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Preface 

 

DGC-2020ES 

 

 

12570 State Route 143 

Highland IL  62249-1074 USA 

www.basler.com

 

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Tel:  +1 618.654.2341 

Fax:  +1 618.654.2351 

 

© 2021 by Basler Electric 

All rights reserved 

First printing:  April 2017 

 

 

Warning!

 

READ THIS MANUAL. 

Read this manual before installing, operating, or maintaining the DGC-2020ES. 

Note all warnings, cautions, and notes in this manual as well as on the product. Keep this manual with 

the product for reference. Only qualified personnel should install, operate, or service this system. 

Failure to follow warning and cautionary labels may result in personal injury or property damage. 

Exercise caution at all times. 

 

 

Caution 

Installing previous versions of firmware may result in compatibility issues causing the inability to 

operate properly and may not have the enhancements and resolutions to issues that more recent 

versions provide. Basler Electric highly recommends using the latest version of firmware at all times. 

Using previous versions of firmware is at the user’s risk and may void the warranty of the unit. 

 

 

Basler Electric does not assume any responsibility to compliance or noncompliance with national code, local code, 

or any other applicable code. This manual serves as reference material that must be well understood prior to 

installation, operation, or maintenance. 

For terms of service relating to this product and software, see the 

Commercial Terms of Products and Services

 

document available at 

www.basler.com/terms

 

This publication contains confidential information of Basler Electric Company, an Illinois corporation. It is loaned for 

confidential use, subject to return on request, and with the mutual understanding that it will not be used in any 

manner detrimental to the interests of Basler Electric Company and used strictly for the purpose intended. 
It is not the intention of this manual to cover all details and variations in equipment, nor does this manual provide 

data for every possible contingency regarding installation or operation. The availability and design of all features 

and options are subject to modification without notice. Over time, improvements and revisions may be made to this 

publication. Before performing any of the following procedures, contact Basler Electric for the latest revision of this 

manual.

 

The English-language version of this manual serves as the only approved manual version. 

 

Summary of Contents for DGC-2020ES

Page 1: ... 143 Highland Illinois 62249 1074 USA Tel 1 618 654 2341 Fax 1 618 654 2351 www basler com info basler com Publication 9469200997 Rev C July 2021 DGC 2020ES Digital Genset Controller Accessories Instruction Manual ...

Page 2: ...ause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Please note that by posting this Proposition 65 warning we are notifying you that one or more of the Proposition 65 listed chemicals may be present in products we sell to you For more information about the specific chemicals found in this product please visit https www basler com Prop65 ...

Page 3: ... defined as follows Warning Warning boxes call attention to conditions or actions that may cause personal injury or death Caution Caution boxes call attention to operating conditions that may lead to equipment or property damage Note Note boxes emphasize important information pertaining to Digital Genset Controller installation or operation DGC 2020ES Instruction Manual Catalog Available instructi...

Page 4: ...ume any responsibility to compliance or noncompliance with national code local code or any other applicable code This manual serves as reference material that must be well understood prior to installation operation or maintenance For terms of service relating to this product and software see the Commercial Terms of Products and Services document available at www basler com terms This publication c...

Page 5: ...n History Manual Revision and Date Change C Jul 21 Removed CEM 2020 UL Recognition for use in Hazardous Locations Minor text edits B Nov 19 Removed Rev Letter from all pages Changed sequential numbering to sectional numbering Moved Instruction Manual Revision History into Preface Removed standalone Revision History chapter A1 Apr 19 Updated Proposition 65 statement A Sep 18 Updated output contacts...

Page 6: ...iv 9469200997 Revision History DGC 2020ES ...

Page 7: ...9469200997 v DGC 2020ES Contents Contents CEM 2020 1 1 Troubleshooting 2 1 ...

Page 8: ...vi 9469200997 Contents DGC 2020ES ...

Page 9: ... 500 ms Maximum Power Dissipation CEM 2020 14 W CEM 2020H 8 W Contact Inputs The CEM 2020 contains 10 programmable inputs that accept dry contacts Time from a CEM 2020 input application to Shut down the generator via an alarm 700 ms max Close a relay on board the DGC 2020ES 300 ms max Close a relay on board the CEM 2020 550 ms max Notes A CEM 2020 contact input is true on if the input is connected...

Page 10: ...er with many years of reliable service HALT subjects the device to extremes in temperature shock and vibration to simulate years of operation but in a much shorter period span HALT allows Basler Electric to evaluate all possible design elements that will add to the life of this device As an example of some of the extreme testing conditions the CEM 2020 was subjected to temperature tests tested ove...

Page 11: ...Electric Products with Respect to the Restriction of Hazardous Substances ROHS2 NFPA Compliance Designed to comply with NFPA Standard 110 Standard for Emergency and Standby Power EAC Mark Eurasian Conformity TC RUUS HO03 B 00742 Physical Dimensions See Installation later in this chapter Weight CEM 2020 2 25 lb 1 02 kg CEM 2020H 1 90 lb 0 86 kg Functional Description Contact Inputs The CEM 2020 pro...

Page 12: ...and if there is evidence of such immediately file a claim with the carrier and notify the Basler Electric regional sales office or your sales representative If the device is not installed immediately store it in the original shipping package in a moisture and dust free environment Mounting Contact Expansion Modules are contained in a potted plastic case and may be mounted in any convenient positio...

Page 13: ...9469200997 1 5 DGC 2020ES CEM 2020 Figure 1 1 CEM 2020 Overall Dimensions See Figure 1 2 for CEM 2020H overall dimensions All dimensions are shown in inches with millimeters in brackets ...

Page 14: ...th screw down compression terminals CEM 2020 connections are made with one 5 position connector two 18 position connectors and two 24 position connectors with screw down compression terminals These connectors plug into headers on the CEM 2020 The connectors and headers have dovetailed edges that ensure proper connector orientation The connectors and headers are uniquely keyed to ensure that the co...

Page 15: ...le A Bussmann ABC 7 fuse or equivalent is recommended Table 1 1 Operating Power Terminals Terminal Description P1 SHIELD Chassis ground connection P1 BATT Negative side of operating power input P1 BATT Positive side of operating power input Contact Inputs and Contact Outputs The CEM 2020 Figure 1 3 has 10 contact inputs and 24 contact outputs The CEM 2020H Figure 1 4 has 10 contact inputs and 18 c...

Page 16: ...ation between the Contact Expansion Module and the DGC 2020ES Connections between the CEM 2020 and DGC 2020ES should be made with twisted pair shielded cable CAN interface terminals are listed in Table 1 2 Refer to Figure 1 5 and Figure 1 6 Table 1 2 CAN Interface Terminals Terminal Description P1 HI CAN H CAN high connection yellow wire P1 LO CAN L CAN low connection green wire P1 SHIELD CAN drai...

Page 17: ... length not including stubs is 40 m 131 ft 4 The J1939 drain shield should be grounded at one point only If grounded elsewhere do not connect the drain to the CEM 2020 Figure 1 5 CAN Interface with CEM 2020 providing One End of the Bus Figure 1 6 CAN Interface with DGC 2020ES providing One End of the Bus DGC 2020ES CEM 2020 Optional P0067 96 Engine 120 ohm Termination CAN H CAN L Other Devices 120...

Page 18: ... Programmable Logic when None is selected for Alarm Configuration The Remote Contact Inputs screen is found in the BESTCOMSPlus Settings Explorer under the Programmable Inputs category If using the front panel navigate to Settings Programmable Inputs Configurable Inputs The BESTCOMSPlus Remote Contact Inputs screen is illustrated in Figure 1 7 Figure 1 7 Settings Explorer Programmable Inputs Remot...

Page 19: ...o repair procedures be attempted by anyone other than Basler Electric personnel Before returning the CEM 2020 for repair contact Basler Electric Technical Services Department at 618 654 2341 for a return authorization number Maintenance Preventive maintenance consists of periodically checking that the connections between the CEM 2020 and the system are clean and tight Storage This device contains ...

Page 20: ...1 12 9469200997 CEM 2020 DGC 2020ES ...

Page 21: ...ine is equipped with a Volvo or mtu ECU verify that the ECU Configuration setting is set to match the actual ECU configuration Inputs and Outputs Programmable Inputs Do Not Operate as Expected Step 1 Verify that all wiring is properly connected Refer to the Typical Connections chapter in the Installation manual Step 2 Confirm that the inputs are programmed properly Step 3 Ensure that the input at ...

Page 22: ...are correct Step 4 Confirm that the current sensing transformers are correct and properly installed Incorrect Display of Engine RPM Step 1 Verify that all wiring is properly connected Refer to the Typical Connections chapter in the Installation manual Step 2 Verify that the flywheel teeth setting is correct Step 3 Verify that the prime mover governor is operating properly Step 4 Verify that the me...

Page 23: ... verify that when the generator is running the GEN STABLE status LED is lit If necessary modify the settings on the SETTINGS BREAKER MANAGEMENT BUS CONDITION DETECTION screen Step 5 Verify the bus status is DEAD Check status by using the Metering Explorer in BESTCOMSPlus and verify that when the generator is running the BUS DEAD status LED is lit If necessary modify the settings on the SETTINGS BR...

Page 24: ... state if it is being commanded to open and close at the same time Step 4 Verify the breaker is receiving an open command Breaker open command sources are The DGC 2020ES itself when the automatic transfer ATS feature is enabled The DGC 2020ES itself when the RUN WITH LOAD logic element receives a Stop pulse in the programmable logic The DGC 2020ES itself when shutting down the engine due to an act...

Page 25: ...NGS BREAKER MANAGEMENT BUS CONDITION DETECTION screen to achieve correct detection Step 5 Verify the wiring to the breaker from the DGC 2020ES If it seems OK you can do a manual close and open by modifying the programmable logic Map some unused outputs to the OPEN and CLOSE outputs from the Gen Breaker Block in the programmable logic Map a virtual switch to the logic output that would normally be ...

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