Turbine Package Operators Manual
Chapter 1
Turbine Package System Overview
1-21
Ignition System
Introduction
During the start up cycle, a high-energy pulse spark from the ignition system is used to ignite the
combustion chamber air/fuel mixture.
General Description
The ignition system consists of a high-energy spark generator mounted in the underbase, with
each combustor flame tube having its own igniter assembly (IG1 to IG6), which is permanently
fixed. The units are connected with high-tension leads enclosed in an armored conduit.
High Energy Spark Generator
The high-energy spark generator is a capacitor discharge system encapsulated within a steel
enclosure with appropriate supply and high-tension terminations.
