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11. REMOTE START SWITCH CIRCUITS: Field wiring terminals are provided on the
controller so that optional remote start switches such as Remote Pushbutton Stations,
Deluge Valve Switch, the Fire Alarm Switch, etc., may be used to start the engine. Two (2)
sets of terminals are provided. Terminals #15 and #16 are used for remote manual start
pushbuttons (close to start). Terminals #13 and #14 are used for remote Deluge Valve
Switch or other remote automatic start switches (open to start). Upon automatic start from
this type of switch, the engine will be stopped either automatically after the demand switch
de-activates and Engine Run Timer times out, or manually at the Controller. Terminals #13
and #14 must have a jumper installed if a remote Deluge switch is not to be used. When the
controller is shipped from the factory terminals #13 and #14 will have a jumper installed.
12. POWER FAILURE STARTING (OPTION P): To test this optional feature, disconnect
normal 120 V.A.C. to the Controller. After the set time delay (2TR), the Controller will
commence cranking the engine. The "Charger or AC Failure" lamp will illuminate and
alarm will sound without delay.
13. NORMAL OPERATION – AUTOMATIC: Place control switch in "Auto" position.
Green "Auto" light will illuminate and engine will automatically start upon drop in
pressure or operation of other start switches. If provided with "Manual" stop feature the
engine must be turned off at the Controller. The engine will also start periodically from the
Program Clock and run for length of time set on the Program Clock, then stop. On
"Automatic" stop Controllers, upon termination of the demand signal, the engine will run
for the length of time left on the Engine Run Timer and then will stop automatically.
14. ADJUST SEQUENTIAL START TIMERS WHEN OPTION S IS SUPPLIED FOR
MULTIPLE PUMP INSTALLATION: Normally, the leading pump Controller will not
have a delay timer and will commence cranking the engine immediately upon operation of a
demand signal (other than Power Failure which is time delayed). The subsequent
Controllers will have a solid state time delay relay (3TR) which is adjustable from 0 to 100
seconds. Each delay relay should be set with progressively longer times on each
subsequent pump. The recommended time interval is ten (10) to fifteen (15) seconds;
however, this may be extended or shortened as required by the local authorities having
jurisdiction. If the length of adjustment time required is other than 0 to 100 seconds, a
suitable timer can be supplied.
16. LOW FUEL SUPPLY (OPTION F): Field terminals have been provided for low fuel
level contacts. The Controller is arranged so the alarm will sound and the “Low Fuel” light
will illuminate when the low fuel contacts close. The alarm cannot be silenced until fuel
is added to the fuel tank.
17. PUMP ROOM ALARMS (OPTION K): Field terminals may be provided for various
inputs from pump room alarms. These alarms include: Low Fuel, Low Pump Room
Temperature, Reservoir Low, Reservoir Empty, Low Suction Pressure, Relief Valve
Discharge and/or Flow Meter On. The Controller is arranged so that the alarm will sound,
and the light will come on when alarm sensor contacts close. These pump room alarms can
be silenced with a push button mounted on the Controller.
PART V: TROUBLE SHOOTING HINTS
This Controller has been carefully engineered and built to give years of dependable, trouble-free service. However, for
various reasons difficulty may be encountered in the operation. Therefore, the following information is submitted as a
guide for locating troubles that are easily corrected. If the trouble proves to be beyond the scope of this manual, consult
the factory before proceeding further. NOTE: Check to see that all relays are firmly seated in their sockets. Also
verify that status light numbers 6, 7, and 8 are on.
A. ENGINE REFUSES TO CRANK
1. Check status lights 9 and 10 to see if controller is applying power to crank terminals. If
lights operate, problem is in the engine, or engine to controller wiring. If not, proceed to B.
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