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MAGNUM DIGITAL CONTROLLER (MDC) - LIST OF POSSIBLE ALARMS/DESCRIPTIONS

Shut down and warning fault conditions and the displayed message are described in the following table:

No. 

Events 

Specification

Protection   

Type

Information 

on Binary    

Output 

Available

Description

1

AnInIOM Sd

SD

YES

Shutdown alarm configurable on the input of IG-IOM/IGS-PTM.

2

AnInIOM Wrn

WRN

YES

Warning alarm configurable on the input of IG-IOM/IGS-PTM.

3

Battery Flat

SD

YES

If the controller switches off during starting sequence due to 
bad battery condition it doesn't try to start again and activates 
this protection.

4

Binary Input

Configurable

YES

Configurable Warning/Shutdown alarms on the inputs of IL-NT.

5

ChrgAlternFail WRN

YES

Failure of the alternator for charging the battery. 

6

EmergencyStop

SD

NO

If the input 

Emergency stop

 is opened shutdown is immediately 

activated. 

7

Engine Temp Sd

SD

NO

Water temperature is greater than 

Sd Water temp

 setpoint.

8

Engine Temp Wrn

WRN

YES

Water temperature is greater than 

Wrn Water temp

 setpoint.

9

Fgen <, >

SD

YES

The generator frequency is out of limits given by 

Gen >f

 and 

Gen <f

 setpoints.

10 Fuel Level Sd

SD

YES

Fuel level is smaller than 

Sd Fuel Level

 setpoint.

11 Fuel Level Wrn

WRN

YES

Fuel level is smaller than 

Wrn Fuel Leve

l setpoint.

12 GCB fail

SD

NO

Failure of the generator circuit breaker. 

13 Igen unbl

SD

NO

The generator current is unbalanced. 

14 Low BackupBatt

WRN

NO

RTC backup battery is flat. 

15 Oil Press Sd 

SD

NO

Oil pressure is smaller than 

Sd Oil press

 setpoint.

16 Oil Press Wrn

WRN

YES

Oil pressure is smaller than 

Wrn Oil press

 setpoint.

17 Overload

SD

YES

The load is greater than the value given by 

Overload

 setpoint.

18 Overspeed

SD

YES

The protection comes active if the speed is greater than 

Overspeed

 setpoint. 

19 ParamFail

NONE

NO

Wrong checksum of parameters. Happens typically after 
downloading new firmware or changing of the parameter. The 
controller stays in INIT mode. Check all parameters write at 
least one new parameter.  

20 PickupFault

SD

NO

Failure of the magnetic pick-up sensor for speed measurement. 

21 Sd IOM fail

SD

NO

Shutdown alarm in case of lost connection to IG-IOM/IGS-PTM 
module. 

22 SprinklActive

WRN

NO

The protection is active if the output 

Sprinkler

 is closed. 

23 Start failed

SD

YES

Gen-set start failed

24 Stop fail

SD

YES

Gen-set stop failed.

25 Ubat

WRN

YES

Battery voltage is out of limits given by 

Batt overvolt

 and 

Batt 

undervolt

 setpoints.

26 Underspeed

SD

YES

During starting of the engine when the RPM reaches the value 
of 

Starting RPM

 setpoint the starter is switched off and the 

speed of the engine can drop under 

Start RPM

 again. Then the 

Underspeed protection becomes active. Protection evaluation 
starts 5 sec

27 Vgen <, >

SD

YES

The generator voltage is out of limits given by 

Gen <V 

and 

Gen >V

 setpoints. 

Summary of Contents for MMG 230

Page 1: ...230 www m p llc com DIESEL GENERATORS MMG 125 MMG 155 MMG 180 MMG 230 OPERATING MANUAL...

Page 2: ...ion OSHA guidelines Keep a copy of this manual with the unit at all times Additional copies are available from Magnum Products LLC or can be found at www m p llc com An engine operators manual was als...

Page 3: ...INFORMATION DISPLAYS AND FUNCTIONS 25 MDC CONTROLLER HISTORY 26 ADJUSTING THE DISPLAY BACKLIGHTING 26 RESETTING THE TIME TO SERVICE REMINDER 27 TROUBLESHOOTING AUTOMATIC SHUTDOWN CONDITIONS 27 28 GEN...

Page 4: ...t Equipment connected to the generator overheats Sparking occurs Engine misfires or there is excessive engine generator vibration Operating on a combustible surface Protective covers are loose or miss...

Page 5: ...eath Sulfuric acid can cause eye damage burn flesh or eat holes in clothing Protective eye wear and clothing are necessary when working on or around the battery Always disconnect the NEGATIVE battery...

Page 6: ...equipped with a tandem axle trailer a large angle between the trailer and tow vehicle will cause more weight to be carried by one axle which could cause premature wear on the tires and axles and caus...

Page 7: ...A FROID GAWR PNBE TIRE PNEU RIM JANTE KPA PSI LPC SGL DUAL THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE STANDARDS PRESCRIBED UNDER THE CANADIAN MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY REGULATIONS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MA...

Page 8: ...emove negative battery cable before performing any service on unit Stop engine before making connections Use clean diesel fuel only Unit electrical ground Hearing protection required while operating u...

Page 9: ...162 375 161 372 3 Prime kW kVA 99 124 97 121 Amps 3 Prime 480V 208V A 149 344 146 336 1 Standby kW kVA 97 97 105 105 Amps 1 Standby 240V A 404 438 1 Prime kW kVA 90 90 95 95 Amps 1 Prime 240V A 375 39...

Page 10: ...203 468 220 508 3 Prime kW kVA 125 156 132 165 Amps 3 Prime 480V 208V A 188 434 198 458 1 Standby kW kVA 100 100 143 143 Amps 1 Standby 240V A 417 596 1 Prime kW kVA 95 95 130 130 Amps 1 Prime 240V A...

Page 11: ...3 538 251 580 3 Prime kW kVA 145 181 152 190 Amps 3 Prime 480V 208V A 218 502 229 527 1 Standby kW kVA 125 125 163 163 Amps 1 Standby 240V A 521 679 1 Prime kW kVA 120 120 150 150 Amps 1 Prime 240V A...

Page 12: ...203 254 208 260 Amps 3 Standby 480V 208V A 306 705 313 722 3 Prime kW kVA 186 232 189 236 Amps 3 Prime 480V 208V A 279 644 284 655 1 Standby kW kVA N A N A Amps 1 Standby 240V A N A N A 1 Prime kW kV...

Page 13: ...the manuals included with this unit Each manual details specific information regarding items such as set up use and service requirements Specifications are subject to change without notice Dimensions...

Page 14: ...SERVICE LOCATIONS 14...

Page 15: ...9 CONNECTION FOR ENGINE BLOCK HEATER OPTIONAL Allows for 120VAC input to power the engine block heater 10 120V GFCI DUPLEX CONVENIENCE OUTLETS Outlets for additional equipment that may require Ground...

Page 16: ...STICS keypad and the STATUS Light Emitting Diodes LED s The following is a brief summary of the operation of each section of the control panel 1 The CONTROL ON CONTROL OFF Toggle Switch and Fine Volta...

Page 17: ...tatus of the generator Alarm Fault Indicates active or inactive alarms but not reset shutdown alarms Warning Indicates an active or inactive alarm or a warning alarm that has not been reset Ready Manu...

Page 18: ...Note The MLG 25 does not display fuel level Vbat Displays the engine battery voltage A normal reading is 13 14V on 12 volt systems and 24 26 on 24 volt systems with the engine running Additional info...

Page 19: ...rew is located directly below the control On Off toggle switch on the control panel This screw turns a rheostat that will provide an increase or a decrease in the generator output voltage as displayed...

Page 20: ...tor switch locked Is the generator sitting level Thoroughly check for any water inside the unit on or near the generator Dry the unit before starting Check oil coolant and fuel levels and engine batte...

Page 21: ...Display Screen and then to the Engine Display Screen 8 If the engine does not start after the first cranking attempt the engine will pause for 15 seconds to allow the starter to cool The LCD window w...

Page 22: ...h a transfer switch if the unit is to be used as a standby power supply as described on pages 35 and 36 Then continue with the steps described below 1 Perform a manual start of the generator at least...

Page 23: ...2 Cooling The generator is cooling before stop 3 Cranking Engine is cranking 4 EmergMan Emergency Manual gen set operation 5 Init Autotest during controller power on 6 Loaded The generator is running...

Page 24: ...f the generator circuit breaker 13 Igen unbl SD NO The generator current is unbalanced 14 Low BackupBatt WRN NO RTC backup battery is flat 15 Oil Press Sd SD NO Oil pressure is smaller than Sd Oil pre...

Page 25: ...ne functions for a number of operation alarm and fault conditions When an opera tion alarm or fault condition occurs the Liquid Crystal Display LCD window will alert the operator either visually or au...

Page 26: ...log input 3 value default Fuel level 13 FMI ECUalarm Failure Mode Identifier 14 Gfrg Generator frequency 15 Ig1 Generator current L1 16 Ig2 Generator current L2 17 Ig3 Generator current L3 18 LChr Cha...

Page 27: ...er normal circumstances The engine controller will shut the engine down when there is 5 of fuel remaining in the tank This is done to keep the fuel lines from running dry 3 If the fuel level is good a...

Page 28: ...the control panel and open the panel like a door Consult the appropriate DC wiring diagram in this manual for the proper path between the engine controller and the temperature sender 8 If the sender a...

Page 29: ...SHOULD BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE NEC AS WELL AS ANY STATE OR LOCAL GUIDELINES OR CODES Before any connections are made to the generator make sure that the main circuit breaker...

Page 30: ...up and insert a padlock through the handle By locking the handle in place you will prevent unauthorized personnel from changing the switch settings Note When the voltage selector switch is in position...

Page 31: ...nd insert a padlock through the handle By locking the handle in place you will prevent unauthorized personnel from changing the switch settings Note The following applies to units without a convenienc...

Page 32: ...r position as shown in the illustration If the board needs to be changed from one setting to the other remove all of the 1 2 nuts that hold the shorting link board down and move it to the new position...

Page 33: ...I position Use the breaker handle extension supplied with this unit to apply additional leverage to the switch The main circuit breaker will be tripped disconnecting power to the connection lugs if a...

Page 34: ...VENIENCE OUTLETS IS TURNED OFF BEFORE TURNING THE BREAKERS ON Make sure that the voltage selector switch is in the proper position and that the output voltage is correct for the equipment that is conn...

Page 35: ...ch isolates it from the utility s distribution system A transfer switch is designed to transfer electrical loads from the normal power source utility to the emergency power source generator when norma...

Page 36: ...transfer switch make sure the remote switch is also off and tagged Never wash the unit with a high pressure hose or with any kind of power washer Never wash the engine block or fuel tank with a power...

Page 37: ...PERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL for the proper grade of oil including special operating conditions such as a change in season or climate Check the coolant level daily The coolant is checked by visuall...

Page 38: ...ighten to 90 120 Ft Lbs 122 162 Nm After the first road use re torque the lug nuts in sequence 6 Maximum recommended speed for highway towing is 45 m p h Recommended off road towing speed is not to ex...

Page 39: ...0V RCPT BLK GFCI RECPT 120V 17 21 25 18 22 26 19 20 23 24 27 28 T9 RCPT 240V 50A 50A RCPT 240V BLK BLK BLK T6 T8 T10 T11 T7 T1 T12 T2 T3 GENERATOR F F 120V 20A BRKER 120V RECPT GFCI L3 L2 L1 L0 SE350...

Page 40: ...V RCPT BLK GFCI RECPT 120V RCPT 240V 50A 50A RCPT 240V BLK BLK BLK GENERATOR F F 120V 20A BRKER 120V RECPT GFCI 3 0 SE350 VOLTAGE REGULATOR 12VDC T9 GRN YEL 14GA BRKER 20A 120V GND L0 PAIR BLK 6GA LT...

Page 41: ...RG RED SWITCH 22 21 NC NC C LOCATION WATER IN FUEL IN OIL IN PIN 3 PIN PLUG ANALOG INPUTS PLUG LOCATION WHT AI1 OIL AI3 FUEL AI2 TEMP REMOTE START BI2 BI3 BI4 BI5 BI6 OPEN OPEN LOW COOLANT OPTION C2 1...

Page 42: ...AI2 TEMP REMOTE START BI2 BI3 BI4 BI5 BI6 OPEN OPEN LOW COOLANT OPTION C2 12VDC BO2 SRT FUE BO3 BO4 BO5 BO6 RECONNECT DOOR OPEN OPEN OPEN NOT REQUIRED WITH JOHN DEERE ECU ENGINE GND ON BOARD BO2 FUEL...

Page 43: ...17 21 25 18 22 26 19 20 23 24 27 28 T9 RCPT 240V 50A 50A RCPT 240V BLK BLK BLK T6 T8 T10 T11 T7 T1 T12 T2 T3 GENERATOR F F 120V 20A BRKER 120V RECPT GFCI 6GA L2 SE350 VOLTAGE REGULATOR 6GA 6GA 12VDC T...

Page 44: ...BLK BLK 50A 240V RCPT BLK GFCI RECPT 120V RCPT 240V 50A 50A RCPT 240V BLK BLK BLK GENERATOR F F 120V 20A BRKER 120V RECPT GFCI 3 0 SE350 VOLTAGE REGULATOR 12VDC T9 GRN YEL 14GA BRKER 20A 120V GND L0...

Page 45: ...TRAILER LIGHTS WIRING DIAGRAM 45...

Page 46: ...46 NOTES...

Page 47: ...47 SERVICE LOG OIL GRADE AND TYPE BRAND COOLANT MIXTURE BRAND...

Page 48: ...REV J PART NO 22070 10 20 08...

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