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GM-038 25/05/2001 24/05/2003 AH/FAH MPRC AAH 01 of 03

This procedure applies on all rotating machines that are equipped with axial position monitoring probes. Procedure shall be implemented upon distortion of the setting of the probe(s). 2.0 PURPOSE : Axial position monitoring is not meant to save the thrust bearings from wear rather than to save the machines from severe axial rub and total destruction. This procedure is written to ensure proper installation / setting of the axial thrust probes in order to guarantee reliable readouts and effective functioning. 3.0 RESPONSIBILITIES : Please refer to the attached flow chart which explains the procedure and relationship flow between concerned Departments. 3.1 AREA MAINTENANCE SHALL : 3.1.1 Measure the total axial float of the machine using a dial gauge. 3.1.2 Based on the reading obtained in 3.1.1, MTC shall move the rotor to the center of the total axial float of the machine and offer the machine to CSD for probes adjustment. 3.1.3 Once the axial probes are adjusted by CSD, MTC shall move the rotor to both sides of the machines (active & inactive) for MRG to obtain the probe readings and gap voltages. 3.2 CS DEPARTMENT SHALL : 3.2.1 Adjust the axial probes gap voltages to - 10 0.02 volts DC once the rotor is placed in center by MTC. 3.2.2 Ensure that the probes are reading zero in the Control Room after the adjustment is done.

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MAINTENANCE RELIABILITY GROUP (MRG) SHALL : 3.3.1 Supervise the activity and ensure proper installation and setting of the thrust position probes. 3.3.2 Verify the total axial float measured by MTC and ensure the centering of the rotor before the adjustment of the probes by CSD. 3.3.3 Record the readings and the gap voltages as per the attached form (GM-038-01). 3.3.4 Sign the form (GM-038-01) along with Mech./CS Engr. / Supr. MRG shall maintain the original form for future use and reference and shall submit copies to MTC and CSD.

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NOTES : 4.1 The following points shall be considered while carrying out this activity: 4.1.1 Lube oil circulation on the machine shall be stopped prior to carrying out this activity. This is to ensure reliable readings and accurate settings. 4.1.2 The criteria for setting of the probes at the rotor center has been identified as - 10 0.02 Volts DC. This criteria shall be strictly followed by CSD and any variance shall be sought with MRG concurrence. 4.1.3 Active side is identified as the thrust collar touches the active shoes of the thrust bearing while the inactive side is identified as the thrust collar touches the inactive shoes of the thrust bearing. 4.1.4 In case centering of the machine rotor could not be achieved by MTC, an alternate setting procedure could be used. This procedure requires setting of the thrust probes while the rotor is on one far end. In this case, the probes would be set at appropriate voltage based on the total float of the machine and the probe sensitivity, (standard is 200 millivolts per mil). This alternate procedure shall only be utilized after seeking concurrence from MRG. 4.1.5 All Devices and Instruments used in this activity shall be calibrated. 4.1.6 The Thrust position Monitors and Probes shall be calibrated prior to carrying out this activity.

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FLOW CHART

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MRG shall identify the active and the inactive thrust directions on the machine. MTC to measure the total axial float of the machine.

MTC to place the rotor in the center of the total measured float. MRG to confirm centering of the rotor.

CSD to adjust the axial thrust probes to the required setting. CSD to ensure ZERO reading of the probe after adjustment.

MTC to move the rotor in both the active and the inactive side of the thrust force. MRG to record the readings and the gap voltages as per the form GM-038-01

MRG to confirm that the results are satisfactory. If yes, then setting is finished. Otherwise, repeat steps 2 -4 .

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MAINTENANCE RELIABILITY GROUP

AXIAL THRUST POSITION PROBE (S) SETTING RECORD
EQUIPMENT NO./ITEM DESCRIPTION : THRUST BEARING CLEARANCE (mm) : Center
Gap Volts (VDC) Reading (um/mm)

Form No Procedure No Rev.0 Dated

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PROBE SET DATE : CLEARANCE VERIFIED BY : Axial Displacement Probe Monitor Readout Active Side
Gap Volts (VDC) Reading (um/mm)

S.No.

Probe No./ Location

Inactive Side
Gap Volts (VDC) Reading (um/mm)

Alarm
Gap Volts (VDC) Reading (um/mm)

Danger
Gap Volts (VDC) Reading (um/mm)

DCS Readout
Center Active side (um/mm) (um/mm) Inactive side (um/mm)

1 2 3 4 5 6

PERSONNEL RESPONSIBLE FOR SETTING MRG Engineer : _______________________ Instrument Supervisor/Engineer : _______________ Mechanical Supervisor/Engineer : ______________
Notes: 1- Rotor center position shall be verified by MRG Engineer before setting of axial thrust probe is done. 2- Active side means when thrust collar touches active shoes of thrust bearing. 3- In-active side means when thrust collar touches inactive shoes of thrust bearing.
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