Gas Turbine Operation

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OPERATION
OPERATION PRINCIPLE
1. INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................................... 2
2. RECORD OF EVENTS ........................................................................................................... 2
2.1. DATE, TIME AND METERS ................................................................................................ 3
2.2. OPERATION PHASES ........................................................................................................ 3
2.3. ALARMS AND TRIPS .......................................................................................................... 4
2.4. SPECIAL NOTES AND ABNORMALITIES.......................................................................... 4
2.5. INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................. 4
2.6. PARAMETER READOUTS.................................................................................................. 4
3. KEEP ORIGINAL STATE........................................................................................................ 4
3.1. CLEANLINESS OF THE EQUIPMENT................................................................................ 4
3.2. FLUID LEVELS .................................................................................................................... 5
3.3. CONDITION OF FILTERS ................................................................................................... 5
3.4. INSTRUMENTATION .......................................................................................................... 5
3.5. BEHAVIOR CHANGE .......................................................................................................... 5
3.6. LIGHTING AND SIGNALING............................................................................................... 6
4. PARAMETERS READ OUT AND ANALYSIS......................................................................... 6
4.1. PARAMETER READOUTS.................................................................................................. 6
4.2. ANALYSIS OF THE PARAMETERS ................................................................................... 7
4.3. VIBRATION READOUTS..................................................................................................... 9
4.4. ANALYSIS ........................................................................................................................... 9
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1. INTRODUCTION
Operating the gas turbine is mainly through the Human-Machine Interface (HMI) using the
command and automatic sequences like :
x Barring or ratcheting
x Cranking
x Normal starting
x Synchronizing
x Loading
x Water injection
x Washing
x Normal shut down
x Etc.
As a supplement of the above, the operating crew shall organize a working structure to :
x Record the events
x Keep the original state
x Monitor the parameters
The experience acquired during daily operation of the installation will enable the operating
staff to further supplement and refine the operation principle described below.
Refer also to GER 3620 : Operation and maintenance consideration.
2. RECORD OF EVENTS
It is important to record all the events from the very first time of operation to built up the
history of operation for the gas turbine. This will facilitate trouble shooting, event analysis
and can be an appreciable support for preventive maintenance scheduling.
The events may be recorded manually or automatically, on paper or on data carrier. The
wealth of information that these records represents for operation and maintenance will
become apparent during their use.
Main events to be recorded are :
x Date, time and meters.
x Operation phases.
x Alarms and trips.
x Special notes.
x Instructions.
x Parameter readouts.

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2.1. DATE, TIME AND METERS
Relevant data :
x Date of the day.
x Time of the operation: start-up, synchronizing, shutdown…
x Daily meter readouts: number of start-ups, number of ignitions, number of
emergency shutdowns…, number of flame hours according to the fuel used…
x Climatic conditions :
- External ambient temperature.
- External atmospheric pressure.
x Weather conditions :
- Wind, rain, storm, snow, frost, humidity...
2.2. OPERATION PHASES

x Start-up :
- State of liquids: level readouts, e.g. fuel oil tank; readout of flow meters…
- State of alarms.
- State of LOTO removals.
- Meter readings before and after start-up: flame hours, number of start-ups,
number of trips…
- Reason of start-up: power generation, compressor wash…
- Type of fuel at start-up.
- Time of start-up command.
- Time of ignition
- Time of starting means disconnecting or stopping
- Time of reaching nominal speed.
- Time of synchronizing
x Operation :
- Change in base load/peak load operation - average power output.
- Gas - fuel oil (for multi-fuel turbines) or domestic fuel - heavy fuel transfers.
x Shutdown :
- Meter readings before and after shutdown.
- Time of shutdown command.
- Time of opening of the generator circuit breaker.
- Time of loss of the flames.
- Time of starting of the turning phase for cooling down.
- Protections and interlocksundertaken
- Time of stopping of the turning gear (at least 24 hours after gas turbine shut
down).
x Standby, safety measures taken.
x Unavailability for works :
- Type of works.
- LOTO reference.

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2.3. ALARMS AND TRIPS

x Time of occurrence of alarms/trips.
x Chronological occurrence of alarms: the automatic readouts of the control systems
(history) are useful aids for incident analysis.
x Summary of the intervention carried out.
x Measures taken prior to restart the turbine.
2.4. SPECIAL NOTES AND ABNORMALITIES
Any machine behavior that is considered abnormal or unusual: vibrations, noise, defective
instrumentation etc...
2.5. INSTRUCTIONS
x General operating instructions.
x Provisional instructions specific to each unit, with exact date and duration
x Restrictions of use.
x Specific shift-change instructions.
2.6. PARAMETER READOUTS
Parameters of the turbo-generator set are : pressures, temperatures, vibrations, analog

and digital control values etc.
These values must be recorded cyclically, at steady state, either manually or
automatically, to demonstrate the proper operation of the systems.
3. KEEP ORIGINAL STATE
Periodical visit and inspection, while the gas turbine is operating or during short standby
periods, shall be included in the daily task of the operator. Those task are not part of
preventive maintenance activities like combustion inspection, hot gas path inspection or
major inspection.
x Keeping the original state of the installation includes the following :
x Cleanliness of equipment
x Fluid levels
x Condition of filters
x Instrumentation
x Behavior change
x Lighting and signaling
3.1. CLEANLINESS OF THE EQUIPMENT
The cleanliness of the equipment allows to :

x Easily detect possible leaks.
x Limit the propagation of fire caused by leaks or dirt deposits.

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x Preserve the efficiency of the plant’s refrigeration, filtration and ventilation

systems.
x Ensure the safety of the operating staff during inspection rounds and maintenance.
3.2. FLUID LEVELS
Although certain levels are monitored automatically, it is nevertheless advisable to check

the proper functioning by a visual inspection. The main levels are related to:
x The lube oil in the tank.
x The turbine and possibly generator cooling water tank.
x The electrolyte in the batteries
x The oil of the circuit breakers
x The fuel in the tanks
x Absence of any condensates
x Oil, water and fuel of the starting motor or the standby diesel generator
x Dielectric of the transformers and color of the colored granules of the desiccant
Note: An abnormal level increase may be due to pollution by another fluid, a significant
decrease may be due to a leak.
In both cases appropriate action must be initiated as quickly as possible.
3.3. CONDITION OF FILTERS
Regular monitoring of the filters for pressure drop allows a schedule to be drawn up for
appropriate replacement of the cartridges. The main filters are located on the following
circuits :
x Lube oil.
x High pressure oil and control oil
x Gas fuel, liquid fuel, atomizing air
x Starting diesel or standby diesel generator lubricating oil and air filter
x Turbine air intake.
3.4. INSTRUMENTATION
Rapid identification of an instrumentation defect or fault allows the fault to be brought

under control and appropriate corrective action to be implemented.
The instrumentation relates to all checks and measurements of physical parameters :
x Pressure, temperature, flow rate…
x Vibration, valve position…
3.5. BEHAVIOR CHANGE
Behavior change can be identified by noise level intensity change, vibration increase, due
to : ball bearing, flow inlet condition, output condition, flow rate, etc.

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3.6. LIGHTING AND SIGNALING
Lighting lamps and signaling devices such as alarms or motor status indicators must be
operational at all times. Rapid replacement of defective bulbs is part of compliance with
the operating regulations.
4. PARAMETERS READ OUT AND ANALYSIS
In order to maintain the performances and the reliability of the gas turbine, the operating
parameters must be read out and analyzed. This information, which is available on the
control screens or on site, can be divided into two families: the operating parameters and
the vibration readouts.
The readouts are performed manually or automatically with a frequency that depends on
the operational requirements. The following frequency is recommended:
x For the operating parameters: 1 to 4 readouts every 24 hours.
x For the vibration readouts: 1 to 4 readouts per month.
4.1. PARAMETER READOUTS
One method for reading out the parameters consists in classifying them into the following
categories :
x Performances
Active power, reactive power, generator voltage, generator current, excitation
voltage and current, ambient temperature, atmospheric pressure, pressure drop of
air filter etc…
x Generator temperatures
All generator temperatures: hot air, cold air, stator bars, return oil of bearings etc...
x Compressor temperatures and turbine cooling
Inlet temperature (CTIF), outlet temperature (CTDA), wheel space temperatures
(TTWS), tunnel temperature (TTIB).
x Turbine exhaust temperatures
TTXD, average temperature TTXM.
x Turbine and auxiliaries fluid pressures and levels

Turbine fluid pressures, differential pressures of filters and filter in service in case
of duplicated elements, and levels of systems : lube oil, high pressure oil,
atomization air, cooling water, compressor outlet (CPD), liquid fuel supply,
injectors, gas supply, inter-valve, injection water, etc…
x Turbine and auxiliaries temperatures
Turbine fluid temperatures: lube oil in tank and collector (LTTH, LTOT), return oil
of bearings, atomization air, cooling water, compressor outlet (CPD), liquid fuel,
gas, injection water, etc…
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x Shaft line vibration

Shaft line vibration values indicated by the control system.
x Turbine control
Turbine control signal (FSR), position of gas valves (VSR – VGC) or fuel oil flow
control valve, etc…
x Start-up and shutdown
Start-up time, shutdown time.
For gas turbines type 6000B : turbine speed at which the electric starting motor
stops or the diesel motor goes into idling speed.
x External environment
Battery charger current and voltage, main transformer temperature and oil level,
etc…
4.2. ANALYSIS OF THE PARAMETERS
The parameter readouts taken during the first commissioning period serve as reference.
All subsequent readouts will be compared against the original readouts.
x Performances
The power output of the gas turbine varies with changes in the atmospheric
conditions. The analysis must be based on measurements carried out at full load
with temperature control (base load). The performances of the machine must
therefore be corrected prior to any comparison. A decrease in active power is
generally linked to fouling of the compressor. An ON line or OFF line water wash
allows to recover the largest part of the kilowatts. Air inlet filter pressure drop also
reduces the machine performance. The filter element replacement frequency
primarily depends on the air quality of the site.
x Generator temperatures
Refer to the generator volume.
x Compressor temperatures and turbine cooling
The cooling temperatures must not exceed the limit values and two thermocouples
located in the same zone must have similar temperature values; example: zone
after second wheel: the difference between thermocouples TTWS 2A0-1 and
TTWS 2AO-2 must be less than 75°C.
In the event of a fault, check the measuring loop and implement the appropriate
corrective action.
x Turbine exhaust temperatures
The exhaust temperature is limited by the control system as a function of the
compression ratio of the axial compressor.

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Any drift of the measurement system or control system must be analyzed and
corrected as soon as possible.
The exhaust temperature measurement is performed by several thermocouples

mounted on the circumference of the exhaust and in the same measuring plane.
A major temperature difference between the exhaust thermocouples indicates a

fault in the measuring loop or a combustion fault and must be analyzed and
corrected as soon as possible.
x Turbine and auxiliaries fluid pressures and levels

The pressure values often provide an indication of the proper functioning of the
systems. Regular monitoring of the differential pressures of the filters allows to
identify the fouling condition of the cartridges and to schedule the replacement
intervals.
If the turbine runs on liquid fuel oil, the nozzle pressure of each chamber at the
outlet of the flow divider can be read out. The maximum permissible pressure
difference between these pressures is 10% of the median value. If the difference
exceeds this value, the machine must be shut down and the difference corrected
before it is restarted.
x Turbine and auxiliaries temperatures
Like the pressures, the temperatures reflect the proper functioning of the systems.
Sometimes it is also necessary to monitor temperature differences between inlet
and outlet; example: difference between oil supply and oil drain at bearings.
x Shaft line vibration
The vibration values read out after the first run-ups of the turbo-generator set
represent the vibration signature of the shaft line. This signature is machine-
specific.
The vibration values must be compared against the vibration signature.

x Turbine control
The analysis of the control parameters allows to highlight system drifts.
The following relationships must be checked :

- Exhaust temperature versus compression ratio.
- Position of gas and/or liquid valves versus turbine control signal (FSR).
- Inter-valve gas pressure versus turbine speed during the start-up phases.
- Rotating speed of flow divider (FQL) versus turbine control signal (FSR) during
operation on liquid fuel.
The control constants of the gas turbine are given in the document “control specification” .
x start-up
The parameters listed below allow to confirm the proper functioning of the starting
system and its operating conditions by comparing them against the original
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- Turbine speed (TNH), control signal (FSR) and exhaust temperature (TTXM) as
a function of the start-up time.
- Start-up time. The start-up time must always be timed with respect to the same
conditions; example: from the start command when the machine is turning until
the 100% speed level.
x Shut down
Measurement of the shutdown time allows to validate the rotating conditions of the
shaft line. The timing must also be performed under the same conditions; example:
from 99% speed level until activation of the turning gear.
x External environment
For analysis of the environmental parameters of the gas turbine, reference shall be
made to the documents of the manufacturers.
4.3. VIBRATION READOUTS
The vibration measurements discussed in this chapter are carried out with a portable
device. The measuring schedule may be monthly or bimonthly. It is important to specify
the following:
x The type of value measured: displacement or speed.
x The units : µm or mm/s.
x The amplitude: single or double.
The readouts are related to the following auxiliaries: motor pump units, motor fans,
auxiliary gearbox. Vibration displacement measurements on lifting trunions or on the
bases of the different modules provide information on the strength of the anchorages in
the civil engineering structures.
It is advisable to mark the exact location of the measurements on the equipment to allow
the results to be compared in time (for instance, by applying paint marks).
To characterize the vibration, it is preferable to make 3 measurements in the same plane:
x Along the vertical axis, (V : vertical).
x Along the horizontal axis parallel to the axis of rotation, (A : axial or L :
longitudinal).
x Along the horizontal axis perpendicular to the axis of rotation. (H : horizontal or
T : transverse).
4.4. ANALYSIS
Increased vibrations are often an indication of degradation of the rotating parts of the
machine, of their attachments or of their alignment.
Refer to the supplier documents for the acceptable limits and the corrective actions.
In certain cases the vibration frequency and phase values need to be measured to allow
for a more precise diagnostic.

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OPERATION SEQUENCES
1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................. 2
1.1. FOREWORD........................................................................................................................ 2
1.2. OPERATING SEQUENCES ................................................................................................ 2
1.3. SCREEN SHOTS................................................................................................................. 2
2. OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY.......................................................................................... 3
3. TURNING GEAR OPERATION (COOLDOWN CONTROL) ............................................... 3
3.1. INITIAL CONDITIONS ......................................................................................................... 3
3.2. SEQUENCES ...................................................................................................................... 4
3.3. FINAL CONDITIONS ........................................................................................................... 5
4. NORMAL START-UP .......................................................................................................... 6
4.2. SEQUENCES ...................................................................................................................... 7
5. SYNCHRONIZING............................................................................................................. 10
5.1. INITIAL CONDITIONS ....................................................................................................... 10
5.2. SEQUENCES .................................................................................................................... 11
5.3. FINAL CONDITIONS ......................................................................................................... 11
6. LOAD PICK UP ................................................................................................................. 12
6.2. SEQUENCES .................................................................................................................... 13
7. LEAD / LAG MOTORS...................................................................................................... 14
7.2. SEQUENCES .................................................................................................................... 14
8. NORMAL SHUTDOWN ..................................................................................................... 16
8.2. SEQUENCES .................................................................................................................... 16
9. EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN.............................................................................................. 17
9.2. SEQUENCES .................................................................................................................... 17
10. ON-LINE COMPRESSOR WASH ..................................................................................... 18
10.2. SEQUENCES .................................................................................................................... 18
11. OFF-LINE COMPRESSOR WASH.................................................................................... 20
11.2. SEQUENCES .................................................................................................................... 21

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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. FOREWORD
After on-site installation, the first commissioning of the gas turbine is carried out with the
participation of General Electric Engineers and according to the specific commissioning
procedures.
The present document, which relates to the operation of the gas turbine, only addresses
the normal operating procedures.
Each technical intervention on the gas turbine must be backed up by a work permit.
Strict adherence to the work permit procedures guarantees the safety of the personnel as
well as observance of the initial functional configuration of equipments.
1.2. OPERATING SEQUENCES
The sequences described in the tables below include initial conditions, sequences and
final conditions. The sequences are represented in four columns:
x The first column, titled Input, lists the manually initiated actions and significant
thresholds in sequences execution
x The second column describes the main events
x The third column, titled Output, lists the principal motors
x The last column, title Status, specifies the status of the relevant component or
sequence:
¾ 0 means that the motor stops
¾ 1 means that the motor runs
¾ 2min means that the sequence lasts 2 minutes
1.3. SCREEN SHOTS
The screen shots included in this document are carried out without equipment of control
connected to the gas turbine. The posted physical values are thus not representative of
operating parameters.
Example: -18°C for the exhaust temperature.
These sights only facilitate the understanding of the text.

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2. OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY
The operator is a person, authorized by his employer, who is familiar with the operation
of a turbo-generator used for electrical power generation.
His role consists in conducting the installation in accordance with the relevant
operational, system and personal safety procedures.
3. TURNING GEAR OPERATION (COOLDOWN CONTROL)
3.1. INITIAL CONDITIONS

This operation consists of starting the shaft turning gear after a complete shutdown of the
gas turbine.
The initial conditions are as follows:
x No works in progress on the gas turbine, no work permit opened
x Shaft at complete standstill
x Control cabinets energized and operational
x Power equipment available and operational
x Fluids available with the correct levels
x No unjustified alarms
x Fire detection and protection are operational
x Availability of fuel is not required if the machine is not to be fired.

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3.2. SEQUENCES

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Input Description Output State

Cooldown
The cooldown is selected.
Control : On
The visual alarms on the turbine compartment blink to Blinking
Start command
indicate the imminent start-up of the gas turbine. duration
The selected auxiliary oil pump starts, the oil pressure
88QA 1
builds up.
Start up of the mist eliminator fan. 88QV 1
The lube oil compartment ventilation starts 88BL 1
The GT bearing number 2 ventilation starts 88BN 1
The turning gear motor starts. 88TG 1
The shaft starts, the "zero speed" signal detects the
14HR
start of rotation.
3.3. FINAL CONDITIONS
The shaft line rotates at low speed and the gas turbine is available for start-up.
Deselecting the turning gear sequence will stop the shaft line rotation if the turbine is
cold.

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4. NORMAL START-UP

This operation consists in starting up the gas turbine from standstill or from turning gear
speed to nominal speed.
x No works in progress on the gas turbine, no work permit opened.
x Shaft line at standstill or at turning gear speed.
x No alarm on the control cabinets.
x Fire detection and protection operational.
x Control cabinets energized and operational.
x Power equipment available and operational.
x Fluids available with the correct levels.
x Fuel available.
x Start-up permissives (green status)
x Power grid available if the machine is started up for electrical power supply.
If the shaft is already turning, following the start command, the starting frequency
converter starts, the turning motor stops and the sequence proceeds as described below.
When the gas turbine has been at standstill for more than two days without barring, it is
recommended to start the auxiliaries first and keep the machine at turning speed for few
minutes, as described in the above chapter “cool down control”. After few minutes
running, the normal start up sequence may be initiated.

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4.2. SEQUENCES

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Mode select :
The automatic mode is selected.
Auto
Master control : The visual alarms of the turbine compartment blink to indicate Blinking
Start the imminent start. duration
Start up of the selected main oil pump, pressure builds up. 88QA 1
The emergency lube oil pump proceed to test sequence 88QE 1/0
The turbine compartment ventilation proceed to test
88BT 1/0
sequence
The turbine compartment ventilation is running 88BT 1
The gas compartment ventilation proceed to test sequence 88VL 1/0
The gas compartment ventilation is running 88VL 1
The oil mist eliminator fan starts. 88QV 1
Start up of the high pressure oil pump. 88HQ 1
The lube oil compartment cooling fan is running. 88BL 1
The GT bearing number 2 ventilation starts 88BN 1
The turning gear motor start up. 88TG 1
The shaft line breaks away, the "zero speed" signal detects
14HR
the rotation.

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Start up of starting frequency converter. SFC 1
14HM The shaft line speed reaches the minimum speed threshold.
The turning gear motor stop. 88TG 0
The ventilation of the load compartment is active. 88VG 1
The turbine speed reaches purge speed.
The exhaust duct purge cycle is activated 12 min
The turbine speed drop down to firing speed.
The firing sequence is enabled.
The ignition transformers are energized.
The fuel valves open.
The presence of flame is detected in the combustion
28FD
chambers.
After firing, the fuel flow is maintained to its warm up value for
1 min
1 minute.
The fuel flow increases gradually to accelerate the shaft line.
14HA The "acceleration" speed threshold is reached.
14HC The self sustaining speed threshold is reached.
The starting frequency converter stops. SFC 0
14HS Start up of the exhaust frame cooling blower. 88TK 1
The generator is energized.
The turbine reaches its rated speed.
The compressor bleed valves close.
Lubrication of the shaft line is ensured by one of the two AC lube oil pump.
Gas turbine is at nominal speed, generator excited at nominal voltage, turbo-generator
set ready to be synchronized to the grid for electrical power supply.

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5. SYNCHRONIZING

This operation consists in synchronizing the turbo-generator set to the grid for electrical
power generation.

x Turbine at nominal speed.
x Generator excited at nominal voltage.
x Grid available.
The sequence described below corresponds to an automatic operation.
Manual synchronizing is allowed if the following conditions are fulfilled:

x Identical generator and grid voltages.
x Identical generator and grid frequencies.
x Identical phase.
Manual operation is the responsibility of the operator. Automatic synchronizing process is
to be preferred.
RESYNC push button has the same function as automatic synchronizing. It must be used
to allow automatic re-synchronizing.

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5.2. SEQUENCES

Sync Control : The speedtronic adjust the speed of the unit and the
AUTO SYNC generator voltage.
The generator circuit breaker closes automatically.
Unit reach spinning reserve load.

Turbo-generator set is operational to produce full electrical power supply.
Generator voltage can be adjusted manually to satisfy the reactive power conditions.

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6. LOAD PICK UP

This operation consists in adjusting the active power.

x Turbo-generator set synchronized to the grid.
x Grid available for loading.
The operator can choose one of the following loading modes:
Preselect: the load reaches a preselected power according to a loading slope defined by
the Speedtronic.
Base: the load increase until the base load is reached according to a loading slope
defined by the Speedtronic.
Action on + / - Speed push buttons cancels Base mode selection.
External Load: The load follows the external load command given by remote operation
according to a loading slope defined by the Speedtronic.
Action on + / - Speed push buttons cancels External mode selection.
Manual: Action on + / - Speed push buttons allows the operator to adjust the load.
The operator can choose one of the following generator modes:

Voltage Ctrl: Automatic voltage control by generator control.
PF: Automatic Power factor control according to setpoint selected by the operator.
VAR: Automatic Reactive Power control according to setpoint selected by the operator

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6.2. SEQUENCES

The set generates the power required by the operator.

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7. LEAD / LAG MOTORS
Some motors and associated driven components like pumps, fans, boosters, are
redundant and running in a lead/lag philosophy which means that the operating motor is
the “lead” motor, the other been in standby. The operator has the choice to select the
motor to run by #1 Lead or #2 Lead, and to change over to the standby motor at any
time, to balance the running hours. Changeover is manual, or automatic in case of failure
of the active motor.
Auto Rotate : Enable / Disable : if Enable is selected, the automatic change over occurs
at each starting sequence of the gas turbine. If Disable is selected, the lead motor
selected by the operator remain the same at each gas turbine starting up.
Prior to any manual changeover, check that the relevant motor and associated system
are available.
7.2. SEQUENCES

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7.2.1. MANUAL CHANGE OVER

#1 Lead or The operator selects the standby motor to become the
#2 Lead “lead” motor.
Confirm select The operator confirms the choice.
The standby motor starts and keeps running. 1
The previous lead motor stops after and become
0
“standby”.
7.2.2. AUTOMATIC CHANGE OVER
Suppose two redundant motors and associated driven components M1 and M2. M1 is the
lead motor, M2 is the standby motor. If M1 fails, M2 starts automatically, a corresponding
alarm will inform the operator. The speedtronic logic will keep in memory that M1 is “lead”,
the operator must select “M2 lead” to confirm unavailability of M1.

Selected motor is active, the other motor has stopped.

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8. NORMAL SHUTDOWN

This operation consists in shutting down the gas turbine-generator set.
The initial conditions are as follows :
1-Set synchronized to the grid
Or
2-Gas Turbine at full speed no-load
8.2. SEQUENCES

1- Set synchronized to the grid.
Master control : The turbine active power decreases if the generator is
Stop connected to the network.
The load drops down to the reverse power relay
threshold according to a loading slope defined by the
Speedtronic.
The bleed valves open.
2- Set at full speed no load.
Deceleration of the shaft line as a result of the fuel flow
reduction.
14HS The exhaust frame blower stop. 88TK 0
28FD Loss of flame is detected.
Shutdown gas leak test is activated.
The turbine compartment ventilation stops 88BT 0
The gas compartment ventilation stops 88VL 0
The ventilation of the load compartment is stopped. 88VG 0
14HM Start up of the turning motor. 88TG 1
14HT The hydraulic pump stops. 88HQ 0
The turbine operates on turning mode for at least 24
hours.

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OPERATION
The shaft line is rotating at turning gear speed to allow the cooling cycle to be carried out.
The compartments fans remain in operation according to the compartments temperature.
The cooling water pump remains in operation according to lube oil temperature.
Deselecting the turning gear sequence is forbidden during the first hours of cooling.
Normal restart is possible at any time.
9. EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN

This manual or automatic operation consists in quickly closing the gas valve in order to
stop the fuel flow.
This action can be initiated with the gas turbine loaded, starting or in normal shutdown
condition:
x Either by pressing an emergency shutdown pushbutton.
x Or through the operation of an electrical or mechanical protection.
9.2. SEQUENCES
The sequence is similar to a normal shutdown, with instantaneous loss of flame.

An alarm indicates the cause of the fault.
Gas turbine is at turning gear speed.

It is imperative to eliminate the fault that has caused the emergency shutdown before
any restart of the Gas Turbine.

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OPERATION
10. ON-LINE COMPRESSOR WASH
This operation consists in carrying out a compressor wash at nominal speed.

x Turbine at base load therefore IGVs are fully open.
x Washing skid available.
x The compressor inlet temperature is appropriate for the on line washing.
10.2. SEQUENCES

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OPERATION

On Line Water
The on line washing is selected. 88BW 1
Wash : Start
After 30 minutes, washing stops automatically. 88BW 0

Gas turbine is running in a cleaner condition.
The next on line washing cannot be started 24 hours after start up of the previous one.
Wash frequency depends on the site conditions and the operation of the gas turbine.
Follow-up of the main operating parameters as a function of the ambient conditions allows
to determine the need of washing.

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OPERATION
11. OFF-LINE COMPRESSOR WASH

This operation consists in carrying out a compressor wash sequence according to phases
A, B, C, D, E as indicated on the graph below:
A : Turbine at cranking speed : pre-wash and detergent application cycle.
B : Turbine at turning gear speed : soak cycle.
C : Turbine at cranking speed : rinse cycle.
D : Turbine stopped to allow the water to be recovered by gravity.
E : Turbine at cranking speed : drying cycle.
OFF line wash cycle

30
A B C D E
Turbine speed
20
10
0
0 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90
Time

x Gas turbine at standstill or at cool down sequence, in cold condition, i.e. difference
between highest wheelspace temperature and wash water temperature must not
exceed 67°C. Example: if the water temperature is 80°C, the temperature inside the
turbine should be less than or equal to 80 + 67 = 147°C.
x Ambient temperature higher than 4°C to avoid any risk of frost.
x Water Wash reserve available and at a temperature between 66°C and 93°C.
x Detergent reserve available.
x Compressor and gas turbine manual valves open or closed according to compressor
washing procedure established from information given in the maintenance chapter.

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OPERATION
11.2. SEQUENCES

Crank
Select “Crank mode” on the main display. A
mode
Off line
Select “ON” on the Off line Water Wash screen. A
water wash
Start Select “Start” on the main display to start the gas turbine. A
Turbine starts and accelerates to water wash reference
A
speed.
IGV’s open fully and turbine frame blower start. A
Pre-wash water is injected automatically. A
Initiate
Select “Initiate Wash” on the water wash screen. A
Wash
Detergent is injected automatically in a pulsed mode A
At the end of the detergent injection main cycle, the starting
B
means stop and the turbine coast down to turning gear speed.
The gas turbine remains at turning gear speed for soak cycle. 20 min
Initiate
Select “Initiate Rinse” on the water wash screen. C
Rinse

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OPERATION

Turbine starts and accelerates to water wash reference
C
speed.
Water is injected automatically in a pulsed mode C
At the end of rinse cycle, the Speedtronic proposes to the
choice between “Extra Rinse” or “End Rinse” C
Operator choice is according to water sample quality.
Extra Select “Extra Rinse” on the water wash screen to carry out
C
Rinse additional rinse.
End Rinse Select “End Rinse” on the water wash screen. D
Stop Select “Stop” on the main display. D
The gas turbine coast down to turning gear speed. D
Off line
Select “Off” on the Off line Water Wash screen. D
water wash
Wash, Soak and Rinse cycle are completed. D
Master
Execute a “Master Reset” on the main display. D
Reset
Select “Start” on the main display to start the gas turbine for
Start E
Drying cycle.
Turbine starts and accelerates to drying cycle reference
~20 min
speed.
The operator must insure that there is no more water flowing
E
out of the drain.
Stop Select “Stop” on the main display to stop the gas turbine. E
The gas turbine coast down to turning gear speed. E

After compressor washing, the compressor valves must be back in original configuration
before to start and fire the gas turbine.
The gas turbine must be re-started to full speed within 24 hours to complete the drying out
process.

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Rev : A
OPERATION
ALARMS INTERPRETATION
SIGNAL NAME ALARM TEXT POSSIBLES CAUSES ACTIONS TO BE TAKEN
GENERATOR BRG #1 T1 METAL The generator bearing metal temperature (journal #1 ) is Check bearing (journal #1).
BTGJ1_1_ALM
TEMP HIGH high Check lube oil system and drain piping
BTGJ1_1H_ALM
TEMP HIGH HIGH very high Check lube oil system and drain piping
BTGJ1_2_ALM
TEMP HIGH high Check lube oil system and drain piping
BTGJ1_2H_ALM
Check lube oil system
GENERATOR BRG #2 T1 METAL Bearing metal temperature of generator journal #2 high. Check cooling water system.
BTGJ2_1_ALM
TEMP HIGH Thermocouple fault. Check bearings.
Check thermocouples BT_GJ2_1A.
BTGJ2_1H_ALM
Check lube oil system
GENERATOR BRG #2 T2 METAL Bearing metal temperature of generator journal #2 high. Check cooling water system.
BTGJ2_2_ALM
TEMP HIGH Thermocouple fault. Check bearings.
Check thermocouples BT_GJ2_2A.
BTGJ2_2H_ALM
TURBINE BRG #1 T1 METAL TEMP Check bearing (journal #1).
BTJ1_1_ALM The turbine bearing metal temperature (journal #1 ) is high
HIGH Check lube oil system and drain piping
TURBINE BRG #1 T1 METAL TEMP The turbine bearing metal temperature (journal #1 ) is very Check bearing (journal #1).
BTJ1_1H_ALM
HIGH HIGH high Check lube oil system and drain piping
BTJ1_2H_ALM
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Rev : A
OPERATION
BTJ2_1H_ALM
BTJ2_2H_ALM
Check bearings and lube oil system.
RED GEAR FWD BULL BRG #1 Red gear bearing or lube oil problem
BTRGB11_ALM Check that lube oil circulate correctly in the load gear.
METAL TC HIGH Load compartment ventilation fault
Check load compartment ventilation.
RED GEAR FWD BULL BRG #1 The turbine bearing metal temperature (journal #1 ) is very Check bearing (journal #1).
BTRGB11H_ALM
METAL TC HIGH HIGH high Check lube oil system and drain piping
RED GEAR FWD BULL BRG #2 The reduction gear forward bull bearing #2metal Check reduction gear forward bull bearing #2metal bearing.
BTRGB12_ALM
METAL TC HIGH temperature is high Check lube oil system and drain piping
RED GEAR FWD BULL BRG #2 The turbine bearing metal temperature (journal #1 ) is very Check bearing (journal #1).
BTRGB12H_ALM
RED GEAR AFT BULL BRG #1 The reduction gear after bull bearing #1 metal temperature Check reduction gear after bull bearing #2metal bearing.
BTRGB21_ALM
METAL TC HIGH is high Check lube oil system and drain piping
RED GEAR AFT BULL BRG #1 The reduction gear after bull bearing #1 metal temperature Check reduction gear after bull bearing #2metal bearing.
BTRGB21H_ALM
METAL TC HIGH HIGH is high Check lube oil system and drain piping
RED GEAR AFT BULL BRG #2 The reduction gear after bull bearing #2metal temperature Check reduction gear after bull bearing #2metal bearing.
BTRGB22_ALM
METAL TC HIGH is high Check lube oil system and drain piping
RED GEAR AFT BULL BRG #2 The turbine bearing metal temperature (journal #2 ) is very Check bearing (journal #2).
BTRGB22H_ALM
Check pinion and lube oil system.
RED GEAR FWD PINION BRG #1 Red gear pinion or lube oil problem.
BTRGP11_ALM Check that lube oil circulate correctly in the load gear.
RED GEAR FWD PINION BRG #1 The turbine bearing metal temperature (journal #1 ) is very Check bearing (journal #1).
BTRGP11H_ALM
RED GEAR FWD PIN BRG #2 The reduction gear forward pinion bearing #2metal Check reduction gear forward pinion bearing #2metal bearing.
BTRGP12_ALM
RED GEAR FWD PIN BRG #2 The turbine bearing metal temperature (journal #1 ) is very Check bearing (journal #1).
BTRGP12H_ALM
Check pinion and lube oil system.
RED GEAR AFT PINION BRG #1 Red gear pinion or lube oil problem.
BTRGP21_ALM Check that lube oil circulate correctly in the load gear.

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OPERATION
RED GEAR AFT PINION BRG #1 The turbine bearing metal temperature (journal #2 ) is very Check bearing (journal #2).
BTRGP21H_ALM
RED GEAR AFT PIN BRG #2 The reduction gear after pinion bearing #2metal Check reduction gear after pinion bearing #2metal bearing.
BTRGP22_ALM
RED GEAR AFT PIN BRG #2 The turbine bearing metal temperature (journal #2 ) is very Check bearing (journal #2).
BTRGP22H_ALM
BRG METAL TEMP THRUST Check bearing (thrust active).
BTTA1_12_ALM The bearing metal temperature (thrust active ) is high
ACTIVE 12 HIGH Check lube oil system and drain piping
BTTA1_12H_A The bearing metal temperature (thrust active ) is very high
ACTIVE 12 HIGH HIGH Check lube oil system and drain piping
BTTA1_6_ALM The bearing metal temperature (thrust active ) is high
ACTIVE 6 HIGH Check lube oil system and drain piping
BTTA1_6H_ALM The bearing metal temperature (thrust active ) is very high
ACTIVE 6 HIGH HIGH Check lube oil system and drain piping
BRG METAL TEMP THRUST Check bearing (thrust inactive).
BTTI1_4_ALM The bearing metal temperature (thrust inactive ) is high
INACTIVE 4 HIGH Check lube oil system and drain piping
BRG METAL TEMP THRUST The bearing metal temperature (thrust inactive ) is very Check bearing (thrust inactive).
BTTI1_4H_ALM
INACTIVE 4 HIGH HIGH high Check lube oil system and drain piping
BRG METAL TEMP THRUST Check bearing (thrust inactive).
BTTI1_8_ALM The bearing metal temperature (thrust inactive ) is high
INACTIVE 8 HIGH Check lube oil system and drain piping
BRG METAL TEMP THRUST The bearing metal temperature (thrust inactive ) is very Check bearing (thrust inactive).
BTTI1_8H_ALM
INACTIVE 8 HIGH HIGH high Check lube oil system and drain piping
FUEL GAS STAINER DIFF PRESS Check 4-20mA 96FSDP-11 transmitter (connections, cables.).
FSDPH_ALM 4-20mA 96LFSDP-11 fault
HIGH Replace transmitter if necessary.
GAS STRAINER DIFF PRESS HIGH Check 4-20mA 96FSDP-11 transmitter (connections, cables.).
FSDPHH_ALM 4-20mA 96LFSDP-11 fault
MAIN REQD Replace transmitter if necessary.
The speed control system has not limited turbine speed
PROTECTIVE MODULE Determine and repair before restarting (mechanical, electrical
L12H_ACC_ALM with the trip limits (fault detected by P module).
ACCELERATION TRIP _ HP or fuel or speed control trouble).
The turbine trips during the electrical over speed test
The speed control system has not limited turbine speed
ELECTRICAL OVERSPEED TRIP - Determine and repair before restarting (mechanical, electrical
L12H_ALM within the trip limits.
HP or fuel or speed control trouble).
The turbine trips during the electrical over speed test.
LOSS OF PROTECTIVE HP SPEED
L12H_FLT_ALM VPRO modules fault Check VPRO modules
SIGNALS

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Rev : A
OPERATION
PROTECTIVE MODULE
Investigate cause of over speed.
L12H_P_ALM OVERSPEED TRIP _ HP (HIGH <P> module HP over speed trip.
Check the module over speed (power supply, short, link, cut).
PRESSURE)
Search the cause of this problem :
Check electronic over speed system.
The trip circuit has been tripped by mechanical over speed Check proper operation and setting of over speed bolt
L12HBLT_ALM OVERSPEED BOLT TRIP _ HP
action. assembly.
Repair before starting and reset manually the mechanical over
speed limit switch on the over speed bolt.
Check wiring to speed pickups.
Machine tripped due to loss of speed signal.
Check speed system.
CONTROL SPEED SIGNAL LOSS _ Control speed signal loss and the unit trips (TNH_OS).
L12HF_ALM Check supply, connections.
HP Power supply fault, ground, short, open.
Check the logic circuit.
Speed magnetic pickups fault (77 HT_1,2,3).
Check speed magnetic pickups.
CONTROL SPEED SIGNAL
L12HFD_C_ALM HP speed pickup voting mismatch in <C> Check and recalibrate HP speed pickups.
TROUBLE _HP
PROTECTIVE SPEED SIGNAL
L12HFD_P_ALM HP speed pickup voting mismatch in<P> Check and recalibrate HP speed pickups.
TROUBLE
Defective speed sensors of speed Check speed sensors (setting value, wiring )
Uncoupling between TG and alternator Check PTUR and PPRO cards
L14CX_FLT TURB PURG SPEED LEVEL FAULT
Trip SFC Check coupling between TG and alternator
rolling-up alternator fault Check SFC fault and reset
Check the valve
WATER INJ PURGE FAIL TO OPEN Water fuel purge fail to open : Check water injection system
L20WP1_ALM
SHUTDOWN Valve fault Refer to specific chapters for more information about the fire
protection.
K25A RELAY HAS NOT BEEN
L25A_ENAB_AL Synchronization permissive disable Check synchronization permissive
ENABLED
Check water supply to the atomizing air pre-cooler, isolating
valve position flow restrictions.
Check for leakage in the cooling water circuit.
Failure of atomizing pre-cooler louvers to open and close
ATOMIZING AIR TEMPERATURE Check the proper operation of the thermocouples
L26AAH_ALM Lack of water in the cooling system.
HIGH Check the temperature control system of the cooling water
Temperature control of the water circuit in faulty.
circuit.
Check the regulating valve and its setting point.
During start-up, check the atomizing air temperature.
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OPERATION
Find the thermocouple which is faulty AA_1A, 2A.

ATOMIZING AIR TEMPERATURE Thermocouple in short-circuit.
L26AAH_SENSR Check that the thermocouples are correctly positioned.
SWITCH TROUBLE Thermocouple incorrectly positioned.
Check the interface card.
ATOMIZING AIR TEMPERATURE
L26AAL_ALM See alarm : L26AAH_ALM See alarm : L26AAH_ALM
LOW
ATOMIZING AIR TEMPERATURE Check the temperature control system of the cooling water
L26AAL_SENSR Temperature switch trouble
SWITCH TROUBLE circuit.
ATOMIZING AIR TEMPERATURE
L26AAL1_ALM See alarm : L26AAH_ALM See alarm : L26AAH_ALM
LOW SHUTDOWN
ATOM AIR TEMP LOW FUEL
L26AALINH_A For information For information
TRANSFERT INHIBITED
GENERATOR PACKAGE
L26ATGCH_ALM Ventilation system fault Check ventilation system
TEMPERATURE HIGH
Check water supply to the lube oil air pre-cooler, isolating
Failure of lube oil pre-cooler louvers to open and close valve position flow restrictions.
HEAT VENT VERY HIGH TEMP. IN Normal shutdown. Check for leakage in the cooling water circuit.
L26AVHH_ALM
LUBE OIL COMPARTMENT Lack of water in the cooling system. Check the temperature control system of the cooling water
Temperature control of the water circuit in faulty. circuit.
Check the regulating valve VTR2_1 and its setting point.
HEAT VENT VERY LOW TEMP. IN
L26AVLL_ALM See alarm : L26AVHH_ALM See alarm : L26AVHH_ALM
LUBE OIL COMPARTMENT
Check air conditioners.
Clean the air conditioners filters, if necessary.
CONTROL PANEL TEMPERATURE
L26CTH_ALM Air conditioners not maintaining proper temperature. Check the proper operation of the temperature switch 26 CT.
HIGH
NOTE :
The control compartment doors must be closed.
Check water supply to the liquid fuel air pre-cooler, isolating
Failure of liquid fuel pre-cooler louvers to open and close valve position flow restrictions.
L26FSHH_ALM
LIQUID FUEL COMPART Lack of water in the cooling system. Check the temperature control system of the cooling water
L26FSLL_ALM See alarm : L26FSHH_ALM See alarm : L26FSHH_ALM
LIQUID FUEL COMPART

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OPERATION
GENERATOR COLD GAS

L26GGCA Generator cold gas temperature high Check generator
TEMPERATURE HIGH
GENERATOR HOT GAS
L26GGCA2 Temperature fault Check cooling and sealing system
TEMPERATURE HIGH
GENERATOR RTD COLD AIR HIGH Check RTD and associated connections for proper signal and
L26GGCFH_ALM Generator RTD fault
FAILURE DETECTED replace faulty RTD if necessary.
GENERATOR RTD COLD AIR LOW Check RTD and associated connections for proper signal and
L26GGCFL_ALM Generator RTD fault
FAILURE DETECTED replace faulty RTD if necessary.
GEN HIGH COLD GAS
L26GGCS_ALM Generator high cold gas temp. Propagation Check cooling and sealing system
TEMPERATURE SPREAD
Check RTD and associated connections for proper signal and
L26GGF_ALM GENERATOR RTD OUT OF LIMITS Generator RTD fault
replace faulty RTD if necessary.
GENERATOR RTD OUT OF LIMITS Check generator RTD and associated connections for proper
L26GGF_ALM2 RTD fault
2 signal and replace faulty RTD if necessary.
GENERATOR HOT GAS
L26GGHA Generator hot gas temperature high Check cooling and sealing system
TEMPERATURE HIGH
EXCITER HOT AIR TEMPERATURE
L26GGHA2 Temperature fault Check cooling and sealing system
HIGH
GENERATOR RTD HOT AIR HIGH Check generator RTD and associated connections for proper
L26GGHFH_ALM Generator hot air RTD out of limit failure
FAILURE DETECTED signal and replace faulty RTD if necessary.
GENERATOR RTD HOT AIR LOW Check generator RTD and associated connections for proper
L26GGHFL_ALM Generator hot air RTD out of limit failure
FAILURE DETECTED signal and replace faulty RTD if necessary.
GEN HIGH HOT GAS
L26GGHS_ALM Generator cold gas temperature high Check cooling and sealing system
TEMPERATURE SPREAD
GENERATOR STATOR Decrease the generator load
L26GST1_ALM Generator Overload
TEMPERATURE HIGH Check RTD and associated connections
Check water supply to the lube oil air pre-cooler, isolating
valve position flow restrictions.
Failure of lube oil pre-cooler louvers to open and close
HEAT VENT VERY HIGH TEMP. IN Check for leakage in the cooling water circuit.
L26HLHH_ALM Lack of water in the cooling system.
LUBE OIL COMPARTMENT Check the temperature control system of the cooling water
Temperature control of the water circuit in faulty.
circuit.
L26HLLL_ALM See alarm : L26HLHH_ALM See alarm : L26HLHH_ALM
LUBE OIL COMPARTMENT

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Rev : A
OPERATION
HEAT VENT VERY HIGH TEMP. IN

L26HTHH_ALM See alarm : L26HLHH_ALM See alarm : L26HLHH_ALM
TURBINE COMPARTMENT
L26HTLL_ALM See alarm : L26HLHH_ALM See alarm : L26HLHH_ALM
TURBINE COMPARTMENT
CONTROL PANEL IO PACK
L26IOPH_ALM Control panel pack temperature high Check the ventilation system
TEMPERATURE HIGH
PERF MONIT INSTRUM BOX #1 Performance monitoring instrumentation box #1 Check Performance monitoring instrumentation box #1
L26PMBT1L_AL
TEMP VERY LOW temperature regulation fault temperature regulation
PERF MONIT INSTRUM BOX #2 Performance monitoring instrumentation box #2 Check Performance monitoring instrumentation box #2
L26PMBT2L_AL
TEMP VERY LOW temperature regulation fault temperature regulation
Lube header temperature above recommended limits.
Check the cooling water circuit
Cooling water circuit fault.
Check for water leakage. Repair if necessary.
Water/oil exchanger circuit fault.
LUBE OIL HEADER Check the temperature regulating valve.
L26QA_ALM Temperature regulating valve fault.
TEMPERATURE HIGH Check the thermocouples.
Lack of cooling water.
If the temperature continues to increase, a normal stop order
Water pump fault.
will be given.
Water pump motor fault.
Start inhibited.
Check the lube oil heaters (23 QT1 to 8).
LUBE OIL TANK TEMPERATURE Lube oil heaters fault (23 QT_1 to 8).
L26QLL_ALM Check the lube oil circuit.
VERY LOW Lube oil pump in trouble (88QA).
Check the AC supply .
Loss of AC.
LUBE OIL TANK TEMPERATURE
L26QN_ALM See alarm : L26QLL_ALM See alarm : L26QLL_ALM
LOW
LUBE OIL TURBINE HEADER
L26QT_ALM See alarm : L26QA_ALM See alarm : L26QA_ALM
TEMP HIGH TRIP
DLN HIGH EXHAUST SPREAD Combustion chambers flame disagree Check DLN burning system
L26SPH_ALM
LOCKOUT Exhaust thermocouple fault Check exhaust thermocouples
88AK1 MOTOR STATOR COIL#1
L26STAK_1H_A Refer to motor document Refer to motor document
TEMPERATURE HIGH
TEMPERATURE HIGH
TEMPERATURE HIGH
88AK1 STATOR TEMPERATURE Check sensors
L26STAK1HALM One of the three sensor is not ok
HIGH Check motor

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Rev : A
OPERATION
88AK1 STATOR TEMPERATURE One of the three sensor is not ok Check sensors
L26STAK1HH_A
VERY HIGH Standby motor running Check motor
88AK2 STATOR TEMPERATURE Check sensors
L26STAK2HALM One of the three sensor is not ok
HIGH Check motor
88AK2 STATOR TEMPERATURE One of the three sensor is not ok Check sensors
L26STAK2HH_A
VERY HIGH Standby motor running Check motor
TURBINE CTRL COMPARTMENT
L26TCCH_ALM The temperature is high in the turbine compartment control. Check the ventilation system
HIGH
TURBINE CTRL COMPARTMENT
L26TCCL_ALM The temperature is low in the turbine compartment control. Check the ventilation system
LOW
FAULT WOBBE INDEX INHIBITION
L26TFWILD_A For information For information
RELEASE LOAD CONTROL
Check water supply to the load gear air pre-cooler, isolating
Failure of load gear pre-cooler louvers to open and close valve position flow restrictions.
L26VAHH_ALM
LOAD GEAR COMPARTMENT Lack of water in the cooling system. Check the temperature control system of the cooling water
L26VALL_ALM See alarm : L26VAHH_ALM See alarm : L26VAHH_ALM
LOAD GEAR COMPARTMENT
Check water supply to the DLN air pre-cooler, Isolating valve
Failure of DLN pre-cooler louvers to open and close position flow restrictions.
L26VLHH_ALM
DLN COMPARTMENT Lack of water in the cooling system. Check the temperature control system of the cooling water
L26VLLL_ALM See alarm : L26VLHH_ALM See alarm : L26VLHH_ALM
DLN COMPARTMENT
COOLING WATER TEMPERATURE
L26WC_FLT Cooling water Temperature fault Check cooling water system
FAULT
COOLING WATER TEMPERATURE
L26WCHH_ALM Cooling water temperature fault Check cooling water temperature system
VERY HIGH
Check battery charger AC breaker.
BAT CHAR AC UNDERVOLT - T.D. Battery charger AC under voltage.
L27BLN11_ALM Check voltage magnitude.
NORMAL SD Charger faulty.
Check the proper operation of the battery charger.

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Rev : A
OPERATION
BAT CHAR AC UNDERVOLT - Battery charger AC under voltage.

L27BLN12_ALM See alarm : L27BLN11_ALM
INSTANT NORMAL SD Charger faulty.
BATTERY CHARGER AC Battery charger AC under voltage.
UNDERVOLTAGE - SHUTDOWN Charger faulty.
BAT CHAR AC UNDERVOLT - T.D. Battery charger # 1 AC under voltage.
L27BLN1Z_ALM See alarm : L27BLN11_ALM
NORMAL SD Charger faulty.
BAT CHAR 2 AC UNDERVOLT - Battery charger 2 AC under voltage.
T.D. NORMAL SD Charger faulty.
BAT CHAR 2 AC UNDERVOLT - Battery charger 2 AC under voltage.
INSTANT NORMAL SD Charger faulty.
BATTERY CHARGER 2 AC Battery charger 2 AC under voltage.
UNDERVOLTAGE - SHUTDOWN Charger faulty.
Check bus PT fuses and wiring. Do not use auto synchronizing
BUS UNDERVOLTAGE - NO AUTO
L27BN_ALM Bus synchronizing potential not available. or manual synchronizing until problem is resolved.
SYNCH
Check relays 27B_1, 2.
L27BP1N_ALM DC SUPPLY #1 CRITICAL FAULT DC supply #1 critical fault or manual synchronizing until problem is resolved.
Check relays
L27BP2N_ALM DC SUPPLY #2 CRITICAL FAULT DC supply #2 critical fault See alarm : L27BP1N_ALM
Check battery charger for proper operation correct excessive
Battery system voltage is low. drain on battery, check for bad cells.
DC POWER SUPPLY Battery charger is not functioning properly. Check battery charger fuses.
L27DZ_ALM
UNDERVOLTAGE Excessive drain on the batteries. NOTE :
Bad cells in battery. The gas turbine should not be operated unless DC power is
available to the emergency DC lube oil pump.
POWER SUPPLY 230 Vac UPS
L27GRDAC_ALM Power supply 230 Vac fault Check power supply 230 Vac
FAULT
L27GRDDC_ALM POWER SUPPLY 125 Vdc FAULT Power supply 125 Vdc fault Check power supply 125 Vdc
Check that power is supplied to the motor control center.
Check the connections of all the different panels.
Motor control center under voltage
L27MC1AN_ALM PCC UNDERVOLTAGE Check the protection circuits and the breakers.
Low voltage on bus.
Check the operation of the coupling breaker.
Check the relay 27 MCC.
L27MC1N_ALM PCC BUS 1 UNDERVOLTAGE See alarm : L27MC1AN_ALM See alarm : L27MC1AN_ALM
L27MC2N_ALM MCC #2 UNDERVOLTAGE See alarm : L27MC1AN_ALM See alarm : L27MC1AN_ALM

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OPERATION

L27N_ALM NORMAL BUS UNDERVOLTAGE Bus synchronizing potential not available. or manual synchronizing until problem is resolved.
Check relays 27B_1,2.
Check power to DC lube pump (MCC breaker on).
Start prohibited or trip if not ignition.
Check the fuses and the relay 27 QE.
DC power not supplied to emergency DC lube pump.
LUBE OIL - DC MOTOR Check the mechanical status of the pump.
L27QEL_ALM Pump fault.
UNDERVOLTAGE NOTE :
Short-circuit.
The gas turbine should not be operated unless DC power is
Supply breaker open.
available to the emergency DC lube pump.
L27S_ALM STANBY BUS UNDERVOLTAGE Bus synchronizing potential not available. or manual synchronizing until problem is resolved.
Check relays 27B_1,2.
GENERAL FAULT ON GT AIR
L27TF1_ALM The power supply of the inlet filter is faulty Check the power supply
FILTER ALARM
Check the supply 125 VDC (breaker, fuses).
GENERATOR PROTECTION NOTE :
L27X_ALM The protection panel is not supplied.
UNDEVOLTAGE No permissive will modify the position of the generator
breaker, 52G (opening or closing) when this alarm will occur.
Check for proper operation of the flame detection system.
One of the detectors (28 FD) operating when no flame is
L28FD_ALM FLAME DETECTOR TROUBLE Check that the flame detectors quartz windows are clean.
present or flame detection before the firing sequence.
Repair or replace if necessary.
Flame detected during shutdown
CHAMBER FLAMED OUT DURING Check Spark plug control circuit
L28FD_SD Spark plug control fault
SHUTDOWN Check fame detectors
Fame detector fault
Check the fuel being supplied to the combustors, the flame in
Failure of two of the detectors to detect flame.
all chambers, the damage crossfire tubes or combustors.
Unit trip.
L28FDT_ALM LOSS OF FLAME TRIP Check for proper control valve position and fuel pressure.
Failure of flame detectors.
Check for proper operation of the flame detectors 28 FD_1,2,5
Loss of flame.
and 6.
Check the purchaser gas supply.
Purchaser gas supply low pressure.
Check the opening of the transmitters isolating valves.
Loss of the pressure between VSR (stop/speed ratio valve)
START_UP FUEL FLOW Check the transmitters 96 FG_2A, 2B and 2C.
L2SFT_ALM and VGC (gas fuel flow control valve).
EXCESSIVE TRIP Check the servo-valve.
Gas leakages.
Check the LVDT (linear variable differential transmitter) setting
Transmitters fault.
value and the calibration of the valve VSR.

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
FUEL GAS MWI PREMIX LOADING

L30_FGW_ALM Fuel gas MWI premix loading lockout For information
LOCKOUT
The position of the upstream atomizing air compressor Check the proper operation of the bypass solenoid
UPSTREAM AA HI\LO POSITION
L30AA1PS_ALM bypass solenoid valve is incompatible with the one of the valve.20AA_2
FAULT
limit switch. Check the limit switches 33AA_3 and 4.
ATOMIZATION BY PASS VALVE
L30AA1X_ALM 20AA1 valve fault Check 20AA1 valve
MOTOR #1 OVERLOAD
The position of the upstream atomizing air compressor Check the proper operation of the bypass solenoid
DOWNSTREAM AA HI\LO
L30AA2PS_ALM bypass solenoid valve is incompatible with the one of the valve.20AA_5
POSITION FAULT
limit switch. Check the limit switches 33AA_7 and 8.
MOTOR #2 OVERLOAD
MOTOR #3 OVERLOAD
DOWNSTREAM AA HI\MED 20AA5 valve fault Check 20AA5 valve
L30AA5PS_ALM
POSITION FAULT Limit switch fault Check 33AA-7 and 33AA-8
AA DIFFERENTIAL PRESS
L30AADP_FLT 96AD-1 fault Check 96AD-1
TRANSDUCER FAULT
The position of the atomizing air compressor bypass Check the proper operation of the bypass solenoid
AA HI/LO POSITION FEEDBACK
L30AAFB_ALM solenoid valve is incompatible with the one of the limit valve.20AA_1 or 2
FAULT
switch. Check the limit switches 33AA_1.or 2
AA PRESS RATIO BELOW LIMIT /
L30AAPRL 20AA-5 regulation problem Check 20AA-5 regulation valve
COMPR ON
AA PRESSURE RATIO BELOW
L30AAPRLL AA pressure ratio below lower limit Check AA booster
LOWER LIMIT
FLOW INLET EVAPORATIVE
L30AC_ALM Evaporator cooler of the turbine air inlet is faulty. Check the evaporator cooler system.
COOLER TROUBLE
L30AC1_ALM APU CUBICULE FAULT APU cubicule fault Check APU cubicule
230 VAC NORMAL POWER
L30AC2_ALM 230VAC normal power supply fault #2 Check 230VAC normal power supply
SUPPLY FAULT
230 VAC UPS POWER SUPPLY
L30AC3_ALM 230VAC normal power supply fault #3 Check 230VAC normal power supply
FAULT
AIR INLET- HEATING DOOR Check turbine inlet
L30AF_ALM Turbine inlet air trouble
FAULT Check/clean gas turbine air inlet filter

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
ATOM AIR MOTOR NOT READY

L30AK1_ALM Atom air motor not ready to start Check atom air motor
TO START
AUXILIARY TRANSFORMER
L30ATR_ALM Refer to specific volume Refer to specific volume
FAULT
SFC TRANSFORMER 2nd STEP
L30ATR2_ALM SFC transformer 2nd step alarm Check SFC transformer
ALARM
BATTERIE CONTAINER AIR
l30ba1_alm Air conditioner from battery charger compartment in fault Check system air conditioner from battery charger compartment
CONDITIONER FAULT
DAMPER DAMPER OUT OF
L30BB_ALM The damper is faulty Check damper
ORDER
BATTERY CHARGER #1 AC
L30BC1N_ALM The battery charger is faulty. Check the battery charger.
TROUBLE
BATTERY CHARGER #2 AC
L30BC2N_ALM The battery charger is faulty. Check the battery charger.
TROUBLE
Check the ventilation system of this compartment..
Check fuses, breakers, protections, supplies.
HEAT VENT LUBE OIL
The lube oil compartment ventilation is faulty. Check the mechanical status of the fan and the motor in
L30BLX_ALM COMPARTMENT VENT. CHANGE
Motor 88BL_1 or 2 fault trouble.
OVER
Check the proper operation of the cooling air fan motor 88BL
Check the position of vent flap.
L30BN_ALM BENTLY SYSTEM FAULT Bentley Nevada system fault Check Bentley Nevada system
Check bearings and lube oil.
BEARING METAL TEMPERATURE The temperature of the bearing metal is faulty. Check the lube oil collector temperature.
L30BTA_ALM
HIGH Bearing or lube oil problem Research the thermocouple which occurred this alarm
Check the indications of it.
BEARING METAL TEMPERATURE
L30BTA_H_ALM See alarm : L30BTA_ALM See alarm : L30BTA_ALM
HIGH HIGH
Check the ventilation system of this compartment.
HEAT VENT TURBINE
The turbine ventilation is faulty. Check the mechanical status of the fan and the motor in
L30BTX_ALM COMPARTMENT VENT. CHANGE
Motor 88BT_1 or 2 fault trouble.
OVER
Check the proper operation of the cooling air fan motor 88BT
L30BW_ALM WASHING SKID FAULT The washing skid is faulty. Check the washing skid.

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Check the power supply of fire protection system.

Check fire detectors and the electrical circuit. This trouble
must be corrected as soon as possible.
NOTE :
L30CC_ALM FIRE PROTEC PANEL TROUBLE Fire protection panel trouble Before this search, the fire protection must be inhibited. Do
not forget to put again in service as soon as the maintenance
is finished.
Refer to specific volumes for more information about the fire
protection.
S17 Life Accum Alarm. Contact PAC
L30CMULOW_A Authorized time over in exclusion zone Contact PAC center
center
Check R controller is on
Check R controller is OK
VCMI IO STATE EXCHANGE FOR
L30COMM_IO_R No more communication with R controller Check the 3 IONet cables are OK
<R> FAILED
Check IONet cable is connected on the R controller VCMI
board
Check R controller is on
Check R controller is OK
L30COMM_IO_R No more communication with R controller Check the 3 IONet cables are OK
<R> FAILED
Check IONet cable is connected on the R controller VCMI
board
Check S controller is on
Check S controller is OK
L30COMM_IO_S No more communication with S controller Check the 3 IONet cables are OK
<S> FAILED
Check IONet cable is connected on the S controller VCMI
board
Check T controller is on
Check T controller is OK
L30COMM_IO_T No more communication with R controller Check the 3 IONet cables are OK
<T> FAILED
Check IONet cable is connected on the T controller VCMI
board
CONTROLLER OUT OF
L30CS_CTRL_ALM Controller fault Check state of controllers
CONTROLLING STATE
L30CSF_ALM CSF FAULT Refer to specific volume Refer to specific volume
L30CSFBFLT_A SFC BRUSH MOTOR FAULT Refer to specific volume Refer to specific volume

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Speed signal in minimum 14 HM (20 %). Check the IGV opening.

L30CSURG COMPRESSOR STALL DETECTED
Compressor surge. Check the depression at the GT inlet.
S17 CTD Profile Change - Contact
L30CTDHSPR Spread temperature discharge not correct Contact PAC center
PAC Center
CONTROLLER
L30D_CTRL_OT Controller over temperature Refer to specific chapter.
OVERTEMPERATURE
EXCITER FAIL - ABORTING DB
L30DBEXX_ALM Exciter fail – Aborting DFB closure Refer to specific chapter.
CLOSURE
DEW POINT TEMPERATURE
L30DPFLT_ALM Dew point temperature sensor fault Change dew point temperature sensor
SENSOR FAULT
DEW POINT TEMPERATURE
L30DPFLTX_A Humidity sensor fault Change Humidity sensor
SENSOR FAULT
DWATT FAULT INHIBIT
L30DWINH DWATT transmitters fault Check DWATT transmitters
SYNCHRONIZATION
S17 Protective Zone - Raise or
L30EXZON_ALM Exclusion zone in danger Click on Raise or lower Load
Lower Load
S17 Protective Zone Auto Load
L30EZAL_ALM Indication for automatically auto load For information
Lower
COOLING FAN MOTOR Check electrical circuit
L30FC1_ALM The motor of the cooling water system fan #1 is faulty
PERMANENT ELECTRICAL FAULT Check motor fan #1
COOLING FAN MOTOR Check electrical circuit
L30FC2_ALM The motor of the cooling water system fan #2 is faulty
REGULATE ELECTRICAL FAULT Check motor fan #2
Check that AC power is supplied to ignition system
Check the fuel supply.
L30FD_ALM FAILURE TO IGNITE Failure to fire within the firing timer constant period.(K2F). Check if isolating valves on flame detectors are open.
Check the proper operation of spark plugs and flame detectors
(95 SP _ 28 FD).
FUEL GAS SYS LOWER DUE TO
L30FGWI_ALM Fuel gas sys lower due to wobbe index Refer to performance calculation
WOBBE INDEX
SU HEATER FAULT - SHUTDOWN
L30FH2_ALM SU heater fault Check SU heater
RECOMMENDED
L30FORCED_AL SIGNAL FORCING ENABLED One alarm or more is forced Unforced all the alarms
FUEL GAS PRESSURE
L30FPG1_ALM Fuel gas pressure transducer trouble Check fuel gas pressure transducer
TRANSDUCEUR TROUBLE

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Check SRV
SRV position fault
GAS FUEL INTER-VALVE PRESS. Check GCV
L30FPG2L_ALM GCV position fault
(P2) LOW Check gas feeding
Gas feeding fault
Check regulating system
LOSS OF FIRE PROTECTION - GT
L30FTA_ALM Fire Protection System Faulty Check the Fire Protection System
NORMAL SHUTDOWN
L30FTGH_ALM FUEL GAS TEMPERATURE HIGH Fuel gas temperature high Check fuel gas temperature system
Fuel gas temperature high.
L30FTGHH_ALM FTG HIGH-HIGH - HEATER TRIP Check the heater.
Heater fault
FUEL GAS TEMPERATURE HIGH-
L30FTGSD_ALM Fuel gas temperature high Check fuel gas temperature system
HIGH SHUTDOWN
LIQUID FUEL COMP. VENT. The liquid fuel compartment ventilation is faulty. Check the mechanical status of the fan and the motor in
L30FVX_ALM
CHANGE OVER FAULT Motor 88FV_1 or 2 fault trouble.
Check the proper operation of the cooling air fan motor 88FV
L30GRD_ALM GAS DETECTION RACK FAULT Gas detection rack fault Check gas detection rack
HEAT VENT LOAD
Check heater
L30HG1X_ALM COMPARTMENT HEATER IN Heater fault
TROUBLE
HEAT VENT WATER INJ COMP The water injection compartment ventilation is faulty. Check the mechanical status of the fan and the motor in
L30JSX_ALM
VENT. . CHANGE OVER Motor 88JS_1 or 2 fault trouble.
Check the proper operation of the cooling air fan motor 88JS
LIQ FUEL PURGE DIFF PRESS Liquid fuel purge diff press transmitter value difference
L30LFDP_FLT Check setting of 96PL-1A, 96PL-1B, 96PL-1C
XDUCER FAULT measure >0.5 psi between Higher ad lower value
LIQ FUEL PURGE DIFF PRESS Liquid fuel purge diff press transmitter value difference
L30LFDP_FLT Check setting of 96PL-1A, 96PL-1B, 96PL-1C
XDUCER FAULT measure >0.5 psi between Higher ad lower value
LIQUID FUEL PURGE LOW
L30LFPLA Transmitters 96PL-1A,B, C fault. Check the transmitters 96 PL-1A, B, C.
PRESSURE RATIO
LIQ FUEL PURGE MED DIFF
L30LFPTA Transmitters 96PL-1A,B, C fault. Check the transmitters 96 PL-1A, B, C.
PRESS TRBL

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Check lube oil feed and drain piping

Bearing fault. Check bearings and lube oil system.
BEARING DRAIN TEMPERATURE Lube oil fault. Check thermocouples.
L30LOA_ALM
HIGH Lube oil cooling system fault. Check the lube oil cooling.
Leakage. Check the correct circulation of the lube oil.
Check for leakage.
BEARING DRAIN TEMPERATURE Lube oil fault. Check thermocouples.
L30LOAHH_ALM
HIGH HIGH Lube oil cooling system fault. Check the lube oil cooling.
Check for leakage.
Check lube oil feed and drain piping.
Check the proper operation of the load tunnel ventilation
HIGH LOAD TUNNEL TEMP - AUTO Ventilation system fault.
L30LTA_ALM system.(88TK).
UNLOAD Thermocouple fault.
Check the thermocouple TT_IB_1.
Check the sealing and the cleanliness of the pipes.
LOAD TUNNEL THERMOCOUPLE Check the thermocouples
L30LTDIF_ALM One load tunnel thermocouple is out of order
TROUBLE Change the bad thermocouple
WARNING - LOAD TUNNEL Ventilation system fault.
L30LTOPW_ALM system.(88TK).
OVERHEATING Thermocouple fault.
LOAD TUNNEL TEMPERATURE Ventilation system fault.
L30LTT_ALM system.(88TK).
HIGH TRIP Thermocouple fault.
L30LTTH_ALM LUBE OIL TC LOST Lube oil TC lost Check lube oil thermocouples
ALMTXT: 'SYNC INHIBITED - EX
L30MRSYNC_AL Manual regulation active Set manual regulation off
MAN REG ACTIVE'
HIGH L.F.NOZ.TEMP-GAS START
L30NOAA_ALM High L.F. noz.temp-gas start W/O AA comp Check Nozzle
W/O AA COMP

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
GT NEAR DROP OUT OF EMISS Automatic mode change

L30NROUT_ALM Burning mode near pollutant mode
COMPL MODE Set load to base load
GT OUT OF EMISSIONS Automatic mode change
L30OUT_ALM Burning mode in pollutant mode
COMPLIANT MODE Set load to base load
Check the proper operation of the :
_purge valve VA13_1
GAS PURGE BLOCK VALVE #1 The position of the gas purge block valve is incompatible
L30PG1P_ALM _limit switch 33PG_1 and 2
POSITION FAULT with the one of the limit switch.
_solenoid valve 20PG_1
Check the instrument air supply of valve. VA36_1
_purge valve VA13_2
_purge valve VA13_3
_purge valve VA13_4
_purge valve VA13_5
_purge valve VA13_6
L30PM1H_ALM PM1 EXCESSIVELY OPEN For information For information

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Check alarm number in GEH-6721 vol II

Check board power supply is correctly connected, else
connect it.
Check IO pack Ethernet link or power supply is correctly
connected (Leds on IO pack must be active), else connect it.
Voltage failure Check IR port of the IO pack is protected by its metallic plate
Fuse fault else turn the plate until IR port is hidden.
L30PPDA_125P_ALM PPDA 125V PBUS FEED FAULT Wrong barcode in software Check barcode is identical on board and inside IO hardware
Wrong firmware loaded in IO pack configuration in the software, else change barcode number,
IO pack Ethernet link or power supply disconnected build and download.
Check firmware is correct in the IO pack else download again
the firmware with actual ToolbowST release.
Check electrical cables are not cut, else replace cables.
Check fuse have not melt, if yes, replace fuse.
Check voltage is present, if not, start again power supply.
L30PPDA_1D6 PPDA 1D6 DIAGNOSITC ALARM See alarm : L30PPDA_125P_ALM See alarm : L30PPDA_125P_ALM
L30PPDA_AC_IN_1_ALM PPDA AC INPUT 1 FAULT See alarm : L30PPDA_125P_ALM See alarm : L30PPDA_125P_ALM
L30PPDA_AC_IN_2_ALM PPDA AC INPUT 2 FAULT See alarm : L30PPDA_125P_ALM See alarm : L30PPDA_125P_ALM
L30PPDA_JPDD_125V_AL PPDA/JPDD 125V POWER FEED
See alarm : L30PPDA_125P_ALM See alarm : L30PPDA_125P_ALM
M FAULT
PPDA <R> PBUS NOT
L30PPDA_PBUS_R_ALM See alarm : L30PPDA_125P_ALM See alarm : L30PPDA_125P_ALM
REGULATING
PPDA <S> PBUS NOT
L30PPDA_PBUS_S_ALM See alarm : L30PPDA_125P_ALM See alarm : L30PPDA_125P_ALM
REGULATING
PPDA <T> PBUS NOT
L30PPDA_PBUS_T_ALM See alarm : L30PPDA_125P_ALM See alarm : L30PPDA_125P_ALM
REGULATING
L30PPDA_SRC_R_ALM PPDA <R> PBUS SOURCE FAULT See alarm : L30PPDA_125P_ALM See alarm : L30PPDA_125P_ALM
L30PPDA_SRC_S_ALM PPDA <S> PBUS SOURCE FAULT See alarm : L30PPDA_125P_ALM See alarm : L30PPDA_125P_ALM
L30PPDA_SRC_T_ALM PPDA <T> PBUS SOURCE FAULT See alarm : L30PPDA_125P_ALM See alarm : L30PPDA_125P_ALM
ISOLATION POSITION BREAKER
L30Q91Z_ALM Isolation position breaker Q91 fault Check Q91 breaker isolation
Q91 FAULT
REMOTE TUNING -SPLIT BIAS
L30RT_ON_ALM Remote tuning -split bias active For Information
ACTIVE
L30S_BA_ALM Tuning from Screen Active For information For information

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
EXCITER CHANNEL FAILED WITH

L30SG1_ALM Ignition channel failure Check ignition transformer and system
IGNITOR ON
Analyze data for trends. At earliest shutdown, check
thermocouples.
Faulty thermocouples (TTXD), gas path hardware or
L30SPA COMBUSTION TROUBLE Perform borescope or combustion inspection.
uneven distribution of fuel to the fuel nozzles.
Check flow divider, fuel pressures.
Check for plugged nozzles.
Analyze data for trends. Perform borescope or combustion
HIGH EXHAUST TEMP. SPREAD Faulty thermocouples (TTXD), gas path parts or uneven inspection.
L30SPT
TRIP distribution of fuel to the fuel nozzles. Check flow divider, fuel pressures.
Check for plugged nozzles.
EXHAUST THERMOCOUPLE Check thermocouples and wiring.
L30SPTA Faulty thermocouple (TTXD).
TROUBLE Change if necessary.
LOADING INHIBITED - DCS CC
L30STLFAIL_A Combined Cycle Loading Rate Outside Limits Set a rate for load rate in CC inside the limit
RATE FAULT
The time delay after a start order is finished and the turbine Check the operation of the auxiliaries.
TURBINE SHAFT DOESN'T BREAK shaft does not breakaway. Check the starting means SFC.
L30TGX_ALM
AWAY SFC fault. Check the supplies.
Jacking bearing fault. Check the operation of the jacking pumps (88 QB_1 and 2).
SITE ISOTHERM TUNING
L30TT_ON_ALM Site isotherm tuning enabled For information
ENABLED
WATER WASH The washing procedure is inhibited because the wheel Check the temperature and wait for an adequate wheel space
L30TWW_ALM INHIBIT_WHEELSPACE TEMP. space temperature is too high. temperature.
HIGH Thermocouples fault. Check the thermocouples.
Check all thermocouples. Replace any bad thermocouples.
The exhaust gas temperature is excessive.
If problem is not thermocouples, isolate portion of control
Thermocouples fault.
L30TXA_ALM EXHAUST TEMPERATURE HIGH system causing problem.
Fuel control system fault.
Check the temperature control loop and the fuel control
Ventilation system fault.
system.
HEAT VENT LOAD
The load compartment ventilation is faulty. Check the mechanical status of the fan and the motor in
L30VGX_ALM COMPARTMENT VENT. CHANGE
Motor 88VG_1 or 2 fault trouble.
OVER
Check the proper operation of the cooling air fan motor 88 VG

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Check the gas skid ventilation system (motors, fans, power

HEAT VENT DLN COMPARTMENT Fan fault: changeover to emergency fan. supply, etc...)
L30VLX_ALM
VENT. CHANGE OVER Motor fault. Check the power supply of the motor 88 VL and its
protections.
L30VV_ALM UPS INVERTER FAULT UPS inverter fault. Refer to specific volume.
Check the mechanical status of the motor and the pump
Motor fault
COOLING WATER PUMP FAULT - Check what the circuit is correctly positioned
L30WCX_ALM Power supply fault
CHANGE OVER Check the supply of the motor drawer and the motor
Pump fault
Check the fuses, breaker and the connection of the motor
Motor #1 fault
COOLING WATER MOTOR#1 Check what the circuit is correctly positioned
L30WCX1_ALM Power supply fault
FAULT Check the supply of the motor drawer and the motor
Pump fault
Motor #2 fault
COOLING WATER MOTOR#2 Check what the circuit is correctly positioned
L30WCX2_ALM Power supply fault
FAULT Check the supply of the motor drawer and the motor
Pump fault
WTR INJ PURGE DIFF PRESS
L30WPDP_FLT Water injection purge diff press xducer fault refer to specific volume
XDUCER FAULT
WTR INJ PURGE MED DIFF
L30WPPTA Transmitters fault. Check the transmitters 96 WP-1A, 1B, 1C.
PRESS ERROR
WTR INJ PURGE HIGH PRESS
L30WPRHA Water injection purge high pressure ratio Check water injection system
RATIO ALARM
WTR INJ PURGE LOW PRESS
L30WPRLA Transmitters fault. Check the transmitters 96 WP-1A, 1B, 1C.
RATIO ALARM
HEAT VENT WI COMPARTMENT
L30WR1X_ALM Heat vent WI compartment heater in trouble Check heat vent WI compartment heater
HEATER IN TROUBLE
Excessive differential between wheel space thermocouples Check thermocouples for shorts, grounds or opens. Replace
WHEELSPACE TEMP. Defect thermocouples (TTWS_XX). failures. If condition persists investigate for seal failure.
L30WSA1_ALM
DIFFERENTIAL HIGH Thermocouples position fault. Check the thermocouples position.
Combustion fault. Check the combustion and regulation system.
High wheel space temperature (for proper value refer to
Check thermocouples, investigate for seal failure.
WHEELSPACE TEMPERATURE control specification).
L30WSA2_ALM Check the ventilation system.
HIGH Ventilation system fault.
Check the proper operation of the thermocouples.
Thermocouples fault (TTWS_XX).

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
GENERATOR BREAKER TRIP Turbine fault. Turbine checking.

L32DW_ALM
REVERSE POWER Fuel feeding system fault. Fuel feeding system checking.
GENERATOR WATTS
L32DWF_ALM Generator watts transducer failure Check transducer
TRANSDUCER FAILURE
INLET AIR FILTER DOOR SWITCH
L33AGFLT_ALM Inlet air filter switch fault Check inlet air filter switch
POSITION FAULT
INLET AIR FILTER DOOR SWITCH
L33AGO_ALM No filter Put a filter into the filter location
POSITION 0PEN
AC TRANFER CB SPRING
L33ARSFLTALM AC transfer CB spring charge failure Check CB spring charge
CHARGE FAILURE
Check the position of flap.
Flap closing in the turbine compartment. Determinate the cause of the flap closing.
LUBE OIL COMPT VENT FLAP
L33BL_ALM Ventilation fault. Check the ventilation system of this compartment (power
FAULT
Limit switch fault. supply, motor 88BT_2, fan, electrical circuits...).
Check the limit switch 33 BT_2.
Check the position of vent flap
HEAT VENT TURB COMPT VENT Vent flap not closed in the turbine compartment.
L33BT_ALM Determine the cause of the vent flap not closing.
FLAP NOT CLOSED Limit switch fault.
Check the limit switches 33BT.
AT MIN TNR REVERSE POWER During a normal shutdown, the reverser power at minimum
L33CDMN_ALM Check the power.
NOT DETECTED set point is not detected.

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Refer to fire protection panel to determinate the fire zone.

The unit should not be operated until the cause has been
determined and corrected and the fire protection has been re-
established in its normal condition (refilling of CO2 bottles,
circuit reset...).
Check for the causes of this trip; hot air or fuel or oil leaks, or
short-circuits.
NOTE:
Restarting after an operation of the CO2 system requires that
the CO2 system be reset, including all doors and dampers, and
FIRE PROTEC AUX/TURB/LOAD the CO2 release mechanism.
L33CL1_ALM CO2 emission
COMPT CO2 LOCKED WARNING:
Carbon Dioxide, in a concentration sufficient to extinguish fire,
creates an atmosphere that will not support life. It is extremely
hazardous to enter the compartment after the CO2 system has
been discharged. For further information, refer to Fire Protection
System documentation if available. The extent and type of
safeguards and personnel warning that may be necessary must
be designed to meet the particular requirements of each
situation. It is recommended that personnel be adequately
trained as to the proper action to take in case of such an
emergency.
FIRE PROTEC BEARING AREA
L33CL2_ALM CO2 emission See alarm : L33CL1_ALM
CO2 LOCKED
FIRE PROTEC LIQUID FUEL/AA
COMPT CO2 LOCKED
FIRE PROTEC GAS COMPT CO2
LOCKED
FIRE PROTECTION ZONE 5 CO2
LOCKED
LOCKED
HEAT VENT LOAD GEAR
L33DT1_ALM Heat vent load gear compartment door open Close the heat vent load gear compartment door
COMPARTMENT DOOR OPEN
HEAT VENT TURBINE
L33DT2_ALM Heat vent turbine compartment door open Close heat vent turbine compartment door
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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
HEAT VENT DLN COMPARTMENT

L33DT3_ALM Heat vent DLN compartment door open Close heat vent DLN compartment door
DOOR OPEN
HEAT VENT LUBE OIL
L33DT4_ALM Heat vent lube oil compartment door open Close the heat vent lube oil compartment door
HEAT VENT AAWI
L33DT5_ALM Heat vent AAWI compartment door open Close the heat vent AAWI compartment door
HEAT VENT LF COMPARTMENT
L33DT6_ALM Heat vent LF compartment door open Close the heat vent LF compartment door
DOOR OPEN
SHUT OFF VALVE LIMIT SWITCH Check the proper operation of the shut off valve 20 FS and the
L33FS1C_ALM Shut off valve not closed position fault.
NOT CLOSED limit switch 33 FS-1.
The valve is blocked Check that noting is blocking the valve
GAS FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE
L33FS2O_ALM Valve fault Check the limit switch
LIMIT SWITCH NOT OPEN
Limit switch fault Check the valve
GAS FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE Check the proper operation of the shut off valve 20 FS and the
L33FSC_ALM Shut off valve not closed position fault.
CLOSED TROUBLE limit switch 33 FS-1.
L33FSO_ALM Shut off valve not closed position fault.
OPEN TROUBLE limit switch 33 FS-1.
LIQUID FUEL COMP. VENT. FLAP Vent flap not closed in the liquid fuel compartment.
L33FV_ALM Determine the cause of the vent flap not closing.
IN TROUBLE Limit switch fault.
Check the limit switches 33FV.
Check the position of the damper
GEN COMPT FAN DAMPER Gen compartment fan damper position fault.
L33GV_ALM Determine the cause of the damper not closing.
POSITION FAULT Limit switch fault.
Check the limit switches 33GV.
HEAT VENT WI COMPT VENT Vent flap not closed in the WI compartment.
L33JS_ALM Determine the cause of the vent flap not closing.
Check the limit switches.
The valve is blocked
LIQ FUEL PURGE FEED VLV Check that noting is blocking the valve
L33PL1C_ALM Valve fault
FAILED TO CLOSE Check the limit switch
Limit switch fault
LIQ FUEL PURGE FEED VLV
L33PL1O_ALM See alarm : L33PL1C_ALM See alarm : L33PL1C_ALM
FAILED TO OPEN
LIQUID PURGE DRAIN VALVE
L33PL2C_ALM See alarm : L33PL1C_ALM See alarm : L33PL1C_ALM
FAILED TO CLOSE
LIQUID PURGE DRAIN VALVE
L33PL2O_ALM See alarm : L33PL1C_ALM See alarm : L33PL1C_ALM
FAILED TO OPEN

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
GAS FUEL VENT VALVE LIMIT

L33PS11C_ALM See alarm : L33PL1C_ALM See alarm : L33PL1C_ALM
SWITCH NOT CLOSED
GAS FUEL VENT VALVE LIMIT
L33PS12O_ALM See alarm : L33PL1C_ALM See alarm : L33PL1C_ALM
SWITCH NOT OPEN
GAS FUEL BYPASS VLV LIMIT
L33PS21C_ALM See alarm : L33PL1C_ALM See alarm : L33PL1C_ALM
SWITCH NOT OPEN
GAS FUEL BYPASS VLV LIMIT
L33PS22O_ALM See alarm : L33PL1C_ALM See alarm : L33PL1C_ALM
SWITCH NOT OPEN
GAS FUEL VENT VALVE CLOSED
L33PSC_ALM See alarm : L33PL1C_ALM See alarm : L33PL1C_ALM
TROUBLE
GAS FUEL VENT VALVE OPEN
L33PSO_ALM See alarm : L33PL1C_ALM See alarm : L33PL1C_ALM
TROUBLE
IBH MANUAL ISOLATION VALVE Manual isolation valve position fault.(VM15_1) Check the position of the manual valve
L33TH3_ALM
NOT FULL OPEN Limit switch fault.(33TH_3) Check the proper operation of limit switch.
BLEED DRAIN VALVE FAILURE TO The inlet heat solenoid valve is not closed. Check the limit switch 33 TH-4.
L33TH4C_ALM
CLOSE Limit switch fault. Check the proper operation of the solenoid valve 90Th-4.
HEAT VENT LOAD COMPT VENT Vent flap not closed in the load compartment.
L33VG_ALM Determine the cause of the vent flap not closing.
Check the proper operation (position and wiring) of the :
TURBINE GAS VENT VALVE The position of the gas vent valve is incompatible with the
L33VG11_ALM _gas vent valve 33 VG-1.
POSITION FLT one of the valve.
_solenoid valve 20 VG-1
HEAT VENT GAS/DLN COMPT Vent flap not closed in the gas/DLN compartment.
L33VL_ALM Determine the cause of the vent flap not closing.
VENT FLAP NOT CLOSED Limit switch fault.
Check that noting is blocking the valve
GAS FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE Check the limit switch
L33VS4_1C_A Valve fault
LIMIT SWITCH NOT CLOSED Refer to specific chapters for more information about the fire
Limit switch fault
protection.
L33VS4_1O_A Valve fault
LIMIT SWITCH NOT OPEN Refer to specific chapters for more information about the fire
Limit switch fault
protection.
GAS AUX STOP VALVE POSITION Check valve
L33VS4_ALM Gas aux stop valve position fault
FAULT Check LVDT

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Rev : A
OPERATION

L33VS4_C_ALM Valve fault
CLOSED TROUBLE Refer to specific chapters for more information about the fire
Limit switch fault
protection.
L33VS4_O_ALM Valve fault
OPEN TROUBLE Refer to specific chapters for more information about the fire
Limit switch fault
protection.
WTR INJ PURGE FEED VALVE
L33WP1C_ALM Water injection purge feed valve fail to closed refer to specific volume
FAIL TO CLOSED
WTR INJ PURGE FEED VALVE
L33WP1O_ALM Water injection purge feed valve fail to open refer to specific volume
FAIL TO OPEN
WTR INJ PURGE DRAIN VALVE
L33WP2C_ALM Water injection purge drain valve fail to closed refer to specific volume
FAIL TO CLOSED
WTR INJ PURGE DRAIN VALVE
L33WP2O_ALM Water injection purge drain valve fail to open refer to specific volume
FAIL TO OPEN
WATER INJ PURGE VALVE Water injection purge valve switch trouble Check the position of water injection purge system
L33WPFB_ALM
SWITCH TROUBLE Limit switch fault. Check the limit switches.
Monitor vibration readings.
L39VA_ALM HIGH VIBRATION ALARM High vibration at one or more bearings.
Determine the cause of this trouble and repair.
VIBRATION BN GT. AXIAL SHAFT GT axial shat displacement alert
L39VCA_ALM Check vibration sensors and wiring.
DISPLACEMENT ALERT 1st step
VIBRATION BN GT. AXIAL SHAFT GT axial shat displacement alert
L39VCD_ALM Check vibration sensors and wiring.
DISPLACEMENT DANGER 2nd step
L39VD1_ALM VIBRATION SENSOR DISABLED Signal from vibration sensor is faulty. Check vibration sensors and wiring.
Vibration protection system fault. Check vibration protection system.
L39VD3_ALM VIBRATION START INHIBIT
Too many sensors in trouble or disabled. Check the vibration sensors.
Check vibration protection system.
VIBRATION DIFFERENTIAL
L39VDIFF_ALM Vibration protection system problem. Check the level of each sensor and determine the cause of
TROUBLE
the differential.
Check impedance or each vibration detector (open or short
L39VF_ALM VIBRATION TRANSDUCER FAULT Vibration detector impedance is not within normal bounds. circuit).
Check the vibration protection system.
VIB BN GEN BRG #2 RADIAL Generator bearing 2 radial shat displacement alert
L39VS10A_ALM st Check vibration sensors and wiring.
SHAFT DISPLACEMENT ALERT 1 step

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
VIB BN GEN BRG #2 RADIAL Generator bearing 2 radial shat displacement alert
L39VS10D_ALM Check vibration sensors and wiring.
SHAFT DISPLACEMENT DANGER 2nd step
VIB BN GT BRG #1 RADIAL SHAFT GT bearing 1 radial shat displacement alert
L39VS1A_ALM Check vibration sensors and wiring.
DISPLACEMENT ALERT 1st step
L39VS1D_ALM st Check vibration sensors and wiring.
DISPLACEMENT DANGER 1 step
DISPLACEMENT ALERT 2nd step
VIB BN GT BRG #2 RADIAL SHAFT GT bearing 2 radial shat displacement danger
DISPLACEMENT DANGER 2nd step
VIB BN LG BRG #1 RADIAL SHAFT
L39VS5A_ALM LG bearing #1 radial shat displacement alert Check vibration sensors and wiring.
DISPLACEMENT ALERT
L39VS5D_ALM Generator bearing 1 radial shat displacement alert Check vibration sensors and wiring.
DISPLACEMENT DANGER
DISPLACEMENT ALERT
DISPLACEMENT DANGER
DISPLACEMENT ALERT
DISPLACEMENT DANGER
DISPLACEMENT ALERT
DISPLACEMENT DANGER
VIB BN GEN BRG #1 RADIAL GEN bearing 1 radial shat displacement alert
SHAFT DISPLACEMENT ALERT 1st step
VIB BN GEN BRG #1 RADIAL GEN bearing 1 radial shat displacement alert
SHAFT DISPLACEMENT DANGER 2nd step

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
The operator can start the second compressor.

Check for leakage in the lube oil circuit.
Bearings lubrication fault. Put out of service the motor failing and isolate the compressor
Bearing wear. on the lube oil and the atomizing air circuits with the
ATOM AIR COMPRESSOR HIGH
L39VSAA_ALM Step up gear fault. corresponding valves. Then repair and put in service the
VIBRATION
Compressor fault (CA1_1 or 2). second compressor and open the isolating valves.
Mechanical fault of the motor (88 AK_1 or 2). Check the operation, the lubrication and the transmission of
the step up gear.
Check the proper operation of the vibration sensors
ATOM AIR COMPRESSOR #1 HIGH
L39VSAA1_ALM See alarm : L39VSAA_ALM See alarm : L39VSAA_ALM
VIBRATION
L39VSAA2_ALM See alarm : L39VSAA_ALM See alarm : L39VSAA_ALM
VIBRATION
Standby atomizing air compressor start. Check for leakage.
Bearing lubrication fault. Check the operation, the lubrication and the transmission of
ATOM AIR COMPRESSOR HIGH Bearing wear. the step up gear.
L39VSAT_ALM
VIBRATION TRIP Step up gear fault. Check the mechanical status of the motor and the
Mechanical fault of the motor. compressor.
Vibration sensors fault. Check the proper operation of the vibration sensors.
L39VSAT1_ALM See alarm : L39VSAT_ALM See alarm : L39VSAT_ALM
VIBRATION TRIP
The operator can start the second compressor.
Check for leakage in the lube oil circuit.
Put out of service the motor failing and isolate the compressor
Bearings lubrication fault.
on the lube oil and the atomizing air circuits with the
Bearing wear.
ATOM AIR COMPRESSOR #2 HIGH corresponding valves. Then repair and put in service the
L39VSAT2_ALM Step up gear fault.
VIBRATION TRIP second compressor and open the isolating valves.
Compressor fault (CA1_1 or 2).
Check the operation, the lubrication and the transmission of
Mechanical fault of the motor (88 AK_1 or 2).
the step up gear.
Check the proper operation of the vibration sensors 39
VS_AA2_1A and 2A.
Check for mechanical failures, observe vibration level
HIGH VIBRATION LEVEL -
L39VSD_ALM High vibration Determine the cause of this trouble and repair
SHUTDOWN
Check the vibration sensor
VIBRATION BN GEN. RADIAL Refer to specific chapter
L39VSGH_ALM Gen radial shaft displacement alert
SHAFT DISPLACEMENT ALERT Check the gen radial
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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
VIBRATION BN GEN. RADIAL Refer to specific chapter

L39VSGHH_ALM Gen radial shaft displacement danger
SHAFT DISPLACEMENT DANGER Check the gen radial
VIBRATION BN GT. LOAD GEAR GT load gear shat displacement alert
L39VSLGH_ALM Check vibration sensors and wiring.
SHAFT DISPLACEMNT ALERT
VIBRATION BN GT. LOAD GEAR GT load gear shat displacement danger
L39VSLGHHALM Check vibration sensors and wiring.
SHAFT DISPLACMNT DANGER
VIBRATION BN GT. RADIAL SHAFT Generator bearing radial shat displacement alert
L39VSTH_ALM Check vibration sensors and wiring.
DISPLACEMENT ALERT
VIBRATION BN GT. RADIAL SHAFT Generator bearing radial shat displacement danger
L39VSTHH_ALM Check vibration sensors and wiring.
DISPLACEMENT DANGER
L39VT_ALM HIGH VIBRATION LEVEL - TRIP High vibration Determine the cause of this trouble and repair
Reduce the load that will be applied to the generator before
The turbine speed is too low (< 95%) when complete reclosing the generator breaker (network problems).
L3A_ALM TURBINE UNDERSPEED
sequence is reached (L3) (end of starting sequence). Check the proper operation of the speed relay 14 HS circuit
logic.
EXHAUST PRESSURE
L3AFDEP_ALM The exhaust pressure transducer is faulty. Check the proper operation of the transducer 96 EP_1.
TRANSDUCER TROUBLE
AMBIENT PRESS FAULT-XFER TO
L3APFLT_ALM Ambient pressure transmitter fault Check ambient pressure transmitter
SITE CONST
MANUAL MODE AVR IN
L3AVR_MAN_A For indication For indication
PROGRESS
Bleed heat system fault. Check the valve position.
IBH CONTROL VALVE NOT Inlet heating control valve fault (65EP_3). Check operation of bleed heat control valve.
L3BHF1_ALM Check air supply to bleed heat control valve.
TRACKING Air supply fault.
Transmitter fault (96TH_1) Check the transmitter.
Inlet heating control valve fault (65EP_3). Check operation of bleed heat control valve.
IBH FAULT - COMPR LIM REF
L3BHF3_ALM Compressor discharge pressure transmitters fault (96CD). Check the compressor discharge pressure transmitters.
FAILED OPEN
Barometric pressure transmitter fault(96AP) Check the barometric pressure transmitter (96AP)
Bleed heat system fault trip (control valve, position Check the bleed heat system.
BLEED HEAT SYST. NOT
L3BHFT_ALM transmitter, regulation). Check the proper operation of transducer.
OPERATIONAL _ TRIP
Transducer fault(96TH) Check the regulation system.

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Bleed heat system fault. Check the valve position.

Inlet heating control valve fault (65EP_3). Check operation of bleed heat control valve.
L3BHNF_ALM BLEED HEAT CONTROL TROUBLE Check air supply to bleed heat control valve.
Air supply fault.
Transmitter fault (96TH_1) Check the transmitter.
L3CP_ALM CUSTOMER START INHIBIT Customer equipment inhibits the starting procedures. Determine which of the customer equipment inhibits the start.
INLET PRESS DROP
L3CPRI_ALM Inlet press drop transmitter fault Check inlet press drop transmitter
MEASUREMENT FAULT
UCVx AIRFLOW OR Check UCVx fan running
L3D_UCVx_AF UCVx fan trouble
OVERTEMPERATURE TROUBLE Check wiring
Check UCVx fan running
L3D_UCVx_OT UCVx OVERTEMPERATURE UCVx fan trouble
Check wiring
FSR LIMITED DUE TO DWATT
L3DWBCOKZ_AL FSR limited due to DWATT xducer failure Check DWATT xducer as soon as the GT is stopped
XDUCER FAILURE
LOSS OF EXTERNAL SETPOINT
L3DWRF Bad signal from load control transducer. Check the transducer 95 PS (setting point, power supply, link)
LOAD SIGNAL.
L3FS1C_T_ALM Shut off valve not closed position fault.
SWITCH FAIL TO CLOSED limit switch 33 FS-1.
GAS FUEL TEMPERATURE GAS Check the gas heating system.
L3FTGL_ALM Gas temperature low.
LOW Check the proper operation of the temperature switch 26 GL.
GAS FUEL TEMP LOW-
L3FTGL_XFR_A Fuel gas temperature low Check fuel gas temperature system
TRANSFER LIQUID FAULT TRIP
L3FTGLT_ALM Gas temperature low.
TOO LOW Check the proper operation of the temperature switch 26 GL.
L3FTGLZ_ALM Gas temperature low.
LOW DURING STARTUP - TRIP Check the proper operation of the temperature switch 26 GL.
Start inhibited or transfer to gas inhibited.
Check LVDT, 96GC_1, 2 (setting value, wiring).
The gas control valve feedback signal is abnormal.
Check the calibration of the VGC (refer to control
L3GCV1FLT GCV1 SERVO TROUBLE Supply fault.
specification).
Sensors defected.
Check the proper operation of the servo valve 65 GC_1.
Valve and servo valve fault.
specification).
Sensors defected.

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION

specification).
Sensors defected.
L3GCVA_ALM G1 GCV NOT FOLLOWING REF See alarm : L3GCV1FLT See alarm : L3GCV1FLT
Check LVDTs 96GC_5_6 for set point and Speedtronic
connections.
Check proper operation of :
Quaternary gas control valve VGC_3 position feedback _ servo valve 65GC_3
QUATERNARY GAS CONTROL fault. _ trip valve VH5_4
L3GCVQFLT
VALVE SERVO FAULT Quaternary gas control valve VGC_3open fault. _ hydraulic oil supply (pressure, leakage)
Quaternary gas control VGC_34 servo current fault. _ LVDTs 96GC_5_6
Check calibration of valve VGC_3.
Check proper operation of servo valve 65GC_3
Check Speedtronic connections and interface.
Pressure sensed between the gas control valve and the
speed ratio valve is abnormal. Check the pressure transmitters 96 FG_2A, 2B and 2C (wiring
GAS FUEL INTERVALVE
L3GFIVP Start inhibited or transfer to gas inhibited. supply and mechanical status).
PRESSURE TROUBLE
Transmitters fault. Check the gas fuel control.
Wiring, supply fault.
SHUT DOWN GAS LEAK TEST
L3GLTSDTC_AL Shut down gas leak test complete. No action
COMPLETE
START UP GAS LEAK TEST
L3GLTSUTC_AL Start up gas leak test complete No action
COMPLETE
STOP/SPEED RATIO VALVE NOT SRV fault. Check the valve position.
L3GRVA_ALM
TRACKING Transmitter fault (96SR-1 & 2) Check the transmitter. (96SR-1 & 2)
The gas ratio valve feedback signal is abnormal
Start inhibited or transfer to gas inhibited. Check LVDT, 96 SR_1, 2 (setting value, wiring).
GAS RATIO VALVE POSITION
L3GRVFLT Supply fault. Check the calibration of the VSR (refer to control specification
SERVO TROUBLE
Sensors defected. Check the proper operation of the servo valve 90 SR_1.
STOP/SPEED RATIO VALVE NOT SRV fault. Check the valve position.
L3GRVT_ALM
TRACKING TRIP Transmitter fault (96SR-1 & 2) Check the transmitter. (96SR-1 & 2)

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Rev : A
OPERATION
Determine the cause and correct before restarting.

Incorrect servo position Check the proper operation of the servo valve 90TV_1
L3IGVFLT_ALM IGV POSITION SERVO FAULT Loss of feedback. Check the proper operation of the solenoid valve 20 TV and
At start up, the inlet guide vane are not closed. the control system of the jack.
Check the setting values of the LVDT 96 TV.
LUBE OIL TANK TEMPERATURE Thermocouple fault. Check the thermocouples LT-OT-1A, 1B and 1C.
L3LTOT_ALM
HIGH DIFF SPREAD Lube oil pump in trouble Check the correct circulation of the lube oil.
MASTER PROTECTIVE START
L3MP_ALM Turbine not ready to start Check start check screen on the HMI
CHECK ETR FAULT
Check board power supply is correctly connected else connect
it.
Check IR port of the IO pack is protected by its metallic plate
Wrong barcode in software
else turn the plate until IR port is hidden.
L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG <R> PAIC 1A3A DIAGNOSTIC Wrong firmware loaded in IO pack
Check barcode is identical on board and inside IO hardware
IO pack Ethernet link or power supply disconnected
configuration in the software, else change barcode number,
build and download.
Check Jumper is in the same position than configured in
software else changes the position to match the software.
L3PAIC_1A3AR_FLT <R> PAIC 1A3A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
L3PAIC_1A3AS_DIAG <S> PAIC 1A3A DIAGNOSTIC See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
L3PAIC_1A3AS_FLT <S> PAIC 1A3A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
L3PAIC_1A3AT_DIAG <T> PAIC 1A3A DIAGNOSTIC See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
L3PAIC_1A3AT_FLT <T> PAIC 1A3A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
L3PAIC_1A4AR_DIAG <R> PAIC 1A4A DIAGNOSTIC See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
L3PAIC_1A4AS_DIAG <S> PAIC 1A4A DIAGNOSTIC See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AS_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AS_DIAG

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
L3PAIC_1A5AR_DIAG <R> PAIC 1A5A DIAGNOSTIC See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
L3PAIC_1A5AS_DIAG <S> PAIC 1A5A DIAGNOSTIC See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
L3PAIC_1B1AS_FLT <S> PAIC 1B1A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
L3PAIC_1B1AT_FLT <T> PAIC 1B1A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
L3PAIC_1B2AR_FLT <R> PAIC 1B2A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
L3PAIC_1C1R_FLT <R> PAIC 1C1 LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
L3PAIC_1C1S_FLT <S> PAIC 1C1 LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
L3PAIC_1C1T_FLT <T> PAIC 1C1 LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
L3PAIC_1D2AR_DIAG <R> PAIC 1D2A DIAGNOSTIC See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
L3PAIC_1D2AR_FLT <R> PAIC 1D2A FAULT See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
L3PAIC_1D2AS_DIAG <S> PAIC 1D2A DIAGNOSTIC See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
L3PAIC_1D2AS_FLT <S> PAIC 1D2A FAULT See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
L3PAIC_1D2AT_DIAG <T> PAIC 1D2A DIAGNOSTIC See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
L3PAIC_1D2AT_FLT <T> PAIC 1D2A FAULT See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
L3PAIC_2C1A_FLT PAIC 2C1A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
L3PAIC_2C1B_FLT PAIC 2C1B LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
L3PDIA_1E3A_DIAG PDIA 1E3A DIAGNOSTIC See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
L3PDIA_1E3B_DIAG PDIA 1E3A DIAGNOSTIC See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PAIC_1A3AR_DIAG
it.
Check IR port of the IO pack is protected by its metallic
plate,else turn the plate until IR port is hidden.
L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT <R> PDIA 1E5 LINK FAULT Wrong firmware loaded in IO pack
build and download.
L3PDIA_1E5S_FLT <S> PDIA 1E5 LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT See alarm : L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT
L3PDIA_1E5T_FLT <T> PDIA 1E5 LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT See alarm : L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT
L3PDIA_1F5R_FLT <R> PDIA 1F5 LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT See alarm : L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT
L3PDIA_1F5S_FLT <S> PDIA 1F5 LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT See alarm : L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT
L3PDIA_1F5T_FLT <T> PDIA 1F5 LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT See alarm : L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT
L3PDIA_1G5R_FLT <R> PDIA 1G5 LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT See alarm : L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT
L3PDIA_1G5S_FLT <S> PDIA 1G5 LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT See alarm : L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT
L3PDIA_1G5T_FLT <T> PDIA 1G5 LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT See alarm : L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT
L3PDIA_1H5_FLT PDIA 1H5 LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT See alarm : L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT
L3PDIA_2E1R_FLT <R> PDIA 2E1 LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT See alarm : L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT
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Rev : A
OPERATION

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
L3PDIA_2H5_FLT PDIA 2H5 LINK FLT See alarm : L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT See alarm : L3PDIA_1E5R_FLT
it.
L3PDOA_1E1R_FLT <R> PDOA 1E1 LINK FAULT Wrong firmware loaded in IO pack
build and download.
L3PDOA_1E1S_FLT <S> PDOA 1E1 LINK FAULT See alarm : : L3PDOA_1E1R_FLT See alarm : : L3PDOA_1E1R_FLT
L3PDOA_1E1T_FLT <T> PDOA 1E1 LINK FAULT See alarm : : L3PDOA_1E1R_FLT See alarm : : L3PDOA_1E1R_FLT
L3PDOA_1E2R_FLT <R> PDOA 1E2 LINK FAULT See alarm : : L3PDOA_1E1R_FLT See alarm : : L3PDOA_1E1R_FLT
L3PDOA_1F1R_FLT <R> PDOA 1F1 LINK FAULT See alarm : : L3PDOA_1E1R_FLT See alarm : : L3PDOA_1E1R_FLT
L3PDOA_1F1S_FLT <S> PDOA 1F1 LINK FAULT See alarm : : L3PDOA_1E1R_FLT See alarm : : L3PDOA_1E1R_FLT
L3PDOA_1F1T_FLT <T> PDOA 1F1 LINK FAULT See alarm : : L3PDOA_1E1R_FLT See alarm : : L3PDOA_1E1R_FLT
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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
L3PDOA_1G1R_FLT <R> PDOA 1G1 LINK FAULT See alarm : : L3PDOA_1E1R_FLT See alarm : : L3PDOA_1E1R_FLT
L3PDOA_1G1S_FLT <S> PDOA 1G1 LINK FAULT See alarm : : L3PDOA_1E1R_FLT See alarm : : L3PDOA_1E1R_FLT
L3PDOA_1G1T_FLT <T> PDOA 1G1 LINK FAULT See alarm : : L3PDOA_1E1R_FLT See alarm : : L3PDOA_1E1R_FLT
L3PDOA_1H1_FLT PDOA 1H1 LINK FAULT See alarm : : L3PDOA_1E1R_FLT See alarm : : L3PDOA_1E1R_FLT
it.
Check IR port of the IO pack is protected by its metallic plate,
L3PPDA_1D6A_FLT PPDA 1D6A LINK FAULT Wrong firmware loaded in IO pack
build and download.
software, else change the position to match the software.
Check firmware is correct in the IO pack, else download again

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Rev : A
OPERATION

it.
L3PPRO_1C4AR_DIAG <R> PPRO DIAGNOSTIC Wrong firmware loaded in IO pack
build and download.
L3PPRO_1C4AS_DIAG <S> PPRO DIAGNOSTIC See alarm : L3PPRO_1C4AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PPRO_1C4AR_DIAG
L3PPRO_1C4AT_DIAG <T> PPRO DIAGNOSTIC See alarm : L3PPRO_1C4AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PPRO_1C4AR_DIAG
Diagnostic alarm on the dedicated card PPRO Check Diagnostic alarm relating to the card mentioned by
L3PPRO_1D1AX_FLT <X> PPRO 1D1A
communication fault using the toolbox.
L3PPRO_1D1AY_FLT <Y> PPRO 1D1A
L3PPRO_1D1AZ_FLT <Z> PPRO 1D1A
it.
L3PRTD_1C2A_FLT PRTD 1C2A LINK FAULT Wrong firmware loaded in IO pack
build and download.
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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
L3PRTD_1C2B_FLT PRTD 1C2B LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PRTD_1C2A_FLT See alarm : L3PRTD_1C2A_FLT
L3PRTD_1C3A_FLT PRTD 1C3A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PRTD_1C2A_FLT See alarm : L3PRTD_1C2A_FLT
L3PRTD_1C3B_FLT PRTD 1C3B LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PRTD_1C2A_FLT See alarm : L3PRTD_1C2A_FLT
it.
L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT <R> PSVO 1A5A LINK FAULT Wrong firmware loaded in IO pack
build and download.
L3PSVO_1A5AS_FLT <S> PSVO 1A5A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT See alarm : L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT
L3PSVO_1A5AT_FLT <T> PSVO 1A5A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT See alarm : L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT
L3PSVO_1B5AR_FLT <R> PSVO 1B5A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT See alarm : L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT
L3PSVO_1B5AS_FLT <S> PSVO 1B5A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT See alarm : L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT
L3PSVO_1B5AT_FLT <T> PSVO 1B5A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT See alarm : L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT
L3PSVO_1C4AR_FLT <R> PSVO 1C4A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT See alarm : L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT
L3PSVO_1C4AS_FLT <S> PSVO 1C4A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT See alarm : L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT
L3PSVO_1C4AT_FLT <T> PSVO 1C4A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT See alarm : L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT
L3PSVO_1C5AR_FLT <R> PSVO 1C5A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT See alarm : L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT
L3PSVO_1C5AS_FLT <S> PSVO 1C5A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT See alarm : L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT
L3PSVO_1C5AT_FLT <T> PSVO 1C5A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT See alarm : L3PSVO_1A5AR_FLT

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Rev : A
OPERATION

it.
L3PTCC_1J1A_FLT PTCC 1J1A LINK FAULT Wrong firmware loaded in IO pack
build and download.
L3PTCC_1J1B_FLT PTCC 1J1B LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PTCC_1J1A_FLT See alarm : L3PTCC_1J1A_FLT
L3PTCC_1J2A_FLT PTCC 1J2A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PTCC_1J1A_FLT See alarm : L3PTCC_1J1A_FLT
EXHAUST TC VTCC
L3PTCC_ALM See alarm : L3PTCC_1J1A_FLT See alarm : L3PTCC_1J1A_FLT
COMMUNICATIONS FAULT

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Rev : A
OPERATION

it.
L3PTUR_1C1AR_DIAG <R> PTUR 1C1A DIAGNOSTIC Wrong firmware loaded in IO pack
build and download.
L3PTUR_1C1AR_FLT <R> PTUR 1C1A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PTUR_1C1AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PTUR_1C1AR_DIAG
L3PTUR_1C1AS_DIAG <S> PTUR 1C1A DIAGNOSTIC See alarm : L3PTUR_1C1AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PTUR_1C1AR_DIAG
L3PTUR_1C1AS_FLT <S> PTUR 1C1A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PTUR_1C1AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PTUR_1C1AR_DIAG
L3PTUR_1C1AT_DIAG <T> PTUR 1C1A DIAGNOSTIC See alarm : L3PTUR_1C1AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PTUR_1C1AR_DIAG
L3PTUR_1C1AT_FLT <T> PTUR 1C1A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PTUR_1C1AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PTUR_1C1AR_DIAG
L3PTUR_1C1AT_FLT <T> PTUR 1C1A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PTUR_1C1AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PTUR_1C1AR_DIAG
L3PTUR_1D3AS_FLT <S> PTUR 1D3A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PTUR_1C1AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PTUR_1C1AR_DIAG
L3PTUR_1D3AT_FLT <T> PTUR 1D3A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PTUR_1C1AR_DIAG See alarm : L3PTUR_1C1AR_DIAG

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Rev : A
OPERATION

it.
L3PVIB_1A1AR_FLT <R> PVIB 1A1A LINK FAULT Wrong firmware loaded in IO pack
build and download.
software, else change the position to match the software
L3PVIB_1A1AS_FLT <S> PVIB 1A1A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PVIB_1A1AR_FLT See alarm : L3PVIB_1A1AR_FLT
L3PVIB_1A1AT_FLT <T> PVIB 1A1A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PVIB_1A1AR_FLT See alarm : L3PVIB_1A1AR_FLT
L3PVIB_1A2AR_FLT <R> PVIB 1A2A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PVIB_1A1AR_FLT See alarm : L3PVIB_1A1AR_FLT
L3PVIB_1A2AS_FLT <S> PVIB 1A2A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PVIB_1A1AR_FLT See alarm : L3PVIB_1A1AR_FLT
L3PVIB_1A2AT_FLT <T> PVIB 1A2A LINK FAULT See alarm : L3PVIB_1A1AR_FLT See alarm : L3PVIB_1A1AR_FLT
L3PVIB_1E1AR_DIAG <R> PVIB 1E1A DIAGNOSTIC See alarm : L3PVIB_1A1AR_FLT See alarm : L3PVIB_1A1AR_FLT
L3PVIB_1E2AR_DIAG <R> PVIB 1E2A DIAGNOSTIC See alarm : L3PVIB_1A1AR_FLT See alarm : L3PVIB_1A1AR_FLT
L3PVIB_1E2AS_DIAG <S> PVIB 1E2A DIAGNOSTIC See alarm : L3PVIB_1A1AR_FLT See alarm : L3PVIB_1A1AR_FLT
STARTUP/SHUTDOW <C> COMM Check the power supply.
L3SFLT_ALM Common I/O communication loss.
FAILLURE Replace faulty component.
Check the cranking motor cell, the breaker and the electrical
motor.
Identify the faulty circuit and repair.
L3SMT_ALM STARTING DEVICE TRIP Failure of cranking motor to start.
CAUTION:
Take the safety recommendation for working on medium
voltage.
Check sensors
L3STAK1_TRB 88AK1 STATOR TEMP TROUBLE One of the three sensor is not ok
Check motor
Check sensors
L3STAK2_TRB 88AK21 STATOR TEMP TROUBLE One of the three sensor is not ok
Check motor

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Rev : A
OPERATION
Check the transmitters.

LOSS OF COMPR DISCHARGE
L3TFLT_ALM Bad signal from compressor pressure transmitter. Check the associated connections for proper bias signal.
PRESS BIAS
Check the pressure
CORRECTING TNR DRIFT ON IGV
L3TM_ALM Refer to bleed heating commissioning manual & A010 For information
TEMP MATCH
TNR OUTSIDE IGV TMP MATCH
L3TM_TRP Refer to bleed heating commissioning manual & A010 For information
RANGE TRIP TM
DWATT TOO LOW TO SUPPORT Check fuel supply
L3TNRERRX Dwatt too low to support tnr_tnr lower
TNR,TNR LOWER Check FSR limitation
FORCED COOLDOWN DUE TO
L3TTWS_ALM Forced cool down due to co2 release For information
CO2 RELEASE
HEAT VENT GAS PRESS ULTRA
L3VLST_ALM Gas feeding pressure low Check the feeding of gas fuel
LOW DOWNSTREAM SSOV
Control system fault Control system fault
GAS FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE
L3VS4_1C_T_A Valve fault Valve fault
SWITCH FAIL TO CLOSED
Switch fault Switch fault
EXHAUST TC VTCC VTCC board fault Change the VTCC board
L3VTCC_ALM
COMMUNICATIONS FAULT VTCC board out of the VME rack Put the VTCC board into the VME rack
The "on line" water wash is inhibited because the Wait that the compressor inlet temperature is superior to
L3WCTIM_ALM ON LINE WATER WASH INHIBITED
compressor inlet temperature is low (< LKWCTIM). LKWCTIM constant or select the ‘anti-icing circuit ‘if provided.
Investigate synchronization system to determine exact cause
Unit did not synchronize and close generator breaker within
L3Z_ALM FAILURE TO SYNCHRONIZE of problem.
the normal expected time (K3Z).
Check the stability of the turbine speed control.
Finish calibration
L43ADJ_ALM VSVO IN CALIBRATION MODE VSVO in calibration mode
Set off calibration mode
DAMPER LOCAL CONTROL MODE
L43BBLR_ALM damper local control mode of diverter Check damper position
OF DIVERTER
MAINTENANCE - FORCING MODE Auto calibrate, memory changing or logic forcing mode of
L43MAINT_ALM When done with the operation, deselect the operation.
ENABLED operation has been selected.
FIRE PROTEC AUX/TURB/LOAD
L45FP1_ALM Fire detected See alarm : L33CL1_ALM
COMPT FIRE PRE-DETECTION
PRE-FIRE
COMPT PRE-FIRE

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Rev : A
OPERATION
FIRE PROTEC GAS COMPT PRE-

FIRE
FIRE PROTECTION ZONE 5 PRE-
FIRE
L45FTX_ALM GENERAL ALARM Fire detected See alarm : L33CL1_ALM
L45FTX1_ALM Fire detected See alarm : L33CL1_ALM
COMPT FIRE
FIRE
COMPT FIRE
L45FTX4_ALM FIRE PROTEC GAS COMPT FIRE Fire detected See alarm : L33CL1_ALM
L45FTX5_ALM FIRE PROTECTION ZONE 5 FIRE Fire detected See alarm : L33CL1_ALM
Check the power supply of fire protection system.
Check fire detectors and the electrical circuit. This trouble must
be corrected as soon as possible.
NOTE:
L45FV_ALM UV FIRE DETECTION ANY ZONE Ionic smoke detection Before this search, the fire protection must be inhibited. Do not
forget to put again in service as soon as the maintenance is
finished.
Refer to specific chapters for more information about the fire
protection.

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Rev : A
OPERATION
Gas leak detection alarm may be generated either by gas

detection loop fault or by a real gas leak.
Refer to Gas detection control system cabinet and relevant
component literature for detailed fault analysis.
Gas leak detection alarm must be considered as high priority.
Continued operation of the turbine is not recommended.
Proceed to normal shutdown to avoid later trip by higher
detection level.
For dual fuel machine, do not transfer to liquid fuel. This will not
eliminate the leak if situated downstream the gas control
valves. The leak shall remain at the same place with other fluid
(e.g. purging air).
Do not open the door of the enclosure, keeps the area around
HZD GAS DETEC GAS COMP
L45HA4_ALM A leak of gas is detected in the DLN compartment. free of people.
CARD FLT - WAY #4
Access to enclosure is only permitted when the main gas valve
is closed and the line depressurised, the unit is stopped, on
cooling sequence by ratchet system (Frame 6000B) or by
barring sstem (Other Frame) with issuing of the relevant access
permit or permit to work.
Visual check the flanges (Refer to Residual risks
summary/Maintenance phase) and the flexible metal hoses
(Refer to GEK 111694) and all other connections.
Pressurise the length/section of pipe according to End User
procedure and appropriate precautions. It may be worth to use
portable gas detectors and/or leak detection liquids or spray to
find what caused the alarm.
Repair the leak and reset the alarm after investigation.
HZD GAS DETEC GAS CAB-VENT
L45HA4H_ALM A leak of gas is detected in the DLN compartment. See alarm : L45HA4_ALM
DUCT HIGH LEVEL
HZD GAS DETEC GAS CAB A leak of gas is detected in the DLN/auxiliaries
L45HA4HH_ALM See alarm : L45HA4_ALM
COMPT#4 HIGH HIGH LEVEL compartment.#4
HZD GAS DETEC GAS CAB- VENT
L45HA4T_ALM A leak of gas is detected in the ventilation compartment See alarm : L45HA4_ALM
DUCT TRIP
HZD GAS DETEC GAS COMP
L45HA5_ALM A leak of gas is detected in the DLN compartment. See alarm : L45HA4_ALM
CARD FLT - WAY #5

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Rev : A
OPERATION
HZD GAS DETEC GAS
L45HA6_ALM A leak of gas is detected in the DLN compartment. See alarm : L45HA4_ALM
COMPCARD FLT - WAY #6
HZD GAS DETEC HIGH HIGH
L45HGDHH_ALM A leak of gas is detected in the ventilation compartment See alarm : L45HA4_ALM
LEVEL INFORMATION
HZD GAS DETEC FAILURE - SHUT
L45HGDSD_ALM A leak of gas is detected in the ventilation compartment See alarm : L45HA4_ALM
DOWN
Gas leak detection alarm may be generated either by gas
detection loop fault or by a real gas leak.
Refer to Gas detection control system cabinet and relevant
component literature for detailed fault analysis.
Gas leak detection alarm must be considered as high priority.
Continued operation of the turbine is not recommended.
Proceed to normal shutdown to avoid later trip by higher
detection level.
For dual fuel machine, do not transfer to liquid fuel. This will not
eliminate the leak. The leak shall remain at the same place with
other fluid (e.g. purging air).
Do not open the door of the enclosure, keep the area around
HZD GAS DETEC TURB COMP
L45HT1_ALM Gas level high detected in the turbine compartment. free of people.
CARD FLT - WAY #1
Access to enclosure is only permitted when the unit is stopped,
on cooling sequence by ratchet system (Frame 6000B) or by
barring system (Other Frame) with issuing of the relevant
access permit or permit to work.
Visual check the flanges (Refer to Residual risks
summary/Maintenance phase) and the flexible metal hoses
(Refer to GEK 111694).
Pressurise the length/section of pipe according to End User
procedure and appropriate precautions. It may be worth using
portable gas detectors and/or leak detection liquids or spray to
find what caused the alarm.
Repair the leak and reset the alarm after investigation.

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Rev : A
OPERATION
HZD GAS DETEC TURBINE

L45HT1H_ALM COMPT- TURB FRAME HIGH A leak of gas is detected in the turbine compartment.#1 See alarm : L45HT1_ALM
LEVEL
L45HT1HH_ALM A leak of gas is detected in the turbine compartment.#1 See alarm : L45HT1_ALM
COMPT#1 HIGH HIGH LEVEL
HZD GAS DETEC TURBINE Check for leakage in the gas turbine compartment.
L45HT1T_ALM Turbine compartment level very high.
COMPT-TURBINE FRAME TRIP Check the gas sensors
L45HT2_ALM A leak of gas is detected in the turbine compartment.#2 See alarm : L45HT1_ALM
CARD FLT - WAY #2
L45HT3_ALM A leak of gas is detected in the turbine compartment. See alarm : L45HT1_ALM
CARD FLT - WAY #3
CARD FLT - WAY #4
L45HT4H_ALM A leak of gas is detected in the ventilation compartment. See alarm : L45HT1_ALM
COMPT- VENT DUCT HIGH LEVEL
L45HT4T_ALM A leak of gas is detected in the ventilation compartment See alarm : L45HT1_ALM
COMPT- VENTILATION DUCT TRIP
CARD FLT - WAY #5
CARD FLT - WAY #6
L45S_ALM SMOKE DETECTED IN TCC Smoke detected in TCC See alarm : L33CL1_ALM

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Rev : A
OPERATION
Check equipment which is the cause of the problem in the

TURBINE INCOMPLETE normal sequence : starting system power, fuel control,
L48_ALM Failure of the unit reach complete sequence
SEQUENCE acceleration loop.
Check if the AUTO order has been executed.
ATOM AIR COMPRESSOR MOTOR
L49AK_ALM 20AA-2 or 20AA-5 closed Check 20AA2 and 20AA-5 not close
OVERLOAD
Electrical motor fault. Check the mechanical status of the motor and the fan.
LUBE OIL COMPT VENT FAN
L49BL_ALM Motor supply fault. Check the motor supply (fuses, breaker, connection).
MOTOR OVERLOAD
Mechanical fault of the motor and the fan. Check the overload relay
Transfer to the second fan.
Check the mechanical status of the motor and the fan.
#2 BRG AREA LAG FAN MOTOR Electrical motor fault.
L49BN_ALM Check the motor supply (fuses, breaker, connection).
OVERLOAD Motor supply fault.
Check the overload relay
Mechanical fault of the motor and the fan.
TURB COMPARTMENT VENT
L49BT_ALM Motor supply fault. Check the motor supply (fuses, breaker, connection).
FANS OVERLOAD
Mechanical fault of fan. Check the mechanical status of the motor and the fan.
LIQ FUEL COMPT VENT FAN
L49FV_ALM Electrical motor fault. Check the motor supply (fuses, breaker, connection).
MOTOR OVERLOAD
Motor supply fault. Check the overload relay
Fan motor overload.(88FV) Check the mechanical status of the motor and the fan.
GENERATOR COMPART COOLING
L49GV_ALM Mechanical fault of the motor or the fan. Check the motor supply (fuses, breaker, connection).
FAN OVERLOAD
Motor supply fault. Check the overload relays.
The second oil pump motors starts (88 HQ_1 or 2).
Check the mechanical status of the pump and the motor.
Short circuit.
HYDRAULIC OIL PUMP MOTOR Check the motor supply (fuses, breaker, connection)
L49HQ_ALM Mechanical fault of the pump and the motor (88 HQ_1 or 2
OVERLOAD Check the proper operation of the overload relays 49 HQ_1
or PH_1 or 2).
and 2:
Motor supply fault.
AA & WI COMPT VENT FAN
L49JS_ALM W.I. Compartment ventilation over load Check clean less of the fan
MOTOR OVERLOAD
The second pump starts (88 QA_1 or 2). Check for short circuit and fuses.
LUBE OIL PUMP MOTOR Short circuit. Check the mechanical status of the pump.
L49QA_ALM
OVERLOAD Mechanical fault of the pump (PQ1_1 or 2). Check the overload relays 49 QA_1 or 2.
Overload relay fault. After corrective action, switch on the drawer protection.
Check lube oil heater
L49QT_ALM LUBE OIL HEATER FAULT Lube oil heater not running
Check electrical circuit

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
The second mist eliminator motor starts (88 QV_1A or 1B). Check the mechanical status of the fan.
MIST ELIMINATOR MOTOR Mechanical fault of fan. Check that the vent is not clogged.
L49QV_ALM
OVERLOAD Fan outlet clogged. Check the motor supply (fuses, breaker, connection)
Motor supply fault. Check the overload 49 QV_1 or 2.
TURB SHELL & EXH FRAME MTR Electrical motor fault.
L49TK_ALM Check the motor supply (fuses, breaker, connection).
OVERLOAD Motor supply fault.
Check the overload relay
Mechanical fault of the motor and the fan.
LOAD COMPARTMENT COOLING Check the motor supply (fuses, breaker, connections, short
L49VG_ALM Motor or fan fault (88VG).
FAN MOTOR OVERLOAD circuit).
Motor supply fault.
Check the overload relay 49VG_1 or 2.
DLN COMPARTMENT VENT FANS
L49VL_ALM Motor supply fault. Check the motor supply (fuses, breaker, connection).
OVERLOAD
Check auxiliary motors to determine which motor is overloaded
and the cause of the overloading.
L49X_ALM AUXILIARY MOTOR OVERLOAD One of the auxiliary motors is overloaded. On the defective motor, check the overload relay, the fuses ,
the motor with the cables.
Check the set point of the overload relay.
L4AAT ATOMIZING AIR SYSTEM TRIP Problem with atomizing air system Investigate atomizing air system
L4BOILT_ALM GT TRIP ORDER FROM BOILER GT trip from boiler Refer to specific volume.
GT TRIP ORDER #2 FROM
L4BOILT2_ALM GT trip order #2 from boiler Check boiler
BOILER
Customer trips input to the L4CT logic have caused an Determine which of the customer trip devices caused the trip
L4CT_ALM CUSTOMER TRIP
automatic trip of the unit. and correct.
L4DLNT DRY LOW NOX SYSTEM TRIP DLN system fault, trip is required. Check DLN system trips and all other annunciated alarms.
REGULATION FAN BLOCK
L4FCBRUN_ALM Regulation block – fan starts For information
STARTS
GENERATOR PROTECTION
L4GP_ALM Refer to specific volume. Refer to specific volume.
GROUPED ALARM
GENERATOR PROTECTION
L4GP_T_ALM Refer to specific volume. Refer to specific volume.
GROUPED TRIP
GAS PURGE FAULT PRE-IGNITION
L4GPF_PIT Gas purge skid fault Check gas purge skid
TRIP

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Rev : A
OPERATION
Check the I.G.V. control system.

The I.G.V. position is not correct.
INLET GUIDE VANE CONTROL Check the proper operation and the setting values of the
L4IGVT_ALM Adjustment of the hydraulic jack.
FAULT TRIP LVDT 96 TV.
Problem of the setting values.
Check the adjustment of the hydraulic jack.
DC PUMP FIRST STEP TIMER
L4QESTP1_ALM 88QE fault Check 88QE
FAILURE
DC PUMP 2ND STEP TIMER
L4QESTP2_ALM 88QE fault Check 88QE
FAILURE
L4QETRPZ_ALM AC PUMP FAILURE TRIP 88QA fault Check 88QA
DC PUMP TEST FAILED. PUMP Pump fault Check pump
L4QETST_ALM
DID NOT START Pressure switch fault Check pressure switch
88TK RUNNING BELOW MINIMUM
L4TKRUN_ALM For information For information
OPERATING SPEED
Check the time over current relay 51 QE.
EMERGENCY LUBE OIL
L51QE_ALM The emergency lube oil pump is faulty. Check the mechanical status of the pump.
OVERLOAD
Check supply of the motor pump.
Check the time over current relay 51 QE.
L51QEFLT_ALM DC PUMP ABNORMAL POWER The emergency lube oil pump is faulty. Check the mechanical status of the pump.
Check supply of the motor pump.
HEAT VENT LOAD Check the power supply of the motor drawer in the T.C.C.
L51VG_ALM COMPARTMENT VENT. The load compartment cooling fan motor is not running. Check the relay 51 VG.
ELECTRICAL FAULT Determine the trouble and repair as soon as possible.
ATOMIZING AIR COMP LAG
L52AK_ALM Atomizing air comp lag motor running For information
MOTOR RUNNING
NORMAL INCOMNG CIRCUIT
L52AR_ALM MCC Normal or standby incoming Breaker fault. Check breaker 52 AR
BREAKER OPEN
STANDBY INCOMING CIRCUIT
L52AS_ALM MCC Normal or standby incoming Breaker fault. Check breaker 52AS
BREAKER OPEN
AAWI COMPARTMENT HEATER
L52AV_ALM AAWI compartment heater feedback fault Check AAWI compartment heater feedback
FEEDBACK FAULT
LUBE OIL COMPT VENT Vent fault Check 88BL1 & 2
L52BL_ALM
FEEDBACK FAULT L52BL fault Check 52BL1 & 2

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Transfer to the second fan. Check the mechanical status of the motor and the fan.
HEAT VENT TURBINE Electrical motor fault (88 BT_1 or 2). Check the motor supply (fuses, breaker, connection).
L52BT_ALM
COMPARTMENT VENT. FAULT Motor supply fault. Check the overload relay 49 BT
Mechanical fault of the motor and the fan. Check the temperature switch 26BT.
CSF BREAKER CLOSURE Breaker closing system fault Check the breaker closing system
L52CSF_ALM
TROUBLE Something is blocking the breaker closing Check that nothing is blocking the breaker closing
Determine the breaker, which is open, and find the reason of its
Breaker opened by operator or tripped by high motor position (overload, fuses fault, defected motor, mechanical
L52FC1_2_ALM COOLING WATER FANS#1
temperature. problem of the motor or the fan, supply, etc.).
Correct cause of problem and close breaker.
L52FC11_12_A COOLING WTER FANS#11 See alarm : L52FC1_2_ALM See alarm : L52FC1_2_ALM
L52FC3_4_ALM COOLING WATER FANS#3 See alarm : L52FC1_2_ALM See alarm : L52FC1_2_ALM
L52FC9_10_AL COOLING WTER FANS#9 See alarm : L52FC1_2_ALM See alarm : L52FC1_2_ALM
LIQUID FUEL COMPARTMENT
L52FS_ALM Liquid fuel compartment heater feedback fault Check liquid fuel compartment heater feedback
HEATER FEEDBACK FAULT
Transfer to the second fan. Check the mechanical status of the motor and the fan.
Electrical motor fault (88 FV_1 or 2). Check the motor supply (fuses, breaker, connection).
L52FV_ALM LIQUID FUEL COMP. VENT. FAULT
Motor supply fault. Check the overload relay
Mechanical fault of the motor and the fan. Check the temperature switch.
Determine device that tripped the breaker.
The problem should be corrected before coupling again.
Generator breaker has been tripped by an automatic
L52G_ALM GENERATOR BREAKER TRIPPED NOTE :
protective device or manually.
For a new coupling, one must give a new start order for
proper operation of synchronizing sequence.
GENERATOR COMPT FAN
L52GV_ALM Generator compartment fan breaker fault Check generator compartment fan breaker
BREAKER FAULT
AIR INLET DUCT HEATER 23BL-1
L52HBL1_ALM Heater 23BL-1 activation requested, but not running Refer to L52HL_ALM
FEEDBACK FAULT
AIR INLET DUCT HEATER 23BL-1
L52HBL1_ALM Heater 23BL-1 activation requested, but not running Refer to L52HL_ALM
FEEDBACK FAULT

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Check for leakage.

Check the mechanical status of the motor and the pump.
The second hydraulic oil pump starts (88 HQ_1 or 2). Check the motor supply (fuses, breaker, connection)
AUXILIARY HYDRAULIC OIL PUMP Motor, pump fault (88 HQ_1 or 2 or PH_1 or 2). Check the proper operation of :
L52HQ_ALM
MOTOR RUNNING Motor supply fault. _ the pressure switch 63 HQ_1.
Oil leakage on HP circuit. _ the pressure transmitter 96 HQ_1.
_ the overload relays 49 HQ_1 and 2.
Check the status of the filter (an alarm must appear).
GAS TURBINE COMPARTMENT
L52HT1_ALM Gas turbine compartment heater feedback fault Check gas turbine compartment heater feedback
DLN COMPARTMENT HEATER
L52HVL_ALM DLN compartment heater feedback fault Check DLN compartment heater feedback fault
FEEDBACK FAULT
AAWI COMPT VENT FEEDBACK
L52JS_ALM AAWI compartment vent feedback fault Check the AAWI compartment vent feedback
FAULT
L52L_ALM LINE BREAKER TRIPPED Line breaker tripped Refer to specific documents.
LUBE OIL STANDBY PUMP
L52QALAG_ALM Lube oil standby pump motor running For information
MOTOR RUNNING
LUBE OIL IMMERSION HEATER
L52QT_ALM Lube oil immersion heater on For information
ON
NORMAL OR STANDBY INCOMING
L52RS_ALM_A Information coming from CCM Check CCM system
BREAKER IN FAULT
NORMAL OR STANDBY INCOMING
L52RSTMR_ALM Information coming from CCM Check CCM system
BREAKER CONTROL VOLTAGE
Check the turning gear motor drawer 88 TG (fuses, breaker,
The turning gear motor is not running during the turning
L52TG_ALM TURNING GEAR MOTOR FAULT relay, power supply).
gear sequence.
Check the AC supply power.
LOAD GEAR COMPARTMENT
L52VA_ALM Load gear compartment heater feedback fault Check load gear compartment heater feedback fault
Check the electrical status of the motor.
HEAT VENT LOAD One of the two fan is in trouble
L52VG_ALM Check the motor supply (breaker, fuses, connection).
COMPARTMENT VENT. FAULT One of the two motors is in trouble 88VG_1 or 88VG_2.
Check the fan in trouble.
Motor supply fault .

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Rev : A
OPERATION
The second fan motor starts (88VL_1 or 2).

Check the electrical status of the motor.
HEAT VENT DLN COMPARTMENT One of the two fan is in trouble
L52VL_ALM Check the motor supply (breaker, fuses, connection).
VENT. FAULT One of the two motors is in trouble 88VL_1 or 88VL_2.
Check the fan in trouble.
Motor supply fault.
Determine the breaker, which is open, and find the reason of
COOLING WATER MOTOR Breaker opened by operator or tripped by high motor its position (overload, fuses fault, defected motor, mechanical
L52WCY_ALM
BREAKER OPEN temperature. problem of the motor or the fan, supply, etc.).
Correct cause of problem and close breaker.
VPRO - OS SETPOINT CONFIG
L5CFG_TRP_AL Bad over speed configuration trip Change the over speed configuration trip with the toolbox
ERROR TRIP
Correct abnormality that caused the operator to push the
L5E_ALM MANUAL TRIP_LOCAL The emergency stop pushbutton has been pressed.
emergency stop pushbutton.
EMERGENCY MANUAL PB TRIP - Correct abnormality that caused the operator to push the
L5E_TCP_ALM Manual trip from Speed push button
TCP PANEL emergency stop pushbutton.
TRIP CPB FROM LUBE OIL The emergency stop pushbutton has been pressed from Correct abnormality that caused the operator to push the
L5E1_ALM
MODULE lube oil module. emergency stop pushbutton.
TRIP CPB FROM GAS TURBINE The emergency stop pushbutton has been pressed from Correct abnormality that caused the operator to push the
L5E1PB_ALM
PANEL gas turbine module. emergency stop pushbutton.
TRIP CPB FROM LUBE AAWI The emergency stop pushbutton has been pressed from Correct abnormality that caused the operator to push the
L5E3_ALM
MODULE AAWI module. emergency stop pushbutton.
E-STOP 1 PROTECTIVE CIRCUIT
L5ESTOP1_ALM Emergency stop by protective circuit. Correct abnormality that caused the emergency stop
LATCHED
Check that the problem for witch the emergency stop pb was
VPRO - EMERGENCY STOP PB pressed is resolved
L5ESTOP1_FZA Someone has depressed the emergency stop problem
DEPRESSED WARNING Never depress the emergency stop PB before to
be sure the problem is resolved
PROTECTIVE VPRO CARD TRIP -
L5VPRO_LATCH Protective VPRO card trip - latched For information
LATCH
TURBINE STARTUP BOGGED Check trip diagram on HMI
L60BOG_ALM Problems during start up
DOWN - TRIP Refer to specific alarm(s)
Manual FSR (fuel stroke reference) control has not been
L60FSRG_ALM FSR GAG NOT AT MAX LIMIT reset to a position where it will not interfere with automatic Raise the manual FSR control to maximum.
FSR control.
FSR TEMPERATURE REFERENCE
L60TRF_ALM The regulation is in FSR temperature control. Check the regulation system CPD.
ACTIVE

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Rev : A
OPERATION
COOLDOWN SEQUENCE The cool down sequence has been interrupted before the Continue cool down sequence except in the case of major
L62CD_ALM
RUNNING end of normal cycle. problem.
WARNING : VENTIL AFTER OFF
L62WWY_ALM Ventilation system fault Check ventilation system
LINE INTERRUPTED
Check atomizing air system.
Check the valves .are correctly positioned.
Atomizing air compressor not providing adequate pressure. Check for leakage.
Normal shutdown. Check the status (mechanical and electrical) of the
ATOMIZING AIR DIFFERENTIAL Lack of air at the upstream of the compressor. compressors and the step up gears.
L63ADL_ALM
PRESSURE LOW Compressor fault (CA1_1 or 2). Check motor.
Step up gear fault. Check the check valves before step up gears.
Motor fault (88 AK_1 or 2). Check the proper operation of the pressure switches 63 AD_1,
2 and their setting point.
Check the proper operation of the transmitter 96AD_1.
Check the differential pressure switches 63 AD_1 and 3
ATOMIZING AIR DIFF. PRESS.
L63ADL_SENSR Pressure switches fault. (operation and setting point).
SWITCH TROUBLE
Check the proper operation of the transmitter 96AD_1
ATOMIZING AIR FILTER DIFF The atomizing air filter is dirty FA5_1. Clean or change the air filter if necessary.
L63AF1H_ALM
PRESS HIGH Transmitter fault 96AF_1. Check the transmitter.
LO COMP INLET FILTER
L63BLH_ALM The by pass of LO Comp inlet filter is clogged Clean inlet air filter
CLOGGED - BY PASS OPEN
TURB COMP INLET FILTER The by pass of the turbine compartment inlet filter is
L63BTH_ALM Clean heat vent aux compartment inlet air filter
CLOGGED - BY PASS OPEN clogged
L63CPDL_ALM CPD PRESSURE LOW ALARM CPD pressure low alarm Check GT compressor system
Check the filter status. Change it, if necessary.
Check the differential pressure switch 63 CS (operation and
TURB AIR INLET DIFF PRESS Inlet filter dirty.
L63CS1H_ALM setting point).
HIGH Pressure switch fault.
NOTE:
Refer to specific volumes for Air filter maintenance.
Check the differential pressure switch 63 CS (operation and
COMPRESSOR INLET DIFF Inlet filter dirty.
L63CS2CH_ALM setting point).
PRESSURE HIGH ALARM Pressure switch fault.
NOTE:

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Rev : A
OPERATION

Check the differential pressure switches 63 CS (operation and
COMPRESSOR INLET DIFF
L63CSH_ALM Inlet filter dirty. setting point).
PRESSURE HIGH TRIP
NOTE:
The pressure in the exhaust duct has risen above Inspect exhaust filter and ducting for blockage.
L63EAH_ALM EXHAUST DUCT PRESSURE HIGH recommended levels (for proper value refer to control Check the status of the exhaust duct.
specification) If there is no problem, check the pressure switches.
EXHAUST DUCT PRESS SWITCH
L63ETF_SENSR Exhaust duct press switch failure Check exhaust duct press switch
FAILURE
Inspect exhaust filter and ducting for blockage.
EXHAUST DUCT PRESSURE HIGH The pressure in the exhaust duct has risen above the trip
L63ETH_ALM Check the status of the exhaust duct.
TRIP level (for proper value refer to control specification)
If there is no problem, check the pressure switches.
HEAT VENT 63FG-1 SENSOR
L63FG1_ALM 63FG-1 fault Change sensor
TROUBLE
L63FG2_ALM 63FG-2 fault Change sensor
TROUBLE
Gas fuel pressure to turbine has been sensed as low.
Check the cause of low supply pressure.
Purchaser gas supply fault.
Check the purchaser gas supply.
Leakage.
L63FGL_ALM GAS FUEL PRESSURE LOW Check for leakage.
Wiring, supply fault.
Check the transmitters 96 FG_1.
Transmitter fault.
Check the opening of the shut off valve.
Strainer drain valve open
LF COMP INLET FILTER
L63FVH_ALM The by pass of LF Comp inlet filter is clogged Clean inlet air filter
GAS FUEL STRAINER DIFF PRESS Inlet filter dirty. Check the filter status. Change it if necessary.
L63GQDH_ALM
HIGH Pressure switches fault. Check the pressure switch63 GQ-1.
GAS FUEL SCRUBBER GAS 101FI
L63GSD1H_ALM Gas scrubber clogged Change gas scrubber
DIFF PRESS HIGH
GAS FUEL SCRUBBER GAS 121FI
L63GSD2H_ALM Gas scrubber clogged Change gas scrubber
DIFF PRESS HIGH

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Rev : A
OPERATION
Check the status of the filter.

Transfer to the other filter with the transfer valve (VM 4_1), if
Filter dirty (FH2_X).
HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER DIFF. necessary.
L63HFH_ALM Test valve open.
PRESSURE ALARM Check the closing of the test valve.
Differential pressure transmitter fault.
Check the opening of the transmitter isolating valves.
Check the differential pressure transmitter 96 HF.
Low oil pressure in gas fuel hydraulic oil trip circuit. Check for leakage.
Unit trip. Check the closing of the test valves
GAS FUEL HYDRAULIC TRIP Hydraulic oil leakage. Check the proper operation of the pressure switches 63 HG_1,
L63HGL_ALM
PRESSURE LOW Lube oil circuit fault. and 2.
Solenoid valve 20 FG_1 not excited (the hydraulic oil goes Check the proper operation of the transmitter 96HG_1
to the drain tank). Check the proper operation of the solenoid valve 20 FG_1
Check the opening of the isolating valves.
Bad signal from hydraulic pressure switch. Check the closing of the test valves.
GAS FUEL HYD. PRESSURE
L63HGL_SENSR Test valve opened Check the proper operation of the pressure switches 63 HG_1
SWITCH TROUBLE
Isolating valve closed. and 2
Check the proper operation of the transmitter 96HG_1
Check hydraulic supply pressure filter and differential pressure
gauge, regulating valve or, pump or proper operation of
HYDRAULIC SUPPLY PRESSURE pressure switch 63 HQ_1.
L63HQ1L_ALM Hydraulic supply pressure is low.
LOW Check the closing of the test valves.
Check the filter status.
Check for leakage.
AIR INLET DIFF PRESS
L63IFDP2_ALM Air inlet pre-filter clogged Clean air inlet pre-filter
PREFILTER HIGH
AIR INLET DIFF PRESS FILTER
L63IFDP3_ALM Air inlet filter clogged Clean air inlet filter
HIGH
AA & WI COMP INLET FILTER
L63JSH_ALM The by pass of the water injection inlet filter is clogged Clean water injection inlet air filter
Purge valve fault Check 20PG purge valve
GAS PURGE INTERVALVE
L63PG_ALM Pressure switch fault Check 63PG1-1A & 63PG-1B pressure switch
PRESSURE TROUBLE
Pressure transmitter fault Check 96PG-1 pressure transmitter
G1 INTER PURGE VALVE
L63PG1_ALM pressure switch G1 inter purge valve is faulty Check the pressure switch
PRESSURE FAULT

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Rev : A
OPERATION
ATOMIZING AIR COMPRESSOR

L63QA31_ALM Motor 88AK1 locked Check the key 33AK-1
LOCKING
ATOMIZING AIR COMPRESSOR
L63QA32_ALM Motor 88AK2 locked Check the key 33AK-2
LOCKING
Low pressure detected by the pressure switch 63 QA_3.at Check for leakage.
upstream of AA compressor CA1,CA2/step_up gear Check the opening of isolating valve on the pressure switch 63
LOW LUBE OIL PRESSURE
L63QA3L_ALM Leakage QA_3.
ALARM
Valve incorrectly positioned. Check the opening of isolating valves on the step up gears
Pressure switch fault Check the lube oil system
Start of the 2nd pump (PQ1_1 or 2).
Check for leakage.
Low pressure detected by the pressure switch 63 QA_1 or
Check the pressure regulating valve (VPR2_1).
96QA.
L63QAL_ALM LUBE OIL PRESSURE LOW Check the pump (PQ1_1 or 2).
Leakage.
If the pressure goes on decreasing the unit will be tripped by
Pump fault (PQ1_1 or 2).
the pressure switch 63 QT_1 or 96QH.
Pressure regulating valve fault (VPR2_1).
EMERGENCY LO PUMP DISCH.
L63QEFLT_ALM Emergency lo pump discharge pressure xducer failure. check tr96qe1 transmitter
PRESS SWITCH FAILURE
Pump fault Check pump
L63QEW_ALM DC PUMP ABNORMAL PRESSURE
Pressure switch fault Check pressure switch
LUBE OIL EMERGENCY PUMP Check lube oil pump
L63QEZ_ALM Emergency lube oil pump fault
PRESS TEST FLT Check electrical circuit
Loss of fluid pressure and deterioration of fluid purity may
LUBE OIL DEMISTER FILTER result.
L63QQ10H_ALM Clogged filter.
DELTA P HIGH Change filter.
Check the pressure switch 63QQ_10.
Clogged filter (LF3_1 or LF3_2).
LUBE OIL MAIN FILTER DIFF Check filter and change it if necessary.
L63QQ1H_ALM Loss of fluid pressure and deterioration of fluid purity may
PRESSURE HIGH Check the transmitter 96QQ_1.
result.
Check the pressure switches 63 QT and the pressure
LUBE OIL TURB HEADER PRESS transmitter 96 QH. (Mechanical , electrical operation,wiring....).
L63QT_SENSR Bad signal from the lube oil pressure switch.
SW FAULT Check the opening of the isolating valves.
Check the closing of the test valve.
TURBINE LUBE OIL HEADER 88QA fault Check 88QA
L63QTX_ALM
PRESS LOW TRIP 88QE fault Check 88QE

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Rev : A
OPERATION
The oil demister filter of the tank is dirty. Change the oil demister filter, if necessary.
L63QV_ALM LUBE OIL TANK - LOW VACUUM
Pressure switch fault. Check the pressure switch 63QV-1.
Check the pressure drop.
If the pressure is excessive, change the air filters.
If the pressure is correct, check the pressure switch 63 TF and
TURBINE AIR INLET DIFF. PRESS. Inlet filter excessive pressure drop.
L63TF1H_ALM its setting point.
ALARM Filter is dirty.
NOTE :
Refer to Manufacturer’s recommendations for air filters
maintenance in specific volumes.
LOAD COMP INLET FILTER
L63VGH_ALM The by pass of the DLN compartment inlet filter is clogged Clean DLN- compt inlet air filter
DLN COMP INLET FILTER
L63VLH_ALM The by pass of the DLN compartment inlet filter is clogged Clean DLN- compt inlet air filter
Check the pumps and motor.
COOLING WATER PUMP DISCH
L63WC1L_ALM The pressure of cooling water pump is low. Check leakage.
PRESS LOW
Check the status of the filters.
HIGH ON LINE WATER WASH
L63WW1H_ALM On line water wash manifold transmitter fault Checks 96WW-1 transmitters
MANIFOLD PRESSURE
VERY HIGH ON LINE WW
L63WW1HH_ALM On line water wash manifold transmitter fault Checks 96WW-1 transmitters
MANIFOLD PRESS - TRIP WW
LOW ON LINE WATER WASH
L63WW1L_ALM On line water wash manifold transmitter fault Checks 96WW-1 transmitters
MANIFOLD PRESSURE
VERY LOW ON LINE WW
L63WW1LL_ALM On line water wash manifold transmitter fault Checks 96WW-1 transmitters
MANIFOLD PRESS - TRIP WW
Immediate action should be taken to locate ground and to
repair, because if a second ground occurs, this can result in
severe damage to the wiring and to the battery. As soon as
possible, shut down the unit and check the 125 VDC power.
Insulation failure has resulted in a ground on the 125 VDC
L64D_ALM BATTERY 125VDC GROUND Isolate ground and remove from system.
system.
Check the DC motors and all circuits supplied with dc voltage.
CAUTION :
During this repair, the generator and the starting engine
breakers must be opened for safety.
HEAT SOAK PERIOD - LOWER
L70HTS_ALM Heat soak period - lower load For information
LOAD

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Rev : A
OPERATION
FIRE PROTECTION ZONE 1 CO2 No more CO2 in the bottles Check if CO2 bottles are full. If empty, change them
L71CT1L_1_A
BOTTLE WEIGHT REDUCTION Leaks Check for leaks
L71CT1L_2_A
L71CT1L_3_A
L71CT1L_4_A
L71CT1L_5_A
Gas scrubber high
SCRUBBER LVL HIGH- TRANSFER Purge gas scrubber
L71GS_XFER_A Liquid fuel system not ready
LIQUID FAULT TRIP Check liquid fuel system
Trip
Check the liquid level in the gas filter separator and purge if
GAS FUEL SCRUBBER 101FI-2A
L71GS12A_ALM The liquid level is high in the gas filter separator. necessary.
LEVEL HIGH
Check the level indicator 71 GS_12.
GAS FUEL SCRUBBER 101FI-2B
L71GS12B_ALM The liquid level is high in the gas filter separator. necessary.
LEVEL HIGH
GAS FUEL SCRUBBER 101FI-3
L71GS13_ALM The liquid level is high in the gas filter separator. necessary.
LEVEL HIGH
GAS FUEL COALESC FILTER #1
L71GS1H_ALM Gas fuel coalesc filter #1 level high Change gas fuel coalesc
LEVEL HIGH
GAS FUEL #1 COALESC FILTER
L71GS1HT_SNS Gas fuel #1 coalesc filter level sensor trouble Change gas fuel coalesc
LEVEL SENSOR TROUBLE
GAS FUEL SCRUBBER 121FI-2A
L71GS22A_ALM Gas fuel scrubber 121fi-2a level high Change gas fuel scrubber
LEVEL HIGH
GAS FUEL SCRUBBER 121FI-2B
L71GS22B_ALM Gas fuel scrubber 121fi-2b level high Change gas fuel scrubber
LEVEL HIGH
GAS FUEL SCRUBBER 121FI-3
L71GS23_ALM Gas fuel scrubber 121fi-3 level high Change gas fuel scrubber
LEVEL HIGH
GAS FUEL COALESC FILTER #2
L71GS2H_ALM Gas fuel coalesc filter #2 level high Change gas fuel coalesc
LEVEL HIGH

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Rev : A
OPERATION
GAS FUEL #2 COALESC FILTER

L71GS2HT_SNS Gas fuel #2 coalesc filter level sensor trouble Check gas fuel #2 coalesc filter level sensor
LEVEL SENSOR TROUBLE
GAS FUEL SEPARATOR
Condensate to high in gas separator
L71GSHHT CONDENSATE VERY HIGH LEVEL Purge gas separator
trip
TRIP
GAS FUEL SEPARATOR
L71GSHHT_ALM Gas fuel separator condensate very high level Purge gas fuel separator
CONDENSATE VERY HIGH LEVEL
Check proper operation of the tank level 96QL_1. Investigate
cause of high level alarm and restore normal level (for proper
value refer to control specification)
L71QH_ALM LUBE OIL LEVEL HIGH High lube oil tank level or some liquid is coming in the tank. NOTE :
Stop the unit if there is some other fluid with the lube oil (water
or liquid fuel).
In this case, never restart the unit before repair.
Check proper operation of the level indicators 96QL_1.
Check lube oil system for possible leakage or for excessive
consumption
Repair and restore normal level with proper oil (see piping
L71QL_ALM LUBE OIL LEVEL LOW Lube oil tank level low. schematics for oil level reference and lube oil
recommendations).
NOTE :
In these units, an oil consumption is normal so, refilling is
necessary periodically with proper oil
L71TKL_ALM FUEL OIL TANK LEVEL LOW Fuel oil tank level low Fill tank with fuel oil
LOSS OF LIQUID FUEL SUPPLY
L71TKL_T_ALM Loss of liquid fuel from tank Check limit switch
FROM TANK
Remove liquid and take corrective action to prevent
recurrence of problem.
Excessive liquid in bottom of generator. Check for leakage.
L71WG1H_ALM GENERATOR LIQUID LEVEL HIGH
Level indicators fault. Check the level indicators 71 WG.
Determine the cause of problem and repair before restarting
the unit.

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Rev : A
OPERATION
Remove liquid and take corrective action to prevent

recurrence of problem.
GENERATOR LIQUID LEVEL HIGH Excessive liquid in bottom of generator. Check for leakage.
L71WG2H_ALM
HIGH Level indicators fault. Check the level indicators 71 WG.
Determine the cause of problem and repair before restarting
the unit.
The alarm will actuate when the cooling water tank level drops
below a minimum level (see piping schematics). Repair leaks,
and add properly treated water.
L71WL_ALM COOLING WATER LEVEL LOW Cooling water tank level low. Check for proper operation of level indicator 71WL.
NOTE :
If there is some water in the lube oil tank, one must stop the
unit.
SUMP TANK HIGH LEVEL LIMIT
L71WS1H_ALM Sump tank high level Empty sump tank
SWITCH
SUMP TANK LOW LEVEL LIMIT
L71WS4LL_ALM Sump tank low level Check limit switch
SWITCH
Loss of DC power to aux lube oil pumps. Determine cause of DC power loss.
Oil leakages. Refer to the specific alarms about electrical faults signaled.
L72QETST_ALM DC PUMP DID NOT START Motors fault Check the motors (88QE).
Pumps fault. Check the oil pumps.
Sensor fault. Check the status of the transmitter (63QE).
Loss of AC power to main lube oil pumps. Determine cause of AC power loss.
Oil leakages. Refer to the specific alarms about electrical faults signaled.
EMERGENCY LUBE OIL PUMP
L72QEZ_ALM Motors fault Check the motors (88 QA).
MOTOR RUNNING
Pumps fault. Check the oil pumps (PQ1_2).
Sensor fault. Check the status of the transmitter (96 QE).
Check nothing is blocking the valve
Something is blocking the valve
CBV FAILED TO CLOSE-LOAD Check limit switch
L83CBLIMIT Limit switch fault
LIMITING Check valve
Closing command fault
Check valve control system
ANTI_ICING MODE NOT
L83CSRAI_ALM Select anti-icing mode For information
SELECTED
OVERSPEED TEST MODE See ‘’over speed trip checks’’ in the speedtronic control
L83HOST_ALM Over speed trip being checked.
SELECTED system.

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Rev : A
OPERATION
2ND BREAKER SWITCHING

L83LBSX_ALM 2nd breaker switching relay failure Refer to specific volume.
RELAY FAILURE
Gas component not correct Correct gas component
FUEL GAS CHROMATOGRAPH
L83LHV_F_ALM System chromatograph faulty Check chromatograph system
LHV INPUT FAIL
4-20mA faulty Check 4-20mA
L83MAI_ALM ANTI-ICING MANUAL CONTROL Anti-icing manual control active For information
REMOTE BREAKER OPEN
L83RBO_ALM The remote breaker is detected open Determine the cause of this trouble and repair.
DETECTED
Gas component not correct Correct gas component
FUEL GAS CHROMATOGRAPH SG
L83SG_F_ALM System chromatograph faulty Check chromatograph system
INPUT FAIL
4-20mA faulty Check 4-20mA
WASHING ON LINE PROHIB INLET The on line water wash is inhibited because the The on line water wash will be possible as soon as the
L83WW_ALM
TEMP LOW temperature is low. temperature will be in the limit spread.
LOCKING WASHING DURING 24
L83WWON_ALM Locking washing during 24 hours. Wait a period of 24 hours to start again the washing on-line
HOURS
AA COOLER DOWNSTREAM TC
L86AATR_ALM Thermocouple fault Check thermocouple AAT-1 and AAT-2
FAILED LOW
Check the mechanical status of the compressor and the motor.
Normal shutdown if the two motors are faulty (88 AK_1, 2).
Check the voltage supply (fuses, breaker, connection, short
AA CPRSR MOTOR PROTECTIVE Motor overload.
L86AK_ALM circuit, electrical cell status)
LOCKOUT Short circuit.
Check the proper operation of the motor protections 86 AK_1,
Lack of voltage supply
2.
L86ARS_ALM AC TRANSFER FAULT Problem transferring to 88QA pump Check 88QA
HEAT VENT LOSS OF LUBE OIL The turbine ventilation is faulty. Check the mechanical status of the fan and the motor in
L86BLX_ALM
COMPARTMENT VENTILATION Motor 88BL_1 and 2 fault trouble.
Check the proper operation of each cooling air fan motor 88BL
#2 BRG AREA LAG COOLING FAN
L86BN_ALM #2 bearing area lag cooling fan running For information
RUNNING
HEAT VENT TURB
L86BTTEST_AL Heat vent turbine compartment test aborted For information
COMPARTMENT TEST ABORTED

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Rev : A
OPERATION

HEAT VENT LOSS OF TURB. The turbine ventilation is faulty. Check the mechanical status of the fan and the motor in
L86BTX_ALM
COMP. VENT.- FAST SHUTDOWN Motor 88BT_1 and 2 fault trouble.
Check the proper operation of each cooling air fan motor 88BT
Investigate problem. The problem should be corrected before
Compressor bleed valves have not operated properly. restarting. The master reset switch must be pressed before
They are in the wrong position or required an excessive restarting.
9TH STG COMPRESSOR BLD VLV amount of time to move from one position to the other Check the proper operation of :
L86CB1_ALM
POS. TROUBLE Solenoid valves fault. _ the solenoid valve 20CB_1 and 20CB_2
Limit switch fault. _ the valve VA 2_1 and VA 2_2.
Leakage. _ the limit switch 33CB_1 and 33CB_2.
Check for leakage.
13TH STAGE COMPRESSOR
amount of time to move from one position to the other Check the proper operation of :
L86CB2_ALM BLEED VALVE POSITION
Solenoid valves fault. _ the solenoid valve 20CB_1 and 20CB_2
TROUBLE
Check for leakage.
9TH STAGE COMP BLEED VALVE amount of time to move from one position to the other Check the proper operation of :
L86CBT1_ALM
POSITION TROUBLE TRIP Solenoid valves fault. _ the solenoid valve 20CB_1 and 20CB_2
Limit switch fault. _ the valve VA 2_1 and VA 2_2
Check for leakage.

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Rev : A
OPERATION

13TH STAGE COMP BLEED VALVE amount of time to move from one position to the other Check the proper operation of :
L86CBT2_ALM
POSITION TROUBLE TRIP Solenoid valves fault. _ the solenoid valve 20CB_1 and 20CB_2
Check for leakage.
COMP OPERATING LIMIT Inlet heating control valve fault . Check operation of bleed heat control valve.
L86CPR_FLT
CONTROL FAULT Compressor discharge pressure transmitters fault. Check the compressor discharge pressure transmitters.
L86CSF_ALM CSF PROTECTION LOCKOUT CSF protection lockout For information
L86FGW_L_ALM MWI Low Alarm For information For information
Check GCV valve
L86FPG2HT_A POST-IGNITION P2 HIGH TRIP GCV valve not enough opened
Check regulation constant are the same e as in the A010
PRE-IGNITION P2 PRESS HIGH Check GCV valve
L86FPG2IH_AL GCV valve not enough opened
IGN INHIBIT Check regulation constant are the same e as in the A010
Check SRV valve
L86FPG2LT_A POST-IGNITION P2 LOW TRIP SRV valve not enough opened
Check regulation constant are the same e as in the A010
LOSS OF LIQUID FUEL COMP. The liquid fuel compartment ventilation is faulty. Check the mechanical status of the fan and the motor in
L86FVX_ALM
VENTILATION Motor 88FV_1 and 2 fault trouble.
Check the proper operation of each cooling air fan motor 88FV
Start inhibited + transfer to fuel if running on gas or transfer
to gas inhibited.
The gas control valve feedback is abnormal.
L86GCV1A_ALM PM1 GCV OUT OF POSITION Check the calibration of the VGC.
Supply fault.
Check the proper operation of the servo-valve 65GC_1.
Sensors defected.
Valve and servo-valve fault.

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OPERATION

to gas inhibited.
L86GCV1T_ALM PM1 GCV OUT OF POSITION TRIP Check the calibration of the VGC.
Supply fault.
Sensors defected.
to gas inhibited.
Supply fault.
Sensors defected.
to gas inhibited.
Supply fault.
Sensors defected.
to gas inhibited.
Supply fault.
Sensors defected.
to gas inhibited.
Supply fault.
Sensors defected.
to gas inhibited.
QUATERNARY GCV OUT OF The gas control valve feedback is abnormal.
L86GCVQA_ALM Check the calibration of the VGC.
POSITION Supply fault.
Sensors defected.
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Rev : A
OPERATION

to gas inhibited.
Check LVDT, 96 GC_1, 2 (setting value, wiring).
QUATERNARY GCV OUT OF The gas control valve feedback is abnormal.
L86GCVQT_ALM Check the calibration of the VGC.
POSITION TRIP Supply fault.
Check the proper operation of the servo-valve 65 GC_1.
Sensors defected.
to gas inhibited.
Check LVDT, 96 GC_1, 2 (setting value, wiring).
G1 GCV NOT FOLLOWING REF The gas control valve feedback is abnormal.
L86GCVT_ALM Check the calibration of the VGC.
TRIP Supply fault.
Check the proper operation of the servo-valve 65 GC_1.
Sensors defected.
L86GLTA_ALM GAS LEAK TEST OF SRV FAILED Leak detected on SRV valve Check leak and repair
GAS LEAK TEST OF GCV/VENT
L86GLTB_ALM Leak detected on GCV valve Check leak and repair
FAILED
Check the I.G.V. control system.
The I.G.V. position is not correct.
INLET GUIDE VANE CONTROL Check the proper operation and the setting values of the
L86GVA_ALM Adjustment of the hydraulic jack.
TROUBLE LVDT 96 TV.
Problem of the setting values.
Check the adjustment of the hydraulic jack.
One second after the hydraulic oil trip is initiated either the Check if the valves are not clamped mechanically.
liquid fuel stop valve is not closed or the hydraulic trip Check the devices connections.
HYDRAULIC PROTECTIVE
L86HD_ALM pressure has not decreased sufficiently. Check the proper operation of :
TROUBLE
Start inhibited. _the limit switches 33 FL_1
Liquid fuel stop valve clamped in open position (VS1_1). _the solenoid valves 20 FG_1 and 20 FL_1.
HEAT VENT LOSS OF W. I. The turbine ventilation is faulty. Check the mechanical status of the fan and the motor in
L86JSX_ALM
COMPARTMENT VENTILATION Motor 88JS_1 and 2 fault trouble.
Check the proper operation of each cooling air fan motor 88JS
LIQUID FUEL PURGE BACKFLOW
L86LFPBP_ALM Purge skid fault Check purge skid
DETECTED
LIQUID FUEL PURGE LOW-LOW Liquid fuel purge low low pressure ratio.
L86LFPVLA Check the transmitters 96PL-1A,B,C.
PRESSURE RATIO Transmitters fault.

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OPERATION
LO COOLER OUTLET TC FAILED Cooling system fault Check cooling system

L86LOTR_ALM
LOW Thermocouples fault Check thermocouples
Determine which controller is in disagreement with the other
Within the turbine control panel the three microprocessor
¨MASTER PROTECTIVE ones.
L86MP control sections R, S and T are in disagreement for the
START_UP LOCKOUT Check which conditions are not correct to authorize the start-
proper operation of the master protective logic ‘’4X’’.
up
Determine the electrical trouble with the matrix in the
protection panel.
NOTE :
ELECTRIC FAULT - NORMAL Electrical trouble on the generator with normal shutdown
L86N_ALM The unit should not be operated until the cause of the problem
SHUTDOWN for the unit.
has been determined and corrected.
Refer to specific volumes for more information about
generator.
When the gas primary purge sequence is in operating the _purge valve (VA13)
GAS PURGE SYSTEM FAILURE TO
L86PGIC_ALM purge valves are in the wrong position or required an _limit switch(33PG)
OPEN
excessive amount of time to move in open position. _solenoid valve(20PG)
Check the instrument air supply of valves. VA36
When the gas primary purge sequence is in operating the _purge valve (VA13)
GAS PURGE SYSTEM FAILURE TO
L86PGIO_ALM purge valves are in the wrong position or required an _limit switch(33PG)
CLOSE
excessive amount of time to move in open position. _solenoid valve(20PG)
Check the instrument air supply of valves. VA36
PEAK LOCKOUT - LO CTIM
L86PK_ALM For information For information
STEAM WTRWSH LIQ FUEL
DC PUMP ELECTRICAL TROUBLE 88QE electrical circuit fault
L86QE_ALM Check 88QE electrical circuit
START INHIBITED GT not ready to start
LUBE OIL MIST ELIMINATOR LAG
L86QV_ALM Lube oil mist eliminator lag motor running For information
MOTOR RUNNING
Investigate synchronization system to determine exact cause
AUTO SYNCHRONIZING Auto synchronizing self checking system has detected a
L86S of problem.
LOCKOUT synchronizing equipment abnormality.
Refer to the specific volume about the synchronizing system.
L86SDA_ALM AC DISTRIBUTION TROUBLE AC distribution is in trouble. Check the AC distribution panel.
L86SDC_ALM DC DISTRIBUTION TROUBLE DC sub distribution is in trouble. Check the DC distribution panel.

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OPERATION
COMPRESSOR INLET Bad thermocouple signal. Thermocouples in the inlet have Check thermocouples and wiring and replace faulty
L86TCI
THERMOCOUPLES DISAGREE failed shorted or open thermocouple(s) (CT_IF_1 and 2).
Check and reconnect thermocouples.
EXHAUST THERMOCOUPLES Excessive number thermocouples fault.
L86TFB_ALM Check the connection and the position.
OPEN TRIP Position, connection, short circuit, cut off fault.
Check for short circuit and cut off.
For information For information For information For information
TURBINE EMERGENCY STOP Electrical trouble with emergency shutdown. Relay 86G The unit should not be operated until the cause of the problem
L86TGT1_ALM
CHANNEL 1 indicates a generator differential. has been determined and corrected.
TURBINE EMERGENCY STOP Electrical trouble with emergency shutdown. Relay 86G The unit should not be operated until the cause of the problem
L86TGT2_ALM
CHANNEL 2 indicates a generator differential. has been determined and corrected.
TURB SHELL & EXH FRAME LAG
L86TK_ALM Turbine shell & exhaust frame lag fan running For information
FAN RUNNING
The temperature control system has not limited exhaust
temperature within the trip limits. Check the temperature control loop and the fuel control
EXHAUST OVER TEMPERATURE
L86TXT_ALM Temperature control system fault. system.
TRIP
Fuel control system fault. Check the cooling and ventilation system.
Ventilation system fault.
Check the load compartment cooling ventilation system
Air fan fault
LOAD COMPARTMENT VENT LAG Check the supply of motors 88VG
L86VG_ALM Motor fault
FAN RUNNING Check fuses, breakers and protections
Power supply fault
Check the mechanical status of the fans and the motors
HEAT VENT LOSS OF LOAD The turbine ventilation is faulty. Check the mechanical status of the fan and the motor in
L86VGX_ALM
COMPARTMENT VENTILATION Motor 88VG_1 and 2 fault trouble.
Check the proper operation of each cooling air fan motor 88VG
HEAT VENT DLN COMPARTMENT
L86VLTEST_AL Heat vent DLN compartment test aborted For information
TEST ABORTED
HEAT VENT LOSS OF DLN The turbine ventilation is faulty. Check the mechanical status of the fan and the motor in
L86VLX_ALM
COMPARTMENT VENTILATION Motor 88VL_1 and 2 fault trouble.
Check the proper operation of each cooling air fan motor 88VL

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OPERATION
COOLING WATER PUMP LAG

L86WC_ALM Cooling water pump lag motor running For information
MOTOR RUNNING
WTR INJ PURGE VERY LOW
L86WPRVLA Transmitters fault. Check the transmitters 96 WP-1A, 1B, 1C.
PRESS RATIO-TRIP
OFF LINE COMP WW - USE RESET
L86WW_ALM Off line comp WW-use reset display For information
DISPLAY
EXH FRAME & #2 BRG COOLING
L90TTL Cooling system fault Check cooling system
TRBLE - UNLD
COOL AIR EXH FRAME & #2 BRG
L90TTL_ALM Motor supply fault. Check the motor supply (fuses, breaker, connection).
COOLING TRBLE ALARM
Vent valves opened Check the closing of all vent valve
AA PRESS VERY LOW, FIRED
L94AAPRVL 20AA2 or 20AA5 fault Check 20AA2 and 20AA5
SHUTDOWN
AA booster fault Check AA booster
When the gas turbine is running in total liquid , the purge
ATOMIZING AIR SYSTEM air compressor is in operation.
L94AAT_ALM Check the purge air compressor CA1-2.
TROUBLE SHUTDOWN Atomizing air system trouble.
Shutdown.
Check the battery charger
BATTERY CHARGER TROUBLE - Check the voltage magnitude.
L94BLN_ALM Battery charger trouble
NORMAL SHUTDOWN Refer to specific chapters for more information about the
battery charger.
#2 BRG AREA COOLING FANS
L94BN_ALM Cooling fan fault Check cooling fan
LOW FLOW SHUTDOWN
HEAT VENT TURBINE
The turbine ventilation is faulty. Check the mechanical status of the fan and the motor in
L94BTL_ALM COMPARTMENT SB FAN TEST
Motor 88BT_1 and 2 fault trouble.
FAILED
Check the proper operation of each cooling air fan motor 88BT
L94F1B_ALM CO2 emission See alarm : L33CL1_ALM
COMPT CO2 RELEASE
CO2 RELEASE

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OPERATION

COMPT CO2 RELEASE
FIRE PROTEC GAS COMPT CO2
RELEASE
RELEASE
Command circuit fault Check valve control circuit
L94FGL1_ALM GAS AUX STOP VLV TROUBLE Valve fault Check valve
Limit switch fault Check limit switch
Check the gas fuel supply.
FAILURE TO IGNITE ON GAS -
L94FIG Failure to fire within the firing timer constant period (K2F). Check if isolating valves on flame detectors are open.
TRIP
(95 SP _ 28 FD).
Check the liquid fuel supply.
L94FIL FAILURE TO IGNITE ON OIL -TRIP Failure to fire within the firing timer constant period.(K2F). Check if isolating valves on flame detectors are open.
(95 SP _ 28 FD).
Temperature in generator compartment exceeds limits. Check generator ventilation system for proper fan/motor
GENERATOR VENTILATION
L94GEN Vent fans inoperable or insufficient to handle ventilation operation
TROUBLE SHUTDOWN
requirements. Check ventilation dampers for proper operation/position
GENERATOR STATOR TEMP
L94GEN_ALM Vent fans inoperable or insufficient to handle ventilation operation
VERY HIGH SHUTDOWN
GENERATOR VENTILATION
L94GEN1 Vent fans inoperable or insufficient to handle ventilation operation
TROUBLE RUNBACK 1
GENERATOR VENTILATION Check the ventilation system.
L94GEN2 The ventilation system of generator is faulty.
TROUBLE RUNBACK Check the proper cooling air circulation
LUBE OIL DEMISTER TRBLE
L94QQV_ALM Lube oil demister trouble Check lube oil demister
NORMAL SHUTDOWN

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OPERATION

HEAT VENT DLN COMPARTMENT The turbine ventilation is faulty. Check the mechanical status of the fan and the motor in
L94VLL_ALM
SB FAN TEST FAILED Motor 88VL_1 and 2 fault trouble.
Check the proper operation of each cooling air fan motor 88VL
WTR INJ PURGE BACK FLOW-
L94WP_ALM Water injection purge back flow-fired shutdown refer to specific volume
FIRED SHUTDOWN
FIRED SHUTDOWN ABNORMAL Reduce heat release rate
L94XZ_ALM
SEQUENCE - TRIP Fuel flow rate too high during shutdown period Adjust shutdown FSR
HEAT VENT TURB COMPT AIR
L95BT_ALM See alarm : L94BTL_ALM See alarm : L94BTL_ALM
INLET FLOW LOW
HEAT VENT TURB COMPT AIR
L95BTL_ALM See alarm : L94BTL_ALM See alarm : L94BTL_ALM
INLET FLOW VERY LOW
HEAT VENT DLN COMPT AIR
L95VL_ALM See alarm : L94VLL_ALM See alarm : L94VLL_ALM
INLET LOW FLOW
HEAT VENT DLN COMPT AIR
L95VLL_ALM See alarm : L94VLL_ALM See alarm : L94VLL_ALM
INLET LOW FLOW CONFIRMED
L96FG1_ALM Heat vent 96FG -1 sensor trouble Change sensor
TROUBLE
GAS FUEL PRESSURE
L96FGDIFF_AL TRANSMITTERS DIFFERENCE Gas fuel pressure transmitters difference failure Check gas fuel pressure transmitters settings
FAILURE
L96FGH_ALM FUEL GAS PRESSURE HIGH Gas supply too hi Contact gas supplier
GAS FUEL SUPPLY PRESSURE Filter FG1 clogged Change FG1 filter
L96FGL_ALM
LOW Vent valve opened Close vent valve
GAS FUEL SUPPLY PRESSURE
L96FPGL_ALM Gas fuel supply pressure low Check gas fuel supply
LOW
TURBINE AXIAL VIBRATION
L96VSTH_ALM vibrations in GT bearing thrust fault Determine the cause of this trouble and repair
FAULT 1ST STEP
TURBINE AXIAL VIBRATION
L96VSTHH_ALM See alarm : L96VSTH_ALM See alarm : L96VSTH_ALM
FAULT 2ND STEP
BAROMETRIC PRESSURE
LAFPAP_SENSR One transducer is out Check transducers
TRANSDUCERS DISAGREE

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OPERATION
ANTI-ICING AMBIENT TEMP.TC Thermocouple of the anti-icing ambient temperature is

LATID Check proper operation of the thermocouple AT-ID
TROUBLE faulty
ANTI-ICING AMBIENT Thermocouple of the anti-icing ambient temperature is
LATID_ALM Check proper operation of the thermocouple AT-ID
TEMPERATURE TC TROUBLE faulty
IBH PRESSURE TRANSDUCER
LCPBHP_ALM Transducer fault Check transducer and wiring and replace faulty transducer.
FAULT.
COMP DISCHARGE XDUCER DIFF
LCPD_SENSR One transducer is out Check transducers
FAULT HIGH
IBH FAULT - COMPR PRESS Inlet heating control valve fault . Check operation of bleed heat control valve.
LCPRERR_ALM
RATIO ERROR HIGH Compressor discharge pressure transmitters fault. Check the compressor discharge pressure transmitters.
COMPR DISCHARGE TEMP HIGH Check thermocouples and wiring and replace faulty
LCTDA_ALM Compressor discharge thermocouple fault. (CT_DA).
SPREAD thermocouple(s)
INLET DUCT AMB TEMPERATURE Check the thermocouples AT ID_1 to 6 (connection, wiring and
LCTIH Thermocouples fault.
TC TROUBLE operation).
ANTI-ICING AMBIENT
LCTIH_ALM Anti-icing ambient temperature TC trouble Check Anti-icing ambient temperature TC
TEMPERATURE TC TROUBLE
LDB_ABRT_ALM UNIT ABORTING DEAD BUS MODE Unit aborting dead bus mode Refer to specific chapter.
UNIT NOT READY FOR DEAD BUS
LDB_FAIL_ALM Unit not ready for dead bus mode Refer to specific chapter.
MODE
UNIT DEAD BUS BRKR CLOSURE
LDBMD_OF_ALM Unit dead bus brker closure successful Refer to specific chapter.
SUCCESSFUL
UNIT READY FOR DEAD BUS
LDBMD_ON_ALM Unit ready for dead bus mode Refer to specific chapter.
MODE
MEGAWATT TRANSDUCER
LDWATT_ALM The generator megawatts transducer is faulty. Check the proper operation of the transducer 96 GW.
SIGNAL TROUBLE
DWATT NOT ZERO WITH
LDWCAL_ALM DWATT transducer not calibrated Recalibrate DWATT transducer
BREACKER OPEN
GCV 1 REG AT NULL COMP
LFAG1NBA_A GCV 1 reg at null comp authority limit Check regulating system
AUTHORITY LIMIT
AUTHORITY LIMIT
AUTHORITY LIMIT
AUTHORITY LIMIT

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OPERATION
FUEL GAS PRESSURE

LFPG1DIF_ALM Fuel gas pressure transducer fault Check fuel gas pressure transducer
TRANSDUCEUR FAULT
INTERVALVE PRESSURE
LFPG2_SENSR Inter-valve pressure transducers disagree Check transmitter settings
TRANSDUCERS DISAGREE
GAS FUEL MASS FLOW OUT OF
LFQGUV_ALM 96FM settings fault Check 96FM settings
RANGE
SRV OPEN AT 90 % - RISK OF
LFSGRH_ALM For information Check the regulated constants.
TRIP ON HIGH EXH TEMP
SRV VLV OPEN AT 95 % - XFER
LFSGRHH_ALM For information Check the regulated constants.
TO LIQUID FUEL
COMPR LIM FSR BACKUP Check the regulation system.
LFSRCPR_ALM Regulation system fault.
CONTROL ACTIVE Check operation of bleed heat control valve .
GAS FUEL THERMOCOUPLE
LFTG_ALM Gas fuel thermocouple fault. Check the proper operation of gas fuel thermocouple.
SIGNAL TROUBLE
LNGC_ON_ALM NGC TEST PB ACTIVATED Indication for governor testing For information
DETECT LOSS OF POWER TO VCMI card fault Check VCMI cards
LPWRMON_FU31
IGNITION CIRCUIT Cable fault Check Cable
LRB_ALM GAS TURBINE LOAD RUNBACK GT temperature too high Decrease load
Check the lube temp #1 turbine bearing drain
#1 JOURNAL BEARING DRAIN The temperature of the lube temp #1 turbine bearing drain Check the proper operation of the thermocouples
LTB1D1_ALM
TEMP HIGH #1 bearing is fault Refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for maintenance in
specific volumes
#1 JOURNAL BEARING DRAIN
LTB1D1HH_ALM See alarm : LTB1D1_ALM See alarm : LTB1D1_ALM
TEMP HIGH HIGH
Check the lube temp #2 turbine bearing drain
#2 JOURNAL BEARING DRAIN The temperature of the lube temp #1 turbine bearing drain Check the proper operation of the thermocouples
LTB2D1_ALM
TEMP HIGH #2 bearing is fault Refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for maintenance in
specific volumes
#2 JOURNAL BEARING DRAIN
LTB2D1HH_ALM See alarm : LTB2D1_ALM See alarm : LTB2D1_ALM
TEMP HIGH HIGH
Check the lube oil feed and drain piping
The delta temperature between turbine bearings is fault
Check turbine bearings and lube oil system
LUBE OIL TG TEMP FEED / Turbine bearings fault
LTBRGH_ALM Check thermocouples
RETURN DIFF HIGH Lube oil fault
Check for leakage
Leakage
Check the correct circulation of the lube oil.

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LUBE OIL TG TEMP FEED /

LTBRGHH_ALM See alarm : LTBRGH_ALM See alarm : LTBRGH_ALM
RETURN DIFF HIGH HIGH
#1 GEN JOURNAL BRG DRAIN Lube oil fault. Check thermocouples.LT_G1D_1A,1B
LTG1D1_ALM
TEMP HIGH Lube oil cooling system fault. Check lube oil cooling.
Check for leakage.
#1 GEN JOURNAL BRG DRAIN
LTG1D1HH_ALM See alarm : LTG1D1_ALM See alarm : LTG1D1_ALM
TEMP HIGH HIGH
#2 GEN JOURNAL BRG DRAIN Lube oil fault. Check thermocouples.LT_G2D_1A,1B
LTG2D1_ALM
TEMP HIGH Lube oil cooling system fault. Check lube oil cooling
Check for leakage.
#2 GEN JOURNAL BRG DRAIN
LTG2D1HH_ALM See alarm : LTG2D1_ALM See alarm : LTG2D1_ALM
TEMP HIGH HIGH
The delta temperature between generator bearings fault
Check generator bearings and lube oil system
LUBE OIL GEN TEMP FEED / Generator bearings fault
LTGBRGH_ALM Check thermocouples
RETURN DIFF HIGH Lube oil fault
Check for leakage
Leakage
LUBE OIL GEN TEMP FEED /
LTGBRGHH_ALM See alarm : LTGBRGH_ALM See alarm : LTGBRGH_ALM
RETURN DIFF HIGH HIGH
LTH_DIF_ALM LUBE OIL TRIP TEMP DIFF HIGH LTTH thermocouples disagree Check LTT1, 2, 3
Check pickup system
LOSS OF CTRL SPEED SIGNAL
LTNHLOSS_ALM No more speed signal detected on the VPRO cards Check electrical circuit
START EMERGENCY LO PUMP
Check VPRO cards
Check the correct circulation of the oil lube in the #1 bearing
Check for leakage.
LUBE TEMP RED GEAR COMB
LTRG1D_ALM The temperature of the #1 turbine bearing drain is fault Check the proper operation of the thermocouple LT-RG-1D
BRG DRAIN #1 HIGH
Check the refrigeration system of the lube oil.

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LTRG1DHH_ALM See alarm : LTRG1D_ALM See alarm : LTRG1D_ALM
BRG DRAIN #1 HIGH HIGH
Check the correct circulation of the oil lube in the #1 bearing
Check for leakage.
LTRG2D_ALM The temperature of the #2 turbine bearing drain is fault Check the proper operation of the thermocouple LT-RG-2D
BRG DRAIN #2 HIGH
Check the refrigeration system of the lube oil.
LTRG2DHH_ALM See alarm : LTRG2D_ALM See alarm : LTRG2D_ALM
BRG DRAIN #2 HIGH HIGH
The delta temperature between generator bearings is fault
Check generator bearings and lube oil system
LUBE OIL GEN TEMP Generator bearings fault
LTRGBRGH_ALM Check thermocouples
FEED/RETURN DIFF HIGH Lube oil fault
Check for leakage
Leakage
LUBE OIL GEN TEMP
LTRGBRGHH_A See alarm : LTRGBRGH_ALM See alarm : LTRGBRGH_ALM
FEED/RETURN DIFF HIGH HIGH
INJECTION TO FUEL RATIO LOW 4 If ‘’Request injection to fuel ratio’’ is greater than ‘’Actual
LWLX4MIN Check the status of the control valve.
MIN AVG. injection to fuel ratios’’ during four minutes.
If ‘’Request injection to fuel ratio’’ signal is greater than
INJECTION TO FUEL RATIO LOW.
LWLXHR ‘’Actual injection to fuel ratio’’ signal during hourly Check the status of the control valve.
HOURLY AVG.
average...
Correct abnormality that caused the operator to push the
R5E_ALM MANUAL TRIP _ REMOTE The emergency stop pushbutton has been pressed.
emergency stop pushbutton.
The remote emergency stop pushbutton #1 has been Correct abnormality that caused the operator to push the
R5E_CR1_ALM REMOTE MANUAL TRIP
pressed. emergency stop pushbutton.
The remote emergency stop pushbutton #2 has been Correct abnormality that caused the operator to push the
R5E_CR2_ALM REMOTE MANUAL TRIP
pressed. emergency stop pushbutton.

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WorkstationST* Alarm Viewer

Instruction Guide
These instructions do not purport to cover all details or variations in equipment, nor to provide for every possible contingency
to be met during installation, operation, and maintenance. The information is supplied for informational purposes only, and
GE makes no warranty as to the accuracy of the information included herein. Changes, modifications, and/or improvements to
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Contents
Introduction .................................................................................................................................................... 3
System Requirements ....................................................................................................................................... 4
Installation ..................................................................................................................................................... 5
Multi-language Support..................................................................................................................................... 5
Application Help ............................................................................................................................................. 6
Security ......................................................................................................................................................... 7
Command Line Arguments ................................................................................................................................ 8
Operation ....................................................................................................................................................... 10
Screen Overview....................................................................................................................................... 10
Live Alarms.................................................................................................................................................... 11
Organize and Display Columns .................................................................................................................... 11
Sort Alarm Data........................................................................................................................................ 13
Filter Live Alarms ..................................................................................................................................... 14
Active Alarm Background Notification.......................................................................................................... 16
Manage Alarms and Events ......................................................................................................................... 17
Live Alarm Status History........................................................................................................................... 20
Sound Options .......................................................................................................................................... 20
Redundant Alarm Server Support ................................................................................................................. 21
Historical Alarms............................................................................................................................................. 22
View a Single File ..................................................................................................................................... 24
View All Files .......................................................................................................................................... 25
Filters ............................................................................................................................................................ 30
Filter Collections....................................................................................................................................... 30
Edit a Filter .............................................................................................................................................. 32
Alarm Viewer Settings ...................................................................................................................................... 35
Live Settings ............................................................................................................................................ 38
Historical Chart Settings ............................................................................................................................. 41
Views ............................................................................................................................................................ 44
Create a View ........................................................................................................................................... 44
Open a Saved View ................................................................................................................................... 46
Open a Recently Used View ........................................................................................................................ 47
Default View ............................................................................................................................................ 47
CIMPLICITY* Alarm Status History View .................................................................................................... 47
Status Bar....................................................................................................................................................... 49
Alarm Help..................................................................................................................................................... 50
Directory Structure .................................................................................................................................... 50
File Naming Conventions ........................................................................................................................... 51
Process Alarms ......................................................................................................................................... 53
Diagnostic Alarms..................................................................................................................................... 53
Alarm Viewer ........................................................................................................................................... 54
Language Usage Rules...................................................................................................................................... 62
Language Naming............................................................................................................................................ 63
Menus ........................................................................................................................................................... 70
Acronyms and Abbreviations ............................................................................................................................. 72
Terms ............................................................................................................................................................ 73
2 WorkstationST Alarm Viewer

Introduction
The WorkstationST Alarm Viewer displays and manages live and historical alarm and
event information from a computer configured with the WorkstationST application, and
running the Alarm Server Feature.
Alarm and event information displays by using advanced filtering and sorting capabilities,
as well as functions such as Acknowledging, Locking, and Silencing Alarm and Events.
The following alarm and event information can be generated:
• Alarms
• Events
• Holds
• Sequence of Events (SOE)
• Diagnostics
The Alarm Server connects to and receives alarm and event data from one or more
controllers listed as consumed devices in a WorkstationST component configured in the
ToolboxST* application. An Alarm Server configuration connected to four controllers is
displayed in the following figure. The Alarm Viewer then connects to the Alarm Server
to display and manage the alarm and event data from the configured controllers and the
Alarm Server.
Note The Alarm Viewer can connect to any single Alarm Server in the system.
GEI-100620J Instruction Guide 3

System Requirements
The following are the recommended hardware and operating system requirements needed
to run the ToolboxST application.
OS 32-bit Windows® XP Professional, Service Pack 3

32-bit Windows Server 2003, single-user configuration
32-bit Windows 7 Ultimate, Service Pack 1
64-bit Windows 7 Ultimate, Service Pack 1
64-bit Windows Server 2008R2, single-user configuration, Service Pack 1
CPU 2.8 GHz Pentium® (or faster)
Memory 3 GB RAM (or more)
HD 40 GB (or more)
Monitor 1280 x 1024 x Truecolor (24 million or better)
Drive DVD
Network Ethernet 10/100 MB
USB Two available USB ports
Note The ControlST* software suite no longer supports Windows 2000.
For assistance, contact the nearest GE Sales or Service office, or an authorized GE sales
representative.

Installation
Refer to GEH-6700, ToolboxST The Alarm Viewer is installed from the ControlST Software Suite DVD by selecting the
User Guide for Mark* VIe WorkstationST application installation option. The Alarm Viewer can be installed with the
Control, Chapter 1, the WorkstationST application or by itself for use on a remote computer. If a new version is
section Installation for specific installed, the desktop and Start menu update to reflect the most recently installed version.
installation information.
Multi-language Support
Refer to the section Alarm Starting with the ControlST software suite V04.03, the Alarm Viewer can be displayed in
Viewer Settings, the option the local Windows language as selected in the Control Panel - Region and Language -
Enable Non-translated Content Keyboards and Languages, on the tab Display Language.
for additional information.
To enable the Alarm Viewer to display in the selected language the following is required:
• The Windows Language Pack is installed on the computer for the desired language.
Or
• A native language Windows operating system (such as Spanish Windows 7 )
And
• The Alarm Viewer resource DLLs are installed that match the selected Windows
display language.
Refer to GEI-100793, Resource The resource DLLs can be created or modified by using the Resource Translation Manager
Translation Manager for the utility application and exporting the strings to a dictionary text file for translation. This
procedure to use the application is installed automatically when the ControlST software suite, Configuration
Translation Manager utility Tools Package or the WorkstationST application is installed. This utility can be found in
application for creating these the following directory:
resource DLLs. (The document
can be found at \GE Energy\ \Program Files\GE Energy\Resource Translation Manager.
Documentation\GEI-100793.pdf)
Note The Alarm Viewer does not support right-to-left languages.

Application Help
The Alarm Viewer includes a help file to aid in the understanding of the configuration and
operation of the application. The help file is located in the installation directory and is
named WorkstationSTAlarmViewer.chm.
Starting with the ControlST software suite V04.03, the WorkstationST Alarm Viewer
supports displaying text in the native language of the operating system. When enabled, the
Alarm Viewer displays the application help in the native display language of the operating
system. The help file must reside in the language subdirectory under the installation
directory for the WorkstationST Alarm Viewer.
Refer to the section Language Example:

Usage Rules for additional The Alarm Viewer is installed and has been enabled to use Spanish for Spain
information. (Spanish – Spain) display text. The language name for the subdirectory that is used
is es-SP. The Spanish for Spain translated Alarm Viewer help file would be named
WorkstationSTAlarmViewer.es-SP.chm and would be located in the es-SP subdirectory as
follows:
\Program Files\GE Energy\WorkstatationST Alarm Viewer\es-SP

Security
Logon security qualifies the capabilities of the Alarm Viewer user. A logon prompt
displays if the user logon account names and user roles are defined in the ToolboxST
application. The logon validates the user against the Windows account credentials on the
current computer, and against the user logon name entered in the Users and Roles section
in the ToolboxST System Editor. If the logon is successful, the user’s role, as defined in
the ToolboxST application (displayed in the following figure), establishes the capabilities
in the Alarm Viewer.
The Alarm Viewer user’s capabilities are determined by the Alarm Privilege assigned to
the user’s role. The Alarm Privilege is defined as True or False for each role.
Alarm Privilege, when set to True, allows the user to interact completely with the alarm
system. This includes performing tasks such as acknowledging, locking, silencing, and
reset of alarms, defining or saving views, and defining or saving filters.
Go To Definition From HMI Graphics Privilege, when set to True, allows the user
to open the ToolboxST application to display the logic writing the current alarm. When set
to False, this feature is disabled.
If the User Logon dialog box displays when the Alarm Viewer is started, select the User
from the drop down list (as defined in the ToolboxST system component User Names and
Roles feature), and enter the Windows account Password.

Command Line Arguments
The Alarm Viewer supports a number of command line options for starting up the Alarm
Viewer. The leading “/” and trailing “:” characters around the option keywords are
required, and only one option is supported at a time.
Note The < > brackets are displayed to demonstrate usage, not to be included with
the value.
The following command line arguments are supported:
/Host:<HostName>
Where:
/Host: is the option to be used
HostName is a valid host name on the network.
Usage: /Host:LocalHost
Note If there is an AlarmViewerDefault.AvView defined, the Alarm Viewer uses that

file instead of the HostName specified to control the display behavior.
/IPAddress:<QuadIPAddress>
Where:
/IPAddress: is the option to be used
QuadIPAddress is a valid IP address on the network.
Usage: /IPAddress:127.0.0.1
Note If there is an AlarmViewerDefault.AvView defined, the Alarm Viewer uses that

file instead of the IPAddress specified to control the display behavior.
/View:<Alarm Viewer View State File Name>
Where:
/View: is the option to be used.
View file name is the name of the AvView file to be used. The file can be fully qualified
or be the name of the file without the path.
Note If just the file name is specified, the Alarm Viewer uses the Alarm Configuration
Root Path option, and then checks in the Views subdirectory.
Note The View file name must be enclosed in double quotes if there are spaces in the
path or file name.

Usage (Fully Qualified):
/View: “C:\WorkstationST\AlarmViewerConfiguration\Views\SpecialView.AvView”
Usage (File Name Only): /View:SpecialView.AvView The Alarm Configuration Root

Path is assigned to be C:\WorkstationST\AlarmViewerConfiguration and Views is the
required subdirectory.
Note For the view file name, the file extension AvView is registered for use by the
Alarm Viewer during installation. When you double-click on a file with that extension,
the Alarm Viewer opens and uses that file to define the display.
/NoSplashScreen indicates to suppress the startup splash screen when the Alarm
Viewer is started.

Operation
Ø To start the Alarm Viewer: from the Start menu, select All Programs, GE
ControlST, and WorkstationST Alarm Viewer.
Screen Overview
Tabs control the information that displays. The initial Alarm Viewer screen displays the
Short Term Historical Alarms and Filter Definitions tabs. Additional tabs display when
items are selected from the View menu.

Live Alarms
Live alarms can be displayed from either a local or a remote Alarm Server.
Ø To display live alarms from an Alarm Server running on the same

computer: from the View menu, select Local Mode and Show Live Alarms.
Ø To display live alarms from the Alarm Server on a different computer:

from the View menu, select Remote Mode, enter the Host name or IP address of
the remote Alarm Server, and click OK.
Organize and Display Columns

Ø To organize the columns that display: right-click any column header, select
Organize Columns from the shortcut menu, and use the arrows to select and
arrange the order of the columns to display.
Managing Columns
Column Name Description

Default Column Resets the column order from left to right to the default order
Organization
Hide Column Hides the column under the cursor
Organize Columns A dialog box with the column names displays. The columns can be displayed or hidden and the
order can be changed as required.
Autosize Columns Click on this option to automatically adjust the width of all columns to display the data in those
columns.
Edit Column Filter When filtering is applied, the element of the filter that applies to the column can be edited.
Equation Changes made are automatically applied to the live alarms being displayed.
Multi Column Sort Order Allows you to sort up to three columns of displayed data
Print Alarms Prints all alarms that display or could display if scrolled into view. Selection state and alarm color
is included. Only columns visible are printed

The Alarm Viewer can display the following items for each alarm.
Live Alarm Columns
Column Name Description

Acknowledged The acknowledged state of the alarm or event. (Y = Acknowledged, N = Unacknowledged)
Actor ID The user ID that performed the last action.
Alarm Class The Alarm Class assigned to the variable during the ToolboxST configuration, which specifies
priority, color, blinking, and sound values.
Alarm ID A unique identifier for the alarm.
Alarm State The current state of the displayed alarm or event.
Alarm Type The type (alarms, events, holds, SOEs, or diagnostics) of the alarm being displayed.
Description The description of the alarm.
Device Name The name of the unit.
Device Time The time when the alarm was generated by the device. From the Options menu, select Settings
to change the time display type (UTC, Local Time).
Locked State Used by the operator to control the alarm from being updated. (L = Locked, U = Unlocked)
Locked freezes the alarm. Unlocked allows the alarm to update.
Override State The Hold Override state of the alarm. (Y = Overridden, N = Normal)
Plant Area The logical plant area assigned to the alarm or event.
Primary Language The alarm description in the primary language. This is entered in the Description column for all
Description variables in the ToolboxST application.
Priority The priority of the alarm or event. (1 is the highest priority)
Quality The quality of the alarm or event. When the quality is poor, the color changes to light gray on
white to indicate that the alarm is stale and its state may not be correct.
Recorded Time The time when the alarm was recorded by the alarm system. This allows you to find time-sync
problems when the device time has not yet been set and alarms are being generated. The units
and precision are the same for Device Time.
Second Language The alarm alternate language description in the second language defined in the ToolboxST
Description application.
Severity The severity of the alarm or event. (1 is a message, 1000 is critical)
Silenced The silenced state of the alarm. (Y = Silenced, N = Normal)
Transition Reason The reason for the transition.
Unit Type The type of unit the alarm was received from.
Units The units the value is displayed in.
Value The value of the alarm, either True or False, for Boolean alarms, or the current value of an
analog alarm.
Variable Alias The customer assigned variable name associated with this event.
Variable Name The variable associated with this alarm or event. Device names have a unique prefix.

Sort Alarm Data
Ø To sort by information in a single column: click the column header of the
column to be sorted to display a sort arrow that indicates the direction of the sort.
Note Rest the cursor on the sort arrow to display a ToolTip describing the sort
direction.
Any column can be used to sort data. Re-selecting the same column toggles the sort
direction. Single-column sorting is the default.
Ø To sort using multiple columns

1. Right-click any column header. From the shortcut menu, select Multicolumn Sort
Order.
2. Click OK.
Note After multi-column sort is configured, it remains in effect until removed.

Filter Live Alarms
Refer to the section Filters The Alarm Viewer allows you to edit and apply filters that control the displayed alarms.
for additional information on
defining custom filters. The filter toolbar is displayed in the following figure.
Note The special filter <Unfiltered> is available even if no filter collection is loaded.
The filter toolbar contains the following items:
Collection is the name of the filter collection currently loaded for use. This name is
user-defined and can be set in the filter collection editor.
Filters Available is a list, displayed in a drop down box, of all defined filters in the test
filter collection that can be selected. Selecting a filter applies it to the alarm data being
displayed. The filters available are all user-defined and named.
Priority Filter displays the highest priority alarms that are active and not acknowledged.
Selecting this filter causes the drop-down list of filters to be unavailable. Clicking the
button toggles the priority filter on or off.
When a filter is selected from the drop-down list, the live alarm display automatically
updates using the selected filter. The column headers also update if the alarm data in a
particular column is used in the filter.
Note The filter equation applied displays when the cursor is positioned over the
drop-down arrow of the filter list.
The following is an example of an alarm display after a filter is applied.

Ø To edit the applied filter: from the column header, click any of the red filter icons.
Clicking the Filter icon for the Type column allows you to edit the filter term for that
column. Changing the selection changes the display based on the new evaluation.
Changes made are reflected back into the current filter. All columns that have the Filter
icon displayed can be edited.
If no Filter icon is displayed in the column header, you can add the filter term for the
column. Right-click over the column header and select Edit Column Filter Equation
from the shortcut menu.
Note If the Edit Column Filter Equation item is unavailable, there is no filter allowed
for that column.
Note If no selection is made in a filter element, it is considered unused when the

filter is evaluated.
The Column Filter dialog box (obtained by clicking the Filter icon in the Type column)
allows you to change the alarm event types being filtered. Selecting the Events check box
displays both alarms and events.

Active Alarm Background Notification
The Alarm Viewer alerts you to any active alarms that have not been acknowledged while
a filter is being applied. A ToolTip points to an icon in the system tray.
In the following example, there are 27 active, unacknowledged alarms that are currently
not being displayed by the Alarm Viewer. This is due to the filter currently being applied
(keeping them in the background). The notification is removed when:
• The filter is changed to display all the alarms

• The background alarms are acknowledged, or return to a normal state
The information in the ToolTip updates if the status of these alarms changes.
Note The notification does NOT display if the Dynamic Priority filter is applied.

Manage Alarms and Events
The Live Alarm Toolbar buttons are used to manage alarms and events. Additionally, when
you right-click in the live display area, a shortcut menu displays with additional options.
Note Items that are unavailable are due to the current alarm conditions at the
instant that this menu displays (for example, if a selected alarm has already been
acknowledged).
The following tables display alarm and event management options:
Live Alarm Shortcut Menu Options
Menu Item Action

Acknowledge Acknowledges all alarms visible on screen. Does not include alarms
All On Screen that must be scrolled into view. All connected clients see this action.
Alarm selections are not required.
Reset All On Resets all alarms visible on screen. Does not include alarms that
Screen must be scrolled into view. All connected clients see this action.
Silence All On Suppresses the sound being annunciated for all alarms visible on
Screen screen. All connected clients respond to this action. Only visible
columns are printed. Alarm selections are not required.
When an alarm set is selected, the row(s) display(s) in blue. The selected alarm set may be
larger than can be displayed at one time. These actions are system-wide.

Alarm Selection
Action Result
Ctrl-A Selects all alarms visible on screen. Does not include alarms that
must be scrolled into view. All connected clients see this action.
Left Mouse Selects the alarm under the cursor and deselects all other selected
alarms
Ctrl-Left Mouse Toggles the selected alarm under the cursor
The following menu items affect the selected alarm set.
Menu Item Action

Acknowledge Acknowledges the selected alarm set
Unacknowledge Removes the acknowledged condition on the selected alarm set
Lock Prevents the selected alarm set from changing

Unlock Releases the lock from the selected alarm set
Reset Resets the selected alarm set
Override Overrides the alarm for the selected alarm set
Remove Removes the override attribute on the selected alarm set
Override
Silence Silences the selected alarm set
Unsilence Reinstates the sound attribute on the selected alarm set
Silence Alarm Silences the alarm horn on the selected alarm set
Horn

The following menu items affect the selected alarm set. They have no impact on the
alarm state in the system.
Menu Item Action

Go To Definition in Starts the ToolboxST application and navigates to the
Logic application code block that is writing the variable. If the
ToolboxST application is not installed on the computer
running Alarm Viewer, this menu item is unavailable. This
menu item is only available when a single alarm is selected.
Go To Display Screen Causes the HMI screen that contains the selected alarm to
display. Selection is not available if the HMI software is not
installed.
Alarm Status History Selects a time frame of Ten Minutes, One Hour, One Day, or a
User Defined Filter that is used to retrieve the set of historical
alarms that match the filter criteria. This historical alarm data
then displays in the Short Term Alarms tab.
The user-defined filter item is unavailable until the user

defined filter is added to the Options/Settings/User Defined
Alarm Status History Filter Name option, and also is defined
in the current filter collection.
Display Variable Displays a data grid with the selected alarm variable attributes
Attributes for the operator to review.
Alarm Help Displays help for the selected process alarm or diagnostic
alarm if installed and configured.
Print Alarms Prints all alarms that are displayed or could be displayed if
scrolled into view. Selection state and alarm color is included.
Copy Selection Copies the currently selected alarms into the clipboard. The
copied alarms can be pasted into Word® or Excel®.
Create Filter from Creates a filter from the currently selected alarms and events.
Selection

Live Alarm Status History
Ø To display on-demand historical information from one or more alarms
or events: from anywhere in the alarm grid, right-click one or more rows of
selected alarm data, select Alarm Status History and Ten Minute Filter from the
shortcut menu.
If the User Defined item is unavailable, from the Options menu, select Viewer
Options, then in the User Defined Alarm Status History Filter Name field, enter a
name for the filter.
Note The selection made on the screen overwrites the variable(s) defined in the filter.
Refer to the section Filters.
Refer to the section Historical The results of the filter are displayed in the Short Term Historical Alarms display tab.
Alarms for more details on
displaying and managing this
Sound Options
information.
The Alarm Viewer can play sounds defined as part of the Alarm Class definition in the
ToolboxST configuration. Sound options include Tone, Wave File, and Voice. Once
defined, they are assigned to an alarm class for variables.
The Alarm Viewer updates the displayed alarm data approximately once a second.
During the update, the Alarm Viewer detects the highest-priority alarm that is active,
unacknowledged and not silenced, and plays the sound for that alarm.
If the sound is defined as Voice, the Alarm Viewer states the phrase Priority <Value>
<Alarm Type> <Description>, where
Value is the priority value of the alarm or event.
Alarm Type is the type of alarm/event:
• Alarm
• Event
• Hold
• SOE
• Diagnostic
Description is the description assigned to the variable in the ToolboxST configuration.
An example of a phrase would be:
Priority 1 Process Alarm, Gas Auxiliary Stop Position Filter Pre-Ignition Trip
Note Using abbreviations in the variable description results in a garbled voice

message.
Refer to the section, Live Ø To set the sound options: from the Alarm Viewer toolbar, click Options and
Alarms, for options relating to Settings. The Settings dialog box that displays allows you to configure sound
sound. options.

Redundant Alarm Server Support
The Alarm Viewer supports redundant Alarm Servers by providing automatic failover
of the connection if the primary Alarm Server goes offline. This feature is configured in
the ToolboxST System Editor by specifying the two workstations configured with the
WorkstationST Alarm Server feature enabled to be used. After this is done, the Alarm
Server configuration in each workstation must be made identical.
The Alarm Viewer displays the primary and secondary names of the hosts running the
redundant Alarm Servers in the status bar connection pane. The following are samples of
the Alarm Viewer status bar displaying the primary and secondary Alarm Servers:
Normal Primary Connection
Failed Primary Connection, Secondary Connection In Use
Failed Primary and Secondary Connections

Historical Alarms
The Alarm Viewer allows you to display alarm and event data from the short-term
historical alarm data file collection on the connected Alarm Server. When no alarm data
displays, the filters toolbar displays as follows:
When alarm data displays, the filter toolbar displays as follows:
Clicking the Find button displays the Find dialog box, used to find specific information in
the alarm data displayed.
Alarm data from one or more alarm data files displays in table form based on the filter
selected from the drop-down list. Summary information in table or plotted form can
also be displayed.
Ø To display the historical alarms screen

1. From the View menu, select Local Mode or Remote Mode and Show Historical
Alarms.
2. The Short Term Alarms tab is enabled, but no alarm data displays.
3. Select a filter to display the historical data from the files.

Note If Local Mode is selected, the data is retrieved from the Historical Alarm Files
on the local computer. If Remote Mode is selected, the data is retrieved from the
Historical Alarm Files on the remote computer.
When working with a short-term historical alarm data file collection:
• The number of rows returned is clamped at 50,000 unless a filter is defined and the
Maximum Alarm Rows To Return option in the filter definition is non-zero.
• The text in the selected tab is Short Term Historical Alarms – Unfiltered.
• Historical displays as the Alarm Source in the status bar.

View a Single File
The Historical information in a single alarm data file from a collection can also be
displayed.
Ø To view data in a single file

1. From the Alarm Viewer File menu, select Open Alarm Data File.
2. Select an alarm data file. The data from that file displays.
Note To restore viewing of all Alarm Data, the Alarm Data Display must be closed
by selecting Close Alarm Data File from the File menu.

View All Files
Once the historical alarm file source has been selected, the information in the files can be
displayed in various ways.
Note To update the initial historical data display, select a filter from the drop-down
list. Selecting a different filter always applies the new filter to the current alarm data file
selected.
When the Charts button is clicked, the alarm data displays in table form (the default).
When the Summary button is clicked, summary information displays.

Alarm details include:
• Time range of the alarm

• Number of Locked/Unlocked transitions
• Number of Active/Normal transitions
Note When the selection is changed to an item in the Device Summary, the
corresponding alarm summary displays and a new chart button is added to the toolbar.
No alarm summary information is displayed, and the chart button is removed from the
toolbar if the Time Range Summary item is selected.

The following are examples of the four different chart types that are available:
• Transitions Frequency – A Pareto chart that is scaled to the largest frequency

value found.
• Transitions Pareto – A Pareto chart that is scaled to display the data scaled as
percent of the total frequency found. A cumulative percent line from highest to
lowest frequency displays.

• Priority – A Pareto chart of the highest frequency by priority. The chart starts with
the alarms grouped from highest priority to the lowest priority.
• Alarms Per Hour – A bar chart displaying transition frequency by hour.

Refer to the section Historical By selecting the alarm types for a single device in the tree, a Pareto chart of the alarms and
Chart Settings for Alarms per events that occurred within the hour displays.
hour options.
Right-click anywhere in the chart area to display the Settings dialog box.

Filters
A filter contains one or more terms that can be configured. These terms, which correspond
to the column names of the live or historical alarm data display, can be edited to
provide filtering capability. Filters used in this application are pass-through filters. The
alarm/event data displays if the evaluation of the filter is True for the alarm/event. Created
filters are immediately available for use in both the live and historical displays.
Filter Collections
A filter collection consists of one or more filters. Only one collection can be opened at one
time. Individual filters can be added, modified or deleted within this collection.
Ø To create a new filter collection: from the File menu, select New Filter
Collection. A new filter collection is created with a default filter named Filter1.

The default configuration for a new filter added is Display All Alarms.

Edit a Filter
Ø To edit a filter: from the Tree View, select the filter element name. A dialog box
displays to allow you to edit the filter element.
Note Alarm Class displays all alarm classes defined in the ToolboxST configuration
for the current system.

Filter Element Names
Acknowledge State filters on Acknowledge, Unacknowledged or both.
Alarm Class displays a list of Alarm Classes. These Alarm Classes are read from the
current system configuration if the option Use Local Workstation Alarm Configuration is
set to True. You can right-click to add or delete Alarm Classes. Select the Alarm Class
to include it in the filter.
Alarm State filters on the condition of the alarm. The choices are All, Active, or Normal.
For event and SOE alarm types, the condition is always Normal.
Alarm Type filters on the type of alarm to display. The choices are Display Alarms,
Display Events, Display Diagnostics, Display SOEs, or Display Holds. Any combination
may be selected.
Description filters on the description of the alarm or event. Wildcard characters ? and *
are supported.
Device Name displays the devices that are the source of the alarm/events. These devices
are read from the current system configuration if the option Use Local Workstation Alarm
Configuration is set to True. You can right-click to add or delete devices. Select the
device to include it in the filter.
Device Time specifies a number of time-filtering options for filtering on the time of the
alarm or event. The options are:
• None – No time specified for this filter.

• Absolute Time Range – Specifies a time range for the filter.
• Absolute Time To Current – Specifies an ever-increasing time
• Absolute Time – Specifies a single point in time for the filter. The precision of
the time value can be specified.
• Relative Time To Current – Specifies a moving time window for the filter.
Time entry units must be specified when entering a time for filtering. Time is managed
and stored in Universal Time Coordinated (UTC) in the system. If using Local Time units,
the time value must be expressed in local time. The application converts the time to
UTC to perform any calculations or filtering.
Note It is recommended that the option Time Type for Display be set to the same
units as the units defined here.
Plant Area filters on a logical area of the plant. The Plant Area is configured in tree form
in the ToolboxST application and is associated with each alarm/event. The Plant Area
cannot be edited. All or any portion of the tree may be used in the filter.
Priority filters on the priority value associated with the alarm/event. The operators
defined are <=, =, or >=.
Quality filters on Good or Bad. Good indicates the alarm information is current, Bad
indicates the information is stale and is not updating on the Live alarm display.
Recorded Time specifies the same time-filtering options as in Device Time. This can
filter on the received time of the alarm/event. The received time is the time that the Alarm
Server received the alarm or event. This is used to troubleshoot time-sync problems.

Severity filters on the OPC ® AE Severity value of the alarm/event. The operators
defined are <=, =, or >=.
Silence filters on Silenced, Normal or both of the alarm or event.
Variable Alias filters on the alias name of the alarm or event. The definition can be a
single variable or a list of variables. Wildcard characters ? and * are supported.
Variable Name filters on the alarm or event name. The definition can be a single variable
or a list of variables. Wildcard characters ? and * are supported.
Save a Filter Collection

Ø To save a filter collection: from the File menu, click Save Filter Collection
(enter a unique name for the file). The file extension is .xml.
The default directory can be specified in the alarm viewer options

(Options/Settings/Alarm Viewer Settings/Local Settings/Alarm
Configuration Root Path).

Alarm Viewer Settings
Ø To access Alarm Viewer Settings: from the Alarm Viewer Options menu,
select Settings.
or
Ø Right-click any tab and select Settings from the shortcut menu.
Alarm Help
Master Workstation Host Name is the host name that is the source of
the Process Alarm/Diagnostics Help.
Communications
Ping Timeout is the time to wait, in milliseconds, when initially

connecting to a remote host. The default is 1000.

Filter Options
Add Default Filters, if set to True, opens the file DefaultFilters.xml (if
found) and adds all contents to the new filter collection being created.
The DefaultFilters.xml file is generated by creating and editing a set of filters
and then saving them to the file named DefaultFilters.xml.
The DefaultFilters.xml file must be located in the Filters folder of the
Alarm Configuration Root Path.
Load Last Used Filter, if set to True, loads the last filter file. The filters can
then be selected and applied.
User Defined Alarm Status History Filter Name is the name of the
filter to locate and apply when selecting the Historical Status.
Language
Display Language allows the selection of the default language for displaying
live alarm data and alarm/event help based upon the languages selected as
primary and secondary in the ToolboxST System Editor. These can also be
selected using the WorkstationST or ControlST icon in the taskbar
notification area.
Local Settings
Alarm Configuration Root Path sets the path to the Alarm Viewer root
configuration directory. All views, filters, and sound filters are located under
this directory.
Alarm Export Path is the path used when the current alarm display is
exported to a .csv file.
Export CSV data with headers, if set to True, writes the headers when the
alarm data is exported to a .csv file. If set to False, no headers are written. Only
the visible columns are written.
Use Local Workstation Alarm Configuration, if set to True, uses the

workstation configuration on this computer. If set to False, uses the local
Alarm Files Path to point to the alarm data to process.
Startup Settings
Display Style selects either a resizable, movable form or a fixed sized and
fixed position form.
Show Main Menu, when set to True, displays the main menu. When set to
False, the main menu is hidden.
Show Startup Splash Screen, when set to True, displays the startup splash
screen. When set to False, the startup splash screen is suppressed when the
WorkstationST Alarm Viewer is started.
Show Status Bar, when set to True, displays the status bar at the bottom
of the screen. When set to False, the status bar is hidden.
Show Toolbar, when set to True, displays the toolbar. When set to False, the
toolbar is hidden.

Viewer Display Options
Advanced Mode, used when the WorkstationST Alarm Viewer is enabled

for display in a language other than English. When set to False, disables access
to non-translated documentation and advanced features of the WorkstationST
Alarm Viewer that are not translated into the selected display language.
Note This option is hidden when the Operating System is set to run in English.
Alarm ID in Hex, when set to True, displays the alarm ID in hex. When set to
False, the value is displayed as a decimal.
Always On Top, when set to True, keeps the Alarm Viewer on top of all other
windows.
Image Size, sets the size of the images displayed on the Live and Historical
toolbars.
Main Font changes the font used for all items displayed.
Show Text With Toolbar Buttons, when set to True, displays the text
for each toolbar button displayed.
Time Resolution Displayed selects the time data displayed (Milliseconds

is the default)
Time Type for Display defines the time type that displays. The selections
are UTC Time, Site Time, or Local. Local and site settings use the local
time zone to calculate the time for display.
Enable Non-translated Content displays when displaying text in a

language other than English. When set to False, it prevents access to the
following features/documentation:
• View\Advanced\Show OPC AE Test Client

• View\Advanced\View Alarm Server Logs
• Help\Release Notes
• Help\How To Guides
When changed to True, the following message displays:
Setting this option to 'True' will enable access to features and documentation
that may not be translated into the current Windows display language.
After clicking OK, access to the listed features is enabled.
Note When displaying English, this option is hidden and set to True, allowing access
to all features and documentation.

Live Settings
Alarm Management Group Toolbar
Show Acknowledge All Button hides or displays the Acknowledge All

button on the Alarm Management Group toolbar.
Show Dynamic Priority Button hides or displays the Dynamic Priority

Filter button on the toolbar.
Show Filter Collection Name hides or displays the filter collection name
on the toolbar.
Show Filters Available Label hides or displays the "Filters Available" label
on the toolbar.
Show Page Down Button hides or displays the Page Down button
on the toolbar.
Show Page Up Button hides or displays the Page Up button on the toolbar.
Show Reset All Button hides or displays the Reset All button on this
toolbar.

Show Toolbar hides or displays this toolbar.
Show Zoom In Button hides or displays the Zoom In Button on the toolbar.
Show Zoom Out Button hides or displays the Zoom Out Button on the
toolbar.
Alarm Management Toolbar
Show Acknowledge/Unacknowledge Button Set hides or displays the

Acknowledge/Unacknowledge button set on the Alarm Management toolbar.
Show Alarm Help hides or displays the Alarm help button on this toolbar.
Show Lock/Unlock Button Set hides or displays both the Lock and Unlock
buttons in this toolbar.
Show Override/Remove Override Button Set hides or displays both the

Override and Remove Override buttons as a set on this toolbar.
Show Reset Button hides or displays the Reset button in this toolbar.
Show Toolbar hides or displays this toolbar.
Display
Disable Blinking overrides the configured blink value in the Alarm Class
definition for the system. Alarm Class configuration is defined in the
ToolboxST System Editor.
Show Background Alarm Balloon ToolTips, when set to True, displays a

balloon ToolTip listing the number of active and unacknowledged alarms that
are not displayed due to the filter being used.
Show Only Priority One Alarms in Balloon ToolTip, when set to True,
displays priority one alarms only in the balloon ToolTip. The Show
Background Alarm Balloon ToolTips must also be set to True.
Sound Configuration
Play Sound Continuously, when set to True, causes the sound configured
for the highest-priority alarm to play repeatedly until the operator takes action
to silence the alarm.
Play Sound Continuously Repeat Delay is the time delay, in seconds,

before repeating the sound for the highest-priority alarm.
Time To Disable Mute Sound Button is the time delay, in minutes, before
resetting the button when the Mute Sound Button is clicked. While the mute
button is active, all sound is suspended. When this time expires, sound is
played again. A value of 0 mutes the sound indefinitely.

Sound Toolbar
Show Alarm Horn Button displays or hides the Alarm Horn button on the
Sound toolbar.
Show Mute Sound Button displays or hides the Mute Sound button on this
toolbar.
Show Silence All Button displays or hides the Silence All button on this
toolbar.
Show Silence/Unsilence Button Set displays or hides the

Silence/Unsilence button on this toolbar
Show Toolbar displays or hides this toolbar.
Voice Options
Use Second Language Description Text, when set to False, uses the text
description. When set to True, uses the second language description text as the
phrase spoken when Voice is the sound type configured.

Historical Chart Settings
Active Transitions Bar Color allows the choice of colors used for the bar
when a chart is displayed.
Center Color for Active Transitions Bar Color is the color for the
center of the Active Transition state.
Edge Color for Active Transitions Bar Color is the color for the edge
of the Active Transition state.

Note Starting with the Deviations Transitions Bar Color below, the remaining
Transitions Bar Color options use the same definitions as explained above.
Background Color allows the choice of gradient background colors used

when a chart is displayed.
Bottom Gradient Color is the gradient color at the bottom of the chart
displayed.
Top Gradient Background Color is the gradient color at the top of the
chart displayed.
Alarms Per Hour
Alarm Type Center Color is the color for the center of the Alarm Type
displayed.
Alarm Type Edge Color is the color for the edge of the Alarm Type
displayed.
Diagnostic Type Center Color is the color for the center of the
Diagnostic Type displayed.
Diagnostic Type Edge Color is the color for the edge of the Diagnostic
Type displayed.
Event Type Center Color is the color for the center of the Event Type
displayed.
Event Type Edge Color is the color for the edge of the Event Type
displayed.
Hold Type Center Color is the color for the center of the Hold Type
displayed.
Hold Type Edge Color is the color for the edge of the Hold Type displayed.
Increasing Time Table Sort Direction Set to True to sort the time labels
in increasing order (from oldest time to newest time). Set to False to sort in
decreasing order (from newest time to oldest time). The time display format
is Month-Day Hour:Minute:Second.
Show Time Label Sort Direction Set to True to display the hour time
label on the x axis for data that is not defined for that hour. Set to False to skip
displaying time for no data.
SOE Type Center Color is the color for the center of the SOE Type displayed.
SOE Type Edge Color is the color for the edge of the SOE Type displayed.
Chart Options
Distance Between Bar Groups is the distance in pixels between bar

groups.
Horizontal Grid, when set to True, draws the horizontal grid lines.
Show Alarm/Event states for each variable displays the alarm state
appended on the alarm/event name (variable).

Show Alarm/Event types for each variable, when set to True, draws bars
for each alarm/event type for all variables.
Show Alias Names, when set to True, the Alias name displays in the chart.
When the option is set to False, the standard variable name display behavior is
provided. The variable names are displayed on the bars and also displayed
in the ToolTip.
Note If the alias name to be displayed is blank, the variable name displays instead.
Depending on the configuration, there can be a mixed display of alias and variable
names on the same chart.
Show Bar Text, when set to True, displays the text inside or above the bar
as necessary. When set to False, no bar text is displayed.
Show cumulative percent line plot, when set to True, draws the line
connecting the first series of bars representing total percent of the data
displayed.
This option only works if the Chart Type selected is Pareto.
Text Angle is the alarm/event display angle on the screen, and has a range of
0 - 90 degrees.
Vertical Grid, when set to True, draws the vertical grid lines.
Deviation Transitions Bar Color
Note The following three alarm states (Hi, HiHi, and HiHiHi) designate increasing
levels of severity, or concern, for an alarm in this category. (The higher it gets, the
more critical it is.)
Hi Transitions Bar Color
HiHi Transitions Bar Color
HiHiHi Transitions Bar Color
Inhibited Transitions Bar Color
Note The following three alarm states (Lo, LoLo, and LoLoLo) designate increasing
levels of severity, or concern, for an alarm in this category. (The lower it gets, the
more critical it is.)
Lo Transitions Bar Color
LoLo Transitions Bar Color
LoLoLo Transitions Bar Color
Normal Transitions Bar Color
Rate Transitions Bar Color

Views
The View menu allows you to establish a set of parameters to view in a given situation
(such as a turbine trip). After it is saved, you can then return to the same set of parameters
at any time.
Create a View
To create a view, you must first set the parameters to display in that view.
Ø To create a view
1. From the View menu, select Local Mode or Remote Mode, Show Live Alarms,
and Show Historical Alarms as appropriate. Refer to the Live Alarms section.
2. Select the Live Alarm Data tab and organize the columns as they need to be
displayed. Refer to the Live Alarms, Organizing and Displaying Columns section.
3. Sort the alarm data as required. Refer to the Live Alarms, Sorting Alarm Data section.
4. Create and name the necessary Filter Collection. Refer to the Filters, Filter
Collections section.
Note If you have filters defined from previous versions of Alarm Viewer, you can
manually copy them to the Filters subdirectory.
5. From the Options menu, select Settings.

6. Set the Alarm Configuration Root Path to a directory that contains all Filters,
Views, and Sound Files in one location. It is recommended that the root directory
be named AlarmViewerConfiguration. The Filters, Views, and Sound Files
subdirectories are created automatically under the root directory.
Note At this point, the Alarm Viewer should be configured to display all the necessary
parameters. Once you ensure this, proceed with the final step.
7. From the File menu, select Save View As. The file browser defaults to the View
subdirectory. Save the view using a name that describes the view state.
Or
8. Right-click any tab and select Save View As from the shortcut menu.

Open a Saved View
Ø To open a saved view: From the File menu, select Open View.
Or
1. Right-click any tab and select Open View from the shortcut menu.
2. Select the desired view, then click Open. The selected view displays.
Note The Short Term Historical Alarms tab does not automatically apply and display
the filter selected. You must apply the filter to update the Short Term Historical Alarms
display.
Ø To apply a filter to the Short Term Historical Alarms display: with the
Alarm Viewer, open to the correct view, select the Short Term Historical
Alarms tab.

Open a Recently Used View
Ø To open a view from the Recent Views list: from the File menu, select
Recent Views. A list of recently used views displays.
Or
Right-click any tab and select Recent Views from the shortcut menu.
Default View
When the Alarm Viewer is started, it searches for the AlarmViewerDefault.AvView view
file. This is the saved default view and must be created and saved in the same manner as
all other view files.
CIMPLICITY* Alarm Status History View

This view is used to implement the Alarm Status History feature from screen objects in
CimView. The feature requires the CimplicityAlarmStatusHistory.AvView file be defined
and saved. This view generates a historical alarm report on the variables passed into the
WorkstationST Alarm Viewer when started from CimView.
This view file is also used to animate the alarm button on the navigation bar in CimView.
The animation is controlled by an alarm status client running in the background when
CimView is running. This client reads the CimplicityAlarmStatusHistory.AvView file to
perform the connection to the designated alarm servers. A filter named AlarmStatusFilter
is created to allow only process alarms to be received by the alarm status client. Refer to
GEI-100697, WorkstationST CIMPLICITY Advanced Viewer Integration for additional
information.

Create a CimplicityAlarmStatusHistory View File
Ø To create the CimplicityAlarmStatusHistory View file
1. From the Start menu, select All Programs, GE ControlST, and WorkstationST
Alarm Viewer. The WorkstationST Alarm Viewer screen displays.
2. From the View menu, select Local Mode or Remote Mode to select the Alarm
Server to use.
3. From the Options menu, select Settings to display the Settings dialog box.
4. From the File menu, select Save View As.

5. Verify the file path matches the Alarm Configuration Root Path noted earlier.
6. Select File name and enter CimplicityAlarmStatusHistory.
7. Click Save.

Status Bar
The following is an example of an Alarm Viewer status bar.
The display states are as follows:
The language in use is displayed in a white icon in the left corner. (En indicating English)
Connection indicates the source of the alarm data (local or remote computer). The IP
address or host name of a remote computer also displays. A green icon indicates that the
connection status is good, a red icon indicates a connection problem. The following are
examples of connection options:
Single Alarm Server Connection
Normal Connection Status
Redundant Alarm Server Connection
Normal Primary Connection
Failed Primary Connection, Secondary connection in use
Both Primary and Secondary connection failure
Alarm Source indicates whether the data displayed is from a live connection or is
historical, and if the data is filtered.
Filter Applied indicates the name of the filter applied or <Unfiltered> or No Filter. If
a single alarm file displays, File Contents also displays.
Alarm Data indicates the number of rows used for live or historical alarm data. If live data
is displayed, an icon indicates the update status of the screen. If the update is interrupted,
the icon displays in red. The icon turns green when the connection is reestablished.

Alarm Help
Process and diagnostics Alarm Help display is integrated into the Alarm Viewer. Alarm
commenting capability is also built in for both alarm types. Alarm Help is displayed
by one of the following methods:
• Opening the Alarm Help Browser

• Selecting a single process alarm or diagnostic alarm and selecting the Alarm Help
button
• Selecting the Alarm Help item from the context menu.
Directory Structure
Alarm Help uses the existing Master Location defined in the Property Editor in the
ToolboxST System Editor. It adds the Help subdirectory to the directory structure used
by the Alarm Viewer. Two additional subdirectories required are ProcessAlarms and
Diagnostics.
The directory structure created uses the defined component names to contain the help
for that component. The diagnostics Help is configured by device type. The following
is an example of the directory structure:

MasterDirectory is the root directory on the Master Workstation as defined in the
ToolboxST application.
Help is the subdirectory that defines the start of the help file collection. This subdirectory
is required, and must be named as displayed.
Diagnostics is the subdirectory that defines the start of the diagnostics section. This
subdirectory is required, and must be named as displays. Subdirectories such as AEPA are
specific Distributed I/O packs used in the system.
ProcessAlarms is the subdirectory that defines the start of the process alarms section.
This subdirectory is required, and must be named as displayed.
Ews1 is a name of a WorkstationST component.
G1 and G2 are the component names for gas turbines.
S1 is the name of a steam turbine.
TMRM6E is a Mark VIe component.
File Naming Conventions

The help files provided must be named according to the defined standard as follows:
Diagnostics
The file must use the format <Type>Diags.<language>.chm where:
<Type> is the component type, usually distributed I/O packs (PDOA, PAIC, and
such) but may also be UCCA or ALARMSEVER.
Diags is the required string appended to the Type (for example PAICDiags)
<Language>is the language identifier in the Name column of the Language
Naming table. (refer to the section Language Naming).
chm is the required file extension. Diagnostics help files must be defined as chm
files.
A properly named file is PAICDiags.en.chm, which indicates the file is for a PAIC pack
type, is authored in English, and is a standard chm file.
Note The name of the file is not case-sensitive.
Note For information on how MarkV Diagnostic alarms are defined, refer to
GHT-200040, How to Convert a Mark V Component for Use in ControlST Applications.

Process Alarms
The file must use the format <Variable>.<language>.<extension> where:
<Variable> is the variable name as defined in the ToolboxST application without the
device prefix.
<Language> language identifier in the Name column of the Language Naming table
(refer to the section Language Naming).
<Extension> is the required file extension (for example, .txt, .htm, and so on).
A properly named file is L63QTX.en.txt, which indicates the file is for the variable
L63QTX, is authored in English, and is a standard text file.
Note Process alarm help files can have the extension.txt, rtf, htm, or chm. If a set of
files is located in this directory, the order txt, htm, rtf, chm is used to display the file.
The first one found is displayed. The name of the file is not case-sensitive.
User Comments
A comment file uses the following formats:
The Process Alarms format is <Variable>Comments.<language>.xml where:
Variable is the name of the process alarm as defined in the ToolboxST application.
Comments is a constant string added to the variable name.
xml is the required file extension of xml.
The Diagnostics format is <Type>Comments.<language>.xml where:
<Type> is the component type, usually distributed I/O packs (PDOA, PAIC, and
such) but may also be UCCA or ALARMSERVER.
Comments is the required string appended to the Type (for example
PAICComments).
xml is the required file extension.
A properly named file is PaicComments.en.xml, which indicates that this is a comment

file for a PAIC pack type, is authored in English, and is an xml file.

Comment Lock File
The comment lock file contains the computer name and user ID of the user currently
editing it. The file is created and managed by the Alarm Viewer. The format is:
<Variable>Comments.lock.txt for process alarms
and
<Type>Comments.lock.txt for component type
Process Alarms
Process alarm Help is managed on a per instance basis. This requires a file for each
component and each variable, with the correct suffix, to display Help in Alarm Viewer.
Help for a variable that is identical for G1 and G2 must also be copied into both G1
and G2 folders. An example of the process alarm help directory with a help file defined
is as follows:
Diagnostic Alarms
Diagnostic alarm Help is managed on a per type basis. An example of the directory used
for Diagnostics is as follows:

The files under the component name directory must conform to the following convention:
AEPA is the pack type name as defined in the ToolboxST application.
en identifies the file as being authored in English. An es language
identifier indicates a file in Spanish.
chm identifies the type of file to be viewed. The compiled html file type (CHM)
is to be used for diagnostics help.
Note The file name is not case-sensitive.
The Alarm Viewer allows you to determine which language to use when detecting the
correct file for display.
Alarm Viewer
The Alarm Viewer allows you to browse available help files.
Alarm Help Browsing

If the Master Workstation Host is not defined when the Alarm Viewer is started, the Alarm
Help Browser button is unavailable.
You must enter the Master Workstation Host in the Settings dialog box.
Ø To set the Master Workstation Host Name: from the Options menu, select
Settings.

After it is entered, the host name is resolved and the Master Workstation Path is retrieved.
If an error is detected, the host name is not set. The Master Host and Path in the
ToolboxST application must be fixed.
After the Master Host and Path are validated, the Alarm Help Browser button is enabled.
Click the browser button to display a dialog box that allows you to navigate all defined
alarm and diagnostic help files.

The Tree View displays the existing master directory and all its subdirectories. A
document that can be displayed is represented by the Document icon. When the icon is
selected, the file is read on demand from the Master Workstation and written locally to a
temporary (temp) directory. ProcessAlarms help displays on the Help tab in the Summary
View of the Alarm Help Viewer dialog box. Diagnostics help only displays when the
CHM viewer is used. It does not display in the Summary View.
Note If the Master Workstation host name is not set, an error displays in the status
bar, and only the root names display in the Tree View.
Selected Language Display

The Alarm Viewer language choices are set in the ToolboxST System Editor using the
Primary Language and Second Language options in the Property Editor. The display
language can be selected by right-clicking the WorkstationST or ControlST icon in the
taskbar notification area and selecting or deselecting the Use Second Language option.
Use the drop-down list in the Alarm Help Viewer dialog box to change the Help
language.

After the language is selected, the display refreshes. The following screen displays the
new help file (signal name language at the top):
If a document is not defined in Spanish (the signal name language), the document icon is
missing and the Help tab is blank. The following screen displays:

Live Alarm Display Help
In a live alarm display, you can select a single process alarm or diagnostic by selecting
the row. Alarm Help is enabled only if a single item is selected and the variable type is a
Process Alarm or a Diagnostic type. Alarm Help is available from the live alarm toolbar
and the alarm shortcut menu.
Examples:
Live alarms actively update without selecting rows.
The selection of a single Process Alarm or Diagnostic (row is highlighted in blue) enables
the Alarm Help button and the Alarm Help shortcut menu item. When the mouse pointer
is held over the Alarm Help button, a ToolTip displays.

When Alarm Help is selected, the Alarm Help dialog box displays, the Tree View expands,
the correct item is selected, and the corresponding Help content displays. All file types,
except chm files, display in the Summary View.
Note Help displays for a single process alarm/diagnostic only.

Alarm Comments
The Alarm Help Viewer supports customer-defined comments. Select the Alarm Help
document in the Tree View, and then select the Comments tab. The following screen
displays:
The toolbar on the Comments tab (displayed below) is used to control editing, and manage
the display.
Controls available on this toolbar are as follows:
saves the edited comment in the Master Workstation.
changes the sort direction of the date/time items in the Tree View (Oldest to Newest or
Newest to Oldest)

Lock/Unlock button controls access to the file for editing. The button states are:
to indicate the comment file is locked by the current user for editing.
to indicate the comment file is read-only.
to indicate the comment file is locked for editing by another user.
displays the computer and the user who has the file locked
for editing. This is blank if the file is read-only.
The icons on the Comments tab and the icons in the Tree View change to:
when one or more comment sections have been edited and not yet saved.
when the comment is in edit mode and no changes are pending.
when the comment is read-only.
When the Alarm Help item is selected, all comments display.
Historical Alarm Help

Refer to the section Live Alarm In the historical alarms display, Alarm Help is enabled only if a single item is selected,
Display Help. and the variable type is a Process Alarm or a Diagnostic. Alarm Help is available from the
historical alarm toolbar and the historical alarm context menu.

Language Usage Rules
Starting with the ControlST software suite V04.03, the WorkstationST Alarm Viewer
supports displaying text in the native language as selected from the Control Panel -
Regional Settings - Keyboards and Languages - Display Text. With this new capability,
support for subcultures in the language component of the help files names is available.
The language component used in the file name can now contain the subculture for that
country. The language component of the file can be defined as:
<culture>-<subculture>
or
<culture>
Example:
A file name can be defined using the culture and subculture for Spanish - Spain (Spanish
for Spain) as
L63QTX.es-SP.txt
or it can be defined using just the culture for Spanish as

L63QTX.es.txt
The alarm help subsystem detects the use of the subculture in the language component of
the file name. If the culture-subculture form is detected it displays, otherwise the culture
form displays.

Language Naming
The following table lists the available cultures and subcultures. The Name column
contains names used as the Language component of all file names and used as directory
names that contain resource files for that culture.
Note Right-to-left languages are not supported.
Display Name Name

Afrikaans af
Afrikaans (South Africa) af-ZA
Albanian sq
Albanian (Albania) sq-AL
Alsatian (France) gsw-FR
Amharic (Ethiopia) am-ET
Armenian hy
Armenian (Armenia) hy-AM
Assamese (India) as-IN
Azeri az
Azeri (Cyrillic, Azerbaijan) az-Cyrl-AZ
Azeri (Latin, Azerbaijan) az-Latn-AZ
Bashkir (Russia) ba-RU
Basque eu
Basque (Basque) eu-ES
Belarusian be
Belarusian (Belarus) be-BY
Bengali (Bangladesh) bn-BD
Bengali (India) bn-IN
Bosnian (Cyrillic, Bosnia and Herzegovina) bs-Cyrl-BA
Bosnian (Latin, Bosnia and Herzegovina) bs-Latn-BA
Breton (France) br-FR
Bulgarian bg
Bulgarian (Bulgaria) bg-BG
Catalan ca
Catalan (Catalan) ca-ES
Chinese (Hong Kong S.A.R.) zh-HK
Chinese (Macao S.A.R.) zh-MO
Chinese (People's Republic of China) zh-CN
Chinese (Simplified) zh-CHS
Chinese (Singapore) zh-SG
Chinese (Taiwan) zh-TW

Display Name Name
Chinese (Traditional) zh-CHT
Corsican (France) co-FR
Croatian hr
Croatian (Latin, Bosnia and Herzegovina) hr-BA
Czech cs
Czech (Czech Republic) cs-CZ
Danish da
Danish (Denmark) da-DK
Dari (Afghanistan) prs-AF
Dutch nl
Dutch (Belgium) nl-BE
Dutch (Netherlands) nl-NL
English en
English (Australia) en-AU
English (Belize) en-BZ
English (Canada) en-CA
English (Caribbean) en-029
English (India) en-IN
English (Ireland) en-IE
English (Jamaica) en-JM
English (Malaysia) en-MY
English (New Zealand) en-NZ
English (Republic of the Philippines) en-PH
English (Singapore) en-SG
English (South Africa) en-ZA
English (Trinidad and Tobago) en-TT
English (United Kingdom) en-GB
English (United States) en-US
English (Zimbabwe) en-ZW
Estonian et
Estonian (Estonia) et-EE
Faroese fo
Faroese (Faroe Islands) fo-FO
Filipino (Philippines) fil-PH
Finnish fi
Finnish (Finland) fi-FI
French fr
French (Belgium) fr-BE

Display Name Name
French (Canada) fr-CA
French (France) fr-FR
French (Luxembourg) fr-LU
French (Principality of Monaco) fr-MC
French (Switzerland) fr-CH
Frisian (Netherlands) fy-NL
Galician gl
Galician (Galician) gl-ES
Georgian ka
Georgian (Georgia) ka-GE
German de
German (Austria) de-AT
German (Germany) de-DE
German (Liechtenstein) de-LI
German (Luxembourg) de-LU
German (Switzerland) de-CH
Greek el
Greek (Greece) el-GR
Greenlandic (Greenland) kl-GL
Gujarati gu
Gujarati (India) gu-IN
Hausa (Latin, Nigeria) ha-Latn-NG
Hindi hi
Hindi (India) hi-IN
Hungarian hu
Hungarian (Hungary) hu-HU
Icelandic is
Icelandic (Iceland) is-IS
Igbo (Nigeria) ig-NG
Indonesian id
Indonesian (Indonesia) id-ID
Inuktitut (Latin, Canada) iu-Latn-CA
Inuktitut (Syllabics, Canada) iu-Cans-CA
Irish (Ireland) ga-IE
isiXhosa (South Africa) xh-ZA
isiZulu (South Africa) zu-ZA
Italian it
Italian (Italy) it-IT

Display Name Name
Italian (Switzerland) it-CH
Japanese ja
Japanese (Japan) ja-JP
Kannada kn
Kannada (India) kn-IN
Kazakh kk
Kazakh (Kazakhstan) kk-KZ
Khmer (Cambodia) km-KH
K'iche (Guatemala) qut-GT
Kinyarwanda (Rwanda) rw-RW
Kiswahili sw
Kiswahili (Kenya) sw-KE
Konkani kok
Konkani (India) kok-IN
Korean ko
Korean (Korea) ko-KR
Kyrgyz ky
Kyrgyz (Kyrgyzstan) ky-KG
Lao (Lao P.D.R.) lo-LA
Latvian lv
Latvian (Latvia) lv-LV
Lithuanian lt
Lithuanian (Lithuania) lt-LT
Lower Sorbian (Germany) dsb-DE
Luxembourgish (Luxembourg) lb-LU
Macedonian mk
Macedonian (Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia) mk-MK
Malay ms
Malay (Brunei Darussalam) ms-BN
Malay (Malaysia) ms-MY
Malayalam (India) ml-IN
Maltese (Malta) mt-MT
Maori (New Zealand) mi-NZ
Mapudungun (Chile) arn-CL
Marathi mr
Marathi (India) mr-IN
Mohawk (Mohawk) moh-CA
Mongolian mn

Display Name Name
Mongolian (Cyrillic, Mongolia) mn-MN
Mongolian (Traditional Mongolian, PRC) mn-Mong-CN
Nepali (Nepal) ne-NP
Norwegian no
Norwegian, Bokmål (Norway) nb-NO
Norwegian, Nynorsk (Norway) nn-NO
Occitan (France) oc-FR
Oriya (India) or-IN
Pashto (Afghanistan) ps-AF
Polish pl
Polish (Poland) pl-PL
Portuguese pt
Portuguese (Brazil) pt-BR
Portuguese (Portugal) pt-PT

Punjabi pa
Punjabi (India) pa-IN
Quechua (Bolivia) quz-BO
Quechua (Ecuador) quz-EC
Quechua (Peru) quz-PE
Romanian ro
Romanian (Romania) ro-RO
Romansh (Switzerland) rm-CH
Russian ru
Russian (Russia) ru-RU
Sami, Inari (Finland) smn-FI
Sami, Lule (Norway) smj-NO
Sami, Lule (Sweden) smj-SE
Sami, Northern (Finland) se-FI
Sami, Northern (Norway) se-NO
Sami, Northern (Sweden) se-SE
Sami, Skolt (Finland) sms-FI
Sami, Southern (Norway) sma-NO
Sami, Southern (Sweden) sma-SE
Sanskrit sa
Sanskrit (India) sa-IN
Scottish Gaelic (United Kingdom) gd-GB
Serbian sr
Serbian (Cyrillic, Bosnia and Herzegovina) sr-Cyrl-BA

Display Name Name
Serbian (Cyrillic, Montenegro) sr-Cyrl-ME
Serbian (Cyrillic, Serbia and Montenegro (Former)) sr-Cyrl-CS
Serbian (Cyrillic, Serbia) sr-Cyrl-RS
Serbian (Latin, Bosnia and Herzegovina) sr-Latn-BA
Serbian (Latin, Montenegro) sr-Latn-ME
Serbian (Latin, Serbia and Montenegro (Former)) sr-Latn-CS
Serbian (Latin, Serbia) sr-Latn-RS
Sesotho sa Leboa (South Africa) nso-ZA
Setswana (South Africa) tn-ZA
Sinhala (Sri Lanka) si-LK
Slovak sk
Slovak (Slovakia) sk-SK
Slovenian sl
Slovenian (Slovenia) sl-SI
Spanish es
Spanish (Argentina) es-AR
Spanish (Bolivia) es-BO
Spanish (Chile) es-CL
Spanish (Colombia) es-CO
Spanish (Costa Rica) es-CR
Spanish (Dominican Republic) es-DO
Spanish (Ecuador) es-EC
Spanish (El Salvador) es-SV
Spanish (Guatemala) es-GT
Spanish (Honduras) es-HN
Spanish (Mexico) es-MX
Spanish (Nicaragua) es-NI
Spanish (Panama) es-PA
Spanish (Paraguay) es-PY
Spanish (Peru) es-PE
Spanish (Puerto Rico) es-PR
Spanish (Spain) es-ES
Spanish (United States) es-US
Spanish (Uruguay) es-UY
Spanish (Venezuela) es-VE
Swedish sv
Swedish (Finland) sv-FI
Swedish (Sweden) sv-SE

Display Name Name
Tajik (Cyrillic, Tajikistan) tg-Cyrl-TJ
Tamazight (Latin, Algeria) tzm-Latn-DZ
Tamil ta
Tamil (India) ta-IN
Tatar tt
Tatar (Russia) tt-RU
Telugu te
Telugu (India) te-IN
Thai th
Thai (Thailand) th-TH
Tibetan (PRC) bo-CN
Turkish tr
Turkish (Turkey) tr-TR
Turkmen (Turkmenistan) tk-TM
Ukrainian uk
Ukrainian (Ukraine) uk-UA
Upper Sorbian (Germany) hsb-DE
Uyghur (PRC) ug-CN
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Menus
Menu Command Use to
File New Filter Collection Define a new collection of alarm filters.
Open Filter Collection Open a previously saved set of alarm
filters.
Save Filter Collection Save the current set of alarm filters to
a different file.
Save Filter Collection As Save the current set of alarm filters to
a different file.
Close Filter Collection Close the current filter set.
Recent Filter Collections Display a list of recently used filter
collections.
Open Alarm Data File Browse for an alarm data file to
display.
Close Alarm Data File Close the currently open data file.
Print Alarm Data Print the currently displayed
alarm/event data.
Print Alarm Summary Print the historical alarm summary
data.
Export Alarm Data Export the displayed alarm/event data
to a .csv file.
Export Alarm Summary Export the historical alarm data to a
Data .csv file.
Open View Open a previously saved view.
Save View Save the current view.
Save View As Assign a name and save the current
view.
Recent Views Display a list of recently used views.
Exit Exit the application.
View Local Mode Select the local computer as the
source of alarm data.
Remote Mode Select a remote computer as the
source of alarm data.
Show Live Alarms Select the mode of operation to display
live alarm/event data.
Show Historical Alarms Select the mode of operation to display
historical alarm data.

Menu Command Use to
Advanced Display two options.
Show OPC AE Test Client enables the

OPC AE tab to connect to OPC AE
Servers for testing.
View Alarm Server Logs displays three

options.
Alarm Server User Log displays an

Alarm Server Log.
Alarm Server Debug Log displays the

Alarm Server Debug Log.
Alarm Server Backup Debug Log

displays a backup of the Alarm Server
Debug Log.
Options Settings Display a dialog box of viewing
options.
Help Contents Display the Help application.
Submit Problem Report Allow you to submit an application
problem.
Release Notes Display information about this release.
How To Guides Display a list of How to Guides by title.
About Display version and copyright
information.

Acronyms and Abbreviations
CMP Command Message Protocol
EGD Ethernet Global Data, a control network and communication protocol
EMT EGD Management Tool
GUI Graphical User Interface
MRU Most Recently Used
OLE Object Linking and Embedding
OPC OLE for Process Control
SOE Sequence of Events

Terms
Bind - To establish the correspondence between the data in an exchange and variables in
a device.
Bind/Build - To bind the configuration for each consumed exchange and create/update
the configuration for any produced exchange.
Collection - More formally, an EGD Collection. A group of devices that constitutes a

formal subset of the devices participating in a particular EGD installation. This arbitrary
grouping allows users to subdivide the system to make some tasks easier.
Consume - To receive an EGD data message (exchange).
Consumer - An EGD node configured to receive an EGD data message.
EGD - A mechanism that provides access to global data between nodes supporting the
EGD protocol.
Exchange - An EGD data message consisting of a header and a body of data. The header
contains the producer ID and the exchange ID that uniquely identifies the message. The
body of data is a block of bytes in a format agreed upon by the producer and all consumers.
Feature - An element of the WorkstationST runtime system, which can be optionally

enabled through the ToolboxST application. Examples include OPC Server, Recorder,
and Alarm Viewer.
Global Data - A concept in which multiple controllers on a network can share

information by exchanging portions of their local memory with peer controllers.
OPC (OLE for Process Control) - A standard for data exchange in the industrial
environment (OLE is Microsoft’s® Object Language Embedding). The OPC foundation
provides specifications for various OPC standards such as OPC DA (Data Access) and
OPC AE (Alarm and Event).
Produce - To send an EGD data message (exchange).
Producer - The EGD node configured to send data messages. The source of the data
samples for an exchange.
Refresh - To bind the configuration for each consumed exchange for a particular
consumed device.
Runtime - Software stored in the controller’s Flash memory that converts application
code (pcode) to executable code.
Unbound Variables - Variables required by a consumer that were not found in the
producer configuration during the bind.

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1 540 387 7000

www.geenergy.com
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OPERATION
SPECIAL SEQUENCES
1. GENERAL............................................................................................................................... 2
2. STARTING MODE .................................................................................................................. 2
3. FAULTY IGNITION ................................................................................................................. 2
3.1. NORMAL IGNITION............................................................................................................. 2
3.2. FAULTY IGNITION .............................................................................................................. 3
4. INLINE FILTER CHANGEOVER ............................................................................................ 3
5. OVERSPEED TEST................................................................................................................ 4
5.2. SEQUENCE......................................................................................................................... 4
6. OIL PUMP RESTART TEST................................................................................................... 5
6.2. SEQUENCE......................................................................................................................... 5
7. PROLONGED SHUTDOWN................................................................................................... 6

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OPERATION
1. GENERAL
This document completes the normal operation sequences and contains specific
instructions for special sequences.
The following standard text applies to all gas turbines type 6FA (60 -80MW). Optional
equipment is often identified by the symbol () in the text.
The text is intended as a guide for the operator. The experience acquired during the day-
to-day operation of the plant will enable the operating staff to further supplement and
refine the recommendations contained in this document.
2. STARTING MODE
The operator usually starts the gas turbine in automatic mode by selecting “Auto“ on the
main screen, or “Remote” for remote operation. Mode Select “Crank” and “Fire” are
available for specific sequence test.
“Crank” allows normal starting sequence of the gas turbine up to firing speed but without
firing. This mode is used to test the starting means system.
“Fire” allows normal starting sequence of the gas turbine including firing, but without
accelerating the shaft line. This mode is used to test the firing sequence.
Both “Crank” and “Fire” mode select may be used to demonstrate or to test manually
cranking and/or firing after main maintenance activity on the gas turbine and are not used
during normal operation.
3. FAULTY IGNITION
3.1. NORMAL IGNITION

During the ignition sequence the control signal (FSR) assumes its ignition value,
x With gas fuel (), the pressure control valve (VRS) opens to regulate the inter-valve
pressure as a function of the speed, the flow control valve (VGC) assumes its ignition
value.
x With liquid fuel (), the flow control valve closes to obtain the ignition speed of the flow
divider corresponding to the control signal (FSR) and the turbine speed.
The flame must rapidly establish itself in all combustion chambers.

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OPERATION
3.2. FAULTY IGNITION

Faulty ignition is an incident that requires investigation and corrective action. Prior to any
new attempt, the following must be checked:
x The fuel conditions: availability, pressure.
x The proper functioning of the igniter plugs.
x The proper functioning of the flame detection system.
x The proper functioning of the fuel valves.
x The proper functioning of the liquid fuel atomization conditions ().
x The presence or absence of liquid fuel at the automatic purge valves at low points of
the turbine and the exhaust (VA17) ().
4. INLINE FILTER CHANGEOVER

Some of the systems are equipped with double filters () allowing switching between the
filters during operation.
For this switching, the standby filter must be available: cartridges installed and in good
condition, drain circuit closed, vent circuit closed, loss of charge measurement system
operational.
Let us consider an active filter (A) and a standby filter (S). The changeover procedure is
comprised of the following steps:
x Filling of filter S: use the small manual valve provided for this purpose. Check that the
filter is filled either via glass inspection windows (e.g. lube oil) or at the vent located at
the high point. Purge at the high point, if necessary.
x Switching from A to S: slowly open the inlet and outlet valves of filter S, or slowly
operate the changeover valve ().
x Deactivation of filter A: slowly close the inlet and outlet valves or operate the
changeover valve, close the small filling valve.

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OPERATION
5. OVERSPEED TEST
The overspeed protection circuit must be inspected once a year by simulation and with the
turbine in standstill position.
Real testing of the protection is not necessary if the simulation yields satisfactory results,
including the turbine trip circuits.
If a real test is scheduled, the following conditions must be fulfilled.

x Hot gas turbine having reached thermal stability, i.e. having operated at no-load for 90
minutes.
x Gas turbine running at nominal no-load speed, disconnected from the grid.
x Compressor bleed valves are open.
x Compressor bleed heating valve open.
x With the IGV control screen, open the blades to 88° and let the turbine operate in this
configuration for 45 minutes.
All these conditions are mandatory, it is recommended to contact a qualified GE engineer
for assistance.
5.2. SEQUENCE
Choose the overspeed test control screen
Select the protection module
Increase the speed until a trip occurs. The speed increase must be maintained without
interruption until the trip occurs.

Following this test, the turbine trips and continues its shutdown cycle until the turning gear
is activated.
Restore the normal conditions of the IGV and of the compressor bleed heating system.
Upon the start the turning sequence the turbine is available.

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OPERATION
6. OIL PUMP RESTART TEST

The emergency oil pump automatically starts upon the gas turbine start-up command in
order to check the proper functioning of the pump and its sequence. This test is
systematically repeated every seven days when the gas turbine is operating in continuous
mode. The emergency oil pump is thus carried out automatically and does not require any
manual intervention.
The main pump manual sequence test can be performed on the standby main pump.
Test valves are mounted on the oil supply circuit upstream of the pressure control valve
(VPR2). When closing the plunger valves, these valves allow the pressure of the sensors
to be reduced in order to activate the pump restart sequences.

Gas turbine at nominal operating speed and no oil pressure related alarm.
Observe the procedures for gaining access to the compartments.
Temporarily install a pressure gauge at the outlet of the pump to check the appropriate
pressure level based on the information to be found on the lube oil diagram.
6.2. SEQUENCE
Close the plunger valve and slowly open the test valve.
Main pump test 88QA 1
The main oil pump starts.
Slowly close the test valve and then open the plunger
Main pump test valve. Select again the lead pump on the speedtronic 88QA 0
screen. The main standby pump stops.
Main pump test Acknowledge the alarms on the control cabinets.

This test demonstrates the proper functioning of the lube oil pump restart sequences.

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OPERATION
7. PROLONGED SHUTDOWN
For particular operating reasons, the turbo-generator set may be shut down for a relatively
long period of time, more than one week, provided it can be started up, at short notice, to
generate power for the grid.
In this standby situation, the following instructions must be observed:
x Keep the electric auxiliaries and the control cabinets energized.
x Keep the heating systems (cabinet, compartments, generator…) and the air
conditioning system in automatic mode.
x The lube oil heating system automatically starts, with the oil pump, to keep the viscosity
at a value that is compatible with the turbine start-up.
x Keep the pipe tracing systems in automatic mode.
x Start up the gas turbine two to four times a month with few minutes at turning gear
before starting, fire and synchronize to the grid at low load to validate all sequences.
Shut down the turbine and observe the 24-hour turning sequence.


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Table of Contents OMMO_TOC

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL Rev : A

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2.1. DATE, TIME AND METERS

2.2. OPERATION PHASES

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2.3. ALARMS AND TRIPS

2.4. SPECIAL NOTES AND ABNORMALITIES

2.6. PARAMETER READOUTS

Parameters of the turbo-generator set are : pressures, temperatures, vibrations, analog

3. KEEP ORIGINAL STATE

3.1. CLEANLINESS OF THE EQUIPMENT

The cleanliness of the equipment allows to :

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x Preserve the efficiency of the plant’s refrigeration, filtration and ventilation

3.2. FLUID LEVELS

Although certain levels are monitored automatically, it is nevertheless advisable to check

3.3. CONDITION OF FILTERS

Rapid identification of an instrumentation defect or fault allows the fault to be brought

3.5. BEHAVIOR CHANGE

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3.6. LIGHTING AND SIGNALING

4. PARAMETERS READ OUT AND ANALYSIS

4.1. PARAMETER READOUTS

x Turbine and auxiliaries fluid pressures and levels

x Shaft line vibration

4.2. ANALYSIS OF THE PARAMETERS

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The exhaust temperature measurement is performed by several thermocouples

A major temperature difference between the exhaust thermocouples indicates a

x Turbine and auxiliaries fluid pressures and levels

The vibration values must be compared against the vibration signature.

The following relationships must be checked :

4.3. VIBRATION READOUTS

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1.2. OPERATING SEQUENCES

1.3. SCREEN SHOTS

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3. TURNING GEAR OPERATION (COOLDOWN CONTROL)

3.1. INITIAL CONDITIONS

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Input Description Output State

3.3. FINAL CONDITIONS

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4.1. INITIAL CONDITIONS

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Input Description Output State

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Input Description Output State

4.3. FINAL CONDITIONS

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5.1. INITIAL CONDITIONS

The initial conditions are as follows:

Manual synchronizing is allowed if the following conditions are fulfilled:

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Input Description Output State