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4900 Load Bank
User Manual

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Summary

PROPRIETARY NOTE

Proprietary Information

Details the proprietary nature of the document's content.

WARRANTY

Limited Warranty Information

Mentions warranty details are on the last page.

SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

Warning and Caution Statements

Explains the meaning and importance of warning and caution statements.

General Safety and Hazard Information

Covers general safety, hazards, operator recommendations, and maintenance precautions.

SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

Operator Recommendations and Precautions

Lists operator recommendations and maintenance/operation precautions.

SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

Emergency Procedures and Installation Safety

Details emergency shutdown, fire safety, and installation code adherence.

DESCRIPTION

Unit Overview and Blower System

Describes the load bank, its blowers, and monitoring systems.

DESCRIPTION

Safety Cautions and Construction Features

Covers safety notes, unit construction, and general features.

DESCRIPTION

Operational Warnings and Control Panels

Details operational warnings and the functions of control panels.

INSTALLATION

Pre-Installation Inspection and Warnings

Covers inspection, critical warnings, and initial site considerations.

INSTALLATION

Location, Clearance, and Mounting Guidelines

Details site requirements, clearances, and mounting advice.

INSTALLATION

Installation Diagrams and Airflow Notes

Includes clearance diagrams, location notes, and airflow considerations.

INSTALLATION

Airflow Issues, Heaters, and Control Panel Wiring

Discusses airflow problems, enclosure heaters, and control panel wiring.

INSTALLATION

Motor and Load Connections

Details fan/blower motor and load connection procedures.

INSTALLATION

Grounding and Installation Checkout Procedure

Covers grounding and the initial checkout process.

INSTALLATION

Checkout Procedure Details and Wiring Specs

Lists detailed checkout steps and control wiring requirements.

INSTALLATION

Control Power and Safety Circuit Testing

Explains energizing control power and testing safety circuits.

INSTALLATION

Final Installation Checkout and Support

Concludes checkout and provides contact info for installation support.

OPERATION

Operating Instructions and Cautions

Directs to IHT guide and lists operational cautions.

OPERATION

Blower Safety and Operational Warnings

Emphasizes blower importance and provides operational warnings.

ESD PRECAUTIONARY GUIDELINES

ESD Handling and Safety Practices

Covers ESD risks and recommended safe handling procedures.

MAINTENANCE

Maintenance Overview, Safety, and Daily Checks

Discusses maintenance importance, safety, and daily checks.

MAINTENANCE

Scheduled Maintenance Tasks

Details three-month and annual maintenance procedures.

MAINTENANCE

Parts Replacement and Fuse Caution

Covers component replacement and specific fuse handling advice.

REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

Parts List Introduction and Reference Designators

Explains the parts list content and how to use reference designators.

REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

Replacement Parts Listing

Provides a detailed table of replaceable parts with P/N and quantity.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Servicing Notes and Power Issues

Covers servicing advice and troubleshooting power-on failures.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Blower and Fan Troubleshooting

Addresses issues with blowers, indicators, and fan blades.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Load, Contactor, and Rated Load Issues

Troubleshoots load energization, contactor chattering, and rated load problems.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Fuse Issues Troubleshooting

Lists causes and remedies for blown fuses.

DRAWINGS

Proprietary Information Reminder

Reinforces the proprietary nature of the document contents.

LIMITED WARRANTY

General Warranty and Terms

Outlines the general warranty and its two-year terms.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Warranty Conditions and Exclusions

Details warranty conditions, exclusions, and limitations.

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

Load Contactors and Control Panel Wiring

Shows load contactor schematics and manual control panel wiring.

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

Control Circuitry and Safety Interlocks

Details control circuits, relays, and safety interlock schematics.

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

Sigma Controller Interface and Panel

Illustrates Sigma controller inputs, outputs, and control panel interface.

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

Manual Control Panel Functions

Shows manual panel functions for blower and load control.

LOAD BANK K975 A SCHEMATIC

Resistive Load Bank Schematics

Displays schematics for various resistive load bank configurations.

RESISTOR ASSEMBLY

Resistor Assembly Diagrams and Parts List

Provides diagrams and material lists for resistor assemblies.

INTRODUCTION

Froment Intelligent Hand-held Terminal (IHT) Overview

Introduces the IHT and its purpose for controlling load banks.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Froment Load Bank Safety Precautions

General safety advice for operating Froment load banks and equipment.

THE FROMENT SIGMA IHT

IHT Features and Specifications

Describes the IHT's enclosure, keyboard, LCD screen, and control interface.

IHT Operation Principles

Explains how the IHT synchronizes load events and shares load.

CONNECTING THE IHT TO THE LOAD BANK

IHT to Load Bank Connection

Details connecting the IHT to load banks using Sigma data cables.

Load Bank Numbering and Cable Testing

Explains load bank numbering and Sigma data cable testing.

THE IHT KEYPAD

IHT Keypad Layout and Functions

Describes the function keys, quadrant keys, and LED status lamp.

IHT MENU DISPLAY SYSTEM

LCD Display and Help System

Explains the LCD screen, context-sensitive help, and navigation.

SIGMA STATUS MESSAGES

Status Messages and Error Handling

Shows typical status messages and lists common errors and causes.

USING THE SIGMA IHT

Quick-Start Guide and Testing Assumptions

Introduces quick-start tests and outlines general assumptions for operation.

IHT QUICK START SEQUENCE

Initiating Tests and Setting Supply Values

Guides on starting tests and setting supply parameters like kVA and PF.

Applying Load and Load Correction

Explains how to apply load, adjust values, and use load correction.

USING THE SETTINGS PAGES

Settings 1-2: Supply On Test Details

Describes the page for setting supply parameters like voltage and frequency.

Settings 2-2: Load Bank Capacity and Options

Details load bank capacity and access to operation options.

SETTINGS 1-2: SUPPLY ON TEST

Setting Supply Rating Values

Explains how to set voltage, frequency, and phase number.

CHECKING THE RATING VALUES

Comparing Settings to Generator Rating Plate

Verifies IHT settings against the generator's rating plate.

EDITING SUPPLY RATING VALUES

Editing Supply Parameters

Guides on adjusting kVA, PF, voltage, and frequency.

Insufficient Capacity Warning

Explains the warning symbol for inadequate load bank capacity.

SETTINGS 2-2: LOAD BANK

Checking Connected Load Banks

Guides on verifying connected load banks and clearing errors.

THE OPTIONS PAGES

Control Options Configuration

Settings for ramp down, cyclic tests, and total test time.

Display Options Configuration

Settings for LCD contrast and language.

Loading Options Configuration

Settings for load correction, contactor delay, and stall protection.

Resolution Options Configuration

Settings for load control and instrumentation resolution.

Serial Port Options Configuration

Settings for printer and Modbus communications.

OPTIONS 1-5: CONTROL

Ramp Down, Cyclic Test, and Total Time Options

Configures load behavior during reject, auto test repetition, and time display.

OPTIONS 2-5: DISPLAY

LCD Contrast and Language Settings

Adjusts screen contrast and selects the interface language.

OPTIONS 3-5: LOADING

Load Correction, Contactor Delay, Stall Protection

Optimizes load application and protects the generator.

OPTIONS 4-5: RESOLUTION

Load Control and Instrumentation Resolution

Sets resolution for load selection and instrumentation readings.

OPTIONS 5-5: SERIAL PORT

Printer and Modbus Configuration

Configures serial port for printer output or Modbus communication.

Disabling Serial Port Functionality

Turns off printer and disables Modbus communications.

THE TEST PAGES

Navigating Through Test Pages

Guides on cycling through the four available test pages.

TEST 1-4: AVR AND GOVERNOR ADJUSTMENT SETUP

Real-time Supply Voltage and Frequency

Displays real-time supply voltage and frequency for initial setup.

TEST 2-4: FULL LOAD TESTING (LINE TO LINE)

RMS Line Voltages and Current Measurements

Shows RMS line-to-line voltages and currents for full load testing.

TEST 3-4: FULL LOAD TESTING (PHASE TO NEUTRAL)

RMS Phase Voltages and Current Measurements

Displays RMS phase-to-neutral voltages and currents for testing.

TEST 4-4: TRANSIENT RESPONSE DISPLAY

Voltage and Frequency Error Graphs

Captures and displays voltage/frequency errors for transient response analysis.

ASSESSING SUPPLY PERFORMANCE

Generator Performance Classification (ISO8528)

Defines generator performance classes based on ISO8528 standards.

TEST SCREEN STATUS BAR

Understanding the Test Screen Status Bar

Explains the information provided in the status bar during tests.

MANUAL TEST MODE

Manual Test Mode Overview

Provides direct, real-time control of load bank operation.

Using Load Correction Functionality

Explains how the IHT performs closed-loop load correction.

SETTING THE LOAD VALUES

Setting Load Percentage, kVA, and Power Factor

Guides on adjusting load percentage, kVA, and power factor values.

SETTING THE LOAD VALUES

Adjusting Load Percentage

How to set the load percentage using the IHT's keys.

Adjusting kVA and Power Factor Values

How to adjust kVA and power factor values using the IHT.

APPLYING THE LOAD

Applying Selected Load and Correction

How to apply load, calculate correction, and distribute it across banks.

Adjusting Load During a Live Test

Fine-tuning load values while a test is running.

REJECTING THE LOAD

Rejecting Load and Initiating Fan Delay

Uses 'O' to reject load and start fan delay for equipment cooling.

AUTOMATIC TEST MODE

Setting Up Automatic Test Sequences

Guides on creating and configuring pre-programmed load sequences.

EDITING THE AUTOMATIC TEST SEQUENCE

Editing Test Sequence Parameters

Details how to specify load, power factor, and duration for each stage.

Handling Unfulfillable Load Warnings

Addresses warnings when a load bank cannot meet specified settings.

EDITING THE TEST SEQUENCE

Programming Test Sequence Stages

Step-by-step instructions for programming test sequence stages.

RUNNING THE AUTOMATIC SEQUENCE

Running and Pausing Automatic Tests

Guides on starting, pausing, and resuming automatic test sequences.

Adjusting Load During Automatic Test

Fine-tuning load values during an automatic test sequence.

Summary

PROPRIETARY NOTE

Proprietary Information

Details the proprietary nature of the document's content.

WARRANTY

Limited Warranty Information

Mentions warranty details are on the last page.

SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

Warning and Caution Statements

Explains the meaning and importance of warning and caution statements.

General Safety and Hazard Information

Covers general safety, hazards, operator recommendations, and maintenance precautions.

SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

Operator Recommendations and Precautions

Lists operator recommendations and maintenance/operation precautions.

SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

Emergency Procedures and Installation Safety

Details emergency shutdown, fire safety, and installation code adherence.

DESCRIPTION

Unit Overview and Blower System

Describes the load bank, its blowers, and monitoring systems.

DESCRIPTION

Safety Cautions and Construction Features

Covers safety notes, unit construction, and general features.

DESCRIPTION

Operational Warnings and Control Panels

Details operational warnings and the functions of control panels.

INSTALLATION

Pre-Installation Inspection and Warnings

Covers inspection, critical warnings, and initial site considerations.

INSTALLATION

Location, Clearance, and Mounting Guidelines

Details site requirements, clearances, and mounting advice.

INSTALLATION

Installation Diagrams and Airflow Notes

Includes clearance diagrams, location notes, and airflow considerations.

INSTALLATION

Airflow Issues, Heaters, and Control Panel Wiring

Discusses airflow problems, enclosure heaters, and control panel wiring.

INSTALLATION

Motor and Load Connections

Details fan/blower motor and load connection procedures.

INSTALLATION

Grounding and Installation Checkout Procedure

Covers grounding and the initial checkout process.

INSTALLATION

Checkout Procedure Details and Wiring Specs

Lists detailed checkout steps and control wiring requirements.

INSTALLATION

Control Power and Safety Circuit Testing

Explains energizing control power and testing safety circuits.

INSTALLATION

Final Installation Checkout and Support

Concludes checkout and provides contact info for installation support.

OPERATION

Operating Instructions and Cautions

Directs to IHT guide and lists operational cautions.

OPERATION

Blower Safety and Operational Warnings

Emphasizes blower importance and provides operational warnings.

ESD PRECAUTIONARY GUIDELINES

ESD Handling and Safety Practices

Covers ESD risks and recommended safe handling procedures.

MAINTENANCE

Maintenance Overview, Safety, and Daily Checks

Discusses maintenance importance, safety, and daily checks.

MAINTENANCE

Scheduled Maintenance Tasks

Details three-month and annual maintenance procedures.

MAINTENANCE

Parts Replacement and Fuse Caution

Covers component replacement and specific fuse handling advice.

REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

Parts List Introduction and Reference Designators

Explains the parts list content and how to use reference designators.

REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

Replacement Parts Listing

Provides a detailed table of replaceable parts with P/N and quantity.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Servicing Notes and Power Issues

Covers servicing advice and troubleshooting power-on failures.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Blower and Fan Troubleshooting

Addresses issues with blowers, indicators, and fan blades.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Load, Contactor, and Rated Load Issues

Troubleshoots load energization, contactor chattering, and rated load problems.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Fuse Issues Troubleshooting

Lists causes and remedies for blown fuses.

DRAWINGS

Proprietary Information Reminder

Reinforces the proprietary nature of the document contents.

LIMITED WARRANTY

General Warranty and Terms

Outlines the general warranty and its two-year terms.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Warranty Conditions and Exclusions

Details warranty conditions, exclusions, and limitations.

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

Load Contactors and Control Panel Wiring

Shows load contactor schematics and manual control panel wiring.

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

Control Circuitry and Safety Interlocks

Details control circuits, relays, and safety interlock schematics.

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

Sigma Controller Interface and Panel

Illustrates Sigma controller inputs, outputs, and control panel interface.

SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

Manual Control Panel Functions

Shows manual panel functions for blower and load control.

LOAD BANK K975 A SCHEMATIC

Resistive Load Bank Schematics

Displays schematics for various resistive load bank configurations.

RESISTOR ASSEMBLY

Resistor Assembly Diagrams and Parts List

Provides diagrams and material lists for resistor assemblies.

INTRODUCTION

Froment Intelligent Hand-held Terminal (IHT) Overview

Introduces the IHT and its purpose for controlling load banks.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Froment Load Bank Safety Precautions

General safety advice for operating Froment load banks and equipment.

THE FROMENT SIGMA IHT

IHT Features and Specifications

Describes the IHT's enclosure, keyboard, LCD screen, and control interface.

IHT Operation Principles

Explains how the IHT synchronizes load events and shares load.

CONNECTING THE IHT TO THE LOAD BANK

IHT to Load Bank Connection

Details connecting the IHT to load banks using Sigma data cables.

Load Bank Numbering and Cable Testing

Explains load bank numbering and Sigma data cable testing.

THE IHT KEYPAD

IHT Keypad Layout and Functions

Describes the function keys, quadrant keys, and LED status lamp.

IHT MENU DISPLAY SYSTEM

LCD Display and Help System

Explains the LCD screen, context-sensitive help, and navigation.

SIGMA STATUS MESSAGES

Status Messages and Error Handling

Shows typical status messages and lists common errors and causes.

USING THE SIGMA IHT

Quick-Start Guide and Testing Assumptions

Introduces quick-start tests and outlines general assumptions for operation.

IHT QUICK START SEQUENCE

Initiating Tests and Setting Supply Values

Guides on starting tests and setting supply parameters like kVA and PF.

Applying Load and Load Correction

Explains how to apply load, adjust values, and use load correction.

USING THE SETTINGS PAGES

Settings 1-2: Supply On Test Details

Describes the page for setting supply parameters like voltage and frequency.

Settings 2-2: Load Bank Capacity and Options

Details load bank capacity and access to operation options.

SETTINGS 1-2: SUPPLY ON TEST

Setting Supply Rating Values

Explains how to set voltage, frequency, and phase number.

CHECKING THE RATING VALUES

Comparing Settings to Generator Rating Plate

Verifies IHT settings against the generator's rating plate.

EDITING SUPPLY RATING VALUES

Editing Supply Parameters

Guides on adjusting kVA, PF, voltage, and frequency.

Insufficient Capacity Warning

Explains the warning symbol for inadequate load bank capacity.

SETTINGS 2-2: LOAD BANK

Checking Connected Load Banks

Guides on verifying connected load banks and clearing errors.

THE OPTIONS PAGES

Control Options Configuration

Settings for ramp down, cyclic tests, and total test time.

Display Options Configuration

Settings for LCD contrast and language.

Loading Options Configuration

Settings for load correction, contactor delay, and stall protection.

Resolution Options Configuration

Settings for load control and instrumentation resolution.

Serial Port Options Configuration

Settings for printer and Modbus communications.

OPTIONS 1-5: CONTROL

Ramp Down, Cyclic Test, and Total Time Options

Configures load behavior during reject, auto test repetition, and time display.

OPTIONS 2-5: DISPLAY

LCD Contrast and Language Settings

Adjusts screen contrast and selects the interface language.

OPTIONS 3-5: LOADING

Load Correction, Contactor Delay, Stall Protection

Optimizes load application and protects the generator.

OPTIONS 4-5: RESOLUTION

Load Control and Instrumentation Resolution

Sets resolution for load selection and instrumentation readings.

OPTIONS 5-5: SERIAL PORT

Printer and Modbus Configuration

Configures serial port for printer output or Modbus communication.

Disabling Serial Port Functionality

Turns off printer and disables Modbus communications.

THE TEST PAGES

Navigating Through Test Pages

Guides on cycling through the four available test pages.

TEST 1-4: AVR AND GOVERNOR ADJUSTMENT SETUP

Real-time Supply Voltage and Frequency

Displays real-time supply voltage and frequency for initial setup.

TEST 2-4: FULL LOAD TESTING (LINE TO LINE)

RMS Line Voltages and Current Measurements

Shows RMS line-to-line voltages and currents for full load testing.

TEST 3-4: FULL LOAD TESTING (PHASE TO NEUTRAL)

RMS Phase Voltages and Current Measurements

Displays RMS phase-to-neutral voltages and currents for testing.

TEST 4-4: TRANSIENT RESPONSE DISPLAY

Voltage and Frequency Error Graphs

Captures and displays voltage/frequency errors for transient response analysis.

ASSESSING SUPPLY PERFORMANCE

Generator Performance Classification (ISO8528)

Defines generator performance classes based on ISO8528 standards.

TEST SCREEN STATUS BAR

Understanding the Test Screen Status Bar

Explains the information provided in the status bar during tests.

MANUAL TEST MODE

Manual Test Mode Overview

Provides direct, real-time control of load bank operation.

Using Load Correction Functionality

Explains how the IHT performs closed-loop load correction.

SETTING THE LOAD VALUES

Setting Load Percentage, kVA, and Power Factor

Guides on adjusting load percentage, kVA, and power factor values.

SETTING THE LOAD VALUES

Adjusting Load Percentage

How to set the load percentage using the IHT's keys.

Adjusting kVA and Power Factor Values

How to adjust kVA and power factor values using the IHT.

APPLYING THE LOAD

Applying Selected Load and Correction

How to apply load, calculate correction, and distribute it across banks.

Adjusting Load During a Live Test

Fine-tuning load values while a test is running.

REJECTING THE LOAD

Rejecting Load and Initiating Fan Delay

Uses 'O' to reject load and start fan delay for equipment cooling.

AUTOMATIC TEST MODE

Setting Up Automatic Test Sequences

Guides on creating and configuring pre-programmed load sequences.

EDITING THE AUTOMATIC TEST SEQUENCE

Editing Test Sequence Parameters

Details how to specify load, power factor, and duration for each stage.

Handling Unfulfillable Load Warnings

Addresses warnings when a load bank cannot meet specified settings.

EDITING THE TEST SEQUENCE

Programming Test Sequence Stages

Step-by-step instructions for programming test sequence stages.

RUNNING THE AUTOMATIC SEQUENCE

Running and Pausing Automatic Tests

Guides on starting, pausing, and resuming automatic test sequences.

Adjusting Load During Automatic Test

Fine-tuning load values during an automatic test sequence.

Asco 4900 Load Bank Specifications

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BrandAsco
Model4900 Load Bank
CategoryProtection Device
LanguageEnglish

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