Basler DGC-2020ES Configuration Instruction Manual page 59

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Figure 5-3. Settings Explorer, System Parameters, Remote Module Setup Screen
Crank Settings
The Crank Settings consist of pre-start, restart, cranking, crank disconnect, and cooldown. These settings
are described in the paragraphs below.
The Crank Settings screen is found in the BESTCOMSPlus Settings Explorer under the System
Parameters category. If using the front panel, navigate to Settings > System Parameters > Crank
Settings.
The BESTCOMSPlus Crank Settings screen is illustrated in Figure 5-4.
Pre-Start
If desired, cycle or continuous cranking can be delayed after initiating engine startup. During this delay,
the Pre-Start output closes to energize glow plugs or pre-start the lubrication pump. The Pre-crank Delay
setting accepts values from 0 to 30, in increments of 1 second.
The Pre-Start output can be configured to open upon the conclusion of engine cranking or remain closed
as long as the engine is running.
The Pre-Start output can be configured during the resting state. If Preheat Before Crank is selected, the
Pre-Start output is closed for the duration of the Pre-crank Delay time prior to re-entering the cranking
state. If the Pre-crank delay setting is longer than the rest interval, the Pre-Start output is closed for the
entire duration of the rest time.
Restart
Attempting to start an engine after a normal shutdown but before the engine RPM has settled to zero can
stress an engine in certain situations. The Restart Delay inhibits attempts to start the engine immediately
after a normal shutdown for the duration of the Restart Delay timer. This delay should allow an engine to
properly spin down before attempting to restart. This setting accepts values from 0 to 120, in increments
of 1 second.
Cranking
The DGC-2020ES can be programmed for either cycle or continuous cranking.
Cycle cranking provides multiple engine starting attempts. Each starting attempt consists of a fixed
interval of engine cranking followed by a rest interval. The Number of Crank Cycles setting accepts
values from 1 to 7, in increments of 1. The Cycle Crank Time setting accepts values from 5 to 15, in
increments of 1 second.
Continuous cranking provides a single, extended engine-starting attempt. The Continuous Crank Time
setting accepts values from 5 to 60, in increments of 1 second.
DGC-2020ES Device Configuration