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PRODUCT INFORMATION IC-G-D-50-004e_B DATE March 2023 Dep. 2
GCS-E CONTROL SYSTEM OVERVIEW - CONTROLLING IT ALL
1. PURPOSE
Guascor Energy has developed an integrated control system called GCS-E. The purpose of this document is to
introduce the GCS-E control system.
2. WHAT IS A GCS-E?
The new GCS-E replaces previous large control panel with multiple units, each having their own software tools,
into a single control module with a single calibration and configuration software tool. It is a complete integrated
engine control system that uses a hardware platform built with interlocking modules that is mounted directly on the
engine.
It handles all critical control functions and diagnostics in one hardware platform:
l Engine protection control.
l Speed/load control.
l Ignition and timing control.
l Knocking detection.
l Emissions compliance control.
l Auxiliary engine services control (Starter, Water & Oil preheating, pre-lubrication pump).
3. CUSTOMER INTERFACE CONTROL

It allows easy interface with external plant supervisory and control system. It supports the following customer
interface protocols:
l Modbus TCP.
l CAN J1939.
l CANopen.
The user by means of these communication protocols is able to monitor all available sensors, alarms, and the
most important engine variables. The full list of variables is available in other IT.
Analog/digital control interface is always available.

l Analog signals (4-20 mA/ 0-5 VDC) (power setpoint, measured power, speed bias, etc.) and digital signals
(stop, start, etc). Detailed information on other IT.
4. GCS-E ADVANTAGES
Common hardware approach simplifies the control system:
l Ethernet connection possible for remote support. The user is able to connect with a calibration/monitoring tool
installed on a PC to the engine remotely.
l Emails warning reports. The ECU if properly configured can send emails with periodic, alarm, and post-mortem
information to an email account. The user is able to use an available tool to open those files and diagnose
engine operation.
l Detailed diagnostics troubleshooting.
l One hardware platform and single service tool to learn and support.
l GCS-E reduces complexity avoiding expensive customer integration costs.
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l Reduces wiring costs and confusion between engine and multiple modules mounted off-engine.
l Island response optimization by means of boost control.
l Automatic pre and post lubrication of the engine done by the ECU depending on the engine model.
l Simplifies installation and commissioning.
5. GCS-E HARDWARE OVERVIEW

The new GCS-E engine control system includes three main components: the complete integrated GCS-E ECU, a
relay power box and a predefined engine harness that provides the customer interface connector.
1. The GCS- E ECU is the brain of the control it is connected directly by

harness to the sensors and ignition coils. The integrated ECU includes the
ignition, knock, AFR and speed/load control.
2. The electrical/relay power box contains some power contactors so that the
ECU can control the lubrication and pumps. The user just need to provide
24vd and three phase AC voltages (400/480vac).
3. Harness + Customer Interface connector : the engine comes with a

harness mounted and a ruggered customer connector for signals like power
measured, start, stop. Etc. When manufactured, the engine is also run with the
electrical harnesses and devices installed on it. The customer will therefore
receive the system installed and tested.
6. GCS-E PROTECTS ENGINE OF FAILURES

Caused by knock
l Advanced knock algorithm allows operating closer to the knock margin without going into knock.
l Better knock detection using FFT signal processing identifies knock events that might be missed with other
techniques.
Caused by misfire
l High energy spark to ignite leaner fuel mixtures and poorer quality fuels.
l Plug Life Indicator lets you know when spark plugs gets close to failing, causing misfire.
Caused by slipping out of emissions compliance

l Advanced air/fuel ration algorithms keeps your engine in emissions compliance.
l Even when fuel quality changes.
7. DIAGNOSTICS AND TRENDING SOFTWARE

All real-time I/O comes to a single platform and are processed together.
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Able to view what the “software sees”.

l Input signals.
l Output signals.
Fig.1 - Toolkit Event list
Trend any number of critical parameters.

l Over time.
l In relationship with each other.
Fig.2 - Trending of variables
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Email capability (smtp server on-site needed).

l Periodic files with the mayor variables on the attached file.
l Post-mortem file generation.
l Alarm file generation.
8. REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
European Compliance for CE Marking
These listings are limited only to those units bearing the CE Marking.
EMC Directive:
Declared to 2004/108/EC COUNCIL DIRECTIVE of 15 Dec 2004 on the approximation of the laws of
the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility and all applicable amendments.
Declared to 2014/30/EU COUNCIL DIRECTIVE of 26 February 2014 on the harmonization of the laws
of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility and all applicable amendments.
ATEX - Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Directive:
Declared to 94/9/EC COUNCIL DIRECTIVE of 23 March 1994 on the approximation of the laws of the
Member States concerning equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially
explosive atmospheres. Zone 2, Category 3, Group II G, Ex nA IIC T4 Gc X IP54.
Low Voltage Directive:
Declared to 2006/95/EC COUNCIL DIRECTIVE of 12 December 2006 on the harmonization of the

laws of Member States relating to electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits.
Restriction of the hazardous substances (RoHS):
Declared to 2011/65/EC COUNCIL DIRECTIVE of the European Parliament and of the Council of 8
June 2011 on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic
equipment. IECEx: certified for use in hazardous locations IECEx CSA 14.0047X Ex nA IIC T4 Gc X
IP54.
North American Compliance
These listings are limited only to those units bearing the CSA agency identification.
CSA:
CSA Certified for Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, & D, T4 (refer to Table Configurations for Max
Temperature Ambient). For use in Canada and the United States.
Certificate 160584-70006660.
CSA Certified for Ordinary Locations For use in Canada and the United States.
Certificate 160584-70006660.
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GCS-E CONTROL SYSTEM OVERVIEW - CONTROLLING IT ALL

3. CUSTOMER INTERFACE CONTROL

Analog/digital control interface is always available.

GCS-E CONTROL SYSTEM OVERVIEW - CONTROLLING IT ALL

5. GCS-E HARDWARE OVERVIEW

1. The GCS- E ECU is the brain of the control it is connected directly by

3. Harness + Customer Interface connector : the engine comes with a

6. GCS-E PROTECTS ENGINE OF FAILURES

Caused by slipping out of emissions compliance

7. DIAGNOSTICS AND TRENDING SOFTWARE

GCS-E CONTROL SYSTEM OVERVIEW - CONTROLLING IT ALL

Able to view what the “software sees”.

Fig.1 - Toolkit Event list

Trend any number of critical parameters.

Fig.2 - Trending of variables

GCS-E CONTROL SYSTEM OVERVIEW - CONTROLLING IT ALL

Email capability (smtp server on-site needed).

ATEX - Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Directive:

Low Voltage Directive:

Declared to 2006/95/EC COUNCIL DIRECTIVE of 12 December 2006 on the harmonization of the

Restriction of the hazardous substances (RoHS):

North American Compliance

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