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Datakom DKG-215 User Manual

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DKG-215 User Manual
Manual and remote starting and stopping
Zero power consumption at rest
Engine control mode available
Generator protection
Built in alarms and warnings
1 phase genset voltage input
1 phase genset CT input
Magnetic Pickup input
Engine oil pressure measurement
Engine coolant temperature measurement
Engine fuel level measurement
Genset active power measurement (single phase)
Genset power factor measurement (single phase)
Periodic maintenance request indicator
Engine hours run counter
Event logging
Statistical counters
DKG-215 MANUAL AND
REMOTE START UNIT
FEATURES
Front panel configurable
100+ adjustable parameters
Logic level serial port
Optional RS-232 adapter
Free MS-Windows Remote monitoring SW:
-monitoring
-download of parameters
LED displays
Configurable analogue inputs: 3
Configurable digital inputs: 5
Digital outputs: 5
Survives cranking dropouts
Sealed front panel
Plug-in connection system for easy replacement
Small dimensions (96x96x53mm)
Low cost
V-01
(20.10.2009)

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  • Page 1 DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) DKG-215 MANUAL AND REMOTE START UNIT FEATURES Front panel configurable Manual and remote starting and stopping 100+ adjustable parameters Zero power consumption at rest Logic level serial port Engine control mode available Optional RS-232 adapter...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 1. INSTALLATION 1.1. Introduction to the Control Panel 1.2. Mounting the Unit 1.3. Wiring the Unit 2. INPUTS AND OUTPUTS 3. DISPLAYS 3.1. Led Displays 3.2. Digital Display 4. ALARMS AND WARNINGS 5.

  • Page 3: Installation

    DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) 1. INSTALLATION 1.1 Introduction to the Control Panel The unit is a control and protection panel used in gensets. It shows the measured values on its displays. The unit is designed to provide user friendliness for both the installer and the user. Programming is usually unnecessary, as the factory settings have been carefully selected to fit most applications.

  • Page 4: Wiring The Unit

    DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) 1.3 Wiring the Unit WARNING: THE UNIT IS NOT FUSED. Use external fuses for Generator phase: L1, Battery positive: BAT(+). Install the fuses as nearly as possible to the unit in a place easily accessible for the user.

  • Page 5: Inputs And Outputs

    DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) 2. INPUTS AND OUTPUTS SERIAL DATA: This connector provides logic level serial data input and output for various purposes like remote monitoring and remote programming. In order to connect to a PC, an RS-232 adapter module is needed.
  • Page 6 DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) Term Function Technical data Description RELAY-3 (PREHEAT) Output 1A/28VDC This digital output has programmable function, selectable from a list. RELAY-2 (ALARM) Output 1A/28VDC This digital output has programmable function, selectable from a list. RELAY-1 (STOP RELAY)

  • Page 7: Displays

    DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) 3. DISPLAYS 3.1 Led Displays The unit has 20 LEDs, grouped as below: Function Color Description GENERATOR Yellow The LED will flash when the generator is running. It turns on when genset contactor output function is active (genset ready for load).

  • Page 8: Alarms And Warnings

    DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) 4. ALARMS AND WARNINGS Alarms indicate an abnormal situation in the generating set are divided into 2 priority levels: 1- ALARMS: These are the most important fault conditions and cause: The related alarm led to turn on steadily, The engine to be stopped immediately, The Horn, Alarm and Alarm+Warning output functions to become active.

  • Page 9: Modes Of Operation

    DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) 5. MODES OF OPERATION The unit will power-up when the front panel RUN button is pressed. It will turn-off if the STOP button is pressed. If no key is pressed it will power down automatically after approximately 4 minutes. If needed, the automatic power-down feature may be disabled with the program parameter P_37.

  • Page 10: Other Features

    DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) 6. OTHER FEATURES 6.1 Engine Control Mode The unit offers the possibility of engine speed protection through the magnetic pickup input, instead of genset frequency. This option enables the control of a diesel engine without alternator.

  • Page 11: Sender Type Selection

    DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) 6.2 Sender type Selection The unit has the ability to adapt to any type of oil pressure and temperature senders. The commonly used standard sender characteristics are recorded in memory and selectable from a list.

  • Page 12: Service Request Display

    DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) 6.6 Service Request Display This led is designed to help the periodic maintenance of the genset to be made consistently. The periodic maintenance is basically carried out after a given engine hours (for example 200 hours), but even if this amount of engine hours is not fulfilled, it is performed after a given time limit (for example 12 months).

  • Page 13: Remote Monitoring And Programming

    The serial port has logic level outputs and is connected to the PC or modem with below RS-232 adapter and cable. The adapter-cable assembly is available at Datakom. The RAINBOW remote monitoring and programming PC software may be downloaded from www.datakom.com.tr internet site.

  • Page 14: Statistical Counters

    DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) 7. STATISTICAL COUNTERS The unit provides a set of non resettable incremental counters for statistical purposes. The counters consist on: -total engine cranks, -total genset runs, -total genset on load. These counters are kept in a non-volatile memory and are not affected from power failures.

  • Page 15: Programming

    DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) 9. PROGRAMMING The program mode is used to program the timers, operational limits and the configuration of the unit. To enter the program mode, press the MENU button for 5 seconds. The program mode is only allowed if the PROGRAM LOCK input (terminal_5) is left open.
  • Page 16 DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) Definition Unit Std Val Description If the genset frequency goes under this limit, a SPEED alarm will be generated and the engine Hz / will stop. This alarm will be monitored after delay Low Speed Alarm defined in P_23 when the engine runs.
  • Page 17 DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) Definition Unit Std Val Description This parameter selects the oil pressure sender type. 0: Non standard sender. The sender characteristics are defined in table using Oil pressure sender type parameters P_83 to P_94. 1: VDO 0-7 bars (10-180 ohms)
  • Page 18 DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) Definition Unit Std Val Description Horn Timer This is the period during which the HORN output function is active. If the period is set to 0, this will mean that the period is unlimited. Engine Heating Type This parameter defines the engine heating method.
  • Page 19 DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) The parameters P_050 to P_052 define the functions of digital outputs. The unit has 5 digital outputs and 3 of them have programmable functions. The fixed function outputs are Fuel and Start. The function of a programmable output may be selected from the below list.
  • Page 20 DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) HIGH TEMPERATURE SWITCH INPUT Description Operation 0: Alarm (the engine stops and horn output operates)) 2 Warning (the horn output operates) 3 No operation 0: Always Fault monitoring 1: After holdoff timer Latching 0: Non latching...
  • Page 21 DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) EMERGENCY STOP INPUT Description Operation 0: Alarm (the engine stops and horn output operates)) 2: Warning (the horn output operates) 3: No operation Fault monitoring 0: Always 1: After holdoff timer 0: Non latching Latching...

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) 10. TROUBLESHOOTING AC voltage or frequency displayed on the unit are not correct: -Check engine body grounding, it is necessary. -The error margin of the unit is +/- 3 volts. -If there are faulty measurements only when the engine is running, there may be a faulty charging alternator or voltage regulator on the engine.

  • Page 23: Declaration Of Conformity

    DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) The unit is inoperative: Measure the DC-supply voltage between terminals 12 and 15 at the rear of the unit. If OK, turn all the fuses off, then turn all the fuses on, starting from the DC supply fuse. Then test the unit again.

  • Page 24: Connection Diagram

    DKG-215 User Manual V-01 (20.10.2009) 13. CONNECTION DIAGRAM DATAKOM Electronics Ltd. Tel: +90-216-466 84 60 Fax: +90-216-364 65 65 e-mail: datakom@datakom.com.tr http: www.datakom.com.tr - 24 -...