R-200A Digital Controller
TECHNICAL
MANUAL
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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
High Coolant Temp (Red LED Indicator)................7
Safety Rules ........................................ Inside Front Cover
Low Coolant Level (Flashing Red
General Information ......................................................... 2
High Coolant Temp LED Indicator).....................7
Introduction...........................................................2
Overspeed (Red LED Indicator) .............................7
Control Board Dip Switch & Jumper Settings.......2
Generator Operation..............................................5
Engine Timing........................................................5
Utility Failure .........................................................5
Manual Mode ......................................................5
Auto Mode...........................................................5
Exercise Mode.....................................................5
Utility Restored ......................................................5
Initial Cranking......................................................5
Active Alarm...........................................................6
Re-crank ................................................................6
Normal Exercise Mode...........................................6
Low Speed Exercise ...............................................6
Auto Start ..............................................................6
Manual Start..........................................................7
System Ready (Green LED Indicator) ....................7
Low Fuel Pressure (Yellow LED Indicator) .............7
Low Battery (Red LED Indicator)...........................7
Low Oil Pressure (Red LED Indicator)...................7
RPM Signal Failure
(Flashing Red Overspeed Indicator)....................8
RPM Signal Failure During Cranking ..................8
RPM Signal Failure During Running....................8
Overcrank (Red LED Indicator) .............................8
Invalid Dip Switch Setting (All Red LED's On).......8
Alarm Cancel .........................................................8
Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS Mode) .................8
Engineered Transfer Switch
(2-wire Start GTS Mode).....................................9
Voltage Regulator Adjustment ..............................10
R-200A J1 Connector (23 Pin,
Gray=1800 rpm, White=3600 rpm)..............11
R-200A J2 Connector (14 Pin White)................11
2A and 10A Battery Chargers...............................11
2A, 12VDC Battery Charger ..............................12
10A, 12VDC Battery Charger ............................12
Notes...................................................................................13
AUTHORIZED SERVICE
DEALER LOCATION
To locate the nearest AUTHORIZED
SERVICE DEALER, please call this number:
1-800-333-1322
DEALER LOCATION INFORMATION
CAN BE OBTAINED AT THIS NUMBER,
or visit the website at www.generac.com.
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INTRODUCTION
CONTROL BOARD DIP SWITCH &
The R-200A Controller incorporates the generator
control circuitry, the ignition coil driver circuitry and
the interface circuitry to an external governor driver.
JUMPER SETTINGS
The Switch "ON" position location is marked on the
DIP switch housing (see Figures 1 and 2.) To activate
the DIP Switch settings place the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL
switch in the OFF Mode, make the DIP switch chang-
es and then push and hold the Set Exercise Switch
for five seconds.
The R-200A Controller can control a;
• 4-cylinder, 1.6L, 1800 rpm or 3600 rpm engine
• 4-cylinder, 2.4L, 1800 rpm or 3600 rpm engine
• 6-cylinder, 4.2L, 1800 rpm engine (with separate
ignition coil driver)
The R-200A controller will monitor the utility voltage
to determine if stand-by power is required. Should
the utility voltage fail, the unit will start and run,
detaching from the utility and supplying the customer
load from the generator.
DIP Switch Position 1: Reserved for future use. The
position of this DIP Switch does not affect generator
operation.
DIP Switch Position 2: Selects the type of transfer
switch to be used with the generator. When an "HS" or
RTS-type transfer switch is used (ATS Mode) this DIP
Switch should be in the OFF Position. When a W-type
transfer switch is used (GTS Mode) the generator
2-wire start inputs can be used to control the gen-
erator operation. The 2-wire start inputs are labeled
as 178 and 183 on the wiring terminals inside the
generator's customer connection panel.
Both the 1.6L and 2.4L engines use a magnetic
pickup on the flywheel gear to provide speed informa-
tion. A cam sensor is used to provide engine position
information. Each engine uses two coil drivers in a
waste spark coil pack for ignition. With a waste spark
coil, each high-voltage coil output is connected to two
spark plugs resulting in each spark plug being fired
during both the compression and exhaust cycle.
DIP Switch Position 3: Selects the engine operating
speed in exercise mode.
The 4.2L engine uses a magnetic pickup on the fly-
wheel gear to provide speed information. A cam sen-
sor and a crankshaft sensor provide information to a
separate ignition coil driver that fires each spark plug
independently.
DIP Switch Position 4: Selects the type of Fuel used
by the generator. The fuel regulator must also be con-
figured for the correct fuel type.
DIP Switch Position 5: Selects the engine displace-
ment when Switch Position 7 is OFF. This position is
ignored when Switch Position 7 is ON.
The above generators are configured, at the factory,
to use either LP Vapor or Natural Gas (NG). The gov-
ernor gains have been pre-set and are not adjustable.
The output frequency of the generator main alterna-
tor is 60Hz.
DIP Switch Position 6: Selects the alternator kW
rating for the 2.4L at 3600 rpm and the 4.2L at 1800
rpm. The position of this DIP switch does not affect
generator operation for the 1.6L, or the 1800 rpm
2.4L.
The controller PCB, located on the inside door of
the R-200A, may have one of several part numbers.
Early 1.6L units will have part number 0G1505A.
Early 2.4L units will have part number 0G1505B.
Later units have part number 0G1303A for 1800
rpm or, 0G1303B for 3600 rpm. The 0G1303B is a
suitable replacement for the 0G1505A and 0G1505B.
In later units, or if the engine has emission controls,
part number 0G1303C is used for 1800 rpm and
0G1303D is used for 3600 rpm. The latest versions
include 30kW, 3600 rpm, 1.6L control and 18kW,
1800 rpm, 1.6L control. Part number 0G1303E is
used for 1800 rpm and 0G1303F is used for 3600
rpm. The 0G1303C or 0G1303E will work in place
of 0G1303A. The 0G1303D or 0G1303F will work in
place of 0G1303B, 0G1505A or 0G1505B.
DIP Switch Position 7: Selects 4.2L displacement
when ON. When OFF, Switch Position 5 selects dis-
placement.
DIP Switch Position 8: Reserved for future use. The
position of this DIP switch does not affect generator
operation.
Switch OFF
Reserved
Switch ON
Position 1
Position 2
Position 3
Position 4
Position 5
Position 6
Reserved
ATS Mode
GTS Mode
Low Speed Exercise
LP Vapor Fuel (LP)
2.4L
Normal Speed Exercise
Natural Gas Fuel (NG)
1.6L
The addition of the 4.2L engine required creation of
a new series of controller (see Figure 2). This control-
ler is part number 0G3958C for 1800 rpm units and
0G3958D for 3600 rpm units. All previous part num-
bers are replacable with these new controllers.
45kW (2.4L, 3600 rpm and 35kW (2.4L, 3600 rpm and
4.2L, 1800 rpm)
4.2L, 1800 rpm)
Position 7
Position 8
1.6L, 2.4L
4.2L
Reserved
Reserved
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Jumper JMP1/S2: Selects the engine displacement.
Set to position 1 and 2 for 1.6L. Set to position 2
and 3 for 2.4L. The jumper is not used on PCB's
0G1505A or 0G1505B. On later revisions, JMP1 is
replaced by S2. S2 has no effect on 4.2L operation
and is ignored when DIP Switch Position 7 is ON.
Jumper Position*
Description
1.6L Selected
2.4L Selected
1 & 2
2 & 3
* When S2 is used, see decal adjacent to S2. Ignored when Pos 7 is ON.
Figure 1 — Dip Switch & Jumper Settings
(Old Revision)
If the DIP switch and jumper settings are not set
JUMPER - JMP1
correctly, the generator engine may run rough,
not start or not provide rated power. When LP
fuel is used it is very important that DIP Switch
Position 4 be in the LP fuel position (switch
OFF).
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J4
1
J5
U9
LED Indicators visible through front panel (see Table
1 and Figure 3).
U7
ON
1
2
Table 1
SOFTWARE P/N
REV
3
4
5
6
7
8
#
DATE XXXX
J2
• System Ready
Green LED
Yellow LED
Red LED
Red LED
Red LED
Red LED
Red LED
RL1
• Low Fuel Pressure
• Low Battery
• Low Oil Pressure
• Hi Coolant Temp/Low Coolant Level
• Over Speed/RPM Sensor Loss
• Over Crank
J1
J3
POS
OFF
ON
DESCRIPTION
RESERVED
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
DIP SWITCH
ATS
LOW SPD
LP
GTS
NORMAL
NG
TRANSFER SWITCH MODE
EXERCISE MODE
FUEL TYPE
Figure 3 — LED Indicators on Front Panel
2.4L
1.6L
ENGINE TYPE
45kW
35kW
kW RATING FOR 2.4L, 3600rpm
RESERVED
RESERVED
OVERCRANK
Figure 2 — Dip Switch & Jumper Settings
(New Revision)
OVERSPEED
LOW COOLANT LEVEL
HI COOLANT TEMPERATURE
LOW OIL PRESSURE
LOW BATTERY
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
S1
J5
ON
J1
LOW FUEL PRESSURE
SYSTEM READY
U12
RL1
2.4
1.6
S2
U6
S2
J2
C15
C14
C13
J3
POS
OFF
ATS
ON
DESCRIPTION
RESERVED
TRANSFER SW. MODE
1
2
3
4
DIP
SWITCH
GTS
LOW SPD NORMAL EXERCISE MODE
LP
NG
FUEL TYPE
5
6
7
2.4L
45kW
1.6L, 2.4L
1.6L
35kW
4.2L
ENGINE TYPE WHEN POS 7 IS OFF
kW RATING FOR 2.4L 3600 RPM AND 4.2L, 1800 RPM
ENGINE SELECT FOR 4.2L
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RESERVED
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Switch Position
Condition
System
Ready
Low
Fuel
Low
Bat
Low
Oil
High
Temp
Over
Speed
Over
Crank
Manual Auto Off
Generator Switch is
in the OFF Mode
OFF
@
@
@
@
@
@
@
@
@
@
@
@
@
@
@
X
X
X
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
O
System Ready for
Automatic Start
ON
O
Generator Switch is
in the MANUAL Mode
OFF
X
OFF
O
Weekly Exerciser
is not Set (Note A)
Flashing Flashing Flashing Flashing
(---------------------------------------1 sec rate -------------------------------------)
Flashing
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
Battery Voltage <12.2V
for > 1 minute
X
ON
(Non-Latching)
Battery Voltage <6V
For > 0.05 seconds
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
Unit Shutdown due
To Low Oil Pressure
X
X
ON
Unit Shutdown due
To High Cooant Temp
ON
Unit Shutdown due
To Engine Overspeed
X
ON
Unit Failed to Start
During it's Crank Cycle
X
ON
Utility Voltage is
< 60% of Nominal
Flashing
1 sec rate
X
Unit Shutdown due
To Low Coolant Level
OFF
OFF
X
Flashing
Engine Speed Signal
Fault/RPM Signal Loss
X
Flashing
Control Board is
In GTS Mode
Flashing
5 sec ON, 1 sec OFF
X
O
O
DIP Switch #5 is
not set correctly
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
@ = Low Fuel Pressure is a Yellow LED and will be ON when fuel pressure is less than 5 inches Water Column
X = indicates that the LED can be ON or OFF depending on the Operating Mode (i.e. Manual, OFF or Auto)
Note A: a RED LED fault indication has priority over the flashing LED's used to indicate exercise time not set
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GENERATOR OPERATION
UTILITY FAILURE
The R-200A controller monitors the front panel
switch position and reads the DIP switch position set-
tings when the control board is initially powered-up.
When the utility fails, a 15 second timer will start.
If the utility is still gone when the timer expires the
engine will crank and start. Once started a 10 sec-
ond engine warm-up timer will be initiated. When
the warm-up timer expires, the R-200A controller
will transfer the load to the generator (ATS Mode).
The transfer of load when the generator is running is
dependent upon the operating conditions as follows:
In the OFF position the controller will only be incre-
menting the exercise timer and monitoring the bat-
tery voltage and low fuel pressure sensor.
In the MANUAL position the controller will start and
run the generator.
In the AUTO position the controller will go into a
"standby" mode, where the controller will monitor
the utility voltage and the exercise timer, and deter-
mine if the generator needs to be started and the load
transferred.
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MANUAL MODE
The unit will not transfer if the utility is present, it
will un-transfer if the utility voltage is above 80% of
nominal for > 15 seconds and will re-transfer if the
utility voltage drops below 60% of nominal for >15
seconds.
Battery voltage is continuously monitored and a
warning LED is lit if the battery voltage drops below
approximately 12.2 volts for longer than one (1) min-
ute. The LED will turn off when the battery voltage
goes back above approximately 12.5 volts.
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AUTO MODE
The engine will run if the utility fails for >15 sec-
onds, will not transfer if the utility is present, will
un-transfer if the utility is above 80% of nominal for
>15 seconds, and will stop the engine after a one 1
minute cool-down time.
If, however, the battery voltage drops below 6V during
cranking the low battery LED will stay lit.
While starting and running the engine, the controller
will monitor the engine condition and shut the engine
down on;
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EXERCISE MODE
• Over Crank
• Over Speed
• High Coolant Temperature
• Low Coolant Level
• Low Oil Pressure
The unit will not exercise if the generator is already
running (in manual or auto mode). The generator
will only transfer if the utility fails during the exer-
cise period for >15 seconds, and the switch is in the
AUTO mode above.
• Engine Speed Signal Loss/RPM Sensor Loss (the
overspeed LED flashes to indicate this fault)
• Dead Battery (battery voltage < 6V during crank-
ing)
UTILITY RESTORED
When the utility returns, a 15 second timer will start.
At the completion of this time, if the utility supply has
been above 80% of nominal voltage for the previous
15 seconds, the control will transfer the load back to
the utility. When the load is transferred a one (1) min-
ute cool down timer will start, after which the engine
will be shutdown.
ENGINE TIMING
Nominal engine timing when Natural Gas (NG) fuel
is selected is:
• 1.6L engine is 34 degrees BTDC at 3600 rpm; 28
degrees BTDC at 1800 rpm
• 2.4L engine is 30 degrees BTDC
• 4.2L engine is 15 degrees BTDC
INITIAL CRANKING
The initial crank cycle will be a 15 second crank fol-
lowed by a seven (7) second rest. This will be followed
by 5 additional cycles of seven (7) second cranks fol-
lowed by seven (7) second rests. If the engine still
fails to start, the overcrank LED will be illuminated.
Nominal engine timing when LP fuel is selected is:
• 1.6L engine is 22 degrees BTDC at 3600 rpm; 20
degrees BTDC at 1800 rpm
• 2.4L engine is 21 degrees BTDC
• 4.2L engine is 15 degrees BTDC
Based on the above, the maximum number of engine
crank events is six (6), which is approximately 90
seconds, prior to illuminating the overcrank LED.
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ACTIVE ALARM
LOW SPEED EXERCISE
To select this mode place DIP switch position 3 in the
OFF position.
Low Oil Pressure, High Coolant Temp, Low Coolant
Level, Overspeed, Overcrank, Engine Speed Signal
Loss and a Dead Battery indication will all be latched
shutdowns. In the event one of these conditions
occurs, the unit will be shut down, the appropriate
LED will be illuminated, and the unit will not start
again without manual intervention (see Re-Crank
below).
In Low Speed Exercise mode the normal speed 3600
rpm generators will exercise at 1800 rpm. The nor-
mal 1800 rpm generators will exercise at 1400 rpm
in this mode.
If the utility fails during the low speed exercise period,
a 10 second timer will start. If the utility returns to
a normal operating level, during this 10 second time
interval the low speed exercise operation will contin-
ue. If the utility is still not present (i.e. utility voltage
less than 60% of nominal) when the above 10 second
timer expires then the low speed exercise mode is
terminated and the engine will ramp up to its normal
running speed within five (5) seconds. If the utility
returns during the five (5) second ramp-up period
the generator will terminate the exercise mode. If the
utility is still not present, once the generator is up
to its normal running speed, then the controller will
transfer the load to the generator. When the utility
returns the generator will shutdown.
RE-CRANK
If an engine speed signal failure occurs while the gen-
erator is running the engine will shutdown and then
attempt a re-crank. A maximum of two re-cranks will
be attempted after which the overcrank LED will be
set. If the engine speed signal failure occurred during
the engine exercise mode the exercise timer will con-
tinue from where it was at the start of the re-crank
and is not reset.
NORMAL EXERCISE MODE
To select this mode, place DIP switch position 3 in
the ON position.
If battery power to the R-200A Controller is lost, the
weekly exercise time setting will be lost. This is indi-
cated by all 5 red LED's continually flashing in ATS
mode. In this state the generator will still start and
run in MANUAL mode, or automatically start and run
if utility voltage is lost while in AUTO mode, but it will
NOT perform a weekly exercise cycle.
In Normal Exercise Mode the generators will exercise
at their normal running speed.
The R-200A controller will start and run the genera-
tor once every seven (7) days for approximately 12
minutes. If the utility fails during the exercise period,
this exercise period is aborted and the R-200A
Controller transfers the load to the generator output,
assumes automatic operation and continues to run
until the utility is returned.
In the event of a failure while running in this mode,
the five (5) red LED's will stop flashing, the indi-
vidual fault LED will turn on and the engine will be
shut down. Once the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch is
switched to OFF, the individual fault LED will turn off
and the five (5) red LED's will begin flashing to show
that the exercise mode has not yet been set.
The weekly exercise cycle is set as follows:
1. Place the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch in the
AUTO position.
2. Press and hold the "Set Exercise Time " switch for
five (5) seconds and then release.
At this time all five (5) red LED's will flash for 10
seconds, then the engine will start and run for it's
12 minute exercise period, then shut down. The gen-
erator will now start and run each week at approxi-
mately the same time.
AUTO START
This unit is designed to automatically start in the
event of a utility failure. A utility failure is defined as
the utility voltage being less than approximately 60%
of nominal, while the utility is considered good when
it is restored to approximately 80% of its nominal
value.
If battery power to the R-200A Controller is lost, the
weekly exercise time setting will be lost. This is indi-
cated by all five (5) red LED's continually flashing in
ATS mode. In this state the generator will still start
and run in MANUAL mode, or automatically start and
run if utility voltage is lost while in AUTO mode, but
it will NOT perform a weekly exercise cycle.
If the generator is already running under exercise
when an auto start is required, it will simply transfer
the load after a 15 second delay and then switch to
auto operation.
In the event of a failure while running in this mode,
the five (5) red LED's will stop flashing, the indi-
vidual fault LED will turn on and the engine will be
shut down. Once the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch is
switched to OFF, the individual fault LED will turn off
and the five (5) red LED's will begin flashing to show
that the exercise mode has not yet been set.
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LOW BATTERY (RED LED INDICATOR)
The R-200A controller continually monitors the bat-
tery voltage and turns on the low battery LED if the
battery voltage falls below approximately 12.2VDC
for one minute. A low battery voltage is a non-latch-
ing alarm and will not shut down the engine, however,
it is a possible indication of a potential issue with
the battery or battery charger and should be inves-
tigated.
DANGER
With the switch set to AUTO, the engine can
crank and start suddenly without warning. Such
automatic start up normally occurs when utility
source voltage drops below a pre-set level. To
prevent possible injury that might be caused by
such sudden starts, set the AUTO/ OFF/MANUAL
switch to OFF and remove the NEGATIVE battery
cable from the battery before working on or
around the unit. Then, place a “DO NOT OPER-
ATE” tag on the control console.
The low battery LED will automatically turn off if the
battery voltage rises above approximately 12.5VDC.
If the engine is running when the low battery condi-
tion occurs, the engine will continue to run as long
as possible.
MANUAL START
Allows the user to start and run the generator manu-
ally. Transfer of the load to the generator will occur
if the utility is lost while the engine is running in the
manual mode.
If the battery voltage drops below 6V at any time dur-
ing cranking, the crank cycle will be terminated and
the low battery LED will remain lit. This is a latched
fault and will shut down the engine.
SYSTEM READY (GREEN LED
LOW OIL PRESSURE (RED LED
INDICATOR)
INDICATOR)
Is a positive status indicator and dependent upon the
following conditions being true:
Occurs if the oil pressure switch closes while the
engine is running after the 10 second hold off timer
expires. This is a latched fault and will shutdown the
engine.
1. Switch in the AUTO position.
2. No other warning indicator present.
3. Controller is functional.
HIGH COOLANT TEMP (RED LED
The System Ready LED will also indicate if utility
voltage is present at the control board. The system
ready LED will flash every second (at a 0.5 second
ON and a 0.5 second OFF rate) when utility voltage is
not present at the control board when the switch is in
either the AUTO or MANUAL position. This function
is ONLY available with DIP Switch Position 2 in the
OFF position (ATS application).
INDICATOR)
Occurs if the high coolant temp switch closes. Checks
are made after the 10 second hold off timer expires.
This is a latched fault and will shutdown the engine.
LOW COOLANT LEVEL (FLASHING RED
HIGH COOLANT TEMP LED INDICATOR)
Occurs if the coolant level is low. Checks are made
after the 10 second hold off timer expires. This is a
latched fault and will shutdown the engine.
The system ready LED will also indicate if the genera-
tor is in the GTS Mode (i.e. DIP Switch Position 2 in
the ON Position). The system ready LED will flash at
a five (5) seconds ON and one (1) second OFF rate in
GTS Mode.
OVERSPEED (RED LED INDICATOR)
An overspeed shutdown will occur if the engine speed
is greater than 4300 rpm for a 3600 rpm engine;
2160 rpm for an 1800 rpm engine; 2250 rpm for an
1800 rpm engine, for three (3) seconds. An overspeed
condition will shutdown the engine and activate the
over speed LED. An immediate overspeed shutdown
will occur if the engine speed is greater than 4500
rpm for a 3600 rpm engine.
LOW FUEL PRESSURE (YELLOW LED
INDICATOR)
The yellow low fuel pressure LED will turn ON if the
fuel supply pressure drops below approximately five
(5) inches water column (i.e. occurs when the low fuel
pressure sensing switch on the fuel regulator opens).
This is a non-latched fault (visual LED warning only)
and does not trigger the controller alarm output. Low
fuel pressure sensing is active in all generator operat-
ing modes (i.e. MANUAL, OFF and AUTO).
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RPM SIGNAL FAILURE (FLASHING RED
INVALID DIP SWITCH SETTING
OVERSPEED INDICATOR)
(ALL RED LED’S ON)
If the R-200A controller does not receive a signal
from the engine flywheel sensor, the R-200A control-
ler cannot maintain the generator output frequency
or monitor for an overspeed condition. If this sig-
nal is lost the R-200A controller will shut down the
engine as follows:
All five (5) RED LED’s on the front panel will be ON
all the time if DIP switch position 5 is not set cor-
rectly.
ALARM CANCEL
When the generator is shut down on a latched fault or
latching alarm, the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch must
be set to the OFF position to turn off the correspond-
ing fault LED. Prior to moving the switch to the OFF
position, record which LEDs are ON or FLASHING
and the date on the back cover of this manual.
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RPM SIGNAL FAILURE DURING CRANKING
The engine control board (R-200A controller) will
monitor the engine speed signal during engine crank-
ing. If the control board does not see a valid signal
within the first four seconds of each crank cycle it
will stop the crank cycle, lock out on a shut down
fault and flash the overspeed LED.
AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH (ATS
MODE)
When this generator, along with an RTS-type or HS-
type automatic transfer switch has been installed and
connected, a circuit board in the generator control
panel constantly monitors the utility voltage and con-
trols the operation of the transfer switch.
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RPM SIGNAL FAILURE DURING RUNNING
Running mode is handled differently because there
is always the possibility the engine could slow down
or stop running due to a temporary overload. To
avoid shutting down and latching out on a temporary
problem the following is done. If the engine is up and
running, and the control board stops receiving a valid
engine speed input signal it will respond as follows:
To implement this mode of operation, Position 2 of
the eight-position DIP switch, which is located on the
generator circuit board (see Figures 1 and 2), must
be in the OFF position. In ATS Mode utility voltage
sensing, weekly exercising, and load transferring is
under the control of the generator.
1. It will close the throttle.
2. It will shut down the engine by turning off the fuel
Should the utility voltage drop below a preset value,
and remain at this low voltage for a preset amount
of time, the generator cranks and starts. After the
generator starts, the transfer switch transfers the
load circuits to the generator so the generator can
power them. When the utility source voltage has been
restored, the transfer switch re-transfers the load
circuits back to the utility source voltage and the gen-
erator shuts down.
supply.
3. It will wait for 15 seconds to ensure the engine
has stopped.
4. It will then energize the starter and monitor the
engine speed signal.
A. If the control board does not see the engine
speed signal it will stop the crank cycle, lock out
on fault, and flash the overspeed LED.
B. If the control board does see the engine speed
input signal during cranking it will start and run
the engine normally. If the engine speed signal is
again lost while running it will repeat the above
procedure one more time.
The transfer switch is controlled by the generator
circuit board via control wires 23 and 194. Wire 23
connects the collector of an NPN transistor on the
generator circuit board to the “low side” (Terminal
23) of the transfer relay coil in the transfer switch.
Wire 194 connects positive battery voltage from the
generator circuit board to the “high side” (Terminal
194) of the transfer relay coil in the transfer switch.
C. If the failure should repeat a third time, the con-
trol board will shut down the engine, lock out on
fault, and flash the over speed LED.
In order for the generator utility voltage sensing
function to work, it is necessary to provide a 5 amp
fused 240VAC for 240V or 480V systems or 208VAC
utility source connection (depending on the generator
being used) from the transfer switch main N1 and N2
terminals to the generator wiring panel N1 and N2
terminals (See Figure 4).
OVERCRANK (RED LED INDICATOR)
Occurs if the engine has not started within the total
90 second crank cycle. This is a latched fault and will
shut down the engine.
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Figure 4 - Connection Diagram (ATS Mode)
FROM UTILITY
TO LOAD
FEEDER CIRCUITS
MAIN LINE
CIRCUIT
BREAKER
OR FUSE
GENERATOR
CHARGER
LOAD
DISTRIBUTION
PANEL
N1 N2 (N3)
FUSE
FUSE
T1
T2
(T3)
120 VAC
LINE
NEU
GND
N1
N2
194
23
194
23
RTS-TYPE
OR
HS-TYPE
TRANSFER
SWITCH
178
183
N2 N1
E1 E2 (E3)
E1 E2 (E3)
Generator control board DIP switch position 2 ON =
2-wire Start GTS Mode:
• The generator control board will NOT monitor the
utility.
• The generator control board will NOT perform a
weekly exercise. (In GTS mode the green system
ready LED will be ON for five (5) seconds and OFF
for one (1) second).
Be very careful when connecting high-voltage
wires labeled N1 and N2 and low-voltage wires
labeled 23 and 194 in both the generator wiring
panel and the transfer switch wiring panel. The
control board will be damaged if these wires are
not connected correctly.
• The generator control board will NOT activate the
In order for the generator battery charger function
to work, it is necessary to provide a 120VAC util-
ity source connection to the generator wiring panel
LINE, NEUTRAL and GND terminals (see Figure 4).
transfer output.
• The generator control board WILL monitor all
engine conditions and shut down on all the faults
listed in this document.
For the W-type transfer switch to control utility volt-
age sensing, weekly exercising and load transferring,
suitable wiring must also be connected from the
transfer switch 178 and 183, 2-wire start terminals
to the corresponding generator 178 and 183 2-wire
start terminals. Recommended wire gauge sizes for
the 2-wire start wiring depend on the length of the
wire (see wiring length chart).
ENGINEERED TRANSFER SWITCH
(2-WIRE START GTS MODE)
When required, the generator can be installed with
an engineered W-type transfer switch which controls
utility voltage sensing, weekly exercising and load
transferring.
When Position 2 of the eight-position DIP switch,
which is located on the generator circuit board (see
Figures 1 and 2), is in the ON position then utility
voltage sensing, weekly exercising and load transfer-
ring is under the control of the engineered W-type
transfer switch (GTS Mode).
MAXIMUM WIRE LENGTH
460 feet (140M)
RECOMMENDED WIRE SIZE
No. 18 AWG.
461 TO 730 feet (223M)
731 to 1,160 feet (354m)
1,161 to 1,850 feet (565m)
No 16 AWG.
No 14 AWG.
No 12 AWG.
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Figure 5 - Connection Diagram (GTS Mode)
FROM UTILITY
TO LOAD
FEEDER CIRCUITS
MAIN LINE
CIRCUIT
BREAKER
OR FUSE
GENERATOR
CHARGER
120 VAC
LOAD
DISTRIBUTION
PANEL
N1 N2 (N3)
T1
T2
(T3)
LINE
NEU
GND
W-TYPE
TRANSFER
SWITCH
194
23
178
183
178
183
N2 N1
E1 E2 (E3)
E1 E2 (E3)
Route the 2-wire start control wires through suit-
able, approved conduit which is separate from the
AC power leads. Connection of wire 178 to wire 183
by relay contact closure action (volt free switch con-
tacts) in the transfer switch must result in generator
engine cranking and startup (see Figure 5).
MANUAL: The control board will start and run the
generator whenever the switch is in the manual posi-
tion.
AUTO: The control board will monitor the 2-wire
start circuit. When the 2-wire start wire 178 is con-
nected to 2-wire start wire 183, via a relay contact
closure in the W-type transfer switch, the control
board will start and run the generator. When the
2-wire start wire connection is opened the control
board will stop the generator.
Do NOT connect battery voltage, utility voltage
(N1/N2) or load voltage (T1/T2) to either the
178 or the 183 2-wire start terminals as this will
damage the generator control board.
When the control board is in AUTO, MANUAL or OFF
(GTS mode) the GREEN System Ready LED will flash
(five (5) seconds ON, one (1) second OFF) to indi-
cate that the transfer switch is performing the utility
monitoring and transfer functions.
In order for the generator battery charger function
to work, it is necessary to provide a 120Vac util-
ity source connection to the generator wiring panel
LINE, NEUTRAL and GND terminals (see Figure 5).
When in GTS mode, the control board will respond
as follows based on the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch
position.
VOLTAGE REGULATOR ADJUSTMENT
Although adjustment potentiometers are provided on
the voltage regulator installed in the control panel,
the voltage regulator potentiometers have been set at
the factory and should NOT be re-adjusted.
OFF: The generator will not start and run in this
position. Only the System Ready LED and the Low
Battery LED are active in the GTS OFF mode.
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R-200A J1 CONNECTOR (23 PIN, GRAY=1800
RPM, WHITE=3600 RPM)
Refer to the individual generator wiring dia-
grams and schematics for additional informa-
tion.
Pin #
1
2
Governor 12V Supply
Reserved (Do not connect any wires to this
pin.)
2A AND 10A BATTERY CHARGERS
There are two types of battery chargers. A 2 Amp bat-
tery charger and a 10 Amp battery charger.
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
GND-B to Governor Driver
Hi-Coolant Temp Input
0V to Governor Driver
5V Supply to Governor Driver
Distributor (Hall Sensor) 12V Sensor Supply
Low Coolant Level Input
Crank Signal Input
The 2 Amp battery charger is a "float" type charger. A
"float" type charger will charge the battery at its maxi-
mum output current rating until the battery voltage
reaches a "float" voltage and then the charge current
will decrease to maintain the battery at that "float"
voltage.
10 Crank Signal Return
11 Low Fuel Pressure Input
12 Governor Position Feedback Input
13 Reserved (Do not connect any wires to this
pin.)
14 Coil + (Supply voltage to engine coil pack.)
15 Coil A Driver
The 10 Amp battery charger is an "equalize" type
charger. An "equalize" type charger will charge the
battery at its maximum output current rating until
the battery voltage reaches an "equalize" voltage and
then the charge current will decrease to maintain the
battery at a lower "float" voltage.
16 2.4L Distributor Sensor Return
17 2.4L Distributor Sensor Input
18 Governor PWM Output
19 Governor Enable Output
20 Lo Oil Pressure Input
21 2.4L Flywheel Sensor Screen
22 Coil C Driver
23 Coil B Driver
The 2 Amp charger incorporates fuses on both the
input AC line and the battery charger output. The
input AC line fuse is a Littelfuse 2 Amp, Slo-Blo Fuse,
5x20mm, P/N 218002. The AC line fuse is located on
the charger printed-circuit board. The output DC bat-
tery fuse is a Littelfuse 5 Amp, Mini-Blade Fuse, P/N
297005. The battery fuse is located on the charger
printed-circuit board.
The 10 Amp charger incorporates fuses on both the
input ac line and the battery charger output. The
input AC line fuse is a Littelfuse 5 Amp, Slo-Blo Fuse,
5x20mm, P/N 218005. The AC line fuse is located
on the charger printed-circuit board. The output DC
battery fuse is a Littelfuse 15 Amp, ATO Fuse, P/N
257015. The battery fuse is located on the charger
printed-circuit board.
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Pin #
R-200A J2 CONNECTOR (14 PIN WHITE)
1
2
Reserved
Start (Crank) Relay Driver Output (minimum
coil resistance is 90 ohms)
Fuel (Run) Relay Driver Output (minimum
coil resistance is 90 ohms)
2-wire Start Input (from relay contact in W-
type transfer switch)
Momentary Open Switch Input (B+)
2-wire Start Return (from relay contact in W-
type transfer switch)
3
4
These chargers require that the battery be connected
to the charger in order to turn on. The battery voltage
must also be above a certain "boost" voltage for the
charger to turn-on.
5
6
The boost voltage required is approximately 11 volts
for a 12V system. If the battery open-circuit voltage is
less than the above boost voltage, it is recommended
that the battery be checked.
7
8
9
Manual/Auto Input (+BS)
19.5VAC Utility Sense Input
Reserved
If the voltage of the generator's 12V battery exceeds
15VDC, during normal charging operation, the bat-
tery should be checked. Typical battery voltages,
when a 12V battery is being charged, should be in the
13VDC to 15VDC range.
10 Transfer Switch Relay Driver Output (mini-
mum coil resistance is 60 ohms)
11 Manual Input
12 19.5VAC Utility Sense Return
13 Reserved
The 2 Amp and 10 Amp chargers are UL recognized
for use in the R-panel enclosure and are not to be
operated outside the R-panel enclosure.
14 GND-B (Battery Ground)
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2A, 12VDC BATTERY CHARGER
DANGER
Nominal Input AC Line Voltage .......................... 120Vac
Operating AC Line Voltage Range ...................108Vac to
Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen
gas. This gas can form an explosive mixture
around the battery for several hours after charg-
ing. The slightest spark can ignite the gas and
cause an explosion. Such an explosion can shat-
ter the battery and cause blindness or other
injury. Any area that houses a storage battery
must be properly ventilated. Do not allow smok-
ing, open flame, sparks or any spark producing
tools or equipment near the battery.
132Vac
Input AC Line Frequency..............................50 or 60Hz
AC Line Fuse......................... 2 Amp Slo-Blo, 5x20mm,
Littelfuse P/N 218002
Battery Fuse ........................................5 Amp, Littelfuse
Mini-Blade Fuse P/N 297005
Nominal Charge Rate ........................................ 2 Amps
Float Voltage (type).........................................13.4 Volts
Battery Undervoltage Shutdown (typ).............. 11 Volts
LED Indicators
Battery electrolyte fluid is an extremely corro-
sive sulfuric acid solution that can cause severe
burns. Do not permit fluid to contact eyes, skin,
clothing, painted surfaces, etc. Wear protective
goggles, protective clothing and gloves when
handling a battery. If fluid is spilled, flush the
affected area immediately with clear water.
AC Line Voltage > 108Vac................Green LED ON
Battery Connected & Charging.........Yellow LED ON
(the Green LED must be ON to obtain a valid bat-
tery charging indication,
Yellow LED ON if charge current > approx 0.5
Amps)
Battery Current Drain (AC Power OFF)........30mA (typ)
Do not use any jumper cables or booster battery
to crank and start the generator engine. If the
battery has completely discharged, remove it
from the generator for recharging.
AC Line Connection...........................via terminal block
(AC Hot, AC Neut & GND)
Battery Connections..........................via terminal block
(Pos +, Neg -)
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10A, 12VDC BATTERY CHARGER
Nominal Input AC Line Voltage ........................ 120Vac
Operating AC Line Voltage Range ......108Vac to 132Vac
Input AC Line Frequency.............................50 or 60Hz
AC Line Fuse......................................5 Amp, 5x20mm,
Littelfuse P/N 218005
Be sure the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch is set to
the OFF position, before connecting the battery
cables. If the switch is set to AUTO or MANUAL,
the generator can crank and start as soon as the
battery cables are connected.
Battery Fuse ..............................15 Amp, Littelfuse ATO
Blade P/N 257015
Be sure the utility power supply to the battery
charger is turned off, or sparking may occur at
the battery posts as the cables are attached and
cause an explosion.
Nominal Charge Rate ..................................... 10 Amps
Equalize Voltage (typ)....................................13.8 Volts
Float Voltage (typ) .........................................13.0 Volts
Current at Equalize to Float Transition (typ) .. 5 Amps
Battery Undervoltage Shutdown (typ)...............11 Volts
LED Indicators
AC Line Voltage > 108Vac...............Green LED ON
Battery Connected & Charging........Yellow LED ON
the Green LED must be ON to obtain a valid
battery charging indication,
Yellow LED ON if charge current > approx 2
Amps)
Battery Current Drain (AC Power OFF).......30mA (typ)
AC Line Connections.........................via terminal block
(AC Hot, AC Neut & GND)
Battery Connections..........................via terminal block
(Pos +, Neg -)
Control Connections ......................AC Power Fail Relay,
Form C, 2Amps, 12Vdc
(N.O. Contact closes when ac line voltage is applied)
(N.O. Contact opens when ac line voltage is removed)
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GENERAC POWER SYSTEMS, INC.
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WAUKESHA, WI 53187
Part No. 0G1341
Revision E (06/19/07)
Printed in U.S.A.
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