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Safety Precautions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains
important instructions that should be followed during installation
and maintenance of the generator set and batteries. Before
operating the generator set (genset), read the Operators Manual and
become familiar with it and the equipment.
Safe and efficient operation can be achieved only if the
equipment is properly operated and maintained.
Many accidents are caused by failure to follow fundamental rules
and precautions. The following symbols, found throughout this
manual, alert you to potentially dangerous conditions to the
operator, service personnel, or the equipment
DANGER This symbol warns of immediate hazards which will result
in severe personal injury or death. WARNING This symbol refers to a
hazard or unsafe practice which can result in severe personal
injury or death.
CAUTION This symbol refers to a hazard or unsafe practice which
can result in personal injury or product or property damage.
FUEL AND FUMES ARE FLAMMABLE Fire, explosion, and personal
injury or death can result from improper practices.
DO NOT fill fuel tanks while engine is running, unless tanks are
outside the engine compartment. Fuel contact with hot engine or
exhaust is a potential fire hazard.
DO NOT permit any flame, cigarette, pilot light, spark, arcing
equipment, or other ignition source near the generator set or fuel
tank.
Fuel lines must be adequately secured and free of leaks. Fuel
connection at the engine should be made with an approved flexible
line. Do not use zinc coated or copper fuel lines with diesel
fuel.
Be sure all fuel supplies have a positive shutoff valve. Be sure
battery area has been well-ventilated prior to servicing near it.
Lead-acid batteries emit a highly explosive hydrogen gas that can
be ignited by arcing, sparking, smoking, etc.
EXHAUST GASES ARE DEADLY Provide an adequate exhaust system to
properly expel discharged gases away from enclosed or sheltered
areas and areas where individuals are likely to congregate.
Visually and audibly inspect the exhaust for leaks daily or per the
maintenance schedule. Make sure that exhaust manifolds are secured
and not warped. Do not use exhaust gases to heat a compartment.
Be sure the unit is well ventilated. Engine exhaust and some of
its constituents are known to the state of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.
MOVING PARTS CAN CAUSE SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH
Keep your hands, clothing, and jewelry away from moving parts.
Before starting work on the generator set, disconnect battery
charger from its
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AC source, then disconnect starting batteries, negative () cable
first. This will prevent accidental starting. Make sure that
fasteners on the generator set are secure. Tighten supports and
clamps, keep guards in position over fans, drive belts, etc. Do not
wear loose clothing or jewelry in the vicinity of moving parts, or
while working on electrical equipment. Loose clothing and jewelry
can become caught in moving parts. If adjustment must be made while
the unit is running, use extreme caution around hot manifolds,
moving parts, etc.
DO NOT OPERATE IN FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE ENVIRONMENTS Flammable
vapor can cause an engine to overspeed and become difficult to
stop, resulting in possible fire, explosion, severe personal injury
and death. Do not operate a genset where a flammable vapor
environment can be created by fuel spill, leak, etc., unless the
genset is equipped with an automatic safety device to block the air
intake and stop the engine. The owners and operators of the genset
are solely responsible for operating the genset safely. Contact
your authorized Cummins Power Generation distributor for more
information.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK CAN CAUSE SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH
Remove electric power before removing protective shields or
touching electrical equipment. Use rubber insulative mats placed on
dry wood platforms over floors that are metal or concrete when
around electrical equipment. Do not wear damp clothing
(particularly wet shoes) or allow skin surface to be damp when
handling electrical equipment. Do not wear jewelry. Jewelry can
short out electrical contacts and cause shock or burning.
Use extreme caution when working on electrical components. High
voltages can cause injury or death. DO NOT tamper with interlocks.
Follow all applicable state and local electrical codes. Have all
electrical installations performed by a qualified licensed
electrician. Tag and lock open switches to avoid accidental
closure.
DO NOT CONNECT GENERATOR SET DIRECTLY TO ANY BUILDING ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM. Hazardous voltages can flow from the generator set into the
utility line. This creates a potential for electrocution or
property damage. Connect only through an approved isolation switch
or an approved paralleling device.
MEDIUM VOLTAGE GENERATOR SETS (601V to 15kV)
Medium voltage acts differently than low voltage. Special
equipment and training is required to work on or around medium
voltage equipment. Operation and maintenance must be done only by
persons trained and qualified to work on such devices. Improper use
or procedures will result in severe personal injury or death. Do
not work on energized equipment. Unauthorized personnel must not be
permitted near energized equipment. Due to the nature of medium
voltage electrical equipment, induced voltage remains even after
the equipment is disconnected from the power source. Plan the time
for maintenance with authorized personnel so that the equipment can
be deenergized and safely grounded. GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Coolants under pressure have a higher boiling point than water. DO
NOT open a radiator or heat exchanger pressure cap while the engine
is running. To prevent severe scalding,
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let engine cool down before removing coolant pressure cap. Turn
cap slowly, and do not open it fully until the pressure has been
relieved. Used engine oils have been identified by some state or
federal agencies as causing cancer or reproductive toxicity. When
checking or changing engine oil, take care not to ingest, breathe
the fumes, or contact used oil.
Keep multi-class ABC fire extinguishers handy. Class A fires
involve ordinary combustible materials such as wood and cloth;
Class B fires, combustible and flammable liquid fuels and gaseous
fuels; Class C fires, live electrical equipment. (ref. NFPA No.
10). Make sure that rags or combustible material are not left on or
near the generator set. Make sure generator set is mounted in a
manner to prevent combustible materials from accumulating under or
near the unit. Remove all unnecessary grease and oil from the unit.
Accumulated grease and oil can cause overheating and engine damage
which present a potential fire hazard. Keep the generator set and
the surrounding area clean and free from obstructions. Remove any
debris from the set and keep the floor clean and dry. Do not work
on this equipment when mentally or physically fatigued, or after
consuming any alcohol or drug that makes the operation of equipment
unsafe. Substances in exhaust gases have been identified by some
state or federal agencies as causing cancer or reproductive
toxicity. Take care not to breath or ingest or come into contact
with exhaust gases.
Do not store any flammable liquids, such as fuel, cleaners, oil,
etc., near the
generator set. A fire or explosion could result. Wear hearing
protection when near an operating generator set. To prevent serious
burns, avoid contact with hot metal parts such as radiator system,
turbo charger system and exhaust system.
KEEP THIS MANUAL NEAR THE GENSET FOR EASY REFERENCE
DISPOSE OF THIS UNIT PROPERLY
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1. System Overview
Read Safety Precautions, and carefully observe all of the
instructions and precautions in this manual. Keep this manual with
the other genset and/or controller manuals.
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
You should have a basic understanding of generators and power
generation before you read this manual.
This is the Operator Manual for the PowerStart 0500 control. It
is not the Operator Manual for the generator set (genset) or any
accessories.
DESCRIPTION
The PowerStart 0500 is suitable for non-paralleling generator
sets (gensets) in standby or Prime power applications.
The PowerStart 0500 control is shown below.
The PS0500 is a microprocessor-based controller that has these
abilities.
Start and stop the genset. Monitor the status of the genset.
Warn the operator when unsafe conditions
are occurring Shut down the genset to prevent damage Adjust
settings that affect genset behavior. Provide a way for other
devices to remotely
start / Stop the genset
Note: other devices that can remotely start / Stop the genset
might be as simple as a switch or a push button or as sophisticated
as other controllers or computers. This manual introduces the ways
the Control can interact with other devices, but this manual cannot
identify all of the devices that might be used in every
application.
ALTERNATOR CONNECTIONS
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This section introduces the connections between the PS0500 and
the alternator.
Main Alternator Output
The PS0500 is connected to the main alternator output to measure
genset voltage and genset frequency.
The PS0500 is also connected to current transformers (CTs) which
reduce the genset current by a known ratio for measuring main
alternator output current.
Battery-charging Alternator
The PS0500 may be connected to the battery-charging alternator
to make sure the battery-charging alternator is recharging the
battery properly.
ENGINE CONNECTIONS
This section introduces the connections between the PS0500 and
the engine.
Battery Connections
The battery provides power for the PS0500 and the PS0500
monitors the battery voltage.
Starter The PS0500 is connected to the starter control relay in
order to control the starter.
See Sequences of Operation for more information about the
behavior of this output.
Fuel Shutoff (FSO) Relay The PS0500 is connected to the fuel
shutoff control (FSO) in order to control the fuel shutoff solenoid
in the fuel supply line.
See Sequences of Operation for more information about the
behavior of this output.
GENSET CONNECTIONS
This section introduces the connections between
the PS0500 and other parts of the genset. Some of these
connections are flexible and might be made to many types of
devices.
Customer Input
The PS0500 has one customer input that can be configured to
invoke a shutdown or Warning response
Battery Charger Failed Switch
The PS0500s Customer Input may be connected to a battery
chargers status output (discrete) to monitor the battery charger
operation.
Emergency Stop Buttons
The PS0500 may be connected to a push button that shuts the
genset down immediately when pressed.
FIGURE 1-2. EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON (EXAMPLE)
Customer Output
The PS0500 has one customer output that can be configured to
become active when either a shutdown or Warning fault occurs.
PC-based Service Tools
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The PS0500 or the Operator Panel may be connected to a PC-based
service tool, such as InPower.
Note: See the PC-based service tool documentation for more
information.
The PC-based service tool harness (Figure 1-7) is used to
connect the PS0500 to a PC-based service tool.
FIGURE 1-7. PC-BASED SERVICE TOOL HARNESS
Ready to Load
The PS0500 may notify a device when event 1465 (Ready to Load)
is active. Typically, the device is a programmable logic
controller
Remote Start
The PS0500 may be connected to a device that can generate a
remote start signal. Typically, the device is a transfer
switch.
CERTIFICATIONS
The PS0500 meets or exceeds the requirements of the following
codes and standards.
UL 508 CSA C282 compliant 22.2 compliant NFPA 99 compliant MS
202C, Method 101 compliant IEEE C62.41 compliant IEEE C37.90
compliant BS ISO 85284:2005 BS EN 500811:1992 BS EN 6100062:2001 BS
EN 6100063:2001 BS EN 6100064:2001
CE Marking: The control system is suitable for use on generator
sets to be CE marked.
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2. Control Operation
In this section, italics are used to identify a specific
parameter by name.
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
AC power is present when the genset is running. Do not open the
generator output box while the genset is running.
WARNING Contacting high-voltage components can cause
electrocution, resulting in severe personal injury or death. Do not
open the generator output box while the set is running. Read and
observe all WARNINGS and CAUTIONS in your genset manuals.
The PS0500 cabinet must be opened only by technically qualified
personnel.
WARNING The PS0500 cabinet must be opened only by qualified
personnel. High-level voltages (up to 600 VAC) are present in the
PS0500 cabinet. These voltages can cause electrical shock,
resulting in personal injury or death.
CAUTION Even with the power removed, improper handling of
components can cause electrostatic discharge and damage to circuit
components.
Read Safety Precautions, and carefully observe all of the
instructions and precautions in this manual.
STARTING AND STOPPING THE GENSET
The buttons related to changing mode of operation are
highlighted in figure 2.1 and described in Table 2.1
FIGURE 2-1. CONTROL PANEL BUTTONS
TABLE 2-1 CONTROL PANEL BUTTONS BUTTON(S) DESCRIPTION Manual
Puts the control in Manual Mode to
Start the genset Manually. You have to push the Start button in
less than ten seconds after you push the Manual button.
Auto Puts the control in Auto Mode. The genset starts and stops
when it is told by other devices (such as a transfer switch)
Stop Stops the genset
When the genset starts and stops, it follows a series of steps,
called a sequence of operation that is intended to maximize the
life of the genset. The genset might not start or stop
immediately.
WARNING The genset might not start or stop immediately. Do not
attempt to service the genset if it does not appear to respond
immediately. Accidental starting of the genset during
troubleshooting can cause severe personal injury or death.
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CONTROL PANEL
The control panel (Figure 2-2) is the front panel of the PS0500
control.
FIGURE 2-2. CONTROL PANEL (PS0500)
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Control Panel DescriptionAlpha-numeric LCD Display
The 2 line 16 Character, Backlit LCD display is used to indicate
various genset parameters in several frames. The frames are
normally scrolled one after the other for 3 seconds each at a time.
The scrolling can be stopped and parameters on a particular frame
can be monitored for longer time by pressing the OK button while
the frame of interest is being displayed. Pressing the OK button
again causes the frames to start scrolling again. The LCD display
is also used to present the setup menus during the setup modes. The
set up modes are described in detail in a separate section in this
manual.
TABLE 2-2. LED INDICATORS AND BUTTONS
LED DESCRIPTION
Genset Running
This green LED is lit when the genset is running at or near
rated speed and voltage.
This is not lit while the genset is Stopped.
Remote Start
This green LED is lit when the remote start signal is active.
This signal has no effect unless the PS0500 is in Auto mode.
Shutdown This red LED is lit when there is any active shutdown
fault. Event 1541 (Common Shutdown) is active.
Warning This amber LED is lit when there is an active warning
fault. Event 1540 (Common Warning) is active.
Buttons and LED Indicators
TABLE 2-3. BUTTONS
LED/BUTTON
DESCRIPTION
Manual Press this to put the PS0500 in Manual mode from Stop
mode. If you do not press the Start button In ten seconds, the
control automatically enters the Stop mode The green LED above this
button blinks when the PS0500 is in Manual mode.
Start In Manual mode, press this to initiate a Manual Start
sequence. In other modes, this button has no effect.
Auto Press this to put the PS0500 in Auto mode from Stop mode.
The green LED above this button blinks when the PS0500 is in Auto
mode.
Stop Press this to Stop the running Genset. The Red LED above
this button blinks when the PS0500 is in Stop mode. Pressing this
button takes the control to STOP mode.
Reset This button is used along with the OK button to enter
setup mode. Holding these two buttons pressed continuously for 5
Seconds causes the control to enter in setup mode if the control is
in STOP mode. This button also wakes up the control from Power Down
Sleep Mode.
OK This button is used mainly in Setup mode to select menu
items. It is also used to Pause / Resume the scrolling of the
parameter frames.
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MODES OF OPERATION
The mode of operation determines the ways the Genset can be
started and stopped. The PS0500 runs in one of these modes at any
given time.
Table 2-3 explains how to change the mode of operation.
Stop (Off) Mode
Pressing the STOP button will always put the PS0500 in STOP mode
and the RED LED above the STOP button will start blinking.
In this mode, the PS0500 does not allow the genset to start /
Crank.
If the genset is running (either in Manual or Auto Mode) when
the Stop button is pressed, the PS0500 stops the genset and enters
in the STOP mode.
Setup Mode
The Setup mode can be entered only from Stop mode when the
genset is not running. This is accomplished by holding the Reset
and the OK buttons pressed for 5 seconds continuously while in stop
mode. The RED Stop Led flashes faster (double the normal rate) as
long as the control is in setup mode. While in setup mode, pressing
Start or Stop button has no effect. Exiting from setup mode will
return the control to STOP mode.
In the setup mode, a Menu driven setup process is available for
making adjustments that are allowed to be made from the control
panel. Set up process is described in detail in a separate section
later in this manual.
Auto Mode
Pressing the Auto Button while the PS0500 is in the STOP mode
will put the PS0500 in AUTO Mode. Pressing Auto Button while the
PS0500 is
in Manual Mode (Running or Not Running) has no effect.
WARNING In Auto mode, the genset can start at any time. NEVER
service the genset in Auto mode. Accidental starting of the genset
during troubleshooting can cause severe personal injury or death.
Disable the genset before troubleshooting.
When the remote start signal becomes active, the PS0500
initiates the start sequence to start the genset. The PS0500
continues to run as long as the signal is active. When the Remote
Start signal becomes inactive the PS0500 initiates a normal stop
sequence.
Pressing the Stop button shall always deactivate the FSO
immediately.
Remote Start Signal This signal will start the Genset when these
conditions are met.
The PS0500 is in Auto mode There are no active shutdown
faults
This signal comes typically from a transfer switch or an
external toggle switch.
Manual Mode
Pressing the Manual Button while the PS0500 is in the Stop Mode
will put the PS0500 in the Manual Mode.
In this mode, the genset is controlled manually. Pressing the
Start button initiates a Manual Start sequence. Remote start signal
has no effect.
Note: If you do not press the Start button in ten seconds, the
PS0500 changes over to STOP (Off) mode.
Pressing the Stop button initiates a stop sequence.
Power-Down Mode
The PS0500 can enter power-down or sleep mode, to reduce load on
batteries when not being used.
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PS0500 Power-down Mode Table 2-4 shows how much current the
PS0500 control module consumes in normal operation and in
power-down mode.
TABLE 2-4. PS0500 CURRENT CONSUMPTION PS0500 MODE CURRENT Normal
operation 350 mA Power-down < 5 mA
The PS0500 enters power-down mode when these conditions are
met.
The genset is not running. The Power down Mode Time Delay has
expired. There is no active communication on the RS-485
communication link. There are no active faults There are no active
Wake Up signals present.
In power-down mode, the microprocessor in the control stops,
thereby reducing the consumption from battery.
Wake Up Signals
The PS0500 wakes up from power-down mode when any of these
wakeup signals becomes active. Tool wakeup input (TB15 pin 5) is
grounded. he Reset button on the Control Panel is pressed Remote
Start Signal (Typically, to a transfer switch) is low.
SEQUENCES OF OPERATION
Sequences of operation describe the way the PS0500 starts the
genset or stops the genset. This is illustrated in Figure 2-7.
Stopped
Start Sequence
Genset Running
Stop Sequence
FIGURE 2-7. Sequence of operation
Start Sequences The PS0500 follows different start sequences
depending on its setup and conditions. If a start sequence is
interrupted for any reason except a shutdown fault (for example,
the remote start signal becomes inactive), the PS0500 aborts the
start sequence and initiates a Stop sequence.
Remote Start This sequence begins when these conditions are
met.
The PS0500 is in Auto mode. The remote start signal is active,
There are no active shutdown faults. This sequence is shown in
Figure 2-8.
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Stopped
Start Delay and
Preheat if enabled
Start Engine after Start
Delay expires and
Preheat conditions are
met
Wait For the Genset to
reach 90 % of Nominal
Frequency and
Voltage
Genset Running
FIGURE 2-8. Remote Start Sequence
In this sequence, the PS0500 follows these steps to start the
engine. 1. The PS0500 waits until Start Time Delay expires.
If the trim Glow Plug Enable is set to Enabled, the PS0500 turns
on the Glow Plug Control output. The PS0500 turns off the Glow Plug
Output when Glow Plug Timeout Period expires.
The PS0500 does not proceed to crank until both Start Time Delay
expires and the Glow Plug Output is turned off.
2. The PS0500 turns on the fuel shutoff (FSO) output and the
Starter Output.
Cycle Cranking he starter turns on for Cycle Crank Engage
Time and turns off for Cycle Crank Rest Time. The starter
repeats this process up to Crank Attempts times.
The PS0500 turns OFF the Starter Output and keeps it OFF
when,
The Genset Frequency is >= Starter Disconnect Speed /
Frequency Speed gain,
(Example: Typically the starter disconnect speed is set to 450
RPM. In case off a four pole alternator the value of the Frequency
speed gain is set to 30. So the genset frequency at which the
starter disengagement happens would be calculated as 450 / 30 =
15Hz)
OR The Battery Charging Alt Voltage >= Start Disconnect
threshold
If the genset frequency does not reach the start disconnect
threshold (15 Hz in above example) before PS0500 finishes the
cranking cycle, then it generates shutdown fault 359 (Fail To
start).
The PS0500 waits for the Genset to reach the rated frequency and
voltage. If that does not happen within 10 seconds from the starter
disconnect, the PS0500 generates Shutdown Fault 2335 (loss of AC
Sensing).
Manual Start This sequence begins when these conditions are met.
The PS0500 is in Manual mode and the Start button is pressed. There
are no active shutdown faults. This sequence is shown in Figure
2-9.
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Stopped
Turn ON Glow Plug
Output and Wait for
Preheat conditions to
be met if Glow Plug is
enabled
Start Engine
Wait For the Genset to
reach 90% of Nominal
Frequency and
Voltage
Genset Running
FIGURE 2-9. Manual Start Sequence
In this sequence, the PS0500 follows these steps to start the
engine.
1. If the trim Glow Plug Enable is set to Enabled, the PS0500
turns on the Glow Plug Control output. The PS0500 turns off the
Glow Plug Output when Glow Plug Timeout Period expires.
The PS0500 does not proceed to crank until the Glow Plug Output
is turned off.
2. The PS0500 turns ON the fuel shutoff (FSO) output and the
Starter Output.
The cycle cranking process as explained above is followed in
Manual Mode also.
Genset Running (Ready to Load)
The PS0500 enters the Genset Running (Ready to Load) state when
the genset frequency and voltage are both >= 90 percent of the
nominal frequency and nominal voltage respectively.
Meter Calibration
When running in Manual Mode, the control allows meter
calibration process to be invoked, when the Genset Running (Ready
to Load) state is reached. The Meter Calibration process is invoked
by holding the Reset and OK buttons pressed for 5 seconds
continuously. The process allows the arrow keys to be used for
adjusting the displayed alternator AC Voltage / Current values to
actual values (as measured using an independent calibrated
instrument) one by one.
The Meter Calibration Process is available when running the
genset in Manual Mode only.
Nominal Voltage and Frequency
The PS0500 does not have the control of the genset frequency
(speed) and the genset voltage.
The nominal voltage and the nominal frequency set-up parameters
are used only for calculation of the over voltage, under voltage,
over frequency and under frequency fault thresholds and determining
if the Genset Running (Ready to Load) state has been reached as
described above.
Stop Sequences
The PS0500 follows different stop sequences depending on its
setup and conditions.
Auto Mode In Auto mode the stop sequence begins when these
conditions are met. The genset is running at rated speed and
voltage The remote start signal is inactive. There are no active
shutdown faults.
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The Genset will continue to run for the Stop Delay time and then
the FSO Output will be deactivated by the PS0500.
Manual Mode
In Manual mode the stop sequence begins when these conditions
are met. The genset is running at rated speed and voltage The Stop
button has been pressed. There are no active shutdown faults.
The FSO Output will be deactivated by the PS0500 immediately
when the Stop button is pressed.
Fault Shutdown
In Manual as well as Auto mode, the FSO Output will be
deactivated by the PS0500 immediately when any of the shutdown
faults becomes active.
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3. Setup and Calibration
Read Safety Precautions, and carefully observe all of the
instructions and precautions in this manual.
CAUTION: Only qualified technicians should adjust the parameters
described in this section. Failure to follow this may affect genset
operation and may cause damage to the genset or to equipment
connected to the genset.
In this section, italics are used to identify a specific
parameter by name.
PARAMETERS
See Section 4 for more information about parameters that you can
adjust in the Operator Panel.
Capture File
Use InPower to save the current settings in a capture file on a
PC or network. You can use the capture file to look at the current
settings while you are away from the PS0500 or to restore settings
if you have to reset the PS0500 for any reason. See the InPower
User Guide for more information.
While InPower can be used with the PS0500 for facilitating the
setup, it is not essential for carrying out the basic setup
operations. The basic setup can be performed directly from the
control panel of PS0500. Following paragraphs Describe the process
of carrying out basic setup from the control panel.
Entering and leaving the Setup Mode
The Setup mode can be entered only from Stop mode when the
genset is not running. This is accomplished by
holding the Reset and the OK buttons pressed for 5 seconds
continuously while in stop mode. The RED Stop Led flashes faster
(double the normal rate) as long as the control is in setup mode.
Pressing button while in Main Menu exits the setup mode. Navigation
through the setup menus is described further in a separate section
later.
MENU Description
Tables 3.1 to 3.15 show a summary of the menus offered on the
control panel of the PS0500.
Table 3.1 Main Menu Description
Menu Description Alt Setup Use this menu to select
alternator setup parameters like Single / Three phase, 50 / 60
Hz operation, Wye / Delta , Voltage etc.
Units Use this menu to select Metric or US units for Coolant
Temperature and Oil Pressure
Oil Pr Input
Use this menu to select the sensor types used with oil
pressure
Customer I/O Use this Menu to configure the response to Customer
input and to configure usage of the customer output
Flt History Use this menu to view last five faults that are
stored in the control
Load Defaults Use this menu to set the default values.
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Table 3.2 Alt Setup Menu
Table 3.3 Frequency Sub Menu
Table 3.4 Phase Type Sub Menu
Menu Items Single 3 Wire 3 Phase Single 2 wire
Table 3.4 Connect Type Sub Menu
Menu Items Star Connect Delta Connect
Table 3.5 CT Ratio Sub Menu
Menu Items 50:5 75:5 100:5 150:5 200:5 250:5 300:5
Table 3.6 Nom LL Voltage Sub Menu
Menu Items 190 200 208 220 230 240 380 400 416 440 460 480
600
Table 3.7 Units Menu
Menu Item
Description
Metric Select this item to choose Metric Units for the display
of Coolant Temperature and Oil Pressure
SubMenu Description Phase Type Select this submenu to
choose between single / three phase operation
CT Ratio Select this submenu to choose the CT Ratio
Connect Type Select this submenu to choose between Wye / Delta
connection of alternator windings
Nom LL Voltage Select this submenu to choose the alternator
nominal voltage
Frequency Select this submenu to choose the frequency of
operation
Menu Items 50 Hz 60 Hz
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US Select this item to choose US Units for the display of
Coolant Temperature and Oil Pressure
Table 3.9 Oil Pr Input
SubMenu Description Sensor Select this if using a Sender Switch
Select this if using a Switch
Table 3.10 Oil Pressure Sensor Sub Menu
MenuItems ONAN CIL
Table 3.11 Customer I/O Menu
SubMenu Description Cust I/P Flt Choose the
response to the input when active
Customer O/P1 Choose the function of this output
Customer O/P2 Choose the function of this output
Table 3.12 Cust I/P Flt Submenu
MenuItems ShutDown Warning
Table 3.13 Customer O/P1 menu
MenuItems Glow Plug Warning Shutdown
Table 3.14 Customer O/P2 menu
MenuItems ShutDown Warning Genset Running
Table 3.15 Flt History Menu
MenuItems Description Fault 1 Fault 5 View the last 5
faults stored in the control
Table 3.16 Load Default
MenuItems Description Confirmation Screen
To confirm the action press OK
Navigation
The manual (), Reset ( //), OK () and Auto () buttons are used
for navigation during the setup. As long as setup mode is not
exited these buttons will only act as arrow keys. The RED Stop lamp
flashes at twice the normal rate as long as the setup mode is not
exited and the control is not returned to STOP mode.
Navigation Example (Set the nominal LL voltage to 440)
The Fig above shows the basic elements of a Setup Menu.
Line 1 always bears the Menu Name and Line 2 shows items in the
Menu.
The symbols , / /, indicate that the buttons bearing those
symbols are active and can be used as follows
Main Menu / / /
Alt Setup
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Back Button / / () Scroll Down to the next item Select the item
shown on line 2
When a menu or submenu containing more choices is selected, the
Name of the Menu or Submenu moves to line 1 and the choices in the
menu are displayed on line 2. / / () button can then be used to
scroll through the choices available in the Menu, and (OK) button
can be used to choose the item shown on line 2. The button can be
used to go back one level up in the menu.
Here in the current example, pressing will take you to the Alt
Setup menu. The Name of the chosen Menu (Alt Setup) will move into
the line 1 and the first choice within that menu (phase type) will
be shown on line 2.
You can now press / / () button to scroll through the choices
available in the Alt Setup Menu one by one. When the choice that
you want appears on line 2, pressing will take you into that
submenu.
Here in our example, let us say, you pressed / / () until Nom LL
Voltage submenu was displayed in line 2.
Pressing will take you into the choices available for nominal
line to line voltages. Pressing will take you to the main menu and
pressing / / () will take you to the next item within Alt Setup
Menu.
Let us say you pressed . The display will now look like
this.
Pressing / / () will show all the choices available for nominal
LL voltage one by one. Let us say you pressed / / () until 440 was
displayed.
Pressing will select that as the Nominal LL Voltage. An asterisk
(*) will appear in line 2 indicating that to be the current
selection. The at the end of line 2 will change to indicating that
the only active buttons now are / / () and .
Pressing button will take you to one level up in the menu tree
at a time. You have to press several times to reach the main menu.
Pressing button while at the main menu shall exit the setup mode.
Following message shall be displayed before leaving the setup
mode.
Press to leave setup mode and resume normal operation. The red
Stop LED will resume flashing with normal rate (1 Hz).
Nom LL Voltage / / * 440
Current Config Saved
Nom LL Voltage / / 440
Nom LL Voltage / / 190
Alt Setup / / Nom LL Voltage
Alt Setup / / Phase Type
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4. Parameters
CAUTION: Parameters (nominal voltage, frequency, CT Ratio etc.)
are set to appropriate values at the Genset manufacturing time
based on the application requirements. In case of a replacement
control, however, the control would have the default values as
indicated in the table 4.1 and these would need to be adjusted as
required. Use caution while replacing the control the field.
Only
qualified technicians should adjust the parameters described in
this section. Failure to follow this may affect genset operation
and may cause damage to the genset or to equipment connected to the
genset
It is intended that there will be only one calibration
(0326-7727) for the PS0500 series control.
Table 4.1 Adjustable Parameters
Group Parameter
Name InPower
PS0500 Control Panel
Possible Values
Default value
Units Lo High
Genset
Nominal Voltage (L-
L) Yes Yes 190 600 416 V AC
Nominal Frequency
Yes Yes
50 or 60
50 Hz
Connection type
Yes Yes
Delta or WYE
WYE -
Phase type
Yes
Yes
Single or Three
Three
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CT ratio Yes
Yes 10/15/20/30/
40/50/60 20
Engine Oil Pressure
Input Type
Yes
Yes
Sensor or switch
Sensor
N/A
Cycle Crank
Attempts
Yes
1 7
3 Attempt
s
Cycle Crank time
Yes 3 30
5 Sec
Cycle Crank
Rest time
Yes
0 60
5
Sec
Battle Short
Enable
Yes
Enable or Disable
Disable
NA
Start Time Delay
Yes 0 300
0 Sec
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Group Parameter
Name InPower
PS0500 Control Panel
Possible Values
Default value
Units
Stop Time Delay
Yes
0 600
120
Sec
Configurable I/O
Customer Input
Function
Yes
Yes Warning,
Shutdown,
Shutdown
Customer output
Function
Yes
Yes
Turn on if any shutdown fault is active/ Turn
On if any warning fault
is active/ /Turn on when
genset running
Turn on if any
shutdown fault is active,
Alternator Protection
High AC Voltage
Threshold
Yes
105 125
110 %
%
High AC Voltage Delay
Yes
1 10
5
Sec
Low AC Voltage
Threshold
Yes
50 95
85%
%
Low AC Voltage Delay
Yes
2 20
5
Sec
Under Frequency Threshold
Yes
2 10
5
Hz
Under Frequency
Delay
Yes
500 2000
1000
cycles
Over Frequency Threshold
Yes
2 10
5
Hz
Over Frequency
Delay
Yes
100 2000
1000 1/2
cycles
Protection Engine
Low Oil Pressure Shutdown Threshold
Yes
10 100
25
Psig
Low Oil Pressure Shutdown
Delay
Yes
2 15
5
Sec
Low Oil Pressure Warning
Threshold
Yes
10 100
30
Psig
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Group Parameter
Name InPower
PS0500 Control Panel
Possible Values
Default value
Units
Low Oil Pressure Warning
Delay
Yes
2 15
5
Sec
High Coolant
Temperature
Shutdown Threshold
Yes
180 300
212
deg f
High Coolant
Temperature
Shutdown Delay
Yes
2 10
5
Sec
High Coolant
Temperature Warning Threshold
Yes
150 290
200
deg f
High Coolant
Temperature Warning
Delay
Yes
2 10
5
Sec
Low Battery Voltage
Threshold Yes 11 13
11
VDC
Low Battery Delay
Yes
2 60
30
Sec
High Battery Voltage
Threshold
Yes
14 17
16
VDC
High Battery Delay
Yes
2 60
30
Sec
Weak Battery Voltage
Threshold
Yes
6 10
8
VDC
Weak Battery Delay
Yes
1 5
3
sec
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5. Hardware
J22 Voltage connector Arrow at Pin 1
TB2 Customer TB Arrow at Pin 1
TB15 Tool Connector Arrow at Pin 1
J16 Engine connector Arrow at Pin 1
J12 CT connector Arrow at Pin 1
J12 Pin 4
J16 Pin 7
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The dot designates pin 1 on the connectors,
TB15 Tools Interface Connector
J22 Alternator Voltage Sense inputs and Field Output
J12 CT Connections
PS0500 CONTROL BOARD
J16 Engine Connections Coolant Sensor, Lube Oil Pressure sensor,
Run / OFF / Auto Switch, FSO, Starter, Battery, Mag Pick Up,
Starter Disconnect Feed Back, Battery Charger D+, Chassis GND.
Governor PWM
TB2 Customer Terminal Block Customer fault input, Customer
output, Glow Plug, Remote Start, Remote E-stop.
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Control Inputs and Outputs
Engine Connector The engine connector (J16) is a 12 pin
connector-plug (12 MINI M-N-L). A possible supplier is Molex; their
part number is 39299123. The Cummins part number for this connector
is 0323-2589. The PCB outline drawing shows where the connector is
located as above .Each signal is described as below
Connector Pin Signal Name J16-1 Coolant temperature sensor J16-2
Battery charging alternator
(WL) J16-3 Starter Relay Driver (Low
Side) J16-4 Fuel shutoff relay Driver (Low
Side) J16-5 BAT- J16-6 Chassis GND J16-7 NC J16-8 NC J16-9 Oil
Pressure Sensor
J16-10 Starter Disconnect Input J16-11 Sensor Common J16-12 BAT
+
CT Connector The CT connector is a 6- pin MATE-N-LOCK connector.
The possible manufacturer is Tyco, and the supplier part number for
the part is 643749-1. The Cummins part number for this connector is
0323-2154. Connector details are as follows
Connector pin Signal J12-1 CT1_input J12-2 CT2_input J12-3
CT3_input J12-4 CT1_COM J12-5 CT2_COM J12-6 CT3_COM
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Voltage Connector The voltage connection is via a 4 pin header
with alternate spaces between the pins. The possible supplier is
Tyco with the supplier part number as 282828-4. The Cummins part
number for the same is 0323-2225-03.
Connector pin Signal J22-1 Gen_V1 J22-2 Gen_V2 J22-3 Gen_V3
J22-4 Gen_N
Customer Connection TB The customer connection TB2 is a 6 pin
terminal block. The possible supplier is Magnum: The terminal pins
details are as shown below-
Terminal pins
Signal
TB2-1 Remote start Switch Input TB2-2 Glow Plug Output Relay
Driver (Low Side) TB2-3 Customer Output Relay
Driver (Low Side) TB2-4 Customer Input TB2-5 E-Stop TB2-6 NC
All the inputs are active GND. And outputs are low side drivers.
Remote E-Stop switch should have two independent potential free
contacts. One NC contact for cutting out the Battery supply to the
Fuel Solenoid and another NC contact to disconnect controllers
E-Stop input from GND to indicate to the control when the E-Stop is
pushed in active state.
Battery Positive is not provided on the Customer terminal block
(TB2). External provision needs to be made in the harness to
provide fused B+ via a 1 amp fuse for wiring up external relays.
External Relays of suitable contact ratings must be used for
controlling FSO, Starter, Customer Output and Glow plug.
PC Tool Connector The PC tool connector is a dedicated 5 pin
connector header block. The possible supplier is Tyco, with the
supplier part numbers are 796643-5. The Cummins part number for the
same is 0323-2191-04.
Terminal pins
Signal
TB15-1 GND
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TB15-2 NC TB15-3 RS485_DATA_A TB15-4 RS485_DATA_B TB15-5
TOOL_WAKEUP
Connector Part Numbers
Quantity Name Description Manufacturer Manufacturers part number
Cummins
part no
Remarks
1 J22 Alt Voltage Connector TYCO 282828-4 0323-2225-03
1 J12 CT Connector TYCO 643749-1 0323-2154
1 J16 Engine Connector MOLEX 39299123 0323-2589
1 TB2 Customer TB MAGNUM EM257506VC 0323-1677-05
1 TB15 Tool Connector TYCO 796643-5
0323-2191-04
All these connectors
are PCB mounted
connectors
Quantity Name Description Manufacturer Manufacturers part number
Cummins
part no
Remarks
1 J22 Alt Voltage Connector TYCO 282809-4 0323-2226-03
CT Connector 1-480704-0 0323-1932 1 J12 Crimp
Terminals TYCO
350551-1 0323-1200
Engine Connector 39012120 0323-2602
1 J16 Crimp
terminals
MOLEX 39000038 0323-2603
1 TB2 Customer TB MAGNUM EM256506H
0323-1678-05
All these connectors are used in the harness
1 TB15 Tool Connector TYCO Communication cable Kit 0541-1199 is
used for
the tool interface
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6. Troubleshooting
GENERAL The PS0500 control continuously monitors engine sensors
for abnormal conditions, such as low oil pressure and high coolant
temperature. If any of these conditions occur, the control will
light a yellow warning lamp or a red shutdown lamp and display a
message on the LCD display.
PC BASED SERVICE TOOL The PC based service tool can be used in
troubleshooting to perform tests, verify control inputs and
outputs, and test protective functions.
When used improperly, a PC based service tool can cause symptoms
like warnings and shutdowns that appear to be a defective control.
When these problems occur, always verify that a self-test or fault
simulation (override) have not been left enabled with the tool. If
you do not have a PC based service tool, or the enabled fault
simulation(s) can not be found using the tool, disconnect battery
power to disable the test or override condition.
Make sure that parameter adjustments and time delays, related to
the fault condition, have been appropriately set for the
application. It may be necessary to write the initial capture file
to the device or update the calibration file. Updating a
calibration file requires a Pro version of many of PC based service
tools. Confirm that the installed calibration part number matches
the serial plate information.
CAUTION Using the wrong capture file can result in equipment
damage. Do not swap Controls from another genset model and only use
the calibration file shown on the nameplate.
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS WARNING Contacting high voltage components
can cause electrocution,
resulting in severe personal injury or death.
Keep the output box covers in place during Trouble shooting.
WARNING Ignition of explosive battery gases can cause severe
personal injury or death. Arcing at battery terminals, light switch
or other equipment, flame, pilot lights and sparks can ignite
battery gas. Do not smoke, or switch trouble light ON or OFF near
battery. Discharge static electricity from body before touching
batteries by first touching a grounded metal surface.
Ventilate battery area before working on or near batteryWear
gogglesStop genset and disconnect charger before disconnecting
battery cablesDisconnect negative (-) cable first and reconnect
last.
CAUTION Disconnect battery charger from AC source before
disconnecting battery cables.
READING FAULT CODES The fault code and message can be viewed on
the display. After the fault is acknowledged and corrected, the
recorded fault will be deleted from the control panel memory, but
will remain in a data log to maintain a fault code history. A PC
based service tool is required to view this data log.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE
The following tables are a guide to help you evaluate problems
with the generator set. You can save time if you read through the
manual ahead of time and understand the system.
Voltage/Continuity Testing Voltage and continuity tests are
required in the following tables. In some cases, it is necessary to
remove a plug to complete the test. Where required, the corrective
action
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will mention when it is necessary to remove a plug for testing.
In other cases, the plug cannot be removed for testing. When plug
removal is not mentioned, testing must be performed by inserting a
narrow meter probe into the back of the plug.
TABLE 20-1. ENGINE DOES NOT CRANK IN MANUAL MODE
Reason: This indicates that the control has not received or
recognized a manual start signal. Effect: Engine will not start.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. No power supplied to control
Check if the control is in Manual mode and when the Start button
is pressed, and that there are no shutdown faults present.
Poor battery cable connections. Clean the battery cable
terminals and tighten all connections.
Check for blown fuses.
Remove connector P16 and check for B+ at P16-12 and GND at
P16-5. If B+ or ground missing, check the harness. If B+ and ground
check OK, cycle power to control by reconnecting P16. Press Reset
Button to wake the control up. And retry operation.
2. Control not properly calibrated or corrupt calibration.
Confirm that the installed calibration part number matches the
serial plate information. Re-enter calibration file if
necessary.
3. The Emergency Stop switch or wiring is defective.
With Emergency Stop push button not activated (switch closed),
remove leads from TB2-5 and B- and check for continuity between
these two leads. If circuit is open, isolate to Emergency Stop
switch and wiring. If there is continuity, go to next step.
5. Oil Pressure switch or wiring is defective
Remove P16 connection and check wiring between P16-9 and P16-11
to the switch. Verify control is configured for the type of sensor
installed. Verify proper operation of the switch
6. Oil Pressure sender, setup on wiring is defective.
Remove P16 connection and check wiring between P16-9, P16-11 to
the sender. Verify control is configured for the type of sender.
Verify operation of the sender
TABLE 20-2. ENGINE DOES NOT CRANK IN REMOTE MODE Reason: This
indicates that the PS0500 control has not received or recognized a
remote start signal. Effect: Engine will not start in remote mode,
but starts in manual mode. POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. The remote start switch or wiring is faulty.
Check if the control is in Auto mode and there are no shutdown
faults present. Attempt to start, and check for ground at TB2-1. If
ground level is not present, isolate to the remote switch or
wiring. Repair as necessary.
If ground level is present then the control is bad. Replace the
control
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TABLE 20-3. WARNING AND SHUTDOWN CODES FAULT CODE CORRECTIVE
ACTION 151 HIGH COOLANT TEMP Lamp: Shutdown
Indicates engine has overheated (coolant temperature has risen
above the shutdown trip point). Allow engine to cool down
completely before proceeding with the following checks:
a. Check coolant level and replenish if low. Look for possible
coolant leakage points and repair if necessary.
b. Check for obstructions to cooling airflow and correct as
necessary.
c. Check fan belt and repair or tighten if necessary.
d. Check blower fan and circulation pumps on remote radiator
installations.
e. Reset control and restart after locating and correcting
problem.
415 LOW OIL PRESSURE Lamp: Shutdown
Indicates engine oil pressure has dropped below the shutdown
trip point. Check oil level, lines and filters. If oil system is OK
but oil level is low, replenish. Reset control and restart. If oil
switch is used, check switch performance.
1446 HIGH AC
Indicates that one or more of the phase
VOLTAGE Lamp: Shutdown
voltages has exceeded 130% of nominal for 0 second, or has
exceeded high ac voltage threshold for High AC Voltage time delay
seconds.
1447 LOW AC VOLTAGE Lamp: Shutdown
Indicates that one or more of the phase voltages has dropped
below low ac voltage threshold for low ac voltage time delay
seconds.
1449 OVER FREQUENCY Lamp: Shutdown
Indicates frequency is 10% above base frequency for
approximately 10 seconds.
1448 UNDER FREQUENCY Lamp: Shutdown
Indicates that Frequency had dropped below 90% of nominal for
approximately 10 seconds. Check fuel supply, intake air supply and
load.
1434 EMERGENCY STOP Lamp: Shutdown
Indicates remote Emergency Stop. To reset the remote Emergency
Stop button:
1. Open (disable) remote emergency stop button.
2. Press the OFF button.
3. Select the desired operating mode (manual or auto).
359 FAIL TO START Lamp: Shutdown
Indicates possible fuel system or air induction problem. (Engine
cranks but fails to start)
a. Check for empty fuel tank, fuel leaks, or plugged fuel lines
and correct as required.
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b. Check for dirty fuel filter and replace if necessary.
c. Check for dirty or plugged air filter and replace if
necessary.
d. Reset the control and restart after correcting the
problem.
2677 FAIL TO STOP Lamp: Shutdown
Genset continues to run after receiving shutdown command from
the controller. Check the FSO Relay and related wiring. Check that
the FSO is not mechanically stuck
1123 SHUTDOWN AFTER BS Lamp: Shutdown
A shutdown fault occurred while the Battle Short mode was
enabled. Check fault history for faults that may have been
bypassed.
146 HIGH COOL TEMP. Lamp: Warning
Indicates engine is operating near cooling system capacity.
Increase in load or higher ambient temperature may cause High
Coolant Temp (151) shutdown. Review code 151 correction list for
other possible causes.
1435 LOW COOLANT TEMP Lamp: Warning Set is not operating.
Warning occurs when engine coolant temperature is 70F (21C)
Indicates engine coolant heater is not operating or is not
circulating coolant. Check for the following conditions:
a. Coolant heater not connected to power supply. Check for blown
fuse or disconnected heater cord and correct as required.
b. Check for low coolant level and
or lower. NOTE: In applications where the ambient temperature
falls below 40F (4C), Low Coolant Temp may be indicated even though
the coolant heaters are operating.
replenish if required. Look for possible coolant leakage points
and repair as required.
c. Open heater element. Check current draw of heater.
Coolant temperature must be below 70F (default setting) for one
minute to activate warning and be above 70F for five minutes before
the warning can be cleared.
1312 CUSOMER INPUT FAULT Lamp: Warning Or Shutdown Depending on
the setup
Indicates the Customer Input is active.
Example inputs: Low Fuel Day Tank, Water In Fuel, Ground Fault,
etc.
If multiple of these are connected in parallel, check if any one
of them is active.
144 COOL SENSOR OOR Lamp: Warning
Indicates that the control has sensed that the engine coolant
temperature sensor output is out of range (high or low). Check
sender/connectors/wires. This fault will only occur if water
temperature sensor is equipped on the genset.
441 LOW BATTERY Lamp: Warning
Indicates battery voltage supply to the control is approaching a
low level at which unpredictable operation will occur.
a. Discharged or defective battery.
Check the battery charger fuse. Recharge or replace the battery.
b. Poor battery cable
connections. Clean the battery cable terminals and tighten all
connections.
c. Check battery wiring/calibration.
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d. Check engine DC alternator. Replace engine DC alternator if
normal battery charging voltage is not obtained.
e. Check battery charge voltage float level if applicable (raise
float level).
442 HIGH BATTERY Lamp: Warning
Indicates battery voltage supply to the control is approaching a
high level at which damage to the control can occur. Check float
level on battery charger if applicable (lower float level). Check
battery wiring/calibration.
141 OIL PRESS SENSOR OOR Lamp: Warning
Indicates that the control has sensed that the engine oil
pressure sensor output is out of range (high or low). Check
sender/connectors/wires. This warning will only occur if genset is
equipped with an oil pressure sender.
1131 BATTLE SHORT ACTIVE Lamp: Warning
Indicates that the control is in Battle Short mode - used to
bypass several fault shutdowns for genset operation during
emergencies.
2678 CHARGER FAILURE Lamp: Warning
Indicates the battery charging alternator has not reached an
acceptable voltage range within the selected period (default = 120
seconds). Refer to engine service manual if this fault occurs. If
not failed, check wiring.
1416 FAIL TO SHUTDOWN Lamp: Warning
Genset continues to run after receiving shutdown command from
the controller. Battle Short feature enabled - used to bypass
several critical fault shutdowns for genset operation during
emergencies. 1442 WEAK BATTERY Lamp: Warning
Indicates that during cranking, the battery voltage is at or
below the weak battery warning trip point for a time greater than
or equal to the weak battery set time. See code 441 for corrective
action.
CODE 151/146 - HIGH OR PRE-HIGH COOLANT TEMPERATURE
(SHUTDOWN/SHUTDOWN) Reason: Engine coolant temperature has exceeded
the warning threshold for pre-high/high coolant temperature.
Effect: 146 . Warning Lamp lights , Faul code pops up. 151.- Engine
will shut down 1. Fault simulation was enabled with a PC based
service tool.
1. With a PC based service tool, verify that the fault
simulation is not enabled for the coolant sensor. If you do not
have a PC based service tool, remove battery power from the control
to disable fault simulation overrides.
2. Engine or sensor circuitry problem.
Check the sensor accuracy with a thermocouple or similar
temperature probe.
If the coolant temperature reading is accurate, the engine may
be overheating. Refer to the engine service manual.
If the coolant temperature reading is not accurate, go to next
step.
3. The sensor could be bad.
Disconnect the sensor and connect a coolant temperature sensor
simulator to the harness.
If the control responds to the simulator, replace the sensor. If
control does not respond, go to next step.
4. The harness or Control
4. Measure the resistance of the coolant sensor and
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could be bad. reconnect harness to sensor. Remove connector P16
from Control and check resistance between pins P16-1 and
P16-11.
If resistance is not the same, harness is bad.
If resistance is the same, Control is bad.
CODE 143/ 415 - LOW OIL OR PRE-LOW PRESSURE (WARNING/SHUTDOWN)
Reason: Engine oil pressure has dropped below the warning/shutdown
threshold for low/high oil pressure. Effect: 143. Warning Lamp
lights, Engine will shut down for code 415. Engine shuts down
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. Fault simulation was enabled with a PC based service
tool.
With a PC based service tool, verify that the fault simulation
is not enabled for the oil pressure sensor. If you do not have a PC
based service tool, remove battery power from the control to
disable fault simulation overrides.
2. Low oil level. Clogged lines or filters.
Check oil level, lines and filters. If oil system is OK but oil
level is low, replenish.
3. Sensor or oil pump could be bad. Or the generator set may be
shutting down on another fault.
Disconnect the oil pressure sensor leads, and connect an oil
pressure sensor simulator to the harness.
a. If the control responds to the simulator, reconnect the
sensor, disconnect the + signal wire at the fuel solenoid, and
crank the engine. Check the oil pressure reading on the digital
display.
If the display shows an acceptable oil pressure, the
problem may not be in the oil or oil sensing system. The genset
may be shutting down on another fault (out of fuel, intermittent
connector). Restart the genset and monitor the display panel for
other faults.
If the display does not show an acceptable oil pressure, replace
the sensor. If the Control still doesnt display an oil pressure
while cranking, the oil pump may be bad. Refer to the engine
service manual.
b. If the control does not respond to the simulator, go to next
step.
4. Harness or Control could be bad.
If the control does not respond to the simulator, the Control or
the harness is bad. Check the resistance in P16-9 and P16-11
(Sensor COMM). If the resistance signal (100 to 33 Ohm) does not
get to P16, isolate to the harness. If the resistance does go to
P16, the Control is bad.
5. Low Oil Pressure fault set points could be incorrect.
Verify set points against the normal operating pressures of the
engine. Refer to engine manual.
CODE 1446 - HIGH AC VOLTAGE (SHUTDOWN) Reason: One or more of
the phase voltages has exceeded 130% of nominal for 1 seconds, or
has exceeded the High AC Voltage Threshold for the High AC Voltage
Delay seconds. Effect: Engine will shut down. POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
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1. Fault simulation was enabled with a PC based service
tool.
1. With a PC based service tool, verify that the related fault
simulation is not enabled. If you do not have a PC based service
tool, remove battery power from the control to disable fault
simulation overrides.
2. Single step large block load removal.
2. Clear fault and restart genset.
3. Fault threshold is not set correctly with InPower.
3. Reset the threshold to the highest allowable setting.
Determine the required operating range before adjusting the
threshold.
4. AVR or generator is bad.
4. Refer to Generator AVR Board Isolation Procedure in
Alternator manual to determine if the AVR board is causing the high
AC voltage shutdown fault.
5. Voltage sense connections/set up could be incorrect.
See Section 17 for proper corrective actions.
CODE 1447 - LOW AC VOLTAGE (SHUTDOWN) Reason: One or more of the
phase voltages has dropped below the Low AC Voltage Threshold for
Low AC Voltage Delay seconds. Effect: Engine will shut down.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. Fault simulation was enabled with a PC based service
tool.
1. With a PC based service tool, verify that the related fault
simulation is not enabled. If you do not have a PC based service
tool, remove battery power from the control to disable fault
simulation overrides.
2. Fault threshold is not set correctly with
2. Reset the threshold to the lowest allowable setting.
Determine the
a PC based service tool.
required operating range before adjusting the threshold.
3. Overload. 3. Check the load and correct any overload. Check
operation by disconnecting load and restarting generator set.
4. Improper connections have been made at the generator output
terminals.
4. Reconnect according to the appropriate reconnection diagram.
See Section 17.
5. Voltage sense or setup wiring connection could be
incorrect.
5. Check that Voltage senses inputs P22-1 to 4 are connected to
the correct voltage sensing point at alternator.
6. The rotating rectifier assembly (diodes CR1 through CR6) is
faulty.
6. Check each diode. See genset service manual
7. Loose connector or Control is bad.
8. Repair connections (P22) or replace the Control if
necessary.
8. AVR or Alternator is bad.
4. Refer to Alternator / AVR Board Isolation Procedure in
Alternator manual to determine if the AVR board is causing the Low
AC voltage shutdown fault.
9. Voltage sense connections/setup could be incorrect
See section 17 for proper connections
CODE 1449 - OVER FREQUENCY (SHUTDOWN) Reason: Generator AC
output frequency is high. Effect: Generator set will shut down.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. Fault threshold is not set correctly with PC based service
tool.
2. Reset the threshold to the highest allowable setting.
Determine the required operating range before adjusting the
threshold.
2. Fuel or air delivery
3. Refer to the engine service manual.
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problem. 3. Loose connector or Control is bad.
4. Repair connections (P22 1 to 4) or replace the Control if
necessary.
CODE 1448 - UNDER FREQUENCY (SHUTDOWN) Reason: Generator AC
output frequency is low. Effect: Generator set will shut down.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. Fault threshold is not set correctly with PC based service
tool.
2. Reset the threshold to the lowest allowable setting.
Determine the required operating range before adjusting the
threshold.
2. Overload. 3. Check the load and correct any overload. Check
operation by disconnecting load and restarting generator set.
3. Fuel or air delivery problem.
4. Refer to the engine service manual.
4. Governor fault.
5. Check fuel shutoff solenoid adjustment (refer to Section
8).
5. Loose connector or Control is bad.
6. Repair connections (P22 1 to 4) or replace the Control if
necessary.
CODE 234 - OVERSPEED (SHUTDOWN) Reason: Engine speed signal
indicates an engine speed greater than shutdown threshold. Effect:
Engine will shut down. POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. Cold engine (no coolant heaters)
1. Overspeed can occur when starting a very cold engine. Clear
fault and restart genset.
2. Single step large block load removal.
2. Clear fault and restart genset.
3. Fault simulation was enabled with a PC
3. With PC based service tool, verify that the fault simulation
is not enabled for the coolant sensor.
based service tool.
If you do not have PC based service tool, remove battery power
from the control to disable fault simulation overrides.
4. Fault threshold is not set correctly with PC based service
tool.
4. Reset the threshold to the highest allowable setting.
Determine the required operating range before adjusting the
threshold.
5. Monitor the engine rpm using InPower.
5. If the RPM is not correct, refer to fault code 1449 for
corrective action.
6. Governor fault.
6a. Check fuel shutoff solenoid adjustment (refer to Section 8).
6b. Replace defective injection pump unit.
7. Mechanical Fuel system setup could be incorrect.
Verify fuel stop settings for the application.
CODE 359 - FAIL TO START (SHUTDOWN) MECHANICAL GOVERNED ENGINE
Reason: This indicates that the engine failed to start after
expiration of last crank time. Effect: Engine will not start.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. Restricted fuel supply due to:
a. Fuel level below pickup tube in tank.
b. Closed shutoff valve in supply line.
c. Fuel injectors clogged.
d. Air in fuel system.
1a. Add fuel if low. Prime the fuel system. 1b. Open any closed
shutoff valve in the fuel line supplying the engine. 1c. Refer to
engine service manual. 1d. Bleed air from fuel system. Refer to
engine service manual.
2. Glow plugs are The Control
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not heating due to: a. Glow
plug(s) is bad.
b. Control is bad.
c. Glow Plug Relay is bad.
determines at what temperature and duration of time that the
glow plugs will be energized. Using sensed coolant temperature, the
glow plugs are energized at 77F (25C) and colder. The glow plugs
are energized for up to 15 seconds when the coolant temperature is
-5F (-20.5C) or colder. Time duration (15-0 seconds) is linear
between -5F and 77F.
With coolant temperature colder than 77F (25C):
2a. Each glow plug should be warm to the touch if the engine has
just been cranking. First clean and tighten the terminal of any
cold glow plug and then replace it if necessary. 2b. Attempt to
start and check for if Glow plug relay energizes. TB2-2 should be
at GND potential. If the TB2-2 is at GND and K2 relay is not
working check relay coil.
If TB2-2 is not at GND potential replace the Control.
If B+ is present, check for open circuit between glow plug relay
contact and glow plugs.
3. Fuel solenoid on the injection pump not energized due to:
Isolate to fuse, K7 relay, fuel solenoid or Control.
3a. Remove fuse (if
a. Fuse may be open.
b. Fuel solenoid is bad.
c. Control/K7 Fuel Relay is bad.
installed) and check continuity. If open, replace the fuse with
one of the same type and amp rating. If fuse reopens, check wiring
continuity of fuel solenoid circuit/test fuel solenoid.
Binding in the solenoid linkage can prevent activation of the
hold coil circuitry in the solenoid. Make sure solenoid shaft moves
completely in and out freely. (Applies to solenoids with both Pull
and Hold coils.)
3b. Attempt to start and check for B+ at the fuel solenoid
coil.
If B+ is present, fuel solenoid is bad.
If B+ is not present, go to step c.
3c. Check wiring continuity/test K7 relay or fuel pilot: Remove
lead from K7-COM (fuel pilot). Attempt to start and check for GND
at lead COM.
If there is no GND, check for open circuit between K7-COM and
Base card.
If GND is present, reconnect lead COM to relay. Remove lead from
N/O connection. Attempt to start and check for B+
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at terminal N/O connection.
If B+ is present, check for open circuit between N/O connection
and fuel solenoid(+).
If B+ is not present, check for relay contacts.
5. The engine fuel system is worn or malfunctioning or has lost
prime (fuel lift pump, injection pump, injectors, timing).
4. Service according to the engine service manual.
6. The engine is worn or malfunctioning mechanically.
5. Service according to the engine service manual.
CODE 1312 - CONFIGURABLE INPUT (SHUTDOWN) Reason: The nature of
the fault is an optional configurable selection. Effect: Shutdown.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
If there is no actual fault, the problem may be an external
wiring problem.
Disconnect the signal lead from TB2 and reset the control. Check
the following two points.
Customer Input TB2-4
If the message drops out, the external wiring has a short
circuit. Grounding of the input activates fault.
CODE 146 - HIGH COOLANT TEMP (WARNING) Reason: Effect: POSSIBLE
CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. Refer to 1. Refer to code 151.
code 151. CODE 1435 - LOW COOLANT TEMPERATURE (WARNING) Reason:
Engine coolant temperature has dropped below the warning threshold
for low coolant temperature. Effect: No action is taken by the
control. Engine may not start due to slow cranking speed. POSSIBLE
CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. Fault simulation was enabled with PC based service.
1. With PC based service tool, verify that the fault simulation
is not enabled for the coolant sensor. If you do not have a based
service tool, remove battery power from the control to disable
fault simulation overrides.
2. Fault threshold is not set correctly with a PC based service
tool.
2. Reset the threshold to the lowest allowable setting.
Determine the required operating range before adjusting the
threshold.
3. The engine coolant heater could be bad. (Radiant heat should
be felt with hand held close to outlet hose.)
3. Coolant heater not operating due to:
Coolant heater not connected to power. Check for blown fuse, or
disconnected heater cord and correct as required.
Low coolant level. Look for possible coolant leakage points and
repair as required.
Defective heater element/thermostat. With coolant heater removed
from engine and power disconnected, flush with cold tap water for
two minutes to close internal heater thermostat (opens at 100F and
closes at 80F). Check resistance across input power leads:
a. Open -
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replace coolant heater.
b. Closed - coolant heater OK (coil resistance of 10 to 60
ohms)
4. The sensor connections could be bad.
4. Inspect the sensor and engine harness connector pins. Repair
or replace as necessary.
5. The sensor could be bad.
5. Disconnect the sensor, and plug in a resistive sensor
simulator to isolate the fault. If the control responds to the
simulator, replace the sensor. If control does not respond, harness
or Control are bad.
6. The harness or Control could be bad.
6. Measure the resistance of the coolant temperature sensor and
reconnect harness to sensor. Remove connector P16 from Control and
check resistance between pins P16-1 and P16-11 (Sensor Common).
If resistance is not the same, harness is bad.
If resistance is the same, Control is bad.
CODE 1312 - CONFIGURABLE INPUT (WARNING) Reason: The nature of
the fault is an optional configurable selection. Effect: Warning.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
If there is no actual fault, the problem may be an external
wiring problem.
Disconnect the signal lead from TB2 and reset the control. Check
the following pins.
Customer Input TB2-4
If the message drops out, the external wiring has a short
circuit. Grounding of
the nput activates fault.
CODE 144 - COOLANT SENSOR OOR (HIGH/LOW) (WARNING) Reason: This
indicates that the coolant temperature sensor signal is out of
range - shorted high or low. Effect: No engine protection for
coolant temperature during genset operation. Possible white smoke.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. The sensor connections could be bad.
2. Inspect the sensor and engine harness connector pins. Repair
or replace as necessary.
2. The sensor could be bad.
3. Disconnect the sensor, and plug in a resistive sensor
simulator to isolate the fault. If the control responds to the
simulator, replace the sensor. If control does not respond, go to
next step.
3. The harness or Control could be bad.
4a. Remove connector P16 from Control and disconnect sensor.
Check pins P16-1 and P16-11 (Sensor common) for short circuit as
follows:
Check for a short circuit to the engine block ground (more than
200k ohms OK).
Check for a short circuit from pin to pin (more than 200k ohms
OK).
Repair or replace as necessary.
4b. Measure the resistance of the coolant sensor and reconnect
harness to sensor. Remove connector P16 from Control and check
resistance between pins P16-1 and P16-11 (Sensor Common).
If resistance is not the same, harness is bad.
If resistance is the
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same, Control is bad.
CODE 441 - LOW BATTERY (WARNING) Reason: Low voltage has been
detected for battery. Effect: The controls voltage supply
approaching level at which unpredictable operation may occur.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. Weak or discharged battery.
1. Recharge or replace the battery. Specific gravity for a fully
charged battery is approximately 1.260 at 80F (27C).
2. Low electrolyte level in battery.
2. Replenish electrolyte and recharge battery.
3. Battery connections loose or dirty.
3. Clean and tighten or replace the battery cable connectors and
cables at the battery and the set.
4. Insufficient battery charging voltage.
4. Adjust charge rate of AC powered battery charging circuit,
according to manufactures instructions.
5. Engine DC alternator could be bad.
5. Replace engine DC alternator if normal battery charging
voltage (12 to 14 VDC) is not obtained.
6. If the batteries are OK, the problem may be the harness or
the Control.
6. Remove connector P16 from Control and check battery voltage
at P16-12 (B+) to P16-5 (GND).
If the voltage at P16 is not the same as the battery voltage,
the harness is bad.
If the voltage at P16 is OK, the Control is bad.
7. Fault threshold could be bad.
7. Check fault threshold against requirement of the
application.
CODE 442 - HIGH BATTERY VOLTAGE (WARNING) Reason: High voltage
has been detected for battery. Effect: Control damage will occur.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. Excessive battery charging voltage.
1. Adjust charge rate of AC powered battery charging circuit
according to manufacturers instructions.
2. Engine DC alternator could be bad.
2. Replace engine DC alternator if normal battery charging
voltage (12 to 14 VDC) is not obtained.
3. Fault threshold could be bad.
3. Check fault threshold against requirement of the
application.
CODE 143 - LOW OIL PRESSURE (WARNING) Reason: Effect: POSSIBLE
CAUSE CORRECTIVE
ACTION 1. Refer to code 415.
1. Refer to code 415.
CODE 141 - OIL PRESSURE SENSOR OOR (HIGH/LOW) (WARNING) Reason:
This indicates that the engine oil pressure sensor signal is out of
range - shorted high or low. Effect: No engine protection for oil
pressure during genset operation. POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. The sensor connections could be bad.
2. Inspect the sensor and engine harness connector pins. Repair
or replace as necessary.
2. The sensor could be bad.
3. Disconnect the oil pressure sensor leads, and connect an oil
pressure sensor simulator to the harness.
OIL PRESSURE SENSOR OOR warning is displayed after the fault
condition is sensed for 10 seconds.
If the control responds to the simulator, replace the
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sensor. If control does not respond, go to next step.
3. The harness could be bad.
4. Remove connector P7 from Control and connector from sensor.
Check P16-9 and P16-11 as follows:
Check for a short circuit from pin to pin (more than 200k ohms
OK).
Check for an open circuit (10 ohms or less OK).
Repair or replace as necessary.
4. The Control could be bad.
5. With all connectors attached, check pressure signal (.500 to
.033 VDC)
at P16-9 and P16-11 (Sensor Common). If in range, replace
Control.
CODE 1442 - WEAK BATTERY (WARNING) Reason: Effect: POSSIBLE
CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. Refer to code 441
1. Refer to code 441.