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Is Turbine Flush Justified?
Joe Durushia, Engineer Analyst/ Predictive Maintenance,
Nuclear Management Company
If it is possible, obtain babbitt and analyze to verify source.
If the system filters are in the right spot and are the right
size the babbitt should not be an immediate concern. The puddles
of water and rust are a concern. The system should be flushed
for this reason since the water and rust could accelerate oil
degradation. The source and ingression path of the water should
be identified and corrected.
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