GEK 72270B

Revised, July 1988

Last Reviewed, October 2003

GE Power Systems

Turbine Rotor Runout Checks

I. GENERAL

Compliance with the proper rotor runout check procedures is a necessary requirement in the preventative
maintenance of the turbine unit. This data is needed not only to assure that corrective action is taken where neces-
sary, but the data also can serve to establish a data base to detect any long term bowing tendencies in the respective
rotors. The objective is to reduce the possibility of extended or forced outages and to ensure operation with consis-
tently low vibration levels.

II. MAINTENANCE

A. RECOMMENDATIONS

Rotor runout procedure indicated below should be utilized at each inspection outage on any turbine rotor
runout check. Turbine rotor runout checks should be taken whether or not there are any suspected problems.

In order to avoid extending the outage, the data should be taken as soon as the turbine unit is opened for the
maintenance inspection. The data can be taken while the rotor is still in the turbine bearings or in a lathe. The in
place method is normally recommended in order to obtain the data early in the outage and to avoid transporting
rotors unnecessarily.

Because the techniques for obtaining accurate data are somewhat sensitive, particularly with the rotors in
place, it is recommended that General Electric Technical Direction be used during the taking of the data. This data
should be transmitted through General Electric to the factory as early as possible to allow sufficient time to make
Engineering recommendations and complete any necessary work without extending the outage.

III. PROCEDURE

The following is the proper procedure for making turbine rotor runout checks:

A. All runout data should be reported on form sheets shown in Figures 1 and 2.

These instructions do not purport to cover all details or variations in equipment nor to provide for every possible
contingency to be met in connection with installation, operation or maintenance. Should further information be desired or
should particular problems arise which are not covered sufficiently for the purchasers purposes the matter should be
referred to the GE Company.
1988 GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY
GEK 72270B Turbine Rotor Runout Checks

Turbine Rotor and Shaft

InService Coupling Runout Form

Customer:

TB. No.:

Dwg. No.:

Forging Serial No: Cross Out To Describe:

CW/CCW Viewed Toward Generator
Check Type: HP HPIP IP IPLP
Which is at HP/LP End Of Turbine
LP: A B C

TURBINE ROTOR/SHAFT RADIAL RUNOUT CHECKS

Check which end of TB

rotor is at face plate GEN

Describe location of TB. END

supports GEN END
Position Number
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Comments
Area Indicated 0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315

(Tolerance for radial runout is one (1) mil (0.025 mm) TIR except
between wheels which is two (2) (0.051 mm) mils TIR)

Data Taken By Date GE Representative Date

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Turbine Rotor Runout Checks GEK 72270B

Turbine Rotor and Shaft InService

Coupling Runout Form (Continued)
NOTES
(1) For radial runouts set indicator to read 0 at the high point of the runout.
(2) Mark the faceplate with the consecutive numbers 1 thru 8 with a 45 space between each number. The
direction of the marking depends on which end of the rotor is at the faceplate. When the rotor is as-
sembled in the lathe the number 1 point should line up with zero degrees on the rotor and the number
3 point should line up with 90 on the rotor.
Cross Out To Describe:
Check Type: HP HPIP IP IPLP
CW/CCW Viewed Toward Generator
LP: A B C Which Is At HP/LP End of Turbine

COUPLING RUNOUT CHECKS

(For flatness check & Maintenance Inspection Recommendations see Rotor
Check which coupling Coupling Section of Instruction Book)
Turbine End Position Number
Generator End 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Area Indicated Tolerance 0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315 Comments

TE Journal 1 mil (0.025 mm) TIR*

GE Journal 1 mil (0.025 mm) TIR

Cplg. Periphery (A)
1 mil (0.025 mm) TIR
Cplg. Bolt Face (B)
0.5 mil (0.013 mm)TIR
Cplg. Back Face (C)
0.5 mil (0.013 mm)TIR
Cplg. Rabbet (D) T W J **

Cplg. Hub Dia. (E) TWJ

Thrust Runout Check

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Area Indicated Tolerance 0 45 90 135 180 225 270 315 Comments
Thrust Face 1 mil (0.025 mm) TIR
(inboard)
Thrust Face 1 mil (0.025 mm) TIR
(outboard)

Coupling Dimensional Check

Location Actual Comments

Cplg. Rabbet Dia. (D)

Cplg. Rabbet Depth (F)

Cplg. Face Flatness (B)

* (TIR) Total Indicated Runout
** (TWJ) True With Journal Figure 2.

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 GEK 72270B Turbine Rotor Runout Checks

B. ROTOR IN MACHINE

When runout data is taken on a rotor in its bearings, the rotor should be turned until consistent
readings are obtained. If the rotor is hot this may require 3 or 4 hours before consistent readings are ob-
tained. Mark position number to line up with the degree stamping as shown on Figures 1 and 2.

C. ROTOR IN LATHE

1. Rotate rotor until consistent readings are obtained.

2. Mark face plate with consecutive numbers 1 through 8 as described in Figure 1.

3. If the rotor is set on centers in the lathe like we do in the factory, temporary jacks or steady rests should
be set near the ends of rotor for safety purposes. They should not touch or support the rotor during the
runout check. Steady rests should be used for machining operations.

4. The areas where runout checks are to be made should be straplapped using 50 or 60 grit emery paper
to obtain a satisfactory surface for the indicator.

5. The dial indicator should be mounted on the horizontal and should be set to read zero at the high spot
of the particular location where the runout data is to be taken. All other readings at this location will
be either zero or negative.

6. The number of points along the rotor to be indicated depends on the condition of the rotor. If the rotor
is straight, it will be sufficient to report the runout of both journals and about five spots along the body
of the rotor. However, if the rotor is bowed the accuracy in locating the extent of the bow depends upon
the number of points checked axially along the rotor. The greater number of points will result in a more
accurate plot of the runout. It is important to select some points on the outboard ends of the journals
as well as points along the body of the rotor. In addition to the radial runout check along the body of
the rotor a complete check of the coupling and thrust faces should be made following the format given
on Figure 2.

7. After the eight (8) point check is recorded on Figures 1 and 2, it should be reviewed with the local Gen-
eral Electric representative.

8. The local General Electric representative will then determine if machining instructions are necessary.

9. If problems are encountered during setup of the rotor or in taking readings, your local General Electric
representative should be contacted.

GE Power Systems

General Electric Company

One River Road, Schenectady, NY 12345
518 385 2211 TX: 145354
Rev. B (7/88)