12. Turbocharger Cleaning
Regular water cleaning of the turbine and the compressor reduces the formation of deposits and extends
the time between overhauls. Fresh water is injected into the turbocharger during operation. Additives,
solvents or salt water must not be used and the cleaning instructions in the operation manual must be
carefully followed.
Regular cleaning of the turbine is not necessary when operating on gas.
12.1 Turbine cleaning system
A dosing unit consisting of a flow meter and an adjustable throttle valve is delivered for each installation.
The dosing unit is installed in the engine room and connected to the engine with a detachable rubber hose.
The rubber hose is connected with quick couplings and the length of the hose is normally 10 m. One dosing
unit can be used for several engines.
Water supply:
Fresh water
0.3 MPa (3 bar)
Min. pressure
2 MPa (20 bar)
Max. pressure
80 °C
Max. temperature
15-30 l/min (depending on cylinder configuration)
Flow
The turbocharges are cleaned one at a time on V-engines.
Figure 12.1
Turbocharger cleaning system (4V76A2937a)
Size
Pipe connections
System components
OD18
Cleaning water to turbine
502
Dosing unit with shut-off valve
01
OD18
Cleaning water to compressor
509
Rubber hose
02
12.2 Compressor cleaning system
The compressor side of the turbocharger is cleaned with the same equipment as the turbine.
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12. Turbocharger Cleaning