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Be242
Be242RB
OEM's Manual
V3.X.XX -
January - 2021
page 1
Be242 AMF ATS Controller
Installation Manual
The information in this document may be subject to change without prior notice.
No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form or any means without the prior written
consent of Bernini Design company. Bernini Design assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in
this instruction manual or in the wiring diagrams.
Although Bernini Design has taken all possible steps to ensure that the User Manual is complete, bug free and
up-to-date, we accept that errors may occur. If you encounter problems with this instruction manual, please
contact us.
Customer Support BERNINI DESIGN SRL Italy
e-mail:
bernini@bernini-design.com
mobile: +39 335 70 77 148 mobile: 0040 721 241 361
Warranty
Bernini Design SRL (hereinafter "BD") warrants that Be242 shall be free from defect in material or workmanship
for a period of 3 years from the BD delivery date. BD shall, at its discretion, repair or replace the product without
charge. BD shall return the Be242 to the buyer with the Default parameters at no extra charge. The buyer shall
provide sufficient information on any alleged defects in the product, so as to enable BD to determine their cause
and existence. If the Be242 is not defective, or the product is defective for reasons other than covered by this
warranty, the buyer will be charged accordingly. This warranty shall not apply if the Be242 has not been used in
accordance with the User Manual and other operating instruction, particularly if any defects are caused by
misuse, improper repair attempts, and negligence in use or handling.
This purchase is non-refundable.
This equipment complies with EMC protection requirements
WARNING!! High voltage is present inside the Be242. To avoid electric-shock hazard, operating
personnel must not remove the protective cover. Do not disconnect the Earth connection. The Be242
can start the engine at anytime. Do not work on equipment, which is controlled by the Be242. When
servicing the engine, disconnect the battery and battery charger. We recommend that warning signs be
placed on equipment indicating the above.
!! W A R N I N G !!
Relays and solenoids connected to the Be242 must be
suppressed using flywheel diodes or suppression devices as indicated in section 18.0.
We recommend placing a 10 A (fast-blow fuse) in series with the terminal #7
(BATTERY PLUS ON BE242RB module).
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  • Page 1 Although Bernini Design has taken all possible steps to ensure that the User Manual is complete, bug free and up-to-date, we accept that errors may occur. If you encounter problems with this instruction manual, please contact us.
  • Page 2 Be242 Be242RB OEM's Manual V3.X.XX - January - 2021 page 2 Alphabetic index Measurements ....3.0 Alternator Failure E04 ..7.02B [P.15] Memory clear ...... 12.3 Alarms ......4.10, 8.0 Memory Events ....4.30 Alarm output control ..7.09, [39] Messages (Display) ....
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Be242 Be242RB OEM's Manual V3.X.XX - January - 2021 page 3 Be242 OEM's Manual - Contents 1.0 Introduction ............page 4 2.0 Selecting a Mode of operation ....... page 4 2.1 OFF mode ............page 5 2.2 MANUAL mode ..........page 5 2.3 AUTO mode .............
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Be242 Be242RB OEM's Manual V3.X.XX - January - 2021 page 4 Section 1.0 Introduction The Be242 integrates a 3-Phase Automatic Mains Failure controller and a Generating Set controller. The Be242 provides visual indication by means of LEDs and Displays for Engine & Electrical parameters, Alarms and Status of the contactors.
  • Page 5: Off Mode

    Be242 Be242RB OEM's Manual V3.X.XX - January - 2021 page 5 Every time the power supply is switched on, if the BE242 was in TEST or AUTO prior to power down, the Be242 returns to the “AUTO” mode. In the other cases, the Be242 will enter the OFF mode. The following table indicates the modes of operation.
  • Page 6: Auto Mode

    Be242 Be242RB OEM's Manual V3.X.XX - January - 2021 page 6 2.21 Contactors: Manual control To control the contactors follow the instructions: Instructions Contactors Control Panel Select the MANUAL mode, start the engine (see Generator KG-closed KM-closed Mains above) and wait for voltage presence. Presence LED indicator indicator...
  • Page 7: Display Measurements

    Be242 Be242RB OEM's Manual V3.X.XX - January - 2021 page 7 Section 3.0 Display measurements The Be242 features a 4 Digit display, two pushbuttons and 5 yellow LEDs as indicated below. Display and Menus OIL-°C-%FUEL-Vb Frequency-Speed Vac-Generator-Mains Display menu Display menu Display menu h-count - Programming Generator-Current...
  • Page 8: Display Messages And Log Events

    Be242 Be242RB OEM's Manual V3.X.XX - January - 2021 page 8 Section 4.0 Display messages and LOG Events The Be242 displays alarms (table 4.10) and messages (table 4.20). The presence of alarms is indicated by the blinking message [ ALAr.]. Push the [→F9] pushbuttons to display the alarms one by one. Push the [←F8] pushbutton to display additional information (section 8.0).
  • Page 9: Log Events / Memory Events

    Be242 Be242RB OEM's Manual V3.X.XX - January - 2021 page 9 4.30 LOG EVENTS To have access to the LOG events follow the instructions: - Push the [OFF] button. - Push and hold the [STOP] button until the message [Hist.] appears on display (approx. 10 seconds). - Release the [STOP] button.
  • Page 10: Programming

    Note: if the memory fails, the message [FAIL] will appear. Try again to save or remove the power supply. If the message persists, the Be242 is damaged and should be returned to Bernini Design for repair. 6.14 Exit without Saving Press the [OFF] pushbutton to enter the OFF mode without saving the parameters.
  • Page 11: Activating The Password

    - push and hold the [ACK] and [>] push buttons - apply the supply; a 4 digit code appears on the display - send the code to bernini@bernini-design.com together with your credentials. - you will receive the new password in 24 hours.
  • Page 12 Be242 Be242RB OEM's Manual V3.X.XX - January - 2021 page 12 Table 7.01A - Mains Failure Control Note: [ xx " ] = seconds, [ xx ' ] = minutes, [xxh ] = hours Parameter Code & Description Default [ 5’’] P.0 Mains Contactor control (KM).
  • Page 13 Be242 Be242RB OEM's Manual V3.X.XX - January - 2021 page 13 Table 7.02A - GENERATOR PARAMETERS Note: [ xx " ] = seconds, [ xx ' ] = minutes, [ oFF ] = disabled Parameter Code & Description Mode (°) Default Options P.9 Under voltage (Push F1)
  • Page 14 Be242 Be242RB OEM's Manual V3.X.XX - January - 2021 page 14 Table 7.03A - ENGINE PARAMETERS Note: [ xx " ] = seconds, [ xx ' ] = minutes, [ oFF ] = disabled Parameter Code & Description Default Options P.19 Crank delay (it delays the cranking) [ 2"...
  • Page 15 Be242 Be242RB OEM's Manual V3.X.XX - January - 2021 page 15 Table 7.04 - ALARM OPTIONS Note: [ xx " ] = seconds, [ xx ' ] = minutes, [ oFF ] = disabled Parameter Code & Description Default Options P.33 Alarm bypass (for Oil, Temperature, Auxiliary 2- [ 5"...
  • Page 16 Be242 Be242RB OEM's Manual V3.X.XX - January - 2021 page 16 Table 7.06 - Programmable inputs (see options list in table 7.07) Parameter Options Default Parameter Options Default Option [0] - - - [28] [10] available [InP.1] [InP.3] Contact type [n.o.][n.c.] [n.o.] (terminal...
  • Page 17 Be242 Be242RB OEM's Manual V3.X.XX - January - 2021 page 17 Table 7.09 - Output Options Table Option & description Option & description [ 0 ] Output is disabled [32] Alarm from Input 2: Shutdown/Warning [ 1 ] Under Frequency Shutdown [33] Alarm from Input 3: Shutdown/Warning [ 2 ]...
  • Page 18: Alarms, Warnings & Shutdowns

    Be242 Be242RB OEM's Manual V3.X.XX - January - 2021 page 18 Section 8.0 - Alarms, Warnings and Shutdowns The Be242 features Shutdowns (the engine stops) and Warnings (the engine will continue to run) and provides: A) - a general indication of alarm presence by means of the message [ALAr.] on the display B) - 4 configurable outputs for specific alarm indication with more than 40 options (see 7.08 and 7.09) C) - symbols on the front panel to indicate the most important alarms D) - display messages indicating warnings and shutdowns (see Table 4.1)
  • Page 19: Engine Running Detect

    Be242 Be242RB OEM's Manual V3.X.XX - January - 2021 page 19 Section 11.0 Engine Running Detect (Charger Alternator) The Be242 inhibits the starter motor when the engine starts running. When the engine is not running, voltage in terminal D+/WL of the charger alternator (input #15) is 0 V. As soon as the Be242 starts the engine, a voltage appears in the D+/WL terminal (0.8 to 2.5 V).
  • Page 20 NOTE - At this stage of the TEST, if the display indicates one of the codes contained in Table13.1 or 13.2, the Be242 is damaged and should be returned to Bernini Design. To exit the Troubleshooting, remove the Vdc supply at anytime 13.1 Testing the Pushbuttons...
  • Page 21: General Specifications

    Be242 Be242RB OEM's Manual V3.X.XX - January - 2021 page 21 13.3 Testing the Outputs A) - Push the [ACK-F10] pushbutton, for about 10 seconds, until the message [-out] appears. B) - Connect a lamp (1..2W) to the output terminals (#1 - #6), as indicated in the wiring diagram. At this stage, if a lamp turns on, the Be242(RB) is damaged and should be returned for service.
  • Page 22: Application Notes

    Be242 Be242RB OEM's Manual V3.X.XX - January - 2021 page 22 Section 16.0 Application Notes 16.10 - Programming of the Automatic Periodic Test (example: 20 minutes every 7 days) A) - Enter the 'Program Mode' and set [P.41] to [168] hours (168 hours=7days). B) - Set [P.42] to [ 20'] and save the programming C) - Select the AUTO mode D) - Disconnect the battery and wait for the desired start time (using an external clock reference).
  • Page 23 Be242 Be242RB OEM's Manual V3.X.XX - January - 2021 page 23 18.0 Typical Application Wiring Diagram The following drawing illustrates the recommended wiring diagram of the BE242 kit controller. In making the panel please consider the following information. - Always consult the international standard IEC 61439-1-2-34-5-6-7 IEC 60529 - Keep a reasonable distance between cables that carry 400V utility power and low-voltage cables committed to control the engine.
  • Page 24: Typical Application Wiring

    Be242 Be242RB OEM's Manual V3.X.XX - January - 2021 page 24...
  • Page 25: Dimensions & Connections

    Be242 Be242RB OEM's Manual V3.X.XX - January - 2021 page 25 19.0 Dimensions & Connections JA 6-Poles 5mm JD 8-Poles 5mm JE 4-Poles 5mm JF 4-Poles 7.5mm Alternator Excitement Low Fuel Input Current Trasf. 1 L1 Generator Fuel Solenoid Input 3 Current Trasf.

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