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Sices GC250 - User Manual

Sices GC250
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File name: EAAM057703EN.docx
Rev. 03 Date: 04/08/2020
Document ID: EAAM0577
Product: GC250

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Summary

Preface and Manual Handling

Manual Availability and Reference

Manual must be kept accessible for quick reference by users.

Manual Reading and Understanding

Users and maintenance personnel must read and understand the manual.

Lost or Damaged Manual Procedure

Request replacement copy from manufacturer with device details.

Safety Information and Warnings

Accident Prevention and Safety Rules

Follow safety rules to avoid accidents during operations.

Safety Message Indicators

Indicates symbols used for WARNING and INFORMATION safety messages.

Maintenance and Disposal Procedures

Qualified Maintenance and Front Panel Cleaning

Maintenance by qualified personnel; front panel cleaning with soft cloth.

Electrical Equipment Disposal Guidelines

Recycle old electrical equipment at a special facility.

General Information

Manual Scope for GC250 Controller

This manual describes the GC250 controller.

Definitions of Key Controller Terms (Part 1)

Definitions: BLOCK, DEACTIVATION, WARNING

Defines BLOCK, DEACTIVATION, and WARNING states of the generator.

Definitions: MAINS, GENERATOR, LOADS, MCB, GCB, CANBUS

Defines MAINS, GENERATOR, LOADS, MCB, GCB circuit breakers, and CANBUS interface.

Definitions of Application Types (Part 2)

Definitions: ISLAND, SPM, SSB Applications

Defines ISLAND, SPM (Single Prime Mover), and SSB (Single Stand By) applications.

Main Functions Overview

Front Panel Layout and Controls

Description of the GC250 front panel, including buttons and indicators.

Button Functionality Details

Navigation and Mode Selection Buttons

UP, DOWN, AUTO, START/MANUALE button operations for navigation and mode control.

Engine Control and Special Function Buttons

STOP/OFF-RESET button for engine stop, LAMP TEST, and programming access.

Indicator Meanings and Status

Operational Mode Indicators

STOP, AUTO, START indicators show operating modes like OFF/RESET, AUTO, MAN.

System Status Indicators

ALARM and ENGINE RUNNING indicators signal anomalies and engine operational state.

Multifunction Display Operations

Display Lighting and Contrast Adjustment

Controls for backlighting, auto-off, and display contrast adjustment.

Navigating Display Modes

Methods to scroll through and select display modes like PROGRAM and STATUS.

Display Area and Status Bar Information

Display Area Structure

Layout of the display, divided into top status bar and data area.

Top Status Bar Content

Contains mode identifier, page identifier, and current operating mode.

Display Modes: Programming Function

PROGRAM Mode Access and Warnings

Accessing PROGRAM mode, parameter change warnings, and button function changes.

Access Codes and Security Levels

Managing access codes for parameter programming (Manufacturer, Installer, User).

Parameter and String Setting Procedures

Modifying Numerical Parameters

Procedure for changing parameter values using AUTO, UP, and DOWN buttons.

Modifying Alphanumeric String Parameters

Steps for editing string parameters using cursor and navigation buttons.

Configuring Protections and Alarms Parameters

Setting parameters for system protections and alarms, including trip times.

Exiting the PROGRAM Function

Status Information Overview (S.XX)

S.01 Status and S.02 Anomalies Pages

Displaying system status, operating modes, and anomaly alerts.

Detailed Status Information Pages

S.03 Communication Status (USB;CANBUS)

Monitoring USB and CANBUS communication status and errors.

S.04 Controller and S.05 Digital Inputs

Viewing controller info, digital input logic, and physical states.

Output and Analogue Input Status Pages

S.06 Digital Outputs Status

Monitoring digital output logic and physical states.

S.07 Analogue Inputs Status

Viewing analogue input status, voltage, and ohm measurements.

Electrical Measurements (M.XX)

System and Mains Measurements

M.01 System, M.02 Mains 1, M.03 Mains 2 pages for system layout and mains data.

Generator and Power Measurements

M.04 Generator 1, M.05 Generator 2, M.06 Currents, M.07 Powers 1, M.08 Powers 2.

Energy Metering (M.09)

M.09 Energy page for active and reactive energy consumption.

Engine Measurements (E.XX)

Basic Engine Parameters (E.01, E.02)

E.01 Engine 1: oil pressure, coolant temp, speed. E.02 Engine 2: battery voltage, fuel level.

Engine Counters and Hours (E.03)

E.03 Counters for crank cycles and running hours (clearable and total).

Advanced Engine and System Data (E.XX)

CANBUS Engine Data (E.04-E.10)

Measurements acquired via CANBUS, dependent on ECU model.

Maintenance and Exhaust Gas Data (E.11-E.15)

E.11 Maintenance for fuel pump; E.12-15 for exhaust gas treatment.

Customizable ECU Pages (E.16-E.21)

E.16-21 for customized measurements specific to the ECU.

History Logs and Event Recording (H.XX)

Accessing and Selecting History Archives

Navigating to and selecting different types of historical archives.

History Archive Types: Events, Analogues, DTC

Details on Events, Fast Analogues, Slow Analogues, and Engine-DTC archives.

Operating Principles and Plant Types

SSB (Single Stand By) System Description

Description and components of a standard emergency system with mains and generator.

SPM (Single Prime Mover) System Description

Description and components of an 'island' system with generator only.

Operational Mode Logic and Control

Automatic Mode Operation Logic

Managing start-up, circuit breaker, and stop sequences based on 'start inhibition'.

Manual Mode Operation Logic

Operator control of engine start/stop and load switching via buttons or inputs.

Controller Operating Modes Details

Off;Reset and Automatic Modes Functionality

Functionality of Off/Reset mode and primary tasks of Automatic mode.

Automatic Mode: Mains Failure and Return Sequences

Sequences for generator start-up on mains failure and load transfer back to mains.

Manual Mode Operation Procedures

Manual Operation without External Input

Operator-managed engine start and changeover, or automatic activation.

Manual Operation with External Input

Using digital inputs for circuit breaker management in manual mode.

Test Mode Functionality and Procedures

Purpose and Execution of Test Mode

Testing generator start-up and operation for emergency preparedness.

Test Mode Scenarios and Anomaly Handling

Running without load transfer, and automatic mode switch on mains anomaly.

Date;Time Setting and Functions

Setting the Controllers Date and Time

Accessing and modifying date/time via the PROGRAM menu.

Fuel Pump Operation Control

Selecting Fuel Pump Operating Modes

Choosing between AUTO and MAN-ON modes for fuel pump management.

Fuel Pump and Energy Saving Features

MAN-OFF Fuel Pump Mode

Disables the fuel pump; automatically set with fuel pump warning.

Energy Saving Mode Activation

Reduces power consumption when genset is stopped, with automatic or manual activation.

Sices GC250 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSices
ModelGC250
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

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