Egcp3 MC
Egcp3 MC
Egcp3 MC
EGCP-3
Engine Generator Control Package
Manual 26195B
WARNING
Read this entire manual and all other publications pertaining to the work to be
performed before installing, operating, or servicing this equipment. Practice all
plant and safety instructions and precautions. Failure to follow instructions can
cause personal injury and/or property damage.
The engine, turbine, or other type of prime mover should be equipped with an
overspeed shutdown device to protect against runaway or damage to the prime
mover with possible personal injury, loss of life, or property damage.
The overspeed shutdown device must be totally independent of the prime mover
control system. An overtemperature or overpressure shutdown device may also be
needed for safety, as appropriate.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to a control system that uses an alternator or battery-charging
device, make sure the charging device is turned off before disconnecting the
battery from the system.
IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS
WARNING—indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
NOTE—provides other helpful information that does not fall under the warning or
caution categories.
Woodward Governor Company reserves the right to update any portion of this publication at any time. Information
provided by Woodward Governor Company is believed to be correct and reliable. However, no responsibility is
assumed by Woodward Governor Company unless otherwise expressly undertaken.
© Woodward 2002
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2. Avoid the build-up of static electricity on your body by not wearing clothing
made of synthetic materials. Wear cotton or cotton-blend materials as much
as possible because these do not store static electric charges as much as
synthetics.
4. Do not remove the printed circuit board (PCB) from the control cabinet
unless absolutely necessary. If you must remove the PCB from the control
cabinet, follow these precautions:
• When replacing a PCB, keep the new PCB in the plastic antistatic
protective bag it comes in until you are ready to install it. Immediately
after removing the old PCB from the control cabinet, place it in the
antistatic protective bag.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to electronic components caused by improper handling,
read and observe the precautions in Woodward manual 82715, Guide for
Handling and Protection of Electronic Controls, Printed Circuit Boards, and
Modules.
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Chapter 1.
General Information
Introduction
This manual describes the Woodward EGCP-3 Engine Generator Control
Package, Master Control (MC) model, part number 8406-114. It provides
description, operation, tuning, and troubleshooting information for EGCP-3 MC
digital controls. The details on installation, wiring, communication, Regulatory
Notes and Warnings are in the EGCP-3 Installation Manual 26122. The EGCP-
3 MC is intended for power generator applications where multiple EGCP-3s will
control generators that supply buses, which can operate in parallel with a Utility
(Mains). The EGCP-3 MC can perform start/stop commands, monitor group and
mains breaker status and control real and reactive load operation of any EGCP-3
LoadShare (LS) control. The EGCP-3 MC can control the operation of up to 15
gensets, which can be located on multiple bus segments and will coordinate with
other MC controls for multiple utility tie bus configurations.
WARNING
Protective Earth (PE) must be connected to the termination point on the
backside of the unit next to the label with the symbol (or 1 of 3 other
like termination points without label) to reduce the risk of electric shock.
This connection will be made using a thread-forming screw. The conductor
providing the connection must have a properly sized ring lug and wire larger
than or equal to 4 mm² (12 AWG).
WARNING
The calibration and checkout procedure should only be performed by
authorized personnel knowledgeable of the risks posed by live electrical
equipment.
WARNING
The installation must include the following:
• The power supply mains should be properly fused according to the
installation instructions and the appropriate wiring requirements.
• A switch or circuit breaker must be included in the building installation
in close proximity to the equipment and within easy reach of the
operator, and must be clearly marked as the disconnecting device for
the equipment. The switch or circuit breaker will only remove power to
the unit—hazardous voltages may still be connected to other terminals
on the unit.
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Application Overview
The EGCP-3 MC is a microprocessor-based control designed to supervise and
control switchgear and gensets operated by EGCP-3 LS units. The MC is a field
configurable control, which allows a single design to be used in many different
power generation configurations and eliminates the need for extensive PLC
supervisory control systems. It used menu driven software to instruct site
engineers on programming the control to a specific bus/utility configuration. The
MC is designed to be the interface between the utility and the local plant.
MC Features
Communications
Remote monitoring equipment can be interfaced to the MC with Modbus or
Woodward ServLink tools. Three serial communications ports are available on
the MC. Two of these ports are dedicated for Modbus or ServLink and the third is
configurable for either interface. All functions performed and parameters
monitored by the front panel, as well as additional configurables, are available
through the three serial ports. These ports can be configured to use with
Woodward Watch Window software or an external HMI with Modbus
communication, or ServLink DDE software.
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For the bus and mains the following power parameters are calculated:
• Frequency (Hz)
• AC Voltage (Vac)
• Phase and Total Current (Amps)
• Phase and Total PF
• Real Power (W)
• Reactive Power (VAR)
• Apparent Power (VA)
• Current and Voltage Phase Angle
• Voltage harmonics
• Current harmonics
• Total Harmonic Distortion (Voltage and Current)
• Negative Phase Sequence Voltage (Vac)
• Negative Phase Sequence Current (Amps)
Additionally the energy at the utility PT’s and CT’s is calculated for:
• Import and Export kW-Hours
• Import and Export kVAR-Hours
• Import and Export kVA-Hours
Protective Relaying
Industrial grade protective relaying functionality can be configured for both bus
and mains parameters (i.e. Over Current, Under Voltage). Time delay, and
separate warning and trip thresholds can be configured. Current based
protections can also be coordinated with external protective equipment by
adjusting the available ANSI/IEEE C37.112 Very Inverse curve used in all current
protection functions. The complete list of the MC’s protective relays and their
functionality is provided in the Protective Relaying Chapter.
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Load Demand level operation is dependant on the imported apparent power (VA)
level through the mains breaker. The demand level is filtered by a configurable
lowpass filter and then passed to the demand logic. Two start levels and one
stop level are available. If the demand becomes larger than the demand start
level, the MC will initiate its demand start timer. If the demand remains above the
start level when the timer expires, the MC will start one of the LS units in its
control. There is also an instant demand level. If the demand becomes higher
than this level, the MC will ignore the timer and immediately start the next LS
unit. The LS units will run at the selected load mode and level of the MC
(BaseLoad or Process). When the mains import falls below the demand stop
level the MC will initiate the demand timer. If the demand is still below the stop
level when the timer expires, one of the LS units will be stopped. For more
information on peaking and demand operation, see Chapter 16.
Sequencing
The MC control can initiate two different start or stop commands based on the
current control situation. For most control operations the MC will issue a START
ALL or STOP ALL command, which will start all LS units in its control. For load
demand starts, the MC will issue a START REQUEST or STOP REQUEST,
which will start/stop a single LS unit. If the MC is not in control (LS units are
controlling load without the mains (ATS)) or if the MC is in process control, the
LS units will sequence themselves based on the Run Time Manager and their
load levels. For more information on the sequencing feature of the MC, see
Chapter 14.
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The MC also has a Load Shed feature. Three load shed digital outputs can be
configured to remove sections of load from the bus if under frequency and under
voltage conditions occur or if ZPT does not occur. The details of ATS
functionality are explained extensively in Chapter 17.
Control Overview
Synchronizer
The EGCP-3 MC control uses digital signal processing techniques to derive both
true RMS voltages and the relative phase of the fundamental frequencies of the
bus and mains voltage wave forms. Digital signal processing techniques offer
significantly improved measurement accuracy in the presence of waveform
distortions, particularly since the phase measurement does not depend on zero
crossings of the waveforms.
Phase matching controls the bus frequency to give zero speed error and
minimize phase error between the mains and bus; this provides rapid
synchronizing for critical standby power applications. Slip-frequency
synchronizing guarantees a fixed speed difference between bus and the mains.
For both synchronizing methods, the MC control uses actual slip frequency and
breaker delay values to anticipate a minimum phase difference between bus and
mains at actual breaker closure.
The MC control provides digital inputs to allow raising or lowering the internal
BaseLoad or Process reference and a 4–20 mA (or 1–5 Vdc) analog input for
remote load setpoint. Loading and unloading rates are available for smooth
adjustment of both load reference and load command and these ramping rates
can be set to zero any time the Ramp Pause digital input is activated.
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Process Control
A process controller is provided for cogeneration, import/export control,
temperature maintenance, pressure maintenance, or other applications. An
adjustable bandwidth input filter, flexible controller adjustments, an adjustable
deadband, and direct or indirect control action, allow the process control to be
used in a wide variety of applications.
A 4–20 mA (or 1–5 Vdc) process transmitter provides the process signal to the
EGCP-3 control. The control includes an internal digital process reference which
may be controlled by raise and lower switch contact inputs or by an external 4–
20 mA (or 1–5 Vdc) remote process reference, or by a Modbus or ServLink
communication interface. The output of the process control provides a load
reference to the Real Load controller.
Adjustable ramps allow smooth entry to or exit from the process control mode.
When the process control mode is selected, an adjustable ramp moves the load
reference in a direction to reduce the process control error. When the error is
minimized, or the reference first reaches either the specified high or low load
pick-up limits, the process controller is activated. When a minimum or maximum
limit is reached, the control will hold the load reference at that limit until process
input is returned to a level for safe operation.
When unloading from the process control, an adjustable unload ramp provides
time controlled unloading to the unload trip level. When load reaches the unload
trip level, the EGCP-3 control automatically issues a group breaker open
command or a Stop all command to remove the LS units from the system. The
ramp pause switch input allows holding of the load ramp for cool-down or warm-
up purposes.
Additional functions include selectable and adjustable process high and low limit
switches and alarm activation.
VAR/PF Control
The VAR/PF functions control the reactive power component exported or
imported to the system mains. The reactive load mode can be configured for
VAR or PF control. The controller compares the measured reactive load with an
adjustable internal reference and makes corrections to the PF command sent to
the LS units until the desired reactive power is obtained. The reactive power level
can be maintained while also controlling real load through the mains breaker.
The MC control also provides switch inputs to allow raising or lowering the
reactive load reference, and provides a 4–20 mA (or 1–5 Vdc) analog input for
remote VAR/PF setpoint control, if desired. The kVAR/PF reference can also be
set through a Modbus or ServLink DDE communication interface.
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Chapter 2.
Front Panel Operator Interface
Introduction
The EGCP-3 Operator Interface is designed for simplicity and redundancy of
function in all operating modes. Two backlit LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screens
are used to display various operating and status information to the operator, as
well as for configuration of setpoints. This chapter is intended to show the
operation of and features available though the EGCP-3 display. The function of
the configurable items shown here are described in more detail in following
chapter(s).
NOTE
The EGCP-3 Operator Interface can only be used for unit configuration and
monitoring. Unit start/stop, sync, or mode selection commands cannot be
given through the EGCP-3’s front panel.
The unit’s front panel screens provide eight lines of status information, with the
option of displaying four lines of configuration or Alarm Log information. These
screens allow the user to monitor and tune related parameters at the same time.
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Keypad
ALARM / EVENT
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STATUS
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The STATUS KEY, when pressed, will put both left and
right LCD into the monitor display mode. The status displays provide information
about different items of MC operation. See the STATUS MENU keys, below for
details on the various status keys. There are no adjustment values in the status
display mode. The left screen portion of the active status screen will remain for
monitoring when the Alarm or Configure mode is selected. The Scroll Up, and
Scroll Down are the only navigation keys active in the Status mode,
CONFIG
...
The CONFIG KEY will send the right hand LCD into the
configuration mode, and if not already entered, ask a security code to be
entered. After a proper code is entered, the Configuration menu items will be
displayed in the right hand screen. Status information will continue to be
displayed in the left hand screen. Since there are various menu items and
adjustments in the configuration menu, a blinking cursor is provided in the right
hand display to indicate the value may be adjusted.
Alarm/Event Keys
ALARM CLEAR
SCROLL
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ESC
ENTER
SYSTEM
ENGINE
GEN
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I/O
Press the I/O STATUS key to display the status of all the
discrete inputs and outputs, as well as information on analog inputs and outputs
and communication ports. There are three I/O status screens.
SYNC
KW LOAD
PF / KVAR
SEQUENCE
ATS
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Navigation Procedure
The following drawings detail a step-by-step procedure for navigating through the
EGCP-3 software. Additionally, the typical display entries seen at each step are
shown. The cursor position is shown with an Underline of the first letter in the
active line. Stepping through this example will give the user a quick feel for the
display and keypad operation.
KW LOAD
SYNC
CONFIG
SECURITY CODE
... synchronizer status ****
ENTER
SECURITY CODE
_ 0
+ +
SCROLL synchronizer status ----------------------------------------------------
ENTER SECURITY CODE
ENTER
First Time Startup
Shutdowns and Alarms
synchronizer status Bus Protection
Mains Protection
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Digital Inputs
Digital Outputs
SCROLL synchronizer status Analog Outputs
Analog Inputs
Digital Inputs
Digital Outputs
SCROLL synchronizer status Analog Outputs
Analog Inputs
ENTER
>AO 1 Function
>AO 1 High Cal Value
synchronizer status >AO 1 Low Cal Value
>AO 2 Function
>AO 1 Function
SCROLL >AO 1 High Cal Value
synchronizer status >AO 1 Low Cal Value
>AO 2 Function
>AO 1 Function
>AO 1 High Cal Value
SCROLL synchronizer status >AO 1 Low Cal Value
>AO 2 Function
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ENTER
>AO 1 Function
>AO 1 High Cal Value
synchronizer status >AO 1 Low Cal Value
>AO 2 Function
>AO 1 Function
>AO 1 High Cal Value
SCROLL synchronizer status >AO 1 Low Cal Value
>AO 2 Function
ESC
>AO 1 Function
>AO 1 High Cal Value
synchronizer status >AO 1 Low Cal Value
>AO 2 Function
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ALARM / EVENT
BUS PHASE DIFF CURR
01-MAY-01 11:32:54.5
input/output status GRP BKR FEEDBACK ERR
22-APR-01 16:12:33.3
KW LOAD
BUS PHASE DIFF CURR
01-MAY-01 11:32:54.5
kw load status
GRP BKR FEEDBACK ERR
22-APR-01 16:12:33.3
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STATUS
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The historical alarm log is kept in non-volatile memory and will be stored if
control power is lost. The active alarm list is saved only in volatile memory and
will be cleared on loss control power input.
Active Alarms
The ALARM/EVENT key provides access the MC’s active alarm event log. When
the ALARM/EVENT KEY is pressed once on the MC’s keypad, the right hand
LCD screen will switch to display the first two active alarms and the time the
event occurred. Pressing the SCROLL DOWN key will page down to the next
pair of events, until End of List is displayed after the final alarm. Pressing the Up
Scroll key will page up to the previous pair of events. A maximum of 100 events
is allowed in the active alarm list.
When no active alarms are present, pressing the ALARM/EVENT KEY will
display the following:
S T A T U S
D I S P L A Y N o n e R e c o r d e d
Current Alarm/Events
If an active alarm is present the display will show the type of alarm and the date
and time which it occurred.
A L A RM N AM E
S T A T U S Y Y / MM / D D H H : MM : S S
D I S P L A Y A L A RM N A M E
Y Y / MM / D D H H : MM : S S
Current Alarm/Events
The ALARM CLEAR KEY is used to acknowledge and reset alarm events from
the current event status list. When pressed, this key will acknowledge all alarms
in the Current Alarm/Event List by silencing (turning off) the AUDIBLE ALARM
output (if present). When pressed a second time, the alarm will be reset. If the
event was latching an associated control action(s), the latch will also be cleared
from the control logic thus allowing that action to continue (if appropriate).
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The alarm will not be cleared from the active list unless operator or greater
security access has been entered into the control. In the event that an alarm is
still active, it will not be cleared from the alarm list even with security access.
WARNING
The unit may enable a start unintentionally if a fault, which caused the units
to shut down, is cleared and the operating mode is enabled for Automatic
Starting. Before clearing the fault, check the cause of the fault, in order to
protect operating personnel located in the vicinity against injuries, and to
protect gensets against unintentional damage.
⇒ If the cause of the fault is not known or is unclear, NEVER press the
ALARM CLEAR KEY.
To enter a clear command, it is necessary to press the CLEAR ALARM key, wait
two seconds, and then press CLEAR ALARM again. If another alarm has
occurred during this two second wait period, the new alarm will be
acknowledged, but no alarms(s) will be cleared. Another press of the CLEAR
ALARM key is now required to clear the alarm list, and reset the alarm(s). There
is no maximum wait time for the alarm clear function. Once the CLEAR ALARM
key is pressed, the second ALARM CLEAR can occur any time (provided there
are no new alarms), the list will be cleared, and the alarm(s) will be reset.
Historical Alarms
Pressing the ALARM/EVENT KEY twice accesses the historical alarm list. The
top line of the right display will indicate ALARM HISTORY when the history log is
being displayed. If the ALARM/EVENT KEY is pressed again, the display will
return to showing the active alarm list.
Pressing the SCROLL DOWN key will page down to the next event and the time
and date of occurrence. Pressing the SCROLL UP key will page up to the
previous event.
The events displayed are arranged in a first in, last out (FILO) order. The most
recent events will appear at the top of the list, followed by older events. If the
total number of events exceeds 100, the oldest events will be dropped off the list.
Events are never cleared from the history log until the log becomes full. The
history log is saved in non-volatile memory so the equipment owner can always
see past events. A sample of a historical alarm is shown below:
A L A R M H I S T OR Y
S T A T U S
D I S P L A Y A L A R M N A ME
Y Y / MM/ D D H H : MM: S S
History Log
The ALARM CLEAR KEY has no effect when viewing the History Log.
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Status Menus
There are nine status menus in the EGCP-3 to be used for monitoring and
troubleshooting. The status keys on the face of the EGCP-3 can be used to
access these menus where information is dynamically updated about every 200
milliseconds (ms). The status menus are used to display all of the inputs and
outputs of the control and the associated modes of operation for the control.
All status screens include a wrap-around feature when more than one page of
data is available. Upon reaching the last page of data, pressing the scroll down
arrow key again will cause the EGCP-3 to wrap-around and display the first page
again. Likewise, if the first page is being displayed and the Scroll up key is
pressed, the last page will then be displayed.
System Status
When the EGCP-3 is initially powered up, it will default to the System Status
Screen 1. Below is an example of what the Screen may look like. The System
Status Screen can be accessed while in any other status screen by pressing the
SYSTEM key.
A l a r m s : 1 U N I T : 1 6 k W : 0 0 . 0 H z
M A I N S ―― B U S ―― P F : 1 . 0 0 L G
M o d e : A U T O B a t t e r y V o l t s : 2 4 . 0 V
S t a t e : A U T O H H : MM d d - mm m y y y y
System Status #1
State: Shows the state of the MC unit as a whole. Display shows how/why
units were started.
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KW: The total kW load on the mains. Note: The display will put a
blank, k, or M as the first letter so that the units appear as W, kW
or MW for the displayed value.
Hz: The frequency of the mains in Hertz (Hz).
PF: The average three phase power factor of the mains set.
HH:MM: Time of Day (24 hour clock format)
dd-mmm: Date with two digits for the day and three letters for the month.
yyyy: Four digit year.
Battery Volts: Battery Voltage in Volts dc.
System Status Screen #2 contains mains import and export power meters as
measured by the mains sensors.
M A I NS I MP O R T MA I N S E X P OR T
k W- h r s 0 . 0 0 0 0 k W - h r s 0 . 0 0 0 0
k V A R - h r s 0 . 0 0 0 0 k V A R - h r s 0 . 0 0 0 0
k V A - h r s 0 . 0 0 0 0 k V A - h r s 0 . 0 0 0 0
System Status #2
MAINS IMPORT: This screen shows the accumulated total power that has
been imported from the mains. During export, this value
does not change.
MAINS EXPORT: This screen shows the accumulated total power that has
been exported to the mains. During import, this value does
not change.
kW-Hrs: The total accumulated kW hours measured on the mains
bus.
KVA-Hrs: The total accumulated kVA hours measured on the mains
bus.
KVAR-Hrs: The total accumulated kVAR-hours measured on the mains
bus.
Engine Status
There is no Engine parameter information available in MC units.
MA S T E R U N I T
NO E N GI N E S T A T U S
Engine Status #1
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B U S 9 9 9 9 9 k V A M A I N S 9 9 9 9 9 k V A
9 9 9 9 9 V L L 9 9 9 9 9 kW 9 9 9 9 9 V L L 9 9 9 9 9 k W
9 9 9 9 9 V L N 9 9 9 9 9 k V R 9 9 9 . 9 V L N 9 9 9 . 9 k V R
9 9 9 9 9 A P F : 0 . 9 9 L G 9 9 9 9 9 A P F : 0 . 9 9 L G
Generator Status #1
Generator Screen #2 is the electric power measurements for the BUS three-
phase power sensor.
B U S A ∅ B ∅ C ∅ A ∅ B ∅ C ∅ B U S
k V A 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 V L L
k W 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 A
k V R 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 1 . 0 L G 1 . 0 L G 1 . 0 L G P F
Generator Status #2
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Generator Screen #3 is the electric power measurements for the MAINS three-
phase power sensor.
M A I N S A ∅ B ∅ C ∅ A ∅ B ∅ C ∅ M A I N S
k V A 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 V L L
k W 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 A
k V R 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 1 . 0 L G 1 . 0 L G 1 . 0 L G P F
Generator Status #3
Generator Screen #4 is the Harmonics screen for both power sources: MAINS
and BUS.
NOTE
The local display only shows the current harmonics, all voltage harmonics
are shown in the Watch Window software, and are available through Modbus
or ServLink.
I - T H D V - T H D 3 R D 4 T H 5 T H
B U S 1 0 0 . 0 1 9 . 9 9 B U S 9 . 9 9 0 . 9 9 9 . 9 9
M A I N S 9 9 . 9 9 9 9 . 9 9 MA I N S 9 . 9 9 0 . 9 9 9 . 9 9
C U R R E N T H A R M O N I C S
Generator Status #4
Generator Screen #5 is the second Harmonics screen for both power sources:
BUS and MAINS.
6 T H 7 T H 9 T H 1 1 T H 1 3 T H
B U S 9 . 9 9 0 . 9 9 9 9 . 9 B U S 9 . 9 9 0 . 9 9
MA I N S 9 . 9 9 0 . 9 9 9 9 . 9 MA I N S 9 . 9 9 0 . 9 9
C U R R E N T H A R M O N I C S C U R R E N T H A R M O N I C S
Generator Status #5
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6TH: Sixth Harmonic in percent
7TH: Seventh Harmonic in percent
9TH: Ninth Harmonic in percent
11TH: Eleventh Harmonic in percent
13TH: Thirteenth Harmonic in percent
B U S M A I N S
N e g∅ S e q : 9 9 9 9 9 V N e g ∅ S e q : 9 9 9 9 9 V
N e g∅ S e q : 9 9 9 9 9 A N e g ∅ S e q : 9 9 9 9 9 A
I - TH D 9 9 9 V - T H D 9 9 9 I - T H D 9 9 9 V - T H D 9 9 9
Generator Status #6
Generator Status Screen #7 contains the three phase power measurements from
the MAINS sensors. This is a repeat for Generator Status Screen #3 except that
L-N values are used.
M A I N S A ∅ B ∅ C ∅ A ∅ B ∅ C ∅ B U S
k V A 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 V L N
k W 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 A
k V R 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 1 . 0 L G 1 . 0 L G 1 . 0 L G P F
Generator Status #7
Generator Screen #8 is the electric power overview for the BUS three-phase
power sensor. This is a repeat for Generator Status Screen #2 except that L-N
values are used.
B U S A ∅ B ∅ C ∅ A ∅ B ∅ C ∅ B U S
k V A 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 V L N
k W 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 A
k V R 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 1 . 0 L G 1 . 0 L G 1 . 0 L G P F
Generator Status #8
D I S C R E T E I / O P F Cm d : 0 . 0 0
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 L o a d C md : 0 . 0 0
X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X I N L o a d R e f : ―――%
X X X X X X X X X X X X ―――― OU T L D Mo d e : OF F
I/O Status #1
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NOTE
0 = Input # 10, the 1-6 to the right of 0 are 1 = Input #11, 2 = input #12, etc.
I/O Status Screen #2 contains analog I/O. The left screen indicates the actual
mA value of the Analog Output 1– 4 at the I/O terminal, and Analog Input 1-4 in
mA or voltage (as configured for each input) at the terminal strip. The right
screen gives the scaled value for the inputs.
NOTE
The right screen labels can be configured in WW to read any ASCII character
so may not read ANALOG IN 1, ANALOG IN 2, etc.
O U T 1 : 1 9 . 9 9 I N 1 : 1 9 . 9 9 A N A L O G I N 1 0 . 0 0
O U T 2 : 1 9 . 9 9 I N 2 : 1 9 . 9 9 A N A L O G I N 2 0 . 0 0
O U T 3 : 1 9 . 9 9 I N 3 : 1 9 . 9 9 A N A L O G I N 3 - 1 5 . 0 0
O U T 4 : 1 9 . 9 9 I N 4 : 1 9 . 9 9 A N A L O G I N 4 - 1 . 0 5
I/O Status #2
C o m P o r t 1 : N O R MA L T I E B U S M A I N S
C o m P o r t 2 : N O R MA L W X Y Z A B C D OP E N
C o m P o r t 3 : N O R MA L X X
L O N S t a t u s : N O R MA L G e n B r e k e r : OP E N
I/O Status #3
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TIE: The status of each tie breaker (W, X, Y, and Z) is indicated. ‘X’
means it is closed, and ‘ ‘ (blank) means it is open.
BUS: The status of each bus segment (A, B, C, and D) is indicated
where ‘X’ means it is part of the active bus and ‘ ‘ (blank) means
it is not included.
MAINS: Indicates the position of the Mains breaker.
Grp Breaker: Indicates the position of the Group breaker, OPEN or CLOSED.
If a group breaker is not configured, it will show (---)
S l i p P h a s e V o l t s S y n c h r o : OF F
9 . 9 9 H z 1 8 0 . 0 1 0 0 . 0 % V B : 9 9 . 9 % S B : 9 9 . 9 %
- - - - - - B u s A v g : 9 9 9 9 9 V L N
Ma i n s D e a d ? T r u e M a i n A v g : 9 9 9 9 9 V L N
Synchronizer Status #1
NOTE
The synchronizer displays **** in the place of values for Slip, Phase, and
Volts when the synchronizer is inactive or off.
Synchronizer Status Screen #2 contains timing status data on the right screen
and status data repeated from Synchronizer Status #1. Pressing the Scroll Up
key pages up to Synchronizer Status Screen #1. Pressing the Scroll Down also
pages to the Synchronizer Status Screen #1 since there are only two screens.
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S l i p P h a s e V o l t s S y n c h r o OF F
9 9 . 9 H Z 9 9 . 9 9 9 . 9 % S t a t e : M A I N S T I ME R
- - - - - - A t t e m p t # 0
T i m e o u t : 0 s e c
Synchronizer Status #2
M a i n s L o a d : 0 . 0 KW P r o c A c t u a l : 0 . 0 0 0 %
L o a d R e f : - - - P r o c e s s R e f : 0 . 0 0 0 %
D e ma n d : 0 . 0 k V A L D M o d e : O F F
M a x D e ma n d : 0 . 0 V A S t a t e : OF F
KW Load Status #1
Mains Load: Real power sensed at the mains. The display will put a blank,
k, or M as the first letter so that the units appear as W, kW, or
MW for the displayed value.
Load Ref: The current load reference for the MC. The display will put a
blank, k, or M as the first letter so that the units appear as W,
kW, or MW for the displayed value.
Demand: Demand level in VA at mains.
Max Demand: Demand tattletale value in VA (peak value of demand, import
takes precedence over export).
NOTE
For all load and demand values. Export will have a positive value. Import will
have a negative value.
System Load: Percent of total rated capacity of all generators on the LON
network.
Proc Actual: The actual process level as seen by the EGCP-3. Units are
percent of rated process.
Process Ref: The process reference for the process control. Its source is
from; an internal setpoint, or an external devise, determined by
the control configuration. Units are in percent of rated process.
Load Mode: The current load control mode in operation.
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D M D : 0 . 0 k V A K V A S w i t c h : OF F
Ma x D M D : 0 . 0 k V A D em a n d T i m e r : - - -
T o t a l D M D : 0 . 0 k V A
T OT Ma x D M D : 0 . 0 k V A N o S c h e d u l e
KW Load Status #2
KW Load Status Screen #3 contains the total load reference for all LS’s online,
the current system load as well as the load shed status of all three priority
loadsheds.
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L OA D R E F E R E N C E L o a d S h e d S t a t u s
0 . 0 W 0 . 0 % P r i o r i t y 1 : N O N E
S Y S T E M L OA D P r i o r i t y 2 : N O N E
0 . 0 W 0 . 0 % P r i o r i t y 3 : N O N E
KW Load Status #3
Load Reference: The load reference for the generator(s). Both the power
value and the percent load reference send to LS units on
LON.
System Load: Shows both the power value and the percent load of the
active bus from LON.
Priority#: There are 3 priority levels for load shed. None, some, or
all may be configured. If not configured, it will show
NONE. If configured, the state is either SHED to indicate
it was Shed or ON-LINE to indicate it is still being
served.
KW Load Status Screen #4 contains the total load of all LS units, the bus, this
MC’s mains and all MC’s mains in real power units. The online capacity in real
power units as well as the active and reserve units.
G e n L o a d : 0 . 0 k W On l i n e C a p : 0 . 0 W
B u s L o a d : 0 . 0 k W # Of f l i n e U n i t s : 0
M N S L o a d : 0 . 0 k W # On l i n e U n i t s : 0
T O TM N S L o a d : 0 . 0 k W
KW Load Status #4
M o d e : P F C ON T R OL B U S MAI N S
S t a t e : R A MP I N G 0 . 9 9 L G 1 . 0 0 L D
P F R e f : 0 . 9 9 L G 2 0 . 8 k V A R - 4 . 3 k V A R
V A R R e f : - - - PF C md : 0 . 9 9
KVAR/PF Status #1
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PF REF: The PF control reference value for the control. This field will
show ‘– – –‘ if the control is using VAR or Remote control
modes. The display shows LAG or LEAD as appropriate.
VAR REF: The VAR control reference value for the control. This field will
show ‘– – –‘ if the control is using PF or Remote control
modes. The display will put a blank, k, or M as the first letter
so that the units appear as VAR, kVAR, or MVAR for the
displayed value.
PF: The average three phase PF of the bus or mains. The display
shows LAG or LEAD depending on the power factor detected.
KVAR: The total VAR reading for the bus or mains. The display will
put a blank, k, or M as the first letter so that the units appear
as VAR, kVAR, or MVAR for the displayed value.
PF Cmd: PF command sent to the LON.
U n i t : 1 S t a t e : OF F N e x t On : 1
M a i n s B r e a k e r : C L OS E D N e x t Of f : 0
G r o u p B r e a k e r : C L OS E D
B U S : A # U n i t s On L o a d : 1
Sequence Status #1
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S e g U n i t s : 1 T I E B U S M A I N S
S t a r t R e a d y U n i t s : 0 WX Y Z A B C D C L OS E D
S t o p R e a d y U n i t s : 0 X X X
L S Un i t s : 0 N e t U n i t s : 1
Sequence Status #2
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M A I N S : + + B U S : - - M a i n s D e a d ? F a l s e
M a i n s B r e a k e r : C L OS E D T o t a l D e l a y : 5 s e c
G r p B r e a k e r : OP E N M o d e : C L O S E D T R A N S
S y n c h r o : R U N / A U T O S t a t e : S T A R T I N G
ATS Status #1
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ATS Status Screen #2 contains breaker and synchronization data on the left
screen. On the right screen is advanced transition timing.
M A I N S : + + B U S : - - B U S T i m e r : - - -
M a i n s B r e a k e r : C L OS E D M a i n s T i m e r : - - -
G r p B r e a k e r : OP E N L O M T i m e r : 0 s e c
T o t a l D e l a y : 5 s e c F a s t T i m e r : - - -
ATS Status #2
Bus Timer: Countdown timer from Bus Stable Delay time. Will show ‘---‘
if not active.
Mains Timer: Countdown timer from Mains Stable Delay time. Will show ‘--
-‘ if not active.
LOM Timer: Countdown timer from Loss of Mains Delay time. Will show ‘-
--‘ if not active.
Fast Timer: Countdown timer from Fast Transfer Delay time. Will show ‘-
--‘ if not active.
Security Access
The EGCP-3 has built-in security to protect against configuration changes and
alarm log purges by unauthorized personnel. There are five levels of access to
the configuration menus. They are listed in the table below. Each successive
level has access to all of the levels above. A four-digit security code is required
for access to the configuration menus. If a proper code is not entered within 60
seconds, the display will default to the System Status display.
For security purposes, all passwords may be changed. In order to change any
password, you must log in at the Technician or Factory level. See Calibration
Menu for ability to change passwords.
Security access is cleared once the escape (ESC) key is pressed while at the
configuration menu screen. A password must be re-entered if accessed is again
desired. While in the configuration modes, the Status menus may be selected for
monitoring, then press CONFIG to return to configuration menus.
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To change an analog value or integer: Use the Left or Right Scroll key to move
the cursor to the position or digit in the number that is to be changed. Then use
the Up or Down scroll key to change that number. To change another digit in the
number, use the Left/Right key to move to the next digit/position to change. If a
value cannot be changed, it may be a its highest or lowest limit. Pressing the Up
key when the digit is at 9 will roll the value to 0, and the digit to the left will
increment. Pressing the Down key when a 0 is displayed will roll that digit to 9,
and the digit to the left will decrement. After all digits have been changed to the
desired value, press the ENTER key to save the value. To return to the last
saved value, and return to the previous menu list, press the ESC key.
Configuration Menus
For descriptions on the configuration menu and how it is used refer to Chapter 3
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Chapter 3.
Control Configuration
Introduction
The EGCP-3 MC must be configured before it can be used. All configuration
points that are necessary for standard operation are available from the front
panel display. These configuration points plus additional points are also available
by using Watch Window software through the ServLink communications serial
link. The additional configuration points enable additional features but are not
required for basic operation.
Below is the general format of the configuration menu and how to navigate once
inside:
Configuration Menu List: Cursor will blink over the first letter of the menu item
listed above. Press ESC to exit configuration mode. The Security code will have
to be re-entered to return to the configuration menu. Press ENTER to move to
the component menu.
Component Menu: There is a ‘>’ (greater than) symbol as the first character of
each item to be configured. Press ESC to return to the configure menu list, press
ENTER to change the value.
Component Value: The component name and its value will be shown. The third
and fourth line will display the language selected, and display CONFIGURATION
MENUS to flag the value-adjust screen. If the proper security code has not been
entered the value can be observed, but not changed. Press ESC to return to the
component menu.
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ENTER
First Time Startup
Engine Protection COMPONENT
Shutdowns and Alarms
ESC Generator Protection MENU
Mains Protection
Engine Protection
>LANGUAGE
.
>GEN CT RATIO
.
>GEN PT RATIO
.
>GEN SENSING TYPE
.
>GEN HW RANGE
.
. ENTER
.
CONFIGURATION >RATED GEN VAR Component
>RATED GEN W
MENU . Value
ESC .
. RATED GEN W
503.34 KW
ENGLISH
ENTER CONFIGURATION MENUS
Saves New Value OR
Return To Original
ESC
Value
The software will begin downloading the control information from the EGCP-3
MC. This process will take several minutes. When completed the downloading
screen will disappear and show an expandable control list. Save this net file for
future configuration.
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Once the .NET file has been saved open Watch Window. The Service and
Configure sheets in Watch Window are designed to mimic the front panel display
menu structure. This structure allows a user to utilize the Quick Configure feature
of Watch Window to create logical and manageable sheets (tabs) of parameters.
To create these sheets (menus), ‘click’ on the large Q near the left end of the
Windows Menu-bar. The table below indicates the sheets that will be created by
a Quick Configure agent. The agent will sort the Service sheets first followed by
the Configure sheets in order from left to right as shown top to bottom in the table
below. The window containing the Quick Configure sheets is referred to as an
Inspector Window. Multiple inspectors can be used at once. Customized
inspectors can be made by adding or deleting sheets, or parameter within a
sheet.
Parameters are separated in Configure and Service blocks. All parameters that
should not be changed while the MC is controlling LS’s are placed in Configure
blocks. Configure blocks require IO Lock to be set in order to allow changes in a
parameter. Many of the parameters in Watch Window Configure blocks are also
parameters in the First Time Startup menu on the front panel display.
Many of the Service sheets are intended to allow the user to monitor operation of
the bus and mains. The sheets named STATUS01 – STATUS10 will present
data that closely resembles the STATUS screens of the front panel.
There are additional configuration settings within many of the Quick Configure
tabs. They are inserted in a logical order together with the front panel content.
Service and Configure sheets and corresponding menu item(s) from the front
panel display are listed below. Those that do not have a matching front panel
menu are marked with ‘XX’ in the table below.
Parameter Descriptions
Within a given menu in the following sections, each parameter will be described
in detail. Separating each parameter will be a quick reference block like the one
shown below. Details for the parameter will follow the quick reference block.
The display name is the description used on the front panel display or in Watch
Window. The names may differ because the field is limited to 20 characters on
the display and 27 in Watch Window. Both interfaces use upper case for the
parameter name; the parameter value (when in text form) uses upper and lower
case. Numeric values may be shown as integer or real with appropriate
decimals. An “WW” in the WW column indicates that the item is only available in
Watch Window. “Min” and “Max” define the minimum and maximum values that
may be entered. The Default value is the value that this parameter will be when
shipped from the factory.
The Units column indicates the configuration units for a numerical parameter. For
items in electrical units, an asterisk (*) will precede the unit in the table. This
indicates that the units are variable (_, K, or M). The variable units depend on the
configured CT Ratio, PT Ratio, Sensing Type, and Hardware Range for the bus
or mains input. The appropriate units calculated by the EGCP-3 are shown on
the V UNITS sheet of Watch Window, or throughout the Status screens on the
display.
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Alarm Actions
Value Display Notes
Definition
Loss of Mains With Initiates LOM engine start, adds an event to the
8 LOM w/Alarm
Alarm alarm list.
Initiates an LOM start, no alarm is added to the
7 Loss of Mains LOM
alarm list
6 Trip Mains Breaker Trip Mains Breaker Mains Breaker is opened
Non-critical shutdown, smooth unload, open
5 Stop All Engines Stop All Engines
breakers, cooldown, then shutdown
A discrete output will be given, connected to an
4 Audible Alarm Audible Alarm external audible device, An acknowledge from
ALARM CLEAR will turn this output off.
A discrete output will be given, connected to an
3 Visual Alarm Visual Alarm external visual indication device. This is not
effected by an Acknowledge
2 Warning Warning An event will be shown on the alarm list only
1 Disabled Disabled No Action will be taken
Safety related Parameters (values that could cause equipment damage) must be
within a specified range, calculated from the following:
• Rated VA, VAR, Watts
• Function selection of discrete inputs
• Function selection of analog inputs
If an entered value does not pass the configuration check when compared to
other entered values, an alarm will be logged in the Alarm/Event list and the
control will not be available for operation until this value is corrected, and a
reset/clear given.
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MC Configuration Menu’s
First Time Configure Menu
The First Time Startup Menu is included in both the front panel display and
Watch Window. Items in it can be viewed but not edited unless Auto, Test and
Run w/Load digital inputs are off or the control is in I/O lock.
Every item in the First Time Startup menu must ALWAYS be checked and
configured upon first usage of the control.
This value represents a scalar for the bus ac current inputs. If a CT has a turns
ratio of 1500:5, then the value to enter here is 1500. The value actually
represents the Primary Turns on the transformer. The EGCP-3 will multiply the
sensed current at the input by this value to determine the actual current on the
bus for the given phase.
This value represents a scalar for the bus ac voltage inputs. If a PT has a turns
ratio of 13,800:120, then the value to enter here is 115. (13800 ÷ 120 = 115) The
EGCP-3 will multiply the sensed voltage at the input by this value to determine
the actual voltage on the bus for the given phase. The EGCP-3 will also need to
know the next two parameters to fully define the voltage.
This value is an enumerated list that can be either 1∅ or 3∅ with a default of 3∅.
If set to 1∅, the EGCP-3 will ignore any inputs on the B and C phase bus ac
voltage inputs and current inputs, and set these phase values to zero. When 1Ø
is selected the power measurements will be a per-phase value, and not the total.
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This value represents a scalar for the mains ac current inputs. If a CT has a turns
ratio of 1500:5, then the value to enter here is 1500. The value actually
represents the Primary Turns on the transformer. The EGCP-3 will multiply the
sensed current at the input by this value to determine the actual current on the
bus for the given phase.
This value represents a scalar for the mains ac voltage inputs. If a PT has a turns
ratio of 13,800:120, then the value to enter here is 115. (13800 ÷ 120 = 115) The
EGCP-3 will multiply the sensed voltage at the input by this value to determine
the actual voltage on the mains for the given phase. The EGCP-3 will also need
to know the next two parameters to fully define the voltage.
This value is an enumerated list that can be either 1∅ or 3∅ with a default of 3∅.
If set to 1∅, the EGCP-3 will ignore any inputs on the B and C phase mains ac
voltage inputs and current inputs, and set these phase values to zero. When 1Ø
is selected the power measurements will only be a per-phase value, and not the
total.
This value is an enumerated list that can be either 70, 120, or 240 Vac with a
default of 240 Vac. This setting is important to the EGCP-3 for both calibration
accuracy as well as ability to measure the voltage. The range limits for each
selection are the same as those listed above for the Bus Hardware Range.
CAUTION
It is very important that PT Ratio, CT Ratio, Sensing Type, and Hardware
Range be configured for each bus prior to anything else. These values are
used to determine the units for all other configurable parameters.
This value is the Volt-Ampere (VA) rating for the bus. It should be based on the
bus side values seen by the PTs and CTs. Be careful to observe the indicated
units when configuring this parameter. When using Watch Window, the units are
in a separate Quick Configure Sheet labeled UNITS.
This value is the Volt-Ampere-Reactive (VAR) rating for the bus. It should be
based on the bus side values seen by the PTs and CTs. Be careful to observe
the indicated units when configuring this parameter. When using Watch Window,
the units are in a separate Quick Configure Sheet labeled UNITS.
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This value is the Watt (W) rating for the bus. It should be based on the bus side
values seen by the PTs and CTs. Be careful to observe the indicated units when
configuring this parameter. When using Watch Window, the units are in a
separate Quick Configure Sheet labeled UNITS.
This value is the voltage of the bus where the buses PTs are connected. Be
careful to observe the indicated units when configuring this parameter. When
using Watch Window, the units are in a separate Quick Configure Sheet labeled
UNITS.
This value is an enumerated list that can be either Wye (Star, Line-to-Neutral) or
Delta (Line-to-Line). If the item is set to Wye, the wiring between the bus and the
EGCP-3 is configured in a L-N manner. It does NOT necessarily relate to how
the bus is connected to the load. For example, the bus could be wired to the load
as Wye but wired to EGCP-3 as Delta using Open Delta transformers.
This value is the Volt-Ampere (VA) rating of the mains tie. It should be based on
the mains side values seen by the PTs and CTs. Be careful to observe the
indicated units when configuring this parameter. When using Watch Window, the
units are in a separate Quick Configure Sheet labeled UNITS.
This value is the Volt-Ampere-Reactive (VAR) rating of the mains tie. It should be
based on the mains side values seen by the PTs and CTs. Be careful to observe
the indicated units when configuring this parameter. When using Watch Window,
the units are in a separate Quick Configure Sheet labeled UNITS.
This value is the Watt (W) rating of the mains tie. It should be based on the
mains side values seen by the PTs and CTs .Be careful to observe the indicated
units when configuring this parameter. When using Watch Window, the units are
in a separate Quick Configure Sheet labeled UNITS.
This value is the voltage of the mains bus where the mains PTs are connected.
Be careful to observe the indicated units when configuring this parameter. When
using Watch Window, the units are in a separate Quick Configure Sheet labeled
UNITS.
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This value is an enumerated selection that can be either Wye (Star, Line-to-
Neutral) or Delta (Line-to-Line). If the item is set to Wye, the wiring between the
bus and the EGCP-3 is configured in a L-N manner. It does NOT necessarily
relate to the mains configuration.
This value is an enumerated selection that can be either 50Hz or 60Hz with a
default of 60Hz. It applies to both the generator and mains inputs.
This is the LON network address for his EGCP-3. It must be unique for all units
communicating on the same network; two units cannot be assigned the same
number. The Unit numbers in the system need not be consecutive.
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Enter the bus segment this EGCP-3 is connected to via PT/CT and breaker
wiring. The table below shows the different bus segment options. Application of
Digital Input Selectable requires a digital input or multiple digital inputs to select
the bus segment. This also limits the functionality of the W, X, Y, and Z
tiebreaker feedback. Example: If an MC unit has digital inputs for Bus A and Bus
B, and they are closed, the unit will be on bus AB even if tiebreaker W is open.
This value is a True/False selection that can be either Direct or Indirect. If set
TRUE, the action is set to Direct, and an increase in process is proportional to an
increase in kW. If the item is set FALSE, the control action is set to Indirect, an
increase in process is directly proportional to a decrease in kW. For example, a
co-generation unit that was being used to create steam would be a direct
process. An increase in kW would give an increase in steam. An example of an
indirect process would be a generator using landfill gas as fuel. As the generator
increased in kW, the gas fuel pressure would decrease.
The function of Analog Input 2 can be selected from the enumerated list detailed
in the table above.
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The function of Analog Input 3 can be selected from the enumerated list detailed
in the table above.
The function of Analog Input 4 can be selected from the enumerated list detailed
in the table above.
The following table lists the configurable digital inputs. All digital inputs not listed
below are fixed function inputs and cannot be changed.
The configurable functions are shown in the enumerated list below. The
enumerations are identical for all the configurable digital inputs. No two inputs
should be configured to the same function. An error will result if two inputs are
configured for the same function and the engine will not be allowed to start until it
is corrected.
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The Meter Phase Select pair is a multiplexed input pair intended to be used
together with analog outputs configured to indicate Power Metering values. The
output of the Power Metering analog outputs will follow the Meter Select
multiplexed input as indicated in the below table. There are four possible
positions of the Meter Select input. A ‘0’ indicates no connection and a ‘1’
indicates the input is active.
When a Discrete Input is selected to have a function of Remote Alarm 1-6, the
alarm characteristics need to be configured in the REMOTE ALARM INPUT
menu.
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Output channels 3,4, and 9 are pre-configured outputs and cannot be changed.
The function parameter in the Watch Window menu is an enumerated list. The
enumerations are identical for all the configurable digital output functions. It is
possible to configure more than one digital output for the same function, no error
will result.
Each configurable digital output can be one of the 23 functions described in the
enumeration table below.
The second half of the Digital Outputs menu is located in Watch Window only. It
configures the action state of the relay driver.
The normal output state for discrete outputs can be Normally Open or Normally
Closed. Each can be configured to close (source voltage) when active or open
(float) when active. These modes mimic a Normally Open and Normally Closed
relay.
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MC Service Menus
Shutdowns and Alarms Menu
The Shutdowns & Alarms Menu is included in both the front panel display and
Watch Window.
Refer to Table 3-2 for the enumerated list of alarm actions. It is used in many
places within the Shutdowns & Alarms Menu.
This alarm will trip if the input supply voltage exceeds this level for 1.0 second. It
should be set to a value higher than the normal battery charging voltage. The
action is defined by Battery Voltage High Alarm.
This alarm will trip if the input supply voltage is below this level for 1.0 second. It
should be set to a value lower than the nominal battery voltage. The action is
defined by Battery Voltage Low Alarm.
This alarm becomes active when the processor on the PowerSense board
determines that it cannot function properly. It will trip based on internal algorithms
that cannot be changed.
This alarm is continuously enabled.
This alarm will trip when the highest phase voltage is continuously greater than
the limit setting for the time delay setting. It is continuously enabled. It should be
set to a value higher than the Bus Over Voltage Pre-Alarm. The action is defined
by Bus Over Voltage Alarm.
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This alarm input is also the highest phase voltage, and is continuously enabled. It
should be set to a value lower than the Bus Over Voltage Alarm. The action is
defined by Bus Over Voltage Pre-Alarm.
The Bus Under Voltage Pre-Alarm is the lowest phase voltage and is enabled if an
LS unit is on the bus or if the group breaker is configured and closed. It should
be set to a value lower than Rated Bus Voltage and higher than Bus Under
Voltage Alarm. The action is defined by Bus Under Voltage Pre-Alarm.
This alarm will trip when the lowest phase voltage (or AØ when 1Ø is selected) is
continuously less than the limit setting for the time delay setting. This alarm is
enabled if an LS unit is on the bus or if the group breaker is configured and
closed.. It should be set to a value lower than the Bus Under Voltage Pre-Alarm.
The action is defined by Bus Under Voltage Alarm.
This value determines the amount of time that the Bus voltage must be above the
Bus Over Voltage Pre-Alarm Level or below the Bus Under Voltage Pre-Alarm
Level before declaring an alarm.
This value determines the amount of time that the bus voltage must be above the
Bus Over Voltage Alarm Level or below the Bus Under Voltage Alarm Level
before declaring an alarm.
This alarm is continuously enabled. It first selects the Bus phase with the highest
current. It will trip when that phase current exceeds the set limit. It should be set
to a value higher than the Bus Phase Over Current Pre-Alarm. The action is
defined by Bus Phase Over Current Alarm.
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This alarm is continuously enabled. It will trip when a bus phase current exceeds
the set limit. It should be set to a value lower than the Bus Phase Over Current
Alarm but higher than Rated Bus Current. The action is defined by Bus Phase
Over Current Pre-Alarm.
This value acts to level shift the inverse time curve, defined by IEEE and IEC.
Increasing the shift value above 1.0 will increase the time delay, below 1.0 will
decrease the delay. See also Chapter 9 for a detailed description of the Inverse
Time Curve.
This alarm and is enabled if an LS unit is on the bus or if the group breaker is
configured and closed.. It should be set to a value higher than the Bus Over
Frequency Pre-Alarm. The action is defined by Bus Over Frequency Alarm.
This alarm and is enabled if an LS unit is on the bus or if the group breaker is
configured and closed. It should be set to a value lower than the Bus Over
Frequency Alarm but higher than the System Rated Frequency. The action is
defined by Bus Over Frequency Pre-Alarm.
This alarm and is enabled if an LS unit is on the bus or if the group breaker is
configured and closed. It should be set to a value lower than System Rated
Frequency and higher than Bus Under Frequency Alarm. The action is defined
by Bus Under Frequency Pre-Alarm.
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This alarm and is enabled if an LS unit is on the bus or if the group breaker is
configured and closed. It should be set to a value lower than the Bus Under
Frequency Pre-Alarm. The action is defined by Bus Under Frequency Alarm.
This value determines the amount of time that the Bus frequency must be above
the Bus Over Frequency Pre-Alarm Level. This value also determines the
amount of time that the Bus frequency must be below the Bus Under Frequency
Pre-Alarm Level before declaring an alarm.
This value determines the amount of time that the Bus frequency must be above
the Bus Over Frequency Alarm Level before declaring an alarm. This value also
determines the amount of time that the Bus frequency must be below the Bus
Under Frequency Alarm Level before declaring an alarm.
This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value higher than the
Bus Over Power Pre-Alarm. The action is defined by Bus Over Power Alarm.
This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value lower than the Bus
Over Power Alarm but higher than Rated Bus Real Power. The action is defined
by Bus Over Power Pre-Alarm.
This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value higher than the
Bus Reverse Power Alarm but lower than Rated Bus Real Power. The action is
defined by Bus Reverse Power Pre-Alarm.
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This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value lower than the Bus
Reverse Power Pre-Alarm. The action is defined by Bus Reverse Power Alarm.
This value acts to level shift the inverse time curve, defined by IEEE and IEC.
Increasing the shift value above 1.0 will increase the time delay, below 1.0 will
decrease the delay. See also Chapter 9 for a detailed description of the Inverse
Time Curve.
This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value higher than the
Bus Over VAR Pre-Alarm. The action is defined by Bus Over VAR Alarm.
This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value lower than the Bus
Over VAR Alarm but higher than Bus Rated VAR. The action is defined by Bus
Over VAR Pre-Alarm.
This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value higher than the
Bus Reverse VAR Alarm but lower than Bus Rated VAR. The action is defined by
Bus Reverse VAR Pre-Alarm.
This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value lower than the Bus
Reverse VAR Pre-Alarm. The action is defined by Bus Reverse VAR Alarm.
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This value determines the amount of time that the Bus VAR must be above the
Bus Over VAR Pre-Alarm Level before declaring an alarm. This value also
determines the amount of time that the Bus VAR must be below the Bus Reverse
VAR Pre-Alarm Level before declaring an alarm.
This value determines the amount of time that the Bus VAR must be above the
Bus Over VAR Alarm Level before declaring an alarm. This value also
determines the amount of time that the Bus VAR must be below the Bus Reverse
VAR Alarm Level before declaring an alarm.
This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value higher than the
Bus Negative Phase Sequence Over Voltage Pre-Alarm but lower than Bus
Rated Voltage. The action is defined by Bus Negative Phase Sequence Over
Voltage Alarm.
This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value lower than the Bus
Negative Phase Sequence Over Voltage Alarm. The action is defined by Bus
Negative Phase Sequence Over Voltage Pre-Alarm.
This value determines the amount of time that the Bus Negative Phase
Sequence voltage must be above the Bus Negative Phase Sequence Over
Voltage Pre-Alarm Level but below the Bus Negative Phase Sequence Over
Voltage Alarm Level before declaring an alarm.
This value determines the amount of time that the Bus Negative Phase
Sequence voltage must be above the Bus Negative Phase Sequence Over
Voltage Alarm Level before declaring an alarm.
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This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value higher than the
Bus Negative Phase Sequence Over Current Pre-Alarm but lower than Bus
Rated Current. The action is defined by Bus Negative Phase Sequence Over
Current Alarm.
This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value lower than the Bus
Negative Phase Sequence Over Current Alarm. The action is defined by Bus
Negative Phase Sequence Over Current Pre-Alarm.
This value determines the amount of time that the Bus Negative Phase
Sequence Current must be above the Bus Negative Phase Sequence Over
Current Pre-Alarm Level but below the Bus Negative Phase Sequence Over
Current Alarm Level before declaring an alarm.
This value determines the amount of time that the Bus Negative Phase
Sequence Current must be above the Bus Negative Phase Sequence Over
Current Alarm Level before declaring an alarm.
This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value higher than the
Bus Phase Current Differential Pre-Alarm but lower than Rated Bus Current. The
action is defined by Bus Phase Current Differential Alarm.
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This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value lower than the Bus
Phase Current Differential Alarm. The action is defined by Bus Phase Current
Differential Pre-Alarm.
This value acts to level shift the inverse time curve, defined by IEEE and IEC.
Increasing the shift value above 1.0 will increase the time delay, below 1.0 will
decrease the delay. See also Chapter 9 for a detailed description of the Inverse
Time Curve.
This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value higher than the
Bus Voltage Restrained Phase Over Current Pre-Alarm. The action is defined by
Bus Voltage Restrained Phase Over Current Alarm.
This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value lower than the Bus
Voltage Restrained Phase Over Current Alarm but higher than Rated Bus
Current. The action is defined by Bus Voltage Restrained Phase Over Current
Pre-Alarm.
This value acts to level shift the inverse time curve, defined by IEEE and IEC.
Increasing the shift value above 1.0 will increase the time delay, below 1.0 will
decrease the delay. See also Chapter 9 for a detailed description of the Inverse
Time Curve.
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Set the alarm action for an error of the EGCP-3 Bus breaker output not matching
the auxiliary contact input.
Set the alarm action for an error of the EGCP-3 Bus breaker shunt trip output not
matching the auxiliary contact input.
This alarm will trip when the highest phase voltage is continuously greater than
the limit setting for the time delay setting. It is continuously enabled. It should be
set to a value higher than the Mains Over Voltage Pre-Alarm. The action is
defined by Mains Over Voltage Alarm.
This alarm input is also the highest phase voltage, and is continuously enabled. It
should be set to a value lower than the Mains Over Voltage Alarm. The action is
defined by Mains Over Voltage Pre-Alarm.
This alarm is only enabled when the Mains breaker is closed. It should be set to
a value lower than Rated Mains Voltage and higher than Mains Under Voltage
Alarm. The action is defined by Mains Under Voltage Pre-Alarm.
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This alarm will trip when the lowest phase voltage (or AØ when 1Ø is selected) is
continuously less than the limit setting for the time delay setting. It is only
enabled when the Mains breaker is closed. It should be set to a value lower than
the Mains Under Voltage Pre-Alarm. The action is defined by Mains Under
Voltage Alarm.
This value determines the amount of time that the Mains voltage must be above
the Mains Over Voltage Pre-Alarm Level or below the Mains Under Voltage Pre-
Alarm Level before declaring an alarm.
This value determines the amount of time that the Mains voltage must be above
the Mains Over Voltage Alarm Level, or below the Mains Under Voltage Alarm
Level before declaring an alarm.
This alarm is continuously enabled. It first selects the Mains phase with the
highest current. It will trip when that phase current exceeds the set limit. It should
be set to a value higher than the Mains Phase Over Current Pre-Alarm. The
action is defined by Mains Phase Over Current Alarm.
This alarm is continuously enabled. It will trip when a Mains phase current
exceeds the set limit. It should be set to a value lower than the Mains Phase
Over Current Alarm but higher than Rated Mains Current. The action is defined
by Mains Phase Over Current Pre-Alarm.
This value acts to level shift the inverse time curve, defined by IEEE and IEC.
Increasing the shift value above 1.0 will increase the time delay, below 1.0 will
decrease the delay. See also Chapter 9 for a detailed description of the Inverse
Time Curve.
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This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value higher than the
Mains Over Frequency Pre-Alarm. The action is defined by Mains Over
Frequency Alarm.
This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value lower than the
Mains Over Frequency Alarm but higher than the System Rated Frequency. The
action is defined by Mains Over Frequency Pre-Alarm.
This alarm is only enabled only when the Mains breaker is closed. It should be
set to a value lower than System Rated Frequency and higher than Mains Under
Frequency Alarm. The action is defined by Mains Under Frequency Pre-Alarm.
This alarm is only enabled when the Mains breaker is closed. It should be set to
a value lower than the Mains Under Frequency Pre-Alarm. The action is defined
by Mains Under Frequency Alarm.
This value determines the amount of time that the Mains frequency must be
above the Mains Over Frequency Pre-Alarm Level. This value also determines
the amount of time that the Mains frequency must be below the Mains Under
Frequency Pre-Alarm Level before declaring an alarm.
This value determines the amount of time that the Mains frequency must be
above the Mains Over Frequency Alarm Level before declaring an alarm. This
value also determines the amount of time that the Mains frequency must be
below the Mains Under Frequency Alarm Level before declaring an alarm.
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This value acts to level shift the inverse time curve, defined by IEEE and IEC.
Increasing the shift value above 1.0 will increase the time delay, below 1.0 will
decrease the delay. See also Chapter 9 for a detailed description of the Inverse
Time Curve.
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This value determines the amount of time that the Mains VAR must be above the
Mains Export VAR Pre-Alarm Level before declaring an alarm. This value also
determines the amount of time that the Mains VAR must be below the Mains
Import VAR Pre-Alarm Level before declaring an alarm.
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This value determines the amount of time that the Mains VAR must be above the
Mains Export VAR Alarm Level before declaring an alarm. This value also
determines the amount of time that the Mains VAR must be below the Mains
Import VAR Alarm Level before declaring an alarm.
This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value higher than the
Mains Negative Phase Sequence Over Voltage Pre-Alarm but lower than Mains
Rated Voltage. The action is defined by Mains Negative Phase Sequence Over
Voltage Alarm.
This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value lower than the
Mains Negative Phase Sequence Over Voltage Alarm. The action is defined by
Mains Negative Phase Sequence Over Voltage Pre-Alarm.
This value determines the amount of time that the Mains Negative Phase
Sequence voltage must be above the Mains Negative Phase Sequence Over
Voltage Pre-Alarm Level before declaring an alarm.
This value determines the amount of time that the Mains Negative Phase
Sequence voltage must be above the Mains Negative Phase Sequence Over
Voltage Alarm Level before declaring an alarm.
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This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value higher than the
Mains Negative Phase Sequence Over Current Pre-Alarm but lower than Mains
Rated Current. The action is defined by Mains Negative Phase Sequence Over
Current Alarm.
This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value lower than the
Mains Negative Phase Sequence Over Current Alarm. The action is defined by
Mains Negative Phase Sequence Over Current Pre-Alarm.
This value determines the amount of time that the Mains Negative Phase
Sequence Current must be above the Mains Negative Phase Sequence Over
Current Pre-Alarm Level before declaring an alarm.
This value determines the amount of time that the Mains Negative Phase
Sequence Current must be above the Mains Negative Phase Sequence Over
Current Alarm Level before declaring an alarm.
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This value acts to level shift the inverse time curve, defined by IEEE and IEC.
Increasing the shift value above 1.0 will increase the time delay, below 1.0 will
decrease the delay. See also Chapter 9 for a detailed description of the Inverse
Time Curve.
This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value higher than the
Mains Voltage Restrained Phase Over Current Pre-Alarm. The action is defined
by Mains Voltage Restrained Phase Over Current Alarm.
This alarm is continuously enabled. It should be set to a value lower than the
Mains Voltage Restrained Phase Over Current Alarm but higher than Rated
Mains Current. The action is defined by Mains Voltage Restrained Phase Over
Current Pre-Alarm.
This value acts to level shift the inverse time curve, defined by IEEE and IEC.
Increasing the shift value above 1.0 will increase the time delay, below 1.0 will
decrease the delay. See also Chapter 9 for a detailed description of the Inverse
Time Curve.
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Set the alarm action for an error of the EGCP-3 Mains breaker output not
matching the auxiliary contact input.
Set the alarm action for an error of the EGCP-3 Mains breaker shunt trip output
not matching the auxiliary contact input.
Synchronizer Menu
The Synchronizer Menu is included in both the front panel display and Watch
Window. Items in this menu are part of a Service block. A detailed description of
the synchronizer operation and configuration options is in Chapter 10. Refer to
Table 3-2 for the enumerated list for configuration of alarm action.
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This value is an enumerated list used to select the synchronizer control mode. It
may be Off, Check, Permissive, or Run/Auto. The mode may be selected by the
front panel display, Watch Window menu, or Modbus HMI. The last mode
selected by any of these interface methods will be the mode of operation used.
Off mode, the EGCP-3 performs no synchronization functions. All breaker
closures must be performed manually.
Check mode is used to confirm that the synchronizer works properly by allowing
synchronizing to be performed without closing the breaker. The Synchronizer
status screen can be used to observe the Slip, Phase, and voltage indication,
(Displays ++ when matched).
Permissive mode is used to replace a sync check relay function, the bias
outputs are passive, but the breaker command will be given when speed, phase,
and voltage parameters are within the window.
Run/Auto mode is the normal mode with active synchronizing and breaker
control.
NOTE: Due to delays in communication to the display or Watch Window the
phase information and breaker closing indication may be inaccurate or delayed
from actual values. This would be most obvious in systems configured with large
slip windows.
This value is the proportional gain of a P-I controller. It determines how fast the
synchronizer responds to an error in speed or phase. Adjust this gain to provide
stable control during synchronizing. Lower the value to slow the response.
This value is the integral gain of a P-I controller. It determines how quickly the
synchronizer responds to a large error in synchronism and prevents low
frequency hunting and damping (overshoot or undershoot) when the
synchronizer is first enabled or when a speed transient occurs during
synchronizing. Lower the value to slow the response.
A monitor value of the phase angle, or Synchroscope is provided in Watch
Window to observe the response and assist with dynamic adjustment.
This value will Enabled or Disabled the voltage matching function of the
synchronizer. When enabled, the synchronizer output will match the bus and
Mains voltages.
When voltage matching is enabled, this value is the allowable percent the Mains
voltage may be above or below the bus voltage for the synchronizer to initiate
breaker closure.
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This value is an enumerated list that indicates Phase Matching (=1), Slip
Frequency (=2), or Off/None (=3). When Phase Matching is selected, the
synchronizer will match the Mains phase to the bus phase and hold the phase
error to minimum. When the phase error is within the configured error window,
for a time based on the slip window, the synchronizer will issue a breaker close
command. When Slip Frequency is selected, the synchronizer will create a
frequency error between the bus and Mains, the breaker close command will be
given when phase error is within the phase window.
This value is the maximum allowable electrical phase angle between the bus and
Mains when the synchronizer initiates breaker closure. This parameter is used
when either type of synchronizing is selected.
This value is the maximum allowed deviation in slip (frequency difference) from
the slip frequency reference when initiating breaker closure. For phase control, it
determines the maximum rate through the phase window. For slip control, it
determines the error in slip frequency from the reference.
This value specifies the slip frequency reference. This parameter is used when
slip frequency synchronizing is selected. For Phase Matching type, this value is
internally set to 0.0.
This value is the number of attempts the synchronizer will make to close the
circuit breaker. The synch reclose alarm (if enabled) will be activated and the
synchronizer will enter the auto-off mode if the breaker fails to close in the
specified number of tries. Woodward suggests setting Close Attempts to 2 or
greater for any application.
This value is the number of seconds between attempts to close the circuit
breaker. If the CB Aux contact remains closed for one reclose delay interval,
synchronization is assumed to have occurred. If the CB Aux contact opens
during the reclose delay interval, it is considered a failed closed attempt. The
EGCP-3 will remain in the selected operating mode (run, check, or permissive)
during the Reclose Delay interval.
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This value is an enumerated list that defines the action taken when the
synchronizer has exhausted its reclose attempts without successfully closing the
associated breaker.
This value is the interval over which the synchronizer will attempt to get
synchronization. A value of 0 seconds disables the Sync Timeout function. The
interval begins when Mains voltage is detected above the Dead Bus value and
synchronization is activated. Failure to get a CB Aux contact closure within the
specified time will result in a synch timeout alarm. This time includes the reclose
delay and should always be longer than the reclose delay.
This value is an enumerated list that defines the action taken when the
synchronizer has exhausted the timeout without successfully closing the
indicated breaker.
This value specifies the maximum elapsed time the synchronizer will maintain
the breaker closure relay driver output. Failure to receive the CB Aux contact
signal during this interval results in a failed close attempt. The breaker closure
relay driver is de-energized when: the CB Aux contact signal is received, the
specified time expires, the Mains is out of the phase window, the Mains exceeds
the slip window, or the Mains voltage exceeds the voltage window (if voltage
matching is enabled).
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This value specifies the time required for the circuit breaker contacts to engage
after receiving a closure command. It is normally found in the circuit breaker
manufacturer’s specifications. The EGCP-3 will automatically subtract this time
from the calculated time to initiate breaker closure in order to maintain proper
phase alignment when performing slip frequency synchronizing.
These values specify the change in proportional gain and integral gain when
synchronizing a multi-genset bus to the mains. The gain factors are incorporated
into the gain with the following equation:
This configurable enables the synchronizer block but disables breaker closure.
Typically used to measure phase and voltage differences across the breakers to
check that phases are correct.
This value is the internal default BaseLoad set point. This setting must be greater
than the Unload Trip set point. It is the Load command when in the BaseLoad
mode when in parallel with gensets on the bus.
The Watch Window menu has a monitor value of Generator load feedback,
system load divided by the online capacity.
This value is the Load Command sent over the LON when the Unload Switch is
engaged.
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This value is the time required to automatically ramp the load from the zero load
to the internal BaseLoad set point. It is only used when first entering the internal
or remote load control mode. The Load Rate is used for changes after reaching
the reference value. Ramp time in the increase load direction when switching
from remote BaseLoad or process control is proportional to the load time set
point.
This value is the time required to automatically ramp the load from the internal
BaseLoad set point to zero load. It is only used when first entering the internal or
remote load control mode. The Unload Rate is used for changes after reaching
the reference value. Ramp time in the decrease load direction between
isochronous load sharing, remote BaseLoad, and process control, or other load
than that specified by the BaseLoad set point, is proportional to the unload time
set point.
This value is the rate at which the load is increased when the raise load
command input is activated. This is also the maximum rate at which load is
increased when the 4–20 mA remote load setting input is changed in the
increase load direction.
This value is the rate at which the load is decreased when the lower load
command input is activated. This is also the maximum rate at which load is
decreased when the 4–20 mA remote load setting input is changed in the
decrease load direction.
The configurable defines the alarm action taken when the bus load exceeds the
configured High Load Level.
This value is the highest load that should be carried by the bus. It may be lower
than the genset Rated VA but should not be higher.
The configurable defines the alarm action taken when the bus load drops below
the configured Low Load Level.
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This value is the lowest load that should be carried by the bus. It may be lower
than the configured Unload Trip.
This value is the load level at which the KVA Switch Discrete Output (if
configured) and/or KVA Switch Alarm (if configured) will be activated. Any load at
or above this level will latch the output active. The output will remain active even
below this level until it reaches the KVA Switch Low Level.
This value is the load level at which the KVA Switch Discrete Output (if
configured) and/or KVA Switch Alarm (if configured) will be de-activated. Once
inactive, the switch will remain inactive until again reaching the VA Switch High
Level.
This value defines the action taken when the MC has activated the KVA switch.
NOTE: Configures an alarm function, and can be used to trigger a stored event.
A Discrete Output configured for the KVA Switch will not be stored to the alarm
list or alarm history.
This value defines the direction of power flow for the MC KVA switch. A True
value will enable the KVA Switch for Export action, false will enable Import
action.
This value is a list used to select the control mode. It may be Manual, VAR
control, PF control, or Remote Control. Manual is only used if no automatic
control is desired. Remote control is used if external equipment will control the
VAR or PF through the EGCP-3. This may be useful in order to still have the
ability for Raise/Lower switches and voltage matching during synchronizing.
Power Factor or VAR control is used when in parallel with the mains.
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This value enables the VAR/PF action automatically without using any digital
inputs. True enables VAR/PF control, false disables the control. If value set to
false the VAR/PF control can be still turned on by using a digital input.
This is the PF_CMD that is sent over the LON to the LS units when the MC is not
VAR/PF Enabled. It is used to perform a “Baseload PF” of the LS units. All LS
units will then run at the PF_CMD.
This value is the proportional gain of the reactive load P-I-D controller for all
modes of operation other than VAR/PF Sharing. This value determines how fast
the VAR/PF control responds to an error between kVAR/PF and VAR or PF
reference. The gain is set to provide stable control of kVAR or power factor.
Lower the value to slow the response.
This value specifies the time required to ramp the reactive load setpoint over its
full range, PF control, VAR control, Remote control, and Manual control.
This value is the integral gain of the reactive load P-I-D controller. It determines
how fast the reactive load control responds to an error between kVAR/PF and
VAR or PF reference. It prevents slow hunting and controls damping (overshoot
or undershoot) after a load disturbance. Lower the value to slow the response.
This value specifies the desired VAR load at which to control in the VAR control
mode. It is active when Reactive Load Control is active, and the mode is selected
as VAR control. For monitor purposes, Watch Window displays the VAR load on
the generator.
This value is the PF command sent over LON when in the PF control mode. This
value is continuous over the tunable range (lead = negative) of –0.50 <-> 0.0 <->
+0.50. Where values on a Power Factor meter are discontinuous at unity (0.5
LEAD <-> 1.0 .<-> 0.5 LAG). For monitor purposes, Watch Window displays the
PF Reference converted to values as seen on a PF meter, and displays the
measured generator average PF.
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This value specifies an error window about the measured PF input, inside of
which the power factor control will not adjust the PF command. This value is not
used for Import/Export Control.
This variable determines the source of the process control input. FALSE =
Import/Export control, and the process source is the Mains Power sensing input.
TRUE = Temperature/Pressure and the process source is an assigned analog
input (ANIN 1-4) from a transducer measuring the parameter to be controlled.
This value is the proportional gain of the Process P-I-D controller. It determines
how fast the process control responds to an error between process variable and
process reference. Lower the value to slow the response.
This value is the integral gain of the process P-I-D controller. It determines how
fast the process control responds to an error between process variable and
process reference. It prevents slow hunting and controls damping (overshoot or
undershoot) after a disturbance. Lower the value to slow the response.
This value is the derivative gain of the process P-I-D controller. It determines the
response rate of the process control for a large load error. Lower the value to
slow the response.
This value specifies an error window about the measured process input, inside of
which the process controller will not adjust its output. This is used for control of
processes with a large noise component on the input. Set to 0 for normal, non-
deadband control. It is configured in the same units as the process input.
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This value is the load droop (% change in process control point with load)
desired based on process level. It is typically only used on a very slow moving
process.
This value adjusts the bandwidth of the low pass filter for the process controller.
Higher frequency settings than default result in faster control response, but also
more response to system noise. Lower frequency settings result in slower control
response and less response to noise.
This value defines the action taken when the process exceeds the configured
High Process Level.
This value is the highest process that should be carried by the MC. The units are
the same as configured for the assigned analog input calibration. If the monitored
process exceeds this level, a High Process Limit Alarm will be issued (if
configured).
This value defines the action taken when the process drops below the configured
Low Process Level.
This value is the lowest process that should be carried by the MC. If the
monitored process drops below this level, a Low Process Limit Alarm will be
issued (if configured).
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This value is the Power Factor Reference when VAR/PF control mode is
selected for PF control. When in Import/Export control, the MC will control the
mains power factor to this value.
This value is the VAR Reference when VAR/PF control mode is selected for VAR
control. When in Import/Export control, the MC will control the mains VAR to this
value.
This value is used to select the control mode. It may be Off, Open Transition, or
Closed Transition. Open Transition implies the mains breaker and any LS units
will never be closed simultaneously. Closed Transition implies that the local bus
will never be dead unless a loss of mains occurs without any LS units running.
This value is the amount of time to be in parallel with the mains on a closed
transition transfer. It is also used as a delay time in open transition transfers to
allow the local bus to completely decay before closing the group breaker. When
this configurable is set to a value less than 1 second, the load controller will try to
pick up the load in one step rather than in a soft ramp.
This value is the amount of time to wait upon return of the mains before
transferring the load from the LS units back to the mains.
This value is the amount of time to wait after the bus reaches rated speed
voltage and load capacity before starting the fast transfer timer (OT) or closing
the group breaker (CT).
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This value is used to select the action taken when a load surge condition is
detected.
This value is the level of load change within a single second that is to be
considered a surge. The alarm is only active when the mains breaker is closed
so as not to provide nuisance alarms due to block load pickup from a dead bus.
This value is the amount of time to wait after detecting a loss of mains from any
protective relay, analog input, or discrete input prior to taking action.
This value is used to select the action taken when the LS units are supplying
plant load without the mains.
The Online Capacity (total capacity of LS units that must be running stable at
rated speed and rated voltage) must be greater than this value before continuing
with transfer switch transitions. See Chapter 17 for a further description of the
operation of Transfer Capacity.
This value is used to describe order of magnitude of the transfer capacity value,
i.e. W, KW, MW, GW.
This is the deadband width around zero power transfer. If the power flow through
the mains is within this deadband the mains breaker will be opened on a closed
transition start.
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Configuring this variable for FALSE will result in a LOM action that will open the
mains breaker upon expiration of the LOM action delay and then start all LS units
and close them onto the deadbus. Configuring this variable for TRUE will result
in starting the LS units upon the expiration of the LOM action delay first and
when they are stable on the bus an open transition will take place. Without a
group breaker the action will always open the mains breaker upon expiration of
the LOM action delay.
Peaking Menu
The Peaking Control Menu is included in both the front panel display and Watch
Window. Items in this menu are part of a Service block.
This value is used to select the peaking control mode. It may be No Demand
Selected, Time Schedule Only, Load Demand Only, or Load Demand and
Time. When No Demand Selected, the LS unit(s) will not be started or stopped
automatically due to mains load level or on a schedule. When in Time Schedule
Only, the LS unit(s) are started and stopped on a clock and day schedule defined
by the user. When in Load Demand Only, the LS unit(s) is started and stopped
automatically based on mains demand level. If Process is asserted, the mains
demand may be controlled, otherwise, the generator set will be operated at its
base load setting. If Load Demand and Time is selected, either mains demand
level or the Time of Day timer will cause the generator set to start or stop. The
LS unit(s) will run if either demand level or clock time is in the run mode, and
continue to run until both clock run time expires and demand level is reduced.
This value is the mains demand level at or above which the LS unit(s) will be
immediately started and paralleled with the mains without waiting the Load
Demand Time Delay. It will only be used if the Demand Only or Time and
Demand Level mode is selected. It should be set to a value greater than the
Time Delayed Demand Start but less than the Mains Rated VA.
This value is the mains demand level at or above which the LS unit(s) will be
started and paralleled with the mains after waiting the Load Demand Time Delay.
It will only be used if the Load Only or Demand Load and Time mode is selected.
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This value is the mains demand level at or below which the LS unit(s) will be
stopped after waiting the Load Demand Time Delay. It will only be used if the
Load Only or Load and Time mode is selected. If the Load and Time mode is
selected and the Time is currently active, this level cannot stop the generator set
until the time expires.
This value is the amount of time to wait after detecting load in excess of the Time
Delayed Demand Start or under the Time Delayed Demand Stop prior to starting
or stopping the LS unit(s).
If set to True, the demand input average measured by the Power Sense input of
this MC control will be reset to 0.0.
If set to True, the total demand input average measured as the sum of all the
Power Sense inputs from MC controls on this active bus will be reset to 0.0.
If set to True, the total max demand tattletale will be reset to zero.
This value is the window of time (in seconds) used to average the Mains real
load in order to create a Demand Level. See Chapter 16 for information on the
demand coefficient
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These values determine the program number to use each day of the week. Only
1 program may be used each day. There are 4 total programs numbered 1-4.
Start and stop times for each program are configured independently below. If no
programmed starts/stops are desired on a given day, configure that day for
program 0.
This group of two configurable pairs defines a single run period. The LS Unit(s)
will start at the hour and minute configured by “Program 1 Start 1 Hour” and
“Program 1 Start 1 Minute”. The LS’s will begin to unload, cooldown, and stop
when the time has reached “Program 1 Stop 1 Hour” and “Program 1 Stop 1
Minute”. If “Program 1 Start 2” is configured to a time before “Program 1 Stop 1”,
the LS’s will continue running until “Program 1 Stop 2”.
This group of two configurable pairs defines a single run period. The LS Unit(s)
will start at the hour and minute configured by “Program 1 Start 1 Hour” and
“Program 1 Start 1 Minute”. The LS’s will begin to unload, cooldown, and stop
when the time has reached “Program 1 Stop 1 Hour” and “Program 1 Stop 1
Minute”. “Program 1 Start 2” is intended to be programmed to follow “Program 1
Start 1”. If either Runtime 1 or 2 continues into the next day, the LS’s will
continue running until the stop time is reached.
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Sequencing Menu
The Sequencing Menu is included in both the front panel display and Watch
Window. Items in this menu are part of a Service block. Refer to Table 3-2 for the
configuration list of alarm action.
This value defines the action taken when an LS fails to start when triggered from
LON. See Chapter 14 for more details on this alarm.
This value defines the action taken when an LS fails to stop when triggered from
LON. See Chapter 14 for more details on this alarm.
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If the Net Nodes from the LON does not match this number and a digital output is
configured for LON Node Num Mismatch the digital output will be set. Used to
validate LON health.
Communications Menu
The Communications Menu is included in both the front panel display and Watch
Window. Items in this menu are part of a Service block.
This value is an enumerated list used to select the serial hardware interface for
Serial Port 1. It may be RS232 =1, RS422 =2, or RS485 =3. See the EGCP-3
Installation Manual for details on each.
This value is used to select the software protocol interface for Serial Port 1. It
may be Modbus =1 or ServLink =2. Selecting Modbus will enable the Modbus
RTU slave serial protocol. Selecting ServLink will enable the Woodward ServLink
server protocol.
This value selects the serial baud rate for Serial Port1. The following table lists
the possible baud rates:
This value is used to select the serial hardware interface for Serial Port 2. It may
be RS232, RS422, or RS485. See the EGCP-3 Installation Manual for details on
each.
This value selects the serial baud rate for Serial Port2. See Serial 1 Baud Rate
for a list of possible choices.
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This value selects the serial baud rate for Serial Port3. See Serial 1 Baud Rate
for a list of possible choices.
This value is the Modbus communication identifier or node address. This single
configurable will setup the identifier to use for Modbus on Serial Port 2. It will also
be used to setup the identifier to use for Modbus on Serial Port 1 if that serial
port is configured as a Modbus port. The Modbus ID will always be identical on
each port.
This value defines the amount of time that must pass without communication
from the Master before announcing a Link Failure. The same timeout is used for
Serial Port 2 and Serial Port 1 if Serial Port 1 is configured as a Modbus port.
However, the alarms generated by this timeout are specific for each serial port.
This value is a momentary reset used to reset a Link Failure. The same reset is
used for Serial Port 2 and Serial Port 1 if Serial Port 1 is configured as a Modbus
port. If no link failure is present on a given serial port, the reset will have no
effect. If a link failure was present, resetting the failure will allow the slave to
communicate again.
Watch Window contains a monitor value to show a Modbus Link 1 error alarm
has occurred.
This value defines the action taken when the Serial Port 1 fails to communicate
within the time-out period.
Watch Window contains a monitor value to show a Modbus Link 2 error alarm
has occurred.
This value defines the action taken when the Serial Port 2 fails to communicate
within the time-out period.
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The Modbus multipliers are used to change the decimal place of the values sent
over Modbus. Because only integers can be sent over Modbus precision is lost.
For example if the power through the mains is 1.75 MW the value over Modbus
would be 2. Using a 1000Xmultiplier this value would now be sent over as 1750.
Calibration Menu
The Calibration Menu is included in both the front panel display and Watch
Window. Items in this menu are part of a Service block.
The EGCP-3 has a battery backed real time clock that, once properly configured,
will keep the date, time, and day of week even if control power is removed. Like
most configurable items the clock/calendar can be set from the front panel or
Watch Window, but the menu item differ depending on the tool used, so they are
listed separately here.
Select the current day of the week. It is part of the date and time configuration.
The Day is not shown with the clock/calendar status on the panel display. When
set on the panel, the day-of-week will not update until Enter is press while in the
SET DATE menu.
This value is the exact day in a calendar year. The Day, Month, and Year are
independently configurable as separate fields. Use the navigation keys to select
and change each separately. When the enter key is pressed, the calendar and
Day of Week will update to the entered values.
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This value is the exact time of day. The Hour, and Minute, are independently
configurable as separate fields. Use the navigation keys to select and change
each separately. The clock is a 24-hour clock, enter 6 pm as 18. When the Enter
key is pressed the clock will be initialized to the Hour and minute and 0.0
seconds.
Enumerated list of the current month, This is the conventional list of January = 1,
February = 2, etc.
This value is an enumerated list used to select the current day of the week
(Sunday = 1, Monday = 2, etc.). It is part of the date and time configuration.
The EGCP-3 calendar will initialize itself to the entered calendar when the Up
Date Calendar trigger is set TRUE, then FALSE.
Clock minutes.
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Adjust the clock parameters above to the current time. The EGCP-3 clock will be
set to these values when the trigger is set TRUE, the seconds will be set to 0.0.
The trigger must then be returned to FALSE.
The next lines on the sheet will display the current date and time, and day-of-
week from the EGCP-3 to verify its setting.
The Scale setting is used to match the input value and the EGCP-3 displayed
value. From Watch Window the EGCP-3 measured value is also monitored and
shown here to assist with calibration. These items are discussed in the
Calibration Chapter of this manual.
This value is the password to use when logging in at the Operator Level. It can
only be changed if logged in as a Technician.
This value is the password to use when logging in at the Supervisor Level. It can
only be changed if logged in as a Technician or Factory.
This value is the password to use when logging in at the Technician Level. It can
only be changed if logged in as a Technician or Factory.
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This value is the password to use when logging in at the Factory Level. It can
only be changed if logged in at the Factory Level.
This group of 4 configurable items is used to configure Remote Alarm #1. This
group can be configured and used even if no Digital Input is configured for
Remote Alarm #1. In the case where no Digital Input is configured for Remote
Alarm #1, the Alarm can be activated and de-activated via Modbus by changing
the “input state” of Remote Alarm Input #1 with Boolean Write commands.
The Remote Alarm 1 value defines the action taken when the input is activated.
The Remote Alarm 1 Delay value is the time to wait after activation of the input
prior to announcing the alarm condition.
The Remote Alarm 1 Level is used to configure how the EGCP-3 interprets the
input state. If set to Active Low, the absence of an input at the Digital Input
terminals will be considered an active alarm. This mode is useful for normally
closed contacts. If configured to Active High, Application of voltage at the Digital
Input terminals will be considered an active alarm. If using Modbus to set the
alarm states, only Active High should be used.
The Remote Alarm 1 Label is used to provide a customized name for the actual
device connected to the input. It is limited to 20 characters all of which must be
ASCII characters {within the range of ASCII(20) ‘space’, to ASCII(7E) ‘~’}.
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This configuration would describe a system where the Mains KW was monitored
on analog output one (1). If the mains were importing 400KW the analog output
would read 4mA. If the mains were exporting 800kW the analog output would
read 20mA.
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The configurable function of inputs 1 through 4 is selected in the First Time
Configuration Menu. In this menu, the user defines the calibration values for all
inputs. Inputs 1 - 4 can be configured for an alarm function and the alarm action
and alarm levels are set here.
Analog Input Type can be configured for 4-20mA(1), 1-5V(2), or Not Used (3).
The Low calibration setpoint defines the internal number that the control will use
as either 4mA or 1V. The High calibration setpoint defines the internal number
that the control will use as either 20mA or 5V. All alarms are then triggered off
the internal number in the control. All alarms are configurable similar the Mains
and Bus Protection menus.
In order to protect the analog input port, Out of Limits alarms for the Analog
inputs are also available. If the analog input is higher than 22mA or 5.5V or lower
than 2mA and 0.5V the alarm will be instigated. All analog inputs can be
configured by the same methods.
The configuration of Analog input 2 has the same parameters and options as
Analog Input 1 described above.
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The configuration of Analog input 3 has the same parameters and options as
Analog Input 1 described above
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The configuration of Analog input 4 has the same parameters and options as
Analog Input 1 described above
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Chapter 4.
Monitoring by Watch Window
Introduction
The following pages describe the Watch Window sheets that contain information
used in monitoring the MC parameters. The status menus that have names
proceeded by numbers (example: 02STATUS BUS) are menus that have
parameters grouped similar to the front panel status screens. There are also
status menus that are only accessible by ServLink/Watch Window.
Units Menu
The Units Menu is included only in Watch Window. The purpose of this data is to
serve as units of measurement for all ac parameters in other Service and
Configuration menus
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The following menus will display the control’s status information in groups that
are similar to the front panel status screens.
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Display Name Item Units
26 MAINS IMPORT VAR_UNITS Units (KVAR, MVAR, GVAR) of the total VAR-Hr number
above
27 MAINS IMPORT VAR_H 000 000 000 000.00 Hundred portion of the VAR-Hr
28 MAINS IMPORT VAR_K 000 000 000 000.00 Thousands portion of the VAR-Hr
29 MAINS IMPORT VAR_M 000 000,000,000.00 Mega portion of the VAR-Hr
30 MAINS IMPORT VAR_G 000,000,000,000.00 Giga portion of the VAR-hr
31 MAINS EXPORT VAR_HRS Total VAR Hours Meter of Mains Export
32 MAINS EXPORT VAR_UNITS Units (KVAR, MVAR, GVAR) of the total VAR-Hr number
above
33 MAINS EXPORT VAR_H 000 000 000 000.00 Hundred portion of the VAR-Hr
34 MAINS EXPORT VAR_K 000 000 000 000.00 Thousands portion of the VAR-Hr
35 MAINS EXPORT VAR_M 000 000,000,000.00 Mega portion of the VAR-Hr
36 MAINS EXPORT VAR_G 000,000,000,000.00 Giga portion of the VAR-hr
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Chapter 5.
Startup Checkout Procedures
Before Starting
Before initiating MC control of one or several LS units, configuration of the
control for values that best match the operating and performance characteristics
is required. Double-check these values prior to starting the unit and verify
mechanical connections to the MC. The list below details several inputs that
should be verified before operation:
Refer to the Installation Manual #26122 for wire terminal location and terminal
numbers.
1. Check for correct wiring. Take note of polarity, signal type, terminal
connection, grounding, and shielding as shown in the Installation Manual.
1. Power Supply Input
2. Mains PT Inputs
3. Mains CT Inputs
4. Bus PT Inputs
5. Bus CT Inputs
6. Control Switch Inputs (Run, Test, Auto)
2. Check for broken terminals and loose terminal screws.
3. Check for shield faults by measuring the resistance from control terminals to
chassis. If a resistance less than infinite is obtained, remove the connections
from each terminal one at a time until the resistance is infinite. Check the line
that was last removed to locate the fault.
Once these items have been checked, check the power supply voltage for proper
amplitude. When this is confirmed, apply the power supply to the EGCP-3.
When the EGCP-3 is given power, it will go through RAM test and self-test. After
a self-check period, the System Status Menu will be displayed. If the EGCP-3
fails to power up properly, remove the power supply input and double check the
polarity and amplitude of the voltage feeding the EGCP-3.
WARNING
When operating the discrete inputs certain outputs may be activated. Make
sure that the various breakers are locked out and that the LON
communication disconnected to prevent an inadvertent start or breaker
close.
Verify that the transducer and other analog input signal levels are at the proper
levels with respect to a measured or known input. The I/O Status screen #2
displays the analog inputs in volt or mA and in the configured parameter units.
WARNING
The start procedures and tests listed here are only a general guide. ALL site
safety procedures take president over the steps given here.
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Configuration Menu
Enter the First Time Configuration menu as described in Chapter 3. Enter the
following set points to their appropriate value for the Bus and the Mains.
1. Potential Transformer Ratio
2. Current Transformer Ratio
3. Sensing Type
4. Hardware Range
5. Rated Voltage
6. PT Configuration
7. Breaker Type (If there is no group breaker, leave at default)
Enter the Digital Inputs and Digital Outputs menus and configure the MC to your
preferences of digital inputs/outputs for your system configuration.
To reset via the front panel exit the configuration menu by pressing status. The
right LCD screen will now read:
Press ENTER and the control will reset and enter the configurables into memory.
Refer to “I/O Status Screens” section of Chapter 2. With the EGCP-3 powered,
go to the I/O Status screen #1 in the Status menus. This display shows the state
of the discrete inputs and outputs of the control. Monitor this screen and close
each discrete input to the EGCP-3 that is being used in this particular application.
Verify that the EGCP-3 recognizes these inputs in the I/O Status screen.
Once the First Time Configuration menu has been set up, the values saved to
memory the remaining configuration menus can be set up.
LON Status
Verify all DIGITAL INPUTS are NOT asserted and connect the LON
communication into terminals 45,46 and 47 on the PowerSense board. Enter the
I/O status screen by the front panel and go to screen 3 or simply go to the I/O
service menu in WW. Verify that the LON Status is NORMAL.
If the display gives an ALARM at least one problem exists. Possibilities are (1)
Two units have the same UNIT NUMBER; (2) Two LS units have different
Start/Stop Arbitration Algorithms (Run Time Manager). The problems can be
diagnosed by using WW.
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WARNING
The LON Status alarm will only diagnose problems with other EGCP-3’s. If
the MC and another unit have the same unit number, the MC will not be able
to interpret an alarm condition. This is solved by looking at several units to
verify that no units have the LON status alarm.
The ERR FLAG shows that there is an alarm on the LON network. The ERR
NUM diagnoses the problem seen by this MC.
If the ERR NUM equals 1-16 then there are two units on the network with that
unit number on the LON network. Find the two units and change one of the unit
numbers
If the ERR NUM equals 261 then two LS’s have different Run Time Manager
configurations. All of these algorithms must match.
Once the LON STATUS shows NORMAL on all EGCP-3’s, move on to the next
section.
1. With all Digital Inputs OFF verify the mains voltage. If calibration is needed
use the method diagramed in Chapter 6-AC Voltage Inputs.
2. Manually close Mains breaker.
3. If you have a group breaker manually close it as well
4. Verify bus readings for voltage. If needed use calibration as in step one
5. Verify phase rotation by removing B and C phase fuses and check to see
that the mains and bus PT’s are reading the same voltage on phase A.
Repeat procedure with B and C PT’s.
6. Open mains breaker
7. Enter the Synchronizer configuration menu
8. Set Synchronizer Mode to Check.
9. On the Sync screen, verify the Mains Input shows a ++ reading indicating the
voltage and frequency are within specification.
WARNING
Before proceeding to the next step, verify proper isolated operation with a
single or multiple LS units. All LS units should be configured before
configuring the MC.
10. Start an LS unit by asserting both AUTO and RUN w/LOAD digital inputs.
• Unit will start and synchronize to the bus.
• If you have a group breaker and it is not already closed close it now
manually.
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11. Put the MC into run with load by asserting the AUTO and RUN w/LOAD
digital inputs. The MC should not attempt to synchronize the mains breaker
but will not close it.
12. Adjust Synchronizer proportional Gain and Integral Gain for best control
(monitor sync status menu and synchroscope to see phase and slip errors).
13. Use voltmeter to check voltage across mains breaker to assure proper
voltage matching.
14. Use phase rotation meter on mains and bus inputs to verify correct wiring.
15. Set Load/Unload Ramp Times to at least 60 seconds in the Real Load
Control menu.
16. Set BaseLoad Reference to 30% in the Real Load Control menu.
17. Set Synchronizer Mode to Run.
18. Monitor synchroscope status menu. Verify action of synchronizer.
19. After main breaker closes to the bus, monitor KW LOAD Status menu 3 and
4:
• Monitor Load Reference and System Load.
a. System load should be attempting to match load reference
• Monitor Gen Load, Bus Load and Mains Load
a. Note: If Bus or Mains is not configured for 3-phase sensing then
the above values will not match
b. If no plant load is available all of the above loads will match
20. Adjust the load on the LS unit by using the Load Raise and Load Lower
inputs. Set Load Raise/Lower rates if needed.
NOTE
If using a Process input, Set Process Reference to logical level. If using
Import/Export control set Import/Export KW, PF and VAR to logical levels.
21. Once satisfied with load control operation, switch to process control (if
applicable) by closing the Process Enable input.
22. Confirm ramp to process reference level. Adjust Process Gain, Integral,
Derivative, and Deadband for best response.
23. Return to BaseLoad control, by opening the Process input.
24. Set VAR/PF mode to VAR or PF control.
25. Set VAR or PF reference to a logical value that will not overload the LS unit
(i.e. 10kVAR, 0.95LAG).
26. Switch to VAR/PF control by asserting the digital input or using the automatic
feature.
27. Monitor the VAR/PF screen adjust VAR/PF Gain and Integral for stable
reactive load control.
28. Remove RUN w/LOAD input to LS unit.
29. Remove RUN w/LOAD input to MC unit
• Verify unload ramping.
• Verify LS’s breaker opens.
• Verify MC opens group breaker (if applicable)
30. Set BaseLoad Reference, Process Reference, Load Ramp Times, and Load
Control Mode as required for proper operation.
31. Configure next MC unit (if applicable).
32. Move to Application Overview for system operation
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Chapter 6.
Calibration Procedures
Factory Calibrations
All analog I/O is factory calibrated to accuracy levels described in the EGCP-3
Installation Manual. This calibration is not accessible to a user and should never
need to be changed.
AC Voltage Inputs
AC Voltage inputs are calibrated based on the selected hardware PT input level
(70, 120, 240). Therefore, for accurate readings, it is important to select the
correct hardware input level.
When a potential transformer is used between the EGCP-3 and the generator or
mains bus, the transformer will certainly be less accurate than the EGCP-3. The
most common inaccuracy in a properly sized transformer is a turns ratio error.
When multiple transformers are used, such as one per phase, the turns ratio
error is often not the same for each transformer even when purchased from the
same company.
The EGCP-3 allows the user to correct for this error on each phase
independently. The correction factors may be found in the CALIBRATION menu
as VOLTAGE SCALE Factors. If a phase is reading low, increase the correction
to compensate for a low voltage reading. If a phase is reading high, decrease the
correction. Using Watch Window and an accurate probe the phase voltages can
be tuned so that precise values are seen. It is important that the equipment used
to compare readings with the EGCP-3 be at least as accurate as the EGCP-3
itself. A Fluke 87 type meter is generally NOT as accurate and hence does not
make for a very good comparison.
AC Current Inputs
AC Current inputs are calibrated at 5 A. Therefore, for accurate readings, CTs
should be sized to provide nearly 5 A at full load. 1A CTs are not recommended
for use with the EGCP-3.
The current transformers will certainly be less accurate than the EGCP-3 across
the full range. The most common inaccuracy in a properly sized transformer is a
turns ratio error. The EGCP-3 allows the user to correct for this error on each
phase independently. The correction factors may be found in the CALIBRATION
menu as CURRENT SCALE Factors. If the EGCP-3 is reading a low current
value, increase the correction to compensate for a low current reading. If the
EGCP-3 is reading a high current value, decrease the correction. Using Watch
Window and an accurate probe the phase currents can be tuned so that precise
values are seen. It is important that the equipment used to compare readings
with the EGCP-3 be at least as accurate as the EGCP-3 itself. A Fluke 87 type
meter with a clamp on current probe is generally NOT as accurate and hence
does not make for a very good comparison.
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Analog Inputs
The four analog inputs are factory calibrated in both the 4–20 mA current mode
and the 1–5 Vdc voltage mode. For this reason, it is very important to select the
appropriate mode when configuring the inputs.
Although the inputs are accurate, they must be scaled to the device being
connected to the input. This scaling is referred to as calibration in this manual.
The configuration settings are found in the ANALOG INPUT Menu and are called
a Low Calibration Value and a High Calibration Value.
The EGCP-3 will interpolate the analog input using a linear interpolation between
and beyond the two calibration points.
Analog Outputs
The four analog outputs are factory calibrated at 4 mA and 20 mA. Although the
outputs are accurate, they must be scaled to the device being connected to the
output. This scaling is referred to as calibration in this manual. The configuration
settings are found in the ANALOG OUTPUT Menu and are called a Low
Calibration Value and a High Calibration Value.
The EGCP-3 will interpolate the mA level to provide using a linear interpolation
between and beyond the two calibration points.
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Chapter 7.
Mode Control Switch
Introduction
The mode control switch is defined as the three (3) switch inputs labeled, Test,
Run w/ Load, and Auto. The Process Enable and VAR/PF enable switch input
also affect the final mode but does not affect starting conditions. As long as the
physical Auto switch is closed (asserted), the mode switch “inputs” can also be
received via a communication link such as MODBUS or ServLink/WW. In the
case of communication link usage, all three switch “Enable” and switch “Disable”
positions should be sent together as a precaution.
Auto Mode
If the Auto Input is asserted, then a different mode will be selected depending on
the state of the Test Input, Run Input, Process Enable Input, or bus/mains
condition. In all cases, the Auto Input must be asserted for automatic breaker
operation to be engaged. If neither the Test or Run inputs are asserted, the
control will assume any mode command provided from MODBUS or ServLink
communication links.
Process Mode
If the Process Enable digital input is asserted with the Auto and Run w/ Load
input the MC will control all LS’s on the active bus segment that are in parallel
with the mains at its process setpoints. For detailed information about the
process mode, see Chapter 13.
VAR/PF Mode
If the VAR/PF Enable digital input is asserted or the VAR/PF automatic enable is
on (See Reactive Load control menu) together with the Auto and Run w/ Load
input the MC will control all LS’s on the active bus segment that are in parallel
with the mains at its VAR/PF setpoints. For detailed information about the
VAR/PF mode, see Chapter 12.
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Chapter 8.
Application Overview
In this chapter, block diagrams of the control functions are shown to give the
basic signal flow and control methods.
Alarm Logic
The alarm and event logic within the EGCP-3 can be simplified to the below
flowchart. The flowchart also indicates how events can be reset and cleared.
Any Alarm/Fault
Remote
Alarm 1
Silence Horn
DO
Remote Disable
Alarm 6
Alarm/Trip Warning Visual
Mains Faults ... Timing Logic DO
Bus Faults ...
Reset LOM
LOM w/
Alarm ALARMS
Clear OR
Serial
Port
Reset
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Synchronizer
The synchronizer controls the Send Sync, Voltage Raise/Lower and the Speed
Bias to the LON network. It is only active when attempting to synchronize a
breaker.
+
Lower +
+ To LON -
+
Sync Bias
-
+
Phase Matching
Raise + Slip Freq Stpt Configured
+ LON IN -
Send Sync
Speed/Load Raise Phase Matching Stpt
PID
Freq Diff
Mains AØ PT Phase Diff
Mains BØ PT
Mains CØ PT
AC Waveform
Mains Avg. Volt
Processing
Bus AØ PT Voltage
Bus BØ PT Matching
Bus CØ PT Bus Avg. Volt
LON IN -
Send Sync
To LON - Volt
Raise/Lower
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AI Conf ?
Unload Rate
Speed/Load Lower
ATS - CT ZPT
ATS Rate
Baseload Setpoint
Load Time
Lower than Ref
÷ Baseload Mode
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PF
Mains PTs Deadband
Power
Circuits IMP/EXP PF IMP/EXP VAR
Mains CTs PF or VAR?
VAR
PF or VAR?
Deadband
Control
Remote PF Modbus
Enabled?
Modbus PF PF or VAR?
VAR Reference
AI Conf ?
Ramp
&
Remote VAR Modbus
Enabled?
Logic
Modbus PF
Track System Load Ramp
Rate = inf
Rate
Ramp Pause
Rate = 0 Priority
Full Voltage Range ÷
Voltage Ramp Time
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Process Controller
The process controller controls the real and reactive loads using the Real and
Reactive Load Controllers. The output of the process controller is an input to the
load controllers.
Process
Filter Direct/Inverse Action
Process Input Signal
&
MC Breaker Open Deadband
Not Process Mode OR
Unload Command Track System Load
Zero Watt Across Mains
AI Conf ?
High/Low Load
Remote Process Ref Modbus
Enabled? Limit Clamp
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Chapter 9.
Alarms, Protective Relay,
and Diagnostic Summary
Introduction
All Alarms can be configured to perform a specific action when detected. The
complete lists of actions that can be taken are described below. Some alarms
cannot be configured for all Alarm Actions on the list. An action is available only
when the listed actions are appropriate.
Disabled
The EGCP-3 will not look for the alarm condition. No alarm will be logged, sent
over a communication link, or shown on the display.
Warning
When the EGCP-3 detects the event/alarm condition, the alarm will be added to
the current event list and the alarm history log. If a discrete output is configured
to indicate a warning alarm condition, the output will be asserted. The
communication links will indicate a warning alarm condition exists. The generator
set will remain active without changing its operation. The alarm item will remain
in the active alarm list until the condition is removed and an alarm reset is
received.
Visual Alarm
When the EGCP-3 detects the event/alarm condition, the alarm will be added to
the current event list and the alarm history log. The communication links will
indicate a visual alarm condition exists. If a discrete output is configured to
indicate a visual alarm condition, the output will be asserted. This type of alarm
configuration can be used as an additional warning alarm condition. The visual
alarm output will remain active until all visual alarms have been reset The
generator set will remain active without changing its operation. The alarm item
will remain in the active alarm list until the condition is removed and an alarm
reset is received.
Audible Alarm
When the EGCP-3 detects the event/alarm condition, the alarm will be added to
the current event list and the alarm history log. If a discrete output is configured
as an alarm horn, the output will be asserted. The communication links will
indicate an audible alarm condition exists. Pressing the Alarm Clear Key once
will turn off the Alarm Horn output. Alternatively, momentarily asserting the Reset
Alarm/Fault discrete input (if configured) will also turn off the Alarm Horn output.
The horn alarm output will remain off until any other audible alarm condition
becomes active. The horn output will turn off without resetting the alarm. The
alarm item(s) will remain in the active alarm list until the condition is removed and
an alarm reset is received. The generator set will remain active without changing
its operation.
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Stop All Engines
When the EGCP-3 detects the event/alarm condition, the alarm will be added to
the current event list and the alarm history log. If a discrete output is configured
to indicate a Stop All Engines alarm condition, the output will be asserted. The
communication links will indicate a Stop All Engines alarm condition exists. All LS
unit(s) that are stop ready will be told to unload, open the generator breaker, cool
down (if conditions met) and stop. They will remain stopped and not restart
unless all configured shutdown alarms are cleared.
Alarm List
The following table is a list of all alarms generated by the EGCP-3 MC. The
Modbus ID is the Boolean Read address where the status of the named alarm
can be determined via Modbus. Missing alarm numbers are not available in this
control.
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127 Bus Volt Restrained Phase Over Current Alarm BUS VLT R-PH OVR CUR 10201
Bus Volt Restrained Phase Over Current Pre- P-BUS V R-PH OVR CUR 10202
128
Alarm
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The action to be taken for an Over Voltage Pre-Alarm, Over Voltage Alarm,
Under Voltage Pre-Alarm, and Under Voltage Alarm are all independently
configurable. There are separate Delay times for Pre-Alarm and Alarm. The
delay times for Over Voltage and Under Voltage are identical but Mains and Bus
are independently configured.
The Alarm and Pre-Alarm trigger levels for an Over Voltage Pre-Alarm, Over
Voltage Alarm, Under Voltage Pre-Alarm, and Under Voltage Alarm are all
independently configurable. The worst case phase voltage must exceed the
configured level continuously for the delay time before the Alarm or Pre-Alarm
action is taken.
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The diagram below shows how the Pre-Alarm and final Alarm events are
envisioned to operate. Note that the delay times are identical between Over and
Under Voltage event examples but the trigger levels are all separately
configurable.
OV Alarm
Issued
V
OV Pre-Alarm
Issued
OV Alarm LVL
OV Pre-Alarm
LVL
Rated Voltage
UV Pre-Alarm
Actual Issued
Volts
UV Pre-Alarm LVL UV Alarm
Issued
UV Alarm LVL
The action to be taken for an Over Frequency Pre-Alarm, Over Frequency Alarm,
Under Frequency Pre-Alarm, and Under Frequency Alarm are all independently
configurable. There are separate Delay times for Pre-Alarm and Alarm. The
delay times for Over Frequency and Under Frequency are identical but Mains
and Bus are independently configured.
The Alarm and Pre-Alarm trigger levels for an Over Frequency Pre-Alarm, Over
Frequency Alarm, Under Frequency Pre-Alarm, and Under Frequency Alarm are
all independently configurable. The frequency must exceed the level
continuously for the delay time before the Alarm or Pre-Alarm action is taken.
The diagram in Over and Under Voltage above shows how the Pre-Alarm and
final Alarm events are envisioned to operate. The Over and Under Frequency
protective relay function operates in the same manner as the Over and Under
Voltage protective relay function.
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The actions to be taken for a Negative Phase Sequence Over Current Pre-Alarm
or a Negative Phase Sequence Over Current Alarm are both independently
configurable. The Negative Phase Sequence Over Current trigger levels are also
independently configurable for the Pre-Alarm and Alarm. There are separate
Delay times for Pre-Alarm and Alarm. The Negative Phase Sequence Current
must exceed the trigger level continuously for the delay time before the Alarm or
Pre-Alarm action is taken.
The diagram in Over and Under Voltage above shows how the Pre-Alarm and
Alarm events are envisioned to operate. Only the Over Voltage portion of the
diagram is used. The Negative Phase Sequence Over Current protective relay
function operates in the same manner as the Over Voltage protective relay
function.
The actions to be taken for a Negative Phase Sequence Over Voltage Pre-Alarm
or a Negative Phase Sequence Over Voltage Alarm are both independently
configurable. The Negative Phase Sequence Over Voltage trigger levels are also
independently configurable for the Pre-Alarm and Alarm. There are separate
Delay times for Pre-Alarm and Alarm. The Negative Phase Sequence Voltage
must exceed the trigger level continuously for the delay time before the Alarm or
Pre-Alarm action is taken.
The diagram in Over and Under Voltage above shows how the Pre-Alarm and final
Alarm events are envisioned to operate. Only the Over Voltage portion of the
diagram is used. The Negative Phase Sequence Over Voltage protective relay
function operates in the same manner as the Over Voltage protective relay function.
Directional VAR
The Over and Reverse VAR (Export and Import VAR) protective relay is definite
time delay relay. It operates by comparing the actual reactive power to the level
set points for this relay. Only reactive power is of interest for this protection.
For purpose of this alarm, Over VAR for the Bus is defined as a positive value on
the display or Watch Window, and is representative of lagging power factor. CT
orientation will determine if the reading is positive or negative. Physical location
of the PTs and CTs in the system bus layout determines if the power is ‘into’ or
‘out-of’ the bus. Reverse VAR for the Bus is read as negative VAR values, and is
representative of leading power factor.
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Over VAR for the mains is defined as reactive power flowing out of the plant into
the mains. This will be referred to as Export VAR, and is displayed as a positive
value. It is representative of lagging power factor. Reverse VAR for the mains will
be referred to as Import VAR, represented as a negative value and leading
power factor.
Once an alarm is issued, it is latched until the EGCP-3 is reset. The Directional
VAR relays are continuously enabled.
The actions to be taken for all Directional VAR Alarms are all independently
configurable. There are separate Delay times for Pre-Alarm and Alarm. The
delay times for Over and Reverse VAR (Export and Import VAR) are identical but
mains and Bus are independently configured.
The Alarm and Pre-Alarm trigger levels for all Directional VAR Alarms are all
independently configurable. The reactive power level must exceed the trigger
level continuously for the delay time before the Alarm or Pre-Alarm action is
taken.
The diagram in Over and Under Voltage above shows how the Pre-Alarm and
Alarm events are envisioned to operate. The Directional VAR protective relay
function operates in the same manner as the Over and Under Voltage protective
relay function.
Sync Check
The EGCP-3 synchronizer provides the Sync Check protective relay function. It
is listed here due to its nature as a protective relay. It is enabled during
synchronizing only. The synchronizer always performs a Sync Check function
regardless of the configured mode since it will never assert the breaker close
output unless the two A-phase inputs are in sync with each other. The
synchronizer may also be placed in the Permissive Mode which mimics a typical
ANSI 25 device by closing the output when the two sources are in sync.
Battery Voltage
The Battery Voltage protection watches an internal measurement of 24vdc input
supply voltage. One configurable high and one configurable low level trigger are
provided. Since an MC control is not powered from the same supply that would
normally be used to power a starter motor, this alarm is continuously enabled. It
is a definite time protection with a fixed timeout period of 10 seconds. This
timeout is used to ensure that voltage transients due to equipment power up
does not cause erroneous alarms. How the alarms react is independently
configurable.
The load surge alarm compares the real power (watts) on the mains to the same
value sampled at a fixed time in the past. If this value is larger than the alarm
level and there is at least one LS parallel with the mains the alarm is triggered.
The load surge alarm will only sense a load surge flowing out to the mains, which
usually occurs if the mains suddenly becomes unstable. For this reason the
alarm is configured for a LOM condition, but can be configured for any alarm
event.
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Remote Alarms
There are six (6) configurable alarms based on discrete inputs. Each alarm is a
definite time function with an independent configurable delay time. The action
taken by each alarm is configurable for Disabled, Warning, Audible, Visual, Stop
All Engines, Trip Mains Breaker, LOM, and LOM with alarm. Each input may be
configured to consider the active condition as one with +24 Vdc applied to the
input (active high) or with the input floating (active low). The input must meet the
active condition continuously for the delay time before the Alarm action is taken.
Analog Alarms
There are four (4) configurable alarms based on the analog inputs. Each has
High Alarm and High Pre-Alarm level set points and Low Alarm and Low Pre-
Alarm level set points. The Analog Alarms are all definite time alarms with
independent configurable timeouts. The action taken by the Alarms and Pre-
Alarms are all configurable for Disabled, Warning, Audible, Visual, Stop All
Engines, Trip Mains Breaker, LOM, and LOM with alarm.
Directional Power
The Bus Over and Reverse Power protective relays, and Mains Import and
Export Power protective relays are inverse time delay relays. They operate by
comparing the actual real power to the level set point for this relay. Only real
power is of interest for this protection.
Import power for the Mains is power flowing in from the Mains (produced by the
Utility). The Mains KW reading on the front panel or Watch Window will be a
negative value when importing power, and read positive value when exporting.
Likewise, power readings for the bus will read positive or negative. For purpose
of this alarm, CT orientation will determine if the power reading is positive or
negative. Physical location of the PTs and CTs in the system bus layout
determines if the power is ‘into’ or ‘out-of’ the bus. Reverse Power for the Bus is
denoted as negative Power values.
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A configurable time delay setting is provided to shift the inverse time curve along
the time axis. This movement allows adjustment of the trip time at the configured
level. The same shifted curve is used for Pre-Alarms and Alarms so a time shift
done for one will affect the other as well. The same shift is also applied to both
the Over Power and the Reverse Power protective relays. There are also
configurable rated mains import, mains export, bus over and bus reverse power
levels that need to be adjusted. Using these rated values the inverse time curve
can be adjusted to protect the system at all values.
The power level must exceed the level continuously for the calculated delay time
before the Alarm or Pre-Alarm action is taken. The delay time is always being
recalculated for the present power input value. Once an alarm is issued, it is
latched until the EGCP-3 is reset. The Directional Power relays are continuously
enabled.
The below graph shows how the Pre-Alarm and final Alarm settings relate to
actual and rated power levels. Notice the delay time for the over power pre-alarm
is longer than the delay time for the over power alarm. This time difference
results from the difference in the actual power compared to the pre-alarm and
alarm set points. A long time delay is seen when the actual power is only slightly
higher than the pre-alarm level. When the actual power goes above the alarm
level it goes noticeably higher so the time delay is shorter. In order to determine
the calculated delay and to see how the curve shift is used, refer to the second
graph below.
P OP Alarm
OP Pre-Alarm Issued
Issued
Over Pwr
Alarm LVL
Over Pwr
Pre-Alarm LVL
Rated Power
Actual
Power
0 t
Rev Pwr
Pre-Alarm LVL Calculated Calculated
RP Pre-Alarm
Delay Delay Issued
Rev Pwr
Alarm LVL RP Alarm
Issued
Calculated Calculated
Delay Delay
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The graph below shows how the inverse time curve is applied to the directional
power protective relay. Note the same curve shift applies to both Bus Over and
Bus Reverse Power. Likewise, for the Mains, the same curve shift would apply to
both Import and Export Power.
P Curve Shift
(same as below)
Calculated OP
Over Pwr Alarm Delay
Alarm LVL
Calculated OP
Over Pwr Pre-Alarm Delay
Pre-Alarm LVL
Rated Power
0 t
Rev Pwr
Pre-Alarm LVL Calculated RP
Pre-Alarm Delay
Rev Pwr
Alarm LVL Calculated RP
Alarm Delay
Curve Shift
(same as above)
A configurable time delay setting is provided to shift the inverse time curve along
the time axis. This movement allows adjustment of the minimum trip time at the
configured level. The same shifted curve is used for Pre-Alarms and Alarms so a
time shift done for one will affect the other as well.
The worst case current level must exceed the configured level continuously for
the calculated delay time before the Alarm or Pre-Alarm action is taken. The
delay time is always being recalculated for the present current input. Once an
alarm is issued, it is latched until the EGCP-3 is reset. The Phase Over Current
protective relay is continuously enabled.
The diagram in Directional Power above shows how the Pre-Alarm and final
Alarm events are envisioned to operate as well as the interaction with the inverse
time curve. Only the Over Power portion of the diagram is used. The Phase Over
Current protective relay function operates in the same manner as the Over
Power protective relay function.
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A configurable time delay setting is provided to shift the inverse time curve along
the time axis. This movement allows adjustment of the minimum trip time at the
configured level. The same shifted curve is used for Pre-Alarms and Alarms so a
time shift done for one will affect the other as well.
The protective relay uses the average of the phase voltages to modify the Pre-
Alarm and Alarm trigger levels. The phase current event trigger level is adjusted
proportional to the voltage. The relationship is a 1:1 scaling. For example, if the
bus voltage is at 100% of rated, the trigger level is unmodified. However, if the
voltage is at 25% of rated, the phase current trigger level will also be scaled to
25% of the configured trigger level. A simple proportional multiplier is used for
this purpose multiplying both the Pre-Alarm level and the Alarm level by the
voltage-derived scalar. The figure below shows the relationship between the
current alarm level multiplier and the voltage level.
The scaled worst case current level must exceed the level continuously for the
calculated delay time before the Alarm or Pre-Alarm action is taken. The delay
time is always being recalculated for the present current input. Once an alarm is
issued, it is latched until the EGCP-3 is reset. The Voltage Restrained Phase
Over Current protective relay is continuously enabled.
100
80
60
40
20
0
0 20 40 60 80 100
% Overcurrent Trip
The diagram in Directional Power above shows how the Pre-Alarm and Alarm
events are envisioned to operate as well as the interaction with the inverse time
curve. Only the Over Power portion of the diagram is used. The Voltage
Restrained Phase Over Current protective relay function operates in the same
manner as the Phase Over Current protective relay function except that the
trigger level is automatically scaled proportional to the bus voltage.
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A configurable time delay setting is provided to shift the inverse time curve along
the time axis. This movement allows adjustment of the minimum trip time at the
configured level. The same shifted curve is used for Pre-Alarms and Alarms so a
time shift done for one will affect the other as well.
The worst-case current differential must exceed the trigger level continuously for
the calculated delay time before the Alarm or Pre-Alarm action is taken. The
delay time is always being recalculated for the present current imbalance level
input. Once an alarm is issued, it is latched until the EGCP-3 is reset. The Phase
Current Differential protective relay is continuously enabled.
The below graph shows how the Pre-Alarm and Alarm settings relate to actual
current imbalance levels. The current imbalance levels are internally normalized
against the rated current. This provides the inverse time function with a valid
comparison because the IEEE definition is only valid above 1 per unit.
Nevertheless, the configuration values for the Alarm and Pre-Alarm Level are to
be entered as the actual allowed difference. The EGCP-3 will automatically add
Rated Current to the configured value.
A
Alarm
Issued
Alarm LVL
Pre-Alarm
Actual Current Imbalance
Issued
Pre-Alarm LVL
0 t
Calculated Calculated
Delay Delay
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In order to determine the calculated delay and to see how the curve shift is used,
refer to the graph below. The Phase Current Imbalance protective relay function
operates in nearly the same manner as the Over Power protective relay function
except that rated current is automatically added into the percentage calculation
for the IEEE inverse time curve input. The information is provided in case an
exact trip time must be calculated.
A Curve Shift
Calculated
Alarm LVL + Alarm Delay
Rated Current
Calculated
Pre-Alarm Delay
Pre-Alarm LVL+
Rated Current
Rated Current
The EGCP-3 takes the ratio of the input being used (phase current, power, etc.)
to the rated value of that unit. The inverse time curve always uses a ratio of rated
for its data element.
The inverse time curve plotted below is defined in IEEE C37.112 as the Very
Inverse formula
⎛ A ⎞
Time = ⎜ p + B⎟ ∗ D
⎝ x −1 ⎠
where:
The amount of time to wait before an alarm is issued for the given value of x. As x
Time
increases, the time will decrease.
X A ratio of the measured parameter in protection to rated value.
A IEEE defined constant that affects the curve shape. It is fixed at 19.61.
B IEEE defined constant that affects the curve position. It is fixed at 0.491
P IEEE defined constant that defines the curve type. It is fixed at 2.
Adjustable time delay. This allows the curve to be shifted along the time axis by a
D
variable amount., 0.01 to 10.0, default =1.0
For high alarms: If the input is less than the Alarm level and Pre-Alarm level, no
action will be taken. When the input is above the Pre-Alarm level, the configured
action will be taken for the pre-alarm after the timeout defined by the formula.
When the input is above the Alarm level, the appropriate (and typically more
severe) action will be taken after the (shorter) timeout defined by the formula.
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For low alarms: If the input is greater than the Alarm level and Pre-Alarm level,
no action will be taken. When the input is less than the Pre-Alarm level, the
configured action will be taken for the pre-alarm after the timeout defined by the
formula. When the input is less than the Alarm level, the appropriate (and
typically more severe) action will be taken after the (shorter) timeout defined by
the formula.
The IEEE curve implemented is the Very Inverse curve defined in IEEE C37.112
and matches the IEC curve defined in IEC 255-03 except for the additional time
shift (B) that is not defined in IEC. The formula will not function at rated or below
rated for the parameter in protection. Therefore, if a trip value is set at or below
rated, the timeout for these conditions will be fixed at 10 seconds. This causes a
discontinuity in the curve at 100% rated. The values for A and B in the IEEE
formula change at the discontinuity point. The constant A becomes 0 and the
constant B becomes 10. Due to the location of the B constant and the D variable,
the 10-second timeout will also adjust with the curve shift.
The figure below is a set of curves showing the IEEE Very Inverse formula
plotted three times. The center plot is the default curve with no level shift, Shift
value = 1.0. The upper plot is the same curve with a level shift of five. The lower
plot is the same curve with a level shift of 0.1. Note the curve shape does not
change. Also note the fixed timing at or below rated as shown by the straight
horizontal line; and note how the fixed timing is varied with the curve shift. The
EGCP-3 curve does extend to the right beyond the time shown.
Also shown below is a figure with the Inverse Time Curve converted to linear axis
scale. The values used in the EGCP-3 extend above 25 second delay between
1.0 and 1.35, and also extend to the right beyond the ratio of 5.0.
NOTE
The below figures have reversed axes from previous figures in this chapter
in order to simplify the above descriptions. All figures show the same
method of applying the inverse time curve.
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1000.0
100.0
Delay Time (s)
Default Curve
10.0
Curve Level shifted by 0.1
1.0
0.1
10.00
0.10 1.00
Input Value / Rated Value
30
25
20
Delay (sec)
15
10
0
0 1 2 3 4 5 6
Ratio (Input/Rated)
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Example: If an alarm set point is 150% of the rated (1.5 ratio), and the input is at
this 150% value, and the shift = 1.0, the delay will be 16 seconds. When shift = 5,
delay will be 80 seconds. When shift = 0.1, delay will be 1.6 seconds. As the
input value exceeds the setpoint, the delay will become shorter.
Example: For an Over Current Trip Relay function: If Rated Phase Current is
500 Amps, and a trip delay of 5.0 second is desired at 700 Amp.
Ratio = (700/500) = 1.4
⎛ 19.61 ⎞
⎜ 2 + 0.491⎟ ∗ 1.0 = 20.9
⎝ 1.4 − 1 ⎠
Normalized Delay = 20.9 sec.
The curve shift value of 0.24 is required to meet the desired level and delay
requirement.
Diagnostics
The following table is a concise list of all diagnostic alarms generated by the
EGCP-3. The Modbus ID is the Boolean Read address where the status of the
named diagnostic can be determined via Modbus. Some diagnostic actions are
not configurable but force a specific action to be taken.
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If an analog input measures a value less than 2 mA or greater than 22 mA, this
diagnostic becomes true. When the input is configured as a voltage input, the
equivalent range is 0.5 V at the low end and 5.5 volts at the high end. This
diagnostic is always enabled.
The default action is Warning, so when this diagnostic occurs, by, it is logged in
the event list as a warning and the warning output is engaged. From the Front
panel or Watch Window it can be configured for: Disabled, Warning, Visual
Alarm, Audible Alarm, Stop All Engines or Trip Mains Breaker.
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There is a LED on the top of the board closest to the display, labeled CPU.
Check the LED to see if it is blinking, solid on, or off. If it is blinking, make a note
of how many times it blinks before it starts the sequence over. There will be a
long pause when the sequence is starting over. The LED may blink up to 24
times in a sequence. Making a note of the LED status will help Woodward
applications staff determine the nature of the problem.
Before calling Woodward, cycle power to the EGCP-3. The board fault may clear
by itself and allow normal operation again. If, after cycling power to the EGCP-3,
the board fault remains, call Woodward for assistance in troubleshooting.
From Watch Window Shutdown and Alarms menu, it can be configured for:
Disabled, Warning, Visual Alarm, Audible Alarm, Stop All Engines or Trip Mains
Breaker. The default action is to initiate a Stop All Engines.
Configuration Check
The EGCP-3 performs some configuration checks to determine if the control is
configured in a manner that is inconsistent, dangerous, or non-functional. An
error message is issued if the EGCP-3 finds a configuration error.
This check covers:
• The same feature should not be assigned to more than one discrete input.
• The same feature should not be assigned to more than one analog input.
• Value entered for Rated Watts must be between 70% to 100% of entered
Rated VA.
• Entered Rated VAR should be between 0.0 and 70% of Rated VA.
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Status Indicators
Both the SmartCore board and the PowerSense board have red status LEDs
which indicate internal CPU detected errors. These indicators are useful for
troubleshooting problems. The status LEDs on the PowerSense board are
located on the bottom edge(when panel mounted) of the board between
terminals 36 and 45 (terminals 37-45 are not used). The status LED on the
SmartCore board is next to terminal 82.
Check the LED to see if it is blinking, solid on, or off. It is normal for both board’s
status LEDs to be on for approximately 60 sec during power-up tests, then turn
off. If an LED is blinking, make a note of how many times it blinks before it starts
the sequence over. There will be a long pause when the sequence is starting
over. The PowerSense board LED may blink up to 24 times in a sequence. The
SmartCore board LED may blink up to 14 times in a sequence.
Interpretation of the LED flash codes is not provided here since it will not help the
user to correct the problem. However, the flash codes will help Woodward
personnel in troubleshooting the problem.
The PowerSense board also has LEDs for the LON status, these are located
next to the CPU status LED. The center LON Status LED will flash green to
indicate the LON communication is operational. The rate of flashing indicates the
amount of “traffic” on the LON network. The LON Service LED will be off during
normal operation. The Service LED may turn on during power-up tests, but will
turn off when the application is running. If this LED is flashing, the rate of flashes
will indicate the possible LON network problem.
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Chapter 10.
Synchronizer Description
Introduction
Synchronization is the matching of the output voltage waveform of one
synchronous alternating current electrical generator with the voltage waveform of
another alternating current electrical system. For the two systems to be
synchronized and connected in parallel, five conditions must be considered:
• Number of phases in each system
• Direction of rotation of the phases
• Voltage amplitudes of the two systems
• Frequencies of the two systems
• Phase angle of the voltage of the two systems
The first two conditions are determined when the equipment is specified,
installed, and wired. The synchronizer matches the remaining conditions
(voltage, frequency, and phase) before the paralleling breaker is closed.
Functional Description
The Synchronizer is the functional section in software and hardware of the
EGCP-3 that synchronizes the mains to the bus and closes breakers. To
accomplish this the synchronizer has four outputs, a speed bias output, a voltage
raise/lower output, and a breaker/contactor command. Working with the outputs
are the four “modes” of operation. These modes may be configured from the
front panel or any of the communications links (ServLink Watch Window,
Modbus). The last command given from any of these sources dictates the
synchronizer mode.
Operating Modes
Run mode allows normal automatic synchronizer operation and breaker closure
signals. It will only occur if the Mode Switch input is in Auto. The Raise/Lower
Speed and Voltage panel switches are ignored. The sync speed bias signal
(explained below) is maintained throughout the breaker closure signal. The
voltage raise/lower signal is also maintained throughout the breaker closure
signal if voltage matching is enabled. When the specified closure signal time has
elapsed or the CB (circuit breaker) aux contact closure signal is received, the
synchronizer is automatically turned off.
The Check mode allows normal synchronizing and voltage matching, but does
not issue a breaker closure signal. It will only occur if the Auto Mode Switch input
is asserted. The Raise/Lower Speed and Voltage panel switches are ignored. It
is used during commissioning or if the user wishes only to close a breaker
manually. The mode applies to closure of both the group and mains breakers.
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Dead Bus
The dead bus closing function may be enabled or disabled during configuration.
The dead bus detection level depends on the three hardware range selections
for the PT inputs. A dead bus will be indicated when the voltage is less than
27,40, or 80 Vac L-N respectively. On a deadbus, realization the MC will send a
deadbus acknowledgement over the LON. In order for the MC to gain permission
to close the breaker, all units must acknowledge the deadbus and deliver a
deadbus token to the MC. The synchronizer will allow breaker closure only if the
bus breaker aux contact indicates the breaker is open AND the configuration for
dead bus is enabled AND the bus or mains voltage is below the threshold AND
the deadbus token is received from the rest of the units communicating on the
LON.
Integral gain determines how quickly the synchronizer responds to a large error
in phase or frequency. It prevents low frequency hunting and damping (overshoot
or undershoot) when the synchronizer is first enabled or when a speed transient
occurs during synchronizing. Lower the value to slow the response.
Slip Frequency
In larger systems, it is often desirable for the oncoming generator(s) speed to be
slightly higher than the mains when the group breaker is closed. This assures
that power immediately flows out of the generator(s) and into the system. The
slip frequency synchronizing function is enabled when the Sync Type
configuration setting indicates Slip Frequency. A Slip Window and a Slip
Frequency may be configured. The Slip Frequency is the exact frequency
difference desired between the mains and bus. The Slip Window is the amount of
error around the slip frequency that is allowed. The phase error must be within
the Phase Match Window before a breaker close command output will be issued.
The synchronizer automatically controls the sync speed bias at the specified slip
frequency. Gain and Stability adjustments to the slip frequency PI controller are
provided to allow stable operation of the automatic synchronizer function over a
wide range of system dynamics.
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Phase Match
The phase matching synchronizing mode corrects the frequency and phase of
the LS unit(s) to lock it to the mains frequency and phase. Phase matching
synchronizing is exclusive of the slip frequency method. The EGCP-3 uses signal
processing techniques to derive the difference in phase of the mains A and bus A
phase voltage signals. When there is a difference, the synchronizer sends a
correction signal to the sync speed bias. The correction signal from the sync
speed bias output to LS units tells the LS’s to increase or decrease engine speed
depending on whether the slip is faster or slower than the mains. Corrections will
occur when the phase is not within the configured phase match window. Slip
Window is not used in Phase Match mode.
Voltage Match
The voltage of a bus containing several parallel generators must be matched to
the mains within a small percentage to minimize the reactive power flow upon
breaker closure and to maximize breaker contact life. If a synchronous generator
is paralleled to a larger system such as a utility, a difference in voltages before
paralleling will not change the voltage of the mains. If the generator voltage is
lower than the mains voltage, reactive power will be drawn from the mains and
used to excite the generator to the higher mains voltage. In the case where the
generator voltage is low enough, the reactive power flow could motorize the
generator with potential damage to the generator windings.
The voltage matching function of the EGCP-3 uses bus A phase and mains A
phase signals. True RMS measurements are compared and matched. The
processor issues appropriate raise or lower commands to the LON
communications to bring the voltage of the generators controlled by LS units
within the specified window of the mains voltage. Once the difference between
bus and mains is within the configured voltage match window, the voltage
raise/lower commands will not be moved. If the voltage match falls out of the
window, the voltage raise/lower will again affect a change to bring the bus
voltage back into compliance.
Synch-check
The synch-check function is enabled when the Permissive mode is selected as
described earlier. The synch-check function determines when all conditions for
proper synchronization are satisfied and energizes the breaker closure relay.
The mains and bus voltage comparison is made if the voltage matching function
is enabled. The bus voltage must be within the specified voltage window before
the breaker closure command may be given.
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To minimize transients, the breaker must be closed when the phase difference
between the mains and bus is near zero. Due to delays in any interposing relays
and to the delay in closing the circuit breaker, the synchronizer may initiate the
breaker closing ahead of the zero phase point. The control uses slip frequency
and the specified breaker delay to predict breaker closure. The phase window
and slip frequency (and slip window) provide maximum and minimum conditions
on the prediction. When all conditions of voltage and phase are met, then the
breaker closure command is given.
When the Permissive or Check modes are selected, the number of close
attempts is considered infinite.
Note that if either sensed bus is set to use single phase sensing, the phase
rotation check is not available.
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Output Asserted
Breaker Close
De-Energized
Breaker Close Output
Start Synchronizing
CB Hold Time
Phase (Slip) &
Voltage matched Aux Feedback Stop
False Synchronizing
Sync Off
Phase and Voltage Matching Reclose Delay Period Phase and Voltage Matching
Synchronizer Timeout Period
De-Energized
Breaker Close Output
Output Asserted
Breaker Close
Breaker/Contactor Control
The mains and group breaker outputs are configured independently of each
other. Either one or both may be configured as breakers or contactors. Open and
Close logic for each type is indicated below.
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In Breaker operation the EGCP-3 control has a pulsed output to the breaker
closing circuit, and a separate pulsed output to give an open command the
breaker shunt trip circuit. For Contactor type operation, a constant level close
command holds the contactor closed, this command is removed to open the
contactor.
Shunt Trip
When Breaker type logic is selected, two digital outputs will be used for breaker
operation. The shunt trip output is used to open the breaker. Mains shunt trip is
digital output 4 and can be configured for normally closed or normally open
operation. Group breaker shunt trip can be configured as any configurable digital
output, and set for normally closed or normally open operation.
When the EGCP-3 wishes to open a breaker (shunt trip), it will de-energize or
energize the output to the breaker shunt trip discrete output depending on
Normally Open or Normally Closed configuration.
Breaker/Contactor Closure
If the breaker closure conditions are met, the synchronizer will give a breaker
closure command for a time equal to the Breaker Hold Time configuration
setting. If breaker closure feedback (breaker auxiliary contact) is not received
within the Breaker Hold Time configuration setting, a failed close attempt
condition exists. The synchronizer will not attempt to close the breaker again for
a time equal to the Reclose Delay configuration. If the breaker closure feedback
signal is received, and then lost before the Reclose Delay time, this is also a
failed close attempt. If the number of failed close attempts is equal to the Close
Attempts configuration, the synchronizer is latched into the Auto-Off mode. A
Reclose Attempts Alarm will be issued according to the Reclose Attempts Alarm
Configuration. Also, if the total time to synchronize, including reclose attempts
and delays, exceeds the Synchronizer Time-Out Alarm configuration prior to the
reclose attempts expiring, the synchronizer will be latched into the Auto-Off
mode.
The user also has the ability to configure breaker or contactor logic for breaker
closure. This configuration may be set for each breaker (mains and group)
independently. When configured as a breaker the output is held on until an
auxiliary contact feedback is received or for the Breaker Hold Time
configuration—whichever is shorter. When configured as a contactor, the output
will be held on, as long as the auxiliary contact feedback is first sensed within the
Breaker Hold Time configuration. The output will also follow the auxiliary contact
input if the input indicates the contactor has opened.
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Chapter 11.
Real Load Control Description
Introduction
The Real Load Controller is the section of the MC that controls the real power
management of the system whenever any LS loadshare unit is parallel with the
mains. The MC controls the LS units by sending a load command (Lon In -
LOAD_CMD) to the LS units through the LON. The load command is a value
between 0 and 100 and is interpreted by the LS units as the percentage of their
rated load that they are to operate.
For example, if an MC sends a load command of 25 to two units on its active bus
segment that are rated at 100 kW (Unit 1) and 400kW (Unit 2) respectively. The
load command of 25 will be interpreted by unit 1 as a command to generate
25kW. Unit 2 will interpret the command as 100 kW.
Functional Description
The MC’s load controller is a load command broadcaster and therefore does not
have any direct PID functionality. In order to control changes in the load
command the unit transitions to different set points by setting a target and then
using a configured ramp rate to increase or decrease to the that value. This
method insures bumpless transitions between load control modes.
NOTE
All process methods will be discussed in Chapter 13. It should be noted that
when the load controller is in Process mode the ramping characteristics of
the load control are dictated by the process PID or the import/export
deadband controller and not by the load control ramp rates. Separate
process ramp rates are available for these modes of operation.
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When the digital inputs Load Raise/Lower are asserted, the LOAD_CMD is
changed at a rate dictated by the load and unload rates. These rates are
configured as percent per second (%/sec) and will raise or lower the
LOAD_CMD towards 100 or 0, respectively, at these rates.
For all other changes to the LOAD_CMD the load and unload times are used.
The rate at which the LOAD_CMD is changed is dictated by the following
equations in %/sec:
Internal BaseLoad
BaseLoad operation is performed any time at least one LS unit is operating in
parallel with the mains and the Enable Process digital input is not asserted.
BaseLoad for the MC is a fixed load command (LOAD_CMD) sent over the LON
to all of the LS units. When Internal BaseLoad is active, the MC load control will
ramp the LOAD_CMD to the BaseLoad configuration setting using the Load or
Unload Time, whichever applies. In addition, the user also has the ability to stop
the ramp with the activation of the Load Raise/Lower switches or the Ramp
Pause switch. If the Load Raise/Lower switches are activated during a ramp, the
LOAD_CMD assumes the current load. If the Ramp Pause is removed, the ramp
will continue to the BaseLoad set point.
Once the load has reached the BaseLoad configuration setting, the user has the
ability to change the load reference using the Load Raise/Lower switches. When
these switches are activated, the load is ramped at the Load or Unload Rate,
whichever applies. When switching from any other mode to BaseLoad, the
BaseLoad configuration setting becomes the current load reference in order to
provide for a bumpless mode transfer.
Configuration Example
(WW Commands)
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During operation the Load Raise/Lower switches have been used and the
operator wants to return to the internal baseload reference.
Manual
Manual operation can always be assumed by using the Load Raise/Lower
switches. When these switches are activated, the LOAD_CMD is ramped at the
Load or Unload Rate, whichever applies.
Remote BaseLoad
A Remote BaseLoad mode is a mode where the LOAD_CMD is determined by
an analog input. If an analog input is configured for BaseLoad Reference (First
Time Configuration menu), the analog input reference will automatically be used
in place of the internal BaseLoad setting. When switching from any other mode
to Remote BaseLoad Control mode, or if changes are made in Remote
BaseLoad Control, the LOAD_CMD is ramped to match the Remote BaseLoad
Reference (the analog input) using the Load or Unload Time, whichever applies.
In the Remote BaseLoad mode, the Speed/Load Raise/Lower panel switches will
also be available to raise or lower the reference. When these switches are
activated, the LOAD_CMD is ramped at the Load or Unload Rate, whichever
applies. In addition, the user also has the ability to stop the ramp with the
activation of the Ramp Pause switch.
NOTE
Remote Baseload is limited to high and low analog input calibration values of 0 and
100. The operator can configure the analog input for larger or smaller values but
the MC will limit the range. If the operator configures the analog input for larger
values the resolution will not be as accurate.
Configuration Example
(WW Commands)
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Reset Load
The Reset Load mode switch is used to reset the BaseLoad set point. When the
Reset Load mode switch is activated by DI, Modbus or ServLink/WW, and then
deactivated and the load control is in Internal BaseLoad control mode, the load
control will ramp the LOAD_CMD to the current internal reference (configuration
setting) using the Load or Unload Time. In addition, the user also has the ability
to stop the ramp with the activation of the Load Raise/Lower switches. If the
Load Raise/Lower switches are activated during a ramp the current load
becomes the load reference.
Ramp Pause
When the Ramp Pause mode switch is activated, by DI, Modbus or
ServLink/WW, the LOAD_CMD ramp will pause and hold the current load. When
the switch is opened again, the load ramp will continue to the present set point.
The Ramp Pause mode switch will not stop the LOAD_CMD from ramping if a
shutdown (Stop All Engines) is present.
Unload
If the Unload mode switch is activated, by DI, Modbus or ServLink/WW, while the
MC is in control of the LOAD_CMD, the LOAD_CMD will ramp to the Unload
Level configuration setting and remain there until the Unload mode switch is
deactivated.
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Chapter 12.
Reactive Load Control Description
Introduction
The VAR/PF (Volt Amp Reactive or Power Factor) controller adjusts the reactive
power component of the generators controlled by LS units in systems that are in
parallel with the mains. The controller compares either the reactive power on the
mains with a reactive power setpoint, or the PF on the mains with a PF set point,
and makes corrections to the PF command (PF_CMD) sent to the LON until the
desired reactive power is obtained. The VAR/PF mode is activated by closing a
digital input configured for Enable VAR/PF Control or by using the VAR/PF
AUTO ENABLE found in the Reactive Load Control configuration menu.
Functional Description
The VAR/PF controller is determined by the VAR/PF Mode selection in the
Reactive Load menu. Two methods of control are employed depending on the
mode of operation of the MC. All modes that do not involve Import/Export control
apply PI control action to the control of reactive power (derivative action is not
available in reactive power control). Import/Export control applies a deadband
controller because of the possibility of zero real power transfer across the mains,
which causes oscillatory PI control action because of the rapid change in actual
VAR/PF across the mains.
VAR/PF control by the master is always in Manual control unless the mode is
activated by closing a digital input configured for Enable VAR/PF Control or by
using the VAR/PF AUTO ENABLE. Another control stipulation is that the LS units
that the MC is controlling must have the VAR/PF enabled as well. When the PI or
deadband controllers generate a control action, this MC sends a PF_CMD over
the LON to the LS units. The LS units then take the value and adjust the voltage
bias sent to their individual voltage regulators.
NOTE
The LS units will only listen to the MC commands if their VAR/PF is enabled,
otherwise they will take no action.
WARNING
If the MC has VAR/PF control enabled and the LS units that it is controlling
are not VAR/PF enabled the PID may wind-up. If the LS units are then
VAR/PF control enabled the voltage may become oscillatory.
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Manual
To adjust the VAR/PF on the system in Manual mode the Voltage Raise/Lower
switches are used to change the PF_CMD sent over the LON. This mode will
work if the VAR/PF is enabled or disabled but will only adjust the PF reference
and not the VAR reference as shown on the PF/VAR status screen.
VAR Control
The VAR control adjusts the PF_CMD to maintain a set reactive power (VAR)
load on the mains throughout the kW operating range. A configuration setting is
provided to set the desired VARs. The VAR control function only will work when
VAR/PF control is enabled.
The VAR/PF control is in VAR Control when the load control mode is in
BaseLoad or Process (but not Import/Export), and the VAR control mode is
selected and enabled. When switching to this mode, the VAR control will ramp
the VAR reference to match the VAR configuration setting at a rate determined
by the Voltage Ramp Rate. The user has the ability to stop the ramp with the
activation of the Voltage Raise/Lower switches or the Ramp Pause switch. Once
the VAR load has reached the VAR configuration setting, the user has the ability
to change the VAR load reference using the Voltage Raise/Lower switches.
When these switches are activated, the VAR load reference is ramped at a rate
determined by the Voltage Ramp Rate.
The reference value is sent to the PI controller where it is compared to the actual
VAR load on the mains. Two configurables are available to control the response,
proportional gain and integral gain and can be adjusted to tune the performance
of the control. The PI controller will then send a PF_CMD between ±0.5 over the
LON to the LS units.
Configuration Example
(WW Commands)
An operator wants to control his plant in baseload. The plant has a high motor
load so reactive power consumption is usually a problem. In order to avoid utility
penalties for reactive power consumption the operator would like to export 10
kVAR to the utility.
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PF Control
The power factor (PF) control adjusts the PF_CMD to maintain a set PF on the
mains throughout the kW operating range. A configuration setting is provided to
set the desired PF. The PF control function only will work when VAR/PF control
is enabled.
The VAR/PF control is in PF Control when the load control mode is in BaseLoad
or Process (Import/Export PF and VAR control is found in a later section), and
the PF control mode is selected and enabled. When switching to this mode, the
PF control will ramp the PF reference to the Power Factor configuration setting at
a rate determined by the Voltage Ramp Time. The user has the ability to stop the
ramp with the activation of the Voltage Raise/Lower switches or the Ramp Pause
switch. Once the Power Factor has reached the Power Factor configuration
setting, the user has the ability to change the Power Factor reference using the
Voltage Raise/Lower switches. When these switches are activated, the PF load
reference is ramped at a rate determined by the Voltage Ramp Rate. The
reference value is sent to the PI controller where it is compared to the actual PF
on the mains. The actual PF has a deadband to prevent excessive control. The
three configurables that are available to control the response; proportional gain,
integral gain and deadband can be adjusted to tune the performance of the
control. The PI controller will then send a PF_CMD between ±0.5 over the LON
to the LS units.
Configuration Example
(WW Commands)
An operator wants to control his plant in process. The plant has a high motor
load so reactive power consumption is usually a problem. In order to avoid utility
penalties for reactive power consumption the operator would like to keep the PF
on the mains at 0.95 leading which means that the utility is still supplying reactive
power to the plant but the operator is in control of the consumption from the
utility.
Remote Control
When the remote control mode is selected, the PF or VAR reference level is
determined by an analog input. Remote Control with analog inputs works the
same way as the above control methods. The analog input becomes the
reference value; the Voltage Ramp Rate is used for all raise and lower
adjustments; and the reference value and actual value are used by the PI control
to develop a PF_CMD that is sent to the LON.
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To use a Remote VAR/PF reference an Analog Input must be set to either VAR
reference or PF reference. The VAR/PF mode must also be set to Remote
control. The analog input high and low calibration values must also be set up but
will have different values depending on which configuration is used.
For PF control the MC limits the input into the reference to ± 50. This value would
correspond to a reference of 0.5 LEAD to 0.5 LAG. For example, if the operator
would like to set up the analog input to control PF on the mains between
0.9LEAD (4mA) to 0.9LAG (20mA) the high and low calibration would become ±
10.
For VAR control the MC limits the input to ± Rated Mains VAR. The input should
be calibrated to the VAR values that are desired. The MC will then use this
number to create a percentage of rated VAR that is then sent to the PI control.
For example, if the operator would like to set up the analog input to control VAR
on the mains between –100 and 500kVAR, where the rated mains VAR level was
1000kVAR, the high and low calibration would become –100 and 500.
Configuration Example
(WW Commands)
Set up an analog input that will regulate the VARs at the mains to between –
2000 to 1000kVAR. The rated mains VAR is 2500kVAR.
Set up an analog input that will regulate the PF at the mains to between
0.95LEAD to 0.80LAG.
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• Optional:
o Configure Label, High and Low Alarms and Pre Alarms
Configuration Example
(WW Commands)
An operator wants to control his plant in Import/Export. He only wants to
purchase power from the utility in an emergency but wants to remain in parallel in
case one of the generators fails. The operator also wants to export VAR to
stabilize the voltage on the distribution line but wants to keep this in the range of
0.95LAG.
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Configuration Example
(WW Commands)
Set up MODBUS to regulate the PF at the mains to between 0.95LEAD to
0.80LAG.
Ramp Pause
When the Ramp Pause mode switch is activated, by DI, Modbus or
ServLink/WW, the LOAD_CMD ramp will pause and hold the current load. When
the switch is opened again, the load ramp will continue to the present set point.
The Ramp Pause mode switch will not stop the LOAD_CMD from ramping if a
shutdown (Stop All Engines) is present.
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Chapter 13.
Process Control Description
Introduction
Process control is a method by which the EGCP-3 MC will vary the LOAD_CMD
and/or PF_CMD sent to the LS units in order to increase or decrease a
measured parameter (temperature, pressure, kW, etc) that is being analyzed by
the MC. The two methods of performing this operation are by Process or
Import/Export. Process control is typically a method of controlling temperature or
pressure in a thermodynamic process, but is not limited to these two variables.
Import/Export control is a method of controlling the real and reactive power being
consumed by a plant through the mains breaker.
Functional Description
Process control is enabled when the Enable Process Control digital input is
asserted. The mode of control is configured in the Process control menu as
Temperature/Pressure or Import/Export. When the process control is enabled,
the error signal between the process reference and process signal is input to a
PID controller. The output of the process controller is a load reference to the
Real Load Controller, which then generates a LOAD_CMD to the LS units.
For the Import/Export process control function the controlled parameter is the
Mains Watt, PF or VAR levels. The MC applies configured or remote reference
values and the actual power on the mains to the PID controller, which then
generates a reference for the Real Load Controller.
When the process control is enabled, the process controller will ramp the
process reference until the Process Input matches Process Reference at the
Load or Unload Rate, whichever applies. When the process reference is the
internal configured value, the user has the ability to change the set point using
the Load Raise/Lower switches. When these switches are activated, the process
reference is ramped at the Load or Unload Rate, whichever applies. If a remote
reference or Modbus reference is used, the Raise/Lower load switches will also
be available. When switching from any other load control mode to Process
Control, the current load becomes the new process reference, and the reference
begins ramping from that point. This provides for a bumpless mode transfer.
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Temperature/Pressure
Temperature/Pressure process control derives its feedback signal (process
input) from an analog input. The analog input limits for this operation can be
configured for any values because the MC will normalize these values before
using the input in the PID. The reference value for the PID can be derived from
two locations; the internal configurable or an analog input reference. Before
these values are sent to the PID, they are scaled by the high and low limits of the
feedback signal (process input). Care must be taken to select a reference value
that will be within the calibrated limits of the process input or the PID will ramp to
its limits and not control correctly.
The process action (First Time Config menu) can also be selected for Direct or
Indirect control. If the control is configured for Direct control a positive error
between the reference and the input will increase the PID output and therefore
increase the LOAD_CMD sent to the LS units. If configured for indirect action a
positive error will decrease the PID output and the LOAD_CMD sent to the LS
units. Another method of visualizing the control action is illustrated in the
following figure:
4 mA 4 mA
0 100 0 100
Load Command Load Command
For indirect action, an increase in load command will decrease the process input.
For direct action, an increase in load command will increase the process input. A
configuration example for each type of control action is shown below.
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• Configure the MC for Direct Action (A# First Time Config ## - 39 Process
Action = True)
• Enable Process Control – Assert the process control digital input
• Configure Analog Input 1 for Process Control Input (A# First Time Config ##
- 41 Analog Input 1 Function = 3)
• Configure the MC for Process (Temperature/Pressure) (H Process Control –
01 Process Mode = True)
• Configure Analog Input 1 for 4-20mA (Q Analog Inputs - 01 AI1 Type = 1)
• Configure Low Calibration Value (Q Analog Inputs - 04 AI1 Low Cal Value =
180)
• Configure High Calibration Value (Q Analog Inputs - 05 AI1 High Cal Value
= 200)
• Configure Process Reference (H Process Control – 09 Process Reference =
190)
• Optional:
o Configure Label, High and Low Alarms and Pre Alarms for
Analog Input 1
o Configure Process High and Low Level Alarms
o Configure Droop, Filter and Deadband for Process Control
• Configure the MC for Indirect Action (A# First Time Config ## - 39 Process
Action = False)
• Enable Process Control – Assert the process control digital input
• Configure Analog Input 1 for Process Control Input (A# First Time Config ##
- 41 Analog Input 1 Function = 3)
• Configure Analog Input 2 for Process Reference (A# First Time Config ## -
43 Analog Input 2 Function = 4)
• Configure the MC for Process (Temperature/Pressure) (H Process Control –
01 Process Mode = True)
• Configure Analog Input 1 for 1-5 V (Q Analog Inputs - 01 AI1 Type = 2)
• Configure Analog Input 1 Low Calibration Value (Q Analog Inputs - 04 AI1
Low Cal Value = 100)
• Configure Analog Input 1 High Calibration Value (Q Analog Inputs - 05 AI1
High Cal Value = 200)
• Configure Analog Input 2 for 4-20 mA (Q Analog Inputs - 20 AI2 Type = 1)
• Configure Analog Input 1 Low Calibration Value (Q Analog Inputs - 23 AI2
Low Cal Value = 120)
• Configure Analog Input 1 High Calibration Value (Q Analog Inputs - 24 AI2
High Cal Value = 170)
• Optional:
o Configure Label, High and Low Alarms and Pre Alarms for
Analog Input 1
o Configure Label, High and Low Alarms and Pre Alarms for
Analog Input 2
o Configure Process High and Low Level Alarms
o Configure Droop, Filter and Deadband for Process Control
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Import/Export
Import/Export is a special case of process control. Instead of using analog inputs
for the process control input, the MC uses the power sensed through the mains
breaker. The objective of Import/Export is to control the real and reactive load
being consumed by a plant from the utility. This section will describe the
operation of Import/Export control for real power. Reactive Import/
Export control descriptions are detailed in the Reactive Load Control Description,
Chapter 12.
Configuration Example
(WW Commands)
A plant wants to minimize utility bills but still wants to remain parallel with
the mains for reliability reasons. A contract with the utility is made which
stays that the plant can parallel with the utility as long as the plant
maintains 500kW consumption. The daily plant load is usually 2MW and the
remaining 1.5MW can be serviced by the three 600kW generators in the
plant. Set the MC up for Import/Export control.
• Configure the MC for Direct Action (A# First Time Config ## - 39 Process
Action = True)
• Enable Process Control – Assert the process control digital input
• Configure the MC for Import/Export (H Process Control – 01 Process Mode
= False)
• Configure Import/Export Reference (H Process Control – 16 IMPEXP KW
Level = 1.5)
NOTE
Import/Export control should not be set up as an indirect process, direct
action is the standard method of configuring this type of control.
Modbus
Process control can also be accomplished via Modbus. Over Modbus the
Process or Import/Export references can be configured. The operation is
the same as the above two configurations only the Modbus reference will
be used.
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Reset Load
When the Reset Load mode switch is closed and then opened, the process
control will ramp the process reference to the original internal reference
(configuration setting) at the Load or Unload Rate. This function will not work with
a Remote reference. In addition, the user also has the ability to stop the ramp
with the activation of the Load Raise/Lower switches. If the Load Raise/Lower
switches are activated during a ramp, the current level becomes the process
reference.
Ramp Pause
The Ramp Pause Load mode switch is used to pause an internal process control
ramp. When the Ramp Pause mode switch is closed the process reference ramp
will pause and hold the current process level until the switch is opened again.
When the switch is opened again, the process ramp will continue where it left off.
The Ramp Pause mode switch will not stop the process reference from ramping
if a shutdown is present.
In addition, the user also has the ability to stop the ramp with the activation of the
Load Raise/Lower switches. If the Load Raise/Lower switches are activated
during a ramp the current load becomes the load reference, and the reference
will ramp in up or down respectively. This is used to manually assume a new
reference, where the pause would be used to hold a load to allow system
stabilization, then move to the configured reference.
Unload
If the Unload mode switch is activated, by DI, Modbus or ServLink/WW, while the
MC is in control of the LOAD_CMD, the LOAD_CMD will ramp to the Unload
Level configuration setting and remain there until the Unload mode switch is
deactivated.
Droop Control
Process Droop can be added to any process mode. The droop amount is
configurable in percent of the process range up to 50%. The process reference
will be decreased proportional to the generator load. This is typically only used in
temperature/pressure control but there are no restrictions on its use. It is added
to the otherwise isochronous control already in place. The Droop will add an
element of stability to the process control loop by limiting large load variations for
small process variations.
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Filter
The process being controlled will react to load changes quickly or slowly. The
process controller includes an adjustable filter to adjust the process control rate
of response. The filter is a low pass filter where the frequency is adjustable.
Higher frequency settings result in faster control response, but also more
response to process noise. In systems experiencing rapid fluctuations in the
process input signal (such as digester gas fuel pressure maintenance), reducing
the Process Control Filter setpoint and increasing the Process Deadband will
reduce control sensitivity to the fluctuations. This allows for slower, but more
stable, performance. When the input reacts very slowly to load change a lower
frequency setpoint is needed so as not to over-compensate.
Deadband
The process controller includes an adjustable deadband above and below the
input signal. The deadband is useful in both noisy applications as well as for very
slow processes. When the process input is within a deadband amount of the
previous measurement (one rate group ago), no active adjustment will be made.
For example, if Temperature/Pressure process is enabled with a deadband of
10°C, the process sensor input is 200°C, and the temperature sensed moves to
207°C, no adjustment will be made because the level sensed is within the
deadband, the controller will continue to base its output on 200° input. If the next
sample measures 212° the process will react and use 212° as a comparison to
the reference.
Process Action
The process control function is configurable for direct and inverse action. Direct
process control is where the sensed input signal increases as the load increases
(such as where the sensed input is exhaust pressure or export power). An
inverse action control is where the sensed input signal decreases as the load
increases (such as when controlling import power where the import power will
decrease as the generating system picks up more of the local load).
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Chapter 14.
Sequencing
Introduction
MC sequencing is very different then that found in the LS. There are no
sequencing configurables available. The MC has two methods of
starting/stopping LS units; Start/Stop All or Start/Stop Request.
Functional Description
Start/Stop All is a command sent to the LON to all LS units that are
START/STOP READY, which means that the LS units have their LON IN –
Start/Stop Ready bit TRUE. When this command is issued, all units will be told to
start and synchronize to the bus.
Start/Stop Request is a command sent to the LON to all SL units that are
START/STOP NODES, which means that the LS units have their LON IN –
Start/Stop Ready bit TRUE and their Run Time Manager (LON IN –
SS_ARB_ALG) is not disabled (greater than zero). When this command is
issued, the LS units on the bus will arbitrate between themselves and start/stop
only the next unit to be started/stopped.
Start/Stop All commands are issued for every MC start except for a Load
Demand Start/Stop. For a Load demand Start/Stop the Start/Stop Request will be
used, which only starts a single unit at a time. The following list will explain the
terms used in sequencing:
Start Nodes: LS nodes that have their Start Ready bit TRUE and their
SS_ARB_ALG is greater than zero.
Start Ready: LS nodes that have their Start Ready bit TRUE.
Stop Nodes: LS nodes that have their Stop Ready bit TRUE and their
SS_ARB_ALG is greater than zero.
Stop Ready: LS nodes that have their Stop Ready bit TRUE.
Start All: Command issued by the MC to start all LS units that are
START READY. This command will start all LS units
even if Lon Sequencing is disabled or the Run Time
Manager is disabled.
Stop All: Command issued by the MC to stop all LS units that are
STOP READY. This command will stop all LS units even
if Lon Sequencing is disabled or the Run Time Manager
is disabled.
Start Request: Command issued by the MC to start one of the LS units
that is a START NODE. This command will not start an
LS unit if Lon Sequencing is disabled or if the Run Time
Manager is disabled.
Stop Request: Command issued by the MC to stop one of the LS units
that is a STOP NODE. This command will not stop an
LS unit if Lon Sequencing is disabled or if the Run Time
Manager is disabled.
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Chapter 15.
LON (Local Network) Description
Introduction
This section describes the messaging between LS and MC units over the
Echelon Network (LON). The LON will allow multiple units to share load, control
processes and sequence the starting and stopping of units.
Functional Description
The EGCP-3 LON is capable of working with multiple bus segments all
connected on the same LON link. In the EGCP-3 implementation, the LON
segments are always joined and the messaging indicates which genset is in
which segment and which tie breakers are closed. Up to four separate buses are
supported. The four buses may be isolated buses, mains feeds, or a combination
of the two. Although many networks can be created, the below diagram is a
single representation used to facilitate explanation. A network may contain up to
16 nodes (MC and LS together) and up to 4 bus segments. In the below diagram,
the bus segments are identified with a capital letter A-D. The gensets (LS units)
are identified with a number 1-8 which would also represent the node number on
LON for this example. The bus segment tiebreakers are identified with a letter w-
z simply to set them apart from the gensets.
The LON block has inputs from the application that inform it as to which segment
it resides on and which other segments are currently tied to the same segment
by closed tie-breakers. The tie-breaker status information is indicated by a
discrete input on any LS or MC configured to indicate a specific tie-breaker
position.
The application determines the active bus segment by observing which tie-
breakers are closed, considering if it is an LS at generator or an MC at the
mains, and considering its own configured bus segment location. The application
asserts each of the four discrete inputs to the LON block related to the active
bus. For example, if the active bus is segments A, B, and D, those three inputs to
the LON block will be asserted but the C input will not be asserted.
A B C D
w x y
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
LS LS LS LS LS LS LS LS
GS GS GS GS GS GS GS GS
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If the system also has mains connections, it may be modified as below. The
diagram shows only 2 mains connections but it is technically feasible to have one
on each segment for a total of 4. The initial release of the EGCP-3 MC will only
be able to support two mains connections. The MC units on the LON still have a
node number within the range of 1-16.
MC MC
16 15
A B C D
w x y
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
LS LS LS LS LS LS LS LS
GS GS GS GS GS GS GS GS
The algorithm uses a special LON message where each node that sees a
deadbus and wishes to close to that bus requests permission to close. All units
designated as on a common segment must declare the segment to be a deadbus
before any unit will be allowed to close it’s breaker onto the deadbus. The units
on the active bus segment will then decide which unit will be granted permission
to close onto the deadbus. Once a single node has been granted permission to
close, it will attempt to close by signaling its application that it is OK to close. If
the unit is not able to close the breaker/contactor because of a timeout or reclose
alarm, the unit will release its request to close to the deadbus. All units that are
still requesting to close to the deadbus will then arbitrate the permissions again.
This function is performed between units on the active bus segment only. The
active segment will depend on which tiebreakers are closed. The active bus is at
least the single segment on which a unit resides, but may be more than one
segment if tiebreakers are closed to other segments.
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The LON block will be informed, via the application, if it is to participate in the
load sharing. There are times when an LS unit will desire not to participate in
load sharing. In this instance, the LS unit will remove its Loadshare bit and will
run at its internal setting, an example of this is if the unit has its BaseLoad digital
input asserted. There are also times when a master may indicate that it is in
control of the slave node. In this case, the LON block is to inform the application
that it is now under the control of a master. LON will pass the master’s requested
load to the application for use in biasing the LS units speed output.
A Speed Trim feature is activated with the Load Sharing mode. The error
between generator frequency and system frequency will be added to the speed
bias. The application is responsible for performing the speed trim and does not
need the assistance of the LON block.
The LON block will be informed, via the application, if it is to participate in the PF
sharing. There are times when the application will wish the LON block not to
participate in PF sharing so that it may use another method (like BaseLoad mode
or when the mains are connected). There are also times when a master may
indicate that it is in control of the slave node. In this case, the LON block is to
inform the application that it is now under the control of a master. It will pass the
master’s requested PF to the application for use in biasing the voltage output.
Networked Start/Stop
The EGCP-3 MC can determine when there is a need to start and stop LS units
on a bus and communicates this over the LON network. The decision to
start/stop units will be due to mains demand, time of day, mains failure,
automatic or manual request. This feature is detailed in Chapter 14, Sequencing.
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Chapter 16.
Demand Control Description
Introduction
Many plants do not have a constant load profile. The load in the plant varies
depending on time of day, time of year and even type of process or equipment
being used. Sometimes it is cheaper for a plant to generate internal power during
times of high demand. To do this an operator would need to initiate a start of the
units in the plant based on time of day or local demand. In order to automate this
operation the MC has a peaking and demand feature. The demand operation can
operate based on demand level of the plant through the mains or at specific
configurable times of day.
Functional Description
Peaking and Demand control is configured in the Peaking Menu of the MC.
The demand feature of the MC has four modes of operation based on time of day
or imported demand level:
1. Off
2. Time of Day
3. Load Demand Level
4. Time and Load Demand
The type of start/stop that the MC will initiate will depend on the type of control
configured. Time of Day starts issue a Start All command; Load Demand starts
issue a Start Request (Start One) command.
The current demand level is derived using the mains demand (in VA) of all MC’s
on the active bus segment. The total demand is then filtered with the Demand
Coefficient. Filtering is used to remove inadvertent load spikes that could cause
unwanted starts. The low pass filter is shown below:
1
Demand = * Total _ Mains _ Load (VA)
1 + s(τ )
A better visual tool is to look at a bode diagram of the filter and its cutoff
frequency. Figure 16-1 shows the bode diagram of the filter with varying time
coefficients. By varying the time coefficient the response of the demand will
become slower. Figure 16-2 illustrates the effect of the filter on the demand. If
the demand coefficient is small then the demand almost matches the actual load
profile. By increasing the filter time coefficient more frequencies are filtered and
the slower the response to a change in load.
The demand feature also remembers the maximum demand value of the mains
for the MC and for all mains on the active bus segment. The MC demand
monitored is the demand value for the mains connection to this MC. The Total
Demand is the demand monitored by all of the MC’s on the active bus segment
added together. Only the highest demand level is remembered. The Time and
Date at which the maximum event occurred will also be retained. This feature is
always active as long as the Peak Shaving Mode is configured for a mode other
than OFF.
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Both the MC and the Total Demand Maximum value can be reset (to zero) by
using the front panel display and selecting the Reset Demand options. The reset
can also be performed through Watch Window. When resetting from the front
panel display, a technician level password is required.
Off
MC will not perform any peaking or time of day operation.
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Time of Day
Time of Day mode starts and loads the LS unit(s) using the Time of Day
controller. There is no delay on starting or stopping the genset – the programmed
times are used as is. The method of control is dictated by how the unit is
configured for ATS. If ATS is Off the LS units will be paralleled to the mains and
the load will be controlled by either Process or BaseLoad control depending on
the mode that is configured. If ATS is configured for Open Transition, the MC will
initiate an Initiate ATS OT start. If ATS is configured for Closed Transition, the
MC will initiate an Initiate ATS CT start. These modes of operation are detailed in
Chapter 17.
The Time of Day controller contains four separate programs with two start and
duration times for each program. Only one program can be configured per day of
the week. A simple program is shown below:
Configuration Example
(WW Commands)
A rolling mill has a high demand on Tuesday and Thursday when additional
motors are used to satisfy the rolling process. During this time, it is cheaper for
the plant to supply some of the additional load with its available gensets at the
plant. The operator wants to automate these starts and uses the MC to do so. On
Tuesday, the demand begins at 09:30 and runs for 3.5 hours. On Thursday, the
demand has two different peaks, one at 08:00 for 1.25 hours and another at
14:15 and both run for 4 hours. The operator would like to run all units at 90%
load during these times. Configure the MC to perform this function.
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Load Demand
In the Load Demand Only mode, the Demand Dispatcher will start and load the
genset according to the demand level settings. The dispatcher watches the
mains demand level of all MC’s on the active bus segment and compares it
against the Time Delayed Demand Start Level and Immediate Demand Level set
points. If the demand level exceeds the Time Delayed Demand Start Level but
not the Instantaneous Demand Level set point, the dispatcher will wait the Load
Demand Time Delay set point prior to starting, synchronizing, and loading the
next LS unit. If the Demand Level drops below the Time Delayed Demand Start
Level before the Load Demand Time Delay, the timer will be reset. However, if
the demand level exceeds the Instantaneous Demand Level set point, the
dispatcher will immediately start, synchronize, and load the next LS unit. The
instantaneous demand condition is considered latched until the LS unit is on-line.
The LS units will be controlled in BaseLoad (recommended use) or Process
(**see below note **), whichever mode is configured.
When the demand level drops below the Time Delayed Demand Stop Level set
point, the dispatcher will wait the Load Demand Time Delay set point and then
unload and stop the next LS unit.
An example of how the load demand feature works is illustrated in Figure 16-2.
NOTE
It is not recommended to use the Process load control mode with the Load
Demand mode. In process control a fixed load is maintained through the
mains breaker, so the process is fixing the demand level in place. If this load
level is above the Demand Stop level, the unit will run continuously. If set
below the Demand Stop level the Demand Stop will become active and the
unit may be cycled on and off the bus without any change in the plant load.
Time Delayed
Stop Level
Imported KVA
Mains Demand
(Imported VA)
Time Delayed
Start Level
Immediate Demand
Start Level
Time
T1 T2 T3 T4 T5
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Figure 16-3 illustrates an example of a demand curve with configured Start and
Stop levels. At time T1 the demand has crossed the time delayed start level but
no control is currently taking place. At T2 the demand becomes larger than the
time delayed start level and the Load Demand Time Delay begins to count down.
When the time delay expires the next available LS units is started. The demand
continues to increase even after the LS is online so the time delay begins again.
Before the delay expires, the demand reaches the Immediate demand level (T3).
The next LS unit is started immediately. When the second unit comes online, the
demand timer starts again, but before it expires, the level falls below the time
delayed start level. At this time, the timer shuts off. At T4 the demand increases
above the time delayed start level and the timer is started. The delay expires and
a third LS is told to start and come online. Now that three units are online the
demand level begins to decline. Plant load also decreases at this time so that the
demand falls below the time delayed stop time and the time delay is initiated
(T5). The next available LS unit is stopped when the timer expires. Eventually all
LS units are stopped because of insufficient demand. A typical configuration
example is shown below.
Configuration Example
(WW Commands)
An industrial manufacturer has a cyclic demand depending on the type of
process operating at certain times of day. The plant operator wishes to use the
MC to perform peaking operation when the plant is at certain demand levels. The
plant load can vary tremendously and in order to save maintenance costs on the
gensets only a large prolonged demand should call for a demand start. To
accomplish this a decision is made to place the demand coefficient for the filter at
120. The stop level will be set at 1.5MW and the start and immediate start levels
are to be placed at 5MW and 6MW respectfully. The start and stop time delay is
3 minutes. Configure the MC to perform this function.
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Chapter 17.
Automatic Transfer Switch Description
Introduction
The Automatic Transfer Switch functions in the EGCP-3 MC are intended to
operate similarly to a traditional ATS but also have several different modes of
operation. Some applications use a mechanically locked ATS rather than
breakers; the EGCP-3 will also be capable of controlling this typical transfer
switch rather than a pair of breakers. The physical signals from the EGCP-3 are
identical in either case.
Functional Description
The ATS controller may be configured for Off, Open or Closed transition. When
open transition is selected, the ATS controller will never close the mains breaker
and generator simultaneously. However, it should be noted that this configuration
setting only affects the ATS controller and will not inhibit a mains parallel action
by other means. It is up to the user to configure the entire EGCP-3 MC properly if
mains parallel is not desired at any time.
Any function that can be configured for loss of mains action can be configured for
either LOM or LOM with Alarms. When selecting LOM w/ Alarms, an audible
alarm will be instigated and the alarm is posted in the alarm logs.
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Once the LOM condition is detected and declared by the protective relay
function, discrete input, or load surge condition, a LOM action delay timer is
started. Once this timer has expired, if the condition still exists, the configured
LOM action will be performed. LOM has two methods of initiation, Open Mains
First or Start Genset First. This option is configurable in the Transfer Switch
menu in Watch Window.
If the control is configured for Start Genset First and there is a group breaker
configured the LS units will be started first upon the expiration of the LOM action delay
timer. The LOM will then transition through an OT ATS Start as described below.
The return from a loss of mains will follow whichever transition is configured. If
ATS is configured for OFF or CT the transition will parallel the gensets to the
mains and then unload and shutdown the units. If the ATS is configured for OT,
an OT return will be followed.
ATS Initialization
The ATS function in the EGCP-3 MC can be initiated by several methods.
Besides the open transition and closed transition, a number of other
configurables and variables can affect the operation of the transfer. The modes
of operation of the ATS in the EGCP-3 MC are detailed below.
Initiate ATS: Enabled by asserting the Auto, Test and Run contacts or
by similar action over Modbus or ServLink
Run w/Load to ATS: Enabled by asserting the Test contact while in Run
w/Load mode or similar action over Modbus or ServLink
Start Nodes: LS nodes that have their Start Ready bit TRUE and their
SS_ARB_ALG is greater than zero.
Start Ready: LS nodes that have their Start Ready bit TRUE.
Stop Nodes: LS nodes that have their Stop Ready bit TRUE and their
SS_ARB_ALG is greater than zero.
Stop Ready: LS nodes that have their Stop Ready bit TRUE.
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Start All: Command issued by the MC to start all LS units that are
START READY. This command will start all LS units
even if Lon Sequencing is disabled or the Run Time
Manager is disabled.
Stop All: Command issued by the MC to stop all LS units that are
STOP READY. This command will stop all LS units even
if Lon Sequencing is disabled or the Run Time Manager
is disabled.
Transfer Capacity: Makes sure that the capacity of the system will match
the load on the bus. If RWL-ATS is initiated the transfer
time cannot be guaranteed. If no group breaker is
configured then the transfer capacity is automatically set
to zero.
WARNING
If no group breaker is configured for the system it is recommended that the
Transfer Capacity and Transfer Capacity Units be set at their minimum
values.
Online Capacity: Total Capacity of units on the active bus segment with
their breaker closed.
Fast Transfer Time: Dictates the time for a transition to occur. Transfer will
not occur before this delay has occurred. If the fast
transfer time is less than 5 seconds the ATS will not wait
for zero power transfer across the breaker.
Zero Power Xfer: Zero power transfer (ZPT) window is only configurable in
debug and is set at 5. If the units of the PTCT_ATL block
are in KW then the zero power transfer will be set true
when the mains breaker sees less than 5KW across its
breaker. This test is an absolute so that plus or minus
5KW will be ZPT.
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Open Transition
Breaker Options:
1. If the Online capacity is greater than the Transfer capacity, the
group breaker will be closed onto the load.
2. If the Online capacity is less than the Transfer capacity, the
control will then look to see if there are any Start Ready nodes
on the network. If the Start Ready nodes are greater than zero
and the Start All command has been issued for longer than 240
seconds (configurable in debug –
LON_ALLST.ALLST_DLY.DLY_TIME) and no Load shed DO’s
have been configured the MC will issue a Auto Start Sequence
alarm.
3. If the Online capacity is less than the Transfer capacity, and
the control has a configured Load shed DO the MC will wait for
100 seconds (configurable in debug –
XFER_CAP.LS_DELAY.DLY_TIME) and then close the group
breaker. If the generation capacity is unable to support the online
load a Load shed DO will be triggered. If all loads have been
shed the MC will wait an additional load shed delay time and
then issue an Auto Start Sequence Alarm. Simultaneously the
MC will exit the ATS mode by opening the Group Breaker and
issuing a Stop All to the LS’s which are Stop Ready. Once the
group breaker has been opened, the Fast Transfer Delay Time
will be initiated. At the end of the delay time, the mains will be
closed onto the deadbus.
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Test ATS without Group Breaker:
The open transition Test ATS without a group breaker function behaves similarly
to a Loss of Mains (LOM) action. When Auto and Test are instigated, the MC
recognizes a Test ATS condition and opens the Mains Breaker. Once there is
confirmation of the mains being opened, the MC will initiate a Start All Engines
signal. All LS units that are Start Ready will start and synchronize to the bus.
Breaker Options:
1. If the LS’s are able to support the load that is on the bus no
action will be taken.
2. If the Start Ready nodes are greater than zero and the Start All
command has been issued for longer than 240 seconds
(configurable in debug – LON_ALLST.ALLST_DLY.DLY_TIME)
and no Load shed DO’s have been configured the MC will issue
a Auto Start Sequence alarm.
3. If Load Shed DO’s are configured and the above option occurs
then the Auto Start Sequence alarm will not be issued unless
all Load Shed DO’s have been used. If this occurs an Auto
Start Sequence alarm will be issued and the MC will exit the
ATS mode by issuing a Stop All to the LS’s which are Stop
Ready. Once the MC receives confirmation that no LS’s are still
on the bus the Fast Transfer Delay Time will be initiated. At the
end of the delay time, the mains will be closed onto the deadbus.
Breaker Options:
1. If the Online capacity is greater than the Transfer capacity the
MC will open the Mains Breaker, and begin the Fast Transfer
Delay Time. When the Fast Transfer Delay Time has expired
the Group Breaker will be closed.
2. If the Online capacity is less than the Transfer capacity the
and a Load shed DO is configured the MC will wait for 100
seconds (configurable in debug –
XFER_CAP.LS_DELAY.DLY_TIME) and then open the Mains
Breaker. When confirmation of the mains breaker being opened
has occurred the Fast Transfer Delay Time is initiated. When
the delay has expired, the Group Breaker will be closed. If the
generators cannot support the load, the loadshed algorithm will
be initiated. If all loads have been shed the MC will wait an
additional load shed delay time and then issue a Auto Start
Sequence Alarm and exit the ATS mode by opening the Group
Breaker and issuing a Stop All command to the LS’s which are
Stop Ready.
3. If the Online capacity is less than the Transfer capacity and no
Load Shed DO’s are configured, the control will then look to see
if there are any Start Ready nodes on the network. If the Start
Ready nodes are greater than zero and the Start All command
has been issued for longer than 240 seconds (configurable in
debug – LON_ALLST.ALLST_DLY.DLY_TIME) the MC will issue
an Auto Start Sequence alarm.
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Closed Transition
Test ATS with Group Breaker
The closed transition Test ATS function in the MC will attempt to create a zero
power transfer across the mains breaker. When Auto and Test are instigated, the
MC recognizes a Test ATS condition and initiates a Start All command. All LS
units that are Start Ready will start and synchronize to the bus. The breaker
options are as follows.
Breaker Options:
1. If the Online capacity is greater than the Transfer capacity the MC will
close the Group Breaker, and begin the Fast Transfer Delay Time.
2. If the Online capacity is less than the Transfer capacity, and the
control has a configured Load shed DO the MC will wait for 100
seconds (configurable in debug – XFER_CAP.LS_DELAY.DLY_TIME)
and then close the Group Breaker and begin the Fast Transfer Delay
Time.
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3. If the Online capacity is less than the Transfer capacity and no Load
Shed DO’s are configured, the control will then look to see if there are
any Start Ready nodes on the network. If the Start Ready nodes are
greater than zero and the Start All command has been issued for longer
than 240 seconds (configurable in debug –
LON_ALLST.ALLST_DLY.DLY_TIME) the MC will issue an Auto Start
Sequence alarm. The Group Breaker will not be closed and no
transition will take place.
Breaker Options:
1. When an LS unit has closed onto the bus, the MC will begin the Fast
Transfer Delay Time.
i. If the Fast Transfer Delay Time expires and ZPT has
been reached, the Mains Breaker will be opened.
ii. If the Fast Transfer Delay Time is configured for less
than 5 seconds, and has expired, the Mains Breaker
will be opened even if ZPT has not been reached.
iii. If the Fast Transfer Delay Time is configured for more
than 5 seconds, and has expired, the Mains Breaker
will remain closed until ZPT has been reached. If ZPT is
never reached then the LS’s will remain in parallel with
the mains.
iv. If the Fast Transfer Delay Time is configured for more
than 5 seconds and has expired and there are
configured Load shed DO’s the MC will initiate the load
shed algorithm.
1. If a load is shed and ZPT is reached then the
Mains Breaker will be opened
2. If all loads have been shed the MC will wait an
additional load shed delay time then issue a
High Load Limit Alarm. If ZPT is not reached
when the delay time has expired, the Mains
Breaker will remain closed and the MC will exit
the ATS mode by issuing a Stop All command
to the LS’s which are Stop Ready.
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Breaker Options:
1. If the Online capacity is greater than the Transfer capacity the MC will
close the Group Breaker, and begin the Fast Transfer Delay Time.
2. If the Online capacity is less than the Transfer capacity and a Load
shed DO is configured and a 100 second (configurable in debug –
XFER_CAP.LS_DELAY.DLY_TIME) delay has expired the MC will close
the Group Breaker and begin the Fast Transfer Delay Time.
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b. If all loads have been shed the MC will
wait an additional load shed delay time
then issue a High Load Limit Alarm. If
ZPT is not reached when the delay time
has expired the Mains Breaker will
remain closed and the MC will exit the
ATS mode by opening the Group
Breaker and issuing a Stop All
command to the LS’s which are Stop
Ready.
3. If the Online capacity is less than the Transfer capacity and no Load
Shed DO’s are configured, the control will then look to see if there are
any Start Ready nodes on the network. If the Start Ready nodes are
greater than zero and the Start All command has been issued for longer
than 240 seconds (configurable in debug –
LON_ALLST.ALLST_DLY.DLY_TIME) the MC will issue a Auto Start
Sequence alarm. The Group Breaker will not be closed and no
transition will take place.
Breaker Options:
1. When an LS unit has closed onto the bus, the MC will begin the Fast
Transfer Delay Time.
a. If the Fast Transfer Delay Time expires and ZPT has been
reached, the Mains Breaker will be opened.
b. If the Fast Transfer Delay Time is configured for less than 5
seconds, and has expired, the Mains Breaker will be opened
even if ZPT has not been reached.
c. If the Fast Transfer Delay Time is configured for more than 5
seconds and has expired and there are no configured Load
shed DO’s the Mains Breaker will be opened even if ZPT has
not been reached
d. If the Fast Transfer Delay Time is configured for more than 5
seconds and has expired and there are configured Load shed
DO’s the MC will initiate the load shed algorithm.
i. If a load is shed and ZPT is reached then the Mains
Breaker will be opened
ii. If all loads have been shed the MC will wait an additional
load shed delay time then issue a High Load Limit
Alarm. If ZPT is not reached when the delay time has
expired, the Mains Breaker will remain closed and the
MC will exit the ATS mode by issuing a Stop All
command to the LS’s which are Stop Ready.
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Breaker Options:
1. If the Online capacity is greater than the Transfer capacity the MC will
begin the Fast Transfer Delay Time.
i. If the Fast Transfer Delay Time expires and ZPT has
been reached the Mains Breaker will be opened.
ii. If the Fast Transfer Delay Time is configured for less
than 5 seconds the Mains Breaker will be opened even
if ZPT has not been reached.
iii. If the Fast Transfer Delay Time is configured for more
than 5 seconds and has expired and there are no
configured Load shed DO’s the Mains Breaker will be
opened even if ZPT has not been reached
iv. If the Fast Transfer Delay Time is configured for more
than 5 seconds and has expired and there are
configured Load shed DO’s the MC will initiate the load
shed algorithm.
a. If a load is shed and ZPT is reached
then the Mains Breaker will be opened
b. If all loads have been shed the MC will
wait an additional load shed delay time
then issue a High Load Limit Alarm. If
ZPT is not reached when the delay time
has expired the Mains Breaker will
remain closed and the MC will exit the
ATS mode by opening the Group
Breaker and issuing a Stop All
command to the LS’s which are Stop
Ready.
2. If the Online capacity is less than the Transfer capacity and a Load
shed DO is configured and a 100 second (configurable in debug –
XFER_CAP.LS_DELAY.DLY_TIME) delay has expired the MC will begin
the Fast Transfer Delay Time.
i. If the Fast Transfer Delay Time expires and ZPT has
been reached the Mains Breaker will be opened.
ii. If the Fast Transfer Delay Time is configured for less
than 5 seconds the Mains Breaker will be opened even
if ZPT has not been reached.
iii. If the Fast Transfer Delay Time is configured for more
than 5 seconds and has expired the MC will initiate the
loadshed algorithm.
a. If a load is shed and ZPT is reached
then the Mains Breaker will be opened
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b. If all loads have been shed the MC will
wait an additional load shed delay time
then issue a High Load Limit Alarm. If
ZPT is not reached when the delay time
has expired the Mains Breaker will
remain closed and the MC will exit the
ATS mode by opening the Group
Breaker and issuing a Stop All
command to the LS’s which are Stop
Ready.
3. If the Online capacity is less than the Transfer capacity and no Load
Shed DO’s are configured, the control will then look to see if there are
any Start Ready nodes on the network. If the Start Ready nodes are
greater than zero and the Start All command has been issued for longer
than 240 seconds (configurable in debug –
LON_ALLST.ALLST_DLY.DLY_TIME) the MC will issue a Auto Start
Sequence alarm. The LS’s will remain in parallel with the mains unless
the alarm is configured for Stop All Engines.
Breaker Options:
1. The MC will begin the Fast Transfer Delay Time.
a. If the Fast Transfer Delay Time expires and ZPT has been
reached the Mains Breaker will be opened.
b. If the Fast Transfer Delay Time is configured for less than 5
seconds the Mains Breaker will be opened even if ZPT has not
been reached.
c. If the Fast Transfer Delay Time is configured for more than 5
seconds and has expired and there are no configured Load
shed DO’s the Mains Breaker will be opened even if ZPT has
not been reached
d. If the Fast Transfer Delay Time is configured for more than 5
seconds and has expired and there are configured Load shed
DO’s the MC will initiate the load shed algorithm.
i. If a load is shed and ZPT is reached then the Mains
Breaker will be opened
ii. If all loads have been shed the MC will wait an additional
load shed delay time then issue a High Load Limit
Alarm. If ZPT is not reached when the delay time has
expired the Mains Breaker will remain closed and the
MC will exit the ATS mode by issuing a Stop All
command to the LS’s which are Stop Ready.
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Graphical Representations
Open Transition Loss of Mains Start and Return
Synchronize and
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Open Transition Start and Return (Initiate ATS)
Units still
synchronizing to bus
Bus Stable Delay
Stop ATS
Units still
synchronizing to bus
Bus Stable Delay
Fast Transfer
LS units begin Delay Fast Transfer
synchronizing Delay
to the bus
Synchronize and
Stop ATS
Initiated
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NOTE
The load shed digital outputs are not latched outputs. When the conditions
for a load shed are no longer present the digital outputs will deactivate.
Isolated Operation
Load shed in isolated operation can occur if the system has just completed an
open transition, a loss of mains, or any time that the LS units are isolated from
the mains and the load on the bus cannot be supported by the LS units gensets.
The load shed algorithm is initiated by configuring a digital output for load shed.
The triggers for load shedding are the Bus Under Frequency Pre-Alarm and the
Bus Under Voltage Pre-Alarm. Other factors that affect operation are the Under
Frequency Pre-Alarm Delay, the Mains Breaker Status and the Group Breaker or
LS unit status.
To configure a load shed in isolated operation the Pre-Alarms must be set for
either Audible or Visual alarm status. To trigger the load shed the mains breaker
must be open, there must be at least one LS unit online and the group breaker (if
configured) must be closed.
Load Shed 2: Load Shed 1 has been triggered and both pre-alarms
are active. This triggers the under frequency pre-alarm delay. When
the delay expires load shed 2 is triggered.
Configuration Example
(WW Commands)
An operator wants to shed load if the generators in his system cannot support
load during a loss of mains situation. Speed is necessary for power quality
reasons so the non-essential loads will be shed if voltage becomes 460V or
frequency becomes 58.5 Hz. Three load sheds will be configured to act every 0.5
seconds if the conditions persist.
• Configure the MC for the three load sheds (C# Digital Outputs ## – 15
Digital Output 10 = 21)
(C# Digital Outputs ## – 17 Digital Output 11 = 22)
(C# Digital Outputs ## – 19 Digital Output 12 = 23)
• Configure the Under Voltage Pre-Alarm for Audible (B Bus Protection – 07
Bus Volt Lo Pre-Alm= 4)
• Configure the Under Frequency Pre-Alarm for Audible (B Bus Protection –
28 Bus Freq Lo Pre-Alm= 4)
• Configure the Under Voltage Pre-Alarm Level (B Bus Protection – 09 Bus
Volt Lo Pre-Alm Lvl= 460)
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• Configure the Under Frequency Pre-Alarm Level (B Bus Protection – 30 Bus
Freq Lo Pre-Alm Lvl= 58.5)
• Configure the Under Frequency Pre-Alarm Delay (B Bus Protection – 34
Bus Freq Lo Pre-Alm Dly= 0.5)
ATS Operation
Load shed in ATS operation can be triggered by only configuring a digital output for
load shed operation. Most of the load shed logic is found in the previous sections in
this chapter but the triggers are as follows:
Load Shed 2: Load Shed 1 has been triggered and the ATS load
shed logic is still active. This triggers the under frequency pre-alarm
delay. When the delay expires load shed 2 is triggered.
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Chapter 18.
LS-MC Mains Parallel Application
Unit 16
Load
EGCP-3 Breakers
MC
Bus A Load
Unit 2 Unit 1
EGCP-3 EGCP-3
LS LS
GS GS
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Chapter 19.
LS-MC Mains Parallel ATS Application
Load
Unit 16
Breakers
EGCP-3
MC
A Group
Breaker Load
Unit 2 Unit 1
EGCP-3 EGCP-3
LS LS
GS GS
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Provide dynamic adjustment of relative control loops (load, synch,
PF/VAR)
Provide calibration of analog I/O
Provide LON network information
Number of units on the network
Number of units on load
Next unit start sequence
Next unit stop sequence
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Chapter 20.
LS-MC Mains Parallel,
Split Bus Application
Unit 16 Unit 15
EGCP-3 SPM-D EGCP-3
MC MC
Load Tie W
Load
Breakers Breakers
Bus A Bus B
Load Load
GS GS GS GS
A Multiple Unit, Mains Parallel, Split bus Application would use EGCP-3 LS, and
MC control with a SPM-D synchronizer. Each bus is capable of isolated or mains
parallel operation. Both local bus’ can also be tied together.
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Provide bus and breaker Status Information, i.e. Running, Stopped,
Isoch, BaseLoad, etc.
Provide Unit Sequencing Status Information
Provide system load and system PF averages
Provide dynamic adjustment of relative control loops (load, synch,
PF/VAR)
Provide calibration of analog I/O
Provide LON network information
Number of units on the network
Number of units on load
Next unit start sequence
Next unit stop sequence
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Chapter 21.
Acronyms
Abbreviation Definition
A/D Analog to Digital Converter
AI Analog Input
AO Analog Output
Atlas Woodward turbine control platform
AVR Automatic Voltage Regulator
CAN Controller Area Network
The Code generator, used to convert GAP output files into
Coder
executable code.
Control EGCP-3 Control System
CPU Central Processing Unit.
Distributed Generation (Connected to mains and operated
DG
by utility)
DI Discrete Input (Contact Input)
DO Discrete Output (Relay Driver Output)
DR Distributed Resource EGCP-3 (May be connected to mains)
DSLC Digital Synchronizer and Load Controller
DSP Digital Signal Processing
EGCP Engine Generator Control Panel
EPS Emergency Power System
EU Engineering Unit (psi, KW, ºC, etc.)
FFT Fast Fourier Transform
FW Firmware (embedded software)
Graphical Applications Programmer used to create
GAP
application programs.
HW Hardware
Input/Output, typically the interface to field devices such as
I/O
switches, transducers, meters, controls, or actuators.
The time delay from when an interrupt is generated in
Interrupt Latency hardware until the processor has started the user interrupt
service code.
ISLU Isochronous Load Sharing Unit
LON Echelon Network (Load Sharing, Sequence Communication
LS Load Sharing EGCP-3 (Multiple Unit parallel)
MC Master Control EGCP-3 (Sequence and monitoring)
MOP Motor Operated Potentiometer
MSLC Master Synchronizer and Load Controller
PI Proportional, Integral controller
PID Proportional, Integral, Derivative controller
Rate Group Recursion rate assigned to each GAP Block.
RTD Resistive Temperature Device.
SPM-D Woodward Digital Synchronizer
SUMP Single Unit Mains Parallel
SW Software
TC Thermocouple
THD Total Harmonic Distortion
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Chapter 22.
Service Options
Replacement/Exchange
Replacement/Exchange is a premium program designed for the user who is in
need of immediate service. It allows you to request and receive a like-new
replacement unit in minimum time (usually within 24 hours of the request),
providing a suitable unit is available at the time of the request, thereby
minimizing costly downtime. This is also a flat rate structured program and
includes the full standard Woodward product warranty (Woodward Product and
Service Warranty 5-01-1205).
Charges for the Replacement/Exchange service are based on a flat rate plus
shipping expenses. You are invoiced the flat rate replacement/exchange charge
plus a core charge at the time the replacement unit is shipped. If the core (field
unit) is returned to Woodward within 60 days, Woodward will issue a credit for
the core charge. [The core charge is the average difference between the flat rate
replacement/exchange charge and the current list price of a new unit.]
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CAUTION
To prevent damage to electronic components caused by improper handling,
read and observe the precautions in Woodward manual 82715, Guide for
Handling and Protection of Electronic Controls, Printed Circuit Boards, and
Modules.
Packing a Control
Use the following materials when returning a complete control:
• protective caps on any connectors;
• antistatic protective bags on all electronic modules;
• packing materials that will not damage the surface of the unit;
• at least 100 mm (4 inches) of tightly packed, industry-approved packing
material;
• a packing carton with double walls;
• a strong tape around the outside of the carton for increased strength.
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NOTE
We highly recommend that you make arrangement in advance for return
shipments. Contact a Woodward customer service representative at
1 (800) 523-2831 in North America or +1 (970) 482-5811 for instructions and
for a Return Authorization Number.
Replacement Parts
When ordering replacement parts for controls, include the following information:
• the part number(s) (XXXX-XXXX) that is on the enclosure nameplate;
• the unit serial number, which is also on the nameplate.
For assistance outside North America, call one of the following international
Woodward facilities to obtain the address and phone number of the facility
nearest your location where you will be able to get information and service.
You can also contact the Woodward Customer Service Department or consult
our worldwide directory on Woodward’s website (www.woodward.com) for the
name of your nearest Woodward distributor or service facility.
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Engineering Services
Woodward Industrial Controls Engineering Services offers the following after-
sales support for Woodward products. For these services, you can contact us by
telephone, by email, or through the Woodward website.
• Technical Support
• Product Training
• Field Service
Contact information:
Telephone—+1 (970) 482-5811
Toll-free Phone (in North America)—1 (800) 523-2831
Email—icinfo@woodward.com
Website—www.woodward.com
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Technical Assistance
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If you have an electronic or programmable control, please have the adjustment setting positions or
the menu settings written down and with you at the time of the call.
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Please refer to the EGCP-3 Installation Manual 26122 for all control specifications.
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