Hydropower Turbine and Runner Inspection Checklist
This hydropower turbine and runner inspection checklist ensures compliance with IEC 60041 (Hydraulic Turbine Field Acceptance Tests), ASME PTC 18 (Hydraulic Turbines), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.269 electrical safety, and NFPA 70B electrical equipment maintenance recommendations. Designed for hydro plant mechanical and electrical engineers to conduct dewatered turbine inspection, runner assessment, and draft tube inspection during planned outages.
- Industry: Renewable Energy
- Frequency: Per Event
- Estimated Time: 4-8 hours
- Role: Hydro Plant Mechanical Engineer / Inspection Team
- Total Items: 30
- Compliance: IEC 60041 Hydraulic Turbine Field Acceptance Tests, ASME PTC 18 Hydraulic Turbines, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.269 Electric Power Generation, NFPA 70B Electrical Equipment Maintenance, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 Permit-Required Confined Spaces
Confined Space Entry Safety
Pre-entry safety for draft tube and turbine pit.
- Confined space entry permit issued?
- Unit fully isolated (penstock, draft tube, wicket gates)?
- Unit dewatered and pumped down?
- Confined space atmosphere tested (O2, CO, H2S)?
- Confined space attendant stationed outside?
Runner Inspection
Turbine runner condition assessment.
- Runner blades free of significant cavitation erosion?
- Runner free of cracks at blade roots, crown, and band?
- Balance weights secure and accounted for?
- Runner clearances within design tolerances?
- Runner Condition Photo
Draft Tube and Scroll Case
Hydraulic passage inspection.
- Draft tube lining free of cavitation damage?
- Scroll case free of cracks or unusual corrosion?
- Stay vanes free of cracks or erosion?
- Wicket gates free of erosion and operating smoothly?
- Draft Tube Condition Photo
Shaft and Bearings
Main shaft and bearing condition.
- Shaft runout within tolerance?
- Guide bearings show no unusual wear patterns?
- Thrust bearing pads within service life?
- Shaft seal/packing in good condition?
- Oil samples from all bearings sent to lab?
Generator Inspection
Generator rotor, stator, and electrical assessment.
- Rotor poles and wedges secure?
- Stator winding insulation resistance tested?
- Air gap measurements within tolerances?
- Generator cleaned (blown down with dry compressed air)?
- Exciter and voltage regulator inspected?
Outage Completion
Closeout and return-to-service documentation.
- All personnel cleared from confined spaces before flooding?
- Tool inventory reconciled (no tools left in machine)?
- All repair work completed and inspected?
- Unit cleared for return to service by plant manager?
- Outage Inspection Report Notes
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Why Use This Hydropower Turbine and Runner Inspection Checklist?
This hydropower turbine and runner inspection checklist helps renewable energy teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for hydro plant mechanical engineer / inspection team professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: per event.
Ensures compliance with IEC 60041 Hydraulic Turbine Field Acceptance Tests, ASME PTC 18 Hydraulic Turbines, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.269 Electric Power Generation, NFPA 70B Electrical Equipment Maintenance, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 Permit-Required Confined Spaces. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Hydropower Turbine and Runner Inspection Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 6 sections: Confined Space Entry Safety, Runner Inspection, Draft Tube and Scroll Case, Shaft and Bearings, Generator Inspection, Outage Completion. It is designed for renewable energy operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed per event. Each completion takes approximately 4-8 hours.
Who should use this Hydropower Turbine and Runner Inspection Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Hydro Plant Mechanical Engineer / Inspection Team professionals in the renewable energy industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.