(GE) 7FH2 Generator Control Concepts
Course Overview
In this Learning-Doc the learner should be able
describe the major components making up the exciter and how power is controlled
within the generator. Content begins
with introductory statements as to the purpose and theory of operation, and
continues with the construction of the exciter, the brush rigging, and power
rectifiers. Material then continues with
descriptions of the excitation controls, describing the major components, AC
Regulator, DC Regulator, and some related protective devices. Common alarm discussions include the
implication of each alarm, probable causes, instrumentation, and actions to be taken.