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Periodic maintenance
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HZTL4033_EN
Revision A
July 2016
6.5
Cleaning turbine and nozzle ring
6.5.1
Introduction
Approval by enginebuilder
These instructions for wet cleaning only apply to cleaning with pure water and under the pre-
condition that the enginebuilder approves the process.
General
The combustion of heavy fuel oil (HFO) has the effect of contaminating the turbine stage
(turbine wheel and nozzle ring).
The use of fuels with poor quality in conjunction with high exhaust gas temperatures can lead
to extremely hard deposits on turbine components.
ABB Turbo Systems recommends the use of fuels with low ash, sulphur, sodium and vanadi-
um contents.
Consequences of contamination:
Low turbine efficiency
Elevated exhaust gas temperatures
Increased charging and ignition pressures with increasing turbocharger speed
Lower engine performance
Rotor sticking after stopping the engine
Periodic cleaning of the turbines during operation prevents or delays any major increase in
contamination, but never replaces the regular service procedures where the turbocharger is
completely dismantled and mechanically cleaned.
6.5.2
Cleaning interval
The time period between the periodical cleaning cycles depends greatly on the operating con-
ditions. Cleaning should normally be done every 50 ... 200 hours of operation.
If the specified cleaning intervals are incompatible with the operation of the engine, contact
ABB Turbo Systems.
