GRTA-2D

Automatic Voltage Regulator

Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual

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instructions in this manual before installing the equipment. This publication may not under
any circumstances be reproduced, stored or transmitted through any type of media,
whether electronic, printed, phonographic or any other audiovisual medium, without the
prior authorization of G-MEYER COMPONENTS. Violators will be subject to the penalties
provided for by law.

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of the installation and operation manuals, with a view to the continuous improvement of
G-MEYER COMPONENTS products. G-MEYER COMPONENTS reserves the right not
to automatically update the information contained in these new revisions. However, at
any time the customer may request updated material that will be provided to him without
any charges arising.

This manual is always provided in printed format with the equipment when purchased.

* In the event of loss of the instruction manual, G-MEYER COMPONENTS may provide a single
copy, and if necessary, additional product information. Requests can be fulfilled, provided that you
have informed the serial number and model of the equipment.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

To ensure the safety of operators, the correct installation of the equipment and its
preservation, the following precautions should be taken:

➢ Only persons properly trained and authorized by the manufacturer are

authorized to install this equipment because improper intervention by an unqualified
person may cause damage to the equipment and generator;
➢ Instruction manuals and product identification labels should always be observed
before installing, handling and parameterizing;
➢ Appropriate precautions should be taken against falls, physical shocks and/or
risks to the safety of operators and equipment;
➢ Always disconnect the general power supply and wait for the machine to stop
fully before touching any electrical component associated with the equipment, this
also includes the control connectors. Do not touch the input and output connectors
as high voltages may be present even after disconnection from the power supply and
always keep them isolated from the rest of the main generator control circuit. Check
the symbology item of the screen printing of this manual to perform the disconnection
of the equipment;
➢ Observe the warning labels glued to the equipment, "care tension" and "hot
surface care";
➢ Failure to observe these instructions may cause shock or burns to the operator
and cause damage to the equipment or generator;
➢ This Equipment meets IEC61010-1.

Do not touch the input and output connectors. And always

keep them isolated from the rest of the panel control circuit,
unless otherwise noted.

Always disconnect the general power supply and wait for the
machine to stop fully touching before any electrical
component associated with the equipment, this also includes
the control connectors. Do not open the equipment cover
without proper precautions, as high voltages may be present
even after disconnection from the power supply.
The equipment's electronic cards may have components
sensitive to electrostatic discharges. Do not touch
components or connectors directly. If necessary, touch the
grounded metal housing first or use a suitable grounding
bracelet.
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STORAGE INFORMATION

In case of need for storage of the regulator for a short period prior to its installation
and/or commissioning, the following precautions should be taken:

➢ The Regulator shall be kept in its original packaging or packaging that meets
the same safety conditions against mechanical damage, excessive temperature
and humidity to prevent oxidation of contacts and metal parts, damage to integrated
circuits;

➢ The properly packaged regulator should be housed in a dry, ventilated place

where the direct incidence of sunlight does not occur, as well as rain, wind and
other weather, to ensure the maintenance of its functional characteristics;

➢ After the regulator is properly packed and accommodated in such a way that it
does not absorb the vibrations and impacts suffered during transport, it will be able
to be transported by the different existing means.

➢ Failure to comply with the above recommendations may exempt the equipment
supplier from any liability for the resulting damage, as well as the loss of warranty
on the damaged equipment or part.

Failure to comply with the above recommendations may

exempt the equipment supplier from any liability for the
resulting damage, as well as the loss of warranty on the
damaged equipment or part.

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WHERE CAN THE EQUIPMENT BE INSTALLED?

The installation and/or commissioning of the equipment may be carried out at:

➢ Generator connection box;

➢ External panel near the generator;
➢ Any place protected from the environment near the Generator;
➢ This equipment is for internal use;
➢ This equipment cannot be installed in the open. Due to climatic conditions such
as rain and may oxidize its terminals causing the equipment to malfunction and
consequently the malfunction of the generator;
➢ Installation of peripherals such as external pot, keys, circuit breakers should be
installed near or near the equipment and in an easily accessible place;
➢ The installation should be done in a closed metal cabinet (grounded or not) so
that the terminals of the same are inaccessible where there is no opening that allows
access to the equipment and access must be done by means of a tool (Philips key,
screwdriver, etc.), remembering that the terminals the equipment should not be
exposed and the peripherals installed in order to meet the IEC61010-1 standard;
➢ This equipment can be installed in places that may be subject to vibrations, heat,
and electromagnetic interference because it is developed to withstand such adverse
conditions;
➢ The diagrams of connection to the generator vary according to type of generator
taking into account the voltage of the generator, excitation current, whether the
generator is with or without coil auxiliary, etc. All these diagrams are clearly described
in item 5 of this manual.

Failure to comply with the above recommendations may

exempt the equipment supplier from any liability for the
resulting damage, as well as the loss of warranty on the
damaged equipment or part.

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CONVENTIONS USED IN THE MANUAL

Some conventions regarding font types or formatting were used in this manual in order to
allow a clear and uncomplicated reading. Below are specified the main conventions used:

NOTE (uppercase): Typed text. (uppercase/lowercase) – Notes and alerts

represent important information that must be observed by the operator or supervisor
of the operation.

SUBJECT OF THE page – At the edges of each page the reader can have a quick
reference of the main subject being addressed in it, without having to resort to the
indexes to locate the desired information, just to flip through the manual.

Reference to titles and subtitles – References made to titles and subtitles, used in the
course of the text to refer the reader to another more detailed topic on the subject
or where the reader can obtain the desired information contained in the manual, are
written in italic type. Words or expressions in a language other than the current
language will also be written in italic type.

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SUMMARY
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................................8
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS .........................................................................................................9
BLOCK DIAGRAM ................................................................................................................................ 10
CONTROL DIAGRAM ........................................................................................................................... 10
OPERATION U/f ................................................................................................................................... 11
INTERNAL LINK DIAGRAM .................................................................................................................. 12
PRE-EXCITATION ................................................................................................................................ 12
TRIMPOT'S AND LED'S FUNCTION .................................................................................................... 13
IDENTIFICATION ................................................................................................................................. 13
IDENTIFICATION LABEL ................................................................................................................ 13
ADHESIVE MEMBRANES ............................................................................................................... 14
DESCRIPTION OF GENERATOR CONNECTION TERMINALS ...................................................... 14
CONNECTION TO GENERATOR ......................................................................................................... 15
CONNECTION TO GENERATOR WITHOUT AUXILIARY COIL ...................................................... 16
VOLTAGE CONNECTION BETWEEN 170 TO 300 VCA ............................................................ 16
VOLTAGE CONNECTION BETWEEN 320 TO 600 VCA ............................................................ 17
CONNECTION TO GENERATOR WITH AUXILIARY COIL .............................................................. 18
VOLTAGE CONNECTION BETWEEN 170 TO 300 VCA ............................................................ 18
VOLTAGE CONNECTION BETWEEN 320 TO 600 VCA ............................................................ 19
FIRST INSTALLATION OF THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR.................................................................... 20
STEPS FOR CONNECTION ............................................................................................................ 20
DISCONNECTION........................................................................................................................... 20
CONNECTION DIAGRAM FOR BENCH TEST ................................................................................ 20
DIMENSIONAL ..................................................................................................................................... 22
SYMBOLOGY OF SERIGRAPHY ......................................................................................................... 23
FIRST USE ........................................................................................................................................... 23
DISCONNECTION ................................................................................................................................ 24
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................. 25
RISK REDUCTION ............................................................................................................................... 26
NOTES TO THE PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR MAINTENANCE AND INSTALLATION SERVICE ..... 27
WARRANTY TERM .............................................................................................................................. 28
PROBLEMS, CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS ............................................................................................ 29

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INTRODUCTION
The GRTA-2D voltage regulator is a compact equipment with 30 years of experience with
modern control technologies, increasing the reliability and protections of synchronous
machine. It is applied in brushless generators (without brushes) with auxiliary coil or
without auxiliary coil (shunt).

Its design aims at operation inside the generator connection box. The aluminum base is
made of material with excellent creep resistance and has excellent dimensional stability
under low load. Variations in aluminum properties under temperature variation are low
as well as the coefficient of thermal expansion. And most importantly, its characteristics
are not affected by electrical variations.

The equipment is configurable via pot of adjustments for reinforcement voltage reference,
PI stability and D stability and has voltage adjustments via analog input either ±3V, ±5V
or ±10V. There are jumpers for selecting the operating frequency and type of analog input
used.

The equipment has a robust control circuit with protections of lack of feedback and
overflow (U/f) providing excellent operation.

The connection in the generator is made through FASTON type connectors.

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TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
The following table indicates the main technical characteristics of the equipment.

Maximum excitation current 7A

Forced excitation current for 1 minute 10A
E1 - 170 Vca à 300 Vca
Vreal feedback
E2 - 320 Vca à 600 Vca
Sub frequency (U/f) or overflow protection 50 Hz or 60Hz
Analog input ±3 V or ±5 V or ±10 V
Voltage adjustment Adjustable by Vad trimpot
Rated operating voltage (Power) 220 Vca
Val power supply range (3 and E3/4) 170 Vca à 300 Vca
Rated operating frequency 50Hz or 60Hz
Floating feed voltage ±30%
Maximum Power 945 VA
Power Consumed ~3.3 VA
Power Connection Single phase (between 3 and E3/4)
Feedback Connection Single phase (Between E1 or E2
and E3/4)
Controlled rectifier gain ratio 𝑉𝑖𝑛
𝑉𝑜𝑢𝑡 = (1 + cos(∝ −𝜋))1
√2∗𝜋
Maximum field voltage 134 vcc
Static regulation < 0.5%
Adjustable dynamic response 8 to 500ms
Working ambient temperature -40ºC to 60ºC
Storage temperature -40ºC to 60ºC
Maximum relative humidity (operation and 0 - 80%
storage)
Degree of pollution 3
Altitude for operation Less than 2000m or greater equal to
2000m
Interference protection EMI filter
Field winding resistance to 20ºC 6 - 50 Ω
Weight 480g
Dimension W x H x D 29 x 120 x 90 mm
Lack of feedback

Protections
Underfrequency (U/f)

Protective fuse 5x20mm 7A glass fuse, fast action

Encapsulation Resin
Base Aluminum

1
Note that α is the shooting angle of the thyristor that can range from 0 to π, in case the maximum gain is when the maximum firing angle that is
π(180º) occurs, i.e. the maximum gain of this rectifier is (0.4513).

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BLOCK DIAGRAM

Figure 1 Block Diagram

The operation is based on the comparison of the effective value of the feedback voltage
with the voltage reference, adjusted by the Vad trimpot. The comparison between the
adjusted and read voltage value generates an error which is processed by the PID mesh
whose output determines the trigger angle of the thyristor which can range from 0 to
180°, thus controlling the output voltage of the generator. With zero degree of fire there
is zero volts at the rectifier output, and with 180 degree firing, you have the maximum
output given by the half-wave rectifier.
The beginning of generation takes place through the residual voltage of the generator.
After reaching approximately 10% of the rated, the regulator controls the voltage of the
generator causing it to rise until it reaches the adjusted nominal value in the trimpot.
From this moment on, the control mesh will keep the output voltage of the generator
constant within the adjusted value.

CONTROL DIAGRAM
The control block that is presented in the figure below demonstrates in which the GRTA-
2D was built, based on the ST1A, presented by IEEE, applied to systems where the
rectifier is fed from the generator output (Type ST – Static Excitation Systems), either
directly by auxiliary coils or Shunt.

Figure 2 Control Diagram

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OPERATION U/F
The figure below shows the graph of variation of the voltage of the generator as a function
of the frequency variation. For rated operating frequency, U/f is disabled. In case of
reduced rotation (e.g. shutdown), the excitation decreases, reducing the output voltage
of the generator.

The operation mode is determined by the HZ jumper and associated components. The
HZ jumper determines the operating frequency, which follows the following logic: HZ =
60Hz jumper between position 1 and 2 closed, HZ = 50Hz jumper between position 2
and 3 closed. The U/f protection frequency setting is factory preset at 54Hz when the
machine is specified to 60Hz. For 50Hz machines the preset is done at 45Hz. Voltage
drop given by Volts/Hertz ratio and preset is done at approximately 7.5V/Hz.

Figure 3 Protection actuation point U/f

➢ The frequency limited by U/f is the frequency of the waveform that is in the
circuit power supply and not the feedback (generator output voltage).

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INTERNAL LINK DIAGRAM

Terminal 3 of the power supply is directly connected to terminal F+ and terminal E3/4
connecting through the thyristor to terminal F-.

Figure 4 Internal connection diagram

PRE-EXCITATION
If a pre-excitation is required in the field, it is recommended to use an isolated DC source
or that is isolated from the regulator terminals. Optionally an insulation transformer
(excitation transformer) can be inserted between terminals 3 and E3/4 with the generator
phases through short protection.
It is also recommended to insert a diode in series with the + of the source being used to
generate pre-excitation avoiding the firing of the regulator when it comes to control the
excitation voltage, see the example below.

Figure 5 Pre-Excitation

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TRIMPOT'S AND LED'S FUNCTION

Trimpot Function

Vad Voltage adjustment. Turning clockwise increases the tension.

StbPI Adjustment of stability proportional and integral gain. Turning

clockwise makes the response slower.

Adjustment of derivative gain stability. Turning counterclockwise

Stbd
the response becomes faster.

Sensing fault Led lit indicates lack of phase.

U/F Led on indicates U/F performance.

Note: The stability adjustment is made with the generator operating empty (without load)
with the StbPI trimpot all clockwise, turning slowly counterclockwise until the output
voltage of the generator begins to become unstable turn a little clockwise until the voltage
stabilizes and leave at this point as it will be the best dynamic response that can be
obtained.

IDENTIFICATION

IDENTIFICATION LABEL
The equipment identification label is found on the bottom side of the base and follows
the model of the figure. The label should be observed before the equipment is connected.

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ADHESIVE MEMBRANES
Adhesive membranes are used to identify the components in the stress regulator and
they can be seen in the figure below.

DESCRIPTION OF GENERATOR CONNECTION TERMINALS

The connection of the regulator to the generator is made through connectors such as
faston 2.5 mm insulated female which is ideal for connecting your terminals.
The cables to be used must be respected the temperature to which the equipment will
be subjected. It is recommended to use the temperature class above 200 ºC. The
insulation class should be greater than or equal to 750 V and the diameter is
recommended to be 1mm².
The table below shows the list of terminals and their function.

Connector Function
4/3 Common reference for feeding and feedback
3 Power supply
E1 Voltage feedback (170 to 300 Vca)
E2 Voltage feedback (320 to 600 Vca)
F- Negative field connection terminal
F+ Positive field connection terminal
Hz Jumper Hz (1 and 2 = 60Hz, 2 and 3 = 50Hz)
A+, A- Analog Input ()
Aux ±3 V or ±5 V or ±10 V (Selected by Jumper)

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CONNECTION TO GENERATOR
Carefully observe the type of connection of your generator to connect this equipment.
If the equipment is connected incorrectly or differently from that specified in the diagrams
below the equipment may be permanently damaged, as well as the generator in which it
will be connected, and the generator and voltage regulator may burn, compromising the
protections of the equipment, increasing the safety risks (shocks, voltaic arcs, high
temperatures).

ATTENTION
➢ Before connecting the regulator to the generator, check the standard rated
voltage in the installation manual;
➢ The supply voltage must not exceed the specified maximum voltage;
➢ If the reference voltage is not equal to the output voltage of the generator, do
not make the connections without first consulting the technical assistance;
➢ Peripheral items are not provided by G-MEYER;
➢ 10A/250Vca circuit breaker (curve C) to turn the regulator on and off (interrupt
device);
➢ Generator line voltages must conform to the feedback class and the regulator's
power voltage level, depending on the technical characteristics.

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CONNECTION TO GENERATOR WITHOUT AUXILIARY COIL

VOLTAGE CONNECTION BETWEEN 170 TO 300 VCA

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VOLTAGE CONNECTION BETWEEN 320 TO 600 VCA

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CONNECTION TO GENERATOR WITH AUXILIARY COIL

VOLTAGE CONNECTION BETWEEN 170 TO 300 VCA

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VOLTAGE CONNECTION BETWEEN 320 TO 600 VCA

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FIRST INSTALLATION OF THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR

The GRTA-2D voltage regulator must be handled by a properly trained technician.
Before starting the connection make sure that the regulator is suitable for use with the
generator checking the feature label. Also make sure that existing protections.

STEPS FOR CONNECTION

1. Connect the regulator to the generator according to the description of the
terminals shown in this manual and the type of generator to be used.
2. Disconnect all loads from the generator. The generator must start without load.
The Vad potentiometer corresponding to the voltage setting must be set to the
minimum voltage to avoid over-excitation of the generator if the connection is
incorrect.
3. The StbPI and StbD potentiometer corresponding to the stability adjustment
should be placed in half a stroke. This pot only influences the dynamic response of
the machine and should not harm the permanent regime.
4. Connect the starting key. Priming should take less than 3 seconds. If there is no
screwing or fuse breakage, refer to the item "Defects, Causes and Solutions" before
consulting the manufacturer.
5. After starting, to adjust the StbPI and StbD stability, load and then remove until
you find the point where the voltage does not oscillate (lower oscillation) with the load
variation.
6. Connect the starting key. There will be an initial priming and the control will
enter, gradually adjusting the Vad trimpot clockwise until it reaches the desired
voltage.
7. If the voltage is varying, signal of instability, gradually adjust the Trimpot StbPI
and StbD, until there is no more oscillation.
8. If you have an active guard, check the references of this protection in the manual
and check that you meet the specification of the generator. If other model meet these
specifications are below the generator specifications.

DISCONNECTION
With the U/F limiter set correctly, the generator shutdown is done with engine
shutdown. The voltage will gradually decrease as the frequency is protecting the
generator.

CONNECTION DIAGRAM FOR BENCH TEST

For the bench test connect a lamp at the f+ and f-field output, connect the E3/4 and 3
terminals to an AC (circuit breaker) source and make a jumper from connector 3 to
connector E1, as shown below.

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1st - Assemble circuit according to diagram below;

2nd - With a small screwdriver, turn the Vad and U/F trimpots counterclockwise until
the end of travel;
3rd - Connect the circuit breaker:
4º - Slightly rotate the Vad trimpot clockwise (after a certain trimpot position, the lamp
should ascend);
5º - With Vad trimpot adjusted for maximum voltage and lamp lit, turn the trimpot U/F
clockwise (after a certain trimpot position, the U/F must act and the lamp will remain
on);
6º - Slightly rotate the Trimpot U/F counterclockwise (after a certain trimpot position,
the U/F should turn off and the lamp will remain on);
7º - With the lamp on, slowly turn the Vad trimpot counterclockwise (after a certain
trimpot position, the lamp should turn off);
8º - Turn off circuit breaker.
After all the steps according to the procedure, the equipment is functioning normally.

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DIMENSIONAL
DIMENSIONAL VOLTAGE REGULATOR (mm)

Side view

Front view

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SYMBOLOGY OF SERIGRAPHY
The GRTA-2D voltage regulator has some symbology in its terminals to meet the
international standard IEC61010-1 in its 5.1.2 clause with symbols which mean the
following:

Alternated Current

Continuous Current

Care!
Risk of Shock!
Don't Touch It!

Care!
Tension!
Don't Touch It!

Care!
Hot Surface!
Don't Touch It!

FIRST USE
The GRT7-TH4E/PE voltage regulator must be handled by a trained technician. Before
starting the connection make sure that the regulator is suitable for use with the generator
checking the feature label. Also make sure that existing protections.

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DISCONNECTION
With the U/F protection set correctly, the generator shutdown is done by shutting down
the primary machine.

To turn off only the equipment without turning off the primary machine just turn off the
circuit breaker item 3 of the connection diagrams because terminal 3 is the power supply,
without it the regulator will not excite the excitation field of the generator, causing the
output voltage of the generator to decrease until it reaches its current voltage due to the
residual magnetism of the generator. Do not perform any disconnection procedure
without turning off the primary machine until the generator rotation is 0 rpm.

This equipment has no control over the primary machine, so it has no device for shutting
down the machine. To perform any access to the equipment turn off the generator so
that there is no residual voltage present in the equipment terminals, thus allowing
possible access to the voltage regulator. The label below is provided in printed form in
adhesive form together with the equipment when it is purchased. This label should be
glued to the access door or cover of the place where the voltage regulator will be
installed.

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PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Periodic inspections of the equipment must be carried out to ensure that it is clean and
free from the accumulation of dust and other debris. The top of the equipment should be
checked to determine whether it is clean or dirty. It is important that all terminals and wire
connections are kept corrosion-free.

Only persons properly trained and authorized by the manufacturer are authorized to
maintain this equipment because improper intervention by an unqualified person may
cause damage to the equipment and generator.
To perform equipment cleaning, disconnect the equipment from the generator in
accordance with the safety standards described in this manual.

ONLY REMOVE THE EQUIPMENT WITH THE MACHINE FULLY STILL!

The equipment can be cleaned with a dry flannel, or a brush until it removes all dust and
accumulated debris.

Any damage that occurs to the equipment that makes it impossible to operate the voltage
regulator to our technical assistance to which it will evaluate and analyze it.

Do not perform any kind of repair or repair on this equipment, as only our technical
assistance is responsible for this type of maintenance.

As shown in the 1st paragraph, maintenance may be carried out by qualified personnel
in the voltage regulator and cleaning the equipment, as set out above.

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RISK REDUCTION
To reduce electrical hazards and burn hazards due to the high temperature present in
some components of the equipment, and the operator is able to freely access the
equipment should be disconnected from the primary machine (which drives the
generator) and the regulator power is disconnected, so the electrical hazards are taken
to zero because there will be no voltage reaching the equipment terminals, the only risk
it still has is the high temperature present in some components of the circuit and can be
attenuated if you wait a few minutes until the surface of the equipment cools and the
trained professional can access the equipment immediately after.

Try to execute the connections as described in this manual because as already

mentioned, if the equipment is connected incorrectly or in a manner different from that
specified in the diagrams described inthis manual the equipment may be permanently
damaged, as well as the generator in which it will be connected, and the generator and
voltage regulator may burn, compromising the protections of the equipment increasing
the safety risks (shocks, voltaic arcs, high temperatures).

The protection provided by the equipment may be impaired if it is not used in accordance
with the one specified in the manual.

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NOTES TO THE PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR MAINTENANCE

AND INSTALLATION SERVICE
There are specific risks that may affect the operator responsible for the installation or
maintenance of the equipment being:

➢ Risk of electric shock burns due to heated surfaces of the equipment, incorrect
connections, use of the regulator in a system or application not described in the
manual.

In order for you to obtain more security and do not run any of these risks measured
above, protective measures must be taken for such risks. Check the previous chapter
to learn how to reduce these risks.

Check the safety status of the equipment after repair, such as:

➢ Check after maintenance procedures that all connections have been made
properly and are secure.

➢ Check that the terminals of the peripherals are inaccessible.

➢ Check that the voltage regulator has been properly fixed.

➢ Check that the location where the equipment is installed has been properly
closed, so that it can only be accessed again with the use of a tool.

➢ Check the connections if they are correct as described in diagrams dand

connection in this manual.

➢ Check that the cables and connectors are meeting the specifications mentioned
in the manual.

➢ Check that the equipment is operating within the nominal conditions set out in
the manual.

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WARRANTY TERM
1. Warranty time: 12 months.
2. For the granting of a guarantee, all requirements below must be observed and satisfied:
2.1. The transport, handling and storage of the equipment shall be appropriate;
2.2. The installation must be done correctly and within the specified environmental conditions,
without the presence of unforeseen aggressive agents;
2.3. The condition of the network on which the equipment was installed must be within the
specified limits;
2.4. There shall be evidence of periodic carrying out of appropriate preventive maintenance;
2.5. The equipment must not have undergone atmospheric discharges, overvoltages or
overcurrents above the specified limits;
2.6. Repairs and/or modifications to the equipment, if carried out, must be carried out by
persons/professionals formally authorized by G-MEYER COMPONENTS, who must have
technical qualification for the desideratum;
2.7. The buyer shall immediately notify G-MEYER COMPONENTS of defects in the
equipment and make it available for analysis in order to identify whether the anomalies are
manufacturing defects.
2.8. Any and all adaptations to be performed in the application software, when provided, shall
be previously reviewed and authorized in writing by G-MEYER COMPONENTS, under penalty
of loss of warranty. G-MEYER COMPONENTS is exempt from any liability for system
malfunction altered by unauthorized persons.
3. The judgment of the requirements for the granting of warranty shall be the responsibility of
the engineering and commercial departments of G-MEYER COMPONENTS, based on the
information obtained from the customer and analysis of the equipment.
4. Not included in the Warranty:
4.1. Disassembly services at the buyer's premises;
4.2. Transportation costs, transportation, lodging and food services for the technicians of the
G-MEYER COMPONENTS;
4.3. Components whose useful life, in normal use, is shorter than the warranty period;
4.4. The following components are also excluded: FUSES, LAMPS, TIRISTORES,
POWER TRANSITORs, POWER DIODES AND VARISTORES;
5. Repair and/or replacement of parts or products, at G-MEYER COMPONENTS' discretion,
during the warranty period, does not extend the original warranty period;
6. This warranty is limited to the product supplied, and G-MEYER COMPONENTS is not
responsible for damage to persons, third parties, other equipment, facilities and profits;
7. Removal of the identification label and/or serial number will result in the loss of the warranty.
G-MEYER COMPONENTS reserves the right to change the technical characteristics of its
products, as well as information, without notice.

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PROBLEMS, CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS

Defect Cause Solution
Adjust Trimpot StbD
counterclockwise and rotate
Misfit dynamics.
StbPI clockwise until
Generated voltage adjusted.
oscillates to empty Check that the U/f limiter is
Generator excitation working if you are increasing
voltage too low. the rotation of the primary
machine.
Voltage oscillates Eliminate auxiliary coil and
Third harmonic of
at a specific load connect according to
high auxiliary coil.
point diagram.
With the regulator on, use
Residual voltage too
external battery (12Vcc) to
low.
force excitation (*).
Generator does Posts F+ and F-
Reverse F+ and F-.
not stool inverted.
Adjust the voltage reference
Low or disconnected
to the nominal generator
feedback voltage.
specification.
Check that the generator
phases are present in the
Wrong connection.
feedback and that the
connection is in manual.
Defective electronic Check the operation of the
Voltage fires circuit regulator with the bench test.

Feedback voltage
Exchange it for another model
incompatible with the
that meets the application.
regulator.

(*) For generator panel battery where the generator neutral is grounded, independent battery
should always be used.

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