Woodward 2301a Manual (9905, 9907)

Installation and Operation Manual
2301A Electronic
Load Sharing and Speed Control
9905/9907 Series
UL Listed E97763
Manual 82389 (Revision N)
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WARNING—DANGER OF DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY
WARNING—FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS
Read this entire manual and all other publications pertaining to the work to be performed
before installing, operating, or servicing this equipment. Practice all plant and safety
instructions and precautions. Failure to follow instructions can cause personal injury and/or
property damage.
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WARNING—OVERSPEED PROTECTION
The engine, turbine, or other type of prime mover should be equipped with an overspeed
shutdown device to protect against runaway or damage to the prime mover with possible
personal injury, loss of life, or property damage.
The overspeed shutdown device must be totally independent of the prime mover control
system. An overtemperature or overpressure shutdown device may also be needed for
safety, as appropriate.
WARNING—PROPER USE
Any unauthorized modifications to or use of this equipment outside its specified
mechanical, electrical, or other operating limits may cause personal injury and/or property
damage, including damage to the equipment. Any such unauthorized modifications: (i)
constitute "misuse" and/or "negligence" within the meaning of the product warranty
thereby excluding warranty coverage for any resulting damage, and (ii) invalidate product
certifications or listings.
CAUTION—POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT OR PROPERTY

CAUTION—BATTERY CHARGING
To prevent damage to a control system that uses an alternator or battery-charging device, make
sure the charging device is turned off before disconnecting the battery from the system.
CAUTION—ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE
Electronic controls contain static-sensitive parts. Observe the following precautions to
prevent damage to these parts.
• Discharge body static before handling the control (with power to the control turned off,
contact a grounded surface and maintain contact while handling the control).
• Avoid all plastic, vinyl, and Styrofoam (except antistatic versions) around printed circuit
boards.
• Do not touch the components or conductors on a printed circuit board with your hands
or with conductive devices.
IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS
• A WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
• A CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
damage to equipment or property.
• A NOTE provides other helpful information that does not fall under the warning or caution
categories.
Woodward Governor Company reserves the right to update any portion of this publication at any time. Information
provided by Woodward Governor Company is believed to be correct and reliable. However, no responsibility is
assumed by Woodward Governor Company unless otherwise expressly undertaken.
© Woodward 1987
All Rights Reserved

Manual 82389 2301A LSSC
Contents
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE AWARENESS ..................................................III

CHAPTER 1. GENERAL INFORMATION ........................................................... 1
Description..............................................................................................................1
Applications ............................................................................................................1
References .............................................................................................................2
2301A Load Sharing and Speed Control Models, 9905/9907 Series ....................3
CHAPTER 2. INSTALLATION.......................................................................... 7
Unpacking...............................................................................................................7
Power Requirements ..............................................................................................7
Location Considerations.........................................................................................7
Electrical Connections............................................................................................7
Shielded Wiring ......................................................................................................8
Setting Speed Range .............................................................................................8
Potential Transformer Connections........................................................................9
Current Transformer Connections..........................................................................9
Droop Contact (Isoch-Droop) and Load Sharing Lines........................................10
Power Supply .......................................................................................................11
Minimum Fuel Contact..........................................................................................11
Failed Speed Signal Override ..............................................................................11
Idle/Rated Ramp Contact .....................................................................................12
Actuator Output ....................................................................................................12
External Speed Trim.............................................................................................12
Speed and Phase Matching (SPM) Synchronizer................................................12
Speed Sensor.......................................................................................................12
Installation Check-out Procedure .........................................................................13
CHAPTER 3. OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT ............................................... 14
Initial Pre-Start Settings........................................................................................14
Start-Up Adjustments ...........................................................................................14
Adjust For Stable Operation .................................................................................16
Speed Setting Adjustment....................................................................................16
Dynamic Adjustment.............................................................................................16
Actuator Compensation Adjustment.....................................................................17
Low Idle Speed Adjustment..................................................................................17
Ramp Time Adjustment ........................................................................................17
Start Fuel Limit Adjustment ..................................................................................19
Speed Sensor Check ...........................................................................................19
Current Transformer (CT) Phasing Check ...........................................................19
Phase Correction Procedure ................................................................................20
Load Gain Adjustment ..........................................................................................23
Droop Adjustment.................................................................................................24
CHAPTER 4. DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION ................................................. 26
Introduction...........................................................................................................26
Speed Control.......................................................................................................26
Terminals for External Devices ............................................................................28
Paralleling.............................................................................................................28
CHAPTER 5. TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................... 31
Troubleshooting Procedure ..................................................................................31
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CHAPTER 6. SERVICE OPTIONS ..................................................................38

Product Service Options.......................................................................................38
Returning Equipment for Repair...........................................................................39
Replacement Parts ...............................................................................................40
How to Contact Woodward...................................................................................40
Engineering Services............................................................................................41
Technical Assistance............................................................................................42
2301A LOAD SHARING AND SPEED CONTROL ............................................44
DECLARATIONS .........................................................................................45
Illustrations and Tables
Figure 1-1. 2301A Control Outline Drawing ...........................................................4

Figure 1-2a. Plant Wiring Diagram (low-voltage supply)........................................5
Figure 1-2b. Plant Wiring Diagram (high-voltage supply) ......................................6
Figure 2-1. Preparation and Installation of Shielded Cables..................................8
Figure 2-2. Switch S1 .............................................................................................9
Figure 2-3. Droop Contact and Circuit Breaker Auxiliary Contact........................10
Figure 3-1. Diesel Engine Performance Curves...................................................18
Figure 3-2. Temporary Wiring for Transformer Phase Correction .......................21
Figure 3-3. Droop Adjustment ..............................................................................24
Figure 3-4. 3% Droop at 60 Hz.............................................................................25
Figure 4-1. Speed Control System .......................................................................26
Figure 4-2. Speed Control Adjustments ...............................................................27
Figure 4-3. Terminal Connections ........................................................................29
Figure 4-4. Paralleling System .............................................................................30
Figure 4-5. Paralleling Adjustments .....................................................................30
Table 1-1. Low-Voltage 2301A Models (20 to 40 Vdc) ..........................................3

Table 1-2. High-Voltage 2301A Models (88–132 Vac or 90–150 Vdc) ..................3
Table 6-1. Troubleshooting ..................................................................................31
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Electrostatic Discharge Awareness

All electronic equipment is static-sensitive, some components more than others.
To protect these components from static damage, you must take special
precautions to minimize or eliminate electrostatic discharges.
Follow these precautions when working with or near the control.
1. Before doing maintenance on the electronic control, discharge the static

electricity on your body to ground by touching and holding a grounded metal
object (pipes, cabinets, equipment, etc.).
2. Avoid the build-up of static electricity on your body by not wearing clothing
made of synthetic materials. Wear cotton or cotton-blend materials as much
as possible because these do not store static electric charges as much as
synthetics.
3. Keep plastic, vinyl, and Styrofoam materials (such as plastic or Styrofoam

cups, cup holders, cigarette packages, cellophane wrappers, vinyl books or
folders, plastic bottles, and plastic ash trays) away from the control, the
modules, and the work area as much as possible.
4. Do not remove the printed circuit board (PCB) from the control cabinet
unless absolutely necessary. If you must remove the PCB from the control
cabinet, follow these precautions:
• Do not touch any part of the PCB except the edges.
• Do not touch the electrical conductors, the connectors, or the

components with conductive devices or with your hands.
• When replacing a PCB, keep the new PCB in the plastic antistatic
protective bag it comes in until you are ready to install it. Immediately
after removing the old PCB from the control cabinet, place it in the
antistatic protective bag.
To prevent damage to electronic components caused by improper handling,
read and observe the precautions in Woodward manual 82715, Guide for
Handling and Protection of Electronic Controls, Printed Circuit Boards, and
Modules.
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Chapter 1.
General Information
Description
The 9905/9907 series of the Woodward 2301A controls load sharing and speed
of generators driven by diesel or gasoline engines, or steam or gas turbines.
These power sources are referred to as “prime movers” throughout this manual.
The control is housed in a sheet-metal chassis and consists of a single printed

circuit board. All potentiometers are accessible from the front of the chassis.
The 2301A provides control in either isochronous or droop mode.
The isochronous mode is used for constant prime mover speed with:
• Single-prime-mover operation;
• Two or more prime movers controlled by Woodward load sharing control
systems on an isolated bus;
• Base loading against an infinite bus with the load controlled by an Automatic
Power Transfer and Load (APTL) Control, an Import/Export Control, a Generator
Loading Control, a Process Control, or another load-controlling accessory.
The droop mode is used for speed control as a function of load with:
• Single-prime-mover operation on an infinite bus or
• Parallel operation of two or more prime movers.
The following is an example of the typical hardware needed for the 2301A
system controlling a single prime-mover and generator:
• A 2301A electronic control
• An external 20 to 40 Vdc power source for low-voltage models; 90 to 150
Vdc or 88 to 132 Vac for high-voltage models
• A proportional actuator to position the fuel-metering device, and
• Current and potential transformers for measuring the load carried by the
generator.
Applications
The 2301A 9905/9907 series electronic controls have switch-selectable speed
ranges. Any of these control models can be set to operate within one of the
following rated speed ranges:
• 500 to 1500 Hz
• 1000 to 3000 Hz
• 2000 to 6000 Hz
• 4000 to 12 000 Hz
WARNING—OVERSPEED
The speed range is factory set for 2000 to 6000 Hz. Refer to the inside cover
to change speed range and prevent possible overspeed. Using the wrong
speed range could cause an overspeed with resulting damage to equipment
and/or personal injury or death.
CAUTION—DO NOT TURN POTS BEYOND THEIR STOPS

The Rated Speed potentiometer is the only multi-turn pot in this control. All
other pots are single-turn. Take care not to turn these pots beyond their stops.
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These controls are available for forward- or reverse-acting applications, and for
use with either single or tandem actuators. Models for three different actuator
current ranges are available, as well as a high-voltage model (90 to 150 Vdc or
88 to 132 Vac, 45 to 440 Hz), and a low-voltage model (20 to 40 Vdc). The high
voltage model is identified as such on the front; the low voltage model is not.
In reverse-acting systems, the actuator calls for more fuel when the actuator
voltage decreases. Complete loss of voltage to the actuator will drive the
actuator to full fuel. This allows a backup mechanical ballhead governor to take
control rather than shut down the prime mover as would a direct-acting system.
An optional deceleration ramp is also offered. When this option is present, the
time to ramp from rated speed to idle speed is approximately 20 seconds. If this
option is not present, this happens instantly.
Tables 1-1 and 1-2 show part numbers and features of all 9905/9907 series
2301A load sharing and speed controls.
NOTE
External wiring connections for reverse-acting controls are identical to
those for direct-acting controls.
The relationship between prime mover speed and sensor output frequency is
expressed in the formula:
Sensor Frequency in Hz equals the number of teeth on the speed
sensing gear times the rated prime mover speed in revolutions
per minute divided by 60.
Application engineers from Woodward or any of its authorized distributors or

agents are always available to assist you in selection of the correct control for
your system, or to answer questions concerning control installation, operation, or
calibration. See Chapter 6 for contact information.
References
The following publications contain additional product or installation information on
Load Sharing and Speed Controls, and related components. They are available
on the Woodward website (www.woodward.com/ic).
technical
manual title
25070 Electronic Governor Installation Guide
26260 Governing Fundamentals and Power Management
82384 SPM-A Synchronizer 9905-002
82510 Magnetic Pickups & Proximity Switches for Electronic Controls
82715 Guide for Handling and Protection of Electronic Controls, Printed
Circuit Boards, and Modules
product
specification title
82383 SPM-A Synchronizer
82390 2301A Load Sharing and Speed Controls (9905 Series)
82516 EG3P/6P/10P Actuator
82575 EGB1P/2P Governor/Actuator
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2301A Load Sharing and Speed Control Models,

9905/9907 Series
Table 1-1. Low-Voltage 2301A Models (20 to 40 Vdc)
Part Actuator Current Forward/ Actuator

Number (mA) Reverse Acting Tandem/Single Decel Ramp
9905-020 0–200 Forward Single No
9905-021 0–200 Reverse Single No
9905-024 0–200 Forward Tandem No
9905-025 0–200 Reverse Tandem No
9905-028 0–200 Forward Single Yes
9905-029 0–200 Reverse Single Yes
9907-018 * 0–200 Forward Single Yes
9907-019 * 0–200 Reverse Single Yes
9907-023 * 0–200 Forward Single Yes
9907-024 * 0–200 Reverse Single Yes
*—CE Approved models
Table 1-2. High-Voltage 2301A Models (88–132 Vac or 90–150 Vdc)
Part Actuator Current Forward/ Actuator

Number (mA) Reverse Acting Tandem/Single Decel Ramp
9905-034 0–200 Forward Tandem No
9905-035 0–200 Reverse Tandem No
9905-038 0–200 Forward Single Yes
9905-039 0–200 Reverse Single Yes
NOTE
The 20–40 Vdc input power must be supplied from a power supply/battery
charger certified to IEC standard with SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage)
classified output. The installer should properly size wiring and fusing for the
input power and PT/CT circuits.
Speed Ranges
On these Woodward 2301A models, any one of the following speed ranges may
be selected by a switch:
500 to 1500 Hz 1000 to 3000 Hz
2000 to 6000 Hz 4000 to 12 000 Hz
Power Supply Voltage

These Woodward 2301A controls accept either a high-voltage or a low-voltage
power source. The low voltage models operate on 20 to 40 Vdc, and the high
voltage models operate on either 88 to 132 Vac or 90 to 150 Vdc. Both the low-
and high-voltage models require a power capacity of 15 W minimum.
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Figure 1-1. 2301A Control Outline Drawing

(low voltage version—top, high voltage version—bottom)
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Figure 1-2a. Plant Wiring Diagram (low-voltage supply)
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Figure 1-2b. Plant Wiring Diagram (high-voltage supply)
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Chapter 2.
Installation
Unpacking
Before handling the control, read the “Electrostatic Discharge Awareness”
precautions on page iii. Be careful when unpacking the electronic control. Check
the control for signs of damage such as bent or dented panels, scratches, and
loose or broken parts. If any damage is found, immediately notify the shipper.
Power Requirements
The 2301A control requires a voltage source of 18 to 40 Vdc, 90 to 150 Vdc, or
88 to 132 Vac for operating power (15 W). If a battery is used for operating
power, an alternator or other battery charging device is necessary to maintain a
stable supply voltage.
CAUTION—BATTERY
To prevent damage to the control, make sure that the alternator or other
battery-charging device is turned off or disconnected before disconnecting
the battery from the control.
Location Considerations
This product is intended for installation in a “closed electrical operating
area” or in a closed industrial control cabinet. Consider these requirements
when selecting the mounting location:
• Adequate ventilation for cooling
• Space for servicing and repair
• Protection from direct exposure to water or to a condensation-prone
environment
• Protection from high-voltage or high-current devices, or devices which
produce electromagnetic interference
• Avoidance of vibration
• Selection of a location that will provide an operating temperature range of
–40 to +70 °C (–40 to +158 °F)
• The control must NOT be mounted on the engine.
Electrical Connections
External wiring connections and shielding requirements for a typical control
installation are shown in the plant wiring diagram (Figure 1-2). These wiring
connections and shielding requirements are explained in the balance of this
chapter.
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Shielded Wiring
All shielded cable must be twisted conductor pairs. Do not attempt to tin (solder)
the braided shield. All signal lines should be shielded to prevent picking up stray
signals from adjacent equipment. Connect the shields to the control terminals as
shown in Figure 2-1 and in the plant wiring diagram (Figure 1-2). Wire exposed
beyond the shield should be as short as possible, not exceeding 50 mm (2
inches). The other end of the shields must be left open and insulated from any
other conductor. Do not run shielded signal wires with other wires carrying large
currents. See Woodward application note 50532, EMI Control for Electronic
Governing Systems, for more information.
Where shielded cable is required, cut the cable to the desired length and prepare
the cable as instructed below and shown in Figure 2-1.
1. Strip outer insulation from BOTH ENDS, exposing the braided or spiral
wrapped shield. DO NOT CUT THE SHIELD.
2. Using a sharp, pointed tool, carefully spread the strands of the shield.
3. Pull inner conductor(s) out of the shield. If shield is the braided type, twist to
prevent fraying.
4. Remove 6 mm (1/4 inch) of insulation from the inner conductor(s).
5. Connect wiring and shield as shown.
In installations with severe electromagnetic interference (EMI), shielded wire run

in conduit, double shielded wire, or other precautions may be required. Contact
Woodward for more information.
Figure 2-1. Preparation and Installation of Shielded Cables
Setting Speed Range

The speed range to be selected is determined by the maximum desired prime
mover speed. Calculate the frequency of the speed sensor signal at the
maximum prime mover speed by multiplying the gear speed in revolutions per
minute times the number of teeth on the speed sensing gear and dividing by 60.
Select the lowest speed range which contains this maximum speed sensor
frequency.
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Figure 2-2 shows the four sections of Switch S1 and their corresponding speed
ranges. Set the proper section of Switch S1 to the ON position and the other
three positions of Switch S1 to the OFF position.
WARNING—OVERSPEED
The speed range is factory set for 2000 to 6000 Hz. Refer to the inside cover
to change speed range and prevent possible overspeed. Using the wrong
speed range could cause an overspeed with resulting damage to equipment
and/or personal injury or death.
Figure 2-2. Switch S1
Potential Transformer Connections

Connect the potential transformer secondary leads to the following terminals:
• Phase A to terminal 1
• Phase B to terminal 2
• Phase C to terminal 3
The potential transformer secondary line-to-line voltage must be in the 90 to 240

Vrms range. Refer to the plant wiring diagram (Figure 1-2).
Current Transformer Connections

The standard method of connecting the current transformers is shown in the
plant wiring diagram (Figure 1-2). An alternate method is the open delta
connection shown in the insert in the plant wiring diagram.
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Droop Contact (Isoch-Droop) and Load Sharing Lines

Because the load-sharing-line relay is contained in the control, no relay is
required between the control and the load-sharing-line bus. Use shielded cable
and connect the load-sharing lines directly to terminals 10 (+) and 11 (–).
Connect the shield to terminal 12. When all controls in the system are of the
2301A type, the shields may be connected continuously between controls. When
load sharing with different controls, do not connect the shields at the point where
connections are made to the load-sharing-line bus.
The droop contact for selecting droop or isochronous operation is wired in series
with the circuit-breaker auxiliary contact between terminal 14 and terminal 16
(terminal 0 on high-voltage controls). When both the droop contact and circuit-
breaker auxiliary contact are closed, the control is in the isochronous load-
sharing mode (Figure 2-3, A). In this mode, the internal load-sharing-line relay is
energized, the droop signal is disabled (permitting isochronous load sharing),
and the load-matching circuit is connected to the load-sharing lines.
The control is in the droop mode when EITHER the droop contact or the circuit-
breaker auxiliary contact is open (Figure 2-3, B). If the droop contact is open, the
control remains in the droop mode even when the circuit-breaker auxiliary
contact is closed.
Figure 2-3. Droop Contact and Circuit Breaker Auxiliary Contact
NOTE
The control is in the droop mode whenever the circuit-breaker auxiliary
contact is open. If a single prime mover is required to run isochronously
with an isolated load, turn the DROOP potentiometer fully counterclockwise
(be careful not to overtorque the pot).
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Droop operation is required when the generator is paralleled with an infinite bus
without a Generator Loading Control, Process Control, Automatic Power Transfer
and Load Control, Import/Export Control, or other load controlling accessory, or
when paralleled with incompatible governors. (All Woodward electric load-
sharing systems are compatible.) When running a single unit on an infinite bus
with a Generator Loading Control or Import/Export Control, terminal 14 must be
connected to terminal 16 (terminal 0 on high-voltage controls) to connect the
Load Matching Circuit to the load-sharing lines. The load-sharing lines must be
wired to the Generator Loading Control or Import/Export Control. The circuit-
breaker auxiliary contact will then be connected to the Generator Loading Control
or Import/Export Control and not to the 2301A Load Sharing and Speed Control.
Power Supply
Run the power leads directly from the power source to the control, connecting
the negative lead to terminal 15, and the positive lead to terminal 16. If the power
source is a battery, be sure the system includes an alternator or other battery-
charging device.
CAUTION—DO NOT APPLY POWER

DO NOT apply power to the control at this time. Applying power before a
control is completely connected may damage the control.
Minimum Fuel Contact

The minimum-fuel contact is intended as an optional means for a normal
shutdown of the prime mover. It is connected in series with terminal 16 (terminal
0 on high-voltage controls) and terminal 17 as shown in the plant wiring diagram
(Figure 1-2). Do NOT remove this jumper from terminal 17 unless a minimum
fuel contact is installed; the control will not operate without 18 to 40 Vdc applied
to terminal 17.
When the contact is closed, the voltage applied to terminal 17 allows the control
to move the actuator to any position required for operating conditions.
WARNING—EMERGENCY STOP
Do NOT use the minimum-fuel contact as part of any emergency stop
sequence.
Failed Speed Signal Override

A contact to override the failed-speed-signal circuit can be installed in series with
terminal 18 and the dc power to the control. When the contact is open, the
control operates normally, turning the control output off in the event of a loss of
speed signal. Closing the contact overrides the failed-speed-signal circuit as may
be required for start-up.
Prior to start-up of the prime mover, the speed signal is nonexistent. On prime
movers with cranking motors, the cranking speed is usually sufficient to provide a
speed signal, so an override contact on terminal 18 is not needed for starting. On
some steam turbine systems, the Close to Override Failed Speed Signal contact
must be closed in order to allow the actuator to open and provide steam for starting.
If a failed-speed-signal-override contact is used, it should be of the momentary type

to ensure that the failed-speed-sensor shutdown circuit is enabled after start-up.
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Idle/Rated Ramp Contact

Connect a single-pole, single-throw contact from terminal 16 (terminal 0 on high-
voltage controls) to terminal 19, the Close For Rated (open for idle, close for
rated) terminal. Oil pressure is often used to close this contact. When closed, 20
to 40 Vdc is applied to terminal 19, and the prime mover can be operated at a
speed higher than idle. When the contact is open, the voltage is removed from
terminal 19, and the prime mover’s speed immediately decelerates to idle.
Actuator Output
The actuator wires connect to terminals 20 (+) and 21 (–). Use shielded wires
with the shield connected to terminal 22. Do not connect the shield to the
actuator or any other point. The shield must have continuity the entire distance to
the actuator, and must be insulated from all other conducting surfaces. Refer to
the manuals listed in Chapter 1, References, table for additional information on
actuator installation.
External Speed Trim

A jumper must be connected to terminals 23 and 24 unless an optional remote
Speed Trim potentiometer is used. If a Speed Trim potentiometer is used.
connect it as shown in the plant wiring diagram (Figure 1-2), using shielded wire.
Connect the shield to terminal 22. Make sure the shield has continuity the entire
distance to the potentiometer, and that the shield is insulated from all other
conducting surfaces. A 100 Ω potentiometer will provide ±5% speed adjustment.
If less adjustment is desired, potentiometers of smaller values may be used.
Potentiometers of the multi-turn type are recommended.
Speed and Phase Matching (SPM) Synchronizer

Connect the SPM Synchronizer (optional equipment) wires to terminals 25 (+)
and 26 (–). Use shielded wire, and connect the shield to terminal 27. Make sure
the shield has continuity the entire distance to the SPM Synchronizer, but do not
connect the shield to the synchronizer. The shield must be insulated from all
other conducting surfaces.
Speed Sensor
Connect a speed-sensing device, such as a magnetic pickup, to terminals 28 and
29 using shielded wire. Connect the shield to terminal 27. making sure the shield
has continuity the entire distance to the speed sensor, and that the shield is
insulated from all other conducting surfaces.
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Installation Check-out Procedure

With the installation completed as described in this chapter, do the following
check-out procedure before beginning the start-up adjustments in Chapter 3.
1. Visual Inspection
A. Check the linkage between the actuator and the prime mover for
looseness or binding. Refer to the appropriate actuator manual and to
Woodward manual 25070, Electronic Governor Installation Guide, for
additional information on linkage.
WARNING—MINIMUM FUEL POSITION

The actuator lever should be near but not at the minimum position when the
fuel or steam rack is at the minimum position. If the actuator lever gets to its
minimum position before completely shutting off fuel or steam, the control
may not be able to shut the turbine down, causing damage to equipment or
injury or death.
B. Check for correct wiring per the plant wiring diagram (Figure 1-2).
C. Check for broken terminals and loose terminal screws.
D. Check the speed sensor for visible damage. If the sensor is a magnetic
pickup, check the clearance between the gear and the sensor, and
adjust if necessary. Clearance should be between 0.25 and 1.00 mm
(0.010 and 0.040 inch) at the closest point. Make sure the gear has
less than 0.50 mm (0.020 inch) diametric runout. See Woodward
manual 82510, Magnetic Pickups & Proximity Switches for Electronic
Governors.
2. Check for Grounds
Make sure power is off. Check for grounds by measuring the resistance from
terminal 11 to chassis, and from terminal 15 to 11. The resistance should be
infinite. If a resistance other than infinite is obtained, remove the connections
from each terminal one at a time until the resistance is infinite. Check the line
that was removed last to locate the fault.
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Chapter 3.
Operation and Adjustment
Initial Pre-Start Settings

WARNING—READ FULL PROCEDURE
Read this entire procedure before starting the prime mover.
CAUTION—DO NOT TURN POTS BEYOND THEIR STOPS

The Rated Speed potentiometer is the only multi-turn pot in this control. All
other pots are single-turn. Take care not to turn these pots beyond their
stops.
1. RATED SPEED
A. Set the RATED SPEED potentiometer to minimum (fully
counterclockwise).
B. Set the external Speed Trim, if used, to mid-position.
2. RESET—Set at mid-position.
3. GAIN—Set at mid-position.
4. RAMP TIME—Set at maximum (fully clockwise—be careful not to

overtorque the pot).
5. LOW IDLE SPEED—Set at maximum (fully clockwise—be careful not to

6. LOAD GAIN—Set at mid-position.
7. DROOP—Set at minimum (fully counterclockwise—be careful not to

8. ACTUATOR COMPENSATION.
A. Set the ACTUATOR COMPENSATION potentiometer at 2 on the 0 to
10 potentiometer scale for diesel, gas turbine, or fuel-injected gasoline
prime movers.
B. Set the ACTUATOR COMPENSATION potentiometer at 6 on the 0 to
10 potentiometer scale for carbureted-gas or gasoline prime movers,
and steam turbines.
9. START FUEL LIMIT—Set at maximum (fully clockwise—be careful not to

10. Be sure that the actuator is connected to terminals 20 and 21.
Start-Up Adjustments
1. Complete the installation checkout procedure in Chapter 2, and the initial
prestart settings above.
CAUTION—SPEED RANGE SWITCH

Be sure the speed range switch is set on the right speed range for your
application as described in Chapter 2.
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2. Close the Close For Rated contact. Set the control for isochronous
operation by closing the droop contact.
NOTE
This is for initial prime mover start-up only. For normal start-up, the Close
For Rated contact (open for idle/close for rated) should be open if the prime
mover is to start at idle.
3. Apply input power to the control.
4. Preset rated speed.
If a signal generator is not used, set the RATED SPEED potentiometer at

minimum (fully counterclockwise).
When using a signal generator to set rated speed, set the signal generator
for the frequency of the speed sensor at rated speed, and connect it to
terminals 28 and 29. (The rated speed frequency in Hz equals the rated
prime mover speed in rpm times the number of teeth on the speed-sensing
gear divided by 60.) Put the Close For Rated contact in the rated (closed)
position. Set the speed trim potentiometer, if used, to mid-position. Connect
a dc analog voltmeter to terminals 20 (+) and 21 (–) to read actuator
voltage.
If the actuator voltage is at minimum (minimum will be approximately 0

volts), slowly turn the RATED SPEED potentiometer clockwise
(counterclockwise for reverse-acting controls) until the voltage just begins to
move to maximum.
If the actuator voltage is at maximum, slowly turn the RATED SPEED

potentiometer counterclockwise (clockwise for reverse-acting controls) until
the voltage just begins to move to minimum.
Continue to very slowly adjust the RATED SPEED potentiometer in the

appropriate direction, trying to stop the actuator voltage between the
minimum and maximum voltages. Because it is not possible to stop the
motion, cease adjusting when the voltage changes slowly. The RATED
SPEED potentiometer is now set very close to desired speed. A slight
adjustment when the engine is running will achieve the exact speed.
5. Check the speed sensor.
Minimum voltage required from the speed sensor to operate the electronic
control is 1.0 Vrms, measured at cranking speed or the lowest controlling
speed. For this test, measure the voltage while cranking, with the speed
sensor connected to the control. Before cranking, be sure to prevent the
prime mover from starting. At 5% of the lower value of the control’s speed
range, the failed speed sensing circuit is cleared. For example 100 Hz is
required on the 2000 to 6000 Hz speed range (2000 Hz x 0.05 = 100 Hz).
WARNING—START-UP
Be prepared to make an emergency shutdown when starting the engine,
turbine, or other type of prime mover, to protect against runaway or
overspeed with possible personal injury, loss of life, or property damage.
6. Start the prime mover.
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Adjust For Stable Operation

If prime-mover operation is stable, go to the “Speed Setting Adjustment”
procedure.
lf the prime mover is hunting at a rapid rate, slowly decrease the GAIN (turn the
potentiometer counterclockwise) until performance is stable. Adjusting the GAIN
may cause a momentary speed change which can be minimized by turning the
GAIN potentiometer slowly.
If the prime mover is hunting at a slow rate, increase the RESET (turn the
potentiometer clockwise) until the prime mover stabilizes. If increasing the
RESET potentiometer does not stabilize the prime mover, it also may be
necessary to either:
• Slowly decrease the GAIN (turn the potentiometer counterclockwise) or
• Slowly decrease the GAIN and increase the ACTUATOR
COMPENSATION.
Speed Setting Adjustment

With the prime mover operating stably, and the external speed trim potentiometer
(if used) set at mid-position, adjust the RATED SPEED potentiometer to bring the
prime mover to the desired operating speed.
Dynamic Adjustment
The object of the GAIN and RESET potentiometer adjustment is to obtain the
optimum, or desired, stable prime-mover-speed response.
Connect a dc analog voltmeter to terminals 20 (+) and 21 (–) to monitor the

actuator voltage.
NOTE
Adjusting the GAIN may cause momentary changes in speed which can be
minimized by turning the GAIN potentiometer slowly.
Increasing the setting of the GAIN potentiometer provides faster transient

response (decreases the magnitude of the speed change from a sudden change
in load). To achieve optimum response, slowly increase the GAIN (turn the
potentiometer clockwise) until the voltage on the voltmeter becomes slightly
unstable, then slowly turn the GAIN back counterclockwise as necessary to
stabilize the meter reading. Step load the generator, or bump the actuator
terminal shaft, to make sure that the prime mover returns to the proper speed
with little overshoot or undershoot of the speed setting. To reduce overshoot,
increase the RESET (turn the potentiometer clockwise).
When the RESET potentiometer is in the lower part of its adjustment (0 to 3 on

the potentiometer scale), increasing the RESET clockwise may require
decreasing the GAIN (turning the GAIN potentiometer counterclockwise) to
maintain stable operation.
If the prime mover is slow in returning to the proper speed, decrease the RESET
by turning the potentiometer counterclockwise.
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Figure 3-1 illustrates prime mover starts with the RAMP TIME potentiometer fully
counterclockwise (no ramp—be careful not to overtorque the pot), step
loadings at four different RESET potentiometer settings, and stable, steady-state
running conditions. These are typical performance curves on a naturally
aspirated (non-turbocharged) diesel engine.
NOTE
Optimum performance is not necessarily obtained with the GAIN
potentiometer at the maximum stable clockwise position. In some cases, the
gain must be reduced slightly to ensure stability under widely varying
conditions.
Actuator Compensation Adjustment

If the ACTUATOR COMPENSATION is set as described under Initial Prestart
Settings, no further adjustment is normally required. If a slow periodic instability
remains, slightly increase the ACTUATOR COMPENSATION (turn the
potentiometer clockwise), and repeat the GAIN and RESET adjustments.
Continue to increase the ACTUATOR COMPENSATION and readjust the GAIN
and RESET until stability is achieved.
If a fast instability or extremely active actuator is evident, slightly decrease the

ACTUATOR COMPENSATION (turn the potentiometer counterclockwise). If
necessary, the ACTUATOR COMPENSATION may be set fully counterclockwise
(be careful not to overtorque the pot). This may be required when engine
torsionals cause excessive fuel-linkage movement.
Low Idle Speed Adjustment

1. The prime mover should be approximately at rated speed with the LOW
IDLE SPEED potentiometer set at maximum (fully clockwise—be careful
not to overtorque the pot). Open the external CLOSE FOR RATED
contact.
2. Decrease the LOW IDLE SPEED (turn the potentiometer counterclockwise)

until the recommended idle speed is reached.
NOTE
Make certain that the prime-mover speed is controlled by the LOW IDLE
SPEED potentiometer in a range above the minimum-fuel position
(mechanical stop) of the actuator or prime-mover fuel rack.
Ramp Time Adjustment

Adjust the RAMP TIME potentiometer to achieve satisfactory prime mover
acceleration to rated speed with minimum overshoot. First, start at the fully
clockwise (maximum ramp time—be careful not to overtorque the pot) position
and work back in the counterclockwise direction until the unit ramps as rapidly as
desired.
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Figure 3-1. Diesel Engine Performance Curves
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Start Fuel Limit Adjustment

NOTE
Start-fuel limit is not recommended for use with reverse-acting controls.
With loss of speed signal, the reverse-acting control will position the
actuator at the start-fuel level if the failed-speed-signal override is activated.
Reverse-acting systems normally require the control to demand full fuel on
loss of speed signal to allow the mechanical backup governor to control the
system. The Start Fuel Limit can be deactivated by turning the potentiometer
fully clockwise (be careful not to overtorque the pot).
With the prime mover operating at rated speed and no load, record the voltage
across actuator terminals 20 (+) and 21 (–). Shut down the prime mover and
activate the Failed Speed Signal Override by closing the override contact. The
voltage to the actuator should now be adjustable by the START FUEL LIMIT
potentiometer. Set the actuator voltage approximately 10% higher than the
voltage obtained at rated speed for forward-acting controls and 10% lower than
rated speed voltage for reverse-acting controls. Remove the Failed Speed Signal
Override contact if not required to start the prime mover.
Start the prime mover and observe the start time, overshoot of speed setting,
and smoke emissions obtained. The START FUEL LIMIT may be adjusted as
required to optimize the prime-mover starting characteristics. The fuel-limiting
function is turned off automatically when the speed control takes over.
NOTE
For prime movers not requiring start-fuel limiting, the START FUEL LIMIT
function can be deactivated by turning the potentiometer fully clockwise (be
careful not to overtorque the pot).
Speed Sensor Check

If the sensor is a magnetic pickup, measure the voltage across terminals 28 and
29 to be sure there is a minimum of 1.0 V at cranking speed, and a maximum of
30 Vrms at rated speed. If the voltage exceeds 30 V, increase the gap of the
speed sensor, and be sure that there is still a minimum of 1.0 V at cranking
speed.
Current Transformer (CT) Phasing Check

NOTE
This control contains internal current transformers. Due to their low
impedance, shorting their inputs is not effective. The current input must be
removed from the control and shorted externally.
WARNING—HIGH VOLTAGE
Never disconnect any wire attached to load sensor terminals 4 through 9
when the prime mover is running unless temporary 1 Ω, 5 W resistors are
Installed as shown in Figure 3-2, and all load is removed. The current
transformers can develop dangerously high voltages when open circuited
while the prime mover is running.
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1. Connect a dc voltmeter to control terminals 11 (–) and 13 (+) to measure the
load signal.
2. Start the prime mover. With the generator operating in the isochronous
mode and not paralleled, load the generator to as near to full load as
possible. Measure the load-signal voltage.
3. Unload and shut down the prime mover. Disconnect the wire from terminal
5, and connect both wires from phase A CT to terminal 4.
4. Start the prime mover, apply full load (or the same load as obtained in step
2) and again measure the load signal at terminals 11 and 13. If the load
signal voltage is not 1/3 lower than the reading obtained in step 2, the
phasing is incorrect. Unload and shut down the prime mover. Reconnect
phase A CT wire from terminal 4 to terminal 5, maintaining the original
polarity.
If the phasing is incorrect, proceed to the Phase Correction Procedure.
If the phasing appears correct, skip the Phase Correction Procedure and go
to the Load Gain Adjustment procedure.
NOTE
If after completing the LOAD GAIN and DROOP adjustments, the control
loading is extremely sensitive to changes in the power factor when
operating in parallel, complete the Phase Correction Procedure.
Phase Correction Procedure

NOTE
This procedure requires a minimum power factor of 0.9. If a 0.9 power factor
cannot be obtained, tracing through the wiring is the only means of
correcting the current-transformer phasing.
The highest positive voltage will be obtained when the CTs are correctly matched
to the load-sensor terminals in both phase and polarity. The following procedure
will assure the correct connection of the current transformers. It is required only if
the phasing check indicates incorrect phasing, or loading stability is extremely
sensitive to the power factor.
Trial connections of the first CT to all three load-sensor inputs, polarized both
ways, are made (a total of six connections). The load-signal voltage is recorded
for each connection and the first CT is then connected to the terminals that
produce the highest positive voltage, and with the polarity that produces the
highest positive voltage.
The second CT is tried on each of the remaining two CT input terminals, in each
polarity, and the voltage recorded. The second CT is then connected to the
terminals that produce (and with the polarity that produces) the highest positive
voltage.
The last CT is then tried on the remaining input terminals, polarized both ways,
and the voltage recorded. Connecting the last CT in the polarity that produces
the highest voltage completes the procedure.
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The Phase Correction Procedure requires that the prime mover be shut down
many times to disconnect the current transformers. For convenience, a
temporary method of connecting the current transformers shown in Figure 3-2 is
recommended. Connecting a 1 Ω, 5 W burden resistor across each current
transformer allows the current transformers to be disconnected from the terminal
strip with the prime mover running, after removing all load.
WARNING—HIGH VOLTAGE
The current transformers can develop dangerously high voltages. Do not
disconnect a current transformer while the prime mover is running unless
temporary 1 Ω, 5 W resistors are Installed as shown In Figure 3-2, and all
load is removed.
Figure 3-2. Temporary Wiring for Transformer Phase Correction
If the temporary burden resistors described above and shown in Figure 3-2 are
not used, the prime mover MUST be shut down in addition to removing the load
in the following procedure.
Measure the load-signal voltage in this procedure by connecting a voltmeter

across the Load Signal terminals 11 (–) and 13 (+).
1. Shut down the prime mover.
2. Label each CT wire with the phase and polarity that you think it should be.
Even though this identification may prove to be incorrect, this step is
necessary so that the individual wires may be identified during the
description of the procedure.
3. Disconnect the phase B CT wires from terminals 6 and 7. Connect these

two wires together using a small screw and nut, and tape the connection.
4. Disconnect the phase C CT wires from terminals 8 and 9. Connect and tape
these two wires together as in step 3.
5. Connect the two wires from the phase A CT to the phase A input terminals 4
and 5.
6. Start the prime mover, apply full load, and measure the load signal voltage.
Start a list and record this voltage.
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7. Unload the system and reverse the phase A CT wires on terminals 4 and
5. *
8. Apply full load, measure the load signal, and record this voltage.
9. Unload the system, remove the phase A CT wires from terminals 4 and 5,
and connect them to phase B input terminals 6 and 7. *
7. *
13. Unload the system, remove the phase A CT wires from terminals 6 and 7,
and connect them to phase C input terminals 8 and 9. *
9. *
17. Unload the system and compare the six voltage readings. *
18. Remove the phase A CT wires from terminal 8 and 9 and connect the phase
A wires to the pair of terminals that produced the highest positive load-
signal voltage and in the polarity that produced the highest positive load-
signal voltage.
19. Untape and disconnect the phase B CT wires. Connect the phase B CT
wires to one pair of the two remaining pair of CT input terminals on the load
sensor.
20. Apply full load and measure the load signal. Start a new list and record this
voltage.
21. Unload the system, and reverse the phase B CT wires on the same
terminals. *
23. Unload the system, remove the phase B CT wires, and connect them to the
other pair of terminals. *
25. Unload the system and reverse the phase B CT wires on the same
terminals. *
26. Apply full load and measure the load signal. Record this voltage, and
compare the four voltages on the list.
27. Unload the system. Remove the phase B CT wires and connect them to the
pair of CT input terminals that produced the highest positive load signal
voltage and with the polarity that produced the highest positive load signal
voltage. *
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28. Untape and disconnect the phase C CT wires. Connect these two wires to
the remaining pair of CT input terminals.
30. Unload the system and reverse the phase C CT wires on the same
terminals. *
32. Unload and shut down the system. Compare the two voltages. *
33. Connect the phase C CT wires to the same pair of CT input terminals, but in
the polarity that produced the highest positive load-signal voltage.
34. Re-label each wire with the phase designation of the terminal that it is now
connected to.
35. Remove the burden resistors and terminal block.
*—Be sure to shut down the prime mover if the temporary burden resistors
are not used.
Load Gain Adjustment

For this procedure, the generator must be running isochronously and not
paralleled. Connect a dc voltmeter across terminals 11 (–) and 13 (+) to measure
the load-signal voltage.
Start the prime mover and apply full load. Measure the load signal voltage and
adjust the LOAD GAIN potentiometer for 6.0 V. * If full load is not obtainable,
decrease the LOAD GAIN proportionally to the load. For example, at 50% load
adjust the LOAD GAIN to 3 V.
When paralleled in the isochronous mode or on an isolated bus, generator

speeds must be the same. If they are not equal, load sharing will not remain
proportional as the load varies. Any difference in loads between the units can be
corrected by adjusting the Load Gain Potentiometer. Increasing the LOAD GAIN
(turning the potentiometer clockwise) will cause that generator to carry less load.
If stability problems occur when paralleled at a particular load-signal voltage,
reduce the voltage by reducing the LOAD GAIN (turn the potentiometer
counterclockwise), and reduce the load-signal voltage setting of all other
generators in the system to the same voltage. When the load-signal voltages of
all generators in a system are reduced, the load-sharing gain will be reduced,
and this may result in some loss of load-sharing sensitivity.
* If 6 volts at full load (or a lower voltage proportional to a load less than
100%) cannot be obtained, and the phasing has been checked and is
correct, the current transformers are probably the wrong size. The current-
transformer output must be from 3 to 7 A (5 A nominal) at full load.
It may be necessary to reduce the load-signal voltage of each unit in the system
to as low as 3 V in cases of extremely poor system dynamics. If your system
requires a load-signal voltage as low as 3 V, consult Woodward for suggestions
for possible remedies.
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Droop Adjustment
Adjustment of the DROOP potentiometer is necessary when the generator set is
to be operated in the droop mode. Droop in a load sensor is usually expressed
as a percentage and calculated by the following formula.
No Load Speed – Full Load Speed

% Droop = x 100
No Load Speed
The method of setting droop depends on whether the load of the generator set is
an isolated load or an infinite bus.
Setting Droop for an Isolated Load

1. Open the droop contact connected to terminal 14.
2. Start the prime mover and adjust the RATED SPEED potentiometer for
rated speed with no load.
3. Apply full load. *
4. Adjust the DROOP potentiometer to give the desired speed.
Example: Operating at 60 Hz, 57 Hz at full load indicates 5% droop.
*—If only 50% loading is possible, 58.5 Hz would indicate 5% droop (see Figure
3-3).
Figure 3-3. Droop Adjustment
Setting Droop when Against Utility

Use the following procedure to set the Droop and Load Gain potentiometers with
the utility as the only load.
1. Calculate the fully loaded speed (or frequency) of the generator when
running at 100% load.
No Load frequency = rated frequency x (1 + droop %)
Example: Rated frequency = 60.0 Hz
Desired droop = 3% (0.03)
No Load Frequency = 60 x (1 + 0.03) = 61.8
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2. Run the generator at the speed calculated in step 1, with no load. Record
the setting of your speed-setting device:
• Potentiometer—record setting with a pencil mark.
• MOP or Other—measure and record the value of the speed-setting
voltage (at the control).
3. Reduce system speed to rated (frequency).
4. Preset both the Load Gain and Droop potentiometers fully clockwise (be
careful not to overtorque the pot).
WARNING—OVERLOAD
If when you close the breaker, the load on the unit increases rapidly, open
the breaker and shut the unit down. Check the phasing of the CTs and PTs.
Permitting the unit to continue to pick up load or continuing to operate the
system without correcting this condition may cause damage to equipment,
and injury or death to personnel.
5. Synchronize, close the generator breaker, and increase the load by

increasing the speed setting to the setting recorded in step 2.
CAUTION—OVERLOAD
The adjustments in steps 6 and 7 are non-linear. Make changes in small
increments to prevent overload.
6. Increase the load on the unit by turning the Droop potentiometer

counterclockwise until the Load Gain Voltage reads 6.0 Vdc *.
7. Increase load by turning the Load Gain potentiometer counterclockwise until

the load is at the desired 100% value.
* NOTE
Most systems use a Load Gain Voltage of 6.0 Vdc at full load. To perform
this procedure at less than full load, use a Load Gain Voltage value that is
proportional to the percent load used. For example, if the Load Gain Voltage
at full load is 6.0 Vdc, you would adjust for a Load Gain Voltage of 3.0 Vdc at
50% load.
Figure 3-4. 3% Droop at 60 Hz

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Chapter 4.
Description of Operation
Introduction
The speed and load sharing section of these 2301A models monitors and
controls two functions.
• Speed—The speed control section keeps the prime mover at the correct
speed.
• Load Sharing—During parallel operation of two or more generators, the
load sharing section senses the load carried by its generator and causes the
loads of all generators in the system to be shared proportionally.
Speed Control
The Speed Control system as shown in Figure 4-1 consists of:
• a device (1) to sense the speed of the prime mover
• a Frequency to Voltage Converter (2)
• a Speed Reference (3) to which the prime mover speed can be compared
• A Speed Summer/Amplifier (4) with an output proportional to the amount of
fuel or steam required to maintain the desired speed at any given load
• An Actuator (5) to position the fuel or steam mechanism of the prime mover
Figure 4-1. Speed Control System
A speed-sensing device, such as a magnetic pickup, senses the speed of the

prime mover, and converts it to an ac signal with a frequency proportional to
prime-mover speed.
The frequency-to-voltage converter receives the ac signal from the speed sensor
and changes it to a proportional dc voltage.
A speed-reference circuit generates a dc “reference” voltage to which the speed-

signal voltage is compared. See Woodward manual 82510, Magnetic Pickups &
Proximity Switches for Electronic Controls, for more information on magnetic
pickups.
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The speed-signal voltage is compared to the reference voltage at the summing
point. If the speed-signal voltage is lower or higher than the reference voltage, a
signal is sent by the control amplifier calling for an increase or decrease in
speed.
The actuator responds to the signal from the control amplifier by repositioning the
fuel or steam rack, changing the speed of the prime mover until the speed-signal
voltage and the reference voltage are equal.
A failed-speed-signal circuit monitors the speed-signal input. When no signal is

detected, it calls for minimum fuel. The minimum-fuel signal is sufficient to cause
the actuator to go to the minimum position if not restricted. However, due to
linkage adjustment or other restrictions in the external system, minimum actuator
position may not permit prime-mover shutdown.
For controls with actuator current of 20 to 160 mA, minimum fuel is defined as:
• Actuator current less than 10 mA for forward-acting controls.
• Actuator current greater than 180 mA reverse-acting controls.
For controls with actuator current of 40 to 320 mA, minimum fuel is defined as:
• Actuator current less than 20 mA for forward-acting controls.
• Actuator current greater than 360 mA for reverse-acting controls.
A contact to override the failed-speed-signal circuit can be connected in series

with terminal 18 and terminal 16 (or terminal 0 on high voltage controls).
Temporarily closing the contact overrides the failed-speed-signal circuit, which
may be required for start-up.
Because of the variety of installations, plus system and component tolerances,

the control must be tuned to each system for optimum performance. The
potentiometers for setting and adjusting these circuits are located in the upper
right corner of the control as shown in Figure 4-2. They include:
• the RATED SPEED potentiometer
• the START FUEL LIMIT potentiometer
• RESET, GAIN, and ACTUATOR COMPENSATION
• RAMP TIME and LOW IDLE SPEED potentiometers
Figure 4-2. Speed Control Adjustments
The RATED SPEED potentiometer is adjusted so that at rated speed, the

converter-speed voltage and the reference-speed voltage are equal.
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The START FUEL LIMIT potentiometer provides a means of limiting the fuel-rack
position when starting diesel engines. Adjustment of the potentiometer sets the
maximum actuator position desired. This limit position is automatically enabled
prior to start-up, and is turned off when speed control takes over.
RESET, GAIN and ACTUATOR COMPENSATION potentiometers adjust the

control amplifier to accommodate various types of prime-mover systems. The
RESET adjustment affects prime mover reaction time when recovering after a
sudden load change. The magnitude of the speed change resulting from a
sudden change in load is controlled by adjusting the GAIN. ACTUATOR
COMPENSATION compensates for the time the actuator and prime mover
system takes to react to signals from the control.
The time taken by the prime mover to accelerate from idle to rated speed, and
the recommended idle speed, are set with the RAMP TIME and LOW IDLE
SPEED potentiometers respectively.
Terminals for External Devices

Terminal blocks for wiring the control to the system are at the lower front panel of
the control. Additional terminals are included for connecting other external
devices as shown in Figure 4-3.
Paralleling
There are two basic methods used for paralleling: droop, where speed
decreases with load, and isochronous, where speed remains constant. The
paralleling system as shown in Figure 4-4 consists of:
• Load Matching circuit (1)
• a Load Amplifier circuit (2)
An auxiliary contact on the generator tie-breaker connected from terminal 16 (or

terminal 0 on high voltage controls) to terminal 14 is used to select isochronous
load-sharing operation. A contact in series with the auxiliary contact may be used
to select either the droop or isochronous mode of operation.
If either the auxiliary contact or the droop contact is open, the control is in droop.
When they are both closed, the control is in isochronous load sharing.
With only one unit on line, the generator picks up the available load and remains
at isochronous speed. If additional units are on line, the Load Matching circuit
corrects the fuel output to proportion load.
An amplifier in the load-sensing circuit computes the load carried by each phase
of the generator. The current load on each phase is multiplied by the cosine of
the phase difference between the current and the voltage, and the three phases
are added to determine the total load.
The output of the load amplifier is adjusted by the LOAD GAIN potentiometer
shown in Figure 4-5. By setting the load-gain voltage on each unit to the same
level at full load, proportional load sharing is achieved. Regardless of differences
in generator-set capacities in the system, each generator set is loaded to the
same percentage of its capacity. A final adjustment of the individual LOAD GAIN
potentiometers will compensate for minor differences in the generator sets.
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NOTES
Terminal 0—On high voltage models, this terminal provides +20 Vdc for input terminals
14, 17, 18, 19, and 30. On low voltage models, this terminal is not used.
Terminal 14—When contact is closed, control is in isochronous and the load sharing lines
are active. When open, control is in droop and the load sharing lines are disabled.
Terminal 16—On low voltage models, this terminal provides a +dc source for input
terminals 14, 17, 18, 19, and 30, and is the dc supply + connecting point. On high voltage
models, this terminal is either one of the ac input terminals (on ac supply) or the dc +
connecting point (on dc supply).
Terminal 17—A contact to drive the output to minimum fuel when required for shutdown.*
The jumper must not be used on high voltage models.
Terminal 18—A contact to override the failed speed protective circuit for start-up and start
fuel setup calibration.
Terminal 19—A contact to accelerate from idle to rated speed when the contact is closed.
Terminals 23 and 24—An external means of remotely fine tuning the speed setting. It
also may be used for manual synchronization or for loading the generator when operating
in droop mode.
Terminals 25 and 26—Provide for use of an optional speed and phase matching (SPM)
synchronizer. An SPM synchronizer automatically generates a signal to bias the speed of
the prime mover of an off-line generator so that its frequency and phase match those of
the bus.**
*—Do not use the minimum fuel contact option as part of any emergency stop sequence.
**—See Woodward manual 82384, SPM-A Synchronizer 9905-002, for more information
on the SPM-A.
Figure 4-3. Terminal Connections
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Figure 4-4. Paralleling System
Figure 4-5. Paralleling Adjustments
As mentioned in the general information section, droop mode allows operation of

a generator on an infinite bus or in parallel with other engine generator units
using hydromechanical governors. In droop, speed changes as the load on the
generator changes. An increase in load results in a decrease in speed. The
amount of speed change or droop is expressed in percent, and is set by the
DROOP potentiometer shown in Figure 4-5.
The 2301A Load Sharing and Speed Control is powered by a dc-dc isolated
power supply, which allows operation over a wide voltage range without
generating excessive heat. This isolation protects the system from interference
caused by ground loops, particularly through the load-sharing lines, and allows
load sharing with earlier models of Woodward load-sharing controls.
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Chapter 5.
Troubleshooting
The following troubleshooting guide is an aid in isolating trouble to the control

box, actuator, plant wiring, or elsewhere. Troubleshooting beyond this level is
recommended ONLY when a complete facility for control testing is available.
CAUTION—INPUT VOLTAGE
The control can be damaged with the wrong voltage. When replacing a
control, check the power supply, battery, etc., for the correct voltage.
Troubleshooting Procedure
Table 5-1 is a general guide for isolating system problems. This guide assumes
that the system wiring, soldering connections, switch and relay contacts, and
input and output connections are correct and in good working order. Make the
checks in the order indicated. Various system checks assume that the prior
checks have been properly done.
WARNING—START-UP
Be prepared to make an emergency shutdown when starting the engine,
turbine, or other type of prime mover, to protect against runaway or
overspeed with possible personal injury, loss of life, or property damage.
Table 6-1. Troubleshooting
Symptom Cause Remedy

Prime mover will not Supply voltage polarity reversed Check for proper voltage from terminals 16
start. Actuator not (dc only), or no supply voltage. (+) to 15 (–). Reverse leads if polarity is
moving to start-fuel incorrect (dc only).
position. Actuator not responding to input If there is a voltage output at control
signal from control. terminals 20 (+) and 21 (–), but the actuator
NOTE—If the does not move, the wiring to the actuator
actuator moves to NOTE should be checked for opens or shorts. With
start position, a The hydraulic actuator must have the EG3P actuator, remember that
problem with the oil pressure and gear rotation to terminals C and D of the mating plug should
prime mover fuel operate (respond). be jumpered.
supply is indicated.
Make resistance checks at the actuator.
Coil resistance on Woodward actuators is
approximately 35 Ω. (Read with leads at
T20 and T21 disconnected.)
Start fuel limit set too low. Turn start fuel limit clockwise until prime
mover starts.
Actuator or Linkage. Check actuator and linkage for proper
installation and operation. Problems may be
oil supply, direction of rotation, insufficient
drainage. linkage, worn actuator
components, or improper adjustment.
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Prime mover will not No actuator voltage at terminals Check for shorted or grounded actuator
start. Actuator not 20 and 21. leads by removing wires to terminals 20 and
moving to start-fuel 21. Stop prime mover. Close the switch on
position. terminal 18, short terminal 23 to 24. Check
(cont.) for 18 to 22 volts at terminals 20 and 21 for
forward acting controls, and 0 to 1 volt for
reverse acting controls.
Check for at least 1 Vrms at terminals 28

and 29, and at least 5% of the minimum
rated speed frequency range.
Speed setting too low on initial Control may be the wrong speed range.
start. Check speed sensor frequency versus
control part number. Speed setting may be
lower than cranking speed. Control should
be set for rated speed. Increase RATED
SPEED setting clockwise.
CAUTION—RATED SPEED SETTING

If adjusting RATED SPEED setting
clockwise does not produce the correct
output, return RATED SPEED setting to
normal start position—full
counterclockwise.
LOW IDLE SPEED setting may Adjust LOW IDLE SPEED potentiometer
be set too low. clockwise.
Minimum Fuel contact open. See Check T 17. Minimum-fuel contact must be
“Minimum Fuel Contact” in closed for normal operation. Check for 20 to
Chapter 2. 40 Vdc from terminal 17 (+) to 15 (–).
Speed sensor signal not clearing Check wiring for proper connection. Check
failed speed signal circuit. shields for proper installation.
Speed sensor not spaced properly—check

for at least 1.0 Vac at terminals 28 and 29
during cranking. If less that 1.0 Vac,
magnetic pickup may be spaced too far
from gear. Make sure there are no metal
chips on end of pickup.
If no voltage is present, magnetic pickup

may be open-circuited or shorted. Make
resistance check with the leads
disconnected from control. Should be about
100 to 300 Ω.
Failed speed-signal circuit may be disabled

by connecting terminal 16 (or terminal 0 on
high voltage controls) to terminal 18.
WARNING—START-UP
Be prepared to make an emergency
shutdown when starting the engine,
turbine, or other type of prime mover, to
protect against runaway or overspeed
with possible personal injury, loss of
life, or property damage.
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Prime mover will not Terminals 23 and 24 are open. Verify that terminals 23 and 24 are
start. Actuator not jumpered if optional external speed trim is
moving to start-fuel not used.
position. Faulty speed trim potentiometer. With power OFF, check speed trim
(cont.) potentiometer(s) with an ohmmeter.
Faulty 2301A control. Replace control.
Prime mover will not Common + source for contacts Connect + source for these terminals to
start (high-voltage connected to terminals 14, 17, 18, terminal 0, not 16.
control). and 19 taken from terminal 16
instead of from terminal 0.
Prime mover Ramp adjustment. Increase RAMP TIME (clockwise). This
overspeeds only on decreases acceleration rate (from low idle
starts. to rated).
RATED SPEED setting too high. Set RATED SPEED as described in
Chapter 3.
Amplifier adjustment. Amplifier may be adjusted for sluggish
operation, causing overspeed on start.
Slowly adjust GAIN for fastest stable
response. RESET may be adjusted too low,
increase RESET setting.
Determine if engine is Verify that fuel rack is not binding and
malfunctioning. linkage is properly adjusted. Determine if
the fuel rack is quickly following the actuator
input voltage. Check operation of overspeed
protection device(s).
Prime mover Start Fuel Limit is inactive. On power up, Fuel Limit can be bypassed if
overspeeds or MPU signal clears in less than 1 second.
causes excessive Power up 2301A before cranking engine.
smoke only on 2301A control. If the control does not cut back the actuator
starts. voltage [T20 (+) and T21 (–)] until the speed
setting is completely counterclockwise (or
does not reduce fuel at any position), the
2301A control may be faulty, or may have
the wrong speed range. If the voltage is cut
back, look for a problem in the linkage or
actuator.
Prime mover Prime mover. Check for proper operation of prime-mover
overspeeds after fuel system. If actuator moves toward
operating at rated minimum fuel during overspeed, problem is
speed for some in fuel system.
time. Magnetic pickup and 2301A Check the magnetic-pickup output voltage
control. at speeds above idle-at least 1.0 Vrms. If
magnetic pickup should fail and the
override-failed-speed-signal circuit is
disabled, the 2301A control will call for
maximum fuel.
2301A control amplifier. Control the prime mover manually at rated
speed and adjust the RATED SPEED
setting fully counterclockwise. If the output
voltage is not zero, check for proper speed
range switch adjustment as described in
Chapter 2. If speed range is correct for the
application, replace the control.
Prime mover has GAIN adjustment made too Make GAIN adjustment slowly. Small
momentary speed quickly. momentary speed changes when adjusting
change when GAIN is normal.
adjusting GAIN.
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Low speed is not NOTE The LOW IDLE SPEED setting may be
regulated by LOW On carbureted prime movers, the below the minimum-fuel position of the
IDLE SPEED minimum fuel stop rpm setting will actuator or prime-mover fuel stop. In this
potentiometer. vary with prime mover case, the output voltage to the actuator will
temperature. An improper cold be zero.
setting may give interference with
the LOW IDLE SPEED setting The engine will be maintained at the
when the prime mover is hot. minimum-fuel position by the actuator or the
prime mover minimum-fuel stop. The
conditions above indicate that the prime
mover minimum-fuel position should be
decreased by linkage adjustment (diesel
engine) or low-idle set screw (gas engine),
or the LOW IDLE SPEED setting should be
raised. If the above action does not correct
the problem, the 2301A control may be
faulty.
LOW IDLE SPEED If adjustment of the LOW IDLE SPEED
potentiometer. potentiometer causes erratic behavior,
replace the control.
Prime mover does Faulty Close for Rated contact. Check Close for Rated contact. Remove
not decelerate when wire from terminal 19. Prime mover should
Close for Rated decelerate.
contact is open. LOW IDLE SPEED set fully Turn LOW IDLE SPEED setting
clockwise (be careful not to counterclockwise with terminal 19 open.
2301A control ramp circuitry. A faulty Close for Rated contact may remain
in the accelerate position with the contact
open.
If the Close for Rated contact is operative,

loss of idle control may be due to a faulty
circuit.
In general, adjustment of LOW IDLE

SPEED will vary the speed of the prime
mover with the Close for Rated contact in
the decelerate (open) position. Adjustment
of LOW IDLE SPEED should not affect
prime mover speed when the Close for
Rated contact is closed.
WARNING—OVERSPEED
The speed-setting controls have
sufficient range to override the ramp and
bring the prime mover speed up to rated
while still In the low-idle mode (either by
defect or switching). Therefore, a Close
for Rated contact that is intermittent may
cause the prime mover to overspeed if
the RATED SPEED setting is adjusted for
rated speed with T19 open.
Prime mover will not 2301A control. Adjust GAIN, RESET, and ACTUATOR
stabilize at rated no COMPENSATION as described in “Adjust
load speed. The for Stable Operation” and “Dynamic
instability may occur Adjustment” in Chapter 3.
at no load or it may
vary with load.
Control may be
erratic.
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Prime mover will not Speed setting controls. If adjustment of external speed trim causes
stabilize at rated no instability, check potentiometer with
load speed. The ohmmeter for erratic behavior (turn power
instability may occur off). Use non-lubricating electrical cleaner if
at no load or it may necessary. If internal speed potentiometer
vary with load. is faulty, replace control.
Control may be Improper linkage adjustment. Make sure that actuator moves
erratic. approximately 2/3 of its travel from no load
(cont.) to full load. Be sure linkage is linear on
turbine, diesel, and fuel-injected prime
movers. Be sure linkage is non-linear on
carbureted prime movers. Refer to actuator
manual for proper installation.
Necessary external wires not The following tests will isolate noise and
properly shielded. interference.
Electrical noise, caused by wiring CAUTION—SINGLE UNIT

carrying an ac voltage, stray Do not perform these tests in other than
magnetic fields from single-unit operating configuration.
transformers, etc., can be picked
up by improperly shielded wire. Jumper terminal 19 to terminal 16 (terminal
Noise will cause instability if 0 on high voltage controls), and remove
picked up by lines associated with wires to the Close for Rated contact.
the amplifier summing point such
as external speed trim, paralleling Where an external speed trim is used,
lines, droop contact, magnetic jumper terminals 23 and 24, and remove
pickup lines, and synchronizer wires to the potentiometer.
input.
WARNING—OVERSPEED
Prime mover may overspeed if jumper is
installed while running.
Remove wires to terminals 10, 11, 12, 14,

25, and 26. Jumper 14 and 16.
Remove the wires to the minimum-fuel

contact at terminal 17.
Verify that the switchgear frame, governor

chassis, and prime mover have a common
ground connection. Temporarily remove the
battery-charger cables from the control
battery system.
If the prime-mover operation is significantly

improved by the above modifications,
replace the wiring one at a time to locate
the source of the trouble.
External wiring may require additional

shielding or rerouting from high-current lines
or components.
(continued below)
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Prime mover will not (cont.)
stabilize at rated no
load speed. The If the problem cannot be resolved by the
instability may occur above checks, it will be necessary to
at no load or it may remove the 2301A control from the switch-
vary with load. gear. Temporarily mount it next to the prime
Control may be mover and connect only a battery, magnetic
erratic. pickup, and actuator to the control (use a
(cont.) separate battery placed next to the prime
mover). After starting the prime mover,
place a small jumper wire across terminals
19 and 16 to cause the prime mover to
accelerate to rated speed. If necessary,
apply load to check stability.
If stability occurs when the control is

mounted next to the prime mover, return the
control to the switchgear. Run new
magnetic pickup, actuator, and battery
power lines. Shield all wires to the control.
Route all wires through conduit or an outer
shield. Tie the outer shield to system
ground at end opposite of the control.
Prime mover may not be Check actuator linkage to fuel controlling
receiving fuel as called for by the mechanism for any lost motion, binding, or
actuator voltage. excessive loading. Verify a steady fuel
pressure of proper value.
Check actuator per appropriate actuator

manual.
Prime mover not operating Prime mover may be causing speed
properly. variations. Control engine manually to
determine if instability is in prime mover or
governor control. Verify proper adjustment
of fuel control linkage.
Input voltage low. Check supply voltage, It should be at least
20 Vdc on low voltage controls and 90 Vdc
or 88 Vac on high voltage controls.
Speed-setting Faulty RATED SPEED or Speed Check by replacing Speed Trim with jumper
control does not Trim potentiometer. and setting speed with main speed
regulate speed. potentiometer.
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Prime mover does Prime mover not receiving fuel as If voltage to actuator is maximum (minimum
not share load with called for by the governor. for reverse-acting), visually determine if
other units. actuator shaft is at maximum position. If it is
not, an actuator problem is indicated, or the
linkage or fuel system is restricted.
Unequal speed settings. Be sure that speed settings of all units at no
load are identical.
Unequal load-gain voltages. With the prime mover operating in single
unit configuration, LOAD GAIN must be set
at 6.0 Vdc. See “Load Gain Adjustment” in
Chapter 3.
Circuit breaker auxiliary contact Check auxiliary circuit breaker and droop
or droop contact is open. contacts. Check for 18 to 40 Vdc from
terminal 14 to 15 on low voltage controls.
NOTE
High voltage controls can only be measured
from terminal 14 to 18 if the close to
override failed speed signal contact is not
closed.
Improper load-sensing phasing. Perform phasing procedure in Chapter 3.
Circulating currents between Refer to appropriate voltage regulator
generators. manual.
Prime mover does Actuator. If actuator has a ballhead backup, verify
not maintain that its hydraulic governor section, speed
constant speed setting, and speed droop adjustments are
(isochronous). properly set (see the applicable governor
manual).
Prime mover. If droop occurs near the full-load point only,
it is possible the prime mover is not
producing the power called for by the fuel
control, or is being overloaded. Either is
indicated if the fuel control is at maximum
position.
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Chapter 6.
Service Options
Product Service Options

The following factory options are available for servicing Woodward equipment,
based on the standard Woodward Product and Service Warranty (5-01-1205)
that is in effect at the time the product is purchased from Woodward or the
service is performed:
• Replacement/Exchange (24-hour service)
• Flat Rate Repair
• Flat Rate Remanufacture
If you are experiencing problems with installation or unsatisfactory performance

of an installed system, the following options are available:
• Consult the troubleshooting guide in the manual.
• Contact Woodward technical assistance (see “How to Contact Woodward”
later in this chapter) and discuss your problem. In most cases, your problem
can be resolved over the phone. If not, you can select which course of
action you wish to pursue based on the available services listed in this
section.
Replacement/Exchange
Replacement/Exchange is a premium program designed for the user who is in
need of immediate service. It allows you to request and receive a like-new
replacement unit in minimum time (usually within 24 hours of the request),
providing a suitable unit is available at the time of the request, thereby
minimizing costly downtime. This is also a flat rate structured program and
includes the full standard Woodward product warranty (Woodward Product and
Service Warranty 5-01-1205).
This option allows you to call in the event of an unexpected outage, or in

advance of a scheduled outage, to request a replacement control unit. If the unit
is available at the time of the call, it can usually be shipped out within 24 hours.
You replace your field control unit with the like-new replacement and return the
field unit to the Woodward facility as explained below (see “Returning Equipment
for Repair” later in this chapter).
Charges for the Replacement/Exchange service are based on a flat rate plus
shipping expenses. You are invoiced the flat rate replacement/exchange charge
plus a core charge at the time the replacement unit is shipped. If the core (field
unit) is returned to Woodward within 60 days, Woodward will issue a credit for
the core charge. [The core charge is the average difference between the flat rate
replacement/exchange charge and the current list price of a new unit.]
Return Shipment Authorization Label. To ensure prompt receipt of the core,

and avoid additional charges, the package must be properly marked. A return
authorization label is included with every Replacement/Exchange unit that leaves
Woodward. The core should be repackaged and the return authorization label
affixed to the outside of the package. Without the authorization label, receipt of
the returned core could be delayed and cause additional charges to be applied.
38 Woodward

Flat Rate Repair

Flat Rate Repair is available for the majority of standard products in the field.
This program offers you repair service for your products with the advantage of
knowing in advance what the cost will be. All repair work carries the standard
Woodward service warranty (Woodward Product and Service Warranty
5-01-1205) on replaced parts and labor.
Flat Rate Remanufacture

Flat Rate Remanufacture is very similar to the Flat Rate Repair option with the
exception that the unit will be returned to you in “like-new” condition and carry
with it the full standard Woodward product warranty (Woodward Product and
Service Warranty 5-01-1205). This option is applicable to mechanical products
only.
Returning Equipment for Repair

If a control (or any part of an electronic control) is to be returned to Woodward for
repair, please contact Woodward in advance to obtain a Return Authorization
Number. When shipping the item(s), attach a tag with the following information:
• name and location where the control is installed;
• name and phone number of contact person;
• complete Woodward part number(s) and serial number(s);
• description of the problem;
• instructions describing the desired type of repair.
To prevent damage to electronic components caused by improper handling,
read and observe the precautions in Woodward manual 82715, Guide for
Handling and Protection of Electronic Controls, Printed Circuit Boards, and
Modules.
Packing a Control
Use the following materials when returning a complete control:
• protective caps on any connectors;
• antistatic protective bags on all electronic modules;
• packing materials that will not damage the surface of the unit;
• at least 100 mm (4 inches) of tightly packed, industry-approved packing
material;
• a packing carton with double walls;
• a strong tape around the outside of the carton for increased strength.
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Return Authorization Number

When returning equipment to Woodward, please telephone and ask for the
Customer Service Department [1 (800) 523-2831 in North America or
+1 (970) 482-5811]. They will help expedite the processing of your order through
our distributors or local service facility. To expedite the repair process, contact
Woodward in advance to obtain a Return Authorization Number, and arrange for
issue of a purchase order for the item(s) to be repaired. No work can be started
until a purchase order is received.
NOTE
We highly recommend that you make arrangement in advance for return
shipments. Contact a Woodward customer service representative at
1 (800) 523-2831 in North America or +1 (970) 482-5811 for instructions and
for a Return Authorization Number.
Replacement Parts
When ordering replacement parts for controls, include the following information:
• the part number(s) (XXXX-XXXX) that is on the enclosure nameplate;
• the unit serial number, which is also on the nameplate.
How to Contact Woodward

In North America use the following address when shipping or corresponding:
Woodward Governor Company
PO Box 1519
1000 East Drake Rd
Fort Collins CO 80522-1519, USA
Telephone—+1 (970) 482-5811 (24 hours a day)

Toll-free Phone (in North America)—1 (800) 523-2831
Fax—+1 (970) 498-3058
For assistance outside North America, call one of the following international
Woodward facilities to obtain the address and phone number of the facility
nearest your location where you will be able to get information and service.
Facility Phone Number

Brazil +55 (19) 3708 4800
India +91 (129) 4097100
Japan +81 (476) 93-4661
The Netherlands +31 (23) 5661111
You can also contact the Woodward Customer Service Department or consult
our worldwide directory on Woodward’s website (www.woodward.com) for the
name of your nearest Woodward distributor or service facility.
40 Woodward

Engineering Services
Woodward Industrial Controls Engineering Services offers the following after-
sales support for Woodward products. For these services, you can contact us by
telephone, by email, or through the Woodward website.
• Technical Support
• Product Training
• Field Service
Contact information:
Telephone—+1 (970) 482-5811
Toll-free Phone (in North America)—1 (800) 523-2831
Email—icinfo@woodward.com
Website—www.woodward.com
Technical Support is available through our many worldwide locations or our

authorized distributors, depending upon the product. This service can assist you
with technical questions or problem solving during normal business hours.
Emergency assistance is also available during non-business hours by phoning
our toll-free number and stating the urgency of your problem. For technical
support, please contact us via telephone, email us, or use our website and
reference Customer Services and then Technical Support.
Product Training is available at many of our worldwide locations (standard

classes). We also offer customized classes, which can be tailored to your needs
and can be held at one of our locations or at your site. This training, conducted
by experienced personnel, will assure that you will be able to maintain system
reliability and availability. For information concerning training, please contact us
via telephone, email us, or use our website and reference Customer Services
and then Product Training.
Field Service engineering on-site support is available, depending on the product

and location, from one of our many worldwide locations or from one of our
authorized distributors. The field engineers are experienced both on Woodward
products as well as on much of the non-Woodward equipment with which our
products interface. For field service engineering assistance, please contact us
via telephone, email us, or use our website and reference Customer Services
and then Technical Support.
Woodward 41

Technical Assistance
If you need to telephone for technical assistance, you will need to provide the following information.
Please write it down here before phoning:
General
Your Name
Site Location
Phone Number
Fax Number
Prime Mover Information

Engine/Turbine Model Number
Manufacturer
Number of Cylinders (if applicable)
Type of Fuel (gas, gaseous, steam, etc)
Rating
Application
Control/Governor Information
Please list all Woodward governors, actuators, and electronic controls in your system:
Woodward Part Number and Revision Letter
Control Description or Governor Type
Serial Number
Serial Number
Serial Number
If you have an electronic or programmable control, please have the adjustment setting positions or
the menu settings written down and with you at the time of the call.
42 Woodward

2301A Load Sharing and Speed Control
General Specifications
Power Supply Rating 90–150 Vdc or 85–132 Vac for High Voltage models
20–40 Vdc for Low Voltage models
Power Consumption less than or equal to 15 W nominal
Inputs—
Load Sensing 90–240 Vac 3ø 45–66 Hz 3ø current transformer input
Speed Sensor Input Impedance 100–300 Ω
Speed Sensor magnetic pickup 1.0 Vac minimum to 30 Vac maximum
Speed Trim 0–100 Ω for 0 to 10% speed change
Speed Setting terminals 23–24 jumpered, internally adjustable 100 Ω potentiometer allows
external 0–10% speed trim
Idle Speed Select external switch, open terminals 19 to 16
Droop external switch, open terminals 14 to 16
Synchronizer ±5 Vdc for speed change with Woodward SPM-A synchronizer
Load Sharing 0–6 Vdc
Outputs—
Actuator 7.5 Vdc max for 0 to 214 mA with 35 Ω coil
Adjustments—
Rated Speed 11 450 Hz
Acceleration Ramp (±Idle to Rated) 0–10 s, switch activated, close terminals 19 to 16
Actuator Compensation time constant compatibility 0–500 ms
Low Idle Speed 55% rated
Amplifier Gain
Reset (Stability)
Load Gain 6 Vdc maximum at 5 A CT current
Droop 0 to 10%
Speed Control Range switch selectable, 500–1500 Hz, 1000–3000 Hz, 2000–6000 Hz (standard),
4000–12 000 Hz
Operating Temperature –40 to +85 °C (–40 to +185 °F)

Load Sharing ±5% of rated load with speed setting matched
Vibration 4 Gs, 5 to 500 Hz

Shock 60 Gs
Weight approximately 1.8 kg (4 lb)
Finish gloss powder
Regulatory Compliance
European Compliance for CE Mark (specified low voltage models only)—
EMC Directive Certified to 89/336/EEC COUNCIL DIRECTIVE of 03 May 1989 on the
approximation of the laws of the member states relating to electromagnetic
compatibility.
Low Voltage Directive Certified to the 73/23/EEC COUNCIL DIRECTIVE of 19 February 1973 on
the harmonization of the laws of the Member States relating to electrical
equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits.
North American Compliance:

UL: UL Listed for Ordinary Locations. For use in the United States (Listed 6IN6).

Declarations

We appreciate your comments about the content of our publications.
Send comments to: icinfo@woodward.com
Please include the manual number from the front cover of this publication.
PO Box 1519, Fort Collins CO 80522-1519, USA

1000 East Drake Road, Fort Collins CO 80525, USA
Phone +1 (970) 482-5811 • Fax +1 (970) 498-3058
Email and Website—www.woodward.com
Woodward has company-owned plants, subsidiaries, and branches,

as well as authorized distributors and other authorized service and sales facilities throughout the world.
Complete address / phone / fax / email information for all locations is available on our website.
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Manual 82389 (Revision N)

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CAUTION—POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT OR PROPERTY

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ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE AWARENESS ..................................................III

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CHAPTER 6. SERVICE OPTIONS ..................................................................38

Illustrations and Tables

Figure 1-1. 2301A Control Outline Drawing ...........................................................4

Table 1-1. Low-Voltage 2301A Models (20 to 40 Vdc) ..........................................3

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Electrostatic Discharge Awareness

Follow these precautions when working with or near the control.

1. Before doing maintenance on the electronic control, discharge the static

3. Keep plastic, vinyl, and Styrofoam materials (such as plastic or Styrofoam

• Do not touch any part of the PCB except the edges.

• Do not touch the electrical conductors, the connectors, or the

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The control is housed in a sheet-metal chassis and consists of a single printed

The 2301A provides control in either isochronous or droop mode.

CAUTION—DO NOT TURN POTS BEYOND THEIR STOPS

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Application engineers from Woodward or any of its authorized distributors or

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2301A Load Sharing and Speed Control Models,

Part Actuator Current Forward/ Actuator

Table 1-2. High-Voltage 2301A Models (88–132 Vac or 90–150 Vdc)

Part Actuator Current Forward/ Actuator

Power Supply Voltage

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Figure 1-1. 2301A Control Outline Drawing

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Figure 1-2a. Plant Wiring Diagram (low-voltage supply)

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Figure 1-2b. Plant Wiring Diagram (high-voltage supply)

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In installations with severe electromagnetic interference (EMI), shielded wire run

Figure 2-1. Preparation and Installation of Shielded Cables

Setting Speed Range

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Figure 2-2. Switch S1

Potential Transformer Connections

The potential transformer secondary line-to-line voltage must be in the 90 to 240

Current Transformer Connections

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Droop Contact (Isoch-Droop) and Load Sharing Lines

Figure 2-3. Droop Contact and Circuit Breaker Auxiliary Contact

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CAUTION—DO NOT APPLY POWER

Minimum Fuel Contact

Failed Speed Signal Override

If a failed-speed-signal-override contact is used, it should be of the momentary type

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Idle/Rated Ramp Contact

External Speed Trim

Speed and Phase Matching (SPM) Synchronizer