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Generac Power Systems Digital Controller R-200A User Manual

Generac Power Systems Digital Controller R-200A
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TECHNICAL
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R-200A Digital Controller
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Generac Power Systems Digital Controller R-200A Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGenerac Power Systems
ModelDigital Controller R-200A
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Rules

General Hazards

General safety recommendations for installation, servicing, and operation.

Electrical Hazards

Warnings about dangerous electrical voltages and shock hazards.

Fire Hazards

Safety guidelines for fire prevention during installation and maintenance.

General Information

Introduction to R-200A Controller

Overview of the R-200A controller, engine types, and capabilities.

Control Board DIP Switch & Jumper Settings

Configuration settings via DIP switches and jumpers for generator operation.

Jumper JMP1/S2 and LED Indicators

Details on jumper settings for engine displacement and front panel LED indicators.

Generator Status Conditions and LEDs

Table mapping operating conditions to LED states and switch positions.

Generator Operation

Generator Operation Overview

How the R-200A controller manages generator startup, running, and monitoring.

Engine Timing Specifications

Nominal engine timing for Natural Gas (NG) and LP fuel types.

Utility Failure and Transfer Process

Process for generator start-up on utility failure and transfer back on restoration.

Manual and Auto Mode Operation

Explanation of generator operation in Manual and Auto modes.

Exercise Mode Overview

How the generator performs weekly exercise cycles.

Utility Restoration and Shutdown

Process of load transfer back to utility and generator shutdown.

Cranking and Re-crank Sequences

Initial cranking cycles, failure detection, and re-crank attempts.

Active Alarms and Latched Shutdowns

Handling of latched shutdowns and requirements for manual intervention.

Normal vs. Low Speed Exercise Modes

Description of Normal and Low Speed exercise modes.

Automatic Start on Utility Failure

How the unit automatically starts upon utility failure.

LED Indicators and Fault Diagnostics

System Ready and Low Fuel Indicators

Status of Green System Ready and Yellow Low Fuel Pressure LEDs.

Low Battery and Low Oil Pressure Indicators

Status of Red LEDs for Low Battery and Low Oil Pressure faults.

Coolant Level and Temperature Indicators

Status of LEDs for High Coolant Temperature and Low Coolant Level.

Overspeed and Overcrank Indicators

Status of Red LEDs indicating Overspeed and Overcrank conditions.

RPM Signal Failure and Invalid Settings

Indicates RPM signal loss or incorrect DIP switch settings.

Alarm Cancel Procedure

Procedure to turn off latched fault LEDs by switching to OFF.

Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) Mode

ATS Mode Functionality

Generator operation with an ATS for utility monitoring and load transfer.

ATS Connection Diagram

Wiring diagram for connecting the generator to an ATS.

Engineered Transfer Switch (GTS) Mode

GTS Mode Operation

Generator operation with a W-type transfer switch for control.

GTS Mode Control Logic

How the control board responds to switch positions in GTS mode.

GTS Connection Diagram

Wiring diagram for connecting the generator to a W-type transfer switch.

Voltage Regulator Adjustment

Voltage Regulator Settings

Information regarding factory settings of the voltage regulator.

Battery Chargers

Battery Charger Types and Specifications

Overview of 2 Amp and 10 Amp battery charger types and general specs.

2A, 12VDC Battery Charger Details

Specifications, LED indicators, and connections for the 2A charger.

10A, 12VDC Battery Charger Details

Specifications, LED indicators, and connections for the 10A charger.

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