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GE ENERGY SERVICES
PRODUCT SERVICE
15 JULY 2002
TECHNICAL INFORMATION LETTER
EXHAUST THERMOCOUPLE INSTALLATION wrench 361A2994P001 with head P008 and torque
RECOMMENDATIONS AND UPGRADE to 14 INCH-Pounds (1 Ft-Lb).
(Prevents thermocouple from being damaged during
thermal expansion.
APPLICABLE TO
All turbines using exhaust thermocouple parts: 5. Tighten the Jam nut finger tight. While keeping the
362A1102P001, 362A1102P006, or 362A1102P011. TC from turning, tighten the Jam nut to 16 -20 ft lbs
with a torque wrench. Prevents twisting and
PURPOSE breakage of TC cables.
To inform users of an improved method for
thermocouple installation, as well as an improved Note: The cable connection nuts are different thread
design exhaust thermocouple, 362A1102P017. In size to assure proper connection of the Alumel and
order to receive all related hardware to complete the Chromel leads.
installation of the upgraded thermocouple, order
204D1902G001 (which includes 362A1102P017 6. Tighten the cable connection nuts on the
Thermocouple & 287A1399P023 Fitting). thermocouple finger tight. Maximum torque of 14
INCH-Pounds ( 1 Ft-Lb ) (Smaller connection) and
BACKGROUND DISCUSSION 25 INCH-Pounds (Larger connection). Over
GE is continuously evaluating and searching for ways tightening can break the ceramic insulator. The
to improve the reliability of our products. Using our following tools should be used 361A2994P001 with
design for Six Sigma Methodology, a totally new design head P002, and wrench P007 with head P003 for
exhaust thermocouple (TC) has been developed. each connection nut. (Prevents cracking of the
ceramic insulator).
This TC has been used successfully in our GE Aircraft
Engines, and has been validated for both starts, and 7. Ensure the Exhaust Diffuser insulation does not
base load machines in the heavy-duty turbine cover the head of the thermocouple, and that the
application. insulation provides a radiation barrier between the
exhaust diffuser and the thermocouple
connections. The temperatures have been
RECOMMENDATIONS measured at 700 °F at this point, which is the
GE recommends for those turbines currently operating
maximum limit for the thermocouple. (Prevents
with 3362A1102P011 P006 or P001, the following
over heating the cable leads, which are only rated
installation procedures should be followed to install the
for 500 °F).
thermocouples:
8. Carefully route the cables to prevent overheating
1. Using a thread tap (.500-13UNC-2A), ensure the
from the diffuser and abrasion from vibration during
threads in the radiation shield adapter flange are
operation. In addition, it allows stress relief for
clear and free of burrs.
thermal expansion of the exhaust diffuser. Use
2. Carefully inspect the exhaust TC threads, clean cushioned cable clamps 361A2538P003 or support
any burrs or defects using a thread file. through conduit. DO NOT use metal cable clamps.
(Prevents over heating and shorting leads).
3. Apply Anti-Seize compound to the threads of the
thermocouple and the adapter flange. (Prevents If after installation of the TC has been verified to be
connections from loosening and seizing). correct, and the TC continues to emit erratic signals or
4. Do not thread thermocouple into radiation shield open circuits, then order and replace the existing TC
tightly. Seat the thermocouple in it's mount by hand with the upgraded part, GE Kit part number
until some resistance is met. Use special open end 204D1902G001.
COPYRIGHT 2002 GE
The information published in this Technical Information Letter is offered to you by GE in consideration of its ongoing sales and service relationship
with your organization. However, since the operation of your plant involves many factors not within our knowledge, and since operation of the plant
is in your control and ultimate responsibility for its continuing successful operation rests with you, GE specifically disclaims any responsibility for
liability based on claims for damage of any type, i.e. direct, consequential or special that may be alleged to have been incurred as result of applying
this information regardless of whether it is claimed that GE is strictly liable, in breach of contract, in breach of warranty, negligent, or is in other
respects responsible for any alleged injury or damage sustained by your organization as a result of applying this information.
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Installing the Exhaust Thermocouple
362A1102P017 and Swageloc fitting
Note: It is not necessary to make any changes to the
exhaust TC cabling or to the turbine controls to change
from a P011 TC to a P017 TC.
1. Using a thread tap (.500-13UNC-2A), ensure the
threads in the radiation shield adapter flange are
clear and free of burrs.
2. Carefully inspect the swageloc fitting threads GE
P/N 287A1399P023, clean any burrs or defects
using a thread file.
Carefully route the cables to prevent overheating from
the diffuser and abrasion from vibration during
operation. In addition, it allows stress relief for thermal
expansion of the exhaust diffuser. Use cushioned cable
clamps 361A2538P003, or support through conduit.
DO NOT use metal cable clamps. (Prevents over
heating and shorting leads).
Contact your local GE Energy Services
representative for assistance or for additional
information.

3. Apply Anti-Seize compound to the threads of the

fitting and the adapter flange. (Prevents
connections from loosening and seizing).

4. Thread fitting into radiation shield adapter flange.

5. Loosen the ferrule nut on the fitting and insert

thermocouple until it bottoms out on the stop collar
internal to the radiation shield.

6. Tighten the ferrule nut finger tight. While keeping

the TC from turning, tighten the ferrule nut using
the stop collar to determine complete tightening.

Note: The cable connection nuts are different thread

sizes to assure proper connection of the Alumel and
Chromel leads.

7. Tighten the cable connection nuts on the

thermocouple finger tight. Maximum torque of 14
INCH-Pounds ( 1 Ft-Lb ) (Smaller connection) and
25 INCH-Pounds (Larger connection). Over
tightening can break the ceramic insulator. The
following tools should be used 361A2994P001 with
head P002, and wrench P007 with head P003 for
each connection nut. (Prevents cracking of the
ceramic insulator).

8. Ensure the Exhaust Diffuser insulation does not

cover the head of the thermocouple, and that the
insulation provides a radiation barrier between the
exhaust diffuser and the thermocouple
connections. The temperatures have been
measured at 700 °F at this point, which is the
maximum limit for the thermocouple. (Prevents
over heating the cable leads, which are only rated
for 500 °F).

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