CRDM Cooling Flashcards
P.S. To CRDM cooling fans?
1E11- 12J
1E12- 12I
1E13- 12J
When must CRDM cooling fans be energized? When is it not req but desired?
Prior to 350 deg Anytime CRDM energized Natural circulation (faster cooldown)
Describe CRDM cooling system including flowpath
Three fans, two running (100% flow) one in off, non running fan backdraft damper closed. Flow enters side of IHP, flows down towards head, guided across head and up IHP through fans
Purpose of CRDM cooling system
- remove heat from CRDM coils and Rx head - cool concrete in primary shield wall - provide full flow w/2 fans - ease of disassembly (IHP)
Interlocks associated w/CRDM cooling fans
If in auto restart- if power lost and subsequently restored fan will restart after time delay
CRDM cooling fans- what is purpose of power transfer switches
Provide temporary source of power from other unit during outages NOT for alternative power to fans
Precautions and limitations for CRDM cooling
Don’t run three fans in parallel Don’t use power xfr switch for alt power for fans only for outage use