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Hubbell Diesel Engine Fire Pump Controller LX3000 Instruction Manual

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Hubbell Industrial Controls, Inc.
HUBBELL
A subsidiary of Hubbell Incorporated
4301 Cheyenne Dr.
Archdale, NC 27263
Telephone (336) 434-2800
FAX (336) 434-2803

Instruction Manual

Model LX3000
Diesel Engine
Fire Pump Controller
Publication No. 203
December 2003
Page 1 of 17

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    Hubbell Industrial Controls, Inc. HUBBELL A subsidiary of Hubbell Incorporated 4301 Cheyenne Dr. Archdale, NC 27263 Telephone (336) 434-2800 FAX (336) 434-2803 Instruction Manual Model LX3000 Diesel Engine Fire Pump Controller Publication No. 203 December 2003 Page 1 of 17...

  • Page 2: Installation

    Open the pressure recorder door and loosen the two chart plate screws. Swing the chart plate outwards to gain access to the pressure switch control board. Set the STOP (HIGH) pressure setting on the upper three switches. Set the START (LOW) pressure setting on the lower three switches.
  • Page 3 Manual Start a. Turn the AUTOMATIC / MANUAL SWITCH to the MANUAL position. b. Operate the MANUAL CRANK # 1 switch or the MANUAL CRANK # 2 switch. Release as soon as the engine starts.
  • Page 4 Reconnect the starter motor cable(s). Automatic Pressure Start a. With the AUTOMATIC / MANUAL SWITCH in the AUTO position, lower the system pressure below the Start pressure. b. The engine will start and run until pressure is above the Stop setting and the STOP button is pressed, or the CONTROLLER ON / OFF SWITCH is turned to the OFF position, or the optional Automatic Stop Timer, typically set for 15 or 30 minutes, stops the engine.
  • Page 5 The alarm will sound and the Common Trouble relay will energize. The LOW OIL PRESSURE LED will come on and remain on after the engine stops. c. Turn the CONTROLLLER ON / OFF - RESET SWITCH to the OFF - RESET position then back to the CONTROLLER ON position to reset the LOW OIL PRESSURE Alarm.

  • Page 6: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting DANGER ARNING: Disconnect AC power to the Controller before servicing to prevent shock or accident hazard. Before troubleshooting, perform the following checks: a. visual inspection for physical damage. b. ensure that all switches are in the normal operating position. c.
  • Page 7 Battery circuits Engine does not crank with MANUAL START Engine does not crank MANUAL CRANK #1 using MANUAL switch START - Battery No. 1 Engine does not crank MANUAL CRANK #2 using MANUAL switch START - Battery No. 2 If voltage checks indicate batteries and circuits OK then the engine starter or the pilot (or starting) contactors are faulty.
  • Page 8 TEST or AUTO Board faulty Engine cranks with MANUAL START Water and fuel solenoids energized Engine does not crank Pressure Switch, or in AUTO when water Main Logic Board pressure decreases faulty Engine cranks with MANUAL START Table 6-1 Troubleshooting (Continued)
  • Page 9 No power to solenoid Pushbutton does not drain valve, or faulty start engine valve AUTOMATIC / Faulty Timer MANUAL SWITCH in AUTO Engine starts after pressure drop Alarm does not sound, Alarm faulty Associated light not on LED Display faulty...
  • Page 10 Engine cranking and Main Logic Board indication OK faulty Connect a jumper Replace water across the water temperature switch temperature switch on the engine Start engine with MANUAL START switch Verify that engine starts and alarm sounds Check sensor Replace sensor...
  • Page 11 Condition Engine does not crank Remote switch faulty with Remote Start Main Logic Board Cranks when water faulty pressure decreases Engine does not start Power Sense Board or after AC power loss Main Logic Board faulty Engine does not stop...

  • Page 13: Pen Replacement

    Pressure Switch / Recorder Changing the Chart Paper First, locate the “change chart” button (#3) located in the upper left corner of the recorder. Press and hold this button for approximately one (1) second until the pen begins to move to the left of the chart. Wait until the pen has moved completely off of the chart.
  • Page 14 Figure 4 Pressure Settings SEE NOTE (3) Status LED’S Stop Pressure Start Pressure...

  • Page 15: Battery Charger

    Battery Charger Introduction The Power Sense Board monitors the charging current and voltage of both chargers. LED’s indicate that the chargers are supplying current output, that the battery / charger voltage is above 90%, and that AC Power is available to power the chargers. Specifications LED Indication READY, green...

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting Chart

    10 A Charge Current LED flashing Ready LED does not come on, Batteries do not charge fully Contact the local Hubbell representative to request additional information, parts, or drawings. Troubleshooting Chart Possible cause 1) No AC power 2) Charger AC fuse blown...
  • Page 17 Location and Description of Control Settings...

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