SERVICE BULLETIN

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NUMBER: 2.1/106A
ISSUED: September 1995
REVISED: July 1996
PRODUCT: Centaur 40, Centaur 50 and Taurus 60
MODEL(S): All
Specifics: Pneumatic start, gas fuel or dual fuel systems

SUBJECT: NEW STRAINERS FOR PNEUMATIC START AND

NATURAL GAS FUEL SYSTEMS

—REVISION NOTICE—
Includes Centaur 40 in the product category.

Type of Change: Product Improvement

Recommended
Compliance: Immediate

Purpose:
To announce the availability of a new standardized 2", 200 mesh strainer, Part No. 120401-16, for
pneumatic start and gas fuel supply lines.

GENERAL INFORMATION:
Contamination within the pneumatic start system has been responsible for several instances of pre-
mature wear and turbine starter failures. Turbine starter life can be significantly improved by re-
placing the 100 mesh strainers, previously supplied as part of the loose ship kit for pneumatic start
systems, with a new 200 mesh strainer. Installation of a second 200 mesh strainer is recommended
for natural gas fuel systems and dual fuel systems. All systems now use the same part number
strainer assemblies.

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RECOMMENDED ACTION:
1. Two 2", 200 mesh pneumatic system strainer assemblies, Solar part no. 120401-16,
should be ordered from your local Solar parts sales representative.
2. Locate the 2" strainers currently installed in the pneumatic start system and the natural
gas fuel supply line. The strainers are normally installed outside the skid at the point
where the gas enters the skid connections (see Figure 1 and Figure 2).
3. Shut the package down and close the hand valve located upstream of the strainer. Ensure
no gas pressure is present in the vicinity of the pneumatic strainer.
4. Remove the entire strainer assembly including the housing and install the new 2", 200
mesh assembly.
5. After completing the installation and ensuring proper connections, open the hand valve
and check for leaks.
6. Restart the package, and continue normal operation.

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 Figure 1 Pneumatic Start System.

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 Figure 2 Natural Gas Fuel System.

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