OM-2228 / Operation and Maintenance Manual
120CU20 / Series 500120 / 400 Hz. Generator Set
October 15, 2013
Chapter 2-3
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Adjust Line-Drop Compensation.
Adjustment of line-drop compensation is made with the line-drop compensation
potentiometer. Turning the potentiometer knob clockwise increases the magnitude of the
compensation, and turning the potentiometer knob counterclockwise decreases the
magnitude (A graduated nameplate for specified cable lengths is included for quick
reference). To adjust the line-drop compensation, proceed as follows:
(i) Connect the generator set output cables to a load. Load the generator set with the
largest available three-phase load of rated power factor not exceeding the maximum
rating of the generator set.
(ii) Measure output voltage at the load end of the cables. If the load voltage rises or drops
more than 1% at the load end of the cables, decrease or increase the line-drop
compensation for proper voltage at the load end of the line (115-V AC line-to-neutral and
200-V AC line-to-line).
(iii) If the line-drop compensation adjustments have affected the no-load voltage output,
adjust the fine output voltage control potentiometer to the desired value.
(2) Test the Voltage Regulator
After necessary adjustments have been completed, re-test the voltage regulator as follows:
a
Connect a voltmeter at the load end of the generator output cables.
b
Operate the generator set at no-load and observe voltage reading.
c
Operate the generator set under load and observe voltage reading.
d
Voltage under load and no load should vary no more than 1% at the load end of the cables.
c) Basic Engine Adjustments.
Adjustment procedures applicable to the diesel engine are included in the engine manufacturer’s
operation manual, which is referenced in Chapter 5. Refer to the engine operation manual for detailed
information on the following engine adjustments.
•
Exhaust valve adjustment.
•
Fuel injector timing adjustment.
•
Engine idle speed adjustment.
NOTE:
A stroboscope is required for engine idle speed checks.
Engine idle speed is programmed at the factory. If adjustment is required, contact the local engine
distributor. The recommended idle speed is 1000 RPM, +/- 25 RPM.
The engine speed limiting adjustment is also set and sealed at the factory. Speed should be limited
to approximately 2350 RPM. If adjustment is required, contact your local engine distributor.
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