Specification sheet

Diesel
generator set
B3.3 series
engine
44 kVA - 66 kVA 50 Hz
40 kW - 60 kW 60 Hz
Description
This Cummins® commercial generator set is a Control system - The PowerStart® electronic
fully integrated power generation system, control is standard equipment for 50 Hz products
providing optimum performance, reliability, and while PowerCommand® is for 60 Hz products. It
versatility for stationary Standby and Prime provides total genset system integration,
Power duty applications. including auto remote start/stop, precise
frequency and voltage regulation, alarm and
Features status message display.
Cummins medium-duty engine - Rugged 4- Enclosures - Optional sound attenuated
cycle industrial diesel delivers reliable power enclosures are available.
and fast response to load changes.
Warranty - Backed by a comprehensive
Alternator - Low reactance 2/3 pitch windings; warranty and worldwide distributor network.
low waveform distortion with non-linear loads,
fault clearing short-circuits capability, and class
H insulation.
Cooling system - Standard Integral set-
mounted radiator system, designed and tested
for rated ambient temperatures, simplifies facility
design requirements for rejected heat.

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 3-Phase ratings
Standby rating Prime rating
50 Hz 60 Hz 50 Hz 60 Hz
Model kVA (kW) kW (kVA) kVA (kW) kW (kVA)

C44 D5e 44 (35) 40 (32)

C55 D5e 55 (44) 50 (40)
C66 D5e 66 (53) 60 (48)
C40 D6e 40 (50) 36 (45)
C50 D6e 50 (63) 45 (57)
C60 D6e 60 (75) 55 (68)
C44 D5L 44 (35) 40 (32)
C55 D5L 55 (44) 50 (40)
C66 D5L 66 (53) 60 (48)

1-Phase Ratings
Reconnectable Winding,311
Standby rating Prime rating
50 Hz 60 Hz 50 Hz 60 Hz

Model kVA (kW) kW (kVA) kVA (kW) kW (kVA)

C40 D6e 40 (40) 36 (36)

C50 D6e 50 (50) 45 (45)

C60 D6e 58 (58) 53 (53)

C44 D5L 40 (40) 36.5 (36.5)

C55 D5L 45 (45) 41.5 (41.5)

C66 D5L 50 (50) 47 (47)

Generator set specifications

Governor regulation class ISO8528 G2
Voltage regulation, no load to full load ± 0.63%
Random voltage variation ± 0.50%
Frequency regulation 6% Droop for 50 Hz and Isochronous for 60 Hz
Random frequency variation ± 0.195%
Radio frequency emissions compliance BS EN61000-6-4/BS EN61000-6-2

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 Engine specifications
Design 4 cycle, in-line, turbocharged after-cooled
Bore 95 mm (3.75 in.)
Stroke 115 mm (4.53 in.)
Displacement 3.3 L (199 in3)
Cylinder block Cast iron, 4 cylinder
Battery capacity 65 AH
Battery charging alternator 37 Amp
Starting voltage 12 Volt
Fuel system Direct injection
Fuel filter Spin on fuel filters with water separator
Air cleaner type Dry replaceable element with restriction indicator
Lube oil filter type(s) Spin on full flow filter
Standard cooling system* 131 ºF (55 ºC) ambient radiator
*Open genset at 12.7 mm H₂O restriction

Alternator specifications
Design Brushless, single bearing, revolving field
Stator 2/3 pitch winding
Rotor Single bearing, flexible disc coupling
Insulation system Class H
Standard temperature rise Standby 50/60 Hz – 163 ºC/27 ºC ambient
Exciter type Self-excited
Phase rotation A (U), B (V), C (W)
Alternator cooling Direct drive centrifugal fan
AC waveform Total Harmonic Distortion (THDV) No load <2%. Non distorting balanced linear load <5%
Telephone Influence Factor (TIF) for 60 Hz < 50% per NEMA MG1-22.43
Telephone Harmonic Factor (THF) for 50 Hz < 2%

Available voltages
50 Hz line – line / line - neutral 1-Phase 60 Hz line – line / line - neutral 1-Phase

• 380/220 • 190/110 • 240 • 380/220 • 190/110 • 240

• 400/230 • 200/115 • 230 • 400/230 • 200/115 • 230

• 416/240 • 208/120 • 220 • 416/240 • 208/120 • 220

• 440/255 • 220/127

• 480/277 • 230/132

• 240/139

*Note: Some voltages may not be available on all models - consult factory for availability.

Generator set options

• Sound attenuated housing • Circuit breaker size • Extended warranty
• Engine coolant heater • Language literature • Alternator heater
• Heavy duty air cleaner • Shunt trip • Lower temp rise alt frame
• Electronic governing on 50 Hz • 332 litre fuel tank • Permanent Magnet Generator
• Mains operated battery charger • Dual wall, with secondary (PMG)
• Industrial grade silencer containment
• 4P MCCB • Remote fuel filling
• Aux contact • PS0600
• Earth fault relay

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Control system
◼ Exerciser clock and time of delay start/stop initiate a
Generator set control PowerStart 600 – The test without load.
PowerStart control is a microprocessor-based ◼ Maintenance due alarm based on engine running
generator set monitoring and control system. The
time and real time clock
control provides a simple operator interface to the
generator set, auto/ manual and remote start/stop ◼ Auto Main Failure (AMF) Provides load transfer
control and shutdown fault indication. The operation in open transition mode
integration of all control functions into a single ◼ AMF Test with or without load options
control provides enhanced reliability and ◼ Utility Voltage monitoring and protection
performance compared to conventional generator ◼ Remote start capability in Auto mode
set control systems. This control has been designed ◼ Advanced service ability using InpowerTM a PC based
and tested to meet the harsh environment in which Software service tool
gensets are typically applied. ◼ Modbus interface for interconnecting to customer
• The PowerStart generator set control is suitable
PLC/BMS
for use on a wide range of generator sets in non-
paralleling applications. It is suitable for use with ◼ Configurable Inputs and Outputs
reconnectable or non-reconnectable generators, ◼ Environmental protection: The Control is designed for
can be configured for either 50 Hz or 60 Hz and reliable operation in harsh environment
voltage and power connection from 190-600 VAC ◼ Warranty and service backed by a comprehensive
line-to-line. warranty and worldwide distributor service network
• This control includes an intuitive operator interface
that allows for complete genset control as well as ◼ Certification-suitable for use on generator sets that
system metering, fault annunciation, maintenance are designed, manufactured, tested and certified
alarm, over imbalance current, configuration and relevant ISO, IEC and CE standards.
diagnostics. The interface includes seven
generator set status LED lamps with both
internationally accepted symbols and English text Base control functions
to comply with customer needs. The interface also
includes an LED backlit LCD display with tactile-
LCD capability
feel soft-switches for easy operation and screen LED INDICATING LAMPS
navigation. The manual/auto/stop switch function
is integrated into the interface panel. ◼ For Genset Running, Remote Start, AMF Test Active,
• All data on the control can be viewed by scrolling Genset Shutdown, Warning, Load connected to
through screens with the navigation keys. The Genset, Load connected to Utility, Manual Mode,
control displays the current active fault and a time-
Stop Mode and Auto Mode.
ordered history of the five previous faults.
• Power for this control is derived from the
generator set starting batteries and functions over LCD display
a voltage range from 8VDC to 16 VDC. ◼ 128 x 64 Pixel Monochrome Graphics display
Major Features OPERATION INTERFACE
◼ Integrated 128x64 Pixel monochrome graphic
LCD Display ◼ Six tactile-feel soft switches for LCD navigation,
◼ 12 and 24V battery operation genset operation and control setup. These switches
◼ Genset monitoring-monitor status of all critical are indicated by internationally accepted symbols and
engine and alternator functions English text.
◼ Digital genset metering (AC and DC) OPERATOR ADJUSTMENTS
◼ Genset battery monitoring system to warn
against a weak battery connection ◼ The LCD includes provisions for necessary set up
◼ Configurable for single phase or three phase or and adjustment functions.
split phase AC metering ◼ Data Log includes engine run time and controller on
◼ Engine starting includes solid state output to time Fault History.
operate external relay to start the engine, fuel ◼ Provides a record of the most recent fault Condition
shut off (FSO) and glow Plug with Engine run time stamp, RTC stamp and
◼ Genset Protection: protects engine and occurrences
alternator
◼ Real time clock for fault and event stamping

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◼ Fuel level measurement using 4-20mA input ◼ Up to 5 events are stored in the control non-volatile
sensor memory.

AMF FUNCTIONALITY ◼ Voltage selection

◼ When Auto Mains Failure is enabled and ◼ Frequency selection

controller is in Auto Mode and if utility goes off
then control starts the Genset automatically and ◼ Genset and Utility AC Meter Calibration
transfers load onto Genset. If Utility returns and
is healthy then load again gets retransferred
onto Utility. AMF provides load transfer ENGINE CONTROL
operation in Open Transition transfer mode.
◼ CT ratio, and Genset ratings setup
FUEL LEVEL FEATURE ◼ Start/Stop time delay setup
◼ Real time clock setup with daylight saving
◼ The Control will show the warning fault when ◼ AMF Setup with test mode and transfer/retransfer
the fuel level in the tank goes below the time delays
predefined threshold. Control includes time
◼ Modbus baud rate, parity setup
delays to prevent nuisance warning signals.
◼ Exercise scheduler repeat interval, Day, time and
EXERCISE SCHEDULER duration setup
◼ Maintenance due setup
◼ It is used only when genset is in Auto mode. ◼ LCD brightness and contrast control
It is used to start a Scheduler schedule at No
Load condition. A trim Exercise Scheduler Battery operation
Enable is available to enable or disable the ◼ Control will operate on 12V/24V batteries
feature.
AUTO START MODE
MAINTENANCE
◼ Accepts a ground signal from remote devices to
◼ Maintenance due alarm based on Engine automatically start the generator set. The remote
Running Time or Real time clock start signal will also wake up the control from sleep
mode. The control can incorporate a time delay start
CONTROL DATA and stop.

◼ Access to the control software part number EMERGENCY STOP

and software version are provided from the LCD
or InPowerTM. ◼ The control annunciates when an emergency stop
signal is received and the generator set immediately
ALTERNATOR DATA shuts down. The generator set is prevented from
running or cranking with the switch engaged E-stop
◼ Voltage (single or three phase line-to-line and switch.
line-to- neutral)
◼ Current (single or three phase) SLEEP MODE
◼ kVA, kVAR, kW, Power Factor (Three phase
and total) ◼ The control includes a configurable low current
◼ Frequency draw state to minimize starting battery current draw
when the genset is not operating.
◼ Totalized positive and negative kWH, kVARH,
kVAH ENGINE STARTING
Utility AC data ◼ The control supports automatic engine starting.
◼ Voltage (three/single phase LL and LN) - Primary and backup start disconnects are achieved
Frequency by battery charging alternator feedback or main
alternator output frequency. The control also supports
ENGINE DATA configurable glow plug control when applicable.

◼ Starting battery voltage

◼ Engine running hours
◼ Engine temperature
◼ Engine oil pressure

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 SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS CYCLE CRANKING

◼ The control includes provisions for adjustment and ◼ Configurable for the number of starting cycles (1
calibration of generator set control functions. to 7) and duration of crank and rest periods. Control
Functions include: includes starter protection algorithms to prevent the
Time delay of 0-600 seconds prior to shutdown operator from specifying a starting sequence that
After signal to stop in normal operation modes. might be damaging.
Default for both time delay periods is 0 seconds.
TIME DELAY START AND STOP (COOLDOWN)
AUTO MAINS FAILURE FUNCTIONS Configurable for time delay of 0-300 seconds prior to
starting after receiving a remote start signal and for
◼ AMF primarily means that the genset
controller is controlling both the genset breaker ◼ Control provides retransfer time delays including
and a utility breaker in a transfer pair time delay emergency to normal (0-1800 sec) and
arrangement. AMF is only for use in a single programmed transition delay (0-600 sec), time delay
genset / single utility arrangement. AMF’s engine cooldown (0-3600 sec)
primary job is to keep loads powered. AMF
completely manages the system by
automatically starting the genset and PROTECTIVE FUNCTIONS:
transferring load when it detects utility failure.
AMF has numerous built-in configurable sensors On operation of a protective function, the control will
to determine the availability of the utility and indicate a fault by illuminating the appropriate status
genset sources. Sensors include under voltage, LED, as well as display the fault code and fault
overvoltage, over/under frequency and breaker description on the LCD. The nature of the fault and time
failure. PS0600 control supports only open of occurrence are logged in the control. The service
transition (Break before Make) AMF manual and InPowerTM Service Tool provide service
functionality. keys and procedures based on the service codes
provided. In Power is used to configure settings.
AMF TEST MODE
CONFIGURABLE ALARM INPUT
◼ AMF supports test mode with or without load
options along with test mode duration. ◼ The control accepts maximum three alarm inputs
(contact closed to ground) to cause a shutdown or
LOAD TRANSFER SWITCH TYPE warning response from the control.

◼ AMF breaker outputs can be continuous EMERGENCY STOP

(contact pair) or pulsed (GTEC) type based on
load transfer switch selection. ◼ Annunciate whenever an emergency stop signal is
received from external switch.
UNDERVOLTAGE SENSOR

◼ Three phase LL and LN under voltage sensing for ENGINE PROTECTION

pickup 85-100% and dropout adjustable from 75-
◼ Low lube oil pressure warning/shutdown - Level
98% of nominal and dropout adjustable delay from
0.1-30 sec is pre-set to match the capabilities of the engine
used. Control includes time delays to prevent
Overvoltage sensor nuisance shutdown signals.
◼ Three phase LL and LN overvoltage sensing for ◼ High coolant temperature warning/shutdown -
dropout adjustable from 105-135% of nominal and Level is pre-set to match the capabilities of the
dropout adjustable delay from 0.5-120 sec engine used. Control includes time delays to prevent
◼ nuisance shutdown signals.
Over/under frequency sensor ◼ Low coolant temperature warning - Indicates that
◼ Underfrequency sensing for pickup 85-100% and engine temperature may not be high enough for 1
dropout adjustable from 70-85% of nominal and min. and start or proper load acceptance.
dropout adjustable delay from 0.1-15 sec. Over ◼ Sensor failure indication - Logic is provided on the
frequency sensing for dropout adjustable from 105- base control to detect analog sensor or
interconnecting wiring failures.

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115% of nominal and dropout adjustable delay from General engine protection:
0.1-15 sec Low Fuel Level Warning - Indicates that engine fuel level
reached the Low Fuel Level Warning Threshold (30% by
Timers default).
Control provides transfer time delays including Charging Alternator Failure Warning - Indicates that
Time delay engine start (0-3600 sec), time delay engine charging alternator voltage reached the low/high
normal to emergency (0-300 sec) and charging alternator threshold when charging alternator
programmed transition delay (0-600 sec). enable trim is enabled.
impending failure.
◼ Low and high battery voltage warning - Indicates
◼ Cranking lockout - The control will not allow status of battery charging system (failure) by
the starter to attempt to engage or to crank the continuously monitoring battery voltage.
engine when the engine is running. ◼ Weak battery warning - The control will test the
◼ Fail to start shutdown - The control will battery each time the generator set is signaled to
indicate a fault if the generator set fails to start start and indicate a warning if the battery indicates
by the completion of the engine crack High Current warning/shutdown (51)
sequence.
◼ Implementation of the thermal damage curve with
ALTERNATOR PROTECTION instantaneous trip level calculated based on current
transformer ratio and application power rating.
Battleshort Mode
Auto Mains Failure Protections:
◼ When enabled and Battle short switch is
◼ Breaker/ATS Switch fail to close warning - when the
active, the control will allow non-critical
control signals a ATS switch to close, it will monitor
shutdown faults to be bypassed. If a bypass
shutdown fault occurs, the fault code and the ATS switch feedback contacts and verifies that
description will still be enunciated, but the switch is closed. If the control does not sense ATS
genset will not shutdown. This will be switch closure within an adjustable time period of ter
followed by a fail to shutdown fault. the close signal, the fail to close warning will be
Emergency stop critical shutdown faults are initiated.
not bypassed. ◼ Breaker/ATS Switch fail to open warning - when the
Please refer to control service and operator control signals a ATS switch to open, it will monitor
manual for list of critical faults the ATS switch feedback contacts and verifies that
High AC voltage shutdown (59) switch is opened. If the control does not sense ATS
switch opened within an adjustable time period after
◼ Output voltage on any phase exceeds pre-set the open signal, the fail to open warning will be
values. Values adjustable from 105-125% of initiated.
nominal voltage, with time delay adjustable from
1-10 seconds. Default value is 110% for 5
seconds. ENVIRONMENT
Low AC voltage shutdown (27)
The control is designed for proper operation without
◼ Voltage on any phase has dropped below a recalibration in ambient temperatures from -15 °C (5 °F)
preset value. Adjustable over a range of 50-95% to +70° C (158 °F), and for storage from -20 °C (-4 °F) to
of voltage, time delay 2-20 seconds. Default +80 °C (176 °F). Control will operate with humidity up to
value is 90% for 5 seconds. 95%, non-condensing.
Under frequency shutdown (81 u) The control board is conformal coated to provide
resistance to dust and moisture. The single membrane
◼ Generator set output frequency cannot be surface, which is impervious to effects of dust, moisture,
maintained. Settings are adjustable from 2-10 oil and exhaust fumes. This panel uses a sealed
Hz below nominal governor set point, for a 500- membrane to provide long reliable service life in harsh
2000 half cycles delay. Default: 5 Hz, 1000 half environments. The control is specifically designed and
cycles. tested for resistance to RFI/EMI and to resist effects of
Over frequency shutdown/warning (81 o) vibration to provide a long reliable life when mounted on
a generator set. The control includes transient voltage
◼ Generator set is operating at a potentially surge suppression to provide compliance to referenced
damaging frequency level. Settings are standards.
adjustable from 2-10 Hz above nominal
governor set point for 100-2000 half cycles
delay. Default: 5 Hz, 1000 half cycles. ◼ Configurable customer inputs:
Control includes (1 Control includes 3 input signals
which can be configured for diagnostic inputs. Out of
which 1st input can also be configured as

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Loss of sensing voltage shutdown Battle short input. 2nd and 3rd inputs gets configured to
Utility CB status and Genset CB status when Auto mains
◼ Shutdown of generator set will occur on loss of failure is enabled.)
voltage sensing inputs to the control.
Output signals from the control include:
Current Imbalance Warning Fault
Control includes 6 configurable outputs which can be
◼ Issues warning when current imbalance is
configured to Diagnostic Output, Glow Plug, Ready to
observed per phase when genset is in running
load, L series governor.
state.
Configurable output 3, Configurable output 4,
◼ configured to AMF specific outputs (Utility/ Configurable output 5 and Configurable output 6 get
Genset CB Open/ Close driver) when Auto mains
failure is enabled.
◼ CE marking: The control is suitable for use on
Communications connections include: generator sets to be CE-marked.

Control provides one RS-485 port which can be ◼ EN 50081-1,2 residential/light industrial emissions or
used either for PCTool interface or Modbus master industrial emissions.
interface based on protocol selection from LCD or ◼ EN 50082-1,2 residential/light industrial or industrial
InpowerTM. susceptibility.
◼ ISO 7637-2, level 2; DC supply surge voltage test.
◼ Modbus RS485 port: Allows the control to
◼ Power Start control and generator sets are designed
communicate with external devices such as
and manufactured in ISO 9001 certified facilities.
PLCs using Modbus protocol.
WARRANTY
◼ PC tool interface: This RS-485 communication
port allows the control to communicate with a All components and subsystems are covered by an
personal computer running InPowerTM software. express limited one year warranty. Other optional and
extended factory warranties and local distributor
◼ Note — An RS-485 or USB to RS-232 converter maintenance agreements are available.
is required for communication between control
and PC.

SOFTWARE

InPower (beyond 11.5.2.0 version) is a PC-based

software service tool that is designed to directly
communicate to Power Start generator sets and
transfer switches, to facilitate service and
monitoring of these products.

CERTIFICATIONS

PowerStart meets or exceeds the requirements of

the following codes and standards: PowerStart 600 control operator /display panel

FIELD CONTROL INTERFACE

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 Rating definitions
Standby:
Applicable for supplying power to varying electrical
load for the duration of power interruption of a
reliable utility source. Emergency Standby Power
(ESP) is in accordance with ISO 8528. Fuel Stop
power in accordance with ISO 3046, AS 2789, DIN
6271 and
BS 5514.
Prime (Unlimited Running Time):
Applicable for supplying power in lieu of
commercially purchased power. Prime power is the
maximum power available at a variable load for an
unlimited number of hours. A 10% overload
capability is available for limited time. (Equivalent to
Prime Power in accordance with ISO8528 and
Overload Power in accordance with ISO3046,
AS2789, and DIN6271). This rating is not applicable This outline drawing is to provide representative
to all generator set models. configuration details for Model series only.
Base Load (Continuous):
Applicable for supplying power continuously to a See respective model data sheet for specific model outline
constant load up to the full output rating for unlimited drawing number.
hours. No sustained overload capability is available
for this rating. Consult authorized distributor for Do not use for installation design
rating. (Equivalent to Continuous Power in
accordance with ISO8528, ISO3046, AS2789, and
DIN6271). This rating is not applicable to all
generator set models.

Open Enclosed
Model Length “A” Width “B” Height “C” Dry Wt.* Length “A” Width “B” Height “C” Dry Wt.*
mm mm mm kg mm mm mm kg
2270 975 1920 1236
C44 D5e 2050 967 1510 922
2276** 973** 1793** 1202**
2270 975 1920 1236
C55 D5e 2050 967 1510 922 ** ** **
2276 973 1793 1230**
2270 975 1920 1423
C66 D5e 2050 967 1510 1019 ** ** **
2276 973 1793 1300**
2270 975 1920 1326
C40 D6e 2050 967 1510 922
2276** 973** 1793** 1202**
2270 975 1920 1353
C50 D6e 2050 967 1510 949
2276** 973** 1793** 1230**
2270 975 1920 1423
C60 D6e 2050 967 1510 1019 ** ** **
2276 973 1793 1300**
2270 975 1920 1236
C44 D5L 2050 967 1510 922
2276** 973** 1793** 1202**
2270 975 1920 1236
C55 D5L 2050 967 1510 922
2276** 973** 1793** 1230**
2270 975 1920 1423
C66 D5L 2050 967 1510 1019
2276** 973** 1793** 1300**

*Note: Weights represent a set with standard features. See outline drawings for weights of other configurations.
**
Note: Weights and dimensions are for Chassis lifting arrangement option.

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 Codes and standards
This generator set is designed in
The 50 Hz generator sets are
facilities certified to ISO 9001 and
available with CE certification as an
manufactured in facilities certified to
option.
ISO 9001 or ISO 9002.
All enclosed products are designed This generator set has been
2000/14/EC to meet or exceed EU noise ISO 8528 designed to comply with ISO 8528
legislation 2000/14/EC step 2006. regulation.

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