Alarm Interpretation

GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
OPERATION
ALARMS INTERPRETATION
SIGNAL NAME ALARM TEXT POSSIBLES CAUSES ACTIONS TO BE TAKEN
Check bearing.
BTGJ1_1_ALM BEARING METAL TEMP GEN #1 HIGH The generator bearing metal temperature #1 is very high
Check lube oil system and drain piping
BEARING METAL TEMP GEN The generator bearing metal temperature (journal #1) is Check bearing.
BTGJ1_2_ALM
JOURNAL #1 HIGH high Check lube oil system and drain piping
Check bearing.
BTGJ2_1_ALM BEARING METAL TEMP GEN #2 HIGH The generator bearing metal temperature #2 is very high
Check lube oil system and drain piping
BEARING METAL TEMP GEN The generator bearing metal temperature (journal #2) is Check bearing.
BTGJ2_2_ALM
JOURNAL #2 HIGH high Check lube oil system and drain piping
BEARING METAL TEMP TURBINE Check bearing.
BTJ1_1_ALM The turbine bearing metal temperature (journal #1) is high
JOURNAL #1 HIGH Check lube oil system and drain piping
BTJ1_2_ALM The turbine bearing metal temperature #1 is very high
BEARING METAL TEMP THRUST Check bearing.
BTTA1_2_ALM The bearing metal temperature (thrust active) is high
ACTIVE 2 HIGH Check lube oil system and drain piping
BTTI1_2_ALM The bearing metal temperature (thrust inactive) is high
INACTIVE 2 HIGH Check lube oil system and drain piping
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OMMO_5_9E_E0858_EN_V3 Revision : A Date : 10/2011
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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION

The speed control system has not limited turbine speed with
PROTECTIVE MODULE Determine and repair before restarting (mechanical,
L12H_ACC_ALM the trip limits (fault detected by P module).
ACCELERATION TRIP _ HP electrical or fuel or speed control trouble).
The turbine trips during the electrical over-speed test.
The speed control system hF not limited turbine speed
Determine and repair before restarting (mechanical,
L12H_ALM ELECTRICAL OVERSPEED TRIP _ HP within the trip limits.
electrical or fuel or speed control trouble).
The turbine trips during the electrical over-speed test.
LOSS OF PROTECTIVE HP SPEED
L12H_FLT_ALM Card VPRO fault Check the card VPRO in the module P
INPUTS
PROTECTIVE MODULE OVERSPEED Check the module over-speed (power supply, short, link,
L12H_P_ALM Protective module over-speed fault.
TRIP _ HP cut).
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 speed system.
Control speed signal loss and the unit trips.
Check supply, connections.
L12HF_ALM CONTROL SPEED SIGNAL LOSS _ HP Power supply fault, ground, short-circuit open.
Check the logic circuit.
Speed magnetic pickups fault.
Check speed magnetic pickups.
CONTROL SPEED SIGNAL TROUBLE
L12HFD_C_ALM Signal from speed sensors is faulty. Check speed sensors and wiring.
- HP
PROTECTIVE SPEED SIGNAL
L12HFD_P_ALM Signal from speed sensors is faulty. Check speed sensors and wiring.
TROUBLE - HP
Check proper operation of transfer valve
L20FTY_ALM CRUDE TO DIST FUEL XFER FAULT Transfer valve fault
Check limit switch.
Check proper operation of transfer valve
L20FTZ_ALM DIST TO CRUDE FUEL XFER FAULT Transfer valve fault
Check limit switch.
K25A RELAY HAS NOT BEEN
L25A_ENAB_AL Synchronization permissive disable Check synchronization permissive
ENABLED

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Check water supply to the atomizing air pre-cooler,

isolating valve position flow restrictions.
L26AAH_ALM ATOMIZING AIR TEMP. HIGH Temperature high at the atomizing air compressor input.
Check proper operation of thermostatic valve VTR_2 and
temperature switch 26AA_1.
Check water supply to the atomizing air pre-cooler,
isolating valve position flow restrictions.
L26AAL_ALM ATOMIZING AIR TEMPERATURE LOW Temperature high at the atomizing air compressor input.
Check proper operation of thermostatic valve VTR_2 and
temperature switch 26AA_1.
ON LINE WATER WASH TEMP NOT
L26BW_ALM On line temp NOT OK Check heater system
OK
CRANKING MOTOR TEMP HIGH The temperature of the phase R of the cranking motor is Check the phases R of the cranking motor
L26CR1H_ALM
PHASE 1 high Check the electrical circuit
CRANKING MOTOR TEMP VERY The temperature of the phase R of the cranking motor is Check the phases R of the cranking motor
L26CR1HH_ALM
HIGH PHASE 1 TRIP high Check the electrical circuit
CRANKING MOTOR TEMP HIGH The temperature of the phase S of the cranking motor is Check the phases S of the cranking motor
L26CR2H_ALM
CRANKING MOTOR TEMP VERY The temperature of the phase S of the cranking motor is Check the phases S of the cranking motor
L26CR2HH_ALM
CRANKING MOTOR TEMP HIGH The temperature of the phase T of the cranking motor is Check the phases T of the cranking motor
L26CR3H_ALM
CRANKING MOTOR TEMP VERY The temperature of the phase T of the cranking motor is Check the phases T of the cranking motor
L26CR3HH_ALM
Check air conditioners (proper operation, power supply).
Clean the air conditioner filters, if necessary.
CONTROL PANEL TEMPERATURE
L26CTH_ALM Air conditioners not maintaining proper temperature. Check the proper operation of the thermocouple 26 CT.
HIGH
NOTE:
The control compartment doors must be closed.
Check the temperature switch 26 FD_1.
DISTILLATE FUEL TEMPERATURE
L26FDH_ALM The temperature of the distillate fuel is too high. Check the forwarding distillate fuel system.
HIGH
Check the heater system of the distillate fuel (if used).
Check the proper operation of the temperature switch
GAS OIL HEATER _ TEMPERATURE The temperature of the gas oil is low.
L26FDL_ALM 26 FD_1.
LOW Temperature switch fault.
Check the heating system.

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Check the temperature switch 26 FD_1.

LIQUID FUEL TEMPERATURE
L26FDLY_ALM The temperature of the liquid fuel is faulty. Check the forwarding distillate fuel system.
MEASURE FAULT
Check the heater system of the distillate fuel (if used).
FUEL PUMP #1 TEMPERATURE
L26FDPT1H_ALM Fuel pump #1 temperature fault Check the pump # 1
FAULT
FUEL PUMP #2 TEMPERATURE
L26FDPT2H_ALM Fuel pump #2 temperature fault Check the pump # 2
FAULT
L26FTGH_ALM GAS FUEL TEMPERATURE HIGH Gas fuel temperature very is high. FTG.
Check the gas skid (motor, fan, circuit, etc)
HEAVY FUEL TEMP. MEASURE
L26FTH_ALM The measure of the heavy fuel temperature is faulty. Check temp sensor.
FAULT
HEAVY FUEL OIL HIGH Check the temperature measure system of the heavy fuel
L26FU1H_ALM TEMPERATURE DURING HFO heavy fuel oil temperature is faulty. oil
OPERATION Check RTD
Check the temperature measure system of the liquid fuel
LIQUID FUEL TEMP LOWER THAN
L26FU1L_ALM Liquid fuel temperature is too low. Check RTD "ftl"
HEAT TRACING SETPOINT
.
L26FU2LA_ALM HEAVY FUEL TEMPERATURE LOW Heavy fuel temperature is too low. Check the temperature measure system of the heavy fuel.
HIGH TEMPERATURE INSIDE PUMP Check the temperature measure system of the heavy fuel
L26FUPT1H_ALM Liquid fuel temperature is too high.
P201 - CHANGE OVER Check RTD fupt1
HIGH TEMPERATURE INSIDE PUMP Check the temperature measure system of the heavy fuel
L26FUPT2H_ALM Liquid fuel temperature is too high.
P202 - CHANGE OVER Check RTD fupt2.
L26GGC1_ALM GEN COLD AIR TEMP HIGH Generator cold gas temperature high Check cooling and sealing system
GEN COLD AIR TEMP VERY HIGH
L26GGC2_ALM Generator cold gas temperature high shutdown Check cooling and sealing system
SHUTDOWN
L26GGH1_ALM GEN HOT AIR TEMP HIGH Generator hot gas temperature high Check cooling and sealing system
GEN HOT AIR TEMP VERY HIGH
L26GGH2_ALM Generator hot gas temperature high Normal shutdown Check cooling and sealing system
SHUTDOWN
GEN STATOR WIND. CENT. TEMP Generator Overload Decrease the generator load
L26GS10T12HA
HIGH #10-11-12 2 of 3 Generator RTDs failure Check RTD and associated connections
L26GS1HH_ALM
VERY HIGH #1-2-3 2 of 3 Generator RTDs failure Check RTD and associated connections
GEN STATOR WINDING CENTER Generator Overload Decrease the generator load
L26GS1T3H_AL
TEMP HIGH #1-2-3 2 of 3 Generator RTDs failure Check RTD and associated connections

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
L26GS2HH_ALM
L26GS3HH_ALM
L26GS4HH_ALM
L26GS4T6H_AL
L26GS7T9H_AL
HEAT VENT VERY HIGH TEMP. IN
L26HA11HH_AL DLN compartment temperature very high Start cooling fans
DLN COMPARTMENT
HEAT VENT VERY LOW TEMP. IN DLN
L26HA11LL_AL DLN compartment temperature very low Check cooling fans
COMPARTMENT
L26HAHH_ALM Accessories compartment temperature high Start cooling fans
AUXILIARY COMPARTMENT
HEAT VENT VERY LOW TEMP. IN
L26HALL_ALM Heating and ventilation fault Check heating and ventilation system
AUXILIARY COMPARTMENT
HEAT VENT HIGH TEMP. IN LOAD
L26HGHH_ALM Heat vent very high temp. In load compartment Check cooling and sealing system
COMPARTMENT
L26HGLL_ALM Heat vent very low temp. In load compartment Check cooling and sealing system
LOAD COMPARTMENT
L26HTHH_ALM Gas turbine compartment temperature high Start cooling fans
TURBINE COMPARTMENT
L26HTLL_ALM Turbine compartment temperature low. Check the ventilation system.
TURBINE COMPARTMENT
PERF MONIT INSTRUM BOX #1 TEMP Performance monitoring instrumentation box #1 temperature Check performance monitoring instrumentation box #1
L26PMBT1L_AL
VERY LOW regulation fault temperature regulation
PERF MONIT INSTRUM BOX #2 TEMP Performance monitoring instrumentation box #2 temperature Check performance monitoring instrumentation box #2
L26PMBT2L_AL
VERY LOW regulation fault temperature regulation
Check for proper operation of the lube oil heat
exchangers, cooling water fans (proper rotation) and
Lube header temperature above recommended limits. (See
L26QA_ALM LUBE OIL HEADER TEMP. HIGH temperature regulating valve VTR_1.
piping schematic).
Check for proper operation of the temperature switch
26 QA_1.

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Check for proper operation of the lube oil tank heaters.

Lube tank temperature below recommended limits (see Starting is inhibited if the header temperature is low.
L26QN_ALM LUBE OIL TANK TEMP. LOW
piping schematic). Check for proper operation of the temperature switch
26QN_1.
Check for proper operation of the lube oil heat
exchangers, cooling water fans (proper operation) and
L26QT_ALM LUBE OIL HEADER TEMP. HIGH TRIP Lube header temperature above recommended limits. temperature regulating valve VTR_1.
Check the temperature switches 26 QT_1A and 26 QT_1B
setting points.
COOLING WATER TEMPERATURE Check the proper operation of the temperature sensor.
L26WC_FLT Cooling water temperature fault.
FAULT Check the cooling water system.
Check cooling water system (fan motor, radiator,
Cooling water system fault.
cleanliness of circuit, skid).
Pipes, radiators are dirty.
COOLING WATER TEMPERATURE Check the proper operation of the temperature sensor
L26WCHH_ALM Cooling fan motor fault.
VERY HIGH 26 WC.
Temperature sensor fault.
Check the correct circulation of the water in the circuit.
Leakage.
Check the proper operation of the water pump.
L26WP1_ALM WASTE TANK TEMPERATURE HIGH Waste tank temperature high Check waste tank
WATER INJECTION COMPARTMENT Water injection compartment temperature fault. Check the thermocouple AT-WI-1. (Wiring, connection,
L26WRHH_ALM
TEMPRATURE VERY HIGH Thermocouple fault. etc).
WATER INJECTION COMPARTMENT Water injection compartment temperature fault. Check the thermocouple AT-WI-1. (Wiring, connection,
L26WRLL_ALM
TEMPERATURE VERY LOW Thermocouple fault. etc).
Check battery charger AC breaker.
BATTERY CHARGER AC Battery charger AC under-voltage.
L27BLN11_ALM Check voltage magnitude.
UNDERVOLTAGE Charger faulty.
Check the proper operation of the battery charger.
BATTERY CHARGER # 2 AC Battery charger # 2 AC under-voltage.

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION

Check bus PT fuses and wiring. Do not use auto
AC BUS NORMAL INFORMATIONS synchronizing or manual synchronizing until problem is
L27BN_12_ALM Bus synchronizing potential not available.
MISMATCH resolved.
Check relay 27B_1,2.
BUS UNDERVOLTAGE - NO AUTO synchronizing or manual synchronizing until problem is
L27BN_ALM Bus synchronizing potential not available.
SYNCH resolved.
synchronizing or manual synchronizing until problem is
L27BP1N_ALM DC SUPPLY #1 CRITICAL FAULT DC supply #1 critical fault
resolved.
Check relays 27B_1.
synchronizing or manual synchronizing until problem is
L27BP2N_ALM DC SUPPLY #2 CRITICAL FAULT DC supply #2 critical fault
resolved.
Check relays 27B_2.
AC BUS UNDERVOLTAGE synchronizing or manual synchronizing until problem is
L27BZ_12_ALM Bus synchronizing potential not available.
INFORMATIONS MISMATCH resolved.
Check battery charger for proper operation, correct
Battery system voltage is low. excessive drain on battery, check for bad cells.
Battery charger is not functioning properly. Check battery charger fuses.
L27DZ_ALM BATTERY DC 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.
GEN PROTECTION MOD 1 125V
L27GPP1_ALM Gen protection mod1 125v supply fault Check power supply
SUPPLY FAULT

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
GEN PROTECTION MOD 2 125V

L27GPP2_ALM Gen protection mod2 125v supply fault Check power supply
SUPPLY FAULT
GAS DETECT RACK 230 VAC POWER
L27GRDAC_ALM Gas detect rack 230 VAC power supply fault Check power supply 230 VAC of gas detection module
SPPLY FLT
GAS DETECT RACK 125 VDC POWER
L27GRDDC_ALM Gas detect rack 125 VDC power supply fault Check power supply 125 VDC of gas detection module
SPPLY FLT
Check that power is supplied to the motor control center.
Check 380 V on the bus bars.
L27MC1AN_ALM MCC UNDERVOLTAGE Motor control center under-voltage. Check breaker: transformer supply 16 KVA and the
transformer.
Check relay 27 MC.
L27MC1N_ALM MCC UNDERVOLTAGE Motor control center under-voltage. Check breaker: transformer supply 16 KVA and the
transformer.
Check relay 27 MC.
L27MC2N_ALM MCC UNDERVOLTAGE Motor control center under-voltage. Check breaker: transformer supply 16 KVA and the
transformer.
Check relay 27 MC.
Check Normal power supply 415 VAC at the Normal entry
L27N_ALM NORMAL SUPPLY LOW VOLTAGE Normal incoming under-voltage
of MCC
Check power to DC lube pump (MCC breaker on). Check
the fuses and the relay 27 QE.
DC power not supplied to emergency DC pump.
Check the proper operation of pump motor.
DC MOTOR UNDERVOLTAGE (LUBE 125 VDC supply fault.
L27QEL_ALM Check the mechanical status of the pump.
OIL) Pump fault
NOTE:
Breaker opens.
The gas turbine should not be operated unless DC power
is available to the emergency DC lube pump.
Check Emergency power supply 415 VAC at the
L27S_ALM STAND BY SUPPLY LOW VOLTAGE Emergency incoming under-voltage
Emergency entry of MCC
L27TF_ALM INLET FITER POWER SUPPLY FAULT The power supply of the inlet filter is faulty Check the power supply
G60A PROTECTION POWER SUPPLY
L27X1_ALM G60A protection power supply fault-trip Check power supply
FAULT

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
G60B PROTECTION POWER SUPPLY

L27X2_ALM G60B protection power supply fault-trip Check power supply
FAULT
T60A PROTECTION POWER SUPPLY
L27X3_ALM T60A protection power supply fault-trip Check power supply
FAULT
Check for proper operation of the flame detection system.
One of the detectors operating when no flame is present or
L28FD_ALM FLAME DETECTOR TROUBLE Check that the flame detectors quartz windows are clean.
flame detection before the firing sequence.
Repair or replace if necessary.
CHAMBER FLAMED OUT DURING Check the fuel supply and the fuel control.
L28FD_SD Chamber flamed out during shutdown.
SHUTDOWN Check the fuel nozzles.
Check for following: fuel being supplied to the combustors,
flame in all chambers, damaged crossfire tubes, or
L28FDT_ALM LOSS OF FLAME - TRIP Failure of flame detectors or loss of flame. combustors.
Check for proper control valve position and fuel pressure.
Check for proper operation of the flame detectors 28 FD.
On the liquid fuel circuit:
Check for leakage.
On the liquid fuel circuit: Check tripping setting point.
Fuel leakage. Check fuel loop system operation.
Fuel loop system fault. Check the operation of the bypass versus the control
START_UP FUEL FLOW EXCESSIVE On the gas fuel circuit: signal.
L2SFT_ALM
TRIP Purchaser gas supplies low pressure. On the gas fuel circuit:
Loss of the pressure between VSR and VGC. Check the purchaser gas supply.
Gas leakage. Check the opening of the transmitters isolation valves.
Transmitters fault. Check the transmitters 96 FG_2A, 2B and 2C.
Check the LVDT setting value and the calibration of the
valve VSR.
ATOMIZING AIR TEMPERATURE Atomizing air temperature fault. Check the thermocouples AAT-1A and 2A. (Wiring,
L30AAT_ALM
FAULT Thermocouples fault. connection, etc).
L30AC_APU_AL AIR PROCESSING UNIT FAULT Air processing unit problem Check air processing unit
L30AC1_ALM 400VAC POWER SUPPLY FAULT #1 Power supply 400VAC fault Check 400VAC power supply
230VAC NORMAL POWER SUPPLY
L30AC2_ALM 230VAC normal power supply fault #2 Check 230VAC normal power supply
FAULT #2
230VAC UPS POWER SUPPLY FAULT
L30AC3_ALM 230VAC UPS power supply fault #3 Check 230VAC UPS power supply
#3
L30AC4_ALM 115VAC POWER SUPPLY FAULT #4 115VAC power supply fault #4 Check 115VAC power supply

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Check the ventilation system of this compartment (power

TURBINE COMPARTMENT
L30BT_ALM The turbine compartment ventilation is faulty. supply, motors, fans, electrical circuit...).
VENTILATION FAULT
Check the position of the vent flap.
Check the lube oil collector temperature.
BEARING METAL TEMPERATURE
L30BTA_ALM The temperature of the bearing metal is high. Research the thermocouple, which occurred this alarm.
HIGH
Check the indications of it.
TURBINE COMPARTMENT VENT. Air fan changeover. Check the air fan system (power supply, motors, fans,
L30BTX_ALM
CHANGE OVER Turbine compartment air fan fault. relay, electrical circuit...).
L30BW_ALM WASHING SKID FAULT The washing skid is faulty. Check the washing skid.
Check the proper operation of the purge valve.
L30CBC_ALM COMP BLD VLV FAILURE TO OPEN The compressor bleed valve failed to open.
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:
FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM
L30CC_ALM Fire protection system problem. Before this search, the fire protection must be inhibited.
TROUBLE
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.
Unit failed to go on cool-down, or the cool-down cycle was
Check the turning gear system.
aborted prior to cool-down timer timeout
Check the voltage supplies.
L30CD_ALM COOLDOWN TROUBLE Trouble during the cool-down sequence.
Check the proper operation of the turning gear motor
Turning gear motor fault.
88TG.
Supply fault
EXCITER TO MKVI COMMUNICATION
L30COM_EXFLT Exciter to mkVI communication fault Check power supply
FAULT
Check R controller is on
Check R controller is OK
VCMI IO STATE EXCHANGE FOR <R>
L30COMM_IO_R No more communication with R controller Check the 3 IONet cables are OK
FAILED
Check IONet cable is connected on the R controller VCMI
board
L30D_CTRL_OT CONTROLLER OVERTEMPERATURE Controller overtemperature Refer to specific chapter.
EXCITER FAIL - ABORTING DB
L30DBEXX_ALM Exciter fail - aborting db closure Check exciter
CLOSURE

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
125VDC POWER SUPPLY FAULT #1 Check 115 VDC MCC electrical circuit
L30DC1_ALM 115 VDC MCC voltage lost
ALARM Check voltage feeding
DEW POINT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
L30DPFLT_ALM Dew point temperature sensor fault Change dew point temperature sensor
FAULT
L30EX_FSP EXCITER FAILURE TO STOP Exciter failure to stop Check exciter cubicle
L30EX_FTS EXCITER FAILURE TO START Exciter failure to stop Check exciter cubicle
L30EX_RS EXCITER NOT READY TO START Exciter not ready to start Check the condition to start
CRUDE OIL FWD SMOKE INHIBITION
L30FAX_ALM For information For information
PUMP CHANGE OVER
HEAVY FUEL ADDITIVE PUMP #1
L30FAX1_ALM Heavy Fuel Additive pump #1 fault Check the pump # 1
FAULT
HEAVY FUEL ADDITIVE PUMP #1
L30FAX2_ALM Heavy Fuel Additive pump #2 fault Check the pump # 2
FAULT
COOLING WATER FAN 1 ELECTRICAL Check electrical circuit
L30FC1_ALM The motor of the cooling water system fan #1 is faulty
TROUBLE Check motor fan #1
COOLING WATER FAN 2 ELECTRICAL Check electrical circuit
L30FC2_ALM The motor of the cooling water system fan #2 is faulty
TROUBLE Check motor fan #2
Check that AC power is supplied to the ignition system.
Check the fuel supply.
L30FD_ALM FAILURE TO IGNITE Failure to fire within the one-minute period. Check if isolating valves on flame detectors are open.
Check the proper operation of spark plugs and flame
detectors.
L30FDX1_ALM FUEL FORWARDING PUMP #1 FAULT Fuel forwarding pump #1 fault Check. Fuel forwarding pump #1
L30FDX2_ALM FUEL FORWARDING PUMP #2 FAULT Fuel forwarding pump #2 fault Check. Fuel forwarding pump #2
L30FORCED_ALM FORCED LOGIC SIGNAL DETECTED One alarm or more is forced Unforced all the alarms
Check gas compartment ventilation.
The high line inter-valve ventilation is faulty.
GAS FUEL INTERVALVE PRESSURE Check motors.
L30FPG2L_ALM Emergency motor fault
(P2) LOW Check mechanical status of fans.
Power supply fault
Check pressure switches.
Check the pump and corresponding motor
CRUDE OIL FWD CRUDE OIL Check if the motor is supplied.
L30FUX_ALM Pump, motor fault.
FORWARDING PUMP FAULT Check the pipes, valves, and filters, purge vents, leaks.
Check the pressure switches (operation and setting).

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Check the mechanical status of the motor and the pump

Motor fault
HEAVY FUEL FEEDING PUMP #1 Check what the circuit is correctly positioned
L30FUX1_ALM Power supply fault
FAULT Check the supply of the motor drawer and the motor
Pump fault
Check the fuses, breaker and the connection of the motor
HEAVY FUEL FEEDING PUMP #2
L30FUX2_ALM See alarm : L30FUX1_ALM See alarm : L30FUX1_ALM
FAULT
L30G60A_ALM GLOBAL ALARM FROM G60A Global alarm from G60A Check G60A
L30G60B_ALM GLOBAL ALARM FROM G60B Global alarm from G60B. Check G60B
Check RTD and associated connections for proper signal
L30GGC_ALM GEN COLD AIR TEMP FAULT Generator RTD fault.
and replace faulty RTD.
L30GGH_ALM GEN HOT AIR TEMP FAULT Generator temperature fault Check cooling and sealing system
GAS DETECTION RACK SYSTEM Check the gas detection rack
L30GRD_ALM Gas detection rack system fault
FAULT Refer to the specific chapter about maintenance
GEN STATOR WINDING CENTER Check RTD and associated connections for proper signal
L30GSC10T12A Sensors fault detection
TEMP SNSR FLT #10-11-12 and replace faulty RTD.
L30GSC1T3_AL Sensors fault detection
HEAT VENT DLN COMPARTMENT
L30HA11X_ALM Heat vent DLN compartment heater in trouble Check heat vent DLN compartment heater
HEATER IN TROUBLE
HEAT VENT AUXILIARY
L30HAX_ALM COMPARTMENT HEATER IN Heat vent auxiliary compartment heater in trouble Check heat vent auxiliary compartment heater
TROUBLE
HEATER NOT DESIGNED TO RUN GT
L30HEATR_ALM Discrepancy between start order and feedback Check feedback match with heater status
ON - STOP HEATER
HEAT VENT LOAD COMPARTMENT
L30HG1X_ALM Heat vent load compartment heater in trouble. Check the heater.
HEATER IN TROUBLE
HEAT VENT TURBINE
L30HTX_ALM COMPARTMENT HEATER IN Heat vent turbine compartment heater in trouble Check heat vent turbine compartment heater
TROUBLE
HEAT VENT WATER INJ COMP VENT.
L30JS_ALM Heat vent water injection compartment vent. Check the heater.
ELECTRICAL FAULT

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
HEAT VENT WI COMPARTMENT Air fan changeover. Check the air fan system (power supply, motors, fans,
L30JSX_ALM
VENT. CHANGE OVER Water injection compartment air fan fault. relay, electrical circuit...).
Check lube oil feed and drain piping
Bearing fault. Check bearings and lube oil system.
BEARING DRAIN TEMPERATURE Lube oil fault. Check thermocouples.
L30LOAH_ALM
HIGH Lube oil cooling system fault. Check lube oil cooling.
Leakage. Check the correct circulation of the lube oil.
Check for leakage.
BEARING DRAIN TEMPERATURE
L30LOAHH_ALM See alarm : L30LOAH_ALM See alarm : L30LOAH_ALM
HIGH
L30LSI_ALM AIRCRAFT WARNING LIGHT ALARM Aircraft warning ligh alarm For information
Check the proper operation of ventilation system.
Check the operation of the ventilators (rotation).
Automatic shutdown.
Check the operation of the motors 88 TK1 and 2.
L30LTA LOAD TUNNEL TEMPERATURE HIGH Ventilation system fault.
Check the thermocouple TT_IB_1 (connection, short-
Thermocouple fault.
circuit, cut off, position).
Check the sealing and the cleanliness of the pipes.
L30LTTH_ALM LUBE OIL THERMOCOUPLE FAULT Thermocouple fault Check the proper operation of thermocouples LTTH1 to 3.
SYNC INHIBITED-MAN (FVR) REG
L30MRSYNC_AL Sync inhibited man (FVR) reg active. For information
ACTIVE

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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
Fuse fault plate, 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
Wrong firmware loaded in IO pack hardware configuration in the software, else change
IO pack Ethernet link or power supply disconnected barcode number, 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, re start power supply.
L30PPDA_AC_IN_1_ALM PPDA AC INPUT 1 FAULT See : L30PPDA_125P_ALM See : L30PPDA_125P_ALM

L30PPDA_AC_IN_2_ALM PPDA AC INPUT 2 FAULT See : L30PPDA_125P_ALM See : L30PPDA_125P_ALM
PPDA/JPDD 125V POWER FEED
L30PPDA_JPDD_125V_ALM See : L30PPDA_125P_ALM See : L30PPDA_125P_ALM
FAULT
L30PPDA_PBUS_R_ALM PPDA <R> PBUS NOT REGULATING See : L30PPDA_125P_ALM See : L30PPDA_125P_ALM
L30PPDA_PBUS_S_ALM PPDA <S> PBUS NOT REGULATING See : L30PPDA_125P_ALM See : L30PPDA_125P_ALM
L30PPDA_PBUS_T_ALM PPDA <T> PBUS NOT REGULATING See : L30PPDA_125P_ALM See : L30PPDA_125P_ALM
L30PPDA_SRC_R_ALM PPDA <R> PBUS SOURCE FAULT See : L30PPDA_125P_ALM See : L30PPDA_125P_ALM
L30PPDA_SRC_S_ALM PPDA <S> PBUS SOURCE FAULT See : L30PPDA_125P_ALM See : L30PPDA_125P_ALM
L30PPDA_SRC_T_ALM PPDA <T> PBUS SOURCE FAULT See : L30PPDA_125P_ALM See : L30PPDA_125P_ALM
Check the generator bearing system (power supply,
GENERATOR BRG LIFT PUMPS
L30QB1_ALM The lift pumps are faulty pumps, electrical circuit...).
ELECTRICAL FAULT
Check the pressure switch.
Check the relay 51 QV.
L30QV_ALM OIL MIST ELIMINATOR FAULT The oil mist separator fan motor is in trouble.
Check the motor 88 QV (proper operation).
L30SG1_ALM DENSITY ANALYSER FAULT 1 The density analyzer is faulty. Check the density analyzer.

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Analyze data for trends. At earliest shutdown, check

thermocouples.
Faulty thermocouples, gas path hardware or uneven
L30SPA COMBUSTION TROUBLE Perform bore scope or combustion inspection.
distribution of fuel to the fuel nozzles.
Check flow divider, fuel pressures.
Check for plugged nozzles.
Analyze data for trends. Perform bore scope or
Faulty thermocouples, gas path parts or uneven distribution combustion inspection.
L30SPT HIGH EXHAUST TEMP. SPREAD TRIP
of fuel to the fuel nozzles. Check flow divider, fuel pressures.
Check for plugged nozzles.
EXHAUST THERMOCOUPLE Check thermocouples and wiring.
L30SPTA Faulty thermocouple.
TROUBLE Change if necessary.
L30T60A_ALM T60A GLOBAL A T60A global alarm Check T60A
The washing procedure is inhibited because the wheel- Check the temperature and wait for an adequate wheel-
WATER WASH
L30TWW_ALM space temperature is too high. space temperature.
INHIBIT_WHEELSPACE TEMP. HIGH
Thermocouples fault. Check the thermocouples.
Check all thermocouples. Replace any bad
The exhaust gas temperature is excessive. thermocouples.
Thermocouples fault. If problem is not thermocouples, isolate portion of control
L30TXA_ALM EXHAUST TEMPERATURE HIGH
Fuel control system fault. system causing problem.
Ventilation system fault. Check the temperature control loop and the fuel control
system.
FIRST FAILED HIGH EXHAUST
L30TXAH1 See alarm : L30TXA_ALM See alarm : L30TXA_ALM
THERMOCOUPLE
L30UPSCS_ALM BATTERY CHARGER - CS FAULT Inverter static converter group fault Check inverter static converter group
L30UPSMAJ_AL INVERTER MAJOR UPS FAULT MCC UPS major fault Check MCC UPS
L30UPSMIN_AL INVERTER MINOR GROUP FAULT Inverter minor group fault Check inverter minor group
L30UPSMOD_AL INVERTER MODULE GROUP FAULT Inverter module group fault Check inverter module group fault
LOAD COMPT COOLING FAN supply, motor, fans, electrical circuit...).
L30VG_ALM The load compartment ventilation is faulty.
CHANGE OVER Check the pressure switch.
Check the position of vent flap.
LOAD COMPARTMENT VENTILATION
L30VGX_ALM See alarm : L30VG_ALM See alarm : L30VG_ALM
FAULT

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

Fan fault: changeover to emergency fan. power supply, etc.)
GAS CABINET _ EMERGENCY FAN
L30VL_ALM Motor fault. Check the power supply of the motor 88 VL and its
ON
Pressure switch fault. protections.
Check the pressure switch 63 VL.
Check gas compartment ventilation.
GAS COMPARTMENT VENTILATION Check motors, 88 VL _ 1,2.
L30VLX_ALM The gas compartment ventilation is faulty.
FAULT Check mechanical status of fans.
Check pressure switches 63 VL _ 1,2.
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
(CHANGEOVER) Check the supply of the motor drawer and the motor
Pump fault
Check the fuses, breaker and the connection of the motor
L30WCX1_ALM COOLING WATER MOTOR # 1 FAULT See alarm : L30WCX_ALM See alarm : L30WCX_ALM
L30WCX2_ALM COOLING WATER MOTOR # 2 FAULT See alarm : L30WCX_ALM See alarm : L30WCX_ALM
Water injection not selected.
L30WN_ALM WATER INJECTION NOT SELECTED Research the cause of the injection deselecting.
Water injection has been deselected.
Check the mechanical status of the pump
WATER INJECTION PUMP Power supply fault
L30WN1_ALM Check the supply of the pump
ELECTRICAL FAULT Pump fault
Check the fuses, breaker and the connection of the pump
WATER INJ SERVO NOT FOLLOWING Check the injection circuit to see why the measured flow is
L30WQER_ALM Difference between the flow measured and the flow wanted
OUTPUT lower than the constant flow
HEAT VENT WI COMPARTMENT
L30WR1X_ALM Heat vent WI compartment heater in trouble Check heat vent WI compartment heater
HEATER IN TROUBLE
Check thermocouples for shorts, grounds or opens.
Excessive differential between wheel-space thermocouples.
Replace failures. If condition persists investigate for seal
WHEELSPACE TEMP. DIFFERENTIAL Defect thermocouples (TTWS_XX).
L30WSA1_ALM failure.
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.
control specification).
L30WSA2_ALM WHEELSPACE TEMPERATURE HIGH Check the ventilation system.
Ventilation system fault.
Check the proper operation of the thermocouples.
Thermocouples fault (TTWS_XX).
GENERATOR BREAKER Turbine fault. Turbine checking.
L32DW_ALM
TRIP_REVERSE POWER Fuel feeding system fault. Fuel feeding system checking (skid fuel).

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
AC TRANSFER CB SPRING CHARGE

L33ARS_ALM AC transfer cb spring charge failure Check circuit breakers 52AR & 52AS
FAILURE
Check the position of flap.
TURBINE COMPARTMENT VENT. Flap closed in the turbine compartment.
L33BT_ALM Determine the cause of the flap closing.
FLAP CLOSED Limit switch fault.
Check the limit switch 33 BT.
Check the proper operation of the generator watts
AT MIN TNR-REVERSE POWER NOT Transducer fault transducer and open the manually breaker if necessary
L33CDMN_ALM
DETECTED System of detection fault Check the logic of command
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 the CO2 release mechanism.
L33CL1_ALM CO2 LOCK OFF IN ZONE 1 CO2 emission
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.
L33CL2_ALM CO2 LOCK OFF IN ZONE 2 CO2 emission See alarm : L33CL1_ALM
FIRE PROTECTION DLN COMPT CO2
L33CL4_ALM CO2 emission See alarm : L33CL1_ALM
LOCKED ALARM
HEAT VENT AUXILIARY The door of the compartment auxiliary is open. Check the air inlet filter system.
L33DT1_ALM
COMPARTMENT DOOR OPEN Limit switch fault. Check the limit switch 33 DT1.
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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
L33DT2_ALM
L33DT3_ALM
WATER INJECT COMP FLAP DAMPER
L33JS_ALM Water inject comp flap damper not closed. Check damper
NOT CLOSED
Check the proper operation of:
_ Purge valves VA13_1 and VA13_2
Either one or both of purge valves VA13_1and VA13_2 not
_ Air valves VA36_1 and VA36_2
PRIMARY PURGE VALVES FAILURE functioning correctly.
L33PGC_ALM _ Solenoid valves 20PG_1 and 20PG_2.
TO CLOSE Either one or both of limit switches 33PG_1 and 33PG3 not
Check Speedtronic connections and interface.
functioning correctly.
Check the limit switches 33PG_1 and 33PG_3 for set
point and Speedtronic connections.
Check the proper operation of the purge valves VA 13_1
and VA 13_2.
GAS FUEL NOZ. PURGE VALVE FAIL Check the status of the solenoid valves 20 PG_1 and
L33PGO_ALM The purge valves VA 13_1 and VA 13_2 failed to open.
TO OPEN 20 PG_2.
Check the proper operation of the limit switches 33 PG_2
and 33 PG_4.
PRIMARY LIQUID FUEL LOW PURGE No detection of opening on liquid fuel purge system when
L33PLP_ALM Control liquid fuel purge valve position (hi flow valve)
FAULT purge is requested
This alarm indicates the wrong position of the vent valve:
Check that noting is blocking the valve
The valve is blocked
L33PS1C_ALM VENT VALVE FSV452 NOT CLOSED Check the limit switch
Valve fault
Check the valve
Limit switch fault
This alarm indicates the wrong position of the vent valve:
VENT VALVE LIMIT SWITCH NOT The valve is blocked
L33PS2O_ALM Check the limit switch
OPEN Valve fault
Check the valve
Limit switch fault
GENERATOR HOT GAS
L33PSC_ALM Generator hot gas temperature high Refer to specific chapter
TEMPERATURE HIGH
GAS FUEL VENT VALVE OPEN
L33PSO_ALM Gas Fuel Vent Valve Open position trouble Check limit switch and valve
TROUBLE
L33S_ALM AUTOMATIC VALVES FAULT Automatic valves fault Check valve

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Check the position of the damper

LOAD COOLING AIR FLAT DAMPER Damper not closed
L33VG_ALM Determine the cause of the flap opening
NOT CLOSED Limit switch fault
Check the limit switch 33VG
TURBINE GAS VENT VALVE Turbine gas vent valve position fault. Check the proper operation of vent valve 20 VG-1.
L33VG11_ALM
POSITION FAULT Limit switch fault. Check the limit switch 33VG
Check the position of the damper
HEAT VENT GAS/DLN COMPT VENT Compartment flap damper not closed
L33VL_ALM Determine the cause of the flap opening
FLAP NOT CLOSED Limit switch fault
Check the limit switch
GAS FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE LIMIT Valve position fault Check valve 20VS position
L33VS411C_AL
SWITCH NOT CLOSED Limit switch fault Check limit switch 33VS4
GAS FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE Valve position fault Check valve 20VS position
L33VS411CX_A
CLOSED TROUBLE Limit switch fault Check limit switch 33VS4
GAS FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE LIMIT Valve position fault Check valve 20VS position
L33VS421O_AL
SWITCH NOT OPEN Limit switch fault Check limit switch 33VS4
GAS FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE OPEN Valve position fault Check valve 20VS position
L33VS421OX_A
TROUBLE Limit switch fault Check limit switch 33VS4
H2O INJ CTRL & XFER VLV FAIL TO
L33WNC_ALM Something is blocking the valve Check what is blocking the valve and remove it
CLOSE
L33WNO_ALM WATER INJECTION TROUBLE There is a problem in the injection circuit Check the injection circuit
Monitor vibration readings.
L39VA_ALM HIGH VIBRATION ALARM 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 st Check vibration sensors and wiring.
DISPLACEMENT ALERT 1 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 sensors is faulty. Check vibration sensors and wiring.
Start inhibited.
Check vibration protection system.
L39VD3_ALM VIBRATION _ START INHIBIT Vibration protection system problem.
Check the vibration sensors.
Too many sensors in trouble or disabled.
Check vibration protection system.
L39VDIFF_ALM VIBRATION DIFFERENTIAL TROUBLE Vibration protection system problem. Check the level of each sensor and determine the cause
of the differential.

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Check impedance or each vibration detector (open or

short-circuit).
Vibration detector impedance is not within normal bounds or Check the vibration protection system.
L39VF_ALM VIBRATION TRANSDUCER FAULT
3 or more gas turbine sensors are disabled or faulty. NOTE:
With the 3 or more sensors disabled or faulty, the start is
inhibited.
VIB BN GEN BRG #2 RADIAL SHAFT Generator bearing 2 radial shat displacement alert
L39VS10A_ALM Check vibration sensors and wiring.
DISPLACEMENT ALERT 1st step
VIB BN GEN BRG #2 RADIAL SHAFT Generator bearing 2 radial shat displacement alert
L39VS10D_ALM Check vibration sensors and wiring.
VIB BN GT BRG #1 RADIAL SHAFT GT bearing 1 radial shat displacement alert
L39VS1A_ALM st Check vibration sensors and wiring.
VIB BN GT BRG #2 RADIAL SHAFT GT bearing 2 radial shat displacement danger
L39VS3A_ALM Check vibration sensors and wiring.
DISPLACEMENT ALERT 1st step
VIB BN GEN BRG #1 RADIAL SHAFT GT bearing 1 radial shat displacement alert
VIB BN GEN BRG #1 RADIAL SHAFT GT bearing 1 radial shat displacement alert
Check for mechanical failures, observe vibration level
L39VSD_ALM HIGH VIBRATION SHUTDOWN High vibration Determine the cause of this trouble and repair
Check the vibration sensor
Check for mechanical failures, observe vibration level
L39VT_ALM HIGH VIBRATION TRIP High vibration Determine the cause of this trouble and repair
Check the vibration sensor

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Reduce the load that will be applied to the generator

before closing again the generator breaker (network
The turbine speed is too low (< 95%) when complete
L3A_ALM TURBINE UNDERSPEED problems).
sequence is reached (L3) (end of starting sequence).
Check the proper operation of the speed relay 14 HS
circuit logic.
l3ACS_ALM SERVOS CHECK FAULT TRIP The turbine gas is not on Total liquid or total gas Check fuel system
AMBIENT PRESSURE
L3APFLT_ALM AFPAT sensor fault Change AFPAT sensor
MEASUREMENT FAULT
L3CP_ALM DAMPER CUSTOMER START INHIBIT Customer damper not in correct status to start GT. Check damper position
INLET PRESSURE MEASUREMENT
L3CPRI_ALM AFPCS sensor fault Change sensor
FAULT
BOTH HYDRAULIC PUMPS LOCKED
L3DWBCOKZ_AL Both hydraulic pumps locked out Refer to specific chapter
OUT
LOSS OF EXTERNAL SETPOINT Check the transducer 96 GG (setting point, power supply,
L3DWRF Bad signal from load control transducer.
LOAD SIGNAL link).
This alarm indicates the wrong position of the shut off valve:
SHUT OFF VALVE SWITCH FAIL TO The valve is blocked
L3FS1C_T_ALM Check the limit switch
CLOSED Valve fault
Check the valve
Limit switch fault
GAS FUEL TEMPERATURE LOW - Trip unit.
L3FTGL_ALM FTG.
RECYCLING Gas fuel temperature very is low.
Check the gas skid (motor, fan, circuit, etc)
Check the gas heating system.
GAS FUEL TEMPERATURE GAS TOO
L3FTGLT_ALM Gas temperature low. Check the proper operation of the temperature switch 26
LOW
GL.
GAS FUEL TEMPERATURE LOW
L3FTGLZ_ALM Gas fuel temperature low after re-circulation Check cooling and sealing system
AFTER RECIRCULATION
Check the forwarding heavy fuel system and the heater
system (if used).
HEAVY FUEL TRANSFER The transfer to heavy fuel is not authorized, because the
L3FUZ_ALM Check the inhibitor system.
PERMISSIVE TROUBLE temperature or pressure of the heavy fuel is not correct.
Check the temperature switch 26 FU_2, 26 FL_2 and
pressure switch 63 FU_2 and 63 AD_1.

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Start inhibited + transfer to fuel if running on gas or transfer

to gas inhibited.
Check LVDT, 96 GC_1, 2 (setting value, wiring).
GAS CONTROL VLV NOT The gas control valve feedback is abnormal.
L3GCVA_ALM Check the calibration of the VGC.
FOLLOWING - ALARM Supply fault.
Check the proper operation of the servo-valve 65 GC_1.
Sensors defected.
Valve and servo-valve fault.
to gas inhibited.
GAS CONTROL VALVE SERVO The gas control valve feedback is abnormal.
L3GCVFLT_ALM Check the calibration of the VGC.
TROUBLE Supply fault.
Sensors defected.
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 VLV NOT Valve position fault Check valve position
L3GRVA_ALM
TRACKING ALARM LVDT fault Check LVDT
to gas inhibited.
Check LVDT, 96 SR (setting value, wiring).
GAS RATIO VALVE POSITION SERVO The gas ratio valve feedback signal is abnormal.
L3GRVFLT Check the calibration of the VSR.
TROUBLE Supply fault.
Check the proper operation of the servo-valve 90 SR.
Sensors defected.
STOP/SPEED RATIO VLV NOT Valve position fault Check valve position
L3GRVT_ALM
TRACKING TRIP LVDT fault Check LVDT
Determine the cause and correct before restarting.
The master reset must be initiated before starting.
Loss of feedback. Check the proper operation of the solenoid valve 20 TV_1
INLET GUIDE VANE POSITION
L3IGVFLT_ALM At start-up, the inlet guide vanes are not closed. and the control system of the jack.
SERVO_TROUBLE
At normal speed, the inlet guide vanes are closed. Check the setting values of the LVDT 96 TV_1 and 2.
Refer to the control specification.
Check logic circuit.

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Check the fuel pressure before the nozzles.

Liquid fuel check system has detected an abnormal servo or Check for the fuel leakage.
LVDT position or signal. Check the HP oil pressure and check for leakage.
L3LFLT_ALM LIQUID FUEL CONTROL FAULT
HP oil fault. Check if the bypass is not clamped.
Mechanical problem on the bypass. Check the different devices (setting point, calibration).
Check the regulation system.
Start inhibited.
Check the lube oil heaters (23 QT to 6).
Lube oil heaters fault (23 QT_1 to 6).
L3LTOT_ALM LUBE OIL TANK TEMERATURE FAULT Check the lube oil circuit.
Lube oil pump in trouble (88QA_2).
Check the AC supply (415 VAC).
Loss of AC.
MASTER PROTECTIVE START
L3MP_ALM Turbine not ready to start Check start check screen on the HMI
CHECK ETR FAULT
EXHAUST TC VTCC
L3PTCC_ALM See : L3PTCC_1J1A_FLT See : L3PTCC_1J1A_FLT
COMMUNICATIONS FAULT
L3SFLT_ALM CONTROL SYSTEM FAULT TRIP Control system fault Check control system
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 the transmitters and associated connections.
LOSS OF COMPRESSOR DISCHARGE
L3TFLT_ALM Bad signal from compressor pressure transmitter (96 CD). Check the associated connections for proper bias signal.
PRESSURE BIAS
Check the pressure.
Check the transducer.
The torque converter guide vane position transducer is
L3TMFLT1_ALM TORQUE CONVERTER GV TROUBLE Verify the adjustment.
damaged or disconnected.
Do not restart the unit before it is done.
DWATT TOO LOW TO SUPPORT Check fuel supply
L3TNRERRX Dwatt too low to support tnr_tnr lower
TNR_TNR LOWER Check FSR limitation
HEAT VENT GAS PRESS ULTRA LOW
L3VLST_ALM Gas feeding pressure low Check the feeding of gas fuel
DOWNSTREAM SSOV
The On-line water wash is inhibited because the To continue the water wash sequence, select in the
L3WCTIM_ALM ON_LINE WATER WASH INHIBITED
compressor inlet temperature is low. SPEEDTRONIC MARK V the Inlet air heating circuit.

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Spread between the

Check TC and connection.
L3WWTDZ_ALM FALSE START DRAIN TC DIFF HIGH Two TCs,
Repair wiring or replace TC if found damaged.
TC disconnected or broken.
Investigate synchronization system to determine exact
Unit did not synchronize and close generator breaker within
L3Z_ALM FAILURE TO SYNCHRONIZE cause of problem.
the normal expected time.
Check the stability of the turbine speed control.
Finish calibration
L43ADJ_ALM VSVO IN CALIBRATION MODE VSVO in calibration mode
Set off calibration mode
STARTING MEANS CRANKING
L43CR_ALM Starting motor remote selected No action
MOTOR REMOTE POSITION
EX2K MANUAL (FVR) REGULATOR
L43EX_ALM EX2K manual (FVR) regulator active No action
ACTIVE
TRANSFER TO LIQUID FUEL FAIL - Transfer to liquid fail
L43FL_T_ALM Check liquid fuel system
TRIP Transfer during more than 2 minutes
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.
L45FP1_ALM FIRE PRE-ALARM IN ZONE 1 Fire detection in compartment # 1 See alarm : L33CL1_ALM
L45FP2_ALM FIRE PRE-ALARM IN ZONE 2 Fire detection in compartment # 2 See alarm : L33CL1_ALM
L45FP4_ALM FIRE PREALARM ZONE #4 ALARM Fire detection in compartment # 4 See alarm : L33CL1_ALM
FIRE PROTECTION - GENERAL FIRE
L45FPX_ALM Fire detection in compartment # 1 See alarm : L33CL1_ALM
ALARM ZONE 1 & 2
L45FTX1_ALM FIRE IN ZONE #1 Fire in zone #1 See alarm : L33CL1_ALM
L45FTX2_ALM FIRE IN ZONE #2 Fire in zone #2 See alarm : L33CL1_ALM
L45FTX4_ALM FIRE ALARM ZONE #4 ALARM Fire is detected in 4 zone. See alarm : L33CL1_ALM

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GE Energy
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).
HZD GAS DETEC
Do not open the door of the enclosure, keep the area
L45HA4_ALM DLN/AUX COMPT CARD FAULT OF A leak of gas is detected in the DLN compartment.
around free of people.
SET 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 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) 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
L45HA4H_ALM DLN COMP-DLN A leak of gas is detected in the DLN compartment. See alarm : L45HA4_ALM
VENT/GAS CAB HIGH LEVEL
HZD GAS DETEC
A leak of gas is detected in the DLN/auxiliaries See alarm : L45HA4_ALM
L45HA4HH_ALM DLN /AUX COMPT#4
compartment. #4
VENT/GAS CAB HIGH HIGH LEVEL
HZD GAS DETEC HIGH HIGH LEVEL See alarm : L45HA4_ALM
L45HA4T_ALM A leak of gas is detected in the ventilation compartment
INFORMATION
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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
HZD GAS DETEC

L45HA5_ALM DLN/AUX COMPT CARD FAULT OF A leak of gas is detected in the DLN compartment. See alarm : L45HA4_ALM
SET 5
HZD GAS DETEC
compartment. #5
HZD GAS DETEC
L45HA6_ALM DLN/AUX COMPT CARD FAULT OF A leak of gas is detected in the DLN compartment. See alarm : L45HA4_ALM
SET 6
HZD GAS DETEC
compartment. #6
START INHIBITED DUE TO GAS Check where the gas is detected
L45HGD_PRETA Start inhibited
DETECTION FIRST LEVEL An alarm indicate witch compartment is concern
HZD GAS DETEC HIGH HIGH LEVEL See alarm : L45HA4_ALM
L45HGDHH_ALM A leak of gas is detected in the ventilation compartment
INFORMATION
HAZARDOUS GAS DETECTION See alarm : L45HA4_ALM
L45HGDSD_ALM A leak of gas is detected in the ventilation compartment
FAILURE - SHUT DOWN

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GE Energy
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. 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
TURB COMPARTMENT GAS LEVEL
L45HT1_ALM Gas level high detected in the turbine compartment. around free of people.
HIGH-ALM
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.
TURBINE & EXTRACT DUCT COMB
L45HT1H_ALM Turbine compartment level very high. Check the gas sensors 45 HT-1HH, 2HH and 3-HH
GAS LEVEL HIGH'
HZD GAS DETEC
L45HT1HH_ALM TURBINE COMPT#1 A leak of gas is detected in the turbine compartment. #6 See alarm : L45HT1_ALM
HIGH HIGH LEVEL
TURB COMPARTMENT LEVEL VERY Check for leakage in the gas turbine compartment.
L45HT1T_ALM Turbine compartment level very high.
HIGH-TRIP Check the gas sensors 45 HT-1HH, 2HH and 3-HH.
GT VENTILATION DUCT GAS LEVEL
L45HT2_ALM Gas level high detected in the GT ventilation duct. See alarm : L45HT1_ALM
HIGH-ALM

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
HZD GAS DETEC

HIGH HIGH LEVEL
HZD GAS DETEC
L45HT3_ALM TURBINE COMPT CARD FAULT OF A leak of gas is detected in the turbine compartment. See alarm : L45HT1_ALM
SET 3
HZD GAS DETEC
HIGH HIGH LEVEL
HZD GAS DETEC
SET 4
HZD GAS DETEC
L45HT4H_ALM TURBINE COMPT VENT DUCT HIGH A leak of gas is detected in the ventilation compartment. See alarm : L45HT1_ALM
LEVEL
HZD GAS DETEC
HIGH HIGH LEVEL
HZD GAS DETEC TURBINE COMPT-
L45HT4T_ALM VENTILATION DUCT A leak of gas is detected in the ventilation compartment See alarm : L45HT1_ALM
TRIP
HZD GAS DETEC
SET 5
HZD GAS DETEC
HIGH HIGH LEVEL
HZD GAS DETEC
SET 6
HZD GAS DETEC
HIGH HIGH LEVEL

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

normal sequence: starting system power, torque
L48_ALM TURBINE INCOMPLETE SEQUENCE Failure of unit to reach complete sequence.
converter, fuel control, and acceleration loop.
Check if the AUTO order has been executed.
The time delay is finished and the turbine shaft does not Check the operation of the auxiliaries.
TURBINE SHAFT FAILURE TO BREAK
L48CR_ALM breakaway. Check the starting means.
AWAY
Starting means fault. Check the supplies.
Check auxiliary motors to determine which motor is
overloaded and the cause of the overloading.
On the defective motor, check the overload relay, the
L49X_ALM AUXILIARY MOTOR OVERLOAD One of the auxiliary motors is overloaded.
fuses (or the CB), and the motor with the cables.
Check the set point of the overload relay.
Check the fuses FU.1, 2 on the motor overload circuit.
Customer trips input to the L4CT logic have caused an Determine which of the customer trip devices caused the
L4CT_ALM CUSTOMER TRIP
automatic trip of the unit. trip and correct.
EX2K OPERATOR SELECTED
L4EXOFF_ALM Operator selected excitation off. For information
EXCITATION OFF
L4FCBRUN_ALM REGULATION FAN BLOCK STARTS Regulation fan block starts For information
Check the I.G.V. control system.
The I.G.V. position is not correct. Check the proper operation and the setting values of the
L4IGVT_ALM INLET GUIDE VANE CONTROL
Adjustment of the hydraulic jack. LVDT 96 TV_1 and 2.
TROUBLE TRIP
Problem of the setting values. Check the adjustment of the hydraulic jack. Refer to the
control specifications.
The 3 thermocouple are faulty Check the lube oil skid (exhauster, heater, pump).
LUBE OIL HEADER TEMPERATURE
L4LTTH_T_ALM Temperature of lube oil is too high. Check proper operation of thermocouple
SNSR FLT: TRIP
Shutdown TG LTTH1/LTTH2/LTTH3.
DC PUMP FIRST STEP TIMER
L4QESTP1_ALM Breakers failure, wire lost, timer failure Check power supply, wiring, breakers, timer in M.C.C
FAILURE
DC PUMP SCND STEP TIMER
L4QESTP2_ALM Breakers failure, wire lost, timer failure Check power supply, wiring, breakers, timer in M.C.C
FAILURE
L4QETRPZ_ALM AC PUMP FAILURE TRIP 88QA fault Check 88QA
Check 88QE
L4QETST_ALM DC PUMP TEST FAILED 88QE fault
Check electrical circuit

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Check the operation of the motors 88 TK_1 and _2.

EXHAUST FRAME BLOWER FAULT. Exhaust frame blower fault. Inspect cooling airflow passages.
L4TK_WW_ALM
WATER WASH INHIBITED Impossible to wash TG. Check the suction silencers.
Check the pressure switches 63 TK _1,2.
Check the time over current relay 51 QE.
L51QE_ALM EMERGENCY LUBE OIL OVERLOAD The emergency lube oil pump is faulty. Check the mechanical status of the pump.
Check supply of the motor pump.
L51QEFLT_ALM DC PUMP ABNORMAL POWER See alarm : L51QE_ALM See alarm : L51QE_ALM
EMERGENCY LUBE OIL PUMP OUT
L51QEOFF_ALM See alarm : L51QE_ALM See alarm : L51QE_ALM
OF SERVICE
ATOMIZING AIR BOOSTER MCC
L52AB_ALM Atomizing air booster Command trouble Check Atomizing air booster power supply in MCC
CONTACT POSITION ALARM
Something is blocking the fan Check that nothing is blocking the fan
TURBINE COMPARTMENT VENT. Motor overload Check the fan can run in good conditions
L52BT_ALM
FAULT Short circuit Check electrical circuit
Motor fault Check motor
Determine the breaker, which is open, and find the reason
COOLING WATER FANS PERMANENT Breaker opened by operator or tripped by high motor of its position (overload, fuses fault, defected motor,
L52FC1_ALM
BLOCK FDBCK FAULT temperature. mechanical problem of the motor or the fan, supply, etc.).
Correct cause of problem and close breaker.
COOLING WATER FANS REGULATOR
L52FC2_ALM See alarm : L52FC1_ALM See alarm : L52FC1_ALM
BLOCK FDBCK FAULT
FUEL FORWARDING MOTOR
L52FDY_ALM The remote breaker is detected open Determine the cause of this trouble and repair.
BREAKER OPEN
FLOW DIVIDER STARTUP MOTOR
L52FM_ALM Flow divider startup motor breaker fault Check flow divider startup motor breaker
BREAKER FAULT
Determine device that tripped the breaker.
The problem should be corrected before coupling again.
Generator breaker has been tripped by an automatic
L52G1_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.
GAS COMPARTMENT HEATER
L52HA11_ALM Discrepancy between start order and feedback Check feedback match with heater status
BREAKER FAULT
AUXILIARY COMPARTMENT HEATER
L52HA30_ALM Discrepancy between start order and feedback Check feedback match with heater status
BREAKER FAULT

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Check for leakage.

Check the mechanical status of the motor and the pump.
Check the motor supply (fuses, breaker, connection)
Motor, pump fault
HYDRAULIC SUPPLY AUXILIARY Check the proper operation of :
L52HQ1_ALM Motor supply fault.
PUMP DISCREPANCY _ 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).
TURBINE COMPARTMENT HEATER
L52HT30_ALM Discrepancy between start order and feedback Checks feedback match with heater status
BREAKER FAULT
Check fuses, breakers, protections, and supply.
Something is blocking the fan Check the mechanical status of the fan and the motor in
HEAT VENT WI COMPARTMENT Motor overload trouble.
L52JS_ALM
VENT. FAULT Short circuit Check the proper operation of the water injection fan
Motor fault motor 88JS.
After doing corrective action, close the breaker in trouble.
DEFAULTS FUSIBLES
L52MCBALM_ALM Customer signal Specific customer
UNDERVOLTAGE RELAY
Examine main lube pump.
AUXILIARY LUBE OIL PUMP MOTOR The main lube oil pump is supplying insufficient lube oil Check pump output and main lube filters for leaks or
L52QA_ALM
RUNNING pressure due to pump failure or leaks. plugging.
Check proper operation of pressure switch 63 QA.
GENERATOR LIFT STANDBY BEAR
L52QB_ALM Lube oil pump ready or running For information
LIFT OIL PMP RUNN
Check the turning gear motor drawer 88 TG (fuses,
The turning gear motor is not running during the turning
L52TG_ALM TURNING GEAR MOTOR TROUBLE breaker, relay, power supply).
gear sequence.
Check the AC supply power.
EXHAUST FRAME BLOWER #1 Blower is running while there is no run signal Check 88TK1
L52TK1_ALM
DISCREPENCY Blower is not running while there is run signal Check electrical circuit
EXHAUST FRAME BLOWER #2 Blower is running while there is no run signal Check 88TK2
L52TK2_ALM
DISCREPENCY Blower is not running while there is run signal Check electrical circuit
Check the power supply of the motor drawer in the T.C.C.
LOAD COMP. COOLING FAN MOTOR
L52VG_ALM The load compartment cooling fan motor is not running. Check the relay.
TROUBLE
Determine the trouble and repair as soon as possible.

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GE Energy
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.
L52WCY_ALM WATER PUMP BREACKER OPEN Water pump breaker open Close water pump breaker
WATER INJECTION PUMP Pump is running while there is no run signal Check 88TK3
L52WN1_ALM
DISCREPENCY Pump is not running while there is run signal Check electrical circuit
VPRO - OS SETPOINT CONFIG
L5CFG_TRP_AL Bad over-speed configuration trip Change the over-speed configuration trip with the toolbox
ERROR TRIP
L5CMPST_TRP VPRO - COMPOSITE TRIP(S) One or more module of one VPRO card fault Check modules on each VPRO cards
Correct abnormality that caused the operator to push the
L5E_ALM MANUAL TRIP _ LOCAL The emergency stop pushbutton has been pressed.
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 pressed is resolved
VPRO - EMERGENCY STOP PB
L5ESTOP1_FZA Someone has depressed the emergency stop pb WARNING NEVER DEPRESS THE EMERGENCY STOP
DEPRESSED
PB BEFORE TO BE SURE THE PROBLEM IS
RESOLVED
PROTECTIVE PPRO CARD TRIP - Diagnostic alarm on the dedicated card PPRO Check Diagnostic alarm relating to the card mentioned by
L5PPRO_LATCH
LATCH Defaut communication using the toolbox.
TURBINE STARTUP BOGGED DOWN - Check trip diagram on HMI
L60BOG_ALM Problems during startup
TRIP Refer to specific alarm(s)
Manual FSR control has not been reset to a position where
L60FSRG_ALM FSR GAG NOT AT MAX LIMIT Raise the manual FSR control to maximum.
it will not interfere with automatic FSR control.
REGULATION IN FSR TEMPERATURE
L60TRF_ALM The regulation is in FSR temperature control. Check the regulation system CPD.
CONTROL
The cool-down sequence has been interrupted before the Continue cool-down sequence except in the case of major
L62CD_ALM COOLDOWN SEQUENCE RUNNING
end of normal cycle. problem.
Water wash has to be done, and then operation with crude
L62LV_ALM WATER WASH NEEDED Water wash needed after 15 operating with crude oil.
oil is authorized.
The master protective logic signal L4 has tripped the unit Check all signals going making up the L4 logic signal to
L62TT2_ALM FAILURE TO START twice or if the unit is operating in remote, flame was not determine which caused the problem or determine cause
established after two tries at establishing flame. of lack of flame establishment.

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
VENT AFTER AN OFF LINE WASHING

L62WWY_ALM Vent after an off line washing interrupted Refer to specific chapter
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.
L63AD4L_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 atomizing air system.
Check on running gear if the shaft driver atomizing air
compressor is running: if coupling broken replace the
ATOMIZING AIR DIFF. PRESSURE atomizing air compressor before starting up the limit.
L63ADL_ALM Atomizing air compressor not providing adequate pressure.
LOW If atomizing air compressor is correct, check compressor
during operation (vibration) and the circuit (help with the
pressure indicators).
Check the pressure switches 63AD and their setting point.
Check the atomizing air H.P. compressor.
ATOMIZING AIR DIFFERENTIAL The discharge pressure of the atomizing air H.P.
L63ADLA_ALM Check the atomizing air piping.
PRESSURE LOW compressor is too low.
Check the pressure switch 63 AD_1.
SKID WASHING PRESSURE OR
L63BWL_ALM Skid washing pressure or flow fault Check washing skid
FLOW FAULT
Check the cleanliness of the air filter.
Check the proper operation of the pressure switch 63
INLET AIR FILTER COMPRESSED AIR CA_1.
L63CA1L_ALM Air filter compressor pressure low.
PRESS LOW ALARM NOTE:
Refer to Manufacturers recommendations for air filters
maintenance in specific volumes.
L63CPDL_ALM CPD PRESSURE LOW ALARM CPD pressure low alarm Check GT compressor system

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Check the filter status. Change it, if necessary.

Check the differential pressure switches 63 CS (operation
COMPRESSOR INLET DIFF
L63CSH_ALM Inlet filter dirty. and setting point).
PRESSURE HIGH TRIP
NOTE:
Refer to specific volumes for Air filter maintenance.
Check the state of the pressure switches 63 CS_1 and _2
TURBINE COMPRESSOR INLET The pressure switches of the air inlet compressor are in
L63CSH_SENSR (proper operation and setting point).
PRESS. SW. TROUBLE trouble.
Check their logic circuit.
Check the filter status. Change it, if necessary.
Check the differential pressure switches 63 CS (operation
COMPRESSOR INLET DIFF
L63CSHH_ALM Inlet filter dirty. and setting point).
PRESSURE HIGH TRIP
NOTE:
Refer to specific volumes for Air filter maintenance.
VANADIUM INHIBITOR FLOW The pressure of the fuel additive is high
L63FAH_ALM Check the inhibition skid
CHECKING Pressure switch fault
FUEL FWD PUMP DISCHARGE Check the forwarding skid.
L63FD1L_ALM The pressure on the fuel-forwarding skid is low.
PRESSURE LOW Check the pressure switch
FUEL FORWARDING PRESS. HIGH Check the forwarding skid.
L63FD2H_ALM The pressure on the fuel-forwarding skid is high.
ALARM Check the pressure switch 63 FD_2.
HEAT VENT 63FG-1 SENSOR
L63FG1_ALM Heat vent 63FG-1 sensor trouble Check heat vent 63FG-1 sensor
TROUBLE
TROUBLE
Check cause of low supply pressure: check the gas fuel
L63FGL_ALM GAS FUEL PRESSURE LOW Gas fuel pressure to turbine has been sensed as low. pressure supply, the strainer and the pressure switch
63 FG_3.
Inlet liquid fuel pressure is low. Check the fuel-forwarding skid (pumps, motors, filters).
Pressure switch 63 FL_2 trouble (see control specifications Check the pressure switch 63 FL_2 (operation and
L63FLZ_ALM LIQUID FUEL PRESSURE LOW for the setting value). setting).
Strainer, filter, pumps fault. Check the strainer filter at the turbine inlet.
Leakage. Check for leakage.
Check the piping for leak.
HEAVY FUEL OIL LOW PRESSURE AT The pressure of the heavy fuel is too low, and the unit
L63FU1L_ALM Check the pressure switch
PUMP DISCHARGE transfers automatically to distillate fuel.
Check the heavy fuel forwarding system.

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Check the piping for leak.

The pressure of the heavy fuel is too low, and the unit
L63FU2LA_ALM HEAVY FUEL PRESSURE LOW Check the pressure switch 63 FU_2.
transfers automatically to distillate fuel.
Check the heavy fuel forwarding system.
Check the forwarding skid.
Forwarding skid in trouble.
L63FU3HZ_ALM NAPHTA PRESSURE HIGH Check the proper operation of the pressure switch 63
Pressure switch faulty.
FU_3.
GAS FUEL SCRUBBER GAS 101FI
L63GSD1H_ALM Gas scrubber filter/sep 101FI DIF is clogged Clean gas scrubber filter/sep 101FI DIF
DIFF PRESS HIGH
GAS FUEL SCRUBBER GAS 121FI
L63GSD2H_ALM Gas scrubber filter/sep 121FI DIF is clogged Clean gas scrubber filter/sep 121FI DIF
DIFF PRESS HIGH
Check hydraulic pressure with the pressure gauge.
Changeovers the hydraulic oil filters and replaces it if
HYDR. FILTER DIFF. PRESSURE
L63HF1H_ALM The hydraulic oil filter is dirty. necessary.
HIGH
Check the pressure switch 63 HF.
Check the closing of test valve.
Check hydraulic supply pressure filter and differential
pressure gauge, regulating valve or, pump or proper
HYDRAULIC SUPPLY PRESSURE operation of 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.
Inspect fuel oil filters and correct condition.
Check proper operation of fuel oil filter differential pressure
LIQUID FUEL FILTER DIFF. PRESS.
L63LF2H_ALM The differential pressure too high at the fuel oil filter. switch (operation and setting point) 63 LF_1.
HIGH
Change or repair if necessary.
Check the closing of the test valve.
CRUDE OIL Check filter
L63LF30H_ALM Crude oil filter clogged
FILTER CLOGGED Clean or change the filter
Check the filter and changeover, if necessary.
L63LF3H_ALM FUEL FILTER DIFF. PRESSURE HIGH The filter of the fuel skid is dirty.
Check the differential pressure switch 63 LF_3.
LIQUID FUEL FILTER DIFF PRESS Check the filter and changeover, if necessary.
L63LF7H_ALM The filter of the fuel skid is dirty.
HIGH Check the differential pressure switch 63 LF_3.

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Check the position of the purge valves VA 13_1 and VA

The two purge valves VA 13_1 and VA 13_2 are seen 13_2.
GAS FUEL NOZ. PURGE SYSTEM
L63PGFT_ALM closed and the pressure switch 63 PG_1 has detected a Check the limit switches 33 PG_1 and 33 PG_3 (proper
PRESSURE HIGH
high pressure. operation).
Check the pressure switch 63 PG_1.
LIQUID FUEL PURGE LOW AIR
L63PLLZ_ALM The liquid fuel air purge pressure is low. Check the pressure switch 63PL-21.
PRESS
Repair leaks or pump.
LUBE OIL PRESSURE ALARM Check proper operation of the transmitter (96QA_2) and
L63QA2L_ALM Lube system leaks or pump or transmitter trouble.
BEARING the pressure switch 63 QA-2.
Check the closing of the test valves.
Check the proper operation of the bearing lift pump
Check the motor supply (fuses, breaker, connection)
Lift pump fault
GEN BRG LIFT LOW PRESS AT Check for leakage
L63QBLY_ALM Motor fault
PUMPS OUTLET Check the proper operation of the pressure switch 63QB
Pressure switch fault
(operation and setting point)
Loss of fluid pressure and deterioration of fluid purity may

LUBE OIL MIST FILTER - DIFF. PRESS result.
L63QQ10H_ALM Clogged filter.
- HIGH Change filter.
Check the pressure switch 63QQ_1.
Loss of fluid pressure and deterioration of fluid purity may
MAIN LUBE OIL FILTER DIFF. result.
L63QQ1H_ALM Clogged filter.
PRESSURE HIGH Change filter.
Check the pressure switch 63QQ_1.
TRIP OIL FILTER DIFF. PRESSURE Check the lube oil filter.
L63QQ8H_ALM The lube oil filter is dirty.
HIGH Check the pressure switch 63QQ_8.
TURBINE LUBE OIL HEADER PRESS 88QA fault Check 88QA
L63QT_ALM
LOW TRIP 88QE fault Check 88QE
LUBE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH
L63QT_SENSR Bad signal from lube oil pressure switch. Check pressure switches 63QT_2A, 2B and 63QA.
TROUBLE

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Check the proper operation of the pressure-regulating

valve VPR_2.
Check the proper operation of the lube oil pumps.
TURBINE LUBE OIL HEADER PRESS
L63QTX_ALM Lube oil pressure has fallen below the trip level. Check for leakage.
LOW TRIP
Check the pressure switch 63 QT_2A.
Check the proper operation of the transmitter 96QA_2
Determine cause and correct before restarting unit.
Check the pressure drop.
If the pressure is excessive, change the air filters.
If the pressure is correct, check the pressure switch 63 TF
Inlet filter excessive pressure drop.
L63TF10H_ALM FLOW INLET FILTER DIFF PRESSURE and its setting point.
Filter is dirty.
NOTE:
Refer to Manufacturers recommendations for air filters
maintenance in specific chapters.
TURBINE AIR INLET DIFF. PRESS.
L63TF1H_ALM See alarm : L63TF10H_ALM See alarm : L63TF10H_ALM
ALARM
INLET FILTER PRESSURE DROOP
L63TFH_ALM See alarm : L63TF10H_ALM See alarm : L63TF10H_ALM
TRIP ALARM
INLET FILTER PRESSURE DROOP
L63TFH10_ALM See alarm : L63TF10H_ALM See alarm : L63TF10H_ALM
TRIP ALARM
EXHAUST FRAME COOLING AIR Exhaust frame blower motor not operating. Air passages Inspect cooling airflow passages.
L63TK_ALM
PRESSURE LOW blocked. Check the suction silencers.
L63TKY_ALM EXHAUST FRAME PRESSURE LOW Exhaust frame pressure low. Check the suction silencers.
LOAD COMP INLET FILTER
L63VGH_ALM Heat vent load compartment inlet air filter clogged Clean heat vent load compartment inlet air filter#2
CLOGGED - BY PASS OPEN
Check the pumps and motor.
COOLING WATER PUMP DISCH
L63WC1L_ALM The pressure of cooling water pump is low. Check leakage.
PRESSURE LOW.
Check the status of the filters.
Check the differential pressure, clean the filter or change it
WATER INJECTION FILTER DIFF
L63WN3H_ALM The water filter is dirty. if necessary.
PRESS HIGH
Check the pressure switch 63 WN3.

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
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 125 VDC 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.
L71CBL1_ALM CO2 GAS LOSS ZONE1 The CO2 bottles are empty Change the CO2 bottles
Check the level in the tank.
FUEL ADDITIVE STORAGE TANK- Check the level indicator 71 FA_1.
L71FA1L_ALM The level of the fuel additive storage tank is low.
LEVEL LOW Check for leaks.
Check pipes.
CRUDE OIL FWD ADDITIVE
L71FA1LX_ALM The level of the crude oil FWD additive storage tank is low. Additive tank
STORAGE TANK- LEVEL LOW
CRUDE OIL ADDITIVE SKID TANK-
L71FA2L_ALM The crude oil additive skid tank is fault. Check the tank.
FAULT
LIQUID FUEL HIGH LEAKAGE ON
L71FF2T_ALM Liquid fuel low leakage level on GT frame Check for leakage
SKID - TRIP
LIQUID FUEL LEAKAGE SNSRS Liquid fuel low leakage level on GT frame Check for leakage
L71FF2T_SNSR
FAULT ON LIQUID SKID Sensors fault Check sensors
LIQUID FUEL LOW LEAKAGE LEVEL
L71FF4L_ALM Liquid fuel low leakage level on GT frame Check for leakage
ON SKID
GAS FUEL SCRUBBER 101FI-2A
L71GS12A_ALM Condensate to high in gas separator Purge gas separator
LEVEL HIGH
GAS FUEL SCRUBBER 101FI-2B
L71GS12B_ALM Condensate to high in gas separator Purge gas separator
LEVEL HIGH
GAS FUEL SCRUBBER 101FI-3 LEVEL
L71GS13_ALM Condensate to high in gas separator Purge gas separator
HIGH

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
GAS FUEL COALESC FILTER #1

L71GS1H_ALM Gas fuel coalesc filter #1 is clogged Clean gas fuel coalesc filter #1
LEVEL HIGH
GAS FUEL #1 COALESC FILTER
L71GS1HT_SNS Gas fuel #1 coalesc filter level sensor trouble Check gas fuel #1 coalesc filter level sensor
LEVEL SENSOR TROUBLE
GAS FUEL SCRUBBER 121FI-2A
L71GS22A_ALM Condensate to high in gas separator Purge gas separator
LEVEL HIGH
GAS FUEL SCRUBBER 121FI-2B
L71GS22B_ALM Condensate to high in gas separator Purge gas separator
LEVEL HIGH
GAS FUEL SCRUBBER 121FI-3 LEVEL
L71GS23_ALM Condensate to high in gas separator Purge gas separator
HIGH
GAS FUEL COALESC FILTER #2
L71GS2H_ALM Gas fuel coalesc filter #2 is clogged Clean gas fuel coalesc filter #2
LEVEL HIGH
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
L71GSHHT CONDENSATE VERY HIGH LEVEL Condensate to high in gas separator Purge gas separator
TRIP
GAS FUEL SEPARATOR
L71GSHHT_ALM Condensate to high in gas separator Purge gas separator
CONDENSATE VERY HIGH LEVEL
Check proper operation of the tank level 71QH_1.
Investigate cause of high-level alarm and restore normal
level.
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.

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Check proper operation of the level 96QL_1. Checks lube

oil system for possible leakage or for excessive
consumption.
Check the transmitters 96QL-1.
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, oil consumption is normal so, refilling is
necessary periodically with proper oil.
Check the level of water-cooling.
Check the water-cooling system.
GENERATOR LIQUID LEVEL A leak of the water-cooling system, or a leak of oil, is
L71WG1_ALM Check the bottom of the generator package to define the
DETECTOR detected.
leaks if there is any leak.
Check the indicator switch.
GENERATOR LIQUID LEVEL
L71WG2_ALM See alarm : L71WG1_ALM See alarm : L71WG1_ALM
DETECTOR 2# NDE
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
L71WS1_ALM Sump tank high level Empty sump tank
SWITCH
L71WS3_ALM SUMP TANK HIGH HIGH LEVEL Sump tank very high level Check limit switch and pump system
SUMP TANK LOW LEVEL LIMIT
L71WS4_ALM Sump tank low level Check limit switch and pump system
SWITCH
EMERGENGY LUBE OIL PUMP
L72QE_ALM Electrical fault on the emergency lube oil pump motor Check the emergency lube oil pump and motor.
MOTOR ELECTRICAL FAULT

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Rev : A
OPERATION
Determine cause of DC power loss.

Loss of DC power to aux lube oil pumps.
Refer to the specific alarms about electrical faults
Oil leakages.
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).
The main pump driven accessory gear and AC powered Check for leaks and pump malfunction.
EMERGENCY LUBE PUMP MOTOR
L72QEZ_ALM lube oil pump have not supplied sufficient lube oil pressure Check proper operation of pressure switches 63 QL, 63
RUNNING
because of pump failure or leaks. QT_2A and 63 QT_2B.
BATTERIES COMPARTMENT
L74BATH_ALM The batteries compartment temperature is high. Check heating and ventilation system.
TEMPERATURE HIGH
BATTERIES COMPARTMENT
L74BATL_ALM The batteries compartment temperature is low. Check heating and ventilation system.
TEMPERATURE LOW
CONTROL COMPARTMENT TEMP
L74HL_ALM The control compartment temperature is high. Check heating and ventilation system.
LOW
CONTROL COMPARTMENT
L74HT_ALM The control compartment temperature is high. Check heating and ventilation system.
TEMPERATURE HIGH
Investigate problem. The problem should be corrected
before restarting. The Master reset switch must be
pressed before restarting.
Compressor bleed valves have not operated properly. They
COMP BLD VLV FAIL TO CLOSE - Check proper operation of the solenoid valve 20 CB.
L83CBLIMIT are in the wrong position or required an excessive amount
LIMITED Check the control air supply of VA 2_1, 2_2, 2_3, 2_4
of time to move from one position to the other.
valves and the opening of the isolating valve.
Check the cleanliness of the air separator.
Check the limit switches 33 CB.
OVERSPEED TEST MODE SELECTED
L83HOST_ALM Over-speed trip being checked. See Over-speed trip checks module 10 of this chapter.
_ HP
REMOTE BREAKER OPENING
L83RBO_ALM Remote breaker opening detected For information
DETECTED
WASHING ON-LINE PROHIB.INLET The on-line water wash is inhibited because the temperature The on-line water wash will be possible as soon as the
L83WW_ALM
TEMP.LOW is low. temperature will be in the limit spread.
24H DELAY NECESSARY SINCE THE
L83WWON_ALM 24 hours necessary since the last water wash. Wait the period of 24H to start again on-line washing.
LAST WW
L86ARS_ALM AC TRANSFER FAULT A512-40G1 loss of excitation (A) Check exciter cubicle

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Rev : A
OPERATION
HEAT VENT TURB COMP TEST

L86BTTEST_AL BT test stopped because of ventilation pressure fault Check BT or leaks in compartment
ABORTED
LOSS OF TURBINE COMPARTMENT supply, motors, fans, electrical circuit...).
L86BTX_ALM The turbine compartment ventilation is faulty.
COOLING FAN Check the position of vent flap.
Check the proper operation of the limit switch 33BT
before restarting. The Master reset switch must be
Compressor bleed valves have not operated properly. They
COMPRESSOR BLEED VALVE Check proper operation of the solenoid valve 20 CB.
L86CBA_ALM are in the wrong position or required an excessive amount
POSITION TROUBLE Check the control air supply of VA 2_1, 2_2, 2_3, 2_4
of time to move from one position to the other.
valves and the opening of the isolating valve.
Check the cleanliness of the air separator.
Check the limit switches 33 CB.
COMPRESSOR BLEED VALVE
L86CBT_ALM See alarm : L86CBA_ALM See alarm : L86CBA_ALM
POSITION TROUBLE TRIP
COMP OPERATING LIMIT CONTROL Inlet heating control valve fault. Check operation of bleed heat control valve.
L86CPR_FLT
FAULT Compressor discharge pressure transmitters fault. Check the compressor discharge pressure transmitters.
Determine the cause of this fault before attempting a new
start.
STARTING MOTOR PROTECTIVE
L86CRTX_ALM The cranking motor protective system has been initiated. NOTE:
LOCKOUT
The master reset function must be selected before
restarting.
Low level of inhibitor tank. Check the proper operation of heavy fuel inhibitor pump.
L86FA_ALM FUEL ADDITIVE CIRCUIT FAULT
Heavy fuel inhibitor pump faulty. Check the tank level.
Check the proper operation of heavy fuel inhibitor the
L86FAX_ALM CRUDE OIL FWD Crude oil FWD additive pumps fault alarm
pump.
Check SRV valve
L86FPG2HT_A POST-IGNITION P2 HIGH TRIP SRV valve to much opened
Check regulation constant are the same e as in the A010
PRE-IGNITION P2 PRESS HIGH IGN Check GCV valve
L86FPG2IH_AL GCV valve not enough opened
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
LIQ FUEL FALSE START-USE RESET
L86FS_ALM Liquid fuel false start-use reset display After sequencing reset by 86FSRST_CPB
DISPLAY

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Rev : A
OPERATION
HEAVY FUEL TEM. FAULT XFERT The temperature of the heavy fuel is not correct. The
L86FT_ALM Check heavy fuel heating system
LOCKOUT transfer is locked.
COMPLETE LOSS OF HEAVY FUEL Complete loss of heavy fuel FWD pumps crude oil FWD
L86FUX_ALM Check pumps.
FWD PUMPs additive pumps.
74/86G-1A LOCK OUT RELAY COIL
L86G1AMON_AL 74/86G-1A lock out relay coil fault Check 74/86G-1A
FAULT
Lockout relay 74/86G-1B is faulty.
74/86G-1B LOCK OUT RELAY COIL
L86G1BMON_AL Wiring circuit in GCP sequence Check relay
FAULT
Tripping coil of the 52G circuit breaker is faulty.
L86G2AALM_AL 74/86G-2A LOCK OUT RELAY TRIP 74/86G-2A lock out relay trip Check 74/86G-2A
74/86G-2A LOCK OUT RELAY COIL
L86G2AMON_AL 74/86G-2A lock out relay coil fault Check 74/86G-2A
FAULT
The lockout 74/86G-2B relay tripped in the GCP and sent
L86G2BALM_AL 74/86G-2B LOCK OUT RELAY TRIP Check 74/86G-2B
opening order 41E and 52G breakers
Lockout relay 74/86G-2B is faulty.
74/86G-2B LOCK OUT RELAY COIL
L86G2BMON_AL Wiring circuit in GCP sequence Check relay
FAULT
Tripping coil of the 52G circuit breaker is faulty.
to gas inhibited.
GAS CONTROL VLV NOT The gas control valve feedback is abnormal.
L86GCVT_ALM Check the calibration of the VGC.
FOLLOWING - TRIP Supply fault.
Sensors defected.
L86GLTA_ALM
GAS LEAK TEST OF SRV FAILED Gas leak of SRV valve Check SRV valve
GAS LEAK TEST OF GCV/VENT
L86GLTB_ALM Gas leak of GCV valve or Gas Purge Inter valve Check GCV valve or Gas Purge Inter valve
FAILED
2/3 GEN STATOR WIND. CENT. TEMP Temperature sensor fault Decrease the generator load
L86GSC10T12A
SNSR FLT #10-11-12 2 of 3 Generator RTDs failure Check RTD and associated connections
2/3 GEN STATOR WINDING CENTER Temperature sensor fault Decrease the generator load
L86GSC1T3_AL
TEMP SNSR FLT #1-2-3 2 of 3 Generator RTDs failure Check RTD and associated connections
L86GSC4T6_AL
L86GSC7T9_AL

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GE Energy
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
L86GVA_ALM Adjustment of the hydraulic jack.
TROUBLE LVDT 96 TV.
Problem of the setting values.
Check the adjustment of the hydraulic jack.
COMPARTMENT HEATER
L86HEATR_ALM Discrepancy between start order and feedback Check feedback match with heater status
OPERATING - PRE IGNITION TRIP
LOSS OF W. I. COMPARTMENT Check fan
L86JSX_ALM Loss of W.I. Compartment ventilation.
VENTILATION Check electrical circuit
Determine the electrical trouble with the matrix in the
protection panel.
NOTE:
ELECTRICAL TROUBLE NORMAL Electrical trouble on the generator with normal shutdown for
L86N_ALM The unit should not be operated until the cause of the
SHUTDOWN the unit.
problem has been determined and corrected.
Refer to specific chapters for more information about
generator.
74/86N-1 LOCK-OUT RELAY COIL
L86N1MON_ALM 74-86N-1 lock-out relay coil fault Check 74-86N-1 lock-out relay coil
FAULT
74/86N-2 LOCK-OUT RELAY COIL
L86N2MON_ALM 74-86N-2 lock-out relay coil fault Check 74-86N-2 lock-out relay coil
FAULT
STARTUP CHECK STOP GEN
L86NX_ALM The general protection of the generator is defect Check generator system
PROTECTION FAILURE SHUTDOWN
L86PUR_ALM HEAVY FUEL TG - TRIP GT trip while running with heavy liquid fuel For information
HEAVY FUEL PURGE VALVE FAILURE Check the proper operation of the purge valve.
L86PURC_ALM The heavy fuel purge valve failed to open.
TO OPEN
HEAVY FUEL PURGE VALVE FAILURE Check the proper operation of the purge valve.
L86PURT_ALM The heavy fuel purge valve failed to close.
TO CLOSE
Finish heavy fuel purge sequence
HEAVY FUEL PURGE TG TRIP SINCE GT tripped since 1 hour and operator heavy purge
L86PURZ_ALM Confirm purge
1 HOUR confirmation not given
Restart gas turbine heavy fuel when purge finished
DC PUMP ELECTRICAL TROUBLE Check DC pump
L86QE_ALM DC pump electrical trouble start inhibited
START INHIBITED Check electrical circuit
Investigate synchronization system to determine exact
Auto synchronizing self-checking system has detected a cause of problem.
L86S AUTO SYNCHRONIZING LOCKOUT
synchronizing equipment abnormality. Refer to the Manufacturers documents about the
synchronizing system.

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Rev : A
OPERATION
Check relay
L86T1AALM_AL 74/86T-1A LOCK OUT RELAY TRIP 74/86T-1A Lock out relay coil fault
Check GCP
74/86T-1A LOCK OUT RELAY COIL Check relay
L86T1AMON_AL 74/86T-1A Lock out relay coil fault
FAULT Check GCP
COMPRESSOR INLET
L86TCI Bad thermocouple signal. Check thermocouples and wiring.
THERMOCOUPLES DISAGREE
Trip. Check and reconnect thermocouples.
EXHAUST THERMOCOUPLES OPEN
L86TFB_ALM Excessive number thermocouples fault. Check the connection and the position.
TRIP
Position, connection, short-circuit, cut-off fault. Check for short-circuit and cut-off.
FALSE START DRAIN VALVE FAIL TO Check limit switch wiring and good operation. Look for
L86TFD_C Valve stucked or limit switch failure
CLOSE valve bloquage.
FALSE START DRAIN SYSTEM Look for any foreign object or residual fuel in drain piping.
L86TFD_NOFLOW Drain system clogged.
BLOCKED Check valve operation.
FALSE START DRAIN VALVE Check limit switch wiring and good operation. Look for
L86TFD_O Valve stucked or limit switch failure
FAILURE TO OPEN valve bloquage.
FSD VALVE CLOSED AT LOWER
L86TFDLOW_AL Valve spring damaged Check valve spring.
PRESS THAN EXPECTED
GENERATOR DIFFERENTIAL TRIP Electrical trouble with emergency shutdown. Relay 86G The unit should not be operated until the cause of the
L86TGT1_ALM
CHANNEL 1 indicate a generator differential. problem has been determined and corrected.
GENERATOR DIFFERENTIAL TRIP Electrical trouble with emergency shutdown. Relay 86G The unit should not be operated until the cause of the
L86TGT2_ALM
CHANNEL 2 indicate a generator differential. problem has been determined and corrected.
before restarting. The Master Reset switch must be
L86TVA_ALM POSITION IGV FAULT On start-up, the inlet guide vanes are not closed.
NOTE:
Refer to Manufacturers documents and to Control
specification for proper values.
The temperature control system has not limited exhaust
temperature within the trip limits. Check the temperature control loop and the fuel control
L86TXT_ALM EXHAUST OVERTEMPERATURE TRIP Temperature control system fault. system.
Fuel control system fault. Check the cooling and ventilation system.
Ventilation system fault.

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Rev : A
OPERATION
Check the load compartment cooling ventilation system

Air fan fault
LOSS OF LOAD GEAR COMPT Check the supply of motors 88VG
L86VGX_ALM Motor fault
COOLING FAN Check fuses, breakers and protections
Power supply fault
Check the mechanical status of the fans and the motors
LOSS OF MCC VOLTAGE - LOSS OF supply, motors, fans, electrical circuit...).
L86VL1_ALM The heat compartment ventilation is faulty.
VENTILATION SD Check the position of vent flap.
Check the proper operation of the limit switch 33VL
HEAT VENT DLN COMP TEST
L86VLTEST_AL VL test stopped because of ventilation pressure fault Check VL or leaks in compartment
ABORTED
LOSS OF DLN COMPARTMENT
L86VLX_ALM Fans fault Check fans
VENTILATION
The water injection mode is automatically deselected. Check for leakage.
The water pressure at the inlet of the water injection skid is Check the closing of the test valves.
too high. Check the status of the strainer.
WATER INJ. SUCTION PRESSURE
L86WN1_ALM Leakage. Check the opening of the isolating valve at the inlet pump.
HIGH LOCKOUT
Dirt strainers. Check the pressure switch 63 WN_1 (operation and
Test valves open. setting point).
Isolating valves at the inlet pump closed. Check the opening of isolating valve of water inlet.
Check for leakage.
Check the pressure.
The water injection mode is automatically deselected.
WATER INJ. DISCHARGE PRESS. Check the proper operation of the pressure switch 63
L86WN2_ALM The water pressure at the outlet of the water injection skid is
LOW LOCKOUT WN_2.
too low.
Check the proper operation of the water pump.
Check the water injection system.
Check the solenoid valve 20 WN.
The water injection mode is automatically deselected.
L86WN3_ALM WATER INJ. FLOW HIGH LOCKOUT Check the flow pickup 77 WN.
The injected water flow is higher than the authorized limit.
Check the water injection system.
Water injection trip. Check the flow pickup 77 WN.
WATER INJECTION LOW FLOW TRIP
L86WN7_ALM Water flow low. Check the limit switch 33 WN_0.
WATER
Limit switch fault. Check the water injection system.
OFF LINE COMP WW - USE RESET
L86WW_ALM Off line comp WW - use reset display After sequencing reset by L86WWRST_CPB
DISPLAY
LOSS OF FALSE START DRAIN
L86WWTD TC failure or input card failure Check input card and check TC integrity
TEMPERATURE SENSORS NS

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Rev : A
OPERATION
EXHAUST FRAME COOLING SYS

L90TKL_ALM Exhaust frame cooling sys trouble - unload Check cooling system
TRBL - UNLOAD
Check the 2 batteries charger AC breaker.
STARTUP CHECK STOP BATTERY The 2 batteries charger AC under voltage.
L94BLN_ALM Check voltage magnitude.
CHARGER TROUBLE - SD The 2 batteries chargers are faulty.
Check the proper operation of the batteries charger.
Check the ventilation system of this compartment.
Check fuses, breakers, protections, and supplies.
HEAT VENT TURBINE Check the mechanical status of the fan and the motor in
The turbine ventilation is faulty.
L94BTL_ALM COMPARTMENT SB FAN TEST trouble.
Motor 88BT_1 and 2 fault
FAILED Check the proper operation of each cooling air fan motor
88BT
L94DP1_ALM G60A CRITICAL FAILURE TRIP G60A critical failure trip Check G60A
L94DP2_ALM G60B CRITICAL FAILURE TRIP G60B critical failure trip Check G60B
L94DP3_ALM T60A CRITICAL FAILURE TRIP T60A critical failure trip Check T60A
FIRE PROTEC AUX/TURB/LOAD
L94F1B_ALM CO2 emission See alarm : L33CL1_ALM
COMPT CO2 RELEASE
FIRE PROTEC BEARING AREA CO2
L94F2B_ALM CO2 emission See alarm : L33CL1_ALM
RELEASE
L94F4B_ALM CO2 RELEASED ZONE #4 ALARM CO2 emission See alarm : L33CL1_ALM
L94GLTSD_ALM SHUTDOWN GAS LEAK TEST FAILED Leakage in gas system during shutdown TG Check for leakage
L94GLTSU_ALM STARTUP GAS LEAK TEST FAILED Leakage in gas system during startup TG Check for leakage
STARTUP CHECK STOP LOAD Thermocouple faulty
L94LTH_ALM Check thermocouple ttib1
TUNNEL TEMP HIGH SD Shutdown TG
2 of the 3 thermocouple are faulty Check the lube oil skid (exhauster, heater, pump).
LUBE OIL HEADER TEMPERATURE
L94LTTH_ALM Temperature of lube oil is too high. Check proper operation of thermocouple
SNSR FLT: SHUTDOWN
Shutdown TG LTTH1/LTTH2/LTTH3.
XFER TO DIST WATER WASH Transfer to distillate. Water wash has to be done, and then operation with crude
L94LV_ALM
NEEDED Water wash needed after 15 operating with crude oil. oil is authorized.
Check the proper operation and position of the purge
valve VA 13_2.
GAS FUEL NOZ. PURGE SYSTEM Inter-valve pressure between VA 13_1 and VA 13_2 is high Check the status of the solenoid valves 20 PG_1 and 20
L94PGT_ALM
TROUBLE TRIP during start-up: the unit trips. PG_2.
Check the pressure switch 63 PG_1 (operation and setting
point).

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GE Energy
Rev : A
OPERATION
Check the proper operation of drain valve and solenoid

TORQUE CONVERTOR DRAIN VALVE The torque converter drain valve is not actuated in the same
L94TC_ALM valve.
TROUBLE ALARM time as the solenoid valve (20 TU_1).
Check the limit switch 33 TC_1.
FALSE START DRAIN VALVE
L94TFD Refer to L86TFD_NOFLOW or L86WWTD Refer to L86TFD_NOFLOW or L86WWTD
TURBINE SHUTDOWN
Check the mechanical status of the fan and the motor in
HEAT VENT DLN COMPARTMENT SB The turbine ventilation is faulty.
L94VLL_ALM trouble.
FAN TEST FAILED Motor 88VL_1 and 2 fault
Check the proper operation of each cooling air fan motor
88VL
The mentioned breaker is open. Consequently the MKVI
VOLTAGE MEASURE DOWNSTREAM
L94VTSG1_ALM can not receive the voltage measurement (upstream 52G) Close the breaker
52G TROUBLE
for the synchronization.
FUSES OR MMCB FAULT FOR SYNC Inspection of the measurement cable.
L94VTSG2_ALM A issue detected on the fuse or MCB
VT'S DOWNSTREAM 52L1&2 Q0xL&T Replace the fuse
NORMAL STOP PAUSED FOR CBV
L94X_S_ALM Normal stop paused for CBV actuation. Verify bleed valve circuit and switch position of bleed valve
ACTUATION
L94XZ_ALM FIRED SHUTDOWN TOO LONG The fired shutdown is too long For information
HEAT VENT TURB COMPT AIR INLET The turbine ventilation is faulty.
L95BT_ALM trouble.
FLOW LOW Motor 88BT_1 and 2 fault
88BT
HEAT VENT TURB COMPT AIR INLET
L95BTL_ALM See alarm : L95BT_ALM See alarm : L95BT_ALM
FLOW VERY LOW

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Rev : A
OPERATION

HEAT VENT DLN COMPT AIR INLET The turbine ventilation is faulty.
L95VL_ALM trouble.
LOW FLOW Motor 88VL_1 and 2 fault
88VL
HEAT VENT DLN COMPT AIR INLET
L95VLL_ALM See alarm : L95VL_ALM See alarm : L95VL_ALM
LOW FLOW CONFIRMED
TROUBLE
GAS FUEL PRESS TRANSMITTERS Gas fuel pressure high. Check the gas fuel system.
L96FGDIFF_AL
DIFF FAILURE Pressure switch fault. Check the pressure switch 63 FG.
Gas fuel pressure high. Check the gas fuel system.
L96FGH_ALM GAS FUEL PRESSURE HIGH
Pressure switch fault. Check the pressure switch 63 FG.
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.
L96FGL_ALM GAS FUEL SUPPLY PRESSURE LOW Leakage. Check for leakage.
Wiring, supply fault. Check the transmitters 96 FG_1.
Transmitter fault. Check the opening of the shutoff valve.
Lube oil mist eliminator high pressure
LUBE OIL MIST ELIM HIGH Leakage. Check for leakage.
L96QV1_ALM
PRESSURE Wiring, supply fault. Check the transmitters 96 QV_1
Transmitter fault.
ATOMIZING AIR AAP4 XDUCER DIFF The spread between the air pressure transmitters 96AA-
LAAP4_SENSR Check the mentioned sensors, wirings or calibration.
FAULT HIGH 4A/B/C is too high.
AA MANIFOLD PRESS XDUCER#A Atomizing air pressure transducer 94AA-4A reading out of
LAAP4AFLT_ALM Check the mentioned sensor, wirings or calibration.
OUT OF RANGE range.
AA MANIFOLD PRESS XDUCER#B Atomizing air pressure transducer 94AA-4A reading out of
LAAP4BFLT_ALM Check the mentioned sensor, wirings or calibration.
OUT OF RANGE range.
AA MANIFOLD PRESS XDUCER#C Atomizing air pressure transducer 94AA-4A reading out of
LAAP4CFLT_ALM Check the mentioned sensor, wirings or calibration.
OUT OF RANGE range.
LOSS OF AA MANIFOLD RATIO Two atomizing air pressure transducers (96AA-4A/B/C) Check the mentioned sensors, check-valves, atomizing air
LAAP4FLT_T
PROTECTION - TRIP readings out of range. system or compressor.

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Rev : A
OPERATION
ATOMIZING AIR PRESSURE HIGH

LAAP4STCK_ALM Atomizing air pressure too high. Start inhibited Check atomizing air system.
START INHIBITED
ATOMIZING AIR PRESS RATIO HIGH
LAAPRH1_ALM Atomizing air pressure ratio High on liquid fuel Check atomizing air system.
ON LIQ FUEL
LAAPRH2_ALM Atomizing air pressure ratio High on gas fuel Check atomizing air system.
ON GAS FUEL
LAAPRH3_ALM Atomizing air pressure ratio High on mixture operation Check atomizing air system.
ON MIXT FUEL
ATOMIZING AIR PRESS RATIO LOW
LAAPRL1_ALM Atomizing air pressure ratio Low on liquid fuel Check atomizing air system, compressor or check-valves.
ON LIQ FUEL
LAAPRL2_ALM Atomizing air pressure ratio Low on gas fuel Check atomizing air system, compressor or check-valves.
ON GAS FUEL
LAAPRL3_ALM Atomizing air pressure ratio low on mixture operation Check atomizing air system, compressor or check-valves.
ON MIXT FUEL
LAAPRTRP_ALM Atomizing air pressure ratio very low on liquid fuel. Check atomizing air system, compressor or check-valves.
LOW TRIP
BAROMETRIC PRESSURE
LAFPAP_SENSR One transducer is out Check transducers
TRANSDUCERS DISAGREE
COMP DISCHARGE XDUCER DIFF
LCPD_SENSR One transducer is out Check transducers
FAULT HIGH
COMP OP LIMIT PROTECTION MAX Inlet heating control valve fault. Check operation of bleed heat control valve.
LCPRERR_ALM
CTRL ERROR Compressor discharge pressure transmitters fault. Check the compressor discharge pressure transmitters.
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
MODE
LDBMD_ON_ALM UNIT READY FOR DEAD BUS MODE Unit ready for dead bus mode Dead bus mode permissive
MEGAWATT TRANSDUCER SIGNAL Check the power transmitter and change it if its fault
LDWATT_ALM Power transmitter fault
TROUBLE Check the electrical circuit
LDWCAL_ALM GAS FUEL SUPPLY PRESSURE LOW Gas fuel supply pressure low Refer to specific chapter
GCV REG AT NULL COMP
LFAGNBA_A The pressure of the transducer is not correct Check GCV 1 valve
AUTHORITY LIMIT
LCV REG AT NULL COMP
LFALNBA_A The pressure of the transducer is not correct Check GCV 2 valve
AUTHORITY LIMIT
INTERVALVE PRESSURE
LFPG2_SENSR Inter-valve pressure transducers disagree Check transmitter settings
TRANSDUCERS DISAGREE

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Rev : A
OPERATION
LFQGUV_ALM FUEL GAS FLOW OUT OF RANGE The fuel gas system is in trouble. Check the fuel gas system and the gas skid.
FLOW DIVIDER FUEL HIGH FLOW
LFQLDIFF_ALM Flow divider fuel high flow difference Check flow divider.
DIFFERENCE
SRV OPEN AT 90 % - RISK OF TRIP
LFSGRH_ALM For information Check the regulated constants.
ON HIGH EXH TEMP
SRV VLV OPEN AT 95 % - XFER TO
LFSGRHH_ALM For information Check the regulated constants.
LIQUID FUEL TEMP.
COMP LIMIT FSR BACKUP CONTROL Check the regulation system.
LFSRCPR_ALM Regulation system fault.
ACTIVE Check operation of bleed heat control valve.
GAS FUEL TEMPERATURE TC Check the thermocouples FT_GI_1, 2 and 3 (connection,
LFTG_ALM Thermocouples fault.
TROUBLE wiring and operation).
FREQUENCY OUT OF LIMIT FOR GC
LGCTESTOF_AL Indication about NGC test For information
TEST. NEED MRST
LNGC_ON_ALM NGC TEST PB ACTIVATED Indication about NGC test For information
GOV TEST ENABLED - SELECT NGC
LNGCPERM_ALM Indication about NGC test For information
DISABLED AFTER TEST
OVERFREQ OPERATION AT MAX Total operating time in over frequency greater
LOF_LIM_ALM Turbine shutdown for boroscopic inspection recommanded
TIME. INSPECTION REQU'D than the allowable limit
LPROFILE_ALM PROFILE TEST PB ACTIVATED Indication about profile test
Check the mechanical status of the motor and the pump.
Motor, pump fault
LQEP2N_ALM DC PUMP ABNORMAL PRESSURE Check the motor supply (fuses, breaker, connection)
Transducer fault
Check transducer
EMERGENCY LO PUMP DISCH Check 4-20mA 96QE-2 transmitter (connections, cables.).
LQEP2NFLT_ALM 4-20mA 96QE-2 fault
PRESS TRANSDUCER FAILURE Replace transmitter if necessary.
Check the lube oil feed and drain piping
The delta temperature between turbine bearings fault
Check turbine bearings and lube oil system
LUBE OIL TEMP BRG DELTA TEMP Turbine bearings fault
LTBRGH_ALM Check thermocouples
HIGH Lube oil fault
Check for leakage
Leakage
Check the correct circulation of the lube oil.
LUBE OIL TEMP BRG DELTA TEMP
LTBRGHH_ALM See alarm : LTBRGH_ALM See alarm : LTBRGH_ALM
HH

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Rev : A
OPERATION
Check the lube oil feed and drain piping

The delta temperature between generator bearings is fault
Check generator bearings and lube oil system
LUBE OIL TEMP GEN BRG DELTA Generator bearings fault
LTGBRGH_ALM Check thermocouples
TEMP HIGH Lube oil fault
Check for leakage
Leakage
Check the correct circulation of the lube oil.
LUBE OIL TEMP GEN BRG DELTA
LTGBRGHH_ALM See alarm : LTGBRGH_ALM See alarm : LTGBRGH_ALM
TEMP H-H
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 lube oil skid (exhauster, heater, pump).
LTTH1_ALM LUBE OIL THERMOCOUPLE #1 FAULT Temperature of lube oil is too high.
Check proper operation of thermocouple
LTTH2_ALM LUBE OIL THERMOCOUPLE #2 FAULT See alarm : LTTH1_ALM See alarm : LTTH1_ALM
LTTH3_ALM LUBE OIL THERMOCOUPLE #3 FAULT See alarm : LTTH1_ALM See alarm : LTTH1_ALM
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.
INJECTION TO FUEL RATIO LOW. If Request injection to fuel ratio signal is greater than
LWLXHR Check the status of the control valve.
HOURLY AVG. Actual injection to fuel ratio signal during hourly average...
FALSE START DRAIN TEMPERATURE
LWWTD1_FLT TC failure or input card failure Check input card and check TC integrity
TC#1 OUT OF RANGE
FALSE START DRAIN TEMPERATURE
LWWTD2_FLT TC failure or input card failure Check input card and check TC integrity
TC#2 OUT OF RANGE
Correct abnormality that caused the operator to push the
R5E_ALM MANUAL TRIP _ REMOTE The emergency stop pushbutton has been pressed.
emergency stop pushbutton.

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BEARING METAL TEMP THRUST Check bearing.

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Check water supply to the atomizing air pre-cooler,

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Check the temperature switch 26 FD_1.

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Check for proper operation of the lube oil tank heaters.

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Check battery charger AC breaker.

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Check the ventilation system of this compartment (power

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Check the mechanical status of the motor and the pump

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Check alarm number in GEH-6721 vol II

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Analyze data for trends. At earliest shutdown, check

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Check the gas skid ventilation system (motors, fans,

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Check the position of the damper

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Check impedance or each vibration detector (open or

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Reduce the load that will be applied to the generator