> From: "Jones Beene" > It turns out that the French system is variable between 49-51 Hz and that the > higher number would be expected when the plant is running at thremal > maximum... in l'ete, shall we say...
I don't think this is right. This the maximum variation for ENGAGING a generator to the network. Once engaged there will be a forced synchronization. Outside this range the generator will not be allowed to engage. Unfortunately, my french rough and my french-speaking secretary is on vacation in Paris. I hope she enjoys the heat and locusts.

