Operation Manual / 2 Safety / A130 - A1551 Safety Page 6 / 19© Copyright 2017 ABB. All rights reserved. HZTL4022_EN Revision D January 2017State of the artThe turbocharger is designed and manufactured according to the state of the art and is safe tooperate.Perfect conditionThe turbocharger must only be used when it is in a technically flawless condition and operatedin compliance with its intended use.ABB excludes any liability for damage resulting from unauthorized modifications to the turbo-charger or improper operation.1.6 Deflagration on gas enginesABB turbochargers can tolerate a deflagration with a transient pressure increase of 12 bar.After a deflagration event ABB Turbo Systems recommends verifying the following points onthe turbocharger: Position of the turbine and compressor casings to the bearing casing Shifting of the bearing casing in relation to the bracket Cracks in casingsIf during external inspection anomalies are found or if a particularly strong deflagration eventhas taken place, it is also recommended to check the bearings of the turbochargers before thenext start. An ABB Turbocharging Service Station should be instructed to carry out this inspec-tion.