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Capstone Microturbine C1000 Series - User Manual

Capstone Microturbine C1000 Series
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480064 Rev C (December 2018) Page 1 of 122
Capstone reserves the right to change or modify, without notice, the design, specifications, and/or contents of this document without
incurring any obligation either with respect to equipment previously sold or in the process of construction.
Capstone Turbine Corporation 16640 Stagg Street Van Nuys CA 91406 USA
Phone: (818) 734-5300 Fax: (818) 734-5320 Web: www.capstoneturbine.com
Installation Guide
Capstone Microturbine
®
Model
C1000S/C800S/C600S with C1000 Series
Controller

Table of Contents

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Capstone Microturbine C1000 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelC1000 Series
Power Output1000 kW
Control SystemAdvanced digital control system
Fuel TypeNatural Gas, Diesel
Voltage Output480 VAC
Frequency60 Hz
DimensionsApproximately 6.1 m L x 2.4 m W
EmissionsUltra-Low Emissions (NOx < 9 ppm, CO < 25 ppm, UHC < 25 ppm corrected to 15% O2 dry)
Efficiency33% (electrical)

Summary

1. Introduction

1.1. Safety Information

Presents safety information for Capstone Microturbine users, emphasizing reading and understanding the manual.

1.2. Referenced Documents

Lists Capstone documents referenced in the installation guide, categorized by type.

1.3. Disclaimer

States Capstone's right to change publication/products and disclaims liability for installation outcomes.

1.4. C1000 S;C800 S;C600 S Models

Describes the Capstone C1000S, C800S, and C600S models based on microturbine bay configurations.

2. Microturbine Handling

2.1. Receiving and Inspection

Provides instructions for inspecting microturbines upon receipt for shipping damage and proper handling.

2.2. Storage

Outlines precautions for storing microturbines to minimize corrosion and deterioration during periods of inactivity.

2.3. Rigging

Explains safe rigging practices and lifting methods for the microturbine system.

2.4. Assembly

Lists components that must be installed on the enclosure before operation, referencing installation guides.

3. Site Considerations

3.1. Climatic Conditions

Discusses how various climatic conditions affect microturbine installation and operation.

3.2. Compliance, Standards and Codes

Outlines the importance of complying with local, national, and international standards and codes.

3.2.2. Grid Interconnection Planning

Provides guidelines and requirements for connecting a microturbine installation to a utility grid.

4. Customer Connections

4.1. Fuel Connection

Provides specifications for gaseous and liquid fuel connections, referencing relevant tables and drawings.

4.2. Exhaust Connection

Details exhaust connection requirements, including diameter, temperature rating, and backpressure limits.

4.3. Electrical Connections

Covers electrical connection considerations, including conduit installation and high power connections.

5. Mechanical Installation

5.1. Mounting

Covers foundation design, mounting considerations, and component weights for system installation.

5.2. Orientation

Discusses the importance of microturbine orientation for site design and system performance.

5.3. Service Clearances

Details required clearances for maintenance, service, and repair of the microturbine system.

5.4. Ventilation

Explains the criticality of proper ventilation for microturbine performance and longevity.

6. Fuel Delivery (Pipeline Natural Gas)

6.1. Fuel Conditioning System

Describes components for pipeline natural gas fuel conditioning and responsibilities for its system.

6.2. Raw Natural Gas

Defines raw natural gas and highlights special pretreatment considerations due to contaminants.

6.3. Biogas

Defines biogas and emphasizes special pretreatment needs due to common contaminants.

6.4. Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)

Characterizes LPG and notes special considerations for its vaporization and fuel system components.

6.5. General Considerations for Gaseous Fuels

Addresses general factors for gaseous fuels, including pressure, dew point suppression, and condensate removal.

7. Electrical Installation

7.1. General Requirements

Outlines general requirements for electrical connections, grounding, and load analysis for Capstone products.

7.2. Grounding Requirements

Details protective earth (PE) grounding requirements for microturbine chassis and neutral grounding.

7.3. Overcurrent Protection and Disconnecting Devices

Covers requirements for overcurrent protection devices such as circuit breakers or fused disconnects.

7.4. Transformer Requirements

Discusses transformer applications, sizing, and input impedance calculations for grid connect installations.

7.5. Grid Connect Mode

Describes Grid Connect mode operation, including utility synchronization and protective relays.

7.6. Standalone Mode

Defines Stand Alone mode where the turbine solely supports the load and maintains voltage.

7.7. Dual Mode

Explains Dual Mode connections and how the DMSC controls transfer between Grid Connect and Stand Alone modes.

7.8. Harmonics

Recommends power quality studies to identify and avoid challenges associated with harmonics.

8. Communication

8.1. Ethernet Communication

Details Ethernet communication setup for microturbines and controllers using CRMS.

8.2. C1000 Series Controller TB1 Connections

Describes external connections made to terminal block TB1 of the C1000 series controller.

8.3. C1000 Series Controller TB3 Connections

Describes external connections made to terminal block TB3 of the C1000 series controller.

8.4. External Controller Connections

Explains connecting external controllers like CLC to microturbines for enhanced control.