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WaveNet Digital Monitoring System
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Marine Generators | Marine Diesel Engines | Land-Based Generators

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  • Page 1 OWN-GEN WaveNet Digital Monitoring System General Installation and User Manual Marine Generators | Marine Diesel Engines | Land-Based Generators...
  • Page 2 4420 14th Avenue N.W. Seattle, WA 98107 Tel: (206) 789-3880 Fax: (206) 782-5455 Copyright ©2012 Northern Lights, Inc. All rights reserved. Northern Lights™, and the Northern Lights logo are trademarks of Northern Lights, Inc. Printed in U.S.A. PART NO.: OWN-GEN 1/12...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Proprietary Information This publication is the sole property of Northern Lights, Inc. It may not be reproduced in whole or part without the expressed written permission of Northern Lights, Inc. OWN-GEN 8/12 © Northern Lights, Inc. 2012. All rights reserved. Litho U.S.A. Publication number:...

  • Page 4: Wavenet Specifi Cations

    0.45 kg (1.0 lb) * Use of industry standard CT required. ** The LCD display will exhibit color and response time changes at high and low temperatures respectively but will not be damaged as long as within Operating Temp. OWN-GEN 01/12...

  • Page 5: This Manual

    In addition to the monitoring features, the WaveNet controller can be used to provide protective warnings or shutdowns. 1.1 THIS MANUAL This manual is divided into two sections: WaveNet Back View 1. Hardware installation 2. Operation / Confi guration OWN-GEN 01/12...
  • Page 6 Any damage should be reported to a Northern Lights representative after a thorough inspection has been completed. A shipping label affi xed to the shipping box includes a variety of product and shipping information, such as items and Customer numbers.

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    4.WaveNet is connected on a NMEA 2000 network. Installation must be made by an NMEA 2000 certifi ed technician. 3.2 WAVENET 12/24VDC SYSTEM OPERATION The WaveNet controller can be placed in either 12V or 24V electrical systems. OWN-GEN 01/12...

  • Page 8: Relays

    24VDC systems. The WaveNet comes preinstalled with the correct relays depending on the product number specifi ed when ordered. Contact Northern Lights if replacement relays are required. Relays for 12 or 24VDC system operation are as follows: • 22-42047 for 12VDC operation •...
  • Page 9 updated 1-17-12 WaveNet is connected on a NMEA 2000 network. Installation must be made by an NMEA 2000 certifi ed technician. Figure 1 - General WaveNet System Wiring Diagram...
  • Page 10 Option Coolant Level Switch Input D - BAT Input C - BAT Input B - BAT Input A - BAT Emer. Stop Allows Manual Emergency Stop (Open = Active) Ground Ground Ground Ground 1 Ground input to generate logic high. OWN-GEN 01/12...
  • Page 11 It is extremely important to connect each phase to the appropriate terminal location. Never misphase inputs. Always match terminal details to the matching terminal location The current transformers (CTs) negative leads must be terminated individually into the WaveNet AC Current connector. DO NOT CONNECT TOGETHER. OWN-GEN 01/12...

  • Page 12: Current Transformer Wiring Note

    “Emergency Stop” when powered. Emergency Stop also forces the controller to the OFF mode. To prevent this ground the emergency stop input (pin 9) to ground (pin 12) on the digital input terminal. See Figure 1 on page 6. OWN-GEN 01/12...

  • Page 13: Controller States

    AUTO mode by pressing the Info key, automatic starting will be enabled. If the engine is started, failures will be automatically detected allowing for safe engine operation. While in AUTO mode the controller will display engine temperature, battery voltage and engine hours. OWN-GEN 01/12...

  • Page 14: Locking The Wavenet Screen In Run Mode

    The screen will automatically unlock after 10 minutes. 4.4 WAVENET START / STOP BEHAVIOR There are two ways to start the generator (start conditions): 1. Start key – Located on the WaveNet front panel. 2. Remote WaveNet panel Start key OWN-GEN 01/12...

  • Page 15: Controller Sleep

    Each menu has a “Back” selection. To go back to the previous menu scroll up to the Back selection and press the Enter key. When in the basic menu you can go back to the OFF mode by pressing the Stop key. OWN-GEN 01/12...

  • Page 16: Basic Menu

    DC power is supplied to the controller. Two week memory storage is available in a completely charged controller clock. DC power is required to be supplied continually to the WaveNet for approximately 1 hour to allow a complete clock charge. OWN-GEN 01/12...

  • Page 17: Basic Setup

    10-600s. Shorter is ideal to extend the backlighting life. Maintenance Read only. Displays the amount of hours until next service if this feature is enabled. If service is overdue the hours become negative. Not In Auto Disable Beep, Enable Beep OFF Mode Start Disable, Enable OWN-GEN 01/12...

  • Page 18: Event History Log

    AC current sensing indicating that the generator is not running. This could indicate something is wrong with the WaveNet. (See section 4.11 on page 20.) HIGH BATTERY Failure occurred due to high battery voltage. HIGH ENGINE TEMP Failure occurred due to high engine coolant temperature. OWN-GEN 01/12...
  • Page 19 These are internal WaveNet failures. Try power cycle int WaveNet. If the failure occurs repeatedly the unit could be defective. UNDER FREQUENCY The generator frequency is too low. UNDER SPEED The engine speed is too low. UNDER VOLTAGE The generator voltage is too low. OWN-GEN 01/12...

  • Page 20: Wavenet Led Status Indicators

    A solid yellow illuminated LED represents a High engine Yellow Temp Warning Condition Low Oil A solid red illuminated LED represents a Low Oil Press Solid Red Pressure Failure condition. Solid Yellow A solid yellow illuminated LED represents a Low Oil Yellow Pressure Warning condition. OWN-GEN 01/12...

  • Page 21: Warnings & Failures

    Also, after the warning is displayed, instructions are displayed showing the user how to silence the warning. When in the AUTO or RUN modes the instructions are to press the Info key and when in the OFF mode press the Stop key. OWN-GEN 01/12...

  • Page 22: Genset Online

    Check for any overheating due to loose Check for any discoloration, melting or blistering connections. of any wiring or connections Perform regular testing of controller Perform regular testing of the controller to check for proper operation. OWN-GEN 01/12...

  • Page 23: Remote Unit Settings

    The 3 main line positions display the current available on-line genset controllers. Each line displays the on-line Genset Controller’s Name, State and the Status Mark. On the second line of the display, the relevant message of the selected genset controller, like warning, running detail etc., is shown. OWN-GEN 01/12...

  • Page 24: Genset Controller's Name

    The ON-LINE GENSET PARAMETER mode has 3 different pages corresponding to the on-line genset controller, the AUTO, RUN and FAIL states. Start and stop functionality is the same in this mode as the ON-LINE GENSET STATUS mode. Press the Info key to return to the ON-LINE GENSET STATUS mode. OWN-GEN 01/12...

  • Page 25: Wavenet Controller Harness - Accessories

    673 AC Wire Harness 22-40575 673 DC Wire Harness 22-40570 WaveNet NMEA Panel Connector 22-40598 (for Remotes, use 22-40597) WaveNet is connected on a NMEA 2000 network. Installation must be made by an NMEA 2000 certifi ed technician. OWN-GEN 01/12...

  • Page 26: Ct's (Current Transformers)

    40A. If installing lower amperage fuse protection be certain that current draw does not exceed the fuse current limit. Table 12 – WaveNet fuse part list. Fuse Description Manufacturer Part No. 40A, 32VDC Auto Fast Action Littlefuse-257040 OWN-GEN 01/12...
  • Page 27 1-17-12 WAVENET INSTALLATION TO SOUND SHIELD M673L/TF276D Sound Shield (05-78000) B-9802A OWN-GEN 01/12...
  • Page 28 WAVENET INSTALLATION TO SOUND SHIELD M673L3/LD3/TF276D Sound Shield (05-78010) B-9917 OWN-GEN 01/12...
  • Page 29 8-4-11 WAVENET INSTALLATION IN SOUND SHIELD PANEL C-6773C OWN-GEN 01/12...
  • Page 30 8-4-11 WAVENET INSTALLATION TO SOUND SHIELD M773W3 Sound Shield [2.02] 51.2 [4.62] 117.3 [2.07] 52.7 [4.50] 114.3 B-9947 OWN-GEN 01/12...
  • Page 31 8-4-11 WAVENET INSTALLATION TO SOUND SHIELD M773 / W3 / LW2 / LW3 and M843/ JK / NK / NW2 / NW3 Sound Shield [2.19] 55.5 [4.63] 117.6 [2.25] 57.2 [4.50] 114.3 [1.21] 30.8 [5.51] 140.0 B-10057 OWN-GEN 01/12...
  • Page 32 8-4-11 WAVENET INSTALLATION TO SOUND SHIELD M843W3 / NW3 Sound Shield [2.00] 50.9 [4.64] 117.9 [2.07] 52.7 [4.50] 114.3 B-9948 OWN-GEN 01/12...
  • Page 33 8-4-11 WAVENET PANEL INSTALLATION: STEP 1 M844L / 844 Sound Shield, RH (Service) Side Aft Panel. B-9973 OWN-GEN 01/12...
  • Page 34 8-4-11 DYNAGEN PANEL INSTALLATION: STEP 2 M844L / 844 Sound Shield, RH (Service) Side Aft Panel. [111] 4.38 [114] 4.50 [117] 4.63 [110] 4.31 B-9974 OWN-GEN 01/12...
  • Page 35 8-4-11 WAVENET INSTALLATION TO SOUND SHIELD M844W3 / LW3 Sound Shield [1.91] 48.5 [4.64] 117.9 [1.98] 50.3 [4.50] 114.3 B-9949 OWN-GEN 01/12...
  • Page 36 8-2-11 WAVENET PANEL INSTALLATION STEP 1 M864W3 / M944T Sound Shield B-9728A OWN-GEN 01/12...
  • Page 37 8-2-11 WAVENET PANEL INSTALLATION: STEP 2 M864W3 / M944T Sound Shield B-9729A OWN-GEN 01/12...
  • Page 38 8-4-11 WAVENET INSTALLATION TO SOUND SHIELD M944W3 Sound Shield [2.19] 55.7 [4.63] 117.6 [2.26] 57.4 [4.50] 114.3 [1.21] 30.8 [5.51] 140.0 B-10058 OWN-GEN 01/12...
  • Page 39 8-4-11 WAVENET INSTALLATION TO SOUND SHIELD M944W3 Sound Shield [1.61] 40.8 [4.63] 117.6 [4.50] 114.3 [1.67] 42.4 B-10059 OWN-GEN 01/12...
  • Page 40 WAVENET REMOTE PANEL INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS B-9829 OWN-GEN 01/12...
  • Page 42 4420 14th Ave. NW., Seattle WA 98107 Tel: (206) 789-3880 • 1-800-762-0165 • Fax: (206) 782-5455 Northern Lights and Lugger are registered trademarks of Northern Lights, Inc. www.northern-lights.com © 2012 All rights reserved. Litho USA.

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