Dst4602 Modulo de Controle
Dst4602 Modulo de Controle
Dst4602 Modulo de Controle
Technical Handbook
Filename: Rev. 00 Document ID
EABM039100EN.doc Date: 22/09/2011 EAAM0391
Product:
HT DST4602
Revision
WARNING! This word refers to the safety messages about risks that,
unless avoided, can lead to minor or moderate injuries or damage.
The message may also be used for hazards that can lead to damage to
property and/or injury to persons.
By modifying some parameters, it’s possible to adapt the controller to various plant types, so
achieving the maximum simplification of the external circuits. In parallel applications, a power
regulator PI controller is embedded for power modulation, in addition to the synchronization
circuit. The SICES PMCB (Power Management Communication Bus) standard outfit allows
using the controllers in multiple load-sharing generators applications.
1.3 Requirements
Proper use of this manual requires specific knowledge in gen-set use and installation and
parallel applications, if any.
1.4 Definitions
ALARM - refers to a fault that prevents generator's operation, thus leading to automatic and immediate
emergency engine shutdown.
DE-ACTIVATION - refers to a fault that prevents the generator's operation, thus leading to automatic
engine shutdown (including a cooling phase).
[5] BOSCH CAN Specification – Version 2.0 – 1991, Robert Bosch Gmbh
2. Connections
WARNING! DUE TO HIGH INTERNAL VOLTAGES, THE DEVICE ENCLOSURE
MUST BE GROUNDED.
An external installation for overcurrent protection is required for each mains/bus and
generator phase. Under normal operation conditions, the controller input impedance for
generator and mains/bus lines, is greater than 1 Mohm. A 1 A protection threshold is
adequate.
The safety ground connection wire must have at least the same (or greater) cross section as
the wires used to connect mains/bus and generator. The section of the wire must match
the overcurrent protection value used.
For CAT.IV applications, the auxiliary low voltage negative supply (terminal 1 of connector
J20 GND) must be connected to ground. Otherwise, the operation conditions must be
requested to S.I.C.E.S.
For CAT.IV applications, the max applicable voltage is 300 Vac (L-N phase-to-neutral) and
520 Vac (L-L phase-to-phase). Maximum voltage to ground is 300 Vac.
For CAT.III applications, the max applicabl voltage is 345 Vac (L-N phase-to-neutral) and
600 Vac (L-L phase-to-phase). Maximum voltage to ground is 600 Vac.
For CAT.IV applications with the GCB contactor powered by generator, use phase L1 to
power terminal 1 of connector J4.
Top view
Bottom view
Information: We recommend you to use input serial diodes in case one or more
devices have digital inputs connected in parallel. This prevents false contact
acquisitions when a device is powered Off.
DST4XX DST4XX
J1-x J1-x
Some inputs functions are programmable and can be modified through the programming
menu.
Therefore, up to twenty configurable outputs are available. Configurable outputs are used
for:
The following tables show all the possible functions (ordered by categories).
Codes to associate the output to engine auxiliary commands. See also 3.7.
Code Description
2 Glow-plugs preheating commands (Diesel engines).
14 Gas valve command (gas engines).
16 Engine stop command when energized.
23 Idle speed command
25 Engine enable command: this command is activated together with the fuel solenoid
valve, but is disabled before it (time configurable with P.0234)
Code Description
1 Reset pulse. The controller generates a one-second pulse on this output when
resetting the anomalies (key switched to OFF/RESET). NOTE: no pulse generated
during the acknowledgment operation (ACK/TEST button). Refer also to chapter 4.
3 Fuel pump command (refer to paragraph 5.4).
4 Load management (refer to paragraph 5.11).
15 Monostable: generates an impulse of known length when an input is activated (see
HT DST4602 parameters table).
21 External horn: the output is activated in parallel to the internal horn.
24 Coolant preheating. The controller can activate this output when the fluid
temperature decreases below a settable threshold.
26 Enable synchronizer. This output is activated during the synchronization phase
(both on MCB and GCB). It can be used to enable the external synchronizer, the
synchronoscope, etc…
27 Enable load sharing unit. This output is activated during load sharing step (MPM o
MPtM). It must to be used to enable the external load sharing unit, if PMCB bus is
not used to run the sharing.
28 Select reverse synchronization. This output is activated during the synchronization
phase (only on MCB). It can be used to switch voltage inputs on external
synchronizer to synchronize both on MCB and GCB.
29 Disable MCB minimum voltage coil. When active, it disables the MCB minimum
voltage coil, and then opens it. When not active, it allows the breaker to close.
30 Enable GCB minimum voltage coil. When not active, it disables the GCB minimum
voltage coil, and then opens it. When active, it allows the breaker to close.
31 IGG closing command. Allows to close the breaker connecting the parallel bars to
loads.
Code Description
5 Signal for TEST in progress (refer to par. 3.1)..
6 Signal for mains measures in tolerance (refer to par. 3.3).
7 Signal for generator measures in tolerance
8 Signal for engine running.
9 Signal for (cumulative) generator anomalies: D01, A02, A06, A08, A15, A16, A52,
A53, X55.
10 Signal for (cumulative) engine anomalies: A05, A21, A22, W31, W32, A33, A34,
W37, W38, X39, A41, A42, W43, W44, A47, W49.
11 Signal for (cumulative) engine speed regulator anomalies: D03, A04, A11, A17,
A18, A19.
12 Signal for (cumulative) fuel anomalies: A25, A26, W27, W28, W29, W30.
13 Signal for (cumulative) change-over anomalies: W13, W14, W23, W24.
17 Signal for (cumulative) anomalies classified as alarms and deactivations.
18 Signal for (cumulative) anomalies classified as warnings.
19 Key-lock switch in MAN or AUTO.
20 Key-lock in AUTO.
In addition to the a.m. codes, code 22 is provided for configuring the output for an internal
status generic signal. 128 conditions are defined, that include all alarms and warnings
(already implemented or future) and a series of status such as mains, generator, engine,
change-over, key-lock switch, etc. One to 128 conditions can be associated to each output,
which will be activated if at least one condition is met (OR logic). NOTE: an AND logic is also
possible, by selecting all the conditions except the requested ones, and reversing the output
status. The document [7] provides a table listing all possible conditions, numbered from 0 to
127. Not all conditions are assigned: some spare conditions are reserved for future
requirements. In particular, conditions from 0 and 95 are reserved for alarms and warnings.
The conditions can be configured on the controller using the programming parameters. The
128 possible conditions are divided in two blocks of 64 each. Two parameters are provided
for each output, allowing to set the two blocks of 64 bit (for output 21, parameters are P.0601
and P.0602). Each parameter allows to set the 64 bit status as a hexadecimal string (to
represent 64 bit, 8 bytes and 16 hexadecimal characters are required). In the 16
hexadecimal digits, the last digit on the right is the less significant. Moreover, between the
two parameters associated to each output, the one with lower index sets the conditions
numbered from 0 to 63; the one with higher index sets the conditions from 64 to 127. For
example: parameter P.0601 contains the string 0800000000000001 and parameter P.0602
the string 0100000400000000; these two parameters configure the output 21 (you must first
set 22 in parameter P.0584). In the string in P.0601, bits 0 and 59 are active, which
correspond to the conditions 0 (overcrank alarm) and 59 (maximum auxiliary current alarm).
In the string P.0602, the bits 34 and 56 are active, which correspond to the conditions
64+34=98 (cumulative alarms) and 64+56=120 (engine running). The output 21 will activate
if at least one of the four previous conditions is met (the example has no meaning; it is used
only to show the relation between the parameters and the conditions for the outputs).
First digit on the right contains bits (functions) 0 to 3 or, if this is the highest parameter
(i.e. P.0602), the functions 64 to 67.
For each digit shifting to the left, increase the counter of 4 until the digit containing the bit
(desired function) is located.
Alternatively, divide by 4 the function number and start counting left to right till obtaining
the division's result: remember that the first digit on the left has index 0.
The following table lists outputs having free potential contacts max. 4 A / 250 Vac.
Information: The GCB relay activates to close the gen-set load; the MCB relay
activates to open the mains load.
The table below lists the outputs having terminal 1 of connector J5 as a (positive or negative)
terminal in common for the outputs INPUT1 to INPUT4.
Output voltage shall be the one applied to the terminal. Some of these outputs have variable
functions that can be configured through the programming parameters.
Positive
Common or Terminal for Common live input for
J5 - 1 Negative OUTPUT1 to OUTPUT4
Common
Live relay
OUTPUT 1: “1032 - FUEL PUMP”:
contact max. 1
J5 - 2 A / 30 Vdc,
programmable output pre-assigned to fuel
pump control.
N.O.
Live relay
OUTPUT 2: “4034 - FUEL ANOMALY”:
contact max. 1
J5 - 3 A / 30 Vdc,
programmable output, preassigned to the
function 'fuel anomaly'.
N.O.
Live relay
OUTPUT 3: “3152 – EXTERNAL HORN”
contact max. 1
J5 - 4 A / 30 Vdc,
: programmable output preassigned to
'anomalies signalling' function (horn).
N.O.
Live relay
OUTPUT 4: “STOP COMMAND”:
contact max. 1
J5 - 5 A / 30 Vdc,
programmable output pre-assigned to stop
command when energized.
N.O.
Live relay
contact max. 1 OUTPUT 6: “1003 – FUEL SOLENOID
J5 - 8 A / 30 Vdc, VALVE”: fuel solenoid valve command.
N.O.
The following table lists the outputs with the battery negative pole as common terminal.
Active outputs connect to ground; otherwise, they are open circuit. All these outputs can be
configured through programming parameters.
The controller is equipped with a J17 or J22 input for measuring auxiliary currents.
For the controller to acquire the J17 input measure (Toroid), the installed option (with
parameter P.0109 Transformer type for auxiliary power) must be set:
In case a Toroid is used, ensure to set 1 in parameter P.0109, the primary dimming
ratio in parameter P.0108 and the secondary dimming ratio in parameter P.0140.
According to the configuration, ensure to set also the auxiliary current reading parameters:
P.0130 Auxiliary current connection. Set the values that define where the AT or the
Toroid are installed (0=Generator, 1=Loads, 2= Mains).
P.0131 Auxiliary current use. Set the values that define the used measure (0=not
used, 1= general usage, 2=neutral on generator, 3=differential protection,
4=mains power measure ).
Parameter P.0132 (correction for calculating power on the mains), allows to enter a
correction value; up to three decimals can be entered. This value is only used in case
parameter P.0131 is set to 4.
After completing the configuration, the measure is shown in page M.01 and/or M.06 of the
display. By using parameters P.0367 and P.0368 it is possible to enable a protection in case
a threshold value (A45) is exceeded.
Toroid terminal
J17 - 1 with max 40 A Toroid IN input for differential measure.
reading
Toroid terminal
J17 - 2 with max 40 A Toroid RTN input for differential measure.
reading
As an alternative to connector J22
Terminal AT
(amperometric CT4(S1) 'hot' pole input for measuring the differential
J22 - 1 transformer) protection auxiliary current.
XXX/max. 5 A
For current measures, ensure to connect to the controller only ATs (current transformers)
with max 5 A on the secondary (intermediate values available with parameter P.0139). The
'hot' pole of the a.m. ATs must be connected to the terminals 1, 3 and 5; the 'cold' pole must
be connected to the terminals 2, 4 and 6 (reversing these connections does not cause
current measure errors, even though it completely alters power measures). If needed, other
external devices can be connected to the same AT's, even after the controller.
Voltages measure circuits for the inputs of connectors J23 and J24 can manage up to 600 V
phase-to-phase (values defined by parameters P.0116 and P.0102).
Information: (MAX 300 Vac CAT.IV Working L-N Voltage - MAX 520 Vac CAT.IV
Working L-L Voltage - MAX 600 Vac CAT.III Working L-L Voltage).
Over said voltages, TVs are to be used on the inputs J18 and J19 that can manage up to
100 V (values defined by parameters P.0102, P.0103, and P.0104 for the generator and
P.0116, P.0117 and P.0118 for the mains/bus).
Information: (MAX 150 Vac CAT.IV Working L-N Voltage - MAX 150 Vac CAT.IV
Working L-L Voltage - MAX 300Vac CAT.III Working L-L Voltage).
1. Live inputs are “ANALOG INPUT 1”, “ANALOG INPUT 2” and, when not used for D+,
also “ANALOG INPUT 6”. Ground references for inputs “ANALOG INPUT 1” and
“ANALOG INPUT 2” are respectively Pin 2 and 4 of J15.
2. Resistive inputs are “ANALOG INPUT 3”, “ANALOG INPUT 4” and “ANALOG INPUT 5”.
Differential measure is performed via the corresponding input, while the ground
reference “ANALOG REF.” via pins 5 and 6 of J27. A further setting is possible
through dipswitch SW4, that allows to set the VDO sensors curve for measuring oil
pressure and coolant temperature:
Standard configuration
With SW4-1 set to ON it is possible to acquire a resistive pressure sensor
with 300 ohm max value.
With SW4-2 set to ON it is possible to acquire a resistive temperature sensor
with 1,800 ohm max value.
Special configuration
With SW4-1 set to OFF it is possible to acquire a resistive pressure sensor
with 400 ohm max value.
With SW4-2 set to OFF it is possible to acquire a resistive temperature
sensor with 8,000 ohm (8 K) max value.
ANALOG INPUT 5
This input is related to level measure and can acquire level sensors up to 10,000
ohm (10 K)
Configuration carried out for VDO sensors, generic sensor or as digital input.
Configuration via operator's panel is limited, as only some sensor curves are stored in the
controller; thus, it is not possible to create a measure curve via the operator's panel.
In order to configure sensors featuring different curves, you need a PC with the software
“controller PRG 3 ver.3.0” and/or higher, and a connection interface to the controller HT
DST4602. For these types of connection refer to the document [4] SICES EAAS0341xx–
Serial communication.
The software section "I/O”, at the sub-menu "analog inputs”, contains all the sensor's
manufacturer guidelines that allow to configure the different measure curves, the required
decimal digits and the resolution points.
After creating the sensor, it can be saved for future usage and then transmitted to the
controller.
Information: Sensors configuration follows the same rules used for read and
write parameters. That is, if you transmit a sensor configuration to the controller,
this will overwrite the previous configuration.
Before overwriting we recommend you to save any sensor stored in the controller.
In order to save the sensor configuration in the controller, press the button "Save”
and name the sensor with extension *.sns.
Below you will find an example of a sensor with 0..5 V live input named “OIL LEVEL”:
Positive analog
Positive polarity analog live
J7 - 1 output
signal
In current
J7 - 3
Positive analog
Positive polarity analog live
J8 - 1 output
signal
In current
2.3.7 Offset
Trimmers TR2 and/or TR4, respectively for analog outputs 1 and 2, are factory set for a
value centering referred to the current range actually set.
Correct values:
50% piloting 10 mA 0 mA 0 mA
INFORMATION! In case use of an external trimmer or resistor is required, pin 2 and pin
3 of connectors J7 and/or J8 shall be devoid of connections.
In order to obtain a live output, you need to insert a resistor or a trimmer in parallel with the
Current Loop line, positive (+) pole pin 1 and negative pole (-) pin 4 of connector J7 and/or
J8.
WARNING! Take all required precautions in order to avoid contact danger on the
CurrentLoop lines as, depending on the characteristics of the external device, the
external resistor or trimmer could reach extremely high operation voltages.
INFORMATION! This procedure requires disconnecting any wire that can affect the
value.
Example 3: Internal trimmer
Required voltage: min. 0 V to max. 3V
Select ± 10 mA
The internal trimmer shall be adjusted to a resistive value of: 300 ohm
In order to verify the full scale range adjustment and the centering value, use a multimeter
with full scale in Volt on pins +1 and -4 of connector J7 and/or J8. With different controller
setpoint values set to 0%, 50% or 100% it is possible to adjust the setpoint centering through
the trimmer TR2 and/or TR4.
INFORMATION! This procedure requires disconnecting any wire that can affect the
value.
Connector J16 is the main serial connection for RS232, using one 9 pins male CANON
connector. Connector J14 is the secondary serial connection for RS232 or RS485, using one
4 pins connector. J14 configuration, between RS232 or RS 485, is performed through
switches close to the connector.
1-nc 1-RX
2-RX 2-TX
3-TX 3-GND
4-DTR 4-DTR
5-GND RS485: switch S5= RS485 switch S5= ON (used for balancing 120
ohm lines)
6-DSR 1-A
7-RTS 2-B
8-nc 3-nc
9-nc 4-nc
INFORMATION! For correct operation of the 2nd Serial in RS232 mode, ensure that
switch S5 is set to OFF.
The serial port J16 can be used in the following two modes, that can be selected through
parameter P.0451:
0: the serial port is set for RS232 and/or RS485 serial communication, using pin 4 (DTR)
as a check signal for transmit/receive switching.
1: the serial port is set for RS232 and/or Modem serial communication. PSTN and/or
GSM modems are supported. The HT DST4602 provides modem management,
initialization, registration on the network, SMS messages and data calls.
This serial port can be configured using parameters P.0451 (Modbus address), P.0453
(Baud rate) and P.0454 (parity, data bits and stop bits), P.0470 (Modbus registers order) and
P.0476 (delay before answering, in ms).
0: the second serial port works exactly as the first one (refer to document [4]). Exception:
it’s not possible to connect a modem to the second serial port.
This serial port can be configured using parameters P.0472 (Modbus address), P.0473
(Baud rate) and P.0474 (parity, data bits and stop bits), P.0475 (Modbus registers order) and
P.0477 (delay before answering, in ms).
Fore more details, refer to document [2] SICES EAAM0136xx – J1939 interfaces Users
Manual.
The connector used complies with CANopen [1] specifications. Warning: the golden contacts
connector must not be replaced with other models.
The interface is galvanically isolated. Therefore, power lines connection is required. For
more details refer to the document [6].
Firmware update requires an initial Boot procedure through the dipswitch SW3 and the
button P1.
The connection cable used is an Ethernet standard patch cable with direct EIA/TIA 568A
connection.
This connection cable is supplied on request; available lengths are 6'8”, 10' and 16'8” max.
where they’re described in detail. In this document the general programming structure and
the operating procedure to read and/or modify parameters are described.
To access parameters change mode, scroll with the UP and DOWN buttons to menu
P.03-Programming and press ENTER to start.
To exit programming menu and to return to the main screen press the EXIT button.
While in the main page of the PROGRAMMING mode, press the SHIFT button; the lower
status bar will display the following message:
Press ENTER to access program function. -
2.7.1.1 Organization
To each parameter are associated:
Parameters are grouped in menus, organized in a tree structure (a menu can contain
more menus). Mixed menus do not exist: a menu cannot contain both parameters and
other menus.
A numeric code. In case of secondary menus, the code consists of the main menu code,
plus a dot and its own code.
2.7.1.2 Protection
In case one or more passwords have been assigned, the first page (000-Access Code) of
the SYSTEM menu will request setting an access code.
Password is not assigned if equal to 0 (only valid for Manufacturer, Installer and User
passwords).
The Password setting pages are displayed in the SYSTEM submenu, if the user is granted
modification rights.
In programming mode, in case the page for password change is not displayed when you
enter the Password, press EXIT to return to the previous menu and try opening the page
again.
The set access code remains in memory for about 10 minutes after programming has been
completed. After this time, it must be entered again to access the programming mode.
1. SICES password
2. Manufacturer password
3. Installer password
4. User password
5. Serial ports Password
1. SICES password allows to display and change all parameters, including plant
configuration critical parameters related to parallel functionality. (refer to document
[7] SICES EAAM0380xx– HT DST4602 parameters table)
After first use, it is possible to continue using it for up to two hours of engine operation.
After this time, a new password must be obtained from SICES.
3. At INSTALLER level it is possible to display and modify the User Password and the
Installer Password and access all parameters related to configuration, excluding
parameters requiring the MANUFACTURER and SICES passwords. . (refer to
document [7] SICES EAAM0380xx– HT DST4602 parameters table)
4. At END USER level it is possible to display and modify only the User Password and
access parameters that allow adjusting sequence times and base configurations, but
do not allow altering the plant's basic operation. . (refer to document [7] SICES
EAAM0380xx– HT DST4602 parameters table)
5. The “Serial Ports” can only be set and/or seen through the user panel; when set, this
password prevents any command from the serial line.
Each parameter is associated to a user type (in the document [7] SICES EAAM0380xx– HT
DST4602 Parameter Table, this association is shown in the column "ACC”, with the "S” for
SICES, "C” for Manufacturer, "I” for Installer and "U” for the End User).
The general rule provides that parameters can only be modified when the key switch is in
“OFF/RESET-PROGRAM” position. Some parameters make exception and are modifiable
with the key in whichever position, even with the engine running. As a general rule, if a
parameter cannot be modified, it will be enclosed between < and > while, if it can be
modified, it is enclosed between [ and ] : that is, valid also for the restrictions due to
password
If the operator has to modify a parameter, he/she must input first the proper password in the
parameter P.0000 (1.1.1 Authentication”), so that the controller can recognize it as
“Manufacturer”, “Installer” or “End User”. The parameter is available, with key in mode
OFF/RESET-PROGRAM, at path: P.03 PROGRAMMING\1.SYSTEM\1.1 Security\1.1.1
Authentication. After completing this operation, it will be possible to modify the required
parameters. The access code entered remains saved in P.0000 for about 10 minutes since
It is possible to customize the user type passwords through the parameter P.0001
(Manufacturer), P.0002 (Installer) and P.0003 (End User), available in the path P.03
PROGRAMMING\1.SYSTEM\1.1 Security\1.1.2 Password configuration. Value "0” for
these parameters means no password set. The following examples show all the
combinations for passwords assignment.
Information! A parameter value can always be read but it can only be modified in
case the "P.0000-Access code” contains a proper password. Parameters P.0001,
P.0002, P.0003 and P.0469 (serial ports password) are excluded: actually, they are not
displayed in case "P.0000-Access code” does not contain a proper password.
Parameter P.0469 – Serial ports password can only be viewed and/or modified
through operator panel and with at least Installer rights.
1 System
2 Sequence
3 Protections
4 Auxiliary functions
7 Engine Canbus
8 Parallel
Three basic menus are provided in order for the controller to learn the panel (or the plant in
general).
Menu 1-SYSTEM allows to show how the controller connects to the engine and
to the generator and the kind of plant. Correct setting of these parameters is
paramount as almost all protection activation thresholds are expressed as a
percentage of these parameters.
All operations not related to system, sequence and protections configuration, can
be performed through the menu 4-AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS. This menu contains
other menus used for configuring engine's auxiliary functions, history logs and
serial communication.
The engine menu 7-CAN BUS allows to set the way the controller communicates
on the bus to acquire the engine measures and, should need be, send
commands.
The menu 8- PARALLEL allows to set all the parallel operation related
parameters, including those related to the load management function.
To enter programming mode, use the UP ▲ and DOWN ▼ buttons till the base
PROGRAMMING mode (P.03) screen is displayed.
Information! when in a mode that limits the use of vertical scrolling buttons, you may
require to press repeatedly the EXIT button (this can occur when displaying history logs or
during some operations, such as setting the fuel pump control mode).
While in the main page of the PROGRAMMING mode, press the SHIFT button; the lower
status bar will display the following message:
Press ENTER to access program function. -
The menu or variable selected before the last exit from programming are automatically
displayed when starting the procedure (the main menu is displayed the first time you
access).
Press the ENTER button to access the selected (highlighted) sub-menu. Press the EXIT
button to leave the menu (back to the previous menu or to the base screen if exiting
programming in the main menu).
Pressing the SHIFT button will cause the following message to display in the lower status
bar.
ACK/TEST+EXIT:default ENTER/EXIT:navig. menu
The unambiguous parameter code (four decimal digits), followed by the description
in the current language, is shown in second and/or third line.
Fourth line shows the variable value, included in square brackets, aligned to the
right side. For some parameters, on the left side of the fourth line, a value is shown in
some way related to the actual parameter value. For example, in the case of the rated
generator power, the rated plant current is shown, derived from the rated generator
voltage (P. 0102) and from the parameter itself (rated power, P.0106). Sometimes, this
additional measure can be displayed for showing its absolute value, when the
parameter is a percentage of other values, .
Use the UP▲ and/or DOWN ▼ buttons to scroll trough the menu to the lower and upper index
items (pressing the UP ▲ button allows to directly cycle from the first item to the last one). Press
In case modifying the displayed parameter is allowed, press the ENTER button; the square
brackets ([ ]) enclosing the value will blink to signal that the modification is in progress. Press
again the ENTER button to confirm the new value; press the EXIT button to abort and return
to the original value.
Bits: Some parameters are managed with bits. Each bit set to 1 enables a
function and each bit set to 0 disables a function. Each bit is assigned a value.
The parameter must be set as the result of the sum of the values associated to the
functions you require to enable. 8 bits can be used. The description of these
parameters is shown in a table like the one below:
Numerics: the value can be modified by pressing the UP▲ and/or DOWN▼ buttons, in
order to increase or decrease one unit from the most rightwards decimal digit (if you
press the above buttons plus SHIFT, the figure will be increased or decreased by ten
units at a time). The change is cyclical: increasing over the maximum value when will lead
to the minimum one and vice versa.
Numerics selected in a pre-defined list (for example, the primary of the ATs): same as
for numeric parameters, considering that the UP▲ and/or DOWN▼ buttons allow to pass
Strings (e.g. telephone numbers): in this case the display shows also a cursor
indicating the currently selected character in the string. The UP▲ and/or DOWN▼
buttons work on the selected character (passing to the one after/before in the ASCII
table. If you press the above buttons plus SHIFT, you will move to the one 10 units
before/after). The ◄► buttons allow to select the character to be modified.
Information! you can only set the ASCII characters from 32 (Space) to 127 (Escape).
It is not possible to set extended ASCII characters (over 127) and the control ones (from
zero to 31).
Hexadecimal strings (e.g. output bitmaps): same as for the string parameters, but
the selectable characters are only ”0-9” and “A-F” (only capitals).
Press the EXIT button 'n' times to scroll back to the main menu, then press it
again to exit programming. The main menu will be displayed on the next access
to programming.
Pressing and holding the EXIT button for one sec from any location: will cause
instantaneous exit from programming; next access will return you to the very
same point.
Turn the key switch on AUTO or MAN: next access will return you to the very
same point.
Sometimes, it may be useful to reload parameters factory values. To do so, first access
programming, then press and hold the ACK/TEST and EXIT buttons simultaneously for five
seconds. Reload of factory values will be confirmed by a message on the display.
When displaying a variable, if you press the SHIFT button, the lower status bar will display
the following message:
ACK+EXIT (5s): default -
Information! factory values are reloaded only for parameters for which you are granted
access rights.
WARNING! Setting the trip time of the parameters to 0 disables the protection.
Protections and alarms can generally be configured using dedicated variables. Generally,
the trip time can also be configured.
Page S.01 (STATUS) shows system status information. Part of this information is shown on
the bottom status bar.
The engine diagnostic codes are stored (even if the engine deactivates them) until the
yellow/red CanBus indicator light warning is acknowledged with the ACK/TEST button.
Page S.03 (CONTROLLER STATUS) contains some information about the device (Serial
Number, Date, Firmware installed, Internal code); in addition, in this page is also possible to
change the language.
Page S.05 (CAN BUS) is dedicated to the communication status of the following networks:
CAN0 (ECU INTERFACE - Engine Control Unit.J1939 or MTU), CAN1 (PMCBUS: Power
Management Communication Bus) and CAN2 (EX-BUS: Expansion-BUS).
Pages S.06, S.07, S.08, S.09, S.10, S.11, S.12 and S.13 (SYSTEM STATUS) display the
generic status of the digital inputs.
The generic status function, and their visualization priority in the pages, are pre-assigned
when configuring system parameters.
Page S.14 (DIGITAL INPUTS) displays the status of the digital inputs of the controller and
the expansion modules (available only if the DITEL expansion module/s is/are installed).
Press the ENTER button to display three different screens (LOGIC STATE, PHYSICAL
STATE, BY FUNCTION) showing the acquisition of digital inputs:
- LOGIC STATE: Active or inactive level according to a logic configuration that inverts the
electrical signal actually acquired.
- PHYSICAL STATUS: Active or inactive level of the electrical signal actually acquired.
- BY FUNCTION: Displays the status of the main events related to digital inputs.
Page S.15 (DIGITAL OUTPUTS) shows the status of the controller's digital outputs. The
status of the expansion module outputs is only shown if the DITEL expansion module/s
is/are installed.
Press the ENTER button to display three different screens (LOGIC STATE, PHYSICAL
STATE, BY FUNCTION) showing the state of digital outputs:
- LOGIC STATE: Active or inactive output depending on a logic configuration that inverts the
electrical level.
- PHYSICAL STATUS: Active or inactive output for the actual electrical level.
- BY FUNCTION: Displays the main status of the digital outputs.
Page S.16 (ANALOG INPUTS) displays the value of the controller's analog inputs. The
value of the expansion modules' analog inputs is only displayed if the DITEMP/DIVIT
expansion module/s is/are installed.
Page S.17 (ANALOG OUTPUTS) displays the value of the controller's analog outputs. The
value of the expansion modules' analog outputs is only displayed if the DANOUT expansion
module/s is/are installed.
Press the ENTER button to display two different screens (LOGIC STATE, BY FUNCTION)
showing the analog outputs values and their function:
- LOGIC STATE: Displays the output value.
- BY FUNCTION: Displays the output value and the pre-assigned function.
Scroll through the various pages using the ◄LEFT e ►RIGHT buttons.
This mode displays all the information on the measures performed by the controller on the
electric lines.
Page M.01 (SYSTEM) displays a unifilar wiring diagram of the system. The status of the
switches, the MAINS/BUS, the GENERATOR and the electrical values depend on the plant
configuration.
Furthermore, a window for controlling the main active power and the power factor is
displayed, according to system type.
Page M.02 (MAINS) displays the MAINS or BUS electrical magnitudes.
Page M.04(POWER VALUES) displays the total and phase power values, the active,
reactive and apparent power values, and the power factor.
Page M.05(ENERGY COUNTERS) displays the GENERATOR partial and total energy
counters.
Page M.07 (SYNCHRONISATION) is used during synchronization. With the key switch in
MAN mode, use the displayed synchroscope for manual synchronisation (only displayed if
the internal synchronisation system is configured).
Page M.08 (PARALLEL) displays the parameters used to monitor the parallel function.
Page E.01 (ENGINE) displays the engine main analog measures sensed by the analog
sensors. Some engine measures are only displayed if the CAN J1939, MTU system is
configured.
Page E.02 (ENGINE COUNTERS) displays the engine's partial and total counters.
Page E.06 (FUEL PUMP) (displayed only if FUEL PUMP management is configured)
contains information about the fuel pump. The fuel pump management system can be
modified in this page (refer to par. 6.2).
Pages E.07, E.08, E.09, E.10, E.11, E.12, E.13 and E.14 (EXTERNAL MEASURES)
(displayed only if the DITEMP/DIVIT expansion module/s is/are installed and/or the device
inputs are configured for generic measures).
Information! The analog inputs pre-assigned for main measures do not fall under
this category.
Page B.01 (CONTROLLERS ON PMCBUS) displays status information about the PMCB
(Power Management Communication Bus) network. This includes the number of network
devices, the load function operating mode, the pilot generator identifier and the priority list.
Page B.02 (GENERATORS) displays measures (Power reference, Power delivery, Reactive
power, Operating hours and Status) of power values for gen-sets on the PMCBUS (Power
Management Communication Bus) network.
Page B.04 (LOAD MANAGEMENT) displays all the information relating to load management
configuration on the PMCBUS(Power Management Communication Bus) network.
Information! Refer to the following document for the meaning of the parameters:
EAAM0380XX (Parameters Table).
When in operation and not in OFF/RESET mode, the controller performs periodical or on-
event recordings that can be partially configured with programming parameters.
1. Events
2. Analog archive
3. Engine-DTC
The history logs can be accessed in any controller working status. To access archive
visualization, press the ▲ and ▼ buttons till the HISTORY LOGS (H.01) page is displayed.
Information! when in a mode limiting the use of vertical scroll buttons you may
require to press repeatedly the EXIT button.
Press the SHIFT button when the main page of HISTORY LOGS is displayed; the lower
status bar will display the following message:
Press ENTER to view history logs -
At the start of the procedure, the menu of the various archives functions is displayed.
The first line always shows the numerical indication of the selected function and the number
of functions in the menu.
The following display lines are used in order to show the selectable functions. The selected
item is highlighted in reverse (REVERSE).
Use the ▲ e ▼ buttons to cyclically scroll through the menu to the lower and upper index items (i.e.
pressing the ▲ allows to directly cycle from the first item to the last one).
Press ENTER to enable the selected function (the one highlighted in reverse); press the
EXIT button to return to page “H.01”.
Pressing the SHIFT button will cause the following message to display in the lower status
bar.
ACK/EXIT:delete ENTER/EXIT:navig. menu
Bits management:
Bit Val. 0441 Ver. Description.
0 1 00.00 Controller modes.
1 2 00.00 Mains status.
2 4 00.00 Generator status.
3 8 00.00 Engine status.
4 16 00.00 Switches status.
5 32 00.00 Switches controls.
6 64 00.00 Start/stop requests.
7 128 00.00 Fuel pump controls.
Below you will find a table showing the codes of all possible events.
The following table shows the alarm codes. To identify the alarm type, you must put the first
digit displayed before the digits that identify the alarm's cause.
Example:
When simulating an emergency stop, the archive window will display: E0048: A048
Emergency stop.
The same event, read in serial, will be displayed as: 5048, where the first digit defines the
type (5 = Alarm), followed by the cause code (048= Emergency Stop)
Some alarm codes are only displayed in case specific digital inputs and/or analog value
thresholds are configured in the device.
You can assign alarm codes not only to the HT DST4602 inputs, but also to the additional
modules, such as DITEL, DITHERM, DIGRIN AND DIVIT.
Alarm codes assigned to the controller and additional modules input analog thresholds range
from 301 to 552. Alarm codes assigned to the controller and additional modules digital inputs
range from 701 to 870.
The tables listing the relevant inputs are shown in the document [7] SICES EAAM0380xx–
Parameters Table HT DST4602.
Each event has four information pages. The main page has the following format:
Manual
Startup attempt
Generator failure
Mains on
GCB not open
MCB closed
The first line shows the event currently displayed (2), the partial events stored (6) and the
total number of events available for storage (860).
The example in the previous figure shows event 2 of 6 stored out of 860.
Information! the most recent event is associated to the highest number. Use the
▲ and ▼ buttons to scroll cyclically trough all recordings.
The third center line in the window displays the recording date/time, the event numeric code
(in the example it is E0024) and detailed description; in this example, a warning W (“W024
GCB not open”).
The system status when the event was recorded are displayed in the lower part of the first
page: the controller operation modes and engine status, generator status, mains status and
change-over status.
Pressing the ◄► buttons allows you to scroll through the four pages related to the event.
Main information about operation mode, engine status, voltages presence and
status of change-over switches.
Active, reactive and apparent powers, the power factor and the type of plant total
load.
Starting battery voltage, engine rotation speed, coolant temperature, oil pressure
and engine fuel level.
Each record is associated with its date/time. The measures not acquired (because the
controller was not set to acquire them) are replaced by dashes. This archive provides a total
In addition to basic date/time information, the second, third and fourth page display all the
INFORMATION! Analog recordings are temporarily Off when the key switch is in
“OFF/RESET” mode
Recordings are locked; all the windows of the History logs display an intermittent “Locked”
message.
In this situation, the controller's internal counters keep decreasing the time left to the expiry
of the next recording.
When the operation mode shifts from “OFF/RESET” to “MAN” or “AUTO” mode, a check is
performed in order to verify whether some recording counter expired. If so, the recorded date
and time of the status change are stored, otherwise the count continues till the next
recording is stored.
Example:
Parameters set for: Recording “engine-On” events every 20 secs and “engine-Off” events
every 40 secs.
25 secs elapsed, analog “engine-Off” recording will start within 15 secs (40 secs).
The controller records only the DTCs the engine control unit (ECU interface) sends over the
CANBUS line.
Basically, depending on the installed engine, the diagnostic message consists of the DTC,
SPN and fault description. This archive have can store up to 16 records. Every following
record overwrites the older one.
The first line shows the diagnostic code presently displayed and the total recordings number,
compared to the partial and total recordings (the example shows recording 2 of 2 out of total
16). NOTE: the more recent record is associated to the highest number. Use the ▲ and ▼
buttons to scroll cyclically trough all recordings.
The diagnostic code is shown in the center of the page. This information is displayed in
different ways depending on engine type :
o Engines implementing the SAE J1939 standard (all those selectable with the
parameter P.0700, excluding the MTU MDEC). Diagnostic information according
to the standard J1939 are provided for this type of engines:
o FMI (Fault Mode Identifier): is a numeric code between 0 and 31 that identifies
the kind of problem (in the example, “1” indicates an excessively low value of the
measure, thus requiring engine stop).
In addition, if the controller stored the SPN and FMI codes combination, a
problem description will be displayed. Last, if the controller already stored such
combination related to the selected engine type, it will also display a diagnostic
code associated to the problem. These codes are available in the engine
technical handbook (in the example, code “6.6” identifies a low oil pressure
problem).
o MTU MDEC engines. These engines do not follow the standard J1939 but use
their own protocol. For these engines, values SPN, FMI and OC are not
displayed; the DTC value is the diagnostic code described in the engine technical
handbook; problem description is always shown.
Press the EXIT button 'n' times to scroll back to page H.01
In both cases, page H.01 will display; you may move to other display modes using the ▲
and ▼ buttons.
3. Working sequence
3.1 Plant types
HT DST4602 implements management logics for some types of plant. This allows to greatly
simplify panel implementation.
SSB + SSTP (Single Stand-By + Single Short Time Parallel) Single short time
parallel emergency plant
SPtM + SSB (Single Parallel to Mains + Single Stand-By) Single mains short time
parallel plant also working in station
SPtM (Single Parallel to Mains) Single mains short time parallel plant
MPtM (Multiple Parallel to Mains) Multiple mains short time parallel plant
For more information refer to the document: [6] Parallel functions manual
Plant type can be set with the parameter P.0802 Plant type accessible through the menu 1
System, submenu 1.8 General.
The GCB switch is open to isolate the generator from the loads and/or the
parallel bars.
The MCB is normally closed (anyway depending on plant type as some types
cannot manage it).
MAN: the operator starts the gen-set, performs any required synchronization of
the parallel bars or the mains and closes the GCB switch (the controller does not
perform these functions automatically).
The operator also stops the gen-set and opens the GCB switch. when the
protections are enabled, should need be, the controller can open the GCB and
stop the engine.
In case of parallel plants, after manual operation of the GCB switch, the controller
performs loading and unloading ramps, if conditions allow.
AUTO: the controller starts and stops the gen-set, manages the GCB and MCB
switches (with or w/o synchronization), performs loading and unloading ramps,
manages any parallel load management (no operator intervention allowed).
The only difference is that the engine is anyway (automatically) started even with
mains and/or inhibition contact On.
The parameter P.0222 Enabling test loading allows sending the controller an
automatic closing command for the GCB switch.
However, the operator can send a switch closing command as in MAN mode
(only difference being that any synchronization is automatically performed by the
controller).
In addition, when the switch is closed, the controller automatically performs the
appropriate loading management operations (LOAD SHARING, BASE LOAD,
IMPORT/EXPORT, etc.).
After the periodic test (or when the requesting contact is inactive) the GCB switch
opens automatically and the engine is stopped by standard procedure.
The MCB switch management only depends on plant type.
AUTO mode supersedes TEST mode (i.e., it can interrupt or replace the periodic
test).
The operator is not allowed to manually operate the GCB and MCB switches.
The first three modes are selected by means of the key switch on the controller panel.
On the other hand, to enable the TEST mode requires the controller being first set to AUTO
w/o any AUTOMATIC start request (refer to the engine sequence description). All possible
TEST function activation modes are described below. The TEST mode is signaled by a
statement in reverse in the lower left part of the LCD display. You can shift to TEST mode as
follows:
o Through a proper SMS command message (refer to the document describing the
use of the serial port: [4] Serial communication). In order for this feature to be
used, the parameter P.0420 Test starting duration shall not be set to zero.
o From a PC connected to a serial port (with Modbus RTU protocol). The controller
shifts to TEST after receiving the command from the serial port (password
protection, refer to par. 2.7.1.2); then, returns to AUTO after receiving the
opposite command or when it detects an interrupted serial connection (60
seconds w/o messages).
o When a digital input, properly set with code 2031 Test mode request is
activated, the controller shifts to TEST when this input is activated and returns to
AUTO when de-activated.
To activate the REMOTE START mode, the controller requires first to be in AUTO or TEST
mode, w/o any AUTOMATIC start request (refer to the engine sequence description). In
addition, in case an input is set to ENABLE REMOTE START REQUEST with a code 2701
in the parameters of any input, this input shall be active.
3.3 Mains/Bus
HT DST4602 acquires plant mains/bus voltage (single phase or three phases), in order to
command automatic engine startups and stops, mains parallel, gen-sets parallel (and loads
switching), in Single Stand By (SSB) applications when mains fails.
The mains/bus shall be connected on the connector J24 for 400 Vac input, and on the
connector J19 for 100 Vac input. On a three-phase system, ensure to connect the three
phases and the neutral; on a single-phase system, ensure to connect the L1 phase on
connector “1-L1” of J19 or J24 and the neutral on “2-L2+4-N” of J19 or J24.
P.0105: rated generator frequency. Also used as mains rated frequency. All
thresholds associated to mains frequency are expressed as a percentage of this
parameter.
NOTE: even if P.0116 is set to zero, mains voltage value is always measured and
shown.
P.0117: primary value (in Volt) of any VT connected to connector J19 (100 Vac)
or J24 (400 Vac).
P.0118: secondary value (in Volt) of any VT connected to connector J19 (100
Vac) or J24 (400 Vac).
P.0203: mains low voltage threshold (percentage of P.0116); below this value,
mains is considered anomalous and the engine is started.
P.0204: mains high voltage threshold (percentage of P.116); over this value
mains is considered anomalous and the engine is started.
P.0236: mains low frequency threshold (percentage of P.0105); below this value,
mains is considered anomalous and the engine is started.
P.0237: mains high frequency threshold (percentage of P.0105); over this value,
mains is considered anomalous and the engine is started.
P.0239: Rotation direction required for mains voltage. Only applicable to three-
phases systems.
In order to assess the mains status, the controller can perform up to four different checks
that can be individually disabled. These checks are individually described (with examples)
below: please, remember that disabling both voltages and frequency checks is not possible
(in this case, mains is always considered not present).
P.0236 = 0 %.
P.0237 = 200 %.
Here follows an example about the various threshold used, including default values for a.m.
parameters.
Parameter Description Default value Frequency in Hz
P.0105 Rated frequency 50 Hz 50.00
The hysteresis on the various thresholds is calculated as half the difference between P.0237
and P.0236. However, it is limited by the maximum value set with parameter P.0201. The
hysteresis applies to:
0.00 V .
A band: low
45.00 V .
B band: hysteresis
46.25 (45.00 + 1.25) V .
C band: in tolerance
53.75 (55.00 – 1.25) V .
D band: hysteresis
55.00 V .
G band: high
xxx V .
If the frequency is within the bands “B” or ”D”, previous status is maintained (hysteresis). For
example, in case the voltage was within the “C” band and is now within the “D” band, it is
anyway considered “In tolerance”. On the other hand, in case the frequency was within the
“C” band, and now is within “D” band, it is considered “Low”.
P.0203 = 0 %.
P.0204 = 200 %.
Here follows an example about the various threshold used, including default values for a.m.
parameters.
Parameter Description Default value Voltage in Volts
P.0116 Rated voltage 400 V 400
- Mains presence threshold 20.0 % 80
P.0203 Low voltage threshold 80.0 % 320
The hysteresis on the various thresholds is calculated as half the difference between P.0204
and P.0203. However, it is limited by the maximum value set with parameter P.0201. The
hysteresis applies to:
Upwards, to the low voltage threshold (i.e., between 320 V and 330 V).
Downwards to the high voltage threshold (i.e., between 430 V and 440 V).
0 V .
A band: absent
70 (80-10) V .
B band: hysteresis
80 V .
C band: low
320 V .
D band: hysteresis
330 (320+10) V .
E band: in tolerance
430 (440-10) V .
F band: hysteresis
440 V .
G band: high
xxx V .
Here follows an example about the various threshold used, including default values for a.m.
parameters.
Parameter Description Default value Voltage in Volts
P.0116 Rated voltage 400 V 400
P.0238 Mains unbalance threshold 10.0 % 40
In case the absolute value of two phase-to-phase voltages differs more than 40 V, the mains
is seen as out of tolerance (the MAINS LIVE lamp flashes with 25% on). In case the absolute
values of all phase-to-phase voltages are lower than 40 V, the mains is seen in tolerance. No
hysteresis is managed for this check.
In case a “clockwise” rotation direction is required, please set “1” in P.0239; in case the
rotation direction is “counter-clockwise”, the mains is seen as 'Out of tolerance' (the MAINS
LIVE lamp flashes with 25% on).
In case a “counter-clockwise rotation direction is required, please set “2” in P.0239; in case
the rotation direction is “clockwise”, the mains is seen as out of tolerance (the MAINS LIVE
lamp flashes with 25% on).
In case the status of all existing voltages (1 or 3) and the frequency are
“Absent”, also the global status is “Absent” .
In case the status of all existing voltages (1 or 3) and the frequency is “In
tolerance”, also the global status is “In tolerance”.
In case the status of at least one voltage or the frequency is “High”, also the
global status is “High”.
In case the tests show that the mains is “In tolerance”, perform also the following tests:
3.4.1 Frequency
Several parameters are related to frequency measure:
Here follows an example about the various threshold used, including default values for a.m.
parameters.
0 Hz .
A band: absent
5 Hz .
B band: hysteresis
10 Hz .
C band: minimum
45 Hz .
D band: low
46 Hz .
E band: in tolerance
54 Hz .
F band: high
55 Hz .
G band: Maximum
60 Hz .
Band H: Overspeed
xxx Hz .
The only managed hysteresis band is the one used to diagnose the stopped or running
engine status. The generator detects no difference between the “G” and “H” bands; they are
separated only to implement an engine overspeed protection in case its speed cannot be
detected in other ways (pick-up, “W” signal, CAN-BUS, etc.).
3.4.2 Voltages
Many parameters influence generator voltage measures:
P.0103: rated voltage (in Volt) for the primary of any VT (voltage
transformers) connected to connector J18.
P.0104: rated voltage (in Volt) for the secondary of any VT (voltage
transformers) connected to connector J18.
Here follows an example about the various threshold used, including default values for a.m.
parameters.
Parameter Description Default value Voltage in Volts
P.0102 Rated voltage 400 V 400
P.0226 Stopped engine threshold due 17.5 % 70
to voltage
P.0227 Started engine threshold due 20.0 % 80
to voltage
P.0301 Minimum voltage threshold 75.0 % 300
P.0303 Maximum voltage threshold 112.5 % 450
P.0202 Hysteresis 2.5 % 10
The hysteresis fully configured in the direction for the threshold entry, applies to the two
configurable thresholds (P.0301 e P.0303). This means that generator voltage is out of the
tolerance if out of the thresholds P.0301 and P.0303; it is in tolerance if between P.0301 +
hysteresis and P.0303 – hysteresis; otherwise, the previous status is maintained.
0 V .
A band: Absent
70 V .
B band: Hysteresis
80 V .
C band: Low
300 V .
D band: Hysteresis
310 (300+10) V .
E band: In tolerance
440 (450-10) V .
F band: Hysteresis
450 V .
G band: High
xxx V .
If the voltage is in the “B”,”D” or ”F” bands, previous status is maintained (hysteresis). For
example, if the voltage was in the “E” band and now it is in “D” band, it is considered
however “In tolerance”. On the contrary, if voltage was in the “C” band and now is in “D”
band, it is considered “Low”.
Such status are managed at individual phase level. With a three-phase system, in order to
diagnose the generator “global” status, the following algorithms are used, shown in the order
they are computed:
In case all the three phases are in “Absent” status, global status is also
“Absent”.
In case all the three phases are in “In tolerance” status, global status is
also “In tolerance”.
Thresholds P.0301 and P.0303 are used also to manage the generator protections on
voltage. These protections can be individually disabled setting to zero the relevant parameter
that specifies the delay (respectively P.0302 and P.0304). Thresholds are however used in
order to define voltage status: this allows not to switch the loads on the generator if the
electrical magnitudes are out of the tolerance band, even though protections are disabled.
3.4.3 Overview
For general management purposes, generator operation can be described in three steps:
a) Steady out of tolerance: the generator voltages and/or frequency status must be
continuously other than “In tolerance” for two seconds. The “GENERATOR LIVE” lamp
is Off if voltages and frequency are in “Absent” status, otherwise it blinks.
b) Steady present: generator's voltages and frequency status must be fully “in tolerance” for
at least 0.5 seconds. “GENERATOR LIVE” lamp is steady On.
Transient: shifting from status “a” to status “b” or vice versa. The “GENERATOR LIVE”lamp
blinks. On the front panel only status “a”, “b”, and “c” are displayed, by means of the
“GENERATOR LIVE” lamp. Global and individual voltage phases and frequency “Absent”
status etc. are not shown: however, they can be read with ModBus protocol via the serial
port.
3.5 Inhibition
In AUTO mode, whatever the kind of plant and the Mains/Bus status, two causes can
anyway inhibit the gen-set:
digital input.
Use parameter P.0207 to set a delay between input's physical activation and this function's
logic activation: however, the delay can only be applied to a controller in AUTO mode,
otherwise the delay is nil.
Use parameter P.0208 to set a delay between input's physical de-activation and this
function's logic de-activation: in case the generator is already running, the delay is two
seconds (firm).
This is an hazardous situation, as the voltage from the other running generators 'drags' the
alternator of the gen-set with “not open GCB”. In this condition, notwithstanding the stop
command, the engine would keep running with all external services unpowered (oil pumps
and the like).
When at least one generator in the PMCB bus is in “GCB not open” status, it is possible to
prevent closing the GCBs of the other generators (and even forcing the opening in case they
are closed): in this case, the generators are stopped waiting for the problem to be fixed.
At the input, with the function assigned, a generic mains external sensor may be connected
as an alternative to the internal one; therefore, two parameters may be used to provide the
timing required to check whether the external mains is absent or present. These parameters
are P.0205 for delayed 'mains available' detection and P.0206 for delayed 'mains failure'
detection.
To use this input, ensure to deactivate the internal mains sensor by setting parameter
P.0116 to zero.
b) Active: the input is continuously active for the time set with P.0205 (if the key
switch is in AUTO, otherwise immediately).
Moreover, in applications that use the reverse synchronization function, Mains Simulation
activates the reverse synchronization while Inhibition leads to the generator stop sequence.
3.7 Engine
HT DST4602 can start, stop and protect the engine by means of a series of thresholds on
the acquired measures (oil pressure, coolant temperature, speed etc.). Before describing
engine management sequences, it is necessary to define in which way the controller
determines the engine running status.
2. Voltage of signal D+ from the battery-charger is over the threshold set with
parameter P.0230 (D+) stopped engine threshold.
This check is not used in case said threshold, or threshold P.0231 (D+) Running
engine threshold are set to zero, or measure unavailable.
Parameter P.4041 is set to: 1300-D+ Signal.
In the same way the conditions to acknowledge the stopped engine status are:
1 Engine speed lower than threshold P.0224 Stopped engine threshold (rpm).
This check is not used in case said threshold, or threshold P.0225 Running engine
threshold (rpm) are set to zero, or measure unavailable (P.110 Pick-up rim teeth
q.ty and P.0111 Rpm/W ratio set to zero).
2 Voltage of battery-charger signal D+ lower than threshold set with parameter P.0231
Running engine threshold (D+). This check is not used in case said threshold, or
threshold P.0230 Stopped engine threshold (D+) are set to zero. Parameter P.4041
is set other than: 1300-D+ Signal.
7. In case the voltage measured on at least one generator phase is lower than
threshold P.0226 Stopped engine threshold (V) set to zero. This check is not used
in case said threshold, or threshold P.0227 Running engine threshold (V) are set to
zero.
The engine is considered stopped if all the previous conditions are met (all the enabled
ones) continuously for five seconds.
By default, commands for glow-plugs preheating, gas valve, idle and enable engine, are not
used, whereas the stop command when energized is associated to the output OUTPUT 4 of
terminal 5 of connector J5.
Preheating
Stopped Pre-lubrication
Fuel solenoid
valve
Not stopped
Washing (gas)
Cancel stopping
Startup
Waiting for
stopping Idle speed
The manual engine management shows the status displayed in the diagram. Rest status are
Stopped and Not stopped.
In both cases the controller disabled all engine commands.
Therefore, the Not stopped status means that the engine was started by others, or it did not
stop after a stop cycle (only possible when using the stop command when energized).
The controller detects no status difference as no engine and generator protections are
enabled, as it considers that another device has started and is controlling the engine.
If the engine running status is detected, next status is Idle speed (if configured)
or Running.
It is also possible to configure a digital output for Pre-lubrication assigning the output
parameter the value 1033. The activation time for this output is parameter P.0242. Pre-
lubrication is managed in a secondary mode with respect to pre-heating, as pre-lubrication
time - if pre-heating is set - is equal to or lower than pre-heating time.
Configuring an output as pre-heating command is not mandatory.
After this phase is completed, the engine is started.
In this status, the commands FUEL, ENABLE ENGINE and PREHEAT are active; this
allows to use it even if the pre-heating command is not used, to slightly increase the delay
between the commands FUEL and START.
The Fuel solenoid valve status is performed in alternative to pre-heating, in order to ensure
a minimum 0.2 seconds delay between the commands FUEL and P.0420 Test start
duration, ENGINE and the command START. This step is required as some fuel solenoid
valves can have a mechanical problem that, in case of fuel flowing during the opening,
prevents the opening due to vacuum on the valve's flange. Next status are engine start or, if
configured, washing cycle. In this status the commands FUEL, ENABLE ENGINE and IDLE
are active.
The Washing cycle is only used for gas engines. It consists in the activation of the starter
keeping closed the GAS valve. In this way a vacuum is created, which extracts the residual
gases before starting the engine. The cycle is performed if at least one output is configured
for GAS valve command; the duration is configured with parameter P.0209 Pre-heating
cycle duration in seconds (shared with the pre-heating cycle). When the configured time is
over, the engine starts cranking. In this status, the commands FUEL, ENABLE ENGINE,
IDLE and STARTare active.
During the Startup, the commands FUEL, ENABLE ENGINE, IDLE and START are active.
This phase lasts until the engine running status is acknowledged or until the “START” button
is released. The engine running status is continuously watched (refer previous paragraphs)
in order to release the starter as soon as possible. The cycle ends when the “START” button
is released or the engine starts up (see notes at the beginning).
The Check for startup status is entered when the “START” button is released before the
controller acknowledges the engine running status. Actually, the given command should be
enough for the engine to start. In this status the engine is checked for a maximum time of 10
seconds, to verify the startup. The commands FUEL, ENABLE ENGINE and GAS are active
(to ease the engine startup). If the engine starts up, Running status will follow, otherwise
the controller reverts to Stopped status after ten seconds. If the “START” button is pressed
during this phase, the startup procedure is repeated, by-passing the pre-heating phase (from
Fuel solenoid valve status).
The Low speed status is performed in case parameter P.0233 Low speed cycle duration
is other than 0. In this status the commands FUEL, ENABLE ENGINE, IDLE and GAS are
active. If the controller is connected to the engine via CANBUS (ECU Interface), the idle
speed command is directly managed over the bus. If not, setting another output for this
command is required. The cycle ends when the set time is over. In case the controller
acquires coolant temperature (via CANBUS or sensor), a minimum temperature threshold
(P.0223 minimum temperature threshold for enabling supply) can be set to end the
In Running status, the commands FUEL, ENABLE ENGINE and GASare active.
INFORMATION! The stopping phase can be also performed with engine already
stopped .
During the Stopping phase the commands ENABLE ENGINE, GAS, START, PRE-
LUBRICATION and PREHEAT are disabled while the STOP command is activated. The
command FUEL is disabled after a time period set with parameter P.0234 STOP/FUEL
commands delay. This step is required in order to prevent the stopping engine from
creating a vacuum in the fuel pipes, that could lead to the solenoid valve jamming at the next
opening command. The duration of this phase is set with parameter P.0213 stop command
duration when energized. When the set time is over, the controller shifts to Waiting for
stopping status.
During the Waiting for stopping phase, all engine commands are disabled and controller
waits for the engine to stop. The duration of this phase is set with parameter P.0214
stopping cycle duration, minus the time set with P.0213 stop command duration when
energized. At the end of this phase, if the engine is not stopped the controller shifts to Not
stopped status. If the engine stops, the controller reverts to Stopped status. The complete
phase Awaiting stop can be disabled by setting time in parameter P.0214 stop cycle
duration to zero.
In case during the last two phases all stop requests cease and “START” is pressed again,
the controller shifts to Cancel stopping even though the engine has not been already
diagnosed as stopped. In fact, it is possible to end one stop cycle if the controller is in MAN
mode.
The phase Cancel stopping is only used to allow some delay between the deactivation of
any STOP command and the activation of the FUELcommand. This is a 0.2 seconds delay,
at the end of which the controller reverts to Stopped status; from this point the controller will
perform engine startup, provided the status is OK.
Not stopped
Startup
Cancel stopping
Idle speed Delay between
two starts
Waiting for
stopping
Startup
confirmation
Cooling
The automatic engine management is used in AUTO, TEST and REMOTE START mode.
No difference exists in the engine sequence among the three modes: differences are in the
protections and circuit breaker management.
In automatic mode, the controller manages the engine through the status shown in the
previous diagram. Before describing the diagram, it is necessary to define when the engine
has to be automatically started or stopped.
The engine is automatically started if no alarms or deactivations exist, and if at least one of
these conditions occurs:
If the TEST mode is activated (refer to the paragraph describing the controller's
operation modes).
If the REMOTE START mode is activated (refer to the paragraph describing the
controller's operation modes).
o For SSB systems: in case mains voltage is out of tolerance (from internal
or external mains sensor).
a) With normal procedure. This procedure consists in an engine coolant cycle (only
if the load is connected to the generator) with the engine running and the loads
connected to the mains.
This procedure applies if:
NOTE: if the plant type allows, this stop procedure also performs power unload.
b) With an emergency procedure. This procedure requires immediate engine stop, without
engine cooling cycle. It applies if:
INFORMATION! In automatic mode, the stop commands from panel (STOP button),
from serial port and from SMS are included in this category since they activate the
alarm A07 (manual stop in auto mode).
To describe the diagram, assume the Stopped and Not stopped status as starting point. In
both status, engine commands are stopped.
Therefore, the Not stopped status means that the engine was started by others, or it did not
stop after a stop cycle (only possible when using the stop command when energized).
The controller detects no status difference as no engine and generator protections are
enabled, as it considers that another device has started and is controlling the engine.
Exiting this status is only possible in case of a request for automatic startup or stop.
If the engine running status is detected, next status is Idle speed (if configured)
or Running.
The Start confirmation status is performed when the Idle speed cycle ends, or anyway
after the engine is acknowledged as running. This status is used to wait until the generator
reaches its operating conditions. In effect, the engine could shutdown (the controller might
have acknowledged it as running only because the starter is providing enough speed). In
these cases, the controller will try again to start the engine, until the end of the configured
attempts. From this status the controller shifts to Running if the generator reaches its
operating conditions (in this case the startup was successful and a subsequent stop of the
engine indicates a serious gen-set malfunction); the controller then shifts to Delay between
two starts status if the engine stops and to the Stopping status if the engine did not actually
stop but the generator did not reach its operating conditions within the time set with
parameter P.0217 Maximum time for operating conditions (the alarm A008 – “operating
conditions not reached” activates). In this status, the commands FUEL, ENABLE ENGINE
and GAS are active.
The status Delay between two starts is performed each time the engine does not start after
an automatic startup attempt. The duration of this status is set with parameter P.0212 Delay
between two startups. At the end the controller shifts to Startup status. This status has
been performed for the number of times set with parameter P.0211 Number of startup
attempts: in case after all the set attempts the engine did not start, the controller activates
the alarm A022 – “Overcrank” and shifts to Stop status. In this status, the commands
FUEL, ENABLE ENGINE and PREHEAT are active, allowing to use it for pre-heating Diesel
engines glow-plugs.
The starting procedure ends with the Running status. In this phase, loads change-over is
enabled. In this phase the commands FUEL, ENABLE ENGINE and GAS are active.
To use this function requires at least one output configured with function 1009. In this case,
the startup sequence is the following.
Pause
…...
2 seconds delay
2 seconds delay
Pause
…...
2 seconds delay.
If the engine starts up, the sequence ends. The output “Select battery n” active in that
moment is disabled after a 2 seconds delay after detecting started engine. In case no output
is configured with function 1009, only the standard startup sequence will be performed. If, in
this case, function 1008 is already assigned, the startup sequence starts by enabling the
output with this function.
During the Waiting for stopping phase, all engine commands are disabled and controller
waits for the engine to stop. The duration of this phase is set with parameter P.0214
stopping cycle duration, minus the time set with P.0213 stop command duration. At the
end of this phase, if the engine is still running, the alarm A021 – “engine not stopped” is
activated and the controller shifts to Not stopped status. However, the whole phase Waiting
for stopping (and also the alarm) can be disabled by setting to zero the parameter P.0214
stop cycle duration. If the engine stops, the controller reverts to Stopped status. This
phase cannot be interrupted to perform more startups.
o Separated breakers. The “normally open” contact of the GCB shall be used for
the command to change-over the loads to gen-set. The MCB “normally closed”
contact must be used for mains loads closing command. In this way, with the
controller not powered (and so with both the relays at rest) the loads are
connected to mains. To use this function in SSB (Single Stand_By) application,
the parameter P.0219 Contactor commands change time must be set to a
proper value. This parameter is the minimum time required between opening of a
breaker and closing of the other one.
Two additional outputs can be used for breakers release coils management. the
two functions are “2001 – Disable MCB release coil” and “2031 – Enable MCB
release coil”. The breaker management logics depending on plant configuration
are associated to this function.
HT DST4602 logics prevent a non synchronized simultaneous closing of both
GCB and MCB; however, an external protection logic, dependent upon the plant
type, shall be used.
o Change-over switch (for SSB applications). The “normally open” contact of the
GCB shall be used for the command to change-over the loads to gen-set. The
change-over on mains is performed when this contact opens. To use this
function, set the parameter P.0219 Contactors commands change time to
zero, in order to avoid an useless wait during the change-over from gen-set to
mains. In addition, the parameter P.0220 “Contactors command hold time”
can be set: it will be not possible (neither in manual nor in automatic) to invert the
power switch command until the time P.0220 “Contactors command hold
time” since previous command is elapsed. This is useful because if the
command is inverted during the movement phase, with some type of power
switches it is possible that they lock themselves, and a manual action will be
required to unlock them.
The panel lamps, named MCB and GCB, glow when the relevant breaker is closed and are
switch off when it is open.
In some cases monitoring the actual breaker status is required. For this purpose it is possible
to connect the status of one or both the breakers to the controller’s digital inputs. The
breakers connection must be set in the controller (codes 3002 MCB switch status (Active
Input if closed) and 3001 GCB switch status (Active Input if closed) in parameters
P.2001…). Using this function, the actual status of the breakers is shown on the front panel:
o Blinking lamp (during 25% of time): the controller sent the breaker a 'close'
command, yet it is open.
o Blinking lamp (during 50% of time) alternated to the BUS LIVE lamp: controller is
in synchronizing mode.
In addition, if you set a time other than zero for the outputs to which are connected the
breaker status (parameters P.2001…), the controller activates a warning in case the
command and the status remain continuously conflicting for that time. Last, parameter
P.0221 Enable output due to MCB closing failure allows to configure the controller for
engine startup and to change-over loads on the generator in case of failed mains switch
closure.
However, it is possible to connect also the status of only one breaker (if needed): the
signalling of the command/status discrepancies and potential warnings will be managed only
for this breaker.
WARNING! Ensure that controller configuration and set-up are compatible with the
selected plant type.
o The engine has been started by the controller (the fuel solenoid valve command
must be active).
o The operation status depending on the operation mode and the selected plant
type require
In OFF/RESET mode, GCB and MCB are at rest (at the same time, also “MCB Voltage
Release Coil Disable” and “GCB Voltage Release Coil Enable” are at rest) allowing
loads/BUS supply from mains.
In MAN mode, loads are normally switched to mains. You can manually command power
change-over using the MCB and GCB buttons. Effective buttons functions depend on the
selected plant type.
In AUTO mode and SSB applications, loads are changed-over on gen-set (provided the
above conditions are met) only when mains is out of tolerance thresholds. As soon as mains
comes back in tolerance (with proper times, see mains sequence), loads are newly changed-
over on mains. The only exception is the MCB not closed warning: if properly configured, the
controller changes-over to gen-set also with mains present. Shifting from any other operation
mode to AUTO, loads are forced as described, driving a change-over if needed. This status
uses another timing: to command closing GCB (Ig) is only possible after the time P.0218
“First output delay “ since the gen-set startup - even better, since the gen-set measures
entered tolerance range - has elapsed.
In TEST mode, loads are normally changed-over to mains. Using the parameter “P.0222
Test load enable”, it is possible to enable the TEST Load mode that starts the change-over,
or the closure in parallel, depending on the plant type and configuration. Commands MCB
and GCB are active also during TEST mode, allowing to manually manage the gen-set load
depending on the selected plant type.
Please note that the controller automatically shifts to AUTO (aborting TEST mode) in case
automatic intervention is required.
4. Anomalies
This chapter describes all the anomalies managed by the controller. Some of these act as
protections for the loads, for the generator or for the engine. There is also signaling of
specific events in the plant management. Before describing them in detail, some definitions
are required.
Warnings: these anomalies do not require shutting the engine down. They point
out to situations that are not dangerous at the moment, but the operator must
take some action because, if ignored, they could degenerate in one of the
following categories.
Deactivations: these anomalies require shutting the engine down. They create
hazards for the loads but not immediately for the engine. For this reason the
engine can be stopped with the standard procedure (with the cooling cycle).
However, it is not possible to restart the engine until the anomaly has not been
acknowledged.
Alarms: these anomalies require shutting the engine down. They create hazards
for the loads and/or for the engine and the generator. For this reason the engine
must be stopped immediately, without the cooling cycle. It is not possible to
restart the engine until the anomaly is acknowledged.
a) It activates the internal horn and, if configured, also the external one.
b) Prompts the page S.02 ANOMALIES on the multifunction display. This page
shows the numeric code and the current language text related to all active
anomalies.
c) The “WARNING” lamp starts blinking if the anomaly is a warnings; in the other
cases (alarms, deactivations, and deactivations with unloading power ramp) the
“ALARM” lamp starts blinking. The blinking status means that at least one
anomaly is active and has not been yet acknowledged by the operator.
d) If the anomaly is not a warning, the controller disconnects the gen-set from loads
or parallel bus bars and stops the engine (with or without the cooling cycle).
a) Acknowledge it: this informs the controller that the operator has acknowledged
the event.
b) Reset: this informs the controller that the anomaly is no longer active.
The operator can acknowledge the anomaly (sequence ISA2C) by pressing the ACK/TEST
button. Pressing the button the first time only stops the acoustic signal; pressing a second
time performs the acknowledgement and stops the blinking indicators “ALARM” and
o If set to 999, the horn will be activated when a new anomaly arises, and will be
deactivated when the operator presses the ACK/TEST button.
o If set to a value ranging from 1 to 998, the horn is enabled by any new anomaly
and disabled by pressing the ACK/TEST button, or after the time in seconds
assigned to parameter P.0491 Horn duration.
The multifunction display shows the anomaly until the operator “acknowledges” it, even if the
relevant cause is no longer present.
The controller automatically resets all the acknowledged warnings when their cause is no
longer active. However, to cancel deactivations and alarms, turn the key switch to
“OFF/RESET” (after the problems causing deactivation and alarms have been fixed, to
restore operation you must revert to MAN or AUTO mode). With this procedure, it is also
possible to reset externally managed anomalies. You may configure one of the auxiliary
outputs (code 3151 Anomalies reset in parameter P.3001... and following) in order to
activate after a set time (1 second), when the internal anomalies reset sequence is
performed.
INFORMATION! Remember that the one second pulse is generated only for the reset
procedure, not for the acknowledgement one.
An alarm can be activated only if no other alarms are already active (there are some
exceptions to this rule and will be underlined in the rest of the paragraph). Some
deactivations or warnings can be active.
A deactivation can be activated only if no alarms and deactivations are already active.
Some warnings together with other Deactivations with power unloading can be active.
A deactivation with power unloading with unload power ramp can be activated only if no
alarms, deactivations and deactivations with power unloading are already active. Some
other warnings can be active.
Enabling an anomaly refers to the minimum conditions required for the controller
to detect the relevant cause.
INFORMATION! Normally, all protections are enabled if the engine is started by the
controller, i.e. if the fuel solenoid valve command is active. If not, the only way to
“enable” the protections is to force the controller to start the engine again (by
pressing the START key in MAN), for example: the cranking motor will not be
activated but the controller will act as having already performed the startup.
Some of these anomalies are acquired externally through digital inputs. Inputs can be
assigned to the HT DST4602 controller and/or to the DITEL optional modules, if available.
In the example shown, and in the paragraph 5.2 ANOMALIES LIST, the digital input INPUT1 of
the HT DST4602 controller is configured to acquire the anomaly.
Related parameters: P.2001 Function of Input 1
P.2002 Delay for input 1
P.2001 P.2002 (for input 1 or equivalent for other inputs. Parameters 2001÷2598)
To disable: P.2002=0
Active if the configured input remains continuously active for the associated time.
Analog inputs measures may also cause malfunctions, if so configured. Inputs can be
assigned to the HT DST4602 controller and/or to the DITEMP (DITHERM/DIGRIN) and
DIVIT optional modules, if available.
Protection is enabled only if one of the controller's analog inputs is configured to acquire the
analog measure.
If this measure is out of range because bigger than set thresholds, over acquisition time, the
malfunction sequence configured in the parameter will occur.
Related parameters: P.4001 Function of Input 1
However, some of the controller's inputs, due to hardware configuration, are strictly
connected to some type of measure sensors. The malfunctions list will show those inputs,
set to sense common engine analog sensors measures.
Configurable parameters for digital inputs range from 2001 to 2598. Configurable parameters
for analog inputs range from 4001 to 5482.
To find the input that originated the malfunction, please refer to digital/analog table in the
document: SICES EAAM0380xx– HT DST4602, find the anomaly numeric code in the Alarm
column: On the same line, you will find the input activating the anomaly and the relevant
parameters.
Description:
Description:
Description:
Description:
Enabling: Frequency continuously over the threshold P.0307 for time P.0308.
Description:
06 – Maximum current
Type: Configurable (Alarm/Unload/Deactivation)
Category: Generator protection
Related parameters: P.0101 Number of generator phases
P.0102 Generator rated voltage
P.0106 Generator rated output
P.0309 Maximum current threshold
P.0310 Maximum current delay
P.0323 Action on maximum current / short circuit
To disable: P.0310=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Current protection is time dependent (reaction time is faster when the overload
2
increases). The used curve is named EXTREMELY INVERSE and implements a I t
function. It is a generator protection as it limits the thermal accumulation of the generator
during the supply phase. As engine protection, the maximum power protection must be
used, that is independent from the load type.
A maximum current threshold and the maximum time the generator can work with this
current are defined. If the current is lower than the defined threshold, the protection does
not activate. If the current rises above the threshold, the protection activates with a time
inversely proportional to the overcurrent. In order to correctly set the thresholds, perform
the following steps:
Define the system rated current. It can be inferred from the system rated output
(P.0106 kVA generator rated output) and rated voltage (P.0102 Gen-set rated
voltage):
P.106 * 1000
o Single-phase system: I nom
P.102
( P.106 *1000 )
3
o Three-phases system: I nom
P.102
3
E.g., in a 400 V 200 kVA three-phases system the rated current is about
289 A.
INFORMATION! When the parameter P.0106 kVA generator rated
output, is set after correct configuration of parameters P.0101
Number of generator phases and P.0102 Generator rated voltage,
the display shows the rated current.
Set the maximum current threshold with the parameter P.0309, as a percentage
of the rated current. In the previous example, setting a 350 A maximum
threshold, requires entering 121 (%) in parameter P.0309.
Set the action time in the parameter P.0310: the protection will be activated within
time set if the current is constantly equal to the threshold P.0309 multiplied by
2 . In the previous example, if you set 10 s, the protection will activate in10
seconds with approx 495A of constant load; in a shorter time if the current is
higher; in a longer time if the current is lower; and it will never do if the current is
lower than 350 A.
P.310
tI 2
I
1
P.309
Where I is the current in the circuit.
Please remember that the protection is performed by performing the integral of the
current value during time; therefore, current values above the rated threshold all concur to
define the intervention time, with their instant weight resulting from the above formula.
Thus, only way to experimentally verify this formula is to switch instantaneously from a
normal load situation to an overload situation.
The following graph shows the curve used for enabling protection, with a value of P.0310
set to 60 seconds (I is the maximum current):
Description:
Description:
Enabling: Frequency continuously over the threshold P.0307 for time P.0308.
Description:
Enabling: Generator voltages and frequency are not stable in the tolerance
range within time P.0217 from the engine running
acknowledgement (or from the end of the engine’s idle cycle, if
enabled).
11 – Power reverse
Type: Alarm
Category: Generator protection
Related parameters: P.0106 Generator rated output
P.0313 Power reverse threshold
P.0314 Power reverse delay
To disable: P.0314=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Description:
Enabling: It activates if, in the previous conditions, the system total active
power is negative and has an absolute value continuously greater than the
threshold P.0313, for time P.0314.
12 – Gen-set locked
Type: Alarm
Category: Generic
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Description:
Enabling: When a “LOCK” command is received through the serial port or via
SMS.
The gen-set cannot be started either manually or automatically. This lock is used for: time
rental, lack of maintenance, economic litigation, etc.
To disable: P.2002=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Description:
Enabling: Input status remains continuously 'not active' (open input) for
time set in P.2002.
When this warning is activated, you can also force the engine to start and the loads to
switch to the gen-set by using the parameter P.0221- Engine enabling on MCB faults.
To disable: P.2002=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Description:
Enabling: Input status remains continuously 'not active' (open input) for
time set in P.2002.
Deactivation: in AUTO, TEST, or REMOTE START mode and only when GCB is closed
and the digital input status remains continuously not active (open input) for the
time set in P.2002, after three consecutive attempts.
Warning: in MAN mode and only when GCB is closed and the digital input status
remains continuously not active (open input) for the time set in P.2002.
To disable: P.2002=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Description:
Enabling: Input status remains continuously active (closed input) for the
time set in P.2002.
Description:
Enabling: At least one phase continuously over threshold P.0311 for time
P.0312.
Short circuit protection for quick operation independently of timing for the maximum
current protection curve.
Protection is given by setting a threshold P.0311 expressed as a percentage of the
system rated current (see maximum current protection to calculate rated current with
parameters P.0101, P.0102 and P.0106).
Typology is configurable with parameter P.0323 (though it cannot be configured as a
warning).
To disable: P.2002=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Description:
Description:
Description:
Description:
Description:
Enabling: Engine does not stop within time set in P.0214 (since the stop
command).
22 – Overcrank
Type: Alarm
Category: Battery protection
Related parameters: P.0211 Number of startup attempts
To disable: -
Enabled in: AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Description:
To disable: P.2002=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Description:
It activates when MCB is open and the digital input status remains continuously active
(closed) for the set time. In auto mode it activates after three consecutive attempts. It can
be:
if stable command for MCB closing is used (function 2004 in one of the digital
outputs).
If GCB is closed (i.e. in mains parallel, though this cannot be maintained; due
to MCB not opening, deactivation is forced in order to open GCB).
To disable: P.2002=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Description:
It activates when GCB is open and the digital input status remains continuously active
(closed) for the set time. In auto mode it activates after three consecutive attempts. It can
be:
Alarm: when the controller is in AUTO mode with engine running and only if the stable
command is used for GCB closing (function 2034 in one of the digital outputs).
It normally provides only a signaling; for parallel plants it can force the MCB
opening (for plants with only short time parallel).
To disable: P.2002=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Description:
To disable: P.0348=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Description:
If the controller is set to use the fuel level analog sensor (value
1220 or 1221 and parameter P.4033 Function of the input
5(FL) duly configured), and if this sensor is physically connected
to connector J27 at terminal 4.
To disable: P.2002=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Description:
Description:
If the controller is set to use the fuel level analog sensor (value
1220 or 1221 and parameter P.4033 Function of the input
5(FL) duly configured), and if this sensor is physically connected
to connector J27 at terminal 4.
To disable: P.2002=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Description:
Description:
If the controller is set to use the fuel level analog sensor (value
1220 or 1221 and parameter P.4033 Function of the input
5(FL) duly configured), and if this sensor is physically connected
to connector J27 at terminal 4.
To disable: P.2002=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Description:
Engine protection mask time (oil mask) since engine start. This is useful to avoid false
anomalies when the engine starts immediately after a previous emergency stop; in this
situation, in fact, the engine tends to warming up.
Description:
This protection is enabled only if the controller acquires the measure of the
engine coolant temperature.
To disable: P.2002=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Description:
Engine protection mask time (oil mask) since engine start. This is useful to avoid false
anomalies when the engine starts immediately after a previous emergency stop; in this
situation, in fact, the engine tends to warming up.
To disable: P.0338=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Description:
This protection is enabled only if the controller acquires the measure of the engine
coolant temperature.
Description:
It is always enabled except when the cranking motor is activated. It activates if the battery
voltage is continuously lower than the threshold P.0369 for time P.0370.
The selection is made every time the controller is powered and every time the key is
switched to OFF/RESET. If the controller previously sensed a value lower than, or equal
to, 17V, it considers to be powered by a 12 V battery, otherwise it will consider a 24V
rated voltage.
It is always enabled except when the cranking motor is activated. It activates if the battery
voltage is continuously lower than the threshold P.0362 for time P.0370.
It is always enabled except when the cranking motor is activated. It activates if the battery
voltage continuously exceeds the threshold P.0364 for time P.0365.
The selection is made every time the controller is powered and every time the key is
switched to OFF/RESET. If the controller previously sensed a value lower than, or equal
to, 17V, it considers to be powered by a 12 V battery, otherwise it will consider a 24V
rated voltage.
39 – Service required
Type: Configurable
Category: Generic
Related parameters: P.0424 Maintenance interval (running hours)
P.0425 Kind of maintenance action
To disable: P.0424=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Description:
INFORMATION! Engine operating hours are counted even when engine is not
started by the controller.
When activated, it acts as warning, deactivation or alarm as configured with
P.0425.
It cannot be cancelled even disconnecting the controller's power supply.
To be programmed, parameters P.0424 and P.0425 require “installer” access level: this
function can be used for gen-set rental in order to lock the gen-set when the established
hours are elapsed.
To disable: P.2002=0
Description:
Description:
To disable: P.2002=0
Description:
Description:
48 – Emergency stop
Type: Alarm
Category: Generic
Related parameters: P.2001 Function of Input 1
P.2002 Delay for input 1
To disable: P.2002=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Description:
49 – Maximum power
Type: Configurable (Warning/Alarm/Unload/Deactivation)
Category: Engine protection
Related parameters: P.0350 Maximum power threshold
P.0351 Maximum power delay
P.0352 Maximum power action
To disable: P.0351=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
It activates if the system total active power is positive and remains continuously over the
threshold P.0350 for time P.0351. With parameter P.0352 it is possible to select the
protection to be activated (warning, deactivation, deactivation with power unload, alarm).
Enabling: It activates if the internal controller temperature is over the threshold P.0366,
even for an instant.
To disable: P.0316=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Description:
It represents the maximum acceptable difference (absolute value) between
any of two phase-to-phase voltages.
To disable: P.0318=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Refer to protection “06 - maximum current” to obtain the rated current from P.0102
and P.0106.
Description:
Description:
It represents the maximum acceptable difference (absolute value) between
any of two phase currents.
Enabling: It activates if the generator phases rotation direction does not match
with the one set in parameter P.0319 (0 = function disable, 1 =
clockwise direction, 2 = counter-clockwise direction), with a 0.5
sec. filter time.
To disable: P.0392=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Description:
Enabling: At least one of the generator voltages continuously lower than the
threshold P.0391 for time P.0392.
Enabling: If the controller detects a not-valid clock status, and functions using
the clock are set, such as the weekly test (P.0418 and P.0420) or
the operation enable time (P.0421, P.0422, P.0423).
Description:
Enabling: Frequency is continuously lower than the threshold P.0395 for time
P.0396.
Description:
Enabling: At least one of the generator voltages continuously lower than the
threshold P.0393 for time P.0394.
Description:
Enabling: Frequency continuously higher than the threshold P.0397 for time
P.0398.
61 – Lost Excitation
Type: Alarm
Category: Generator protection
Related parameters: P.0321 Excitation loss threshold
P.0322 Excitation loss delay
To disable: P.0322 = 0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
To disable: P.0398=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Description:
Description:
Configurable parameters for digital outputs are P.3001 to P.3016 for the HT DST4602
device and P.3021 to P.3566 for the DITEL devices.
In the following example, the digital output OUTPUT 1 of the controller HT DST4602 has
been configured.
To disable: P.0354 = 0
Ref. par. 5.1 Contact/analog Protection inputs
Disabling:
This protection is enabled only if the controller acquires the measure of the
engine coolant temperature.
Description:
Type: Deactivation
Category: Engine protection
Related parameters: P.0110 Number of teeth of the pick-up wheel
P.0111 Rpm/W ratio
P.0127 Rpm/Hz ratio
P.0133 Engine rating (Primary)
P.0134 Engine rating (Secondary)
P.0305 Minimum speed threshold (pick-up/W) (%)
P.0306 Minimum speed delay (pick-up/W)
P.0700 Engine type
To disable: P.0306=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Enabling: If the engine ECU CanBus signals the belt break status.
Enabling: If the engine sends an overspeed status signal over the CAN-BUS.
Enabling: If the engine sends a high temperature status signal over the CAN-
BUS.
It activates when the engine signals a maximum coolant temperature status over the
CAN-BUS, but only after elapsed time P.0216 (oil mask) since engine start.
Enabling: If the engine sends a maximum temperature status signal over the
CAN-BUS.
Enabling: If the engine sends a low coolant level status signal over the CAN-BUS.
Enabling: If the engine sends a low battery voltage status signal over the CAN-
BUS.
Enabling: If the engine sends a minimum oil pressure status signal over the CAN-
BUS.
Enabling: If the engine sends a low oil pressure status signal over the CAN-BUS.
Enabling: If the engine sends a high oil temperature status signal over the CAN-
BUS.
Enabling: If the engine sends a maximum oil temperature status signal over the
CAN-BUS.
Enabling: If the engine sends a water in fuel status signal over the CAN-BUS.
Enabling: If the engine sends a warnings (cumulative) status signal over the
CAN-BUS.
Enabling: If the engine sends an alarms (cumulative) status signal over the CAN-
BUS. Only one warning is activated by the controller to signal the
cumulative; the alarm should be set for one of the 1xx codes.
Enabling: It activates in case the number of controllers detected does not match
the number set in P.0803.
To disable: P.0326=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
To disable: -
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Enabling: P.0141 other than 0, P.0142 other than 0, P.0143 other than 0,
P.0144 other than 0.
Enabling: P.0141 other than 0, P.0142 other than 0, P.0143 other than 0,
P.0144 other than 0.
Enabling: P.0141 other than 0, P.0142 other than 0, P.0143 other than 0,
P.0144 other than 0.
Description:
Enabling: P.0802 : configured for parallel plant
P.0854: set to 1 or 3.
Engine started (fuel solenoid control valve activated).
Enabling: It activates when the GCB breaker does not close within the time
set with P.0852 since synchronization start. It is an alarm if
P.0854 is set to “1” (GCB controlled by controller), otherwise is a
warning.
This protection is enabled only if plant configuration (P.0802, P.0854) allows the MCB
breaker synchronization. It activates when the MCB breaker does not close within the
time set with P.0853 since synchronization start.
To disable: P.2002=0
Enabled in: MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
Description: it signals the controller an open switch, on the line connecting the
generator to mains, blocking mains parallel supply.
Enabling: Input status remains continuously active (closed input) for the
time set in P.2002.
Enabling: if the actual bus-bar voltages are different from the theoretic ones
according to breaker and mains status for 2 secs.
Weekly planning of time intervals in which the gen-set must not automatically
start.
The first function was widely explained in the chapter2.8.12 History logs; the descriptions of
the other two functions will follow.
P.0418: allows to specify in which days of week the engine TEST will be
performed. It is a bit-configurable parameter; each bit of the parameter
corresponds to a day of the week. The value to be set for the parameter is the
sum of the value fields in the following table related to the days needed.
0 1 Sunday
1 2 Monday
2 4 Tuesday
3 8 Wednesday
4 16 Thursday
5 32 Friday
6 64 Saturday
P.0419: allows to set start time for the TEST (Hours and minutes).
P.0420 sets the duration instead of an end test time. This is due to the same parameter
being also used for TEST activated by an SMS command.
P.0421: allows to specify in which days of week the engine can start
automatically. It is a bit-configurable parameter; each bit of the parameter
corresponds to a day of the week. The value to be set for the parameter is the
sum of the value fields in the following table related to the days needed.
0 1 Sunday
1 2 Monday
2 4 Tuesday
3 8 Wednesday
4 16 Thursday
5 32 Friday
6 64 Saturday
P.0422: allows to configure the start of the time interval during which the engine
can start automatically (in hours and minutes).
P.0423: allows to configure the end of the time interval during which the engine
can start automatically (in hours and minutes).
Usually P.0422 will be set to a value lower than P.0423. On the contrary, if it contains a
higher value, the controller infers that the time interval is set across midnight: in this case,
the time set with P.0422 refers to the days selected with P.0421, while the time set with
P.0423 refers to the following days.
P.0421=62 (2+4+8+16+32)
P.0422 = 08:00
P.0423 = 18:00
5.2 Thermometer
The controller is provided with a hardware thermometer, for measuring its internal
temperature. The temperature is shown at page S.03, multifunction display, last line. It is
used for many functions:
The controller features a standard software serial number detector. This devices associates
a univocal serial number to the controller. Two controllers cannot have the same serial
number. This allows unambiguous identification of DTS4602 controllers. The serial number
is shown in the multifunction display at page S.03, last line. The SICES password is related
to this serial number.
Gen-set implements the full management of the fuel pump, to pump fuel from the storage
tank to the tank on the generator. The pump can be managed automatically or manually
using the controls on the front panel.
With the key selector switch in OFF-RESET, MAN, AUTO, TEST, REMOTE START
position, select the E.XX“ENGINE MEASURES” mode using the UP▲ and DOWN ▼ buttons.
Scroll through the pages using the ◄LEFT or ►RIGHT buttons until you reach page E.06
(FUEL PUMP).
Buttons selection is ENABLED even though the key is in the OFF-RESET position.
Important! the pump is disabled in OFF/RESET, but only if this mode persists
consecutively for five seconds.
The analog level transducer, connected to the AN. input. INPUT 5 for resistive
analog sensor or input AN. INPUT 1 or AN. INPUT 2 if the output sensor (or the
DIVIT modules) are powered.
Set the value 1220 or 1221 to acquire measure from the sensor AN.. INPUT 5 or
AN. INPUT 1 or AN. INPUT 2 .
Set the value 1032 for the parameter related to the digital output (OUTPUT 1 to
OUTPUT 16) used to control the fuel pump.
If set, also minimum, low and high fuel levels are used (parameters P.0347,
P.0345, P.0343).
Important! if the first three conditions are met, the controller will control the pump no
matter what the threshold values are..
In particular, the last condition set thresholds are used even though related operation times
are set to zero (for disabling anomalies).
Very important is the thresholds setting which should be ranked by level (from down up), as
follows: minimum, low, start, stop, high.
As already explained, the controller operates even if thresholds are not in this order; all you
need is the first three ones lower than the last two ones (within each of the two groups they
can be swapped, but it is not recommended).
Set the values 3301 and 3302 for the parameters related to fuel pump start and
stop digital inputs.
Set the value 1032 for the parameter related to the digital output (OUTPUT 1 to
OUTPUT 16) used to control the fuel pump.
If used, set the values 4211, 4212, 4213 for the parameters related to the digital
inputs for minimum, low and high fuel level contact acquisition.
Important! if the first three conditions are met, the controller will control
the pump no matter what the connected contacts are.
In particular, the contacts related to the last connection are used even though
relevant operation times are set to zero (for disabling anomalies).
So, please pay attention to configuration. Last, contacts must match the following
pattern:
If the level is lower than the pump start threshold, the controller assigns the “start”
position.
If a low level threshold exists, and the level is lower than threshold, the controller
assigns the “low” position.
If a minimum level threshold exists, and the level is lower than the threshold, the
controller assigns the “minimum” position.
If the level is higher than the stop threshold, the controller assigns the “stop”
position.
If a maximum level threshold exists, and the level is higher than the threshold, the
controller assigns the “maximum” position.
If none of the previous condition is met, the controller assigns the “hysteresis”
position.
5.4.6 Protections
An “empty store tank” contact can be connected to one of the controller's settable digital
inputs. When this input activates, depending on the input management parameter value, you
can stop the fuel pump and then set a Warning - 4051, an Unload - 4052, a Deactivation–
4053 or an Alarm – 4053.
Moreover, you can set the maximum fuel pump activation time with parameter P.0404. This
parameter should be used to set the time needed for the pump to fill the equipment tank, in
the worst conditions: empty tank and engine started at maximum power. If the pump is
started (either manually or automatically) for more then said time, the controller stops the
fuel pump, does not modify the pump operation mode and activates the warning W064: a
pump failure or pump not sucking from the store tank is truelike.
5.5 Counters
The controller manages internally the following counters:
1. Resettable active power meter (kWh): it measures only the supplied power and
does not measure in case of power reverse.
2. Total Active power meter (kWh): it measures only the supplied power and does
not measure in case of power reverse.
3. Reactive power meter (kvarh): resettable to zero, it measures the absolute value.
10. Load working time with GCB closed (hours) counter (resettable to zero)
Counters are saved (all together and in the same time) in the following conditions:
immediately after each engine start (with engine running, not after each start
attempt).
Immediately after each engine stop (when controller acknowledges the engine
stopped status, not when stop is requested).
After each engine running hours counter increase (total, also if the engine has
been started for instance six times for ten minutes each time).
After each total engine running hours counter increase (total, also if the engine
has been started for instance six times for ten minutes each time).
Each time the load engine working hours counter is increased (total, also if the
engine has been started for instance six times for ten minutes each time).
Furthermore, counters are saved when they are reset to zero (individually or globally) via
front panel or serial port. Note that some counters have a decimal part (for example the
minutes-counters associated to hours-counters), which is also saved in a non-volatile
memory. Powering off the controller in an uncontrolled way can cause the loss of the decimal
part. You will need to switch the key to OFF-RESET to force the controller to save data,
before switching off the power.
The reset procedure is common to all counters, but only operates for a counter at a time. All
counters are shown at page M.05 and/or E.02. The procedure is the following: press the
ENTER button to select the function/selection, press the UP ▲ and DOWN▼ buttons to find
the counter to be reset and press the ACK/TEST and EXIT buttons together for at least 5 sec.
and/or until the “RESET/DEFAULT” message will be displayed. To delete/exit the page
press the EXIT button. The function/selection will exit automatically after 1 min. timeout.
To use this function, configure first one of the controller's or DITEL modules digital outputs
by setting the value 1031 – Engine coolant preheating for parameter related to the digital
output used to control the heating system. Moreover, the controller must be able to acquire
the cooling temperature: this can be done via ECU_CANBUS or connecting a temperature
analogic transducer connected to the input AN.. INPUT 3 for resistive analog sensor or input
AN. INPUT 1 or AN. INPUT 2 if output sensor (or DIVIT modules) is powered and setting the
values of parameters 1110 or 1111.
P.0355: temperature (in °C) below which the heating system must activate.
P.0356: temperature (in °C) above which the one the heating system must
deactivate.
The threshold P.0356 must be set to a value higher than P.0355: the two thresholds
guarantee a hysteresis in order to avoid continue turn the heating system on/off due to
minimum temperature shifts. The heating activates if the temperature drops below the
threshold P.0355 for at least one second; it turns off when the temperature rises above the
threshold P.0356 for at least one second.
5.7 Maintenance
The controller can automatically inform the operator about programmed maintenance. This
function is configurable with parameters P.0424 and P.0425. With P.0424, it is possible to
set extra operation hours for maintenance service. With P.0425 it is possible to set the type
of signal to be activated at due time: 1 - Warning, 2 - Deactivation, 4 - Deactivation with
power unload or 8 - Alarm (anomaly codes A39 or D39 or U39 or W39).
The function is enabled if the parameter P.0424 contains a value other than zero. The count
starts in the moment this parameter is set. When the time configured has elapsed, the
controller stores the status of the service request in the non-volatile memory. In this way,
also powering the controller off, signalling is not lost and cannot be reset. If an alarm has
been selected withy P.0425, then the generator cannot be used again. This function allows
to manage rental contracts “by hour number”.
To cancel the maintenance request (and the relevant signal) requires setting again the
parameter P.0424: to disable the function, set the parameter to zero; to set the next
maintenance after the same period as the previous one, simply confirm the existing
parameter; or set a new interval.
That at least one of the configurable controller's inputs acquire the actual mains
breaker status (code 3002 for input related parameters).
Three operation modes available for enabling delivery after failed MCB closure:
1. P.0221 = 0 does not enable the output due to failed MCB closure
It closes the GCB by powering again the load through the gen-set
In these cases, if the unit is controlling mains loads closing (GCB not
open yet), but acquires an MCB open status (continuously for the time
associated to the input), it will perform the following:
Now loads will no longer be automatically changed-over on mains. To do this the operator
must:
The warning W13 will be immediately disabled and a stop cycle with cooling will be started.
Nevertheless, if the mains breaker does not close again, warning will be again activated, the
cooling cycle will be interrupted and loads will be again changed-over on gen-set.
Usually, this function is not enabled with the key switched to MAN, and it is disabled if the
inhibit input is active.
The warning is activated only if mains is present: this because the breaker is powered by the
mains so that, when the mains fails, the status signal will not activate even with the breaker
closed.
Acquisition of signal configuration is performed through the parameters P.0110 and P.0111.
Setting a value different from zero in first parameter enables pick-up management; setting a
value other than zero in second parameter, enables W signal management (if both
parameters are set, first parameter has priority). To use CAN BUS, both parameters must be
set to zero, and the bus enabled (P.0700 other than zero).
Number of teeth of the pick-up wheel must be set in the parameter P.0110. This is a known
value and, anyway, easily computed
The ratio between the frequency of signal W and engine speed (expressed in rps.), must be
set in the parameter P.0111. This ratio depends on many factors and it is not easy to
calculate. If a frequency meter is available, simply start the engine (it will run at is rated and
known speed, i.e. 1,500 rpm) and measure the W signal frequency, and then calculate the
ratio. If a frequency meter is not available, the following method can be used:
Start the engine and, when at operating speed, note the rpm value shown by the
controller.
Calculate the ratio between the displayed speed and the actual engine speed
(displayed/actual).
Multiply the value previously set in P.0111 by this ratio and set the new value.
Restarting the engine the speed measure should be close to the actual speed. Then,
manually adjust the value P.0111 until you get the right display, considering that, for the
same true speed, the value displayed by the controller decreases when increasing P.0111.
To determine the engine speed, the generator frequency can also be used.
This function allows to monitor the trend of the active power in order to diagnose:
It is necessary to choose a priori the condition to be monitored (using the P.0481 parameter:
set it to zero to select the low power monitoring, set it to one to select the high power
monitoring).
Purpose of this function is to diagnose a low power condition (low load) and signaling the
problem through a controller's digital output (with more gen-sets in parallel this output could
The controller watches the total active power delivered, comparing it with two thresholds (so
setting a hysteresis band): the output is activated (signaling the low power condition) if the
power drops below the lower threshold for the set time. In the same way, the output is
disabled if the power rises above the upper threshold for the set time. These thresholds and
delays are set with following parameters:
If the thresholds P.0483 and P.0485 are set to zero or are not congruent, the function will be
disabled. To have everything working, the controller must know the actual closing status of
the GCB switch. A configured input must be present to acquire this status (code 3001 in
parameters P.2001 or following): if missing, the function is not enabled. To start the timing
(length configured with the parameter P.0482) during which the output is kept low
independently from the power, requires knowing the closing moment. This time allows the
system to stabilize before starting to watch powers.
Gen-set startup, generator waiting for operating rate, consent to delivery: in this
phase the output is not active.
Waiting for actual closing (acquired from configurable input): in this phase the
output is not active.
Wait for the time set in P.0482: in this phase the output is not active.
Power watch: if power drops down for P.0484 seconds below the threshold
P.0483 the output is enabled; if it rises for P.0486 seconds above the threshold
P.0485 the output is disabled; in the other cases it remains unchanged
(hysteresis).
The controller watches the total active power delivered, comparing it with two thresholds (so
setting a hysteresis band): the output is disabled if the power remains below the lower
threshold for the set time. In the same way, the output is enabled if the power rises above
the upper threshold for the set time. These thresholds and delays are set with the same
parameters of the low load signaling (refer to previous paragraph). The time set with
parameter P.0482 is not used.
To have everything working, the controller must know the actual closing status of the GCB
switch. A configured input must be present to acquire this status (code 3001 in parameters
P.2001 or following): if missing, the function is not enabled.
The output is activated in a maximum power condition, and can directly be used as control
for disconnecting loads. Ensure to pay attention to the thresholds: when a part of the loads is
disconnected, the power will decrease. If the lower threshold is too high, the output will be
disabled, and this could cause the load to be reconnected, with a pendulum effect.
The EJP function allows to start the engine and warm it before mains failure, so when it will
happen, loads can be immediately changed-over on gen-set, reducing to the minimum the
time the loads remain unsupplied.
The system is based on two signals, available through the mains provider:
A. A signal activated well in advance with respect to the mains failure (e.g. approx
30 mins).
We want to start the engine in (a settable) advance in relation to signal B; however, the load
must be taken only when B is active. The controller can perform this operation following the
steps below:
To use this function the controller has to be configured in the following way:
Set a digital input to acquire the “REMOTE START MODE” (code 2032 in the
P.2001 parameter or equivalent parameters for the other inputs). In addition, this
input requires configuring the engine startup delay (in seconds, in the parameter
P.2002 or equivalent), since A activates. If, for example, we want to warm the
engine for five minutes and the A signal will activate 30 minutes before B, it will
require to set 1,500 seconds, i.e. 25 minutes (it is possible to set delays up to
6,000 seconds, i.e. 100 minutes).
Set a digital input to acquire the “INHIBITION OF SUPPLY” (code 2502 in the
parameter P.2001 or equivalent parameters for the other inputs).
When both signals are inactive, the controller does not receive the remote start request and
remains at rest in AUTO mode. The INHIBITION OF SUPPLY contact is skipped.
When signal A activates, both controller inputs will be active. The controller will not
immediately shift to REMOTE START mode, but will do only after the time set in P.0508 (or
equivalents) is elapsed. So, also in this phase the INHIBITION OF SUPPLY is skipped. In
this phase, window S.01 shows the remaining time.
After the time since activation of signal A, the controller shifts to REMOTE START mode and
performs the engine start. In this phase, the INHIBITION OF SUPPLY input is no longer
skipped, and being it active (connected on contact NC), it will prevent the loads change-over
on gen-set.
When signal B activates, the INHIBITION OF SUPPLY input deactivates, allowing the load
change-over on gen-set.
When the mains is on, both signals A and B deactivate. Therefore, the controller reverts to
AUTO mode, due to mains on, performs the engine stop (with cooling cycle).
In this way the operator receives a signal in case of engine failure, but the generator will
keep powering the loads.
The controller manages a separate operating time counter when this OVERRIDE mode is
active.
WARNING: using this function may seriously damage the engine. SICES cannot be held
responsible for damages as results of the use of the OVERRIDE function for one or more
parameters causing malfunctions and damages to people and/or things.
6. Installation
WARNING! :DUE TO INTERNAL HIGH VOLTAGES, THE DEVICE ENCLOSURE MUST
BE GROUNDED.
A proper use of the device requires fixed installation in a cabinet or a panel. Accessing
device connections shall only be possible by means of specific tools or keys. Device removal
shall only be possible by means of tools.
External installation of overcurrent protection is required for any mains and generator phase.
The controller input impedance of any mains and gen-set lines, in normal operating
conditions, is greater then 1 Mohm. A 1 A protection threshold is adequate.
The safety heart connection wire must be at least equal in section as the wires used to
connect the mains and generator voltage line to the controller. The section of the wire must
match the overcurrent protection value used.
For CAT.IV application, the auxiliary low voltage negative supply (GND to J20-1) must be
grounded. Otherwise, the operation conditions must be requested to S.I.C.E.S.
For CAT.IV application, the max applicable voltage is 300 Vac (phase-to-neutral) and 520
Vac (phase-to-phase). Maximum voltage to ground is 300 Vac.
For CAT.III application, the max applicable voltage is 345 Vac (phase-to-neutral) and 600
Vac (phase-to-phase). Maximum voltage to ground is 600 Vac.
For CAT.IV application, with GCB contactor powered by the generator, use L1 phase to
power the J4-1 terminal.
80 80
WASHER Ø4
SPRING WASHER Ø4
EXAGONAL NUT 4MA
240
70
HOLE Ø 5MM 260