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EASY What is a feature of modern distributed control system electronic displays?
EASY What is a feature of modern distributed control system electronic displays?
- Can only be used for boiler plant equipment
- Require paper and ink to function
- Can be configured to show thousands of control parameters (correct)
- Can only show one control parameter at a time
What is a limitation of mechanical chart or strip recorders?
What is a limitation of mechanical chart or strip recorders?
- They can show thousands of control parameters
- They require frequent software updates
- They can only be used for boiler plant equipment
- They have a defined length of time before the paper and ink need to be replaced (correct)
What type of data can be recorded on circular chart recorders?
What type of data can be recorded on circular chart recorders?
- Only temperature data
- Trends related to process equipment (correct)
- Only level data
- Only pressure data
Why do operators observe bearing vibrations in the control room?
Why do operators observe bearing vibrations in the control room?
How often are circular chart recorders typically renewed?
How often are circular chart recorders typically renewed?
Why do operators often ignore equipment that operates automatically?
Why do operators often ignore equipment that operates automatically?
What is the purpose of taking power plant readings?
What is the purpose of taking power plant readings?
What action can be taken if a reading is outside of the expected range?
What action can be taken if a reading is outside of the expected range?
What is the purpose of reviewing reading sheets?
What is the purpose of reviewing reading sheets?
Who is responsible for taking readings in the field?
Who is responsible for taking readings in the field?
What is the purpose of chart recorders in control rooms?
What is the purpose of chart recorders in control rooms?
Why is it important to record information accurately?
Why is it important to record information accurately?
What is the purpose of monitoring current and historical conditions in control rooms?
What is the purpose of monitoring current and historical conditions in control rooms?
MEDIUM What is a common application of recorded trends in control rooms?
MEDIUM What is a common application of recorded trends in control rooms?
What is a key difference between mechanical and electronic chart recorders?
What is a key difference between mechanical and electronic chart recorders?
Why are electronic displays configured in control rooms?
Why are electronic displays configured in control rooms?
What type of data is typically recorded on mechanical chart recorders?
What type of data is typically recorded on mechanical chart recorders?
What is a benefit of using electronic displays in control rooms?
What is a benefit of using electronic displays in control rooms?
What can be achieved by conducting regular rounds and taking readings in a power plant?
What can be achieved by conducting regular rounds and taking readings in a power plant?
What is a benefit of taking readings from field instruments, chart recorders, or computer screens?
What is a benefit of taking readings from field instruments, chart recorders, or computer screens?
What can be done if a reading is outside of the expected range?
What can be done if a reading is outside of the expected range?
Why is it important for both control room operators and field operators to take readings?
Why is it important for both control room operators and field operators to take readings?
What can be reviewed from reading sheets to identify trends or patterns?
What can be reviewed from reading sheets to identify trends or patterns?
What is the purpose of monitoring current and historical conditions in control rooms?
What is the purpose of monitoring current and historical conditions in control rooms?
What can be done to prevent ignoring equipment that operates automatically?
What can be done to prevent ignoring equipment that operates automatically?
What is a benefit of reviewing reading sheets?
What is a benefit of reviewing reading sheets?
HARD What is the primary advantage of using electronic displays in control rooms?
HARD What is the primary advantage of using electronic displays in control rooms?
What is the primary purpose of recording bearing vibrations in the control room?
What is the primary purpose of recording bearing vibrations in the control room?
What is a limitation of circular chart recorders?
What is a limitation of circular chart recorders?
What is a benefit of using mechanical chart recorders?
What is a benefit of using mechanical chart recorders?
What is the primary purpose of reviewing recorded trends in control rooms?
What is the primary purpose of reviewing recorded trends in control rooms?
What is the primary reason why operators tend to trust control systems too much?
What is the primary reason why operators tend to trust control systems too much?
What can be achieved by taking readings from field instruments, chart recorders, or computer screens?
What can be achieved by taking readings from field instruments, chart recorders, or computer screens?
What is the consequence of ignoring equipment that operates automatically?
What is the consequence of ignoring equipment that operates automatically?
What is the primary benefit of reviewing reading sheets?
What is the primary benefit of reviewing reading sheets?
Why are both control room operators and field operators required to take readings?
Why are both control room operators and field operators required to take readings?
What can be prevented by conducting regular rounds and taking readings?
What can be prevented by conducting regular rounds and taking readings?
What is the primary purpose of chart recorders in control rooms?
What is the primary purpose of chart recorders in control rooms?
What is the primary responsibility of Power Engineers in the field?
What is the primary responsibility of Power Engineers in the field?
Study Notes
Importance of Regular Readings
- Automatic equipment can be ignored, leading to complacency and adverse conditions
- Regular readings can help avoid adverse conditions and encourage operators to:
- Familiarize themselves with equipment
- Assess operating conditions
- Diagnose problems
- Identify operating trends
Taking Readings
- Readings are taken from field instruments, chart recorders, or computer screens
- Readings are necessary to compare current field conditions with expected performance
- Immediate action can be taken if a reading is outside the expected range
- Examples of readings include lubrication oil temperature and bearing vibrations
Field Operators
- Field operators take readings while performing rounds
- Readings are recorded on a sheet and can be stored for historical data
- Historical data can help explain recurring problems
Control Room Operators
- Control room operators must also take readings to:
- Assess system performance
- Foresee problems
- Take action
- Chart recorders and electronic displays are used to assist control room operators
- Electronic displays can show thousands of control parameters simultaneously
Chart Recorders
- Mechanical chart recorders require paper and ink, which need to be replaced periodically
- Circular chart recorders are renewed daily or weekly, depending on the recorder mechanism
- Recorded trends can be dedicated to specific equipment or processes
Importance of Regular Readings
- Automatic equipment can be ignored, leading to complacency and adverse conditions
- Regular readings can help avoid adverse conditions and encourage operators to:
- Familiarize themselves with equipment
- Assess operating conditions
- Diagnose problems
- Identify operating trends
Taking Readings
- Readings are taken from field instruments, chart recorders, or computer screens
- Readings are necessary to compare current field conditions with expected performance
- Immediate action can be taken if a reading is outside the expected range
- Examples of readings include lubrication oil temperature and bearing vibrations
Field Operators
- Field operators take readings while performing rounds
- Readings are recorded on a sheet and can be stored for historical data
- Historical data can help explain recurring problems
Control Room Operators
- Control room operators must also take readings to:
- Assess system performance
- Foresee problems
- Take action
- Chart recorders and electronic displays are used to assist control room operators
- Electronic displays can show thousands of control parameters simultaneously
Chart Recorders
- Mechanical chart recorders require paper and ink, which need to be replaced periodically
- Circular chart recorders are renewed daily or weekly, depending on the recorder mechanism
- Recorded trends can be dedicated to specific equipment or processes
Importance of Regular Readings
- Automatic equipment can be ignored, leading to complacency and adverse conditions
- Regular readings can help avoid adverse conditions and encourage operators to:
- Familiarize themselves with equipment
- Assess operating conditions
- Diagnose problems
- Identify operating trends
Taking Readings
- Readings are taken from field instruments, chart recorders, or computer screens
- Readings are necessary to compare current field conditions with expected performance
- Immediate action can be taken if a reading is outside the expected range
- Examples of readings include lubrication oil temperature and bearing vibrations
Field Operators
- Field operators take readings while performing rounds
- Readings are recorded on a sheet and can be stored for historical data
- Historical data can help explain recurring problems
Control Room Operators
- Control room operators must also take readings to:
- Assess system performance
- Foresee problems
- Take action
- Chart recorders and electronic displays are used to assist control room operators
- Electronic displays can show thousands of control parameters simultaneously
Chart Recorders
- Mechanical chart recorders require paper and ink, which need to be replaced periodically
- Circular chart recorders are renewed daily or weekly, depending on the recorder mechanism
- Recorded trends can be dedicated to specific equipment or processes
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Learn about the importance of regular rounds and taking readings in power plant operations to ensure equipment performance and avoid adverse conditions.
