SERIES 50 OPERATOR'S GUIDE
DDEC IV SYSTEM
The DDEC sytem's engine-mounted
Electronic Control Module (ECM)
includes control logic to provide
overall engine management. The
ECM continuously performs
self-diagnostic checks and monitors
other system components. System
diagnostic checks are made at
ignition-on and continue throughout
all engine-operating modes.
Detroit Diesel Series 50 engines
equipped with DDEC IV are identified
by the letter “K” in the sixth position
of the model number. Example:
6047G
K
27.
The DDEC engine is equipped
with an electronically controlled
fuel injection system.
There are no
control racks or mechanical linkages
to adjust. This system not only helps
to improve fuel economy and vehicle
performance, it also helps to reduce
cold starting time and increase initial
idle speed for fast engine warm-up
and virtual elimination of cold smoke.
The DDEC engine has no
mechanical governor.
Engine
horsepower, torque, idle, and engine
speed are contained in the internal
electronics. Therefore, there are
no mechanical governor spring
adjustments for idle and high-speed
control.
There is no need for a throttle delay.
Emission control is performed through
the electronic control module (ECM).
The Electronic Foot Pedal Assembly
(EFPA) eliminates the need for any
throttle linkage.
DDEC Features
DDEC offers a variety of options
designed to warn the operator of an
engine malfunction. Options can
range from the CEL and SEL panel
lights to automatic reduction in engine
power followed by automatic engine
shutdown.
The power-down/shutdown option
may be activated by a low coolant
level, low oil pressure or high engine
oil or coolant temperature.
The DDEC engine has the ability to
perform diagnostics for self-checks
and continuous monitoring of other
system components.
Depending
on the application, DDEC can also
monitor oil temperature, coolant
temperature, oil pressure, fuel
pressure, coolant level and remote
sensors (if used). This diagnostic
system is connected to the CEL and
the SEL to provide a visual warning
of a system malfunction.
All information subject to change without notice.
(Rev. 01/ 04)
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