2. General product information
2.1 General product information
2.1.1 Introduction
This chapter will deal with the unit in general and its place in the DEIF product range.
The GPC-3 is part of the DEIF Multi-line 2 product family. Multi-line 2 is a complete range of multi-function
generator protection and control products integrating all the functions you need into one compact and attrac-
tive solution.
2.1.2 Type of product
The Generator Paralleling Controller is a microprocessor-based control unit containing all necessary functions
for protection and control of a generator.
It contains all necessary 3-phase measuring circuits, and all values and alarms are presented on the LCD
display.
2.1.3 Options
The Multi-line 2 product range consists of different basic versions which can be supplemented with the flexi-
ble options needed to provide the optimum solution. The options cover, for example, various protections for
generator, busbar and mains, voltage/var/PF control, various outputs, serial communication, and so on.
A complete list of available options is included in the data sheet, document no. 4921240351;
refer to www.deif.com.
2.1.4 PC utility software warning
It is possible to remote-control the genset from the PC utility software, by use of a modem or
TCP/IP. To avoid personal injury, make sure that it is safe to remote-control the genset.
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General product information
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