Operasi Sistem Air Auxiliar ACW
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Didukung oleh AIThe ACWP operational logic is effective in preventing malfunctions by ensuring all pre-start conditions and operational parameters are met. This includes verifying normal flow levels, electric and mechanical conditions, and valve positions before starting. By requiring these statuses, the system predicts and prevents potential faults that could cause trips, thereby minimizing downtime and maintaining continuous system operations .
The Auxiliary Water System mainly functions to circulate seawater as a coolant in the Heat Exchanger Close Cooling Water System and the Heat Exchanger Bottom Ash systems. The cooled water, after use, is directed towards the outlet of the CWP to be returned to the sea. Additionally, it supplies the chlorination plant system and is used for the initial filling of the Circulating Water System .
Effective implementation and monitoring of the cathodic protection system involve regular inspections to assess the condition of sacrificial anodes. Monitoring focuses on ensuring that anodes are replaced timely, particularly when they are over 50% consumed in the first year of their two-year lifespan, to continue controlling the corrosion rate on the CCWHE. This proactive replacement policy prevents unexpected system failures due to corrosion .
In the event of an ACWP trip, it is critical to immediately start the stand-by ACWP according to the standard operating procedure to maintain continuous operations. This is essential because a trip can reduce the seawater supply to critical systems like the Heat Exchanger, Ash Handling Booster Pump, and the Chlorination Plant, potentially leading to their trip if flow becomes too low. The steps involve confirming seawater flow to the operating Heat Exchanger, visually inspecting the motor for issues, and ensuring no electrical or mechanical obstructions. By promptly addressing these concerns, the risk of operational disruption is minimized .
An ACWP trip can be caused by closed Isolation Valves at the Inlet or Outlet of the Cooling Heat Exchanger, motor overload, limit switch issues, mechanical obstructions, or electrical problems. Such a trip can drastically affect operations by causing low flow of seawater to the Heat Exchanger, which in turn affects the Ash Handling Booster Pump and the Chlorination Plant, risking their trips and leading to significant operational downtime .
The Auxiliary Water System incorporates various valves, including Solenoid Valves, Movement Operated Valves (MOV), non-return valves, Vent Valves, Inlet, and Discharge Valves. Solenoid Valves are used for controlling the Bearing Cooling Water, ensuring correct flow. MOVs and non-return valves prevent backflow and are essential for maintaining fluid direction and pressure. Vent Valves are used for system purging during startup. Collectively, these valves control and direct flow through the system, significantly contributing to its operational integrity and efficiency .
Before starting the Auxiliary Cooling Water Pumps (ACWP), several prerequisites must be verified: the Screening Plant should be ready for operation, the Breaker for the 380 V Outlet valve ACW should be on, the 380 V Breaker for ACWP A/B/C should be in rack-in position and in good condition according to Megger. Additionally, there should be a flow in the seal water service, the Bearing Motor's lubrication system should be normal, all drain valves on the ACWP A/B/C system must be closed, and the CCWHE should be operating normally on both sides .
The logic sequence for starting the Auxiliary Cooling Water Pumps involves ensuring that the starting conditions or permissive signals are normal: this includes having the CWP Drum Screen operational, sufficient ACWP Seal Water Flow, and normal levels in the Aux CW Return line. Additionally, the CW Circuit Filling line valve must be closed, and all necessary inlet and outlet valves for the CCW Coolers A and B must be open. These pre-start checks ensure the system is ready for safe startup and operational reliability .
The seawater-facing metallic components are protected from corrosion through Galvanic Cathodic Protection, utilizing eight sacrificial anodes made of BAC-Zinc Alloy. These anodes are strategically placed, with four per side of the water box in the CCWHE. Regular maintenance involves monitoring their utilization rate, where any anode that is more than 50% consumed within the first year should be replaced, despite a typical lifetime of two years .
The Auxiliary Water System is equipped with three 50% pumps, each designed as a vertical single-stage mixed flow pump. This configuration, with multiple pumps, allows for redundancy and reliability as it ensures that even if one pump fails, the other two can maintain operation. The design also includes MOV and non-return valves on the discharge side of each pump, which protect against backflow and ensure efficient system operation .