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LS2100 Static Starter Control

Installation and Startup
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Contents
Chapter 1 Overview 1-1
Introduction ............................................................................................................................1-1
How to Use This Document....................................................................................................1-3
Structure of the Document........................................................................................1-3
Text Conventions .....................................................................................................1-4
How to Get Help.....................................................................................................................1-4
Equipment Covered ................................................................................................................1-5
Related Documents.................................................................................................................1-6
Document Distribution .............................................................................................1-7
Acronyms and Abbreviations .................................................................................................1-7
Chapter 2 Installation Planning 2-1
Introduction ............................................................................................................................2-1
Installation Support.................................................................................................................2-2
Early Planning ..........................................................................................................2-2
GE Installation Documents.......................................................................................2-2
As-Shipped Drawings...............................................................................................2-2
Technical Advisory Options.....................................................................................2-3
Siting LS2100 Equipment.......................................................................................................2-5
Operating Environment ............................................................................................2-5
Equipment Clearances ..............................................................................................2-6
Cable and Conduit Routing and Schedules ..............................................................2-6
Chapter 3 Handling and Mounting Guidelines 3-1
Introduction ............................................................................................................................3-1
Static Starter Handling Procedures .........................................................................................3-2
Lifting.......................................................................................................................3-2
Moving .....................................................................................................................3-3
Unpacking ................................................................................................................3-3
Mounting ................................................................................................................................3-4
Connecting the Grounds ...........................................................................................3-4
Securing the Static Starter Lineup to the Floor.........................................................3-4
Heat Exchanger Installation....................................................................................................3-5
Overview ..................................................................................................................3-5
Materials...................................................................................................................3-5
Cleaning ...................................................................................................................3-5
Flushing....................................................................................................................3-5
Stress Relief..............................................................................................................3-5
Allowable Pressure Drop..........................................................................................3-6
Heat Exchanger Elevation ........................................................................................3-6
Drain-Back Provision ...............................................................................................3-6
General Mechanical Provisions ................................................................................3-7
Liquid-to-Air Heat Exchanger Option......................................................................3-7
Liquid-to-Liquid Exchanger Option.........................................................................3-7
GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup Contents • i

Chapter 4 Cabling and Connections 4-1
Introduction ............................................................................................................................4-1
Static Starter Connections.......................................................................................................4-2
Grounding, Shielding and Cable Entry...................................................................................4-7
Shielding...................................................................................................................4-7
Cable Entry...............................................................................................................4-7
Control Power.......................................................................................................................4-10
Converter Power ...................................................................................................................4-10
Signal and Communications Cabling Guidelines .................................................................4-14
VersaMax Micro PLC ............................................................................................4-14
Data Highway.........................................................................................................4-16
PC Interface............................................................................................................4-17
Cabling Guidelines ...............................................................................................................4-17
Preventing Cable Damage ......................................................................................4-17
Installing Power Cable ...........................................................................................4-17
Installing Signal and Communications Cable.........................................................4-18
Chapter 5 Pre-Power On Installation Checks 5-1
Introduction ............................................................................................................................5-1
Equipment/Material Needed ...................................................................................................5-2
Securing the Equipment for Safety .........................................................................................5-2
Hardware Checks....................................................................................................................5-3
Initial Checks and Setup...........................................................................................5-5
Meggar Test..............................................................................................................5-5
Chapter 6 Initial Startup and Commissioning 6-1
Introduction ............................................................................................................................6-1
Before Beginning....................................................................................................................6-2
Order of Startup........................................................................................................6-2
Information Needed..................................................................................................6-2
Equipment/Material Needed.....................................................................................6-3
Panel Heaters ..........................................................................................................................6-7
Auxiliary Power Checkout .......................................................................................6-7
Control Transformer Secondary ...............................................................................6-8
Electronic Power Supply ..........................................................................................6-8
Load Bridge Current Sensor Power Supply..............................................................6-9
Cooling System Startup Procedure .......................................................................................6-10
Repeat Meggar Test..............................................................................................................6-13
Set Overcurrent Level...........................................................................................................6-15
Using the Static Starter Configuration Tools........................................................................6-16
Using Toolbox Online Help ...................................................................................6-16
Using the Toolbox ..................................................................................................6-17
Checking the Keypad............................................................................................................6-18
Adjusting Keypad Display Contrast .......................................................................6-19
Commissioning the Static Starter..........................................................................................6-20
Overview of LS2100 Parameters............................................................................6-20
Bridge Check and Setup .......................................................................................................6-22
Current Feedback Burden Resistor Value ..............................................................6-22
Shorted SCRs .........................................................................................................6-22
SCR Gate Test ........................................................................................................6-22
Null Dc Offset at Reconstructed Flux Testpoints ..................................................6-26
Source No Load Full Voltage Checkout.................................................................6-28
Load Control Check ...............................................................................................6-30
EX2100 Excitation Control Interface Checks.......................................................................6-32
Crowbar Test ........................................................................................................................6-33
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Phase Sequence Test.............................................................................................................6-35
Checks with the Machine Running .......................................................................................6-36
Initial Checks and Setup.........................................................................................6-36
Start and Run the Generator ...................................................................................6-38
Load Flux Feedback Check ....................................................................................6-40
Keypad Display Readings ......................................................................................6-40
Control Start .........................................................................................................................6-41
Chapter 7 Changeover I/O Configuration 7-1
Introduction ............................................................................................................................7-1
System Overview....................................................................................................................7-2
VersaMax I/O EBI001 Network Interface Unit (NIU) Configuration ....................................7-3
Location of the NIU and the VersaMax I/O modules (GFK-1504H) .......................7-4
Hardware Configuration Files ..................................................................................7-4
Appendix A Understanding Equipment Drawings A-1
Introduction ...........................................................................................................................A-1
Data Nameplate .....................................................................................................................A-2
Identifying the Equipment .....................................................................................................A-3
Equipment Catalog Number ....................................................................................A-3
Drawing Numbers..................................................................................................................A-4
Outline Drawings...................................................................................................................A-4
Panel Drawings......................................................................................................................A-4
Elementary Diagrams ............................................................................................................A-5
Equipment Reference Information ..........................................................................A-5
Elementary Drawing Number..................................................................................A-5
Wire Number Identification.....................................................................................A-5
Conventions Used with Other Equipment .............................................................................A-6
Appendix B Cable Separation and Routing B-1
Introduction ........................................................................................................................... B-1
Low-Level Signals (Level L)................................................................................................. B-2
Medium-Level Signals (Level M) ......................................................................................... B-2
High-Level Signals (Level H)................................................................................................ B-2
Power (Level P) ..................................................................................................................... B-2
Class Codes............................................................................................................................ B-2
Cableway Spacing Guidelines ............................................................................................... B-3
General Cableway Spacing...................................................................................... B-3
Tray/Tray Spacing ................................................................................................... B-4
Tray/Conduit Spacing.............................................................................................. B-4
Conduit/Conduit Spacing ........................................................................................ B-5
GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup Contents • iii

Appendix C Installing Fiber-Optic Cable C-1
Introduction ........................................................................................................................... C-1
Cable Characteristics ............................................................................................................. C-2
Cable Construction .................................................................................................. C-2
Data Integrity........................................................................................................... C-2
Causes of Cable Damage......................................................................................... C-2
Handling Guidelines .............................................................................................................. C-3
Environmental Guidelines ..................................................................................................... C-4
Cable Assembly ..................................................................................................................... C-5
Tools and Materials ................................................................................................. C-5
Attaching a Connector............................................................................................. C-6
Polishing Fiber Ends................................................................................................ C-8
Inspecting Fiber Ends ............................................................................................................ C-9
Connecting Fiber-Optic Cable to Modules .......................................................................... C-11
Glossary of Terms G-1
Index I-9
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Chapter 1 Overview
Introduction
This document is an installation and startup guide for the LS2100 Static Starter
Control (LS2100). It assumes the following:
• All receiving, handling and storage procedures were strictly followed, as defined
in document GEI-100256.
• You are ready to move the static starter(s) to the installation site.
• The installation site was previously prepared and cables run per GE
specifications, and all necessary system parts are at the site.
Additionally, these instructions require that the user:
• Be adequately trained to thoroughly understand and strictly follow all safety
procedures necessary for working with and around high voltages.
• Know the physical and electrical requirements of installing high voltage
equipment.
• Understand the theory of static starter operation.
• Be experienced in using the LS2100 configuration software (the GE Control
System Toolbox).
• Understand the structure and conventions of this document in order to follow the
instructions exactly as required. The document is organized in the order required
for installing and starting the static starter (see How to Use This Document).
Chapter 1 provides a document overview.
Section Page
How to Use This Document .....................................................................................1-4
Document Structure ...................................................................................1-4
Text Conventions .......................................................................................1-5
How to Get Help.......................................................................................................1-5
Equipment Covered ..................................................................................................1-6
Related Documents...................................................................................................1-7
Document Distribution...............................................................................1-8
Acronyms and Abbreviations ...................................................................................1-8
GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup Chapter 1 Overview • 1-1

8.5 MVA LS2100 Static Starter Control
8.5 MVA LS2100 Static Starter Power Conversion Cabinet
1-2 • Chapter 1 Overview GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup

14 MVA LS2100 Static Starter Control Lineup
Source Bridge Load Bridge
14 MVA LS2100 Static Starter Control Power Conversion Cabinet

How to Use This Document
Document Structure
GE recommends that a Sections of related procedures are presented in the order that they should be
detailed installation log be followed (see figure below).
maintained for the static
Appendices provide reference information, as follows:
starter to document
completed installation steps. • Appendix A, Understanding Equipment Drawings
• Appendix B, Cable Separation and Routing
• Appendix C, Installing Fiber-Optic Cable
For an exact outline of the document’s organization, refer to the Table of Contents.
Start Installation site ready,

Procedures drawings & documents on
hand, all site parts present
Move static starter Chapter 2,

to installation site Installation
and install it. Planning
Installation
Mount and install Chapter 3,

external devices Handling and
Mounting Guidelines
Connect cables
Chapter 4,
& I/O wiring
Cabling and
Connections
Verify correct
functioning of Chapter 5,
connected devices Pre-power On
Startup
Installation Checks
(power, I/O)
Apply power, start Chapter 6,

Initial Startup and
toolbox, run checks
Commissioning
End of
Procedures
Document Flow

Text Conventions
Convention Meaning
¾ A procedure follows.
Numbered list Procedural steps to be followed in order (for example,
1, 2, 3).
Alphabetized list Procedural substeps (of numbered steps) to be
followed in order (for example, a, b, c).
Bulleted (•) list Related items or procedures, but order does not
matter.
A procedure with only one step.
Boxed () list A checklist.
Arial Bold When describing software, indicates the actual
command or option that is chosen from a menu or
dialog box.
Monospace Represents examples of screen text or words and
characters that are typed in a text box or at the
command prompt.
How to Get Help

If help is needed beyond the instructions provided in the static starter system
documentation, contact GE as follows:
“+” indicates the GE Energy
international access code Post Sales Service
required when calling from 1501 Roanoke Blvd.
outside the USA. Salem, VA 24153-6492 USA
Phone: 1 800 533 5885, United States)
+ 1 540 378 3280 (International)
Fax: + 1 540 387 8606 (All)

Equipment Covered
In this document, the term A static starter is one or two power conversion modules (PCMs) located in bridge
“static starter” refers to the cabinets, a control cabinet, and a pump cabinet. The available static starter sizes are
LS2100 Static Starter. as follows:
Number Conversion Control Pump Total Number

Rating of PCMs Cabinets Cabinets Cabinets of Cabinets
8.5 MVA 1 1 1 1 3
14 MVA 2 2 1 1 4
Pump Cabinet
Source Power Load Power

Conversion Conversion
Cabinet Cabinet
Control Cabinet
Top view of 14 MVA System
Pump Cabinet
Power Conversion
Cabinet
Control Cabinet
Top view of 8.5 MVA System

Related Documents
If needed for supplementary information, refer to the following LS2100 product
documents.
Related Documents
Subject Document Content

Installation and Startup GEH-6678 Functional description, technical data, customer I/O connections,
Guide keypad (DDI) overview, initial startup procedures
User Guide GEH-6679 Operational description, full keypad (DDI) information, printed wiring
board overview, other information to help the user operate the
LS2100
LS2100 Receiving, GEI-100256 Procedures, precautions, and environmental requirements for
Handling and Storage receiving the static starter from the shipper and storing it before
installation
LS2100 Maintenance, Parts GEH-6680 Preventive maintenance, online maintenance, component
Replacement and replacement, fault list, and troubleshooting information
Troubleshooting Guide
Printed wiring boards See Table 1-1 Table of printed wiring boards used in the LS2100, their location, part
number, and document number (for complete information)
GE Control System Toolbox GEH-6415 How to use the toolbox and options for configuring an LS2100
for Configuring an LS2100
Trend Recorder GEH-6408 How to use the Trend Recorder feature of the toolbox, including how
to record graphical views of signals
Printed Wiring Board Reference
Catalog (Part)
Number Board/Module Description Document
DS200ADMA Analog to Digital Module Daughterboard GEI-100218
DS200DDTB Main I/O Board GEI-100219
DS200DSPC Digital Signal Processor Board GEI-100220
DS200FCGD Bridge Interface Board GEI-100221
DS200FCSA Current Feedback Board GEI-100222
DS200FGPA Gate Pulse Amplifier Board GEI-100223
DS200FHVA High Voltage Gate Interface Board GEI-100224
IS200FHVB High Voltage Gate Interface Board GEI-100530
DS200NATO Voltage Feedback Board GEI-100225
DS200UCVx Unit Controller Board GEH-6679
DS200VPBL P2 Backplane Board GEI-100227

Document Distribution
GE Energy supplies product documents to its customers to support the equipment
provided for each requisition. The contract documents define the terms of the
document distribution. If provided (per contract), the following documents contain
requisition information about the static starter system.
• Requisition drawings, including outline and elementary diagrams
• Renewal Parts listing
Note If differences exist between the general product documentation and the
requisition documentation, the requisition documentation should be considered the
more exact representation of your equipment or system configuration.
Acronyms and Abbreviations

Term Description Term Description
ADMA Anolog to Digital Daughter Board LAN local area network
CCOM control common LCI Load Commutated Inverter
CT current transformer LED light-emitting diode
dc direct current level H high-level signal
DCOM digital common level H(S) high-level signal, special handling
DDI Diagnostic Interface (keypad) level L low-level signal
DDTB Auxiliary I/O Terminal Board level M medium-level signal
DSPC Digital Signal Processor Board level P power signal
FCGD Bridge Interface Board level P(S) power signal, special handling
FCSA Current Feedback Board m meters
FGPA Gate Pulse Amplfier Board max maximum
FHVA High Voltage Gate Interface Board min minimum
FHVB High Voltage Gate Interface Board NATO Voltage Feedback Board
Ft foot, feet NEC National Electrical Code
ft-lbs foot-pounds (torque) OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Act
ft/min feet per minute PC Personal Computer
GE General Electric Company PCM Power Conversion Module
GPA Gate Pulse Amplifier PLC programmable logic controller
kg kilograms SCR silicon-controlled rectifier
HMI Human Machine Interface SHCOM shield common
in. inch(es) UCVx Unit Controller Board
in-lbs inch-pounds (torque) V ac volts ac (alternating current)
I/O input and output VAR volt amperes reactive
V dc volts dc (direct current)
VBPL Backplane Board

Chapter 2 Installation Planning
Introduction
This chapter discusses installation planning and requirements for the LS2100 Static
Starter control system. Specific topics include GE installation support, siting the
equipment, and environmental requirements.
Before installation, consult and study all furnished drawings. These should include
outline drawings, elementary diagram, connection diagrams, and a summary of the
equipment.
This chapter is organized as follows:
Section Page
Installation Support ..................................................................................................2-2
Early Planning............................................................................................2-2
GE Installation Documents ........................................................................2-2
As-Shipped Drawings ................................................................................2-2
Technical Advisory Options.......................................................................2-3
Siting LS2100 Equipment ........................................................................................2-5
Operating Environment ..............................................................................2-5
Equipment Clearances................................................................................2-6
Cable and Conduit Routing and Schedules ................................................2-6
GEH-6678G Installation and Startup Chapter 2 Installation Planning • 2-1

Installation Support
GE’s system warranty provisions require both quality installation and that a qualified
service engineer be present at the initial equipment startup. To assist the customer,
GE offers both standard and optional installation support. Standard support consists
of documents that define and detail installation requirements. Optional support is
typically the advisory services that the customer may purchase.
Early Planning
To help ensure a fast and accurate exchange of data, a planning meeting among all
parties is recommended. This meeting must include the customer’s project
management and construction engineering representatives as well as local GE
service personnel. It should accomplish the following:
• Familiarize the customer and construction engineers with the equipment.
• Set up a direct communication path between GE and the party making the
customer’s installation drawings.
• Determine a drawing distribution schedule that meets construction and
installation needs.
• Establish working procedures and lines of communication for drawing
distribution.
GE Installation Documents
Installation documents consist of both general and requisition-specific information.
The cycle time and the project size determine the quantity and level of
documentation provided to the customer.
General information, such as this manual, provides product-specific guidelines for
the equipment. They are intended as supplements to the requisition-specific
information.
Requisition documents, such as outline drawings and elementary diagrams; provide
data specific to a custom application. Therefore, they reflect the customer’s specific
installation needs and should be used as the primary data source.
As-Shipped Drawings
These drawings include changes made during manufacturing and test. They are
issued when the equipment is ready to ship. As Shipped drawings consist primarily of
elementary diagrams revised to incorporate any revisions or changes made during
manufacture and test.
Revisions made after the equipment ships, but before start of installation, are sent as
a Field Change, with the changes circled and dated.
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Technical Advisory Options
To assist the customer, GE Energy offers the optional technical advisory services of
field engineers for:
• Review of customer’s installation plan
• Installation support
These services are not normally included as installation support or in basic startup
and commissioning services (see Figure 2-1). GE presents installation support
options to the customer during the contract negotiation phase.
Installation
Support
Startup
Begin
Installation
Commissioning
Complete
Installation
Begin Product Support - On going

Formal
Testing
System
Acceptance
Figure 2-1. Startup and Commissioning Services Cycle
Review of Installation Plan

It is recommended that a GE field representative review all installation/construction
drawings, and the cable and conduit schedule when completed. This optional review
service ensures that the drawings meet installation requirements and are complete.
Installation Support
Optional installation support is offered: planning, practices, equipment placement,
and onsite interpretation of construction and equipment drawings. Engineering
services are also offered to develop transition and implementation plans to install and
commission new equipment in both new and existing (revamp) facilities.
Customer’s Conduit and Cable Schedule

The customer’s finished conduit and cable schedule should include:
Interconnection wire list (optional)
Level definitions
Shield terminations

Level Definitions
The cable and conduit schedule should define signal levels and classes of wiring
(refer to the section, Cable and Conduit Routing and Schedules and Appendix B).
This information should be listed in a separate column to help prevent installation
errors.
The cable and conduit schedule should include the signal level definitions in the
instructions. This provides all level restriction and practice information needed
before installing cables.
Shield Terminations
The conduit and cable schedule should indicate shield termination practice for each
shielded cable (refer to the section, Cable and Conduit Routing and Schedules and
Appendix B).

Siting LS2100 Equipment
Prior to receiving of the equipment, finalize all plans, such as the location and the
conditions where the equipment will be installed.
Operating Environment
The main concern in the choice of equipment location is the operating environment.
The LS2100 control cabinet is suited to most industrial environments. To ensure
proper performance and normal operational life, the environment should be
maintained as follows:
Ambient temperature Control Module 0 to 40°C (32 to 104 °F)
(acceptable) PCM
Ambient temperature (preferred) 20 to 30°C (68 to 87 °F)
Maximum rate of temperature 0.1ºC (32.2 °F) per min
change
Relative humidity 5 to 95% non-condensing
Maximum rate of relative 1% per min
humidity change
Note Higher ambient temperature decreases the life expectancy of any electronic
component. Keeping ambient air in the preferred (cooler) range should extend
component life.
Maximum concentration of corrosive gases at 50% relative humidity and 40ºC (104 °F)
per EN50178: 1994 Section A.6.1.4 Table A.2 (m).
Sulfur dioxide (SO2) 30 ppb
Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) 10 ppb
Nitrous fumes (NOx) 30 ppb
Chlorine (Cl2) 10 ppb
Hydrogen fluoride (HF) 10 ppb
Ammonia (NH3) 500 ppb
Ozone (O3) 5 ppb
Particle sizes from 10 − 100 microns for the following materials:
Aluminum Oxide Steel Mill Oxides
Sand/Dirt Paper
Cement Soot
Lint Ink
Coal/Carbon dust
Seismic Universal Building Code (UBC) - Seismic Code
section 2312 Zone 4
Vibration Maximum of 1.0 G horizontal, 0.5 G vertical at 15
to 120 Hz
Elevation
Normal Operation 0 to 3300 ft (101.3 – 89.8 KPa)
3300 – 10000 ft (89.8 – 69.7 KPa) Special heat
Extended Operation
exchanger required
Shipping 15000 feet maximum (57.2 KPa)

Environments that include excessive amounts of any of the following elements
reduce panel performance and life:
Power line fluctuations.
Electromagnetic interference or noise introduced by:
− Radio frequency signals, typically from nearby portable transmitters.
− Stray high voltage or high frequency signals, typically produced by arc welders,
unsuppressed relays, contactors, or brake coils operating near control circuits.
It is advisable to keep the LS2100 Static Starter control system cabinet in an
environmentally controlled room. The panel should be mounted where the floor
surface allows for attachment in one plane (a flat, level, and continuous surface). The
customer provides the mounting hardware. Lifting lugs are provided and if used, the
lifting cables must not exceed 45° from the vertical plane. Finally, the panel is
equipped with a door handle that can be locked for security.
Equipment Clearances
Each LS2100 is supplied with an outline drawing that provides the physical
dimensions of the cabinet. Front panel clearance for personnel entry and way out are
important. Provide the following minimum clearances for each part of the cabinet:
Sidewalls 0 in (0 mm)
Rear Panel 0 in (0 mm) (rear access panel must be provided for the
pump parts)
Top Panel 0 in (0 mm)
Doors 32 in (812.8 mm) with doors open at a 90º angle
Note Special attention to the door clearances must be maintained to comply with
local regulations regarding proper entry and way out to working spaces.
Cable and Conduit Routing and Schedules

Interconnecting cables can be brought into the panel from the top or the bottom
through removable access plates. Review of equipment spaces prior to installation
must include access to the area through cable trays and conduit, station grounds,
routing of interconnecting bus and location of the static starter transformer. A
thorough cable and conduit schedule must be developed to allow proper planning to
install the LS2100 using the interconnection information provided in the system
elementary.
Size and location of external station service requirements for lighting, heaters, power
supplies and other equipment must be reviewed. Attention to items that facilitate
plant lock-out and tag-out procedures must be followed.
Proper cooling of the panel requires that conduits be sealed to the access plates. Air
passing through the conduit must be within the acceptable temperature range, as
listed previously. This applies to both top and bottom access plates. Refer to
Appendix B for more information on cable separation and routing.

Chapter 3 Handling and Mounting
Guidelines
Introduction
GE document GEI-100256 This chapter provides general guidelines for moving the static starter to the
provides receiving and installation site, and then installing it. The requisition drawings provided with the
storage guidelines. equipment provide specific information and are a required supplement to this
document. This chapter is organized as follows:
Section Page
Static Starter Handling Procedures...........................................................................3-2
Lifting ........................................................................................................3-2
Moving .......................................................................................................3-3
Unpacking ..................................................................................................3-3
Mounting ..................................................................................................................3-4
Connecting the Grounds.............................................................................3-4
Securing the Static Starter Lineup to the Floor ..........................................3-4
Heat Exchanger Installation......................................................................................3-5
Overview....................................................................................................3-5
Materials.....................................................................................................3-5
Cleaning .....................................................................................................3-5
Flushing......................................................................................................3-5
Stress Relief ...............................................................................................3-5
Allowable Pressure Drop ...........................................................................3-6
Heat Exchanger Elevation..........................................................................3-6
Drain-Back Provision.................................................................................3-6
General Mechanical Provisions..................................................................3-7
Liquid-to-Air Heat Exchanger Option .......................................................3-7
Liquid-to-Liquid Exchanger Option...........................................................3-7
GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup Chapter 3 Handling and MountingGuidelines • 3-1
Static Starter Handling Procedures
Shock or stress caused by rough handling or improper lifting

and moving can damage the equipment. Be sure to follow the
guidelines provided in this chapter.
The shipped equipment consists GE recommends that you do not completely unpack the equipment until it has been
of four cabinets secured moved as near as possible to its permanent location. This practice ensures that loose
together in a lineup, typically parts remain with the static starter. Additionally, the shipping enclosure helps protect
not exceeding 15 ft in length. the equipment during storage.
Before lifting and moving the static starter, always refer to the equipment outline
drawings. Become familiar with the designated lift points and the stress points, and
any specified handling instructions.
While lifting and moving the static starter, be sure to follow the suggested
methods in this chapter for handling the equipment, along with normal handling
precautions. Additionally, it is important to observe any instructions that may be
printed on or attached to the equipment container or wrapping.
Lifting
Lifting beams are attached Make sure that the lifting equipment is suitable for the configuration and weight of
across the top of the static the static starter as follows:
starter at the factory. − 8.5 MVA – 5900 lbs / 2670 kg
− 14 MVA – 9000 lbs / 4082 kg
• Observe the center-of-gravity.
• Use four hooks for lifting at the openings in the lifting beam.
• Make sure the lifting beams are tightly secured to the static starter.
• The lift cables should be at an angle greater than 45º from the horizontal. Use
spreader bars or similar equipment to ensure this angle.
• Lift the static starter(s) in a slow and steady manner to an acceptable clearance
height.
• Check for any flexing of the equipment. If noticed, lower the lineup and
re-position the cables.
Do not lift and move the static starter using equipment that
applies pressure from below, such as a forklift. Doing so
could damage the static starter frame. If a crane is not
available for lifting, contact GE for guidelines on using other
methods.
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Moving
• When using a crane, ensure that motions are slow and smooth so that the
equipment does not swing.
• If using other moving devices, such as rollers:
– Be sure to place the rollers at the shipping splits and at the corners to reduce
potential stress.
– Roll only on the shipping pallets that are attached to the cabinets when
shipped from the factory.
• Do not move with a forklift, since the weight of the static starter against the
forklift tines would put damaging pressure on the static starter frame.
• Make sure that all doors are closed and latched.
Unpacking
Recommended: Do not • If the equipment has been exposed to low temperatures for an extended period,
completely unpack the do not unpack it until it has reached room temperature (location where static
equipment until it is placed as starter will be mounted).
near as possible to its • Use standard unpacking tools, including a nail puller.
permanent location.
• When unpacking, check the contents of entire case against the packing list.
Report any shortage to GE.
Carefully remove the packaging and move the equipment from its container, still
observing all lifting and handling guidelines.
While unpacking, inspect for damage that may not have been detected at the time of
receipt.
Wipe off any particles of packing materials or foreign substances that may be lodged
in or between the parts.
Small parts (such as bolts and screws) are packed in special containers to keep them
together, but may become separated. For this reason, carefully inspect the packing
material for loose parts before discarding it.
Document and report any ¾ If equipment damage is discovered while unpacking

equipment damage to GE.
1. Stop unpacking immediately and report this finding to the carrier (transportation
company).
2. Photograph the damage (photographs may be needed later in processing the
claim).
3. File a claim with the carrier.
4. Contact the local service office of GE Energy for assistance.
5. When identifying missing or damaged parts, be sure to include the following
information (refer to Appendix A):
Serial number
Part (model) number
Static starter code
GE requisition number
Case number
Mounting
The requisition outline Along with the information shown on the outline drawings, use the following
drawings show specific mounting guidelines:
lineup and installation • The mounting surface should be smooth and level to prevent door misalignment.
details.
• Position the static starter to permit heat radiation from all surfaces and proper
ventilation (cooling air).
• Provide front clearance of at least the width of the enclosure door so that the
door can be fully opened for easy access. Refer to Chapter 2, the section,
Equipment Clearances.
• If lifting beams are removed after positioning the equipment, then lifting beam
hardware must be replaced in the holes in the enclosure top and re-tightened.
Connecting the Grounds

The static starter must be grounded to protect against the risk of electrical shock or
burn and to protect the equipment from fire or other damage due to ground faults or
lightning strikes. Proper grounding also helps improve the equipment’s immunity to
electrical noise originating within or outside of the equipment. Follow the procedures
provided on the requisition elementary diagram sheet 0AD, Grounding Instructions.
Complete instructions, recommended cable sizes, and diagrams are provided.
The ground connections must be complete to ensure proper

grounding of the equipment.
Securing the Static Starter Lineup to the Floor

The static starter lineup must be secured to the floor using mounting studs. Refer to
the static starter mounting dimensions drawing listed in Table 3-1 or the requisition
outline drawing for details.
Table 3-1. LS2100 Lineup Information
Static Heat Loss to

Starter Weight Total Heat Ambient Air Standard Outline Standard Mounting
Rating (kg / lbs) Loss (kW) (kW) Drawing Dimensions Drawing
8.5 MVA 2670/5900 52 7.5 151X1212KA01LD01 151X1212KA01BD01
14 MVA 4082/9000 76 10 151X1212KA01LD02 151X1212KA01BD02
Heat Exchanger Installation
Overview
When an external heat exchanger is provided, either water-water or water-air,
mounting and plumbing at the site is required. The LS2100 cooling system requires
ultra-high purity water in order to function correctly. Water purity will be
compromised by any contaminants that make their way into the heat exchanger
cooling loop. For this reason, it is very important that the recommendations in this
section concerning exchanger installation, materials used, and cleaning be followed.
Failure to follow these guidelines can result in startup delays, frequent deionizer
replacement, and extensive damage to the LS2100.
Contamination introduced into the system from the heat

exchanger cooling loop can settle throughout the bridge and
be impossible to remove.
Plumbing on the customer’s Prevention is the only way to keep contamination from negatively affecting LS2100
side of a water-water performance for years to come. These guidelines apply to piping between the heat
exchanger should conform to exchanger and the LS2100 pump panel.
the customer’s specifications
and not to this guide.
Materials
Suitable material for piping and fittings include Type K or L copper tube, copper-
base alloys, stainless steel, or schedule 80 CPVC. To avoid rust contamination, do
not use steel or cast iron pipe or fittings. There is no restriction on the type of flux,
solder, or glue that can be used, however, keep flux to a minimum to avoid excessive
contamination.
Cleaning
Clean all metal pipe and fittings before assembly by wiping their interior with a non-
residue solvent such as Xylol (Xylene) to remove oil, solder flux, and any other
debris.
Note Do not attempt to clean CPVC piping with Xylol. Instead, use soap and then
rinse thoroughly with water.
Flushing
Complete the entire installation with the exception of the final connections to the
LS2100 pump panel. Blow out any remaining dust or construction debris from the
entire heat exchanger loop with compressed air before making the final connections
to the LS2100 pump panel.
Stress Relief
Rubber hose and rubber vibration isolators are not required, but can be used if the
manufacturer confirms its compatibility with water and propylene glycol. Use
accepted alignment, strain relief, and expansion practices to prevent stressing system
components.
Allowable Pressure Drop
To keep pressure drop within the acceptable limit, make sure that field-installed
piping complies with the length restrictions as follows:
Maximum total 75 ft for 1.5-in nominal diameter

length
200 ft for 2-in nominal diameter
Elbows Count as 2 ft each
Ball valves Count as 7 ft each
Heat Exchanger Elevation

The heat exchanger is normally mounted with its base at or below the elevation of
the static starter.
It can be mounted higher than the static starter, including on the roof above the static
starter. The limitation is the reservoir vent must be above the elevation of the highest
point in the cooling system. The objective is to avoid spillage from the vent in the
event of an extended shut down or venting at some other location.
An alternate approach is to route the reservoir vent to an auxiliary reservoir to
accommodate the volume of coolant in the heat exchanger and external plumbing
located above the reservoir vent.
The elevation should be kept to a minimum. In no case can the top of the heat
exchanger or any other piping be higher than 26 feet above the base of the static
starter (about 20 feet above the reservoir).
Note Heat exchanger performance is reduced above 5000 feet altitude and requires a
special design.
Drain-Back Provision
The heat exchanger is usually mounted at the same elevation

as the static starter. If the heat exchanger is mounted above
the static starter, coolant draining back into the system from
the heat exchanger can overfill the reservoir upon shutdown.
Provide for drain-back of coolant from the heat exchanger by:

• Extending the reservoir vent to an elevation above the heat exchanger or
• Using an auxiliary reservoir to hold the additional volume
Using an auxiliary reservoir requires calculating the total volume of drain-back from
the heat exchanger and piping located above the top of the reservoir. Coolant volume
for the type K copper piping connecting the system to the heat exchanger is as
follows:
Volume Diameter
0.089 gal/ft 1½-inch
0.156 gal/ft 2-inch
Contact the factory for dimensions of the various heat exchangers used with this
system. The volumes for the standard redundant-blower heat exchangers are shown
on the heat exchanger's nameplate. Use the nameplate volume when calculating any
drain-back volumes.
General Mechanical Provisions

Observe the following guidelines when installing piping:
• Use drip loops to prevent water on the pipe exterior from entering the
equipment.
• Provide drain and vent valves at all low and high points to facilitate filling and
draining.
Liquid-to-Air Heat Exchanger Option

Observe the following guidelines when installing this optional heat exchanger:
• Do not obstruct heat exchanger airflow. (Care must be taken to prevent the
cooling fins from becoming obstructed with foreign material.)
• Do not locate the equipment so that it intakes hot air exhausted from some other
equipment.
• Provide at least 1½ fan diameters of clearance to the heat exchanger inlet and
exhaust it away from walls that might cause the air to re-enter.
• Locate the blower above any anticipated snow level.
Liquid-to-Liquid Exchanger Option

If a remotely mounted Robertshaw temperature regulating valve is used, install it as
shown in GE drawing 238B4861, Sheet 2 for liquid-to-liquid heat exchangers.
Note GE does not supply this valve. It must be furnished by the user and picked to
operate within the cooling system requirements and meet the environmental
conditions of the site location. Its function is to limit coolant requirements and to
possibly reduce/eliminate manifold sweating during temperature and humidity
extremes.
The use of a thermowell is The dimensions shown (238B4861 sheet 2) for the sensing bulb are for the
recommended so that the thermowell supplied with the valve. The sensing bulb can be installed in any position
coolant does not have to be from vertical to horizontal. If the bulb is installed away from vertical, the arrow
drained if the sensing bulb and/or UP markings on the positioning disk must point UP. The top (threaded end)
has to be removed. should be approximately the same elevation as the valve actuator. Do not install the
sensing bulb below horizontal or with the threaded end below the bulb.
Notes
Chapter 4 Cabling and Connections
Introduction
This chapter assumes that This chapter contains guidelines for connecting cable to the static starter during
cabling was previously run to installation. This information must be used along with the project specific
the installation site and is elementary diagrams and outline diagrams supplied with the equipment.
ready for connection to the
static starter.
Do not assume any cable or any circuitry to be without power

if one end of that cable could be connected to a power source.
To prevent accidental electrical shock, do not touch any
circuitry or bare wire without first ensuring that it does not
carry electricity.
When testing for the presence of electricity and when
measuring any electrical circuit, use only the equipment
approved for contact with those voltage levels.
All installations should meet the requirements of both the National Electrical Code®
(NEC) and any applicable local codes. Use these codes to determine such factors as
wire size, insulation type, and conduit sizing. This chapter is organized as follows:
Section Page
Static Starter Connections ........................................................................................ 4-2
Grounding, Shielding and Cable Entry ..................................................................... 4-7
Cable Entry ................................................................................................ 4-7
Control Power......................................................................................................... 4-12
Converter Power ..................................................................................................... 4-12
Signal and Communications Cabling Guidelines ................................................... 4-16
VersaMax Micro PLC .............................................................................. 4-16
Data Highway .......................................................................................... 4-18
PC Interface.............................................................................................. 4-19
Cabling Guidelines ................................................................................................. 4-19
Preventing Cable Damage ........................................................................ 4-19
Installing Power Cable ............................................................................. 4-19
Installing Signal and Communications Cable .......................................... 4-20
GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup Chapter 4 Cabling and Connections • 4-1
Static Starter Connections
Cabling and wiring connections to the static starter include the following:
• One cabinet ground
• Incoming ac control power
• Incoming ac power to the power conversion cabinet
• Outgoing dc power to the dc link reactor from the power conversion cabinet
• Incoming dc power from the dc link reactor to the power conversion cabinet
• Ac outgoing power connections to the 89SS switch
• Static starter I/O connections to terminal boards
Note The component nomenclature examples (see Figures 4-1, 4-2) show the
location of connection points, fuses, and other static starter components. Device
nomenclature stickers, located on the inside of each static starter cabinet door
identify the major components and their locations within the cabinet. Complete
outline diagrams are supplied with the static starter.
GEH-6679, LS2100 User Customer cabling to the static starter’s terminal boards must comply with level-
Guide describes the terminal separation guidelines (refer to Appendix B) after it enters the static starter cabinet.
board I/O. To meet CE Mark requirements, all I/O wires leaving a building must be routed
inside continuous metal conduit.
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T1: Control
Power
CBI: Connect 3- Transformer
phase
T3: Normalizing
Transformer.
(FU2P and FU2S
CB3: Power to located in fuse
Pump Panel holder)
FU1P, FU1S, FUG and VME Card

FUCP located in fuse Rack
blocks behind VME card
rack
Control Power Supply
Local Hub (CPS): Behind VME
card rack
Changeover
Components DS200DDTB
Board
Remote Hub
PLC
Figure 4-1. Sample Component Layout, Static Starter Control Cabinet
Source Filter
(ACFM-S) Power
Conversion
Module
FCSA-SB
FCSA-SA
FCSA-L
Load Filter
(ACFM-L)
Figure 4-2. Sample Layout, 8.5MVA Static Starter Power Conversion Cabinet (Front View)
Ac Filter A9M
Bridge
FCSA-SA
FCSA-SB
Figure 4-2A. Sample Layout 14 MVA Static Starter Power Conversion Cabinet (Front View)
Ac Filter A9M
Power Conversion
Module
Bridge
FCSA - L
Figure 4-2B. Sample Layout 14 MVA Static Starter Power Conversion Cabinet (Front View)
Grounding, Shielding and Cable Entry
If you have an engineered For both safety and proper functioning of the equipment, it is important that the static
system, consult your starter be properly grounded. The installation site must have a reliable building
requisition elementary grounding system and the static starter’s grounding cable must be securely fastened
drawings for the grounding to this system per the elementary diagram. Follow the procedures provided in the
method recommended for LS2100 requisition elementary diagram sheet 0D, Grounding Instructions. Complete
your installation. instructions, recommended cable sizes, and diagrams are provided there.
To minimize stray capacitance, GE recommends the use of shielded cables on all

cable runs. 10 kV cables are recommended as per NEC 2005 for ANSI/NEMA jobs
and 8 kV for IEC jobs. Because long cable runs can introduce excessive capacitance
when using shielded cable, GE provides an ac reactor on every application to ensure
proper LCI operation and to compensate for excessive capacitance. Excessive cable
capacitance of greater than 0.125 uF creates problems for LCI operation. In the case
of the incoming cable runs from the isolation transformer and to the dc link reactor,
there is no way to compensate for excessive capacitance. The dc link reactor and
isolation transformer should be located in close proximity to the Static Starter to
avoid any cable capacitance problems. In addition, shielded cable must be grounded
only on the end away from the Static Starter cabinet. If the shielded cable is
grounded at the Static Starter cabinet, then electrical noise can corrupt the control
signals and cause loss of control or prevent the Static Starter from operating
properly.
Shielded Cables
Recent changes to electrical codes made it necessary for GE to change the standard
LCI power cables from unshielded to shielded. Additional safety grounding is
needed for shielded power cables. When power is running through the inner
conductors, a voltage is induced on the cable shield. The zero-to-peak induced
voltage on the shield at a typical LCI installation was measured using a voltage
recorder at a 200,000 Hertz sampling rate (LCI current is non-sinusoidal). Under
several different running conditions, the worst-case voltage measured was 0.33 volts
per foot. The voltage readings were taken on cables with copper tape shields, so
results may vary for different types of cables, depending on the cable characteristics.
The additional safety grounding is needed for two reasons:
1. To keep the induced voltage below 50 volts zero to peak at any point where the
shield may be exposed, and personnel may come in contact with the shield
2. To keep the induced voltage below the voltage rating of the outer insulation
jacket (Typically 600 volts)
TO To 89SS and
XFMR generator
CABLE RUN
CABLE RUN CABLE RUN CABLE RUN CABLE RUN CABLE RUN CABLE RUN
A
F E D C B ANY OTHER A
LCI SOURCE LCI LOAD
BRIDGE JUNCTION
BRIDGE DC REACTOR AC REACTOR LCI FUSE
POINT
DO NOT GROUND DO NOT GROUND DO NOT GROUND

CABLE SHIELD TO CABLE SHIELD TO CABLE SHIELD TO
LCI PANEL. LCI PANEL. LCI PANEL.
NOTE 1 NOTE 1 NOTE 1 NOTE 1 NOTE 1 NOTE 1 NOTE 1 NOTE 1
NOTE 2 NOTE 2 NOTE 2
(EQUIPMENT
PANEL
GROUND)
(BUILDING
GROUND
GRID)
NOTE 3 NOTE 3 NOTE 3 NOTE 3 NOTE 3 NOTE 3 NOTE 3
NOTE Explanation
1
Equipment panels must be properly grounded per the instructions on sheet 0AD
of the LCI electrical diagram. Cable shields must be grounded to the equipment
panel ground at the locations labeled NOTE 1 on above diagram. Ground the
cable shield at the transformer, the ac and dc reactors, field splice, and any other
junction point.
2 Cable shields must never be grounded at the LCI enclosure because the resulting
electrical noise can corrupt the control signals and cause loss of control, or it can
prevent the LCI from operating properly. If a shield ground is needed in this area,
connect an insulated ground cable to the cable shield at the end near the LCI, and
connect this ground cable to a building ground grid that is external to the LCI.
3 For workman safety, cable shields should be insulated so that workmen will not
come into contact with the shield. If there are any locations where the cable shield
will be exposed and workmen may come into contact with the shield, the cable
shield must be grounded within 120 feet of any point where the shield will be
exposed. In areas where the shields are not exposed (such as underground buried
cables) the cables may be run without grounding the shield for up to 1000 feet
long if the outer insulating jacket is rated for 600 volts or greater. Any cable runs
longer than 1000 feet must be reviewed by GE.
f f
Cable Entry
Removable access panels for cable entry are provided in the top of the control,
pump, and power conversion cabinet(s). The bottoms of all cabinets are open.
Wire entry top removable

47.04 cover plates not shown
[1185]
4.08
[103.6]
27.58 18.08
[700] [458] 7.00
[178]
40.00
5.67 3.41
[1016] Top View
[144] [87]
40.00
3.48 [1016]
[88.3] 4.08
[103.8]
5.41 5.67
[391] [143.9]
18.08
[459.2] 7.00
[177.8]
Bottom View
Wire entry, bottom
No cover plate provided
Figure 4-3. 8.5/14 MVA Control Cabinet Cable Entry
Cable entry top, usable
area defined by x+ and y+
K+=53.00 dimensions
4.91 [1346.2]
[124.6]
20.00 Y+=9.35
[508] [237.5]
4.12
[104.6]
55.12
[1400]
Top View
49.12
[1247.6]
Yb=22.58
[573.4]
Cable entry bottom usable area Xb=52.55

defined by Xb & Yb dimensions [1334.6]
Bottom View
Figure 4-4. 8.5 MVA Converter Cable Entry (Power Conversion Cabinet)
[4.09 in.]
Top or Bottom
Customer cable
[6.6] area without
cover plate
[47.12]
[.88]
[41.2] [.88]
[4.09 in.] Plan View at “K-X”
Figure 4-5. 14 MVA Converter Cable Entry (Power Conversion Cabinet)
Control Power
The static starter requisition The static starter control power requirements are as follows:
drawings specify the power Voltage: Nominal 480 V ac, ±10% at 60 Hz , ±5%; three phase, 24 A rms max
requirements for the
application and show Nominal 400/415 V ac, ±10% at 50 Hz, ±5%; three phase, 27.5A rms max
connection points. Nominal 120/240 V ac, ±10% at 50/60 Hz for heaters, 20 A max
Nominal 120 V ac, ±10% at 50/60 Hz for T3 (If supplied. Power for T3
may be supplied by LS2100#2 T1.)
See LS2100 outline drawings Control power cables may be either top or bottom entry. Removable access panels
for complete information on for cable entry are provided at the top of the cabinet. The bottom of the cabinet is
cable entry dimensions. open. See Figure 4-3 for details.
Input cables are connected directly to CB1 at the top of the control cabinet
(see Figure 4-1). The output of CB1 feeds CB3 that delivers power to the pump
panel. It also feeds a control power transformer (T1) which supplies 120 V ac to the
Control Power Supply (CPS), PLC, relays, DS200DDTB Board, DS200FGPA
boards, VersaMax™ Micro PLC, control rack fan, resistivity meter, and changeover
components (if supplied). The CPS produces 5, 12, 15 and 24V for the VME card
rack and FCSA boards. It is located on the back panel behind the VME card rack.
Converter Power
The static starter requisition The main ac power supply for the static starter comes from a dedicated isolation
drawings specify the power transformer (see Figure 4-6).
requirements for the Input Voltage: Nominal 2080 V ac each, ±10% at 50 or 60 Hz, ±5%
application and show
connection points. Output Voltage: 0-4160 V ac, 0-50 or 60 Hz
Specification of this supply is the responsibility of the user or the concerned
engineering company. If help is needed contact:
“+” indicates the GE Energy
international access code Post Sales Service
required when calling from 1501 Roanoke Blvd.
outside the USA. Salem, VA 24153-6492 USA
Phone: 1 800 533 5885, United States.
+ 1 540 378 3280 (International)
Fax: + 1 540 387 8606 (All)
See LS2100 outline drawings Converter power cables may be either top or bottom entry, depending on the rating.
for complete information on Table 4-1 specifies converter cable entry options and connection locations.
cable entry dimensions. Removable access panels for cable entry are provided at the top of the power
conversion cabinet(s). The bottoms of the cabinets are open.
DC Link Reactor
52SS
52G
Gas
Turbine
Sync
Gen
89SS
LCI Isolation
Transformer
Control
HMI MarkVI
EX2100
User Turbine
LS2100 Exciter
I/F Control
Static Starter
Ethernet
Unit Data Highway
Figure 4-6. Overview of Static Starter System
The following power connections must be made to the power conversion cabinet(s).
Figure 4-7 shows the power connection layout for an 8.5 MVA LS2100:
• Incoming ac power (L1A, L2A, L3A, L1B, L2B, L3B)
• Incoming/Outgoing dc power to the dc Link Reactor (DCPB, DCPL)
• Ac outgoing power connections to the current limiting fuses (M1, M2, M3)
Table 4-1. Converter Power Cable Connections
Cabinet Location
Rating Cable Entry Input AC DC Link Output AC
8.5 MVA Bottom Converter Converter Converter
14 MVA Top/Bottom Source Source/Load Load
L3B L2B L1B L3A L2A L1A
DCPB DCPL
M3 M2 M1
Figure 4-7. 8.5MVA LS2100 Power Conversion Cabinet Connections (Back View)
Source Bridge Cabinet
Load Bridge Cabinet

Figure 4-8. 14MVA LS2100 Power Conversion Cabinet Connections
Signal and Communications Cabling Guidelines
The VersaMax changeover • Be sure to strictly follow the cable manufacturer’s installation instructions.
I/O is described in Chapter 7. These will vary based on the type of installation required.
• To meet CE Mark requirements, all I/O wires leaving a building must be
routed inside continuous metal conduit.
• Signal inputs to analog and digital blocks or to programmable logic control
(PLC)-related devices should be run as shielded twisted-pair (for example,
inputs from RTDs and encoders).
• For shielded and twisted shielded wire, ground the shields on one end only,
preferably at the drive end. Provisions have been made to tie shields to chassis
ground on the DDTB drive terminal board.
Note Refer to the system elementary drawings for wiring to the DS200DDTB I/O
terminal connectors.
VersaMax Micro PLC

The VersaMax Micro PLC (provided by GE Fanuc) provides I/O for the pump
cabinet and additional system I/O, such as switchgear and external equipment status.
It is connected to the control rack by a cable connected to one of the COM ports on
the UCVE board. It communicates through a Modbus RTU.
UDH
Enet EGD,ADL
VME
Tool Serial ADL
serial
Box
FCGD
FCGD
FCGD
DSPC
UCVE
Enet 2
Serial ADL
ADMA
Innov
Load Bridge
Keypad
Source B Bridge
Ribbon
Source A Bridge
Cable Enet
DDTB EGD VersaMax
I/O
VersaMax
Breaker Control I/O Micro PLC Turb/Gen 1 Control I/O
Ext Device I/O
Breaker Control I/O Turb/Gen 2 Control I/O
Turb/Gen Control I/O
Pump Panel I/O Turb/Gen 3 Control I/O
Turb/Gen 4 Control I/O
Figure 4-9. Static Starter Control One-line
Health check for Communication link between
IC200UAA007 & IS200UCVE – COM port 2
The IC200UAA007 Port-2 communicates with external devices on RS485. A Horner
Electric SNP adapter is used to convert RS485 to RS232 serial, used by the
IS200UCVE. The adapter needs 5Vdc to operate properly, supplied by
IC200UAA007. Hence 5Vdc should be present across pins 5 & 7 on VersaMax PLC
Port-2.
Pin configuration of Versamax Micro PLC (IC200UAA007) Port 2:
Some reasons for these IC200UAA007 port 2 failures are:

• Plugging or un-plugging the Horner adapter when the PLC power is ON
• IC200UAA007 driving excessive loads, including
− Communication cable getting earthed on the UCVE end, even momentarily
− Communicating with the PLC on both Port 1 & Port 2 simultaneously
• Neutral and Earth (ground) voltage difference more than 2 volts
• Inrush currents that can damage electronics for various reasons, such as voltage
spikes or surges, insufficient output impedance, etc.
• Communication cable runs in the same ducts or close to high voltage cables.
Precautions that needs to be taken at site:
Remove power from the IC200UAA007 before connecting or disconnecting the
Horner adapter, or plugging or unplugging the other end of the serial cable. Do not
attempt to connect to the PLC on both ports at the same time. Make sure that the
neutral of the AC power supply for the PLC is properly bonded and grounded.
Observe signal separation guidelines, maintaining adequate separation between the
communication cable and other than low-level signals. Use care when testing pins 5
and 7 for power to avoid shorting the power pin, or connecting it to the shell of the
connector.
Data Highway
A typical static starter connection to the redundant Unit Data Highway (UDH)
network is shown in Figure 4-10. The UDH connection is made to the LAN 1 port on
the UCVE board. The UDH is implemented using commercially available fast
Ethernet switches. The 10BaseT cabling is used for short distances between the
controller and the T switch, and any local HMI. The 100BaseFX fiber-optic cabling
is used for longer distances between the local control area and the central control
room.
Central Control Room
Fast Ethernet Fast Ethernet
Switch A Switch A
From Other From Other

Units Units
100Base-FX
Connections
T-Switch A T-Switch B
To local
HMI Viewer,
10Base-T
From other From other

Controllers Controllers
10Base-T
Local Control Area Switch Connections
g GE Industrial
Systems
LCI / Exciter
g Control
Cabinet
STATUS
S
V F
G 15
A
M
/
K
C C
O M O M
M 9 M 9
1 2
LAN 1
LAN 2
RST
UCVE
M01A
Figure 4-10. Ethernet Cable Connections
The 10BaseT ports in the UCVE and the T switch use RJ-45 connectors. The
maximum distance using unshielded twisted pair cable is 328 ft (100 meters).
The 100BaseFX ports in the T switch and the Fast Ethernet Switch are for SC type
fiber-optic connectors. The maximum distance using 100BaseFX fiber-optic cables
is 2 km.
PC Interface
Control program downloads A computer can be used to download firmware from the controller into the LS2100
are usually made from a PC on system. The computer connects to the LAN 1 port on the UCVE board (the same
the UDH Unit Data Highway port where the UDH connection is made).
using the toolbox software.
Cabling Guidelines
• Be sure to comply with OSHA and other applicable regulations.
• Observe minimum installation temperature to avoid damage to shielding and
insulation.
Note The PC-to-static starter cables are not provided with the static starter and must
be ordered separately. Part numbers are:
323A4747NZP12B 10BaseTstraight Cat 5 cables with RJ45 connectors on both
ends, 10' in length.
323A4747NZP12C: 10BaseTstraight Cat 5 cables with RJ45 connectors on both
ends, 25' in length.
Serial connection to DSPC adapter HE693SNP232 plus RJ45 to DBP adapter L-
COM#RA098F (www.L-com.com).
Serial connection to UCVE 336A3582P1 plus mini DB9 adapter cable 336A4929P1.
323A4747NZP13 10baseT crossover Cat 5 cable, 3' in length.
323A4747NZP13A 10baseT crossover Cat 5 cable, 50' in length.
Preventing Cable Damage

• Do not pull cables around corners with sharp edges or corners that prohibit the
minimum allowable cable-pulling radius.
• Avoid high mechanical stress (pull tension). The cable should not be excessively
twisted, stretched, or flexed.
• Before pulling cable, inspect all cable trays. Cable should only be pulled into
clean trays. Install bushings and dropouts, as necessary.
• Make sure that cable ends are sealed before, during, and after pulling the cable.
This prevents the entrance of water or other contaminants.
Installing Power Cable

Grounding
• Ground the drive common (CCOM bus bar connector) at only one point. If the
reference is supplied by numerical control or by a process instrument with a
grounded common, do not provide a separate ground for the drive common.
• The isolation transformer should not be grounded.
Shielding
To minimize stray capacitance, GE recommends the use of shielded cables on all
cable runs. 10 kV cables are recommended as per NEC 2005 for ANSI/NEMA jobs
and 8 kV for IEC jobs. Because long cable runs can introduce excessive capacitance
when using shielded cable, GE provides an ac reactor on every application to ensure
proper LCI operation and to compensate for excessive capacitance. Excessive cable
capacitance of greater than 0.125 uF creates problems for LCI operation. In the case
of the incoming cable runs from the isolation transformer and to the dc link reactor,
there is no way to compensate for excessive capacitance. The dc link reactor and
isolation transformer should be located in close proximity to the Static Starter to
avoid any cable capacitance problems. In addition, shielded cable must be grounded
only on the end away from the Static Starter cabinet. If the shielded cable is
grounded at the Static Starter cabinet, then electrical noise can corrupt the control
signals and cause loss of control or prevent the Static Starter from operating
properly.
Installing Signal and Communications Cable
• Be sure to strictly follow the cable manufacturer’s installation instructions.

These will vary based on the type of installation required.
• Signal inputs to analog and digital blocks or to programmable logic control
(PLC)-related devices should be run as shielded twisted-pair (for example,
inputs from RTDs and encoders).
• For shielded and twisted shielded wire, ground the shields on one end only,
preferably at the drive end. Provisions have been made to tie shields to chassis
ground on the DDTB drive terminal board.
• To use the LS2100’s monitor program, connect the DS200DSPC board’s serial
communications port to the operator terminal. (The DSPC board is located in the
LS2100’s control cabinet.)
• Cable and connectors are provided with the requisition as a kit, GE part no.
IC690ACC901B.
Chapter 5 Pre-Power On
Installation Checks
Introduction
This chapter must be This chapter contains instructions to verify that the LS2100 lineup is ready for initial
completed before applying power up. This includes checks and procedures to ensure that the static starter has
power to the static starter. been installed correctly and can be safely energized.
All instructions must be followed and completed in the order

presented.
It is good practice to check off each procedure when you
complete it. For this purpose, this chapter includes
checkboxes next to each procedure heading.
This chapter assumes that the static starter lineup and connected devices have
already been installed, and that all wiring and cabling are installed correctly,
including control and power connections. It is presented as follows:
Section Page
Equipment/Material Needed.....................................................................................5-2
Securing the Equipment for Safety...........................................................................5-2
Hardware Checks .....................................................................................................5-3
Initial Checks and Setup.............................................................................5-5
Meggar Test ...............................................................................................5-5
GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup Chapter 5 Pre-Power On Installation Checks • 5-1
Equipment/Material Needed
Checkboxes should be marked Check that the following equipment and materials are available for the procedures in
to verify that equipment is this chapter.
onhand. Locks and tags, danger and caution tape
Source of low-pressure, compressed, dry air (less than 15 psi) or clean, dry cloth
Small standard (flat-head) screwdriver
Torque wrench
Socket sets, standard and metric
Digital multimeter
One dc megger tester (1000 V), optional
High voltage detector
Static-charge wrist straps
Source of dry, low-pressure compressed air (less than 15 psi or clean, dry cloth)
Heatsink spreader tool
Elementary Diagrams
Outline Drawings
GEH-6679 LS2100 Static Starter Control User Guide
Printed Wiring Board Reference table (refer to Chapter 1)
Securing the Equipment for Safety

All procedures in this section 1. Lock out and tag out all voltage sources to the static starter.
were completed successfully.
2. Apply safety grounds per local rules and regulations.
5-2 • Chapter 5 Pre-Power On Installation Checks GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup
Hardware Checks
All procedures in this section All static starters are factory-tested and operable when shipped to the installation
were completed successfully site. However, connections could loosen during shipping and handling. To help
for: ensure successful startup, check the hardware after installation and before initial
Control powerup.
Power Conversion
To check LS2100 hardware
1. Become familiar with the static starter one-line on elementary sheet 1A.
2. Make sure that the equipment is secured for safety as required in the previous
section.
3. Using an approved tester for the voltage levels being measured, verify that
power has not yet been applied to the circuitry.
With power applied, high voltages are present on some

circuitry. To prevent accidental injury, do not touch any
circuitry without first ensuring that it does not carry these
voltages and is grounded.
When testing for the presence of high voltages and when
4. Using either low-pressure, compressed, dry air or a clean, dry rag, remove any
dust that may have accumulated in the static starter's interior.
5. Inspect wiring to ensure that it has not been damaged or frayed during
installation. Replace if necessary.
6. Check that stab connections and electrical terminal connections are tight.
As a general practice and unless otherwise directed in the system
documentation, electrical bus connection hardware should be torqued as follows:
SAE Thread Torque
(lbs ft)
1/4-20 4
3/8-16 14
1/2-13 35
5/8-11 70
Metric Size Torque
M6 5Nm ±15% (44.25 in/lb)
M4 2Nm ±5% (17.7 in/lb)
M8 8 to 10Nm (70.8 to 88.5 in/lb)
Note To ensure that electrical connections remain tight, they should be re-checked
within three to six months after initial powerup, and annually thereafter. Use
screwdrivers and torque wrenches or an infrared survey for these checks.
7. Check that all electrical terminal connections are tight.
8. Check that all devices, modules, and boards have not been damaged during
handling or installation, and that they are secure in there mounting connections.
To prevent component damage caused by static electricity,

treat all boards and devices with static-sensitive handling
techniques. Wear a wrist grounding strap when handling
boards or components, but only after boards or components
have been removed from potentially energized equipment
and are at a normally grounded workstation.
9. Check that fiber-optic cable ends have been properly finished (correct length in
holder, polished, and secure), and that the ends are connected to the correct
boards (refer to Appendix B for guidelines on terminating fiber-optic cabling).
10. Check for the fusing in the static starter cabinet. (Refer to the elementary sheet
11DA.)
11. Check incoming wiring/cabling, as follows:
• It should be complete and agree with the elementary drawings supplied with
the LS2100.
• It should conform to the cable separation guidelines defined in Appendix B.
12. Verify that the cabinet is properly grounded. Refer to elementary sheet 0AD.
13. Operate each magnetic device by hand to make sure that all moving parts
operate freely. Check all electrical interlocks for proper operation.
Initial Checks and Setup
1. Verify that the lineup is grounded per grounding practices described on drive
elementary sheet 0AD.
2. On the bridge, check the SCR stack’s clamp pressure and adjust if necessary
(refer to GEH-6680, Chapter 3).
3. Open all circuit breakers (refer to drive elementary sheet BA for the pump panel
and sheets CB and CC for the control panel).
4. In the LS2100 control cabinet; partially extract all boards from the control rack
so that they are no longer connected within their slots.
Use static handling techniques, including a grounding

strap when handling boards or components.
Meggar Test
1. Disconnect the ribbon cable at the NATO boards in the source and load bridges.
2. Remove NATO ground at stab JG.
3. Disconnect the load bridge ac filter neutral ground at the bottom of the load
bridge compartment.
4. Confirm that both source and load side circuit interrupters are open.
5. Using temporary jumpers, connect together:
source side buses L1A, L2A, L3A, L1B, L2B, L3B
dc buses, DCPB, DCPL
load side buses M1, M2, M3
Note All buses should now be tied together.
6. From any bus, meggar to ground using a 1000 V meggar. Indicated resistance
should be greater than 5 megohms.
7. If the static starter has a load side interrupter, connect together (with temporary
jumpers) its output terminals and meggar to ground. Indicated resistance should
be greater than 100 megohms.
8. Remove temporary jumpers and reconnect the ribbon cables and grounds.
Notes
Chapter 6 Initial Startup and
Commissioning
Introduction
. This chapter provides instructions to verify that the LS2100 Static Starter system is
ready for operation. This includes control power checks, software setup, use of the
keypad and offline/online commissioning guidelines.
This chapter is organized as follows:
Section Page
Before Beginning ..................................................................................................... 6-2

Panel Heaters ............................................................................................................ 6-7
Cooling System Startup Procedure ......................................................................... 6-10
Repeat Meggar Test................................................................................................ 6-13
Set Overcurrent Level............................................................................................. 6-15
Using the Static Starter Configuration Tools.......................................................... 6-16
Checking the Keypad ............................................................................................. 6-18
Commissioning the Static Starter ........................................................................... 6-20
Bridge Check and Setup ......................................................................................... 6-22
EX2100 Excitation Control Interface Checks ........................................................ 6-32
Crowbar Test .......................................................................................................... 6-33
Phase Sequence Test............................................................................................... 6-35
Checks with the Machine Running ......................................................................... 6-36
Control Start ........................................................................................................... 6-41
GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup Chapter 6 Initial Startup and Commissioning  6-1
Before Beginning
Before beginning the procedures in this chapter, the following conditions must exist:
 All pre-startup and installation checks from the previous chapters are completed
successfully.
 All interconnecting wires and cables are in place, connected, and ready for
power on.
 Power is not yet applied.
Note The LS2100 meets the following noise level specifications:
Doors Closed, One Meter from Doors Open, Adjacent

Enclosure to Enclosure
Average dBA Maximum dBA Maximum dBA
69.9 71.4 79.4
75.5 76.5 82.2
Refer to GEH-6679, LS2100 Order of Startup

User Guide for the functional
description of the LS2100, The LS2100 Static Starter can be provided for 7F and 9F turbine applications. The
including hardware structure. design incorporates a common hardware and software structure, therefore the startup
and commissioning procedures are similar for the different applications.
Each LS2100 should be started and commissioned using the basic guidelines
described in the following sections.
The order of startup is important. All instructions must be

followed and completed in the order presented in this
chapter.
Tip  It is good practice to check off each procedure when you complete it. For
this purpose, this chapter includes checkboxes next to each procedure heading.
Information Needed
Before beginning, you should review the applicable elementary and outline drawings
to become familiar with the type of LS2100 supplied. Make sure you know the
power requirements and location of components, connections, and power switches.
Software for the LS2100 will The GE Control System Toolbox (toolbox) will be used to configure the LS2100
be found either on the turbine control and to aid in the commissioning process. Each LS2100 will have its own
control master HMI or unique configuration file (.lsb) tailored to the specific turbine application. Verify that
supplied separately. this file is correct and the most up-to-date available. The software is tested at the
factory prior to shipment and should require a minimum of changes during
commissioning.
6-2  Chapter 6 Initial Startup and Commissioning GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup
Equipment/Material Needed
Checkboxes should be marked to
verify that equipment is onhand. Safety Equipment
 Appropriate safety gear (may include safety boots, safety glasses, hard-hat, high
voltage gloves, and face shield)
 Locks, tags, and danger/ caution tape
 High voltage detector (using an insulated pole of appropriate length)
 Protective grounding cables and grounding stick
 Static-charge wrist straps
Typical Test Equipment
When testing for the presence of high voltages and when

 Small standard (flat-head) screwdriver

 Socket sets, standard and metric
 Flashlight
 Small inspection mirror
 Fuse puller
 Phase rotation meter
 Multimeter (true RMS, such as Fluke Model 87)
 Clamp-on ammeter
 2-channel oscilloscope (minimum 100 MHz)
 Current probe (such as a Tektronix model P6021)
 Chart recorder (8-channel, very low frequency)
 Water/propylene glycol mixture per GEH-6374
 Personal computer (PC) with the following software applications installed:
 GE Control System Toolbox software (minimum version V09.00.20C)
 GE LS2100 Static Starter product software
 HyperTerminal or similar serial communication software supporting X-
Modem protocol
 Following serial communication cables for connecting the PC to the static starter
hardware:
 Serial communication cable (GE Salem part # 336A3582P1)
 Serial communication mico-D adapter cable (GE Salem part #
336A4929G1)
Reference Documents
 System elementary for LS2100 (required)
Tip  It is good practice to study the elementary before working on the LS2100
system.
 LS2100 outline drawings
 GEH-6679 - LS2100 User’s Guide.
 GEH-6680 - LS2100 Maintenance, Parts Replacement, and Troubleshooting
Guide.
 GEH-6415 - LS2100 GE Control System Toolbox (toolbox) document.
The information contained in the toolbox document, GEH-

6415 is also available as Help files within the toolbox
program (refer to Using Toolbox Help in this chapter).
Start
1
Refer to sections,
Control power applied and lights Verifying Control Power and
heaters, and fans operational Panel Lights, Heaters, and
Fans
Yes
1a
Refer to
Is Control System No Install toolbox
toolbox document,
Toolbox installed? Install drive components GEH-6415 (Chapter 3).
Yes
Refer to
Start toolbox toolbox document,
GEH-6415 (Chapter 3).
3
Are LS2100 Obtain configuration files Refer to
configuration files No from HMI or requisition
toolbox document,
available? engineering (.lsb for DSPC
and UCVE)
Yes
4
Open the LS2100
configuration files (.lsb) Refer to
(toolbox version is toolbox document,
automatically verified) GEH-6415 (Chapter 3).
Message: Message:
File last saved with No File last saved with No
older version toolbox newer version toolbox
Yes Yes
4a 4b
Load old toolbox version
Get new toolbox version
or upgrade the file
4a and 4b
Refer to toolbox document,
GEH-6415 (chapter 3).
B
Figure 6-1. Overview of LS2100 Startup and Commissioning (Part 1 of 2)
B
5
Establish 5 and 6
communications Refer to
with the LS2100 toolbox document,
GEH-6415
6 6a
No No Download Flash
Do LS2100 and File Is LS2100 newer
versions agree? than file?
(File is newer than LS2100)
Yes Yes
6b 6a and 6b
Refer to
toolbox document,
Upgrade file
GEH- 6415
Review release notes Refer to

toolbox document,
Create version summary
8
Check hardware Refer to
Check firmware toolbox document,
GEH- 6415 and section
Check keypad
Checking the Keypad (DDI)
9
Perform bridge check
and setup, and check
external exciter
interface
10
Perform Crowbar and phase
sequence test and checks
with machine running
End
Figure 6-1. Overview of LS2100 Startup and Commissioning (Part 2 of 2)
Panel Heaters
All procedures in this Each LS2100 may have cabinet heaters. These cabinet heaters should be energized
section were completed and operation verified prior to energizing the control power. Refer to the applicable
successfully for: system elementary and outline drawings for location of components in each
 Heaters cabinet.
With power applied, this equipment contains a potential

hazard of electric shock or burn. Only personnel who are
adequately trained and thoroughly familiar with the
equipment and the instructions should install, operate, or
maintain this equipment.
To minimize hazard of electrical shock or burn, approved
grounding practices and procedures must be strictly
followed.
1. Verify all temporary shipping constraints for cabinet lights have been removed.
These may consist of tape or protective wraps.
2. Energize the ac power feed for the cabinet lights and heaters. Measure the line-
to-line voltage of the ac feed for proper voltage as specified on the applicable
system elementary. Verify that the line and neutral connections are consistent
with the system drawings.
3. Each heater has been hipot checked at the factory prior to shipping. It is not
recommended to megger check heater circuits in the field. Verify that no
flammable materials are in contact with the panel heaters.
4. Turn the ac breaker switch for the heaters to the on position. Each heater should
energize. Verify heater operation with an infrared heat detection device or
carefully feeling for heat several inches above the heater surface.
The heaters are not used to

maintain a constant Once energized, heaters can be very hot. Keep all debris and
temperature but to merely flammable materials from contacting the heater surfaces.
keep the LS2100 above Heater surfaces should never be touched while energized.
ambient temperature.
Auxiliary Power Checkout
Potentially hazardous voltages are

present in the static starter circuits when
power is applied. Use extreme caution
when checking circuitry and voltages.
1. To ensure that power does not exist on the circuits, verify that all breakers are
open (see elementary sheets BA and CB).
2. Unplug LEMPS on the FCSA-L board (see Figure 6-1a and elementary sheet
AF).
3. Remove the three LS2100 power fuses: FU2S (electronic), FUG (gating), and
FUCP (control panel), as on elementary sheet CB.
Control Transformer Secondary
 To check for correct voltage
1. Close the incoming control power circuit breaker (typically, CB1).
2. Verify that voltage at the T1 transformer is between 115 V ac and 130 V ac.
3. Close circuit breaker CB2.
4. Verify that voltage at the T2 transformer is between 115 V ac and 130 V ac.
5. Open CB1 and CB2. Replace fuses FU2S, FUG, and FUCP.
Electronic Power Supply

 To check for correct voltage for the control electronics
1. Close CB2. Then at the control rack (VMEbus rack), verify the presence of P5,
P15, N15 and P24 at the VPBL board (backplane).
2. Open CB2. Then re-insert the boards into the rack.
To prevent equipment damage, do not remove or insert

boards while power is applied to the equipment.
3. Close CB2. Then verify that P5, P15, N15, and P24 remain constant.
4. With all boards in, if necessary, adjust the power supply (PS) to obtain the
following voltages at the VPBL board.
 Adjust V1 until P5 = +5.0 0.1 V
 Adjust V2 until P15 = +15 0.2 V
 Adjust V3 until N15 = -15 0.2 V
 Adjust V4 until P24 = +24 2.0 V
Load Bridge Current Sensor Power Supply
 To check for correct voltage
1. At the FCSA-L (load bridge) LEMPS plug (see Figure 6-1a), verify these
voltages:
 P15 at pin 1
 ACOM at pin 2
 N15, pin 3
2. Reconnect the LEMPS plug at FCSA-L.
3 1 CSPL LEMPS
1 3
12 10
LEM1 LEM2
1 1
TB2 TB4
CT1P CT2P
TB3 TB5
TB1
E1 E2
DS200FCSAG1A
CT1N CT2N GND
Figure 6-1a. FCSA Board Layout (Board is rotated 90° when mounted)
Cooling System Startup Procedure
This equipment contains a potential hazard of electrical
shock or burn. Only those who are adequately trained and
thoroughly familiar with the equipment and the instructions
should install, operate, or maintain this equipment.
 To startup the cooling system using the keypad

1. Turn motor starters M1 and M2 to OFF position.
2. Verify that pump 1 is selected using the keypad’s Cooling Status screen.
3. Before filling the cooling system, jog the pump 1 motor by turning motor starter
M1 to the AUTO position and then quickly returning it to the OFF position.
Confirm that motor blower rotation direction matches the direction of the arrow
on the front of the pump housing. Use motor starter M2 to confirm proper
rotation of pump 2.
Incorrect rotation can cause the pump impeller to unscrew

on the pump shaft and jam against the pump housing.
Do not run the pump dry for more than a few seconds or
seal damage can result.
4. Make sure that the carbon filter and deionizer are in place in the deionizer loop.
5. Make sure that all external piping connections have been made and tested for
leaks.
6. Fill the reservoir to the full mark with deionized or distilled water.
7. Turn all valves in the pump panel to the ON position.
Note The drain valve must be in the ON position to read system pressure correctly.
Make sure that drain cap is tightened securely before opening valve.
8. Orient 3-way diverter valve in the MANUAL position as in Figure 6-2.
Automatic
Position
Manual
Position
Temperature
Regulating
Valve
Figure 6-2. 3-Way Diverter Valve Orientation (Top View)

9. Turn on pump 1 to purge air from the system by turning motor starter M1 to the
AUTO position.
10. Check the system for leaks, especially at the heat exchanger connection points.
Do not empty the reservoir and risk running the pump dry.
11. Stop the pump and refill the reservoir. Record the volume of coolant required to
fill the system for future reference.
Refer GEH-6679, Figure 2-9. 12. Drain half of the volume of water from the system. Replace with propylene
glycol.
13. Repeat the fill and pump cycle until all air is purged from the system and the
reservoir level is stabilized.
Note When the pump is stopped, the reservoir level can rise as coolant flows back
from components above the reservoir. Do not fill the reservoir past the full mark.
14. Air is vented from the pump and deionizer to the reservoir. The bridge and heat
exchanger can have additional manual or continuous vents to the reservoir. Open
these vents to speed purging air, but be careful to avoid losing coolant and
contaminating electric circuits.
15. Verify that the pressure gauge reads between 15 and 40 psi. To ensure adequate
cooling flow, the pressure should not drop below 12 psi. The pressure must be
increased above this level before running the LS2100. A low reading could
result from any of the following:
 Incorrect pump rotation
 Malfunctioning pump
 High-pressure drop through the heat exchanger due to blockage or
excessive pipe lengths
 Malfunctioning pressure gauge
16. The differential pressure switch is factory set for 8 psig (55 kPa).Verify that it is
operating correctly as follows:
 Slowly close and open the outlet valve on pump 1.Verify that pump 2
comes online before the outlet valve is completely closed
 Fully re-open the outlet valve on pump 1. Pump 2 will remain running
 Verify that pump 2 is shown as the running pump on the keypad’s Cooling
Status screen
 Reset faults per the instructions on Page 11. Verify that pump 2 shuts off
and pump 1 turn on. Confirm that pump 1 is the selected pump and running
pump on the Cooling Status screen
17. Check the keypad’s Change Pump control as follows:
 Confirm that motor starters M1 and M2 are in the AUTO position
 Verify pump transfer by pressing the Change Pump pushbutton. Confirm
that pump 2 is the selected pump and running pump on the Cooling Status
screen.
 Press the Change Pump pushbutton again and confirm that pump 1 is the
selected pump and running pump on the Cooling Status screen
18. If the system has blower controls (only in systems that use liquid-to-air heat
exchangers), check them as follows:
 Turn motor starters M3 and M4 to the AUTO position.
 Verify blower transfer by pressing the Change Blower pushbutton.
Confirm that blower 2 is the selected blower and running blower on the
Cooling Status screen
 Press the Change Blower pushbutton again and confirm that blower 1 is
the selected blower and running blower on the Cooling Status screen
Note The Coolant Temp alarm is factory set at 68C (155 F) and the over-
temperature fault is set at 77C (170 F). These should not require adjustment.
19. Check all fittings and hose connections for leaks.

20. Verify the water to propylene glycol mixture.
21. Return the 3-way diverter valve to AUTOMATIC position as in Figure 6-2.
22. Check the coolant resistivity monitor. The resistivity must be above 0.2 M-cm
to operate the static starter. The alarm set point is 1.0 M-cm.
It is not unusual for the resistivity to be low when the system is initially filled. After
several hours of running the pumps, the resistivity should slowly climb above 0.5
M-cm. If the resistivity does not climb above 1.0 M-cm after 12 hours, try the
following:
 Check proper pump rotation

 Switch pumps
 Check that only approved fluids were added to the system
 Remove and clean strainer (see GEH-6680, LS2100 Maintenance and
Troubleshooting Guide)
 Verify coolant flow through the carbon filter and deionizer by feeling the hoses
connected to the devices
 Remove and clean carbon filter (see GEH-6680, LS2100 Maintenance and
 Drain and refill the system with new fluids (see GEH-6680, LS2100
Maintenance and Troubleshooting Guide)
 Replace Deionizer cartridge (see GEH-6680, LS2100 Maintenance and
Repeat Meggar Test

1. Disconnect the ribbon cable at the NATO boards in the source and load bridges.
2. Remove NATO ground at stab JG.
3. Disconnect the load bridge ac filter neutral ground at the top of the load bridge
compartment.
4. Confirm that both source and load-side circuit interrupters are open.
5. Using temporary jumpers, connect together:
 source side buses L1A, L2A, L3A (L1B, L2B, L3B)
 dc buses DCPA, DCNA, (DCPB, DCNB) DCPL, DCNL
 load side buses M1, M2, M3
Note All buses should now be tied together.
6. From any bus, meggar to ground using a 1000 V meggar. Indicated resistance is
expected to be 3 to 5 M at 1000 V dc.
7. If this drive has a load side interrupter, connect together (with temporary
jumpers) its output terminals and meggar to ground. Indicated resistance should
be greater than 100 M.
8. Remove temporary jumpers and reconnect the ribbon cables and grounds.
Note: These arrows
indicate direction of 7 M1
liquid flow. 1
8 M2
2
Reservoir
1 Cap (Fill Here) 3
2 Vent
3 High-Level Alarm
4 Low-Level Alarm
5 Low-Low-Level
Alarm
4
7 8
Manual Isolation 5
Valves
9 Flow into Filters
10 Flow from Pump 1
11 Flow from Pump 2
12 Opens Strainer Pump 1
Drain
13 Flow to Pump 2
14 Flow to Pump 1
9
14
Pressure
Gauge
Deionizer
10
Filter
11
13 Pump 2
Flow 12
To/From
Bridge
Drains Strainer Flow From/To Automatic or Manual

Heat Exchanger Temperature Regulating Valve
Figure 6-3. Typical Liquid Cooling System Layout
Set Overcurrent Level
1. Set the hardware suppression function’s overcurrent level to the values listed on the
elementary diagram (sheet 1KA) or P.Hw_OCPOT_Val (refer to the Finder in the
toolbox).
To do this, use a multimeter to measure at testpoint OCSP and adjust potentiometer
IOC SET on each FCGD board.
2. Insert all boards fully into their slots in the VME rack.
ACTIVE
IMOK
OC
FLT
OCSP Hardware
Overcurrent
Testpoint
IOC
SET
Hardware
OFC1
Overcurrent
OFC3
OFC5
Pot
VAB
VBC
VCA
IA
IC
VDC
IFB View of Board from
FBAR Front of Control Rack
FCBR
FACR
ACOM
Figure 6-4. Location of Overcurrent Pot and Testpoint on FCGD Board
Using the Static Starter Configuration Tools
GEH-6415 describes the The GE Control System Toolbox (toolbox) is a Microsoft® Windows®-based,
LS2100 toolbox installation configuration program used to tune and commission the static starter. The toolbox is
and use. designed with menus, block diagrams, dialog boxes, and wizards. It simplifies and
guides you through the startup and commissioning process.
Using Toolbox Online Help

Tip  It is good practice to refer to the toolbox Help for any part of toolbox
operation or menu and dialog options that you do not understand.
The toolbox Help feature provides detailed information about using the toolbox,
including installation, operation, and system configuration instructions.
For Do this
Menu commands Highlight the command and press function key F1.
Dialog boxes Press F1 when the dialog box displays on the screen.
Click on the desired block with the right mouse button
Block information
and choose Item Help.
Help contents Choose Help then Contents.
Help Choose Help then Using Help.
Choose Help then Contents and Find. From there,
Specific word(s)
enter the word(s) you want to find.
When you select the Help menu on the toolbox main menu bar, a drop-down menu
provides the following options for finding information.
Contents display Help files for the toolbox. It also contains the Find tab with a
work list to search for specific topics.
Using Help displays general instructions on how to use Help.
Item Help displays help for the item selected in the Outline View.
Product Help displays the Help file for the currently loaded product. The file
contains help on parameters, faults, diagrams, and wizards.
Release Notes provides product changes in the toolbox.
Send Problem Report submits a system change request for the toolbox.
Goto Toolbox Web Site takes you to the toolbox home page. (This feature is only
available if you have a connection to the GE intranet.)
About Toolbox… displays the version number of the toolbox.
GE provides the toolbox on the Using the Toolbox
Control System Solutions CD. The remaining procedures in this section require that you use the toolbox. For
Software files will be available more details, refer to GEH-6415, Chapter 3.
on the Turbine HMI or supplied
separately. The following procedures are outlined in Figure 6-1.
 To download static starter software in the toolbox
All LS2100 static starters are pre-
engineered and this file should be 1. When the toolbox is started, the toolbox Work Area displays.
available on the turbine control
2. From the File menu, select Open.
HMI or a software CD supplied with
the static start equipment. 3. Select the static starter configuration file (.lsb).
The firmware pattern used to create the .lsb file must be of the same version as
the pattern loaded in the static starter (the UCVE and DSPC boards). If it is not,
then either the flash code (which contains the pattern version) must be
downloaded from the toolbox to the controls, or the .lsb file must be upgraded.
Refer to GEH-6415, Chapter 3.
Note The toolbox requires the pattern directory to be located under the exact
structure of GE Control System Solutions / LS2100. If this exact directory
structure is not present, you must correct it.
Refer to GEH-6415, Chapter 3.

Associated with the firmware version in the static starter are parameters that vary,
depending on each application. These parameters are stored in the .lsb file.
Tip  .lsb files are typically stored in a project directory. The current standard
directory structure is E:\master\static_start. From the toolbox, select the Options
menu, Settings, and the tab Startup. Click on the option, Select File. The
directory location (if toolbox was setup properly) displays in the text box.
The revision of the firmware used to create the .lsb file must be the same as the
firmware revision loaded into the DSPC and UCVE. To achieve this, it may be
necessary to upgrade the .lsb file to a more recent version. The toolbox can
automatically upgrade older .lsb files to newer revisions.
Note If the version required does not appear, it needs to be installed from the
Control System Solutions CD.
Typically, firmware and hardware revisions are backward compatible with older
revisions. However, occasionally the firmware depends upon a minimum revision of
hardware. The release notes (RelNotes.txt, provided with the toolbox files), provide
an overview of the LS2100 hardware and software relationship.
Checking the Keypad
The operator interface located on the control cabinet front door is the LS2100
Refer to GEH-6679, LS2100 Diagnostic Interface module.
Static Starter Control User
1. Observe that the display’s heartbeat icon is pulsing. This indicates that the
Guide.
keypads can communicate with the LS2100. (The cable from the keypad
connects to the DSPC’s monitor port and the XTFP power supply Mate-N-Lok
connector.)
Note If the keypad’s display cannot be read or contrast is poor, refer to the section,
Adjusting Keypad Display Contrast before proceeding to step 2.
2. If errors are present, use toolbox Help (select Help, Product Help, Contents,
Faults) or LS2100 Maintenance Guide (listed in Equipment/Material Needed in
this chapter) for information.
The keypad can be used to check firmware and hardware versions, run the static
starter, set parameters, reset the LS2100, and provide many other functions to control
the static starter.
g LS2100 Static Starter Control

LS2100 Health
& Status Icons
Speed
3375 RPM 0 50% 100%
Output amps
1000 A rms Not ready
0 50% 100%
Speed Ref Output Volts Output Power
Ready
3500 RPM 4160 V rms 1500 hp
Coolant Temp Source Volts DC Link Volts
2080 V rms Running
60 deg F 0.01 edo
Navigation Control
Reset Change
Status Faults Pump
Menu
Cooling
Status
Change
Blower
o
Escape Enter
- +
Display: Pushbuttons:
Status screens provide analog and digital Organized into functional groups:
representation of static starter functions and values.
Navigation buttons for using the menu
Menu screens provide text-based access to LS2100 Control buttons
parameters, wizards, and faults.
Figure 6-5. Front View of the Keypad
Adjusting Keypad Display Contrast
You can improve visibility of the keypad display by adjusting the contrast. This can
be done using either the keypad or the toolbox.
 To adjust keypad display contrast using the toolbox

You should not see “Offline” on 1. Check that the LS2100 is communicating with the PC (the Go on/offline
the toolbox status bar (bottom
right side of screen). button is selected).
2. In the Outline View, expand the items by clicking on the plus sign next to
Main Menu, General Setup, Keypad, and Keypad Meters.
3. Double-click Keypad contrast adj to display the Edit Parameter dialog
box. The dialog box displays the value Range for this parameter.
4. In the Value text box area, enter a number, click Send To Drive and then
click OK.
5. From the Device menu, select Reset Drive and Hard Reset, which resets the
display to the new value.
Toolbox menu
bar selections.
If the display is still not readable, contact GE Product Service (refer to Chapter 1,
How to Get Help).
 To adjust keypad display contrast using the keypad

 Hold the orange MENU down and press the Up Arrow (▲) or Down Arrow
(▼) navigation buttons to increase or decrease the contrast (see Figure 6-5).
Commissioning the Static Starter
Commissioning is the final stage of starting up an LS2100 lineup. To complete the
following steps, it is assumed that the LS2100 has all connections completed, control
power has been applied, software has been loaded and all faults cleared. During this
testing, some access to the turbine control HMI will be necessary, but most steps are
run from the toolbox.
Overview of LS2100 Parameters
The parameter settings are pre-engineered prior to shipping

and should not require adjustment. GE Salem should be
contacted prior to any parameter modifications.
Note The procedures in this chapter are based on sample parameter values. Any
parameter values referenced should not be used for any specific job. If a parameter
value is in doubt, contact GE Salem for clarification.
Application specific data has been entered into the LS2100 parameters found in the
toolbox software files. These parameters provide the data for the application rules
used in the toolbox during the validation and calculation of settings for the LS2100.
Occasionally, specific parameter values require changes prior to initial operation of
the equipment. Any changes to parameters should be saved in the .lsb file by
uploading the parameter values from the LS2100 to the toolbox (refer to Optional:
Uploading the .lsb File in this chapter).
To access the block diagrams, Parameters may be adjusted individually from the toolbox menus, the block diagram,
from the toolbox Outline or the keypad. Changing parameter values while the LS2100 is running is not
View, select Diagram. recommended, although some parameters, such as diagnostic setups, can be adjusted
with minimal risk while running. In the following paragraphs, parameters will be
designated by P. parameter name and variables designated by V. variable name.
Downloads of LS2100 parameters are performed in two separate steps. Both the
application layer software (UCVE) and the static starter regulator software (DSPC)
are sent to the LS2100. The RED and BLUE down arrow icons are used through the
toolbox. Individual parameters can be changed when the LS2100 is running. An
entire parameter download to the DSPC processor (using the Blue down arrow icon
from the toolbox) is allowed, but the changes will be effective only after a DSPC
hard reset. The toolbox will notify the user that the static starter requires a hard reset.
This will cause the unit to trip if it is done while the static starter is running.
While not recommended, an entire download of the application layer software,
UCVE, (using the Red down arrow icon from the toolbox) is allowed while the static
starter is running.
 If a minor difference exists, then download to memory and download to
permanent storage is allowed.
 If a major difference exists, only a download to permanent storage is allowed.
Changes to diagnostic tables can also be download while the static starter is
running.
Viewing Parameter Differences
If the parameters in the toolbox are not equal to parameters in the static starter, a not
equal sign  displays in the status bar. To display the differences, double-click on the
not equal sign . This causes the toolbox to compare its parameter values with those
in the LS2100.
Calculate Parameter Final Values

Final values are calculated from parameters. These values are present in the LS2100,
but are not normally viewable in the toolbox unless they are overwritten. The  sign
at the bottom of the pattern screen does not include final values. The toolbox
indicates that overrides exist in the pattern by displaying a red O on the taskbar.
The toolbox uses the parameter settings that were entered to calculate the parameter
final values. If parameter final values are overridden, running the toolbox
Build/Calc routine will not update these values.
Privilege levels provide  To view and clear overrides with Level 4 privilege
different types of access to the
devices. 1. From the toolbox, select the Finder button , then Overrides, and
Update.
Level 4 privilege allows
changing parameters and 2. Double-click on the desired item.
editing hardware, and 3. Select Clear Override then Override in Device.
requires a password.
4. Select Device, Reset Drive, Hard Reset.
Overrides are typically not required and should be avoided.
Bridge Check and Setup
The following procedures make use of the Toolbox program:
Establish Toolbox communication with the control through Ethernet connection to
the UC card. Verify parameter and application code equality before proceeding.
You are now ready to proceed with the bridge check procedure. Bridge check and
setup is performed in six stages, which are as follows:
Current Feedback Burden Resistor Value

Before testing the resistors, the current feedback cables must be disconnected from
the VPBL backplane.
Using the multimeter, verify and measure the resistors on the VPBL board (control
rack VMEbus backplane) against elementary sheet FP. Use relative measurement
mode to compensate the meter lead resistance.
Shorted SCRs
Using a multimeter, check across each SCR in the bridges. Measurement should
indicate over 200 k.
SCR Gate Test

1. Verify that the source and load (if used) circuit interrupters are open.
2. From the Toolbox, select Diagram from the Outline View.
3. From the LS2100 Static Starter Overview diagram (in the Summary View),
select the Gate Test diagram under Startup Tests. From this screen you will
be able to perform gate test on:
- all legs on Source A Bridge.
- all legs on Source B Bridge
- all legs on Load Bridge
Repeat the following steps 4 and 5 for each bridge.
4. Modify the parameter values P.Ut_Gate_Per to 100msec.
5. Check the SCR gating paths by repeating the following steps for each leg of the
bridge:
a. Select the leg to be tested by setting P.Ut_Leg_Sel. Start the test by pressing
the Start Gate button in the diagram for the bridge being tested.
b. Verify that the associated FGPA board LED is blinking (FGPA is located
inside the bridge compartment). Refer to table 6.1
c. Connect the oscilloscope’s channel 1 (triggering channel) to resistor R101
on the FGPA board. This shows the gating command signal from the FCGD
board.
Note Always use DC coupling on the oscilloscope channels.
d. Connect a current probe to the oscilloscope’s channel 2.
e. With the current probe, look at the gate current of each SCR while
simultaneously monitoring the corresponding gating command signal. The
two signals should line up with each other as in Figure 6-7.
f. Hook the current probe to each of the SCR gate leads (white wire) with the
arrow on the current probe pointing toward the SCR.
g. Verify that the waveform has the same characteristics as in Figure 6-7.
h. Connect the oscilloscope’s channel 1 (triggering channel) to R201 (see
Figure 6-6) and repeat steps C through F.
i. Terminate the user test by pressing the Stop Test button on the diagram.
Each leg test should be terminated before starting the test for the next bridge
and before proceeding to step 5.
6. From the toolbox, save the configuration file to your pc hard drive.
Table 6-1. Assignment for FGPA LEDs
P.Ut_Leg_Sel FGPA Board LED

Leg 1 P1A DS101
Leg 2 P3A DS201
Leg 3 P2A DS101
Leg 4 P1A DS201
Leg 5 P3A DS101
Leg 6 P2A DS201
R201 -- Attach
Scope Channel 1
Lead Here to Test
SCR Legs 2, 4, & 6
DS201
GATEB RX
R101
DS101
GATEA RX
(Close-up View R101 -- Attach
of Board Area) Scope Channel 1
Lead Here to Test
SCR Legs 1, 3, & 5
B B B B B B B B B B B B E203
BGND
U306 U305 U304 U303 U302 U301 U312 U311 U310 U309 U308 U307
E202
BGATE2
TP401
TP306
E201
TP305 TP304 TP303 TP302 TP301 TP312 TP311 TP310 TP309 TP308 TP307
BGATE1
100ND1 100N D2 100ND3 100ND4 100ND5 100ND6 100ND7 100ND8 100ND9 100ND10 100ND11 100ND12 P5
11OFF 12OFF
DS308 DS307
U318 TP203 TP204
STATUS
U304
VSWB IBKPB
G
TP313 PSOK
DS401
U201 1MHZ
BGATEIN
U305
B
TP316
DS201
U313
Q402 TP315
AGATEIN
GATEB RX 250KHZ
B
DS101
TP314
U101 GATEA RX
C209
500KHZ
TP210
RTV REQUIRED
0403A
0404A
0RELB
TP206
TP201 CPULB
Q403 Q404 TP209 TP207 Q205
TP403
1PSHB
1RELB CPSGB
1
Q204
DC OMB
TP202
TP404 1PULB
P15
1PSHA Q104
TP101
Q105 TP402
T403 TP107
1PULA
DC OMA
CPSHA
TP102
Q401
C109 RTV REQUIRED
DN42 TP108 TP110 TP109
CPULA 0RELA 1RELA

0401A
DN42A
1 16
T401 C106
D401 DN43
T101
LONG LEAD
RTV REQUIRED
DN43A
D401A
SHORT LEAD
1
SHORT LEAD
LONG LEAD
D411 D413 AFTER SOLDER
8 9
(-) (-)
D411A
D413A
TP105
C402 C403
L101 VLNKA
HERE
HERE
HERE
HERE
APPLY
APPLY
APPLY
APPLY
RTV
RTV
RTV
RTV
TP103 TP104 E101

AGATE1
VSWA IBKPA
D412 D414 E102
MV401 AGATE2
D412A
D414A
AC2
E103
3
AGND
TP406
TP405
P40
1
AC1 P1 P2 E401 P90

2
RT401
T402
GND DS200FGPAG1A
FGPA Board Front View
Figure 6-6. Location of Resistors R101 and R201 on FGPA Board
Figure 6-7. Oscilloscope Reading for Gate Current Check
Null Dc Offset at Reconstructed Flux Testpoints
1. Verify that the control power supply has been on for several hours so that the
temperature of the power supply and electronics has stabilized. Failure to let
system temperatures stabilize could lead to inaccurate null offset values.
2. Connect the multimeter in mV dc scale and monitor testpoint FACR at the
Source A FCGD board (see Figure 6-8).
Note Use the ACOM testpoint at the same FCGD board for dc offset measurement.
3. From the toolbox, modify parameter sa_facrnull to achieve an approximate 0

mVdc reading at the testpoint. If the dc reading exceeds 10 mV, the board
should be replaced.
4. Perform steps 2 and 3 for testpoints FACR, FCBR and FBAR on each of the
three FCGD cards:
Board Testpoint Parameter
Source A FCGD FACR sa_facrnull
Source A FCGD FCBR sa_fcbrnull
Source A FCGD FBAR sa_fbarnull
Source B FCGD FACR sb_facrnull

Source B FCGD FCBR sb_fcbrnull
Source B FCGD FBAR sb_fbarnull
Load FCGD FACR la_facrnull

Load FCGD FCBR la_fcbrnull
Load FCGD FBAR la_fbarnull
5. From the toolbox, save the configuration file to your computer hard drive.
ACTIVE
IMOK
LEDs
OC
FLT
Testpoint
OCSP
Hardware
Overcurrent
IOC
SET Pot
OFC1
OFC3
OFC5
VAB
VBC
VCA
IA
IC
Testpoints
VDC
IFB
FBAR
FCBR
FACR
ACOM
Figure 6-8. View of FCGD Board at Front of Control Rack
Source No Load Full Voltage Checkout
Setup Checks. The test in this section requires that the source bridge power be
connected and available.
With power applied, this equipment contains a potential
hazard of electric shock or burn. Only adequately trained
persons who are thoroughly familiar with the equipment and
the instructions should install or maintain this equipment.
1. Verify that the SWGRT relay trips the breaker 52SS if the control detects a
fault.
2. Verify that the source breaker trip contact wires directly to the LS2100 control.
3. Verify that the source breaker 52A contact closes when the breaker closed.
4. Make sure that the control is functioning properly. This includes the UCVE,
DSPC, FCGD, and DDTB boards, the VersaMax™ and the Keypad.
5. Check for any fault indications, and fix and clear if found.
6. From the toolbox, verify that parameter sa_fluxcap is set per the static starter’s
input frequency:
= 6 for a 50 Hz source
= 7 for a 60 Hz source.
Source A Voltage Signal Phasing and Balancing. After completing the
previous setup checks, verify correct voltage phase and balance, as follows:
1. Close the source-side circuit interrupter.
 From the toolbox, select the SaCelTst diagram
 Click the Start Src A Cel Stat button in the diagram to verify all SCRs in
the source bridge A are blocking.
 To terminate the user test, click Stop Test button on the diagram.
 Connect an oscilloscope to simultaneously observe the waveforms on test
points SAVA, SAVB, and SAVC on the VPBL board at the bottom of the
VME rack. The measured voltage should be approximately 1.73 V ac.
2. Verify SCR blocking state.
 From the Toolbox, select Diagram from the Outline View. From the
LS2100 Static Starter Overview diagram (in the Summary View), select
the SaCelTst diagram under Startup Tests.
From this screen, you will be able to perform cell test on the source A bridge.
 Click the Start Src A Cel Stat button on the diagram to verify all SCRs
in the source bridge A are blocking.
 Click the Stop Test button on the diagram to stop the test.
3. Connect an rms-measuring meter to testpoint FBAR on the SA-FCGD.
4. From the toolbox, modify P.sa_scale_vba to obtain voltage as follows:
Actual _ System _ Voltage
FBAR  x4.75 Vac  rms
Normal _ System _ Voltage
Where: Normal System Voltage is given on the elementary drawing.
5. Connect the multimeter to the FCBR testpoint. From the toolbox, modify
P.sa_scale_vcb to obtain the same rms voltage as above.
6. Repeat for the FACR testpoint using parameter P..sa_scale_vac.
7. From the toolbox Trend Recorder, display V.Sap1t_Freq (source frequency),
V.sa_Vmag (source A pu voltage magnitude) and V.Sa_Fmag (source A pu
flux magnitude). Verify whether the trender values are correct.
Source B Voltage Signal Phasing and Balancing

1. Close the source-side circuit interrupter if it is not closed.
2. From the toolbox, select the SbCelTst diagram.
3. Click the Start Src B Cel Stat button in the diagram to verify all SCRs in the
source bridge A are blocking.
4. To terminate the user test, click the Stop Test button on the diagram.
5. Connect an oscilloscope to simultaneously observe the waveforms on VPBL
board testpoints SBVA, SBVB, and SBVC.
6. Confirm that phase sequence is 1-2-3 and all these are approximately equal.
 (For phase sequence 1-2-3, SBVA leads SBVB leads SBVC)
 Actual_system_voltage = (ATTN RATIO) x V-LL
 Where: V-LL is measured (using ac scale) between any two line-to-ground
voltage signals (SBVA, SBVB, and SBVC on the VPBL board).
 ATTN RATIO is as follows: 666.8
 See the elementary drawing (1KA) to confirm the actual ATTN RATIO.
7. Using the multimeter, measure the dc voltage offset (w.r.t. ACOM of the same
FCGD) at testpoints VBA, VCB, and VAC at SB-FCGD. This value must be
less than 5 mV.
8. Connect an rms-measuring meter to testpoint FBAR on SB-FCGD.
9. From the toolbox, establish communication with the control. On the toolbar,
click Go on/offline .
10. From the toolbox, modify parameter P.sa_scale_vba to obtain voltage as
follows:
Actual _ System _ Voltage
FBAR  x4.75 Vac  rms
Normal _ System _ Voltage
Where Normal System Voltage is given on the elementary drawing.

11. Connect the multimeter to the FCBR testpoint. From the toolbox, modify (and
send to device) parameter P.sa_scale_vcb to obtain the same rms voltage as
above.
12. Repeat for FACR testpoint using parameter P.sa_scale_vac.
13. Using an oscilloscope, observe SAVA and SBVA on the VPBL board. Check
whether the SA-source, which is the master channel, leads/lags the SB-source,
which is the follower (slave) channel by 30°.
14. From the toolbox, modify parameter Sb_Leads_Sa according to measurement in
step 13.
15. Check the Keypad for the correct source voltage display.
16. From the toolbox trender, display Sapll_Freq (source frequency), sb_vmag
(source B pu voltage magnitude) and Sb_Fmag (source B pu flux magnitude).
Verify whether the trender values are correct.
Load Control Check

This procedure uses voltage signals from the source bridge. Check the Load A
voltage signal phasing and balancing. The procedure is as follows:
1. Open source switchgear/interrupter if it is closed.
2. Turn control power off.
3. Disconnect ribbon cables at LAJV and SAJV and swap.
4. Turn control power on.
5. If the source under voltage fault trips the source switchgear/interrupter, you
must mask out the source uv alarm. Masking out the source uv alarm prevents
the source uv fault from occurring. From the toolbox, determine the present
setting for parameter Flt_Msk_3 and record it here ___________.
To mask the source uv alarm, set bit # 12 (1000 hex) of parameter Flt_Msk_3.
Record the new value here __________. From the toolbox, modify the new
value for parameter Flt_Msk_3.
6. Close source side circuit interrupter.
7. Connect an oscilloscope to simultaneously observe the waveforms on VPBL
board test points LAVA, LAVB, and LAVC. Confirm that phase sequence is 1-
2-3 and all these are approximately equal. For phase sequence 1-2-3, LAVA
leads LAVB leads LAVC.
8. Calculate the following quantity, the value will be used later in this procedure:
Simulate_actual_load_voltage = (ATTN RATIO) x V-LL = _______________
Where V-LL is measured (using ac scale) between any two line-to-ground
voltage signals (LAVA, LAVB, and LAVC on the VPBL board). The
measured voltage should be approximately 3 V ac.
ATTN RATIO is as follows: 1332.55
See the elementary drawing to confirm the actual ATTN RATIO.
9. Using the multimeter, measure the dc voltage offset (with respect to ACOM of
the same FCGD) at testpoints VBA, VCB, and VAC at LA-FCGD. This value
should be less than 5 mV.
10. Connect the multimeter for measuring rms to testpoint FBAR on LA-FCGD.
From the toolbox, modify parameter la_scale_vba to obtain FBAR voltage as
follows:
Simulate_Actual_Load _Voltage FRQM
FBAR    4 .75 V ac  rms
Normal _ Load_Voltage FRQS
Where:
Simulate_Actual_Load_Voltage was calculated in step 8.
Normal Load Voltage is given on the elementary drawing.
FRQM is the motor base frequency, defined by parameter frqm
FRQS is the source frequency, defined by parameter frqs
The value for parameter la_scale_vba should be within 15% of the factory-
calculated value.
11. Repeat step 9 for FCBR testpoint using parameter la_scale_vcb to achieve the
same rms voltage. The value should be within 15% of the factory-calculated
value.
12. Repeat step 9 for FACR testpoint using parameter la_scale_vac to achieve the
same rms voltage. The value should be within 15% of the factory-calculated
value.
13. Check the Keypad for the correct output voltage display.
14. From the toolbox trender, display Lapll_Freq (load/motor frequency), La_Vmag
(load A pu voltage magnitude) and La_Fmag (load A pu flux magnitude).
Verify that the Toolbox trender values are correct.
15. Open source switchgear/interrupter.
16. From the toolbox, return the parameter Flt_Msk_3 to the original value recorded
in step 3.
18. Turn control power off.
19. Return the LAJV and SAJV to their original positions.
20. Turn control power on.
EX2100 Excitation Control Interface Checks
The external exciter interface is checked using an open loop alpha test. The object of
the test is to verify that the EX2100 exciter can be controlled from the 0 to 10 V dc
reference originating in the LS2100 Static Starter control. This test must be
coordinated with the checkout of the EX2100 exciter. Refer to the following
document:
GEH-6631 EX2100 Excitation Control, Installation and Startup
1. Command the exciter controller to run, and monitor generator field current
through an external (to static starter) means.
2. From the toolbox, select the ExRefTst diagram.
3. From the toolbox, set the parameter P.Exc_Tst_Ref to 0 v
4. Click the Start Exc Ref button in the diagram. This starts the user test with the
exciter firing angle set to alpha = 90º.
5. From the toolbox, vary the field exciter reference voltage parameter
P.Exc_Tst_Ref until the full range has been checked.
Do not increase the exciter current above the maximum value allowed at turning
gear speed, per elementary diagram sheet 1GA.
Note Be careful when advancing the exciter-firing angle. This is an open loop test
and a small angle advance from 90º may result in significant current.
6. To terminate the user test, click the Stop Test button on the diagram.
Crowbar Test
The crowbar test permits controllable dc link current to be circulated without
involving the generator stator windings. On the load side, the dc current circulates
through one or more diametric cell pairs, bypassing the generator. An oscilloscope is
used to check whether the source side CT's are phased correctly.
GE recommends that the operation of the LCI in crowbar

mode should never exceed five seconds while operating at any
current level due to the high thermal stress on the
DS200FGPA boards. A 10-minute cool-off time is required
after any crowbar test. The crowbar test current checks
should be setup with an oscilloscope preconfigured to capture
and hold the desired waveform, then started and immediately
stopped. In either direct terminal mode or using the GE
Toolbox wizard, this can be accomplished in less than five
seconds.
1. Clear all existing faults.

2. Apply source power to the bridge. Make sure that source breaker status input to the
DDTB DS2 is lit.
3. From the toolbox, select Diagram from the Outline View. From the LS2100
Static Starter Overview diagram (in Summary View), select the CrwbrTst
diagram under Startup Tests. From this screen you will be able to perform the
crowbar test.
4. From the toolbox, determine the present setting for the following parameters:
 crmin = _____________ (minimum current)
 srcl1 = _____________ (speed regulator output clamp)
5. From the toolbox, modify the following parameters:
 crmin = 0.1
 srcl1 = 0.1
6. Connect the oscilloscope’s channel 1 (the triggering channel) to the SA-FCGD
board’s testpoint 0FC1.
7. Connect oscilloscope channel 2 to SA-FCGD testpoint IA.
8. To start the test, click Start Crowbar and immediately click the Stop Test
button in the diagram. The waveform should be captured. Refer to figure 6-9.
9. Connect oscilloscope channel 2 to SA-FCGD testpoint IFB. Click Start
Crowbar and click the Stop Test button within five seconds or less. Check
the current feedback at SA-FCGD testpoint IFB for 0.3  0.1 V dc
(approximately 3.0 V dc = 1 pu). Current signal IFB must appear stable when
viewed on the oscilloscope.
10. From the toolbox, modify parameter srcl1 = 0.2, crmin = 0.2 (20% current
command). Click Start Crowbar and click Stop Test within five seconds
or less. Current should now be continuous (not going to zero).
11. Connect oscilloscope channel 2 back to SA-FCGD testpoint IA. Repeat step 8
actions for the following test point pairs: 0FC1/IA, 0FC5/IC for the Source A
bridge, 0FC1/IA, 0FC5/IC for the Source B bridge (SB-FCGD). Verify that the
load currents (LA-FCGD) are zero for this test using a voltmeter.
12. If any of the current signals are inverted from what is in Figure 6-9 complete the
following:
Figure 6-9. Oscilloscope Reading for Crowbar Test Current Check
a. Make sure that the channel on the oscilloscope is not inverted.

b. If it is not, then the CT signal is inverted. Correct this by swapping the CT leads
at bridge TB.
If any current pulses are missing, then an SCR is not firing.
Note When circulating current in the crowbar mode, the current should be applied
for no more than five seconds. The crowbar test can be stopped by clicking the Stop
Test button in the toolbox diagram.
13. Run the hardware suppression test, as follows:
a. Adjust pot OC (monitor on OC_SP testpoint) to 1.5 V dc (approximately 0.5
pu).
b. From the toolbox, set parameter srcl1, crmin to 0.4. Click Start Crowbar and
immediately click Stop Test. The unit should not trip.
c. From the toolbox, set parameter srcl1, crmin to 0.6. Click Start Crowbar and
immediately click Stop Test. The unit should trip the source breaker and the
red OC (over current) LED should come on.
d. Check for the appropriate fault message on the Keypad and Toolbox Active
Fault list.
e. Re-adjust pot OC to the value shown on the drive elementary or
P.Hw_OCPOT_Val (which is calculated from the COP Rules).
Note When this test is running, the hardware over current pot (OC POT) alarms will
be generated. The alarms will be cleared once the OC POT values are changed to the
actual value after the test.
14. If needed the crowbar test can be stopped by clicking the Stop Test button in the
toolbox diagram.
15. From the toolbox, modify the following parameters to their original values
(recorded in step 4):
 crmin = original value
 srcl1 = original value
Phase Sequence Test
The purpose of this test is to verify that the cables between the LS2100 and the
synchronous machine are connected to give the correct phase sequence.
Note This test requires the mechanical turning gear to be operational.
1. From the toolbox, select Diagram from the Outline View. From the LS2100
Static Starter Overview diagram (in the Summary View), select the ExRefTst
diagram under Startup Tests.
2. Command the exciter controller to run, and monitor generator field current
through an external (to static starter) means.
3. From the toolbox, set the parameter P.Exc_Tst_Ref to 0 v
4. Click the Start Exc Ref button in the diagram. This starts the user test with the
exciter firing angle set to alpha = 90º.
5. From the toolbox, vary the field exciter reference voltage parameter
P.Exc_Tst_Ref until approximately 100 Amps dc through the machine field is
achieved:
Do not increase the exciter current above the maximum value allowed at turning
gear speed, per elementary diagram sheet 1GA.
Note Be careful when advancing the exciter control-firing angle. This is an open
loop test and a small angle advance from 90º may result in significant current.
6. Close the SS_LCI output isolator and/or the stator assignment switches
according to your site’s safety procedures.
7. Connect a chart recorder to the LA-FCGD board, as follows:
 Channel 1 to testpoint FBAR
 Channel 2 to testpoint FCBR
 Channel 3 to testpoint FACR
8. These signals will be at low frequency (approximately 0.1 Hz) and low
magnitude. Check for proper phase sequence:
 FBAR should lead FCBR by 120
 FCBR should lead FACR by 120
If phase sequence is wrong, check and correct cabling from the LS2100 to the
synchronous machine.
9. From the toolbox, command the exciter reference P.Exc_Tst_Ref back to 0 v.
10. To terminate the user test. Click the Stop Test button on the diagram.
12. Open the output isolator/switchgear.
Checks with the Machine Running
The bearing monitor should be functioning at this point to

protect the machine.
Initial Checks and Setup

1. Check for bearing and stator temperature rise while the machine is running.
2. Check vibration and the lubrication system.
3. From the toolbox, setup the DSP d/a converters by modifying the parameters
listed below (refer to Toolbox diagram DiagAOut):
Converter Parameter Setting
DAC # 1 Diag_Dac1_Ad run
Diag_Dac1_Of 0
Diag_Dac1_Sc 1
DAC # 2 Diag_Dac2_Ad Uc_Srr_Ref
Diag_Dac2_Of 0
Diag_Dac2_Sc 1
DAC # 3 Diag_Dac3_Ad Lac_Mode
Diag_Dac3_Of 0
Diag_Dac3_Sc 10
DAC # 4 Diag_Dac4_Ad SR_Fbk
Diag_Dac4_Of 0
Diag_Dac4_Sc 3.33
DAC # 5 Diag_Dac5_Ad La_Vmag
Diag_Dac5_Of 0
Diag_Dac5_Sc 1
4. Connect the 8 channel chart recorder as listed below:

Channel Variable Range Function
1 IFB - SA-FCGD 0 – 5 V dc, 0 at bottom Source dc link current
2 FCBR - LA-FCGD 0 – 12.5 V dc, 0 center Load flux
3 DA3 - VPBL 0 – 10 V dc, 0 at bottom Assigned to Lac_Mode
4 DA4 - VPBL 0 – 10 V dc, 0 at bottom Assigned to SR_Fbk
5 IA - LA-FCGD 0 – 6 V dc, 0 center Load phase A current
6 DA5 - VPBL 0 – 12 V dc, 0 at bottom Assigned to La_Vmag
7 TP15 - DDTB 0 – 10 V dc, 0 at bottom EX2100 reference
8 DA2 - VPBL 0 – 10 V dc, 0 at bottom Mark V/VI speed reference
5. From the toolbox, setup the DSP capture buffer by modifying the following
parameters (refer to Toolbox diagram Capture):
Parameter Setting
Cap_Tsk_Exec Task2 (1440hz)
Cap_P_Mult 1
Cap_Enb_Dly -1
Cap_Pre_Samp 0.8
Cap_Trig_Adr Trip_Flt
Cap_Trig_Mod Greater_Than
Cap_Trig_Lvl 0
Cap_Trig_Typ Edge
Cap_Chan_Cfg Cap_8_Chan
Cap_1_Adr Invlim
Cap_2_Adr Spdstr
Cap_3_Adr Sfb_Zxo
Cap_4_Adr CR_Cmd
Cap_5_Adr Sa_Idc_Link
Cap_6_Adr La_Fmag
Cap_7_Adr Sa_Alph_Cmd
Cap_8_Adr La_Alph_Cmd
6. From the toolbox, setup the Trender to capture the following variables / signals:
Name Sig / Var Description
Uc_Srr_Ref speed reference from turbine control
Speed speed feedback
Spdstr speed reference after ramp
Sr_Fbk speed feedback
Amps drive current
Tcom drive torque command
CR_Cmd drive current reference
Sb_Vmag source b voltage
Sa_Vmag source a voltage
Sa_Fmag source a flux
Sa_Alpha source a firing angle
Sa_Idc_Link source a dc link current
La_Vmag load voltage
La_Fmag load flux
La_Alpha load firing angle
La_Idc_Link load dc link current
Fr_Fbk flux feedback
Flux_sp flux reference
Fld_Alph_Cmd field exciter command
Mtr_Flx_Absm output flux
Lac_Mode load angle command mode
Mode_Flag bit coded mode flag
Invlim inversion limit coded word
Run run logical
Start and Run the Generator

1. Check that pump and control power is applied.
2. Clear all alarms and faults (refer to GEH-6680, Chapter 4).
3. Close the source switchgear.
4. On the keypad, check the READY indicator.
5. Initiate run through the turbine control. The following process must happen:
a. The appropriate stator/field assignment switches/contactors should close.
Turbine control should be set up to call for purge speed at this point.
b. After delay for field build-up, as set by parameter fcdelay, the static starter
should begin making current at a level set by parameter srcl1.
c. Running mode is indicated by the voltage level at DA3 testpoint located at
the VPBL board (footer of the control rack).
lac_mode Output at Operating Mode
Value DA3
0 0.0 V dc Idle mode no current
1 1.0 V dc Fixed time forced commutated mode
2 2.0 V dc Segment fire forced commutated mode
3 3.0 V dc PLL fire forced commutated mode
4 4.0 V dc PLL load (self) commutated mode
d. If the hardware segment indicator is enabled in the LS2100 control, it

changes from idle mode control to segment fire mode operation (bypass fix
fire mode).
e. If the hardware segment indicator has been disabled, the LS2100 control
changes from idle mode operation to fix fire mode operation.
f. Machine stator current is switching at a frequency set by parameter stfreq.
In fix fire mode control, the drive should produce a minimum number of
firings set by parameter fix_firings before segment fire mode is allowed.
g. As the machine stator frequency increases, machine flux should also
increase as observed on channel 3 of the recorder: 1 pu flux = 6.7 V peak
h. If flux fails to build to a substantial level by the time stator frequency
reaches 1.0 Hz, the machine has failed to start.
i. If the machine starts successfully when the mode signal is on, DA3 switches
to 2.0 V dc (segment fire mode) and the speed regulator becomes active.
j. Current limit is set by parameter srcl. When the mode signal on DA3
switches to 3.0 V dc, it indicates that PLL forced commutation mode is
active.
k. Frequency must continue to increase. At frequency set by parameter
lcf_trxu_spd (1.5 – 3 Hz typically), the mode signal at DA3 should increase
from 3.0 V dc to 4.0 V dc indicating transition to load commutation mode
of operation.
l. The static starter should eventually reach and regulate purge speed.
m. Signals at the LA-FCGD board should be per Figure 6-9. If not, correct the
polarity or wiring.
n. Because of the turbine-generator’s extremely high inertia, the LS2100
operates in current limit when the turbine is accelerating. At low speed, the
static starter’s current is limited to a relatively low value to minimize
induced harmonic current in the machine rotor. As the speed increases, the
current limit is recalibrated.
6. Stop the static starter and allow coast down to turning gear speed.
Load Flux Feedback Check
1. Start the LS2100 and run up to purge speed.
2. Connect the oscilloscope differentially between test points LAVA and LAVC at
the VME backplane (VPBL board).
3. Record the peak voltage of the waveform, Vac-pk.
4. Calculate pu volts, as follows:
Vac _ pk  _ ratio
atten
PU _ Volt 
2  Rated _ motor_ volt
5. Using the Hz scale on the multimeter, measure the frequency of the FCBR
waveform Freq_m at the load FCGD board.
6. Calculate pu frequency, as follows.
Freq _m
PU _ Freq 
frqm
7. Calculate pu motor flux (volts/Hz), as follows:
PU _ Volt
PU _ Flux 
PU _ Freq
8. The flux signals FBAR, FCBR, and FACR at the load FCGD board should then
have the following rms voltages:
FBAR, FCBR, FACR  4.75 Vrms  PU_ Flux
Keypad Display Readings

1. Run the LS2100 to purge speed.
2. Check and verify that the Keypad display is correct for the following values. If
incorrect, check the associated parameter against the elementary drawing, as
follows:
Motor Value Parameter
motor rpm pu_rpm
motor volts pu_mvolt
output amps pu_amp
source volts pu_svolt
Control Start
Refer to Figures 6-3 and 6-4. Verify the that the DSPC processor board, located in the control rack, has started
correctly, as follows:
All procedures in this section
were completed successfully The DSPC has the following LED indications:
for:  Green status LED steady on or blinking
 UCVE  DSPC  Red fault LED blinking indicating an alarm status or off (solid red indicates a
fault condition)
The UCVE has the following LED indications:
 Green OK LED steady on
 Green ACTIVE LED steady on
 Green ENET LED blinking if the Ethernet communications are connected and
active. Off, if no Ethernet communications are enabled.
 Green Status LEDs will be alternating in a clockwise progression.
For the other boards in the rack, check that the green power LEDs (IMOK) are
steady on.
Notes
Chapter 7 Changeover I/O
Configuration
Introduction
VersaMax I/O provides the optional changeover function. The changeover function
provides all the switching between two static starters and up to eight gas
turbine/generators. The changeover function allows the operator to select both the
static starter and the turbine/generator set to be started.
The VersaMax I/O provides the status of all isolation switches and gas turbine/
generator switches to the static starter controllers through an Ethernet data link.
Analog input, analog output, digital input, and digital output modules are provided to
accomplish this function. Panel mounted relays, driven through VersaMax I/O, are
provided to control the switchgear.
The VersaMax I/O Ethernet interface units connect to the local changeover hub and
remote changeover hub. The local changeover hub connects to the LAN 2 port on the
UCVx board. Fiber-optic cables are required to connect between the fiber-optic hubs
located in each of the two LS2100 control panels (see Figure 4-1).
The local changeover hub on one LS2100 control panel connects to the remote
changeover hub located on the other LS2100 control panel that is part of the same
changeover network. Thus each LS2100 is able to see the state of the I/O on the
other side of the 89TS tie switch, enabling either LS2100 to start any of the gas
turbines connected to the changeover network.
The changeover I/O is on a private Ethernet network. Each device has a fixed IP
address. The addresses are listed below.
Section Page
System Overview .....................................................................................................7-2
VersaMax I/O EBI001 Network Interface Unit (NIU) Configuration......................7-3
Location of the NIU and the VersaMax I/O modules (GFK-1504H).........7-4
Hardware Configuration Files....................................................................7-4
GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup Chapter 7 Changeover I/O Configuration • 7-1
System Overview
The Changeover I/O is on a private Ethernet network. Each device has a fixed IP
address. Those addresses are as follows:
a) UCVx EGD port 1 is UDH (LS2100 #1 IP: 192.168.101.110) (LS2100 #2 IP:

192.168.101.120)
b) UCVx EGD port 2 is LDH (LS2100 #1 and LS2100 #2 producer IP address:
195.0.0.127) VersaMax I/O local data highway
c) Straight cable from UCVx port 2 to HUB port 3
d) Straight cable from HUB port 2 to VMAX1-EB001 port 1
e) VMAX1-EB001 EGD Producer IP address is 195.0.0.1
f) Crossover cable from FL HUB port 1 to ETM 10BaseT/FO port 2
g) Fiber-optic Link from LS2100 #1 - ETM 10BaseT/FO ports 1 to LS2100 #2
OETM 10BaseT/FO port 1
h) Fiber-optic Link from LS2100 #2 - ETM 10BaseT/FO ports 1 to LS2100 #1
OETM 10BaseT/FO port 1
i) Straight Cable (other LS2100) from OETM 10BaseT/FO port 2 to VMAX2-
EB001 port 1
j) VMAX2-EB001 (other LS2100) EGD Producer IP address is 195.0.0.2
k) OETM 24 v dc 110V ac power supply is from other LS2100
7-2 • Chapter 7 Changeover I/O Configuration GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup
VersaMax I/O EBI001 Network Interface Unit (NIU)
Configuration
The VersaMax I/O NIU are factory loaded with test hardware configuration.
The commissioning field engineer stores the VersaMax I/O hardware configuration
file into the NIU-EB1001 unit using either the stand-alone hardware configuration
for VersaPro™ or remote I/O manager programming software packages.
The VersaMax I/O NIU configuration contains information about the Ethernet
Global Data (EGD) communication IP addresses and the I/O modules present in the
VersaMax I/O station. Each LS2100 in a changeover panel system contains two
VersaMax I/O stations.
The local VersaMax I/O station is used to process input signals from the 89MD,
89TS and 89SS disconnect switches that are associated with the local or near-Bus
LS2100 in the system topology. The LS2100 elementary sheets 1EC and 1ED
displays the NIU and the MDL240 diagrams. The LS2100 UCVx EGD exchange
associated with this VersaMax station is VM1I. The consumer exchange IP
addresses in the local VersaMax hardware configuration must be of the local
LS2100.
LS2100 #1 (L1) = 192.168.101.110
LS2100 #2 (L2) = 192.168.101.120
The other VersaMax I/O station is used to process input and output signals from the
89MD, 89TS, and 89SS disconnect switches that are associated with the other or far-
Bus LS2100 in the system topology. The LS2100 elementary sheets 1FC, 1FD and
1FE show the NIU, the MDL240 (inputs), and the MDL940 (outputs) diagrams. The
other LS2100 UCVx EGD exchanges associated with the second VersaMax station
are VM21 (inputs) and VM2O (outputs). The consumer exchange IP addresses in the
other VersaMax hardware configuration must be that of the other LS2100.
LS2100 # 1 (L1) = 192.168.101.120 (I/P address of LS2100 # 2)
LS2100 # 2 (L2) = 192.168.101.110 (I/P address of LS2100 # 1)
Location of the NIU and the VersaMax I/O modules
(GFK-1504H)
Network Interface Units
A VersaMax I/O station consists of a group of VersaMax modules with a VersaMax N/U
module and attached power supply in the first position.
Hardware Configuration Files

Each LS2100 has two VersaMax I/O stations. Each VersaMax I/O station has its
own hardware configuration file. The following figure lists the required hardware
configuration files. Each file name indicates its intended destination: Target LS2100
(L1 or L2), NIU-EBI001 module, and the sheet number of the elementary diagram
showing the module such as, 1EC and 1FC.
The stand-alone hardware configuration creates these files for VersaPro software. If
you are not familiar with this software, refer to GEK-1670C, VersaMax
Programming Software User’s Guide.
L1_Vmax_EBI001_1EC
LS2100 # 1 (L1) local VersaMax I/O elementary sheet 1EC.
Network IP address 195.0.0.1
Consumed exchange Producer IP address is 192.168.101.110 corresponding to
VM1I in L1
L1_Vmax_EBI001_1FC
LS2100 # 1 (L1) other VersaMax I/O elementary sheet 1FC.
Consumed exchange Exchange ID is 3/Producer IP address is 192.168.101.120
corresponding to VM2I in L2.
Produced exchange Consumer IP address is 195.0.0.127 corresponding to
VM2O from L2
L2_Vmax_EBI001_1EC
LS2100 # 2 (L2) local VersaMax I/O elementary sheet 1EC.
Consumed exchange Exchange ID is 2/Producer ID is 192.168.101.120
corresponding to VM1I in L2
L2_Vmax_EBI001_1FC
LS2100 # 2 (L2) other VersaMax I/O elementary sheet 1FC.
Consumed Exchange Exchange ID is 3/Producer ID is 192.168.101.110
corresponding to VM2I in L1
Produced exchange Consumer IP address is 195.0.0.127 corresponding to VM2O
from L2
How To Store files
Each VersaMax I/O BIU has its own configuration file. Select the proper
configuration as described in the previous section (see figure below). Connect the
commissioning pc to the appropriate VersaMax I/O BIU using an ETHERNET
10BaseT crossover configuration cable.
Requirements include
• Stand-alone hardware configuration for VersaPro hardware configuration
software or the remote I/O manager hardware configuration software.
• Ethernet cable with 10BaseT connectors and crossover data configuration.
• Standard VersaMax I/O hardware configuration files.
¾ To store the configuration file

1. Open the VersaMax I/O hardware configuration file. Use the available
configuration software.
2. Create a new device name to establish the EGD communication with the NIU-
EBI001. From the Tools menu, select Communication Setup.
3. To communicate with a replacement VersaMax BIU. Click New and enter the Add
New Device data, then click OK. This creates the Vmax_Default communication
device.
Note The rotary switch IP address setting is active only when no hardware
configuration is stored into the unit. The stored hardware configuration information
takes precedence over the rotary switch. Once the BIU hardware configuration is
stored, the rotary switches address is not longer active.
The replacement NIU-EBI001 initial network IP address setting is dictated by the

rotary switches position. The rotary switches are set in the factory to 128 (x100 = 1,
x10 = 2, x1 =8). This corresponds to an IP address of 195.0.0.128.
4. Create the communication device to store L1_Vmax_EBI001_1EC.hwcfg and
L2_Vmax_EBI001_1EC.hwcfg. Click New and enter the Add New Device
data, then click OK. This creates Vmax_195_0_0_1 device.
5. Create the communication device to store L1_Vmax_EBI001_1FC.hwcfg and
L2_Vmax_EBI001_1FC.hwcfg. Click New and enter the Add New Device
data, then click OK. This creates Vmax_195_0_0_2 device.
6. When the communication devices are created, the Communication
Configuration Utility dialog box displays the following data.
7. Connect the Crossover EGD cable from the pc Ethernet 10BaseT

Ethernet port to the NIU-EBI001 10/100BaseT Ethernet port.
8. From the Tools menu, select Load/Store/Verify.
¾ To store L1_Vmax_EBI001_1EC.hwcfg or
L2_Vmax_EBI001_1EC.hwcfg
1. From the Device list, select Vmax_195_0_0_1 entry, then click Verify.
Note It will establish communication and you will see a status window indicating
equality or inequality between the opened configuration file and the BIU stored
configuration.
2. When the communication is established, store the hardware configuration into

the BIU. Click Store. The status window displays the result.
¾ To store L1_Vmax_EBI001_1FC.hwcfg or
L2_Vmax_EBI001_1FC.hwcfg
1. From the Device list, select Vmax_195_0_0_2 entry, then click Verify.
Note Communication is established and a status window indicates equality or

inequality between the opened configuration file and the BIU stored configuration.

¾ To store L1_Vmax_EBI001_1EC.hwcfg,
L2_Vmax_EBI001_1EC.hwcfg, L1_Vmax_EBI001_1FC.hwcfg or
L2_Vmax_EBI001_1FC.hwcfg into a replacement VersaMax BIU
1. From the Device list, select Vmax_Default entry, then click Verify.
Note Communication is established and a status window indicates equality or

inequality between the opened configuration file and the BIU stored configuration.

Note When you store the new hardware configuration, the Ethernet communication
using 195.0.0.128 will be lost. The new I/P address takes effect immediately.
Notes
Appendix A Understanding
Equipment Drawings
Introduction
GE supplies custom GE drawings are an important source of information to help the customer
documentation with each successfully install and maintain the static starter. These drawings provide an
static starter electrical and mechanical representation of the static starter equipment as it applies
specifically to the customer’s installation. This includes component layout,
mounting, wiring, and interconnection information, provided as outline drawings and
elementary diagrams.
For each customer requisition, GE assigns unique identification numbers to the
equipment and associated drawings. These numbers are included on the equipment’s
data nameplate, and are structured to provide information about the equipment.
This appendix defines content and numbering conventions used on drawings for GE
static starter systems. The purpose is to help the customer more effectively use the
documentation provided. This appendix is organized as follows:
Section Page
Data Nameplate .......................................................................................................A-2
Identifying the Equipment.......................................................................................A-3
Equipment Catalog Number......................................................................A-3
Drawing Numbers ...................................................................................................A-4
Outline Drawings ....................................................................................................A-4
Panel Drawings........................................................................................................A-4
Elementary Diagrams ..............................................................................................A-5
Equipment Reference Information ............................................................A-5
Elementary Drawing Number ...................................................................A-5
Wire Number Identification ......................................................................A-5
Conventions Used with Other Equipment ...............................................................A-6
GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup Appendix A Understanding Equipment Drawings • A-1
Data Nameplate
The data nameplate is located on the back of the cabinet door. Figure A-1 shows a
typical data nameplate found on a static starter lineup.
Note When contacting the factory for assistance, provide the requisition number,
the cabinet's ML number (shown as GEINDSYS field) printed on the nameplate, and
the item number (see Figure A-1).
Figure A-1. Typical Data Nameplate Example
A-2 • Appendix A Understanding Equipment Drawings GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup
Identifying the Equipment
Equipment Catalog Number

The data nameplate provides Each GE lineup, cabinet (panel)/case, and core unit has a unique identifying catalog
the ML number. number, also called the part or material list (ML) number. This number is structured
to provide information about that equipment (see Figure A-2.) The catalog number
links the equipment to its requisition, drawings, components, materials, specification
item, and shipping documents.
3V AAA 123 XX###

Unit & sequence number of
AI## = Requisition altered item
CA## = Case
LU## = Lineup, multiple case
PD## = Product dev. standard product
PN## = Panel
RL## = Requisition-level
SA, SB## = Req. added sub panels
Sequence/project
Unique to
Order requisition
product line
Identifies manufacturer as GE Energy
Salem, VA
Figure A-2. Sample Static starter Catalog (ML) Number
Drawing Numbers
Each static starter has a For each customer requisition, GE assigns a unique drawing number. The number is
standard elementary, and structured to provide information about the drawing itself, as well as the equipment
outline drawing. The it defines, refer to Figure A-3.
secondary suffixes for these The basic drawing number is an eight-digit structure (seven numerals and one alpha)
are A and J to identify the for each drawing size. A double-alpha suffix is added to the end of the basic number
drawing type. to indicate the equipment category and drawing type.
359 B 3100 A E
Secondary suffix -- drawing type:
E = LS2100 elementary diagram

Basic number G = Misc. customer info.
J = Outline (mech. dimensions)
Original drawing P = Factory assembly print
Size: A, B, C, or D
Primary suffix -- equipment category:

A = Static Starter
Figure A-3. Sample Requisition Drawing Number
Outline Drawings
GE provides outline drawings An outline drawing is a physical representation of the equipment to be furnished. It
with the static starter. includes equipment dimensions, openings, weights, and heat losses. This information
is essential when installing the static starter. A typical static starter outline drawing
provides the following views of the equipment:
• A front view, showing physical arrangement of the static starter with panel
dimensions
• An end view, showing floor sill location, door opening, and general dimensions
• Bottom and/or top plan, showing conduit access areas, bolt hole locations, and
any other information needed to connect to or locate the equipment
Panel Drawings
GE provides panel drawings A panel drawing is a type of assembly drawing. It is the view inside the cabinet
with the static starter (located showing the following:
on the inside of the respective • Device and module locations
cabinet door).
• Terminal board locations
• Wiring paths and conduit
• External wireways/cableways
• External connection points to panel devices, and associated static starter/case
numbers
Elementary Diagrams
A static starter elementary is An elementary diagram (elementary) is a partial electrical representation of the
specific to the static starter. equipment as applied to the customer’s application. It references all control devices
supplied by GE under a particular requisition, unless otherwise defined. The
elementary’s drawing number ties it to the requisition, refer to Figure A-3.
An elementary includes the internal and external connections required to complete
the electrical system. It indicates interconnections to the equipment using slash
marks and level identifications.
Equipment Reference Information

The front sheets for each system elementary diagram (the 0 sheets) provide reference
information for the equipment, such as:
• Cover sheet with customer name, requisition number, and other job information
• Application notes and jumper settings
• Index
• Elementary diagram practices/symbols
• Typical equipment grounding practices
Elementary Drawing Number

Static starter elementaries A system elementary diagram number consists of the basic number (refer to
show the static starter Drawing Numbers), plus additional digits that identify the static starter, refer to
configuration and specific Figure A-4.
application information.
Sheet Number
239B9999AA 0 01
Sheet Number
Static Starter
Drawing Number Number
Figure A-4. Sample of Drawing Sheet Number
Each elementary diagram reserves Static starter 0 for front sheets (for example,
sheets 0A, 0B, 0C). These contain reference information.
Note GE does not intentionally duplicate static starter numbers in any one project.
Wire Number Identification

Wires are labeled in the static starter and on the elementary diagram with the same
nomenclature. Wiring in the LS2100 is labeled per the device it is on and is not
typically referenced to any sheet in the elementary.
Conventions Used with Other Equipment
Note Different documentation conventions are used with other types of equipment.
A static starter system may incorporate equipment manufactured by other GE and

vendor companies. These companies use different conventions for their drawings.
For their application, installation, capability, and wiring information. See the
instruction manual for those products.
Appendix B Cable Separation and
Routing
Introduction
This appendix should be used Cables that carry signals and power are categorized into four defining levels: low,
to check for proper cabling medium, high, and power. Each level can include classes.
after the equipment is
Electrical noise from cabling of various voltage levels can interfere with
installed, but before
microprocessor-based control systems, causing the static starter to malfunction. This
beginning startup.
appendix provides recommended cable separation practices to reduce electrical
noise. The information is presented as follows:
Section Page
Low-Level Signals (Level L) .................................................................................. B-2
Medium-Level Signals (Level M) ........................................................................... B-2
High-Level Signals (Level H) ................................................................................. B-2
Power (Level P)....................................................................................................... B-2
Class Codes ............................................................................................................. B-2
Cableway Spacing Guidelines ................................................................................. B-3
General Cableway Spacing ....................................................................... B-3
Tray/Tray Spacing..................................................................................... B-4
Tray/Conduit Spacing ............................................................................... B-4
Conduit/Conduit Spacing .......................................................................... B-5
Note If a situation at the installation site is not covered in this document, or if these
guidelines cannot be met, please contact GE before installing the cable.
GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup Appendix B Cable Separation and Routing • B-1
Low-Level Signals (Level L)
Low-level signals consist of:
• Analog signals 0 through ±50 V dc
• Digital (logic-level) signals less than 28 V dc
• 4 – 20 mA signals
• LAN communication signals, such as Ethernet, UDH, ISBus, and Genius bus
• Signal commons ACOM, DCOM, CCOM, and SCOM
Medium-Level Signals (Level M)

Medium level signals consist of:
• Analog signals greater than 50 V ac with less than 28 V ac ripple
• 28 V dc light and switching circuits
• 24 V dc switching circuits
• PCOM, SHCOM
High-Level Signals (Level H)

High-level signals consist of:
• Dc switching signals greater than 28 V
• Analog signals greater than 50 V dc with greater than 28 V ac ripple
• Regulating signals 50 V with currents less than 20 A
• Ac feeders less than 20 A
Power (Level P)
Power cabling carries ac and dc buses at 0 – 800 V with currents of 20 – 800 A.
Class Codes
Certain conditions can require that specific wires within a level be grouped in the
same cable. This is indicated by following class codes, defined as follows:
S Special handling of specified levels can require special spacing of conduit
and trays. Check dimension chart for levels. These wires include:
• Signals from COMM field and line resistors
• Signals from line shunts to regulators
U High voltage potential unfused wires over 600 V dc
PS Power greater than 800 V dc and/or greater than 800 A
If there is no code, there are no grouping restrictions.
B-2 • Appendix B Cable Separation and Routing GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup
Cableway Spacing Guidelines
General Cableway Spacing
Spacing (or clearance) General spacing practices apply to all levels of cabling. They should be used with
between cableways (trays and the specific spacing values in Tables B-1 through B-3.
conduit) depends on the level
• All cables of like signal levels and power levels must be grouped together in
of the wiring inside them.
cableways.
• In general, different levels must run in separate cableways, as defined in the
different classes. Intermixing cannot be allowed, except as noted by exception.
• Interconnecting wire runs should carry a level designation.
• If wires are the same level and same type signal, group those wires from one
panel to any one specific location together in multiconductor cables.
• When unlike signals must cross in trays or conduit, cross them in 90° angles at a
maximum spacing. Where it is not possible to maintain spacing, place a
grounded steel barrier between unlike levels at the crossover point.
• When entering terminal equipment where it is difficult to maintain the specific
spacing guidelines given in Tables B-1 through B-3, keep parallel runs to a
minimum, not to exceed 5 ft in the overall run.
• Where Tables B-1 through B-3 show tray or conduit spacing as 0, the levels can
be run together. Spacing for other levels must be based on the worst condition.
• Trays for all levels should be metal and solidly grounded with good ground
continuity. Conduit should be metal to provide shielding. (Use Table B-1 for
non-metal conduit/tray spacing.)
• When separate trays are impractical, levels L and M can be combined in a
common tray if a grounded steel barrier separates levels. This practice is not as
effective as tray separation, and may require some rerouting at system startup. If
levels L and M are run side-by-side, a 1-inch minimum spacing is
recommended.
• Locate levels L and M trays and conduit closest to the control panels.
• Trays containing level L and level M wiring should have solid bottoms and be
covered to provide complete shielding. There must be positive and continuous
cover contact to side rails to avoid high-reluctance air gaps, which impair
shielding.
• Trays containing levels other than L and M wiring can have ventilation slots or
louvers.
• Trays and conduit containing levels L, M, and H(S) should not be routed parallel
to high power equipment enclosures of 100 kVA and larger at a spacing of less
than 5 ft for trays and 2 1/2 ft for conduit.
• Level H and H(S) can be combined in the same tray or conduit, but cannot be
combined in the same cable.
• Level H(S) is listed only for information since many customers want to isolate
unfused high voltage potential wires.
• Do not run levels H and H(S) in the same conduit as level P.
• Levels H and P can be run in a common tray if levels are separated by a barrier.
This barrier does not have to be grounded. Spacing should be for level P.
• Where practical for level P and/or P(S) wiring, route the complete power circuit
between equipment in the same tray or conduit. This minimizes the possibility
of power and control circuits encircling each other.
Tray/Tray Spacing
Table B-1 defines the recommended minimum distance between trays: the top of
one tray and the bottom of the tray above, or the sides of adjacent trays. Table B-1
also applies if the distance is less than five feet between trays and power equipment
up to 100 kVA.
Table B-1. Spacing* Between Trays
Level L M H H(S) P P(S)

L 0 3 6 6 26 26
M 3 0 6 6 18 26
H 6 6 0 0 4 12
H(S) 6 6 0 0 8 18
P 26 18 4 8 0 0
P(S) 26 12 12 18 0 0
*Spacing is in inches
Tray/Conduit Spacing
Use Table B-1 for tray/conduit spacing if:
• Trays or conduit are non-metal
• Levels L and M trays are not covered (Table B-2 assumes levels L and M trays
are covered)
• If the distance is less than five feet between trays or conduit and power
equipment up to 100 kVA
• Table B-2 lists the minimum recommended distance between the outside
surfaces of metal trays and conduit.
Table B-2. Spacing* Between Metal Trays and Conduit

L 0 1 4 4 18 18
M 1 0 4 4 12 18
H 4 4 0 0 4 8
H(S) 4 4 0 0 6 12
P 18 12 4 6 0 0
P(S) 18 18 8 12 0 0
Conduit/Conduit Spacing
Use Table B-1 for conduit/conduit spacing if:
• Conduit is non-metal
• Distance is less than 2.5 feet between conduit and power equipment rated up to
100 kVA
Table B-3 lists the minimum recommended distance between the outside surfaces of
metal conduit run in banks.
Table B-3. Spacing* Between Metal Conduit Runs

L 0 1 3 3 12 12
M 1 0 3 3 9 12
H 3 3 0 0 3 8
H(S) 3 3 0 0 6 9
P 12 9 3 6 0 0
P(S) 12 12 6 9 0 0
Notes
Appendix C Installing Fiber-Optic
Cable
Introduction
Appendix C of this manual provides guidelines for handling and terminating the
fiber-optic cable used for static starter systems. This section is presented as follows:
Section Heading Page

Cable Characteristics ............................................................................................... C-2
Cable Construction.................................................................................... C-2
Data Integrity ............................................................................................ C-2
Causes of Cable Damage........................................................................... C-2
Handling Guidelines................................................................................................ C-3
Environmental Guidelines ....................................................................................... C-4
Cable Assembly....................................................................................................... C-5
Tools and Materials................................................................................... C-5
Attaching a Connector............................................................................... C-6
Polishing Fiber Ends ................................................................................. C-8
Inspecting Fiber Ends .............................................................................................. C-9
Connecting Fiber-Optic Cable to Modules............................................................ C-11
LS2100 equipment uses fiber-optic cable for signal

transmission. If this cable is damaged or installed
improperly, the equipment can malfunction.
To prevent such failures, be sure to follow all instructions for
storing, handling, and installing fiber-optic cable.
GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup Appendix C Installing Fiber-Optic Cable • C-1
Cable Characteristics
Cable Construction
Fiber-optic cable consists of a glass or plastic thread (fiber) surrounded by
cushioning and insulation. Light travels through the fiber’s inner core, which is
surrounded by an inseparable outer cladding.
This cladding has a different index of refraction, thus functioning as a mirror to keep
the light reflected back within the core.
In the tight buffer construction type of cable (refer to Figure C-1), a thermoplastic
coating protects the cladding. Strength members make the cable stronger, helping to
prevent stretching and temperature-related expansion/contraction. The jacket then
provides additional environmental protection.
Figure C-1. Cross-Section of Fiber-Optic Cable, Tight Buffer Construction Type
Data Integrity
For fiber-optic cable, the main cause of data transmission problems is damage to the
fiber (refer to section Causes of Cable Damage), which prevents clear and precise
transmission of light.
High electric fields, such as lightning and external high voltages, do not affect data
integrity. This is because the data sent over fiber-optic cable has no electrical charge.
An opaque jacket sufficiently shields the fiber from the noise of other signal-bearing
cables.
Unlike parallel and coaxial wire cable, whose bandwidth varies inversely as square
of the length, the bandwidth in fiber-optic cable varies inversely as the first power of
the length.
Causes of Cable Damage

For installations, the major cause of cable damage and failure is excessive long-term
static stress to the fiber, not dynamic stress (flexing). Static stress is caused by either
of two factors:
• Tension force (pull force)
• Bending that causes a radial distortion
When both factors exist at the same time, total stress equals the sum of both factors.
Proper handling and storage can prevent this damage (refer to the sections Handling
Guidelines and Environmental Guidelines).
C-2 • Appendix C Installing Fiber-Optic Cable GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup
Handling Guidelines
To prevent damage to fiber-optic cable during installation and assembly:
• Do not exceed the cable’s maximum pull force (tension): 600 Newtons (135 lbs
force), or the cable manufacturer’s specifications, whichever is less.
• Always observe the cable’s minimum bend radius: Do not pull cable around a
bend with a radius less than 20 times the cable diameter (refer to Figure C-2).
Fiber-Optic
Cable
Radius
Radius = 20 x Cable Diameter
Figure C-2. Cable Bend Guidelines
• Sheaves and cable guides are recommended at bends to help ensure minimum
bend radius.
• Install the cable grip directly over the cable end (no cable preparation is
required).
• If pulling cable by hand, do not use gloves. Monitor the pull force with a gage
device.
• Junction breakout boxes are not recommended.
• When attaching connectors to cable, make sure the cable is cut and polished
correctly (refer to section Attaching a Connector).
• Fiber-optic cable cannot accept multiple taps (it is point-to-point).
• There must be no ties or support within five inches of the cable’s termination
point.
• Pull wire ties snug by hand. Do not use tie guns, which can deform fiber-optic
cable.
• Do not place a wire label closer than four inches from the termination point
(refer to Figure C-6).
• To prevent cable from twisting or curling when laying it aside temporarily, lay it
in a figure-8 pattern.
• Store cable at as large a diameter as possible to reduce bending stress and add to
cable life. With a 4 in (100 mm) diameter coil, the cable should last
beyond 100 years.
Environmental Guidelines
When selecting cable, the installer must ensure that the cable meets both GE
specifications and the manufacturer’s environmental requirements, using the
following considerations:
• Select cable made for the conditions that it will be exposed to (such as moisture,
sun, and temperature extremes).
• Select sturdy cable that is the most resistant to damage caused by harsh
environments (such as exposure to caustic or acidic fumes from certain
industrial processes).
• If installation must be underground, use conduit or armored cable to prevent
damage by burrowing animals.
Cable Assembly
To preserve the cable’s optical characteristics at the point of termination, the cable
must be correctly attached to the connector and the fiber end polished as defined in
this section.
Note The examples show both simplex and duplex cables with HPC#HFBR-4531
crimpless non-latching connectors. However, these practices should apply in general
to all recommended plastic fiber-optic cables and connectors. (refer Figure C-4)
Tools and Materials

The following tools and materials are recommended for terminating the fiber-optic
cables.
Note Other models can be used if the quality and capability are equivalent to those
recommended.
For cutting/stripping cable:

Wire strippers, IDEAL Stripmaster® type 45-671 – use no. 18 AWG slot
Plastic cutters, Nickerson model NM-S-4
1/32 in. trimming fixture
For polishing cable ends:

Polishing kit for fiber-optic cable, HP® part no. HPC#HFBR-4593
2000 grit sandpaper, 3M™ brand
600 grit sandpaper, 3M™ brand
3 micron lapping film, Moyco Ultralap® part no. LPA-030 (pink)
For inpsection:
Dust caps for fiber-optic cable connectors
Alcohol wipes (Grainger WWG#5AD39); if not available, use lint-free clean
cloths or chamois
Optical magnifier
Attaching a Connector
To attach a connector
1. Cut cable to desired length with Nickerson model NM-S-4 plastic cutters. For
duplex cable, separate the fibers and unzip the cable about 3 - 4 in (76.2 to 101.6 mm).
Dull blades may damage the fiber ends when cutting the
cable. Make sure that cutter blades are sharp and even
before using them.
2. Using the no. 18 AWG slot of the wire strippers, remove four mm (about 3/16
in.) of cable jacket from the cable end, as in Figure C-3.
Be careful not to scrape or nick the clear plastic fiber while

stripping off the cable jacket, inserting the exposed fiber into
the connector, or crimping the connection. Such damage
could cause cable failure.
3/16 in. (4 mm)

typical
Simplex
Cable
"Unzipped"
3 - 4 in.
Duplex
Cable
Figure C-3. Fiber-Optic Cable with End Stripped For Insertion Into Connector
3. Seat the connector onto the cable, inserting the cable through the tube end, with
about 1.5 mm (1/16 in.) of fiber from the tube (refer to Figures C-4 and C-5).
Note Simplex cables require one connector. Duplex cables require two connectors
(one for each cable strand) that are assembled as a top and bottom that face each
other.
Top View
Groove
On Underside)
Hole
3/16 in. Cable

Unzipped
Tube 3 to 4 in.
Figure C-4. Duplex Cable Being Inserted Into Type HFBR-4531 Non-Latching
Connector
Fiber Extending Top View
From Connector
(Before Polishing)
Tube On Bottom
Note: Connector has been folded Simplex Cable
around cable and snapped together.
Figure C-5. Simplex Cable With Type HFBR-4531 Non-Latching Connector Attached
4. Fasten the connector onto the simplex cable (for duplex cables, see step 5):
a. Fold the latch half of the connector over onto the tube half. Make sure that
the cable remains properly seated (see step 3) and that the edges of the
halves are aligned.
b. Press the halves together with your fingers until they snap.
c. Go to step 6.
5. Fasten the two connectors onto the duplex cable:
a. Align the edges of the facing connectors. Make sure that both cable strands
remain properly seated (see step 3).
b. Using your fingers, press and snap the two connectors together in the
following sequence: center, right end, left end.
6. Inspect the connector to make sure that no air gaps between the top and bottom
halves. If air gaps are found, snap them together again, then re-inspect.
7. Place the correct label onto the cable jacket at least 4 in from the termination
point (refer to Figure C-6).
8. Trim the ends of the fiber, leaving .75 mm (1/32 in) of fiber still extending from
the connector. If available, use the polishing fixture to do this.
9. Polish the fiber ends per the instructions in the section Polishing Fiber Ends.
Top View of Connectors

Termination 2.5 to 3.5 in 4 in Minimum From
Point Split Termination Point
Tracer Marks On Cable

Label
Total Cable Length Per Requirements
Figure C-6. Assembled Duplex Fiber-Optic Cable with HFBR-4531 Non-Latching

Connectors
Polishing Fiber Ends
To polish the fiber ends
1. Insert the connector fully into the polishing fixture with the trimmed fiber
sticking out from the bottom of the fixture. (The fixture is made so that both
fibers of the duplex cable or two simplex cables can be polished at the same
time.)
Note The four dots on the bottom of the polishing fixture are wear indicators.
Replace the fixture when any dot disappears. Typically, the polishing fixture can be
used 10 times.
2. Place the 600-grit, black abrasive paper with the rough side up onto a smooth,
flat surface.
3. Pressing down on the connector, polish the fiber and connector using a figure-8
pattern of continuous strokes (refer to Figure C-7) until the connector is flush
with the bottom of the polishing fixture.
Polishing
Fixture Connector
Polishing
Paper
"Figure 8"
Pattern
Figure C-7. Polishing Fiber-optic Cable in Connector
4. Wipe the connector and fixture with a clean, lint-free cloth or tissue.
5. Place the 2000-grit sandpaper with rough side up onto a smooth, flat surface.
6. Press firmly down on the connector (in the polishing fixture) and polish the
connector end and fiber in a figure-8 motion for 8 – 10 strokes.
7. Wipe the connector and fixture with a clean, lint-free cloth or tissue.
8. Place the 3-micron pink lapping film with dull side up onto a flat, smooth
surface.
9. Press firmly down on the connector. The latch on the connector should be
resting against the flat surface of the two raised portions of the polishing fixture.
Polish the connector end and fiber in a figure-8 motion for 8 – 10 strokes.
10. Wipe the connector with a with an alcohol wipe. Then inspect the fiber end
using the instructions in Table C-1.
Inspecting Fiber Ends
Before connecting fiber-optic cable to any equipment, refer to Table C-1 to check the
ends for proper termination and damage.
Table C-1. Procedures for Inspecting Fiber-Optic Cable Ends
Inspection Procedure Appearance of Fiber End Problem How to Correct
1. Check the fiber end for pistoning, Connector End None. No action required (fiber has
as follows: been terminated and
Fiber Even Place a dust polished to the required
a. Backlight one end of the With cap on the
cable. level).
Connector end until use.
b. At the other end, use a End
magnifier to view the fiber at
an angle.
Check the relative position of the
Pistoning: Reject assembly.
fiber end to the connector end.
Fiber not Re-terminate per Cable
Fiber Below even with Assembly section, then re-
Connector connector inspect per Inspecting Fiber
End end. Ends section.
Fiber Above
Connector
End
2. Check that the fiber end is Connector End None. No action required (fiber and
polished correctly, as follows: connector end have been
Place a dust terminated and polished
a. Backlight one end of the cable Fiber Is Round cap on the
and Without correctly).
end until use.
b. At the other end, use a Scratches
magnifier to view the fiber end
straight on (not at an angle).
Check the appearance of the
fiber surface.
Fiber Has a
Few Light
Scratches
Table C-1. Procedures for Inspecting Fiber-Optic Cable Ends  Continued
Inspection Procedure Appearance of Fiber End Problem How to Correct
2. (Continued) Fiber end Reject assembly.

damaged. Re-terminate then
Fiber Not re-inspect per Cable
Round Assembly and Inspecting
Fiber Ends sections.
Fiber poorly Re-polish per Polishing

polished. Fiber Ends paragraph, then
Fiber Surface re-inspect per Inspecting
Cloudy or Fiber Ends section.
Distorted If re-polishing once does not
fix this problem, then reject
the assembly. Re-terminate
and re-inspect per Cable
Assembly and Inspecting
Fiber Ends sections.
3. Check that a black band is clearly Black Band None. No action required (black
visible, as follows: Appears Sharp band indicates correct
Place a dust termination).
a. Backlight one end of the and Clear cap on the
cable. end until use.
b. At the other end, use a
magnifier to view the fiber.
Start viewing straight on and
gradually increase the angle of Black Band Fiber poorly Re-polish per Polishing
tilt. A black band should appear. Appears polished. Fiber Ends paragraph, then
Distorted re-inspect per Inspecting
Fiber Ends section.
If re-polishing once does not
fix this problem, then reject
the assembly. Re-terminate
and re-inspect per Cable
Surface Assembly and Inspecting
Cloudy, Black Fiber Ends sections.
Band Barely
Visible
Connecting Fiber-Optic Cable to Modules
The fiber-optic connectors are color coded to help identify the correct connection.
The connector may be blue or gray, or may have blue or gray tag near the
termination point.
To insert a fiber-optic connector into a module

1. Remove the dust cap.
2. Align the connector with the receptacle that matches it in color (or color of the
tag).
3. Push the connector into the module until the connector snaps.
To remove the connector

1. Grasp the connector with both hands.
2. If the connector has a latch, press and hold down the latch with your thumb.
3. Pull the connector assembly away from the module receptacle.
Never pull on the connector during installation or allow

tension to be applied after connection is made. The pulling or
tension may cause pistoning.
Notes
Glossary of Terms
application code
Software that controls the machine or process, specific to the application.
baud
A unit of data transmission. Baud rate is the number of bits per second transmitted.
bit
Binary Digit. The smallest unit of memory used to store only one piece of
information with two states, such as One/Zero or On/Off.
block
Instruction blocks contain basic control functions, which are connected together
during configuration to form the required machine or process control. Blocks can
perform math computations, sequencing, or regulator (continuous) control.
board
Printed wiring board.
bus
Upper bar for power transfer, also an electrical path for transmitting and receiving
data.
crowbar
A crowbar test permits controlled dc link current to be circulated without involving
generator stator windings.
CT
Current Transformer, used to measure current in an ac power cable.
GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup Glossary of Terms • G-1

device
A configurable component of a control system.
EGD
Ethernet Global Data, a control network and protocol for the controller. Devices
share data through EGD exchanges (pages).
Ethernet
LAN with a 10/100 M baud collision avoidance/collision detection system used to
link one or more computers together. Basis for TCP/IP and I/O services layers that
conform to the IEEE 802.3 standard.
EX2100 Exciter
GE static exciter; regulates the generator field current to control the generator output
voltage.
firmware
The set of executable software that is stored in memory chips that hold their content
without electrical power, such as EEPROM or Flash.
flash
A non-volatile programmable memory device.
gating
Controlling the conduction of the power SCRs with an input pulse train (or a
voltage).
health
A term that defines whether a signal is functioning as expected.
heartbeat
A signal emitted at regular intervals by software to demonstrate that it is still active.
HMI
Human Machine Interface, usually a PC running Windows NT and CIMPLICITY
HMI software.
G-2 • Glossary of Terms GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup

I/O
Input/output interfaces that allow the flow of data into and out of a device.
IP address
The address assigned to a device on an Ethernet communication network.
logical
A statement of a true sense, such as a Boolean.
signal
The basic unit for variable information in the controller.
toolbox
A Windows-based software package used to configure the EX2100, Mark VI and
LS2100 turbine controller.
unit data highway (UDH)

Connects the EX2100, Mark VI turbine controllers, LCI, PLCs, and other GE
provided equipment to the HMI Servers; runs at 10/100 Mbaud and supports Peer-to-
Peer communications.
GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup Glossary of Terms • G-3

Notes
G-4 • Glossary of Terms GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup

Index D
Data Highway 4-13
DDI 1-6, 1-7, 6-6
Diagnostic Interface 1-7, 6-18
Drawings Numbers A-4
Layout 6-9, 6-14
Drive
Inverter 1-7
DSPC (Digital Signal Processor Control Board) 1-7, 4-
A 12, 6-17
Allowable Pressure Drop 3-6
Acronym and Abbreviations 1-7 E
Ethernet 4-9, 4-13, 6-41, 7-1, 7-9
Equipment Clearances 2-6
B Equipment Drawing A-1
Bridge Check and Setup 6-22
F
C Firmware 4-14, 6-17, 6-18
Flushing 3-5
Cable 2-6, 4-5, 4-15, 4-16, B-1, C-9, C-11
Cable and Conduit 2-6
Cable Construction C-2 G
Cabling Guidelines 4-12, 4-15 GE Control System Toolbox 1-1, 1-6, 6-2
Cable Separation and Routing B-1
Grounds 3-4
Cableway Spacing B-3
CCOM 1-7, 4-15, B-2
Communication 2-2, 6-2, B-2 H
Commissioning 6-20 Handling Procedures 3-2
Conduit 2-3, 4-2, A-4, B-2, C-4 Help 6-16, 6-19
Configuration Tools 6-16 Heat Exchange Installation 3-5
Control 1-7, 2-6, 4-2, 5-1, 5-4, 6-7, 6-20, A-5, B-3 HMI
Control Interface Checks 6-32 Toolbox 1-6, 6-4, 6-5, 6-16
Connection Grounds 3-4 HMI (Human Machine Interface) 1-7, 4-9, 4-17, 6-17
Control Boards How to Get Help 1-4, 6-19
DSPC 1-7
UCVx 1-7, 4 -12, 6-17, 6-41
Control Cabinet 1-5, 2-5, 4-5, 5-5
Control Module 2-5
Diagnostic Interface 1-7, 6-18
VersaMax I/O 4-8, 4-12, 4-17, 6-28, 7-3
Control System Toolbox 1-1, 1-6, 6-2, 6-16
Converter Power 4-8
Crowbar Test 6-33
Class Codes B-2
GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup Index • I-1

I
I/O 4-2, 4-12, 7-1
I/O Terminal Board S
DDTB 1-6, 1-7, 4-3, 4-12, 6-28
Installation Static Starter
Documents 6-4 Connections 4-2
Heat Exchange 3-5, 3-6 Handling Procedures 3-2
Power Cable 4-15 Mounting 3-4
Signal and Communications Cable 4-16 SCR 1-7
Initial Checks and Setup 6-36 Shields 4-12, 4-16, C-2
Startup
Cooling System 6-10
K
Order 6-2
Keypad 6-1, 6-10 Storage 1-6, 6-20, C-2
Keypad Display Readings 6-40 Store Files 7-9
L T
Layout 6-9, 6-14 Tests
Lifting 2-6, 3-2, 3-4 Crowbar 6-33
Load Control Check 6-30 Phase Sequence 6-35
Toolbox 1-6, 6-4, 6-5, 6-16
M
U
Microprocessor-based controllers
DSPC 1-7, 4-12, 6-17 UDH (Unit Data Highway) 4-12, 4-13, 7-2
UCVx 1-7, 4 -12, 6-17, 6-41
Modbus RTU 4-12 V
Mounting
Grounds 3-4 VersaMax I/O 7-3
Lineup 3-4 Versamax Micro PLC 4-8, 4-12, 4-17, 6-28
O
Operator Interface 6-18
Operating Environment 2-5
Online Help 6-16
Outline Drawings A-4
P
Panel Drawings A-4
Panel Heaters 6-7
Pattern 6-17, 6-21, C-3, C-8
PCM (Power Conversion Module) 1-5, 1-7, 2-5
Power Conversion Cabinet 1-2, 4-2, 4-5, 4-6, 4-9
Phase Sequence Test 6-35
R
Related Documents 1-4
I-2 • Index GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup

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Glossary of Terms G-1

iv • Contents GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup

GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup Chapter 1 Overview • 1-1

8.5 MVA LS2100 Static Starter Power Conversion Cabinet

1-2 • Chapter 1 Overview GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup

Source Bridge Load Bridge

14 MVA LS2100 Static Starter Control Power Conversion Cabinet

GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup Chapter 1 Overview • 1-3

Start Installation site ready,

Move static starter Chapter 2,

Mount and install Chapter 3,

Apply power, start Chapter 6,

1-4 • Chapter 1 Overview GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup

How to Get Help

GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup Chapter 1 Overview • 1-5

Number Conversion Control Pump Total Number

Source Power Load Power

Top view of 14 MVA System

Top view of 8.5 MVA System

1-6 • Chapter 1 Overview GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup

Subject Document Content

Printed Wiring Board Reference

GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup Chapter 1 Overview • 1-7

Acronyms and Abbreviations

1-8 • Chapter 1 Overview GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup

GEH-6678G Installation and Startup Chapter 2 Installation Planning • 2-1

2-2 • Chapter 2 Installation Planning GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup

Begin Product Support - On going

Figure 2-1. Startup and Commissioning Services Cycle

Review of Installation Plan

Customer’s Conduit and Cable Schedule

GEH-6678G Installation and Startup Chapter 2 Installation Planning • 2-3

2-4 • Chapter 2 Installation Planning GEH-6678G LS2100 Installation and Startup

GEH-6678G Installation and Startup Chapter 2 Installation Planning • 2-5

Cable and Conduit Routing and Schedules