extinguishes fires by re-
ducing the oxygen content of the air in the gas turbine compartments. To reduce the oxygen
content, a quantity of carbon dioxide (CO2 ) delivered from a cylinders bank is discharged into
2
the compartments in one minute and, due to the reignition potential of combustibles exposed to
high temperature metal, an extended discharge is provided to maintain an extinguishing con-
centration for a prolonged period to minimize potential reignition. Two separate distribution sys-
tems are used: initial discharge and extended discharge systems. Within a few seconds after ac-
tuation, sufficient CO2 flows from the initial discharge system into the gas turbine compartments
2
the gradual addition of more CO2 from the extended discharge system to compensate for com-
2
partment leakage.
The simulation of the fire fighting system must be performed with discharge of the extinguishing
CO2 inhibited.
7.5.3.5 Guidelines:
Notes:
As per NFPA12 requirements, each CO2 system will be tested with full discharge, in order to make
sure that the project characteristics are observed, causing the intervention of the systems with
the distribution of the extinguishing agent in the considered area. System certification as in-
stalled, is under Customer responsibility.
1. It will be tested the CO2 initial and extended discharge lines.
2. It will be verified the fire fighting system functionality.
3. Check alarm & trip functions performed by instruments and UCP
4. Leave the fire fighting system in ready to start condition.
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Do not enter into the enclosure if the discharge system is active. The electric dis-
charge inhibit selector key on Fire Fighting monitor front is never to be consid-
ered as LOTO accomplishment. Only CO2 discharge line isolation valves closure
prevent accidental discharge events.
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7.5.4.1 Purpose
- The instrument air system is composed by the main items:
- Compressor driven by electric motor;
- Process air cooler;
- Intake filter-silencer;
- Air Tank (Dry Air Receiver);
- Air Dryer ;
- Local control panel;
No tools required.
7.5.4.4 Guidelines:
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7.5.5.1 Purpose
Main purpose of commissioning of mineral oil system is to verify:
-the oil tank heater to heat the oil to the minimum requested temperature to safely start the oil
system;
-the correctness of oil temperature regulation downstream the oil coolers
-the correctness of oil pressure to the users;
-the start/stop of auxiliary pump in case of low/high oil pressure to the users;
-machinery trip on low low oil pressure to users
The lubrication system, which includes an oil tank, pumps, heat exchangers (oil coolers), filters,
valves and miscellaneous devices to assure control and protection to the system, is designed
to provide a supply of filtered lubricants at the proper temperatures and pressures for opera-
tion of the turbine and its associated equipment. Oil for the hydraulic supply system, the con-
trol oil system, and the starting means system is also taken from this system.
The mineral oil system is a closed-loop, forced feed system. Lube oil is drawn from the oil tank
by the pumps and is forced under pressure through the heat exchangers to cool the oil flow to
the requested temperature, oil filters and the bearing header manifold to the bearing.
Multiple oil pumps are provided to ensure redundant oil sources: an AC electric motor driven
pump is used during startup, cooldown and in case of failure of the main mechanical pump,
driven by the accessory gearbox, that is the “normal” oil source while in operation. A DC elec-
tric motor driven pump provides emergency lubrication during rotors coast down, following a
unit trip, and during cooldown.
Protection devices are incorporated into those systems, where required, to protect the equip-
ment against low lubricant supply, low lubricant pressure and high lubricant temperature.
Hand tools.
Proper tools for instruments calibration.
Amp meter (clamp type) to measure current absorption.
Portable vibration analyzer to measure motor vibrations.
7.5.5.4 Guidelines:
Note: Before proceeding with the lube oil system commissioning the compressor seal system
activities have to be successfully executed.
Note: Before starting the mineral oil system must be verified the proper execution of flushing
activities and the correct cleaning of the entire piping system.
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3. D.C. power must be available for the emergency lube oil pump motor (88QE-1),
checking the charge of the accumulator batteries in the D.C. power centre.
4. It will be checked the power supply and current absorption of the auxiliary and
emergency pump motor anticondensation space heaters (23QA-1, 23QE-1).
5. A.C. power must be available for the trolley control panel.
6. The electric motors shall be started up and tested, measuring current absorption
and radial vibrations. See SIC00202 for reference
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7.5.6.1 Purpose
Main purpose of commissioning of mineral oil vapor separator is to verify:
-the correct operation of oil vapors extraction motor and fan;
-the pressure drop across vapor separator;
-free oil drainage from goose-necks to lube oil tank
7.5.6.4 Guidelines:
The commissioning of mineral oil separator requires the following steps:
1. A.C. power must be available for the fan extractor motor (88QV-1/2)
2. It will be checked the power supply and current absorption of the main/auxiliary anti-
condensation space heaters (23QV1/2).
3. A.C. power must be available for the motor of the lube oil pump (88QA-1).
4. The lube oil system shall be already commissioned and operative.
5. The electric motor shall be started up and tested, measuring current absorption and
radial vibrations. See SIC00202 for reference.
6. The oil vapour separator manual by-pass valve will be pre-adjusted to regulate oil
tank de-pressurization. The final adjustment shall be repeated with turbine running at
load.
7. Check alarm & trip functions performed by instruments and UCP
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7.5.7.1 Purpose
Main purpose of commissioning of atomizing air system is to verify:
-the correct operation of atomizing & purge air system
The Atomizing Air Cooler system is equipped with two fans (MAIN &STAND-BY), each designed to
provide 100% of rated airflow. The heat from the atomizing air is removed by a direct air-to-air
heat exchanger. Main/Stand-by selection can be done through a dedicated HMI pushbutton,
normally when both fans are stopped. Selection can be changed, even if main fan is running. At
change over, the new selected main fan starts immediately and the stand-by will be stopped
with a delay time. This change over sequence doesn't activate stand-by fan running alarm. Each
fan is equipped with a vibration switch installed on its own shaft. Each vibration switch is
equipped with its own reset coil.
Hand tools.
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7.5.8.1 Purpose
Main purpose of oil purifier trolley is to verify:
-correct installation of disks pack and gravity disk suitable for the actual type of oil and service
-correct operation of trolley local control panel
-correct operation and ability of the trolley to perform the desired function
• Clarification (removal of solid particles)
• Purification (removal of water)
The purpose of oil purifier equipment is to remove water, oily deposit and solid particles from
mineral lubrication oil, restoring its viscosity and flashpoint: the presence of free water, in mineral
oil can contribute to machinery reliability reduction, accelerated wear, corrosion and sludge for-
mation. With reference to P&ID mineral lube oil system, clarifier sucks oil from oil tank, purifies it
and gets it back to tank.
The operation of the trolley is based on centrifugal separation between the mineral oil and water
due to difference in specific density: it is performed in a separator bowl, rotating at high speed
(approx 8600rpm), installed inside the collecting cover. The bowl is driven by a motor through a
gear. The trolley includes a gear pump for untreated oil inlet and clean oil discharge. On the
frame top part are located the connections for water inlet and outlet.
Regarding separation process, pump feeds oil in the bowl. By action of centrifugal forces, heavy
phases (water and solid particles) are forced to the periphery of the bowl: solid parts, if any, settle
on the walls while separated water moves along the upper side of top disc towards the outer
outlet, that is defined and fixed by the gravity disc.
The light phase (oil) is directed to the center of the bowl, flows along the discs and goes out
through the hole in the neck of top disk (it’s the inner outlet).
Before each start-up, oil clarifier shall be filled with water to create a seal between the bowl hood
and the top disk in order to prevent that oil leaves the bowl through the external outlet: is re-
quired about 1.5 liter for each starting and is recommended to supply water until flows out
trough the system outlet.
Before the start-up it is also mandatory to install the gravity disc: it is fundamental to set the in-
terface between the oil and the water phase and guarantee the purification inside the clarifier.
Without gravity disc the only purpose of the equipment is to remove solid particles but any sepa-
ration between oil and water is performed.
In fact, the gravity disc is mounted on the top of bowl externally to outer edge of top disc (and di-
rectly defines the dimensions of outlet way for heavier phase (outlet way of light one is fixed): this
point is very critical because on basis of oil density a larger or smaller disc diameter will cause a
different separation efficiency causing oil to flow through external way instead of internal one.
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Hand tools.
7.5.8.4 Guidelines:
The commissioning of oil purifier trolley shall be done following supplier manual. In summary,
the main steps are:
1. It will be checked the power supply and current absorption of the oil purifier trolley
local panel.
2. The lube oil system shall be already commissioned and operative.
3. Check/install proper gravity disk according to lube oil characteristics (density, tem-
perature, etc.)
4. Check for lube oil (inlet & outlet) & water piping leak during operation.
5. Check the proper functioning of the oil-water separation.
6. After the commissioning activities completion, restore the trolley and set in opera-
tional condition, paying attention on the complete opened position of the inlet and
outlet lube oil valves.
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7.5.9.1 Purpose
Main purpose of commissioning of hydraulic oil system is to verify:
-the pressure charge with Nitrogen of Hydraulic Oil accumulators;
-The correct installation and cleanliness of Hydraulic Oil filters
-the oil pressure value on auxiliary oil pump discharge;
-the differential pressure across the oil filter;
-the change-over of oil filter to check the continuity of oil flow
Regulated, filtered oil from the Lube Oil system of the gas turbine is used as the high pressure flu-
id to meet the hydraulic system requirements. A volumetric type pump, driven by a shaft of the
accessory gear, is the primary pump for this high pressure oil; a motor-driven volumetric type
pump provides the necessary auxiliary backup. Hydraulic oil, pressurized by the main hydraulic
pump, is controlled by pressure compensator VPR3-1, built into the pump. The action of the com-
pensator varies the stroke of the pump to maintain a set pressure at the pump delivery.
Hand tools.
Oil accumulators charging kit.
Amp meter (clamp type) to measure current absorption.
Portable vibration analyzer to measure motor vibrations.
7.5.9.4 Guidelines:
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7.5.10.1 Purpose
Main purpose of commissioning of ratchet system is to verify:
-the correct operation of ratchet motor
-the control system correct sequencing
-the correct operation of self sequencing control valve
-the actual shaft rotation;
-the engagement of self synchronizing starting clutch
-the ratcheting sequence during turbine cooldown
No tools required.
7.5.10.3 Guidelines:
During these tests the GT shaft and any other shaft connected to it will actually
rotate at very low speed. This requires that any exposed shaft parts, flanges, etc.
shall be protected to prevent any contact of personnel with moving parts. Shafts
uncontrolled rotation might also cause damages to the equipment, for instance
if shipping locking devices have not been removed
Note: Before proceeding with the ratchet system commissioning the lube oil system activities
have to be successfully executed.
The commissioning of ratchet oil system requires the following steps:
1. D.C. power must be available for the ratchet pump motor (88HR-1).
2. The lube oil system shall be already commissioned and operative.
3. Verification of auxiliary side shafts and clutch alignment
4. Adjustment of starting clutch position micro switch
5. Verification of ratchet pump motor start/stop
6. Verification of self-sequencing ratchet control valve correct operation, together
with control system correct sequencing.
7. Verification of shafts actual rotation.
8. Check alarm & trip functions performed by instruments and UCP
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7.5.11.1 Purpose
NOTE: the general guidelines for commissioning gas turbines inlet systems are described by the
document SOM6664411 - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR GAS TUR-
BINE INLET SYSTEMS.
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Static filter media is typically depth-loading media (micro glass fiber for high efficiency ele-
ments). The particles are trapped within the body of the media. This media has a billowy texture,
which allows the particle to penetrate and deposit. With extended use, static filter media will
become laden with particulates from the surrounding ambient. Once the static filter media be-
comes loaded with particulates, it should be replaced with new similar filter media type, as dirty
media will inherently have higher pressure drop which reduces turbine efficiency. The specific
replacement timing will depend upon surrounding environmental conditions, and gas turbine
operational practices. Replacement timing is usually a compromise between machine efficien-
cy, maintenance cost, and required availability (outages).
7.5.11.4 Guidelines:
The commissioning of filter house system requires the following steps:
1. Check alarm & trip functions performed by instruments and UCP
2. Inspect the “clean” side of the filter house and inlet duct and perform a “light test”,
as described by SOM6664411, to identify and eliminate any openings allowing the
air to bypass the filter
3. Perform air inlet system final cleaning before starting the turbine.
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7.5.12.1 Purpose
Main purpose of commissioning of ventilation system is to verify:
-the correct operation of ventilation fans
-the gravity dampers open/close positions when the ventilation fans operate/shut-down
-the enclosure sealing with one-two ventilation fans in operation
-the enclosure pressurization with one-two ventilation fans in operation
-the ventilation fans trip and fire dampers closure when a fire alarm is detected
Clean and cool air is circulated inside GT enclosure in order to remove the heat produced by
the running turbine. The air is extracted by ventilation fans from the clean side of the filter
house and, through several sections of ventilation ducts, it is sent to the enclosure different
zones. The hot air from the enclosure is then discharged to the atmosphere through ventilation
exhaust ducts, whose number and position is calculated to have an optimized air circulation
inside the enclosure.
The ventilation system of the gas turbine enclosure is always in operation when the unit is
working, and it’s stopped a few hours after unit stop. Gas turbine enclosure purging is per-
formed by starting the ventilation fan at the beginning of the starting sequence.
The system is composed with two redundant (selectable main/stand-by) ventilation fans, in-
let/outlet duct dampers and instruments as necessary.
Hand tools.
Proper tools for instruments calibration.
Amp meter (clamp type) to measure current absorption.
Portable vibration analyzer to measure motor vibrations.
7.5.12.4Guidelines:
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7.5.13.1 Purpose
Main purpose of commissioning of cooling and sealing air system is to verify:
-the correct operation of Gas Turbine exhaust frame cooling air blowers
Air blowers are used to provide cool air used for exhaust frame cooling. The blower suction is
taken from clean side of Filter House.
Hand tools.
Amp meter (clamp type) to measure current absorption.
Portable vibration analyzer to measure motor vibrations.
7.5.13.4 Guidelines:
The commissioning of cooling and sealing air system requires the following steps:
1. The electric motors shall be started up and tested, measuring current absorption
and radial vibrations.
2. It will be verified the instrumentation proper functioning.
3. Check alarm & trip functions performed by instruments and UCP
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7.5.14.1 Purpose
Main purpose of commissioning of gas detection system is to verify:
-correct calibration of gas detection sensors
-correct orientation of sampling system (Pitot tube) on ventilation exhaust
-correct installation and alignment for IR sensors inside filter house
-correct activation of alarms, trips and interlocks
The gas detector checks the presence of a selected gas (noxious or dangerous) in atmosphere.
There are three main categories of gas sensor used on BHGE typical installation: Catalytic, Elec-
trochemical and Infrared.
Catalytic and electrochemical sensors are used to detect localized gas leakages, and are mostly
installed inside enclosures and/or close to valves, flanges, fittings, etc. that could be subject to re-
lease the dangerous gas in case of failure. This type of sensor is composed by a sensing head
coupled with a conditioning unit, providing an output signal (usually 4-20 mA) proportional to the
gas concentration. In other (older) versions the sensing head is directly connected to an electron-
ic monitoring unit/rack installed in the Unit Control Panel. In both cases, it is possible to calibrate
the system to measure the gas concentration in a range from 0 to 100% LEL (Lower Explosive
Limit), that is defined as the minimum concentration of a particular combustible gas necessary to
support its combustion in air. This value is, for instance, 5% in case of methane. The system acti-
vates alarm and trip signals when the gas concentration is above a fraction of the explosive limit,
also activating additional actions, such as starting stand-by ventilator.
The above sensors are also used to monitor an entire volume by measuring the gas concentra-
tion in a sample of air extracted from that volume. The sampling can be done:
- using the air velocity with a Pitot tube properly oriented in the air flow (typical for Duct
Mounting sensors),
- The infrared (IR) method of gas detection relies on the IR absorption characteristics of gases
to determine their presence and concentration. IR gas detectors consist of an IR light source
(transmitter) and light detector (receiver) to measure the intensity both at the absorption
wavelength and a non-absorbed wavelength. If gas is present in the optical path, it will affect
the intensity of light transmitted between the light source and the detector. This change in
intensity provides the data for determining that a specific gas, or type of gas is present. This
method works only for gases that can absorb infrared radiation.
- Combustible IR gas detection can take one of two forms: either the point detector or the
open path detector. The first one is used to monitor fixed areas of space, having limited size,
in a similar way as to the catalytic or electrochemical sensors. The open path detector usual-
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ly consists of a separate transmitter and receiver, which monitor much larger areas of space.
Transmitter and receiver have to be optically aligned to see each other in order to work
properly. The typical application of this type of sensor is to monitor the presence of combus-
tible gas in a gas turbine filter house, that has to be monitored to prevent that the turbine in-
gests combustible gas.
7.5.14.4 Guidelines:
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7.5.15.1 Purpose
Most of protection and control instruments installed on the gas turbine are tested during loop
checks, and for them refer to section 7.3.
This section describes the functional test of a few more complex instruments / devices that has
to be managed during commissioning. These are:
-axial compressor antisurge valve
-flame detectors and spark plug on combustion chambers
-automatic drain (false start) pneumatic valves
-the shafts axial displacement probes
Before testing spark plug proper functioning, it’s necessary to verify the absence of explosive
gas.
Testing flame detector with an open flame may be dangerous in case of presence of explosive
gas.
7.5.15.4 Guidelines:
1. It will be verified the functionality of flame detectors, simulating the flame with an
UV torch and confirming correct acquisition of the signal on the HMI.
2. It will be verified the functionality of spark plug and relevant ignition transformer,
removing it from combustion chamber, exciting ignition transformer and verifying
the spark. After the test, the spark plug must be reinstalled, paying attention to
guarantee its correct installing depth, according to the applicable procedure of the
BHGE manual. For reference see also SIC00298.
3. The axial compressor antisurge valve has to be functionally tested using instrument
air temporarily connected to the solenoid valve 20CB. Energizing the solenoid valve,
the antisurge valves shall close as detected by the relevant microswitches, that
may need to be fine-tuned to detect cracked open position.
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4. The automatic drain (false start) pneumatic valves are directly operated by the axial
compressor discharge pressure, that at the end of startup increases up to a value
that causes the pneumatic valves to close. During commissioning it is required to
test these valves with instrument air to confirm correct operation.
5. The shaft axial displacement probes and the relevant monitoring system have to be
tested and, if necessary, adjusted. This shall be done as follows:
a. Move axially the shaft within the entire range allowed by the thrust bearing
b. Measure the travel and set the shaft at mid position
c. Set the monitor reading to zero
d. Repeat step a verifying the correspondence between shaft axial displacement
and monitor reading.
For details refer to the procedure SIC00042
6. Simulated overspeed test (applicable to MK6/MK6e) to be repeated for each
shaft of the gas turbine
a. Connect a frequency generator in parallel to the speed magnetic pick-up
terminals in the field. The signal generator shall be connected to all three speed
probes included in the protection loops (VPRO/PPRO/PPRA). No need to connect
the three probes on control loops.
b. Isolate the fuel gas supply to the gas turbine skid, applying Lock Out Tag Out
(LOTO) procedure
c. Perform logic forcing as required for fuel valves calibration, in order to energize
dump/shutoff valves.
d. Increase signal generator frequency in order to simulate increasing speed (1 Hz
= 1RPM). Signal amplitude can be any value between 1 and 15 Vrms, the
waveform should be sinusoidal (refer to MK6-MK6e manual for speed input
more accurate specification).
e. Verify that dump/shutoff valves are de-energized at trip speed as specified by
job TDCSS
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7.5.16 COMMISSIONING OF FUEL GAS TREATMENT SYSTEM FOR NATURAL & LGP GAS
7.5.16.1 Purpose
Main purpose of commissioning of the fuel gas treatment system for natural & lgp gas is to per-
form:
-final verification of correct installation, calibration and functionality of instruments and devices.
-Leak test
-Verification of control, alarms and trip functions
-First filling of scrubber liquid sump (option: see below)
Fuel gas reaching gas turbine manifold system has to be free from solid and liquid contami-
nants within the limits defined by job specifications (UTILITY CONSUMPTION LIST). For this pur-
pose, the fuel gas has to be treated passing through the Fuel Gas treatment skid for natural &
lgp gas.
The skids, for natural & lgp gas, are composed by two Fuel gas Scrubber filter/separator, each
with a separator portion and a coalescing filter portion. Each filter/separator allows for mainte-
nance without removing gas turbine from service. Separation of solid and liquid contaminates
from the fuel gas is accomplished by inertial separation and filtration.
The lower separation section (first stage) consists of a cyclone bundle where a large percentage
of the incoming liquids and solids are mechanically removed. The intent of this criterion is to en-
sure that the vessel removes as much of the incoming moisture/particles as possible to prevent
clogging of the coalescing filters
The upper separation section (second section) of the filter consists of micro-fiber synthetic ma-
terial coalescing elements, mounted vertically in parallel on support tubes. This arrangement
will ensure that the elements remain above liquid level.
When the fuel gas enters the lower separator portion, large liquid and solid particles are re-
moved by first stage and are collected in a lower sump. The gas then flows through a coalesc-
ing filter element, which filters solid particles and entrained liquids. Liquid droplets pass through
the filter elements, coalescing into larger particles.
The liquid removed by the cartridges is drained to an upper sump.
A high level alarm informs the operator of a high liquid level in the sump.
A manual Ball Valve drains lower sumps with operator action.
A drainage point from upper chamber is present provided with a manual ball valve in case of
high level in the coalescing section
At the bottom of the vessel is also present a manual drain valve 2” for a complete discharge of
the bottom chamber.
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Ensure that the type of drain system connected to the scrubber is suitable for
receiving flammable gas and condensates.
If the above is not confirmed, it might be necessary to pre-fill the scrubber sump
with liquid (such as water) in order to introduce a hydraulic guard preventing di-
rect discharge to an open drain. In case of doubt contact BHGE Headquarter.
NOTE: the quality of the gas reaching the scrubber/filter determines the life of the filter cartridg-
es and the intervals between their replacements. Some preliminary treatment system by Cus-
tomer, upstream of the one supplied by BHGE, is therefore recommended.
Fuel gas scrubber system includes valves, local and transmitters instruments and miscellane-
ous devices.
Prior to perform first pressurization, it shall be confirmed that the mechanical erection of the in-
volved portions of the plant and equipment have been completed, all relevant certification have
been issued, checked and signed by the responsible parties, and are available on request. Spe-
cial attention has to be given to the piping Non Destructive Testing (NDT) certificates and to the
mechanical completion certificates for piping system, assessing proper installation and tighten-
ing of all flanged connections, using the right type of gaskets, etc.
Before pressurizing the system, the involved personnel shall be inducted about the EHS plan in
place, in order to have full knowledge of the activities being performed, the related risks and rel-
evant mitigation / prevention measures.
The rate at which the pressure will be increased / decreased shall be controlled and limited in or-
der not to cause dangerous stress to the piping and to any other system components.
The maximum pressure reached during the test shall never exceed the rating of the system.
7.5.16.5 Guidelines:
It is very important that gas turbine operators always check for fuel gas leaks. At commission-
ing, the entire system shall be pressure tested with nitrogen to identify and eliminates any leak-
ages.
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The commissioning of the fuel gas scrubber/filter system requires the following steps:
a) Installation of blind flanges at skid battery limits.
NOTE: this test can also be performed while leak testing fuel gas piping. In such case,
the above step shall be adapted moving the blind flanges at the end of the involved
piping.
b) Prepare all flanged connections for leakage test, wrapping them with adhesive
tape to be perforated in one point. The hole on the tape can be used later to
identify more easily the flange leakages, that will be concentrated on that point.
c) Pressurization with nitrogen of the skid, verifying leakages through the valves
and from the flanges.
d) Verification of proper operation of the change-over three way valve
e) Check alarm & trip functions performed by instruments and UCP
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7.5.17.3 Guidelines:
1. Check the operation and current absorption of the generator space heaters. Verify
that the generator RTDs are showing actual heating of the generator internals.
2. Perform functional test of jacking oil system, confirming actual shaft lifting by
measurement with a dial indicator. Check and adjust, if required, the pressure
regulator for each bearing. Refer to SIC00054 for additional prescriptions.
3. Check alarm & trip functions performed by instruments and UCP
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7.5.18.1 Purpose
Main purpose of commissioning of the electric generator water cooling system is to verify:
- correct water circulation
The excess heat produced by the electric generator, while in operation, has to be removed in
order to keep the generator temperature below dangerous limits. This is achieved by forced cir-
culation of cooling water, ensured by electric motor driven pumps (not treated here).
Hand tools.
7.5.18.4 Guidelines:
The commissioning of electric generator water cooling system requires the following steps:
1. Suggested: perform pneumatic test of motor heat exchanger(s) to identify
possible internal leaks prior to start water circulation.
2. Start water circulation and verify no leaks are visible.
3. While cooling water is circulating, vent any air from the top vent valve (or tap
point).
4. Confirm that the water is actually circulating
5. Check alarm & trip functions performed by instruments and UCP
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7.5.19.1 Purpose
NOTE: Generator, Generator Control Protection Panel and Generator Excitation Panel precom-
missioning & commissioning are normally executed under OEM Vendor supervision, according to
Vendor’s best practices and procedures. The prescriptions given here shall be used as reference
and guideline.
Warning: Live high voltage may be present during most of the tests. Ensure that a
safety plan is in place, understood and observed at all time.
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The generator protection unit (protection relays) combines in various way the generator electrical
parameters (current, voltage, phase angle, frequency) detected by a number of CTs and VTs in-
stalled on the power bars, on the generator and on the line side, calculating derived parameters
and protecting the generator against various failure modes, as described by the job specification
“PROTECTION SETTING STUDY”.
The heart of the GEP is the Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR), whose function is to regulate the
generator excitation current. The AVR is fed by an AC current generated by a small auxiliary al-
ternator (PNG) mounted on the main generator shaft. The AVR output is a regulated DC current,
feeding the stator coils of the exciter, that is another auxiliary alternator mounted on the main
generator. The exciter rotating armature coils generate an AC current that, after rectification by
a rotating diodes assembly, feeds the main generator field coils, generating power in the stator
windings.
The GCPP and GEP allows the operator to monitor the status of the controlled generator with the
aid of the measuring instruments, the indicating lamps, the signaling and text display, the dis-
plays of protection devices, which are all mounted on the panel front together with switches and
pushbuttons allowing the operator to control and set the generator parameters.
The panel provides interfacing with turbine and auxiliary control systems, plant and electrical
system supervisors.
7.5.19.5 Guidelines:
1. Verification of generator insulation & polarization index
2. Generator Control & Protection Panel (GCPP) and Generator Excitation Panel (GEP)
energization, setup verification and internal functional checks
3. Generator instruments Loop checks and Functional tests
4. Current & Voltage transformers (CT & VT) Loop check
5. CT’s & VT’s acquisition verification through secondary injections
6. Verification of protection relays through secondary injections
7. Check alarm & trip functions performed by instruments and UCP
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The basic function of the system is to send the exhaust gas from turbine to WHRU system or to
by-pass stack. This operation is executed moving a diverter according the position demanded
by the sequence. A sealing system is also provided to guarantee a correct isolation between
the volume purged and the diverter isolated one: in fact, when the diverter is in one of the two
“closed” position (BY-PASS STACK or WHRU) a set of limit switches inform the UCS (SIS part)
about the diverter position and the dedicated sealing system will be activated.
Hand tools.
Proper tools for instruments calibration.
Amp meter (clamp type) to measure current absorption.
Portable vibration analyzer to measure motor vibrations.
7.5.20.4 Guidelines:
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7.5.21.1 Purpose
Amp meter (clamp type) to measure current absorption. Portable vibration analyzer to meas-
ure motor vibrations.
Dial indicators and magnetic bases to verify clutch alignment
7.5.21.4 Guidelines:
1. A.C. power must be available for the diesel engine local panel;
2. A.C. power must be available for cooling fan motor (88KM-1);
3. A.C. power must be available for the starter motor (88DS-1).
4. The tank must be filled with diesel fuel.
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5. b) It will be checked the power supply and current absorption of the cooling fan
motor anticondensation space heater (23KM-1).
6. Verification of starting clutch alignment and calibration of its position feedback mi-
croswitch – see SIC00258 for reference.
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7.5.22.1 Purpose
Main purpose of commissioning of fuel gas system is to verify:
-no leakages from piping flanges
-no leakages through isolation, shutoff, control and vent valves
-the correct operation of fuel gas valves (isolation and vent)
-the control valves position against command
-the SRV complete closure when a control oil dump valve opens
-the VGC complete closure when a control oil dump valve opens
The fuel gas system is designed to deliver fuel gas to the turbine combustion chambers at the
proper pressure and flow rate to meet all the starting, acceleration and load requirements for
gas turbine operation.
The clean fuel gas arriving from fuel gas treatment system (scrubbers, filters, etc.) enters the GT
skid passing through a strainer (“last chance filter”) prior to flowing through the gas valves and
into the gas manifold piping. Upstream of the strainer, an isolation valve and a vent valve is posi-
tioned in order to isolate and completely depressurize the GT enclosure while it’s not running.
Downstream of the strainer, another vent valve is present to be used at start-up to purge cold
fuel gas trapped inside the line (fuel warm-up vent valve). The system includes also a flow meas-
urement device used mainly to detect excessive fuel flow at ignition.
The gas fuel is metered and controlled by the gas valves (Speed Ratio Valve - SRV and Gas Con-
trol Valves –VGC1-2-3) to supply the required flow to the gas turbine combustion system.
7.5.22.4 Guidelines:
It is very important that gas turbine operators always check for fuel gas leaks. At commissioning,
the entire system, up to the last flanges connecting fuel nozzles, shall be pressure tested with ni-
trogen to identify and eliminates any leakages. The fuel nozzles connections will be leak tested in
operation at very low load, during first.
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5. Pressurization with nitrogen of fuel gas system, operating each valve in sequence,
from upstream to downstream, in order to include in different steps all sections of
the system, verifying each time leakages through valves and from flanges.
6. Calibration and functional testing of SRV and VGC.
a. A.C. power must be available for the auxiliary lube oil pump driver (88QA-1).
b. A.C. power must be available for the auxiliary hydraulic oil pump driver (88HQ).
c. LVDT calibration at SRV and VGC1-2-3 full closed position.
d. Servo control loops calibration (actuators stroking)
e. Verification that the valves actual strokes are as per design.
f. Verification of Control Oil ability to drive SRV and VGC1-2-3 to full closed
position in case of trip
7. At the end of test, remove blind flanges and restore all piping connections as per
P&I, then remove the logic forcing at all signals involved during checks and leave
the fuel gas system in ready to start condition.
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7.5.23.1 Purpose
Main purpose of commissioning of liquid fuel selection & filter skid system is to verify:
-the correct operation of valves according to the liquid fuel selected;
The purpose of the skid is to provide liquid fuel to the GT executing a selection between LCO or
diesel by an HMI command.
Hand tools.
7.5.23.4 Guidelines:
1. During the commissioning of liquid fuel selection & filter skid system will be
executed the check on liquid fuel valves.
2. Check alarm & trip functions performed by instruments and UCP
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7.5.24.1 Purpose
Main purpose of commissioning of liquid fuel system is to verify:
-flushing/cleaning of liquid fuel system
-the correct operation of liquid fuel valves
This shut off valve is a fail to close valve, controlled by MKVIeS, to cut off the LF in case of trip and
shutdown (according to shutdown sequence). This valve energizes to open when firing permis-
sive is true.
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7.5.25.1 Purpose
Main purpose of commissioning of liquid drain tank system is to verify:
The purpose of the liquid drain tank is to collect in storage vessel waste fuel oils (LCO and Distil-
late2) coming from Gas Turbine utilizers (filters drains, false start drains, liquid fuel piping, LCO
purge). Drains from gas turbine are sent, by means of funnel connections, to fuel oil header
and subsequently to Liquid Fuel Drain Tank. The Liquid Fuel Drain Tank is equipped with
2x100% pumps (MAIN / AUXILIARY) to discharge wastes to slop oil header.
Hand tools.
Proper tools for instruments calibration.
Amp meter (clamp type) to measure current absorption.
Portable vibration analyzer to measure motor vibrations.
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7.5.26.1 Purpose
Main purpose of commissioning of purge air system is to verify:
-the correct operation of motor;
The scope of the system is to provide air for the auxiliary systems of the turbine.
Hand tools.
Proper tools for instruments calibration.
Amp meter (clamp type) to measure current absorption.
Portable vibration analyzer to measure motor vibrations.
7.5.26.4Guidelines:
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7.5.27.1 Purpose
Main purpose of commissioning of water injection system is to verify:
The water injection system is used to control NOx emissions during operation with liquid fuel
(LCO and Distillate2). The allowable NOx ratio at the turbine exhaust is achieved by the injec-
tion of a certain amount of water flow in the combustion chamber, depending on ambient
temperature, relative humidity and fuel flow.
Water injection system receives water from Customer’s demineralized water supply header
and, after pumping and filtration stages, delivers water at the required pressure and flow rate
to the combustion chamber nozzles. No operation is foreseen with fuel gas nor during fuel
transfers involving gas.
Hand tools.
Proper tools for instruments calibration.
Amp meter (clamp type) to measure current absorption.
Portable vibration analyzer to measure motor vibrations.
7.5.27.4Guidelines:
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7.5.28.1 Purpose
Main purpose of commissioning of a chromatograph metering system is to verify:
-initial system setup
-calibration/validation of the measurement system
-communication with Unit Control System
-instrumentation (gauges, transmitters) and valves functionality.
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Pressure safety valves prevent overpressure on item working at pressure lower than that existing
upstream the pressure control valves.
Gas chromatograph metering system includes valves, local and transmitters instruments and
miscellaneous devices.
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7.5.28.4 Guidelines:
This equipment shall be powered up and commissioned according to supplier manual (it is sug-
gested to have the system commissioned by a supplier representative). The steps below are de-
scribed for reference only.
1. Sample line, carrier and calibration lines pressurization and leak check
2. Carrier and calibration lines purging
3. System power up and setup verification
4. Calibration using reference gas bottles
5. Communication link setup and testing
6. Operational check of fuel gas sampling and analysis
7. Check alarm & trip functions performed by instruments and UCP
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7.5.29.1 Purpose
Main purpose of commissioning of water washing system is to verify:
-the washing solution heater cut out for excessive temperature
-the pump delivery pressure for both on-line/off –line conditions
-the functionality of on-line/off-line regulating valves
-the cleanliness of the piping/tubing lines
-the correct operation of water nozzles on GT inlet bellmouth.
The water washing skid is permanently connected to the gas turbine water wash OFF line or
ON line connection and is controlled through a control station depending on which one has to
be performed. The on-line /off-line washing system is substantially composed of washing tank,
washing pump and electric heater. The heated cleaning solution is delivered, through piping /
flexible hoses, to a number of nozzles installed on the GT inlet bellmouth. Water flow is con-
trolled by two solenoid valves driven by the Unit Control Panel (UCP). During water wash se-
quence, the water and detergent solution is sprayed inside the inlet of the GT axial compresor,
that is rotating at crank speed in case of the off-line wash, or at full operational speed in case
of on-line wash. Water Wash execution is described in Operation & Maintenance manual.
7.5.29.4 Guidelines:
NOTE: as best practice, it is suggested to perform an off-line water wash before starting-up the
turbine. This will ensure best performances while in operation by removing dust, dirt, oily films
etc. that may have been deposited on the axial compressor during extended non-operational
periods.
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7.5.30.1 Purpose
This model of gas turbine is equipped with variable Inlet Guide Vanes (IGV), placed in front of the
axial compressor. These vanes can be moved, all together, to more open or closed positions
changing the axial compressor air flow, optimizing it for all operating conditions of the gas tur-
bine. Particularly, the IGV are kept at max closing position during the initial phase of startup, un-
loading the axial compressor and preventing surge phenomena, then they are driven to partially
open position during acceleration and up to full speed no load, reaching full open position and
full axial compressor air flow at max load conditions.
Each variable vane has a toothed wheel that is engaged with a toothed ring, whose rotation,
driven by a hydraulic cylinder, determines the position of all vanes. The initial setup of the system,
done in the factory, includes the adjustment of the angle position of each vane, the full open and
full closed positions stops of the toothed ring and the verification that the hydraulic cylinder can
drive the ring and, therefore, the vanes within the expected travel. A mechanical indicator is also
calibrated in order to show the IGV angle position.
The position of the hydraulic piston is controlled by a servo control loop composed by a servo-
valve and two LVDTs. The servovalve is a device that directs the hydraulic oil to the cylinder ac-
cording to an electric signal, while the LVDTs are position feedback devices, whose output elec-
tric signal is proportional to the stroke of the cylinder and, therefore, to the angular position of
the IGV.
The algorithms implemented in the UCS software calculate the required position (setpoint) of the
IGV, generating an electrical signal that is sent to the servovalve, changing the actuator position
until the feedback from the LVDT is equal to the setpoint.
7.5.30.4 Guidelines:
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5. Verification that the IGV angle position is as per design when fully open / fully
closed, using IGV external dial indicator as reference.
6. Check alarm & trip functions performed by instruments and UCP
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7.5.31.1 Purpose
The Crank tests are performed as the final step of commissioning of the Gas Turbine, setting as
much as possible all auxiliaries as for normal operation, usually just before proceeding to the
test in FIRE mode.
The main objectives of these tests are:
7.5.31.2 Guidelines:
Prior to execute the following steps with an operational Gas Turbine, confirm
that all EHS risks connected with this phase have been evaluated and proper-
ly addressed by an EHS plan, that shall be known and strictly observed by all
parties involved in these operations.
Prior to execute first start-up ensure that Red Flag Review 3rd milestone
(TG3 –Green Light) have been successfully executed.
During all tests never exceeds max running time of the starting system, par-
ticularly at acceleration speed (refer to supplier manual).
1. Set Gas Turbine auxiliaries in operational conditions, removing LOTO as per appli-
cable EHS procedure
3. Start the Gas Turbine and stop it at a few hundreds RPM. During coast down, lis-
ten for rubbing noises in the turbine compartment. In case, do not proceed to fur-
ther startup prior to having understood the cause of the abnormal noise.
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5. At Crank speed, after Hydraulic Oil pressure adjustment, perform servo calibra-
tion (see relevant sections)
NOTE: in case a water wash is actually performed, this shall be planned in order to be followed
by a fired start in no longer than 24 hours. This is required to properly dry the Gas Turbine.
For additional prescriptions, refer to supplier manual and SQCL Commisisoning SOI0002894
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8 START-UP OPERATION
Prior to execute first start-up ensure that Red Flag Review 3rd milestone (TG3 –
Green Light) have been successfully executed.
8.1 FOREWORD
For evaluation of specific risks, typical for duties carried out by personnel during Start-Up activity,
indications for prevention and protection operative measures and modes, PPE to be used, refer to
BHGE’s EHS Manual and to Job Safety Analysis (JSA).
Refer to section 2 (Safety Prescription) of this manual for detailed instructions about Job Safety
Analysis (JSA).
Warning: Before starting the operations described in this section (8) refer
to the relevant “Job Safety Analysis” (JSA): JSA045
The personnel entrusted with the operation of BHGE products shall have the nec-
essary technical characteristics and suitable technical training for the task it has
to accomplish. Any damage, even partial, ascribable to failure to comply with
aforesaid essential characteristics shall be attributable to the purchaser and
BHGE will be discharged of any liability and indemnification thereof.
These instructions describe the procedure for the operation of the machine.
These activities are described on Site Quality Start-up Check List:
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The instructions are supplied as a guide and do not necessarily include the required elements for
every possible condition variation that could take place during operation. Therefore, slightly dif-
ferent procedures may be used to deal with particular conditions.
Regardless of the procedure used only qualified and experienced personnel shall be entrusted
with this task.
Any injury or damage resulting from off design or improper operation, negligent
procedure and maintenance deficiency or effect of corrosion, erosion, deposit of
scale and wear and tear are excluded from BHGE warranty.
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Before performing any operation, a general check of safety conditions must be carried out; such
inspection must follow instructions given herein after.
Any actual or potential risk must be removed, before any operation.
Preliminary inspection must be carried out as follows:
Before starting the equipment it is necessary to be familiar with its operational limits. This means
to be aware of the maximum / minimum acceptable values for all the physical parameters that
are measured by the instruments installed on the equipment.
In general, the Unit Control System monitors these parameters and provides automatic protec-
tion in case of abnormal behavior, preventing any damage of the equipment. In most cases, the
effectiveness of the protection functions has been confirmed during commissioning, making first
Startup a relatively safe operation. However, some of these protection functions cannot be effec-
tively and fully tested during commissioning, without actually running the equipment. For this
reasons the Startup team has to be aware of the operational limits, and shall continuously moni-
tor the equipment’s parameters in order to be able to abort the tests in case some of them ap-
proaches dangerous conditions.
In normal conditions, the equipment parameters should remain all time below the alarm level de-
fined by job design documents (mainly by Instruments List). However, during first startups and
first periods of operation, particularly during transients, some parameter may reach and stay
above alarm level for a limited period of time, decreasing below alarm level after stabilization.
These phenomena are usually caused by the long period of inactivity of the equipment after
manufacturing and testing (e.g: rotor bowing due to horizontal storage may cause high vibra-
tions). In some other cases, some operational conditions might need to be adjusted/optimized, for
instance changing process settings, tuning control systems constants, stabilizing control loops,
etc.
It is not acceptable to operate the equipment with parameters above trip levels,
whose values shall never be changed unless this is authorized by BHGE.
For reference, the following sections describe some of the main operational parameters to be
monitored.
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Refer to the TURBINE DATA FOR CONTROL SYSTEM SETTING for actual exhaust temperature
control settings.
It is important to define a “base line value” for the exhaust temperature spread for future data
comparison. This base line data is established during steady-state operation in each of the fol-
lowing situations:
Note that is not necessarily the magnitude of the spread that is important for evaluating ex-
haust temperature spreads, but the change in spread over a period of time. Accurate daily re-
cording and plotting of exhaust temperatures can give early warning of a developing problem.
The absolute maximum value of Turbine wheelspace temperatures permissible during opera-
tion.
The thermocouples, together with their nomenclatures, are shown on the Field Instrument List.
The wheelspace temperature readings should be the average for at least two thermocouples lo-
cated nearly diametrically opposite each other in the wheelspace. If there is a good reason to
doubt the reading, it should be rejected. A reading from another thermocouple should be taken
(if more than two thermocouples are installed). The faulty thermocouple should be replaced as
soon as possible.
When the average temperature in any wheelspace is higher than the temperature limit defined
above, it indicates a problem. High wheelspace temperature may be caused by any of the fol-
lowing faults:
Check wheelspace temperatures very carefully at initial start up. If they are consistently high,
and a check of the external cooling air circuits reveals no problems, it is permissible to slightly
increase the size of the cooling air orifices. Consult BHGE Headquarter and obtain its recom-
mendations regarding the increase in the size of an orifice.
Following a turbine overhaul, all orifices should be restored to their original size, ensuring that all
the turbine clearances are returned to normal and all leakage paths are corrected.
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NOTE
The first stage turbine forward wheelspace is cooled by compressor discharge air which leaks
past the compressor high pressure air seal.
This air is channeled internally to the wheelspace through the annular cavity formed by the in-
ner barrel of the discharge casing and the turbine rotor distance piece. There are no orifices to
control the air flow.
Refer to the Schematic Piping Diagram and Field Instruments List for actual pressure transmit-
ters settings.
Lube oil pressure in the bearing feed header has a nominal value of 1.75 kg/cm2 G. The turbine
will trip at 0.82 kg/cm2 G.
Pressure variations between these values will result from particulate matter entrapped within
the lube oil filtering system.
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During Operation, Exhaust temperatures are monitored by the turbine control system. The tem-
perature spread is compared to allowable spreads with alarms resulting if the allowable spread
limits are exceeded.
NOTE: Sudden emission of black smoke from gas turbine units may indicate serious combustion
difficulties. If black smoke develops. The unit should be immediately removed from op-
eration, and a combustion inspection performed.
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If there is an emergency shutdown and the turbine is not turned with the ratchet, the following
factors could be noted:
c. If the unit has been shut down and not turned at all, it must be shut down
for approximately 24 hours before it can be restarted without danger of
shaft bow.
If the cooldown operation hasn’t been performed after shutdown and a restart is
attempted, the operator should maintain a constant check on vibration velocity
as the unit is brought up to its rated speed.
If the vibration velocity exceeds 25,4 mm per second at any speed, the unit
should be shut down and turned with the ratchet for at least one hour before a
second starting attempt is made. If seizure occurs during the ratchet operation
of the gas turbine, the turbine should be shut down and remain idle for at least
30 hours, or until the rotor is free. The turbine may be turned at any time during
the 30-hour period if it is free; however, audible checks should be made for rubs.
NOTE: The vibration velocity must be measured at points near the gas turbine bearing caps.
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Standby AC power is required to ensure the immediate start up capability of particular turbine
equipment and related control systems, when the start signal is given. Functions identified by an
asterisk are also necessary for unit protection and should not be turned off except in the case of
maintenance work on that particular function:
a. In case of low ambient temperatures, heat up and circulate turbine lube oil, in order to main-
tain proper oil viscosity.
a. Check that all piping and turbine connections are securely fastened and that all blinds have
been removed. Most tube fittings incorporate a stop collar which ensures proper torqueing of the
fittings at initial fitting installation and at reassembly. These collars fit between the body of the fit-
ting and the nut, ensuring contact is maintained when tightening the fitting. The stop collar is
similar to a washer and can be rotated freely on unassembled fittings. During initial assembly of a
fitting with stop collar, tighten the nut until the collar cannot be rotated by hand. This is the check
for a proper fitting, the nut should be tightened until the collar cannot be rotated.
b. Inlet and exhaust plenums and associated ducts are clean and free of any foreign objects. All
access doors are secured.
c. Where fuel, air or lube oil filters have been replaced, check that all covers are intact and tight.
d. Verify that the lube oil tank is within the operating level and if the tank has been drained that it
has been refilled with the recommended quality and quantity of lube oil. If lube oil flushing has
been carried out verify that all filters have been replaced and any blinds used have been re-
moved.
e. Check the operation of auxiliary and emergency equipment, such as lube oil pumps, water
pumps, etc. Check for signs of leakage, abnormal vibration, noise or overheating.
f. Check the lube oil piping for signs of leakage. Using the oil flow sights provided, check visually
that the oil is flowing from the bearing drains. The turbine should not be started unless flow is vis-
ible at each flow sight.
g. Check the condition of all thermocouples on the HMI. Readings should be at approximately
ambient temperature.
h. Check spark plugs for proper arcing.
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WARNING
DO NOT TEST SPARK PLUGS WHERE EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE IS PRESENT.
If the arc occurs anywhere other than directly across the gap at the tips of the electrodes or if, by
blowing on the arc, it can be moved from this point, the plug should be cleaned and the tip clear-
ance adjusted or if necessary, replaced.
i. Devices requiring manual lubrication must be properly serviced.
j. Check that the cooling system has been properly flushed and filled with the recommended
coolant. Any fine powdery rust, which may form in the piping during short time exposure to the
atmosphere, can be tolerated. If there is evidence of scaly rust, the cooling system should be
power flushed until all scale is removed.
If the use of a chemical cleaner is required, most car cooling system cleaners are acceptable and
will not damage the carbon and rubber parts of the pump mechanical seals or rubber parts in the
piping.
k. At this point any grounding faults found should be cleared. It is advisable not to operate the
units when a grounding fault is indicated. Immediate action should be taken to locate all grounds
and correct the problems.
The entire train will be started and operated in Normal Load arrangement, exploring various pro-
duction conditions; all equipment, machines and auxiliaries shall be functional and in service; in
case some limited portion of the scope of supply cannot be operated, or some running condition
cannot be explored, the relevant tests shall be completed prior to final Hand Over.
Impact to/from Customer Process/Plant shall be managed as a coordinated effort.
NOTE: Unit Integration and impact on/from Customer process have to be evalu-
ated at site. Integrated test plan shall be agreed with customer prior to startup.
WARNING
This cleaning run requires a preparation prior to first startup
The IBH line must always be cleaned before the Gas Turbine is operated, in order to avoid that
any debris present in the line after fabrication at site may enter into the gas turbine suction and
damage the axial compressor. Also, the VA20-1 control valve may be damaged if the dirt is not
removed before it is put in operation.
The cleaning is executed by removing the VA20-1 valve and installing a spool with an orifice at its
place. Downstream of the IBH line, upstream of the IBH manifold of the filter house, a strainer has
to be installed to block the dirt. The cleaning is executed during gas turbine first fired start-up,
running for 5 minutes at FSNL, allowing the axial compressor air to blow the IBH line through the
spool/orifice and the strainer. The cleanliness acceptability condition is achieved when no dirt is
visible on the strainer at the end of the cleaning.
The size of the spool/orifice and the strainer are function of the gas turbine model/size.
For reference see RIC8954760
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