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The station starts out with maxed out battery power, but not generating any power at all.  If power is not supplied, the station will start going dark in about 10 minutes, and the engineers will likely be threatened with lynchings until they resolve it.  Or if they don't they will actually be lynched.


= The Singularity Engine =
The singularity engine is the real engine of the station, containing the mass gravitational power of a black hole so the crew can deep fry various articles of clothing.  Starting the singularity engine requires the intervention of at least one human, and is usually the responsibility of the [[Chief Engineer]].  However, anyone with sufficient access, a [[welder]], and a [[wrench]] can do it.  A [[Clothing#Welding Helmet|welding mask]] is also advised due to the large amount of welding that goes on.


== Activating the singularity engine ==
=Thermo-Electric Generator Startup Procedure for Mark I Plasma-Fired Engines=
There are 3 critical parts of the engine: The [[singularity generator]], the [[field generator|field generators]], and the [[emitter|emitters]]. The process for setting it up correctly is involved enough that it has its own article, found [[Singularity Engine|here]].
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Warning! Improper engine and generator operation may cause exposure to hazardous gasses, extremes of heat and cold, and dangerous electrical voltages.
Only trained personnel should operate station systems. Follow all procedures carefully. Wear correct personal protective equipment at all times.
Refer to your supervisor or Head of Personnel for procedure updates and additional information.
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Standard checklist for engine and generator cold-start.


= The Solars =
1. Perform visual inspection of external (cooling) and internal (heating) heat-exchange pipe loops. Refer any breaks or cracks in the pipe to Station Maintenance for repair before continuing.  
The solars are the external solar arrays of the station, nice in that they are almost maintenance free and provide enough power to keep lights and life support on in the station.  However, they are not enough to keep anything else on, and they are trivially sabotaged by anyone with a space suit and [[wirecutters]].


== Activating the solar arrays ==
2. Connect a CO2 canister to the external (cooling) loop connector, and release the contents. Check loop pressurization is stable.
There are two [[solar arrays]] on the station, one on the west side with the control station just north of the cargo bay, and one on the east side with the control station just north of the disposal area.  Assuming you have sufficient access, you do not need any tools to start the solars.
Note: Observe standard canister safety procedures.
Note: Other gasses may be substituted as a medium in the external (cooling) loop in the event that CO2 is not available.  


'''Steps to activating the solars:'''
3. Connect a CO2 canister to the internal (heating) loop connector, and release the contents. Check loop pressurization is stable.
* Click on the computer with an empty hand.
Note: Observe standard canister safety procedures.
* Set the tracking algorithm to ''Auto''. (Note: This should be set by default)
Note: Nitrogen may be substituted as a medium in the internal (heating) loop in the event that CO2 is not available. Do not use plasma in the internal (heating) pipe loop as an unsafe condition may result.
* Click the adjacent [[SMES]], set its input value to somewhere between 70k and 100k and input status to ''Auto'', and its output value to 40-70k and output status to ''On''


Done. The AI can do this as well, and it is often easiest to simply ask the AI to 'set the solars'.
4. Using the thermo-electric generator (TEG) master control panel, engage the internal and external loop circulator pumps at 1% maximum rate.


= The Furnaces =
5. Ignite the engine. Refer to document NTRSN-113-H9-12939 for proper engine preparation, ignition, and plasma-oxygen loading procedures.
The [[furnaces]] are traditional coal-burning power sources and are typically a last resort on the station. They consume the [[Guide to Mining#Char|char]] mineral and produce power. Do not bother activating the furnaces unless the singularity engine has been stolen or something.
Note: Exceeding recommended plasma-oxygen concentrations can cause engine damage and potential hazards.  


'''Steps to activating the furnaces:'''
6. Monitor engine temperatures until stable operation is achieved.
* Click and drag a crate of furnace fuel onto a furnace and it will auto-load all the [[Guide to Mining#Char|char]] inside.
 
* With an empty hand, click the furnace and click ''On''.
7. Increase internal and external circulator pumps to 10% of maximum rate. Monitor the generated power output on the TEG control panel.
Note: Consult appendix A for expected electrical generation rates.
 
8. Adjust circulator rates until required electrical demand is met.
Note: Generation rate varies with internal and external loop temperatures, exchange media pressure, and engine geometry. Refer to Appendix B or your supervisor for locally determined optimal settings.
Note: Do not exceed safety ratings for station power cabling and electrical equipment.  
With the power generation rate stable, engage charging of the superconducting magnetic energy storage (SMES) devices. Total SMES charging rate should not exceed total power generation rate, or an overload condition may occur.  
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Revision as of 05:21, 3 March 2013


Thermo-Electric Generator Startup Procedure for Mark I Plasma-Fired Engines

Warning! Improper engine and generator operation may cause exposure to hazardous gasses, extremes of heat and cold, and dangerous electrical voltages. Only trained personnel should operate station systems. Follow all procedures carefully. Wear correct personal protective equipment at all times. Refer to your supervisor or Head of Personnel for procedure updates and additional information.

Standard checklist for engine and generator cold-start.

1. Perform visual inspection of external (cooling) and internal (heating) heat-exchange pipe loops. Refer any breaks or cracks in the pipe to Station Maintenance for repair before continuing.

2. Connect a CO2 canister to the external (cooling) loop connector, and release the contents. Check loop pressurization is stable. Note: Observe standard canister safety procedures. Note: Other gasses may be substituted as a medium in the external (cooling) loop in the event that CO2 is not available.

3. Connect a CO2 canister to the internal (heating) loop connector, and release the contents. Check loop pressurization is stable. Note: Observe standard canister safety procedures. Note: Nitrogen may be substituted as a medium in the internal (heating) loop in the event that CO2 is not available. Do not use plasma in the internal (heating) pipe loop as an unsafe condition may result.

4. Using the thermo-electric generator (TEG) master control panel, engage the internal and external loop circulator pumps at 1% maximum rate.

5. Ignite the engine. Refer to document NTRSN-113-H9-12939 for proper engine preparation, ignition, and plasma-oxygen loading procedures. Note: Exceeding recommended plasma-oxygen concentrations can cause engine damage and potential hazards.

6. Monitor engine temperatures until stable operation is achieved.

7. Increase internal and external circulator pumps to 10% of maximum rate. Monitor the generated power output on the TEG control panel. Note: Consult appendix A for expected electrical generation rates.

8. Adjust circulator rates until required electrical demand is met. Note: Generation rate varies with internal and external loop temperatures, exchange media pressure, and engine geometry. Refer to Appendix B or your supervisor for locally determined optimal settings. Note: Do not exceed safety ratings for station power cabling and electrical equipment. With the power generation rate stable, engage charging of the superconducting magnetic energy storage (SMES) devices. Total SMES charging rate should not exceed total power generation rate, or an overload condition may occur.

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