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Title: 10-MWe solar-thermal central-receiver pilot plant. Operating and maintenance manual

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/5951081· OSTI ID:5951081

Information required to perform the initial program loading and operation of the Heliostat Array Controller (HAC) is provided. Operating activities are described as required for heliostat control. All computer console command steps, from power up to power down are described. Detailed steps are provided to wake up the system and direct heliostat beams to standby, on target, standby to stow and power down. Maintenance requirements (preventive and corrective), reparability (reparable - non-reparable decisions), spares identification, spares storage location, replacement levels, replacement location and repair location are established. Individual system breakdown block diagrams are provided for each system/assembly/subassembly. Maintenance and repair description sheets are provided for each maintenance significant item. The manual provides support of the following equipment: (a) helostat assembly; (b) heliostat control assembly; and (c) maintenance and installation equipment. The safety requirements for the operating and maintenance functions are established. These procedures will assist in eliminating or controlling the accident potentials caused by human error, environment, or component malfunctions or interactions that could result in major injury or fatality to operating or visiting personnel, or damage to subsystem components or support equipment. These procedures are for normal and test operating conditions and emergency situations, and apply to all Martin Marietta Corporation, governmental, operating and visitor personnel. (LEW)

Research Organization:
Martin Marietta Corp., Denver, CO (USA)
DOE Contract Number:
AC03-79ET21007
OSTI ID:
5951081
Report Number(s):
DOE/ET/21007-T6; ON: DE81029410
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English