Operation Manual

Monitoring Software

Monitor III Program

Models:

Decision-Makerr 550 Generator Set Controller

Decision-Makerr 3000 Generator Set Controller
Decision-Makerr 6000 Generator Set Controller
Decision-Makerr 340 Generator Set Controller
Decision-Makerr 3+ 16-Light Controller with Communications
MPACt 1000 Transfer Switch Controllers
MPACt 1500 Transfer Switch Controllers
M340 Automatic Transfer Switch Controllers
M340+ Automatic Transfer Switch Controllers
PM340 Power Monitor

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 Guide to Using the Monitor III Program
1. Connect the hardware. See TT-1405 for instructions.
D Install KBUS/Modbus converter modules into Series 340 controllers and power monitors.
D Connect as many as 247 devices in an RS-485 network.
2. Configure the devices. See TT-1405 and the controller Operation/Installation Manual for instructions.
D Assign a unique network address to each device.
D Set the baud rate on each device. The baud rates must be the same on all connected devices and the PC.
3. Install the Monitor III program.
D Use the PC’s Add/Remove programs utility or click on the setup.exe file on the Monitor III CD-ROM.
D Plug the hardware key into the PC’s USB port.
4. Start the program. From the Start menu, select Programs→Kohler→Monitor III.
5. Log in.
D Enter the username and password at the login screen. There are three levels of access:
User Name: SUPERVISOR, Password: spw (highest access)
User Name: USER, Password: upw (limited access)
User Name: GUEST, Password: [blank] (monitoring only).
D Change the username and password to prevent unauthorized access.

Note: User names and passwords are case-sensitive.

6. Set up the site(s).
D From the menu toolbar at the top of the screen, select File→Manage Sites.
D Click on New to set up one or more device sites:
D Type a name for the site into the Site Name box.
D Select the communications parameters in the Monitoring Mode window.
D Click on Add Device and enter the network address and unique description for each device at the site.
D Click on OK when the site setup is complete.
D Click on Done when all sites have been set up.
7. Connect to a site.
D Select Connection→Connect to display the list of sites.
D Click on one site to select it, and then click on Connect.

Note: Only one site can be connected at a time.

8. Create data windows to display device system information and settings.
D Double click on one of the devices listed in the Site Overview window. The Add Window screen for the
selected switch appears on the screen.
D To create data windows when the Site Overview window is closed, select Window→ New Window from the
menu toolbar at the top of the screen and then click on the desired device from the list on the left.
D Drag and drop windows or use Window→Cascade Windows to arrange the windows on the screen, if
desired.
9. Change settings on Decision-Makerr 550 or 6000 generator set controllers, MPACt 1000 transfer
switch controllers, or MPACt 1000 transfer switch controllers if necessary.
D Double-click on the selected display window or select Window→Setup from the Menu toolbar at the top of
the screen. The setup window will appear.
Note: Some display windows are for monitoring only and do not have a corresponding setup window.
10. Save screens and settings for future use, if desired.
11. Disconnect.
D Choose Connection→Disconnect to disconnect the PC from the controller.
12. Exit the program.
D Choose File→Exit to exit and close the Monitor III Program.
Refer to the Table of Contents for more detailed information for each step.

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Guide to Using Monitor III . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Safety Precautions and Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Product Identification Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Service Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Section 1 Requirements and Software Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
1.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
1.2 Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
1.2.1 System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
1.2.2 Hardware Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
1.2.3 Hardware Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
1.3 Hardware Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
1.4 Software Installation and Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
1.4.1 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
1.4.2 Software Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Section 2 Software Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.2 Starting the Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.3 Login . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.3.1 Supervisor-Level Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.3.2 User-Level Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.3.3 Guest-Level Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
2.3.4 Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
2.4 Main Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
2.5 File Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2.5.1 Manage Sites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2.5.2 Creating or Editing a Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
2.5.3 Copying Site Setup Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
2.5.4 Save Screen and Open Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
2.5.5 Save Setup and Restore Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
2.5.6 Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
2.6 Connection Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
2.7 Site Overview Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
2.7.1 ATS Controllers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
2.7.2 Generator Set Controllers and Power Monitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
2.7.3 Opening Data Windows from the Site Overview Window . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
2.8 Edit Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
2.9 Tools Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
2.9.1 Change Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
2.9.2 Change User Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
2.10 Window Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
2.10.1 New Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
2.10.2 Working with Data Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
2.10.3 Setup Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
2.10.4 Add Site Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
2.10.5 Arrange Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
2.10.6 Cascade Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
2.10.7 Display Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
2.11 Help Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
2.12 System Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

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2.13 Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

2.13.1 Incorrect User Name or Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
2.13.2 Invalid Hardware Key Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
2.13.3 Missing Hardware Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
2.13.4 Failed to Start Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
2.13.5 Communication Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Section 3 Decision-Maker 550 and 6000 Generator Set Controllers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
3.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
3.2 Controller Connection and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
3.3 Data Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
3.4 Data Window Summary Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
3.5 Analog Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
3.6 Analog Input Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
3.7 Common Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
3.7.1 Common Alarm Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
3.7.2 Common Alarm Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
3.8 Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
3.8.1 Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
3.8.2 Date and Time Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
3.9 Digital Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
3.9.1 Digital Input Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
3.9.2 Digital Input Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
3.10 Electrical Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
3.11 Engine Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
3.12 Event History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
3.13 Generator Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
3.13.1 Generator Info Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
3.13.2 Generator Info Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
3.14 Maintenance History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
3.14.1 Maintenance History Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
3.14.2 Remote Maintenance Setup (Manual Operation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
3.15 Relay Driver Outputs (RDO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
3.15.1 RDO Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
3.15.2 RDO Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
3.16 System Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
3.16.1 System Info Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
3.16.2 System Info Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
3.17 Time Delays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
3.17.1 Time Delay Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
3.17.2 Time Delay Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
3.18 Trip Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
3.18.1 Trip Point Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
3.18.2 Trip Point Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Section 4 Decision-Maker 3000 Generator Set Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
4.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
4.2 Controller Connection and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
4.3 Data Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
4.4 Data Window Summary Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
4.5 System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
4.6 Electrical Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
4.7 Engine Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
4.8 Generator Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

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Section 5 Decision-Maker 3+ (16-Light) Generator Set Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

5.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
5.2 Controller Connection and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
5.3 Data Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
5.4 Data Window Summary Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
5.5 DIP Switch Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
5.6 ECM Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
5.7 Engine Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
5.8 Manual Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
5.9 Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Section 6 Decision-Maker 340 Generator Set Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
6.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
6.2 Controller Connection and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
6.3 Data Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
6.4 Data Window Summary Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
6.5 Auxiliary Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
6.6 Common Faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
6.7 Electrical Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
6.8 History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
6.9 Manual Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
6.10 Relay Driver Outputs (RDO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
6.11 System Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
6.12 System Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
6.13 Time Delays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
6.14 Trip Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Section 7 MPAC 1500 ATS Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
7.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
7.2 Software Versions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
7.3 Controller Connection and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
7.4 Data Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
7.5 Data Window Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
7.6 Active Time Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
7.7 Common and Audible Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
7.7.1 Common Alarms Data Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
7.7.2 Common and Audible Alarm Setup Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
7.8 Date/Time Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
7.8.1 Date/Time Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
7.8.2 Date/Time Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
7.8.3 Daylight Saving Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
7.9 DIP Switch Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
7.10 Event History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
7.11 Event History View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
7.12 Exercise Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
7.12.1 Calendar Data Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
7.12.2 Calendar Setup Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
7.13 Load Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
7.13.1 Load Control Setup, Monitor III Versions Prior to 3.0.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
7.13.2 Load Control, Monitor III Version 3.0.0 and Higher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
7.14 Maintenance History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
7.14.1 Maintenance History Data Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
7.14.2 Setup Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
7.15 Manual Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
7.16 Input/Output State . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

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7.17 Programmable Input/Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

7.17.1 Programmable Input/Output Display Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
7.17.2 I/O Setup Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
7.18 Remote Input/Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
7.18.1 Display Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
7.18.2 Setup Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
7.19 Setpoints, Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
7.19.1 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
7.19.2 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
7.20 Setpoints, Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
7.20.1 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
7.20.2 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
7.21 Source Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
7.21.1 Display Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
7.21.2 Setup Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
7.22 System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
7.22.1 System Information Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
7.22.2 System Information Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
7.23 System Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
7.23.1 System Summary Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
7.23.2 System Summary Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
7.24 Time Delays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
7.24.1 Time Delay Data Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
7.24.2 Time Delay Setup Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Section 8 MPAC 1000 ATS Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
8.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
8.2 Controller Connection and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
8.3 Data Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
8.4 Data Window Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
8.5 Active Time Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
8.6 Common Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
8.6.1 Common Alarms Data Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
8.6.2 Common Alarm Setup Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
8.7 Date/Time Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
8.7.1 Date/Time Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
8.7.2 Date/Time Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
8.7.3 Daylight Saving Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
8.8 DIP Switch Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
8.9 Event History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
8.10 Exerciser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
8.10.1 Exerciser Data Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
8.10.2 Exerciser Setup Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
8.11 Exercise Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
8.11.1 Calendar Data Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
8.11.2 Calendar Setup Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
8.12 Load Control Time Delays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
8.12.1 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
8.12.2 Load Control Time Delay Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
8.13 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
8.13.1 Maintenance Data Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
8.14 Manual Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

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8.15 Programmable Input/Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

8.15.1 I/O Data Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
8.15.2 I/O Setup Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
8.15.3 Programmable Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
8.15.4 Programmable Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
8.16 Setpoints, Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
8.16.1 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
8.16.2 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
8.17 Setpoints, Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
8.17.1 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
8.17.2 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
8.18 Source Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
8.19 System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
8.19.1 System Information Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
8.19.2 System Information Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
8.20 System Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
8.21 Time Delays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
8.21.1 Time Delay Data Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
8.21.2 Time Delay Setup Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Section 9 M340 and M340+ ATS Controllers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
9.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
9.2 Controller Connection and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
9.3 Data Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
9.4 Data Window Summary Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
9.5 Date/Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
9.6 Frequency Setpoints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
9.7 Maintenance History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
9.8 Manual Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
9.9 Source Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
9.10 System Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
9.11 System Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Alert Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
9.12 Time Delays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
9.13 Voltage Setpoints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Section 10 Power Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
10.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
10.2 Power Monitor Connection and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
10.3 Data Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
10.4 Data Window Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
10.5 Analog Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
10.6 Auxiliary Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
10.7 Date/Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
10.8 Electrical Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
10.9 History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
10.10 Manual Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
10.11 System Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
10.12 System Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Appendix A Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

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 Safety Precautions and Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

Electromechanical equipment,
Accidental Starting Hazardous Voltage/
including generator sets, transfer Electrical Shock
switches, switchgear, and accessories, WARNING
can cause bodily harm and pose DANGER
life-threatening danger when
improperly installed, operated, or
maintained. To prevent accidents be
aware of potential dangers and act
safely. Read and follow all safety
precautions and instructions. SAVE Accidental starting.
Can cause severe injury or death. Hazardous voltage.
THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Will cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect the battery cables before
This manual has several types of safety working on the generator set. Disconnect all power sources before
precautions and instructions: Danger, Remove the negative (--) lead first opening the enclosure.
Warning, Caution, and Notice. when disconnecting the battery.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last Servicing the transfer switch.
when reconnecting the battery. Hazardous voltage can cause
DANGER severe injury or death. Deenergize all
power sources before servicing. Turn
Disabling the generator set.
Danger indicates the presence of a off the main circuit breakers of all
Accidental starting can cause
hazard that will cause severe transfer switch power sources and
severe injury or death. Before
personal injury, death, or substantial disable all generator sets as follows:
working on the generator set or
property damage. (1) Move all generator set master
connected equipment, disable the
controller switches to the OFF position.
generator set as follows: (1) Move the
(2) Disconnect power to all battery
generator set master switch to the OFF
WARNING chargers. (3) Disconnect all battery
position. (2) Disconnect the power to
cables, negative (--) leads first.
the battery charger. (3) Remove the
Warning indicates the presence of a Reconnect negative (--) leads last when
battery cables, negative (--) lead first.
hazard that can cause severe reconnecting the battery cables after
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last
personal injury, death, or substantial servicing. Follow these precautions to
when reconnecting the battery. Follow
property damage. prevent the starting of generator sets
these precautions to prevent starting of
by an automatic transfer switch, remote
the generator set by an automatic
start/stop switch, or engine start
transfer switch, remote start/stop
CAUTION command from a remote computer.
switch, or engine start command from a
Before servicing any components
remote computer.
inside the enclosure: (1) Remove all
Caution indicates the presence of a
Disabling the generator set. jewelry. (2) Stand on a dry, approved
hazard that will or can cause minor
Accidental starting can cause electrically insulated mat. (3) Test
personal injury or property damage.
severe injury or death. Before circuits with a voltmeter to verify that
working on the generator set or they are deenergized.
NOTICE
equipment connected to the set,
Notice communicates installation, Opening the power monitor
disable the generator set as follows:
operation, or maintenance information enclosure. Hazardous voltage can
(1) Press the generator set off/reset
that is safety related but not hazard cause severe injury or death. A
button to shut down the generator set.
related. transfer switch or generator set
(2) Disconnect the power to the battery
connected to the power monitor could
charger, if equipped. (3) Remove the
Safety decals affixed to the equipment automatically energize the power
battery cables, negative (--) lead first.
in prominent places alert the operator monitor or accessories. Disconnect all
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last
or service technician to potential power sources before opening the
when reconnecting the battery. Follow
hazards and explain how to act safely. enclosure. Move the generator set
these precautions to prevent the
The decals are shown throughout this master switch on the controller to the
starting of the generator set by the
publication to improve operator OFF position and disconnect the
remote start/stop switch.
recognition. Replace missing or battery negative (--) lead before
damaged decals. proceeding.

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 Notes

10 Safety Precautions and Instructions TP-6347 6/11

 Introduction

This manual covers the installation and operation of the setup instructions are covered in the controller
Monitor III Program for personal computers running the Operation Manual.
Windowsr operating system. The Monitor III program
allows remote monitoring and control of transfer Obtain the controller Operation manual(s) and
switches and generator sets equipped with the following Instruction Sheet TT-1405 before beginning. The
controllers: related document part numbers follow.

D Decision-Makerr 550 generator set controller Part

Operation Manual for Model: Number
D Decision-Makerr 3000 generator set controller
Generator Set Controllers:
D Decision-Makerr 6000 generator set controller Decision-Makerr 550 Operation Manual:
Version 2.10 and higher TP-6200
D Decision-Makerr 340 generator set controller Versions prior to 2.10 TP-6083
Decision-Makerr 550 Controller Setup and TP-6140
D Decision-Makerr 3+, 16-Light generator set Application
controller
Decision-Makerr 3000 TP-6694
D MPACt 1500 programmable transfer switch Decision-Makerr 6000 TP-6750
controller Decision-Makerr 340 TP-5829
Decision-Makerr 3+ TP-6161
D MPACt 1000 programmable transfer switch
controller Automatic Transfer Switches:
MPACt 1500 Controller (controller
D M340 automatic transfer switch controllers application code version 2.0.0 or later) TP-6714
Models KCS/KCP, KBS/KBP, KGS/KGP,
KSS/KSP, KCC/KBC, and KEP
D M340+ automatic transfer switch controllers
Automatic Transfer Switches with MPACt 1000 Controls:
D PM340 power monitor Model KCT, KCP TP-6126
Model KBT, KBP Bypass/Isolation TP-6128
Information in this publication represents data available
Model KDT, KDP TP-6225
at the time of print. Kohler Co. reserves the right to
change this literature and the products represented MPACt 1000 Setup Program TP-6135
without notice and without any obligation or liability M340+ Transfer Switch Controller TP-5664
whatsoever. PM340 power monitor TP-5875
SiteTech Software Operation Manual TP-6701
Read this manual and carefully follow all procedures
and safety precautions to ensure proper equipment Connection and Converter Kits for
Monitor III TT--1405
operation and to avoid bodily injury. Read and follow the
Safety Precautions and Instructions section at the Communication Module for the
Decision-Makert 3+ Generator Set TT--1377
beginning of this manual. Keep this manual with the Controller
equipment for future reference.

List of Related Literature Product Identification Information

Before using the software, the connect the controller to Software Version Number
the PC or device network and configure it for Record the Monitor III software version number. The
communication. Connection diagrams, hardware version number is shown on the CD-ROM, on the
requirements, and controller setup parameters are software Welcome screen, and under Help→About.
covered in a separate publication, TT-1405, which is
included with the Monitor III software kit. Controller Software Version Number

Windowsr is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

TPMP-6347 6/11 Introduction 11

Service Assistance

For professional advice on generator set power China

requirements and conscientious service, please contact North China Regional Office, Beijing
your nearest Kohler distributor or dealer. Phone: (86) 10 6518 7950
(86) 10 6518 7951
D Consult the Yellow Pages under the heading (86) 10 6518 7952
Generators—Electric. Fax: (86) 10 6518 7955

D Visit the Kohler Power Systems website at East China Regional Office, Shanghai
KohlerPower.com. Phone: (86) 21 6288 0500
Fax: (86) 21 6288 0550
D Look at the labels and stickers on your Kohler product India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka
or review the appropriate literature or documents India Regional Office
included with the product. Bangalore, India
Phone: (91) 80 3366208
D Call toll free in the US and Canada 1-800-544-2444. (91) 80 3366231
Fax: (91) 80 3315972
D Outside the US and Canada, call the nearest regional
office. Japan, Korea
North Asia Regional Office
Headquarters Europe, Middle East, Africa Tokyo, Japan
(EMEA) Phone: (813) 3440-4515
Kohler Power Systems Fax: (813) 3440-2727
3 rue de Brennus
Latin America
93200 Saint Denis
Latin America Regional Office
France
Lakeland, Florida, USA
Phone: (33) 1 49 178300
Phone: (863) 619-7568
Fax: (33) 1 49 178301
Fax: (863) 701-7131
Asia Pacific
Power Systems Asia Pacific Regional Office
Singapore, Republic of Singapore
Phone: (65) 6264-6422
Fax: (65) 6264-6455

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 Section 1 Requirements and Software Installation

1.1 Introduction D Hardware key (also called a dongle; included with the
software kit, see Section 1.2.3)
The Monitor III program allows monitoring and control of
generator set controllers, transfer switch controllers, D RS-232 to RS-485 converter (included with software
and power monitors using a personal computer (PC) kit)
with the Windowsr operating system and user interface.
D Shielded #12-24 AWG twisted pair cable, Belden
Refer to the controller operation manual for descriptions #9841 or equivalent, for the RS-485 connections
of the data and messages communicated by the (customer-provided)
controller. See the List of Related Literature in the
Introduction for the document part numbers. D PC modem and device modem if remote modem
connections are used (kits that include the device
Monitor III communicates using standard Modbusr modem and the necessary cables, adapters, and
protocol. The software allows communication through converters are available from the factory)
local direct connections, remote modem connections, or
a TCP/IP network. See TT-1405 for more information. D If Ethernet connections are used, one
Modbusr/Ethernet converter for each site or device.
A Modbusr/Ethernet converter is not required for the
1.2 Requirements MPAC 1500 transfer switch controller.

Note: Monitor III can communicate with only one

1.2.1 System Requirements Modbusr/Ethernet converter at a time. See
TT--1405 for connection types.
The minimum system requirements to run the Monitor III
Program are: D USB-to-serial converter only if your PC has a USB
port rather than a serial port (customer-provided; the
D 133 MHz or higher Intelr Pentiumr-compatible CPU
Quatech RS-232 1-port PCMCIA adapter and
D 32 MB RAM Gigaware USB-A to serial cable are examples)

D CD-ROM drive and 75 MB hard drive space available D The following controllers must be equipped with
for installation Modbusr/KBUS converter modules:

D 800 x 600 or better color monitor (1024 x 768 D Decision-Makert 340 generator set controller
recommended)
D M340 automatic transfer switch controllers
D Windowsr 2000, Windows XPr, Windowsr Vista, or
D M340+ automatic transfer switch controllers
Windowsr 7 operating system with Internet Explorer
version 4.0 or higher D PM340 power monitor
D COM port numbered between 1 and 255, capable of D The Decision-Makert 3+ 16-Light generator set
baud rates of 9600 or 19200 controller must have the red (GM28725) or blue
(GM64497) main logic board, and must be equipped
D Network interface card (for applications using
with communication module board GM47242 or
ethernet connections)
GM49791--1.
D Adober Readerr or Acrobatr to display the Help
Note: Circuit board GM49791--2 provides gauge
information
drivers only and does not provide
communication. Use GM49791--1.
1.2.2 Hardware Requirements
D For the MPACt 1500 transfer switch controller, see
The following system hardware items are required for the MPACt 1500 Controller Operation Manual,
device connection and communication. See TT-1405 TP-6714, for connection and communication setup
for details. instructions.

Windowsr, Windows NTr, and Windows XPr are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Pentiumr is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
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TP-6347 6/11 Section 1 Requirements and Software Installation 13

1.2.3 Hardware Keys 1.3 Hardware Connections
A hardware key is required in order to run the program Refer to TT-1405, Converter Kits and Connections,
on your PC. One key is included with each software kit. provided with the software kit, for connection diagrams
See Figure 1-1. and instructions to connect the PC and monitored
devices.
Note: Only the hardware keys supplied with Monitor III
or Surveyor software kits will allow the program to For the MPAC 1500 transfer switch controller, see the
run. Keys purchased elsewhere for other ATS Operation and Installation Manual for connection
applications will not work. and communication setup instructions.
Insert the key into the PC’s USB port before attempting If your PC has a USB port rather than a serial port, obtain
to run the program. Figure 1-2 shows typical USB port a USB-to-serial converter. The Quatech RS-232 1-port
locations. A red LED on the key indicates that the key is PCMCIA adapter and Gigaware USB-A to serial cable
activated. are examples.
See Section 2.13.2 if you see an “Invalid hardware key”
message at program startup. 1.4 Software Installation and
Removal
For simplicity, this manual and the software assumes
that the PC has the CD-ROM drive installed as the D:
drive and the hard drive installed as the C: drive. If your
drive locations are different, type in the correct drive
letter for your PC hard drive or CD-ROM drive when
applicable during software installation or operation.
tt1349

Note: When updating the Monitor III software to a new

Figure 1-1 Hardware Key
version, remove the old version of the software
first. See Section 1.4.2, Software Removal.
Then install the complete new version.
Typical
Port Labels:
1.4.1 Installation
Serial Port:
The Monitor III software CD-ROM contains various files
1
that are used by the setup program to install the software
USB Port: on the PC. The setup program automatically installs a
2 shortcut to run the program from the Start menu.
Follow the steps below to install Monitor III in Windowsr.

3 Note: Administrative rights on the PC may be required

to install the progam. Contact your system
administrator if you encounter problems during
installation.

Software Installation Procedure

1. Close all applications.

2. Insert the Monitor III Program CD-ROM into the

PC’s CD-ROM drive, the D: drive on most systems.

1. Serial (RS-232) port tt1349 3. Open Windowsr Explorer and double-click on the
2. Parallel (printer) port CD-ROM drive.
3. USB ports
4. Double-click on the Setup.exe file.
Figure 1-2 Typical Computer Ports

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 5. The installation program will guide you through the Add/Remove Programs and follow the instructions on
installation process. Follow the instructions on the the screen to install the program files as instructed
screen. above.

6. The program will prompt you to approve or change When the program runs, it generates other files in the
the directory for file installation. The setup program installation directory that the program uses to store
installs the main software files into the C:\Program system information.
Files\Kohler\Monitor III directory unless an Perform regular backups of the installation directory.
alternate location is selected.

7. A window appears when the program is ready to

1.4.2 Software Removal
install the drivers for the hardware keys. Click on When updating the Monitor III software, remove the old
OK to proceed. The program will not operate version before installing the new one.
without the hardware key and driver.
To remove the software from the PC, select
Note: See Section 2.13.2 if you see an “Invalid Settings→Control Panel→Add/Remove Programs from
hardware key” message. the Start menu. Select the Monitor III group and click on
Add/Remove to delete Monitor III Program files from the
8. Click the OK button after the setup is completed. installation directory.

9. Remove the CD-ROM and store it in a safe location Note: Do not simply delete the software files.
away from excessive heat, direct sunlight, and
Usernames and passwords are saved in a file in the
moisture.
program directory. If the program directory is not
Alternatively, use the PC’s Add/Remove Programs deleted when the software is updated, the usernames
utility. Click on the Start menu at the lower left corner of and passwords are not lost.
the screen and select Settings→Control Panel. Select

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 Notes

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 Section 2 Software Operation

2.1 Introduction 2.3 Login

This section provides general instructions for working At startup, the program displays the login window shown
with the Monitor III Program’s tools and windows. in Figure 2-1. Three different security levels allow
Detailed descriptions of the individual data and setup program access to supervisors, users, and guests.
windows are given in Sections 3 through 10. Passwords are required to log on to the supervisor and
user levels. A password can also be set for the guest
Definitions level.

Data Window. A window that displays a set of device

parameters or settings. For example, the source 2.3.1 Supervisor-Level Access
voltages, frequencies, number of phases, and phase The Supervisor account allows the highest level of
rotation are displayed in the Source Info data window for access. A supervisor can:
an ATS.
D Create, edit, and delete sites (see Section 2.5.1)
Device. A single transfer switch controller, generator
set controller, or power monitor. D Change time delays and other device settings

Local mode. Communication through a direct D Start and stop the generator set (and transfer the load
connection between a device and a personal computer. for ATS devices)
Remote (modem) mode. Communication through D Monitor all devices in the system.
modem connections.

Remote (network) mode. Communication through an 2.3.2 User-Level Access

Ethernet network.
The User account allows limited access. An authorized
Screen. A collection of open data windows. After user can:
opening and arranging a set of data windows, you can
D Create, edit, and delete sites (see Section 2.5.1)
save the screen to use the same arrangement of data
windows at another time. D Start and stop the generator set (and transfer the load
for ATS devices)
Setup Window. A window associated with an individual
data window that allows the operator to change settings.
D Monitor all devices in the system.
Not all data windows have setup windows associated
with them. The setup windows, which allow users to change
selected device settings, are disabled when the user
Site. A location including one or more devices
logs on as a user or a guest.
connected to the PC either through a direct connection
or through modems.

2.2 Starting the Program USER

Start the program by clicking on the Start button at the
lower left corner of the personal computer (PC) screen
and selecting Programs→Kohler→Monitor III.

Alternatively, you can create a shortcut to the program

on your PC’s desktop and then click on the shortcut to
start the program. To create the shortcut, go to
Figure 2-1 Login Screen
C:\Program Files\Kohler\Monitor III (or the directory
where the Monitor III program is installed). Right-click
on the Monitor III application file and select Create
Shortcut. Then click on the newly created shortcut and
drag it to your desktop.

TP-6347 6/11 Section 2 Software Operation 17

2.3.3 Guest-Level Access Change the usernames and passwords to prevent
unauthorized personnel from using the program to view
The Guest account allows viewers to log on and monitor system information, start or stop the generator set, or
the system without changing any system settings or change system settings. See Section 2.9 for
starting/stopping the generator set. Setup and manual instructions.
operation windows are disabled when the user logs on
as a guest. A password can be assigned to the Guest Selected parameters for the MPACt 1500 transfer
account, if desired. See Section 2.9 for instructions. switch controller require entering an additional
distributor-level password when changing the setting.
These parameters are factory set and should not require
2.3.4 Passwords changes unless the controller is replaced. Obtain the
The factory-default usernames and passwords are distributor-level password from the Kohler Power
shown in Figure 2-2. Enter the user name and Systems Service Department. See Section 7 for more
password and click on the OK button. information.

Note: Usernames and passwords are case-sensitive.

Type the default username and password using 2.4 Main Window
upper or lower case exactly as shown in
After login, the program displays the main window with
Figure 2-2.
the welco screen shown in Figure 2-3. Use the buttons
at the upper right corner to resize, minimize, or
Username Password Access maximize the main window.
SUPERVISOR spw Highest
USER upw Limited Use the pull-down menus at the top of the main window
GUEST (blank) View Only to access the commands shown in the following
Note: Usernames and passwords are case-sensitive.
sections.

Figure 2-2 Default Usernames and Passwords

Figure 2-3 Main Window with Welcome Screen

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2.5 File Menu Delete. Use Delete to remove the selected site from the
list. The Delete button is disabled if no site is selected.
The file menu includes the following options:

D Manage Sites
D Open Screen
D Save Screen
D Save Screen As
D Restore Setup
D Save Setup
D Exit

The Screen commands are disabled if no windows are

displayed. See Figure 2-4.

Monitor III

Figure 2-5 Site Management Screen

Figure 2-4 File Menu

2.5.1 Manage Sites

Use the Manage Sites command to define one or more
sites before attempting to connect for the first time. A
site is a location including one or more devices
connected to the PC either through a direct RS-485
connection or through modems.

Choose File→Manage Sites to open the Site

Management window. The Site Management window
allows a supervisor or user to create, edit, or delete a
site. See Figure 2-5.

Note: User- or Supervisor-level access is required in

order to access the Manage Sites command.
Guests cannot create, edit, or delete sites.

New. Use New to create sites and set up their

communication parameters before connecting. Click on
New to open a blank Site Setup form. See Figure 2-6.

All sites that have been set up are displayed on the left
side of the Site Management screen. Up to 256 sites Figure 2-6 Site Setup Screen
can be displayed. A scroll bar will appear on the side of
the list box if there are more sites than can be displayed
at one time. Click on a name in the list to select a site and
then choose Delete, Edit, or Done.

TP-6347 6/11 Section 2 Software Operation 19

Edit. Use Edit to change the site name or Remote (modem). Select Remote (modem) if modems
communication parameters, or to add, edit, or delete are used to connect the PC to the site. (The PC may use
individual devices from the selected site. Clicking on the an internal modem.)
Edit button opens the Site Setup screen shown in
Figure 2-6. Refer to Section 2.5.2 for instructions to edit Modem. The program displays the modems found
the parameters in this screen. on the PC. Click on the down arrow next to the
Modem box and select the PC modem.
Done. After creating and editing sites, select the Done
button at the bottom of the screen to close the Site Phone Number. Type the phone number for the
Management screen. site (device) modem into the Phone Number box,
including the area code and any special characters
needed. Use a comma to insert a slight pause if
2.5.2 Creating or Editing a Site necessary.
Note: User- or Supervisor-level access is required in Example: 9,1,9205551212 dials 9 for an outside
order to access the Manage Sites command.
line, pauses, dials 1 for a long distance number,
Guests cannot create, edit, or delete sites.
pauses, then dials the area code and number,
9205551212.
Select New or Edit from the Site Management window to
open the Site Setup screen shown in Figure 2-6.
Complete all fields that are not disabled (grayed out) in Remote (network). Select Remote (network) for an
the Site Setup screen. When finished, click on OK or Ethernet (TCP/IP) network connection.
press Enter to save any changes made to the sites. IP Address. Enter the IP address for the
Clicking on Cancel discards changes without saving. Modbus/Ethernet converter used with the
connected devices. See Instruction sheet TT-1405
Site Name. Create a unique name to identify the site
for instructions to assign the IP address to the
and type it into the Site Name box. Use a different name
converter. Required for Ethernet (TCP/IP)
to identify each site.
connections only.
Local Monitoring. Select Local if the site is connected
directly to the PC using an RS-232 or RS-485 Add Device. Click on Add Device to add a device to the
connection. site. All sites must have at least one device. The Device
Screen will appear. See Figure 2-7.
COM Port Number. Select the COM port number
used to connect the PC to the device. To check the
COM port number on the PC, go to the Control
Panel. Select System and click on the Hardware
tab. Click on Device Manager and then double
click on Ports. Read the number of the
communications port or the USB-to-serial
converter (if used).

Note: Communications problems at startup are

often caused by an incorrect COM port
selection. Numbers 1 through 4 are
commonly used, but they can go as high as Figure 2-7 Device Screen
256.
Address. Enter the device’s network address
Baud Rate. To set the baud rate for the PC, click on (number 1--247). Each device in a site must have a
the drop-down arrow next to the Baud Rate box to different network address.
display a list of available baud rates. Select the
baud rate to match the baud rate on the connected Note: The address entered here must match the
devices. network address that was assigned to the
device using the device keypad or DIP
Note: The same baud rate must be used on the PC switches. The Monitor III program cannot be
and all connected devices. used to assign or change a device’s network
address. See TT-1405 and the controller
Operation Manual. See the List of Related
Literature.

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 Description (optional). Type in a unique
description for each device at the site. For
Monitor III
controllers that have previously-assigned device
designations or names, use that designation to
avoid confusion. Refer to the controller operation
manuals for instructions to assign the device
designation.

2.5.3 Copying Site Setup Information

Site setup information is stored in a file called site.dat
and stored in the same directory as the Monitor III
program files. To set up the same sites on more than
Figure 2-8 Save Screen
one PC, copy the sites.dat file after completing the site
setup. Be sure to paste the file in the same directory as
the Monitor III program files. Procedure to Open a Saved Screen

Note: Do not edit the sites.dat file. The Open Screen command opens a file containing
previously created data windows.

2.5.4 Save Screen and Open Screen Note: You must connect to a site before opening a
screen file.
Screens can be saved to a file for reuse. Screens can
include data windows for one or more devices at a single Select File→Open Screen and then select the
site. After creating the desired data windows and appropriate file from the list on the screen. Use the
arranging them on the PC screen, use the following drop-down arrows to change directories if the file is
procedure to save the layout. Use the Save Screen As located in a different directory than the one displayed in
command to create a new file or Save Screen to update the Look in: box. With the file selected, click on the Open
an existing Screen file. button. The saved screens appear in the program’s
main window when the file opens.
Note: The Save Screen command does not save
system settings (source parameters, time delay
settings, etc.). 2.5.5 Save Setup and Restore Setup
The Save Setup and Restore Setup commands allow
Procedure to Save a Screen to a File you to save device settings for time delays, input/output
assignments, and any other settings that can be
1. Select File→Save Screen As from the menu bar as
adjusted through Monitor III. This function only applies
shown in Figure 2-4.
to the Decision-Makerr 550 and 6000 generator set
2. A dialog box appears. See Figure 2-8. Type in a controllers and the MPACt 1000 and 1500 transfer
filename for the screen file. Choose a unique name switch controllers.
that identifies the file for future reference. Screen
Settings can be made on one device, then saved and
files use the extension .scn. Do not type the
applied to other devices of the same type. These
filename extension; the program appends the
functions can be useful for controller replacement or to
extension to the filename automatically.
speed the setup of multiple controllers that use the same
3. Click on the Save button. settings.

Procedure to Save Device Settings

1. Use the setup windows to set the desired time
delays, inputs/outputs, and other settings on the
device.

2. Select File→Save Setup from the menu bar as

shown in Figure 2-4.

3. The Save Setup window appears. See Figure 2-9.

Click on the device in the list and then click OK.

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 4. A dialog box similar to the one shown in Figure 2-8 2.5.6 Exit
appears. Use the drop-down arrows to change
directories if you need to save the file in a different Use the File→Exit command to exit the Monitor III
location. Program after disconnecting from the site (see
Section 2.6, Connection Menu).
Type in a filename for the data file. Choose a
unique name that identifies the file for future The message shown in Figure 2-10 appears at exit if
reference. Do not type the filename extension; the any data windows have been added or removed. The
program automatically appends the extension .sdf. Save Screen command allows the displayed set of data
Click on the Save button. windows to be saved and then reopened later,
eliminating the need to open and position the windows
individually at each use of the program. Select Yes to
save, No to exit without saving, or Cancel to cancel the
exit command and return to the program. See Section
2.5.4 for more information.

Monitor III

Figure 2-10 Save Screen

Figure 2-9 Save Setup

Procedure to Restore Device Settings

1. Select File→Restore Setup from the menu bar as

shown in Figure 2-4.

2. The Restore Setup window (similar to the Save

Setup window shown in Figure 2-9) appears. Click
on the device in the list and then click OK.

3. A dialog box listing the files appears. Use the

drop-down arrows to change directories if the file is
located in a different directory than the one
displayed. Setup data files use the extension .sdf.
Select the setup data file that contains the desired
settings and click on the Open button.

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2.6 Connection Menu
The Connect command attempts to open the
communication port and establish communications with
a site. See Figure 2-11.

Note: Each device must be configured for Modbus

communication. Refer to the controller Operation
Manual for instructions.

Select Connection→Connect to open the Connect

window shown in Figure 2-12. Click on one site in the list
to select it, then click on the Connect button at the
bottom of the window to connect to that site. The Site
Overview window automatically appears after
connection. See Section 2.7 for instructions for using
the Site Overview window.

The Disconnect command closes the communication

port.

Note: Monitor III communicates with one site at a time.

Disconnect before attempting to connect to
another site.

Kohler Monitor III Figure 2-12 Connect Window

Figure 2-11 Connection Menu

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2.7 Site Overview Window Position. The Position column shows the contactor
position, Normal, Emergency, or Off (programmed-
Connecting to a site opens the Site Overview window transition models only). The color of the box also
shown in Figure 2-13. For transfer switch controllers, indicates position:
the Site Overview window displays the ATS position
(Normal, Off, or Emergency), the available sources, and D Green when the contactor is in the Normal position
system status for each device at the connected site. For
generator sets and power monitors, the system status is D Yellow when the contactor is in Off
displayed in the lower part of the window as shown.
D Red when the contactor is in Emergency

2.7.1 ATS Controllers Normal Available, Emergency Available. An X in the

Normal Available and/or Emergency Available columns
Site Name. The site name appears at the top of the shows that the indicated source is available.
window. The site name was assigned using the Site
Setup Screen under the Site Management window. See Status. The Status column displays messages
Section 2.5.1. indicating the condition of the device. Some possible
system status messages are:
Addr (address). The Addr (address) column shows the
network address for each ATS at the site. The network D System Ready
address must be assigned at the device and entered into D Test Running
Monitor III during device setup. See Section 2.5.2. D Fault
Description. The Description column displays the ATS D Lost Communications
description that was assigned during the device setup. D Failure to Acquire Standby
See Section 2.5.2, Creating or Editing a Site. Assign a
If one of the devices indicates a fault condition, the
unique description to each ATS for identification.
status box for that switch displays a fault message and
the display flashes red.

MPAC 1500

Figure 2-13 Site Overview Window

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2.7.2 Generator Set Controllers and 2.8 Edit Menu
Power Monitors
The Edit menu allows the user to cut, copy, and paste
Description. The Description column displays the selected text. See Figure 2-14. With some systems, the
description assigned when the site was created. See Edit commands can be accessed by clicking the right
Figure 2-7. Assign a unique description to each mouse button while the setup window is active.
controller or power monitor for identification.
The Cut and Copy commands are enabled only when
Status. The Status column displays messages text that can be cut or copied is selected. The Paste
indicating the condition of the device. Some examples command is only enabled when there is text on the
of system status messages are: clipboard that is available to paste.

D System Ready (all except 550/6000-controllers)

Kohler Monitor III
D Generator Running (all controllers)
D Fault codes (some controllers)
D Lost Communications (check connections)

If one of the devices indicates a fault condition, the

status box for that device displays a fault message and
flashes red.

Figure 2-14 Edit Menu

2.7.3 Opening Data Windows from the
Site Overview Window
Data windows can be opened from the Site Overview
window. See Figure 2-13. Double-click on the device in
the Site Overview table to open the Add Window screen
for that device. See Figure 7-1. Or, use the Add Window
screen to open any available data window for the
selected device.

See Section 2.10 for more information about adding and

using data windows.

When the Site Overview window is closed, the

Window→New Window command can be used to open
data windows. See Section 2.10.

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2.9 Tools Menu 2.9.2 Change User Name
Use the Tools menu to change the software user name Use this window to change the user name of the person
and password and to set the PC’s communication who is logged in. See Figure 2-17. The default
settings. See Figure 2-15. usernames are shown in Figure 2-2.

Log in at the level to be changed (supervisor, user, or

guest). The window displays the current user name
near the top. Type in the new user name and type it
again in the second box to confirm it. The new names
appear on the screen as they are typed. Click on OK to
accept the new user names, or Cancel to discard the
change and keep the old user name.

The program verifies that the new names match before

accepting the change.
Figure 2-15 Tools Menu Note: Passwords and user names are case-sensitive.
Use upper and lower case letters as you want
2.9.1 Change Password them to be typed at login.

Use this window to change the password. See

Figure 2-16. The default passwords are shown in
Figure 2-2. USER

Log in at the level to be changed (supervisor, user, or

guest). The window displays the name of the user
logged on to the program. Type in the old password, the
new password, and the new password a second time for
confirmation. To ensure confidentiality, the passwords
do not appear on the screen. Click on the OK button to
enter the new password. Click on the Cancel button to
discard the changes and keep the old password.
Figure 2-17 Change User Name
Note: Passwords and user names are case-sensitive.
Use upper and lower case letters as you want
them to be typed at login. Check the Caps Lock
key when typing passwords.

USER

Figure 2-16 Change Password

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2.10 Window Menu device in the list to select that device. Then select one or
more data windows from the list on the right side of the
Use the Window menu to open new data windows, screen. You can select multiple items from the list by
select an open window, enter the setup screen for an holding down the control (Ctrl) key and clicking on each
existing window, arrange windows on the screen, and item. Or, select blocks of items by clicking on the first
delete windows. See Figure 2-18. item, then holding down the Shift key while clicking on
the last item in the block. The selected data windows will
This section gives general instructions for creating and be highlighted. Click on OK to open the highlighted data
working with data windows. Refer to Sections 3 through windows for the selected device.
10 for detailed descriptions of the available windows for
each device. Monitor III
Note: You must be connected to a site in order to add a
window.

2.10.1 New Window

The New Window command creates data windows on
the screen. Connect to a site before trying to create data
windows. See Section 2.6.

Select Window→New Window... from the main window

pull-down menus. The program displays the Add
Window screen shown in Figure 2-19.

The list on the left side of the Add Window screen Figure 2-18 Window Menu
contains all devices at the connected site. Click on one

Figure 2-19 Typical Add Window Screen

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To create data windows for a different device at the Long device descriptions may cause the title bar
connected site, click on the device designation in the list information to be cut off in some smaller data windows.
on the left side of the screen. The available data Place the cursor over the title bar to display the entire
windows for that device will be listed on the right side of line.
the screen.
Data Window Size
Data windows that have already been added to the user
screen do not appear on the list. If all data windows have If part of a data window is not visible on the screen, try
been added to the user screen, the list is empty. the following solutions (see Figure 2-20):

Click on Cancel or the X button at the upper right corner D Click on the maximize button to expand the main
of the screen to return to the main window. window to full size.

See the individual device sections of this manual for D Move the data window by clicking in the title bar and
more information about available data windows for that dragging the window to a better location.
device.
D Use the scroll bars on the main window to view the
other part of the screen.
2.10.2 Working with Data Windows
D Change the screen area of your PC monitor to 1024 X
Data Window Title Bar 768 pixels or more:
The colored title bar at the top of the window contains the D Select Start→Settings→Control Panel.
following information for the device:
D Click on Display, choose the Settings tab, and find
D Network address the Screen Area setting. Slide the bar in the More
direction to increase the number of pixels.
D Description (entered in the Add Device screen; see
D Click on Apply and then OK. Click on Yes to keep
Section 2.5.2)
the new settings if you are happy with the result.
D Data window name, in brackets (factory-set) Note: Changing the monitor screen area will affect the
look of other applications on the PC.

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1. Maximize button
2. Scroll bars
3. Title bar (click and drag to move window)

Figure 2-20 Working with Data Windows

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2.10.3 Setup Windows Up and Down Arrows. Up and down arrows appear in
boxes after a data entry box containing a numerical
Setup windows allow you to change selected settings for setting. Click on the up arrow to increase the number or
the Decision-Makerr 550, Decision-Makerr 6000, the down arrow to decrease the number. You can also
MPACt 1000, and MPACt 1500 ATS controller. double-click inside the data box and type in the setting
directly, provided it falls within the acceptable range.
First select the data window for the function that you
want to work with. Then choose Window→Setup or Password Boxes. Selected parameters for the
double-click on the active data window to open the setup MPACt 1500 transfer switch controller require entering
window for that function. Figure 2-21 shows a typical an additional distributor-level password when changing
data window with its corresponding setup window. the setting. These parameters are factory set and
should not require changes unless the controller is
Note: The data window for a function must be open and replaced. Type the password into the box provided
selected before the setup window can be before clicking on OK to change the setting. See
opened. The Setup command is grayed-out if the Section 7 for more information.
selected data window does not have a setup
window associated with it. OK and Cancel Buttons. The OK and Cancel buttons
appear at the bottom of each window. Make changes to
When the user presses the OK button or Enter, all of the the selections or data entry boxes, and then click on OK
settings will be sent to the controller. If the user presses to accept the changes and enter them into the system. If
Cancel or X, the screen will be dismissed without the OK box is highlighted on the screen, pressing the
warning and no changes will be made. Enter key will also enter the changes. Click on Cancel to
discard the changes without sending them to the device.
The setup windows use several methods to enter
system information and settings. This section gives Note: The software does not send changes to the
general instructions about how to use the different device until the OK button is clicked.
methods to enter information.
Confirmation Boxes. Clicking on OK to enter some
Radio Buttons. A radio button appears as an open changes prompts a confirmation box to appear on the
circle. Position the cursor inside the open circle and screen before the system sends the changes to the
left-click to select the desired option. The selected radio device. Double check your selections and their effect on
button has a dark dot in the center. Radio buttons allow the system before clicking on OK to confirm the
the selection of only one of the options in a set. changes.
Selecting one radio button in a set of options deselects,
or turns off, all of the other options. 1
Check Boxes. Check boxes are open rectangular
boxes. A selected check box contains a check mark. 2
Position the cursor inside the box and click to select or
deselect the option. Check boxes allow the selection of
any or all of the options in the set. Selecting one option
with a check box will not deselect the other options in a
set.

Data Entry Boxes. Data entry boxes allow you to type

in text or numerical data from the keyboard. Position the
cursor inside the box, left-click, and type in the new
information. If the box already contains information,
double-click to highlight the text before typing the new
information. Some items show the acceptable range of
settings after the data entry box. Verify that the data you
enter falls within the range shown. If the setting does not
fall within the acceptable range, the system will not
accept the change.

Drop-Down Arrows. A drop-down arrow appears as a t6347

down arrow in a box at the end of a line. Position the 1. Data window
cursor on the down arrow and click to display a selection 2. Corresponding setup window
list. Click on an item in the list to select it. The selected Figure 2-21 Data and Setup Windows (typical)
item appears in the box next to the arrow.

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2.10.4 Add Site Overview Acrobatr or Adober Readerr is required to display the
Help file.
If the Site Overview window has been closed, select
Window→Add Site Overview to open it again. See The About... box displays the software name, version
Figure 2-13. number, build date, and copyright information. Record
the software version number on the inside front cover of
this manual for future reference.
2.10.5 Arrange Icons
Click on the System Info button to launch the Microsoftr
Minimizing windows by clicking on the -- symbol in the
upper right corner of the window reduces the window to system information application if it is available on your
PC.
an icon. Select Window→Arrange Icons to arrange the
icons neatly at the bottom of the main window. Click on the OK button to close the window.

2.10.6 Cascade Windows

2.12 System Tray
Choose Window→Cascade Windows to arrange the
windows on the screen. The Cascade Windows An icon in the box at the lower right corner of the screen
command is enabled only when two or more data indicates whether the PC is connected to the site. See
windows are on the screen. Figure 2-23.

D A green icon indicates that the PC is communicating

2.10.7 Display Windows with the site.
Choose Windows→Display Windows to see a list of all D A red icon indicates that the devices are not
windows that have been created on the screen. Select a connected.
window from the list to bring it to the top and activate it.
If there are connection problems, check the selected
COM port and the hardware connections (see TT-1405).
2.11 Help Menu
Choose Help→About... for information about the
software. See Figure 2-22.

Monitor III 1
1. Connection icon: green=connected, red=disconnected

Figure 2-23 System Tray

Figure 2-22 Help Menu

The Help Topics option contains the contents of this Adober Acrobatr and Adober Readerr are registered trademarks
instruction manual in a .pdf file format. Adober of Adobe Systems Incorporated.

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2.13 Error Messages
Message windows indicate errors or prompt the user to
save the screen before exiting.

2.13.1 Incorrect User Name or Password

The following messages may appear:

D The user name or password is incorrect. User names

and passwords are case sensitive. See Figure 2-24.
This message can appear when the username or
password is being changed or if the user tries to enter Figure 2-26 Change User Name
an old user name/password combination.

D The new passwords typed do not match. See 2.13.2 Invalid Hardware Key Message
Figure 2-25.
On some systems, Monitor III may display an error
D The usernames typed do not match. See message when the USB hardware key is applied. See
Figure 2-26. Figure 2-27. The error is the result of a compatibility
issue between the USB hardware key and the Microsoft
If any of these messages appear, check the spelling and Windows operating system on your personal computer.
capitalization of the password or username carefully, The error has been known to occur with various
and then retype it in both boxes. Microsoftr Windowsr Win32 and Win64 applications.

Note: Passwords and usernames are case If the error appears, you must download a new device
sensitive. Check the Caps Lock key before driver to support the hardware key. Go to
typing. http://www.aladdin.com/support/hasp/hasp4/enduser.asp
and select the device driver appropriate to your PC
operating system. A link to the site is also provided on
Tech Tools on the Kohlernet. Go to www.kohlernet.com
and use your SecurID Card to log in. Click on Tech
Tools, then Software, then Monitor III and then the link.
Select the file for the HDD32 device. Follow the
instructions in the readme.txt file associated to the
download.

Figure 2-24 Login

Figure 2-27 Invalid Hardware Key Message

Figure 2-25 Change Password

Windowsr is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

TP-6347 6/11 Section 2 Software Operation 31

2.13.3 Missing Hardware Key If one of these messages appears, follow these steps to
reinstall the HASP device driver:
The message shown in Figure 2-28 appears at program
startup if the hardware key is not inserted into the PC’s Procedure to Reinstall Hasp Device Driver
USB port.
1. On your PC, go to:
A red LED on the key indicates that the key is activated. C:/Program Files/Kohler/ MonitorIII.
If the message appears when the key seems to be
properly inserted, contact your system administrator. 2. Click on hdd32.exe and follow the instructions on
the screen to reinstall the device driver.

2.13.5 Communication Errors

A Lost Communication error message can indicate a
physical loss of connection or a problem with
communication settings. Check connections, controller
settings, and the site settings in Monitor III. See
TT-1405 and Section 2.5.2 of this manual.
Figure 2-28 Missing Hardware Key
Monitor III may appear to stop communicating if the user
attempts to change a parameter that cannot be
2.13.4 Failed to Start Messages changed. For example, attempting to change 550
controller settings when the controller is set to the Local
The following error messages are related to the programming mode will cause Monitor III to seem to stop
hardware key device driver: communicating as it repeatedly attempts to change the
setting.
D Failed to Start the Aladdin Device Driver

D Failed to Start a Service in the Service Control

Manager Database

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Section 3 Decision-Maker 550 and 6000 Generator Set Controllers

3.1 Introduction Some information displayed on the controller is not

displayed in Monitor III. For example, some information
The Monitor III Program allows viewing and adjustment for DDEC or MDEC-equipped engines shown in the
of selected settings for generator sets equipped with the controller’s Menu 2 is not displayed in Monitor III. See
Decision-Makerr 550 and 6000 controllers. The the Controller Operation Manual.
software provides the following functions.
The Monitor III Program cannot be used to view or adjust
D Manual operation (password-protected): the controller’s communication settings, i.e. the network
D Start and stop the engine
address or the network interface baud rate. Use the
controller keypad to view and adjust communication
D Timed run settings.
D Reset maintenance records
Monitor III cannot be used to view or adjust system
D Reset faults paralleling parameters on the Decision-Makerr 6000
D View and adjust (password-protected): controller. Use Kohlerr SiteTecht software for
paralleling setup. See TP-6701, SiteTecht Software
D Analog input settings Operation Manual.
D Common alarms
D Date and time 3.2 Controller Connection and
D Digital input settings Setup
D Generator information, including nominal ratings,
connection type, and operating mode Refer to TT-1405, provided with the Monitor III software
kit, for controller connection and setup instructions.
D Relay driver output assignments, status, and Connect the controller to the PC or network and
settings configure the controller for communications. Refer to
D System information, including generator set name, the controller Operation Manual for instructions to use
location, and description the controller’s keypad to set the communications
parameters.
D View only:
D Analog input status Use the controller’s keypad to set the communication
protocol in Menu 13 to Modbus Online. Use the keypad
D Electrical information, including voltage, to set the programming mode in Menu 14 to Remote in
frequency, current, and power order to use Monitor III to change controller settings. If
D Engine status information the programming mode is set to Local, Monitor III can
display the controller settings but not change them.
D Event history
D Maintenance information Set the other communication parameters as required for
the connection type as described in TT-1405.
D Factory-set system information, including
specification numbers and serial numbers

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3.3 Data Windows points, alarms, inputs, and outputs. Supervisor-level
access is required to access the setup windows.
Select Window→New Window to open the Add Window
screen. Select the generator set/controller from the list
on the left. The available data windows for the selected
controller appear on the right. Figure 3-1 illustrates the
list of available data windows for the
Decision-Makerr 550 and 6000 controllers.

Note: The windows for the Decision-Makerr 550 and

6000 controllers are identical.

The Remote Maintenance Setup window allows remote

starting and stopping of the generator set, resetting
faults, and resetting maintenance records. User or
supervisor access is required to perform remote
maintenance operations.

Setup windows are available for some windows. The

setup windows allow changes to selected controller
settings including system parameters, time delays, trip Figure 3-1 Add Window

3.4 Data Window Summary Table

The following table summarizes the available data windows and indicates which setup windows are available. More
details about selected data windows are given after the table.

Data Window Display Setup Item Notes

Analog Inputs X Battery Voltage VDC
Aux. Analog Inputs #1--#7
Analog Input X X* Aux. Analog Inputs #1--#7 High Shutdown Limit [
Settings High Warning Limit [
Low Warning Limit [
Low Shutdown Limit [
Inhibit time, 0--60 sec.
Warning time, 0--60 sec.
Shutdown Time, 0--60 sec.
Shutdown Enabled/disabled (checkbox)
Warning Enabled/disabled (checkbox)
Common X X Assigned common alarms Add and remove items from the common alarm. See
Alarms the controller Operation Manual for available alarms
Date/Time X X Date
Time
Synchronize with Computer
Button (setup only)
Digital Inputs X X Function Assigned
Inhibit Time minutes:seconds (mm:ss)
Delay time minutes:seconds (mm:ss)
User-assigned description Type custom description in setup window
Enable/disable (setup only) Checkbox (setup only)
* Double click on one analog input in the data window to open the setup window for that input only.
[ For analog input settings, enter the scaled values appropriate to each sensor.

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Data Window Display Setup Item Notes
Electrical Info X Frequency Hz
% of Rated kW % (percent)
Voltage L1--L2 Line-to-line voltage
Voltage L2--L3
X Voltage L3--L1 Line-to-line voltage
Voltage L1--L0 Line-to-neutral voltage
Voltage L2--L0
Electrical Info, X Voltage L3--L0 Line-to-neutral voltage
continued Current L1 Amps
Current L2
Current L3
Power Factor Total, L1, L2, and L3; leading or lagging
kVA Total, L1, L2, and L3
kW Total, L1, L2, and L3
kVAR Total, L1, L2, and L3
Engine Info X Speed RPM
(units defined at Oil Pressure
controller)
Temperature
Level
Crankcase pressure
Coolant Pressure
Temperature
Level
Battery ECM Voltage, VDC
Fuel Pressure
Temperature
Burn Rate
Last Run Consumption
Intake Air Filter Diff. Pressure
Temperature
Event History X Date, time, and event Up to 100 events with up to two parameters per event
can be displayed
Save History button Saves to an ASCII text .log file. Operator enters the
filename and path.
Generator Info X X Genset Rating kW
Nominal Voltage System voltage
Nominal Frequency System frequency, Hz
Nominal Battery Voltage VDC
Phases 1 or 3
Connection Wye or Delta (3-phase)
Operating Mode Standby or prime power
NFPA 110 Defaults Enabled/Disabled (checkbox)
Maintenance X Run time Total and since last maintenance
Loaded run time
Unloaded run time
kW hours
Number of starts
Last maintenance date See Manual Operations to reset
Operating days

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Data Window Display Setup Item Notes
Maintenance, X Last Run Date
continued Time
Run time
Loaded or unloaded
Maintenance X Timed Run Engine run time, 0:01--72:00 hours:minutes
(Remote Set run time
Maintenance
Setup) Start engine button
Stop engine button
Reset maintenance records
button
Reset faults button
RDO Summary X X Relay Driver Output Click on the each line to set up single RDOs. See the
assignments, ON/OFF controller documentation for available functions.
X Software-controlled RDOs Turn each SCRDO on or off (checkbox)
X Setpoints Select high shutdown, high warning, low warning, or
low shutdown for selected functions
System Info X X Genset Name User-defined, setup window
X Location
X Description
Final Assembly Date Factory-set, not adjustable
Final Assembler’s clock
number
Model Number
Specification Number
Genset serial number
Controller serial number
Engine part number
Alternator part number
Software version number
Time Delays X X Engine Start 0:00--5:00 minutes:seconds
Engine Cooldown 0:00--10:00 minutes:seconds
Overvoltage 2--10 seconds
Undervoltage 5--30 seconds
Starting Aid 0--10 seconds
Load Shed 2--10 seconds
Crank On 00:01--01:00 minutes:seconds
Crank Pause 00:01--01:00 minutes:seconds
Max. Crank Cycles 1--6
Trip Points X X Load Shed Output % of rating and kW
Overvoltage % of nominal and Volts
Undervoltage % of nominal and Volts
Overfrequency % of nominal and Hz
Underfrequency % of nominal and Hz
Overspeed Hz and RPM
High Battery Voltage VDC
Low Battery Voltage VDC

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3.5 Analog Inputs 3. Enter the limits and time delays in the boxes
provided. For the limit settings, enter the
The Analog Inputs data window shows the status of appropriate scaled value for each input sensor.
each analog input. See TP-6140, Controller Application and Setup
Manual, for instructions to calibrate analog inputs.

4. Click OK to send changes to the device or Cancel

to discard the changes.

Figure 3-2 Analog Input Values (display)

3.6 Analog Input Settings

The Analog Input Settings window displays the warning
and shutdown limits and time delays for each analog
input and allows adjustments to the settings. See
Figure 3-4.

Open the Analog Input Settings data window and then

use the instructions in the following procedure to change
settings. The setup window for only one input can be
open at a time.

Changing Settings

Position the cursor on the input to be changed and

double click to open the setup window for that input. See
Figure 3-3.

1. Type a descriptive name for the input into the

Description box.

2. Select warning or shutdown by clicking on the

appropriate box.
Figure 3-3 Analog Input Setup Window for a Single
Analog Input (example settings shown)

Figure 3-4 Analog Input Settings Display Window

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3.7 Common Alarms in the right box are selected, the Remove button is
disabled.

3.7.1 Common Alarm Display Clicking the Select All or Clear All buttons will select all
remaining or clear all selected events respectively from
Use this window to view the events that are assigned to
the box above the button pair. If there are no events in a
the controller’s common fault. list box, its associated Select All and Clear All buttons
are disabled.
If more events are assigned to the common fault than
can be displayed in the text box, the scroll bars are
If no events are selected in a text box, its associated
enabled. Clear All button is disabled.

3.7.2 Common Alarm Setup If more events are in a text box than can be displayed,
the scroll bar for that box is enabled.
Double click anywhere on the common alarms data
window to open the setup window.

Use this window to assign events to the controller’s

common alarm.

All events assigned to the common fault are displayed in

the Assigned Events box on the right. Any events not
assigned to the common fault are displayed in the
Available Events box on the left. Note that these boxes
are mutually exclusive so an event will not appear in
both.

Click the Add button to move the selected events in the

left box into the assigned box. Press the OK button to
send the events to the controller. If no events in the left
box are selected, the Add button is disabled.
Figure 3-5 Common Alarm Display Window
Clicking the Remove button will move any selected
events in the right box into the available box. If no events

Figure 3-6 Common Alarm Setup Window

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3.8 Date and Time

3.8.1 Date and Time

Use this window to view the controller’s time and date
settings.
Figure 3-7 Date/Time Data Window

3.8.2 Date and Time Setup

Double click anywhere on the date and time data
window to open the setup window.

Use this window to set the controller’s time and date.

The setup window displays the controller’s time at the

moment the window was loaded. The time is not
updated as in the Date/Time data window.

The date and time can be entered directly by selecting

the pick boxes and typing the value.
Figure 3-8 Date/Time Setup Window
Press the down arrow on the date box to select a date
from 01/01/2000 to 12/31/2156.

Clicking the Synchronize with Computer button sets the

date & time fields to match the computer’s system clock.

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3.9 Digital Inputs

3.9.1 Digital Input Display

The Digital Input data window displays the functions,
time delays, and descriptions for all assigned digital
inputs. See Figure 3-10.

If an input is disabled, the text is gray.

3.9.2 Digital Input Setup

Use this window to set up a single digital input on a
controller.

Double click on any input in the data window to open the

setup window for that input only. Using the scroll bar to
view available functions, select the desired function
from the list. Click on the Enable box to enable or
disable the input. A check mark in the box indicates that
the input is enabled. Enter the inhibit time and delay
time in minutes:seconds. Type in a description, which
will appear in the User Assigned Description Area of the Figure 3-9 Digital Input Setup Window for a Single
data window, if desired. Digital Input
Click OK to send the changes to the controller or Cancel
to discard changes and close the setup window.

Figure 3-10 Digital Input Display Window

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3.10 Electrical Info
This window displays information about electrical power
being delivered by the controller’s generator set. There
is no setup window for this information.

Figure 3-11 Electrical Info Display

3.11 Engine Info The window will display the same measurement system
(English/Metric) as the controller.
This window displays engine information available to
the Decision-Makerr 550 and 6000 controllers. There is ECM Voltage will change to Local Voltage if the
no setup window. controller is configured for a non--ECM engine.

Figure 3-12 Engine Info Display Window

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3.12 Event History If there is at least one event in the log, the Save
History… button is enabled. To save the history to a file,
Use this window to view and save the controller’s event press the Save History… button and then select or enter
log. The events displayed in this window are the System a name and path for the directory to save the log. The
Events displayed in Menu 10 on the file is an ASCII text file with a default file extension of log.
Decision-Makerr 550 and 6000 controller display.
See the controller’s Operation Manual for more Up to 100 events may be displayed. If more events are
information about system events. in the log than can fit in the event list box, scroll bars will
appear on the right side.
The window will display all the events in the controller’s
event log, the time and date of the events, and up to two
parameters associated with the event.

Figure 3-13 Event History Display Window

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3.13 Generator Info

3.13.1 Generator Info Display

This window will display electrical information about the
generator set’s alternator.

Double click anywhere on the window to open the setup

window.

3.13.2 Generator Info Setup

Double click on the Generator Info data window to open
the setup window. Use this window to change the
voltage and frequency data for the generator set. Enter Figure 3-14 Generator Info Display Window
the corresponding data if the generator set requires
voltage reconnection and/or frequency adjustment.

Note: It is imperative that the user enter the correct data

because these settings trigger all related
shutdowns.

Note: The user defines the data shown. It is NOT data

measured by the controller and associated
sensing devices. The user defines these values
for purposes of calibrating the control.

Figure 3-15 Generator Info Setup Window

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3.14 Maintenance History generator set. The generator set will start and run for the
time entered in the Run Time box. To stop the generator
set before the run time has elapsed, click on the Stop
3.14.1 Maintenance History Display Engine button.
This window displays maintenance and some historical
Click the Reset Maintenance Records button after
information about the generator set. performing the scheduled generator set maintenance
described in the generator set’s Operation Manual.
Double clicking anywhere on the window will open the
Manual Operations window. Resetting the maintenance records updates the Last
Maintenance Date and times since maintenance shown
in the Maintenance Display window.
3.14.2 Remote Maintenance Setup
(Manual Operation)

WARNING

Accidental starting.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect the battery cables before
working on the generator set.
Remove the negative (--) lead first
when disconnecting the battery.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last
when reconnecting the battery.

Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can Figure 3-16 Maintenance Display Window
cause severe injury or death. Before working on the
generator set or connected equipment, disable the generator
set as follows: (1) Move the generator set master switch to the
OFF position. (2) Disconnect the power to the battery charger.
(3) Remove the battery cables, negative (--) lead first.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last when reconnecting the
battery. Follow these precautions to prevent starting of the
generator set by an automatic transfer switch, remote
start/stop switch, or engine start command from a remote
computer.

Double click anywhere on the Maintenance data

window to open the Remote Maintenance Operations
window. This window allows supervisors and users to
remotely start and stop the generator set.

Note: Supervisor-level access is required to reset faults

and maintenance records.

The command to perform the requested operation is

sent immediately when a button on this window is
pressed. Pressing the Close button does not send
commands to the generator set.

For remote starting and stopping, the generator set

master switch must be in the AUTO position. To start the
generator set from the computer, type the desired
engine run time in hours:minutes into the box provided
and click on the Set Run Time button. Then click on the Figure 3-17 Remote Maintenance Setup Window
Start Engine button to send the engine start signal to the (manual operation)

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3.15 Relay Driver Outputs (RDO) The Set Points radio buttons are enabled when the user
selects an analog input for assignment to the RDO.
Select high or low warnings or shutdowns.
3.15.1 RDO Summary
The window will also allow the user to turn a Software
Use this window to view the controller’s relay driver
Controlled RDO (SCRDO) on or off. The Software
output (RDO) settings. Controlled RDO ON checkbox is active for SCRDOs
1--4.
Double click on any line to open the setup window for
that RDO only.
Enabling NFPA-110 defaults (see Figure 3-15,
generator info setup), sets selected RDOs to default
3.15.2 RDO Setup values. These RDOs cannot be changed from the RDO
Setup Screen when NFPA-110 defaults are enabled.
This window allows the user to set up a single Relay
Driver Output (RDO). Click on OK to save changes, or Cancel to discard
changes.

Figure 3-18 RDO Summary Display Window

Figure 3-19 RDO Setup Window

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3.16 System Info 3.17 Time Delays

3.16.1 System Info Display 3.17.1 Time Delay Display

Use this window to display the system information Use this window to view the controller’s time delay
strings and serial numbers. The top three items are settings in minutes:seconds. The maximum crank
user-defined and can be changed through the setup cycles is shown in number of crank attempts.
window. All other information in this window is
factory-set and cannot be changed through Monitor III. Double click anywhere on the window to open the setup
window.

Figure 3-22 Time Delay Display Window

Figure 3-20 System Info Display Window 3.17.2 Time Delay Setup
Use this window to change the controller’s time delay
3.16.2 System Info Setup settings. Type in the desired settings in
minutes:seconds. The setting must be within the range
Double click anywhere on the System Info data window shown directly to the right of each box.
to open the setup window.
For Max. Crank Cycles, type in the maximum number of
Create your own descriptions to identify the generator starting attempts (from 1 to 6) to allow before shutting
set by name, location, and load description. Type in the down on an overcrank fault.
descriptions and click on OK. These descriptions will be
used in the System Info Display window to identify the Click on the OK button to enter the new settings and
generator set. close the window. Clicking on Cancel closes the window
without changing the settings.

Figure 3-21 System Info Setup Window

Figure 3-23 Time Delay Setup Window

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3.18 Trip Points example, in Figure 3-25, for the over voltage trip point
the user has typed 116% of the nominal voltage. The
application has displayed 556 V for the resulting value.
3.18.1 Trip Point Display The resulting values are for reference and not sent to the
This window displays the controller’s trip points. Note controller.
that some trip points are displayed as both % of the rated Click on the OK button to enter the new settings and
or nominal value and as the resulting actual value with close the window. Clicking on Cancel closes the window
units. Overspeed is displayed in both output Hz and
without changing the settings.
engine speed in RPM.

3.18.2 Trip Point Setup

Double click anywhere in the trip point data window to
open the setup window.

Use this window to change the controller’s trip point

settings. Type in the Load Shed Output and Voltage and
Frequency trip points as percentage of the rated or
nominal value. The values entered must be within the
range shown directly to the right of each box. See
Figure 3-25.

When the user enters a number in the text boxes, the Figure 3-24 Trip Point Display Window
resulting value is displayed in the far right column. For

Figure 3-25 Trip Point Setup Window

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 Section 4 Decision-Maker 3000 Generator Set Controller

4.1 Introduction 4.3 Data Windows

Monitor III can be used to monitor system status and Select Window→New Window to open the Add Window
view system information. With the screen. Select the generator set/controller from the list
Decision-Makerr 3000 controller, Monitor III can be on the left. Figure 4-3 illustrates the list of data windows
used for monitoring only. available for this controller.

Controller firmware version 2.08 or higher is required. There are no setup windows available for this controller.
The firmware version number is displayed in the
controller’s overview menu. Use Kohler SiteTecht
software to update the firmware, if necessary. See
TP-6701, SiteTech Software Operation Manual, for
more information.

G6-100

Figure 4-1 Decision-Makerr 3000 Controller

4.2 Controller Connection and

Setup
Use a Modbus/Ethernet converter to connect the
controller to the PC or network and configure the Figure 4-3 Add Window
controller for communications. Refer to TT-1405,
provided with the Monitor III software kit, for controller
connection and setup information.

The Decision-Makerr 3000 controller default Modbus

parameter settings are shown in Figure 4-2. Use Kohler
SiteTech software to change these settings, if
necessary. See TP-6701, SiteTech Software Operation
Manual, for instructions.

Modbus Parameter Default Setting

Baud rate 19200
Modbus address 1

Figure 4-2 Modbus Settings (default)

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4.4 Data Window Summary Table
Data Window Item Notes
Electrical Total kVA
Information Total kW
% of Rated kW
Voltage L1 -- L2
Voltage L2 -- L3 Line-to-line voltage, VAC
Voltage L3 -- L1
Voltage L1 -- L0
Voltage L2 -- L0 Line-to-neutral voltage, VAC
Voltage L3 -- L0
Current L1
Current L2 Amps
Current L3
Frequency Hz
Engine Info Engine Speed RPM. Analog-type display.
Coolant Temperature _C/_F. Analog-type display. ECM-equipped
engines only.
Oil Pressure PSI/kPa. Analog-type display. ECM-equipped
engines only.
Battery Voltage VDC. Analog-type display. ECM-equipped
engines only.
ECM Battery Voltage VDC. Analog-type display. ECM-equipped
engines only.
Generator Genset Rating kW
Information Nominal Voltage System voltage, VAC
Nominal Current Amps
Nominal Frequency System frequency, Hz
Nominal Battery Voltage VDC
Phases 1 or 3
Connection Single-phase, single-phase dogleg, 3-phase
wye, or 3-phase delta
Alarm Silence Always Always or Auto only
Total Energy Delivered kW--hours
System Info Genset Model No.
Genset Spec. No.
Genset Serial No.
Alternator Part No.
Engine Model No.
Engine Part No.
Engine Serial No.
Software Version No.

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4.5 System Information 4.7 Engine Info
This window displays available engine information.

For engines not equipped with ECMs, only engine

speed will be shown.

Figure 4-4 System Information

4.6 Electrical Information

Figure 4-6 Engine Information

4.8 Generator Information

Figure 4-5 Electrical Information

Figure 4-7 Generator Information

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 Section 5 Decision-Maker 3+ (16-Light) Generator Set Controller

5.1 Introduction 5.2 Controller Connection and

Decision-Maker 3+ 16-Light Generator Set Controllers
Setup
equipped with red (GM28725) or blue (GM64497) main Connect the controller to the PC or network and
logic boards and communication module board configure the controller for communications. Refer to
GM47242 or GM49791--1 can be used with Monitor III. TT-1405, provided with the Monitor III software kit, for
The controller communicates at 19200 baud rate. controller connection and setup information.
The communication board is required for Modbusr
communication with this controller. The 5.3 Data Windows
communications board is available either
factory-installed or as a field-installed kit. See the Select Window→New Window to open the Add Window
instruction sheet provided with the kit for instructions to screen. Select the generator set/controller from the list
install and connect the board. A typical communication on the left. Figure 5-3 illustrates the list of data windows
board is shown in Figure 5-2. available for this controller.

Note: Board GM49791--2 circuit board provides gauge The Manual Operations window allows remote starting
drivers only and does not provide communication and stopping of the generator set and resetting faults.
for Monitor III. Use GM49791--1. User or supervisor access is required to perform Manual
Operations.

There are no setup windows available for this controller.

Figure 5-1 Decision-Makert 3+ 16-Light Generator

Set Controller

Figure 5-3 Add Window

tp6113

Figure 5-2 Communications Board

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5.4 Data Window Summary Table
Data Window Item Notes
ECM Info Engine Communication Protocol J1939
MTU
MTU with VSG (variable speed governor)
DC Voltage at ECM Analog-type display. Engine starting battery
voltage as detected at the ECM
ECM Hours of Operation Hours of operation for the engine
ECM Fault Code Engine-specific. Refer to the generator set
controller Operation Manual for the engine
documentation part numbers
Not ECM Equipped Displayed for engines that are not equipped with
engine control modules (ECM)
Engine Info Engine Speed RPM. Analog-type display. Shown for all
engines
Coolant Temperature _C/_F. Analog-type display. Shown for
Fuel Temperature ECM-equipped engines only
Charge Air Temperature
Oil Pressure PSI/kPa. Analog-type display. Shown for
Fuel Pressure ECM-equipped engines only
Charge Air Pressure
Manual Start Engine Buttons. Read and follow the Safety
Operations Stop Engine Precautions in the generator set Operation
Manual.
Reset Faults
DIP Switch Overspeed 60 Hz or 70 Hz overspeed
Settings Temperature Cooldown Enabled/disabled
Crank Mode Continuous/cyclic
Engine Non-ECM, DDC/MTU, J1939 equipped, or MTU
with VSG
Status Controller Application Locked Rotor
Program Version Number
Run Mode No AC Voltage
Generator Running Speed Sensor Fault
System Ready Intermittent Speed Sensor
Lost ECM Comms Air Damper Switch
Common Fault Low Fuel
High Coolant Temperature High Battery Voltage
Low Coolant Temperature Low Battery Voltage
Low Oil Pressure Battery Charger
Not In Auto ATS Emergency On
Emergency Stop User Input #1
Master Switch Error User Input #2
Overcrank ECM Red Alarm
Overspeed ECM Yellow Alarm

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5.5 DIP Switch Settings
Use this window to view the controller’s DIP switch
settings.

The wording will change to indicate the switch position:

D 50 Hz UNIT/60 Hz OVERSPEED or
60 Hz UNIT/70 Hz OVERSPEED

D TEMP. COOLDOWN ENABLED or

TEMP. COOLDOWN DISABLED

D CONTINUOUS CRANK MODE or

CYCLIC CRANK MODE

D NON-ECM ENGINE,
DDC/MTU ENGINE,
J1939 EQUIPPED ENGINE, or
MTU with VSG ENGINE

Figure 5-4 DIP Switch Settings Window

(display only)
Figure 5-5 ECM Info Display Window
5.6 ECM Info (for engines equipped with ECMs)

This window displays engine control module (ECM)

information available to the controller. See Figure 5-5.

ECM fault codes are published in the engine

documentation. To interpret an ECM fault code, refer to
the engine documentation supplied with the generator
set or contact your distributor.

Some generator set models are equipped with engine

ECMs that do not communicate with the generator set
controller over CANbus. The message NOT ECM
EQUIPPED appears if the generator set is not equipped Figure 5-6 ECM Info Display Window
with an ECM or if the ECM does not communicate with (for models without ECMs or CANbus
the generator set controller over CANbus. See communication)
Figure 5-6.

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5.7 Engine Info
This window displays available engine information.

For engines not equipped with ECMs, only engine

speed will be shown. See Figure 5-7.

Information available from engines equipped with

engine control modules (ECMs) is displayed as shown
in Figure 5-8.

Figure 5-7 Engine Info (non-ECM engines)

Figure 5-8 Engine Info Window (engines equipped with ECMs)

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5.8 Manual Operations This window allows remote starting and stopping of the
generator set. See Figure 5-9. Position the cursor on
the Start Engine or Stop Engine button and click.
WARNING
Supervisor-level access is required in order to reset
faults remotely using the Reset Faults button. Be sure to
identify and correct the cause of any fault.

Accidental starting.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect the battery cables before
working on the generator set.
Remove the negative (--) lead first
when disconnecting the battery.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last
when reconnecting the battery.

Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can

cause severe injury or death. Before working on the
generator set or connected equipment, disable the generator
set as follows: (1) Move the generator set master switch to the
OFF position. (2) Disconnect the power to the battery charger.
(3) Remove the battery cables, negative (--) lead first.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last when reconnecting the
battery. Follow these precautions to prevent starting of the
generator set by an automatic transfer switch, remote
start/stop switch, or engine start command from a remote Figure 5-9 Manual Operations Window
computer.

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5.9 Status The window also displays the code version of the
controller firmware in the upper right corner.
The status window displays the overall status of the
controller using red, green, and yellow indicators. See Lost ECM Comms, ECM Red Alarm, and ECM Yellow
Figure 5-10. Typically: Alarm indications are disabled for generator sets not
equipped with ECMs.
D Green indicates systems are functional

D Yellow indicates a warning

D Red indicates a fault or shutdown.

Figure 5-10 Status Window (display only)

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 Section 6 Decision-Maker 340 Generator Set Controller

6.1 Introduction instructions provided with the converter module kit to

install and connect the module. Use the DIP switches on
Monitor III can be used to monitor system status, view the converter module to assign a unique address to the
settings, start or stop the generator set, and reset faults. controller.

Note: Use a unique address for each device in a

network. Use numbers between 1 and 247.
Do not use 0 (zero).

Connect the controller to the PC or network and

configure the controller for communications. Refer to
TT-1405 for connection diagrams and controller setup
information.

6.3 Data Windows

# Select Window→New Window to open the Add Window
screen. Select the generator set/controller from the list
Figure 6-1 Decision-Makert 340 Generator Set
on the left. Figure 6-2 illustrates the list of data windows
Controller
available for this controller.

The Manual Operations window allows remote starting

6.2 Controller Connection and and stopping of the generator set and resetting faults.
Setup User or supervisor access is required to perform Manual
Operations.
WARNING There are no setup windows available for this controller.
Settings can be changed through the controller keypad.
Refer to the controller operation manual for instructions.
See the List of Related Literature for the document part
number.
Accidental starting.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect the battery cables before
working on the generator set.
Remove the negative (--) lead first
when disconnecting the battery.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last
when reconnecting the battery.

Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can

cause severe injury or death. Before working on the
generator set or connected equipment, disable the generator
set as follows: (1) Move the generator set master switch to the
OFF position. (2) Disconnect the power to the battery charger.
(3) Remove the battery cables, negative (--) lead first.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last when reconnecting the
battery. Follow these precautions to prevent starting of the
generator set by an automatic transfer switch, remote
start/stop switch, or engine start command from a remote Figure 6-2 Add Window Screen
computer.

The Decision-Makert 340 controller must be equipped

with a KBUS to Modbusr converter module. Refer to the

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6.4 Data Window Summary Table
Data Window Item Item Description
Auxiliary Inputs Description
Inhibit Time Time in seconds after engine start before time delay begins counting.
Delay Time Time in seconds after initial detection of fault condition before warning or
shutdown occurs.
Common Faults Common Faults 1--6.
See Section 6.6 to interpret fault codes.
Electrical Info Line-to-Line Voltage L1--L2, L2--L3, L3--L1
Line-to-Neutral Voltage L1--L0, L2--L0, L3--L0
Line Current L1, L2, L3
Frequency Actual, Hz
Power Factor
Total kW Actual, kW
Power Level %
History Time Loaded Total and Since Last Maintenance
TIme Unloaded
Energy Delivered
Days of Operation
Number of Starts
Last Maintenance Date Month/date/year of last maintenance record reset
(reset through controller keypad)
System Start Date Month/date/year
History, Last Run Start Date
continued Start Time
Run Time
Shutdown History Date
Description (Code)
Manual Timed Run Engine Run Time, from 1 minute to 72 hours
Operations Set Run Time Button.
Note: Clicking on the set run time button with any engine run time other than
0:00 will cause the engine to start.
Reset Faults Button
RDO RDO1--10 Relay driver outputs.
See Section 6.10 to interpret the displayed codes.
System Info Genset Name
Location
Description
Model No. Factory-set
Specification No.
Genset Serial No.
Controller Serial No.
Device ID
System Switch Position
Summary Generator Status
Programming Mode
Genset Rating Factory-set ratings
Nominal Voltage
Nominal Frequency
Nominal Battery Voltage
Status

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Data Window Item Item Description
Time Delays Engine Start Minutes: seconds
Engine Cooldown
Overvoltage
Undervoltage
Starting Aid
Crank On
Crank Pause
Max. Crank Cycles Number of starting attempts before overcrank shutdown
Trip Points Overvoltage Displayed in % of nominal and in volts
Undervoltage
Overfrequency Displayed in % of nominal and in Hz
Underfrequency
Overspeed Displayed in Hz and RPM
High Battery Voltage VDC
Low Battery Voltage

6.5 Auxiliary Inputs Descriptions are optional and will appear if a description
was previously entered using Monitor II software.
The Auxiliary Inputs window displays the description,
inhibit time, and delay time for each input and indicates Time delays and inhibit times are set through Menu 4
whether the input triggers a warning or a shutdown. using the controller keypad. Warnings and shutdowns
are set through Menu 5.

Figure 6-3 Auxiliary Inputs Window

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6.6 Common Faults Common Fault
Description
Fault Code
The fault codes shown in Figure 6-5 are displayed to 1 Air Damper
indicate the fault conditions. This information 2 Over Voltage
corresponds to the items displayed in controller Menu 5. 4 Under Voltage
8 Underfrequency Shutdown
Each common fault output can indicate up to 8 fault 1
16 Low Coolant Level
conditions. The codes for multiple fault conditions are 32 High Oil Temperature
added together. For example, in Figure 6-4, an
64 Auxiliary 1
underfrequnecy shutdown (code 8) and an Auxiliary 2
128 Auxiliary 2
fault (code 128) combine to give a fault code of 136
1 Auxiliary 3
displayed for Common Fault 1.
2 Auxiliary 4
4 Locked Rotor
8 Internal Error
2
16 EPS Supplying
32 Speed Sensor
64 Load Shed
128 kW Overload
1 Underfrequency Warning
2 High Battery Voltage
4 Temp Signal Loss
8 Oil Pres Signal Loss
3
16 Ground Fault Detected
Figure 6-4 Common Faults Window 32 Over Current
64 TDEC Running
128 TDES Running
1 Generator Running
2 NFPA 110 Common Alarm
4 Starting Aid
8 Low Oil Pressure
4
16 High Coolant Temperature
32 Over Crank
64 Over Speed
128 Emergency Stop
1 Not In Auto
2 System Ready
4 Low Battery Voltage
8 Battery Charger Fault
5
16 Low Fuel
32 High Coolant Temperature Warning
64 Low Oil Pressure Warning
128 Low Coolant Temperature
1 Weak Battery
2 Load Shed Under Frequency
6 4 Load Shed Excess kW
8 Low AC Output
16 Over Frequency Shutdown
Figure 6-5 Common Fault Codes

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6.7 Electrical Info 6.8 History
The Electrical Info window displays information about The History window displays information about the
the power delivered by the generator set. This generator set operaton and the date of the last
information corresponds to the items displayed in maintenance record reset. The items in this window
Menu 1 on the controller. See the controller Operation correspond to the items in controller Menu 2.
Manual for more information.
Reset maintenance records using the controller keypad,
The Power Level is the % Max kW. Menu 2.

Figure 6-7 History Window

Figure 6-6 Electrical Info Window

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6.9 Manual Operations Supervisor-level access is require in order to reset faults
remotely using the Reset Faults button. Clicking the
Reset Faults button resets the controller and silences
WARNING the alarm. It has the same effect as momentarily moving
the generator set master switch to the Off/Reset
position.

The engine start and run time functions are also

accessible using the controller keypad in Menu 7.
Accidental starting.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect the battery cables before
working on the generator set.
Remove the negative (--) lead first
when disconnecting the battery.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last
when reconnecting the battery.

Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can

cause severe injury or death. Before working on the
generator set or connected equipment, disable the generator
set as follows: (1) Move the generator set master switch to the
OFF position. (2) Disconnect the power to the battery charger.
(3) Remove the battery cables, negative (--) lead first.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last when reconnecting the
battery. Follow these precautions to prevent starting of the
generator set by an automatic transfer switch, remote
start/stop switch, or engine start command from a remote
computer.

This window allows remote starting and stopping of the

generator set. It also allows all faults to be reset Figure 6-8 Manual Operations Window
remotely.

Enter the desired engine run time, from 1 minute to

72 hours, in hours:minutes. Clicking on the Set Run
Time button starts the engine if the Engine run time
is not zero (00:00). To stop the engine, enter zero
(00:00) in the Engien Run Time box and click on the Set
Run Time button.

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6.10 Relay Driver Outputs (RDO) Code Message Summary
26 NFPA 110 Common Alarm
The Relay Driver Outputs window displays codes that 27 Starting Aid
identify the function assigned to each relay driver
28 Low Oil Pressure
output. For example, the window showed in Figure 6-9
29 High Coolant Temperature
shows that the Underfrequency Shutdown is assigned
30 Overcrank
to RDO 01. See Figure 6-10 for RDO codes.
31 Overspeed
Relay Outputs are assigned using the controller keypad, 32 Emergency Stop
Menu 5. 33 Not In Auto
34 System Ready
35 Low Battery Voltage
36 Battery Charger Fault
37 Low Fuel
38 High Coolant Temperature Warning
39 Low Oil Pressure Warning
40 Low Coolant Temperature
41 Weak Battery
42 Load Shed Underfrequency
43 Load Shed Excess kW
44 Low AC Output
45 Overvoltage L1-L2
46 Overvoltage L2-L3
47 Overvoltage L3-L1
48 Overvoltage L1-L0
49 Overvoltage L2-L0
50 Overvoltage L3-L0
Figure 6-9 Relay Driver Outputs Window 51 Undervoltage L1-L2
52 Undervoltage L2-L3
Code Message Summary 53 Undervoltage L3-L1
0 Defined Common Fault 54 Undervoltage L1-L0
1 Air Damper 55 Undervoltage L2-L0
2 Over Voltage 56 Undervoltage L3-L0
3 Under Voltage 57 Master Switch Open (OFF/RESET)
4 Under Frequency Shutdown 58 Power-Down Error
5 Low Coolant Level 59 Overfrequency Shutdown
6 High Oil Temperature
Figure 6-10 RDO Codes
7 Auxiliary 1
8 Auxiliary 2
9 Auxiliary 3
10 Auxiliary 4
11 Locked Rotor
12 Internal Error
13 EPS Supplying Load
14 Speed Sensor Fault
15 Load Shed
16 kW Overload
17 Under Frequency Warning
18 High Battery Voltage
19 Coolant Temperature Signal Loss
20 Oil Pressure Signal Loss
21 Ground Fault Detected
22 Over Current
23 Engine Cooldown
24 Time Delay Engine Start
25 Generator Running

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6.11 System Info 6.13 Time Delays
The system Info window displays the generator set The Time Delay window displays the time delays and
information shown in Figure 6-11. The Genset Name, maximum number of crank cycles set using the
Location, and Load Description are optional and will be controller keypad through Menu 4. See Figure 6-13.
displayed if descriptions were previously entered using
Monitor II software. The model number, specification
number, and serial numbers are factory-set.

Figure 6-13 Time Delay Window

Figure 6-11 System Info Window

6.14 Trip Points

6.12 System Summary
Trip points are set through Menu 6 using the controller
The System Summary Window is shown in Figure 6-12. keypad. Trip points are set as a % of the nominal system
voltage or frequency. The software calulates the
Switch Position indicates the position of the generator resulting value in Volts or Hz and displays it to the right of
set master switch: Run, Off/Rest, Auto, or Unknown. the setting. The overspeed setting is displayed in both
Generator Status indicates whether the generator set Hz and RPM (engine speed). See Figure 6-14.
engine is cranking, running, or stopped. Programming
mode can be Local, Remote, or Off. See controller
Menu 11.

Generator set rating information corresponds to the

information from Menu 6.

Status indicates the system status.

Figure 6-14 Trip Points Window

Figure 6-12 System Summary Window

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 Section 7 MPAC 1500 ATS Controller

7.1 Introduction labeled with the version number to distinguish them

from earlier versions of the software.
The Monitor III Program allows viewing and adjustment
of selected settings for transfer switches equipped with
the MPACt 1500 automatic transfer switch controller. 7.3 Controller Connection and
Use the software to: Setup
D View and adjust: Connect the controller to the PC or network using
RS-485 or Ethernet connections and configure the
D Source parameters
controller for communications. Refer to the ATS
D Time delays Operation and Installation Manual for controller
D Voltage and frequency trip points connection and communications setup instructions.
D Exerciser settings
D Date and time
7.4 Data Windows
D Common alarms
D Audible alarms The following sections describe data and setup
D Load control settings and time delays windows. Select Window>New Window and select an
item from the list to create a data window. See
D Start and stop a system test, exercise, or peak shave Figure 7-1.
sequence
To open a setup window, first create the associated data
D Transfer to the OFF position (programmed-transition window and click on it to activate it. Then double-click on
models only) the active data window or choose Window>Setup to
create the setup window. Refer to Section 2.10, WIndow
D Assign programmable inputs and outputs
Menu, for more information about creating and working
with setup windows.
D Toggle Modbusr-controlled relay outputs
A summary table in Section 7.5 lists all of the items
D View only:
contained in each window, and indicates whether each
D System status item is included in both the display and setup windows.
D Active time delays Use the table as a guide to identify the location of
individual settings, time delays, or other parameters.
D Current (current sensing accessory required)
D DIP switch settings
D Event history
D Maintenance records
D Input and output status

Be sure to have a copy of TP-6714, MPACt 1500

Controller Operation Manual, available for reference
while using Monitor III.

7.2 Software Versions

Monitor III Version 3.0.0 includes new features for
transfer switches with MPACt 1500 controller
application code version 2.0.0 or higher, including the
closed-transition model KCC/KBC and service entrance
Model KEP transfer switches. In the following sections,
screens that have been changed in version 3.0.0 are Figure 7-1 Add Window Form

Modbusr is a registered trademark of Schneider Electric.

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7.5 Data Window Summary
Window Display Setup Item Notes
Active Time n Name of active time delay See Section 7.6, Active Time Delay.
Delay n Time remaining, seconds
n Percent time delay elapsed
n Elapsed time graphic display
n End Delay Button ends an active time delay.
Does not end programmed-transition time delays or
an exercise run.
See Section 7.6, Active Time Delay.
Common n Common Alarms, Assigned Lists events that are assigned as common faults.
Alarms Events 1 and 2
n Common Alarms 1 and 2, Use setup to choose common faults from a list of all
Available and Assigned available events.
Events
n Audible Alarm Events Lists events that are assigned to the audible alarm.
Alarm module accessory required for audible alarm
horn.
n Audible Alarms, Available and Use setup to assign the audible alarm to selected
Assigned Events events or fault conditions.
Date/Time n n Date Does not necessarily match the PC’s date.
Can synch with PC.
Daylight Savings Time feature available.
n n Time Does not necessarily match the PC clock.
Can synch with PC.
n Synchronize with Computer Select button to set time and date to match the PC
system clock.
n Daylight Saving Time Check box to select DST and date boxes to set clock
ahead and back.
DIP Switch n Password Enabled/Disabled Displays the positions of the controller DIP switches.
Settings n Maintenance/Run Mode
n Switch 3 position Switches 3 and 4 are not used at this time.
n Switch 4 position
Event History n Lost Preferred Source Displays time, date, and duration of last occurrence
n Other Events Displays up to 100 events
Clear History Disabled in the Monitor III Program
n Save History Button
Event History n Starting Event Allows the operator to view events for a selected
View Ending Event time period and save them to a file on the computer.
Get Events button
Save History button
* Distributor-level password is required in order to change these settings. These settings should be changed only if the controller is
replaced in the field.
[ Factory set only.
w Monitor III version 3.0.0.or higher

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Window Display Setup Item Notes
Exerciser n Event Number See Section 8.10, Exerciser.
Calendar n n Next Start Date
n n Start Time
n n Run Time (hr:min)
n n Loaded (Unloaded)
n n Exercise Interval
n Repeat Rate
Load Control n n Disconnect Time Separate time delays for disconnect before transfer
and reconnect after transfer.
n n Reconnect Time Separate time delays for transfers from Source N to
E and from Source E to N.
n n Mode w None, Time-Based, or Current-Based.
Separate settings for Source 1 and Source 2.
n n Loads to Add Select from 1 to 9 loads.
n n Add Load (amps) w For current-based load control only. See TP--6714,
n n Remove Load (amps) w MPAC 1500 Controller Operation Manual for
instructions.
n n Enable Status w
n n Add Priority w
n n Remove Priority w
n n Add Time w
n n Remove Time w
Maintenance n Not in Preferred Hours, total and since last reset.
n In Standby
n Operation Time Total and since last reset.
n Switch Transfers
n Lost Preferred Source
n Failures to Transfer
n System Start Date Month/Day/Year; factory setting.
n Last Maintenance Reset Date Month/Day/Year.
n Transfer Time N to E Milliseconds (mS); factory setting.
n Transfer Time E to N
n Transfer Time N to Open w
n Transfer Time E to Open w
n Transfer Time N to Close w
n Transfer Time E to Close w
n Closed-Transition Parallel
Time w
n Reset Maintenance Records Resets time since last maintenance to zero.
n System Start Date Distributor-level password required to change.
* Distributor-level password is required in order to change these settings. These settings should be changed only if the controller is
replaced in the field.
[ Factory set only.
w Monitor III version 3.0.0.or higher

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Window Display Setup Item Notes
Manual n Peak Shave Start/Stop Disabled if maintenance DIP switch is set to ON.
Operation Button
n System Test: Loaded, Disabled if maintenance DIP switch is set to ON.
Unloaded, Sync Check, and
Auto-Load Start/Stop Button
n Auto Test Time Duration of auto--load test, 1--60 minutes.
n Programmed Transition Forces transfer to OFF from Emergency position
Transfer to Off / Resume only.
Normal Ops Button Disabled in standard-transition models or if
maintenance DIP switch is set to inhibit transfer
n Prime Power w Source 1 and Source 2 duration, and start/stop
button for prime power sequence. Count Down
shows time remaining on the currently operating
generator set.
Requires gen-gen mode of operation. Not available
for service entrance models.
Programmable n n Programmable Inputs 1, 2 Main logic board input and output function
Input/Output n n Programmable Outputs 1, 2 assignments.
n n I/O Module Address Input/output module input and output function
n n Inputs 1, 2 assignments.
n n Outputs 1--6 Outputs 1--6 for standard modules, 1--3 for high
power modules.
n Alarm Option Module Displays status of alarm module, if installed.
Remote I/O n Modbusr-Controlled Relay Buttons 1 through 4 to toggle relay outputs on or off.
Outputs
n Remotely Monitored Inputs Displays status of remotely monitored inputs.
Input/Output n Inputs 1, 2 Displays the status of main logic board and I/O
State module inputs and outputs. Indicator is green when
input or output is active.
n Outputs 1--6 Outputs 1--2 for main logic board, 1--6 for standard
modules, and 1--3 for high power modules.
Setpoints-- n n Overfreq Dropout See Section 7.19, Setpoints-Frequency.
Frequency n n Overfreq Pickup Displays setting in % and resulting frequency in Hz.
n n Underfreq Dropout
n n Underfreq Pickup
n n Freq Dropout Time
Setpoints-- n n Overvoltage Dropout See Section 7.20, Setpoints-Voltage.
Voltage n n Overvoltage Pickup Displays setting in % and resulting voltage.
n n Undervoltage Dropout See Section 7.20, Setpoints-Voltage.
n n Undervoltage Pickup Displays setting in % and resulting voltage.
n n Voltage Debounce Time
* Distributor-level password is required in order to change these settings. These settings should be changed only if the controller is
replaced in the field.
[ Factory set only.
w Monitor III version 3.0.0.or higher

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Window Display Setup Item Notes
Site Overview n Address Network address, read from the ATS controller
n Description The ATS description, entered in the Device Form.
See Section 2.5.2.
n Status Displays ATS status. Flashes red to indicate a fault
condition.
n Position Shows the transfer switch position and also uses
colors for quick switch position identification:
Normal position = green
Off position = yellow
Emergency position = red
n Normal Available An X in this column indicates that the Normal source
is available.
n Emergency Available An X in this column indicates that the Emergency
source is available.
Source Info n Voltage A--B Measured voltages, three-phase systems.
n Voltage B--C
n Voltage C--A
n Voltage A--N
n Voltage B--N
n Voltage C--N
n Voltage A--C Measured voltage, single-phase systems.
n Frequency Measured frequency.
n Actual Rotation ABC or CBA, three-phase systems.
n Phases Number of phases detected.
n Expected Rotation ABC or CBA, three-phase systems.
n System Voltage Nominal system voltage.
n System Frequency Nominal system frequency.
n Current Amps. Current sensing accessory required.
System n n Designation Enter unique descriptions to identify the transfer
Information n n Location switch and loads.
n n Load Branch
n n Load Description
n n ATS Serial No. * Factory-set. See footnote. *
n n Contactor Serial No. *
n [ Controller Serial No. [ Factory-set. Not adjustable in the field.
n Device ID
n Software Version Nos.
n MAC address
* Distributor-level password is required in order to change these settings. These settings should be changed only if the controller is
replaced in the field.
[ Factory set only.
w Monitor III version 3.0.0.or higher

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Window Display Setup Item Notes
System n System State See Section 7.23, System Summary.
Summary n Contactor Position N, E, or OFF (programmed-transition only).
n Preferred Source N or E.
n n Mode of Operation Generator Set to Utility, Utility to Utility, Generator
Set to Generator Set, or Utility-Gen-Gen for 3-source
systems.
n n Util to Gen-Gen Start Mode For 3-source systems only. Preferred first or both
together.
n Preferred Source Toggle For 3-source systems with Start Preferred First
selected.
n n Transition Mode * Open, Programmed, or Closed Transition *
n n Service Entrance Type w None, Insulated Case (ICCB), or Molded Case
(MCCB)
n n Rated Current Amps.
n Preferred Source Available Indicator is green when source is available.
n Standby Source Available Indicator is green when source is available.
n Ext. Eng. Time Delay Extended Engine Time Delay: Enabled (requires
external battery supply; see Section 7.23) or
Disabled.
n n Commit to Transfer Enabled or disabled indicator.
n n Peak Shave Delay Bypass Enabled or disabled indicator.
n n Loaded Remote Test Indicator is green if loaded test is enabled.
n n In-Phase Monitor Enabled Indicator is green if in phase monitor is enabled.
[Angle] Angle --20 to 20 degrees, leading or lagging.
n [ Supervised Transfer Mode [ Automatic Override or Non-Automatic. [
n Supervised Transfer Switch Auto or Manual.
Position
n n Closed-Program Transition Auto Override or Manual Override. *
Override Mode *w
n n Synchronous Closed Phase angle differential, voltage differential, and
Transition w frequency differential for closed-transition source
synchronization.
Time Delays n n Source N Engine Start See Section 7.24, Time Delays.
n n Source E Engine Start
n n Preferred to Standby
n n Standby to Preferred
n n Source N Engine Cooldown
n n Source E Engine Cooldown
n n Fail to Acquire Standby
n n Fail to Acquire Preferred
n n In-Phase Transfer Failure
n n Off to Standby Programmed-transition models only.
n n Off to Preferred
* Distributor-level password is required in order to change these settings. These settings should be changed only if the controller is
replaced in the field.
[ Factory set only.
w Monitor III version 3.0.0.or higher.

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7.6 Active Time Delay 7.7 Common and Audible Alarms
The Active Time Delay window displays the name of the Use the Common Alarms windows to assign and view
time delay that is currently being executed, the amount the events assigned to the controller’s common alarms
of time remaining for that delay, and the percent time 1 and 2 and audible alarm. Any fault condition assigned
elapsed. The bar shows the progression of the time to the Common Alarm triggers the Common Alarm
delay as it runs. See Figure 7-2. programmable output. See Section 8.15.4,
Programmable Outputs, for more information about
programmable outputs.

Conditions assigned to the audible alarm trigger the

alarm horn. The Alarm Module accessory is required for
audible alarms.

7.7.1 Common Alarms Data Window

This window displays the events that are assigned to the
Figure 7-2 Active Time Delay Display controller’s common alarm. See Figure 7-3 for an
example of the Common Alarms Display window with a
Supervisor-level access is required in order to use the number of assigned events.
End Delay button. Clicking on the End Delay button
ends only the active time delay. Subsequent
programmed time delays will start and run until
completion or until the End Delay button is activated for
each delay.

The End Delay button will not end an exercise or a

programmed-transition (off-to-standby or off-to-preferred)
time delay.

Figure 7-3 Common Alarms Display

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7.7.2 Common and Audible Alarm To assign or remove a block of events, click on the first
Setup Windows event in the list, then hold down the Shift key and click on
the last event in the block. To select several individual
Double click on one of the three display windows shown events, hold down the control (Ctrl) key while clicking on
in Figure 7-3 to open the corresponding setup window. each event. Use the Add or Remove key to move all of
The common alarms setup window displays a list of all the highlighted events.
events that can be assigned as common alarms. See
Figure 7-4 and Figure 7-5. Select an event from the list Refer to the ATS Operation and Installation Manual for
and click on the Add button to assign it as a common or more information about common and audible alarms.
audible alarm. The event will move from the Available
window to the Assigned window. Use the Remove
button to remove an assigned event.

Figure 7-4 Common Alarm Setup

Figure 7-5 Audible Alarm Setup

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7.8 Date/Time Windows 7.8.3 Daylight Saving Time
View and set the controller’s time and date settings, or To set the system to automatically reset the clock for
set the controller’s clock to match the personal Daylight Saving Time, click in the Automatically adjust
computer’s (PC) clock. clock for daylight saving time box so that a check mark
appears. Enter the month, day, and week to set the
clock ahead in the spring and back in the fall.
7.8.1 Date/Time Display
The clock resets at 2 a.m. If an exercise is scheduled to
The Date/Time display shows the controller’s time and
begin between 2 and 3 a.m. on the day that the time
date settings. See Figure 7-6. changes, that exercise run will be missed.
The controller’s settings do not necessarily match those
of the PC. The setup window allows you to synchronize
the ATS clock with the computer clock, if desired.
7.9 DIP Switch Settings
The DIP switch settings window (see Figure 7-8)
displays the positions of the controller’s DIP switches:

D Setup password enabled or disabled

D Maintenance Switch: Maintenance or Run position
D Switches 3 and 4 are not used at this time
Figure 7-6 Date/Time Display

7.8.2 Date/Time Setup

Use the drop-down arrow to display a date list and click
on a date from the list to select it, or select Today at the
bottom of the calendar. Another way to enter the date is
to select the date, month, and year one item at a time
and type the current information into the date box. See
Figure 7-7. Click on the OK button or press Enter to Figure 7-8 DIP Switch Settings
enter the settings. The clock does not reset until OK is
entered.

Use the up and down arrows to set the time or click the
Synchronize with Computer button to set the controller’s
clock to match the PC’s time.

Figure 7-7 Date/Time Setup

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7.10 Event History Press the Save History button to save the event log in an
ASCII text file. The system allows the user to select the
The Event History window displays the time, date, and location to save the file.
duration of the last loss of the preferred source. The
window also displays all events in the controller’s event Supervisor-level access is required for the Clear History
log, with the time, date, and up to two other parameters operation. Pressing the Clear History button deletes the
associated with the event. The window displays up to events in the log.
100 events. See Figure 7-9.

The message EEPROM Access Warning may appear in

the event log. If the EEPROM warning message
appears repeatedly, call for service.

Figure 7-9 Event History Display

7.11 Event History View

The Event History View window allows the operator to
view events for a selected time period and save them to
a file.

Select the starting and ending dates of the desired time

period by clicking on the each Set button and then
selecting a date. The Number of Events parameter on
the screen will change to show the number of events
recorded during that time period.

To save the events to a file, click the Save History button.

A dialogue box opens. Select the location to save the file
and type in a name for the file. Click Save. The file will
be saved with the .log extension.

Figure 7-10 Event History View

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7.12 Exercise Calendar 7.12.1 Calendar Data Window
The Calendar Data Window (see Figure 7-11) shows
WARNING the following plant exerciser information. If an exercise
event is disabled, the line is grayed out.

D Event No.
D Start Date

Accidental starting. D Start Time

Can cause severe injury or death. D Run Time

Disconnect the battery cables before D Loaded or Unloaded

working on the generator set. D Exercise period/Interval
Remove the negative (--) lead first
when disconnecting the battery.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last 7.12.2 Calendar Setup Window
when reconnecting the battery.
Use the setup window to set up to 21 exerciser run
times, intervals, repeat rates, and loaded/unloaded
Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can condition. See Figure 7-12 for the Calendar Setup
cause severe injury or death. Before working on the window.
generator set or connected equipment, disable the generator
set as follows: (1) Move the generator set master switch to the Enabled or Disabled. Click on this box to enable or
OFF position. (2) Disconnect the power to the battery charger.
disable the exercise event. A check mark in the box
(3) Remove the battery cables, negative (--) lead first.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last when reconnecting the indicates that the event is enabled. An empty box
battery. Follow these precautions to prevent starting of the indicates that the event is disabled and will not run. The
generator set by an automatic transfer switch, remote event remains on the calendar so that it can be enabled
start/stop switch, or engine start command from a remote again at a later time.
computer.
Start Date. There are several ways to select the start
Use the calendar mode to plan up to 21 exercise events date. Clicking on the month or year reveals up and down
that repeat daily, weekly, or monthly, and choose arrows that allow you to step up or down to the desired
whether each event runs with or without load. month or year. Selecting the drop-down arrow to right of
the data entry box brings up a calendar. Click on the red
circle at the bottom to select the current day or use the
arrow buttons at the top of the calendar to step to the
desired month and then click on the desired start date.

Figure 7-11 Exercise Calendar Display

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Start Time. Click on the hour, minute, or AM/PM so that The Day of Month selection allows you to set the
the desired section is highlighted on the screen. Then exerciser to run on the same day every month. For
use the arrows to step to the desired hour, minute, or example, the exerciser can be set to run the first Sunday
AM/PM setting or type in the setting from the keyboard. of every month. Use caution with the Day of Month
selection. For example, selecting Day of Month on the
Run Time. This setting determines the duration of the 5th Friday of the month will cause the exerciser to run
exercise run. Run times over 60 minutes will be only during months that have five Fridays.
automatically converted to hours:minutes. The
maximum run time is 24 hours. Repeat Rate. The repeat rate and interval set the time
interval between exercise runs. For example, if Day is
Loaded or Unloaded. A check in the box in the Loaded selected in the interval column, and 5 is entered as the
column indicates a loaded exercise. If the box is not repeat rate, then the exercise will repeat every 5 days.
checked, the exercise will start and run the generator set Double-click inside the Repeat Rate data box to
without transferring the load. Click on the box to select highlight the contents, then type in a number between 1
or deselect it. and 12. Attempts to enter a number outside the
acceptable range cause the box to turn red. Values
Interval (daily, weekly, monthly, or the same day every outside the acceptable range are not accepted by the
month). This setting works with the repeat rate to set the program.
time interval between exercise runs.

Figure 7-12 Exercise Calendar Setup

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7.13 Load Control Load Control Display

Use the Load Control windows to view and adjust the The display window shows the pre- and post-transfer
settings for the load control outputs on the controller’s time delay settings in minutes:seconds.
main logic board and on the optional input/output
modules. See the transfer switch operation manual for
more detailed information about load control setup and
operation.

Two types of load control are available. Time-based

load control is available on all MPACt 1500 controllers.
Current-based load control is available on MPAC 1500
controllers with application code versions 2.0.0 and
higher. Version 3.0.0 of Monitor III software provides
display and setup windows for current-based load
control.

Note: The load control function requires the connection

and assignment of load control outputs as well as
the setup of the load control time delays. Refer to
the ATS Operation and Installation Manual for
more detailed information about the load control
function.

7.13.1 Load Control Setup, Monitor III

Versions Prior to 3.0.0 Figure 7-13 Load Control Display, Monitor III
Versions prior to 3.0.0
Monitor III versions prior to 3.0.0 allow display and setup
of time-based load control time delays.
Load Control Setup
Two time delay settings apply to each load control
output: the load disconnect time before transfer and the Use the Setup window to set the duration of each load
reconnect time after transfer. These time delays allow control time delay before and after transfer. Enter a time
selected loads to be disconnected and reconnected in between 0 seconds and 60 minutes (in
steps rather than all at once. Figure 7-13 shows the minutes:seconds) into each data entry box. Click OK to
Load Control Display window. save the settings or Cancel to exit the setup window
without saving the new settings. See Figure 7-14.
See Section 7.17, Programmable Input/Output, to assign
load control outputs to the main logic board and I/O
modules.

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Figure 7-14 Load Control Setup, Monitor III Versions prior to 3.0.0

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7.13.2 Load Control, Monitor III Version Settings that are not available for the selected load
3.0.0 and Higher control mode are gray on the setup screen and cannot
be modified. If None is selected for the load control
Time-based load control is available on all MPACt mode on one source, none of the output settings are
1500 controllers. Current-based load control is available for that source (all settings are gray).
available on MPAC 1500 controllers with application
code versions 2.0.0 and higher. Version 3.0.0 of Monitor See Section 7.17, Programmable Input/Output, to assign
III software includes display and setup windows for load control outputs to the main logic board and I/O
time-based and current-based load control. modules.

Note: See TP-6714, MPACt 1500 Controller

Operation Manual, for detailed information about
load control setup and operation.

Figure 7-15 Load Control Display, Monitor III Version 3.0.0 or Higher (showing current-based load control for
Source 1 and time-based load control for Source 2.)

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Figure 7-16 Load Control Setup, Monitor III Version 3.0.0 or Higher (showing current-based load control for
Source 1)

Figure 7-17 Load Control Setup, Monitor III Version 3.0.0 or Higher (showing time-based load control for
Source 2)
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7.14 Maintenance History

7.14.1 Maintenance History Data Window

The Maintenance Display window shows the totals and
the maintenance records since the last maintenance
reset for the items listed in Figure 7-21. See Figure 7-18
or Figure 7-19 for the Display window.

7.14.2 Setup Window

Double click on the Maintenance window to open the
Setup window shown in Figure 7-20. After performing
routine maintenance on the transfer switch, click on the
Reset Maintenance Records button to reset the time
since reset to zero. Click OK.

Use the System Start Date calendar to set the system

start date to the date of the transfer switch installation.
Click on Today at the bottom of the calendar page, or use
the arrow buttons to move to the desired month and then
Figure 7-19 Maintenance Display, versions 3.0.0 and
click on the date in the calendar. The distributor-level
higher
password is required to set the system start date.
Contact the Kohler Power Systems Service Department
to obtain the distributor password. Type the password
into the box and then click OK.

Figure 7-18 Maintenance Display, versions prior to

3.0.0

Figure 7-20 Reset Maintenance Records

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 Historical Data Types
Item Units Description
Time in Operation Minutes Minutes the switch has been under power since leaving the factory
In Standby Minutes Minutes the switch operated in the Emergency position
Hours Not in Preferred Minutes Minutes the switch operated in any position other than the preferred position
Switch Transfers — Number of transfers the switch has completed
Failure to Transfer — The number of time that the contactor failed to transfer when commanded
Lost Preferred Source — Number of times the switch has lost the preferred power source
System Startup Date — The date the system was first started on site
Last Maintenance Reset Date — Date of last maintenance record reset
Transfer time N to E mS Milliseconds (not adjustable)
Transfer time E to N mS Milliseconds (not adjustable)
Transfer time N to Open * mS Milliseconds (not adjustable)
Transfer time E to Open * mS Milliseconds (not adjustable)
Transfer time N to Close * mS Milliseconds (not adjustable)
Transfer time E to Close * mS Milliseconds (not adjustable)
Close Transfer Parallel Time * mS Milliseconds (not adjustable)
* Monitor III Version 3.0.0 and MPAC 1500 version 2.0.0 or higher.

Figure 7-21 Maintenance Records

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7.15 Manual Operation

WARNING

Accidental starting.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect the battery cables before
working on the generator set.
Remove the negative (--) lead first
when disconnecting the battery.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last
when reconnecting the battery.

Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can

cause severe injury or death. Before working on the
generator set or connected equipment, disable the generator
set as follows: (1) Move the generator set master switch to the
OFF position. (2) Disconnect the power to the battery charger.
(3) Remove the battery cables, negative (--) lead first. Figure 7-22 Manual Operation, prior to version 3.0.0
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last when reconnecting the
battery. Follow these precautions to prevent starting of the
generator set by an automatic transfer switch, remote
start/stop switch, or engine start command from a remote
computer.

The Manual Operation window (see Figure 7-22 or

Figure 7-23) includes the following items:

D Peak Shave Start/Stop buttons

D System Test Start/Stop buttons
D Unloaded
D Loaded
D Auto-Loaded with Test Time setting
D Unloaded Sync Check (version 3.0.0 or higher)
D Programmed-Transition Transfer to OFF button
D Prime Power (version 3.0.0 or higher)
D Duration
D Start/Stop

Note: A user logged on as Guest cannot access the

Manual Operation window.

Manual transfer operations are inhibited if the

Maintenance DIP switch is set to inhibit transfer.

Figure 7-23 Manual Operation, version 3.0.0 or

higher

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Peak Shave. Select the Start button to activate the peak power mode operation. See See Section 7.23, System
shave function and initiate peak shave operation. The Summary, to set the gen-gen mode. Prime power mode
ATS starts the standby generator set and transfers the is not available for service entrance model KEP transfer
load to the standby source until the peak shave input is switches.
deactivated through the software. Click on the Stop
button to transfer back to the preferred source and Prime power mode allows the load to alternate between
signal the generator set to stop. two generator sets. The source 1 generator set runs and
supplies the load for the duration time entered. Then the
Refer to the transfer switch operation and installation source 2 generator set starts, the load is transfered to
manual for more information about the Peak Shave source 2, and that generator set runs and supplies the
sequence of operation. load for the source 2 duration time. The load alternates
between the two sources until the prime power
Note: A peak shave input signal overrides the software sequence is stopped by the operator. Refer to TP-6714,
buttons. MPAC 1500 Controller Operation Manual, for more
information about the prime power sequence.
System Test. Use the software buttons to start or end a
loaded, unloaded, unloaded sync check Enter the duration time for each generator set. Click
(closed-transition models), or auto-loaded test. The Start to start a prime power sequence. Click Stop to end
Test button on the controller’s user interface remains the prime power sequence and return to standby
functional, so that a test started by the software can be operation. The prime power sequence can also be
ended by pressing the Test button on the user interface, started or stopped at the transfer switch controller.
and a test started by pressing the button on the user
interface can be ended by clicking on the Stop button in
the software.

See the ATS Operation/Installation Manual provided

with the transfer switch for more information about the
different types of tests. See TP-6714, MPACt 1500
Controller Operation Manual, for information about the
sync check for closed-transition models.

Note: A remote test input signal overrides the software

buttons.

Programmed Transition Transfer to OFF. The

programmed-transition Transfer to OFF button is
disabled if the transfer switch is not a
programmed-transition model. Select the Transfer to
OFF button to force the transfer switch from the
Emergency (Source E) position to the OFF position.
The switch then transfers to Source N if it is available.
The Transfer to OFF button does not function when the
transfer switch is in the normal (Source N) position.

Note: A forced transfer to OFF input signal overrides

the software buttons.

Select the Resume Normal Ops button to end the

Transfer to OFF function. The ATS will transfer to the
preferred source, if available, according to the controller
settings.

Refer to the ATS operation and installation manual for

more information about the Forced Transfer to OFF
(load shed) sequence of operation.

Prime Power. Monitor III version 3.0.0 includes the

prime power window. MPACt 1500 application code
version 2.0.0 is also required for prime power mode
operation. The ATS must be in gen-gen mode for prime

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7.16 Input/Output State through the Input/Output State window. The indicator is
gray when the input or output is not active and turns
Monitor the status of programmed inputs and outputs on green when the input or output is active.
the logic board and on optional input/output modules

Figure 7-24 I/O State

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7.17 Programmable Input/Output 7.17.1 Programmable Input/Output
Display Window
View and assign main logic board and programmable
I/O module input and output functions. Refer to the The Programmable Input/Output window shows which
transfer switch Operation and Installation Manual for I/O input and output functions are assigned to the controller
connection instructions and more information on main logic board input and output terminals and to the
programmable input and output functions. I/O module input and output terminals.

Note: Each programmable input and output requires a The I/O module address is set by the address DIP switch
connection to the transfer switch. Do not change settings on the I/O module. Use the address up and
the programmable input/output assignments down arrows to step through the addresses and view the
without verifying the transfer switch input and settings for each I/O module.
output connections.
Each standard I/O module has 2 programmable inputs
Note: A user logged on as Guest cannot change the and 6 programmable outputs. High-power modules
programmable input/output assignments. have 2 inputs and 3 outputs.

WARNING

Accidental starting.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect the battery cables before
working on the generator set.
Remove the negative (--) lead first
when disconnecting the battery.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last
when reconnecting the battery.

Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can

cause severe injury or death. Before working on the
generator set or connected equipment, disable the generator
set as follows: (1) Move the generator set master switch to the
OFF position. (2) Disconnect the power to the battery charger.
(3) Remove the battery cables, negative (--) lead first.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last when reconnecting the
battery. Follow these precautions to prevent starting of the
generator set by an automatic transfer switch, remote
start/stop switch, or engine start command from a remote
computer.
Module Address

Figure 7-25 Programmable Input/Output Display

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7.17.2 I/O Setup Window Input/Output Modules

Double click in the Programmable Input/Output display Each standard I/O module provides 2 programmable
window to open the setup window. Use the inputs and 6 programmable outputs. High-power
Programmable I/O Setup Window to assign input and modules have 2 inputs and 3 outputs. Monitor III reads
output functions to the main logic board and I/O module the module type from the controller and allows the
input and output terminals. See Figure 7-26. assignment of only 3 outputs for high-power modules.

Note: Be sure to check the address shown in the

Main Logic Board address box. See Figure 7-26. The address
The main logic board provides 2 programmable inputs resets to 1 each time the setup window is opened
and 2 programmable outputs. Use the Setup window to or the OK button is clicked. .
assign functions to the controller main logic board inputs
First select the address of the I/O module. Then use the
and output.
dropdown arrows to select a function for each input or
Note: Do not change the assignment of MLB input #1 on output. Use the up and down arrows to move to the next
bypass/isolation switches. On bypass/isolation I/O module and assign functions for that board.
switches, terminal strip Input #1 is
factory-connected and assigned to the Bypass Click on the OK button to accept the I/O assignments or
Cancel to discard the changes.
Contactor Disable function.

Note: Switches equipped with the load shed accessory The same input or output function can be assigned to
have one input factory-connected and set to multiple locations on either the controller board or any
attached I/O module. Inputs or outputs assigned the
Forced Transfer to OFF. Do not change this
setting. same function will operate together.

Module Address

Figure 7-26 Programmable Input/Output Setup

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7.18 Remote Input/Output 7.18.2 Setup Window
The Remote Input/Output Setup window allows the
7.18.1 Display Window operator to change the names of the inputs and outputs
that are shown in Monitor III. (The inputs and outputs
The display window is shown in Figure 7-27.
displayed on the transfer switch controller’s LCD screen
will not change.)
Software(Modbus)-Controlled Outputs

Software(Modbus)-controlled outputs can be turned on

and off remotely through the remote input/output
window. Click the ON button to activate the output. Click
the OFF button to turn it off. The indicator next to each
button turns blue when the output is on, and gray when
the output is off.

If a Modbus-controlled output is not assigned to an

output on the main logic board or an I/O module, the
button is not enabled. See Section 7.17 or the transfer
switch Operation/Installation manual to assign inputs
and outputs.

Remotely Monitored Inputs

The status of Remotely Monitored Inputs can be viewed
through this window. Set inputs to user input 1--4
through the Programmable Input/Output window or the
controller’s setup screens. See Section 7.17 or the
transfer switch Operation/Installation manual.

Figure 7-28 Remote Input/Output Setup Window

Figure 7-27 Remote Input/Output

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7.19 Setpoints, Frequency 7.19.2 Setup
The Frequency Setpoints data window shows the Note: A user logged on as Guest cannot access the
setpoints in percent of the nominal or the pickup value, setup window or change the Frequency
and also shows the resulting setting in Hz. Figure 7-29 Setpoints.
shows the frequency setpoints data window with the
factory default settings. Open the setup window to change the overfrequency
pickup and dropout settings, the underfrequency pickup
and dropout settings, and the frequency dropout time for
each source. The adjustment range is shown to the right
of each data box. The values shown in Figure 7-30 are
the factory default settings.

Click on the data box to be changed and type in the new

value, in percent of nominal or pickup frequency as
indicated to the right of the box. The resulting frequency
will be displayed in the last column. Click on OK to apply
the new settings or Cancel to discard the changes.

Figure 7-29 Frequency Setpoints Display

(default settings shown)

7.19.1 Display
The data window shows the pickup and dropout settings
as percentages of the nominal or pickup frequency as
indicated. The resulting values in Hz are displayed in
the column on the right.

The frequency dropout time is displayed in seconds.

Figure 7-30 Frequency Setpoints Setup
(default settings shown)

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7.20 Setpoints, Voltage 7.20.2 Setup
Note: A user logged on as Guest cannot access the
7.20.1 Display setup window or change the Voltage Setpoints.
Figure 7-31 shows the voltage setpoints data window Open the Setup window to change the overvoltage
with the factory default settings. The data window pickup and dropout settings, the undervoltage pickup
shows the pickup and dropout settings as percentages and dropout settings, and the debounce time for each
of the nominal dropout or pickup voltage as indicated. source. The adjustment range is shown to the right of
The resulting voltages are shown in the column on the each data box. The values shown in Figure 7-32 are the
right. factory default settings.
The voltage debounce time is displayed in seconds. Click on the data box to be changed and type in the new
value, in percent of nominal, pickup, or dropout voltage
as indicated to the right of the box. The resulting voltage
will be displayed in the last column. Click on OK to apply
the new settings or Cancel to discard the changes.

Figure 7-31 Voltage Setpoints Display

(default settings shown)

Figure 7-32 Voltage Setpoints Setup

(default settings shown)

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7.21 Source Information
The software provides source voltage, frequency, and
phase information for Source N and Source E.

7.21.1 Display Window

The Source Info data window shows the following
information for each source. See Figure 7-33. Single-
phase systems will display only the single-phase
parameters shown in Figure 7-34.

D Measured voltage
D Measured frequency
D Number of phases
D Expected phase rotation (3-phase only)
D Actual phase rotation (3-phase only)
D Nominal system voltage
D Nominal system frequency
D Line current (current sensing accessory required)

Figure 7-34 Source Info Display, Single-Phase

Source

7.21.2 Setup Window

Set the nominal voltage and frequency, the number of
phases, and phase rotation for 3-phase sources in this
window. Verify that the settings match the transfer
switch ratings.

Figure 7-33 Source Info Display, Three-Phase

Source

Figure 7-35 Source Setup

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7.22 System Information The serial numbers for the transfer switch, contactor,
and controller are entered at the factory and should not
The System Information window includes load be changed in the field unless the controller is replaced.
descriptions, ATS information, and software version
numbers. A distributor-level password is required to change the
transfer switch and contactor serial numbers. Change
these serial numbers only if the transfer switch controller
7.22.1 System Information Display is replaced. Contact the Kohler Power Systems Service
See Figure 7-36 for the Source Information Display Department to obtain the distributor password.
window. The controller serial number is factory-set and cannot
be changed using the distributor-level password.

Software version numbers are read from the hardware

and cannot be changed with the setup software.

000000
000000
000000

000000
000000
000000

Figure 7-36 System Info Display

7.22.2 System Information Setup

Note: A user logged on as Guest cannot access the
setup window or change the system information
settings. Figure 7-37 System Info Setup

The System Information Setup window (see

Figure 7-37) allows changes to the following
information:

D System designation
D System location
D Load branch
D Load description

Type in unique descriptions to clearly identify the

system, location, and connected loads. Descriptions
are limited to 20 alphanumeric characters, including
spaces.

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7.23 System Summary
The System Summary window displays the transfer
switch status. See Figure 7-38 or Figure 7-39.

7.23.1 System Summary Display

System State may indicate System Ready or a fault
condition such as Failure to Acquire Standby. The
controller obtains the system state from the hardware.

For those items with colored status indicators, the

inidcator is blue or green if the associated condition is
active, and gray if the condition is not active.

See the ATS Operation and Installation Manual for more

information about system status messages and
three-source systems.

Figure 7-39 System Summary Display, Monitor III

version 3.0.0 or higher

Figure 7-38 System Summary Display, Monitor III

prior to version 3.0.0

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7.23.2 System Summary Setup Synchronous Closed Transition settings control the
source synchronization requirements for closed-
The System Summary Setup window is analogous to transition transfer on model KCC and KBC transfer
the System Setup menu on the controller. switches.

The Util to Gen-Gen settings are for three-source

systems. See the ATS Operation and Installation
Manual for information about three-source systems.

The transition mode (open, programmed, or closed) is

factory-set and should not need to be changed unless
the controller is replaced. Verify that the setting matches
the contactor type, open (standard), programmed, or
closed-transition. The distributor password is needed to
change the Transition Mode setting. Obtain the
distributor password from the manufacturer’s Power
Systems Service Department.

The Supervised Transfer (non-automatic or automatic

override) setting is factory-set. The setting cannot be
changed in the field.

Additional settings available with Monitor III

version 3.0.0:

Service Entrance Type is only available if

programmed- transition is selected. For model KEP Figure 7-40 System Summary Setup Window,
transfer switches ONLY, check the model designation to Monitor III prior to version 3.0.0
verify that the utility power switching device matches the
selected type, insulated case circuit Breaker (ICCB) or
molded case circuit breaker (MCCB). See the transfer
switch specification sheet or operation/installation
manual to decode the model designation, if necessary.

Programmed-Transition Override. The distributor

password is required to set the programmed-transition
override mode to Auto or Manual for closed-transition
models. The programmed-transition override function
operates if both sources are available but do not
synchronize before the fail to sync time delay expires.
The override function initiates a programmed-transition
transfer, which causes an interruption in the power to the
load during transfer.

D Auto override mode will automatically initiate a

programmed transition transfer immediately when
the fail to sync time delay expires.

D Manual override mode allows the transfer switch

operator to initiate a programmed-transition transfer
after the fail to sync time delay expires by entering a
password at the ATS controller. Figure 7-41 System Summary Setup Window,
Monitor III versions 3.0.0 or higher
See TP-6714, MPACt 1500 Controller Operation
Manual, for more information about the
programmed-transition override function.

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7.24 Time Delays 7.24.2 Time Delay Setup Window
The monitoring program allows a user to view and adjust The Time Delay Setup window (see Figure 7-43) allows
the ATS time delays. the user to change the ATS delays. The adjustment
range is shown to the right of each data entry box. Refer
Note: A user logged on as Guest cannot change the to the transfer switch Operation/Installation Manual for
time delay settings. default settings.

Note: A user logged on as Guest cannot access the

7.24.1 Time Delay Data Window setup window or change the time delay settings.
The Time Delay Display window displays the settings for To change the length of a time delay, double-click inside
the time delays shown in Figure 7-42. the data entry box and type in the new setting in
The Off to Standby and Off to Preferred delays are minutes:seconds. Verify that the new setting falls within
the range shown after the data entry box. Values
displayed only for programmed-transition models.
outside the range will not be accepted. Click on the OK
Extended start time delays are available for models button or press the Enter key to enter the change.
equipped with the optional external battery supply
Note: Extended time delays (longer than 6 seconds)
module (EBSM).
require the use of an External Battery Supply
Note: The settings shown in the figures are not Module (EBSM) Kit with a battery. Enable
necessarily the factory default settings. Refer to Extended Engine Start Time Delay in the System
the transfer switch Operation/Installation Manual Summary setup window after connecting the
for default settings. battery to allow longer engine start time delays.

Figure 7-43 Time Delay Setup

Figure 7-42 Time Delays Display

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 Section 8 MPACt 1000 ATS Controller

8.1 Introduction 8.2 Controller Connection and

The Monitor III Program allows viewing and adjustment Setup
of selected settings for transfer switches equipped with Connect the controller to the PC or network and
the MPACt 1000 automatic transfer switch controller. configure the controller for communications. Refer to
Use the software to: TT-1405, provided with the Monitor III software kit, for
controller connection and setup instructions.
D View and adjust:

D Time delays
D Voltage and frequency trip points
8.3 Data Windows
D Exerciser settings The following sections describe data and setup
D Date and time windows. Select Window>New Window and select an
D Common alarms item from the list to create a data window. See
Figure 8-1.
D Load control time delays
D Start and stop a system test, exercise, or peak shave To open a setup window, first create the associated data
sequence window and click on it to activate it. Then double-click on
the active data window or choose Window>Setup to
D Transfer to the OFF position (programmed-transition create the setup window. Refer to Section 2.10, WIndow
models only) Menu, for more information about creating and working
with setup windows.
D Assign programmable inputs and outputs
A summary table in Section 8.4 lists all of the items
D Toggle Modbusr-controlled relay outputs contained in each window, and indicates whether each
item is included in both the display and setup windows.
D View only:
Use the table as a guide to identify the location of
D Source parameters individual settings, time delays, or other parameters.
D System status
D Active time delays
D DIP switch settings
D Event history
D Maintenance records

The view only items listed above can be changed using

the Setup Program running on a PC connected to the
ATS controller’s RS-232 port.

The Monitor III Program cannot be used to view or adjust

the transfer switch’s communication settings, i.e. the
network address or the network interface baud rate.
Use the Setup Program to view and adjust ATS
communication settings.

Note: Version 1.21 or higher of the ATS controller’s

application software is required for the Monitor III Figure 8-1 Add Window Form
program to communicate successfully with the
transfer switch. Check the software version
number in the System Information data window;
see Section 8.19.

Modbusr is a registered trademark of Schneider Electric.

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8.4 Data Window Summary
Window Display Setup Item Notes
Active Time n Name of active time delay See Section 8.5, Active Time Delay
Delay n Time remaining, seconds
n Percent time delay elapsed
n Elapsed time graphic display
n End Delay Button ends an active time delay
Does not end programmed-transition time delays or
an exercise run
See Section 8.5, Active Time Delay
Common n n Assigned Events Lists events that are assigned as common faults
Alarms n Available Events Use setup to choose common faults from a list of all
available events
Date/Time n n Date Does not necessarily match the PC’s date
Can synch with PC
Daylight Savings Time feature available
n n Time Does not necessarily match the PC clock
Can synch with PC
n System Clock Select button to set time and date to match the PC
system clock
n Daylight Saving Time Check box to select DST and date boxes to set clock
ahead and back
DIP Switch n Transfer Inhibited Displays the positions of the controller DIP switches
Settings (Red)/Permitted (Black)
n Loaded/Unloaded Test
n Exercise Inhibited/Permitted
n 1 Week/2 Week Manual
Exercise
n Loaded/Unloaded Exercise
Event History n Lost Preferred Source Displays time, date, and duration of last occurrence
n Other Events Displays up to 100 events
Clear History Disabled in the Monitor III Program
n Save History Button
Exerciser n n Manual Mode Select exerciser mode
n n Calendar Mode with Override Select button in setup window to enter Calendar
Mode with Override
n n Calendar Mode Select button in setup window to enter Calendar
Mode
n Exercise Inhibited Displays if the Inhibit Exercise DIP switch is activated
n Transfer Inhibited Displays if the Inhibit Transfer DIP switch is activated
n n Next Manual Exercise Start See Section 8.10
Date
n n Next Manual Exercise Start
Time
n n Manual Exercise Period
n n Manual Exercise DIP switch setting
Loaded/Unloaded
n n Manual Exercise Run Time Hrs:min.
n Manual Exercise Disable Button
n Push to Set/End Button allows remote start/stop of exercise run

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Window Display Setup Item Notes
Exerciser n Event Number See Section 8.10, Exerciser
Calendar n n Next Start Date
n n Start Time
n n Run Time (hr:min)
n n Loaded (Unloaded)
n n Exercise Interval
n Repeat Rate
Load Control n n Main Logic Board Load Separate time delays for disconnect before transfer
Time Delays Control and reconnect after transfer
n n I/O Module Load Control Separate time delays for transfers from Source N to
#1--8 E and from Source E to N
Maintenance n Not in Preferred Hours, total and since last reset
n In Standby
n Operation Time Total and since last reset
n Switch Transfers
n Lost Preferred Source
n Failures to Transfer
n System Start Date Month/Day/Year; factory setting
n Last Maintenance Reset Date Month/Day/Year
n Transfer Time N to E Milliseconds (mS); factory setting
n Transfer Time E to N
Manual n Peak Shave Start and Stop buttons
Operation Disabled if transfer inhibit DIP switch is set to ON
n System Test Start and Stop buttons
Disabled if transfer inhibit DIP switch is set to ON
n Programmed Transition Transfer to Off and Resume Normal Ops Buttons
Disabled in standard-transition models or if transfer
inhibit DIP switch is set to ON
n Modbusr-Controlled Relay Buttons 1 through 4 to toggle relay outputs on or off
Outputs
Programmable n n Terminal Strip Input #1 Main Logic Board
Input/Output n n Terminal Strip Input #2
n n Programmable Output
n n I/O Module Address Input/Output Modules
n n Input Event #1
n n Input Event #2
n n Outputs 1--6
Setpoints-- n n Underfreq Dropout See Section 8.16, Setpoints-Frequency
Frequency n n Underfreq Pickup
n n Overfreq Dropout
n n Overfreq Pickup
n n Freq Dropout Time
Setpoints-- n n Undervoltage Dropout See Section 8.17, Setpoints-Voltage
Voltage n n Undervoltage Pickup
n n Overvoltage Dropout
n n Overvoltage Pickup
n n Voltage Debounce Time

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Window Display Setup Item Notes
Site Overview n Address Network address, read from the ATS controller
n Description The ATS description, entered in the Device Form.
See Section 2.5.2.
n Status Displays ATS status. Flashes red to indicate a fault
condition.
n Position Shows the transfer switch position and also uses
colors for quick switch position identification:
Normal position = green
Off position = yellow
Emergency position = red
n Normal Available An X in this column indicates that the Normal source
is available
n Emergency Available An X in this column indicates that the Emergency
source is available
Source Info n Voltage A--B Measured voltages, three-phase systems
n Voltage B--C
n Voltage C--A
n Voltage A--N
n Voltage B--N
n Voltage C--N
n Voltage L1--L2 Measured voltage, single-phase systems
n Frequency Measured frequency
n Actual Rotation Three-phase systems
n Phases Number of phases detected
n Expected Rotation ABC or CBA
n System Voltage Nominal system voltage
n System Frequency Nominal system frequency
System n n Designation Enter unique descriptions to identify the transfer
Information n n Location switch and loads
n n Load Branch
n n Load Description
n ATS Serial No. Factory-set, not accessible in the field
n Contactor Serial No.
n Controller Serial No.
n Device ID
n Software Version Nos.

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Window Display Setup Item Notes
System n System State See Section 8.20, System Summary
Summary n Contactor Position N, E, or OFF (programmed-transition only)
n Preferred Source N or E
n Mode of Operation Generator Set to Utility, Utility to Utility, or Generator
Set to Generator Set
n Transition Mode Open or Programmed-Transition
n Ext. Eng. Time Delay Extended Engine Time Delay: Enabled (requires
external battery supply; see Section 8.20) or
Disabled
n Preferred Source Available Yes= source is available, No = source is not available
n Standby Source Available Yes= source is available, No = source is not available
n Supervised Transfer Mode Automatic Override or Non-Automatic
n Supervised Transfer Switch Auto or Manual
Position
n Commit to Transfer Enabled or Disabled
n Peak Shave Delay Bypass Enabled or Disabled
n In-Phase Monitor Enabled or Disabled
n In-Phase Monitor Transfer --20 to 20 degrees, leading or lagging
Angle
n Rated Current Amps
n Number of I/O Modules Maximum of 4
Expected
Time Delays n n Source N Engine Start See Section 8.21, Time Delays
n n Source E Engine Start
n n Preferred to Standby
n n Standby to Preferred
n n Source N Engine Cooldown
n n Source E Engine Cooldown
n n Acquire Standby Source
n n In-Phase Monitor Output
n n Off to Standby Programmed-transition models only
n n Off to Preferred

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8.5 Active Time Delay 8.6.1 Common Alarms Data Window
The Active Time Delay window displays the name of the This window displays the events that are assigned to the
time delay that is currently being executed, the amount controller’s common alarm. See Figure 8-3 for an
of time remaining for that delay, and the percent time example of the Common Alarms Display window with a
elapsed. The bar shows the progression of the time number of assigned events.
delay as it runs. See Figure 8-2.

Figure 8-2 Active Time Delay Display

Supervisor-level access is required in order to use the

End Delay button. Clicking on the End Delay button
ends only the active time delay. Subsequent
programmed time delays will start and run until
completion or until the End Delay button is activated for Figure 8-3 Common Alarms Display
each delay.
8.6.2 Common Alarm Setup Window
The End Delay button will not end an exercise or a
programmed-transition (off-to-standby or off-to-preferred) The common alarms setup window displays a list of all
time delay. events that can be assigned as common alarms. See
Figure 8-4. Select an event from the list and click on the
Add button to assign it as a common alarm. The event
8.6 Common Alarms will move from the Available window to the Assigned
window. Use the Remove button to remove an assigned
Use the Common Alarms windows to assign and view
event.
the events assigned to the controller’s common alarm.
Any fault condition assigned to the Common Alarm To assign or remove a block of events, click on the first
triggers the Common Alarm programmable output. See event in the list, then hold down the Shift key and click on
Section 8.15.4, Programmable Outputs, for more the last event in the block. To select several individual
information about programmable outputs. events, hold down the control (Ctrl) key while clicking on
each event. Use the Add or Remove key to move all of
the highlighted events.

Refer to Figure 8-5 for a typical list of events that can be

assigned as common alarms.

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Figure 8-4 Common Alarm Setup

Preferred Source Available Source N Undervoltage

Contactor in Preferred Position Source N Overvoltage
Contactor in Standby Position Source N Loss of Phase
Contactor in Off Position Source N Phase Rotation Error
Contactor in Source N Position Source N Overfrequency
Contactor in Source E Position Source N Underfrequency
Not in Auto Source E Undervoltage
Load Control Active Source E Overvoltage
Exerciser Started Source E Loss of Phase
Test Mode Active Source E Phase Rotation Error
Peak Shave Active Source E Overfrequency
Non-Emergency Transfer Source E Underfrequency
Load Bank Activate Failure to Acquire Standby
In-Phase Monitor Waiting for Synch Failure to Transfer
Modbus-controlled RDO #1 I/O Module Comms Lost
Modbus-controlled RDO #2 I/O Module Not Found
Modbus-controlled RDO #3 I/O Module Not Installed
Modbus-controlled RDO #4 Aux. Switch Fault
System Ready Aux. Switch Open
Source N Available Remote Common Alarm
Source E Available Critical (immediate) Service Required
Low Battery on Standby Source Non-Critical Service Required

Figure 8-5 Typical Common Alarms

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8.7 Date/Time Windows 8.7.3 Daylight Saving Time
View and set the controller’s time and date settings, or To set the system to automatically reset the clock for
set the controller’s clock to match the personal Daylight Saving Time, click in the box so that a check
computer’s (PC) clock. mark appears. Enter the dates to set the clock ahead in
the spring and back in the fall. Use the drop-down
arrows to bring up a calendar or type the dates into the
8.7.1 Date/Time Display box in the same way as described for setting the current
The Date/Time display shows the controller’s time and date.
date settings. The controller’s settings do not Note: In succeeding years, the controller will reset the
necessarily match those of the PC. See Figure 8-6.
clock on the day of the week according to the date
set for the first year. For example, if April 7, 2002
is entered, the clock will reset on the first Sunday
in April, 2003, and succeeding years.

The clock resets at 2 a.m. If an exercise is scheduled to

begin between 2 and 3 a.m. on the day that the time
changes, that exercise run will be missed.

Figure 8-6 Date/Time Display

8.8 DIP Switch Settings
8.7.2 Date/Time Setup The DIP switch settings window (see Figure 8-8)
displays the positions of the controller’s DIP switches:
Use the drop-down arrow to display a date list and click
on a date from the list to select it, or select Today at the D Maintenance Switch: Transfer Inhibited (displayed in
bottom of the calendar. Another way to enter the date is red) or Permitted
to select the date, month, and year one item at a time
D Test: Loaded or Unloaded
and type the current information into the date box. See
Figure 8-7. Click on the OK button or press Enter to D Exercise: Inhibited or Permitted
enter the settings. The clock does not reset until OK is D Manual Exercise: 1 Week or 2 week
entered. D Exercise: Loaded or Unloaded

Use the up and down arrows to set the time or click the
System Clock button to set the controller’s clock to
match the PC’s time.

Figure 8-8 DIP Switch Settings

Figure 8-7 Date/Time Setup

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8.9 Event History Press the Save History button to save the event log in an
ASCII text file. The system allows the user to select the
The Event History window displays the time, date, and location to save the file.
duration of the last loss of the preferred source. The
window also displays all events in the controller’s event Supervisor-level access is required for the Clear History
log, with the time, date, and up to two other parameters operation. Pressing the Clear History button deletes the
associated with the event. The window displays up to events in the log.
100 events. See Figure 8-9.

The message EEPROM Access Warning may appear in

the event log. If the EEPROM warning message
appears repeatedly, call for service.

Figure 8-9 Event History Display

8.10 Exerciser Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can

cause severe injury or death. Before working on the
View and adjust the plant exerciser settings that are not generator set or connected equipment, disable the generator
set as follows: (1) Move the generator set master switch to the
directly related to the Calendar mode.
OFF position. (2) Disconnect the power to the battery charger.
(3) Remove the battery cables, negative (--) lead first.
WARNING Reconnect the negative (--) lead last when reconnecting the
battery. Follow these precautions to prevent starting of the
generator set by an automatic transfer switch, remote
start/stop switch, or engine start command from a remote
computer.

Accidental starting.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect the battery cables before
working on the generator set.
Remove the negative (--) lead first
when disconnecting the battery.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last
when reconnecting the battery.

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8.10.1 Exerciser Data Window 8.10.2 Exerciser Setup Window
The plant exerciser data window (see Figure 8-10) Use the plant exerciser setup window (see Figure 8-11)
displays the following: to set or adjust the following:

D Exerciser Mode: Manual Mode, Calendar Mode, or D Exerciser Mode: Manual Mode, Calendar Mode, or
Calendar Mode with Override Calendar Mode with Override
D Manual Exercise:
D Warnings Window:
D Next Run Date
D EXERCISE INHIBITED: displays in red if the D Next Run Time
Exercise Inhibit DIP switch is set to the ON position
D Period
D TRANSFER INHIBITED: displays in red if the D Loaded/Unloaded
Transfer Inhibit DIP switch is set to the ON position
D Run Time
D Manual Exercise: The Manual Exercise Disable and Set/End buttons
D Next Run Date allow control of the manual exerciser through the
D Next Run Time software. Selecting the Disable button clears the
manual exercise settings. Clicking on the Push to
D Period
Set/End button when the exerciser is in manual mode
D Loaded/Unloaded has the same effect as pressing the Exercise button on
D Run Time the ATS user interface, starting or ending an exercise
run.
The period, 1 week or 2 weeks, determines how often
the exerciser runs. The run time shows the duration of Use the Calendar Mode or Calendar Mode with
each exercise run. The 1 week/2 week period and Override buttons in the exercise setup window to enter
loaded/unloaded exercise are set by DIP switches on the exerciser Calendar mode. Refer to Section 8.11,
the controller’s main logic board. See the ATS operation Exercise Calendar, for more information about the
and installation manual for more information about DIP Calendar and Calendar with Override modes.
switches.

Figure 8-11 Exerciser Setup

Figure 8-10 Exerciser Display

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8.11 Exercise Calendar D Event No.
D Start Date
The calendar provides a method to schedule the D Start Time
exerciser that is more flexible than using the 1 week/
D Run Time
2 week DIP switch on the transfer switch’s main logic
board. Use the calendar mode to plan up to 21 exercise D Loaded or Unloaded
events that repeat daily, weekly, or monthly, and choose D Exercise period/Interval
whether each event runs with or without load.

Use the Calendar Mode or Calendar Mode with

8.11.2 Calendar Setup Window
Override buttons in the Exercise Setup window to enter Use the setup window to set up to 21 exerciser run
the exerciser Calendar modes. times, intervals, repeat rates, and loaded/unloaded
condition. See Figure 8-13 for the Calendar Setup
The Calendar Mode and Calendar Mode with Override
window.
settings override the 1 week/2 week and loaded/
unloaded DIP switch settings. Enabled or Disabled. Clicking on this box so that the
check mark disappears disables that scheduled
Exercise Button Function in Calendar Modes exercise event so that it does not run. The event
remains on the calendar so that it can be enabled again
D Calendar Mode. In Calendar mode, pressing the at a later time.
Exercise button does not change the exercise mode
or settings. The Exercise LED flashes quickly for two Start Date. There are several ways to select the start
seconds if the Exercise button is pressed when the date. Clicking on the month or year reveals up and down
system is in Calendar Mode. arrows that allow you to step up or down to the desired
month or year. Selecting the drop-down arrow to right of
D Calendar Mode with Override. In Calendar Mode the data entry box brings up a calendar. Click on the red
with Override, pressing and holding the Exercise circle at the bottom to select the current day or use the
button on the ATS user interface until the Exercise arrow buttons at the top of the calendar to step to the
LED flashes overrides and disables the calendar desired month and then click on the desired start date.
settings. The calendar settings are saved for future
use, but the exerciser runs in manual mode until reset Start Time. Click on the hour, minute, or AM/PM so that
to Calendar Mode or Calendar Mode with Override the desired section is highlighted on the screen. Then
through the software. use the arrows to step to the desired hour, minute, or
AM/PM setting or type in the setting from the keyboard.
8.11.1 Calendar Data Window Run Time. This setting determines the duration of the
The Calendar Data Window (see Figure 8-12) shows exercise run. Run times over 60 minutes will be
automatically converted to hours:minutes. The
the following plant exerciser information. If an exercise
maximum run time is 24 hours.
event is disabled, the line is grayed out.

Figure 8-12 Exercise Calendar Display

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Loaded or Unloaded. A check in the box in the Loaded of every month. Use caution with the Day of Month
column indicates a loaded exercise. If the box is not selection. For example, selecting Day of Month on the
checked, the exercise will start and run the generator set 5th Friday of the month will cause the exerciser to run
without transferring the load. Click on the box to select only during months that have five Fridays.
or deselect it. This setting overrides the loaded/
unloaded DIP switch setting on the main logic board. Repeat Rate. The repeat rate and interval set the time
interval between exercise runs. For example, if Day is
Interval. (daily, weekly, monthly, or the same day every selected in the interval column, and 5 is entered as the
month) This setting overrides the 1 week/2 week DIP repeat rate, then the exercise will repeat every 5 days.
switch setting on the controller’s main logic board. This Double-click inside the Repeat Rate data box to
setting works with the repeat rate to set the time interval highlight the contents, then type in a number between 1
between exercise runs. and 12. Attempts to enter a number outside the
acceptable range cause the box to turn red. Values
The Day of Month selection allows you to set the outside the acceptable range are not accepted by the
exerciser to run on the same day every month. For program.
example, the exerciser can be set to run the first Sunday

Figure 8-13 Exercise Calendar Setup

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8.12 Load Control Time Delays
Use the Load Control Time Delay windows to view and
adjust the time delays for the load control outputs on the
controller’s main logic board and on the optional
input/output modules.

Two time delay settings apply to each output: the load

disconnect time before transfer and the reconnect time
after transfer. These time delays allow selected loads to
be disconnected and reconnected in steps rather than
all at once.

Note: Refer to the transfer switch Operation/Installation

Manual for instructions to set up the load control
function. The load control setup also requires
assignment of load control outputs. See
Section 8.15, Programmable Input/ Output, to
assign load control outputs.

8.12.1 Display Figure 8-14 Load Control Time Delay Display

Figure 8-14 shows the Load Control Time Delay Display

window.

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8.12.2 Load Control Time Delay Setup

Use the Setup window to set the duration of each load

control time delay before and after transfer. Enter a time
between 0 seconds and 60 minutes into each data entry
box. See Figure 8-15.

Figure 8-15 Load Control Time Delay Setup

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8.13 Maintenance

8.13.1 Maintenance Data Window

The Maintenance Display window shows the totals and
the maintenance records since the last maintenance
reset for the items listed in Figure 8-17. Figure 8-16
shows the Display window.

Maintenance information cannot be changed or reset

through Monitor III. Use the ATS Setup program to reset
maintenance records or reload default settings when
necessary.

Figure 8-16 Maintenance Display

Historical Data Types

Item Units Description
Time in Operation Minutes Minutes the switch has been under power since leaving the factory
In Standby Minutes Minutes the switch operated in the Emergency position
Hours Not in Preferred Minutes Minutes the switch operated in any position other than the preferred position
Switch Transfers — Number of transfers the switch has completed
Failure to Transfer — The number of time that the contactor failed to transfer when commanded
Lost Preferred Source — Number of times the switch has lost the preferred power source
System Startup Date — The date the system was first started on site
Last Maintenance Reset Date — Date of last maintenance record reset
Transfer time N to E mS Milliseconds (not adjustable)
Transfer time E to N mS Milliseconds (not adjustable)

Figure 8-17 Maintenance Records

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8.14 Manual Operation

WARNING

Accidental starting.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect the battery cables before
working on the generator set.
Remove the negative (--) lead first
when disconnecting the battery.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last
when reconnecting the battery.

Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can

cause severe injury or death. Before working on the
generator set or connected equipment, disable the generator
set as follows: (1) Move the generator set master switch to the
OFF position. (2) Disconnect the power to the battery charger. Figure 8-18 Manual Operation
(3) Remove the battery cables, negative (--) lead first.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last when reconnecting the Test. Use the software buttons to start or end a system
battery. Follow these precautions to prevent starting of the
generator set by an automatic transfer switch, remote
test. The Test button on the user interface remains
start/stop switch, or engine start command from a remote functional, so that a test started by the software can be
computer. ended by pressing the Test button on the user interface,
and a test started by pressing the button on the user
The Manual Operation window (see Figure 8-18) interface can be ended by clicking on the Stop button in
includes the following items: the software.

D Peak Shave Start and Stop buttons Note: A test input signal overrides the software buttons.
D System Test Start and Stop buttons
Programmed Transition. The programmed-transition
D Programmed-Transition Transfer to OFF button
buttons are disabled if the transfer switch is not a
D Modbusr Controlled Relay Outputs programmed-transition model. Select the Transfer to
OFF button to force the transfer switch from the
Note: A user logged on as Guest cannot access the Emergency (Source E) position to the OFF position.
Manual Operation window. The switch then transfers to Source N if it is available.
The Transfer to OFF button does not function when the
Manual transfer operations are inhibited if the transfer switch is in the normal (Source N) position.
Maintenance DIP switch is set to inhibit transfer.
Note: A forced transfer to OFF input signal overrides
Peak Shave. Select the Start button to activate the peak the software buttons.
shave function and initiate peak shave operation. The
ATS starts the standby generator set and transfers the Select the Resume Normal Ops button to end the
load to the standby source until the peak shave input is Transfer to OFF function. The ATS will transfer to the
deactivated through the software. Refer to the transfer preferred source, if available, according to the controller
switch operation and installation manual for more settings.
information about the Peak Shave sequence of
operation. Refer to the ATS operation and installation manual for
more information about the Forced Transfer to OFF
Note: A peak shave input signal overrides the software (load shed) sequence of operation.
buttons.

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Modbusr-Controlled Relay Outputs. The buttons 8.15.1 I/O Data Window
allow activation of Modbusr-controlled outputs
assigned to the programmable outputs on the Main The Programmable Input/Output window shows which
Logic Board or I/O Modules. The button displays Output input and output functions are assigned to the controller
OFF when the output is off. Clicking on the button main logic board terminal strip input and output
activates the output. The button displays Output ON. terminals and to the I/O Module input and output
Click on it again to deactivate the output. terminals.

8.15 Programmable Input/Output

View and assign main logic board and programmable
(I/O) module input and output functions. Refer to the
transfer switch Operation and Installation Manual for I/O
connection instructions.

Note: Each programmable input and output requires a

connection to the transfer switch. Do not change
the programmable input/output assignments
without verifying the transfer switch input and
output connections.

Note: A user logged on as Guest cannot change the

programmable input/output assignments.

WARNING
Figure 8-19 Programmable Input/Output Display

The I/O module address identifies the I/O board and

must match the address DIP switch settings on the I/O
Accidental starting. board.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Bypass/isolation switches have only one programmable
Disconnect the battery cables before input available for reassignment on the main logic
working on the generator set. board. Programmable input 1 is used for a safety
Remove the negative (--) lead first
interlock circuit on bypass/isolation switches and is not
when disconnecting the battery.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last available for customer use.
when reconnecting the battery.

Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can

cause severe injury or death. Before working on the
generator set or connected equipment, disable the generator
set as follows: (1) Move the generator set master switch to the
OFF position. (2) Disconnect the power to the battery charger.
(3) Remove the battery cables, negative (--) lead first.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last when reconnecting the
battery. Follow these precautions to prevent starting of the
generator set by an automatic transfer switch, remote
start/stop switch, or engine start command from a remote
computer.

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8.15.2 I/O Setup Window Note: Be sure to select the address of the I/O module
before assigning I/O module inputs and outputs.
Use the Programmable I/O Setup Window to assign The address resets to 1 each time the OK button
input and output functions to the main logic board and is clicked.
I/O module input and output terminals. See Figure 8-20.
The same input or output function can be assigned to
multiple locations on either the controller board or any
attached I/O module. Inputs or outputs assigned the
same function will operate together.

8.15.3 Programmable Inputs

The available input functions are listed in Figure 8-21
and described in more detail after the table.

Battery Low Fault

Peak Shave
Inhibit Transfer
Remote Bypass
Remote Test
Forced Transfer to OFF
Remote Common Fault
Bypass Contactor Disable
(factory-set for bypass switches only)
Figure 8-20 Programmable Input/Output Setup Three-Source System Disable

Figure 8-21 Programmable Inputs

The main logic board provides 2 programmable inputs
and 1 programmable output. Use the Setup window to Battery Low Fault. Indicates that a low battery signal
assign functions to the following controller main logic (contact closure) has been received from an external
board inputs and output: device. The Service Required LED illuminates steadily
and the system records an event in the Event Log.
D Terminal strip Input 1 (See note.)
D Terminal strip Input 2 Peak Shave Active. Starts the generator set and
D Programmable output transfers to the standby source. The system attempts to
transfer to the preferred source when the input is
Note: Terminal strip input 1 is available for removed or the connected source fails. Ignores the
field-connection and assignment on standard Time Delay Engine Start and standby-to-preferred time
switches only. On bypass/isolation switches, delays if the peak shave delay bypass is selected.
terminal strip Input 1 is factory-assigned and
connected to the Bypass Contactor Disable Inhibit Transfer. Prevents all transfers and causes the
function. Do not change the assignment of MLB Not-in-Auto LED to flash. This input has the same effect
input #1 on bypass/isolation switches! as the Maintenance DIP switch.

Each I/O module provides 2 programmable inputs and 6 Remote Bypass. Functions the same way as the End
programmable outputs. As many as 4 I/O modules can Time Delay button on the user interface, ending any time
be added to the ATS, for total of 10 programmable delay that is operating when the input is activated except
inputs (9 for bypass/isolation switches) and 25 for the programmed transition off-to-preferred and
programmable outputs. Use the dropdown arrows to off-to-standby time delays. If more than one time delay
select a function for each input or output. Use the up and is programmed, a separate input signal must be sent to
down arrows to move to the next I/O module and assign end each time delay.
functions for that board.
Remote Test. Has the same effect as pressing the Test
Click on the OK button to accept the I/O assignments or button on the User Interface. It initiates a system test,
Cancel to discard the changes. which simulates a preferred source failure and tests the

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transfer switch operation. If a system test is running, this Load Control Active. Any of the following conditions
input will stop the test. To stop tests initiated by this triggers the Load Control Active output:
input, either deactivate the input or press the Test button
on the user interface. D A pre- or post-transfer signal is active.
D Programmable load control outputs are active.
Forced Transfer to OFF Position. (Programmed D Peak shave/area protection is engaged.
transition units only.) Bypasses all time delays and
immediately moves the contactor from Source E to the Load Bank Control. This output allows the application
OFF position. The ATS will proceed to transfer to of a load bank to the generator set during the exercise
Source N if it is available. When this input is removed, period if the exerciser is not set to transfer the actual
the system transfers to the preferred source if it is load.
available. If the preferred source is not available but the
standby source is available, the system transfers to the The controller deactivates the load bank control and
standby source. transfers to the standby source if the preferred source is
lost during an exercise period.
Remote Common Fault. Any common fault input
causes the Service Required LED to flash. Start Source N Generator. Use this engine start output
signal for systems that use a generator set for Source N
Bypass Contactor Switch Disable. Disables the (Normal Source). This output is always assigned to the
transfer switch on bypass/isolation switches while the same generator set regardless of the preferred source
contactor is being inserted or removed. This input is selector switch position.
used only on bypass/isolation switches. It is
factory-assigned to programmable input 1 on the main Peak Shave/Area Protection Active. Indicates that
logic board (MLB) terminal strip (TB1 terminals 6 and 7). the system is running on the standby source as a result
Do not reassign MLB input 1 on bypass isolation of a peak shave command.
switches!
Non-Emergency Transfer. Active during peak shave,
Three-Source System Disable. Prevents the second loaded exercise, and loaded test sequences.
ATS in a three-source system from starting either
generator set when the Normal source connected to the Synchronization Output Command. Provides a
first ATS is available. The three-source system disable contact closure after the in-phase monitor synch output
output from ATS 1 is connected to the three-source time delay to indicate that the synch output time delay
system disable input on ATS 2. See TT-1340, External has expired.
Battery Supply Module Installation Instructions, for
more information about three-source systems. Load Control Outputs. Allows controlled
disconnection of selected loads before transfer and
reconnection in steps after transfer. The Load Control
8.15.4 Programmable Outputs Time Delays determine the disconnect time before
transfer and reconnect time after transfer. If one source
Programmable monitoring, control, and fault detection
is lost, the outputs are activated immediately and then
outputs are available through the MLB terminal strip on
deactivated after the reconnect time delays. Set the
the controller or through the programmable input/output
disconnect time before transfer and reconnect time after
(I/O) modules. The table in Figure 8-22 lists the
transfer through the Load Control Time Delay window.
available programmable outputs.
The times are adjustable from 1 second to 60 minutes.
Not-in-Auto. Any of the following conditions triggers See Section 8.12, Load Control Time Delays, for
the Not-in-Auto output: information about setting the load control time delays.

D The maintenance switch is activated, preventing Select up to nine sequential load control outputs, 0--8.
automatic transfer. Load control output 0 is always assigned to the main
logic board pre-transfer signal output (TB1 terminals 1
D Forced transfer to OFF is activated (programmed-
and 2). Outputs 0--8 can be assigned to any position on
transition models only).
an I/O module board or to the programmable output on
D The Supervised Transfer Control switch is in the the controller board terminal strip. The same function
Manual position (non-automatic switches). can be assigned to more than one output.

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Modbusr-Controlled Relay Driver Outputs Programmable Output Type
(SCRDOs). Use these outputs to transmit signals from Preferred Source Available Monitor
a Modbusr master through the ATS controller (acting as
Standby Source Available Monitor
a Modbus slave) to connected equipment. Contact
Kohler Co. for Modbus communications protocol Contactor Preferred Selected Monitor
information. Contactor Standby Selected Monitor
Contactor in OFF position* Monitor
I/O Module Not Found. If the system does not detect Contactor Source N Selected Monitor
an I/O module at an expected address, the Service Contactor Source E Selected Monitor
Required LED flashes and the software logs the
Not in Auto Monitor
message I/O Module Not Found. Check that the number
of I/O modules installed matches the number expected Load Control Active Monitor
by the setup program. Check that the I/O modules are Low Backup Battery Indicator Monitor
connected and the address DIP switches are set Exerciser Active Monitor
correctly. Check the diagnostic LED to verify that the Test Active Monitor
module is receiving power and communicating with the Peak Shave/Area Protection Active Monitor
controller. Non-Emergency Transfer Monitor
I/O Module Not Installed. If the software detects an I/O Load Bank Control Control
module that is connected but not expected by the setup Start Source N Generator Control
program, the Service Required LED flashes and the Start Source E Generator Control
software logs the message I/O Module Not Installed. Synchronization Output Command Control
The system ignores the board if it does not find the setup Common Alarm Fault
definition. Check that the number of I/O modules Undervoltage Source N Fault
expected in the Setup Program matches the number of
Overvoltage Source N Fault
modules installed on the transfer switch. Check that the
I/O module address DIP switches are set correctly. Loss of Phase Source N Fault
Check the diagnostic LED. Phase Rotation Error Source N Fault
Overfrequency Source N Fault
I/O Module Communications Lost. If communication Underfrequency Source N Fault
to an I/O module that was previously installed and
Undervoltage Source N Fault
working is lost, the Service Required LED flashes and
Overvoltage Source E Fault
the software logs the message I/O Module
Communications Lost. Check the I/O module Loss of Phase Source E Fault
connections and diagnostic LED. Phase Rotation Error Source E Fault
Overfrequency Source E Fault
Common Alarm. The common alarm output is Underfrequency Source E Fault
activated when any of the fault conditions assigned in
Failure to Acquire Standby Source Fault
the Common Alarms window occurs. See Section 8.6,
Common Alarms, for more information about assigning I/O Module Lost Fault
common alarms. I/O Module Not Found Fault
I/O Module Not Installed Fault
Three-Source System Disable. The three-source Failure to Transfer Fault
system disable output provides a signal to prevent the Auxiliary Switch Fault Fault
second ATS in a three-source system from starting one
Auxiliary Switch Open Fault
of the generator sets when the Normal source
connected to the first ATS is available. See TT-1340, Load Shed Control Output Control
External Battery Supply Module Installation Software-Controlled Relay Driver Output #1 [ Control
Instructions, for more information about three-source Software-Controlled Relay Driver Output #2 [ Control
systems. Software-Controlled Relay Driver Output #3 [ Control
Software-Controlled Relay Driver Output #4 [ Control
Three-Source System Disable Control
* Programmed-transition switches only
[ Abbreviated SCRDO #1--4

Figure 8-22 Available Programmable Outputs

Modbusr is a registered trademark of Schneider Electric.

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8.16 Setpoints, Frequency 8.16.2 Setup
The controller senses frequency on both sources with Note: A user logged on as Guest cannot access the
an accuracy of ±2%. The Frequency Setpoints data setup window or change the Frequency
window shows the setpoints in percent of the nominal or Setpoints.
the pickup value, and also shows the resulting setting in
Hz. Figure 8-23 shows the frequency setpoints data Open the setup window to change the overfrequency
window with the factory default settings. pickup and dropout settings, the underfrequency pickup
and dropout settings, and the frequency dropout time for
each source. The adjustment range is shown to the right
of each data box. The values shown in Figure 8-24 are
the factory default settings.

Click on the data box to be changed and type in the new

value, in percent of nominal or pickup frequency as
indicated to the right of the box. The resulting frequency
will be displayed in the last column. Click on OK to apply
the new settings or Cancel to discard the changes.

Figure 8-23 Frequency Setpoints Display

(default settings shown)

A fault occurs if the frequency of either source falls

outside the dropout or pickup settings for a length of time
longer than the frequency dropout time. If the fault
occurs on the active source, the system attempts to
transfer the load to the alternate source.

8.16.1 Display
Figure 8-24 Frequency Setpoints Setup
The data window shows the pickup and dropout settings (default settings shown)
as percentages of the nominal or pickup frequency as
indicated. The resulting values in Hz are displayed in
the column on the right.

The frequency dropout time is displayed in seconds.

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8.17 Setpoints, Voltage 8.17.2 Setup
A fault occurs when the voltage of either source falls Note: A user logged on as Guest cannot access the
outside the dropout or pickup settings for a length of time setup window or change the Voltage Setpoints.
longer than the debounce time. If the fault occurs on the
active source, the system attempts to transfer the load to Open the Setup window to change the overvoltage
the alternate source. The debounce time prevents pickup and dropout settings, the undervoltage pickup
nuisance transfers caused by brief voltage spikes and and dropout settings, and the debounce time for each
dips. source. The adjustment range is shown to the right of
each data box. The values shown in Figure 8-26 are the
factory default settings.
8.17.1 Display
Click on the data box to be changed and type in the new
Figure 8-25 shows the voltage setpoints data window value, in percent of nominal, pickup, or dropout voltage
with the factory default settings. The data window as indicated to the right of the box. The resulting voltage
shows the pickup and dropout settings as percentages will be displayed in the last column. Click on OK to apply
of the nominal dropout or pickup voltage as indicated. the new settings or Cancel to discard the changes.
The resulting voltages are shown in the column on the
right.

The voltage debounce time is displayed in seconds.

Figure 8-26 Voltage Setpoints Setup

(default settings shown)

Figure 8-25 Voltage Setpoints Display

(default settings shown)

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8.18 Source Information
The software provides source voltage, frequency, and
phase information for Source N and Source E.

The controller senses voltages on all phases of both

sources over a range of 110 to 600 VAC with an
accuracy of ±2%. The controller senses frequency on
both sources with an accuracy of ±2%.

The Source Info data window shows the following

information for each source. See Figure 8-27. Single-
phase systems will display only the single-phase
parameters shown in Figure 8-28. Selected

D Measured voltage
D Measured frequency
D Number of phases
D Expected phase rotation
D Actual phase rotation Figure 8-27 Source Info Display, Three-Phase
D Nominal system voltage Source
D Nominal system frequency

The Source Info settings cannot be changed through

Monitor III. Use the ATS Setup Program to change
settings, if necessary.

Figure 8-28 Source Info Display, Single-Phase

Source

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8.19 System Information 8.19.2 System Information Setup
The System Information windows include load Note: A user logged on as Guest cannot access the
descriptions, ATS information, and software version setup window or change the system information
numbers. settings.

The System Information Setup window (see

8.19.1 System Information Display Figure 8-30) allows changes to the following
information:
The Source Information Display window (see
Figure 8-29) lists the following items: D System designation
D System location
D System designation
D System location D Load branch

D Load branch D Load description

D Load description The serial numbers for the transfer switch, contactor,
D ATS serial number and controller are entered at the factory. Software
D ATS contactor serial number version numbers are read from the hardware and
D ATS Controller serial number
cannot be changed with the setup software.
D Software version numbers Type in unique descriptions to clearly identify the
D I/O module software version numbers system, location, and connected loads. Descriptions
are limited to 20 alphanumeric characters, including
spaces.

1.21

Figure 8-29 System Info Display Figure 8-30 System Info Setup

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8.20 System Summary System State may indicate System Ready or a fault
condition such as Failure to Acquire Standby. The
The system summary window displays the transfer controller obtains the system state from the hardware.
switch status. See Figure 8-31. The ATS Monitor III Figure 8-32 lists some typical System State messages.
software does not allow changes to the parameters
displayed in the System Summary Window. Use the System State Message Notes
Setup Program if changes are required. System Ready Ready, no fault
conditions
Failure to Acquire Standby See the transfer switch
operation and installation
Failure to Transfer manual.
I/O Module Comms Lost See Section 8.15.4,
Programmable Outputs.
I/O Module Not Found
I/O Module Not Installed
Aux. Switch Fault See the transfer switch
operation and installation
Aux. Switch Open manual.
Low Battery on Standby Low battery on the
Source standby generator set.
Common Alarm See Section 8.6,
Common Alarms.

Figure 8-32 Typical System State Messages

Figure 8-31 System Summary Display

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8.21 Time Delays 8.21.2 Time Delay Setup Window
The monitoring program allows a user to view and adjust The Time Delay Setup window (see Figure 8-34) allows
the ATS time delays. the user to change the ATS delays.

Note: A user logged on as Guest cannot change the Note: A user logged on as Guest cannot access the
time delay settings. setup window or change the time delay settings.

To change the length of a time delay, double-click inside

8.21.1 Time Delay Data Window the data entry box and type in the new setting in
minutes:seconds. Verify that the new setting falls within
The Time Delay Display window displays the settings for the range shown after the data entry box. Values
the time delays shown in Figure 8-33. outside the range will not be accepted. Click on the OK
The Off to Standby and Off to Preferred delays are button or press the Enter key to enter the change.
displayed only for programmed-transition models. Note: Extended time delays (longer than 6 seconds)
require the use of an External Battery Supply
Module (EBSM) Kit with a battery. Use the Setup
Program to enable Extended Engine Time Delay
in the System Summary data window after
connecting the battery to allow longer engine
start time delays.

Figure 8-33 Time Delays Display

Figure 8-34 Time Delay Setup

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 Section 9 M340 and M340+ ATS Controllers

9.1 Introduction 9.3 Data Windows

Monitor III can be used to monitor system status, view Select Window→New Window to open the Add Window
settings, and start or stop a remote test. Monitor III screen. Select the generator set/controller from the list
cannot be used to change settings for these controllers. on the left. Figure 9-1 illustrates the list of data windows
Refer to the ATS controller Operation Manual for available for this controller.
instructions to change settings using the controller
keypad. See the List of Related Materials for document The Manual Operations window allows remote starting
part numbers. and stopping of the generator set, resetting faults, and
resetting maintenance records. User or supervisor
access is required to perform Manual Operations.
9.2 Controller Connection and
There are no setup windows available for this controller.
Setup Settings can be changed locally through the controller
keypad. Refer to the controller Operation Manual for
DANGER instructions. See the List of Related Literature for
document part numbers.

Hazardous voltage.
Will cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect all power sources before
opening the enclosure.

Servicing the transfer switch. Hazardous voltage can

cause severe injury or death. Deenergize all power sources
before servicing. Turn off the main circuit breakers of all
transfer switch power sources and disable all generator sets
as follows: (1) Move all generator set master controller
switches to the OFF position. (2) Disconnect power to all
battery chargers. (3) Disconnect all battery cables, negative
(--) leads first. Reconnect negative (--) leads last when
reconnecting the battery cables after servicing. Follow these
precautions to prevent the starting of generator sets by an
automatic transfer switch, remote start/stop switch, or engine Figure 9-1 Add Window
start command from a remote computer. Before servicing any
components inside the enclosure: (1) Remove all jewelry. (2)
Stand on a dry, approved electrically insulated mat. (3) Test
circuits with a voltmeter to verify that they are deenergized.

The controller must be equipped with a Modbusr/KBUS

converter module. Refer to the instructions provided
with the converter module kit to install and connect the
module. Use the DIP switches on the converter module
to assign a unique address to the controller.

Note: Use a unique address for each device in a

network. Use numbers between 1 and 247.
Do not use 0 (zero).

Connect the controller to the PC or network and

configure the controller for communications. Refer to
TT-1405, provided with the Monitor III software kit, for
controller connection and setup instructions.

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9.4 Data Window Summary Table
The following table lists and describes the items found in each data window. More detailed information for some of the
items is included in the sections after the table.

Data Window Item Item Description

Date/Time Date and time Read from the controller
Frequency Source N Over Freq Dropout Displays settings in percent of Nominal frequency and in Hz.
Setpoints Source N Over Freq Pickup
Source N Under Freq Pickup
Source N Under Freq Dropout
Source E Over Freq Dropout
Source E Over Freq Pickup
Source E Under Freq Pickup
Source E Under Freq Dropout
Maintenance Time Not in Normal Total hours and hours since last maintenance displayed
History Time in Emergency
Days of Operation Total and since last maintenance displayed
Number of Transfers
Last Maintenance Date MM/DD/YY
System Start Date
Exercise: Time Remaining Minutes
Exercise: Last Exercise MM/DD/YY
Last Outage: Date MM/DD/YY
Last Outage: Time HH:MM
Last Outage: Duration Hours
Manual Engine Run Time Enter the desired generator set engine run time, in hours:minutes from 1
Operations minute to 72 hours. (00:01 to 72:00)
Set Run Time Button CLICKING THIS BUTTON STARTS THE GENERATOR SET if the engine
run time displayed is not zero (00:00).
To stop the generator set, set the run time to zero (00:00).
Source Info Source N: Voltage A--B Volts
Source N: Voltage B--C
Source N: Voltage C--A
Source N: Frequency Hz
Source N: System Voltage Volts
Source N: System Frequency Hz
Source E: Voltage A--B Volts
Source E: Voltage B--C
Source E: Voltage C--A
Source E: Frequency Hz
Source E: System Voltage Volts
Source E: System Frequency Hz

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Data Window Item Item Description
System Info ATS Name Description appears if previously assigned with Monitor II
Location Description appears if previously assigned with Monitor II
Load Description Description appears if previously assigned with Monitor II
Branch Description appears if previously assigned with Monitor II
ATS Serial Number Factory-set
Controller Serial Number Factory-set
Number of Poles Factory-set
Switch Size Amps, factory-set
System Alert Code See Section 9.11
Summary Switch Position Contactor position: Normal, Emergency, or Off
Programming Mode Remote, local, or off
Status messages Normal source available
Emergency source available
Test switch in AUTO
Manual transfer mode
Plant exerciser enabled
Load shed enabled
In--phase monitor enabled
Area protection enabled
Ext. time delays enabled
Manual override enabled
Load transfer enabled
Time Delays Engine Start Displayed in minutes:seconds
Normal to Emergency
Emergency to Normal
Engine Cooldown
Before Emergency
After Emergency
Sequence to Emergency
Return to Emergency
Before Normal
After Normal
Sequence to Normal
Return to Normal
Voltage Source N: Over Volt Dropout Displays settings in percent of Nominal voltage and in Volts.
Setpoints Source N: Over Volt Pickup
Source N: Under Volt Pickup
Source N: Under Volt Dropout
Source E: Over Volt Dropout
Source E: Over Volt Pickup
Source E: Under Volt Pickup
Source E: Under Volt Dropout

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9.5 Date/Time 9.7 Maintenance History
The program reads the date and time from the controller. Items dispalyed in the maintenance history window
Set the date and time through the controller keypad, correspond to the information in controller Index 3.
Index 4. See the controller Operation Manual for
instructions. Reset the Since Maintenance records through the
controller keypad. See the controller Operation Manual
for instructions. Total records cannot be reset.

Figure 9-2 Date/Time Window

9.6 Frequency Setpoints

This data window displays normal and emergency
source pickup and dropout points as percentages of
system frequency and in Hz.

Frequency setpoints can be changed using the

controller keypad through Index 6. See the controller
Operation Manual for instructions.

Figure 9-4 Maintenance History Window

Figure 9-3 Frequency Setpoints Window

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9.8 Manual Operations The Manual Operations window allows the operator to
start and run the generator set that is connected to the
ATS engine start contacts. The ATS must have a plant
WARNING exerciser accessory installed to access the manual
operations window.

Note: This data menu allows the software operator to

start and run a generator set in a location that is
not within sight of the operator. Use care when
Accidental starting.
Can cause severe injury or death. using this feature to prevent unintended starting
of the generator set.
Disconnect the battery cables before
working on the generator set. Type the desired engine run time in hours:minutes (from
Remove the negative (--) lead first 00:01 to 72:00) in the Engine Run Time box. Click on the
when disconnecting the battery.
Set Run Time button to start the generator set.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last
when reconnecting the battery.
To stop the engine before the run time expires, type
00:00 in the Engine Run Time box and click on Set Run
Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can Time.
cause severe injury or death. Before working on the
generator set or connected equipment, disable the generator The engine run time returns to 00:00 after the generator
set as follows: (1) Move the generator set master switch to the set run time elapses or the generator set stops.
OFF position. (2) Disconnect the power to the battery charger.
(3) Remove the battery cables, negative (--) lead first.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last when reconnecting the
battery. Follow these precautions to prevent starting of the
generator set by an automatic transfer switch, remote
start/stop switch, or engine start command from a remote
computer.

Figure 9-5 Manual Operations Window

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9.9 Source Info 9.10 System Info
The source data displayed in the Source Information Descriptions that have been entered using Monitor II
window correspond to the information in controller software will be displayed in the System Info window.
Index 1 and Index 2.
Serial numbers, number of poles, and the switch size
The system voltage and frequency are set using the are factory-set.
controller keypad, Index 6.

Figure 9-7 System Info Window

Figure 9-6 Source Info Window

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9.11 System Summary Code Message Summary
Codes 1--18 apply to 3-phase only
The System Summary window indicates the status of 0 None
the transfer switch. See Figure 9-8.
1 PH A-B Normal Overvoltage
2 PH B-C Normal Overvoltage
Alert Codes 3 PH A-C Normal Overvoltage
4 PH A-B Normal Undervoltage
Alert codes indicate the operating mode of the unit. See
5 PH B-C Normal Undervoltage
Figure 9-9 for a list of messages that can be displayed.
6 PH A-C Normal Undervoltage
See the ATS controller operation and installation
7 Normal Overfrequency
manual for more information.
8 Normal Underfrequency
9 Normal Phase Loss
10 PH A-B Emergency Overvoltage
11 PH B-C Emergency Overvoltage
12 PH A-C Emergency Overvoltage
13 PH A-B Emergency Undervoltage
14 PH B-C Emergency Undervoltage
15 PH A-C Emergency Undervoltage
16 Emergency Overfrequency
17 Emergency Underfrequency
18 Emergency Phase Loss
Codes 19--26 apply to 1-phase only
19 Normal Overvoltage
20 Normal Undervoltage
21 Normal Overfrequency
22 Normal Underfrequency
23 Emergency Overvoltage
24 Emergency Undervoltage
25 Emergency Overfrequency
26 Emergency Underfrequency
27 Aux Switch Fault (contactor or controller fault)
Figure 9-8 System Summary Window 28 Dbl Aux Sw Fault (contactor or controller fault)
29 Check Contactor (contactor or controller fault)
30 Power Down Error (controller fault)
31 RAM Error (controller fault)
32 Memory Error (controller fault)
33 Manual Transfer (reset via manual transfer switches)
34 Fault #1 (external fault)
35 Fault #2 (external fault)
Figure 9-9 System Summary Alert Codes

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9.12 Time Delays 9.13 Voltage Setpoints
Engine start, normal-to-emergency, emergency-to- This data window displays normal and emergency
normal, and engine cooldown time delays can be source pickup and dropout points as percentages of
changed using the controller keypad, Index 5. system voltage and in volts.

The rest of the time delays apply to the load shed Voltage setpoints can be changed using the controller
settings and are set using the controller keypad, keypad, Index 6. See the controller Operation Manual
Index 9. for instructions.

Figure 9-11 Voltage Setpoints Window

Figure 9-10 Time Delays

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 Section 10 Power Monitor

10.1 Introduction instructions provided with the converter module kit to

install and connect the module.
Monitor III can be used to monitor the Power Monitor
status and to start or stop a remote test. Use the DIP switches on the converter module to assign
a unique address to the controller.
The Power Monitor must be equipped with a
Modbusr/KBUS converter module. Refer to the Note: Use a unique address for each device in a
instructions provided with the kit to install and connect network. Use numbers between 1 and 247. Do
the converter module. not use 0 (zero).

Connect the power monitor to the PC or network and

configure the device for communications. Refer to
TT-1405 for connection diagrams and device setup
instructions.

10.3 Data Windows

Select Window→New Window to open the Add Window
screen. Select the generator set/controller from the list
on the left. Figure 9-1 illustrates the list of data windows
available for this controller.

The Manual Operations window allows remote starting

and stopping of the generator set, resetting faults, and
#
resetting maintenance records. User or supervisor
access is required to perform Manual Operations.
Figure 10-1 PM340 Power Monitor
There are no setup windows available for this controller.
Settings can be changed locally through the controller
10.2 Power Monitor Connection and keypad. Refer to the controller Operation Manual for
Setup instructions. See the List of Related Literature for
document part numbers.
DANGER

Hazardous voltage.
Will cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect all power sources before
opening the enclosure.

Opening the power monitor enclosure. Hazardous

voltage can cause severe injury or death. A transfer switch
or generator set connected to the power monitor could
automatically energize the power monitor or accessories.
Disconnect all power sources before opening the enclosure.
Move the generator set master switch on the controller to the
OFF position and disconnect the battery negative (--) lead
before proceeding.
Figure 10-2 Add Window
The power monitor must be equipped with a
Modbusr/KBUS converter module. Refer to the

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10.4 Data Window Summary
Data Window Item Notes
Analog Inputs Analog Inputs 1 and 2 Displays the measured input in percent of the maximum value, as calibrated
at the power monitor. Refer to the power monitor Operation Manual for more
information.
Auxiliary Inputs Inputs 1--6 Inhibit time in minutes and seconds (mm:ss).
Description, read from the power monitor for each input. Descriptions may
have been changed using Monitor II.
Date/Time Date Read from the power monitor.
Time
Electrical Info Voltage, line--line Displays VAC for L1-L2, L2-L3, and L3-L1
Voltage, line--neutral Displays VAC for L1-L0, L2-L0, and L3-L0
Current Displays amps for L1, L2, and L3
Frequency Hz
Total kW Kilowatts
Total kVAR kVAR
Power Factor X.XX
Power Supply Voltage VDC
History Run Time Normal, hours
Off, hours
Emergency, hours
Event History Date and event description for the four most recent events
Manual Engine Run Time Enter run time in hours:minutes, from 0:00 to 72:00.
Operations To stop the generator set, enter zero (0:00) and then click the Set Run Time
button.
Set Run Time Clicking this button will start the generator set if the Engine Run Time is not
zero (0:00)
System Info Device Name Displays information previously entered using Monitor II software. Cannot be
Location changed using Monitor III.

Load Description
Model No.
Specification No.
Device Serial No. Displays information read from the Power Monitor. Cannot be changed using
Controller Serial No. Monitor III.

System Summary System Status See Section 10.12.

Contactor Position Normal, Emergency, Off, or Undefined
Programming Mode Local, Off, or Remote
TEST MODE TIMED Grayed out if a test is not running
TEST MODE ACTIVE Grayed out if a test is not running
ATS Rating Read from the power monitor.
Nominal Voltage
Nominal Frequency
Phases
Connection Type

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10.5 Analog Inputs 10.7 Date/Time
The Analog Inputs window displays the readings for The date and time are read from the power monitor. Set
analog auxiliary inputs 1 and 2. If the descriptions have the time and date at the power monitor through Menu 3.
been changed using Monitor II software, those See the power monitor Operation and Installation
descriptions will be displayed. manual.

The scale of the analog input readings depends on the

power monitor calibration. Refer to the Power Monitor
Operation and Installation manual. See List of Related
Literature.

Figure 10-5 Date/Time Window

10.8 Electrical Info

The system information displayed in the Electrical Info
window corresponds to the information in power monitor
Figure 10-3 Analog Inputs Window Menu 1. The information cannot be altered.

10.6 Auxiliary Inputs

The time delay information displayed in the Auxiliary
Inputs window corresponds to the user-defined settings
from controller Menu 5.

If the descriptions have been changed using Monitor II

software, those descriptions will be displayed.

Figure 10-4 Auxiliary Inputs Window Figure 10-6 Electrical Info Window

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10.9 History The Manual Operations window allows the operator to
start a generator set engine or start an ATS test when
The System History window displays 1 to 4 of the last appropriate input and output connections are made to a
auxiliary warning or ATS test events, most recent first. generator set or transfer switch. The ATS can start the
This window corresponds to power monitor Menu 6. generator set and transfer the load during the test if the
ATS is set up to run a loaded test.

Note: This data menu allows the software operator to

start and run a generator set in a location that is
not within sight of the operator. Use care when
using this feature to prevent unintended starting
of the generator set.

Type the desired engine run time in hours:minutes (from

00:01 to 72:00) in the Engine Run Time box. Click on the
Set Run Time button to start the generator set.

To stop the engine before the run time expires, type

00:00 in the Engine Run Time box and click on Set Run
Time.

Figure 10-7 History Window

10.10
Manual Operations
WARNING

Accidental starting.
Can cause severe injury or death. Figure 10-8 Manual Operations Window
Disconnect the battery cables before
working on the generator set.
Remove the negative (--) lead first
when disconnecting the battery.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last
when reconnecting the battery.

Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can

cause severe injury or death. Before working on the
generator set or connected equipment, disable the generator
set as follows: (1) Move the generator set master switch to the
OFF position. (2) Disconnect the power to the battery charger.
(3) Remove the battery cables, negative (--) lead first.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last when reconnecting the
battery. Follow these precautions to prevent starting of the
generator set by an automatic transfer switch, remote
start/stop switch, or engine start command from a remote
computer.

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10.11 10.12
System Info System Summary
Descriptions and other system information that have The System Summary data window displays power
been entered using Monitor II software will be displayed monitor status information.
in the System Info window.
System Status Messages
Serial numbers can be entered using the power monitor
keypad through Menu 2. See the Power Monitor Possible system status messages are:
Operation and Installation manual.
D Test mode active

D System ready

D Power down error

D Auxiliary 1--6. A system warning condition exists

and is caused by auxiliary warning contact input 1--6.

The Test Mode Times and Test Mode Active messages

are grayed out when the power monitor is not running a
test. Starting a test, either through the Manual
Operations screen in this software or through the power
Figure 10-9 System Info Window monitor keypad, activates the Test Mode messages.

Figure 10-10
System Summary Window

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 Notes

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 Appendix A Abbreviations

The following list contains abbreviations that may appear in this publication.
A, amp ampere cfm cubic feet per minute exh. exhaust
ABDC after bottom dead center CG center of gravity ext. external
AC alternating current CID cubic inch displacement F Fahrenheit, female
A/D analog to digital CL centerline fglass. fiberglass
ADC analog to digital converter cm centimeter FHM flat head machine (screw)
adj. adjust, adjustment CMOS complementary metal oxide fl. oz. fluid ounce
ADV advertising dimensional substrate (semiconductor) flex. flexible
drawing cogen. cogeneration freq. frequency
AHWT anticipatory high water com communications (port) FS full scale
temperature coml commercial ft. foot, feet
AISI American Iron and Steel Coml/Rec Commercial/Recreational ft. lbs. foot pounds (torque)
Institute conn. connection
ALOP anticipatory low oil pressure ft./min. feet per minute
cont. continued g gram
alt. alternator CPVC chlorinated polyvinyl chloride
Al aluminum ga. gauge (meters, wire size)
crit. critical gal. gallon
ANSI American National Standards CRT cathode ray tube
Institute gen. generator
(formerly American Standards CSA Canadian Standards genset generator set
Association, ASA) Association GFI ground fault interrupter
AO anticipatory only CT current transformer
Cu copper GND, ground
API American Petroleum Institute
cu. in. cubic inch gov. governor
approx. approximate, approximately
cw. clockwise gph gallons per hour
AR as required, as requested
CWC city water-cooled gpm gallons per minute
AS as supplied, as stated, as
suggested cyl. cylinder gr. grade, gross
ASE American Society of Engineers D/A digital to analog GRD equipment ground
ASME American Society of DAC digital to analog converter gr. wt. gross weight
Mechanical Engineers dB decibel HxWxD height by width by depth
assy. assembly dBA decibel (A weighted) HC hex cap
ASTM American Society for Testing DC direct current HCHT high cylinder head temperature
Materials DCR direct current resistance HD heavy duty
ATDC after top dead center deg., ° degree HET high exhaust temperature,
ATS automatic transfer switch high engine temperature
dept. department
auto. automatic hex hexagon
dia. diameter
aux. auxiliary Hg mercury (element)
DI/EO dual inlet/end outlet
A/V audiovisual HH hex head
DIN Deutsches Institut fur Normung
avg. average e. V. HHC hex head cap
AVR automatic voltage regulator (also Deutsche Industrie HP horsepower
AWG American Wire Gauge Normenausschuss) hr. hour
AWM appliance wiring material DIP dual inline package HS heat shrink
bat. battery DPDT double-pole, double-throw hsg. housing
BBDC before bottom dead center DPST double-pole, single-throw HVAC heating, ventilation, and air
BC battery charger, battery DS disconnect switch conditioning
charging DVR digital voltage regulator HWT high water temperature
BCA battery charging alternator E, emer. emergency (power source) Hz hertz (cycles per second)
BCI Battery Council International EDI electronic data interchange IC integrated circuit
BDC before dead center EFR emergency frequency relay ID inside diameter, identification
BHP brake horsepower e.g. for example (exempli gratia) IEC International Electrotechnical
blk. black (paint color), block EG electronic governor Commission
(engine) EGSA Electrical Generating Systems IEEE Institute of Electrical and
blk. htr. block heater Association Electronics Engineers
BMEP brake mean effective pressure EIA Electronic Industries IMS improved motor starting
bps bits per second Association in. inch
br. brass EI/EO end inlet/end outlet in. H2O inches of water
BTDC before top dead center EMI electromagnetic interference in. Hg inches of mercury
Btu British thermal unit emiss. emission in. lbs. inch pounds
Btu/min. British thermal units per minute eng. engine Inc. incorporated
C Celsius, centigrade EPA Environmental Protection ind. industrial
Agency int. internal
cal. calorie
EPS emergency power system int./ext. internal/external
CARB California Air Resources Board
CB circuit breaker ER emergency relay I/O input/output
cc cubic centimeter ES engineering special, IP iron pipe
engineered special ISO International Organization for
CCA cold cranking amps ESD electrostatic discharge Standardization
ccw. counterclockwise est. estimated J joule
CEC Canadian Electrical Code E-Stop emergency stop JIS Japanese Industry Standard
cert. certificate, certification, certified etc. et cetera (and so forth)
cfh cubic feet per hour

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k kilo (1000) MTBF mean time between failure RHM round head machine (screw)
K kelvin MTBO mean time between overhauls rly. relay
kA kiloampere mtg. mounting rms root mean square
KB kilobyte (210 bytes) MW megawatt rnd. round
kg kilogram mW milliwatt ROM read only memory
kg/cm2 kilograms per square μF microfarad rot. rotate, rotating
centimeter N, norm. normal (power source) rpm revolutions per minute
kgm kilogram-meter NA not available, not applicable RS right side
kg/m3 kilograms per cubic meter nat. gas natural gas RTV room temperature vulcanization
kHz kilohertz NBS National Bureau of Standards SAE Society of Automotive
kJ kilojoule NC normally closed Engineers
km kilometer NEC National Electrical Code scfm standard cubic feet per minute
kOhm, kΩ kilo-ohm NEMA National Electrical SCR silicon controlled rectifier
kPa kilopascal Manufacturers Association s, sec. second
kph kilometers per hour NFPA National Fire Protection SI Systeme international d’unites,
kV kilovolt Association International System of Units
kVA kilovolt ampere Nm newton meter SI/EO side in/end out
kVAR kilovolt ampere reactive NO normally open sil. silencer
kW kilowatt no., nos. number, numbers SN serial number
kWh kilowatt-hour NPS National Pipe, Straight SPDT single--pole, double--throw
kWm kilowatt mechanical NPSC National Pipe, Straight-coupling SPST single--pole, single--throw
L liter NPT National Standard taper pipe spec, specs
LAN local area network thread per general use specification(s)
L x W x H length by width by height NPTF National Pipe, Taper-Fine sq. square
lb. pound, pounds NR not required, normal relay sq. cm square centimeter
lbm/ft3 pounds mass per cubic feet ns nanosecond sq. in. square inch
LCB line circuit breaker OC overcrank SS stainless steel
LCD liquid crystal display OD outside diameter std. standard
ld. shd. load shed OEM original equipment stl. steel
manufacturer tach. tachometer
LED light emitting diode OF overfrequency
Lph liters per hour TD time delay
opt. option, optional TDC top dead center
Lpm liters per minute OS oversize, overspeed
LOP low oil pressure TDEC time delay engine cooldown
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health TDEN time delay emergency to
LP liquefied petroleum Administration normal
LPG liquefied petroleum gas OV overvoltage TDES time delay engine start
LS left side oz. ounce TDNE time delay normal to
Lwa sound power level, A weighted p., pp. page, pages emergency
LWL low water level PC personal computer TDOE time delay off to emergency
LWT low water temperature PCB printed circuit board TDON time delay off to normal
m meter, milli (1/1000) pF picofarad temp. temperature
M mega (106 when used with SI PF power factor term. terminal
units), male ph., ∅ phase TIF telephone influence factor
m3 cubic meter
PHC Phillips head crimptite (screw) TIR total indicator reading
m3/min. cubic meters per minute
PHH Phillips hex head (screw) tol. tolerance
mA milliampere
PHM pan head machine (screw) turbo. turbocharger
man. manual
PLC programmable logic control typ. typical (same in multiple
max. maximum locations)
PMG permanent-magnet generator
MB megabyte (220 bytes) pot potentiometer, potential UF underfrequency
MCM one thousand circular mils ppm parts per million UHF ultrahigh frequency
MCCB molded-case circuit breaker PROM programmable read-only UL Underwriter’s Laboratories, Inc.
meggar megohmmeter memory UNC unified coarse thread (was NC)
MHz megahertz psi pounds per square inch UNF unified fine thread (was NF)
mi. mile pt. pint univ. universal
mil one one-thousandth of an inch PTC positive temperature coefficient US undersize, underspeed
min. minimum, minute PTO power takeoff UV ultraviolet, undervoltage
misc. miscellaneous PVC polyvinyl chloride V volt
MJ megajoule qt. quart, quarts VAC volts alternating current
mJ millijoule qty. quantity VAR voltampere reactive
mm millimeter R replacement (emergency) VDC volts direct current
mOhm, mΩ power source VFD vacuum fluorescent display
milliohm rad. radiator, radius VGA video graphics adapter
MOhm, MΩ RAM random access memory
megohm VHF very high frequency
RDO relay driver output W watt
MOV metal oxide varistor ref. reference
MPa megapascal WCR withstand and closing rating
rem. remote w/ with
mpg miles per gallon Res/Coml Residential/Commercial
mph miles per hour w/o without
RFI radio frequency interference wt. weight
MS military standard
RH round head xfmr transformer
m/sec. meters per second

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