Product Manual
Table Of Contents
- Safety Precautions and Instructions
- Introduction
- Service Assistance
- Section 1. Descriptions and Service Views
- Section 2. Generator Set Operation
- Section 3. VSC Controller Operation
- 3.1 VSC Generator Set Controller
- 3.2 Control and Indicators
- 3.3 Controller Power
- 3.4 Battery Charging
- 3.5 Changing Settings
- 3.6 Setting the Exerciser
- 3.7 VSC Controller Menus
- 3.8 Main Menu
- 3.9 Overview Menu
- 3.10 Engine Metering Menu
- 3.11 Generator Metering Menu
- 3.12 Generator Set Information Menu
- 3.13 Genset Run Time Menu
- 3.14 Genset System Menu
- 3.15 Date and Time Menu
- 3.16 Networking Information Menus
- 3.17 Programmable Interface Module (PIM) Status Menu
- 3.18 Event Log
- Section 4. Scheduled Maintenance
- Section 5. Troubleshooting
- Appendix A. Abbreviations
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1.5 Controller
The Model 6VSG generator set comes equipped with the VSC controller. See Figure 4. The controller provides integrated control
for the generator set and the optional programmable interface module (PIM) or optional communications kit interface board.
The controller’s two-line LCD screen displays status messages and system settings that are clear and easy to read in all lighting
conditions, including direct sunlight and low light.
Figure 4 VSC Controller
VSC Controller Features
Six-button keypad
o OFF, AUTO, and RUN pushbuttons
o Select and arrow buttons for access to system configuration and adjustment menus
LED indicators for OFF, AUTO, and RUN modes
LED indicators for percentage of load being output
LCD display
o Two lines x 16 characters per line
o Backlit display with adjustable contrast for excellent visibility in all lighting conditions
Scrolling system status display
o Generator set status
o Voltage and percent load
o Engine temperature
o Oil pressure
o Battery voltage
o Engine runtime hours
Date and time displays
Smart engine cooldown senses engine temperature
Digital voltage regulation: ±1.0% RMS no-load to full-load
Automatic start with programmed cranking cycle
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