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PLANT UNIT

FAN NO. TAG NO.

VARIAX® Instruction

Site:
Customer: L&T MHPS Boilers Pvt Ltd L&T Howden LTH012
Reference: 51006 reference:
Fan type and size: ANT 4144/2240 B
Date: 24 August 2017 Rev.: 01

L&T Howden Pvt Ltd, 12/4, Delhi Mathura Road, NCR Faridabad, Haryana, India - 121003

Tel.: +91 129 4312400

Email: enquiries.lnthowden@lntpower.com
Web: www.Lnthowden.com

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Contents
Transfer / commissioning of Variax® fans 25
1.01 Document purpose 25
1.02 Safety 25
1.03 Inspections during fan erection 25
Test running / commissioning / start-up of Variax® fans 28
1.04 Checklist 28
1.05 Vibration 32
1.06 Lube oil system 34
1.07 Control oil system 35
1.08 Seal air system 35
1.09 Transfer 37

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Transfer / commissioning of Variax® fans

1.01 Document purpose 1
The purpose of this document is to collect the results of all the points which, as specified in the erection
instructions for the Variax ® fan, must be checked during erection and commissioning of the fan, its
subsystems and any other system components.

1.02 Safety
The scope of the delivery covers components which may involve a risk to operation and maintenance
personnel working near or on the components.
Explanation of symbols used:

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
High level of risk.

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
Medium level of risk.

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
Low level of risk.

NOTICE indicates a potentially harmful situation which, if not avoided, may result in
damage of the product itself or of adjacent objects.
Risk of damage to property.

Besides the instructions given in this document, you must follow all generally applicable regulations
concerning accident prevention and safety.

Additional safety precautions are described in Chapter 1.00 of the manuals.

1.03 Inspections during fan erection

CHECK POINT - Indicates a process to be verified. Please refer to the documents in

Chapter 07.00 of the manuals.

L&T performed
in accordance with our instructions and specifications, thus ensuring that the high quality of the product is
maintained and allowing the warranty to apply.
The following erection procedures must be verified:

CHECK POINT - Inspection of welds and penetration testing of gas-tight welds on static
parts. See Erection Instructions in the manual. Welds must be verified by certified
personnel, and welding certificates must be managed by L&T Howden's QA department.

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Document filled in and signed NA

CHECK POINT - Measurement of diffuser.

See Verification Document V213352-9.

CHECK POINT - Measurement of inlet box.

See Verification Document V213353-9.

CHECK POINT - Check alignment of main bearing assembly - single-stage fans.

See Verification Document V213354-9.

CHECK POINT - Check alignment of main bearing assembly - two-stage fans.

See Verification Document V213355-9.

CHECK POINT - Check centring of shaft in sleeve bearing assembly. See

Verification Document V236668-9.

CHECK POINT - Check alignment of static parts, single-stage fans.

See Verification Document V213356-9.

CHECK POINT - Check alignment of static parts, two-stage fans.

See Verification Document V213357-9.

CHECK POINT - Check alignment of coupling.

See Verification Document V213362-9.

CHECK POINT - Presence during installation of hub and blades.

See Verification Document V213358-9.

CHECK POINT - Verification of leakage testing of B-hubs.

See Verification Document V141141-9.

CHECK POINT - Check alignment of hydraulic cylinder.

See Verification Document V213360-9.

CHECK POINT - Check alignment of rotating oil seal.

See Verification Document V213361-9.

CHECK POINT - Measurement of impeller tip clearance.

See Verification Document V213359-9.

CHECK POINT - Calibration of regulating drive assembly.

See Verification Document V213351-9.

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If check points or verification documents are not applicable (single-stage versus two-stage; roller
bearings versus sleeve bearings), they should be noted as NA.

The following must also be checked during erection according to the erection instructions:

Document filled in and signed NA

CHECK POINT - Check connection and function of heating element behind hub
in inner tube of inlet box - only applicable for hot fans (ID fans).

CHECK POINT - Check oil level in hub(s) - only applicable for hot fans (ID fans).

CHECK POINT - Check that the bearings of the regulating drive assembly are
filled with grease.

CHECK POINT - Flush control oil system; check for leaks; check oil level.
Replace filter element.

CHECK POINT - Flush lube oil system; check for leaks; check oil level. Replace
filter element.

CHECK POINT - Check calibration of stall probes.

CHECK POINT - Check seal air installation only applicable for hot fans (ID
fans).

CHECK POINT - Check all electrical connections and instrument function

according to the loop diagram and fan instrument documents in drawing manual.

CHECK POINT - Check that the flexible connections at the inlet box and diffuser
are able to move and can prevent metal-to-metal contact between the fan and
ducts.

CHECK POINT - Check signs. All signs must be visible and positioned outside
the fan insulation.

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Test running / commissioning / start-up of Variax® fans

Before performing test runs, ensure that all instruments used for control, alarm and tripping purposes are
adjusted as described in the Chapter 3 Operating Instructions of O&M Manual / Chapter 4 Trial Run of
rumentation documents.
Fill in the following checklists before performing test runs and/or start-up. Checks must be conducted by a
minimum two people, both of whom must sign the checklist. Besides the check points below, please
follow the supplier's instructions for starting up the main motor, oil cabinet(s) and seal air unit(s).

WARNING - The main motor must not be connected to the power supply if the inspection
hatch in the impeller casing has been removed or if work is to be done through openings in
the static outer parts of the fan or its flexible connections.

WARNING - The main motor must not be connected to the power supply unless the
coupling guard has been fitted.

WARNING - Inspection doors and hatches must not be removed until the rotor is stationary.

WARNING - Close openings in vertical ducts to prevent the risk of falling objects.

WARNING - Do not climb onto the fan or auxiliary equipment without proper safety
equipment, e.g. scaffolding or gantries.

CAUTION - Do not stand on the consoles or supports protruding from the surface.

CAUTION - Use of helmet, hearing protectors and eye protectors is recommended when
standing near the fan local safety regulations must be followed.

CAUTION - Avoid touching regulating parts during operation as there is a risk of crushing.

NOTICE - The inlet area of the inlet box should be kept clear of loose parts, which could be
sucked into the fan.

1.04 Checklist
Used for test running / commissioning / start-up of Variax® fans

Comment
Checked Checked and
CHECK POINT (use an extra sheet of
and OK commented
paper if necessary)
1. AUXILIARY SYSTEMS, ETC.
1.a Lube oil cabinet functional (pumps, heaters See also section 1.06
and coolers individually checked). Lube oil system
1.b Lube oil cabinet, hoses/piping tight.
1.c Control oil (hydraulic oil) cabinet functional See also section 1.07
(pumps, heaters and coolers individually Control oil system
checked).
1.d Control oil (hydraulic oil) cabinet,
hoses/piping tight.

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Comment
Checked Checked and
CHECK POINT (use an extra sheet of
and OK commented
paper if necessary)
1.e All oil hoses in diffuser inner tube free of
contact with metal and other hoses.
1.f Seal air system functional (fans, heaters For ID fans only. See
and instruments individually checked). also section 1.08 Seal
air system
1.g Seal air duct system tight. For ID fans only
1.h Actuator connected to electric power
supply.
1.i Plate for heating elements (behind hub) For ID fans only
correctly bolted to inlet box.
1.j Heating elements behind hub connected to For ID fans only
electric power supply.
1.k Heating element(s) for seal air system For ID fans only
connected to electric power supply.
1.l Brake and braking system functional. According to sub-
supplier's instructions
1.m All cables for instruments and
consumables in inner tubes separated and
placed in cable tray(s).
1.n Seal plates in inner tubes of inlet box and
diffuser correctly positioned and sealed
according to drawings.
1.o Inlet damper functional. According to sub-
supplier's instructions
1.p Outlet damper functional. According to sub-
supplier's instructions
1.q Stall probe(s) installed and tested. According to instructions

1.r Stall warning (fan performance) According to sub-

measurement system insulated. supplier's instructions
1.s All instruments functional and positioned
according to drawings.
1.t Static parts insulated. According to sub-
supplier's instructions
1.u CCW System functional and connected to According to sub-
oil unit. supplier's instructions
1.v Main motor trail run. According to sub-
supplier's instructions

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Comment
Checked Checked and
CHECK POINT (use an extra sheet of
and OK commented
paper if necessary)
2. DUCT SYSTEM
2.a Check that the duct system and fan are
completely clean and free of any foreign
matter (tools, cloths, etc.), which could
damage the fan.
2.b Check that the duct system is free of
people and animals (mice, rats, birds, cats,
etc.).
2.c Check that all inspection doors, hatches
and safety guards have been fitted, sealed
and fastened correctly.
1. Inspection hatch in impeller casing
sealed and bolted.
2. Access door in inner tube of diffuser
sealed and bolted.
3. Inspection door in inlet box sealed and
bolted.
4. Coupling guard assembled according to
erection instructions in the manual.
2.d Check that the flexible connections at the
inlet box and diffuser are able to move and
can prevent metal-to-metal contact
between the fan and ducts.
1. Flexible connections at inlet box -
assembled according to sub-supplier's
instructions.
2. Flexible connections at diffuser -
assembled according to sub-supplier's
instructions.

3. MARKING
3.a Name plate, type plate, etc. visibly
attached.
3.b 1. Name, logo, address. According to Chapter
6.00 in the manuals
2. Order number, fan type, L&T Howden According to Chapter
serial number, fan weight, nominal RPM. 6.00 in the manuals
3.c 1. Warning plate(s) concerning removal of According to Chapter
inspection doors/hatches. 6.00 in the manuals
2. Arrow showing direction of rotation. According to Chapter
6.00 in the manuals
3. Lubrication plate describing lubricant in For sump lubricated MBA
main bearing assembly.

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Comment
Checked Checked and
CHECK POINT (use an extra sheet of
and OK commented
paper if necessary)
4. Text plate with information on operation Only for fans designed
in a potentially explosive environment. especially for such
environments
5. CE marking. If required see Chapter
6.00 in the manuals

Operation and Maintenance Manual Done Not done

4. O&M MANUAL
4.a 1. Introduce plant operating personnel to See also
L&T Howden instructions for sections 1.06 1.07
commissioning/start-up of Variax® fans, and 1.08.
including health and safety instructions.
2. Introduce plant maintenance personnel
to L&T Howden maintenance instructions,
including health and safety instructions.

Date Contractor L&T Howden Pvt Ltd

Date Customer

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1.05 Vibration

Checklist for Variax® single-stage fan (ANN)

X = Horizontal Y = Vertical Z = Axial
VIBRATION - ANN Add initials
Date Description X Y Z Contractor Customer Howden
Vibration, motor
disconnected.
Vibration, fan
connected
Vibration, motor
connected
Balancing
1. Test run mm/s Angle: °
2. Test weight gram Angle: °
3. Unbalance test run, including test
mm/s Angle: °
weight, regulating hub
4. Calculated final weight, regulating
° angle
hub
Speed Overall
Vibration level X Y V µm
(mm/s) (mm/s)
Casing
Non-locating bearing
Locating bearing.
Regulating shaft
Motor, at coupling
Motor, at rear bearing
Test run, date: Duration Blade angle ° %
General information
Measuring equipment (e.g. Shenck Vibrotest 60)
Pick-up type (accelerometer)
Was vibration level measured as 'buffered output'? Yes No
Comments
Done by: Initials Date: dd/mm yyyy

Date Contractor L&T Howden Pvt Ltd

Date Customer

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Checklist for Variax two-stage fan (ANT)
X = Horizontal Y = Vertical Z = Axial
VIBRATION - ANT Add initials
Date Description X Y Z Contractor Customer Howden
Vibration, motor
disconnected
Vibration, fan
connected
Vibration, motor
connected
Balancing
Drive: mm/s Angle: °
1. Test run
Reg.: mm/s Angle: °
2. Test weight affixed to drive hub gram Angle: °
Drive: mm/s Angle: °
3. Unbalance test run
Reg.: mm/s Angle: °
4. Test weight affixed to regulating hub gram Angle: °
Drive: mm/s Angle: °
5. Unbalance test run
Reg.: mm/s Angle: °
Drive: gram Angle: °
6. Final weight
Reg.: gram Angle: °
Speed Overall
Vibration level X Y Z µm
(mm/s) (mm/s)
Casing, driving end
Casing, regulating end
Non-locating bearing
Locating bearing
Regulating shaft
Motor, at coupling
Motor, at rear bearing
Test run, date Duration Blade angle ° %
General information
Measuring equipment (e.g. Shenck Vibrotest 60)
Pick-up type (accelerometer)
Was vibration level measured as 'buffered output'? Yes No
Comments
Done by: Initials Date: dd/mm yyyy

Date Contractor L&T Howden Pvt Ltd

Date Customer

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1.06 Lube oil system

NA

Oil temperature in oil tank, measured by tank

_________ °C / °F
thermometer:

Oil temperature in lube oil pipe behind oil filter, measured

_________ °C / °F
by thermometer:

_________ kPa / Psi

filter:
_________ kPa / Psi

Jacking oil pressure

_________ kPa / Psi
(only applicable for fans with sleeve bearings):

Oil flow to main bearing assembly measuring device 1:

______ l/min / gal/min

Oil flow to main bearing assembly measuring device 2:

______ l/min / gal/min

Oil flow to main bearing assembly measuring device 3:

______ l/min / gal/min

Oil flow to main bearing assembly measuring device 4:

______ l/min / gal/min

Oil flow to main bearing assembly measuring device 5:

______ l/min / gal/min

Oil flow to main bearing assembly measuring device 6:

______ l/min / gal/min

Jacking oil flow to main bearing assembly measuring

______ l/min / gal/min
device 1:

Jacking oil flow to main bearing assembly measuring

______ l/min / gal/min
device 2:

Oil flow to main motor bearings measuring device 1:

______ l/min / gal/min

Oil flow to main motor bearings measuring device 2:

______ l/min / gal/min

Oil level, incl. setpoint(s), checked according to Fan

Chapter 3 Operating Instructions of O&M Manual /
Chapter 4 trial Run of I&C Manual:

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1.07 Control oil system

NA

Oil temperature in oil tank, measured by tank

_________ °C / °F
thermometer:

Neutral oil pressure, measured by local pressure gauge in

_________ kPa / Psi
oil cabinet:

Oil level, incl. setpoint(s), checked according to Fan

Chapter 3 Operating Instructions of O&M Manual /
Chapter 4 trial Run of I&C Manual:

1.08 Seal air system

Seal air for diffuser

Differential pressure at standstill

_________Pa / InWG

Differential pressure during operation

_________Pa / InWG

Seal air for intermediate section

Differential pressure at standstill

_________Pa / InWG

Differential pressure during operation

_________Pa / InWG

Seal air for inlet box

Differential pressure at standstill

_________Pa / InWG

Differential pressure during operation

_________Pa / InWG

Date Contractor L&T Howden Pvt Ltd

Date Customer

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COMMENTS

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1.09 Transfer

Date
L&T Howden Pvt Ltd hereby transfers to

Customer order no.

dated
Plant
Application
Fan type/serial no.
/
L&T Howden Pvt Ltd order no.

The fan and associated auxiliary equipment is released for operation. Instruments for control, alarm and tripping
Chapter 3 Operating Instructions of O&M Manual /
Chapter 4 Trial Run of I&C Manual documents.

The fan has been installed and test run for 8 to 10 hours, and the following measuring results were obtained:

TEMPERATURE VIBRATION MM/SEC

°C X direction Y direction Z direction

NON-LOCATING BEARING

LOCATING BEARING

THRUST BEARING

CASING

MOTOR, COUPLING BEARING

MOTOR, REAR BEARING

The customer hereby accepts delivery in accordance with the contract.

Comments

On behalf of L&T Howden Pvt Ltd On behalf of the customer

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Notes:

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