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DKG-309 User Manual

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DKG-309 AUTOMATIC MAINS FAILURE UNIT

FEATURES
Automatic mains failure
Engine control
Generator protection
Built in alarms and warning
Manual control enabled
J1939 engine monitoring and control port
J1939 ECU warnings displayed as text
Dual genset mutual standby operation
Load shedding, dummy load
Gas engine support
Engine idle speed control
3 phase mains voltage inputs
3 phase genset voltage inputs
3 phase genset CT inputs
Engine oil pressure measurement
Engine coolant temperature measurement
Fuel level measurement
Genset active power measurement
Genset power factor measurement
Engine rpm display
Periodic maintenance request indicator
Daily / weekly / monthly exerciser
Engine hours counter
Event logging with date-time stamp and complete
measurement values
Stores last 250 events
Statistical counters
Battery backed-up real time clock
Weekly operation schedule programs
Programmable parameters

All parameters field adjustable


Return to factory settings enabled
RS-232 serial port
Firmware downloadable from serial port
Free MS-Windows Remote monitoring SW:
-local and modem connection
-monitoring, download of parameters
-networking via modems
GSM and PSTN modem support
GSM-SMS sending in case of alarm
Modem call in case of alarm
MODBUS communication
128x64 blue graphic LCD display
Triple language support
Customer logo display capability
Configurable analogue inputs: 3
Configurable digital inputs: 8
Configurable relay outputs: 2
Total relay outputs: 6
Output expansion capability
Remote Start operation available
Mains simulation input
Engine Idle speed control
Internal buzzer for audible warning
Survives cranking dropouts
Sealed front panel
Plug-in connection system for easy replacement
Small dimensions (165x125x48mm)
Low cost

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section
1. INSTALLATION
1.1. Introduction to the Control Panel
1.2. Mounting the Unit
1.3. Wiring the Unit
2. INPUTS AND OUTPUTS
3. DISPLAYS
3.1. Led Displays
3.2. Language Selection
3.3. Digital Displays
4. ALARMS AND WARNINGS
5. MODES OF OPERATION
6. OTHER FEATURES
6.1. Remote start operation
6.2. Sender type selection
6.3. Engine heating operation
6.4. Engine Idle Speed Operation
6.5. Engine Block Heater
6.6. Fuel Pump Control
6.7. Mains Simulation
6.8. Delayed Mains Simulation, Battery Charging
6.9. Dual Genset Mutual Standby Operation
6.10. Service Request Display
6.11. Engine Hours Meter
6.12. Date-Time Display
6.13. Display of Software Version
6.14. Modem connection
6.15. SMS message sending
6.16. Remote Monitoring and Programming
6.17. Automatic Exerciser
6.18. Resuming to factory set parameters
6.19. Gas engine fuel solenoid control
6.20. Changing the Default Engine Speed in Volvo Engines
6.21. Load Shedding / Dummy Load
6.22. Firmware Update
7. 8. MODBUS COMMUNICATION
9. WEEKLY OPERATION SCHEDULE
10. EVENT LOGGING
11. STATISTICAL COUNTERS
12. MAINTENANCE
13. PROGRAMMING
14. TROUBLESHOOTING
15. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
16. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
17. CONNECTION DIAGRAM

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1. INSTALLATION
1.1 Introduction to the Control Panel
The unit is a control and protection panel used in gensets. It shows the measured values on its
displays. The unit is designed to provide user friendliness for both the installer and the user.
Programming is usually unnecessary, as the factory settings have been carefully selected to fit most
applications. However programmable parameters allow the complete control over the generating set.
Programmed parameters are stored in a Non Volatile Memory and thus all information is retained even
in the event of complete loss of power.
The measured parameters are:
Mains voltage phase L1 to neutral
Mains voltage phase L2 to neutral
Mains voltage phase L3 to neutral
Mains voltage phase L1-L2
Mains voltage phase L2-L3
Mains voltage phase L3-L1
Gen voltage phase L1 to neutral
Gen voltage phase L2 to neutral
Gen voltage phase L3 to neutral
Gen voltage phase L1-L2
Gen voltage phase L2-L3
Gen voltage phase L3-L1
Gen current phase L1
Gen current phase L2
Gen current phase L3
Gen frequency
Engine speed (rpm)
Gen total KW
Gen total cos
Battery voltage,
Coolant temperature
Oil pressure
Fuel level
Gen frequency
Mains frequency

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1.2 Mounting the Unit


The unit is designed for panel mounting. The user should not be able to access parts of the
unit other than the front panel.
Mount the unit on a flat, vertical surface. The unit fits into a standard panel meter opening of
151x111 millimeters. Before mounting, remove the mounting brackets and connectors from the unit, then
pass the unit through the mounting
unting opening. The unit will be maintained in its position by the mounting
brackets spring.

Engine body must be grounded for correct operation of


the unit, otherwise incorrect voltage and frequency
measurements may occur.
The output of the current transformers
transformers shall be 5 Amperes. The input current rating of the current
transformers may be selected as needed (between 10/5 and 9000/5
0/5 amps). Current transformer outputs
shall be connected by separate cable pairs from each transformer, to related inputs. Never use common
terminals or grounding. The power rating of the transformer should be at least 5 VA.. It is recommended to
use 1% precision transformers.
If analogue senderss (e.g. temperature,
temperature oil pressure or fuel level)) are connected to the unit, it is not
possible to use auxiliary displays,, otherwise the unit may be damaged.
d
If temperature or oil pressure or
fuel level displays are already present on the generator control panel, do not connect the senders to the
unit.. The unit is factory programmed for VDO type senders.
s. However different types of senders are
selectable via programming menu. Please check the programming section.
The programmable digital inputs are compatible with both normally open and normally
closed contacts, switching either to BAT- or BAT+.
The charge alternator connection terminal provides also the excitation current, thus it is not
necessary to use an external
xternal charge lamp.

1.3 Wiring the Unit


WARNING: THE UNIT IS NOT FUSED.
Use external fuses for Mains phases: L1,L2,L3,
Generator phase: L1,L2,L3, Battery positive: BAT(+).
Install the fuses as nearly as possible to the unit in a
place easily accessible for the user.
The fuse rating should be 6 Amps.
WARNING: ELECTRICITY CAN KILL
ALWAYS disconnect the power BEFORE connecting the unit.
1) ALWAYS remove the plug connectors when inserting wires with a screwdriver.
2) An appropriate and readily accessible set of disconnection devices (e.g.
automatic fuses) MUST be provided as part of the installation.
3) The building mains supply MUST incorporate appropriate short-circuit
short
backup
protection (e.g. a fuse or circuit breaker) of High Breaking Capacity (HBC,
(
at
least 1500A).
2
4) Use cables of adequate current carrying capacity (at least 0.75mm ) and
temperature range.

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2. INPUTS AND OUTPUTS


RS-232 SERIAL PORT: This connector provides serial data input and output for various purposes like
remote monitoring and remote programming.
EXTENSION CONNECTOR: This connector is intended for the connection to output extension modules.
The optional relay extension module provides 8 programmable 16A relay outputs. The unit allows the use
of up to 2 I/O extension modules.
Term Function
1
GENERATOR CONTACTOR

2
3
4
5
6
7

GEN-L1
GEN-L2
GEN-L3
GENERATOR NEUTRAL
MAINS NEUTRAL
MAINS-L3

8
9
10

MAINS-L2
MAINS-L1
MAINS CONTACTOR

11
12

GROUND
BATTERY POSITIVE

13
14

FUEL LEVEL SENDER


OIL PRESSURE SENDER

15

COOLANT TEMP. SENDER

Technical data
Description
Relay output, 16A-AC This output provides energy to the generator
contactor. If the generator phases do not have
acceptable voltage or frequency values, the
generator contactor will be de-energized. In
order to provide extra security, the normally
closed contact of the mains contactor should
be serially connected to this output.
Generator phase
Connect the generator phases to these inputs.
inputs, 0-300V-AC
The generator phase voltages upper and
lower limits are programmable.
Input, 0-300V-AC
Neutral terminal for the generator phases.
Input, 0-300V-AC
Neutral terminal for the mains phases.
Mains phase inputs, Connect the mains phases to these inputs.
0-300V-AC
The mains voltages upper and lower limits are
programmable.

Relay output, 16A-AC This output provides energy to the mains


contactor. If the mains phases do not have
acceptable voltages, the mains contactor will
be de-energized. In order to provide extra
security, the normally closed contact of the
generator contactor should be serially
connected to this output.
O VDC
Power supply negative connection.
+12 or 24VDC
The positive terminal of the DC Supply shall
be connected to this terminal. The unit
operates on both 12V and 24V battery
systems.
Input, 0-5000 ohms
No connection to this terminal.
Input, 0-5000 ohms
Analogue oil pressure sender connection. Do
not connect the sender to other devices. The
input has programmable characteristics and
connects to any kind of sender.
Input, 0-5000 ohms
Analogue
high
temperature
sender
connection. Do not connect the sender to
other devices. The input has programmable
characteristics and connects to any kind of
sender.

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Term Function
16
CHARGE

Technical data
Input and output

17

RELAY-2 (HORN RELAY)

Output 10A/28VDC

18

RELAY-1 (STOP RELAY)

Output 10A/28VDC

19
20

START RELAY
FUEL RELAY

Output 10A/28VDC
Output 10A/28VDC

21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29

EMERGENCY STOP
SPARE-2
PROGRAM LOCK
SPARE-1
COOLANT LEVEL
HIGH TEMP
LOW OIL PRESSURE
RECTIFIER FAIL
CURR_1+

Digital inputs

30

CURR_1-

31

CURR_2+

32

CURR_2-

33

CURR_3+

34

CURR_3-

Description
Connect the charge alternators D+ terminal to
this terminal. This terminal will supply the
excitation current and measure the voltage of
the charge alternator.
This relay has programmable function,
selectable from a list.
This relay has programmable function,
selectable from a list.
This relay controls the engine cranking.
This relay is used for fuel solenoid control. It is
internally connected to terminal 16 for
supplying the charge alternators excitation
current.
These
inputs
have
programmable
characteristics selected via the program
menu. Each input may be driven by a
normally closed or normally open contact,
switching either battery+ or battery-. The effect
of the switch is also selectable from a list. See
PROGRAMMING section for more details.

Current transformer Connect the generator current transformer


terminals to these inputs. Do not connect the
inputs, 5A-AC
same current transformer to other instruments
otherwise a unit fault will occur. Connect each
terminal of the transformer to the units related
terminal. Do not use common terminals. Do
not use grounding. Correct polarity of
connection is vital. If the measured power is
negative, then change the polarity of each 3
current transformers. The rating of the
transformers should be the same for each of
the 3 phases. The secondary winding rating
shall be 5 Amperes. (For ex. 200/5 Amps).

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3. DISPLAYS
3.1 Led Displays
The unit has 12 LEDs, divided in 3 groups:
-Group_1: Operating mode: This group indicates the genset function.
-Group_2: Mimic diagram: This group indicates the current status of the mains and genset
voltages and contactors.
-Group_3: Warnings and alarms: This group indicates the existence of abnormal conditions
encountered during operation.
Function
MAINS ON

Color
Green

MAINS OFF

Red

LOAD MAINS
LOAD GENERATOR
GENERATOR

Green
Yellow
Yellow

LOAD TEST

Yellow

TEST

Yellow

OFF

Yellow

AUTO

Green

GENERATOR RUN
GENERATOR STOP
ALARM

Yellow
Yellow
Red

WARNING

Red

SERVICE REQUEST

Red

Description
The LED will turn on when all 3 mains phase voltages
are within the limits.
The LED will turn on when at least one of the mains
phase voltages is outside limits.
It turns on when the mains contactor is activated.
It turns on when the generator contactor is activated.
The LED will flash when the engine is running. It will
turn on steadily when all 3 generator phase voltages
are within the programmed limits.
It turns on when the related operation mode is
selected. One of these LEDs is always on and
indicates which operation mode is selected.
If the operation of the genset is disabled by the
weekly operation schedule, then the AUTO led will
flash.
It turns on when the related pushbuttons are pressed
in MANUAL mode.
If a fault condition resulting to the engine shutdown
has occurred, the alarm led turns on steadily. If a
loaddump condition occurs, this led will flash. Alarms
work on a first occurring basis. The occurrence of a
fault will disable other faults of lower or equal priority.
If a warning condition has occurred, this led turns on
steadily. The warnings work on a first occurring basis.
The occurrence of a warning will disable other
warnings, however shutdown and loaddump alarms
are still allowed.
Engine periodic maintenance request indicator. It
turns on when the preset engine hours or time
duration after previous service has elapsed.

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3.2 Language Selection


The unit is able to display information in 3 languages. Language selection is made through
program parameter CONTROLLER CONFIGURATION > LANGUAGE SELECTION. Below selections
are available:
0: English language
1: Turkish language
2: Chinese language
3: ask selection at power-up
If language is set to 3, below screen will come at power on:

Left / Up / Down arrow pushbuttons will select the screen language. The language will be asked
everytime power is turned on.
With selections of 0,1,2 this screen will not appear and the selected language is enabled.

3.3 Digital Display


The unit has a graphical 128x64 pixel LCD display. It shows:
-Measured parameters,
-The company logo,
-The alarm list
-Software version and date-time information,
-Statistical counters,
-Event records,
-Program parameters.
Navigation between different screens s made with the MENU and MENU buttons. Each
depression of the MENU button switches the display to the next screen. Each depression of the
MENU button switches the display to the previous screen.
During operation, the unit will switch automatically between different screens, displaying
always the most important parameters for the current operating status.
If an alarm or warning occurs during operation, in other then programming mode, the display
will automatically switch to ALARM LIST position. The MENU or MENU buttons will not function.
To enable display navigation and mute the internal buzzer, press ALARM MUTE button first. If there is
more than one alarm, the next alarm is displayed by pressing the button. Thus all existing alarms
can be scanned. END OF ALARM LIST will be displayed when there is no more alarm to display.
The display has a backlight illumination feature. The backlight turns on with the depression
of any button or when the genset runs. It turns off after 4 hours to allow power economy.

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Screen Description
1
Mains parameters
(phase to neutral)

Mains parameters
(phase to phase)

Genset parameters
(phase to neutral)

Genset parameters
(phase to phase)

Engine parameters

Complete Genset
parameters
(phase to neutral)

Complete Genset
parameters
(phase to phase)

Graphical Genset
parameters
(phase to neutral)

Graphical Genset
parameters
(phase to phase)

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Contents
Genset status
Mains Volts L1,
Mains Frequency
Mains Volts L2 ,
Battery Voltage
Mains Volts L3,
Coolant Temperature
Genset status
Mains Volts L1-L2,
Mains Frequency
Mains Volts L2-L3,
Battery Voltage
Mains Volts L3-L1,
Coolant Temperature
Genset status
Genset Current L1,
Genset Frequency
Genset Current L2,
Genset Active Power (KW)
Genset Current L3,
Genset Volts L1
Genset status
Genset Current L1,
Genset Frequency
Genset Current L2,
Genset Active Power (KW)
Genset Current L3,
Genset Volts L1-L2
Genset status
Oil Pressure,
Engine rpm
Coolant Temperature,
Battery Voltage
Fuel Level,
Genset status
Genset Volts L1,
Genset Volts L2,
Genset Volts L3
Genset Current L1, Genset Current L2, Genset Current L3,
Genset Frequency,
Oil Pressure
Genset Active Power (KW),
Coolant Temperature
Genset power factor,
Fuel Level
Engine rpm,
Battery Voltage
Genset status
Genset Volts L1-L2, Genset Volts L2-L3, Genset Volts L3-L1
Genset Current L1, Genset Current L2, Genset Current L3
Genset Frequency,
Oil Pressure
Genset Active Power (KW),
Coolant Temperature
Genset power factor,
Fuel Level
Engine rpm,
Battery Voltage
Genset status
Genset Current L1
Genset Volts L1
Genset Active Power (%),
Genset Frequency
Oil Pressure
Coolant Temperature
Fuel Level
Genset status
Genset Current L1
Genset Volts L1-L2
Genset Active Power (%),
Genset Frequency
Oil Pressure
Coolant Temperature
Fuel Level

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Screen Description
10
Company Logo

11

12
13
14
15
16

17

Alarm List

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Contents

If no alarm exists, END OF ALARM LIST will be displayed.


Existing alarms, load_dumps, warnings will be displayed as
one screen for each entry. Switching to the next entry will be

made with the button.


Date-Time,
Date and time.
Software Version
Operating software version.
Statistical Counters 1 / 3 Engine Hours Run
Total Genset Active Power (KW-h)
Statistical Counters 2/ 3 Engine Hours to Service
Time to Service
Statistical Counters 3 / 3 Total Engine Cranks
Total Engine Runs
The unit provides information about last 100 events, starting
Event Records
from the most recent one.
Please review chapter 10 for detailed information about event
logging.
Test Screen
This screen is designed for unit testing. It is not used in normal
operation.

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4. ALARMS AND WARNINGS


Alarms indicate an abnormal situation in the generating set are divided into 3 priority levels:
1- ALARMS: These are the most important fault conditions and cause:
- The related alarm led to be on steadily,
- The genset contactor to be released immediately,
- The engine to be stopped immediately,
- The Horn, Alarm, Alarm+Load_dump and Alarm+Load_dump+Warning relays
output to operate, (if selected via programming menu)
2- LOAD_DUMPS: These fault conditions cause:
- The related alarm led to be on steadily,
- The genset contactor to be released immediately,
- The engine to be stopped after Cooldown period,
- The Horn, Alarm+Load_dump and Alarm+Load_dump+Warning relays output to
operate, (if selected via programming menu)
3- WARNINGS: These conditions cause:
- The related alarm led to flash,
- The Horn and Alarm+Load_dump+Warning relay outputs to operate, (if selected
via programming menu)
If the ALARM MUTE button is pressed, the Horn relay output will be deactivated; however
the existing alarms will persist and disable the operation of the genset.
Alarms operate in a first occurring basis:
-If an alarm or load_dump is present, following alarms, load_dumps and warnings will not be
accepted,
-If a warning is present, following warnings will not be accepted.
Alarms may be of LATCHING type following programming. For latching alarms, even if the alarm
condition is removed, the alarms will stay on and disable the operation of the genset. The existing alarms
may be canceled by pressing one of the operating mode buttons (LOAD TEST / TEST / OFF / AUTO).
Most of the alarms have programmable trip levels. See the programming chapter for adjustable
alarm limits.
LOW OIL PRESSURE: Set if a signal is detected at the Low Oil Pressure Switch input or the oil
pressure value measured from the sender is below the programmed limit. Warning and alarm limits are
separately programmable for the oil pressure sender input. This fault will be monitored with Holdoff
Timer delay after the engine is running. Also if the oil pressure switch is open at the beginning of a start
attempt, then the engine will not be started and Oil Pressure Exists! information is displayed. When
the oil pressure switch closes, normal operation will be resumed.
HIGH TEMPERATURE: Set if a signal is detected at the High Temperature Switch input or the coolant
temperature value measured from the sender is above the programmed limit. Warning and alarm limits
are separately programmable for the temperature sender input.
LOW FUEL: Set if a signal is detected at the low fuel level input or the the fuel level measured from the
sender is below the programmed limit. Warning and alarm limits are separately programmable for the
fuel level sender input.
LOW COOLANT LEVEL: Set if a signal is detected at the low coolant level input.
RECTIFIER FAIL: Set if a signal is detected at the rectifier fail input. This input is only monitored when
mains voltages are present.
EMERGENCY STOP: Set if a signal is detected at the emergency stop input.
SPARE-1 / SPARE-2: Set if a signal is detected from the related spare fault input.

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LOW FREQUENCY / HIGH FREQUENCY: Set if the generator frequency is outside programmed limits.
These faults will be monitored with Holdoff Timer delay after the engine is running. Low and high limits
for warning and alarm are separately programmable.
START FAIL (alarm): Set if the engine is not running after programmed number of start attempts.
STOP FAIL (warning): Set if the engine has not stopped before the expiration of the Stop Timer.
OVERLOAD (load_dump): Set if at least one of the genset phase currents goes over the Overcurrent
Limit for Overload Timer. If currents goes below the limit before expiration of the timer then no alarm will
be set.
EXCESS POWER (load_dump): Set if the genset power (KW) supplied to the load goes over the
Excess Power limit for Overload Timer. If the power goes below the limit before expiration of the timer
then no alarm will be set.
GENSET LOW VOLTAGE: Set if any of the generator phase voltages goes outside programmed limits
for Overload Timer. This fault will be monitored with holdoff timer delay after the engine is running.
GENSET HIGH VOLTAGE: Set if any of the generator phase voltages goes outside programmed limits
for Overload Timer. This fault will be monitored with holdoff timer delay after the engine is running.
LOW BATTERY VOLTAGE (warning): Set if the battery voltage goes below the programmed limit.
During engine cranking this fault is not monitored.
HIGH BATTERY VOLTAGE: Set if the battery voltage goes above programmed limits. Both warning and
alarm levels for high battery voltage are programmable.
CHARGE: Set if a charge alternator failure (or broken belt) occurs. This fault condition may result to a
warning or alarm following programming.
ECU FAIL (warning): Set when an engine fault code is received from the ECU of the electronic engine.
This fault will not cause an engine stop. If necessary, the engine will be stopped by the ECU.
ECU FAIL (alarm): Set if no information has been received during 3 seconds from the ECU of the
electronic engine. This fault condition is only controlled if fuel is on.
MAINS PHASE ORDER FAIL (warning): Set if the mains phase order checking is enabled, mains
phases are present and mains phase order is reversed.

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5. MODES OF OPERATION
The modes of operation are selected by pushing the front panel keys. Changing the operation
mode while the genset is running will result into a behavior suitable for the new operating mode. For
example, if the LOAD TEST mode is selected when genset is running at TEST mode, then the genset will
take the load.
OFF: In this mode, the mains contactor will be energized if mains phase voltages are within the
programmed limits. The engine will be stopped.
AUTO: It is used for genset and mains automatic transfer. If at least one of the mains phase voltages is
outside limits, the mains contactor will be deactivated.
The diesel will be started for programmed times after the preheat timer. When the engine runs, the crank
relay will be immediately deactivated. The engine will run without load during engine heating period. After
this, if alternator phase voltages and frequency are within limits, then the unit will wait for the generator
contactor period and the generator contactor will be energized.
When all the mains phase voltages are within the limits, the engine will continue to run for the mains
waiting period. At the end of this period the generator contactor is deactivated and the mains contactor will
be energized. If a cooldown period is given, the generator will continue to run during cooldown period. At
the end of the period, the fuel solenoid will be de-energized and the diesel will stop. The unit will be ready
for the next mains failure.
If the operation of the genset is disabled by the weekly schedule, then the AUTO led will flash, and the
operation of the genset will be as in the OFF mode.
TEST: It is used to test the generator when the mains are on, or keep the generator running in the
emergency backup mode. The operation of the generator is similar to the AUTO mode, but the mains
contactor will not be deactivated if the mains are not off. If the mains are off, mains contactor will be
deactivated and the generator contactor will be activated. When the mains are on again, a changeover to
the mains will be made, but the engine will be kept running unless another mode is selected. To stop the
engine, select AUTO or OFF mode.
LOAD TEST: It is used to test the genset under load. Once this mode is selected, the engine will run and
the load will be transferred to the genset. The genset will feed the load indefinitely unless another mode is
selected.

6. OTHER FEATURES
6.1 Remote Start Operation
The unit offers the possibility of REMOTE START mode of operation. If the Remote Start
Operation program parameter is set to 1 then the unit will enter to the Remote Start operation. The
Remote Start signal should be connected to the SPARE_2 (37) input.
The REMOTE START signal may be a NO or NC contact, switching to either battery positive or
battery negative. These selections are made using programming menu.
It is also necessary to set the ACTION program parameter of the SPARE-2 input to 3 in order to
prevent the alarms generated from this input.
In this mode the mains phases are not monitored. If the REMOTE START signal is present
then the mains will be supposed to fail, inversely if the REMOTE START signal is absent, then mains
voltages will be supposed to be present. The front panels mimic diagrams mains LEDs will reflect the
status of the REMOTE START input.

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6.2 Sender type Selection


The unit has the ability to adapt to any type of oil pressure and temperature senders. The
commonly used standard sender characteristics are recorded in memory and selectable from a list.
However non standard senders may also be used by entering their characteristics to the table.
Oil Pressure Sender Type Selection:
Selectable sender types are:
0: Sender characteristics are defined in Sender Characteristics table.
1: VDO 0-7 bars (10-180 ohms)
2: VDO 0-10 bars (10-180 ohms)
3: DATCON 0-7 bars (240-33 ohms)
4: DATCON 0-10 bars (240-33 ohms)
5: DATCON 0-7 bars (0-90 ohms)
6: DATCON 0-10 bars (0-90 ohms)
7: DATCON 0-7 bars (75-10 ohms)
Temperature Sender Selection:
Selectable sender types are:
0: Sender characteristics are defined in Sender Characteristics table.
1: VDO
2: DATCON DAH type
3: DATCON DAL type
Fuel Level Sender Selection:
The Fuel Level Sender Ohms is also programmable.

6.3 Engine Heating Operation


Especially on engines without a body heater, or with a failing one, it may be desired that the
genset should not take the load before reaching a suitable temperature. The unit offers 2 different
ways of engine heating.
1. Timer controlled heating:
This operation mode is selected when the Engine Heating Method parameter is set to 0. In this
mode, the engine will run during parameter Engine Heating Timer, and then the genset will take the
load.
2. Timer and temperature controlled heating:
This operation mode is selected when the Engine Heating Method parameter is set to 1. In this
mode, at first the engine will run during parameter Engine Heating Timer, then it will continue to run
until the measured coolant temperature reaches the limit defined in parameter Engine Heating
Temperature. When the requested temperature is reached, the load will be transferred to the genset.
This operation mode may be used as a backup to the engine body heater. If the engine body is warm
the heating will be skipped.

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6.4 Engine Idle Speed Operation


It may be required that the engine runs at the idle speed for a programmed duration for engine
heating. The idle operation duration is adjusted with the parameter Idle Speed Timer. The idle speed
will be set by the governor control unit of the engine.
Any of the spare relay outputs may be assigned as IDLE output using Relay Definition
program parameters. Also relays on an extension module may be assigned to this function.
The Idle speed operation is performed both in engine start-up and cool-down sequences.
Speed and voltage protections are disabled during idle speed operation.

6.5 Engine Block Heater


The unit is able to provide a relay output in order to drive the block heater resistor.
The temperature reference is the coolant temperature measured from the the analog sender
input.
The block heater relay function may be assigned to spare relays using Relay Definition
program parameters. Also relays on an extension module may be assigned to this function.
The engine body temperature limit is adjusted using the parameter Engine Heating
Temperature. The same parameter is used for engine heating operation.
The relay will become active if the body temperature falls to 4 degrees below the limit set by
Engine Heating Temperature. It turns off when the body temperature exceeds Engine Heating
Temperature.

6.6 Fuel Pump Control


The unit is able to provide a relay output in order to drive the fuel pump motor. The fuel pump
is used in order to transfer fuel from the large capacity main tank (if exists) to the genset daily tank
which is generally integrated in the chassis and has a limited capacity.
The fuel level reference is measured through the analog fuel level sender. When the
measured fuel level falls to 25 % the fuel pump relay output will operate. When the fuel level reaches
75 % the relay will turn off. Thus the chassis fuel tank level will be always kept between and .
The fuel pump relay function may be assigned to spare relays using Relay Definition program
parameters. Also relays on an extension module may be assigned to this function.

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6.7 Mains Simulation


The unit offers an optional SIMULATE MAINS signal input.. If the program parameter
Simulate Mains Operation is set to 1 then the SPARE_2 (37) input will be used for mains simulation.
It is also necessary to set the ACTION program parameter of the SPARE-2 input to 3 in order to
prevent the alarms generated from this input.
The SIMULATE MAINS signal may be a NO or NC contact, switching to either battery positive or
battery negative. These selections are made using the programming menu.
If the Simulate Mains Operation
Opera
program parameter is set to 1 and the input signal is active,
the mains phases are not monitored and supposed to be inside limits. This will prevent the genset
from starting even in case of a mains failure. If the genset is running when the signal is applied, then
usual Mains Waiting and Cooldown cycles will be performed before engine stop. When the SIMULATE
MAINS signal is present, the
he front panels mimic diagrams mains LEDs will reflect the mains voltages
as present.
When the signal is passive, the unit will revert to normal operation and monitor the mains
voltage status.

The REMOTE START operation overrides SIMULATE MAINS operation.


When both parameters Remote Start Operation and Simulate Mains
Operation are set
se then REMOTE START operation mode is performed.
performed

6.8
8 Delayed Mains Simulation,
Simulation Battery Charging
The Delayed Mainss Simulation feature is used in battery backed up telecom systems where
batteries are able to supply the load during a certain period. The genset is requested to run only when
battery voltage drops below the critical level. Once the engine runs, the rectifier
rectifier system starts charging
the batteries and the battery voltage goes up immediately. Thus the engine should continue to run a
programmed period for effective charging. The critical battery voltage level will be detected by an
external unit which provides the digital Simulate Mains signal for the genset control unit.
The unit offers an optional SIMULATE MAINS signal input. If the Delayed Simulate
Simulat Mains
program parameter is set to 1 then the SPARE_2 (37) input will be used for delayed mains simulation.
It is also necessary to set the ACTION program parameter of the SPARE-2 input to 3 in order to
prevent the alarms generated from this input.
The SIMULATE MAINS signal may be a NO or NC contact, switching to either battery positive or
battery negative. These selections are made using the programming menu.
If the Delayed Simulate Mains program parameter is set to 1 and the input signal is active
when the genset is not feeding the load,
load the mains phases are not monitored and supposed to be
inside limits. This will prevent the genset from starting when the simulate mains signal is present
(batteries charged). The genset will start when mains voltages
voltage are out of limits
its and the simulate mains
signal not present.
If the genset is running when the signal is applied, then MAINS SIMULATION will be
prevented during Flashing Relay
elay Timer program parameter. After this, usual Mains Waiting and
Cooldown cycles will be performed before engine stop. When the SIMULATE MAINS signal is present,
the
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When the signal is passive, the unit will revert to normal operation and monitor the mains
voltage status.

The REMOTE START operation overrides DELAYED SIMULATE MAINS


operation. When both parameters Remote Start Operation and
Delayed Simulate Mains are set then REMOTE START operation mode
is performed.

6.9 Dual Genset Mutual Standby Operation


Dual genset intermittent operation consists of regular switching of the load between 2 gensets.
The use of 2 gensets instead of one is due either to safety purposes
p rposes in case of a genset failure or to a
continuous operation requesting service stops.
s
The running period for each genset is adjustable using Flashing Relay Timer program
parameter.. If the time is adjusted as 0 hours, it will be actually set to 2 minutes for faster testing
purposes.
A flashing
shing relay output function is provided, based on the parameter Flashing Relay Timer.
Timer
Each time the period programmed using Flashing Relay Timer elapses,
ses, the relay output will change
position.
The flashing relay function may be assigned to spare relays using
usi Relay Definition program
parameters. Also relays on an extension module may be assigned to this function.
The dual genset intermittent operation uses also the Mains Simulation feature. Please review
chapter 6.7 for a detailed explanation of this feature.
feature

Please contact DATAKOM for a complete application manual.

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6.10 Service Request Display


This led is designed to help the periodic maintenance of the genset to be made consistently.
The periodic maintenance is basically carried out after a given engine hours (for example 200
hours), but even if this amount of engine hours is not fulfilled, it is performed after a given time limit (for
example 12 months).

The SERVICE REQUEST led has no effect on the genset


operation.
The unit has both programmable engine hours and maintenance time limit. The engine hours is
programmable with 50-hour
hour steps, the time limit is programmable with 1 month steps. If any of the
programmed values is zero, this means that the parameter will not be used. For example a maintenance
period of 0 months indicates that the unit will request maintenance only based on engine hours,
hours there will
be no time limit. If the engine
gine hours is also selected as 0 hours this will mean that the SERVICE
REQUEST display will be inoperative.
When the engine hours OR the time limit is over, the SERVICE REQUEST led (red) will start to
flash and the service request relay function will be active.
a
The service request relay function may be assigned to spare relays using Relay Definition
program parameters. Also relays on an extension module may be assigned to this function.

To turn off the SERVICE REQUEST led, and reset the service
period, press together the ALARM MUTE and LAMP TEST keys
for 5 seconds.
The remaining engine hours and the remaining time limit are kept stored in a non-volatile
non
memory
and are not affected from power supply failures.
The time and engine hours to service are displayed in the STATISTICAL COUNTERS menu.

6.11 Engine Hour Meter


The unit features a non-erasable
erasable incremental engine hour meter. The hour meter information is
kept in a non-volatile
volatile memory and is not affected from power supply failures.
The engine hours may be displayed STATISTICAL COUNTERS menu.

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6.12 Date & Time Display


The date & time display is provided for verification.

6.13 Software Version Display


Some additional features are installed within consecutive software releases. In order to be
sure of the validity of the status of the unit, the software version needs to be known.
The software version of the unit is displayed together with the data time information.
The software version consists of 2 numbers. The first number represent the operating
operati software
version of the unit.

6.14 Modem Connection


The unit is capable of making modem calls in case of alarm, as well as answering modem
calls made from a remote location. GSM modems and classic cable network (PSTN
PSTN) modems are
acceptable.
If the modem is connected to the unit, the Modem Enable program parameter should be set
to 1, otherwise faulty operation may occur. If Modem Enable or SMS Enable or MODBUS Address
parameters are different from zero, the local PC connection will not work.
A maximum of 2 telephone numbers can be defined for outgoing modem calls. In case of
alarm, the unit will attempt to reach control centers associated with each number. In case of modem
connection failure, the call will be repeated up to 30 times with 2 minute intervals.

If SMS message sending is enabled, then only the first telephone number will be
used for modem calls.
Advised modems are DATAKOM types which are powered up from the same DC battery
voltage
ge than the unit. Most of other desktop modems with standard AT commands are also usable, but
it is the users responsibility to provide an uninterrupted AC supply source to the modem. The
necessary modem cable will be supplied by DATAKOM.
Modem calls are always terminated by the central RAINBOW software. However the unit does
not allow connection durations exceeding 2 minutes, and hangs up the modem when this period
expires.
The PC program used for remote monitoring and programming is the same RAINBOW
RAINBO
software used for RS-232
232 connection.
Please note that the modem operation is also compatible with the MODBUS communication.
Thus the unit can iniate and receive calls to/from a MODBUS master station. Please review chapter_8
for more details on MODBUS communication.

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6.15 SMS Message Sending


The GSM SMS message sending is activated by setting the SMS Enable program parameter to
1. When the GSM SMS mode is activated, the PC connection will not work. If a local PC connection is
necessary, Modem Enable, SMS Enable and MODBUS Address parameters should be set to 0.
When a fault condition occurs, the unit will compose an SMS message and will send it to the
second and third phone numbers. Two SMS messages are sent in total.
The maximum number of alarms transmitted in a SMS message is 4. This limitation is due to the
maximum length of an SMS message which is 160 characters.
A sample GSM SMS message is given below:
DKGxxx <SITE-ID>
STOP :LOW OIL PRESSURE SW.
END OF ALARM LIST
The first line of the message carries information about the unit type and the site identity string.
This line is intended for the identification of the genset sending the SMS message.
Each following line will give one fault information. The message will always be terminated by the
END OF ALARM LIST string.
When the message is sent, the existing alarms will be masked, causing the audible alarm relay to
release and preventing consecutive GSM SMS messages. Any new upcoming alarm will result in a new
GSM SMS message. The new message will indicate all existing alarms, even masked ones.
The necessary GSM modem cable will be supplied by DATAKOM. This is the same cable as
PSTN (land) modems.

6.16 Remote Monitoring and Programming


Thanks to its standard serial RS-232 port, the unit offers the remote monitoring and
programming feature.
The remote monitoring and programming PC software is called RAINBOW and may be
downloaded from www.datakom.com.tr internet site with password login.
The modem, SMS and Modbus modes are not compatible with the local PC connection. Modem
Enable, SMS Enable and MODBUS Address program parameters should be set to 0 before
connection.
The RAINBOW software allows the visualization and recording of all measured parameters.
The recorded parameters may then be analyzed graphically and printed. The software also allows the
programming of the unit and the storage of the program parameters to PC or the downloading of
stored parameters from PC to the unit.
For PCs without a serial port, below USB to serial adapters are tested and approved :
DIGITUS USB 2.0 TO RS-232 ADAPTER (PRODUCT CODE: DA70146 REV 1.1)
DIGITUS USB 1.1 TO RS-232 ADAPTER (PRODUCT CODE: DA70145 REV 1.1)
FLEXY USB 1.1 TO SERIAL ADAPTER (PRODUCT CODE BF-810)
CASECOM USB TO SERIAL CONVERTER (MODEL: RS-01)
The necessary PC connection cable will be supplied by DATAKOM.

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6.17 Exerciser
The unit offers automatic exerciser operation. The exercise operation may be done on a daily,
weekly or monthly basis.
The start day and time of the exercise is programmable as well as its duration. The exercise
may be done with or without load following programming.
Program
rogram parameters related to the exerciser are:
Exercise start day and hour
Exercise duration
Exercise off_load/on_load
Exerciser Period (Daily
Daily / Weekly / Monthly)
Monthly
Please refer to the programming section for a more detailed description of the above
parameters.
When the start day and hour of exercise has come, the unit will automatically switch to either
TEST or LOAD TEST mode. The engine will run and if the on_load exercise is selected then the load
will be transferred to the genset.
If a mains failure occurs during the off-load
off load exercise, the load will not be transferred to the
genset unless the Emergency Backup Operation is allowed by setting the related program
parameter to 1. Thus it is highly recommended that the Emergency Backup mode enabled
enable with offload exerciser.
At the end of the exercise duration, the unit will switch back to the initial mode of operation.
If any of the mode selection keys are pressed during exercise, then the exercise will be
terminated.
Using the daily exercise mode, the unit may feed the load from the genset during predefined
hours of the day. This operation may be used in high tariff periods of the day.

6.18.. Resuming to factory set parameters


In order to resume to the factory set parameter values:
-hold pressed the OFF,, LAMP TEST and ALARM MUTE buttons for 5 seconds,
-RETURN
RETURN TO FACTORY SET
SET will be displayed
-immediately press and hold pressed the ALARM MUTE button for 5 seconds
-factory
factory set values will be reprogrammed to the parameter memory.

It is not possible to restore


re
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6.19. Gas Engine Fuel Solenoid Control


The unit provides a special function for the fuel solenoid control of a gas engine.
The fuel solenoid of a gas engine is different from a diesel engine. It should be opened after
the cranking has been started and should be closed between crank cycles. The delay between the
crank start and solenoid opening is adjusted using the Gas Solenoid Delay program parameter.

The gas engine fuel solenoid relay function may be assigned to spare relays using Relay
Definition program parameters. Also relays on an extension module may be assigned to this function.

6.20. 6.21. Load Shedding / Dummy Load


The load shedding feature consists on the disconnection of the least crucial loads when the
genset power approaches to its limits. These loads will be supplied again when the genset power falls
below the programmed limit. The internal Load Shedding function is always active. Any of the auxiliary
relays may be used as the load shedding output.
The dummy load function consists on the connection of a dummy load if the total genset load
is below a limit and to disconnection of the dummy load when the total power exceeds another limit.
The dummy load function is the inverse of the load shedding function, thus the same output may be
used for both purposes.
The parameters used in Load Shedding feature are in the Electrical Parameters Group:
Load Shedding Low Limit: If the genset active power output goes below this limit, then the Load
Shedding relay will be deactivated.
Load Shedding High Limit: If the genset active power output goes above this limit, then the Load
Shedding relay will be activated.

6.22. Firmware Update


The uniy offers possibility of updating the firmware in the field. The firmware is updated
through the RS-232 serial port using Rainbow or a special DOS program.
The unit will go to firmware download mode with a special command from the PC program. In
download mode, the display of the unit will show DL-V1.00
During firmware update process, the progress is visible through a completion bar on the
screen.
The firmware update operation will take around 3 minutes.
After completion of the update a special command will set back the unit to normal operation
mode.

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8. MODBUS COMMUNICATION
The unit offers the possibility of MODBUS communication via its RS232 serial port.
The connection to the MODBUS master may be done in 3 ways:
1) RS232 connection using directly the RS232 port provided.
2) RS422/485 connection using external RS422/485 converter.
3) Modem connection using external modem.
The MODBUS mode is activated by assigning a controller address to the unit using MODBUS
Address program parameter. The possible address range is 1 to 144. Setting the address to 0 will
disable the MODBUS mode and allow communication under RAINBOW protocol.
The MODBUS properties of the unit are:
-Data transfer mode: RTU
-Serial data: 9600 bps, 8 bit data, no parity, 1 bit stop
-Supported functions:
-Function 3 (Read multiple registers)
-Function 6 (Write single register)
Detailed description about the MODBUS protocol is found in the document Modicon Modbus
Protocol Reference Guide. The web address is: www.modbus.org/docs/PI_MBUS_300.pdf
Below is a limited shortlist of readable registers. For the detailed Modbus Application
Manual and a complete list of registers please contact DATAKOM.
ADDRESS
(hex)
0000
0001
0002
0003
0004
0005
0006
0007
0008
000C
000D
000E
000F
0010
0011
0012
0013
0016-0017

R/
W
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R

DATA
SIZE
16bit
16bit
16bit
16bit
16bit
16bit
16bit
16bit
16bit
16bit
16bit
16bit
16bit
16bit
16bit
16bit
16bit
32bit

COEFFICIENT

0018

8bit

x100

002A
002B
002C
002D
002F
003D

R
R
R
R
R
R

16bit
16bit
16bit
16bit
16bit
8bit

x1
x10
x1
x1
x10
-

x1
x1
x1
x1
x1
x1
x1
x1
x1
x1
x1
x1
x1
x1
x1
x10
x10
x256

DESCRIPTION
Mains Phase L1 voltage
Mains Phase L2 voltage
Mains Phase L3 voltage
Genset Phase L1 voltage
Genset Phase L2 voltage
Genset Phase L3 voltage
Genset Phase L1 current
Genset Phase L2 current
Genset Phase L3 current
Mains Phase L12 voltage
Mains Phase L23 voltage
Mains Phase L31 voltage
Genset Phase L12 voltage
Genset Phase L23 voltage
Genset Phase L31 voltage
Mains frequency
Genset frequency
Genset active power: this 24 bit signed register holds
the genset active power multiplied by 256. Least
significant 16 bits are in the register 0016h. Most
significant 8 bits are in the LSB of the register 0017h.
Power factor multiplied by 100 (signed byte). Negative
values indicate a capacitive power factor.
Engine speed (rpm)
Oil pressure in bars.
Coolant temperature in degrees C.
Fuel level as %
Battery voltage
Operating mode
bit_3: manual mode
bit_4: auto mode
bit_5: off mode
bit_6: test mode
bit_7: load test mode

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9. WEEKLY OPERATION SCHEDULE


In most applications, the genset is requested to operate only in working hours. Thanks to the
weekly program feature unwanted operation of the genset may be prohibited.
The unit has one programmable turn-on/turn-off time pairs for each day of week. These
programmable parameters allow the genset to operate automatically only in allowed time limits.
The weekly operation schedule is only active in AUTO mode. In other modes it will not affect
the genset operation.
In AUTO mode, if the operation of the genset is disabled by the weekly schedule, then the
AUTO led will flash (instead of a steady on state).
Each turn-on/turn-off time is defined in 10 minute steps.
Unused programs should be set to 24:00.
An example setup may be as follows:
Monday
Monday
Tuesday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Thursday
Friday
Friday
Saturday
Saturday
Sunday
Sunday

Turn_on
Turn_off
Turn_on
Turn_off
Turn_on
Turn_off
Turn_on
Turn_off
Turn_on
Turn_off
Turn_on
Turn_off
Turn_on
Turn_off

07:00
18:00
07:00
18:00
07:00
18:00
07:00
18:00
07:00
18:00
07:00
13:00
24:00 (Sunday no turn on time, last operation mode continues)
24:00 (Sunday no turn off time, last operation mode continues)

If the same time is used for turn on and turn off, then it will be considered as a turn-on time.
The unit has a battery backed-up precision real time clock circuit. The real time clock circuit
will continue its operation even in power failures. The real time clock is precisely trimmed using the
Real Time Clock Adjust program parameter. For more details check the programming section.

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10. EVENT LOGGING


The unit keeps record of the last 100 events in order to supply information for the service personal.
The genset status information and a comprehensive set of measured values are stored within the
event memory. The events are recorded with a time stamp which comes from the internal real time
clock circuit of the unit.
The events are stored in a circular memory. This means that a new coming event will erase the oldest
recorded event. The events are always displayed starting from the most recent one.
Events are kept in a non-volatile
volatile memory and are not affected from power failures.
Switching from one menu screen to another is made with the MENU and MENUbuttons.
When the EVENT RECORD screen is displayed, each depression on the MENU button makes the
display switch to the previous event and MENUbutton makes the display switch to the next event.

To exit event record pages please hold pressed MENU or MENU


MENU buttons.

ages. Event and page numbers are shown at the top right corner of the
Each event is displayed in 4 pages
display. Events are numbered starting from 1,
1, number 1 being the latest one. Pages are listed from A
to D. Navigation between different pages of the same event is done with and buttons.
Event sources are:
-Shutdown alarms, Load dump alarms, Warnings
-Operating
Operating mode change (OFF, AUTO, etc)
-Periodic records.
Event record contents are:
Event type (alarms, mode change, periodic, etc)
Date and time
Genset operating mode (AUTO, MANUAL,OFF,TEST,
MANUAL,OFF,TEST LOAD TEST)
Genset operation status (mains
(
ok, running, cooldown etc)
Genset phase voltages L1-L2-L3
L1
Genset phase currents L1-L2-L3
L1
Genset frequency
Genset active power (KW)
Genset power factor
Engine rpm
Oil pressure
Coolant temperature
Fuel level
Battery voltage
L1
Mains phase voltages L1-L2-L3
Mains frequency
Digital input statuses
Charge input status

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11. STATISTICAL COUNTERS


The unit provides a set of non resettable incremental counters for statistical purposes.
The counters consist on:
-total engine hours
-total genset KWh
-engine hours to service
-time to service
-total engine cranks
-total genset runs
These counters are kept in a non-volatile
non volatile memory and are not affected from power failures.

12. MAINTENANCE
DO NOT OPEN THE UNIT
There are NO serviceable parts inside the unit.
Wipe the unit, if necessary with a soft damp cloth. Do not use chemical agents

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13. PROGRAMMING
The program mode is used to program the timers, operational limits and the configuration of the
unit.
To enter the program mode, press together MENU and MENUbuttons for 1 second.
The program mode is only allowed if the PROGRAM LOCK input is left open. If this input is tied to
GROUND, the program value modification will be disabled to prevent unauthorized intervention. It is
advised to keep the PROGRAM LOCK input tied to GROUND.
The program mode will not affect the operation of the unit. Thus programs may be modified
anytime, even while the genset is running.
The program mode is driven with a two level menu system. The top menu consists on program
groups and each group consists of various program parameters.
When program mode is entered, a list of available groups will be displayed. Navigation
between different groups are made with and buttons. Selected group is shown in reverse video
(blue on white). In order to enter inside a group, please press MENUbutton. In order to exit from the
group to the main list please press MENU button.
Navigation inside a group is made also with and buttons. A list of available parameters
will be displayed. Selected parameter is shown in reverse video (blue on white). In order
display/change the value of this parameter, please press MENUbutton. Parameter value may be
increased and decreased with and buttons. If these keys are hold pressed, the program value will
be increased/decreased by steps of 10. When a program parameter is modified, it is automatically
saved in memory. If MENUbutton is pressed, next parameter will be displayed. If MENU button is
pressed, then the list of parameters in this group will be displayed.
Program parameters are kept in a non-volatile memory and are not affected from power
failures.
To exit the program mode press one of the mode selection keys. If no button is pressed
during 1 minute the program mode will be cancelled automatically.

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Program Group: Controller Configuration


Parameter Definition

Unit

LCD Contrast

Language

Line-to-Line Voltages

Genset Default Display

Fault Holdoff Timer

sec

Alarm Relay Timer

sec

Intermittent Alarm Relay

Charge Alternator Shutdown

Emergency Backup Mode

Exercise Day and Time

Factory Description
Set
This parameter is used to set LCD contrast. Adjust for
22
the best viewing angle.
0: English language selected.
1: Turkish language selected. This language may
depend on the country where the unit is intended to
0
be used.
2: Chinese language selected
3: The unit will ask for manual language selection at
power-on.
0: Display Line to Neutral voltages as default
0
1: Display Line to Line voltages as default
This parameter selects the screen which is displayed
during genset on load operation.
0: screen 3 (or 4) electrical, large characters
1: screen 5 engine parameters, large characters
0
2: screen 6 (or 7) maximum information, small
characters
3: screen 8 (or 9)
Details of each screen are explained in chapter 3.2
This parameter defines the delay after the engine
12
runs and before the fault monitoring is enabled.
This is the period during which the ALARM relay is
60
active. If the period is set to 0, this will mean that the
period is unlimited.
0: continuous
0
1: intermittent (turns on and off every second)
0: The charge input generates CHARGE FAIL
warning, and does not stop the engine.
0
1: The charge input generates CHARGE FAIL alarm,
and stops the engine.
0: In TEST mode, the load will not be transferred to
the genset even if the mains fail.
0
1: In TEST mode, the load will be transferred to the
genset if the mains fail.
This parameter defines the start day and hour of the
exerciser.
Values higher or equal to 168 mean that the exerciser
is off.
The exercise may be selected to start at the
beginning of the any hour of the week. The parameter
value is the hour count of the start time.
Examples:
0 = exercise starts at Monday 00:00
8 = exercise starts at Monday 08:00
168
24 = exercise starts at Tuesday 00:00
167 = exercise starts at Sunday 23:00
168 = exerciser off
If a daily exercise is selected, then the day
information is dont care and the exercise will be
performed every day regardless of the day selection.
If the monthly exerciser is selected, then the exercise
will be performed during the first 7 days of each
month at the programmed day and hour.

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Program Group: Controller Configuration (continued)


Exercise Duration

min

10

Exercise Off/On Load

Exercise Period

Remote Start Operation

Simulate Mains Operation

Delayed Simulate Mains

Modem Enable

SMS Enable

GPRS Call Enable

MODBUS Address

Oil Pressure in psi

Temperature in F

hours

Real Time Clock Adjust

117

Hysteresis Voltage

Flashing Relay Timer

This parameter defines the exercise duration and


programmed in 10 minute steps up to 24 hours.
0: Exercise at TEST mode
1: Exercise at LOAD TEST mode
0: exercise every day (the exercise will be performed
every day regardless of the day selection of Exercise
Dat and Time parameter).
1: exercise once per week
2: exercise once per month (the exercise will be
performed during the first 7 days of each month at the
programmed day and hour).
0: NORMAL MODE: the engine runs when the mains
fail.
1: REMOTE START MODE: the engine runs when a
signal from the SPARE-2 input comes, the unit does
not monitor mains voltages.
0: The SPARE-2input has normal function
1: The SPARE-2 input simulates mains.
0: The SPARE-2 input has normal function
1: The SPARE-2 input has delayed simulate mains
function. See chapter 6.8 for more info.
0: No modem connection, the serial port is connected
to PC
1: Modem connected.
0: SMS not enabled
1: SMS enabled
0: standard modem calls
1: GPRS modem calls
0: RAINBOW communication protocol.
1-144: MODBUS communication. This parameter is
also the MODBUS controller address of the unit.
0: oil pressure display in bars
1: oil pressure display in psi
0: temperature display in degrees C
1: temperature display in degrees F
Delayed Simulate Mains Operation: max genset
running time after Simulate Mains signal disappears.
Dual Genset Systems: flashing relay toggle timer.
Please contact DATAKOM for dual genset mutual
stanby operation.
This parameter trims precisely the real time clock
circuit.
Values from 0 to 63 speed up the clock with
0.25sec/day steps.
Values from 127 to 64 slow down the clock with
0.25sec/day steps.
This parameter provides the mains and genset voltage
limits with a hysteresis feature in order to prevent
faulty decisions.
For example, when the mains are present, the mains
voltage low limit will be used as the programmed low
limit. When the mains fail, the low limit will be
incremented by this value. It is advised to set this
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Parameter Definition

RPM from genset frequency

Crank Teeth Count

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Unit Factor Description


y Set
This parameter is used in the conversion of the genset
frequency to engine rpm.
1
0: read rpm from the optional MPU input
1: convert frequency to rpm (using crank teeth count)
This is the number of pulses generated by the
magnetic pickup sensing unit in one turn of the
flywheel.
30
This parameter is also used in the conversion of the
genset frequency to engine rpm. The frequency in Hz
is multiplied with this parameter during conversion to
rpm.

Program Group: Electrical Parameters


Parameter Definition

Unit

Current Transformer Ratio

Overcurrent Limit

Excess Power Limit

KW

Overload Timeout

sec

Mains Voltage Low Limit

Mains Voltage High Limit

Genset Voltage Low Limit

Genset Voltage High Limit

Factory Description
Set
This is the rated value of current transformers.
500
All transformers must have the same rating.
The secondary of the transformer will be 5 Amps.
If the current goes above this limit, during the period
defined in Overload Timeout then a Overcurrent
Load Dump alarm will be generated.
0
If this parameter is 0 then Overcurrent check is
disabled.
If the active power goes above this limit, during the
period defined in Overload Timeout then an Excess
Power Load Dump alarm will be generated.
0
If this parameter is 0 then Excess Power check is
disabled.
This is the period between the current or active power
go over the limits and OVERCURRENT or EXCESS
POWER Load Dump alarms occur.
5
This is also the period between the frequency goes out
of the limits and OVERSPEED or UNDERSPEED
alarms occur.
If one of the mains phases goes under this limit, it
170
means that the mains are off and it starts the transfer
to the genset in AUTO mode.
If one of the mains phases goes over this limit, it
270
means that the mains are off and it starts the transfer
to the genset in AUTO mode.
If one of the generator phase voltages goes under this
limit when feeding the load, this will generate a
170
GENSET LOW VOLTAGE alarm and the engine will
stop.
If one of the generator phase voltages goes over this
limit when feeding the load, this will generate a
270
GENSET HIGH VOLTAGE alarm and the engine will
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Parameter Definition
Low Battery Voltage
Warning
High Battery Voltage
Warning

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Unit

Factory
Set

9.0

31.0

High Battery Voltage


Shutdown

33.0

Mains Waiting Timer

min

0.5

Genset Contactor Timer

sec

Mains Contactor Timer

sec

Load Shedding Low Limit

KW

Load Shedding High Limit

KW

Mains Phase Order Enable

Description
If the battery voltage falls below this limit, this will
generate a LOW BATTERY warning.
If the battery voltage goes over this limit, this will
generate a HIGH BATTERY warning.
If the battery voltage goes over this limit, this will
generate a HIGH BATTERY shutdown alarm and the
engine will stop.
This is the time between the mains voltages entered
within the limits and the generator contactor is
deactivated.
This is the period after the mains contactor has been
deactivated and before the generator contactor has
been activated.
This is the period after the generator contactor has
been deactivated and before the mains contactor has
been activated.
0: mains phase order checking disabled
1: if mains phase order is faulty, then a warning is
given and mains contactor deenergized.
If the genset power goes below this limit then the
load shedding relay will be deactivated.
If the genset power goes above this limit then the
load shedding relay will be activated.

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Program Group: Engine Parameters


Parameter Definition

Unit

Low Frequency Shutdown

Hz

Low Frequency Warning

Hz

High Frequency Warning

Hz

High Frequency Shutdown

Hz

Low Oil Pressure Warning

bar

Low Oil Pressure Shutdown

bar

High Temperature Warning

High Temperature Shutdown

Oil Pressure Sender type

Coolant Temp. Sender Type

Engine Heating Temperature

Engine Start Delay

sec

Preheat Timer

sec

Factory
Description
Set
If the genset frequency goes under this limit, a GENSET
LOW FREQUENCY alarm is generated and the engine
30
stops.
If the genset frequency goes under this limit, a GENSET
35
LOW FREQUENCY warning is generated.
If the genset frequency goes over this limit, a GENSET
54
HIGH FREQUENCY warning is generated.
If the genset frequency goes over this limit, a GENSET
HIGH FREQUENCY alarm is generated and the engine
55
stops.
If the oil pressure measured from the analog input
falls below this limit, this will generate a LOW OIL
1.4
PRESSURE SENDER warning.
If the oil pressure measured from the analog input
falls below this limit, this will generate a LOW OIL
1.0
PRESSURE SENDER alarm is generated and the
engine stops.
If the coolant temperature measured from the analog
input goes over this limit, this will generate a HIGH
95
TEMPERATURE SENDER warning.
f the coolant temperature measured from the analog
input goes over this limit, this will generate a HIGH
98
TEMPERATURE SENDER alarm and the engine will
stop.
This parameter selects the oil pressure sender type.
0: Non standard sender. The sender characteristics
are defined in Sender Characteristics table.
1: VDO 0-7 bars (10-180 ohms)
2: VDO 0-10 bars (10-180 ohms)
1
3: DATCON 0-7 bars (240-33 ohms)
4: DATCON 0-10 bars (240-33 ohms)
5: DATCON 0-7 bars (0-90 ohms)
6: DATCON 0-10 bars (0-90 ohms)
7: DATCON 0-7 bars (75-10 ohms)
This parameter selects the temperature sender type:
0: The sender characteristics are defined in Sender
Characteristics table.
1
1: VDO
2: DATCON DAH type
3: DATCON DAL type
If it is requested that the engine runs without load until
50
reaching a certain temperature, this parameter defines
the temperature.
This is the time between the mains fails and the fuel
solenoid turns on before starting the genset. It
0
prevents unwanted genset operation in battery
backed-up loads.
This is the time after the fuel solenoid is energized
and before the genset is started. During this period
1
the PREHEAT relay output is energized (if assigned
by Relay Definitions)

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Program Group: Engine Parameters (continued)


Parameter Definition

Crank Timer
Wait Between Starts
Engine Heating Timer
Cooldown Timer

Stop Solenoid Timer

Number of Starts

Engine Heating Method

Service Engine Hours

Service Period

Idle Speed Timer


Gas Solenoid Delay
Low Fuel Warning

Low Fuel Shutdown


Fuel Level sender Ohms

Unit

Factory Description
Set
This is the maximum start period. Starting will be
sec
10
automatically cancelled if the genset fires before the
timer.
sec
10
This is the waiting period between two start attempts.
This is the period used for engine heating following
sec
4
the program parameter.
This is the period that the generator runs for cooling
min
1.0
purpose after the load is transferred to mains.
This is the maximum time duration for the engine to
stop. During this period the STOP relay output is
energized (if assigned by Relay Definitions). If the
sec
10
genset has not stopped after this period, a FAIL TO
STOP warning occurs.
3
This is the maximum number of start attempts.
This parameter defines the engine heating method.
The genset will not take the load before engine
heating is completed.
0: engine is heated during Engine Heating Timer.
0
1: engine is heated until the coolant temperature
reaches the Engine Heating Temperature and at
least during the Engine Heating Timer.
The SERVICE REQUEST led indicator will turn on
after this quantity of engine hours from the last
service. If the period is set to 0 no SERVICE
hour
50
REQUEST will be generated depending on engine
hours.
The SERVICE REQUEST led indicator will turn on
after this amount of time from the last service. If the
month
6
period is set to 0 no SERVICE REQUEST will be
indicated depending on time.
When the engine runs, the Idle output relay function
sec
0
will be active during this timer.
The gas solenoid of the gas engine will be opened
sec
5
after this delay during cranking.
If the fuel level measured from the analog input falls
below this limit, a LOW FUEL LEVEL SENDER
%
20
warning is generated.
the fuel level measured from the analog input falls
below this limit, a LOW FUEL LEVEL SENDER
%
10
shutdown alarm is generated and the engine stops.
Fuel level sender max resistance. 180 ohms and 300
ohms
180
ohms senders are common.

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Program Group: Adjust Date and Time


Parameter Definition
Date
Month
Year
Hours
Minutes
Seconds

Unit
-

Factory
Set
01-31
01-12
00-99
00-23
00-59
00-59

Description
Current day of the month.
Current month.
Last two digits of the current year.
Current hour of the day.
Current minute of the hour.
Current second of the minute.

Program Group: Weekly Schedule


Parameter Definition
Monday Turn_on
Monday Turn_off
Tuesday Turn_on
Tuesday Turn_off
Wednesday Turn_on
Wednesday Turn_off
Thursday Turn_on
Thursday Turn_off
Friday Turn_on
Friday Turn_off
Saturday Turn_on
Saturday Turn_off
Sunday Turn_on
Sunday Turn_off

Unit
-

Factory Description
Set
24:00
24:00
24:00
24:00
24:00
24:00
24:00 Please review chapter 9 for a detailed description of
24:00 weekly programming schedule operation.
24:00
24:00
24:00
24:00
24:00
24:00

Program Group: Sender Characteristics


Parameter Definition

Unit

Oil Pressure Sender Ohms 1


Oil Pressure Value -1
Oil Pressure Sender Ohms 2
Oil Pressure Value -2
Oil Pressure Sender Ohms 3
Oil Pressure Value -3
Oil Pressure Sender Ohms 4
Oil Pressure Value -4
Oil Pressure Sender Ohms 5
Oil Pressure Value -5
Oil Pressure Sender Ohms 6
Oil Pressure Value -6

ohm

Factory Description
Set
10
Oil Pressure Sender point 1, ohm value

bar
ohm

0.0
52

Oil Pressure Sender point 1, bar value


Oil Pressure Sender point 2, ohm value

bar
ohm

2.0
90

Oil Pressure Sender point 2, bar value


Oil Pressure Sender point 3, ohm value

bar
ohm

4.0
140

Oil Pressure Sender point 3, bar value


Oil Pressure Sender point 4, ohm value

bar
ohm

7.0
156

Oil Pressure Sender point 4, bar value


Oil Pressure Sender point 5, ohm value

bar
ohm

8.0
184

Oil Pressure Sender point 5, bar value


Oil Pressure Sender point 6, ohm value

bar

10.0

Oil Pressure Sender point 6, bar value

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Program Group: Sender Characteristics (continued)


Parameter Definition

Unit

Temperature Sender Ohms 1


Temperature Value -1
Temperature Sender Ohms 2
Temperature Value -2
Temperature Sender Ohms 3
Temperature Value -3
Temperature Sender Ohms 4
Temperature Value -4
Temperature Sender Ohms 5
Temperature Value -5
Temperature Sender Ohms 6
Temperature Value -6

ohm

Factory Description
Set
38
Temperature Sender point 1, ohm value

C
ohm

100
51

Temperature Sender point 1, C value


Temperature Sender point 2, ohm value

C
ohm

90
134

Temperature Sender point 2, C value


Temperature Sender point 3, ohm value

C
ohm

60
322

Temperature Sender point 3, C value


Temperature Sender point 4, ohm value

C
ohm

39
650

Temperature Sender point 4, C value


Temperature Sender point 5, ohm value

C
ohm

20
1630

Temperature Sender point 5, C value


Temperature Sender point 6, ohm value

02

Temperature Sender point 6, C value

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Program Group: Input Configuration (Low Oil Pressure Switch)


Parameter Definition

Unit

Action

Sampling
Latching
Contact type
Switching
Response delay

Factory
Description
Set
0: Shutdown (the engine stops immediately)
1: Load Dump (the engine stops after cooldown)
0
2: Warning (the horn relay operates)
3: No operation
0: Always
1: After holdoff timer
1
2: When mains present
0: Non latching
1
1: Latching
0: Normally open
0
1: Normally closed
0: Battery negative
0
1: Battery positive
0: No delay
0
1: Delayed (4sec)

Program Group: Input Configuration (High Temperature Switch)


Parameter Definition

Action

Sampling
Latching
Contact type
Switching
Response delay

Unit

Factory
Description
Set
0: Shutdown (the engine stops immediately)
1: Load Dump (the engine stops after cooldown)
0
2: Warning (the horn relay operates)
3: No operation
0: Always
1: After holdoff timer
1
2: When mains present
0: Non latching
1
1: Latching
0: Normally open
0
1: Normally closed
0: Battery negative
0
1: Battery positive
0: No delay
0
1: Delayed (4sec)

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Program Group: Input Configuration (Coolant Level Switch)


Parameter Definition

Unit

Action

Sampling
Latching
Contact type
Switching
Response delay

Fac.Set Description
0: Shutdown (the engine stops immediately)
1: Load Dump (the engine stops after cooldown)
0
2: Warning (the horn relay operates)
3: No operation
0: Always
1: After holdoff timer
0
2: When mains present
0: Non latching
1
1: Latching
0: Normally open
0
1: Normally closed
0: Battery negative
0
1: Battery positive
0: No delay
1
1: Delayed (4sec)

Program Group: Input Configuration (Rectifier Fail)


Parameter Definition

Unit

Action

Sampling
Latching
Contact type
Switching
Response delay

Fac.Set Description
0: Shutdown (the engine stops immediately)
1: Load Dump (the engine stops after cooldown)
2
2: Warning (the horn relay operates)
3: No operation
0: Always
1: After holdoff timer
2
2: When mains present
0: Non latching
1
1: Latching
0: Normally open
0
1: Normally closed
0: Battery negative
0
1: Battery positive
0: No delay
0
1: Delayed (4sec)

Program Group: Input Configuration (Emergency Stop)


Parameter Definition
Action

Sampling
Latching
Contact type
Switching
Response delay

Unit

Fac.Set Description
0: Shutdown (the engine stops immediately)
1: Load Dump (the engine stops after cooldown)
0
2: Warning (the horn relay operates)
3: No operation
0: Always
1: After holdoff timer
0
2: When mains present
0: Non latching
0
1: Latching
0: Normally open
0
1: Normally closed
0: Battery negative
0
1: Battery positive
0: No delay
0
1: Delayed (4sec)

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Program Group: Input Configuration (Spare1 Input)


Parameter Definition

Unit

Action

Sampling
Latching
Contact type
Switching
Response delay

Fac.Set Description
0: Shutdown (the engine stops immediately)
1: Load Dump (the engine stops after cooldown)
2
2: Warning (the horn relay operates)
3: No operation
0: Always
1: After holdoff timer
0
2: When mains present
0: Non latching
0
1: Latching
0: Normally open
0
1: Normally closed
0: Battery negative
0
1: Battery positive
0: No delay
0
1: Delayed (4sec)

Program Group: Input Configuration (Spare-2 Input)


Parameter Definition

Unit

Action

Sampling
Latching
Contact type
Switching
Response delay

Fac.Set Description
0: Shutdown (the engine stops immediately)
1: Load Dump (the engine stops after cooldown)
2
2: Warning (the horn relay operates)
3: No operation
0: Always
1: After holdoff timer
0
2: When mains present
0: Non latching
0
1: Latching
0: Normally open
0
1: Normally closed
0: Battery negative
0
1: Battery positive
0: No delay
0
1: Delayed (4sec)

Program Group: Input Configuration (Low Fuel Switch Input)


Parameter Definition
Action

Sampling
Latching
Contact type
Switching
Response delay

Unit

Fac.Set Description
0: Shutdown (the engine stops immediately)
1: Load Dump (the engine stops after cooldown)
0
2: Warning (the horn relay operates)
3: No operation
0: Always
1: After holdoff timer
0
2: When mains present
0: Non latching
1
1: Latching
0: Normally open
0
1: Normally closed
0: Battery negative
0
1: Battery positive
0: No delay
0
1: Delayed (4sec)

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Program Group: Relay Definitions


The parameters below define the functions of relay outputs. The unit has 6 relay outputs. The
fixed function relays are Fuel, Start, Mains Contactor and Generator Contactor. RELAY-1 and RELAY2 have programmable functions, selected from a list.
The relays may be extended up to 22 using Relay Extension Modules.. Other relays are in
the optional Extension Modules.
Parameter Definition
Relay 01 Definition
Relay 02 Definition
Relay 03 Definition
Relay 04 Definition
Relay 05 Definition
Relay 06 Definition
Relay 07 Definition
Relay 08 Definition
Relay 09 Definition
Relay 10 Definition
Relay 11 Definition
Relay 12 Definition
Relay 13 Definition
Relay 14 Definition
Relay 15 Definition
Relay 16 Definition
Relay 17 Definition
Relay 18 Definition

Unit

Fac.Set Description
3
RELAY-1 function selected from list (terminal 29)
1
RELAY-2 function selected from list (terminal 28)
RELAY-3 function (expansion module) selected from
0
list
RELAY-4 function (expansion module-1) selected
2
from list
RELAY-5 function (expansion module-1) selected
4
from list
RELAY-6 function (expansion module-1) selected
5
from list
RELAY-7 function (expansion module-1) selected
0
from list
RELAY-8 function (expansion module-1) selected
2
from list
RELAY-9 function (expansion module-1) selected
4
from list
RELAY-10 function (expansion module-1) selected
5
from list
RELAY-11 function (expansion module-2) selected
0
from list
RELAY-12 function (expansion module-2) selected
2
from list
RELAY-13 function (expansion module-2) selected
4
from list
RELAY-14 function (expansion module-2) selected
5
from list
RELAY-15 function (expansion module-2) selected
0
from list
RELAY-16 function (expansion module-2) selected
2
from list
RELAY-17 function (expansion module-2) selected
4
from list
RELAY-18 function (expansion module-2) selected
5
from list

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The function of a programmable relay output may be selected from the below list.
00
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31

Fuel
Alarm
Start
Stop
Gen. Contactor
Mains Contactor
Choke
Preheat
Shutdown alarm
Shutdown or
load_dump alarm
Shutdown or
load_dump or warning
Automatic ready
Week. on time
Exerciser on
Load_dump alarm
Mains Fail
Block Heater
Service Request
Load Shedding Relay
Flashing Relay
Gas Solenoid
Fuel Pump
Mains Phase Order
Fail
Genset Phase Order
Fail
Idle Speed
-

32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79

Oil switch alarm


Temp switch alarm
Coolant Level switch
alarm
Rectifier alarm
Emerg.Stop alarm
Spare-1 Alarm
Spare-2 Alarm
Fuel Level switch alarm
Oil sender alarm
Temp sender alarm
Low speed alarm
High speed alarm
Low voltage alarm
High voltagealarm
Fail to start alarm
Low fuel sender alarm
High battery voltage
alarm
Charge fail alarm
Oil switch load_dump
Temp switch
load_dump
Coolant Level switch
load_dump
Rectifier load_dump
Emerg.Stop load_dump
Spare-1 load_dump
Spare-2 load_dump
Fuel Level switch
load_dump
Overcurrent load_dump
Excess power
load_dump
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80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90
91
92
93
94
95
96
97
98
99
100
101
102
103

Oil switch warning


Temp switch warn.
Coolant Level switch
warning
Rectifier warning
Emerg Stop warn.
Spare-1 warning
Spare-2 warning
Fuel Level switch
warning
Oil sender warning
Temp sender warn.
Low speed warning
High speed warning
Fail to stop warning
Low fuel sender
warning
Service request
warning
Mains Phase Order
Fail
Low battery warning
High battery warning
Charge fail warning
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Program Group: Site Id


Parameter Definition
Site Id String

Factory Set
DATAKOM SITE
ID

Description
This is the site Id string sent at the beginning of an
SMS message for the identification of the genset
sending the SMS message. Any 20 character long
string may be entered.

Program Group: Modem-1 Telephone Number


Parameter Definition
Modem-1 telephone
number

Factory Set
----------------

Description
This is the telephone number used for modem calls.
The buffer accepts up to 16 digits, including the wait
charater (,) in order to enable dialing through a
pabx.

Program Group: Modem-2 / SMS-1 Telephone Number


Parameter Definition

Modem-2 / SMS-1
telephone number

Factory Set

----------------

Description
This telephone number buffer accepts up to 16
digits, including the wait charater (,) in order to
enable dialing through a pabx.
If Modem Enabled: This is the second telephone
number used for modem calls.
If Modem Disabled: This is the first SMS telephone
number.

Program Group: SMS-2 Telephone Number


Parameter Definition

SMS-2 telephone number

Factory Set

----------------

Description
This telephone number buffer accepts up to 16
digits, including the wait charater (,) in order to
enable dialing through a pabx.
This is the first or second SMS telephone number
following Modem Enable parameter.

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Program Group: Calibration Parameters


These parameters adjust measurement calibration of the unit. Manual calibration is also allowed.
During calibration, measurements to be calibrated are also visualized.
Parameter Definition

Unit

Mains Voltage L1 Calibration

Mains Voltage L2 Calibration

Mains Voltage L3 Calibration

Genset Voltage L1
Calibration
Genset Voltage L2
Calibration
Genset Voltage L3
Calibration
Genset Current L1
Calibration
Genset Current L2
Calibration
Genset Current L3
Calibration
Active power calibration
Power factor calibration
Battery voltage calibration

Fac.Set Description
Adjusts the measurement of mains voltage of phase
760
L1
Adjusts the measurement of mains voltage of phase
760
L2
Adjusts the measurement of mains voltage of phase
760
L3
Adjusts the measurement of genset voltage of phase
760
L1
Adjusts the measurement of genset voltage of phase
760
L2
Adjusts the measurement of genset voltage of phase
760
L3
Adjusts the measurement of genset current of phase
6360
L1
Adjusts the measurement of genset current of phase
6360
L2
Adjusts the measurement of genset current of phase
6360
L3
14800 Total active power measurement calibration.
172
Power factor measurement calibration.
139
Battery voltage measurement calibration.

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14. TROUBLESHOOTING
The genset operates while AC mains are OK or continues to operate after AC mains are OK:
-Check engine body grounding.
-AC mains voltages may be outside programmed
programmed limits, measure the phase voltages.
-Check
Check the AC voltage readings by pressing the MENU button.
-Upper
Upper and lower limits of the mains voltages may be too tight. Check the parameters Mains Voltage
Low Limit and Mains Voltage
ge High Limit.
Limit Standard values are 170/270 volts.
-The
The hysteresis voltage may be given to excessive. The standard value is 8 volts.

AC voltages or frequency displayed on the unit are not correct:


-Check
Check engine body grounding, it is necessary.
-The
The error margin of the unit is +/+/ 3 volts.
-If
If there are faulty measurements only when the engine is running, there may be a faulty charging
alternator or voltage regulator on the engine. Disconnect the charging alternator connection of the
engine and check if the error is removed.
-If there are faulty measurements only when mains are present, then the battery charger may be
failed. Turn off the rectifier fuse and check again.

Phase-to-Phase
Phase AC voltages are not correct although Phase to Neutral voltages
voltages are correct:
-Incorrect
Incorrect phase order. Please connect phase voltages in the correct order.

KW and cos readings are faulty although the Amp readings are correct:
-Current
Current transformers are not connected to the correct inputs or some of the CTs are connected with
reverse polarity. Determine the correct connections of each individual CT in order to obtain correct KW
and cos for the related phase, and then connect all CTs.
Short circuit the outputs of unused Current Transformers.

When the AC mains fails the unit energizes the fuel solenoid, but does not start and OIL
PRESSURE EXISTS ! message is displayed:
displayed
The unit is not supplied with battery (-)
( voltage at the oil pressure input.
-Oil
Oil pressure switch not connected.
-Oil pressure switch connection wire cut.
-Oil pressure switch faulty.
-Oil
Oil pressure switch closes too lately. If oil pressure switch closes, the unit will start. Optionally oil
pressure switch may be replaced.

The engine does not run after the first start attempt, then the unit does not start again and OIL
PRESSURE EXISTS ! message is displayed:
-The
The oil pressure switch closes very lately. As the unit senses an oil pressure, it does not start. When
oil pressure switch closes the unit will start. Optionally the oil pressure switch may be replaced.

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When the AC mains fails, the engine starts to run but the unit gives START FAIL alarm and
then the engine stops:
-The generator phase voltages are not connected to the unit. Measure the AC voltage between
terminals GEN L1-L2-L3 and Generator Neutral at the rear of the unit while the engine is running. A
fuse protecting the generator phases may be failed. A misconnection may be occurred. If everything
is OK, turn all the fuses off, and then turn all the fuses on, starting from the DC supply fuse. Then test
the unit again.

The unit is late to remove engine cranking:


-The generator voltage rises lately. Also the generator remnant voltage is below 20 volts. The unit
removes starting with the generator frequency, and needs at least 20 volts to measure the frequency.
If this situation is to be avoided, the only solution is to add an auxiliary relay. The coil of the relay will
be between BATTERY (-) and charging alternator D+ terminal. The normally closed contact of the
relay will be connected serially to the unit's START output. So the starting will also be removed when
the D+ pulls to battery positive.

The unit is inoperative:


Measure the DC-supply voltage between terminals 19 and 22 at the rear of the unit. If OK, turn all the
fuses off, then turn all the fuses on, starting from the DC supply fuse. Then test the unit again.

Programming mode can not be entered:


The program lock input disables programming mode entry. Disconnect the program lock input from
battery negative before modification. Do not forget to make this connection again to prevent
unauthorized program modifications.

Some program parameters are skipped:


These parameters are reserved for factory setting and cannot be modified.

AUTO led flashes and the genset does not run when mains fail:
The unit is in Weekly Schedule OFF time. Please check date and time setting of the unit. Please
check also Weekly Schedule program parameters.

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15. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY


The unit conforms to the EU directives
-2006/95/EC (low voltage)
-2004/108/EC (electro-magnetic compatibility)
Norms of reference:
EN 61010 (safety requirements)
EN 61326 (EMC requirements)
The CE mark indicates that this product complies with the European requirements for safety,
health environmental and customer protection.

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16. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS


Alternator voltage: 0 to 300 V-AC Phase to Neutral (0 to 520 V-AC Phase to Phase)
Alternator frequency: 0-100 Hz.
Mains voltage: 0 to 300 V-AC Phase to Neutral (0 to 520 V-AC Phase to Phase)
Mains frequency: 0-100 Hz.
DC Supply range: 9.0 VDC to 30.0 VDC
Cranking dropouts: survives 0 V for 100ms
Typical stand-by current consumption: 130 mADC.
Maximum current consumption: 250 mADC.
Generator/mains contactor outputs: 16 A @ 250 VAC.
DC outputs: 1A @ 28 VDC. Protected semiconductor outputs.
Charge alternator excitation current: min 150 mADC @ 10 to 30 VDC.
Current inputs: from current transformers, .../5A. Max load 0.7VA per phase.
Digital inputs: input voltage 0 - 30 VDC. Internally connected to battery positive via 4700 ohm resistor.
Analog inputs: Resistor input 0 to 5000 ohms connected to the battery negative. Sources 10 mA when
closed to battery negative.
Measurement category: CAT II
Air category: Pollution degree II
Communication port: RS-232. 9600 bauds, no parity, 1 stop bit.
Operating temperature range: -20C to +70C (-4 F to +158 F)
Storage temperature range: -40C to +80C (-40 F to +176 F)
Maximum humidity: 95%, non-condensing
Dimensions: 165x125x48mm (WxHxD)
Panel Cut-out dimensions: 151 x 111mm minimum.
Weight: 350 g (approx.)
Case material: High temperature, self extinguishing ABS/PC (UL94-V0)
IP protection: IP65 from front panel, IP30 from the rear

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15. CONNECTION DIAGRAM

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