AGC Automatic Gen-Set Controller: Designer'S Reference Handbook
AGC Automatic Gen-Set Controller: Designer'S Reference Handbook
AGC Automatic Gen-Set Controller: Designer'S Reference Handbook
REFERENCE HANDBOOK
• Functional description
• Display unit and menu structure
• PID-controller
• Procedure for parameter setup
• Parameter list
Table of contents
This chapter includes general user information about this handbook concerning the general
purpose, the intended users and the overall contents and structure.
General purpose
This document is the Designer’s Reference Handbook for DEIF’s Automatic Gen-set Controller,
the AGC. The document mainly includes functional descriptions, presentation of display unit and
menu structure, information about the PI-controller, the procedure for parameter setup and
complete standard parameter lists.
The general purpose of the Designer’s Reference Handbook is to provide useful overall information
about the functionality of the unit and its applications. This handbook also offers the user the
information he needs in order to successfully set up the parameters needed in his specific
application.
Please make sure to read this handbook before working with the multi-line 2
controller and the gen-set to be controlled. Failure to do this could result in
human injury or damage to the equipment.
Intended users
The handbook is mainly intended for the person responsible for the unit parameter setup. In most
cases, this would be a panel builder designer. Naturally, other users might also find useful
information in the handbook.
Contents/overall structure
The Designer’s Reference Handbook is divided into chapters and in order to make the structure of
the document simple and easy to use, each chapter will begin from the top of a new page. The
following will outline the contents of each of the chapters.
Functional descriptions
This chapter will include functional descriptions of the standard functions as well as illustrations of
relevant application types. Flowcharts and single-line representations will be used in order to
simplify the information.
Additional functions
This chapter describes the additional functions of the unit.
PID-controller
This chapter offers information about the PID-controller in the form of principle drawings and
descriptions.
Synchronising
This chapter has detailed information about the unit’s dynamic and static synchronisation.
Parameter list
This chapter includes a complete standard parameter list for setup. Therefore, this chapter is to be
used for reference, when information about specific parameters is needed.
This chapter includes important information about general legal issues relevant in the handling of
DEIF products. Furthermore, some overall safety precautions will be introduced and
recommended. Finally, the highlighted notes and warnings, which will be used throughout this
handbook, are presented.
The units are not to be opened by unauthorised personnel. If opened anyway, the
warranty will be lost.
Safety issues
Installing the unit implies work with dangerous currents and voltages. Therefore, the installation
should only be carried out by authorised personnel who understand the risks involved in working
with live electrical equipment.
Be aware of the hazardous live currents and voltages. Do not touch any AC
measurement inputs as this could lead to injury or death.
Definitions
Throughout this document a number of notes and warnings will be presented. To ensure that these
are noticed, they will be highlighted in order to separate them from the general text.
Notes
The notes provide general information which will be helpful for the reader to
bear in mind.
Warnings
This chapter will deal with the unit in general and its place in the DEIF product range.
Introduction
The AGC is part of the DEIF multi-line 2 product family. Multi-line 2 is a complete range of multi-
function generator protection and control products integrating all the functions you need into one
compact and attractive solution.
The concept of the AGC is to offer a cost-effective solution to gen-set builders, who need a
flexible generator protection and control unit for medium to large gen-set applications. Being part
of the multi-line product family the standard functions can be supplemented with a variety of
optional functions.
Type of product
The Automatic Gen-set Controller is a micro-processor based control unit containing all
necessary functions for protection and control of a gen-set.
It contains all necessary 3-phase measuring circuits, and all values and alarms are presented on
the LCD display
Options
The multi-line 2 product range consists of different basic versions which can be supplemented
with the flexible options needed to provide the optimum solution. The options cover e.g. various
protections for generator, busbar and mains, voltage/var/PF control, various outputs, power
management, serial communication, additional operator display, etc.
A full options list is included in the data sheet, document no. 4921240295.
Please see www.deif.com.
4. Functional descriptions
This chapter includes functional descriptions of standard functions as well as illustrations of the
relevant application types. Flowcharts and single-line diagrams will be used in order to simplify
the information.
Standard functions
In the following paragraphs the standard functions are listed.
Operation modes
• Automatic Mains Failure
• Island operation
• Fixed power/base load
• Peak shaving
• Load take over
• Mains power export
Engine control
• Start/stop sequences
• Run and stop coil
• Relay outputs for governor control
Protections (ANSI)
• Overcurrent, 4 levels (51)
• Reverse power, 2 levels (32)
• Multi-inputs (digital, 4-20mA, 0-40V DC, PT100, PT1000 or VDO)
• Digital inputs
Display
• Prepared for remote mounting
• Push-buttons for start and stop
• Push-buttons for breaker operations
• Status texts
M-logic
• Simple logic configuration tool
• Selectable input events
• Selectable output commands
The terminal strip overview shows I/Os for selectable standard and optional
hardware.
Refer to the data sheet for accurate information about possible configurations
of the AGC.
The hardware shown in slot #3 is option M12 and G3. For a detailed description
of these options, please refer to the option descriptions.
Applications
This section about applications is to be used for reference using the particular
gen-set mode as starting point. It is not suitable for reading from beginning to
end.
The unit can be used for the applications listed in the table below.
Application Comment
Automatic Mains Failure (no back sync.) Standard
Automatic Mains Failure (with back sync.) Standard
Island operation Standard
Fixed power/base load Standard
Peak shaving Standard
Load take over Standard
Mains power export (fixed power to mains) Standard
Multiple gen-sets, load sharing Requires option G3
Multiple gen-sets, power management Requires option G5
For a general description of the available running modes, please refer to the
chapter ‘Running mode description’.
In both cases, the generator breaker will be closed when the generator voltage and frequency is
OK, and the mains breaker is open.
When the mains returns, the unit will switch back to mains supply and cool down and stop the
gen-set. The switching back to mains supply is done without back synchronisation when the
adjusted ‘Mains OK delay’ has expired.
For a general description of the available running modes, please refer to the
chapter ‘Running mode description’.
In both cases, the generator breaker will be closed when the generator voltage and frequency is
OK, and the mains breaker is open.
When the mains returns, the unit will synchronise the mains breaker to the busbar when the
‘Mains OK delay’ has expired. Then the gen-set cools down and stops.
The automatic mains failure mode can be combined with the ‘Overlap’ function.
In that case, the generator breaker and the mains breaker will never be closed at
the same time for a longer period than the adjusted ‘Overlap’ time.
Semi-auto description
When the generator breaker is closed and the mains breaker is opened, the unit will use the
nominal frequency as the set point for the speed governor. If AVR control (option D1) is
selected, the nominal voltage is used as the set point.
When the generator is paralleled to the mains, the governor regulation will no longer be active. If
AVR control (option D1) is selected, then the set point will be the adjusted power factor (7050
Fixed power set).
For a general description of the available running modes, please refer to the
chapter ‘Running mode description’.
Island operation
For a general description of the available running modes, please refer to the
chapter ‘Running mode description’.
kW
t
tRAMP-UP
Start signal
Stop signal
When the generator is paralleled to the mains, the generator power will be increased to the fixed
power set point.
If AVR control (option D1) is selected, then the set point will be the adjusted power factor (7050
Fixed power set).
For a general description of the available running modes, please refer to the
chapter ‘Running mode description’.
Peak shaving
When the load drops below the maximum mains import set point, the gen-set will run at min.
load again. When the mains import decreases below the stop set point, the gen-set will cool
down and stop.
A 4-20mA transducer is used for indication of the power imported from the mains.
kW
Peak/total power
Mains power
Generator
t
tSTOP
When the generator is paralleled to the mains, the generator will be controlled according to the
peak shaving set point. So the maximum mains import will not be exceeded in spite of the semi-
auto mode. If AVR control (option D1) is selected, the set point is the adjusted power factor
(7050 Fixed power set).
For a general description of the available running modes, please refer to the
chapter ‘Running mode description’.
When the start command is given, the gen-set will start and synchronise the generator breaker
to the busbar that is being supplied by the mains. When the generator breaker is closed, the
imported load is decreased (the power is being transferred to the gen-set) until the load is at the
open breaker point. Then the mains breaker opens.
When the stop command is given, the mains breaker is synchronised to the busbar and after
closure the gen-set is deloaded, cooled down and stopped.
A 4-20mA transducer is used for indication of the power imported from the mains.
kW
Mains power
Generator power
t
Start signal
Stop signal
MB opens
GB opens
The load take over mode can be combined with the overlap function. In that
case, the generator and the mains breakers will never be closed at the same
time for a longer period than the adjusted ‘overlap’ time.
If the imported load is higher than the nominal gen-set power, an alarm appears
and the load take over sequence is paused.
A 4-20mA transducer is used for indication of the power imported from the mains.
If the imported load is higher than the nominal gen-set, an alarm appears, and
the load take over sequence is paused.
Semi-auto mode
When the generator breaker is closed, and the mains breaker is opened, the unit will use the
nominal frequency as set point for the speed governor. If AVR control (option D1) is selected,
the nominal voltage is used as set point.
When the generator is paralleled to the mains, it will be controlled, so the imported power from
the mains will be kept at 0 kW. If AVR control (option D1) is selected, the set point is the
adjusted power factor (7050 Fixed power set).
For a general description of the available running modes, please refer to the
chapter ‘Running mode description’.
If a fixed level of imported power must be used, it is still the mains power
export mode that must be selected! This mode covers import as well as export.
The gen-set starts as a result of a digital start command. It synchronises to the mains and will
start to export power to the mains. The amount of power exported will be kept at a fixed level
regardless of the load on the busbar (the factory).
The stop command will cause the gen-set to deload and trip the generator breaker. Afterwards,
it will cool down and stop.
A 4-20mA transducer is used for indication of the power exported from the mains.
Stop signal
Start signal
t
Ramp up
Ramp down
kW
Please notice that the set point of the mains power export can be adjusted to 0
kW. This means that the gen-set will be parallel to the mains but no power
import or export.
Semi-auto description
When the generator breaker is closed and the mains breaker is opened, the unit will use the
nominal frequency as set point for the speed governor. If AVR control (option D1) is selected the
nominal voltage is used as set point.
When the generator is paralleled to the mains, it will be controlled according to the mains power
export set point. If AVR control (option D1) is selected, the set point is the adjusted power factor
(7050 Fixed power set).
For a general description of the available running modes, please refer to the
chapter ‘Running mode description’.
Semi-auto mode
The unit can be operated in semi-auto mode. Semi-auto means that the unit will not initiate any
sequences automatically, as is the case with the auto mode. It will only initiate sequences, if
external signals are given.
The standard AGC is only equipped with a limited number of digital inputs,
please refer to ‘Digital inputs' in this document and the data sheet for additional
information about availability.
When the gen-set is running in semi-auto mode, the unit will control the speed governor and the
AVR, if option D1 is selected.
Test mode
The test mode function is activated by selecting test with the MODE push-button on the display
or by activating a digital input.
7040 Test
• Return: When the test is completed, the unit will return to the selected mode
(semi-auto or auto).
If the timer is set to 0.0 min., the test sequence will be infinite.
Test mode cannot be used if the gen-set is in island operation (gen-set mode
selected to Island mode).
Simple test
The simple test will only start the gen-set and run it at nominal frequency with the generator
breaker open. The test will run until the timer expires.
Load test
The load test will start the gen-set and run it at nominal frequency, synchronise the generator
breaker and produce the power typed in the set point in menu 7041. The test will run until the
timer expires.
To run the load test it is required that ‘Sync to Mains’ is enabled in menu 7084.
Full test
The full test will start the gen-set and run it at nominal frequency, synchronise the generator
breaker and transfer the load to the generator before opening the mains breaker. When the test
timer expires, the mains breaker will be synchronised and the load is transferred back to the
mains before the generator breaker is opened and the generator is stopped.
To run the full test it is required that ‘Sync to Mains’ is enabled in menu 7084.
Manual mode
When manual mode is selected, the gen-set can be controlled with digital inputs. The following
commands are possible:
Command Comment
Start (input or push button) Gen-set starts (no regulation).
Stop (input or push button) Gen-set opens GB and stops
without cooling-down.
Manual increase speed Unit gives increase signal to
speed governor.
Manual decrease speed Unit gives decrease signal to
speed governor.
Manual increase voltage Unit gives increase signal to
the AVR. (Option D1).
Manual decrease voltage Unit gives decrease signal to
the AVR. (Option D1).
It is not possible to open and close the generator breaker or the mains breaker
in manual mode.
MAN mode cannot be selected, when AUTO mode is selected. To go from AUTO
to MAN it is necessary to go to SEMI-AUTO to make MAN available.
Block mode
When the block mode is selected, the unit is locked for certain actions. This means that it cannot
start the gen-set or perform any breaker operations.
To change the running mode from the display, the user will be asked for a password before the
change can be made. It is not possible to select ‘block mode’ when running feedback is present.
The purpose of the block mode is to make sure that the gen-set does not start for instance
during maintenance work.
If the digital inputs are used to change the mode, then it is important to know that the input
configured to block mode is a constant signal. So, when it is ON the unit is in a blocked state,
and when it is OFF, it returns to the mode it was in before block mode was selected.
If block mode is selected using the display after the digital block input is
activated, the AGC will stay in block mode after the block input is deactivated.
The block mode must now be changed using the display. The block mode can
only be changed locally by display or digital input.
Before the running mode is changed it is important to check that persons are
clear of the gen-set and that the gen-set is ready for operation.
The gen-set can be started from the local engine control panel, if such is
installed. Therefore, DEIF recommends avoiding local cranking and starting of
the gen-set.
Single-line diagrams
In the following, the various applications are illustrated in single-line diagrams.
Island operation
Peak shaving
3 3
3 3
- Parallel with 2 mains with a tie breaker (the tie breaker is optional)
3 7 38 39 40 41 42 43 4 4 45 4 6 47 48 49 5 0 51 52 53 54 55 5 6 5 7 58 59 60 6 1 6 2 6 3 64 65 66 6 7 68 69 70 71 72 3 7 38 39 40 41 4 2 4 3 44 45 46 4 7 4 8 49 50 51 52 53 5 4 5 5 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 6 6 67 6 8 69 70 71 72 37 38 39 4 0 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 5 2 5 3 54 55 56 57 58 5 9 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 6 9 7 0 7 1 72 37 38 3 9 4 0 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 5 1 5 2 53 54 55 56 57 5 8 59 6 0 61 62 63 6 4 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72
7 3 74 75 76 7 7 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 73 7 4 75 76 7 7 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 9 6 9 7 73 74 7 5 76 77 78 79 8 0 81 82 83 8 4 85 8 6 8 7 8 8 89 9 0 9 1 92 9 3 94 9 5 96 97 73 74 7 5 7 6 77 78 7 9 80 81 82 83 8 4 8 5 86 87 88 89 9 0 91 92 93 9 4 95 96 97
37 38 3 9 4 0 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 5 2 53 54 55 56 57 5 8 5 9 6 0 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 6 9 70 7 1 72 37 3 8 39 40 41 42 43 4 4 4 5 4 6 47 48 49 50 5 1 52 53 54 55 56 5 7 5 8 59 60 61 6 2 63 6 4 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72
Power Power
Self che ck ok Self ch eck ok
Alarm inhibit Alarm inhib ti
73 74 75 76 77 78 7 9 80 81 82 83 8 4 8 5 8 6 87 88 89 9 0 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 7 3 74 75 7 6 77 78 79 80 81 82 8 3 84 85 86 87 88 8 9 90 91 92 93 9 4 95 96 97
3 3
- Multi mains with 2 mains, 2 tie breakers, 1 bus tie breaker and 4 gen-sets
DISPLAY MAINS
MAINS
MAINS OKAY
CONSUMERS
ATS ON/OFF
AGC
TIE
BREAKER
(TB)
BUSBAR
CAN-bus
3 3 3
Flowcharts
Using flowcharts, the principles of the most important functions will be illustrated in the next
sections. The functions included are:
• Mode shift
• MB open sequence
• GB open sequence
• Stop sequence
• Start sequence
• MB close sequence
• GB close sequence
• Fixed power
• Load take over
• Island operation
• Peak shaving
• Mains power export
• Automatic Mains Failure
• Test sequence
The flowcharts below are for guidance only. For illustrative purposes the
flowcharts are simplified in some extent.
Mode shift
Start
Mode shift No
enabled
Yes
Yes
No
mains failure
Yes
initiate AMF
sequence
END
MB open sequence
Start
No
MB closed
Yes
No
load take over mains failure
Yes
deload MB
No
No Yes
load = 0 load too high alarm
Yes
open MB
No alarm 'MB
MB opened
open failure'
Yes
END
GB open sequence
Start
stop conditions No
OK
Yes
No
is GB closed
Yes
No failclass
Soft open
shutdown
Yes
deload DG
No
Yes Yes
open GB
No
GB opened Alarm
Yes
end
Stop sequence
Start
stop No
conditio
ns OK
Yes
GB open No
seq OK
Yes
No
AUTO
mode
Yes
No cooldown
timer run
out
Yes
No
run coil stop relay
Yes
No
genset
alarm
stopped
Yes
end
Start sequence
Start
start condition No
OK
Yes
start prepare No
timer
Yes
Start relay ON
Yes Yes
run feedback No
off relay ON Alarm
detected
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Start failure
alarm
end
MB close sequence
Start
No
is MB open
Yes
voltage on No
mains/bus
Yes
No
voltage on gen
Yes
No
GB closed
Yes
direct close OK
No GB open No
back sync ON
sequence
Yes
Yes
No
No
synchronised
Yes
close MB
No close failure
MB closed
alarm
Yes
end
GB close sequence
Start
No
is GB open
Yes
No
Start seq OK
Yes
single DG No
application
No voltage on
Yes
busbar
No No Yes
island mode All GBs OFF
Yes Yes
No
No No
voltage on bus MB close TB Present
Yes
Yes Yes
No
TB open
Yes
Yes
MB open
No
No
DG freq match No
BB freq
Yes
alarm sync
failure
close GB
No
GB closed alarm
Yes
end
Fixed power
Start
Activate start
input
start sequence
GB close
sequence
ramp-up to
operation
load set-point
deactivate start
input
GB open
sequence
stop sequence
end
Start
Activate start
input
start sequence
GB close
sequence
Yes
MB open genset
sequence operation
deactivate start
input
MB close GB open
stop sequence end
sequence sequence
Island operation
Start
start input
active
start sequence
GB close
operation
sequence
start input
deactivated
GB open
sequence
stop sequence
end
Peak shaving
Start
mains power
above start set
point
start sequence
operation:
GB close
produce power
sequence
above set point
mains power
below stop set
point
GB open
sequence
stop sequence
end
Start
activate start
input
start sequence
close GB
sequence
ramp up to
Operation
MPE set point
deactivate start
input
GB open
sequence
stop sequence
end
Test sequence
Sequences
The following contains information about the sequences of the engine, the generator breaker
and, if installed, the mains breaker. These sequences are automatically initiated if the auto mode
is selected, or if the commands are selected in the semi-auto mode.
In the semi-auto mode the selected sequence is the only sequence initiated (e.g. press the
START push-button: The engine will start, but no subsequent synchronising is initiated).
• START sequence
• STOP sequence
• Breaker sequences
If island operation is selected, the digital input ‘MB closed’ must NOT be activated with a 12/24 volt
input signal. A ‘mains breaker failure’ will occur, if the wiring of the mains breaker feedback inputs
is wrong.
Start sequence
The following drawings illustrate the start sequences of the gen-set with normal start prepare
and extended start prepare.
No matter the choice of start prepare function, the running coil is activated 1 s before the start
relay (starter).
Please see page 47 for a description of the settings related to the start
sequence.
This means that if e.g. the oil pressure is not primed to the sufficient value then the crank relay
will not engage the starter motor.
The selection is made in setting 6185. For each of the VDO settings the rule is that the value (oil
pressure, fuel level or water temperature) must exceed the set point of setting 6186 before
starting is initiated.
If the value in 6186 is set to 0.0, the start sequence is initiated as soon as it is
requested.
The diagram below shows an example where the VDO signal builds up slowly and starting is
initiated at the end of the third start attempt.
Start sequence:
Cranking depends on VDO
Start prepare 1 2 3
(3 start attempts)
Stop relay
Crank relay
Run coil
Running feedback
VDO
measurement OK
VDO value
Cranking starts
Running feedback
Different types of running feedback can be used to detect if the motor is running. Refer to menu
6170 for selection of the running feedback type.
The running detection is made with a built-in safety routine. The running feedback selected is
the primary feedback. At all times all the types of running feedback is used for running detection.
If, for some reason, the primary choice is not detecting any running feedback, the starter relay
will stay activated for 1 additional second. If a running feedback is detected based on one of the
secondary choices, the gen-set will start. This way, the gen-set will still be functional even
though a tacho sensor is damaged or dirty.
As soon as the gen-set is running, no matter if the gen-set is started based on the primary or
secondary feedback, the running detection will be made based on all available types.
Event Comment
Stop signal
Start failure
Remove starter Tacho set point.
feedback
Running feedback Digital input.
Running feedback Tacho set point.
Running feedback Frequency measurement above 32Hz.
The frequency measurement requires a voltage measurement of 30%
of UNOM.
The running detection based on the frequency measurement can
replace the running feedback based on tacho or digital input or engine
communication.
Running feedback Oil pressure set point (menu 6175).
Running feedback EIC (engine communication) (option H5 or H7).
Emergency stop
Alarm Alarms with ‘shutdown’ or ‘trip and stop’ fail class.
Stop push-button on Only in semi-auto or manual mode.
display
Modbus stop command Semi-auto or manual mode.
Binary stop input Semi-auto or manual mode.
Deactivate the ‘auto Auto mode in the following gen-set modes:
start/stop’ Island operation, fixed power, load take over or mains power export
mode.
Running mode It is not possible to change the running mode to ‘block’ as long as the
gen-set is running.
If the MPU input is to be used to remove the starter, it has to be set up in menu
6174.
The only protections that can stop the gen-set/interrupt the start sequence
when the ‘shutdown override’ input is activated, are the digital input
‘emergency stop’ and the alarm ‘overspeed 2’. Both of these must have the fail
class ‘shut down’.
Extended prepare: The extended prepare will activate the start prepare relay when the start
sequence is initiated and keep it activated when the start relay activates until the specified time
has expired. If the ext. prepare time exceeds the start ON time, the start prepare relay is
deactivated when the start relay deactivates. If the timer is set to 0.0 s the extended prepare
function is deactivated.
Start ON time: The starter will be activated for this period when cranking.
Stop sequence
The drawings illustrate the stop sequence.
The stop sequence will be activated, if a stop command is given. The stop sequence includes
the cooling down time if the stop is a normal or controlled stop.
The stop sequence can only be interrupted during the cooling down period. Interruptions can
occur in these situations:
Event Comment
Mains failure AMF mode selected (or mode shift selected ON) and auto
mode selected.
Start button is pressed Semi-auto mode: Engine will run in idle speed.
Binary start input Auto mode: Island operation and fixed power, load take over or
mains power export.
Exceeding set point Auto mode: Peak shaving.
GB close button is pressed Semi-auto mode only.
The stop sequence can only be interrupted during the cooling down period.
When the engine is stopped, the analogue speed governor output is reset to the
offset value. Please refer to the mentioned option descriptions.
If the cooling down timer is set to 0.0s, the cooling down sequence will be
infinite.
Breaker sequences
The breaker sequences will be activated depending on the selected mode:
Before closing the breakers it must be checked that the voltage and frequency are OK. The
limits are adjusted in menu 2110 Sync. blackout.
7080 MB control
Mode shift: When enabled the AGC will perform the AMF sequence in case of a mains
failure regardless of the actual gen-set mode.
MB close delay: The time from GB OFF to MB ON when back synchronisation is OFF.
Load time: After opening of the breaker the MB ON sequence will not be initiated before
this delay has expired. Please refer to the description of ‘Breaker spring load
time’.
If no MB is represented, then the relays and inputs normally used for MB control
become configurable. The power plant constructor (USW) is used for
configuration of the plant design if the application does not include an MB.
It is possible to select the functionality of the mains breaker closing function. This is necessary, if
the unit operates in Automatic Mains Failure (AMF).
Selection Description
Start engine and open mains breaker When a mains failure occurs, the mains breaker opens,
and the engine starts at the same time.
Start engine When a mains failure occurs, the engine starts. When
the generator is running and the frequency and voltage
are OK, the MB opens and the GB closes.
AMF timers
The time charts describe the functionality at a mains failure and at mains return. Back
synchronisation is deactivated. The timers used by the AMF function are indicated in the table
below:
Example 1:
7065 Mains fail control: Start engine and open MB
Mains OK
tMCB
MB On
GB On
Gen running
Gen f/U OK
tFU
Mains failure Mains OK
detected
Example 2:
7065 Mains fail control: Start engine
Mains OK
MB On
tMBC
GB On
tGBC
Gen start seq
tFD
Gen stop seq
tFOD
Gen running
Gen f/U OK
tFU
Mains failure Mains OK
detected
The conditions for the ON and OFF sequences are described in the table below:
This chapter deals with the display unit including the push-button and LED functions. In addition,
the unit menu structure will be presented.
Push-button functions
The display unit holds a number of push-button functions which are presented below.
INFO: Shifts the display 3 lower lines to show the alarm list.
JUMP: Enters a specific menu number selection. All settings have a specific number
attached to them. The JUMP button enables the user to select and display any
setting without having to navigate through the menus (see later).
VIEW: Shifts the first line displaying in the setup menus. Push 2 sec. to switch to
master display in case more than 1 display is connected.
LOG: Displays the LOG SETUP window where you can choose between the Event,
Alarm and Battery logs. The logs are not deleted when the auxiliary supply is
switched off.
: Increases the value of the selected set point (in the setup menu). In the daily
use display, this button function is used for scrolling the View lines in V1 or the
second line (in the setup menu) displaying of generator values.
SEL: Is used to select the underscored entry in the fourth line of the display.
: Decreases the value of the selected set point (in the setup menu). In the daily
use display, this button function is used for scrolling the second line displaying
of generator values.
INFO:
Shifts the display three lower lines to show the alarm list.
JUMP:
Enters a specific menu number selection.
START:
Start of the gen-set if ‘SEMI-AUTO’ or ‘MANUAL’ is selected.
STOP:
Stop of the gen-set if ‘SEMI-AUTO’ or ‘MANUAL’ is selected.
MODE:
GB: Changes the display menu
Opens the GB, if it is closed. line (line four) to mode
Closes (sync.) the GB, if it is opened. selection.
MB:
Opens the MB, if it is closed.
Closes (sync.) the MB, if it is opened.
VIEW:
Shifts the first line displaying in the setup menus.
Push 2 sec. to switch to master display in case
more than 1 display is connected.
LOG:
Shifts the display three lower lines to show the
event and alarm list.
SEL:
Selects the underscored entry in the fourth
display line.
BACK:
Jumps one step backwards in the menu.
LED functions
The display unit holds 10 LED functions. The colour is green or red or a combination in different
situations.
Self check OK: LED indicates that the self check is OK.
Alarm inh.: Please refer to ‘Alarm inhibit’ in the chapter ‘Additional functions’.
(Gen.) OK: LED green light indicates that the voltage/frequency is present and OK.
(GB) ON: LED green light indicates that the generator breaker is closed.
LED yellow light indicates that the generator breaker has received a command
to close on a black BUS, but the breaker is not yet closed due to interlocking of
the GB.
LED is flashing yellow if the ‘Enable GB black close’ or the ‘GB spring loaded’
signal is missing or the GB load time has not expired.
Alarm:
Flashing: Unacknowledged alarms present.
Fixed: Acknowledged alarms present.
Generator running.
Menu structure
The display includes two menu systems which can be used without password entry:
Entry window
When the unit is powered up, an entry window appears. The entry window is the turning point in
the menu structure and as such the gateway to the other menus. It can always be reached by
pressing the BACK push-button 3 times.
The event and alarm list will appear at power up, if an alarm is present.
View menu
The view menus (V1, V2 and V3) are the most commonly used menus of the unit.
The menu navigating starts from the fourth display line in the entry window and is carried out
The entry window displays view 3, (in the illustration above the window where ‘manual’ is
displayed).
Setup menu
The setup menu system is used for parameter setup of the unit, and if the user needs detailed
information that is not available in the view menu system. So, this menu can be used for both
daily use and setup purposes. The menu is entered from the entry window by selecting the entry
SETUP in the fourth display line.
Setup structure
AGC V. 3.00.0
2006-08-25 09.35.54
SETUP V3 V2 V1
G 439 440 440V G 439 440 440V G 439 440 440V G 439 440 440V
f-L1 50.02Hz f-L1 50.02Hz f-L1 50.02Hz f-L1 50.02Hz
PROTECTION SETUP CONTROL SETUP INPUT/OUTPUT SETUP SYSTEM SETUP
PROT CTRL I/O SYST PROT CTRL I/O SYST PROT CTRL I/O SYST PROT CTRL I/O SYST
G 439 440 440V G 439 440 440V G 439 440 440V G 439 440 440V
1000 G –P> 1 CONTROL SETUP INPUT/OUTPUT SETUP SYSTEM SETUP
Set point -5.0% SYNCHRONICE SETUP BINARY INPUT SETUP GENERAL SETUP
SP DEL OA OB ENA FC SYNC REG BIN AIN OUT GEN MAINS COMM PM
Setup example
The following example illustrates how a specific setting is changed in the setup menu. In this
case Reverse power is the selected parameter.
BACK SEL
BACK SEL
ENTER DECREASE NO
No
Increases setting
G 439 440 440V
1001 G -P> 1
-50.0 -5. 0 0.0% Decreases setting
RESET SAVE
Mode overview
The unit has four different running modes and one block mode. For detailed information see
page 11.
Auto
In auto mode the unit will operate automatically, and the operator cannot initiate any sequences
manually.
Semi-auto
In semi-auto mode the operator has to initiate all sequences. This can be done via the push-
button functions, modbus commands or digital inputs. When started in semi-automatic mode,
the gen-set will run at nominal values.
Test
The test sequence will start when the test mode is selected.
Manual
When manual mode is selected, the binary increase/decrease inputs can be used (if they have
been configured) as well as the start and stop push-buttons. When starting in manual mode, the
gen-set will start without any subsequent regulation.
Block
When the block mode is selected, the unit is not able to initiate any sequences, e.g. the start
sequence.
Block mode must be selected, when maintenance work is carried out on the gen-
set.
Mode selection
The following drawings illustrate how the mode selection is carried out.
Pushing the MODE push-button will change the displayed text. After pushing ‘MODE’, the fourth
display line indicates the selectable modes. In the third display line, the underscored (fourth line)
selection will be displayed.
If ‘BACK’ is pushed, the display returns to the original text without changing the mode.
or
G 0 0 0V 1. push G 0 0 0V 2. push
f-L1 0.00Hz f-L1 0.00Hz
PROTECTION SETUP ‘MODE’ SEMI-AUTO MODE ‘BACK’
PROT CTRL I/O SYST Æ SEMI TST AUT MAN BLK Æ
If ‘SEL’ is pushed, the underlined mode is selected, and the display returns to the original text. In
this example the SEMI-AUTO mode is selected.
or
G 0 0 0V 3. push G 0 0 0V 4. push
f-L1 0.00Hz f-L1 0.00Hz
PROTECTION SETUP ‘MODE’ SEMI-AUTO MODE ‘SEL’
PROT CTRL I/O SYST Æ SEMI TST AUT MAN BLK Æ
Password
The unit includes three password levels. All levels can be adjusted in the PC software.
A parameter cannot be entered with a too low ranking password. But the settings can be
displayed without password entry.
Each parameter can be protected at a specific password level. To do so, the PC utility software
must be used. Enter the parameter to be configured and select the correct password level.
The password level can also be changed from the parameter view in the column Level.
Parameter access
To gain access to adjust the parameters, the password level must be entered:
If the password level is not entered, it is not possible to enter the parameters.
The factory passwords must be changed, if the operator of the gen-set is not
allowed to change the parameters.
It is not possible to change the password at a higher level than the password
entered.
6. Additional functions
Start functions
The unit will start the gen-set when the start command is given. The start sequence is
deactivated when the remove starter event occurs or when the running feedback is present.
The reason for having two possibilities to deactivate the start relay is to be able to delay the
alarms with run status.
If it is not possible to activate the run status alarms at low revolutions, the remove starter
function must be used.
An example of a critical alarm is the oil pressure alarm. Normally, it is configured according to
the shutdown fail class. But if the starter motor has to disengage at 400 RPM, and the oil
pressure does not reach a level above the shutdown set point before 600 RPM, then, obviously,
the gen-set would shut down, if the specific alarm was activated at the preset 400 RPM. In that
case, the running feedback must be activated at a higher number of revolutions than 600 RPM.
RPM
RPM
1000
600
400
t
Remove starter
Oil pressure
Running
Digital feedbacks
If an external running relay is installed, then the digital control inputs for running detection or
remove starter can be used.
Running feedback
When the digital running feedback is active, the start relay is deactivated and the starter motor
will be disengaged.
RPM
RPMNOM
RPM
Run. feedback
t
Firing speed
The diagram illustrates how the digital running feedback (terminal 117) is activated, when the
engine has reached its firing speed.
Remove starter
When the digital remove starter input is present, the start relay is deactivated and the starter
motor will be disengaged.
RPM
RPMNOM
RPM
Run. feedback
Remove starter
t
Firing speed Running
The diagram illustrates how the remove starter input is activated, when the engine has reached
its firing speed. At the running speed the digital running feedback is activated.
The remove starter input must be configured from a number of available digital
inputs.
The running feedback is detected by either the digital input (see diagram
above), frequency measurement above 32Hz, RPM measured by magnetic pick-
up or EIC (option H5/H7).
Running feedback
The diagram below shows how the running feedback is detected at the firing speed level. The
factory setting is 1000 RPM (6170 Running detect.).
RPM
RPMNOM
RPM
Run. feedback,
menu 4301
t
Firing speed
Notice that the factory setting of 1000 RPM is higher than the RPM level of
starter motors of typical design. Adjust this value to a lower value to avoid
damage of the starter motor.
RPM
RPMNOM
RPM
Run. feedback,
menu 4301
Remove starter,
menu 6161
t
Firing speed Running
The number of teeth on the flywheel must be adjusted in menu 6170 when the
MPU input is used
Oil pressure
The multi-inputs on terminals 102, 105 and 108 can be used for the detection of running
feedback. The terminal in question must be configured as a VDO input for oil pressure
measurement.
When the oil pressure increases above the adjusted value (6175 Pressure level) then the
running feedback is detected and the start sequence is ended.
Running feedback
RPMNOM
RPM
Run detection
Oil pressure,
menu 6175
t
Firing speed
RPMNOM
RPM
Run detection
Oil pressure,
menu 6175
Remove starter,
menu 6161
t
Firing speed Running
The remove starter function can use the MPU or a digital input.
Breaker types
There are three possible selections for the setting of breaker type for both mains breaker and
generator breaker.
Continuous
This type of signal is most often used combined with a contactor. When using this type of signal,
the AGC will only use the close breaker relays. The relay will be closed for closing of the
contactor and will be opened for opening of the contactor. The open relay can be used for other
purposes.
Pulse
This type of signal is most often used combined with circuit breaker. With the setting pulse the
AGC will use the close command and the open command relay. The close breaker relay will
close for a short time for closing of the circuit breaker. The open breaker relay will close for a
short time for opening of the breaker.
Compact
This type of signal will most often be used combined with a compact breaker, a direct controlled
motor driven breaker. With the setting compact the AGC will use the close command and the
open command relay. The close breaker relay will close for a short time for the compact breaker
to close. The breaker off relay will close for the compact breaker to open and hold it closed long
enough for the motor in the breaker to recharge the breaker. If the compact breaker is tripped
externally, it is recharged automatically before next closing.
The following describes a situation where you risk getting a close failure:
1. The gen-set is in auto mode, the auto start/stop input is active, the gen-set is running,
and the GB is closed.
2. The auto start/stop input is deactivated, the stop sequence is executed and the GB is
opened.
3. If the auto start/stop input is activated again before the stop sequence is finished, the
GB will give a GB close failure as the GB needs time to load the spring before it is ready
to close.
Different breaker types are used and therefore there are two available solutions:
1. Timer controlled
A load time set point for the GB/TB and MB control for breakers with no feedback indicating that
the spring is loaded. After the breaker has been opened it will not be allowed to close again
before the delay has expired. The set points are found in menus 6230, 7080 and 8190.
On the AGC mains unit (option G5) the spring load feedback from the tie breaker
can be connected instead of the GB spring load feedback.
2. Digital input
Two configurable inputs to be used for feedbacks from the breakers: One for GB/TB spring
loaded and one for MB spring loaded. After the breaker has been opened it will not be allowed to
close again before the configured inputs are active. The inputs are configured in the ML-2 utility
software. When the timers are counting, the remaining time is shown in the display.
If the two solutions are used together, both requirements are to be met before closing of the
breaker is allowed.
If the breaker needs time to reload the spring after it has opened, then the AGC can take this
delay into account. This can be controlled through timers in the AGC or through digital
feedbacks from the breaker, depending on the breaker type.
Principle
The diagram shows an example where a single AGC in island mode is controlled by the AUTO
start/stop input.
This is what happens: When the AUTO start/stop input deactivates, the GB opens. The AUTO
start/stop is reactivated immediately after the GB has opened, e.g. by the operator through a
switch in the switchboard. However, the AGC waits a while before it issues the close signal
again, because the spring load time must expire (or the digital input must be activated - not
shown in this example). Then the AGC issues the close signal.
Alarm inhibit
In order to select when the alarms are to be active, a configurable inhibit setting for every alarm
has been made. The inhibit functionality is only available via the PC utility software. For every
alarm there is a drop-down window where it is possible to select which signals that have to be
present in order to inhibit the alarm.
Function Description
Inhibit 1
Inhibit 2 M-logic outputs: Conditions are programmed in M-logic
Inhibit 3
GB ON (TB ON) The generator breaker is closed
GB OFF (TB ON) The generator breaker is open
Run status Running detected and the timer in menu 6160 expired
Not run status Running not detected or the timer in menu 6160 not expired
Generator Generator voltage is above 30% of nominal
voltage > 30%
Generator Generator voltage is below 30% of nominal
voltage < 30%
MB ON The mains breaker is closed
MB OFF The mains breaker is open
Parallel Both GB and MB are closed
Not parallel Either GB or MB is closed, but not both
Inhibit of the alarm is active as long as one of the selected inhibit functions is active.
In this example, inhibit is set to Not run status and GB ON. Here, the alarm will be active when
the generator has started. When the generator has been synchronised to the busbar, the alarm
will be disabled again.
The inhibit LED on the unit and on the display will activate when one of the
inhibit functions is active.
Function inputs such as running feedback, remote start or access lock are never
inhibited. Only alarm inputs can be inhibited.
The tie breaker unit has no running detection that can be configured, so the only
inhibit functions are the binary input and the TB position.
The diagram below illustrates that after activation of the running feedback, a run status delay will
expire. When the delay expires, alarms with Run status will be activated.
tRUN
Run. feedback
Alarms active
Access lock
The purpose of access lock is to deny the operator the possibility to configure the unit
parameters and change the running modes.
The input to be used for the access lock function is defined in the ML-2 PC utility software
(USW).
Access lock will typically be activated from a key switch installed behind the door of the
switchboard cabinet.
After three minutes the display returns to the view menu system. The setup
menu system can only be entered again, if the access lock is deactivated.
The stop push-button is not active in semi-auto mode when the access lock is
activated. For safety reasons it is recommended to install an emergency stop
switch.
The following digital input functions are affected when access lock is activated:
Overlap
The purpose of the overlap function is to be able to define a maximum paralleling time between
the generator and the mains supply.
The function is typically used, if there are local requirements to maximum allowed paralleling
time.
The overlap function is only available in the automatic mains failure and load
take over gen-set modes.
MB
t t
GB
The diagram shows that when the generator breaker is synchronised, the mains breaker will be
opened automatically after a time delay (t). Later the mains breaker is synchronised, and the
generator breaker is opened after the time delay (t).
The time delay is measured in seconds and can be adjusted from 0.10 to 99.90 seconds.
The same time delay is used for both generator and mains breaker synchro-
nisation.
If the function is used in a Power Management (option G5) application, then the
overlap will occur between the mains breaker and the tie breaker on the AGC
mains.
The time delay typed in the set point is a maximum time. This means that if 0.10
seconds are used, the two breakers will never be closed at the same time for a
longer delay than the set point.
The flowchart below shows that if the input is configured, it needs to be deactivated in order to
initiate the mains return sequence. The load will continue on generator supply, if the input is still
activated.
The mains OK delay is not used at all when the ‘Mains OK’ input is configured.
Mains OK
No Yes
MB input
configured
Mains OK MB control
delay input
No Yes
expired ON
Yes No
MB and GB
operations
Sequence
Command timers
The purpose of the time dependent start/stop function is to be able to start and stop the gen-set
automatically at specific times each weekday or certain weekdays. If auto mode is activated, this
function is available in island operation, load take over, mains power export and fixed power
operation. Up to 8 command timers can be used for either start or stop. The settings are set up
through the PC utility software. Each command can be set for the following time periods:
The digital input ‘Auto start/stop’ cannot be used, when this function is
enabled.
The time dependent start and stop commands are pulses that are not sent until
the moment the adjusted time is reached.
It is necessary to use the PC utility software when setting up the time dependent
start/stop function.
Running output
6160 Run status can be adjusted to give a digital output when the gen-set is running.
Select the correct relay number in output A and output B and enable the function. Change the
relay function to limit in the I/O menu. Then the relay will activate, but no alarm will appear.
If the relay function is not changed to ‘limit’ function, an alarm will appear at
every running situation.
Derate gen-set
The purpose of the derate function is to be able to reduce the maximum output power of the
gen-set, if specific conditions require this. An example of such a condition is the ambient
temperature. If the ambient temperature increases to a level where the cooling water coolers
decrease in cooling capacity, it will be necessary to reduce the power of the gen-set.
If the gen-set is not derated, alarms and shutdown events will very likely occur.
The derate function is typically used when cooling problems are expected.
Input selection
The derate function can be configured to one of the following inputs:
Input Comment
Multi-input 102 0-40V DC
Multi-input 105 4-20mA
Multi-input 108 PT100/1000
VDO
Digital
EIC
M-logic
Refer to the type label for information about engine interface selection.
Derate parameters
The parameters that define the derate characteristics are the following:
This is the setting where the derating must start. The setting can be in mA (max. 20mA) or
in centigrades ºC (max 200ºC).
Adjust the derating speed. The adjustment is in percent per unit, i.e. if the 4-20mA input is
used, then the derating will be in %/mA, and if the PT100/PT1000/VDO input is used, then
the derating will be in %/C.
Be aware that the 4-20mA input can be configured with different minimum
and maximum settings. In this case the settings ‘start derate point’ and
‘slope’ use these new settings.
PNOM
PLIMIT
mA
0 10 16 20
Start
derate
Derate characteristic
It can be selected whether the characteristic of the derating should be proportional or inverse
proportional. The drawing above shows the inverse characteristic.
PNOM
PLIMIT
mA
0 10 16 20
Start
increase
The gen-set is derated when the control value is lower than the set point (in the example above
the control value is an mA signal).
Idle running
The purpose of the idle run function is to change the start and stop sequences to allow the gen-
set to operate under low temperature conditions.
It is possible to use the idle run function with or without timers. Two timers are available. One
timer is used in the start sequence, and one timer is used in the stop sequence.
The main purpose of the function is to prevent the gen-set from stopping. The timers are
available to make the function flexible.
The speed governor must be prepared for the idle run function, if this function is
to be used.
The function is typically used in installations where the gen-set is exposed to low temperatures
which could generate starting problems or damage the gen-set.
Description
The function is enabled and configured in 6290 Idle running. It has to be noted that the governor
itself must handle the idle speed based on a digital signal from the unit (see the principle
diagram below).
When the function is enabled, two digital inputs are used for control purposes:
One extra relay output must be available on the unit. Notice that this is option
dependent.
Turbo chargers not originally prepared for operating in the low speed area can
be damaged, if the gen-set is running in ‘idle run’ for too long.
Start/stop High/low
gen-set speed
selection
Low speed
input
Relay Idle run input
Temperature AGC GOVERNOR
control input
Actuator
Examples
The start and stop sequences are changed in order to let the gen-set stay at the idle level before
speeding up. It also decreases the speed to the idle level for a specified delay time before
stopping.
RPM
1500
tSTART tSTOP
300
Start Stop
If the gen-set is to be prevented from stopping, then the digital input ‘temp control’ must be left
ON at all times. In that case the characteristic looks like this:
RPM
1500
300
Start Stop
The oil pressure alarm (VDO oil) will be enabled during idle run if set to ‘ON’.
Inhibit
The alarms that are deactivated by the inhibit function are inhibited in the usual manner, except
for the oil pressure alarms; VDO oil 102, 105 and 108 which are active during ‘idle run’ as well.
Running signal
The running feedback must be activated when the gen-set is running in idle mode.
Start
Start
Yes Auto No No
temp control
start/stop No starting
ON
ON
Yes
No
low speed ON
Yes
Genset running
at idle speed
No idle timer No
idle timer ON
expired
Yes
Yes
genset running
at fNOM
END
Stop
start
tem p control No
OFF
Yes
Yes
gen-set stop
sequence
No
Low speed ON
Yes
genset running
at idle speed
No
idle tim er ON
Yes
No
genset stop
sequence
end
Engine heater
This function is used to control the temperature of the engine. A sensor measuring the cooling
water temperature is used to activate an external heating system to keep the engine at a
minimum temperature.
Set point: This set point +/- the hysteresis is the start and stop points for the engine heater.
Hysteresis: This decides how big a deviation from the set point is needed to activate/deactivate
the engine heater.
Principle diagram:
43°C
37°C
Engine heater
relay
Start attempt
DG running
The engine heater function is only active when the engine is stopped.
Master clock
The purpose of the master clock is to control the frequency of the gen-set in order to obtain the
correct number of periods.
In a 50Hz system one period lasts 20 ms. If this changes, e.g. due to the dead band setting of
the frequency controller, a difference will exist between the actual number of periods and the
theoretical number of periods.
Equipment that works based on the zero crossings will be affected by the surplus or missing
zero crossings. The most common example of such equipment is alarm clocks.
The unit’s internal clock is a timekeeper which is included in the battery backed memory circuit.
The timekeeper function works based on an oscillating crystal instead of zero crossings of the
AC measurements. Due to the accuracy of the timekeeper, it is recommended to synchronise
the clock on a regular basis, e.g. once every month.
If the power management option is selected (option G5), then the adjustment is
made in the command unit.
The compensation frequency must be adjusted to a value higher than the dead
band setting.
Compensation time
The time for the compensation can easily be calculated at a given adjustment of 6403 and 6404
(example):
• 6403 = 30 seconds
• 6404 = +/- 0.1Hz
Battery test
This function gives the possibility to test the condition of the battery. The battery test can be
initiated with a digital input and is available when the gen-set is in semi-auto and auto mode.
If a mains failure occurs during the battery test sequence, the test will automatically be
interrupted, and the automatic mains failure start up sequence will be activated.
During the test the battery voltage will decrease, and an alarm will occur if it drops to the set
point.
UBATTERY
Alarm
Cancel test
t
Test 1 Test 2
The drawing shows that test #1 is carried out without a large voltage drop of the battery voltage,
whereas test #2 reaches the alarm set point.
As there is no reason to wear the battery down even more, the test stops when the battery test
alarm occurs.
The test is typically used at periodical intervals, e.g. once every week. The engine must be at a
standstill when the test is started. Otherwise, the test command will be ignored.
The drawing below shows that when the test is started, the start relay activates making the
engine turn.
Start relay
Stop coil
or
Run coil
Start test
Input configuration
If this function is to be used, it is necessary to configure a digital input that initiates the function.
This is done in the dialog box below.
If AUTO mode is selected, the mains failure sequence will be initiated, if a mains
failure occurs during the battery test.
Auto configuration
If the automatic battery test is used, the function has to be enabled in menu 6420. When the
function is enabled, the battery test will be carried out with a specified interval, e.g. once a week.
Completed battery tests will be logged in a separate battery test log.
The factory setting in menu 6424 is 52 weeks. This means that the automatic
battery test will be executed once a year.
It is expected that the multi-inputs used for the battery test are configured to ‘0-
40V DC’.
The following 7 battery applications are supported. The shown applications are merely examples
– the choice of multi-input (MI) or power supply input is configurable in menu 6410.
Application 1: Application 2:
AGC AGC
AUX AUX
MI 2
MI 1 MI 1
A E B A E F B
- + - + - + - +
Start/Manoeuvre
- + - +
battery
Start/Manoeuvre
Application 3: battery
AGC
AUX Application 4:
AGC
MI 1 MI 3
AUX
A E B C D
MI 1
- + - + - + - +
A E B
Manoeuvre battery Start battery
- + - +
Application 5:
Manoeuvre battery
AGC
AUX
MI 2
MI 1
A E F B
- + - +
- + - +
Manoeuvre battery
Application 6:
Application 7
AGC
AGC
MI 3
AUX
MI 2
MI 2 AUX MI 1
MI 1 MI 3
A B C E F D
A E F B C D
- + - + - + - +
- + - + - + - +
- + - + - + - +
- + - + - + - +
Manoeuvre battery Start battery
Manoeuvre battery Start battery
AGC
AUX
MI 1
A E B
- + - +
Start/Manoeuvre
battery
The power supply measurement is used as the reference RF1 (point A and B) in menu 6432 and
multi-input 1 is used as the type T1 (point A and E) in menu 6431. By making these
measurements it is possible to calculate the voltage between E and B. This gives a full picture of
battery voltages, e.g.:
It is expected that the multi-inputs used for the battery asymmetry are
configured to ‘0-40V DC’.
The set point in menus 6440 and 6450 is only set in positive values, however, it
will also trigger if the battery asymmetry calculation results in a negative value.
Ventilation
This function can be used to control the cooling of the engine. The purpose is to use a multi
input for measuring the cooling water temperature and that way activate an external ventilation
system to keep the engine below a maximum temperature. The functionality is shown in the
below diagram.
Set point: The limit for activation of the relay set in OA.
Output A (OA): The relay activated when the set point is exceeded.
Hysteresis: The number of degrees the temperature has to be below the set point in order
to deactivate the relay set in OA.
The type of input to use for the temperature measurement is selected in menu
6323 Engine heater.
95°C
85°C
Relay
Summer/winter time
This function is used to make the AGC unit automatically adjust the clock in the unit according to
summer and winter time. The function is enabled in menu 6490.
Switchboard error
The switchboard error function is handled in two different menus: 6500 ‘Block swbd error’ and
6510 ‘Stop Swbd error’. The functions are activated by using 1 configurable input (switchboard
error) which is configured with the PC utility software
The functionality of the “switchboard error” input is active as soon as the input is
configured. The “enable” in menus 6500 and 6510 only refers to the alarm
function.
Delay: When the input is active the alarm will be activated when this delay has expired.
Parallel: OFF: Only AMF start sequence is blocked when the input is active.
ON: All start sequences, regardless of running mode, are blocked when the input
is active.
Delay: When the input is active and the delay has expired the gen-set will trip the breaker,
cool down and stop. The function is active regardless of the ‘Enable’ setting.
Not in Auto
This function can be used for indication or to raise an alarm in case the system is not in Auto.
The function is set up in menu 6540.
Delay: If the fuel level has not increased by 2% within this delay a Fuel fill alarm will be
raised.
Output A (OA): The relay to be used for control of the fuel pump. The selected relay activates
below the start limit and deactivates above the stop level.
The output relay should be configured as a limit relay, otherwise, an alarm will
be raised whenever the output is activated.
The below drawing shows how the fuel pump is activated when the level reaches 20% and
stopped again when the level has reached 80%.
Fuel level
Fuel service tank level
80 %
20 %
Time
When the fuel pump is running, the fuel level must increase by 2% within the fuel fill check timer
set in menu 6553. If the fuel level does not increase 2% within the adjusted delay time, then the
fuel pump relay deactivates and a Fuel fill alarm occurs.
∆ level, 2%
∆ level, 2%
tFill check
Fail class
All activated alarms must be configured with a fail class. The fail classes define the category of
the alarms and the subsequent alarm action.
Seven different fail classes can be used. The tables below illustrate the action of each fail class
when the engine is running or stopped.
Engine running
The table illustrates the action of the fail classes. If, for instance, an alarm has been configured
with the ‘shutdown’ fail class, the following actions occur.
The fail class ‘Safety stop’ will only deload the gen-set before opening the
breaker, if option G4 or G5 (power management) is used.
Engine stopped
Action Block engine start Block MB sequence Block GB sequence
Fail class
1 Block X
2 Warning
3 Trip of GB X X
4 Trip and stop X X
5 Shutdown X X
6 Trip of MB X
7 Safety stop X
To change the fail class via the PC software, the alarm function to be configured must be
selected. Select the desired fail class in the fail class roll-down panel.
Service timers
The unit is able to monitor the maintenance intervals. 2 service timers are available to cover
different intervals. The service timers are set up in menu 6110 and 6120.
The function is based on running hours. When the adjusted time expires, the unit will display an
alarm.
Day: The number of days to activate the alarm – if the running hours are not reached
before this number of days, the alarm will be raised.
Reset: Enabling this will reset the service timer to zero, this has to be done when the
alarm is activated.
Principle
The illustration below shows that when the wire of the input breaks, the measured value will drop
to zero. Then the alarm will occur.
Input signal
(mA, °C, b, %)
Wire failure
Upper failure
limit
Lower failure
limit
Wire failure
t
Wire break
Digital inputs
The unit has a number of binary inputs some of which are configurable and some are not.
Functional description
1. Shutdown override
This input deactivates all protections except the overspeed protection and the emergency stop
input. The number of start attempts is 7 by default, but it can be configured in 6180 Start. Also a
special cool down timer is used in the stop sequence after an activation of this input.
2. Access lock
Activating the access lock input deactivates the control display push-buttons. It will only be
possible to view measurements, alarms and the log.
3. Running feedback
The input is used as a running indication of the engine. When the input is activated, the start
relay is deactivated.
4. Remote start
This input initiates the start sequence of the gen-set when semi-auto or manual mode is
selected.
5. Remote stop
This input initiates the stop sequence of the gen-set when semi-auto or manual mode is
selected. The gen-set will stop without cooling-down.
6. Semi-auto
Changes the present running mode to semi-auto.
7. Test
Changes the present running mode to test.
8. Auto
Changes the present running mode to auto.
9. Manual
Changes the present running mode to manual.
10. Block
Changes the present running mode to block.
11. Remote GB ON
The generator breaker ON sequence will be initiated and the breaker will synchronise, if the
mains breaker is closed, or close without synchronising if the mains breaker is opened.
13. Remote MB ON
The mains breaker ON sequence will be initiated and the breaker will synchronise, if the
generator breaker is closed, or close without synchronising if the generator breaker is opened.
All analogue controller outputs are reset. That is the governor output and the
AVR output, if option D1 is selected.
If an offset has been adjusted in the control setup, then the reset position will be
the specific adjustment.
The manual governor and AVR increase and decrease inputs can only be used
in manual mode.
31. Mains OK
Disables the ‘mains OK delay’ timer. The synchronisation of the mains breaker will happen when
the input is activated.
st
49. 1 priority mains
This input is used in G5 applications with 2 mains connections to select which mains connection
st
has 1 priority.
The input functions are set up with the PC utility software, please refer to ‘Help’ in
this.
Multi-inputs
The AGC unit has three multi-inputs which can be configured to be used as the following input
types:
1. 4-20mA
2. 0-40V DC
3. PT100
4. PT1000
5. VDO oil
6. VDO water
7. VDO fuel
8. Digital
The function of the multi-inputs can only be configured in the PC utility software.
For each input 2 alarm levels are available, the menu numbers of the alarm settings for each
multi-input is controlled by the configured input type as seen in the following table.
4-20mA
If one the multi-inputs have been configured as 4-20mA, the unit and range of the measured
value corresponding to 4-20mA can be changed in the PC utility software in order to get the
correct reading in the display.
0-40V DC
The 0-40V DC input has primarily been designed to handle the battery asymmetry test.
PT100/1000
This input type can be used for heat sensor, e.g. cooling water temp. The unit of the measured
value can be changed from Celsius to Fahrenheit in the PC utility software in order to get the
desired reading in the display.
VDO inputs
The unit can contain up to three VDO inputs. The inputs have different functions, as the
hardware design allows for several VDO types.
These various types of VDO inputs are available for all multi-inputs:
For each type of VDO input it is possible to select between different characteristics including a
configurable.
VDO oil
This VDO input is used for measuring the lubricating oil pressure.
The configurable type is configurable with 8 points in the range 0-480Ω. The
resistance as well as the pressure can be adjusted.
If the VDO input is used as a level switch, then be aware that no voltage must be
connected to the input. If any voltage is applied to the VDO inputs, then it will be
damaged. Refer to the Application Notes for further wiring information.
VDO water
This VDO input is used for measuring the cooling water temperature.
VDO sensor
type
Temperature Type 1 Type 2 Type 3 Type 4
°C °F Ω Ω Ω Ω
40 104 291.5 480.7 69.3
50 122 197.3 323.6
60 140 134.0 222.5 36.0
70 158 97.1 157.1
80 176 70.1 113.2 19.8
90 194 51.2 83.2
100 212 38.5 62.4 11.7
110 230 29.1 47.6
120 248 22.4 36.8 7.4
130 266 28.9
140 284 22.8
150 302 18.2
The configurable type is configurable with 8 points in the range 0-480Ω. The
temperature as well as the resistance can be adjusted.
If the VDO input is used as a level switch, then be aware that no voltage must be
connected to the input. If any voltage is applied to the VDO inputs, then it will be
damaged. Refer to the Application Notes for further wiring information.
VDO fuel
This VDO input is used for the fuel level sensor.
If the VDO input is used as a level switch, then be aware that no voltage must be
connected to the input. If any voltage is applied to the VDO inputs, then it will be
damaged. Refer to the Application Notes for further wiring information.
VDO sensor
type
Value Type
configurable
% Resistance
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
The configurable type is configurable with 8 points in the range 0-480Ω. The
value as well as the resistance can be adjusted.
Resistance
(Ω)
Set point 8
Set point 7
Set point 6
Set point 5
Set point 4
Set point 3
Set point 2 Value
Set point 1 (bar, °C or %)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Set points
Configuration
The 8 curve settings for the configurable VDO inputs cannot be changed in the display, but only
in the PC utility software. The alarm settings can be changed both in the display and in the PC
utility software. In the PC utility software the configurable inputs are adjusted in this dialog box:
Adjust the resistance of the VDO sensor at the specific measuring value. In the example above
the adjustment is 10Ω at 0.0 bar.
Digital
If the multi-inputs are configured to ‘Digital’, they become available as a configurable input.
G 0 0 0V
P-Q Setp 100% 100%
P-Q Reg. 50% 60%
GOV AVR
Manual mode
In manual mode the regulation is deactivated. When activating the up or down arrows, the
output value to GOV or AVR is changed, this is the Reg. value in the display. The up and down
arrows have the same function as the digital inputs or AOP buttons for governor and AVR
control when the window is open. To exit the regulation window press ‘back’.
Semi-auto mode
As in manual mode, the up and down arrows have the same function as the digital inputs or
AOP buttons for governor or AVR control when the window is open.
The value setp can be changed by pressing the arrow up or down. When GOV is underlined, the
governor set point will be changed, and vice versa when the AVR is underlined. When changing
the setp value, an offset will be added to or subtracted from the nominal value. The reg. value is
the output value from the regulator. If the gen-set is running in parallel, the active or reactive
nominal power set point value will be changed. If it is a stand-alone gen-set not parallel to the
mains the nominal frequency or voltage set point will be changed and also displayed. When the
‘back’ button is activated, the regulation set point returns to nominal.
If the digital inputs or AOP buttons are activated in semi-auto, the regulation
window is automatically opened.
Regarding AOP setup, please see refer to ‘Help’ in the PC utility software.
The relay output function cannot be changed. This will always be a NO relay and
will close when the alarm occurs, alarm = CC (closed contact).
+ V DC
Alarm
input AGC
Di g in
Relay out
Com
Language selection
The unit has the possibility to display different languages. It is delivered with one master
language which is English. This is the default language, and it cannot be changed. In addition to
the master language 11 different languages can be configured. This is done via the PC utility
software.
The languages are selected in the system setup menu 6080. The language can be changed
when connected to the PC utility software. It is not possible to make language configuration from
the display, but the already configured languages can be selected.
Standard texts
Status text Condition Comment
BLOCK Block mode is activated
SIMPLE TEST
LOAD TEST Test mode is activated
FULL TEST
SIMPLE TEST ###.#min
Test mode activated and test
LOAD TEST ###.#min
timer counting down
FULL TEST ###.#min
ISLAND MAN Gen-set stopped or running and
ISLAND SEMI no other action taking place
READY ISLAND AUTO Gen-set stopped in Auto
ISLAND ACTIVE Gen-set running in Auto
AMF MAN Gen-set stopped or running and
AMF SEMI no other action taking place
READY AMF AUTO Gen-set stopped in Auto
AMF ACTIVE Gen-set running in Auto
FIXED POWER MAN Gen-set stopped or running and
FIXED POWER SEMI no other action taking place
READY FIXED P AUTO Gen-set stopped in Auto
FIXED POWER ACTIVE Gen-set running in Auto
PEAK SHAVING MAN Gen-set stopped or running and
PEAK SHAVING SEMI no other action taking place
READY PEAK SHAV AUTO Gen-set stopped in Auto
PEAK SHAVING ACTIVE Gen-set running in Auto
LOAD TAKE OVER MAN Gen-set stopped or running and
LOAD TAKE OVER SEMI no other action taking place
READY LTO AUTO Gen-set stopped in Auto
LTO ACTIVE Gen-set running in Auto
MAINS P EXPORT MAN Gen-set stopped or running and
MAINS P EXPORT SEMI no other action taking place
READY MPE AUTO Gen-set stopped in Auto
MPE ACTIVE Gen-set running in Mains power
export mode
DG BLOCKED FOR START Generator stopped and active
alarm(s) on the generator
GB ON BLOCKED Generator running, GB open and
an active ‘Trip GB’ alarm.
SHUTDOWN OVERRIDE The configurable input is active.
ACCESS LOCK The configurable input is
activated, and the operator tries
to activate one of the blocked
keys.
GB TRIP EXTERNALLY Some external equipment has An external trip is logged in
tripped the breaker. the event log.
MB TRIP EXTERNALLY Some external equipment has An external trip is logged in
tripped the breaker. the event log.
POWER DERATE The ‘Power derate’ function is
activated and the nominal power
set point has been decreased.
IDLE RUN The ‘Idle run’ function is active.
The gen-set will not stop until a
timer has expired.
IDLE RUN ###.#min The timer in the ‘Idle run’
function is active.
Service menu
The purpose of the service menu is to give information about the present operating condition of
the gen-set. The service menu is entered using the ‘JUMP’ push-button (9120 Service menu).
Use the service menu for easy trouble shooting in connection with the event log.
Entry window
The entry shows the possible selections in the service menu.
Available selections:
Alarm
Shows the alarm timer and the remaining time. The indicated remaining time is minimum
remaining time. The timer will count downwards when the set point has been exceeded.
IN (digital input)
Shows the status of the digital inputs.
MISC (miscellaneous)
Shows miscellaneous messages.
Event log
The logging of data is divided in 3 different groups:
The logs can be viewed in the display or in the PC utility software. When the individual logs are
full, each new event will overwrite the oldest event following the ‘first in – first out’ principle.
Display
In the display it looks like this when the ‘LOG’ push-button is pressed:
The specific alarm or event is shown in the second line. In the example above the fuel level
alarm has occurred. The third line shows the time stamp.
If the cursor is moved to ‘INFO’, the actual value can be read when pressing ‘SEL’:
The first event in the list will be displayed, if the cursor is placed below ‘FIRST’ and ‘SEL’ is
pressed.
The last event in the list will be displayed, if the cursor is placed below ‘LAST’ and ‘SEL’ is
pressed.
The keyUP and keyDOWN push-buttons are used for navigating in the list.
Counters
Counters for various values are included, and some of these can be adjusted if necessary, for
instance if the unit is installed on an existing gen-set or a new circuit breaker has been installed.
The table shows the adjustable values and their function in menu 6100:
kWh/kVArh counters
The AGC has two transistor outputs, each representing a value for the power production. The
outputs are pulse outputs, and the pulse length for each of the activations is 1 second.
Term. Output
number
20 kWh
21 kVArh
22 Common terminal
The number of pulses depends on the actual adjusted setting of the nominal power:
The kWh measurement is shown in the display as well, but the kVArh
measurement is only available through the transistor output.
M-logic
M-logic functionality is included in the unit and is not an option dependent function, however
selecting additional options, such as option M12 which offers additional digital inputs and
outputs, can increase the functionality.
M-logic is used to execute different commands at predefined conditions. M-logic is not a PLC
but substitutes one, if only very simple commands are needed.
M-logic is a simple tool based on logic events. One or more input conditions are defined, and at
the activation of those inputs the defined output will occur. A great variety of inputs can be
selected, such as digital inputs, alarm conditions and running conditions. A variety of the outputs
can also be selected, such as relay outputs, change of gen-set modes and change of running
modes.
The M-logic is part of the PC utility software, and as such it can only be
configured in the PC utility software and not via the display.
The main purpose of M-logic is to give the operator/designer more flexible possibilities of
operating the generator control system.
Please refer to the ‘Help’ function in the PC utility software for a full description
of this configuration tool.
GSM communication
The GSM modem communication is used to send a GSM message to up to 5 cellular
telephones when an alarm appears on the display.
This section will include wiring diagrams for a unit connected to a GSM modem. The wiring is
made with a Siemens MC35 terminal (this is a GSM modem using the 900/1800 GSM net).
External
antenna
GSM
AGC Modem
Serial connection
The serial connection to the GSM modem is done via the null-modem cable (option J3).
Other wirings
The GSM modem receives power directly from the unit (two additional control lines are also
connected directly to the unit).
Modem AGC
+ 12/24 BLACK AGC terminal 1
Free BRAUN
Free BLUE
Rs 232 AGC
For calling a foreign number type ‘+ country code’ instead of ‘00’, for example
dial +45 99999999 for a Danish number.
The phone number can only be dialed using the PC utility software.
The SIM card used in the cellular telephone must support data transfer.
USW communication
It is possible to communicate with the unit via the PC utility software. The purpose is to be able
to remote monitor and control the gen-set application.
Serial connection
The serial connection to the GSM modem is via the null-modem cable (option J3).
Because of the RS232 communication the GSM function is only available with
option H11.
Setup
The modbus protocol type can be changed from RTU to ASCII (9020 Service port). This menu
can only be reached using the JUMP push-button. When set to 1, the ASCII protocol type is
used, and the unit will allow for the slower modem communication.
If setting 9020 is set to 1, the PC utility software cannot communicate with the
unit when it is connected directly to the PC and a modem is not used.
Application settings
Please refer to the PC utility software help file.
Safety
If communication fails, the unit will operate according to the received data. If e.g. only half of the
parameter file has been downloaded when the communication is interrupted, the unit will use
this actual data.
Nominal settings
The nominal settings can be changed to match different voltages and frequencies. The AGC has
four sets of nominal values, and they are adjusted in menus 6000 to 6030 (Nominal settings 1 to
4).
The possibility to switch between the four sets of nominal set points is typically
used on rental gen-sets, where switching between 50 and 60Hz is required.
Activation
The switching between the nominal set points can be done in three ways; digital input, AOP or
menu 6006.
Digital input
M-logic is used when a digital input is needed for switching between the four sets of nominal
settings. Select the required input among the input events, and select the nominal settings in the
outputs.
Example:
AOP
M-logic is used when the AOP is used for switching between the four sets of nominal settings.
Select the required AOP push-button among the input events, and select the nominal settings in
the outputs.
Example:
Menu settings
In menu 6006 the switching is made between settings 1 to 4 by simply choosing the desired
nominal setting.
7. PID controller
The unit controller is a PID controller. It consists of a proportional regulator, an integral regulator
and a differential regulator. The PID controller is able to eliminate the regulation deviation and
can easily be tuned in.
Controllers
There are three controllers for the governor control and, if option D1 is selected, also three
controllers for the AVR control.
The table below indicates when each of the controllers is active. This means that the controllers
can be tuned in when the shown running situations are present.
X X G
GB MB
X X G
GB MB
X X G
GB
X X GB
Principle drawing
The drawing below shows the basic principle of the PID controller.
⎛ 1 ⎞
PID(s ) = Kp ⋅ ⎜1 + + Td ⋅ s ⎟
⎝ Ti ⋅ s ⎠
As illustrated in the above drawing and equation, each regulator (P, I and D) gives an output
which is summarised to the total controller output.
The adjustable settings for the PID controllers in the AGC unit are:
Proportional regulator
When the regulation deviation occurs, the proportional part will cause an immediate change of
the output. The size of the change depends on the gain Kp.
The diagram shows how the output of the P regulator depends on the Kp setting. The change of
the output at a given Kp setting will be doubled, if the regulation deviation doubles.
P regulator
4% 2%
100
80
Output (%)
1%
60
40
0,5 %
20
0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Kp
Speed range
Because of the characteristic above it is recommended to use the full range of the output to
avoid an unstable regulation. If the output range used is too small, a small regulation deviation
will cause a rather big output change. This is shown in the drawing below.
kP
1% regulation
deviation
kP
mA
5 10 15 20 25
A 1% regulation deviation occurs. With the Kp setting adjusted, the deviation causes the output
to change 5mA. The table shows that the output of the AGC changes relatively much, if the
maximum speed range is low.
100
Kp=50
Kp=10 75
50
Kp=1 25
Frequency
0
[Hz]
44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56
-25
-50
-75
-100
Output [%]
Integral regulator
The main function of the integral regulator is to eliminate offset. The integral action time Ti is
defined as the time the integral regulator uses to replicate the momentary change of the output
caused by the proportional regulator.
In the drawing below the proportional regulator causes an immediate change of 2.5mA. The
integral action time is then measured when the output reaches 2 x 2.5mA = 5mA.
5 Ti = 10 s Ti = 20 s
mA 3
0
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35
sec
As seen on the drawing the output reaches 5mA twice as fast at a Ti setting of 10 s than with a
setting of 20 s.
The integrating function of the I-regulator is increased if the integral action time is decreased.
This means that a lower setting of the integral action time Ti results in a faster regulation.
The integral action time Ti, must not be too low. This will make the regulation
hunt similar to a too high proportional action factor, Kp.
Differential regulator
The main purpose of the differential regulator (D-regulator) is to stabilise the regulation, thus
making it possible to set a higher gain and a lower integral action time Ti. This will make the
overall regulation eliminate deviations much faster.
In most cases, the differential regulator is not needed; however in case of very precise regulation
situations, e.g. static synchronisation, it can be very useful.
de
The output from the D-regulator can be explained with the equation: D = Td ⋅ Kp ⋅
dt
D = Regulator output
Kp = Gain
de/dt = Slope of the deviation (how fast does the deviation occur)
This means that the D-regulator output depends on the slope of the deviation, the Kp and the Td
setting.
Example:
In the following example it is assumed that Kp = 1.
D-regulator
6
Output/deviation
Deviation 2
5
3
D-output 2, Td=1s
2 Deviation 1
D-output 2, Td=0.5 s
1
D-output 1, Td=0.5 s
0
0 0,5 1 1,5 2 2,5
Time [s]
The example shows that the bigger deviation and the higher Td setting, the bigger output from
the D-regulator. Since the D-regulator is responding to the slope of the deviation, it also means
that when there is no change the D-output will be zero.
When commissioning, please keep in mind that the Kp setting has influence on
the D-regulator output.
The differential action time Td, must not be too high. This will make the
regulation hunt similar to a too high proportional action factor, Kp.
Adjustment of the load share controller is done in menu 2540 (analogue control) or 2590 (relay
control).
The primary purpose of the PID controller is always frequency control because frequency is
variable in a load sharing system as well as the power on the individual generator is. Since the
load sharing system requires power regulation as well, then the PID controller can be affected by
the power regulator. For this purpose a so-called weight factor is used (PWEIGHT).
The regulation deviation from the power regulator can therefore have great or less influence on
the PID controller. An adjustment of 0% means that the power control is switched off. An
adjustment of 100% means that the power regulation is not limited by the weight factor. Any
adjustment in between is possible.
The difference between adjusting the weight value to a high or low value is the speed of how fast
the power regulation deviation is eliminated. So if a firm load sharing is needed, the weight factor
must be adjusted to a higher value than if an easy load sharing is required.
An expected disadvantage of a high weight factor is that when a frequency deviation and a
power deviation exist, then hunting could be experienced. The cure for this is to decrease either
the weight factor or the parameters of the frequency regulator.
Synchronising controller
The synchronising controller is used in the AGC whenever synchronising is activated. After a
successful synchronisation the frequency controller is deactivated and the relevant controller is
activated. This could e.g. be the load sharing controller. The adjustments are made in the menu
2050.
Dynamic synchronising
When dynamic synchronising is used the controller ‘2050 fSYNC controller’ is used during the
entire synchronising sequence. One of the advantages of dynamic synchronising is that it is
relatively fast. In order to improve the speed of the synchronising further, the generator will be
speeded up between the points of synchronisation (12 o’clock to 12 o’clock) of the two systems.
(normally a slip frequency of 0.1Hz gives synchronism each 10 seconds, but with this system on
a steady engine the time between synchronism is reduced.
Static synchronising
When synchronising is started, the synchronising controller ‘2050 fSYNC controller’ is activated
and the generator frequency is controlled towards the busbar/mains frequency. The phase
controller takes over when the frequency deviation is so small that the phase angle can be
controlled. The phase controller is adjusted in the menu 2070. (‘2070 phase controller’).
Relay control
When the relay outputs are used for control purposes, the regulation works like this:
Regulator
output
As the drawing indicates, the relays will be fixed ON if the regulation deviation is big, and they will
be pulsing if it is closer to the set point. In the dynamic range the pulses get shorter and shorter
when the regulation deviation gets smaller. Just before the dead band area the pulse is as short as
it can get. This is the adjusted time ‘GOV ON time’/(’AVR ON time’). The longest pulse will appear
at the end of the dynamic range (45Hz in the example above).
Relay adjustments
The time settings for the regulation relays can be adjusted in the control setup. It is possible to
adjust the ‘period’ time and the ‘ON-time’. They are shown on the drawing below.
As it is indicated in the drawing below, the length of the relay pulse will depend on the actual
regulation deviation. If the deviation is big, then the pulses will be long (or a continued signal). If the
deviation is small, then the pulses will be short.
Relay ON
ON ON ON ON ON
t [sec]
Signal length
The signal length is calculated compared to the adjusted period time. In the drawing below the
effect of the proportional regulator is indicated.
P regulator
4% 2%
100
80
Output (%)
1%
60
40
0,5 %
20
0
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Kp
In this example we have a 2 percent regulation deviation and an adjusted value of the Kp = 20. The
calculated regulator value of the unit is 40%. Now the pulse length can be calculated with a period
time = 2500 ms:
The length of the period time will never be shorter than the adjusted ON time.
8. Synchronisation
The unit can be used for synchronisation of generator and mains breaker (if installed). Two
different synchronisation principles are available, namely static and dynamic synchronisation
(dynamic is selected by default). This chapter describes the principles of the synchronisation
functions and the adjustment of them.
Dynamic synchronisation
In dynamic synchronisation the synchronising gen-set is running at a different speed than the
generator on the busbar. This speed difference is called slip frequency. Typically, the synchronising
gen-set is running with a positive slip frequency. This means that it is running with a higher speed
than the generator on the busbar. The objective is to avoid a reverse power trip after the
synchronisation.
Load
Speed: Speed:
GB GB
1503 RPM 1500 RPM
50.1 Hertz 50.00 Hertz
L1 L1 L1 L1
L2 L3 L1
L2 L3
L1 L1
L3 L3 L2 L3 L2 L3 L2 L3 L2
L2
L3
L1 L2
Angle
L1gen/L1bus
[deg] Synchronised
180°
90°
0° ∆t [s]
In the example above the synchronising gen-set is running at 1503 RPM ~ 50.1Hz. The generator
on load is running at 1500 RPM ~ 50.0Hz. This gives the synchronising gen-set a positive slip
frequency of 0.1Hz.
The intention of the synchronising is to decrease the phase angle difference between the two
rotating systems. These two systems are the three-phase system of the generator and the three-
phase system of the busbar. On the illustration above phase L1 of the busbar is always pointing at
12 o’clock, whereas phase L1 of the synchronising gen-set is pointing in different directions due to
the slip frequency.
Of course both three-phase systems are rotating, but for illustrative purposes
the vectors for the generator on load are not shown to be rotating. This is
because we are only interested in the slip frequency for calculating when to
release the synchronisation pulse.
When the generator is running with a positive slip frequency of 0.1Hz compared to the busbar, then
the two systems will be synchronised every 10 seconds.
1
tSYNC = = 10 sec
50.1 − 50.0
Please observe the chapter regarding PID controllers and the synchronising
controllers on page 136 regarding the time between synchronism.
In the illustration above the difference in the phase angle between the synchronising set and the
busbar gets smaller and will eventually be zero. Then the gen-set is synchronised to the busbar,
and the breaker will be closed.
Close signal
The unit always calculates when to close the breaker to get the most accurate synchronisation.
This means that the close breaker signal is actually issued before being synchronised (read L1
phases exactly at 12 o’clock).
The breaker close signal will be issued depending on the breaker closing time and the slip
frequency (response time of the circuit breaker is 250 ms, and the slip frequency is 0.1Hz):
The synchronisation pulse is always issued, so the closing of the breaker will
occur at the 12 o’clock position.
The length of the synchronisation pulse is the response time + 20 ms (2020 Synchronisation).
given negative slip frequency, the incoming gen-set will receive power from the original gen-set.
This phenomenon is called reverse power.
To avoid nuisance trips caused by reverse power the synchronising settings can
be set up with a positive slip frequency.
FUEL INDEX
GB
PGen1
0% 100% G1
LOAD
FUEL INDEX
PGen2 GB
0% 100% G2
FUEL INDEX
GB
PGen1
0% 100% G1
LOAD
FUEL INDEX
PGen2 GB
0% 100% G2
Reverse power
Adjustments
The dynamic synchroniser is selected in 2000 Sync. type in the control setup and is adjusted in
2020 Synchronisation.
It is obvious that this type of synchronisation is able to synchronise relatively fast because of the
adjusted minimum and maximum slip frequencies. This actually means that when the unit is aiming
to control the frequency towards its set point, then synchronising can still occur as long as the
frequency is within the limits of the slip frequency adjustments.
Static synchronisation
In static synchronisation the synchronising gen-set is running very close to the same speed as the
generator on the busbar. The aim is to let them run at exactly the same speed and with the phase
angles between the three-phase system of the generator and the three-phase system of the busbar
matching exactly.
Load
Speed: Speed:
GB GB
1500.3 RPM 1500 RPM
50.01 Hertz 50.00 Hertz
α α α
L1 L1 L1 L1
L1 L1 L1
L1
L3
L3 L3 L3 L3 L2 L3 L2 L3 L2 L3 L2
L2
L2
L2 L2
Angle
L1gen/L1bus
[deg] Synchronised
20°
10°
0° t [s]
Phase controller
When the static synchronisation is used and the synchronising is activated, the frequency controller
will bring the gen-set frequency towards the busbar frequency. When the gen-set frequency is
within 50mHz of the busbar frequency, then the phase controller takes over. This controller uses
the angle difference between the generator system and the busbar system as the controlling
parameter.
This is illustrated in the example above where the phase controller brings the phase angle from 30
deg. to 0 deg.
Close signal
The close signal will be issued when phase L1 of the synchronising generator is close to the 12
o’clock position compared to the busbar which is also in 12 o’clock position. It is not relevant to
use the response time of the circuit breaker when using static synchronisation, because the slip
frequency is either very small or non-existing.
To be able to get a faster synchronisation a ‘close window’ can be adjusted. The close signal
can be issued when the phase angle UGENL1-UBBL1 is within the adjusted set point. The range is
+/-0.1-20.0 deg. This is illustrated in the drawing below.
Max. dU difference
UBB
Direction of
Max. dU difference
rotation
UGEN
If the maximum df setting is adjusted to a high value, then the observations in the section about
‘dynamic synchronisation’ must be observed.
After the synchronising the unit will change the controller set point according to the requirements of
the selected gen-set mode.
Settings
The following settings must be adjusted, if the static synchroniser is selected:
The purpose of the ‘close before excitation’ is that the gen-sets are able to be ready for the load
very quickly. All of the gen-sets will be connected to the busbar as soon as they are started, and
as soon as the excitation is switched on the gen-sets are ready for operation. This is faster than
the normal synchronising, because in that case the breakers will not be closed until the
generator voltage is in the synchronised position, and it takes some time to achieve that position.
The ‘close before start’ function can also be used, if the load requires a ‘soft’ start. This can be
the case when the gen-sets connect to a transformer.
As soon as the excitation is activated, the generators will equalize the voltage and frequency and
will eventually run in a synchronised system. When the excitation is activated, then the
regulators of the AGC will be switched on after an adjustable delay.
The function can be used in the single AGC but also the AGC with option G4 or G5.
Flowchart abbreviations
Delay 1 = Menu 2252
Delay 2 = Menu 2262
Delay 3 = Menu 2271
Flowchart 1, GB handling
START
Start DG(s)
No
No Delay 1
RPM > SP1
expired
Yes Yes
Close GB
No
Yes
Delay 1 expired
on all DG(s) No
Yes No
No
Yes
Delay 3 Activate
UBUS OK regulators
expired
No
No
Yes Yes
"Close before Delay 3
UBUS OK
excitation" No expired
failure
Yes Yes
"Close before
END Sync GB excitation"
failure
START
No
TB Open
Yes
Any GB closed
No
Yes
Yes
No
"GB + TB"
Yes
No
MB OFF
Yes
Close TB Sync TB
END
Engine RPM
1500 RPM
1350 RPM
400 RPM
time
The diagram above shows that the GB will be closed at 400 RPM. When the engine RPM has
reached the set point (menu 2263) (1450 RPM), then the excitation is switched on.
Breaker sequence
The ‘GB close before start’ function can be used in three applications:
In one of the applications a tie breaker is present, and it must be adjusted in the menu 2261
whether only the generator breaker must be closed or both the generator breaker and also the
tie breaker.
This default function can be modified using a digital input and extra relay outputs depending on
the required function. The relay selection is made in the menu 2240, and the input is selected in
the input settings in the utility software.
Blackout closing:
The breaker ON relay and the sync.
relay activate at the same time when
the voltage and frequency are OK.
When two relays are used together with the separate sync. input, then please
notice that the breaker ON relay will be activated as soon as the GB
ON/synchronising sequence is activated.
Care must be taken that the GB ON relay cannot close the breaker, before the
sync. signal is issued by the sync. relay.
The selected relay for this function must have the ‘limit’ function. This is
adjusted in the I/O setup.
This chapter deals with the procedure to be followed when the parameters of the unit are set up
from the initial point of finding the individual parameter description in this handbook to the actual
setup. By use of various illustrations the following will guide the user through the whole procedure
for parameter setup step by step.
Find the individual parameter title in the overview list on page 148.
In the overview list you will find the page location of the parameter description you are looking for.
Parameter descriptions
In chapter 10 each parameter description is structured according to the same principles. Under the
parameter title heading, the detailed parameter descriptions are illustrated and presented. First, a
table indicating the parameter facts related to the individual parameter title is presented:
1000 G -P>
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
1001 G -P> Set point -50.0% 0.0% -5.0%
1002 G -P> Delay 0.1 s 100.0 s 10.0 s
1003 G -P> Relay output A Not used R3 Not used
(relay 3)
1004 G -P> Relay output B Not used R3 Not used
(relay 3)
1005 G -P> Enable OFF ON ON
1006 G -P> Fail class 1 5 3
Small differences due to the character of the parameters may exist between the
individual tables.
The third and fourth columns indicate the minimum/maximum set point available for this setting.
The fifth column indicates the default set point of the unit from the factory. When it is necessary,
additional information will be supplied after the table in order to make the individual parameter
descriptions as informative as possible.
Setup
At this point of the process you will have located the specific parameter description that you were
looking for. Now, follow the menu structure presented earlier in this handbook in order to set up the
individual parameters. (In this overall example we have chosen to change the set point of the
parameter 1000 G -P>).
Step 1: Enter the ‘setup’ menu via SETUP in the fourth display line in the entry window
Step 2: Enter the ‘protection’ menu via PROT in the fourth display line in the setup menu
Step 3: Use the and push-buttons to locate the selected parameter
Step 4: Enter the ‘set point’ menu via SP in the fourth display line
Step 5: Enter password to change the set point
Step 6: Use the and push-buttons to increase/decrease the set point setting
Step 7: Move the ’underscore’ to save and press SEL, the new set point setting has now
been saved.
This chapter includes a complete standard parameter list. Therefore, this part of the handbook is
to be used for reference when specific information about the individual parameters is needed for
the unit setup. An overview list can be seen on page 148.
The parameter lists for the available options are presented in the documents
Description of Options describing the individual options in detail.
Set point: The alarm set point is adjusted in the set point menu. The setting is a
percentage of the nominal values.
Delay: The timer setting is the time that must expire from the alarm level is reached
until the alarm occurs.
Enable: The alarm can be activated or deactivated. ON means always activated, RUN
means that the alarm has run status. This means it is activated when the
running signal is present.
Fail class: When the alarm occurs the unit will react depending on the selected fail class.
Small differences due to the character of the parameters may exist between the
individual tables.
It is also possible to configure the parameters by using the PC utility software. It will be possible
to make the same configurations as described above.
By using the PC utility software some extra functionalities are available. For all the protections it
is possible to make an automatic acknowledgement of the alarm. Usually it is important when
the mains protections are used, as the sequences are blocked until the alarm is acknowledged.
Overview list
Protection
1000 G -P> 1
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
1001 G –P> 1 Set point -50.0% 0.0% -5.0%
1002 G –P> 1 Delay 0.1 s 100.0 s 10.0 s
1003 G –P> 1 Relay output A Not used Option Not used
1004 G –P> 1 Relay output B Not used dependent Not used
1005 G –P> 1 Enable OFF ON ON
1006 G –P> 1 Fail class Block (1) Safety stop (7) Trip GB (3)
1010 G -P> 2
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
1011 G –P> 2 Set point -50.0% 0.0% -5.0%
1012 G –P> 2 Delay 0.1 s 100.0 s 10.0 s
1013 G –P> 2 Relay output A Not used Option Not used
1014 G –P> 2 Relay output B Not used dependent Not used
1015 G –P> 2 Enable OFF ON ON
1016 G –P> 2 Fail class Block (1) Safety stop (7) Trip GB (3)
1030 G I> 1
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
1031 G I> 1 Set point 50.0% 200.0% 115.0%
1032 G I> 1 Delay 0.1 s 100.0 s 10.0 s
1033 G I> 1 Relay output A Not used Option Not used
1034 G I> 1 Relay output B Not used dependent Not used
1035 G I> 1 Enable OFF ON ON
1036 G I> 1 Fail class Block (1) Safety stop (7) Warning (2)
1040 G I> 2
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
1041 G I> 2 Set point 50.0% 200.0% 120.0%
1042 G I> 2 Delay 0.1 s 100.0 s 5.0 s
1043 G I> 2 Relay output A Not used Option Not used
1044 G I> 2 Relay output B Not used dependent Not used
1045 G I> 2 Enable OFF ON ON
1046 G I> 2 Fail class Block (1) Safety stop (7) Trip GB (3)
1050 G I> 3
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
1051 G I> 3 Set point 50.0% 200.0% 115.0%
1052 G I> 3 Delay 0.1 s 100.0 s 10.0 s
1053 G I> 3 Relay output A Not used Option Not used
1054 G I> 3 Relay output B Not used dependent Not used
1055 G I> 3 Enable OFF ON ON
1056 G I> 3 Fail class Block (1) Safety stop (7) Trip GB (3)
1060 G I> 4
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
1061 G I> 4 Set point 50.0% 200.0% 120.0%
1062 G I> 4 Delay 0.1 s 100.0 s 5.0 s
1063 G I> 4 Relay output A Not used Option Not used
1064 G I> 4 Relay output B Not used dependent Not used
1065 G I> 4 Enable OFF ON ON
1066 G I> 4 Fail class Block (1) Safety stop (7) Trip GB (3)
Synchronisation
Settings are accepted limits (generator voltage and frequency) for closing the generator and
mains breaker. The values are according to nominal values.
Example:
fNOM and UNOM = 50 Hertz and 400 volts.
With factory settings the breaker is able to close, if the frequency is between 47 and 53 Hertz
and the voltage is between 380 and 420 volts.
An alarm is activated when the deviation between the actual and nominal voltage
is bigger than the set point and the delay has expired.
2270 Cl.bef.exc.fail
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
2271 Cl.bef.exc.fail Delay 0.0 s 999.0 s 5.0 s
2272 Cl.bef.exc.fail Relay output A Not used Option Not used
2273 Cl.bef.exc.fail Relay output B Not used dependent Not used
2274 Cl.bef.exc.fail Enable OFF ON OFF
2275 Cl.bef.exc.fail Fail class Block (1) Safety stop (7) Warning (2)
Regulation
The alarm is activated, if the difference between the measured value and the set
point is outside the deadband for a longer time period than specified by the delay
set point.
The delay point determines when the generator will make a temporary stop
ramping up after closing of the generator breaker to preheat the engine before
commencing load taking. The time duration of this point is determined by the
delay time setting. If the delay function is not needed, set this time to 0. Power
% settings relate to nominal generator power.
The breaker open point determines when the ‘open breaker’ relay output is
activated to open the generator breaker before reaching 0 kW. Power % settings
relate to nominal generator power.
2760 Overlap
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
2761 Overlap Enable OFF ON OFF
2762 Overlap Delay 0.10 s 99.90 s 0.30 s
Input/output
This menu consists of parameters for configuration of the inputs and outputs.
Menus 3010 and 3020 (dig. input no. 24 and 25) are only available in applications
where the unit does not control an MB.
The available menus for multi-input no. 102 depend on the input type configured
in the PC utility software (menu 10980).
The input is not configurable in peak shaving mode, load take over mode and
mains power export, because it is used as a mains power input.
The input is not configurable in peak shaving mode, load take over mode and
mains power export, because it is used as a mains power input.
4140 V DC 102.1
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
4141 V DC 102.1 Set point 0.0V DC 40.0V DC 20.0V DC
4142 V DC 102.1 Delay 0.2 s 999.0 s 10.0 s
4143 V DC 102.1 Relay output A Not used Option Not used
4144 V DC 102.1 Relay output B Not used dependent Not used
4145 V DC 102.1 Enable OFF ON OFF
4146 V DC 102.1 Fail class Block (1) Safety stop (7) Warning (2)
4150 V DC 102.2
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
4151 V DC 102.2 Set point 0.0V DC 40.0V DC 20.0V DC
4152 V DC 102.2 Delay 0.2 s 999.0 s 10.0 s
4153 V DC 102.2 Relay output A Not used Option Not used
4154 V DC 102.2 Relay output B Not used dependent Not used
4155 V DC 102.2 Enable OFF ON OFF
4156 V DC 102.2 Fail class Block (1) Safety stop (7) Warning (2)
4160 PT 102.1
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
4161 PT 102.1 Set point -49 482 80
4162 PT 102.1 Delay 0.0 s 999.0 s 5.0 s
4163 PT 102.1 Relay output A Not used Option Not used
4164 PT 102.1 Relay output B Not used dependent Not used
4165 PT 102.1 Enable OFF ON OFF
4166 PT 102.1 Fail class Block (1) Safety stop (7) Warning (2)
4170 PT 102.2
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
4171 PT 102.2 Set point -49 482 80
4172 PT 102.2 Delay 0.2 s 999.0 s 10.0 s
4173 PT 102.2 Relay output A Not used Option Not used
4174 PT 102.2 Relay output B Not used dependent Not used
4175 PT 102.2 Enable OFF ON OFF
4176 PT 102.2 Fail class Block (1) Safety stop (7) Warning (2)
The available menus for multi-input no. 105 depend on the input type configured
in the PC utility software (menu 10990).
4270 V DC 105.1
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
4271 V DC 105.1 Set point 0.0V DC 40.0V DC 20.0V DC
4272 V DC 105.1 Delay 0.2 s 999.0 s 10.0 s
4273 V DC 105.1 Relay output A Not used Option Not used
4274 V DC 105.1 Relay output B Not used dependent Not used
4275 V DC 105.1 Enable OFF ON OFF
4276 V DC 105.1 Fail class Block (1) Safety stop (7) Warning (2)
4280 V DC 105.2
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
4281 V DC 105.2 Set point 0.0V DC 40.0V DC 20.0V DC
4282 V DC 105.2 Delay 0.2 s 999.0 s 10.0 s
4283 V DC 105.2 Relay output A Not used Option Not used
4284 V DC 105.2 Relay output B Not used dependent Not used
4285 V DC 105.2 Enable OFF ON OFF
4286 V DC 105.2 Fail class Block (1) Safety stop (7) Warning (2)
4290 PT 105.1
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
4291 PT 105.1 Set point -49 482 80
4292 PT 105.1 Delay 0.2 s 999.0 s 10.0 s
4293 PT 105.1 Relay output A Not used Option Not used
4294 PT 105.1 Relay output B Not used dependent Not used
4295 PT 105.1 Enable OFF ON OFF
4296 PT 105.1 Fail class Block (1) Safety stop (7) Warning (2)
4300 PT 105.2
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
4301 PT 105.2 Set point -49 482 80
4302 PT 105.2 Delay 0.0 s 999.0 s 5.0 s
4303 PT 105.2 Relay output A Not used Option Not used
4304 PT 105.2 Relay output B Not used dependent Not used
4305 PT 105.2 Enable OFF ON OFF
4306 PT 105.2 Fail class Block (1) Safety stop (7) Warning (2)
The available menus for multi-input no. 108 depend on the input type configured
in the PC utility software (menu 11000).
4400 V DC 108.1
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
4401 V DC 108.1 Set point 0.0V DC 40.0V DC 20.0V DC
4402 V DC 108.1 Delay 0.2 s 999.0 s 10.0 s
4403 V DC 108.1 Relay output A Not used Option Not used
4404 V DC 108.1 Relay output B Not used dependent Not used
4405 V DC 108.1 Enable OFF ON OFF
4406 V DC 108.1 Fail class Block (1) Safety stop (7) Warning (2)
4410 V DC 108.2
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
4411 V DC 108.2 Set point 0.0V DC 40.0V DC 20.0V DC
4412 V DC 108.2 Delay 0.2 s 999.0 s 10.0 s
4413 V DC 108.2 Relay output A Not used Option Not used
4414 V DC 108.2 Relay output B Not used dependent Not used
4415 V DC 108.2 Enable OFF ON OFF
4416 V DC 108.2 Fail class Block (1) Safety stop (7) Warning (2)
4420 PT 108.1
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
4421 PT 108.1 Set point -49 482 80
4422 PT 108.1 Delay 0.0 s 999.0 s 5.0 s
4423 PT 108.1 Relay output A Not used Option Not used
4424 PT 108.1 Relay output B Not used dependent Not used
4425 PT 108.1 Enable OFF ON OFF
4426 PT 108.1 Fail class Block (1) Safety stop (7) Warning (2)
4430 PT 108.2
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
4431 PT 108.2 Set point -49 482 80
4432 PT 108.2 Delay 0.2 s 999.0 s 10.0 s
4433 PT 108.2 Relay output A Not used Option Not used
4434 PT 108.2 Relay output B Not used dependent Not used
4435 PT 108.2 Enable OFF ON OFF
4436 PT 108.2 Fail class Block (1) Safety stop (7) Warning (2)
4510 Overspeed 1
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
4511 Overspeed 1 Set point 100% 150% 110%
4512 Overspeed 1 Delay 0.0 s 100.0 s 5.0 s
4513 Overspeed 1 Relay output A Not used Option Not used
4514 Overspeed 1 Relay output B Not used dependent Not used
4515 Overspeed 1 Enable OFF ON OFF
4516 Overspeed 1 Fail class Block (1) Safety stop (7) Warning (2)
4520 Overspeed 2
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
4521 Overspeed 2 Set point 100% 150% 120%
4522 Overspeed 2 Delay 0.0 s 100.0 s 1.0 s
4523 Overspeed 2 Relay output A Not used Option Not used
4524 Overspeed 2 Relay output B Not used dependent Not used
4525 Overspeed 2 Enable OFF ON OFF
4526 Overspeed 2 Fail class Block (1) Safety stop (7) Shutdown (5)
Output setup
5000 Relay 05
No. Setting First/min. Second/max. Third Factory
setting setting setting setting
5001 Relay 05 Function Alarm Limit Horn Horn
5002 Relay 05 OFF delay 0.0 s 999.9 s - 5.0 s
5010 Relay 08
No. Setting First/min. Second/max. Third Factory
setting setting setting setting
5011 Relay 08 Function Alarm Limit Horn Alarm
5012 Relay 08 OFF delay 0.0 s 999.9 s - 5.0 s
5020 Relay 11
No. Setting First/min. Second/max. Third Factory
setting setting setting setting
5021 Relay 11 Function Alarm Limit Horn Alarm
5022 Relay 11 OFF delay 0.0 s 999.9 s - 5.0 s
5050 Relay 20
No. Setting First/min. Second/max. Third Factory
setting setting setting setting
5051 Relay 20 Function Alarm Limit Horn Alarm
5052 Relay 20 OFF delay 0.0 s 999.9 s - 5.0 s
5060 Relay 21
No. Setting First/min. Second/max. Third Factory
setting setting setting setting
5061 Relay 21 Function Alarm Limit Horn Alarm
5062 Relay 21 OFF delay 0.0 s 999.9 s - 5.0 s
5150 Relay 65
No. Setting First/min. Second/max. Third Factory
setting setting setting setting
5151 Relay 65 Function Alarm Limit Horn Alarm
5152 Relay 65 OFF delay 0.0 s 999.9 s - 5.0 s
5160 Relay 67
No. Setting First/min. Second/max. Third Factory
setting setting setting setting
5161 Relay 67 Function Alarm Limit Horn Alarm
5162 Relay 67 OFF delay 0.0 s 999.9 s - 5.0 s
Relays 65 and 67 are normally used for governor up/down commands (menu
2600) and therefore these menus are not available as default.
5170 Relay 69
No. Setting First/min. Second/max. Third Factory
setting setting setting setting
5171 Relay 69 Function Alarm Limit Horn Alarm
5172 Relay 69 OFF delay 0.0 s 999.9 s - 5.0 s
5180 Relay 71
No. Setting First/min. Second/max. Third Factory
setting setting setting setting
5181 Relay 71 Function Alarm Limit Horn Alarm
5182 Relay 71 OFF delay 0.0 s 999.9 s - 5.0 s
If the transistor outputs are set to ‘Relay’, external relays are needed due to the
limited current output of the transistors. Max 10mA.
System
The menu includes parameters for the system setup.
General setup
6040 G transformer
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
6041 G transformer U primary 100V 25000V 400V
6042 G transformer U secondary 100V 690V 400V
6043 G transformer I primary 5A 9000A 1000A
6044 G transformer I secondary 1A 5A 5A
If no voltage transformer is present, the primary and secondary side values are
set to generator nominal value.
6050 BB settings
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
6051 BB settings U primary 100V 25000V 400V
6052 BB settings U secondary 100V 690V 400V
If no voltage transformer is present, the primary and secondary side values are
set to generator nominal value.
6080 Language
No. Setting Setting Factory
setting
6081 Language English English English
Language Language 1-11 -
The date and time can easily be synchronised with the present time and date
from the utility software.
6100 Counters
The settings below (except kWh) are offset values that need to be adjusted at the
commissioning if the display is used for reading the values. A breaker operation is counted each
time the breaker closes.
The timer is reset by enabling menu 6116. The menu goes OFF automatically.
The timer is reset by enabling menu 6126. The menu goes OFF automatically.
When menu 6171 ‘Teeth’ is set to 0, the MPU input is not active.
When menu 6175 ‘Pressure level’ is set to 0.0, running detection on oil pressure
is not active.
6180 Starter
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
6181 Starter Start prepare 0.0 s 600.0 s 5.0 s
6182 Starter Ext. prepare 0.0 s 600.0 s 0.0 s
6183 Starter Start ON time 1.0 s 30.0 s 5.0 s
6184 Starter Start OFF time 1.0 s 99.0 s 5.0 s
6185 Starter Input type Multi-input 102 X
Multi-input 105
Multi-input 108
6186 Starter Set point 0.0 300.0 0.0
Menu 6200 is only available when the function ’Shutdown override’ has been
configured to a digital input.
6210 STOP
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
6211 STOP Cooling down 0.0 s 990.0 s 240.0 s
6212 STOP Extended stop 1.0 s 99.0 s 5.0 s
6220 Hz/V OK
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
6221 Hz/V OK Delay 1.0 s 99.0 s 5.0 s
6230 GB control
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
6231 GB control Close delay tGBC 0.0 s 30.0 s 2.0 s
6232 GB control Load time 0.0 s 30.0 s 0.0 s
Mains setup
Transducer max. equals 20mA, and Transducer min. equals 4mA. Both settings
must be adjusted.
The period outside the daytime period is defined as the night time period.
The set point refers to the mains power set points in menu 7000 Mains power.
The set point refers to the mains power set points in menu 7000 Mains power.
7040 Test
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
7041 Test Set point 1% 100% 80%
7042 Test Test time 0.5 min 999.0 min 5.0 min
7043 Test Return mode Semi-auto Auto Auto
7044 Test Test type Simple X
Load
Full
Set point 7066 relates to the mean value of the measured voltage.
7080 MB control
No. Setting Min. setting Max. setting Factory
setting
7081 MB control Mode shift OFF ON OFF
7082 MB control MB close delay tMBC 0.0 s 30.0 s 0.5 s
7083 MB control Back sync. OFF ON OFF
7084 MB control Sync. to mains OFF ON ON
7085 MB control Load time 0.0 s 30.0 s 0.0 s
Communication setup
No parameters can be adjusted in this menu in a standard unit. If the options G5 or H2-H7 are
selected, menus are available. Please refer to the option descriptions.
Jump menus
A number of menus can only be entered using the jump menu.
Selection ‘0’ must be used for cable connection between the AGC and the PC.
Selection ‘1’ must be used for modem connection between the AGC and the PC.
9070 M4 SW version
Information about the software version in the engine I/F PCB placed in slot #8.
9100 Application
No. Setting Description
9100 Application Application DG unit
Mains unit
Bus breaker unit
The selection of mains unit and bus breaker unit requires option G5.
In the alarm selection you can see all the alarm timers and their remaining time if they are
counting.
The input and output selections show the present status of the inputs and outputs. E.g. mode
inputs, relay outputs and load sharing lines.
9130 AC config.
This menu is used to choose between the different AC measurement systems.
The factory setting is 0 degrees and it has to remain at that value except when
one of the six mentioned transformers is installed between the generator and
the mains/busbar measurements.
Any error in this setting will cause a false closing of the breaker! Therefore it
is essential to make a check of the angular precision before allowing the AGC
to perform a real breaker closing.