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Engine control module (ecm) – Alpha Technologies ECM User Manual

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744-862-C0-003 Rev.C

Engine Control Module (ECM)

3.1

Alarms Classifications, continued

Auto Mode Disabled

Indicates the position of the ECM control select switch. When the

Run-Auto-Stop (RAS) switch is in a manual (STOP or RUN) position, the

ECM has no control over engine operation and therefore raises an alarm.

This is a hardware ‘lockout’ input and cannot be changed via status

monitoring.

Tamper

One of the doors on enclosure is open. The alarm clears when the door

is closed.

DC Bus Fault

Indicates that the power system DC bus voltage, as measured at the

ECM, is less than 1.95 volts per cell. This alarm clears automatically

when the bus voltage exceeds 2 volts above nominal (i.e., 50VDC in a

48V system).

Engine Disabled

Command to disable normal operation of the generator set. When set

to DISABLE the engine is shutdown and will remain so under all

conditions. A Minor Alarm indicator will be active if this switch is set to

DISABLE.

The engine is disabled by software after five consecutive "Low Fuel"

alarms or five consecutive "Control Fail" alarms. This alarm is cleared

by issuing a "Reset" command or when the "Manual Stop" switch is

activated.

3.2

Notifications

Additionally, the ECM will report the following "Notification" information.

Line Failure

The ECM’s determination of the state of AC line voltage. Loss of AC

utility input is one of the criteria for starting the generator.

Service Required

Indicates that routine maintenance of the engine - generator is overdue.

This alarm activates when Service Countdown reaches 0. It is cleared

by depressing the service timer reset button for five seconds. (Refer to

Section 5.2 "System Maintenance" for further information) .