OPERATOR'S MANUAL

Protection and Power Management

PPM 300

DEIF A/S · Frisenborgvej 33 · DK-7800 Skive

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1. Introduction
1.1 About the Operator's manual...........................................................................................................................................................................................................6
1.1.1 Intended users of the Operator's manual.....................................................................................................................................................................6
1.1.2 Software version.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................6
1.1.3 Technical support..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................6
1.1.4 List of technical documentation for PPM 300...........................................................................................................................................................7
1.2 Warnings and safety................................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
1.2.1 Safety during installation and operation ......................................................................................................................................................................8
1.2.2 Automatic and remote-controlled starts........................................................................................................................................................................8
1.2.3 Switchboard control......................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
1.2.4 Controller power supply............................................................................................................................................................................................................8
1.2.5 Factory settings .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
1.2.6 Electrostatic discharge .............................................................................................................................................................................................................8
1.3 Legal information........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
1.3.1 Disclaimers ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
1.3.2 Open source software................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
1.3.3 Trademarks........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
1.3.4 Copyright..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................9

2. Overview of the system

2.1 Overview..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................10
2.1.1 Operating the PPM 300 controllers ..............................................................................................................................................................................10

3. Controller equipment
3.1 Display unit...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................12
3.1.1 Introduction to the display unit..........................................................................................................................................................................................12
3.1.2 Display unit LEDs and push-buttons............................................................................................................................................................................13
3.1.3 GENSET controller LEDs and push-buttons..........................................................................................................................................................14
3.1.4 EMERGENCY genset controller LEDs and push-buttons............................................................................................................................16
3.1.5 SHAFT generator controller LEDs and push-buttons .....................................................................................................................................18
3.1.6 SHORE connection controller LEDs and push-buttons ................................................................................................................................19
3.1.7 BUS TIE breaker controller LEDs and push-buttons ......................................................................................................................................21
3.2 Controller rack............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................22
3.2.1 Rack LEDs.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................22
3.2.2 PSM3.1 LEDs................................................................................................................................................................................................................................22
3.2.3 PCM3.1 LEDs................................................................................................................................................................................................................................24

4. Operating the system

4.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................25
4.1.1 About the operator actions...................................................................................................................................................................................................25
4.2 GENSET controller basic actions..............................................................................................................................................................................................25
4.2.1 Introduction to operating the GENSET controllers.............................................................................................................................................25
4.2.2 Changing modes.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................25
4.2.3 Starting the genset.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................27
4.2.4 Stopping the genset..................................................................................................................................................................................................................27
4.2.5 Closing the genset breaker.................................................................................................................................................................................................28
4.2.6 Opening the genset breaker...............................................................................................................................................................................................28
4.2.7 Setting genset start and stop priority............................................................................................................................................................................29
4.3 EMERGENCY genset controller basic actions..............................................................................................................................................................29
4.3.1 Introduction to operating the EMERGENCY genset controller.................................................................................................................29

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4.3.2 Changing modes.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................30

4.3.3 Starting the emergency genset........................................................................................................................................................................................31
4.3.4 Stopping the emergency genset......................................................................................................................................................................................32
4.3.5 Closing the emergency genset breaker.....................................................................................................................................................................32
4.3.6 Opening the emergency genset breaker...................................................................................................................................................................33
4.3.7 Closing the tie breaker............................................................................................................................................................................................................34
4.3.8 Opening the tie breaker..........................................................................................................................................................................................................34
4.3.9 Emergency genset test function......................................................................................................................................................................................35
4.4 SHAFT generator controller basic actions........................................................................................................................................................................35
4.4.1 Introduction to operating the SHAFT generator controller...........................................................................................................................35
4.4.2 Closing the shaft generator breaker.............................................................................................................................................................................36
4.4.3 Opening the shaft generator breaker...........................................................................................................................................................................37
4.5 SHORE connection controller basic actions..................................................................................................................................................................37
4.5.1 Introduction to operating the SHORE connection controller.......................................................................................................................37
4.5.2 Closing the shore connection breaker.........................................................................................................................................................................38
4.5.3 Opening the shore connection breaker......................................................................................................................................................................39
4.6 BUS TIE breaker controller basic actions..........................................................................................................................................................................39
4.6.1 Introduction to operating the BUS TIE breaker controller.............................................................................................................................39
4.6.2 Closing the bus tie breaker..................................................................................................................................................................................................39
4.6.3 Opening the bus tie breaker...............................................................................................................................................................................................40

5. Alarms and log

5.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................41
5.1.1 Alarm indication............................................................................................................................................................................................................................41
5.1.2 About the alarm list....................................................................................................................................................................................................................42
5.1.3 About the log..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................44
5.2 Alarm actions..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................46
5.2.1 Operator actions..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................46
5.2.2 Acknowledge..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................46
5.2.3 Silencing alarms..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................46
5.2.4 Reset latches.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................47
5.2.5 Shelve.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................47
5.2.6 Out of service.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................48
5.3 Event log..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................49
5.3.1 Reviewing log events...............................................................................................................................................................................................................49

6. Using the display unit

6.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................51
6.1.1 About the display unit..............................................................................................................................................................................................................51
6.1.2 About the features......................................................................................................................................................................................................................52
6.1.3 About the status bar..................................................................................................................................................................................................................53
6.1.4 About the soft keys....................................................................................................................................................................................................................53
6.1.5 About the virtual keyboard...................................................................................................................................................................................................55
6.2 Log on................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................56
6.2.1 About permissions......................................................................................................................................................................................................................56
6.2.2 Log on to controller....................................................................................................................................................................................................................56
6.2.3 Log off controller..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................58
6.3 Configure.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................58
6.3.1 About configure............................................................................................................................................................................................................................58
6.3.2 Configure parameters..............................................................................................................................................................................................................58
6.3.3 Configure I/O setup...................................................................................................................................................................................................................60

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6.3.4 Selecting a hardware module............................................................................................................................................................................................60

6.3.5 View or configure hardware module I/O terminals.............................................................................................................................................61
6.3.6 I/O terminal settings..................................................................................................................................................................................................................63
6.3.7 View or configure I/O relay..................................................................................................................................................................................................65
6.3.8 View or configure analogue input (AI).........................................................................................................................................................................66
6.3.9 View or configure analogue output (AO) or pulse width modulation (PWM)..................................................................................69
6.3.10 View or configure I/O alarms..............................................................................................................................................................................................71
6.3.11 View or configure functions.................................................................................................................................................................................................72
6.4 Tools....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................73
6.4.1 About tools.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................73
6.4.2 Configure communication.....................................................................................................................................................................................................73
6.4.3 About advanced setup............................................................................................................................................................................................................75
6.4.4 About permissions......................................................................................................................................................................................................................75
6.4.5 View groups....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................75
6.4.6 View users........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................77
6.4.7 About brightness menu..........................................................................................................................................................................................................78
6.4.8 View or configure brightness level setting................................................................................................................................................................78
6.4.9 View or configure the brightness time setting........................................................................................................................................................79
6.5 Alarm...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................80
6.5.1 About alarms..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................80
6.6 Log........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................80
6.6.1 About log...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................80
6.7 Live data...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................81
6.7.1 Viewing the Live data...............................................................................................................................................................................................................81
6.8 Info........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................82
6.8.1 About info..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................82
6.8.2 View production............................................................................................................................................................................................................................82
6.8.3 View about.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................83

7. Troubleshooting
7.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................85
7.1.1 Finding the source of the problem..................................................................................................................................................................................85
7.2 Using SWBD control for troubleshooting..........................................................................................................................................................................85
7.2.1 Introduction to SWBD control............................................................................................................................................................................................85
7.2.2 Troubleshooting the system under SWBD control.............................................................................................................................................85
7.3 Troubleshooting alarms.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................87
7.3.1 Troubleshooting alarms..........................................................................................................................................................................................................87
7.4 Engine................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................87
7.4.1 Start failure......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................87
7.4.2 Overspeed #...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................87
7.5 Network and communication........................................................................................................................................................................................................88
7.5.1 Ethernet redundancy broken..............................................................................................................................................................................................88

8. Maintenance
8.1 PCM3.1 internal battery......................................................................................................................................................................................................................89
8.1.1 Changing the battery................................................................................................................................................................................................................89

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9. End-of-life
9.1 Disposal of WEEE....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................91

10. Glossary
10.1 Terms and abbreviations..................................................................................................................................................................................................................92
10.2 Units.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................95
10.3 Symbols............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................97
10.3.1 Symbols for notes.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................97
10.3.2 Display unit symbols and push-buttons......................................................................................................................................................................98

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1. Introduction

1.1 About the Operator's manual

1.1.1 Intended users of the Operator's manual

This is the operator's manual for DEIF's Protection and Power Management controller, PPM 300. The manual is for the
operator who uses the controller display unit. The manual includes an introduction to the display unit (LEDs, push-buttons
and screen), basic operator tasks, alarms, logs, more advanced operator tasks, and trouble shooting. The information in this
manual is simplified and general.

See the Designer's handbook for more detailed information and descriptions..

DANGER!
Read this manual before you operate the system. Failure to do this could result in personal injury and
damage to the equipment.

1.1.2 Software version

The information in this document corresponds to software version 1.0.0.0.

1.1.3 Technical support

You can read about service and support options on the DEIF website, www.deif.com. You can also find contact details on the
DEIF website.

You have the following options if you need technical support:

• Help: The display unit includes context-sensitive help.
• Technical documentation: Download all the product technical documentation from the DEIF website:
www.deif.com/documentation
• Training: DEIF regularly offers training courses at the DEIF offices worldwide.
• Support: DEIF offers 24-hour support. See www.deif.com for contact details. There may be a DEIF subsidiary located near
you. You can also e-mail [email protected].
• Service: DEIF engineers can help with design, commissioning, operating and optimisation.

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1.1.4 List of technical documentation for PPM 300

Document Contents
• System description and functions
• Technical specifications
• Each controller type
Data sheet
◦ Applications, hardware, functions and protections
• Hardware modules, display unit, and accessories
• Ordering information
• System principles
• AC configuration and nominal settings
• Protections and alarms
• Breakers, synchronisation and de-loading
• Regulation
• Power management
Designer's handbook
• Each controller type
◦ Principles, sequences, functions and protections
• Hardware characteristics
• PICUS (PC software)
• CustomLogic
• Communication protocols
• Tools and materials
• Mounting
• Minimum wiring for each controller type
Installation instructions • Wiring for hardware module terminals
• Wiring for controller functions
• Wiring communication
• Wiring the display unit
• Tools, software and information required
• Controller, system and equipment checks
Commissioning guidelines • Regulator tuning
• System testing
• Troubleshooting
• Controller equipment (push-buttons and LEDs)
• Operating the system
Operator's manual • Alarms and log
• Using the display unit
• Troubleshooting and maintenance

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1.2 Warnings and safety

1.2.1 Safety during installation and operation

Installing and operating the equipment may require work with dangerous currents and voltages. The installation must only be
carried out by authorised personnel who understand the risks involved in working with electrical equipment.

DANGER!
Hazardous live currents and voltages. Do not touch any terminals, especially the AC measurement inputs
and the relay terminals. Touching the terminals could lead to injury or death.

1.2.2 Automatic and remote-controlled starts

The power management system automatically starts gensets when more power is needed. It can be difficult for an
inexperienced operator to predict which gensets will start. In addition, gensets can be started remotely (for example, by using
an Ethernet connection, or a digital input). To avoid personal injury, the genset design, the layout, and maintenance
procedures must take this into account.

1.2.3 Switchboard control

The controllers are designed to normally run under power management system control. When switchboard control is
activated, the controller functions as follows:
• It responds if an alarm situation arises, and carries out the alarm action, since the protections are still active.
• It does not respond to a blackout.
• It does not provide any power management.
• It does not prevent any operator actions.

The switchboard design must therefore ensure that the system is sufficiently protected when the controller is under
switchboard control.

1.2.4 Controller power supply

If the controller has no power supply, it is OFF and does not provide any protection to the system. The controller cannot
enforce any trips, shutdowns or latches when it is off. The controller does not provide any control or power management. All
the controller relays de-energise.

The controller must have a reliable power supply, which must include a backup power supply. In addition, the switchboard
design must ensure that the system is sufficiently protected if the controller power supply fails.

1.2.5 Factory settings

The controller is delivered pre-programmed from the factory with a set of default settings. These settings are based on typical
values and may not be correct for your system. You must therefore check all parameters before using the controller.

1.2.6 Electrostatic discharge

You must protect the equipment terminals from static discharge during handling, including installation and dismounting. Once
the equipment is correctly installed and the frame ground is connected, it is no longer necessary to protect the terminals from
static discharge.

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1.3 Legal information

1.3.1 Disclaimers

DEIF takes no responsibility for the installation or operation of the genset. Contact the genset company if you have any
doubt about how to install or operate the genset.

CAUTION
The DEIF equipment must not be opened by unauthorised personnel. If opened, the warranty is void.

INFO
You may remove, replace, or add a hardware module to the controller rack without losing the warranty. However,
you must follow DEIF's procedure.

Disclaimer
DEIF A/S reserves the right to change any of the contents of this document without prior notice.

1.3.2 Open source software

This product contains open source software licensed under, for example, the GNU General Public License (GNU GPL) and
GNU Lesser Public License (GNU LGPL). The source code for this software can be obtained by contacting DEIF at
[email protected]. DEIF reserves the right to charge for the cost of the service.

1.3.3 Trademarks

DEIF, power in control and the DEIF logo are trademarks of DEIF A/S.

EtherCAT® is a registered trademark and patented technology, licenced by Beckhoff Automation GmbH, Germany.

Modbus is a registered trademark of Schneider Automation Inc.

Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

All trademarks are the properties of their respective owners.

1.3.4 Copyright

© Copyright DEIF A/S 2015. All rights reserved.

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2. Overview of the system

2.1 Overview
2.1.1 Operating the PPM 300 controllers

The PPM 300 controllers ensure that the power required is available and that the system is protected for typical marine
applications.

Only qualified people may install and commission the controllers. After the controllers are installed and commissioned, they
are easy to operate.

Power management system (PMS) control

As far as possible, the controllers should all normally run under PMS control.

As far as possible, the GENSET controllers should all normally run in automatic mode (AUTO). In this mode, the PMS
automatically starts and stops gensets, according to the power requirements. The PMS also automatically closes and opens
the genset breakers to the busbar, to connect and disconnect the gensets as needed.

The SHAFT generator, SHORE connection and BUS TIE breaker controllers normally run under PMS control. For safety
reasons, these controllers will not normally automatically connect to a shaft generator or shore connection, or automatically
close a bus tie breaker. An operator action is needed to start these actions. Once the operator starts the action, the controller
automatically follows a pre-programmed sequence of actions.

The GENSET and EMERGENCY genset controllers can run in either AUTO or a semi-automatic (SEMI) mode. These are
both PMS modes. SEMI mode is a type of service mode. In SEMI mode, an operator action is needed to start or stop the
genset. An operator action is also needed to start the pre-programmed sequence to close or open the genset breaker to the
busbar.

Switchboard control
Each controller can also be put under switchboard control. The operator then manually controls the genset speeds and opens
and closes breakers. Switchboard control is useful for troubleshooting. It can also be useful in extreme circumstances if the
operator needs to override the control system. Under switchboard control, all the controller functions are disabled. However,
the controller protections are still active. The controller monitors the operation, and if an alarm condition arises, the controller
activates the alarm action.

Push-buttons and LEDs

The operator can use the display unit push-buttons to operate the system. This includes changing modes, selecting actions
to start pre-programmed sequences, changing genset priority, and silencing alarms. The push-buttons to start or stop the
genset, or close or open the breaker(s), are only active in SEMI mode.

The operator can look at the display unit LEDs to see the status of each part of the system.

Display unit screen *

The operator can monitor system operation on the display unit screen. The operator can also use the soft key buttons and
the display unit screen to log into the controller. The operator can then see the alarm lists and logs, and acknowledge and
unlatch alarms. The operator can also see or change the controller configuration.

PICUS *
PICUS - Power In Control Utility Software

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PICUS is the PC programming and monitoring tool, available from DEIF free of charge. The operator can connect a computer
with PICUS to the controller by using a direct connection. The operator can then log into the controller. When the operator
logs on, they can use PICUS to monitor operation, send commands that correspond to the push-button actions, manage
alarms, and see or change the controller configuration. *

* Both the display unit and PICUS are controlled by user level permissions which grant or restrict access to features of the
controller. Some features or functions may not be accessible to an operator depending upon the design of the controller
permissions.

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3. Controller equipment

3.1 Display unit

3.1.1 Introduction to the display unit

The front of the display unit consists of a top part and a bottom strip.

Figure 3.1 Display unit for a GENSET controller

No.
1 Top part
2 Bottom strip

The LEDs and push-buttons for the top part are the same for all controller types. The LEDs, push-buttons and picture on the
bottom strip vary according to the controller type. These are described below.

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3.1.2 Display unit LEDs and push-buttons

The top part of the front of the display unit is the same for all controller types. It includes LEDs that show the controller status
and a push-button to silence the alarm horn. The other push-buttons allow the operator to see controller information on the
display unit screen. The actual information available to the operator depends upon the permission access for the operator's
log on profile.* Using the push-buttons and the screen, the operator can see Live Data, or see, acknowledge and unlatch
alarms. If the operator logs in with the right permission level, he can also change the controller configuration.

* Some features or functions of the display unit may only be accessible if the user profile logged on has the necessary
permission access.

Figure 3.2 Display unit LEDs and push-buttons

1
8
2

3
9

5 6 6 6 6 10 11

Table 3.1 Display unit LED functions

No. Name Function

Display unit Green: the display unit power is OK.
1
power OK OFF: the display unit power is not OK.
Green: the controller self-check is OK.
2 Self-check OK
OFF: the controller self-check is not OK, or there is no connection to the controller
Green: the controller is in AUTO or SEMI mode, and there is no alarm action (for example,
Ready for shutdown, trip or block) that prevents the controlled equipment from supplying power.
3
operation OFF: the controller is under SWBD control, or there is an alarm action that prevents the controlled
equipment from supplying power.
Red (constant): Alarm(s) active, and all alarms acknowledged
Red (flashing): Unacknowledged alarm(s)
4 Alarm Yellow: Unlatched alarms can be reset (when no other alarms require action)
Green (flashing): Only unacknowledged alarm(s) where the alarm condition has cleared
Green (constant): No alarms

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INFO
The display unit LEDs show the status of the controller, and not the status of the display unit. The display unit
screen is lit if the display unit has power. The display unit screen is not lit if there is no power supply.

Table 3.2 Display unit push-button functions

No. Name Button Function

Stop the alarm output immediately.
5 Horn silence
Long press (> 0.5 s): Go to the alarms page.
6 Soft key Move the selector to a different column, or select the soft key shown on the screen.
7 Up Move the selector up on the screen.
8 OK Confirm the selection on the screen.
9 Down Move the selector down on the screen.
Short press (< 0.5 s): Go to the previous page.
10 Back
Long press (> 0.5 s): Go to the home page.
Short press (< 0.5 s): Display help.
11 Help
Long press (> 0.5 s): Go to Live data.

3.1.3 GENSET controller LEDs and push-buttons

The bottom strip of the front of the display unit is customised for the GENSET controller. It includes LEDs that show the
equipment and controller status, as well as push-buttons for operator actions.

GENSET controller LEDs

Figure 3.3 GENSET controller display unit LEDs

5 7

1 2 3 4 6

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Table 3.3 GENSET controller LED functions

No. Name Function

Green: There is running feedback. Oil pressure, RPM, frequency above configured limit.
1 Engine Green (flashing): Engine is becoming ready.
OFF: The engine is not running, or there is no running feedback.
Green: The generator voltage and frequency are OK, and the controller can synchronise and close the
breaker.
Green (flashing): The generator voltage and frequency are OK, but the V&Hz OK timer is still running.
2 Generator The controller cannot close the breaker.
Yellow: The generator voltage and frequency are measurable, but not OK. The controller cannot close
the breaker.
OFF: The generator voltage is too low to measure.
Green: The breaker is closed.
Yellow: The breaker spring is charging (only applies to a compact breaker).
Yellow (flashing): The controller is synchronising or de-loading the breaker.
3 Breaker
Red: The controller tripped the breaker, and the trip alarm is unacknowledged and/or the alarm
condition is still present.
OFF: The breaker is open.
Green: The busbar voltage and frequency are OK, and the controller can synchronise and close the
breaker.
Green (flashing): The busbar voltage and frequency are OK, but the V&Hz OK timer is still running.
4 Busbar The controller cannot close the breaker.
Yellow: The busbar voltage and frequency are measurable, but not OK.
Red: The busbar voltage is too low to measure (for example, during a blackout). The controller can
close the breaker.
Green: The controller is in AUTO mode.
5 AUTO mode
OFF: The controller is not in AUTO mode.
Green: The controller is in SEMI mode.
6 SEMI mode
OFF: The controller is not in SEMI mode.
Green: The genset has the first priority in the genset start order in the power management system.
Yellow: The genset is next in the genset start order in the power management system.
7 1st priority
OFF: Another genset has first priority, or the power management system automatically calculates the
genset priority, or the controller is under SWBD control.

GENSET controller push-buttons

Figure 3.4 GENSET controller display unit push-buttons

1 3 5 7

2 4 6

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Table 3.4 GENSET controller push-button functions

No. Name Function

SEMI mode: The controller starts the genset start sequence.
1 Genset start
AUTO mode or Switchboard control: The controller ignores the input from this push-button.
SEMI mode: The controller starts the genset stop sequence.
2 Genset stop
AUTO mode or Switchboard control: The controller ignores the input from this push-button.
SEMI mode: The controller starts the breaker close sequence.
3 Close breaker
AUTO mode or Switchboard control: The controller ignores the input from this push-button.
SEMI mode: The controller starts the breaker open sequence (if the PMS allows this).
4 Open breaker
AUTO mode or Switchboard control: The controller ignores the input from this push-button.
SEMI mode: The controller changes to AUTO mode.
5 AUTO mode
AUTO mode or Switchboard control: The controller ignores the input from this push-button.
AUTO mode: The controller changes to SEMI mode.
6 SEMI mode
SEMI mode or Switchboard control: The controller ignores the input from this push-button.
The controller gives the genset the first priority in the genset start order in the power management
7 1st priority
system.

3.1.4 EMERGENCY genset controller LEDs and push-buttons

The bottom strip of the front of the display unit is customised for the EMERGENCY genset controller. It includes LEDs that
show the equipment and controller status, as well as push-buttons for operator actions.

EMERGENCY genset controller LEDs

Figure 3.5 EMERGENCY genset controller display unit LEDs

6 8

1 2 3 4 5 7

Table 3.5 EMERGENCY genset controller LED functions

No. Name Function

Green: There is running feedback.
1 Engine
OFF: The engine is not running, or there is no running feedback.
Green: The generator voltage and frequency are OK, and the controller can synchronise and close the
breaker.
Green (flashing): The generator voltage and frequency are OK, but the V&Hz OK timer is still running.
2 Generator The controller cannot close the breaker.
Yellow: The generator voltage and frequency are measurable, but not OK. The controller cannot close
the breaker.
OFF: The generator voltage is too low to measure.

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No. Name Function

Green: The breaker is closed.
Yellow: The breaker spring is charging (only applies to a compact breaker).
Yellow (flashing): The controller is synchronising or de-loading the breaker.
3 Breaker
Red: The controller tripped the breaker, and the trip alarm is unacknowledged and/or the alarm
condition is still present.
OFF: The breaker is open.
Green: The tie breaker is closed.
Yellow: The tie breaker spring is charging (only applies to a compact breaker).
Yellow (flashing): The controller is synchronising or de-loading the tie breaker.
4 Tie breaker
Red: The controller tripped the tie breaker, and the trip alarm is unacknowledged and/or the alarm
condition is still present.
OFF: The tie breaker is open.
Green: The busbar voltage and frequency are OK, and the controller can synchronise and connect to
the busbar.
Green (flashing): The busbar voltage and frequency are OK, but the V&Hz OK timer is still running.
5 Busbar The controller cannot connect to the busbar.
Yellow: The busbar voltage and frequency are measurable, but not OK.
Red: The busbar voltage is too low to measure (for example, during a blackout). The controller can
connect to the busbar.
Green: The controller is in AUTO mode.
6 AUTO mode
OFF: The controller is not in AUTO mode.
Green: The controller is in SEMI mode.
7 SEMI mode
OFF: The controller is not in SEMI mode.
Green: The controller is running a test sequence (starts the emergency generator, and synchronises
8 Test and closes the generator breaker). The actual test depends on the test configuration in the controller.
OFF: The controller is not running a test.

EMERGENCY genset controller push-buttons

Figure 3.6 EMERGENCY genset controller display unit push-buttons

1 3 5 7 9

2 4 6 8

Table 3.6 EMERGENCY genset controller push-button functions

No. Name Function

SEMI mode: The controller starts the genset start sequence.
1 Genset start
AUTO mode or Switchboard control: The controller ignores the input from this push-button.
SEMI mode: The controller starts the genset stop sequence.
2 Genset stop
AUTO mode or Switchboard control: The controller ignores the input from this push-button.

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No. Name Function

SEMI mode: The controller starts the breaker close sequence.
3 Close breaker
AUTO mode or Switchboard control: The controller ignores the input from this push-button.
SEMI: The controller starts the breaker open sequence (if the PMS allows this).
4 Open breaker
AUTO mode or Switchboard control: The controller ignores the input from this push-button.
Close tie SEMI mode: The controller starts the tie breaker close sequence.
5
breaker AUTO mode or Switchboard control: The controller ignores the input from this push-button.
Open tie SEMI mode: The controller starts the tie breaker open sequence.
6
breaker AUTO mode or Switchboard control: The controller ignores the input from this push-button.
SEMI mode: The controller changes to AUTO mode.
7 AUTO mode
AUTO mode or Switchboard control: The controller ignores the input from this push-button.
AUTO mode: The controller changes to SEMI mode.
8 SEMI mode
SEMI mode or Switchboard control: The controller ignores the input from this push-button.
SEMI mode: The controller starts a test of the emergency generator and breakers. The actual test
9 Test
depends on the test configuration in the controller.

3.1.5 SHAFT generator controller LEDs and push-buttons

The bottom strip of the front of the display unit is customised for the SHAFT generator controller. It includes LEDs that show
the equipment and controller status, as well as push-buttons for operator actions.

SHAFT generator controller LEDs

Figure 3.7 SHAFT generator controller display unit LEDs

1 2 3

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Table 3.7 SHAFT generator controller LED functions

No. Name Function

Green: The generator voltage and frequency are OK, and the controller can close the breaker.
Green (flashing): The generator voltage and frequency are OK, but the V&Hz OK timer is still running.
Shaft The controller cannot close the breaker.
1
generator Yellow: The generator voltage and frequency are measurable, but not OK. The controller cannot close
the breaker.
OFF: The generator voltage is too low to measure.
Green: The breaker is closed.
Yellow: The breaker spring is charging (only applies to a compact breaker).
Yellow (flashing): The controller is synchronising or de-loading the breaker.
2 Breaker
Red: The controller tripped the breaker, and the trip alarm is unacknowledged and/or the alarm
condition is still present.
OFF: The breaker is open.
Green: The busbar voltage and frequency are OK, and the controller can close the breaker.
Green (flashing): The busbar voltage and frequency are OK, but the V&Hz OK timer is still running.
The controller cannot close the breaker.
3 Busbar
Yellow: The busbar voltage and frequency are measurable, but not OK.
Red: The busbar voltage is too low to measure (for example, during a blackout). The controller can
close the breaker.

SHAFT generator controller push-buttons

Figure 3.8 SHAFT generator controller display unit push-buttons

Table 3.8 SHAFT generator controller push-button functions

No. Name Function

PMS control: The controller starts the breaker close sequence.
1 Close breaker
Switchboard control: The controller ignores the input from this push-button.
PMS control: The controller starts the breaker open sequence.
2 Open breaker
Switchboard control: The controller ignores the input from this push-button.

3.1.6 SHORE connection controller LEDs and push-buttons

The bottom strip of the front of the display unit is customised for the SHORE connection controller. It includes LEDs that
show the equipment and controller status, as well as push-buttons for operator actions.

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SHORE connection controller LEDs

Figure 3.9 SHORE connection controller display unit LEDs

1 2 3

Table 3.9 SHORE connection controller LED functions

No. Name Function

Green: The connection voltage and frequency are OK, and the controller can close the breaker.
Green (flashing): The connection voltage and frequency are OK, but the V&Hz OK timer is still
Shore running. The controller cannot close the breaker.
1
connection Yellow: The connection voltage and frequency are measurable, but not OK. The controller cannot
close the breaker.
OFF: The connection voltage is too low to measure.
Green: The breaker is closed.
Yellow: The breaker spring is charging (only applies to a compact breaker).
Yellow (flashing): The controller is synchronising or de-loading the breaker.
2 Breaker
Red: The controller tripped the breaker, and the trip alarm is unacknowledged and/or the alarm
condition is still present.
OFF: The breaker is open.
Green: The busbar voltage and frequency are OK, and the controller can close the breaker.
Green (flashing): The busbar voltage and frequency are OK, but the V&Hz OK timer is still running.
3 Busbar The controller cannot close the breaker.
Yellow: The busbar voltage and frequency are measurable, but not OK.
Red: The busbar voltage is too low to measure. The controller can close the breaker.

SHORE connection controller push-buttons

Figure 3.10 SHORE connection controller display unit push-buttons

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Table 3.10 SHORE connection controller push-button functions

No. Name Function

PMS control: The controller starts the breaker close sequence.
1 Close breaker
Switchboard control: The controller ignores the input from this push-button.
PMS control: The controller starts the breaker open sequence.
2 Open breaker
Switchboard control: The controller ignores the input from this push-button.

3.1.7 BUS TIE breaker controller LEDs and push-buttons

The bottom strip of the front of the display unit is customised for the BUS TIE breaker controller. It includes LEDs that show
the equipment and controller status, as well as push-buttons for operator actions.

BUS TIE breaker controller LEDs

Figure 3.11 BUS TIE breaker controller display unit LEDs

1 2 3

Table 3.11 BUS TIE breaker controller LED functions

No. Name Function

Green: The busbar A voltage and frequency are OK, and the controller can close the breaker.
Green (flashing): The busbar A voltage and frequency are OK, but the V&Hz OK timer is still running.
The controller cannot close the breaker.
1 Busbar A
Yellow: The busbar A voltage and frequency are measurable, but not OK. The controller cannot close
the breaker.
Red: The busbar A voltage is too low to measure. The controller can close the breaker.
Green: The breaker is closed.
Yellow: The breaker spring is charging (only applies to a compact breaker).
Bus tie Yellow (flashing): The controller is synchronising or de-loading the breaker.
2
breaker Red: The controller tripped the breaker, and the trip alarm is unacknowledged and/or the alarm condition
is still present.
OFF: The breaker is open.
Green: The busbar B voltage and frequency are OK, and the controller can close the breaker.
Green (flashing): The busbar B voltage and frequency are OK, but the V&Hz OK timer is still running.
3 Busbar B The controller cannot close the breaker.
Yellow: The busbar B voltage and frequency are measurable, but not OK.
Red: The busbar B voltage is too low to measure. The controller can close the breaker.

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BUS TIE breaker controller push-buttons

Figure 3.12 BUS TIE breaker controller display unit push-buttons

Table 3.12 BUS TIE breaker controller push-button functions

No. Name Function

PMS control: The controller starts the breaker close sequence.
1 Close bus tie breaker
Switchboard control: The controller ignores the input from this push-button.
PMS control: The controller starts the breaker open sequence.
2 Open bus tie breaker
Switchboard control: The controller ignores the input from this push-button.

3.2 Controller rack

3.2.1 Rack LEDs

You will normally not be able to see the controller rack, since it is normally in an enclosed switchboard. However, the
controller rack includes LEDs that can be useful for troubleshooting, and these are described here.

Module LEDs
PSM3.1, ACM3.1, EIM3.1, GAM3.1 and PCM3.1 each have a red status LED. The module status LED lights if the hardware
module self-check is not OK. If the controller power supply LED on PSM3.1 is red, the LED(s) at the top of the hardware
module(s) that failed the self-check may be red.

These LEDs are at the top of the hardware module inside the rack frame, and may be hidden by wiring or other equipment. If
there is not too much light, the glow from the LED(s) should be visible at the top of the rack.

INFO
The hardware modules' LEDs may be red while the controller is starting up, or during a software update. This is
normal, and does not mean that the hardware modules failed the self-check.

3.2.2 PSM3.1 LEDs

PSM3.1 supplies power to the controller.

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Symbol Name Function

Green: The power supply to PSM3.1 is OK, and all of the controller hardware
module self-checks were OK.
Power Red: The power supply to PSM3.1 is OK, but one or more controller hardware
module self-checks were not OK.
OFF: No power.
Green: The internal EtherCAT communication between the hardware modules in the
controller is OK.
Internal EtherCAT Green (flashing): There is internal EtherCAT communication, however, the
communication controller is starting up, or there are internal EtherCAT communication problems.
OFF: There is no internal EtherCAT communication between the hardware modules
in the controller.
Controller extension rack
EtherCAT communication For future use to connect extension rack.
in
Controller extension rack
EtherCAT communication For future use to connect extension rack.
out

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3.2.3 PCM3.1 LEDs

Symbol Name Function

Green: The Ethernet connection is OK.
DEIF network Green (flashing): There is data traffic in the Ethernet connection.
PCM3.1 1 port 1* OFF: There is no Ethernet connection, or the Ethernet connection is
1
not OK.
2
Green: The Ethernet connection is OK.
DEIF network Green (flashing): There is data traffic in the Ethernet connection.
H 1 2 port 2* OFF: There is no Ethernet connection, or the Ethernet connection is
CAN-A 2 not OK.
L 3 CAN A CAN bus A For future use with engine communication.
H 4
CAN B CAN bus B For future use with engine communication.
CAN-B 5
L
Green: The controller self-check is OK.
6
Red (flashing fast): The power supply to a PSM or EIM has failed.
CAN-A Self-check OK Red (flashing slowly): One or more hardware module self-check is
CAN-B not OK.
OFF: There is no power on the rack backplane.
Green: SD card OK.
SD card status Green (flashing): The controller is writing to the SD card.
OFF: No SD card, or SD card not OK.
Green: The Ethernet connection is OK.
Green (flashing): There is data traffic in the Ethernet connection.
DEIF network Orange: The data traffic in the Ethernet connection is over 1000
3 port 3 Mbps.
OFF: There is no Ethernet connection, or the Ethernet connection is
not OK.
Green: The Ethernet connection is OK.
3
DEIF network Green (flashing): There is data traffic in the Ethernet connection.
4 port 4* OFF: There is no Ethernet connection, or the Ethernet connection is
not OK.
4
Green: The Ethernet connection is OK.
5
DEIF network Green (flashing): There is data traffic in the Ethernet connection.
5 port 5* OFF: There is no Ethernet connection, or the Ethernet connection is
not OK.

*Note: For ports 1, 2, 4 and 5, the green LED on the front of the module works in the same way as the green LED on the
actual port. The actual Ethernet ports at the top (ports 1 and 2) and bottom (ports 4 and 5) of the rack also have an orange
LED.

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4. Operating the system

4.1 Introduction
4.1.1 About the operator actions

This chapter describes the basic tasks that the operator can do using the display unit push-buttons.

4.2 GENSET controller basic actions

4.2.1 Introduction to operating the GENSET controllers

Normal operation
The GENSET controllers should normally be in AUTO mode. When one or more GENSET controllers are in AUTO mode, the
power management system automatically starts and connects gensets, or disconnects and stops gensets, according to the
power required and the genset priority order.

Blackout response
If there is a blackout, the power management system automatically follows the blackout recovery sequence to start and
connect gensets, in order to restore power. If there is a blackout and a GENSET controller is in SEMI mode, the power
management system will automatically change the controller to AUTO mode. No operator actions are needed.

However, if there is a blackout while the GENSET controller is under switchboard control, the power management system will
not attempt to start or connect that genset. If the operator wants the power management system to start and connect the
genset, the operator needs to change the switchboard control selector to PMS control.

4.2.2 Changing modes

The GENSET controller can run under PMS control in AUTO or SEMI mode. The controller can also run under switchboard
control. The following procedures describe how to change the controller's operating mode and control.

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Mode Procedure
To change to AUTO mode from SEMI mode:

1. Operator action: Press to select AUTO mode.

• System response: The LED next to is green when the controller is in AUTO mode.
AUTO

You cannot change from switchboard control to AUTO mode using the display unit push-buttons. If the
controller is under switchboard control, you must first change to AUTO/SEMI mode by changing the
switchboard control selector (on the switchboard) to PMS.
To change to SEMI mode from AUTO mode:

1. Operator action: Press to select SEMI mode.

• System response: The LED next to is green when the controller is in SEMI mode.
SEMI

You cannot change from switchboard control to SEMI mode using the display unit push-buttons. If the
controller is under switchboard control, you must first change to AUTO/SEMI mode by changing the
switchboard control selector (on the switchboard) to PMS control.
To change to switchboard control, the controller can be in either AUTO or SEMI mode.

To change to switchboard control:

1. Operator action: Change the switchboard control selector (on the switchboard) to switchboard control.
• System response: For safety reasons, whenever there is a connected GENSET controller under
Switchboard
switchboard control (that is, the genset is running and the generator breaker is closed), all the
control
GENSET controllers in AUTO mode are automatically changed to SEMI mode.
◦ This means that the automatic power management functions (automatic genset start or stop, and
automatic breaker close and open) are no longer active for any GENSET controllers.
◦ Each controller will however still trip the breaker(s) and/or stop the genset if the operating conditions
activate an alarm that trips the breaker(s) and/or stops the genset.

CAUTION
If you change the last GENSET controller that is in AUTO mode to SEMI mode, the power management system
cannot automatically start or stop any gensets, or open or close any breakers.

INFO
The switchboard equipment is third-party equipment. The switchboard control selector labels may therefore be
different from the names used above.

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4.2.3 Starting the genset

Mode Procedure
When the controller is in AUTO mode, the genset start is controlled automatically and the display unit
AUTO push-buttons are disabled. If the power management system calculates that more power is required, the
controller automatically starts the genset(s), according to the genset priority order.
To start the genset:

1. Operator action: Press to start the genset.

SEMI
• System response: The controller runs the start sequence.
◦ If everything is OK, the genset starts.
◦ If the genset does not start, the display unit shows an info message.
Switchboard When the controller is under switchboard control, the display unit push-buttons are disabled. The genset
control can only be started locally and/or from the switchboard.

INFO
The switchboard equipment is third-party equipment. The switchboard might not include a button to start the genset.

4.2.4 Stopping the genset

Mode Procedure
When the controller is in AUTO mode, the genset stop is controlled automatically and the display unit push-
AUTO buttons are disabled. If the power management system calculates that power is not required, the controller
will automatically stop the genset(s), according to the genset priority order.

The genset breaker must be open to stop the genset. If the genset breaker is not open, press to open
the breaker before stopping the genset. See Opening the genset breaker for more information.

To stop the genset:

1. Operator action: To stop the genset with a cooldown time, press once.
SEMI • System response: The controller stops the genset after the cooldown time.
• System response: If the genset does not stop, the controller activates an alarm.

2. Operator action: Press again to skip the cooldown time and stop the genset immediately.
• Note: A genset stop without cooldown time increases the mechanical wear of the genset. The genset
may also have problems if it needs to restart immediately. The genset should only be stopped without
cooldown time in emergencies. Contact the genset manufacturer for more information.
• System response: If the genset does not stop, the controller activates an alarm.
Switchboard When the controller is under switchboard control, the display unit push-buttons are disabled. The genset
control can only be stopped locally and/or from the switchboard.

INFO
The switchboard equipment is third-party equipment. The switchboard might not include a button to stop the genset.

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4.2.5 Closing the genset breaker

Mode Procedure
When the controller is in AUTO mode, the genset breaker is controlled automatically and the display unit
push-buttons are disabled. If the power management system calculations show that more power is
AUTO
required, the controller automatically starts the genset(s) and closes the breaker(s), according to the
genset priority order.

The genset must be running to close the genset breaker. If the genset is not running, press to start
the genset. See Starting the genset for more information.

To close the breaker:

SEMI 1. Operator action: Press to close the genset breaker.

a. System response: The power management system synchronises the genset with the busbar.
During synchronisation, the breaker LED is yellow (flashing).
b. System response: When the genset and busbar are synchronised, the controller closes the
breaker. When the breaker is closed, the breaker LED is green.
• If the genset and busbar are not synchronised before the synchronisation timer expires, the
breaker does not close. The synchronisation failure alarm is activated.
Switchboard When the controller is under switchboard control, the display unit push-buttons are disabled. The genset
control breaker can only be closed using the switchboard.

4.2.6 Opening the genset breaker

Mode Procedure
When the controller is in AUTO mode, the genset breaker is controlled automatically and the display unit
AUTO push-buttons are disabled. If power is not required, the controller will automatically open the genset
breaker as part of the genset stop sequence.
To open the genset breaker:

1. Operator action: Press to open the genset breaker.

a. System response: The power management system calculates whether there will be enough power
available after the genset breaker is opened. If not, the power management system will not allow
SEMI
the genset breaker to open, and the controller display unit will show an info message.
b. System response: The power management system de-loads the breaker until the load is less than
the de-load open point. During de-loading, the breaker LED is yellow (flashing).
c. System response: The controller opens the genset breaker. The breaker LED is OFF when the
breaker is open.
Switchboard When the controller is under switchboard control, the display unit push-buttons are disabled. The breaker
control can only be opened using the switchboard.

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4.2.7 Setting genset start and stop priority

For efficiency or maintenance reasons, you might want certain gensets to automatically run as much as possible, and others
to run at little as possible. The power management system has a priority order for the gensets to enable you to do this. If a
genset start is needed, the power management system starts the first non-running genset in the priority order. Similarly, if a
genset stop is needed, the power management system stops the last running genset in the priority order.

The operator can determine the genset priority. Alternatively, the power management system determines the genset priority.

Press on a GENSET controller display unit to manually move its genset to the first position in the priority order. The

LED next to lights when a GENSET controller has first priority.

If you have a system with multiple gensets, you can use the button to set the priority for each genset:
1. To prevent unwanted automatic genset starts and stops, you can put all the GENSET controllers into SEMI mode before
you set the genset priority.
2. Decide on the genset priority order.
• For example, in a system with four gensets (A, B, C and D), you may want the priority order to be A, B, C and then D.

3. Working from the back to the front of the order, press on the display unit of the relevant GENSET controller, and
wait for the 1st priority LED to turn green.

• For the example, you will press in the order: genset D, C, B, and then A. The genset priority order will then be A,
B, C, and then D.
◦ If all the controllers are in AUTO, and gensets A and B are running and connected, if the power management system
needs to start another genset, it will start genset C.
◦ If gensets A and B are running and connected and the power management system needs to stop a genset, it will
disconnect and stop genset B.
4. Starting with the GENSET controller at the front of the priority order, put all the GENSET controllers that you want to run
in AUTO mode into AUTO mode.

4.3 EMERGENCY genset controller basic actions

4.3.1 Introduction to operating the EMERGENCY genset controller

Normal operation
The EMERGENCY genset controller is normally in AUTO mode. During normal operation, apart from emergency genset
tests, the emergency genset does not run.

Blackout response
If there is a blackout, the power management system automatically follows the blackout recovery sequence to start and
connect gensets, in order to restore power. If the gensets do not supply power within the time allowed (the default is 30
seconds), the power management system automatically opens the tie breaker, starts the emergency genset and closes the
emergency genset breaker.

If there is a blackout and the EMERGENCY genset controller is in SEMI mode, the controller automatically changes to AUTO
mode. No operator actions are needed.

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However, if there is a blackout while the EMERGENCY genset controller is under switchboard control, the power
management system does not attempt to start or connect the emergency genset. If the operator wants the power
management system to start and connect the emergency genset, the operator needs to change the switchboard control
selector to PMS control.

Harbour operation
When harbour operation is active, the emergency genset breaker and the tie breaker are closed. The emergency genset
runs, and supplies power as if it were an ordinary diesel genset. The power management system controls the system, and
starts and stops the other gensets as needed. When harbour operation is active, the emergency genset is first in the genset
priority order, and is therefore always running and connected when the EMERGENCY genset controller is in AUTO mode.

4.3.2 Changing modes

The EMERGENCY genset controller can run in AUTO or SEMI mode, or under switchboard control. The EMERGENCY
genset controller can also run a test sequence (see Emergency genset test function).

Mode Procedure
To change to AUTO mode from SEMI mode:

1. Operator action: Press to select AUTO mode.

• System response: The LED next to is green when the controller is in AUTO mode.
AUTO

You cannot change from switchboard control to AUTO mode using the display unit push-buttons. If the
controller is under switchboard control, you must first change to AUTO/SEMI mode by changing the
switchboard control selector (on the switchboard) to PMS control.
To change to SEMI mode from AUTO mode:

1. Operator action: Press to select SEMI mode.

• System response: The LED next to is green when the controller is in SEMI mode.
SEMI

You cannot change from switchboard control to SEMI mode using the display unit push-buttons. If the
controller is under switchboard control, you must first change to AUTO/SEMI mode by changing the
switchboard control selector (on the switchboard) to PMS control.
To change to switchboard control, the controller can be in either AUTO or SEMI mode.

To change to switchboard control:

1. Operator action: Change the switchboard control selector (on the switchboard) to switchboard control.
• System response: For safety reasons, whenever there is a connected EMERGENCY genset
Switchboard controller under switchboard control (that is, the genset is running and the generator breaker and tie
control breaker are closed), all the GENSET controllers in AUTO mode are automatically changed to SEMI
mode.
◦ This means that the automatic power management functions (automatic genset start or stop, and
automatic breaker close and open) are no longer active for any genset controllers.
◦ Each controller will however still trip the breaker(s) and/or stop the genset if the operating conditions
activate an alarm that trips the breaker(s) and/or stops the genset.

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CAUTION
If you change the last controller that is in AUTO mode to SEMI mode, the power management system cannot
automatically start or stop any gensets, or open or close any breakers.

INFO
The switchboard equipment is third-party equipment. The switchboard control selector labels may therefore be
different from the names used above.

4.3.3 Starting the emergency genset

Mode Procedure
When the controller is in AUTO mode, the emergency genset start is controlled automatically and the
AUTO
display unit push-buttons are disabled.
To start the emergency genset:

1. Operator action: Press to start the emergency genset.

SEMI
• System response: The controller runs the start sequence.
◦ If everything is OK, the emergency genset starts.
◦ If the emergency genset does not start, the display unit shows an info message.
Switchboard When the controller is under switchboard control, the display unit push-buttons are disabled. The genset
control can only be started locally and/or from the switchboard.

INFO
The switchboard equipment is third-party equipment. The switchboard might not include a button to start the genset.

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4.3.4 Stopping the emergency genset

Mode Procedure
When the controller is in AUTO mode, the emergency genset stop is controlled automatically and the
display unit push-buttons are disabled.
AUTO
After a blackout, the controller will automatically disconnect and stop the emergency genset when there is
a stable voltage on the main busbar.
The emergency genset breaker must be open to stop the emergency genset. If the emergency genset

breaker is not open, press to open the breaker before stopping the emergency genset. See Opening
the emergency genset breaker for more information.

To stop the genset:

1. Operator action: To stop the emergency genset with a cooldown time, press once.
SEMI • System response: The controller stops the emergency genset after the cooldown time.
• System response: If the emergency genset does not stop, the controller activates an alarm.

2. Operator action: Press again to skip the cooldown time and stop the emergency genset
immediately.
• Note: A genset stop without cooldown time increases the mechanical wear of the genset. The genset
may also have problems if it needs to restart immediately. The genset should only be stopped without
cooldown time in emergencies. Contact the genset manufacturer for more information.
• System response: If the emergency genset does not stop, the controller activates an alarm.
Switchboard When the controller is under switchboard control, the display unit push-buttons are disabled. The
control emergency genset can only be stopped locally and/or from the switchboard.

INFO
The switchboard equipment is third-party equipment. The switchboard might not include a button to stop the genset.

4.3.5 Closing the emergency genset breaker

INFO
The EMERGENCY genset controller display unit has two sets of breaker push-buttons. The emergency genset
breaker push-buttons are on the left, closest to the genset pictogram.

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Mode Procedure
When the controller is in AUTO mode, the emergency genset breaker is controlled automatically and the
AUTO
display unit push-buttons are disabled.
The emergency genset must be running to close the genset breaker. If the emergency genset is not

running, press to start the emergency genset. See Starting the emergency genset for more
information.

To close the emergency genset breaker:

SEMI
1. Operator action: Press to close the emergency genset breaker.
a. System response: The power management system synchronises the emergency genset with the
busbar. During synchronisation, the breaker LED is yellow (flashing).
b. System response: When the emergency genset and busbar are synchronised, the controller closes
the breaker. When the breaker is closed, the breaker LED is green.
• If the emergency genset and busbar are not synchronised before the synchronisation timer
expires, the breaker does not close. The synchronisation failure alarm is activated.
Switchboard When the controller is under switchboard control, the display unit push-buttons are disabled. The
control emergency genset breaker can only be closed using the switchboard.

4.3.6 Opening the emergency genset breaker

INFO
The EMERGENCY genset controller display unit has two sets of breaker push-buttons. The emergency genset
breaker push-buttons are on the left, closest to the genset pictogram.

Mode Procedure
When the controller is in AUTO mode, the emergency genset breaker is controlled automatically and the
display unit push-buttons are disabled.
AUTO
After a blackout, the controller will automatically disconnect and stop the emergency genset when there is
a stable voltage on the main busbar.
To open the emergency genset breaker:

1. Operator action: Press to open the emergency genset breaker.

a. System response: The power management system calculates whether there will be enough power
available after the emergency genset breaker is opened. If not, the power management system will
not allow the emergency genset breaker to open, and the controller display unit will show an info
SEMI
message.
b. System response: The power management system de-loads the emergency genset breaker until
the load is less than the de-load open point. During de-loading, the breaker LED is yellow
(flashing).
c. System response: The controller opens the genset breaker. The breaker LED is OFF when the
breaker is open.
Switchboard When the controller is under switchboard control, the display unit push-buttons are disabled. The
control emergency genset breaker can only be opened using the switchboard.

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4.3.7 Closing the tie breaker

The tie breaker is normally closed. This means that the emergency busbar is normally connected to the main busbar. The
emergency busbar and main busbar normally act as one busbar (and not as two independent busbars).

The tie breaker may be opened and closed automatically for a limited time as part of the test function.

The emergency genset breaker and the tie breaker are both closed for an unlimited time when harbour operation is active.

INFO
The EMERGENCY genset controller display unit has two sets of breaker push-buttons. The tie breaker push-
buttons are on the right.

Mode Procedure
When the controller is in AUTO mode, the tie breaker is controlled automatically and the display unit push-
buttons are disabled.
AUTO
After a blackout, when stable power is restored on the main busbar, the power management system
automatically synchronises to the main busbar and closes the tie breaker.
To close the tie breaker:

1. Operator action: Press to close the tie breaker.

a. System response: The power management system synchronises the emergency busbar and the
main busbar. During synchronisation, the breaker LED is yellow (flashing).
• For the tie breaker to close, the busbar LED must be green. If there has been a blackout on the
main busbar, the EMERGENCY genset controller cannot close the tie breaker until one or more
ordinary gensets have started and there is stable power on the main busbar.
SEMI
b. System response: When the tie breaker is synchronised, the controller closes the tie breaker.
When the tie breaker is closed, the breaker LED is green.
• If the tie breaker is not synchronised before the synchronisation timer expires, the breaker does
not close. The synchronisation failure alarm is activated.

• System response: If there is no blackout and the emergency genset breaker is closed, the maximum
parallel timer starts running when the tie breaker is closed. If harbour operation is not activated, when
the timer runs out, the controller will try to open the emergency genset breaker.
Switchboard When the controller is under switchboard control, the display unit push-buttons are disabled. The tie
control breaker can only be closed using the switchboard.

4.3.8 Opening the tie breaker

The tie breaker is normally closed.

As part of the blackout procedure, if power cannot be restored from the gensets within the specified time, the tie breaker
opens automatically, and the main busbar is split from the emergency busbar. The emergency genset then supplies power to
the emergency busbar. The main busbar and the emergency busbar run as two independent busbars until stable power is
restored on the main busbar.

INFO
The EMERGENCY genset controller display unit has two sets of breaker push-buttons. The tie breaker push-
buttons are on the right.

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Mode Procedure
When the controller is in AUTO mode, the tie breaker is controlled automatically and the display unit push-
AUTO
buttons are disabled.
To open the tie breaker:

1. Operator action: Press to open the tie breaker.

a. System response: The power management system calculates whether the emergency genset can
supply the load on the emergency busbar after the tie breaker is opened. The power management
system also checks whether the gensets can supply the load on the main busbar after the tie
breaker is opened. If not, the power management system does not allow the tie breaker to open,
and the controller display unit shows an info message.
b. System response: The power management system de-loads the tie breaker. During de-loading, the
SEMI breaker LED is yellow (flashing).
c. System response: When the tie breaker is de-loaded, the controller opens the tie breaker. When
the breaker is open, the breaker LED is OFF.
• If the tie breaker is not de-loaded before the de-load timer expires, the breaker does not open.
The de-load failure alarm is activated.
• If the gensets do not have the capacity to supply the load on each busbar, the controller does not
open the tie breaker, and displays an info message.

• System response: If there is a blackout on the main busbar, the tie breaker opens without de-loading,
to protect the supply to the emergency busbar.
Switchboard When the controller is under switchboard control, the display unit push-buttons are disabled. The tie
control breaker can only be opened using the switchboard.

4.3.9 Emergency genset test function

To run the emergency genset test sequence:

1. Operator action: Press to start the test sequence.

a. System response: The controller starts the test sequence that was configured in the controller.
b. System response: When the test sequence is completed, the controller automatically changes to the mode configured
in the test sequence.

• System response: If there is a blackout during the test sequence, the EMERGENCY genset controller automatically
stops the test sequence, and starts to supply the emergency busbar.

4.4 SHAFT generator controller basic actions

4.4.1 Introduction to operating the SHAFT generator controller

Normal operation
The SHAFT generator controller normally runs under power management system (PMS) control.

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Blackout response
If there is a blackout, the PMS automatically follows the blackout recovery sequence to start and connect gensets, in order to
restore power. If this does not succeed, as part of the blackout recovery, if auto close is enabled, the PMS attempts to close
the shaft generator breaker. No operator actions are needed.

However, if there is a blackout while the SHAFT generator controller is under switchboard control, the PMS will not attempt to
connect the shaft generator. If the operator wants the PMS to connect the shaft generator, the operator needs to change the
switchboard control selector to PMS control.

Parallel operation
The shaft generator can run in parallel with the diesel gensets to transfer the load. However, the shaft generator will not
normally run in parallel with the diesel gensets.

Power take home function

When the power take home function is active, the diesel gensets supply the power, and the shaft generator is used as a
motor.

4.4.2 Closing the shaft generator breaker

Control Procedure
When the operator closes the shaft generator breaker, the power management system transfers the load
from the gensets to the shaft generator. The shaft generator must therefore be running and have enough
capacity to take over the genset load.
To close the shaft generator breaker:

1. Operator action: Press to close the shaft generator breaker.

a. System response: The power management system synchronises the busbar with the shaft
generator. During synchronisation, the breaker LED is yellow (flashing).
b. System response: When the shaft generator and busbar are synchronised, the controller closes
PMS control
the breaker. When the breaker is closed, the breaker LED is green.
• If the shaft generator and busbar are not synchronised before the synchronisation timer expires,
the breaker does not close. The synchronisation failure alarm is activated.
• If the shaft generator does not have the capacity to take over the genset load, the controller does
not close the shaft generator breaker, and displays an info message.
c. System response: After the shaft generator breaker is closed, the power management system
automatically de-loads and opens the genset breakers of all the GENSET controllers that are in
AUTO mode. After the genset cooldown period, the power management system then automatically
stops the gensets of all the GENSET controllers that are in AUTO mode.
Switchboard When the controller is under switchboard control, the display unit push-buttons are disabled. The shaft
control generator breaker can only be closed using the switchboard.

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4.4.3 Opening the shaft generator breaker

Control Procedure
When the operator opens the shaft generator breaker, the power management system transfers the load
from the shaft generator to the gensets. There must therefore be enough gensets available, with enough
capacity to take over the shaft generator load.
To open the shaft generator breaker:

1. Operator action: Press to open the shaft generator breaker.

a. System response: The power management system calculates whether there will be enough power
available after the shaft generator breaker is opened. If not, the power management system will not
allow the shaft generator breaker to open, and the controller display unit will show an info
message.
PMS control • If GENSET controllers in AUTO mode are ready for operation, but not connected, the power
management system starts and connects the required gensets so that the required power is
available.
• If the gensets do not have the capacity to take over the shaft generator load, the controller does
not open the shaft generator breaker, and displays an info message.
b. System response: The power management system de-loads the shaft generator breaker. During
de-loading, the breaker LED is yellow (flashing).
c. System response: When the shaft generator breaker is de-loaded, the controller opens the shaft
generator breaker. When the breaker is open, the breaker LED is OFF.
• If the shaft generator breaker is not de-loaded, the breaker does not open. The de-load failure
alarm is activated when the de-load timer expires.
Switchboard When the controller is under switchboard control, the display unit push-buttons are disabled. The shaft
control generator breaker can only be opened using the switchboard.

4.5 SHORE connection controller basic actions

4.5.1 Introduction to operating the SHORE connection controller

Normal operation
The SHORE connection controller normally runs under power management system (PMS) control.

Blackout response
If there is a blackout, the PMS automatically follows the blackout recovery sequence to start and connect gensets, in order to
restore power. If this does not succeed, as part of the blackout recovery, if auto close is enabled, the PMS attempts to close
the shore connection breaker. No operator actions are needed.

However, if there is a blackout while the SHORE connection controller is under switchboard control, the PMS will not attempt
to connect the shore connection. If the operator wants the PMS to connect the shore connection, the operator needs to
change the switchboard control selector to PMS control.

Parallel operation
The shore connection can run in parallel with the diesel gensets to transfer the load. However, the shore connection will not
normally run in parallel with the diesel gensets.

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4.5.2 Closing the shore connection breaker

Control Procedure
When the operator closes the shore connection breaker, the power management system transfers the
load from the gensets to the shore connection. The shore connection must therefore be live and have
enough capacity to take over the genset load.
To close the shore connection breaker:

1. Operator action: Press to close the shore connection breaker.

a. System response: The power management system synchronises the busbar with the shore
connection. During synchronisation, the breaker LED is yellow (flashing).
b. System response: When the shore connection and busbar are synchronised, the controller closes
PMS control
the breaker. When the breaker is closed, the breaker LED is green.
• If the shore connection and busbar are not synchronised before the synchronisation timer
expires, the breaker does not close. The synchronisation failure alarm is activated.
• If the shore connection does not have the capacity to take over the genset load, the controller
does not close the shore connection breaker, and displays an info message.
c. System response: After the shore connection breaker is closed, the power management system
automatically de-loads and opens the genset breakers of all the GENSET controllers that are in
AUTO mode. After the genset cooldown period, the power management system then automatically
stops the gensets of all the GENSET controllers that are in AUTO mode.
Switchboard When the controller is under switchboard control, the display unit push-buttons are disabled. The shore
control connection breaker can only be closed using the switchboard.

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4.5.3 Opening the shore connection breaker

Control Procedure
When the operator opens the shore connection breaker, the power management system transfers the load
from the shore connection to the gensets. There must therefore be enough gensets available, with enough
capacity to take over the shore connection load.
To open the shore connection breaker:

1. Operator action: Press to open the shore connection breaker.

a. System response: The power management system calculates whether there will be enough power
available after the shore connection breaker is opened. If not, the power management system will
not allow the shore connection breaker to open, and the controller display unit will show an info
message.
PMS control • If GENSET controllers in AUTO mode are ready for operation, but not connected, the power
management system starts and connects the required gensets so that the required power is
available.
• If the gensets do not have the capacity to take over the shore connection load, the controller
does not open the shore connection breaker, and displays an info message.
b. System response: The power management system de-loads the shore connection breaker. During
de-loading, the breaker LED is yellow (flashing).
c. System response: When the shaft generator breaker is de-loaded, the controller opens the shore
connection breaker. When the breaker is open, the breaker LED is OFF.
• If the shore connection breaker is not de-loaded, the breaker does not open. The de-load failure
alarm is activated when the de-load timer expires.
Switchboard When the controller is under switchboard control, the display unit push-buttons are disabled. The shore
control connection breaker can only be opened using the switchboard.

4.6 BUS TIE breaker controller basic actions

4.6.1 Introduction to operating the BUS TIE breaker controller

Normal operation
The BUS TIE breaker controller normally runs in under power management system (PMS) control.

Blackout response
If there is a blackout, the PMS automatically follows the blackout recovery sequence in order to restore power. As part of the
blackout recovery, if one of the busbars is live and auto close is enabled, the PMS attempts to close the tie breaker. No
operator actions are needed.

However, if there is a blackout while the BUS TIE breaker controller is under switchboard control, the PMS will not attempt to
connect the busbars. If the operator wants the PMS to connect the busbars, the operator needs to change the switchboard
control selector to PMS control.

4.6.2 Closing the bus tie breaker

When the bus tie breaker is closed, the busbar is reconnected. The reconnected busbar acts as one busbar, and not as two
independent busbars.

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Control Procedure
To close the bus tie breaker:

1. Operator action: Press to close the bus tie breaker.

a. System response: The power management system synchronises busbar A and busbar B. During
synchronisation, the breaker LED is yellow (flashing).
b. System response: When the bus tie breaker is synchronised, the controller closes the bus tie
PMS control breaker. When the breaker is closed, the breaker LED is green.
• If the bus tie breaker is not synchronised before the synchronisation timer expires, the breaker
does not close. The synchronisation failure alarm is activated.
c. System response: After the bus tie breaker is closed, the power management system may
automatically start certain gensets, and stop others, according to the genset start and stop priority
order. Automatic start and stop only applies to the gensets of all the GENSET controllers that are in
AUTO mode.
Switchboard When the controller is under switchboard control, the display unit push-buttons are disabled. The bus tie
control breaker can only be closed using the switchboard.

4.6.3 Opening the bus tie breaker

When the bus tie breaker is open, the busbar is split into two independent busbars (busbar A and busbar B). There must
therefore be enough gensets available (on each busbar) to supply the load required (on each busbar) before the operator can
open the bus tie breaker.

Control Procedure
To open the bus tie breaker:

1. Operator action: Press to open the bus tie breaker.

a. System response: The power management system calculates whether there will be enough power
available on each busbar after the bus tie breaker is opened. If not, the power management
system will not allow the bus tie breaker to open, and the controller display unit will show an info
message.
• If GENSET controllers in AUTO mode are ready for operation, but not connected, the power
PMS control
management system starts and connects the required gensets so that the required power is
available.
b. System response: The power management system de-loads the bus tie breaker. During de-
loading, the breaker LED is yellow (flashing).
c. System response: When the bus tie breaker is de-loaded, the controller opens the bus tie breaker.
When the breaker is open, the breaker LED is OFF.
• If the bus tie breaker is not de-loaded before the de-load timer expires, the breaker does not
open. The de-load failure alarm is activated.
Switchboard When the controller is under switchboard control, the display unit push-buttons are disabled. The bus tie
control breaker can only be opened using the switchboard.

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5. Alarms and log

5.1 Introduction
5.1.1 Alarm indication

When an alarm protection becomes active in the system, an active alarm is add to the alarm list. The alarm can give both a
visual and audible indication (subject to design of system).

Alarms, typically, require action and acknowledgement before they clear from the alarm list.

An alarm may also have a latch as an extra level of protection, so that in addition to acknowledging the alarm, you also have
to unlatch the alarm before the alarm action can be deactivated.

Figure 5.1 Example display unit

1. Alarm LED
2. Alarm output (horn/siren) silence push-button

Alarm LED
The alarm LED shows the current alarm situation for the system.

LED Notes
Red (flashing) Unacknowledged alarm(s)
Red (constant) Active alarm(s), and all alarms acknowledged
Yellow (constant) Unlatched alarms can be reset (when no other alarms require action)

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LED Notes
Green (flashing) Only unacknowledged alarm(s) where the alarm condition has cleared
Green (constant) No alarms

5.1.2 About the alarm list

The alarm list allows you to review all the current alarms for the controller.

Figure 5.2 Example alarm list

View the alarm list under Alarms.

The alarms in the list are denoted with an symbol to show the alarm status.

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Table 5.1 Alarm list symbols

Alarm Alarm
Symbol Acknowledge Notes
condition* action**
• Alarm condition is occurring.
• Alarm action is active.
Active Active Unacknowledged
• Alarm requires acknowledgement.
or
• Alarm requires action to clear the alarm condition.
• Alarm condition is occurring.
• Alarm action is active.
Active Active Acknowledged
• Alarm is acknowledged.
or
• Alarm requires action to clear the alarm condition.
• Alarm condition has cleared.
• Alarm action is active.
Inactive Active Unacknowledged
• Alarm requires acknowledgement.
or
• Alarm latch requires reset.
• Alarm condition has cleared.
• Alarm action is active.
Inactive Active Acknowledged
• Alarm is acknowledged.
or
• Alarm latch requires reset.
• Alarm condition occured but has cleared.
Inactive Inactive Unacknowledged • Alarm action is inactive.
or • Alarm requires acknowledgement.

Inactive Inactive - Normal state.

or
• Alarm has been shelved for a period of time.
Active or
Inactive - • Alarm returns automatically after the period has
Inactive
or expired.
• Alarm has been marked out of service for an
Active or indefinite period.
Inactive -
Inactive • Alarm does not return automatically and requires
or
returning to service.

Active or
Inactive - Alarm has been inhibited from occuring.
inactive
or

* Alarm condition is typically where the Set point has been exceeded.

** Alarm action (protection) is the configured action taken to protect the situation. When active, this action occurs in the
controller. For example, the alarm action could be Open breaker and stop engine, where the breaker is deloaded and
opened, and the engine is cooled down and stopped.

See Protections, Alarm handling in the Designer's handbook for more information about alarm handling.

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Table 5.2 Typical alarm actions

Action Notes
Unacknowledged alarms must be acknowledged.
Acknowledge
Acknowledging an alarm does not remove the alarm or active protection if the Alarm condition continues.
Silence You can silence the alarm (horn/siren) output from the display unit.
Alarms can be configured with a Latch as an extra layer of protection.
Reset latches
Latched alarms require resetting after they have been acknowledged.
Most alarms can be shelved for a selected period of time. During this period the alarm protection is not
active.
Shelve
Once the period of time has expired, the Alarm condition is rechecked and may become active again if the
Alarm condition remains active.
Most alarms can be removed from service. No period of time needs to be given.
Out of service
The system does not automatically return the alarm to service, and this requires action to do so.

INFO
Some alarms can be inhibited from occurring depending on the designer's configuration of the system.

See Protections, Alarm handling in the Designer's handbook for more information about alarm handling and
actions.

5.1.3 About the log

The log records activities and events that occur during the operation of the system. You can view the log to see all the events
that occurred during operation. This includes any actions taken.

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Figure 5.3 Example log display

Event Icon Examples

• System commands
Automatic
General • Breaker open
Manual • Engine start
• Power up
• Download firmware
System
• I/O hardware modules installed in controller, serial number,
software, hardware version and revision.
• Battery test
• Motor test
Test
• Parallel test
• Load take over test
• Alarms occurring in the system
Alarms Varies by alarm state • Alarms being acknowledged by the user
• Alarm condition going back to normal
Parameters • Parameter change(s)
• Push-button actions
Command
• Commands from Modbus

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5.2 Alarm actions

5.2.1 Operator actions

An operator of the display unit can perform the following actions:

• Acknowledge
• Silence alarm(s)
• Reset alarm latches (if applicable)
• Shelve
• Out of service

INFO
Available operator actions are controlled by the permissions of the logged on user profile.

5.2.2 Acknowledge

All unacknowledged alarms must be acknowledged. Some alarms can be configured with Auto acknowledge, which will
automatically acknowledge the alarm. The alarm does not require acknowledging again.

INFO
Acknowledging an alarm that has a Latch configured, does not remove the alarm from the alarm list. These alarms
must be reset before the alarm protection becomes inactive.

Acknowledging an alarm
To acknowledge an alarm, perform the following steps:
1. Select Alarms to view the alarm list.

2. Highlight the alarm to acknowledge by using the push-buttons Up or Down .

Acknowledge
3. Select the soft key Acknowledge by using the appropriate push-button to acknowledge the alarm.
4. If the alarm condition clears and the alarm has no Latch configured:
• The acknowledged alarm is removed from the alarm list.
5. If the alarm condition clears and the alarm has a Latch configured:
• The acknowledged alarm remains on the alarm list and requires a reset before the alarm is removed.*
6. If the alarm condition remains active:
• The acknowledged alarm remains on the alarm list, but is now marked as acknowledged.

* Until the latched alarm is reset the alarm action (protection) remains active even though the alarm condition has cleared.

5.2.3 Silencing alarms

INFO
The following information only applies if the controller has been configured with alarm output(s) to either audible or
visual equipment.

When an active alarm condition occurs, the Alarm output is activated by the controller. The audible or visual equipment is
also activated.

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You can silence the equipment by pressing the horn silence push-button on the display unit ( ). The controller
immediately deactivates all alarm outputs. However, the horn silence push-button does NOT have any other effect on the
alarm system. If a new alarm is activated after the push-button is pressed, the alarm output restarts.

Figure 5.4 Example of the effect of the horn silence push-button on the alarm output

Alarm 1

Output

INFO
The horn silence push-button on the display unit does not affect the acknowledgement status of any alarms.

See Protections, Alarm outputs in the Designer's handbook for more information on the configuration of these
outputs.

5.2.4 Reset latches

Latched alarms that have been already acknowledged, can be reset. Until a latched alarm is reset the Alarm action
(protection) remains active.

INFO
You cannot reset any latched alarms if the Alarm condition remains active and alarms exist that have not been
acknowledged. All alarms must be acknowledged before you can reset (unlatch) the latched alarms.

Reset all cleared alarm latches

INFO
Resetting clears all alarm latches for all the latched alarms where the Alarm condition has cleared. Latched alarms
where the alarm condition has not cleared are not affected by the reset.

To reset all cleared alarm latches, perform the following steps:

1. Select Alarms to view the alarm list.

Reset latches
2. Select the soft key Reset latches by using the appropriate push-button .
3. All alarm latches, that can be reset, are reset.

5.2.5 Shelve

Most alarms on the alarm display can be shelved for a given period of time, if required. After the period of time expires the
controller automatically returns the alarm to the previous state and rechecks the alarm condition.

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CAUTION
Shelving alarms is useful during commissioning or service. Do not shelve alarms without good reasoning, as the
alarm protection becomes inactive during the shelving.

Shelve an alarm
To shelve an alarm, perform the following steps:
1. Select Alarms to view the alarm list.

2. Highlight the alarm to shelve by using the push-buttons Up or Down .

3. Select the alarm to shelve by using the push-button OK .

4. Select Service by using the push-buttons up or down , and use the push-button OK to open the service
menu.

5. Select Shelve by using the push-buttons Up or Down , and use the push-button OK to open the shelve
options.
6. A list of available shelve periods are shown.

7. Select the required period to shelve the alarm by using the push-buttons Up or Down , and use the push-button

OK to select.

8. The alarm is shelved for the period of time that was selected ( or ).

INFO
After the shelve period has expired, the controller automatically re-checks the alarm protection. If the alarm
condition is still present in the system, the alarm protection becomes active again.

5.2.6 Out of service

Most alarms on the alarm list can be marked as Out of service for an indefinite period. The alarm will not automatically return
to the system and requires action to bring the alarm back into service.

CAUTION
Marking alarms as Out of service is useful during commissioning or service. It is not recommended to mark alarms
Out of service without good reasoning, as the alarm protection remains inactive while the alarm is marked as Out of
service.

Remove an alarm from service

To remove an alarm from service, perform the following steps:
1. Select Alarms to view the alarm list.

2. Highlight the alarm to remove from service by using the push-buttons Up or Down .

3. Select the alarm details by using the push-button OK .

4. Select Service by using the push-buttons Up or Down , and use the push-button OK to open the service
menu.

5. Select Remove from service by using the push-buttons Up or Down , and use the push-button OK to
remove the alarm.

6. The alarm protection becomes inactive and the alarm is marked as Out of service ( or ).

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Return an alarm to service

To return an alarm to service, perform the following steps:
1. Select Alarms to view the alarm list.

2. Highlight the Out of service alarm by using the push-buttons Up or Down .

3. Select the alarm details by using the push-button OK .

4. Select Service by using the push-buttons Up or Down , and use the push-button OK to open the service
menu.

5. Select Return to service by using the push-buttons Up or Down , and use the push-button OK to return the
alarm.
6. The alarm protection is checked by the controller and may become active again.

5.3 Event log

5.3.1 Reviewing log events

Events that occur during the operation of the controller are recorded in the event log.

Figure 5.5 Example log display

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View the events that have occurred in the system under Log.

Reviewing log events

To view an event log entry, perform the following steps:
1. Select Log to view the event log.

2. Scroll through the event log by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

3. Select an event by pressing the push-button OK .

4. Select either Info or Diagram by pressing the push-button Up or Down and pressing OK .
5. Further details of the event are shown on the display.

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6. Using the display unit

6.1 Introduction
6.1.1 About the display unit

The display unit provides you quick and easy access to both operating information and configuration of the controller.

Figure 6.1 Display unit DU 300 main menu example

1. Controller status information

2. Status bar icons
3. Path for menu or feature
4. Menu icons
5. Selection bar
6. Time

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6.1.2 About the features

INFO
The actual features available on the display unit are controlled by the group and user permissions for the controller.
Some features may be read only or not visible, depending upon the permissions assigned to your user profile.

Log on or off

Log on

View or configure parameters

Configure > Parameters

View or configure I/O

Configure > Input/Output

View or action alarms

Alarms

View or configure communication

Tools > Communication

View or configure brightness level

Tools > Advanced > Brightness > Brightness level

View or configure brightness time

Tools > Advanced > Brightness > Brightness time

View permission groups

Tools > Advanced > Permissions > Groups

View permission users

Tools > Advanced > Permissions > Users

View event log

Log

View about information

Info > About

View production information

Info > Production

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View Live data information

Live data

See Operating the system, in this document for more information regarding the basic controller actions, such as
starting or stopping the genset.

INFO
Creation of the single-line diagram or configuration of CustomLogic can only be done by using PICUS in the first
release.

6.1.3 About the status bar

There is a status bar at the top of the display unit screen.

Figure 6.2 Status bar example

Controller status text Notes

Switchboard control The controller is under switchboard control.

At least one active alarm is present.

The display unit has a user logged on.

Shows the genset priority (only for GENSET controllers).

Shows the live data page number (only on the live data screen).

6.1.4 About the soft keys

The soft key buttons, which are displayed on screen, allow you to perform different features or options for the screen you are
viewing. The soft key buttons also allow you to navigate the menus on the display unit.

You select a soft key function by pressing the appropriate push-button .

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Soft key Area Notes

Home Live data Returns to the Home menu.

Done Data entry Confirms the information entered.

Toggle Data entry Toggle the option ON/OFF.

Clear all Data entry Clears all selected options.

Reset latches Alarms Resets all latched alarms.

Acknowledge Alarms Acknowledges an alarm.

All Moves the highlighted option up.

All Moves the highlighted option down.

All Moves the highlighted option left.

All Moves the highlighted option right.

Virtual keyboard Deletes the previous character.

User info Log on Views additional user information.

Log off Log on Log off the current user.

Alarm I/O View selectable alarm.

Functions I/O View selectable functions.

I/O Title I/O Change the I/O title.

Sensor I/O Configure the analogue input (AI) settings.

Output setup I/O Configure the analogue output (AO & PWM) settings.

Next I/O View next settings page.

Add I/O Add a coordinate.

Remove I/O Remove a coordinate.

Edit I/O Edit the information.

Relay I/O View or configure the relay setup

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Soft key Area Notes

Energize I/O Relay energize

De-energize I/O Relay de-energize

Write All Write information to the controller.

6.1.5 About the virtual keyboard

The display unit features a virtual keyboard, which is used to enter the information for the controller settings or features. The
virtual keyboard can display characters for lowercase and uppercase letters, numbers or symbols.

Figure 6.3 Example virtual keyboard

Move around the virtual keyboard

• To move up or down:

◦ Press the push-buttons Up or Down .

• To move left or right:

◦ Select the soft keys Left or Right , by pressing the appropriate push-button .

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Adding or removing a highlighted character

• To add the highlighted character:

◦ Press the push-button OK .

• To delete the last character:

◦ Select the soft key Delete , by pressing the appropriate push-button .

• To cycle through the available different keyboard:
Aa#1
◦ Select the soft key Aa#1 , by pressing the appropriate push-button .

◦ Press the push-button OK to continue to cycle through the available keyboards.

• To confirm the entered information:
Done
◦ Select the soft key Done , by pressing the appropriate push-button .

6.2 Log on
6.2.1 About permissions

The controller is protected by group and user permissions, which allow access to the functionality of the controller. To access
the controller you must log on by using a user and password. The user has associated permissions to the controller and
software.

INFO
Group and user permissions can only be created and configured by using PICUS.

The display unit can be used without the need to log on a user profile, however this only provides limited access or features.

See PICUS software, Group permissions and users in the Designer's handbook for more information regarding
groups and users.

6.2.2 Log on to controller

Log on, log off, or change user logged on under Log on.

INFO
You do not need to log on to the controller to view the Live data information.

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Figure 6.4 Example log on screen

Log on to controller
To log on the controller, perform the following steps:
1. Select Log on, from the Home menu, to view the available users for the controller.

• The currently logged on user is shown with a green dot .

2. Highlight the required user by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

3. Select the highlighted user by pressing the push-button OK .

• A virtual keyboard is displayed on screen.
• You must enter the password for the selected user.
4. Enter the password by using the virtual keyboard.
5. If the password entered is correct, you are logged on as the new user and permissions.

View extra user information

To view extra information about a user, perform the following steps:
1. Select Log on to view the available users for the controller.

2. Highlight the required user by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

User info
3. Select the soft key User info .
• Further details about the user are displayed on screen.

4. Press the push-button Back to return to the previous list of users.

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6.2.3 Log off controller

To log off the currently logged on user, simply select the soft key Log off .

You are logged off the controller and the default user is now active.

INFO
Any logged on user will be automatically logged off after 3 minutes of inactivity. After the 3 minutes have expired the
default user will become active and have limited access to the display unit features or functions.

6.3 Configure
6.3.1 About configure

The configure menu allows you to do the following:

Configure the I/O settings.

Configure the parameter settings.

6.3.2 Configure parameters

Configure parameter settings under Configure > Parameters.

You can configure the parameters for both system settings and alarm settings.

The parameters are organised into categories and groups:

Category
Group
Parameter(s)

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Configure parameters

Figure 6.5 Example parameter categories

To configure the parameters, perform the following steps:

1. Select Configure , from the Home menu.
2. Select Parameters to view the controller parameter categories.
• The parameter categories shown depend upon the type of controller or whether the associated I/O has been
configured.

3. Highlight the parameter category you wish to open, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

4. Select the highlighted parameter category by pressing the push-button OK .

• The parameter groups under the selected category are shown on the display.

5. Highlight the parameter group you wish to open, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

6. Select the highlighted parameter group by pressing the push-button OK .

• The parameter settings are shown on the display.

7. To highlight the parameter, select the soft key Up or Down , by pressing the appropriate push-

button .

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8. To highlight the parameter settings, press the push-button Up or Down .

9. Change the setting, by pressing the push-button OK .

Toggle
• If the setting can be toggled, you can use the soft key Toggle , by pressing the appropriate push-button

• If the setting is text or a value, pressing the push-button OK displays the virtual keyboard to alter the setting.
◦ The parameter settings minimum, maximum and default are also shown.
◦ Use the Virtual keyboard to make the required changes.
Write
◦ To confirm the setting, select the soft key Write , by pressing the appropriate push-button .

• If the setting is a selection, pressing the push-button OK displays an available list of selection options.

◦ Highlight the option required, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

◦ Select the option, by pressing the push-button OK .

Write
◦ To confirm the setting, select the soft key Write , by pressing the appropriate push-button .

6.3.3 Configure I/O setup

Configure I/O settings under Configure > Input/Output.

You can configure the I/O settings and terminals for any of the hardware modules within the connected controller.

See Hardware characteristics, in the Designer's handbook for more information regarding the different
hardware modules and their terminal details.

To configure the I/O settings you need to perform the following steps:
1. Select hardware module to configure
2. Select terminal(s) to configure
3. Configure the terminal(s) settings

6.3.4 Selecting a hardware module

Before you can configure the I/O settings, you first need to select the hardware module in the controller.

INFO
The hardware modules shown vary depending upon controller type or hardware modules installed. The hardware
selection screen shows the same hardware modules as you have installed in the controller.

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Figure 6.6 Example select hardware module

INFO
Basic details about the available I/Os on the module are shown at the right.

Selecting a hardware module

To select the hardware module, perform the following steps:

1. To move between the hardware modules, select the soft key Left or Right , by pressing the

appropriate push-button .
• Basic information about the selected hardware module is shown at the right.

2. Select the highlighted hardware module by pressing the push-button OK .

• The I/O terminals for the hardware module are displayed on screen.

6.3.5 View or configure hardware module I/O terminals

After selecting the hardware module, the details of the available terminals are shown on the display.

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Figure 6.7 Example I/O configuration terminals

If a terminal has already had configured for either a Function or Alarm, the terminal is marked with grey dot .

INFO
The actual terminal types shown depend upon the type of hardware module selected or installed.

Type Notes
DI Digital input
DO Digital output
AI Analogue input
AO Analogue output
PWM Pulse width modulation

View or configure terminal settings

1. Highlight the required terminal, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

2. Select the highlighted terminal by pressing the push-button OK .

• Details of the terminal settings are displayed on the screen.

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6.3.6 I/O terminal settings

After selecting the hardware module and the required terminal, the details of the terminal settings are shown on the display.

Figure 6.8 Example hardware module terminals

Here you can configure various settings for the terminal, subject to the type of terminal and hardware module selected. The
actual features you can select or configure are also subject to the type of hardware module you have selected.

From this screen you can:

I/O Title Configure I/O title (all).

Relay Configure relay (DO).

Sensor Configure analogue input settings (AI).

Output setup Configure analogue output or PWM settings (AO or PWM).

Functions Assign function(s) to the I/O (all).

Alarm Assign alarm(s) to the I/O (all).

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Configure the I/O title

To rename the input or output title:
I/O Title
1. Select the soft key I/O Title , by pressing the appropriate push-button .
• The virtual keyboard is displayed on screen to edit the I/O title.
Done
2. Enter the required I/O title and select the soft key Done , by pressing the appropriate push-button .

Configure relay (if applicable)

Relay
1. Select the soft key Relay , by pressing the appropriate push-button .
• The relay configuration is shown on the screen.

See View or configure I/O relay, in the following section of this document for more information.

Configure analogue input (AI) sensor (if applicable)

Sensor
1. Select the soft key Sensor , by pressing the appropriate push-button .
• The analogue input (AI) sensor settings are shown on the screen.

See View or configure analogue input (AI), in the following section of this document for more information.

Configure analogue output (AO) or pulse width modulation (PWM) (if applicable)
Output setup
1. Select the soft key Output setup , by pressing the appropriate push-button .
• The analogue output (AO) or pulse width modulation (PWM) settings are shown on the screen.

See View or configure analogue output (AO) or pulse width modulation (PWM), in the following section of this
document for more information.

View or configure alarm(s)

Alarm
1. Select the soft key Alarm , by pressing the appropriate push-button .
• The alarm(s) are shown on screen.

See View or configure alarms, in the following section of this document for more information.

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View or configure function(s)

Functions
1. Select the soft key Functions , by pressing the appropriate push-button .
• The functions are shown on screen.

See View or configure functions, in the following section of this document for more information.

6.3.7 View or configure I/O relay

You can configure the setting for the relay. The current configure state for the relay is shown on the display. By default all
relays are considered to be Normally open and in a De-energized state.

From this screen you can configure either a standard relay or a changeover relay, depending upon the type of relay that can
be connected to the hardware module terminals.t

Figure 6.9 Example relay setup

See Hardware characteristics, in the Designer's handbook for more information about the hardware modules that
support relays.

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Configure the relay

1. You can set the relay as either Energize or De-energize.
• The current setting is shown on the display.
2. You can set the relay as either Energize or De-energize.
Energize
3. To set as Energize select the soft key Energize , by pressing the appropriate push-button .
De-energize
4. To set as De-energize select the soft key De-energize , by pressing the appropriate push-button .
Write
5. To save the setting to the controller, select the soft key Write , by pressing the appropriate push-button .
• You are returned to the terminal screen.

6.3.8 View or configure analogue input (AI)

To configure the analogue input (AI) you need to perform the following stages:
1. Select the hardware type
2. Select the scale
• You can reuse a previously created scale if required, subject to limitations
3. Edit the scale
4. Write the sensor settings

Select the hardware type

1. Highlight the required hardware type, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

2. Select the highlighted hardware type, by pressing the push-button OK .

Next
3. To proceed to the next stage, select the soft key Next .

You can either:

• Select a previously created scale
• Edit a new or previously created scale

INFO
You can reuse any previously created scale on any I/O. However, the configuration settings are the same across all
the other I/O terminals. If you alter the settings for a scale this will apply to all I/O terminals where the scale has
been used.

Select a scale

1. Highlight the required scale, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

2. Select the highlighted scale, by pressing the push-button OK .

• Selected scale is shown with a solid box.

• To remove the selection, simply press the push-button OK again.

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Edit
3. To edit the scale, select the soft key Edit .
• Details of the scale settings are shown on the display.
• See the section Edit a scale below.
Write
4. To save the settings to the controller, select the soft key Write .
• This only saves the selected settings to the controller. It does not save other I/O settings.

Edit a scale
To configure the scale settings you need to perform the following stages:
1. Configure the unit, minimum, and maximum first.
2. Configure the X and Y coordinates
3. Write the scale settings

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1. Highlight the scale setting, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

2. Edit the highlighted setting, by pressing the push-button OK .

• If the setting is text or a value, pressing the push-button OK displays the virtual keyboard to change the setting.

• If the setting is a selection, pressing the push-button OK displays an available list of selection options.

◦ Highlight the option required, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

◦ Select or unselect the option, by pressing the push-button OK .

Done
◦ To confirm the setting, select the soft key Done .

• If the setting is the X Y coordinates, pressing the push-button OK displays the coordinate options.
a. Adding coordinates
Add
a. To add a coordinate, select the soft key Add .
◦ The Virtual keyboard is shown on the display.
Done
b. Enter the X coordinate using the Virtual keyboard and select the soft key Done .
◦ The Virtual keyboard is shown on the display.
Done
c. Enter the Y coordinate using the Virtual keyboard and select the soft key Done .
◦ The coordinates are shown on the display.
◦ You can, if necessary, remove or edit the coordinates.
d. Add as many coordinates as you require.

e. When you have added all the coordinates you require, press the push-button Back to return to the scale
settings.
b. Removing coordinates

a. Highlight the coordinate to remove, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

Remove
b. Select the soft key Remove .
◦ The coordinate is removed from the coordinate list.

c. When you have added/edited all the coordinates you require, press the push-button Back to return to the
scale settings.
c. Editing coordinates

a. Highlight the coordinate to edit, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

Edit
b. To edit coordinates, select the soft key Edit .
◦ The Virtual keyboard is shown on the display.
Done
c. Edit the X coordinate using the Virtual keyboard and select the soft key Done .
◦ The Virtual keyboard is shown on the display.
Done
d. Edit the Y coordinate using the Virtual keyboard and select the soft key Done .
◦ The coordinates list is shown on the display.

e. When you have added/edited all the coordinates you require, press the push-button Back to return to the
scale settings.
Write
3. To save the settings to the controller, select the soft key Write .
• This only saves the selected settings to the controller. It does not save other I/O settings.

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6.3.9 View or configure analogue output (AO) or pulse width modulation (PWM)

To configure the analogue output (AO) or pulse width modulation (PWM) you need to perform the following stages:
1. Select the hardware type
2. Select the scale
• You can reuse a previously created scale if required, subject to limitations
3. Edit the scale
4. Write the sensor settings

Select the hardware type

1. Highlight the required hardware type, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

2. Select the highlighted hardware type, by pressing the push-button OK .

Next
3. To proceed to the next stage, select the soft key Next .

You can either:

• Select a previously created scale
• Edit a new or previously created scale

INFO
You can reuse any previously created scale on any I/O. However, the configuration settings are the same across all
the other I/O terminals. If you alter the settings for a scale this will apply to all I/O terminals where the scale has
been used.

Select a scale

1. Highlight the required scale, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

2. Select the highlighted scale, by pressing the push-button OK .

• Selected scale is shown with a solid box.

• To remove the selection, simply press the push-button OK again.

Edit
3. To edit the scale, select the soft key Edit .
• Details of the scale settings are shown on the display.
• See the section Edit a scale below.
Write
4. To save the settings to the controller, select the soft key Write .
• This only saves the selected settings to the controller. It does not save other I/O settings.

Edit a scale
To configure the scale settings you need to perform the following stages:
1. Configure the unit, minimum, and maximum first.
2. Configure the X and Y coordinates
3. Write the scale settings

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1. Highlight the scale setting, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

2. Edit the highlighted setting, by pressing the push-button OK .

• If the setting is text or a value, pressing the push-button OK displays the virtual keyboard to change the setting.

• If the setting is a selection, pressing the push-button OK displays an available list of selection options.

◦ Highlight the option required, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

◦ Select or unselect the option, by pressing the push-button OK .

Done
◦ To confirm the setting, select the soft key Done .

• If the setting is the X Y coordinates, pressing the push-button OK displays the coordinate options.
a. Adding coordinates
Add
a. To add a coordinate, select the soft key Add .
◦ The Virtual keyboard is shown on the display.
Done
b. Enter the X coordinate using the Virtual keyboard and select the soft key Done .
◦ The Virtual keyboard is shown on the display.
Done
c. Enter the Y coordinate using the Virtual keyboard and select the soft key Done .
◦ The coordinates are shown on the display.
◦ You can, if necessary, remove or edit the coordinates.
d. Add as many coordinates as you require.

e. When you have added all the coordinates you require, press the push-button Back to return to the scale
settings.
b. Removing coordinates

a. Highlight the coordinate to remove, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

Remove
b. Select the soft key Remove .
◦ The coordinate is removed from the coordinate list.

c. When you have added/edited all the coordinates you require, press the push-button Back to return to the
scale settings.
c. Editing coordinates

a. Highlight the coordinate to edit, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

Edit
b. To edit coordinates, select the soft key Edit .
◦ The Virtual keyboard is shown on the display.
Done
c. Edit the X coordinate using the Virtual keyboard and select the soft key Done .
◦ The Virtual keyboard is shown on the display.
Done
d. Edit the Y coordinate using the Virtual keyboard and select the soft key Done .
◦ The coordinates list is shown on the display.

e. When you have added/edited all the coordinates you require, press the push-button Back to return to the
scale settings.
Write
3. To save the settings to the controller, select the soft key Write .
• This only saves the selected settings to the controller. It does not save other I/O settings.

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6.3.10 View or configure I/O alarms

The alarms available for the I/O are organised in to categories and groups, which is similar to a tree structure view.

INFO
When viewing or configuring a previously configured I/O with an alarm, the display will automatically jump to the

alarm settings. You can, if required, use the Back to return to the alarm selection screen.

Selecting an alarm

1. Highlight a category or group, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

2. Select the highlighted category or group, by pressing the push-button OK .

• A further group may be shown or the alarm list to select the actual alarm(s).
• If a further group is shown, simply repeat step 1 to locate and open the required group.

You can enable or not enable a pre-configured alarm, edit an existing alarm, or create a new custom alarm. You can also edit
alarms that are not enabled.

Enable an alarm

1. Highlight the required alarm, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

• Details of the alarm settings are shown at the right side of the display.

2. Select the alarm, by pressing the push-button OK .

• The selected alarm is shown with a solid box.

• To remove the selection, simply press the push-button OK again.

Edit
• You can also reconfigure the alarm by using the soft key Edit (see below for further information).
Write
3. To save the settings to the controller, select the soft key Write .
• This only saves the selected alarm(s) and their settings to the controller. It does not save other I/O settings.

Clear all enabled alarm(s)

Clear all
1. To clear all the selected alarms, select the soft key Clear all .
Write
2. To save the new setting to the controller, select the soft key Write .
• This only saves the selected alarm(s) and their settings to the controller. It does not save other I/O settings.

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Editing an alarm

1. Highlight the required alarm, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

Edit
2. Select the soft key Edit .
• Details of the alarm settings are shown on the display for you to configure.

a. Highlight the required alarm setting, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

b. To change the setting, press the push-button OK .

◦ If the setting is Enable or Not enabled, pressing the push-button OK toggles either Enable or Not enabled.
◦ Enabled settings are marked with a solid box.

◦ If the setting is text or a value, pressing the push-button OK displays the virtual keyboard to alter the setting.
◦ Make the required changes using the virtual keyboard.
Done
◦ To confirm the changes, select the soft key Done .

◦ If the setting is a selection, pressing the push-button OK displays an available list of selection options.

◦ Highlight the option required, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

◦ Select or unselect the option, by pressing the push-button OK .

Done
◦ To confirm the setting, select the soft key Done .
Write
c. Once you have made all the required changes to the alarm settings, select the soft key Write .
◦ This saves the alarm setting to the controller. This does not save any other settings.
◦ The list of available alarms is shown again on the display.
Write
3. To save the new setting to the controller, select the soft key Write .
• This only saves the selected alarm(s) and their settings to the controller. It does not save other I/O settings.

Create a new alarm

To create a new alarm, simply edit one of the available Custom alarms listed.

INFO
It is recommended to give your created alarms a new descriptive name for easier reference.

1. Highlight a previously unused alarm, typically named digital or analogue custom alarm, by pressing the push-button Up

or Down .
Edit
2. Select the soft key Edit .
• Details of the alarm settings are shown on the display for you to configure (see above for further information).

6.3.11 View or configure functions

The functions available are organised in to categories and groups, which is similar to a tree structure view.

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Selecting a function

1. Highlight a category or group, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

2. Select the highlighted category or group, by pressing the push-button OK .

• A further group may be shown or the function list to select the actual function.
• If a further group is shown, simply repeat step 1 to locate and open the required group.

Configure functions
1. To select the functions for the terminal:

• Highlight the required function, by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

• Enable the highlighted function, by pressing the push-button OK .

◦ Selected function(s) are shown with a solid box.
Clear all
• To clear all the Enabled functions, select the soft key Clear all .
Write
• To save the setting(s) to the controller, select the soft key Write .
◦ This only applies to the selected functions and does not apply other I/O change(s).

6.4 Tools
6.4.1 About tools

The tools menu allows you to do the following:

View or configure the communication information.

View the advanced setup menu.

6.4.2 Configure communication

The communication screen displays all of the communication settings for the controller.

Configure the communication information under Tools > Advanced > Communication.

CAUTION
The DEIF controllers do not include a firewall or other Internet security measures. It is the customer's own
responsibility to protect the network. DEIF therefore recommends only connecting the controllers to local networks.

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Figure 6.10 Example communication screen

See Hardware characteristics, DEIF Ethernet network in the Designer's handbook for more information
regarding the communication possibilities.

Setting Range Default Notes

Controller ID 1, 64 1
Textual name for easy
Label 0, 50 characters Blank
reference of the controller.
IP address mode Static, Auto Auto Select Static for IPv4.
Static IPv4 address for the
IPv4 address 0.0.0.0, 255.255.255.255 No default
controller.
Netmask 0.0.0.0, 255.255.255.255 No default Depends upon IPv4 address.
Gateway 0.0.0.0, 255.255.255.255 No default

Reviewing communication information

To view the communication information, perform the following steps:
1. Select Tools , from the Home menu.
2. Select Advanced, from the Tools menu.
3. Select Communication to view the communication settings for the controller.

4. Scroll through the information by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

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Configuring communication information

To change the communication information, perform the following steps:

1. Select Tools , from the Home menu.

2. Select Advanced, from the Tools menu.
3. Select Communication to view the communication settings for the controller.

4. Select the information to configure by pressing the push-button OK .

• Either the virtual keyboard or a selection choice is displayed on screen.
• Make the required changes or selection.
Done
• Select the soft key Done , by pressing the appropriate push-button .
Write
5. When all change(s) have been made, select the soft key Write by pressing the appropriate push-button
to save the settings to the controller.

6.4.3 About advanced setup

The advanced setup menu allows you to do the following:

View the Permissions menu.

6.4.4 About permissions

The permissions menu allows you to do the following:

View the Group information.

View the User information.

6.4.5 View groups

View the Group information under Tools > Advanced > Permissions > Groups.

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Figure 6.11 Example groups screen

See PICUS software, Group permissions and users in the Designer's handbook for more information
regarding permissions.

Reviewing group information

To view the group information, perform the following steps:
1. Select Tools, from the Home menu.
2. Select Advanced, from the Tools menu.
3. Select Permissions, from the Advanced menu.
4. Select Groups, from the Permissions menu, to view the group information.
• Details of the groups setup on the controller are displayed on screen.

• The group for the currently logged on user is shown with a green dot .

5. Scroll through the information by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

6. Further information is displayed by pressing the push-button OK on a highlighted group.

• This includes all the associated users for the selected group.

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6.4.6 View users

View the User information under Tools > Advanced> Permissions > Users.

Figure 6.12 Example user screen

See PICUS software, Group permissions and users in the Designer's handbook for more information
regarding permissions.

Reviewing user information

To view the user information, perform the following steps:
1. Select Tools, from the Home menu.
2. Select Advanced, from the Tools menu.
3. Select Permissions, from the Advanced menu.
4. Select Users, from the Permissions menu, to view the group information.
• Details of the users setup on the controller are displayed on screen.

• The user currently logged on is shown with a green dot .

5. Scroll through the information by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

6. Further information is displayed by pressing the push-button OK on a highlighted user.

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6.4.7 About brightness menu

The brightness menu allows you to do the following:

View or configure the Brightness level setting.

View or configure the Brightness time setting.

6.4.8 View or configure brightness level setting

View or configure the Brightness level setting under Tools > Advanced > Brightness > Brightness level.

Figure 6.13 Example brightness level screen

Changing brightness level setting

To change the brightness level setting, perform the following steps:
1. Select Tools, from the Home menu.
2. Select Advanced, from the Tools menu.
3. Select Brightness, from the Advanced menu.

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4. Select Brightness level, from the Brightness menu.

• The currently configured brightness level is shown with a solid box.

5. Highlight the required brightness level by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

6. Select the brightness level by pressing the push-button OK .

• The selected brightness level is shown with a solid box.
Done
7. To confirm the change, select the soft key Done .
• The setting becomes saved to the display unit.
• After the brightness time setting expires, due to inactivity with the display unit, the display becomes the brightness level.

6.4.9 View or configure the brightness time setting

View or configure the Brightness time setting under Tools > Advanced > Brightness > Brightness time.

Figure 6.14 Example brightness time screen

Changing brightness time setting

To change the brightness time setting, perform the following steps:
1. Select Tools, from the Home menu.
2. Select Advanced, from the Tools menu.
3. Select Brightness, from the Advanced menu.

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4. Select Brightness time, from the Brightness menu.

• The currently configured brightness time is shown with a solid box.

5. Highlight the required brightness time by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

6. Select the brightness time by pressing the push-button OK .

• The selected brightness time is shown with a solid box.
Done
7. To confirm the change, select the soft key Done .
• The setting becomes saved to the display unit.
• After the brightness time setting expires, due to inactivity with the display unit, the display becomes the brightness level.

6.5 Alarm
6.5.1 About alarms

View the alarms under Alarms.

You can view or action alarms from the alarm display.

See Alarms and log, in this document for more information regarding the alarm list and actions.

6.6 Log
6.6.1 About log

View the log under Log.

View details of the events that have occurred during the operation of the controller. This includes changes to the
configuration, for example changes to parameter settings.

See Alarms and log, in this document for more information regarding the event log.

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6.7 Live data

6.7.1 Viewing the Live data

View the current state of the system under Live data.

The Live data display contains many different information screens showing the current operation information for the
controller.

Reviewing Live data

To view the different Live data screens, perform the following steps:
1. Select Live data to view the current operating information.

2. Scroll through the screens by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

Changing Live data display (if applicable)

Some screens in the Live data display can be changed to view alternative information.

Figure 6.15 Example Live data screen

To cycle through the different information on a specific screen, perform the following steps:

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1. Select Live data to view the current operating information.

2. Scroll to the required screen by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

3. Select the soft key Up by pressing the appropriate push-button to cycle through the different information.

Home
You can return to the main menu by using the soft key Home by pressing the appropriate push-button .

Alternatively, press and hold the push-button Back for > 0.5 seconds to return to the main menu.

6.8 Info
6.8.1 About info

The info menu allows you to do the following:

View production information for the controller.

View the about information, including firmware versions.

6.8.2 View production

View the production information under Info > Production.

Here you can view information about the production of the controller.

Press the push-button Back to return to the Info menu.

The display shows production information for the controller.

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Figure 6.16 Example production screen

6.8.3 View about

Here you can view the about information for the controller and display unit.

This screen shows:

• Firmware version and revision for the hardware modules.
• Firmware version and revision for the application software.
• Firmware version and revision for the display unit (DU).

View the about information under Info > About.

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Figure 6.17 Example about screen

Reviewing about information

To view the about information, perform the following steps:
1. Select Info , from the Home menu to view the information menu.
2. Select About to view the about information.

3. Scroll through the information by pressing the push-button Up or Down .

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7. Troubleshooting

7.1 Introduction
7.1.1 Finding the source of the problem

For some system problems, the controller activates an alarm. The operator may therefore think that there is a problem with
the controller, even though the actual problem is in the system.

It is not possible to describe every possible system problem. Troubleshooting requires an understanding of the system, a
logical and systematic approach, and careful observation of the system reactions to the troubleshooting actions.

This chapter describes using switchboard control for troubleshooting, as well as troubleshooting for some of the most
common alarms.

See the Designer's handbook for more information regarding alarms.

See Troubleshooting, in the Commissioning guidelines for troubleshooting regulators and terminal damage.

7.2 Using SWBD control for troubleshooting

7.2.1 Introduction to SWBD control

The exact procedure for operating the system under SWBD control depends on the switchboard design. Follow the
guidelines from the switchboard supplier when operating the system under switchboard control. Class societies require that
certain minimum protections are included in the switchboard. For example, there must be a synchronisation check before
closing a breaker.

DANGER!
Only trained operators should operate the system under switchboard control. Even though the controller
protections are active, the operator can create undesirable conditions during switchboard control. The
operator actions can also disrupt the power supply.

7.2.2 Troubleshooting the system under SWBD control

Problem Any unexpected behaviour or situation in the system.

Solutions Make sure that the problem is not from the power management system or the controller.

Tools Switchboard inputs and switchboard instruments.

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Before you start

As far as possible, ensure that the system will be able to supply the required power while the controller is under SWBD
control. You may want to start extra gensets to be sure.

General information about SWBD control

When you place a controller under SWBD control, the controller stops controlling the GOV and AVR regulators. All logic for
the genset (start and stop) and breaker (open and close) is deactivated. If any other controllers in the system are in AUTO
mode, they are changed to SEMI mode. The controller's protections remain active.

DANGER!
During SWBD control, the controller protections will respond to alarm situations. However, the controller
will not prevent you from creating alarm situations.

Method 1. If possible, make sure that there is enough power available for the system. That is, are there
enough gensets running to supply the system?
2. Use the Switchboard control switch (on the switchboard) to change the controller to SWBD control.
• The gensets that are running should continue to run. However, any GENSET controllers in
AUTO mode will automatically change to SEMI mode. This means that the controllers will not
automatically stop or start gensets in response to load changes.
3. Depending on the time of the problem you can use the switchboard to do the following actions. If
you cannot do these actions during switchboard control, the controller will not be able to do them
either. You will have to continue troubleshooting to find the source of the problem.
a. Start the genset.
b. Use the GOV up and GOV down inputs on the switchboard to control the frequency from the
genset.
c. Do a manual synchronisation and close the breaker.
d. De-load and open the breaker.
e. Stop the genset.

See Troubleshooting, in the Commissioning guidelines for troubleshooting regulators and terminal damage.

INFO
This method can be adapted to troubleshoot any controller analogue output.

Problem Purpose Tools

Any unexpected behaviour or Make sure that the problem is not from the power Switchboard inputs and
situation in the power supply. management system or the controller. switchboard instruments

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7.3 Troubleshooting alarms

7.3.1 Troubleshooting alarms

The system has many pre-configured and configurable alarm protections. Activated alarms require action to resolve the
problem in the system. An active alarm typically has an active alarm protection which is designed to protect the system and
equipment.

See Alarms and log, in this document for more information about how alarms can be actioned.

7.4 Engine
7.4.1 Start failure

Alarm Start failure.

Configuration Configure > Parameters > Engine > Start sequence > Start failure

Possible cause(s) • Fuel supply to engine.

• Engine has reached the maximum number of start attempts configured.
• Engine failure (electrical/mechanical).

Checks and • Check fuel supply line.

recovery • Check start attempts configuration
◦ Configure > Parameters > Engine > Start sequence > Start attempts
• Engine starter battery

7.4.2 Overspeed #

INFO
This applies to both Overspeed 1 and Overspeed 2 alarm protections.

Alarm Overspeed #

Configuration Configure > Parameters > Engine > Protections

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Possible cause(s) • Engine speed rating is incorrect.

• Incorrect engine speed controller setting.

Checks and • Check the rated speed of the engine.

recovery • Adjust the speed controller if necessary.

7.5 Network and communication

7.5.1 Ethernet redundancy broken

Alarm Ethernet redundancy broken

Configuration Configure > Parameters > System power management > Network

Possible cause(s) • System never had a redundant Ethernet connection.

• The existing redundant Ethernet connection has become unplugged, damaged or faulty.

Checks and • For a system with no redundant Ethernet connection configured, you can either:
recovery ◦ Install a redundant Ethernet connection.
◦ See Wiring the communication, in the Installation instructions for more information
about installing the Ethernet communication.
◦ Alternatively, disable the Ethernet redundancy alarm:
◦ Set the alarm to Not enabled by configuring the parameter:
◦ Configure > Parameters > System power management > Network > Ethernet redundancy
broken
• For a system with a redundant Ethernet connection already configured:
◦ Check the Ethernet cabling has not been accidentally damaged or unplugged.
◦ Replace any damaged cables and ensure all Ethernet cables are plugged in securely.
◦ Check the Ethernet cabling used for the DEIF network has been correctly plugged in to the PCM
hardware module.

CAUTION
The Ethernet ports on the PSM are only used for EtherCAT® communication.
◦ Check the Ethernet cables used for the connection meet the DEIF Ethernet network cable
specification.
◦ See Hardware, Ethernet cable in the Data sheet for more information about the type of
Ethernet cable.

INFO
It is recommended to install a redundant Ethernet connection. This ensures continued operation of the system
should one of the Ethernet cables become damaged or faulty.

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8. Maintenance

8.1 PCM3.1 internal battery

8.1.1 Changing the battery

The controller has a replaceable battery located in the PCM3.1 module. When the power is low or fails on this battery, a
battery failure alarm is activated. To replace the battery you need to remove the PCM module.

See Processor and communication module PCM3.1, PCM3.1 technical specifications in the Data sheet for
more information regarding the type of battery.

Legal

INFO
The manufacturer's warranty will not apply if the rack has been opened by unauthorised persons. However, you are
allowed to replace the battery on the PCM3.1 module. To retain the warranty, the battery must be replaced by a
qualified person, in accordance with these written instructions.

Safety: Hazardous live currents and voltages

DANGER!
Hazardous live currents and voltages may be present in a rack that is already installed. Contact with these
could kill you. Only authorised personnel, who understand the precautions needed and the risks involved
in working with live electrical equipment, may do this work.

Safety: Disrupting control

DANGER!
Working on the rack may disrupt the control of the generator, busbar or connection. Take the necessary
precautions.

Protecting equipment: No hot swapping

CAUTION
Disconnect all power supplies before replacing the battery.

Electrostatic precautions

CAUTION
Protect the hardware modules against static discharge during the battery replacement.

Replacing the battery

1. Disconnect all power supplies (that is, both PSM and, if present, EIM), to protect the hardware modules and personnel.
2. Test the resistance of the wrist strap and the resistance of the wrist strap connection. Do not continue if the wrist strap
connection is faulty. Use the wrist strap at all times while replacing the battery to protect against static discharge.

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3. Remove the PCM3.1 hardware module from the rack:

a. Remove the terminal blocks, and make sure that there are no wires in the way of removing the hardware module.
• Disconnect any Ethernet cables from the top, middle or bottom of the hardware module.
b. Loosen the hardware module faceplate screws using a screwdriver with a TX20 bit.
• Do not force the screws to unscrew completely. The screws are built-in and therefore normally remain attached to
the faceplate.
c. Use pliers to pull the faceplate screws, and carefullly slide the hardware module out of the rack.
• Only pull the screws. Do not pull any other part of the faceplate.
d. Hold the hardware module by the faceplate when handling.
e. Remove the old battery from the holder, taking care not to damage any components.
f. Insert the correct replacement battery in the correct polarity into the holder, taking care not to damage any
components.
4. Replace the PCM3.1 hardware module to the rack:
a. Hold the PCM3.1 only by its faceplate.
b. Make sure that the hardware module is the right way up, and slide it back into slot 7.
• The hardware module should slide in easily.
c. Tighten the screws on the hardware module faceplate using a screwdriver with a TX20 bit, and 0.5 N·m (4.4 lb-in) of
torque.

INFO
After replacing the battery, check that the date and time settings are correct.

Date and time settings

• For a single controller not connected to other DEIF controllers:
◦ After the battery is replaced, the date and time settings need to be reentered on the controller. You can use PICUS to
enter the correct date and time settings.
• For controllers connected to other controllers:
◦ After the battery is replaced, the date and time settings are resynchronised from the time master controller.

See Processor and communication module PCM3.1, PCM3.1 technical specifications in the Data sheet for
more information regarding the type of battery.

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9. End-of-life

9.1 Disposal of WEEE

All products that are marked with the crossed-out wheeled bin (the WEEE symbol) are electrical and
electronic equipment (EEE). EEE contains materials, components and substances that can be
WEEE symbol dangerous and harmful to people's health and to the environment. Waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE) must therefore be disposed of properly. In Europe, the disposal of WEEE is
governed by the WEEE directive issued by the European Parliament. DEIF complies with this
directive.

You must not dispose of WEEE as unsorted municipal waste. Instead, WEEE must be collected
separately, to minimise the load on the environment, and to improve the opportunities to recycle,
reuse and/or recover the WEEE. In Europe, local governments are responsible for facilities to
receive WEEE. If you need more information on how to dispose of DEIF WEEE, please contact
DEIF.

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10.Glossary

10.1 Terms and abbreviations

Term Abbreviation Explanation

Alarm action The pre-defined set of actions that an alarm initiates. Also known as fail class.
The controller's digital output(s) that can be connected to a horn, a siren, lights, or
Alarm output
other equipment. This alerts the operator that one or more alarms are activated.
Alternating current AC
Terminals on a controller hardware module that the controller uses to measure an
analogue input. The analogue input type and range are typically selected during
Analogue input AI commissioning from a list of pre-configured voltage, current, and resistance
measurement input ranges. A pre-configured analogue input function or alarm can
also be assigned to the input.
Terminals on a controller hardware module that the controller uses to send an
analogue output. The analogue output type and range are typically selected during
Analogue output AO
commissioning from a list of pre-configured voltage and current output ranges. A
pre-configured analogue output function can also be assigned to the output.
Regulates the genset voltage. The AVR is third-party equipment. The AVR can
Automatic voltage
AVR have a fixed voltage set point. Alternatively, the DEIF controller can control the
regulator
AVR.
The busbar voltage is less than 10 % of the nominal voltage, and all generator
Blackout
breakers are open.
A mechanical switching device that closes to connect power sources to the busbar,
Breaker or to connect busbar sections. The breaker opens to disconnect the power sources
or to split the busbar.
The copper conductors which connect the power sources to the power consumers.
Represented on the single-line diagram as the line that connects all the power
Busbar sources and power consumers. If the bus tie breaker is open, there are two
separate and independent busbar sections. Similarly, if the bus tie breaker is
closed, there is only one busbar.
Physically disconnects two main busbars from each other, so that they operate as
Bus tie breaker BTB two separate (split) busbars. Also reconnects split busbars so that they operate as
one busbar.
Controls and protects a bus tie breaker. The controller ensures that opening the
BUS TIE breaker
bus tie breaker does not lead to a blackout. The controller also ensures that the two
controller
busbars are synchronised before closing the bus tie breaker.
The careful and systematic process that takes place after installation and before
Commissioning the system is handed over to the operator. Commissioning must include checking
and adjusting the controller.
Assigning input and output functions to terminals, and setting parameters, so that
Configuration
the controller is suitable for the application where it is installed.
A generator is connected to the system if it is running, synchronised with the
Connected
busbar, and its breaker is closed.
DEIF equipment that measures system conditions and then uses outputs to make
Controller
the system respond appropriately.

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Term Abbreviation Explanation

Terminals on a controller hardware module that the controller uses to measure a
Digital input DI digital input. A pre-configured digital input function or alarm can be assigned to the
input.
Terminals on a controller hardware module that the controller uses to send a digital
Digital output DO
output. A pre-configured digital output function can be assigned to the output.
Direct current DC
Controls and protects the emergency genset (normally a diesel generator). If the
EMERGENCY
system loses power, the controller ensures that the emergency genset supplies
genset controller
power to the emergency busbar.
A replaceable PCB, with its own power supply. This module includes 4 relay
Engine interface
EIM3.1 outputs, 4 digital inputs, an MPU and W input, and 3 analogue inputs. Used in
module 3.1
some of the DEIF controller types.
Generator breaker GB The breaker between a generator (for example, a genset) and the busbar.
Controls and protects a genset (normally a diesel generator). The Power
GENSET controller Management System can automatically start and stop gensets to ensure that the
required power is available.
Governor GOV Regulates the engine speed.
A replaceable PCB, which includes load sharing capability. This module also
Governor and AVR includes 4 relay outputs, 2 analogue current or voltage outputs, a pulse width
GAM3.1
module 3.1 modulation output, and 2 analogue current or voltage inputs. Used in some of the
DEIF controller types.
When a request is made, the power management system reserves and manages
Heavy consumer HC
the power required by the heavy consumer(s).
A pre-defined condition that inhibits the alarm action. For example, for the inhibit
Inhibit Not running, if the genset is Not running, the under-frequency alarm is prevented
from occurring. Inhibited alarms are not shown in the alarm display.
Input output module A replaceable PCB, with four relay outputs, and 10 digital inputs. Used in the DEIF
IOM3.1
3.1 controller.
An extra layer of protection that keeps the alarm action activated. When the alarm
Latch
is not active and acknowledged, it can be unlatched.
Light emitting diode LED Used to show the controller and equipment status and alarms.
The screen of the display unit. The information displayed varies, depending on the
Liquid crystal display LCD
controller mode, the equipment operation and the operator input.
The controllers adjust the gensets so that each genset supplies the right amount of
Load sharing the total power. For symmetrical load sharing, each genset supplies the same
proportion of its nominal power.
Measures the genset speed (that is, RPM). This sensor is normally located at the
Magnetic pickup MPU
genset flywheel.
A standardised, replaceable printed circuit board that is mounted in the rack. For
Module
example, PSM3.1 is a module that supplies power to the rest of the rack.
Neutral N The neutral line in a three-phase electrical system.
Defines the expected voltage and frequency for the system, along with each power
Nominal setting nom or NOM source's maximum load and current. The controller's protections are based on
percentages of the nominal settings.
A load that is not critical to the system. These may be disconnected by the
Non-essential load NEL
controller in the event of overload, over-current, or busbar under-current.

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Term Abbreviation Explanation

A state that an alarm can be assigned to by an operator. Out of service alarms are
Out of service inactive alarms. Out of service alarms do not automatically return to service and
require operator action.
A value, or set point, used to determine the controller's operation. Parameters
include nominal values, the configuration options for the configurable inputs and
Parameter
outputs, and alarm settings. The same set of parameters can be uploaded to
several controllers.
Personal computer PC Used to run the PICUS software. For example, a laptop computer.
The power line for one phase of a three-phase electrical system. Corresponds to R
in Germany, Red in the UK and Pacific, Red in New Zealand, Black in the USA,
Phase L1 L1
and U on electrical machine terminals. The above colour codes are for guidance
only. If uncertain perform a phase measurement.
The power line for one phase of a three-phase electrical system. Corresponds to S
in Germany, Yellow in the UK and Pacific, White in New Zealand, Red in the USA,
Phase L2 L2
and V on electrical machine terminals. The above colour codes are for guidance
only. If uncertain perform a phase measurement.
The power line for one phase of a three-phase electrical system. Corresponds to T
in Germany, Blue in the UK and Pacific, Blue in New Zealand, Blue in the USA, and
Phase L3 L3
W on electrical machine terminals. The above colour codes are for guidance only. If
uncertain perform a phase measurement.
Power P The 3-phase active power, measured in kW.
Power in Control The DEIF utility software, used to design, configure, troubleshoot and monitor a
PICUS
Utility Software system.
Power management The controllers share information and work together to ensure enough power to
PMS
system supply the load.
Power supply module A replaceable PCB that powers the controller. This module includes three relay
PSM3.1
3.1 outputs for status signals. Used in the DEIF controller.
Power take home PTH The shaft generator is used as a motor to drive the ship's propellor.
Printed circuit board PCB Supports and electrically connects components.
Processor and A replaceable PCB, which contains the controller processor, as well as the CAN
communication PCM3.1 bus connections and Ethernet communication connections. Used in the DEIF
module 3.1 controller.
Protection and Power A versatile controller consisting of several modules and display unit designed for
PPM
Management marine use.
Pulse width Terminals with an output that uses variable pulse widths, and behaves as an
PWM
modulation analogue output.
PNP A type of transistor.
Reactive power Q The 3-phase reactive power, measured in kvar.
Resistance Variable resistance device, used for some of the input terminals on genset
RMI
measurement input controllers.
A genset is regarded as running if the engine is started and there is running
Running detection. A running engine does not necessarily have to be synchronised with the
busbar.
A controller operating mode. Operator commands (for example, close breaker) start
SEMI mode pre-programmed sequences in the controller. Apart from trips, the controller does
not automatically open or close breakers or start or stop equipment.
Shaft generator SG A generator installed on the ship's main shaft that produces electricity.

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Term Abbreviation Explanation

Shaft generator
SGB The breaker between the shaft generator and the main busbar/switchboard.
breaker
SHAFT generator
Controls and protects the power supply from the shaft generator.
controller
A temporary state that an alarm can be assigned to by an operator. Shelved alarms
are inactive alarms, but only for a selected period by the operator. When the period
Shelve
of time expires, the alarm is automatically unshelved by the system restoring the
alarm to the previous alarm state. Alarm conditions are checked again.
The ship is supplied with electricity from land while in harbour through the shore
Shore connection SC
connection.
Shore connection
SCB The breaker between the shore connection and the main busbar/switchboard.
breaker
SHORE connection
Controls and protects the power supply from the shore connection.
controller
Shutdown An emergency or fast stop of the genset engine. No cooldown time is allowed.
The cabinet where the power sources are connected to the power consumers. See
Switchboard
Busbar too.
A controller operating mode. Power management and operator commands to the
controller are disabled. The operator controls the system using the switchboard.
Switchboard control SWBD control
The controller monitors operation and the controller protections are active (that is, if
an operating value activates an alarm, the controller does the alarm action).
The gensets, the other power sources, all breakers, the busbars, and all their
System controllers. Within the system, the DEIF controllers work together to supply the
power required safely and efficiently.
Third-party Equipment other than the DEIF controller. For example: The genset, the genset
equipment engine control system, the wiring, the busbars, and the switchboard.
Used to connect/disconnect the emergency busbar from the main busbar. (The
Tie breaker TB
breaker between two main busbars is called a bus tie breaker.)
Time t
An emergency or fast opening of a breaker. No attempt is made to deload the
Trip
breaker before it opens.
Electrical potential difference. U is used as an abbreviation for voltage in most of
Voltage V
Europe, Russia and China.
For certain controller actions, both the voltage and frequency must be within the
Voltage and
V & Hz specified range. For example, for busbar OK, or to start synchronising a genset to
frequency
the busbar.

10.2 Units
The table below lists the units used in the documentation, as well as the US units where these are different. In the
documentation, the US units are given in brackets, for example, 80 °C (176 °F).

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Table 10.1 Units used in the documentation

Unit Name Measures US unit US name Conversion Alternative units

A ampere Current
1 bar = 0.980665
atmosphere (atm)
pounds per
bar bar Pressure psi 1 bar = 14.5 psi
square inch
1 bar = 100,000
Pascal (Pa)
T[ºC] = (T[ºF] - 32 º) × T[ºC] = T[Kelvin
ºC degrees Celsius Temperature ºF Fahrenheit
5/9 (K)] - 273.15
Noise or
dB decibel interference (a
logarithmic scale)
g gram Weight oz ounce 1 g = 0.03527 oz
g gravitational force Gravity, g = 9.8 m/s2 ft/s2 g = 32.2 ft/s2
h hour Time
Frequency (cycles
Hz hertz
per second)
kg kilogram Weight lb pound 1 kg = 2.205 lb
pounds per
kPa kilopascal Pressure psi 1 kPa = 0.145 psi
square inch
m metre Length ft foot (or feet) 1 m = 3.28 ft
mA milliampere Current
mm millimetre Length in inch 1 mm = 0.0394 in
ms millisecond Time
N·m newton metre Torque lb-in pound-force inch 1 N·m = 8.85 lb-in
Frequency of
revolutions per
RPM rotation (rotational
minute
speed)
s second Time
V volt Voltage
volt (alternating Voltage (alternating
V AC
current) current)
volt (direct Voltage (direct
V DC
current) current)
W watt Power
Ω ohm Resistance

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10.3 Symbols
10.3.1 Symbols for notes

DANGER!
This highlights dangerous situations. If the guidelines are not followed, these situations could result in
death, serious personal injury, and equipment damage or destruction.

CAUTION
This highlights potentially dangerous situations. If the guidelines are not followed, these situations could result in
personal injury or damaged equipment.

INFO
This highlights general information.

This highlights where to find more information.

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10.3.2 Display unit symbols and push-buttons

Symbol Symbol name Notes

Controller power OK

Self-check OK
Ready for operation
Alarm

Horn silence

Soft key

Up

OK

Down

Back

Help

Genset start

Genset stop

Close breaker

Open breaker

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Symbol Symbol name Notes

AUTO mode ISO 700:2004, symbol 0017.

SEMI mode ISO 700:2004, symbol 0026.

Test ISO 700:2004, symbol 1942.

1st priority

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