Cummins PowerCom Controller Operation Manual

Operation and
Maintenance Manual
For
PowerCom Controller
Power
Generation
BULLETIN NO. 0914-0101-00
Operation & Maintenance Manual for PowerCom 1
Table of Contents
Page
Section 1 – Introduction ................................................................................................................ 02
Section 2 - PowerCom general information .................................................................................... 15
Section 3 - Front Panel Description ............................................................................................ 19
Section 4 - Menu Description ..................................................................................................... 23
Section 5 - Sensors Description ..................................................................................................35
Section 6 - Connector Details .................................................................................................... 39
Section 7 - PowerCom Features ..................................................................................................45
Section 8 - Alternator Control Module ........................................................................................ 49
Section 9 - Start up & Adjustments ............................................................................................ 55
Section 10 - Engine Protection & Faults ........................................................................................ 69
Section 11 - Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................... 75
Section 12 - Installation .................................................................................................................83
Section 13 - Appendix ................................................................................................................... 89

2 Operation & Maintenance Manual for PowerCom
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION - 1 : INTRODUCTION
Page
About the Manual ......................................................................................................................... 03
To the Owner and Operator ......................................................................................................... 04
General Safety Instructions .......................................................................................................... 05
General Repair Instructions ......................................................................................................... 06
Do’s & Dont’s ................................................................................................................................ 07
Graphic Symbols ......................................................................................................................... 08
Electric Symbols .......................................................................................................................... 09
Foreword ..................................................................................................................................... 11
Important Reference Number ...................................................................................................... 12
Illustrations .................................................................................................................................. 13
About the Manual
This manual contains information needed to correctly operate and maintain the PowerCom provided
on your engine. Additional service literature (Shop Manual, Troubleshooting and Repair Manual) can
be ordered from Authorized Dealers.
This manual contains information needed to understand, correctly operate and maintain the PowerCom
as recommended by Cummins India Limited.
This manual does not cover base engine maintenance procedures. Refer to the Operation and
Maintenance Manual, Bulletin No. 3243773-03 for the specific engine information. Any base engine
specific changes in the Software Calibration Features will be covered in separate bulletins for that
particular Engine / Rating.
This manual does not cover generator equipment maintenance or repair procedures. Consult the
generator equipment manufacturer for specific maintenance and repair recommendations. Both metric
and U.S. customary values are listed in this manual. The metric value is listed first, followed by the
U.S. customary in brackets.
To The Owner and Operator
Preventive maintenance is the easiest and least expensive type of maintenance. Follow the
maintenance schedule recommendations outlined in Maintenance Guidelines.
Keep records of regularly scheduled maintenance.
Use the correct fuel, oil and coolant in your engine as specified in Specifications
and Torque Values. Cummins India Ltd. uses the latest technology and the highest quality components
to produce its engines. Cummins recommends using only genuine Cummins parts and ReCon
exchange parts.
Personnel at Cummins Authorized Repair Locations have been trained to provide expert service and
parts support. If you have a problem that cannot be resolved by a Cummins Authorized Repair
Location, follow the steps outlined in the Service Assistance.
NOTE: Discharge of oil or oily waste into or upon water is a direct violation of today’s laws. Violators
are subject to a penalty of various monetary charges. Dispose off these substances properly.
General Safety Instructions
WARNING
Read and understand all the safety precautions and warnings before repair. This list contains general
safety precautions that must be followed to provide personal safety. Special safety precautions are included
in the procedures when they apply.
• Make sure the work area surrounding the product is safe. Be aware of hazardous conditions that
can exist.
• Always wear protective glasses and protective shoes when working.
• Do not wear loose-fitting or torn clothing. Remove all jewelry when working.
• Disconnect the battery and discharge any capacitors before beginning any repair work. Disconnect
the air starting motor if equipped to prevent accidental engine starting. Put a “Do Not Operate” tag
in the operator’s compartment or on the controls.
• Use ONLY the proper engine barring techniques for manually rotating the crankshaft.
• Do not attempt to rotate the crankshaft by pulling or prying on the fan. This practice can cause
serious personal injury, property damage, or damage to the fan blade(s) causing premature fan
failure. If an engine has been operating and the coolant is hot, allow the engine to cool before you
slowly loosen the filler cap and relieve the pressure from the cooling system.
• Do not work on anything that is supported ONLY by lifting jacks or a hoist.
• Always use blocks or proper stands to support the product before performing any service work.
• Relieve all pressure in the air, oil, and the cooling systems before any lines, fittings, or related
items are removed or disconnected. Be alert for possible pressure when disconnecting any device
from a system that utilizes pressure.
• Do not check for pressure leaks with your hand. High pressure oil or fuel can cause personal
injury. To avoid personal injury, use a hoist or get assistance when lifting components that weigh
23 kg [50 lb] or more. Make sure all lifting devices such as chains, hooks, or slings are in good
condition and are of the correct capacity. Make sure hooks are positioned correctly.
• Always use a spreader bar when necessary. The lifting hooks must not be side-loaded. Corrosion
inhibitor contains alkali.
• Do not swallow internally.
• Do not get the substance in your eyes. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin. In case of
contact, immediately wash skin with soap and water. In case of contact, immediately flood eyes
with large amounts of water for a minimum of 15 minutes. IMMEDIATELY CALL A PHYSICIAN.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Naptha and Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) are flammable
materials and must be used with caution. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to provide complete
safety when using these materials. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
• To avoid burns, be alert for hot parts on products that have just been turned OFF, and hot fluids in
lines, tubes, and compartments.
• Always use tools that are in good condition. Make sure you understand how to use them before
performing any service work. Use ONLY genuine Cummins or Cummins Recon® replacement
parts.
• Always use the same fastener part number (or equivalent) when replacing fasteners. Do not use
a fastener of less quality if replacements are necessary.
General Repair Instructions:
This engine incorporates the latest diesel technology; yet, it is designed to be repaired using normal repair
practices performed to quality standards.
Cummins India Ltd., does not recommend or authorize any modifications or repairs to engines or components
except for those detailed in Cummins Service Information. In particular, un-authorized repair to safety-
related components can cause personal injury. Below is a partial listing of components classified as safety-
related:
1. Air Compressor
2. Cooling Fan
3. Fan Hub Assembly
4. Fan Mounting Bracket(s)
5. Fan Mounting Capscrews
6. Fan Hub Spindle
7. Flywheel
8. Flywheel Crankshaft Adapter
9. Flywheel Mounting Capscrews
10. Fuel Shutoff Assemblies
11. Fuel Supply Tubes
12. Lifting Brackets
13. Throttle Controls
14. Turbocharger Compressor Casing
15. Turbocharger Oil Drain Line(s)
16. Turbocharger Oil Supply Line(s)
17. Turbocharger Turbine Casing
18. Vibration Damper Mounting Capscrews
• Follow All Safety Instructions Noted in the Procedures.
- Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for cleaning solvents and other substances used during
the repair of the engine. Always use good safety practices with tools and equipment.
• Provide a Clean Environment and Follow the Cleaning Instructions Specified in the Procedures
- The engine and its components must be kept clean during any repair. Contamination of the engine
and components will cause premature wear.
• Perform the Inspections Specified in the Procedures.
• Replace all Components or Assemblies which are damaged worn beyond the specifications
• Use genuine Cummins new or ReCon Service Parts and Assemblies.
- The assembly instructions have been written to use again as many components and assemblies as
possible. When it is necessary to replace a component or assembly, the procedure is based on the
use of new Cummins India Ltd. or Cummins ReCon® components. All of the repair services described
in this manual are available from all Cummins Distributors and most Dealer locations.
• Follow the specified Disassembly and Assembly Procedures to avoid damage to the components.
Complete rebuild instructions are available in the shop manual which can be ordered or purchased from
a Cummins Authorized Repair Location.
PowerCom DO’S AND DONT’S

DON’Ts
1. DO NOT remove the PowerCom connectors A, B and C when +24V supply is connected to the controller.
2. DO NOT attempt to open the PowerCom enclosure.
3. DO NOT attempt to remove or repair any of the PowerCom electronic parts (components, cables etc.).
There are no user serviceable parts inside PowerCom.
4. Precaution during welding:
i) DO NOT connect ground cable of welding machine to PowerCom
ii) Do not perform welding on the chassis or any part of engine / chassis when PowerCom is powered
up.
5. DO NOT expose PowerCom to sunlight, humidity, heat, water while in operation.
6. Servicing of PowerCom is to be done by Authorized Cummins Personnel Only.
DO’s
1. Precautions during welding :
i) First, disconnect battery cables from battery terminals.
ii) Then, disconnect the connectors A, B, C from the PowerCom
2. Contact authorized service personnel in case of PowerCom failure.

Graphic Symbols
The following symbols have been used in this manual to help communicate the intent of the instructions. When one
of the symbols appears, it conveys the meaning defined below :
WARNING - Serious personal injury or extensive property damage can result if the warning instructions
are not followed.
CAUTION - Minor personal injury can result or a part, an assembly, or the engine can be damaged
if the caution instructions are not followed.
Indicates a REMOVAL or DISASSEMBLY step.
Indicates an INSTALLATION or ASSEMBLY step.
INSPECTION is required.
CLEAN the part or assembly.
PERFORM a mechanical or time MEASUREMENT.
LUBRICATE the part or assembly.
Indicates that a WRENCH or TOOL SIZE will be given.
TIGHTEN to a specific torque.
PERFORM an electrical MEASUREMENT.
Refer to another location in this manual or another publication for additional information.
The component weight 23 kg [50 lb] or more. To avoid personal injury, use a hoist or get assistance
to lift the component.
Electrical Symbols
Name Symbol Name Symbol
Battery Transfer
Alternator
(Frequency
Source)
Capacitor
Resistor
Fuse
Variable 3 Terminal
Resistor Device
(Potentiometer)
Circuit Breaker
2 Terminal
Device
Jumper Wire
Terminal Strip
Switches :
Coil
(N.O.)
Normally Open Magnetic Core
(N.C.)
Normally Closed
Transformer
Transfer
Transfer Variable Reluctance

3 position Magnetic Pickup
Relay Contact :
Female Contact
(N.O.)
Normally Open
(N.C.) Male Contact

Normally Closed
Name Symbol Name Symbol
Shields: Earth Safety Ground
Shielded Wire ** This symbol may be used in

place of symbol for direct con-
ducting connection to circuit
return to indicate a ground
connection having a specified
Shielded Pair protective function (e.g., for
protection against electrical
shock in case of a fault).
** Ref. Electrical and Electronics
Graphic Symbols and abbrevi-
ated names.
Crossing of Conductors
(wires) not Connected
Junction of Connected
Conductors (wires)
Grounded
Chassis or Frame
Connection
Conducting connection to a chassis

or frame, or equivalent chassis con-
nection of a printed wiring board.
The chassis or frame (or equivalent
chassis connection of a printed wiring
board) may be at a different potential
than the earth or structure in which
this chassis or frame (or printed
wiring board) is mounted.
Direct Conducting Connection to Circuit

Return.
Conducting connection to a structure

that services a function similar to that
of an earth ground (that is, a structure
such as a frame of an air, space or
land vehicle that is not conductively
connected to earth.)
Foreword
This manual contains information for the correct operation and maintenance of your Cummins engine. It
also includes important safety information, engine and systems specifications, troubleshooting guidelines.
Keep this manual with the equipment. If the equipment is traded or sold, give the manual to the new owner.
The information, specifications, and recommended maintenance guidelines in this manual are based on
information in effect at the time of printing. Cummins India Limited reserves the right to make changes at
any time without obligation. If you find differences between your engine and the information in this manual,
contact your local Cummins Authorized Dealer.
The latest technology and the highest quality components were used to produce this engine. When
replacement parts are needed, we recommend using only genuine Cummins or ReCon® exchange parts.
These parts can be identified by the following trademarks:
Important Reference Numbers

Fill in the part name and number in the blank spaces provided below. This will give you a reference whenever
service or maintenance is required.
PowerCom Sr. No. ____________________
Engine Model ____________________
Engine Serial Number ____________________
Engine Control Parts List (CPL) Number ____________________
Engine Oil Type and Viscosity ____________________
Fuel Pump Part Number ____________________
Filter Part Numbers:
• Air Cleaner Element ____________________
• Coolant ____________________
• Lubricating Oil ____________________
• Fuel ____________________
Belt Part Number (Alternator) ____________________
Boot loader calibration no. ____________________
Base calibration no. ____________________
Fuel pump code. ____________________
Engine Hours ____________________

Illustrations
Some of the illustrations throughout this manual are

generic and will not look exactly like the engine or parts
used in your application. The illustrations can contain
symbols to indicate an action required and an acceptable
or not acceptable condition.
The illustrations included in this manual are intended to

illustrate procedures performed or location of particular
items.
The procedure performed or location of the item

described will be the same even though the illustrations
may vary.
Illustrations showing connector contact positions for

connections to the PowerCom are shown as viewed
looking at the connector on the PowerCom, not the
interfacing connector of the wiring harness.
Connector ‘A’
Illustrations showing connector contact positions for

connections to the in-line connectors of the wiring
harnesses are viewed looking at the corresponding
connector on the factory supplied engine or extension
wiring harness, not the connector of the interfacing
harness.
Connector Fuel Actuator

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SECTION 2 : PowerCom General Information

Page
System Overview 16
Description 16
Theory of Operation 16
1.0 System Overview

The PowerCom is a microprocessor based integrated
G-drive controller. It provides engine governing &
complete generator set monitoring and protection.
1.1 Description
PowerCom is used as the standard control panel for
genset applications for domestic markets in the range of
320kVA to 625kVA.
The primary function of PowerCom is to govern the engine,
monitor and protect the engine and the alternator.
The PowerCom consists of engine control board,
alternator control module and LED board with display.
The features available in PowerCom are as follows:
• Engine Parameters monitoring PowerCom
• Alternator Parameters monitoring
• Engine Protection
• Alternator Protection
• Engine Control ( Isochronous governing )
• Engine Paralleling Feature (Speed bias and Raise /
Lower inputs)
• Trims Adjustment Feature ( Limited engine trim
adjustments using display interface and alternator
parameter trimming using display interface. )
• Remote Monitoring compatibility
• Model specific calibration generation feature using
display interface.
• Engineering tool / Manufacturing tool/service tool
compatibility with existing tools.
• 6 configurable discrete outputs
PowerCom
• Fault indication on front panel display using fault LEDs.
• Remote start / stop.
1.2 Theory of operation

Engine Control: Refer fig. 1.0, Pg. 17
The magnetic pickup senses the engine speed at the
flywheel ring gear and generates an AC voltage with its
frequency proportional to the engine speed. The signal
is sensed by the PowerCom and is used as a speed
feedback. The actuator mounted in the actuator housing
is used to control the fuel flow from the fuel pump to the
injectors. Actuator valve (with no current flowing in the
actuator coil) is normally closed. Actuator opens
depending upon the current through the actuator coil.
The PowerCom compares the electrical signal from the
magnetic pickup with a preset speed reference point (for
e.g. 1500 RPM). If there is a difference in the two signals,
the controller will change the amount of current flowing
through the actuator coil. A change in the amount of
current to the actuator coil makes the actuator shaft to
linearly open/ close the fuel outlet port, and controls the
amount of fuel flow to the engine. This in turn controls

the engine speed.
The PowerCom controls the engine speed at the set
reference speed (for e.g. 1500 RPM) from No load to Full
load (For Isochronous operation). It also provides
programmable speed droop function. It requires no
special settings as the software in the PowerCom controls
the engine speed.
Alternator Monitoring: Refer fig 1.0

The PowerCom monitors the alternator parameters such
as:
• Frequency
• LL Voltage (L1, L2,L3, Average)
• LN Voltage (L1, L2,L3, Average)
PowerCom
• Current (L1,L2,L3, Average)
CT
• PF (L1,L2,L3, Average)
• kVA (L1,L2,L3, Total)
• kW (L1,L2,L3, Total)
The controller also recognizes alternator fault parameters

such as:
• Over Voltage Shutdown
• Under Voltage Shutdown
• Over Frequency Shutdown
Fig. 1.0 Block Diagram of operation of PowerCom
• Under Frequency Warning
• Over Current Warning
Service Tool - C-View
Interfacing PowerCom with a PC : Refer fig. 1.1
The datalink connector is 9 pin ‘D’ type connector
interfacing with PC based service tool. The data link is PowerCom
intended to be used to connect single or multiple
PowerCom to a host computer acting as a supervisor for RS-232 Data-link converter RS-485
facilitating data acquisition and logging using a PC based
service tool. Fig. 1.1
There are many features of the PowerCom that are

configured using the service tool. Electronic service tool
is a packaged software application that installs on an
IBM compatible PC. The Service Tool is available as a
Kit
(Part No. 4105287) on a CD. The Service PC, running
the PowerCom Tool is connected to the PowerCom via
a RS-232 serial communication cable. The data link
uses two wire RS-485 serial communication standard.
A RS- 485 to RS-232 converter kit (Part No. 4071717) is
required for connecting the data link to a PC’s RS-232
serial communication port. The configurable features will
be discussed in this manual, however, all functions of
Service Tool are not covered. Refer to the Service Tool
manual (Part No. 3243816) for more detailed information
about using Service Tool.
Note that the service tool ' C-View ' software should be
installed. This requires a separate service cable to
communicate with the PowerCom through the RS-485
service data converter.
SECTION 3 : Front Panel Description

Page
Display 20
Menu selection keys 20
Indicator description 21
List of inputs & outputs 21

1.0 PowerCom Front panel description: Remote Start: This green LED is lit whenever the genset
1.0.1 Display: is remotely started.
Charging Failure: This red LED is lit when the battery
This 128 * 64 LCD display is used to view menus of the
fails to charge.
menu-driven operating system and faults.
Low oil pressure warning: This orange LED is lit
The following 6 menus are displayed on the menu screen whenever the oil pressure is lower than the normal
• Engine – This menu monitors engine parameters. operation.
• Alternator – This menu monitors alternator Overspeed shutdown: This red LED indicates that engine
parameters. has shutdown because of excessive speed.
• Information – This provides important data-plate High coolant temperature warning: This orange LED
information and allows changing of engine serial is lit whenever the coolant temperature reaches above
number. normal range of operation.
• Discrete inputs / outputs – This provides status of Low coolant level shutdown: This red LED indicates
discrete inputs & outputs. that the engine has shutdown because of low coolant
level.
• Fault – This provides fault codes & fault description.
Warning: This orange LED is lit whenever the controller
• Scroll – This provides information on engine and
detects a warning signal.
alternator parameters. (The parameters are scanned
Shutdown: This red LED is lit whenever the controller
one by one ).
detects any shutdown fault.
1.0.2 Display menu selection keys: 3-way selector key switch: The 3 positions are:
Off: This prevents the engine from starting.
6 membrane keys-3 on each side of the display are
used to step through the different menu options and to Run: This keeps the engine in the ready position so that
adjust parameters. once a start command is received, the generator set
starts.
The >> and << keys are used to scroll as Previous
Crank: This key is used to crank the generator set.
& Next menus. The individual screen provides the
guidance for key operations. Lamp key: Press this button to test all front panel LEDs.
Idle & Rated key: This key is used to run the generator
1.0.3 Indicator Description: set at idle or rated speed. The state toggles with every
press. This key is deactivated when the set is running
Genset Running: This green LED is lit whenever the on high idle in loaded condition or engine is remotely
genset is running at rated rpm. started.
Panel Lamps
Shutdown & waring

indication
Previous key
Lamp Test key
Idle/Rated key LCD Display Off/Run/Crank

switch
1.1 Inputs & Outputs: Discrete output – Fault indication

• Remote Start indication
PowerCom measures the input signals from various
• Engine Running indication
sensors which are described in the later section. The
• Common Warning
inputs & outputs are listed below.
• Common Shutdown
• High Coolant Temp Warning
Inputs
• Low Lube Oil Pressure Warning
Analog input - engine • Low Coolant level Shutdown
• Over Speed Shutdown
• Coolant Temperature
• Charging Failure indication
• Lube Oil Pressure
• Intake Manifold Temperature*
Discrete outputs - configurable
• Solid State Potentiometer
• Battery Voltage • Discrete Output 1
• Magnetic Pickup ( MPU ) • Discrete Output 2
• Lube Oil Temperature • Discrete Output 3
• Discrete Output 4
Discrete input • Discrete Output 5
• Discrete Output 6 (for pin K of connector A)
• Remote Start
Each Discrete output can be configured as:
• Remote Stop
• Raise
• Common Warning
• Lower
• Common Shut Down
• Discrete Input 1
• Engine Running
• Discrete Input 2
• Engine Not Ready To Start
• Lamp
• High Coolant Temperature
• Idle / Rated
• Low Lube Oil Pressure
• Low coolant level
• Over Voltage
• Key switch input - OFF/RUN/CRANK
• Under Voltage
• Over Frequency
Analog input - Alternator
• Under Frequency
• LN Voltage (L1, L2,L3) • Over Current
• Current (L1,L2,L3) • High Oil Temperature
• Data Link Start **
Discrete Outputs - engine
• Shut Down
• Starter
• Actuator
Note : * Optional and available on selective models.

** Configurable only for pin K of connector A.
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SECTION 4 : Menu Description

Page
Display schematic 24
Menu selection keys 28
Menu description 28
Engine menu 28
Alternator menu 29
Fault menu 30
Discrete I/Os 30
Information menu 30
Scroll menu 33
Model Specific Calibration 33
Alternator Trim Adjustments 33

PowerCom Display Interface

Screens for Engine Parameters
Screens for Alternator Parameters

Screens for Discrete I/O
Return to main menu

Screens for Faults
Return to main menu
Screens for Information Menu

1.0 Menu Display and Keys: Lube Oil temperature: This submenu displays the oil
temperature in degrees centigrade 0 to 140oC.
Display:
Lube oil pressure: This submenu displays the engine
This 128 * 64 LCD display is used to view menus of the
lube oil pressure in Bar.
menu-driven operating system. This display is also used
to show shutdown & warning messages. Battery Voltage: This submenu displays the battery
Refer to menu trees later in the section. voltage in volts.
Speed: This submenu displays the engine speed in rpm.
Display menu selection keys:
Hours: This submenu displays the no. of hours the engine
4 membrane keys-2 on each side of the display are used
runs.
to step through the different menu options and to adjust
parameters. Fuel Actuator: This submenu displays the actuator
opening in percentage.
The >> and << keys are used to scroll as Next &
Previous menus respectively.
The key is active when a text adjacent to the key is
displayed.
Figure 2.0 shows the front panel with LCD, various menus
and keys for operation. The upper left hand side key is
also used as RETURN TO THE MAIN MENU KEY from
any page.
2.0 Main Menu Description:

The figure below shows the major menus that are available Fig 2.1 Engine parameters
to the user.
Press the key adjacent to the option for observing the
Press the ‘Next’ key to view the next page on the display.
parameters. i.e. if the key adjacent to Engine is pressed,
you will be able to observe all the engine parameters.
Fig 2.2 Engine parameters
Fig 2.0 Engine Menu selection
2.1 Engine Menu:

Figures below show a block representation of the engine
menu. As shown, the engine menu has 8 submenus.
The submenus are as follows:
Coolant Temperature submenu: This submenu displays
the engine coolant temperature in degrees centigrade.
Intake manifold temperature: This submenu displays
the intake manifold temperature in degrees centigrade. Fig 2.3 Engine parameters
Total apparent power (kVA): This displays the total

amount of apparent power.
Real Power: This displays the amount of real power
output for L1, L2 and L3 in kW.
Total Real Power: This displays the total amount of real
power in kW.
Frequency: This displays the generator set output
frequency.
CT ratio: This displays the CT ratio values. Standard
value = 2000 : 5.
Fig 2.4 Engine parameters Fig. 3.0 Key next to “alternator” is pressed to enter the
menu.
After observing all the engine parameters, continue
pressing ‘Prev’ key till Main Menu screen is displayed. Press the ‘Next’ key for viewing the next page.
3.0 Alternator Menu:
Fig. below shows a block representation of the alternator
menu. If you press the key next to the word “Alternator”
in the display, the alternator submenus are displayed.
The submenus are as follows:
Fig 3.1 Alternator parameters
Fig 3.0 Alternator screens
Line-to-Neutral submenu: Line to neutral voltage is

displayed in this submenu. ie. Line1 wrt Neutral, Line2
wrt Neutral & Line3 wrt Neutral.
Average Line-to-neutral submenu: This submenu
displays the average line to neutral voltage in volts.
Current: This submenu displays the line currents for all
3 phases in amperes. Fig 3.2 Alternator parameters
Average current: This displays the average of all three

current values.
Line-to-Line voltage submenu: This displays the
voltage between L1 to L2, L2 to L3 and L3 to L1 in volts.
Average line to line: This submenu displays the average
value of all the 3 line to line voltages.
Power factor: This displays the power factor values of
all the 3 phases.
Average pf: This displays the average value of all three
pf values.
Apparent Power (kVA): This displays the amount of
apparent power output for L1, L2 and L3 in kVA. Fig 3.3 Alternator parameters
4.0 Fault Menu:
Fig 5.0 Discrete I/O Menu

Fig 4.0 Fault Menu
Pressing the ‘Next’ key thereafter will display the
submenus. The submenus are as follows:
To view the fault menu, key adjacent to it should be
pressed Fig 4.0. This menu displays the various fault
codes and their status. If a fault has occurred, Active
will be displayed against the fault code, else Inactive
will be displayed.
‘Next’ key press will lead to the next set of fault list,
whereas, ‘Prev’ key press will lead to the Main menu
page.
Fig 5.1 Discrete I/O screen
Fig 4.1 Faults screen
Fig 5.2 Discrete I/O screen
I/P1 & I/P2: Configurable digital inputs.

Idle/Rated: This submenu displays the type of speed at
which the engine has been set to run. ie. either Idle speed
or Rated speed.
Remote Start: Indicates remote start input status.
Remote Stop: Indicates remote stop input status.
Fig 4.2 Faults screen Key switch: Displays the key switch status; On/Off/Run
condition
Raise: Active or inactive status of this input.
5.0 Discrete I/Os:
Lower: Active or inactive status of this input.
This menu indicates the status of various inputs & outputs.
This menu has 18 submenus. Press the key adjacent to Low Coolant level: Indicates the status of the low coolant
the Discrete I/Os to enter the submenus. level sensor.
This will be active if the coolant level is low else it is

inactive.
Outputs 1 through 6: These are configurable outputs.
The status is high or low depending on the configuration.
Fuel Shutoff valve: This output is On/Off depending on
the condition of the FSO valve.
Starter: Indicates the starter status; whether active or Increment the value and roll over to 0 once
it reaches 9.
inactive.
Shifts digit to the LHS
Go back to the main menu using the “Prev” key. Example : If 12345678 has to be entered
start 1 - shift - 2 shift - 3 - shift....8
Increment Key - 1
6.0 Information Menu: Shift 1 to LHS
Increment key - 1, 2
Shift 2 to LHS.... and so on.... till 12345678
Fig. 6.2 Engine serial number enter
Fig. 6.0 Information menu
This menu gives you the information about the generator

set. This menu can be displayed by pressing the key Yes No
adjacent to the ‘Information’ word on the display.

The following parameters are observed: Fig. 6.3 Engine serial number enter
Serial Number: This is 7 digit value which corresponds
to the controller. Every controller will have a different Sr.
number.
Base Calibration: This displays the base calibration
value.
Boot Loader version: This displays the boot loader
version.
Engine model: Displays the model of the engine. Fig. 6.4 Engine serial number enter
Engine Serial No. - Displays the Serial No. of the engine.
Fig. 6.1 Information screen Fig. 6.5 Engine information

Fig. 6.6 Engine Trim Adjustment
Engine Trim Adjustment
If the user tries to enter out of range values, the controller

restores back the original values.

7.0 Scroll Menu: 8.1 Model Specific Calibration:

This menu scrolls the above described engine, alternator This option can be selected by pressing the upper LHS
parameters and the discrete I/Os. & upper RHS keys simultaneously. This is used for
configuring the model specific calibration file. The model
ID can be selected by incrementing or decrementing the
ID values. This value can also be saved.
Change and
Accept value
Fig. 7.0 Scroll
Fig. 8.1 Model specific calibration
8.2 Alternator Trim Adjustments:

The phase voltage can be adjusted in this option. The
variation is +/-5% of the actual value. The trim value can
be changed by incrementing or decrementing the values.
This value can be saved.
Fig. 6.1 Scroll Screen

Change and
8.0 Settings & Calibration: Accept value
This page can be selected by pressing the upper two

LHS keys simultaneously.
Fig. 8.2 Alternator Trim Adjustments
Note: This setting changes only the display value of this

parameter and not the real alternator output value.
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SECTION 5 : Sensors Description
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Magnetic pickup sensor 36
Coolant temperature sensor 36
Intake manifold temperature sensor 36
Lube oil pressure sensor 36
Coolant level sensor 37
Actuator & actuator housing 37

SENSORS
1.1 Magnetic pickup
The magnetic pickup is an electromagnetic device. It is
mounted on the flywheel housing. It senses the engine
speed at the flywheel ring gear and generates AC voltage
with its frequency proportional to the engine speed. A
two pin MS connector is provided to connect the
magnetic pick up to the engine harness.
The magnetic pickup is connected between pin ‘B’ (RPM
–) and ‘T’ (RPM +) of Connector A through engine
harness. Fig. 1.0
1.2 Coolant temperature sensor

A coolant temperature sensor is mounted on the
thermostat housing. The sensor is fitted in an adapter. A
two-pin connector is provided to connect the coolant
temperature sensor to the engine harness. The sensor
is connected between pin ‘P’ and ‘N’ of Connector ‘A’
through the engine harness.
Fig. 2.0
1.3 Intake Manifold temperature sensor

The intake air temperature sensor is used to monitor the
low temperature aftercooler performance for two-pump
two-loop system only. The intake air temperature sensor
is mounted on the aftercooler housing for the KTA –38-
G5 and KTA-50-G8 engines. A two-pin connector is
provided to connect the intake air temperature sensor to
the engine harness. The sensor is connected between
Pin ‘S’ and ‘U’ of Connector ‘A’ through the engine
harness.
Fig. 3.0
1.4 Lube oil pressure sensor

Lube oil pressure sensor is mounted on the engine block
oil gallery. A three-pin connector is provided to connect
lube oil pressure sensor to the engine harness.
The sensor is connected between pin ‘J’, Pin ‘G’ and Pin
‘H’ of Connector ‘A’ through the engine harness.
Fig. 4.0
1.5 Coolant level sensor

The coolant level sensor is a switch type sensor. It is
used to detect the coolant level of the engine. The sensor
is connected at Pin-R of Connector ‘A’ to the
engine harness.
Note : The sensor locations shown in the figures are
of VTA-28 engine as an example.
Fig. 5.0
1.6 Actuator and actuator housing

The actuator is a linear proportional valve. The actuator
is housed in the aluminum housing. This assembly is
used as a valve for controlling the speed and horsepower
of the engine by controlling the fuel flow. The actuator is
connected between Pin-F and Pin-M of Connector ‘A’ to
the engine harness.
Actuator is closed when no current is flowing through
the actuator coil. When current is passed through the
actuator coil, the actuator port opens proportional to the
actuator current.
Fig. 6.0
Fig. 6.1
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SECTION 6 - Connector details

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Description 40
Engine interface connection 41
OEM connector 41
Optional connector 42
Alternator interface connector 42
Datalink interface connector 42
Internal interface connector 43
ECB to ACMD harness details 43
LED to ACMD harness details 43

CONNECTOR DETAILS
1.0 Description:
The controller consists of three different hardware boards
combined as one – Engine Control Board (ECB),
Alternator Control Module with Display (ACMD) and the
LED Board. Hence there are two internal interfaces :
ECB- ACMD and ACMD – LED Board. The controller
has the following external interfaces:
• Engine Interface – Engine, OEM and Optional
Connector
• Alternator Interface – PT CT Connector
• Data Link Interface – Data Link Connector
14 pin 20 pin FRC

14 pin female female female
Data Link
LED Board ECB to ACMD Engine control
LED Board Connector
to ACMD harness Board
Harness
Powerdown
switch (DIP)
19 pin
male
Engine
connector
OEM connector 14 pin male
Key switch PT/CT connector Optional connector

12 pin male 6 pin male
Terminal strip
sticker
Fig. 1.0 PowerCom Connectors

2.0 Connectors:
2.1 Engine Interface:
2.1.1 Engine Connector (Connector A) – 19 Pin male MS Connector (MS 3102R-22-14P)

All the engine sensors are connected to this connector.
Sr. No. Pin No. Description

1 A 24 Volt Negative
2 B Speed Signal Return
3 C Not Connected
4 D Shutdown Positive
5 E Starter Solenoid Positive
6 F Actuator Positive
7 G Lube Oil Pressure Sensor Supply Positive
8 H Lube Oil Pressure Sensor Output Signal
9 J Lube Oil Pressure Sensor Supply Negative
10 K Data Link Start
11 L 24 Volt Positive
12 M Actuator Return
13 N Coolant Temperature Sensor Signal
14 P Coolant Temperature Sensor Return
15 R Coolant Level Switch Signal
16 S Intake Manifold Temperature Sensor Signal*
17 T RPM Signal
18 U Intake Manifold Temperature Sensor Return*
19 V ‘W’ Point ( Alternator)
* Note : Optional and available only on selective models.
2.1.2 OEM Connector (Connector B) – 14 Pin male connector

All the discrete I/Os are connected to this connector.

1 1B Supply Return
2 2B Raise Switch Signal
3 3B Lower Switch Signal
4 4B Remote Start Signal
5 5B Remote Stop Signal
6 6B Speed Bias Signal
7 7B Configurable Discrete Output 1
12 12B Not Connected
13 13B Discrete Input 1
14 14B Discrete Input 2
2.1.3 Optional Connector( Connector C) – 6 Pin male Connector - usage of this connector depends on customer
requirement.

1 1C Reserved
2 2C Reserved
3 3C Reserved
4 4C Free
5 5C Lube Oil Temperature Sensor Signal
6 6C Lube Oil Temperature Sensor Return
Note : Do not connect to reserved pins.
2.2 Alternator Interface (PT CT Connector) – 12 Pin male Molex Connector

This connector carries all the alternator signals.

1 1 Neutral
2 2 Line B Voltage Input
3 3 Line Y Voltage Input
4 4 Line R Voltage Input
5 5 Free
6 6 Line B Current Input (CT1)
7 7 Line B Current Input (CT2)
8 8 Line R Current Input (CT1)
9 9 Line R Current Input (CT2)
10 10 Line Y Current Input (CT1)
11 11 Line Y Current Input (CT2)
12 12 Free
2.3 Data Link Interface – DB9 female connector (RS-485 Communication)

This connector is used for serial communication.

1 1 Data Link Positive
2 2 Data Link Negative
3 3 Not Connected
4 4 Not Connected
5 5 Not Connected
6 6 Not Connected
7 7 Not Connected
8 8 Not Connected
9 9 Not Connected
2.4 Internal Interfaces:
2.4.1 ECB – ACMD Harness connection details

(20 pin FRC female-female harness with mating connectors on both the boards)

1 1 Unswitched Supply Positive (24 V)
5 5 Not Connected
6 6 Not Connected
7 7 Supply Return
8 8 Supply Return
9 9 Supply Return
10 10 Supply Return
15 15 Not Connected
16 16 Not Connected
17 17 + 5 V Control Pin
18 18 Idle / Rated Switch Signal
19 19 Charging Failure LED Signal
20 20 Supply Return
2.4.2 LED Board – ACMD Harness connection details

(14 pin female-female harness with mating connectors on both the boards)

1 1 Genset Running LED Signal
2 2 Remote Start LED Signal
3 3 Charging Failure LED Signal
4 4 Charging Failure LED Return
5 5 Low Lube Oil Pressure Warning LED Signal
6 6 Over Speed Shut Down LED Signal
7 7 High Coolant Temperature Shut Down LED Signal
8 8 Low Coolant Level Shut Down LED Signal
9 9 Common Warning LED Signal
10 10 Common Shut Down LED Signal
11 11 LED Board Supply Positive (+3.3 V)
12 12 Not Connected
13 13 Not Connected
14 14 Not Connected
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SECTION 7 - PowerCom Features

Page
PowerCom Features 46
PowerCom FEATURES Overcranking Prevention

1.0 Power down mode There is a built in timer mechanism which prevents starter
damage due to over cranking. After six seconds from
Unswitched 24 VDC volts is connected to the PowerCom the instant the key switch is turned to Start position, the
through Connector A.
starter magnetic switch will automatically de activate and
When the key switch is turned to Run position controller remain de activated for six more seconds even if the key
wakes up from sleep mode and executes hardware check is in start position. The starter protection is based on
where the LEDs and Displays are checked. Controller engine speed and not on lubricating oil pressure.
then enters into all parameters scan mode and is ready Releasing the key switch from Start position will reset
to start the engine. When the key switch is in ‘run position’ the starter engage/disengage time.
and the engine is not running, controller will not turn off
immediately, but the power down mode will be enabled. 4.0 Idle / Rated Mode Selection
Controller will turn OFF after the set power down time
The idle / rated switch is used to select the base running
(10 seconds), thus minimizing the battery drain during
speed of the engine. When the idle / rated switch is in
engine off condition. Power down mode can be disabled
Idle Position, Idle speed is selected. Whereas Rated
by a 2 pin DIP switch which is mounted on the ECB.
speed is selected if the switch is in Rated Position.
2.0 Key switch and starter protection When engine is started using key switch, the engine goes
The key switch on the front panel is used to turn on or to idle mode. i.e. the key switch status is ‘Idle’. On
off the 24 volts DC battery supply to the controller. The pressing this key, the status toggles to ‘Rated’ and the
key switch is a three-position switch which controls the engine goes to rated speed. To bring back the engine to
three modes as OFF, RUN, START. idle speed, the key should be pressed again.
i) OFF mode: However, if the engine is started remotely, the key is
The key switch in off mode disconnects the supply to deactivated by the controller switch and the engine directly
the FSOV and fuel actuator, resulting in engine shut goes to Rated Speed.
down. It also transits the controller to “power down” mode.
For e.g.
ii) RUN mode:
Idle speed = 1100 rpm (Idle position)
When the key switch is turned to “Run” position, the Rated speed = 1500 rpm (Rated position)
controller wakes up. Carries out self check and is ready
to start the engine. Note : For AMF application, Idle/Rated switch should
always be in ‘RATED’ position so that on Remote
iii) START mode:
Start, engine goes to rated speed. Also, Idle mode
Turn and hold the key switch to “Start” position, for cannot be selected when engine is on load.
controller to energize the starter magnetic switch. A built
in software mechanism disengages the 5.0 Fuel shutoff supply / Fuel actuator command
supply to the starter magnetic switch after six seconds The percentage duty cycle of the actuator PWM command
and prevents the starter from damage. The controller is indicated on the front display. This fuel actuator
also ramps up the engine speed from crank to idle/rated command is proportional to the current flowing through
mode in a predetermined time period. the actuator.
The supply to the fuel shut off valve is turned ON, the
3.0 Starter Protection
moment the key switch is set to “Run” position, and
When the key switch is held in Start position, the starter remains ON continuously till the engine trips because of
magnetic switch will turn on, causing the starter to a fault condition or the user stops the engine manually or
engage with the flywheel ring gear teeth and rotate the the controller receives a Remote Stop command.
engine. As the engine picks up speed ( upto 330 rpm ),
the starter magnetic switch is de-activated by the 6.0 Alarm Relay Drivers
controller automatically. This disengages the starter from
the flywheel ring gear, preventing the starter from Over Relays can be connected to Discrete outputs of the OEM
cranking. As long as the engine is running, taking the harness for alarm indication.
key switch to Start position will not activate the starter
key switch. This prevents starter damage that can be 7.0 Remote start
caused by an attempt to engage the starter with flywheel Applying +24 volts DC (with respect to engine battery
ring gear when an engine is already running. negative) through an external contact at Pin 4B of the
Connector B, would start the engine with this remote start this LED glows when the engine is not running. As the
command. +24 volts DC should be applied continuously engine starts running and the charging alternator starts
at this input, till engine starts. Note that the Starter supplying charging current to the batteries, the LED turns
magnetic switches (2 Nos. in case of KV engines) draw OFF. If this LED glows when the engine is running, it
current from this 24 V source. The cables and the contact indicates that the charging alternator is not generating
must therefore be appropriately rated. Recommend 10 voltage.
amps capability. It also includes starter protection and
over cranking prevention. 11.0 Non-metallic enclosure
Note: Use ‘potential free contact’ for this input. Better performance and no corrosion.
8.0 Remote stop 12.0 Engine control

On applying 24 volts DC momentarily to pin 5B of the Engine governing facility is provided in this controller.
Connector B, the supply to the fuel shut off valve is The governing lies in the G2 class according to
removed and fuel actuator is closed and the engine is ISO 8528-5.
shut down remotely.
13.0 Engine and alternator parameters
Note: Applying +24 volts DC to Remote Start and
Remote Stop inputs at the same time shall not start Controller also monitors engine & alternator parameters.
the engine. Simultaneous use of Remote start & stop
is invalid 14.0 Raise & lower setpoint
Note : Use ‘potential free contact’ for this input. Raise and lower setpoint input is used for incrementing
and decrementing the engine speed during parallel
CAUTION operation.
Do not connect ‘+24V’ from battery to pin 1B (ground)
of OEM connector. 15.0 Datalink start & stop facility is provided.
Controller when interfaced with PC for communication.
9.0 Battery voltage The service tool used is C-View. User can start/stop the
A 24V battery is connected to power up the controller. controller using C-View.
This battery voltage is measured and displayed on the
digital LCD display. 16.0 PowerCom controller is designed for a 0-60oC
ambient temperature range.
10.0 Battery Charging Indication
With no charging current flowing to the battery from the
charging alternator, the charging failure LED glows. Hence
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SECTION 8 - Alternator Control Module

Page
Description 50
Features 50
Alternator signals 50
Alternator faults & responses 51
Parameters 51
Model specific calibration 54
Trim adjustments 54
Alternator Control Module System:

1.0 The ACM provides alternator protection against
Over voltage, Under Voltage, Over Frequency,
Under Frequency and Over Current.
The ACM fetches the engine parameters from ECB
(engine control board) and monitors AC metering
parameters and status of alternator protection flags to
the ECB. The communication between the ACM & the
ECB is through RS-485 2-wire interface.
Front door
ACM board
LED board
Caution
415 Volt AC
Sticker
2.0 Features: 2.1 Alternator signals:
ACM displays engine as well as alternator parameters. ACM provides analog inputs, Discrete Inputs and Discrete
output signals.
Display provides functionality to select model and give
information to ECB for model specific calibration.
2.1.1 Analog inputs:
Display provides functionality to adjust the trims of ECB
and give the information to ECB for trim adjustment. The analog inputs required for the ACM are:
• Line voltage: L1/L2/L3 which range from 0-500volts.
The ACM provides pass through capability for the external
RS485 communication for the existing ECB PC Tools • Line current: obtained from CT1/CT2/CT3 which
called as ‘C View Tool’. range from 0-2000A
The ACM accepts the calibration download command 2.1.2 Discrete inputs:
through C-View Tools.
The ACM accepts 6 key pad inputs for display interface
The ACM accepts the recalibration download command
for screen operations and 2 key pad inputs for Idle Rated
through C-View Tools.
switch and Lamp on front panel door.
The ACM allows PC tool to adjust the trims variables of
ECB. 2.1.3 Discrete outputs:
The ACM provides feature to adjust pre-selected trims The ACM Control provides 8 different discrete outputs
through Display interface. for Fault indication.
ACM controls the following Fault LEDs • Line3 kW

• Voltage Line to Line Average
• Engine Running
• Voltage Line to Neutral Average
• Remote Start
• Average Alternating Current
• High Coolant Temperature Warning
• Total kVA
• Low Lube Oil Pressure Warning
• Total kW
• Low Coolant Level Shutdown
• Power Factor
• Over Speed Shutdown
• Frequency
• Common Warning
• Common Shutdown
3.0 Alternator control has the following fault
outputs:
2.1.4 Alternator Parameters monitored by ACM are
as follows: • Over frequency fault
• Under frequency fault
• Line1 to Neutral AC Voltage
• Over voltage fault
• Under voltage fault
• Over current fault
• Line1 to Line2 AC Voltage
• Line2 to Line3 AC Voltage The above also act as the alternator protection
• Line1 to Line3 AC Voltage parameters.
• Line1 Current
• Line2 Current 3.1 The ACM fault and fault response are shown in
• Line3 Current the table below:
• Line1 Power Factor Phase
Fault Fault response
• Line2 Power Factor Phase
• Line3 Power Factor Phase Over Frequency Fault Shutdown
• Line1 kVA Under Frequency Fault Warning
• Line2 kVA Under Voltage Fault Shutdown
• Line3 kVA
Over Voltage Fault Shutdown
• Line1 kW
• Line2 kW Over Current Fault Warning
4.0 The parameters that are displayed by the ACM are in the following ranges:
Screen Parameter to be displayed Range Unit
Main Menu Menu Displayed:
Engine
Alternator
Discrete Input-Output
Faults
Scroll (screen scrolling)
Information
Engine Coolant Temperature 0 to 150 Deg C

Intake Manifold Temperature 0 to 150 Deg C
Oil Temperature 0 to 150 Deg C
Lube Oil Pressure 0 to 10 Bar
Fuel Actuator Command 0 to 100 %
Engine Speed 0 to 5000 RPM
Engine Running Hours 0 to 99999.9 Hour
Battery Voltage 0 to 40 Volt
Discrete Customer Input 1 Active, Inactive -

Input-Output
Customer Input 2 Active, Inactive -
Idle / Rated Idle , Rated -
Remote Start Active, Inactive -
Remote Stop Active, Inactive -
Key Switch Off, Run, Start -
Raise Active, Inactive -
Lower Active, Inactive -
Low Coolant Level Active, Inactive -
Configurable xxx Output pin 7 Active, Inactive -
Configurable xxxx Output pin 8 Active, Inactive -
Configurable xxxx Output pin 10 Active, Inactive
Configurable xxxx Output pin 11 Active, Inactive
Fuel Shut Off Active, Inactive -

Starter Active, Inactive
Faults Fault Code Number - -
Fault Status and Description Active, Inactive -
Alternator Line 1 Voltage 0 to 500 Volt

Line 2 Voltage 0 to 500 Volt
Line 3 Voltage 0 to 500 Volt
Line 1 Current 0 to 2000 Ampere
Line 1-3 Voltage 0 to 500 Volt
Line 1 kVA 0 to 2000 kVA
Line 1 kW 0 to 2000 kW
Line 1 PF 0 to 1 -
Line 2 PF 0 to 1 -
Line 3 PF 0 to 1 -
Average Line Voltage 0 to 500 Volt
Average Line Current 0 to 2000 Ampere
Average Line to Line Voltage 0 to 500 Volt
Average kVA 0 to 2000 kVA
Average kW 0 to 2000 kW
Average PF 0 to 1 -
Frequency 0 to 80 Hz
Information ECB Serial No. - -
Base Cal Version - -
Boot loader Version - -
Engine Serial No. - -
Engine Model - -
Scroll Scroll the above screen with four - -
seconds between transitions of
screens.
5.0 Model specific calibration: 6.0 Trim adjustment:

The display supports the functionality for changing the The display supports the functionality for changing the
engine model. The activation of this menu is from the engine parameters. The activation of this menu is made
membrane keys. The following condition is checked for from the membrane keys. The following condition shall
allowing the change in the engine model: be checked for allowing to change the trims:
System Mode = “Ready” i.e. the Genset not running System Mode = “Ready” i.e. the Genset not running
(Engine Speed = 0 RPM) (Engine Speed = 0 RPM)
With the above condition satisfied, the display shall With the above condition satisfied, the display shall
display the list of engine models read from the ACM flash display the list trims read from the ECB.
(Written during PowerCom calibration).
The display scrolls through the trims using the membrane
The display scrolls through the models using the keys. The keys used for this functionality are used for
membrane keys. The model is accepted using the scrolling through the trims, selecting the trim to be
membrane key. changed, incrementing the trim value, decrementing the
trim value, cursor left, cursor right and accepting the
ACM gives the model specific trims from ACM flash to
changed value. (As described on page 33).
ECB for model specific calibration generation.
SECTION 9 - Engine Startup And Adjustments

Page
Introduction 56
Engine Start-up 56
Frequency Adjustment 56
Engine Speed Governing 57
Droop Adjustment 59
Faults 60
Annunciation 61
Power Down 62
Engine Hours 62
Manual Overrides 62
Calibration 63
CT Mounting 65
Configuration of Customer Inputs 66

ENGINE STARTUP AND can select “Raise-Lower Switches”, “Speed Bias

Analog Input” or “None” as a source for providing
ADJUSTMENTS the frequency adjustment. If the user doesn’t
want to adjust the engine speed then the “Speed
Introduction
Adjust Source” shall be set to “None”.
This section explains various field adjustments provided
2.2 Raise-Lower Switches:
by controller. Field adjustments allow the user to tune or
select certain parameter options specific to customer Two switch inputs called as “Speed Raise” and
requirements. Field adjustments can be performed with “Speed Lower” are provided on the connector B to
the help of controller Service Tool. This document adjust the generator set frequency. The frequency
explains the function of all the field adjustments and the is adjusted within +/- 4 Hz of the rated operating
effect each field adjustable has on the operation of frequency.
controller.
The customer can implement the frequency adjust
1. Adjustments for Engine Start-up feature by connecting the speed raise / speed lower
push buttons on connector B to +24 Volts.
1.1 Start to Idle Time
The engine speed will increase by 1 RPM if the
Tool Feature: Engine Crank
“Speed Raise” button is momentarily pressed and
Description: This is the time required by the engine released. If the “Speed Raise” button is pressed and
to reach the Idle Speed after cranking it. The user held in that position then the engine speed will
has a choice of selecting the time in which the engine increase at a programmable rate (e.g. 2 RPM/
is expected to ramp up to the Idle Speed after second).
cranking.
The engine speed will decrease by 1 RPM if the
Example: If the Start To Idle Time is set to 10 “Speed Lower” button is momentarily pressed and
seconds, then the engine shall ramp to Idle Speed released. If the “Speed Lower” button is pressed and
(E.g. 1100 RPM) in 10 seconds after cranking it. held in that position then the engine speed will
decrease at a programmable rate (e.g. 2 RPM/
1.2 Start to Rated Time second).
Tool Feature: Engine Crank Note: Use potential free contacts for these
inputs.
Description: This is the time required by the engine
to reach the Rated Speed after cranking it. The user 2.3 Raise Lower Switch Ramp Rate
has a choice of selecting the time in which the engine
Tool Feature: Reference Speed
is expected to ramp up to the Rated Speed after
cranking. This time can be set to a minimum value Description: This parameter sets the rate at which
(E.g. 0 seconds) in case of AMF application, where the engine speed will change (increase in case of
it is critical to get the engine to rated speed as fast “Speed Raise” button and decrease in case of
as possible. “Speed Lower” button) if either the Speed Raise /
Speed Lower button is pressed and held in that
Note: Setting Start to Rated Time to 0 seconds,
position.
does not mean that the engine goes to rated speed
in 0 seconds, but it means that, the ramping of the Example: If the Raise Lower Switch Ramp Rate is
speed shall be disabled and the engine speed ramp set to 2 RPM/second then the engine speed will
up shall only be limited by the engine inertia and not change by 2 RPM every second if either “Speed
controlled by controller. Raise” or “Speed Lower” button is pressed and held
in that position.
Example: If the Start To Rated Time is set to 10
seconds, then the engine shall ramp to Rated Speed 2.4 Speed Bias Analog Input:
(E.g. 1500 RPM for 50 Hz application) in 10 seconds
The speed bias input can be implemented by
after cranking it.
connecting a 0-5 Volt analog input to connector B -
pin I with reference to engine battery negative when
2.0 Frequency Adjustments
“speed adjust source” is selected as “speed bias
2.1 Speed Adjust Source analog Input”.
Ø Tool Feature: Reference Speed Note
Ø Description: controller provides the user with The speed bias signal and the signal return
2 options for frequency adjustment. The user conductors must be protected from EMI by using
a twisted, shielded cable. One end of the shield 3.1 Governor Gain Adjust
must be connected at connector B - pin A at the
controller end and the other end should be left Ø Tool Feature: Governor
open.
Ø Description: The overall engine speed governor
Δ Caution Δ response can be tuned with the help of this
parameter.
The voltage input must not exceed +5 Volt DC
for the speed bias input. Improper configuration Δ Caution Δ
or adjustment of speed bias input feature can
Improper configuration or adjustment of
cause unstable engine operation. The user is
governor gain adjust parameter can cause
responsible for performing the necessary
unstable engine operation. The user is
system tests to ensure that the feature is
properly configured.
The parameters related to the frequency adjustment properly configured.)
feature are described below.
Ø Example: If the Governor Gain Adjust
2.5 Speed Bias Input Connected parameter is set to 0.7, then the governor
proportional gain will get scaled by 0.7. If the
Ø Tool Feature: Analog Inputs Governor Gain Adjust parameter is set to 1.2,
then the governor proportional gain will get
Ø Description: If the user wants to select the scaled by 1.2.
“Speed Bias Analog Input” as the frequency
adjust source, then the user first needs to enable 3.2 Governor Load Scheduling Enable
the speed bias analog input by selecting
“Connected” option through Service Tool. Also Ø Tool Feature: Governor
the “Speed Adjust Source” parameter needs to
Ø Description: The user can enable or disable the
be configured to select “Speed Bias Analog
engine load based governor gain-scheduling
Input” as the source for frequency adjustment.
feature using this parameter. If enabled, the
3.0 Adjustments for Engine Speed Governing governor gains will get scaled by a multiplier as
explained in the description for “Governor Gain
Controller offers a number of adjustments for Engine Load Multiplier Table” parameter.
Speed Governing. Note that the factory set default
values for all the governor parameters are already 3.3 Governor Gain Load Multiplier Table
tuned specific to engine models, so in normal
Ø Tool Feature: Governor
circumstances, the user should not be required to
perform any adjustments for engine speed Ø Description: This feature provides flexibility to
governing. If at all the adjustments are required to the engine speed governor in a way that the user
be performed then, the adjustments shall be can have different speed governor response
performed in the following order; based on engine load. By configuring this
♦ If steady state speed instability or engine feature, the users can optimise the speed
hunting is observed then adjust the “Governor governor feature within controller for all
Gain Adjust” parameter first. conditions like engine no load to engine full load.
♦ If steady state speed instability or engine This parameter is a 2-D table of Engine Load
hunting is observed at specific load on the vs. Gain Multiplier. The engine load is divided
engine then, adjust the “Governor Gain Load into four regions viz. 0% to 24%, 25% to 49%,
Multiplier Table” parameter, which allows the 50% to 74% and 75% and above. The user can
user to adjust the speed governor response at have different gain multipliers depending on the
specific load points. engine load.
♦ If steady state instability or engine hunting is Note

observed during cold engine conditions, then
Since this feature is based on Engine Load
adjust the “Governor Gain Temperature
measured by controller, the user must
Multiplier” parameter, which allows the user to
perform the load calibration as mentioned
adjust the speed governor response when the
in the description for “Load Mapping Table”.
engine is cold.
Δ Caution Δ system tests to ensure that the feature is

governor gain adjust parameter can cause Ø Example: If the value of “Governor Gain
unstable engine operation. The customer is Scheduling Temperature Threshold” is set to 40
responsible for performing the necessary °C and the “Governor Gain Temperature
system tests to ensure that the feature is Multiplier” is set to 0.75, then the governor gains
properly configured. will get scaled by 0.75 as long as the engine
temperature is less than 40 °C.
As soon as the engine temperature exceeds
Ø Example: The user can configure the Governor
beyond the temperature indicated by “Governor
Gain Load Multiplier Table as follows;
Gain Scheduling Temperature Threshold” (40 °C
for this example), the “Governor Gain
Engine Load (%) Multiplier
Temperature Multiplier” will have no effect on the
0 0.900 governor gains.
25 0.945 3.5 Governor Gain Temperature Multiplier
50 1.000 Ø Tool Feature: Governor
100 1.000 Ø Description: This feature provides flexibility to
the engine speed governor in a way that the
For the above settings, the governor gains will governor response can be tuned for various
be scaled by 0.900 if the engine load is between engine temperatures. By configuring this feature,
0% and 24%. The governor gains will be scaled the users can optimise the speed governor
by 0.945 if the engine load is between 25% and feature within CONTROLLER for cold engine as
49% and so on. well as warm engine conditions.
The way this feature works is that, the user can
3.4 Governor Gain Scheduling Temperature
tune “Governor Gain Temperature Multiplier”,
Threshold
which scales the governor gains. This gain
Ø Tool Feature: Governor multiplier scales the governor gains only if the
engine coolant temperature is less than value
Ø Description: This feature provides flexibility to
indicated by “Governor Gain Scheduling
the engine speed governor in a way that the
Temperature Threshold”.
governor response can be tuned for various
engine temperatures. By configuring this feature, Thus the user can program both the temperature
the users can optimise the speed governor threshold below which gain multiplier scales the
feature within controller for cold engine as well governor gains as well as the value of the gain
as warm engine conditions. multiplier.
The way this feature works is that, the user can Δ Caution Δ
tune “Governor Gain Temperature Multiplier”,
which scales the governor gains. This gain
multiplier scales the governor gains only if the
unstable engine operation. The user is
engine coolant temperature is less than value
indicated by “Governor Gain Scheduling
Temperature Threshold”.
Thus the user can program both the temperature
threshold below which gain multiplier scales the
governor gains as well as the value of the gain Ø Example: If the value of “Governor Gain
multiplier. Scheduling Temperature Threshold” is set to 40
°C and the “Governor Gain Temperature
Multiplier” is set to 0.75, then the governor gains
Δ Caution Δ will get scaled by 0.75 as long as the engine
temperature is less than 40 °C.
governor gain adjust parameter can cause As soon as the engine temperature exceeds
unstable engine operation. The customer is beyond the temperature indicated by “Governor
responsible for performing the necessary Gain Scheduling Temperature Threshold” (40 °C
for this example), the “Governor Gain Isochronous Mode: For Isochronous speed
Temperature Multiplier” will have no effect on the mode operation, the droop setting needs to be
governor gains. set to 0%.
Note
3.6 Idle Speed
The default % Droop is factory set to 3%. If
Ø Tool Feature: Reference Speed
the Droop value is changed, then the effect
Ø Description: The user can set the low idle speed of new Droop value will take place only after
of the engine using this parameter. user performs “Save Adjustments” using C-
View and turns off the CONTROLLER by
Ø Example: If the value for “Idle Speed” is set to
using the “Forced Power Down “ feature or
1100 RPM, then after start-up, the engine will
waits till CONTROLLER Power Down. The
run at 1100 RPM if Idle/Rated switch is in Idle
procedure for “Forced Power Down” of
position.
CONTROLLER is explained in description for
If the value for “Idle Speed” is set to 900 RPM, 0 - Power Down Control.
then after start-up, the engine will run at 900
Δ Caution Δ
RPM if Idle/Rated switch is in Idle position.
3.7 Idle to Rated Time
Ø Tool Feature: Reference Speed unstable engine operation. The user is
Ø Description: This parameter sets the time it
takes for the engine to ramp up or ramp down
from idle to rated mode and vice versa.
Example: For Droop = 3%,
Ø Example: If the value for “Idle to Rated Time” is
NLS = 1545 RPM,
set to 10 seconds, then the engine will ramp up
FLS = 1500 RPM.
from idle speed (e.g. 1100 RPM) to rated speed
(e.g. 1500 RPM for 50 Hz application) in 10 If for a given generator set, Rated kW Load =
seconds. Similarly it will ramp down from rated 400 kW, then
speed (e.g. 1500 RPM for 50 Hz application) to
For available kW Load = 200 kW, the engine
idle speed (e.g. 1100 RPM) in 10 seconds.
speed can be calculated from the above formula
and it would be equal to 1522.5 RPM.
4.0 Adjustments for Droop
4.2 Adjustments for Load Management (Load
4.1 Droop
Mapping)
Ø Tool Feature: Reference Speed
Load Offset Table
Ø Description: Droop is typically expressed in
Ø Tool Feature: Load Management
percentage of speed and can be calculated
using the formula; Description: CONTROLLER supports Droop
over a range of 0 to 6%. When the Droop is set
No Load Speed – Full Load Speed
% Droop = ———————————————— x 100 to 0%, it is called as “Isochronous” operation
Full Load Speed where the engine speed does not change with
E.g. If the No Load Speed = 1545 RPM, Full the engine load. In this case Load mapping /
Load Speed = 1500 RPM, then % Droop using Load management is not required.
the formula above would be equal to 3%. For any value other than 0% of Droop, the engine
The engine speed at any given load would then speed shall change within a certain band with
be calculated using the following formula; reference to engine load.
I.e. e.g. For Droop = 3%,
S=
[NLS –
Available kW Load
————————— x (NLS – FLS)
Rated kW Load ] (Engine Speed) No-Load = 1545
(Engine Speed) 50%-Load = 1522.5
Where; (Engine Speed) 100%-Load = 1500
S = Speed at available load; In order for CONTROLLER to calculate the
NLS = No Load Speed (Same as high idle speed); correct speed at which the engine should run
FLS = Full Load Speed (Rated Speed, e.g. 1500 RPM based on engine load, CONTROLLER
for 50 Hz application). calculates percent engine load based on the
actuator current. It does so with the help of a 3) Run the engine at no load.
table, which relates the actuator current to %
4) Observe the parameter Engine Load in the
engine load. This table is part of the
CONTROLLER Service Tool Monitor window.
CONTROLLER calibration and cannot be
changed in the field. On top of this table, there 5) If the parameter Engine Load is same as the
is another table, which relates % engine load to actual load in % kW on the engine, then go to
% engine load offset. This table is field the next step. If not then enter the difference
adjustable. (Actual Load (%) - Load Calculated by
CONTROLLER (%)) in the second column and
% Engine Load % Load Offset
first row of the table Load Offset Table.
0 0
6) Run the engine at various load points. One load
25 0
point shall be used for each load segment viz.
50 0 0, 25, 50 and 75. I.e. For the segment 25%, the
75 0 engine can be run at 30% or 40% or which ever
100 0 is available at the customer site.
7) Repeat steps 4 and 5 for all the load segments
This table is provided to compensate for any mentioned in step 6.
differences between the actual percent load and
the percent load calculated by CONTROLLER. 8) Stop the engine and perform a Save
Adjustments operation using the
E.g. If the actual percent load (in % kW), on the CONTROLLER Service Tool so that the above
engine is equal to 20% and the percent load readings are permanently stored in
calculated by CONTROLLER is equal to 17%, CONTROLLER.
then the difference of 3%, required by
CONTROLLER to match the actual load, shall 5. Faults
be entered in the “% Load Offset” column in front
of 0% engine load. CONTROLLER has the following attributes for any
Fault
Conversely, if the actual load on the engine is
equal to 40% and the load calculated by ♦ Fault Code: This is a unique number that
CONTROLLER is equal to 44%, then the identifies a particular fault.
difference of -4%, required by CONTROLLER ♦ Fault Response: A Fault Response can either
to match the actual load, shall be entered in the be Warning or Shutdown and are field
“% Load Offset” column in front of 25% engine adjustable. Faults with response as shutdown
load. will trip the engine on the occurrence of the fault
Similarly, the load offsets across the entire load where as faults with response as warning will
range can be compensated for with the help of not trip the engine but only indicate the warning
this table. condition.
Note ♦ Fault Status (Active & Inactive faults): This

attribute indicates whether a fault is present or
This is a one-time activity to be performed not at any given instance of time. If a fault is live
while commissioning CONTROLLER then the fault status will be “Active” and if the
generating sets for paralleling operation. fault has occurred in the past but is not live
This activity needs to be repeated if any of then the fault status will be “Inactive”.
the engine components like fuel pump,
actuator are replaced. Please ensure that the ♦ No of Occurrences: This attribute indicates how
kW meter in the Generator Set panel is many times a fault has occurred. This is a non-
calibrated. resettable attribute. It can only be viewed.
A) Example: Procedure for calibrating the ♦ Time of Last Occurrence: This is the time at
CONTROLLER for Load Measurement is as which the fault has last occurred. It is in terms
follows: of Engine Hours. For e.g. if a particular fault has
occurred 5 times then the time stored would be
1) Start the generating set as a single set. the time for the fault when it occurred for the
2) Connect the CONTROLLER Service Tool to fifth time.
CONTROLLER and continuously monitor ♦ Snapshot: Snapshot consists of a list of pre-
Engine Load. defined parameters. Every time a fault occurs,
the values for these pre-defined parameters default response for this fault from “Warning” to
would be stored in the memory. For every fault “Shutdown”.
occurrence, there would be a set of two values E.g. 2
for each parameter in the snapshot. One set of
value would be just before the fault occurred and For fault code 234 (Engine Overspeed), the
the other set of value would be just after the default response is “Shutdown”. It means that if
fault occurred. This would help in diagnosing any the controller detects that the engine speed has
issues by providing this additional information. exceeded the overspeed threshold, then the
Limited number of snapshot records can be controller will trip the engine as it is potentially
stored in memory and when the memory dangerous to run the engine in such situation.
allocated for snapshot is full, then any new Since this fault is critical and the engine needs
snapshot entry would overwrite the oldest to shutdown immediately, the user cannot
snapshot entry. CONTROLLER Service Tool can change the fault response of this fault from
read this snapshot memory and after reading “Shutdown” to “Warning”. This way the controller
this memory, it can be cleared using the would ensure that the critical faults are not
CONTROLLER Service Tool. disabled.
5.1 Fault Information List 5.2 Clear Snapshot Type 1 Buffer

Ø Tool Feature: Fault Handler
Ø Tool Feature: Fault Handler
Ø Description: The user can clear the snapshot
Ø Description: This is a table of Fault Codes and memory within the controller by this parameter.
default response of that Fault Code. The user Even if the snapshot memory is not cleared, the
can configure this Fault Response. A fault controller will overwrite the memory with new
response of “Warning” is considered “less snapshot information if this memory becomes
severe” and the fault response of “Shutdown” is full.
considered to be “more severe”.
6. Annunciation
Δ Caution Δ
Customer Output
The user can change the response of a
Ø Tool Feature: Discrete Outputs
particular fault from “less severe” to “more
severe”. A “more severe” response cannot Ø Description: CONTROLLER gives the user an
be changed back to “less severe”, i.e. for a option of having one free configurable output.
fault with a default response as “Warning”, The user can configure this output by choosing
the response can be changed to one of the options available, which are
“Shutdown”. But for a fault with a default mentioned in the table.
response as “Shutdown”, the response
cannot be changed to “Warning”. This way No Option If this is the selected Option then
the user cannot disable critical faults like 1 Common Warning Customer output (+24 volts on Pin no
engine protection faults. H of connector B) shall be active if one
or more faults within CONTROLLER with
If the user wants to revert back the fault response response as Warning are present.
of a fault from “more severe” to “less severe”,
2 Common Shutdown Customer output (+24 volts on Pin no
i.e. from “Shutdown” to “Warning”, then it can H of connector B) shall be active if one
only be done by re-calibrating the controller. This or more faults within CONTROLLER with
way the default response of the faults would be response as Shutdown are present.
restored back. 3 Engine Running Customer output (+24 volts on Pin no
H of connector B) shall be active if the
Ø Example:
engine is running at rated speed.
E.g. 1 4 Engine Not Ready Customer output (+24 volts on Pin no
to Start H of connector B) shall be active if Key
For fault code 145 (Coolant Temperature Sensor
Switch is in OFF position and/or the
shorted high), the default response is “Warning”. Idle/Rated Switch is in Idle position.
It means that if the coolant temperature sensor This indicates that the engine cannot be
is out of range, then the controller will only issue started using Remote Start Input as used
a warning and the engine would not trip. in AMF Applications. Thus to enable the
engine to start remotely Key Switch
If a particular customer prefers to trip the engine should always be in RUN position
in case the coolant temperature sensor goes and Idle/Rated switch should be in
Rated position.
out of range, then the user can change the
7. Power Down Control The engine running hours that are displayed on
the CONTROLLER digital display indicates the
Power Down Control
cumulative hours the engine has run. In normal
Ø Tool Feature: System Mode case the “Engine Hours” and “Ressetable
Engine Hours” would both indicate the same
Ø Description: CONTROLLER has a Powerdown
value. But in case if an CONTROLLER is
feature, which automatically powers down the
changed in the field and a new CONTROLLER
controller after a pre-set time (factory set default
is fitted, then the user needs to assign the hours
value is 10 minutes) if the engine is not running
clocked by the earlier CONTROLLER (the one
irrespective of the key switch position. This
which was replaced) to the “Engine Hours Since
feature allows the user to configure the
Reset” parameter in the new CONTROLLER.
Controller Power Down by choosing one of the
The example given below is self-explanatory.
options available in the table mentioned below.
No Option If this is the selected Option then
1. Disable Powerdown The powerdown feature is disabled Ø Example: If a particular engine has run for 3000
temporarily and the CONTROLLER will hours without replacing the CONTROLLER for
not powerdown. This option is suitable the entire duration of 3000 hours then “Engine
in situations where the user wants to Hours” would be equal to 3000 Hours and
per form some diagnostics without “Engine Hours Since Reset” would also be equal
running the engine and wants the to 3000 Hours.
controller to be ON. Power Down
Control feature will default back Enable After 3000 Hours, if for some reason the
Powerdown once the engine is started. CONTROLLER is replaced, and a new
This option cannot be stored permanently CONTROLLER is fitted on the same engine, the
in CONTROLLER memory. “Engine Hours” parameter for the new
2. Enable Powerdown The powerdown feature is enabled and CONTROLLER shall start recording the hours
CONTROLLER will powerdown if the from zero (0 Hours). In order for the new
engine is not started and CONTROLLER CONTROLLER to show the cumulative engine
is ON for pre-set time duration. running hours, the user needs to set the “Engine
3. Force Powerdown The CONTROLLER skips the pre-set Hours Since Reset” parameter equal to the
power down time and powers down hours clocked by the previous CONTROLLER,
immediately. This option is suitable in i.e. for this example, it would be 3000 Hours.
situations where the user has performed Thus the new CONTROLLER now would be able
Save Adjustments using the to track the cumulative engine run hours and
CONTROLLER Service Tool and wants the same will be displayed on its digital display.
to cycle power to CONTROLLER.
Note 9. Manual Overrides
This is the only recommended way of The Manual Overrides are provided for diagnostics
forcefully powering down the purpose. With the help of these overrides, the user
CONTROLLER instead of removing the can force a particular output/input to have a specific
CONTROLLER connectors or removing value to verify whether that particular output/input is
power from the battery terminals. functioning properly. The way these overrides work
is that for a particular parameter override, two
8. Engine Hours parameters are used. One is the override value itself
Engine Hours Since Reset and another parameter to enable or disable the
override mode. The user can configure these
Ø Tool Feature: Hour Meter overrides temporarily by putting the values of their
Ø Description: CONTROLLER keeps track of choice and then enabling the override switch. The
engine running hours using two parameters. One override switch values restore to default on the next
parameter is non-resettable and one is power-up, the default option being “Inactive”. The
resettable. The non-resettable parameter override parameters do not retain their values in
indicates the number of hours the engine has memory.
run with a particular CONTROLLER. Whereas Δ Caution Δ
the ressetable parameter allows the user to store
the cumulative engine running hours in case Manual Overrides are provided for diagnostic
multiple CONTROLLER’s have been used on purpose only. Since these values override
that particular engine. normal parameter values, it is not advisable to
run the engine with the manual override values 9.3 Speed Override Enable
as it might potentially cause severe damage to Ø Tool Feature: Engine Speed
the engine or result in severe injury to the
operator. Ø Description: This is the override switch provided
to Enable or Disable the Engine Speed Override.
9.1 Fuel Actuator Cmd Override When this parameter is set to “Enable” the engine
is run at the speed specified by “Speed Override”
Ø Tool Feature: Fuel System parameter.
Ø Description: This is the override provided for 10.0 Calibration Procedure:
Fuel Actuator Command. With this the user can PowerCom can be calibrated in 2 ways:
set a forced value for the Fuel Actuator 1: Through C-View
Command. It is very useful to diagnose the fuel 2: Through controller panel.
actuator for typical actuator issues like actuator
sticky. Use of this override is strongly Through controller panel: Refer to the model specific
recommended to diagnose the actuator instead calibration.
of conventional methods like applying external Connect the controller to the PC using the data link
voltage to the actuator. connector and RS232-RS485 converter. Follow the given
steps for calibration.
For this override to function the engine should
be stopped and then the user can enter a
10.1 Go the Tool setup utility for setting of PowerCom
specific value in % for this parameter.
serial number.
Ø Example: If “Fuel Actuator Cmd Override” =
35%, then the actuator would be driven by a
35% PWM signal.
If “Fuel Actuator Cmd Override” = 50%, then the
actuator would be driven by a 50% PWM signal.
9.2 Fuel Actuator Cmd Override Enable

Ø Tool Feature: Fuel System
Ø Description: This is the override switch provided
to Enable or Disable the Fuel Actuator
Command Override. When this parameter is set
to “Enable” the “Fuel Actuator Cmd Override” Enter the engine control board serial number and select
parameter drives the fuel actuator. the type of controller used. Refer to the above fig. Click
ADD to save the *.cfg file.
Speed Override
10.2 Open Cview to select the site & identify the
Ø Tool Feature: Engine Speed
controller.
Description: This is the override provided for
Refer to the fig. given below.
Engine Speed. With this the user can run the
engine at a specific speed.
Δ Caution Δ
Running the engine at an excessively high
speed can cause potential damage to the
engine as well as can cause severe injury to
the operator.
Ø Example: If “Speed Override” is set to 1300
RPM, then the engine would run at 1300 RPM.
If the “Speed Override” is set to 1600 RPM, then the
engine would run at 1600 RPM.
10.3 " Click on " Connect " to start calibration. 10.5 Observe the following screen.
Refer to the fig. shown below.
Select the type of controller. Select *.cal file & press OK
for calibration.
10.4 After connecting to PowerCom, the following

screen is observed with various adjustable &
observable parameters. 10.6 Following screen is observed on the PC when
Click on ‘calibrate’ for calibration of the controller. the controller is calibrating itself.
Also, it takes about 20 mins for calibration.
10.7 Following screen is observed when the controller

is successfully calibrated.
Note : Disconnect the C-View after

calibration.
If the user wants to use C-View, he
will have to reconnect it to the
controller
These are various engine & alternator parameters that are adjusted & monitored.
11.0 GUIDELINES FOR CURRENT TRANSFORMERS range) output amperes. In other words, when the generator
is producing 100% output amperes, the secondary
All current transformers (CTs) used with PowerCom current of the CTs is 2.5 amperes per phase. This
control must confirm to the following specifications. requirement determines a lower bound of the CT ratio.
• Continuous rated full load secondary output current: An upper bound is determined by requiring that at 100%
5 amps at 50 or 60Hz rated output current the CTs secondary current is at least
1 ampere. The purpose of this is to maintain sufficient
• Total burden VA rating: at least 2.5 VA
metering resolution. The lower and upper bound of the
• Output terminals between which current is drawn in CT limits are prescribed by the following two formulas.
high and low ranges on tapped CTs.
Minimum CT Ratio = (2) * (Genset Rated Current)
• Maximum allowable ratio error at rated output:
5
+/–1%
• Maximum allowable phase angle error at rated output: Maximum CT Ratio = (5) * (Genset Rated Current)
+/–1% 5
• 10 second overload output current in rated metering
Formula for CT Sizing
load: 10 Amps
• Maximum allowable ratio error at overload output: We find the genset rated current in each phase for each
+/–1% output voltage. This is done using the following formula:
• Ambient temperature rating: –40 to 176 Deg F Current = Power (VA)
(–40 to +80 Deg C) √3 * Voltage
• System voltage rating – 600VAC OR
Current = Power (W)
Current Transformer Selection √3 * Voltage*Power factor
Current transformers (CTs) used in PowerCom control Refer to the figure below for mounting methods of the
applications are ideally sized to produce rated CT CT.
secondary amps at twice rated generator (full 200%
Fig. 11.0 Mounting of CT.
Note: P1 side of CT is towards the alternator.

12.0 Configuration of Customer Faults
These two faults can be enabled as warning or shutdown.
For fault options, please refer page 21.
The below figurres show the setting of customer faults

using C-View.
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SECTION 10 - ENGINE PROTECTION & FAULTS

Page
Engine Protection 70
Fault Diagnosis 70
Fault Codes 70
Fault code information 70
Fault response threshold 73

1.0 ENGINE PROTECTION 1.2 Fault Codes

The PowerCom can record and report certain detectable
The engine protection parameters shown on the right
diagnostic conditions. These conditions are recorded as
can be configured within preset limits using the service
fault codes. These can be used to assist in
tool. The service tool does not allow the values of the
troubleshooting engine and controller failure. Refer to
parameter to be set beyond the minimum and maximum
the fault code list and troubleshooting tree in the manual
limits.
for further details.
1.1 Fault Diagnosis Fault codes recorded in the PowerCom can be accessed
in following way:
The following are the fault and warning indications
that are visible on the display panel. These – PowerCom Front Panel: When a fault is detected by
indications light up red whenever a fault or a warning the controller, the red LED on the right hand side ie.
occurs. “Common warning or Common shutdown” lights up or
any fault that is displayed on the front panel lights up,
Common Warning
depending on the fault condition.
Common Shutdown
High Coolant Temp Warning The user can use the key which is adjacent to the “Fault”
Low Lube Oil Pressure Warning on the display to view the active faults along with the
Low Coolant level Shutdown respective code detected by the controller.
Over Speed Shutdown
The codes and the respective faults are as follows:
Charging Failure indication
Note: Only active faults are displayed on PowerCom
panel. PowerCom service tool shall be used to view
all active as well as inactive faults.
1.2.1 Fault Code Information :
Fault Engine Default fault Fault Description Effect (only when fault is active)
Code Protection/ response
system Fault
135 System Warning Oil Pressure Sensor No engine protection for lube oil
Signal is shorted High pressure. No effect on engine
performance.
141 System Warning Oil Pressure Sensor Signal is No engine protection for lube oil
shorted Low pressure. No effect on engine
performance.
143 Engine Warning Low oil pressure Low lube oil pressure warning.
Protection No effect on engine performance.
144 System Warning Coolant temp. sensor signal is No engine protection for coolant temp.
shorted high No effect on engine performance.
145 System Warning Coolant temp. sensor signal is No engine protection for coolant temp.
shorted low No effect on engine performance.
146 Engine Warning High Coolant temperature. High coolant temperature warning
Protection relay is energized. No effect on engine
performance.
151 Engine Shutdown High coolant temperature Shutdown of the engine

Protection
153 System Warning High intake manifold No effect on engine performance.

temperature.
system Fault
154 System Warning Low intake manifold No effect on engine performance.

temperature.
155 Engine Warning High auxiliary temp. No effect on engine performance.
Protection
234 Engine speed Shutdown Overspeed shutdown Engine shuts down when controller
detects this fault.
235 Engine Shutdown Low coolant level shutdown Engine shuts down when controller
Protection detects this fault.
359 Engine crank Shutdown Engine fail to start This fault occurs when the engine fails
to start after a set time.
415 Engine Shutdown Low oil pressure Engine shuts down after the detection
Protection of this fault.
441 System Warning Weak battery detected Controller has detected a weak
battery. Engine may not crank.
1411 System Warning Speed bias analog i/p signal No effect on engine performance.
is shorted high.
1416 System mode Shutdown Engine fails to shutdown Engine fails to stop even though it
receives a stop command. No
engine protection feature.
1438 Engine crank Shutdown Engine fails to crank No effect on engine performance.
3111 System Warning Speed bias analog i/p signal No effect on engine performance.
is shorted low.
3112 System Warning Speed/load raise switch is No effect on engine performance.

shorted high
3113 System Warning Speed/load raise switch is No effect on engine performance.

shorted low
3115 Engine speed Shutdown No engine speed signal is Engine speed is not detected by the
detected. controller causing shutdown of the
engine.
3116 Fuel system Shutdown Fuel actuator stuck Actuator does not respond to i/p
signal. Engine is shutdown.
3118 System Warning Power down failure fault Controller will not powerdown causing
battery drain. No effect on engine
performance.
1446 Alternator Shutdown Over voltage fault Engine stop due to over voltage fault.
Protection
system Fault
1447 Alternator Shutdown Under voltage fault Engine stop due to under voltage fault.
Protection
1448 Alternator Shutdown Over frequency fault Engine stop due to over frequency
Protection fault.
1449 Alternator Warning Under frequency fault No effect on engine performance
Protection
1471 Alternator Warning Over current fault No effect on engine performance
Protection
3123 Customer Warning — No effect on engine performance.

Input 1
3124 Customer Shutdown — Engine stops due to customer fault.

Input 1
3125 Customer Warning — No effect on engine performance.

Input 2
3126 Customer Shutdown — Engine stops due to customer fault.

Input 2
1.3 PowerCom Fault Response Threshold:
Engine Parameter Fault Response Threshold Time Threshold values
Engine Overspeed Shutdown 5 sec 110% of rated RPM for 1500 & 1800 rated
RPM
High coolant temp. Warning 5 sec 930C (1990F)

warning
High coolant temp. Shutdown 5 sec 960C (2050F)

shutdown
High intake manifold Warning 5 sec 750C (1670F)

temp. warning
Low lube oil press. Warning 5 sec RPM

Warning threshold (bar)
0 0
500 0.5
1100 1.0
1500 2.1
Low lube oil press. Shutdown 5 sec RPM

Shutdown threshold (bar)
0 0
500 0.3
1100 0.6
1500 2.4
Low coolant level Shutdown 5 sec
Under voltage Shutdown 5 sec 85% rated
Over voltage Shutdown 5 sec 115% rated
Over frequency Shutdown 5 sec 110% rated
Under frequency Warning 10 sec 85% rated
Over current Warning 5 sec 120% rated

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SECTION 11 – TROUBLESHOOTING
Fault Code Description Page
Fault Code 135 Oil press. Sensor is shorted high 76

Fault Code 141 Oil press. Sensor is shorted low 76
Fault Code 143 Low lube oil pressure 76
Fault Code 144 Coolant temperature sensor is shorted high. 76
Fault Code 145 Coolant temperature sensor is shorted low 76
Fault Code 146 High coolant temperature warning 76
Fault Code 151 High coolant temperature shutdown 76
Fault Code 153 High intake manifold temp. 77
Fault Code 154 Low intake manifold temp. 77
Fault Code 155 High auxiliary temp. 77
Fault Code 234 Engine over speed shutdown 77
Fault Code 235 Low coolant level shutdown 77
Fault Code 359 Engine fail to start 77
Fault Code 415 Low lube oil press. shutdown 77
Fault Code 441 Weak battery 78
Fault Code 1411 Speed bias analog i/p shorted high 78
Fault Code 1416 Engine fail to shutdown 78
Fault Code 1438 Engine fail to crank 78
Fault Code 3111 Speed bias analog i/p shorted low 79
Fault Code 3112 Speed / load raise analog i/p shorted high 79
Fault Code 3113 Speed / load low analog i/p shorted high 79
Fault Code 3115 No engine speed signal is detected 79
Fault Code 3116 Fuel actuator stuck 79
Fault Code 3118 Power down failure 80
Fault Code 1446 Over voltage fault 80
Fault Code 1447 Under voltage shutdown 80
Fault Code 1448 Over frequency shutdown 81
Fault Code 1449 Under frequency shutdown 81
Fault Code 1471 Over current warning 81
Fault Code 3123 Customer Input 1 81
1.0 Warning & Shutdown codes with their corrective actions:
Fault Code Corrective Action
135
Oil press. Sensor is shorted high Warning • Inspect the sensor for damaged pins, if found
damaged, replace the sensor. Also, inspect the
sensor for dirt.
• Check lube oil sensor spec. & if found not as per
spec, replace the sensor.
• Check engine harness for continuity if no supply is
observed between pins G & J of engine harness.
141
Oil press. Sensor is shorted low Warning • Indicates that the controller has sensed that the
engine oil press. sender signal is shorted low. Check
sensor / connector / wires.
• Check for engine harness connectivity.
143
Low lube oil pressure • Indicates that the engine oil pressure has dropped
to an unacceptable level.
• Check dipstick calibration and oil level in the engine.
OR
• Check for mounting location of the sensor on the
engine. OR
• Check for oil contamination. OR
• If lube oil suction tube broken, replace it.
• If oil pump is malfunctioning, replace it.
144
Coolant temperature sensor is shorted high. • Check coolant sensor resistance as per specification.
OR
• Replace the engine harness is short circuit is
observed.
145
Coolant temperature sensor is shorted low. • Check sensor specification. OR
• If coolant sensor is shorted to ground, replace the
engine harness.
146
High coolant temperature. • Check coolant level, add coolant if necessary. OR
• If intake air temp. is too high, check for air-circulation
from radiator entering air cleaner. OR
• If radiator/Heat Exchanger fins are damaged, replace
them. OR
• Check pipe coupling or hose.
151
High coolant temp. shutdown. • Add coolant if level is low. OR
• If intake air temp. is too high, check for air circulation
from radiator. OR
• Check for radiator/Heat Exchanger fins.
153
High intake manifold temp. • Check specifications of the sensor.
• Check whether the sensor is shorted to 12 VDC.
Replace engine harness if so.
154
Low intake manifold temp. • Check specifications of the sensor.
• Check whether the sensor is shorted to ground.
155
High intake temperature • Check whether the sensor is shorted to ground.
234
Engine over speed shutdown • Check whether the engine over speed limit is
calibrated at a sufficiently higher value than the rated
engine speed. OR
• Replace the fuel actuator if it is stuck in the open
position. OR
• If fuel actuator is getting +24 VDC supply
continuously, replace the engine harness.
235
Low coolant level shutdown • If the coolant level is low, add coolant.
• If coolant level sensor is faulty, replace it. OR
• If +24 V is obtained at pin “R” of the engine harness,
replace it.
359
Engine fail to start • Add fuel in the tank if the level is low.OR
• Replace the filter if it is choked. OR
• Tighten the fuel line connections if there is air in the
fuel.
• Check the harness for open or short connection in
the fuel shutoff valve.
• Check the engine harness for actuator supply.
415
Low lube oil pressure shutdown • Check oil level.
• Check sensor location.
• Check for contamination in the oil.
• Replace oil filter if the flow is blocked.
• Remove oil sump if the suction tube is broken or
tube seals are leaking.
• Check sensor supply voltage at pin “G and J” of the

harness.
• Check the continuity between connector “A” and
harness. If no continuity is observed, replace it.
441
Weak battery • Replace battery.
1411
Speed bias analog i/p signal is shorted high. • Check OEM harness for short circuit ie. +5V or +24V
battery supply. If short, replace the harness.
1416
Engine fail to shut down • If FSO valve is permanently ON even if Switch is in
OFF position, check the harness for +24V short to
battery supply. If short is observed, replace the
harness.
• Check and be sure that the manual override screw
on FSO valve is out to maximum travel.
• Check that the FSO is turned off when 24V from
PowerCom is removed by turning the key switch from
Run position to Off position.
• Check engine fuel drain line.
1438
Engine fail to crank • Tighten the battery connections if they are loose.
• Check electrolyte levels and specific gravity of
battery cells. If low, charge or replace the battery.
• If battery rating is low, replace the battery with correct
rating.
If engine starting circuit is malfunctioning, check if
24V supply appears at the starter magnetic switch
during start. If +24V battery supply does not appear,
check for engine harness continuity.
Check for continuity : Check the continuity between
Pin ‘E’ of Connector ‘A’ and starter magnetic switch
connections.
If no continuity is observed, repair the wires or
replace the engine harness.
If continuity is observed, and problem still persists,
replace the controller.
• If engine drive unit does not get engaged with the
starter, then check whether the starter solenoid gets
supply voltage. If not, change the starter magnetic
switch.
• Remove engine starting motor & check for damage.
• If there is hydraulic lock in engine cylinder, then check
intake or exhaust valve operation.
3111
Speed bias analog input signal is shorted low • Check if the OEM harness is shorted to ground, if
yes, replace the harness.
3112
Speed/Load raise switch is shorted high. • Check the speed raise switch on the AMF panel. If a
short is observed, replace it.
• Also check the harness for short.
3113
Speed/load low switch is shorted high • Check the speed low switch on the AMF panel. If a
short is observed, replace it.
• Also check the harness for short.
3115
No engine speed signal is detected • Check whether the MPU is connected correctly to
the harness.
• The MPU coil resistance should be as per sensor
specification, else replace the MPU.
• Check tip of the MPU for damage.
• The gap between MPU tip & engine flywheel ring
gear teeth should be as per engine specification.
Check the continuity between Connector A (Pin ‘B’
and Pin ‘T‘) and MPU connector.
If no continuity is observed repair the wires or replace
the engine harness.
• Voltage should be more than 1.5V AC.
• Perform MPU body test.
3116
Fuel Actuator stuck • Check engine fuel supply & ensure that air lock has
not occurred.
• If fuel filters are choked, clean or replace them.
• Replace or clean the actuator with diesel if it is sticky.
• If actuator is not getting supply , Check the engine
harness for short circuits or open circuits.
For short circuits : If short or open circuits observed
between Connector A and actuator connector, repair
the wires that have short or open circuits or replace
the engine harness.
For open circuits : Check the continuity between
Connector A (pin ‘F’ and pin ‘M’) and the fuel actuator
connector. If no continuity is observed, repair the
wires or replace the engine harness.
• Check actuator coil resistance.
3118
Power down failure • Replace the controller
1446
Over voltage fault • Check for AVR function
• Verify proper alternator connections.
• Verify that PowerCom control voltage selection
matches alternator winding voltage selection.
• Isolate the power output from the generator set by
opening the generator main circuit breaker.
• Check voltage on the output terminals. If incorrect
voltage is displayed, troubleshoot voltage sensing
harness & circuitry.
• If correct voltage is displayed, but it is very high,
verify that the generator set can operate at proper
voltage when exciter is powered from a suitable
external source.
• If voltage is unbalanced, troubleshoot main stator.
• If voltage is balanced but abnormal, troubleshoot
exciter & main field windings.
1447
Undervoltage shutdown • Check the load & correct for any overload.
• Check operation by disconnecting the load &
restarting the genset.
• Verify proper alternator connections.
• Verify that PowerCom control voltage selection
matches alternator winding voltage selection.
• Isolate the power output from the generator set by
opening the generator main circuit breaker.
• Check voltage on the output terminals. If incorrect
voltage is displayed, troubleshoot voltage sensing
harness & circuitry.
• If correct voltage is displayed, but it is very high,
verify that the generator set can operate at proper
voltage when exciter is powered from a suitable
external source.
• If voltage is unbalanced, troubleshoot main stator.
• If voltage is balanced but abnormal, troubleshoot
exciter & main field windings.
1448
Over frequency shutdown • Reset the threshold to the lowest allowable setting.
• Check for fuel or air delivery problem.
1449
Under frequency shutdown • Check the load & correct for any overload.
• Check operation by disconnecting the load &
restarting the genset.
• Reset the threshold to the lowest allowable setting.
• Check for fuel or air delivery problem.
1471
Overcurrent warning • Check load & load cables. Repair if necessary.
• Check operation by disconnecting load & restarting
generator set.
• Check CT ratio & CT connections.
3123
Customer Input 1 Warning • Check input as per customer selection
3124
Customer Input 1 Shutdown • Check input as per customer selection
3125
Customer Input 2 Warning • Check input as per customer selection
3126
Customer Input 2 Shutdown • Check input as per customer selection
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SECTION 12 – INSTALLATION
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Magnetic Pick up 84
Actuator 85
Actuator Removal from the Housing 87
Actuator Housing 87
PowerCom Controller 88
1.0 Magnetic pick up

A magnetic pickup is an electromagnetic device. It is
mounted on the flywheel housing so that the ring gear
teeth are sensed by the pickup. Two pin MS connector is
provided to connect the magnetic pick up to the engine
harness.
The magnetic pickup is connected between pin ‘B’ and
‘T’ of engine connector through harness.
Installation:
1. Remove the magnetic pickup from the engine
harness if connected. Then screw the magnetic
pickup downwards till it comes in contact with a
flywheel gear tooth. The tip should reach for the crest
of the gear.
2. Unscrew the pickup by 1/2 - 3/4 of a turn to maintain

a proper gap between pickup and flywheel tooth.
Sensing distance should be between 0.71 to 1.07mm
(0.028 - 0.042 inch) from the flywheel gear tooth.
Screw the pickup all the way down until it contacts
the flywheel gear tooth.
The pickup will screw in very easy. Do not use
excessive pressure to install the pickup.
Note: If the pickup does not screw in with finger pressure,

check the hole and the pickup threads. Tap the hole again,
if required.
Back the pickup out 1/2 to 3/4 of a turn.

Cross check the installation with the feeler gauge between
the magnetic pickup and the flywheel gear tooth, back
the pickup out 0.71 to 1.07mm (0.028 to 0.042 inch) from
the flywheel gear tooth.
Tighten the locknut down on the flywheel housing.

Plug the electrical connection into the Magnetic pick up
connector, when required.
When the flywheel gear teeth pass the pickup, an A.C.

voltage is induced. One cycle is induced for each gear
tooth.
If the pickup signal is less than 1.5 volts A.C. when

cranking the engine, screw the pickup in 1/8 to 1/4 turn.
Normally magnetic pickup, actuator housing, actuator,
engine harness, PowerCom controller are mounted on
the engine at the time of the shipment. However, the
installation procedure for these parts is given below to
aid retro fitting / replacement in field.
2.0 Actuator
Two “O” rings are used for mounting the actuator in the
housing.
1) Part number : 3865398 Seal “O” Ring
2) Part number : 3042542 Seal “O” Ring 1 2
Two “O” rings and four Allen screws and washers are
used to clamp the housing on the fuel pump. The actuator
cable is used to connect actuator terminals to a connector
in the engine harness at connector ‘A’ at pin ‘F’ & pin ‘M’.
Caution
Actuator is a delicate part and should be handled with

care, while removing, cleaning or putting back in the
housing.
2.1 Installation
Lubricate the two-barrel “O” rings with clean engine oil.
Insert the actuator in the housing and rotate it clockwise
till it is inserted completely. Using a 1,1/4-inch spanner,
tighten the actuator, (torque of 5.6 N•m).
Connect the connector to the actuator. The connector is

“keyed”, so that it connects in one direction only.
2.4 Actuator removal from the housing

Actuator may be needed to be removed from the
housing for cleaning the fuel filter, replacing or for
diagnostic purpose. Remove the actuator connector.
Using the 1.1/4" spanner, remove the actuator from the
housing.
Note : Always shut off the supply to the POWERCOM

by turning the key switch to “Off”, before servicing the
actuator.
2.5 Cleaning the fuel Screen

There is a 10-micron fuel screen in the inlet side of the
actuator; the filter screen should be periodically cleaned.
Pull the two smallest fuel filter windows outwards. Hold
the actuator in both the hands, with the connector pointed
outwards. Pull the two fuel filter windows which are
smallest outwards, the fuel filter screen opens. Clean
the filter screen with shop air at pressure ~1Kg/cm2
(0.980 bar). Snap the filter back into place by pushing
the filter windows together.
2.6 Actuator Housing

The actuator housing is mounted on the fuel pump as
per following procedure:
Retrofitting preparation:
a) Remove the copper tube/rubber hose connecting the
fuel shutoff valve to the injectors from the fuel
shutdown valve side.
b) Remove the shutdown valve with the “O” ring.
c) Remove the fuel pump return line along with the
elbow, if used.
d) Remove the tacho drive, if it is on the top of the pump.
e) Plug it with an aluminum plug.
f) Clean the top of the fuel pump. The fuel pump is
ready for mounting the actuator housing.
Note: In case of retrofitting, the fuel pump needs
recalibration along with the actuator housing, using
proper code for calibration.
1. Place the actuator housing with two “O” rings, these

“O” rings act as a face seal in fuel outlet and fuel
return path respectively.
2. Clamp the housing on the fuel pump using four Allen

screws. Torque of 5.6 N•m (50.4 in-lb) should be
given.
3. Mount fuel shutoff valve on the actuator housing as

per standard procedure.
4. Connect the fuel pump return line on the actuator

housing.
5. Connect the copper tubing going to injectors from

the fuel shut off valve.
3.0 PowerCom Controller
Normally all PowerCom controllers are mounted on a stand

either inside or outside the acoustic enclosure.
The controller should be mounted such that the front and

rear sides are accessible and convenient for any kind of
adjustment and connections. The mounting place should
be such that, the cable routing length is not more than
the length of the extension cable provided.
The mounting location should be such that the controller

is not directly exposed to Sun, heat, humidity, water while
in operation.
The controller is mounted as shown in the figure.
Warning
To avoid personal injury, or death, it is important that

all electrical equipment be properly bonded or
grounded. All metallic parts that could become
energized under abnormal conditions must also be
properly bonded or grounded.
Section – 13 APPENDIX
Page
Appendix-A - Operating, Electrical & Environmental Specifications 90
Appendix-B - Drawings 91-95
Appendix-C - PowerCom Sensor Specifications 96
Appendix-D - List of Replacement Parts 97

APPENDIX - A
OPERATING, ELECTRICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS
Operation
Governor Mode ................................................................................................................ Isochronous to 6% Droop
(G2 class of governing)
Governor Gain Adjust ....................................................................................................... 0.9 to 1.1
Frequency Adjust Range .................................................................................................. ±4Hz
Power
Nominal Operating Voltage ............................................................................................... +24VDC
Operating Voltage Range ................................................................................................. +20 to +32VDC
Maximum Continuous Voltage .......................................................................................... +32VDC
Ground Polarity ................................................................................................................ Negative Ground
Nominal Operating Current ............................................................................................... 1.5A @ +24VDC
Maximum Operating Current ............................................................................................ 4.5A @ +18VDC
Sleep Mode Operating Current ......................................................................................... 100mA (nominal)
Ready Mode Operating Current ........................................................................................ 850mA (nominal)
[PowerCom On & Engine Not Running]

Environmental
Ambient PowerCom Housing Operating Temp .................................................................. 0° to 60°C (0° to140°F)
Storage Temperature ....................................................................................................... 0° to 60°C (0° to140°F)
Vibration Limits ................................................................................................................ 20-100Hz, 93.6mm/sec:
Physical
Dimensions (Including Heat Sink) .................................................................................... 267 mm (L) x 377 mm (H) x
157mm (D)
excluding mounting brackets) ........................................................................................... (12.34 x 10.37 x 4/64”)
Weight ............................................................................................................................. 2.53 kg (5.596 lbs.)
Housing Enclosure ........................................................................................................... Glass Filled Plastic
Protection
Reverse Polarity Protection .............................................................................................. +28VDC Maximum
Electrical Interface Characteristics
Lamp/Relay Driver Supply

Supply Voltage ................................................................................................................. +12VDC Nominal @ 80 mA
Analog (Adjustable) Inputs

Nominal Input Voltage Adjustment Range ........................................................................ 0-5VDC
Maximum Input Voltage ................................................................................................... 5VDC
Speed (Frequency) Bias Reference & Voltage Supply

0-5 VDC Reference Voltage ............................................................................................. +5VDC
APPENDIX-B
Electrical Wiring Diagram

Overlay Diagram
Panel Assembly Diagram

PowerCom Support Diagram

Panel Support Diagram

APPENDIX - C
SENSOR SPECIFICATIONS
Engine Speed Sensor

Torque = 34 to 47 N•m [25 to 35 ft-lb]
Coil Resistance = 750 to 1600 ohms
Oil pressure sensor

Torque = 14 N•m [124 in-lb]
Pressure Pressure Voltage

(kPa) [psia] (VDC)
0 0 0.5
207 30 1.5
414 60 2.5
621 90 3.5
827 120 4.5
All Temperature Sensors

Torque = 15 N•m [133 in-lb]
Temperature Temperature Resistance

(°C) (°F) (ohm)
0 32 30k to 36k
25 77 9k to 11k
50 122 3k to 4k
75 167 1350 to 1500
100 212 600 to 675
APPENDIX – D
List of replacement parts
Sr. No. Part name Part Number
Controller Assembly
1 PowerCom Assembly 0319-6104
2 Key switch 504975
3 Vibration Isolator 0402-0764
4 Mounting stand 0319-6105
5 Base Board 0300-6085
6 Control-Assembly (AC Module) 0300-6086
7 Display-Control (LED Board) 0300-6088
8 C View Kit 4084236
9 Display Membrane 0300-6087
10 Harness-AC (AC Module) 0338-4729
Sensors
1 Coolant temperature sensor 3865346
2 Intake manifold temperature sensor 3408345
3 Lube oil pressure sensor 3408560
4 Coolant level sensor 4072714
5 Adapter for Coolant temperature sensor 4053490
6 Adapter for Air intake temperature sensor 4053490
7 Magnetic pick up 3875360
8 Lube Oil Pressure sensor adaptor (V 28 engine) 4104562
9 Lube Oil Pressure sensor adaptor 3814448
(495, 743, 855 series engines)
Actuator and Actuator housing

1 Fuel Actuator with O ring 3330601
2 Fuel actuator housing 4071944
3 Fuel actuator filter screen 3867393
4 Fuel actuator ‘O’ rings (1) 3865398
5 Fuel actuator ‘O’ rings (2) 3042542
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paid Stamp
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PERMIT No. 176
Addressee if posted
Ex-Servicemens Colony P.O. in India
PUNE - 411 038.
To,
Marketing Division,
Cummins India Limited
Power Generation Business Unit
35/A/1/2 Erandawane,
Pune - 411 038.
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Index
Page No. Page No.
1. Introduction .............................................................. 2 Over Cranking Prevention ...................................... 46

Idle / Rated Mode Selection ................................... 46
2. PowerCom General Information FSO Supply / Fuel Actuator Command ................... 46
System Overview .................................................... 16 Alarm Relay Drives ................................................. 46
Theory of Operation ................................................ 16 Remote Start ........................................................... 46
Remote Stop ........................................................... 46
3. Front Panel Description ........................................ 19 Battery Voltage ........................................................ 47
Indicator Description ............................................... 20 Battery Charging Indication .................................... 47
Inputs & Outputs ...................................................... 21
8. Alternator Control Module .................................... 49
4. Menu Description .................................................. 23 Analog Inputs .......................................................... 50
Main Menu Description ........................................... 28 Discrete Inputs ........................................................ 50
Engine Menu ........................................................... 28 Discrete Outputs ...................................................... 50
Alternator Menu ....................................................... 29 Alternator Faults ...................................................... 51
Fault Menu ............................................................... 30
Discrete I/Os ............................................................ 30 9. Engine Startup and Adjustments ........................ 55
Information Menu .................................................... 31 Engine Start-up ....................................................... 56
Engine Trim ............................................................. 32 Frequency Adjustment ............................................ 56
Scroll Menu ............................................................. 33 Engine Speed Governing ........................................ 56
Setting & Calibration ............................................... 33 Droop Adjustment .................................................... 56
Faults ....................................................................... 57
5. Sensors Description ............................................. 35 Annunciation ............................................................ 58
Magnetic Pickup ..................................................... 35 Power Down ............................................................ 59
Coolant Temperature Sensor ................................. 35 Engine Nours ........................................................... 60
Intake Manifold Temperature Sensor ..................... 35 Manual Overrides .................................................... 62
Lube Oil Pressure Sensor ...................................... 35 Calibration ............................................................... 64
Coolant Level Sensor ............................................. 36 CT Mounting ........................................................... 65
Actuator and Actuator Housing ............................... 36
Configuration of customer faults ............................. 66
6. Connector Details .................................................. 39

10. Engine Protection & Faults ................................... 69
Engine Interface ...................................................... 41
Fault Codes ............................................................. 70
Alternator Interface .................................................. 42
Internal Interfaces ................................................... 43 11. Troubleshooting ..................................................... 75
7. PowerCom Features ............................................. 45 12. Installation .............................................................. 83

Power Down Mode ................................................. 46
Key Switch and Starter Protection .......................... 46 13. Appendix ................................................................ 89
Cummins India Limited
Power Generation Business Unit
35/A/1/2 Erandawane, Pune - 411 038.
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Operation and

Section 1 – Introduction ................................................................................................................ 02

Section 2 - PowerCom general information .................................................................................... 15

Section 3 - Front Panel Description ............................................................................................ 19

Section 4 - Menu Description ..................................................................................................... 23

Section 5 - Sensors Description ..................................................................................................35

Section 6 - Connector Details .................................................................................................... 39

Section 7 - PowerCom Features ..................................................................................................45

Section 8 - Alternator Control Module ........................................................................................ 49

Section 9 - Start up & Adjustments ............................................................................................ 55

Section 10 - Engine Protection & Faults ........................................................................................ 69

Section 11 - Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................... 75

Section 12 - Installation .................................................................................................................83

Section 13 - Appendix ................................................................................................................... 89

About the Manual ......................................................................................................................... 03

To the Owner and Operator ......................................................................................................... 04

General Safety Instructions .......................................................................................................... 05

General Repair Instructions ......................................................................................................... 06

Do’s & Dont’s ................................................................................................................................ 07

Graphic Symbols ......................................................................................................................... 08

Electric Symbols .......................................................................................................................... 09

Important Reference Number ...................................................................................................... 12

About the Manual

To The Owner and Operator

Keep records of regularly scheduled maintenance.

General Safety Instructions

General Repair Instructions:

• Follow All Safety Instructions Noted in the Procedures.

• Perform the Inspections Specified in the Procedures.

• Use genuine Cummins new or ReCon Service Parts and Assemblies.

PowerCom DO’S AND DONT’S

2. DO NOT attempt to open the PowerCom enclosure.

4. Precaution during welding:

i) DO NOT connect ground cable of welding machine to PowerCom

5. DO NOT expose PowerCom to sunlight, humidity, heat, water while in operation.

6. Servicing of PowerCom is to be done by Authorized Cummins Personnel Only.

1. Precautions during welding :

i) First, disconnect battery cables from battery terminals.

ii) Then, disconnect the connectors A, B, C from the PowerCom

2. Contact authorized service personnel in case of PowerCom failure.

Indicates a REMOVAL or DISASSEMBLY step.

Indicates an INSTALLATION or ASSEMBLY step.

CLEAN the part or assembly.

PERFORM a mechanical or time MEASUREMENT.

LUBRICATE the part or assembly.

Indicates that a WRENCH or TOOL SIZE will be given.

TIGHTEN to a specific torque.

PERFORM an electrical MEASUREMENT.

Transfer Variable Reluctance

(N.C.) Male Contact

Name Symbol Name Symbol

Shields: Earth Safety Ground

Shielded Wire ** This symbol may be used in

Conducting connection to a chassis

Direct Conducting Connection to Circuit

Conducting connection to a structure