Training LM2500
All LM2500 models (including +, +G4, SAC and DLE)
This comprehensive 5-day training takes a deep dive into construction details, operational insights and maintenance essentials of GE LM gas turbines and their auxiliaries. Expect in- depth sessions covering the inner workings of these turbines and their critical components. After the training, you will have online access to all the learning materials.
This course can also be offered as an in-house company training. We can align the course to your setup and employee skill levels.
Course objectives
This course is designed for customer personnel responsible for the daily on-site operations and maintenance of GE LM2500 aero-derivative gas turbine models. The training aims to equip participants with the knowledge needed to ensure reliable, consistent performance of the engine and its associated equipment.
Introduction
Gain an introduction to the gas turbine control and protection systems.
Principles
Understand the principles, construction, operation, and maintenance aspects of the LM2500, LM2500+ and LM2500+G4 (SAC & DLE) gas turbines.
Who should attend?
This course is for those with a comprehensive understanding of LM2500 gas turbines and their auxiliary systems.
Participants should have a basic understanding of the operation and maintenance of rotating equipment. Gas turbine experience is not required.
- Operators
- Maintenance engineers
- Instrumentation & control specialists
Time and location
This 5 day course usually takes place at the VBR Training Facility in Elst, the Netherlands. If you opt for an in-house training, the course can be condensed into 4 days and take place at your location.
Course Content
Overview of various GT models including LM2500 (+, +G4, SAC and DLE)
Basic principles of gas turbines
Variable Inlet Guide Vanes Assembly (VIGV)
High Pressure Compressor (HPC)
Principle of operation, rotor parts, and stator parts
Variable Geometry Control System (VGC)
Principle of operation and details of the VSV system
Combustion System (SAC & DLE)
Principle of operation and system details
Principle of operation, rotor parts, and stator parts
Power Turbine (PT), type GE6 stage
Principle of operation, rotor parts, and stator parts
Bearings, Sumps, and Frames
Bearings, sump principles, and details of A, B, C, D, and E sumps
Accessory Drive Assembly & Accessories
Inlet Gearbox (IGB), Radial Drive Shaft, Transfer Gearbox (TGB), and Accessory Gearbox (AGB)
Flow & Instrument Diagrams (F&ID’s / P&ID’s) and Device List
Instrumentation around the gas turbine
Hydraulic starting system
Gas turbine lube oil system
Generator/load gearbox lube oil system
Hydraulic oil system
Fuel systems (SAC & DLE)
Inlet air and ventilation system
Fire protection system
Compressor water wash system
General principle of fuel control (including DLE)
Protection systems
Gas turbine performance calculations
Start and stop procedures and graphs
Levels of maintenance
Service Bulletins and Service Letters
Maintenance manuals
You can access course materials
After the course, each participant can access all training materials. The course manual includes comprehensive equipment descriptions, schematics and operating and maintenance instructions. Illustrations, drawings, and photographs of the equipment are also included. The manual provides extensive reference information for further independent study.
Certificate
Each participant will be awarded a certificate upon successful completion of the course.
