DSLC™ Digital Synchronizer and Load Control: Installation and Operation Manual

Installation and Operation Manual
DSLC™
Digital Synchronizer and Load Control
Manual 02007 (Revision D)
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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.
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Manual 02007 DSLC Digital Synchronizer and Load Control
Contents
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE AWARENESS ................................................. IV

CHAPTER 1. GENERAL INFORMATION ........................................................... 1
Introduction .............................................................................................................1
Application ..............................................................................................................1
Synchronizer...........................................................................................................1
Load Control ...........................................................................................................2
Process Control (full function models) ...................................................................3
VAR/PF Control (full function models)....................................................................3
Manual Organization ..............................................................................................4
CHAPTER 2. INSTALLATION ........................................................................ 12
Introduction ...........................................................................................................12
Unpacking.............................................................................................................12
Location ................................................................................................................12
Installation ............................................................................................................12
Electrical Connections ..........................................................................................12
Shielded Wiring ....................................................................................................13
Power Supply .......................................................................................................13
Bus Potential Transformers ..................................................................................14
Generator Potential Transformers ........................................................................14
Generator Current Transformers ..........................................................................14
Discrete Outputs ...................................................................................................15
Discrete Inputs......................................................................................................16
LonWorks® Network .............................................................................................18
Speed Control Output ...........................................................................................18
Analog Voltage Regulator Output.........................................................................18
Process Control Input ...........................................................................................19
Remote Load Setting Input ...................................................................................19
Installation Checkout Procedure ..........................................................................20
CHAPTER 3. CALIBRATION AND ADJUSTMENT ............................................ 21
Introduction ...........................................................................................................21
Using the Hand Held Programmer .......................................................................21
Menu (Set Point) Descriptions..............................................................................27
Prestart Setup Procedure .....................................................................................40
DSLC Control Adjustments ..................................................................................41
Synchronizer Adjustment .....................................................................................43
Voltage Matching Adjustment...............................................................................47
Load Control Adjustment ......................................................................................49
Process Control Adjustment .................................................................................55
VAR/PF Control Adjustments ...............................................................................57
Conclusion of Setup Procedures ..........................................................................59
CHAPTER 4. SYNCHRONIZER DESCRIPTION ................................................ 60
Introduction ...........................................................................................................60
Functional Description ..........................................................................................60
CHAPTER 5. REAL POWER CONTROL DESCRIPTION ................................... 66
Introduction ...........................................................................................................66
Power Sensor Theory of Operation ......................................................................66
Load Sensor Hardware Description .....................................................................67
Power System Management Concepts ................................................................67
Automatic Generator Loading Functions..............................................................71
Automatic Load Control Applications ...................................................................72
Reverse Power Relay Description .......................................................................75
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Contents
CHAPTER 6. VAR/POWER FACTOR CONTROL DESCRIPTION .......................76

Introduction ...........................................................................................................76
VAR Control ..........................................................................................................76
Power Factor Control............................................................................................76
Power Factor Sharing ...........................................................................................77
CHAPTER 7. PROCESS CONTROL DESCRIPTION ..........................................78
Introduction ...........................................................................................................78
Description ............................................................................................................78
CHAPTER 8. ECHELON LONWORKS® NETWORK..........................................80
Introduction ...........................................................................................................80
Remote Metering ..................................................................................................81
Remote Control Inputs..........................................................................................84
Specifications .......................................................................................................84
CHAPTER 9. TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................85
Introduction ...........................................................................................................85
Bench Tests ..........................................................................................................85
LonWorks Network ...............................................................................................89
CHAPTER 10. SERVICE OPTIONS ................................................................94
Product Service Options .......................................................................................94
Woodward Factory Servicing Options ..................................................................95
Returning Equipment for Repair ...........................................................................96
Replacement Parts ...............................................................................................96
Engineering Services............................................................................................97
How to Contact Woodward ...................................................................................97
Technical Assistance ............................................................................................98
APPENDIX A. DSLC CONTROL SETUP WORKSHEET ...................................99
Synchronizer Menu 1............................................................................................99
Load Control Menu 2 ............................................................................................99
Process Control Menu 3 .................................................................................... 100
VAR/Power Factor Control Menu 4 ................................................................... 101
Configuration Menu 5 ........................................................................................ 102
APPENDIX B. DSLC CONTROL SPECIFICATIONS .......................................103
DSLC Control Part Numbers ............................................................................. 103
Electrical Specifications ..................................................................................... 104
Environmental Specifications ............................................................................ 105
APPENDIX C. PART NUMBER CHANGES ....................................................106
DSLC™ CONTROL MENU SUMMARY........................................................107
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Illustrations and Tables
Figure 1-1a. DSLC Control (wye version shown) ...................................................5

Figure 1-1b. DSLC Control Dimensions (wye version shown) ...............................6
Figure 1-2. Hand Held Programmer .......................................................................7
Figure 1-3a. DSLC Plant Wiring Diagram ..............................................................8
Figure 1-3b. DSLC Plant Wiring Diagram ..............................................................9
Figure 1-3c. DSLC Plant Wiring Diagram ............................................................10
Figure 1-4. Control Options ..................................................................................11
Figure 2-1. Temporary Wiring for Transformer Phase Correction .......................15
Figure 2-2. DSLC Control in a Parallel Bus/Utility Parallel Application ................19
Figure 3-1. Hand Held Programmer Functions ....................................................22
Figure 4-1. Synchronizer Block Diagram .............................................................61
Figure 4-2. Synchronizer Wiring Diagrams (wye and open delta) .......................62
Figure 4-3. Synchronizer Block Schematic ..........................................................64
Figure 5-1. Droop Mode .......................................................................................68
Figure 5-2. Isochronous Mode .............................................................................69
Figure 5-3. Droop/Isochronous Load Sharing ......................................................70
Figure 5-4. Isochronous Load Sharing .................................................................71
Figure 5-5. Load Control Plant Wiring Diagrams (wye and open delta) ..............73
Figure 5-6. Reverse Power Trip ...........................................................................75
Figure 7-1. Process Control Block Diagram .........................................................79
Figure 8-1. Typical LON Setup .............................................................................80
Table 9-1. System Troubleshooting .....................................................................92
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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
Introduction
This manual describes the Woodward DSLC™ Digital Synchronizer and Load
Control, both full and reduced function models (see Figure 1-1). The reduced
function models do not include the VAR/Power Factor Control or the Process
Control.
Application
The DSLC control is a microprocessor-based generator load control designed for
use with a Woodward speed control and an automatic voltage regulator to
provide synchronizing, paralleling, loading, and unloading of three-phase
generator sets. All transitions between DSLC functions are coordinated to
provide smooth operation.
DSLC functions include:

• Selectable for phase matching or slip frequency synchronizing with voltage
matching and automatic dead bus closure capability;
• Automatic generator loading and unloading for bumpless load transfer;
• Droop, base load, and isochronous load control capability;
• Process control for cogeneration, import/export, pressure control, or other
processes;
• Isochronous load sharing with other sets equipped with DSLC controls;
• VAR or power factor (PF) control (full function models only);
• Built in diagnostics;
• Multi-function adjustable high and low limit alarms and load switch with relay
driver outputs;
• Digital communications network to provide load sharing, VAR/PF sharing,
and other information exchange between controls;
• Full setup, metering, and diagnostic capability through a hand held
programmer terminal (Figure 1-2);
• Reverse power relay.
Synchronizer
The DSLC control uses digital signal processing techniques to derive both true
RMS voltages and relative phase of the fundamental frequencies of the bus and
generator voltage wave forms. Digital signal processing techniques offer
significantly improved measurement accuracy in the presence of wave form
distortions, particularly since the phase measurement does not depend on zero
crossings of the wave forms.
Either phase matching or slip frequency synchronizing may be selected. Phase

matching provides rapid synchronizing for critical standby power applications.
Slip frequency synchronizing guarantees that initial power flow is out of the
machine for larger generators. For both synchronizing methods, the DSLC
control uses actual slip frequency and breaker delay values to anticipate a
minimum phase difference between bus and generator at actual breaker closure.
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The DSLC control provides a safe automatic dead-bus closure function. Dead-
bus closing permission is granted to only one DSLC control through locking
techniques done over the communications network. This assures that a race
condition will not cause two or more breakers to close simultaneously on the
dead bus.
Additional synchronizer features include voltage matching, time delayed

automatic multi-shot reclosing, auto-resynchronizing, and a synchronizer timeout
alarm. Each of these features may be enabled or disabled during setup.
Load Control
The load control uses digital signal processing techniques to provide significantly
improved accuracy and speed of response over conventional analog
measurement techniques. Accuracy is improved because the instantaneous
measurement of the voltage and current signal wave forms allows true RMS
measurement. Measuring true RMS power allows optimal load control in parallel
applications even in the presence of power line distortions. This method provides
faster response time because it eliminates the long integration times required
with analog circuits.
Load control begins at breaker closure when the load control function takes
control of the DSLC speed bias output directly from the synchronizer. The
matching of synchronizer slip frequency to initial load (unload trip level) can
result in a bumpless transfer to load control. On command, the adjustable ramp
allows smooth, time-controlled loading into base load, isochronous load sharing,
or process control. A ramp pause switch input allows holding of the load ramp for
warm-up or other purposes.
The base load control is selectable as either a proportional or integrating

controller. The proportional control provides smooth, stable control of load for
operation in parallel with frequency-stable systems. The integrating base load
control provides accurate load control when in parallel with a bus where
frequency may vary. The DSLC control provides switch inputs to allow raising or
lowering the internal digital base load reference. The control also provides a
4–20 mA (or 1–5 Vdc) analog input for remote load setting, if desired.
When unloading, an adjustable unload ramp provides time controlled unloading

to the unload trip level. When load reaches the unload trip level, the control
issues a breaker open command to separate the generator set from the system.
The ramp pause switch input is in effect while unloading to allow holding of the
unload ramp for cool-down or other purposes.
The load and unload ramps also provide smooth transition between base load,
isochronous load sharing, and process control any time the operating mode is
changed.
The DSLC control includes several additional load control features:

• Simple load droop operation provides safe operation in parallel bus
applications in the event of a circuit breaker aux contact failure;
• A frequency trimmer function provides accurate frequency control in
isochronous load sharing systems by compensating for small variations in
speed setting between units;
• Adjustable load switch output with independent pick-up and drop-out points
provides a signal when the specified load is exceeded. The load switch
output can be selected as a reverse power trip.
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• Load raise and lower inputs can be used to adjust speed before
synchronizing.
• Voltage raise and lower inputs can be used to adjust voltage before
synchronizing.
Process Control (full function models)

A cascade PID process controller is provided for cogeneration, import/export
control, pond level maintenance, pressure maintenance, or other application. An
adjustable bandwidth signal input filter, flexible PID controller adjustments, an
adjustable deadband, and control selectable for direct or indirect action, allow the
process control to be used in a wide variety of applications.
A 4–20 mA (or 1–5 Vdc) process transmitter provides the process signal to the
DSLC control. The control includes an internal digital process reference which
may be controlled by raise and lower switch contact inputs or by an external
4–20 mA (or 1–5 Vdc) remote process reference. The output of the process
control provides the cascade load reference to the base load control.
Adjustable ramps allow smooth entry to or exit from the process control mode.
When the process control mode is selected, an adjustable ramp moves the load
reference in a direction to reduce the process control error. When the error is
minimized, or the reference first reaches either the specified high or low load
pick-up limits, the process controller is activated. When a limit is reached, the
control will hold the load reference at that limit until process control is obtained.
When unloading from the process control, an adjustable unload ramp provides
time controlled unloading to the unload trip level. When load reaches the unload
trip level, the DSLC control automatically issues a breaker open command to
remove the generator set from the system. The ramp pause switch input allows
holding of the unload ramp for cool-down or other purposes.
Additional functions include selectable and adjustable process high and low limit
switches and alarm activation.
VAR/PF Control (full function models)

The VAR/PF functions control the reactive power component of the generator in
parallel systems. In an infinite bus system, the controller compares either the
kVAR load or power factor (selectable) on the generator with an adjustable
internal reference and makes corrections to the voltage regulator until the
desired kVAR load or power factor is obtained. For higher performance, an
analog output can be directly connected to compatible voltage regulators with
analog voltage setting input. The control has raise and lower voltage discrete
inputs for manual voltage adjustment. The control also has raise and lower
contact outputs to activate a voltage regulator MOP when an analog input is not
provided on the AVR.
The DSLC control provides power factor sharing between units for isolated bus
or isochronous parallel systems. The control computes an average power factor
for the system and uses it as the reference input to the power factor controller.
The control includes an adjustable voltage reference and voltage trim function in
the sharing function to maintain system voltage at the desired level.
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The DSLC control has a selectable voltage range alarm which is activated if the
analog output to the voltage regulator reaches high or low saturation. The DSLC
control also has selectable and adjustable high and low voltage limit switches
and alarm outputs.
Manual Organization
See page iv for important electrostatic discharge awareness information. The
DSLC control is an electronic device containing sensitive components. While the
control is designed for safe handling in the industrial environment, certain
precautions must be observed during handling and shipping.
Chapter 2 covers DSLC control installation and wiring, including each major
group of connections, along with any special instructions.
Chapter 3 covers DSLC control configuration, setup, and adjustment. The

chapter explains the purpose of each set point and recommended initial value.
Chapters 4 through 7 explain the major functions of automatic synchronizing,

load control, process control, and kVAR and power factor control.
Chapter 8 describes the Echelon Local Operating Network (LON) used by the
DSLC control to communicate between units.
Chapter 9 provides a troubleshooting guide. Due to extensive built-in diagnostics,

DSLC control installation may be tested and verified quickly.
Chapter 10 describes how to return a control to Woodward in the event of

damage or failure of an internal component.
At the end of the manual is a setup work sheet that provides a guide to setup and
a place to record setup values for future reference.
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Figure 1-1a. DSLC Control (wye version shown)

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Figure 1-1b. DSLC Control Dimensions (wye version shown)
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Figure 1-2. Hand Held Programmer
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Figure 1-3a. DSLC Plant Wiring Diagram

(for 120/240 V wye switch gear configurations)
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Figure 1-3b. DSLC Plant Wiring Diagram

(for 120 V open delta switch gear configurations)
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Figure 1-3c. DSLC Plant Wiring Diagram

(for 240 V open delta switch gear configurations)
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Figure 1-4. Control Options

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Chapter 2.
Installation
Introduction
This chapter provides the general information for site selection, installation, and
wiring of the DSLC™ control.
Unpacking
Before unpacking the control, refer to the inside front cover of this manual for
WARNINGS and CAUTIONS. Be careful when unpacking the control. Check for
signs of damage such as bent or dented panels, scratches, loose or broken
parts. If any damage is found, immediately notify the shipper.
Location
When selecting a location for mounting the DSLC control, consider the following:
• Protect the unit from direct exposure to water or to a condensation-prone
environment.
• The continuous operating range of the DSLC control is –40 to +70 °C (–40
to +158 °F).
• Provide adequate ventilation for cooling. Shield the unit from radiant heat
sources.
• Do not install near high-voltage, high-current devices.
• Allow adequate space in front of the unit for servicing.
• Do not install where objects can be dropped on the terminals.
• Ground the chassis for proper safety and shielding.
• The control must NOT be mounted on the engine.
Installation
Select a mounting location for the DSLC control (see considerations above).
Locate and drill six (6) holes for mounting hardware (not furnished; see Figure
1-1 for locations). Tap the holes for machine screws or bolts. Install the unit and
secure with the mounting hardware.
Electrical Connections
This section covers typical wiring connections, as shown in Figure 1-3. For other
applications, contact Woodward for assistance.
Connect the terminals as shown in Figure 1-3. When making the connections,
observe the following:
• Make all connections using insulated terminals. Use 0.5 mm² (20 AWG) or
larger stranded wire.
• Make sure that all wires shown as shielded on the wiring diagram are
stranded, twisted-pair, shielded wire.
• Do not place shielded wires in the same cable conduits with high-voltage or
high-current carrying cables.
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• Connect the cable shields to chassis ground. Shields are grounded at the
control end only for inputs and at the speed control and voltage regulator
end for outputs.
• Make sure that cable shields are carried through all intermediate terminal
blocks from signal source to signal termination.
• Do not subject any wiring to temperatures above 100 °C (212 °F).
• Avoid kinks or sharp bends in the wiring. Make sure that all connections are
tight.
For additional wiring information, see Woodward manual 25070, Electronic

Control Installation Guide.
Install and wire the other units and actuators in your system using instructions in
applicable manuals.
Shielded Wiring
All shielded cable must be twisted conductor pairs. Do not attempt to tin the braided
shield. All signal lines should be shielded to prevent picking up stray signals from
adjacent equipment. 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. See Woodward application note
50532, Interference Control in 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.
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 the shield is the braided type,
twist it to prevent fraying.
4. Remove 6 mm (1/4 inch) of insulation from the inner conductors.
5. Connect wiring and shield as shown in plant wiring diagram.
Installations with severe electromagnetic interference (EMI) may require

additional shielding precautions, such as wire run in conduit or double shielding.
Contact Woodward for more information.
Power Supply
The DSLC control requires a nominal voltage source of 18 to 40 Vdc, 18 W.
Power to the control should be maintained whenever the generator set is
available for service.
CAUTION—APPLY POWER
Power must be applied to the DSLC control at least 15 seconds prior to
expected use. The control must have time to do its power up diagnostics
and establish its location in the local area network to become operational.
Failure of the diagnostics will disable control function and de-energize
(activate) the alarm relay.
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Power supply output must be of a low impedance type for proper operation of the
control. DO NOT power a control from a high voltage source containing dropping
resistors and zener diodes. If batteries are used for operating power, an
alternator or other battery charging device is necessary to maintain a stable
supply voltage.
Run power supply leads directly from the power source to the control, connecting
the negative (neutral) lead to terminal 1, and the positive lead (line) to terminal 2.
DO NOT POWER OTHER DEVICES WITH LEADS COMMON TO THE
CONTROL. Avoid long wire lengths.
CAUTION—DO NOT APPLY POWER

Do NOT apply power to the control at this time. Applying power may damage
the DSLC control.
NOTES
The DSLC control receives its current and voltage input signals from
standard metering current transformers (CTs) and potential transformers
(PTs). The selection of these PTs and CTs will have an effect on
synchronizer voltage and phase matching and load sensing accuracy.
Identical potential transformers should be used for the generator and bus
voltages. CTs should provide 5 amperes RMS at full load for best
performance of the system.
The following sections describe the potential connections for the

synchronizer and power sensor functions. Various DSLC controls have been
designed to accommodate PTs wired in 120 Vac wye, 240 Vac wye, 120 Vac
open delta, and 240 Vac open delta. Contact your local authorized distributor
or Woodward for the latest DSLC control part numbers (Appendix B shows
part numbers as of publication date of this manual).
Bus Potential Transformers

The synchronizer potential input on the DSLC control is connected to the
secondary of 120 or 240 Vac potential transformers. The bus phase A must
correspond to phase A of the generator as wired to the load sensor. See Figure
1-3 for bus potential transformer wiring. Bus phase rotation must correspond to
the generator rotation for proper synchronizer operation.
Generator Potential Transformers

The generator potential inputs on the DSLC control are connected to the
secondary of 120 or 240 Vac potential transformers. Generator phase rotation
must correspond to the bus rotation for proper synchronizer operation. See
Figure 1-3 for generator potential transformer wiring.
Generator Current Transformers

The generator current inputs on the DSLC control are connected to the output of
current transformers, which in turn is placed around one conductor of one phase
of the generator circuit being monitored.
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For proper operation, it is important that the current transformers be connected
correctly. This means that the corresponding phase current transformer and
potential transformer must be connected to the same phase terminals on the
DSLC control, and that the correct polarity be observed.
WARNING—ELECTRIC SHOCK
Because of the risk of fatal electric shock, never disconnect any wire
attached to generator current transformer terminals 13 through 18 when the
engine is running unless a shorting terminal block and temporary 1 ohm, 5
watt resistors are installed as shown in as shown in Figure 2-1.
Discrete Outputs
The discrete outputs are the relay driver output commands from the DSLC
control. Each optically isolated discrete output is designed as a low side driver
capable of sinking a maximum of 200 mA. The use of drivers allows the user to
supply relays of a contact rating appropriate for the application.
Figure 2-1. Temporary Wiring for Transformer Phase Correction
Discrete outputs require approximately 10 mA at 24 Vdc to power. The discrete

outputs should be powered by the same voltage source as control power.
Connect the 24 Vdc common (–) to terminal 19, and +24 Vdc to terminal 20. The
+24 Vdc is also routed through the appropriate external relay coil to the discrete
output.
Each discrete output contains a diode to suppress the fly-back spikes occurring
when a relay coil is de-energized. For optimum EMI suppression, however, we
recommend the use of relays with self-contained suppression diodes.
Circuit Breaker Relays

Make connections from the breaker close relay coil to terminal 21 and breaker
open relay coil to terminal 22 of the control as shown in Figure 1-3. The breaker
open relay is normally energized. It de-energizes to open the breaker.
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Voltage Matching Relays

Optional voltage matching relays are connected to the raise and lower inputs on
the voltage regulator MOP (motorized potentiometer). Do not attempt to drive
MOP inputs directly with discrete outputs. Make the connections as shown in
Figure 1-3 as required to terminals 23 and 24 of the control.
Load Management Relays

The DSLC control provides three relay drivers for connection to customer-
supplied relays for load management. These drivers include an adjustable set
point load switch and high and low limit switches that are user-selectable as
adjustable load switches or as alarm indicators for reaching other high and low
limits. Make the connections as shown in Figure 1-3 as required to terminals 25,
26 and 27 of the control.
NOTE
If the load switch (terminal 25) is enabled as a reverse power trip, the load
switch is disabled.
Alarm Relay
Make the alarm relay connection as shown in Figure 1-3 to terminal 28 of the
control. Alarm conditions are selectable by the user.
Discrete Inputs
The discrete inputs are the switch input commands to the DSLC control. Discrete
inputs are optically isolated from the control and require 10 mA at 24 Vdc each to
activate. Discrete inputs may be powered by the same source as control power.
All contacts used in the discrete circuits should be the isolated dry contact type to
work properly with the low currents used in these circuits.
Connect the 24 Vdc supply common () to terminal 43. Route +24 Vdc through the
appropriate external contact to the discrete input.
Synchronizer Mode Switch

The synchronizer mode switch (single-pole, four-position) controls the operating
mode of the synchronizer. The switch must be wired to terminals 44, 45, and 46,
as shown in Figure 1-3. The four positions are Off, Check mode, Permissive
mode, and Run mode. When the switch is off, the synchronizer is out of
operation.
CB Aux Contact
Connect circuit breaker auxiliary (CB Aux) contacts that open and close when the
generator breaker opens and closes. Wire the breaker auxiliary contacts in
series between the +24 Vdc voltage source and terminal 47 of the DSLC control.
Wire an isochronous/droop switch in series with the circuit breaker auxiliary
contacts if both isochronous and droop operation are required (closed for
isochronous and open for droop; see Figure 1-3).
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Generator Voltage Adjustment Contacts

The generator voltage adjustment contact inputs allow manual voltage
adjustment by operating a motorized potentiometer with the voltage raise and
lower discrete outputs or by the voltage bias output tied directly to the voltage
regulator. The analog voltage adjustment input may be used for voltage setting
rather than a motorized potentiometer. Closing both voltage raise and lower
contacts enables the VAR/PF control function (available on full-function models).
Wire the voltage raise and lower switch contacts in series between the +24 Vdc
voltage source and terminals 48 and 49 of the DSLC control. If a separate switch
to enable the VAR/PF control is installed, wire a double-pole, double-throw
switch with one contact in parallel with the voltage raise switch contact and the
other contact in parallel with the voltage lower switch contact to simultaneously
select both the raise and lower voltage inputs.
Load Control Mode Contacts

The load control mode is determined by the status of the CB Aux contact input
(terminal 47), the Base Load contact input (terminal 50), and the Load/Unload
contact inputs (terminal 51). The status of these three contact inputs determines
the five load control operating modes:
CB Aux Base Load Load/Unload

Mode Contact Contact Contact
Droop open open/closed open/closed
Isochronous Load Sharing closed open open
(at unload trip)
Isochronous Load Sharing closed open closed
Base Load (at unload trip) closed closed open
Base Load (infinite bus systems) closed closed closed
Refer to the load control section of this manual for sequencing information.
Ramp Pause Contact

Connect the load ramp pause switch contact to terminal 52. When this contact is
closed, any load/unload ramps are held at their current setting until the contact is
opened.
Raise and Lower Load Contacts

Connect a center off, double pole double throw switch to the Raise and Lower
Load inputs, terminals 53 and 54. If the remote reference will be used, install a
second double pole double throw switch to simultaneously select both the Raise
and Lower inputs.
Process Control Mode Contact

If the DSLC control will be used as a process control (available on full-function
models), connect a switch from +24 Vdc to the Process Control discrete input,
terminal 55. When this contact is closed, load is controlled at a level required to
maintain the required analog Process Input.
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LonWorks® Network
Proper LonWorks® * network wiring geometry is critical to assure that the
network (and thus the power generation system) operates correctly (see Chapter
8 for LonWorks network specifications). Figure 2-2 illustrates a typical DSLC
system. The system may include other LonWorks-compatible devices, such as
an MSLC (Master Synchronizer and Load Control) or Gateway, in addition to the
DSLC controls. The following requirements must be met:
*—LonWorks is a trademark of Echelon Corporation
1. Use only recommended shielded twisted pair cabling for the LonWorks
network. Correct cable is available from Woodward, Belden, or other
suppliers providing an equivalent cable.
Woodward part number 2008-349
Belden
PO Box 1980
Richmond, IN 47375
(317) 983-5200
Belden Part
Number Description
9207 PVC 20 AWG shielded. NEC Type CL2, CSA Cert. PCC FT 1.
89207 Teflon 20 AWG shielded, Plenum version. NEC Type CMP, CSA
Cert. FT 4.
YR28867 PVC 22 AWG shielded.
YQ28863 Plenum 22 AWG shielded.
2. Maximum cable length for a LonWorks 1.25 Mbps network is 500 m (1640
ft).
3. Stubs, or wiring drops, connecting intermediate devices to the main cable

are limited to 300 mm in length.
4. Shields must be carried through all breakout boxes to provide a continuous

shield throughout the network.
5. The network must be properly terminated at each end of the cable. Internal
components are provided in all Woodward DSLC, MSLC, or LonWorks-
compatible synchronizers which provide proper network termination with
installation of a jumper on the controls at each end of the cable.
Intermediate nodes should not have the termination jumper installed.
Speed Control Output

Make connections to the DSLC control terminals as shown in Figure 1-3.
Connect the cable shields to ground at the speed control end only. Connect to
the aux input on speed controls or the load sharing line input on load sharing and
speed controls.
Analog Voltage Regulator Output

Make connections to the DSLC control terminals as shown in Figure 1-3.
Connect the cable shields at the voltage regulator end only. Best performance is
obtained when the voltage regulator used has an auxiliary dc voltage input.
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Figure 2-2. DSLC Control in a Parallel Bus/Utility Parallel Application
Process Control Input

To avoid ground loop problems and resulting poor control performance, the
process transmitter should have an isolated output. If the process transmitter is
not isolated, we recommend installation of a loop isolator. A number of
manufacturers offer 20 mA loop isolators. Consult Woodward for further
information.
Make connections from the process transmitter to the DSLC control terminals as
shown in Figure 1-3. For a 4–20 mA transmitter, a jumper must be installed
across terminals 37 and 38. For a 1–5 Vdc transmitter, the jumper should not be
installed. Connect the cable shields to ground at the DSLC control end only.
Remote Load Setting Input

To avoid ground loop problems and resulting poor control performance, the
remote load setting transmitter should have an isolated output. If the transmitter
is not isolated, we recommend installation of a loop isolator. A number of
manufacturers offer 20 mA loop isolators. Consult Woodward for further
information.
Make connections from the load setting transmitter to the DSLC control terminals
as shown in Figure 1-3. For a 4–20 mA transmitter, a jumper must be installed
across terminals 34 and 35. For a 1–5 Vdc transmitter, the jumper should not be
installed. Connect the cable shields at the DSLC control end only.
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Installation Checkout Procedure

When the installation is complete as described in this chapter, do the following
checkout procedure before beginning the calibration and adjustments in the next
chapter.
1. Check for correct wiring in accordance with the wiring diagram, Figure 1-3.
2. Check for broken terminals and loose terminal screws.
3. Check for shield faults by measuring the resistance from control terminals to
chassis. If a resistance less than infinite is obtained, remove the
connections from each terminal one at a time until the resistance is infinite.
Check the line that was last removed to locate the fault.
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Chapter 3.
Calibration and Adjustment
Introduction
Because of the variety of installations, plus system and component tolerances,
the DSLC™ control must be tuned to each system for optimum performance.
This chapter contains information on control calibration. It includes initial

prestart-up and start-up settings and adjustments.
Using the Hand Held Programmer

The Hand Held Programmer is a small computer terminal that gets its power
from the DSLC control. The terminal connects to the RS-422 Diagnostics and
Service Port on the control. Firmly seat the connector on the terminal into J1.
The programmer does a power-up self-test whenever it is plugged into the

control. When the self-test is complete, the screen will be blank. Press the ID key
to display the part number and revision level of the software in the control. Refer
to this number and revision level in any correspondence with Woodward.
The programmer screen is a four-line, backlighted LCD display. The display

permits you to look at two separate functions or menu items at the same time.
Use the “Up/Down Arrow” key to toggle between the two displayed items (the
first letter of the active menu item will blink).
The programmer keys do the following functions (see Figure 3-1):

(left arrow) Not used.
(right arrow) Not used.
(up/down arrow) Toggles between the two displayed items (the first letter of the
active menu item will blink).
(up arrow) Moves backward through each menu, one step at a time.
(down arrow) Advances through each menu, one step at a time.
(turtle up) Increases the displayed set point value slowly.
(turtle down) Decreases the displayed set point value slowly.
(rabbit up) Increases the displayed set point value quickly.
(rabbit down) Decreases the displayed set point value quickly.
(minus) Not used.
+ (plus) Not used.
(solid square) Blanks the display.
ID Displays the DSLC control software part number and revision level.
ESC Not used.
SAVE Saves entered values (set points).
BKSP Not used.
SPACE Not used.
ENTER Not used.
= (equals) Not used.
x (decimal) Used to retrieve current network status (see Menu 8 description)
1 Selects Menu 1.
2 Selects Menu 2.
3 Selects Menu 3.
4 Selects Menu 4.
5 Selects Menu 5.
6 Selects Menu 6.
7 Selects Menu 7.
8 Selects Menu 8.
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9 Selects Menu 9.
0 Selects Menu 0.
Figure 3-1. Hand Held Programmer Functions
The DSLC control set points or adjustments are arranged in ten menus. You
access these menus with the 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 0 (zero) keys. Pressing
the appropriate key selects the first item on each menu. To step through the
menu, use the “Up Arrow” and “Down Arrow” keys. The “Down Arrow” key
advances through the menu and the “Up Arrow” key moves backward through
the menu. The menus are continuous; that is, pressing the “Down Arrow” key at
the last menu item takes the menu to the first item, or pressing the “Up Arrow”
key at the beginning of the menu takes the menu to the last item.
To adjust a set point, use the “Turtle Up” or the “Rabbit Up” keys to increase the
value, and the “Turtle Down” or “Rabbit Down” keys to decrease the value. The
“Rabbit Up” and “Rabbit Down” keys will make the rate of change faster than the
“Turtle Up” and “Turtle Down” keys. This is useful during initial setup where a
value may need to be changed significantly.
When a monitor set point is selected, the control will update the selected value
automatically once a second.
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Finally, use the “SAVE” key to save entered values. After you are satisfied with
all entries and adjustments, press the “SAVE” key to transfer all new set point
values into EEPROM memory. The EEPROM retains all set points when power
is removed from the control.
CAUTION—SAVE SET POINTS

To prevent possible damage to the engine resulting from improper control
settings, make sure you save the set points before removing power from the
control. Failure to save the set points before removing power from the
control causes them to revert to the previously saved settings.
The control ignores all other keys on the Hand Held Programmer.
Min. Max. Initial Dimen-

Name Value Value Value sion
Menu 1—Synchronizer
1. Sync Gain 0.01 100.0 0.10
2. Sync Stability 0.00 20.00 1.00 seconds
3. Slip Frequency Ref 0.00 0.25 0.05 Hz
4. Slip Window 0.00 1.00 0.05 Hz
5. Max Phase Window 2 20 10 degrees
6. Voltage Matching Enabled/Disabled Enabled
7. Voltage Window 0.0 10.0 1.0 %
8. Dead-bus Closure Enabled/Disabled Disabled
9. Breaker Delay 0.00 2.00 0.10 seconds
10. CB Close Hold Time 0.0 5.00 1.0 seconds
11. Close Attempts 1 20 1
12. Reclose Delay 1 1000 20 seconds
13. Sync Reclose Alarm Enabled/Disabled Enabled
14. Sync Timeout 0 1000 0 seconds
15. Sync Timeout Alarm Enabled/Disabled Disabled
16. Auto Re-Synchronize Enabled/Disabled Disabled
Menu 2—Load Control

1. Load Control Gain 0.0001 100.0000 0.2500
2. Load Stability 0.00 20.00 1.00 seconds
3. Load Derivative 0.00 20.00 0.00 seconds
4. Load Control Mode Integrating/Proportional Proportional
5. Load Control Filter 0.1 10.0 1.0 Hz
6. Loadshare Gain 0.10 2.00 0.72
7. Frequency Trimmer Enabled/Disabled Disabled
8. Rated Load 0 30 000 1000 kW
9. Base Load 0 30 000 1000 kW
10. Unload Trip 0 30 000 0 kW
11. Load Droop 0.0 100 5.0 %
12. Load Time 1 7200 20 seconds
13. Unload Time 1 7200 20 seconds
14. Raise Load Rate 0.01 100.00 1.00 %/sec
15. Lower Load Rate 0.01 100.00 1.00 %/sec
16. 4mA Remote Load 0 30 000 0.0 W,kW,MW
17. 20mA Remote Load 0 30 000 1000 W,kW,MW
18. High Limit PU 0 30 000 1000 W,kW,MW
19. High Limit DO 0 30 000 900 W,kW,MW
20. High Limit Alarm Enabled/Disabled Disabled
21. Low Limit PU 30 000 30 000 10 W,kW,MW
22. Low Limit DO 30 000 30 000 10 W,kW,MW
23. Low Limit Alarm Enabled/Disabled Disabled
24. Load Limit Switches Enabled/Disabled Disabled
25. Load Switch PU 30 000 30 000 300 W,kW,MW
26. Load Switch DO 30 000 30 000 200 W,kW,MW
27. Reverse Power Trip Enabled/Disabled Disabled
28. Instant Reverse Power 50.0 1.0 10 % load
29. Rev Pwr Time Delay 0.1 20.0 20.0 seconds
30. Reverse Power Level 50.0 1.0 1.0 % load
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Menu 3—Process Control
1. Process Control Gain 0.0001 100.0000 0.1000
2. Process Stability 0.00 20.00 1.00 seconds
3. Process Derivative 0.00 20.00 0.00 seconds
4. Process Deadband 0.00 20.00 0.10 mA
5. Process Droop 0.0 100.0 0.0 %
6. Process Filter 0.1 5.0 1.0 Hz
7. Process Reference 0.0 20.0 12.0 mA
8. Raise Reference Rate 0.01 20.00 0.10 mA/sec
9. Lower Reference Rate 0.01 20.00 0.10 mA/sec
10. High Limit PU 0.0 25.0 15.0 mA
11. High Limit DO 0.0 25.0 15.0 mA
12. High Limit Alarm Enabled/Disabled Disabled
13. Low Limit PU 0.0 25.0 10.0 mA
14. Low Limit DO 0.0 25.0 10.0 mA
15. Low Limit Alarm Enabled/Disabled Disabled
16. Process Switches Enabled/Disabled Disabled
Menu 4—VAR/Power Factor Control

1. VAR/PF Control Mode Disabled/ Disabled
PF Control/
VAR Control
2. VAR/PF Gain 0.01 22.00 1.00
3. VAR/PF Stability 0.00 20.00 2.50 seconds
4. Rated KVARs 0 30 000 (gen.) 100 kVAR
5. KVAR Reference 30 000 (abs.) 30 000 (gen.) 20 (gen.) kVAR
6. PF Reference 0.00 lagging 0.00 leading 0.8 lagging
7. PF Deadband 0.000 1.000 0.025
8. Voltage Reference 50.0 300xPT ratio 70xPT ratio V (L-L,L-N)
9. Voltage Trim Enabled/Disabled Disabled
10. Voltage Regulation 1.0 10.0 2.0 %
11. Voltage Low Limit 50 300xPT ratio 60xPT ratio V (L-L,L-N)
12. Voltage Low Alarm Enabled/Disabled Disabled
13. Voltage High Limit 50 300xPT ratio 80xPT ratio V (L-L,L-N)
14. Voltage High Alarm Enabled/Disabled Disabled
15. Voltage Switches Enabled/Disabled Enabled
16. Voltage Range Alarm Enabled/Disabled Disabled
17. Voltage Ramp Time 1 600 60 seconds
Menu 5—Configuration
1. Configuration Key 0 100 0
2. PT Winding Ratio 1:1 1000.0:1 1.0:1
3. CT Rating 5:5 10 000:5 5:5
4. PT Voltage Input 120/240 120
5. Voltage Display V (L-L), V (L-N) kV (L-L), kV (L-N) V (L-N)
6. System Frequency 50/60 60 Hz
7. Process Control Action Direct/Indirect Indirect
8. Network Address 1 16 0 (unconfigured)
9. Network Service Pin transmits unique ID code to network
Menu 6—Calibration
1. Calibration Key 0 100 0
2. Process Input 0 22 n/a mA
3. Remote Input 0 22 n/a mA
4. Speed Bias Output 100 +100 n/a %
5. Voltage Bias Output 100 +100 n/a %
6. PT Phase A 0 300 n/a volts
7. PT Phase B 0 300 n/a volts
8. PT Phase C 0 300 n/a volts
9. CT Phase A 0 7xCT rating n/a amperes
10. CT Phase B 0 7xCT rating n/a amperes
11. CT Phase C 0 7xCT rating n/a amperes
12. Bus Voltage 0 300 n/a volts
13. Synchroscope 57.3 +57.3 n/a degrees
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Menu 7—Generator Electrical Parameters
1. Active Power (P) 30 000 30 000 n/a kW
2. Apparent Power (S) 30 000 30 000 n/a kVA
3. Reactive Power (Q) 30 000 (abs.) 30 000 (gen.) n/a kVAR
4. Power Factor (PF) 0.0 leading 0.0 lagging n/a
5. Phase A Volts 40xPT ratio 300xPT ratio n/a volts
6. Phase A Amperes 0 7xCT rating n/a amperes
7. Phase A PF 0.0 leading 0.0 lagging n/a
8. Phase B Volts 40xPT ratio 300xPT ratio n/a volts
9. Phase B Amperes 0 7xCT rating n/a amperes
10. Phase B PF 0.0 leading 0.0 lagging n/a
11. Phase C Volts 40xPT ratio 300xPT ratio n/a volts
12. Phase C Amperes 0 7xCT rating n/a amperes
13. Phase C PF 0.0 leading 0.0 lagging n/a
14. Gen Frequency 0 66 n/a Hz
15. Bus Frequency 0 66 n/a Hz
16. Bus Voltage 40xPT ratio 300xPT ratio n/a volts
17. Synchroscope 180 +180 n/a degrees
18. Slip Frequency 1.0 slow +5.0 fast n/a Hz
19. System Load 100 +120 n/a %
20. System PF 0.0 leading 0.0 lagging n/a
Menu 8—Control Status Monitor

1. Synchronizer Mode Off/
Auto-Off/
Permissive/
Check/
Run/
Sync Timer/
Synchronized/
Close Timer
2. Load Control Mode Droop/
At Unload Trip/
Base Load Ramp/
Base Load/
Base Load Lower/
Base Load Raise/
Remote Ramp/
Remote/
Unload Parallel/
Parallel Ramp/
Parallel/
Unload Ramp/
Process Ramp/
Process Master/
Process Lower/
Process Raise
3. Load Reference 0 kW/
Load Low Limit PU/
Load High Limit PU
4. Process Reference 0 mA/
Process Low Limit PU/
Process High Limit PU
5. Synchronizer Timeout Alarm On/Alarm Off
6. Sync Reclose Limit Alarm On/Alarm Off
7. High Load Limit Alarm On/Alarm Off
8. Low Load Limit Alarm On/Alarm Off
9. High Process Limit Alarm On/Alarm Off
10. Low Process Limit Alarm On/Alarm Off
11. Low Voltage Limit Alarm On/Alarm Off
12. High Voltage Limit Alarm On/Alarm Off
13. Voltage Range Limit Alarm On/Alarm Off
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Menu 9—Discrete Inputs/Outputs
1. Check Switch Open/Closed
2. Permissive Switch Open/Closed
3. Run Switch Open/Closed
4. Aux Contact Switch Open/Closed
5. Raise Voltage Switch Open/Closed
6. Lower Voltage Switch Open/Closed
7. Base Load Switch Open/Closed
8. Load/Unload Switch Open/Closed
9. Ramp Pause Switch Open/Closed
10. Raise Load Switch Open/Closed
11. Lower Load Switch Open/Closed
12. Process Switch Open/Closed
13. Test Key 0 100 0
14. Breaker Close Relay Energized/De-energized
15. Breaker Open Relay Energized/De-energized
16. Voltage Raise Relay Energized/De-energized
17. Voltage Lower Relay Energized/De-energized
18. High Limit Relay Energized/De-energized
19. Low Limit Relay Energized/De-energized
20. Load Switch Relay Energized/De-energized
21. Alarm Relay Energized/De-energized
22. Sync Enable LED On/Off
23. High Limit LED On/Off
24. Low Limit LED On/Off
25. CPU OK LED On/Off
Menu 0—Diagnostics
1. Diagnostic Result
2. ROM Check Sum
3. Active DSLCs 1 16
4. Retrieve Net Status Press “.” Key/Status Retrieved
5. Transmit Errors 0 65535
6. Transaction Timeouts 0 65535
7. Rcv Transaction Full 0 65535
8. Lost Messages 0 65535
9. Missed Messages 0 65535
10. Last Reset Cause Power Up Reset/
External Reset/
Watchdog Reset/
Software Reset/
Cleared/
Unknown
11. Network State NoAppl, Unconfigured/
Appl, Unconfigured/
Configured, Off-line/
Soft Off-line/
Bypass Off-line/
Configured, On-line/
Unknown
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12. Network Error Log No Error/
Bad Event/
NV Length Mismatch/
NV Msg Too Short/
EEPROM Write Fail/
Bad Address Type/
Preemption Timeout/
Already Preempted/
Sync NV Update Lost/
Invalid Resp Alloc/
Invalid Domain/
Read Past EndOfMsg/
Write Past EndOfMsg/
Addr Table Index/
Incomplete Msg/
Update On Output NV/
No Msg Avail/
Illegal Send/
Unknown PDU/
Invalid NV Index/
Divide by Zero/
Invalid Appl Error/
Memory Alloc Fail/
Write Net Buffer/
Appl CS Error/
Cnfg CS Error/
Invalid Xcvr Reg/
Xcvr Reg Timeout/
Write Appl Buffer/
IO Ready/
Self Test Failed/
Subnet Router/
Authentication/
Self Inst Semaphore/
Read Write Semaphore/
Appl Signature Bad/
Router Firmware/
Unknown
13. Net Interface Errors 0 65535
14. A/D Errors 0 65535
Menu (Set Point) Descriptions

Menu 1—Synchronizer
1. Sync Gain determines how fast the synchronizer responds to an error in
speed or phase. Adjust gain to provide stable control during synchronizing.
Lower value to slow response.
2. Sync Stability compensates for delay in the synchronizer control loop.

Prevents low frequency hunting and damping (overshoot or undershoot)
when the synchronizer is enabled or a speed transient occurs during
synchronizing.
3. Slip Frequency Ref specifies the positive (fast) slip frequency reference
(generator frequency higher than bus frequency) when slip frequency
synchronizing is desired. Setting the slip frequency reference to 0 selects
phase matching synchronizing.
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4. Slip Window is the maximum allowed deviation in slip (+ or ) from the slip
frequency reference when initiating breaker closure.
5. Max Phase Window is the maximum allowable electrical phase angle (+ or

) between the bus and generator when the synchronizer initiates breaker
closure.
6. Voltage Matching enables or disables the synchronizer voltage matching

function.
7. Voltage Window is the maximum allowable percent the generator voltage

may exceed the bus voltage for the synchronizer to initiate breaker closure
when voltage matching is enabled. Generator voltage may not be less than
bus voltage.
8. Dead-bus Closure enables or disables the synchronizer's automatic dead-

bus detection and breaker closure functions. When enabled, the
synchronizer will insure a breaker closure signal when a dead-bus is
detected.
NOTE
See Appendix C for compatibility with obsolete DSLC controls when dead-
bus closing is set to Enabled.
9. Breaker Delay specifies the time required for the circuit breaker blades to
engage after receiving a closure command.
10. CB Close Hold Time specifies the maximum elapsed time the synchronizer
will maintain the breaker closure relay driver output low (energized). Failure
to receive the CB Aux contact signal during this interval results in a failed
close attempt. The breaker closure relay driver returns high (de-energized)
when the CB Aux contact signal is received, the specified time expires, the
generator is out of the phase window, the generator exceeds the slip
window, or the generator voltage exceeds the voltage window (if voltage
matching is enabled).
11. Close Attempts is the number of attempts the synchronizer will make to
close the circuit breaker. The synch fail alarm (if enabled) will be activated
and the synchronizer will enter the auto-off mode if the breaker fails to close
in the specified number of tries. The synchronizer mode must be set to the
off mode to clear the current close count and the alarm. Set Close Attempts
to one if operating in droop.
12. Reclose Delay is the number of seconds between attempts to close the
circuit breaker. If the CB Aux contact remains closed for one reclose delay
interval, synchronization is assumed to have occurred. If the CB Aux contact
opens during the reclose delay interval, it is considered a failed closed
attempt. The DSLC control will remain in the selected operating mode (run,
check, or permissive) during the Reclose Delay interval.
13. Sync Reclose Alarm enables or disables the alarm generated when
reaching the maximum close attempts.
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14. Sync Timeout is the interval over which the synchronizer will attempt to get
synchronization. A value of 0 seconds disables the Sync Timeout function.
The interval begins when generator voltage is detected (generator A phase
voltage above 40 V L-N) and either the run or permissive mode select input
is activated. Failure to get a CB Aux contact closure within the specified time
will result in a synch timeout alarm. The synchronizer must be set to off
mode to clear the interval timer and alarm.
15. Sync Timeout Alarm enables or disables the alarm generated by

exceeding the synch timeout interval without getting synchronization.
16. Auto Re-Synchronize enables or disables the synchronizer function after

achieving synchronization. Synchronization is assumed to have been
achieved if one Reclose Delay time interval passes with the CB Aux contact
closed. If this set point is set to disabled, the synchronizer is set to auto-off
mode after synchronizing. The synchronizer must be set to the off mode and
then back to the desired operating mode to resume operation. If this set
point is set to Enabled, the synchronizer will automatically restart in the
selected operating mode when synchronization is lost, as indicated when
the CB Aux contact opens. On restart, the synch timeout timer and close
attempts count are reset to their specified values.
Menu 2—Load Control

1. Load Control Gain determines how fast the load control responds to a load
error. Gain is set to provide stable load control. For integrating load control
mode, use 0.05 as the initial load control gain. In proportional load control
mode, the load control gain is the gain setting in base load mode and during
load control ramp time. In proportional load control mode, use 0.25 as the
initial setting.
2. Load Stability compensates for lags in the load control loop. It prevents
slow hunting and controls damping (overshoot or undershoot) after a load
disturbance. This adjustment is in effect only in the integrating load control
mode.
3. Load Derivative adjusts the rate of change in speed bias output during a
load transient. This adjustment is in effect only in the integrating load control
mode.
4. Load Control Mode selects the operating mode of the base load control
algorithm. In proportional mode, the speed bias output is proportional to the
error between load and load reference. In proportional mode, a shift in bus
frequency will result in a shift in load. Use proportional mode when bus
frequency remains stable over time.
In integrating mode, speed bias output integrates to the level required to get
zero error between load and the load reference. Load Stability and Load
Derivative set points are only in effect in the integrating load control mode.
Use this mode in applications where utility frequency may vary.
NOTE
An integrating load control will react dynamically with the engine speed
control and any other system control, and with the DSLC Process and
VAR/PF control functions. Dynamic adjustment of each of these functions
must be repeated until satisfactory performance is obtained under all
operating conditions.
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5. Load Control Filter adjusts the bandwidth of the filter on the load controller
input. Higher frequency settings than default result in faster control
response, but also more response to system noise. Lower frequency
settings result in slower control response and less response to noise.
6. Loadshare Gain adjusts ratio of speed bias output voltage to load error in
proportional load control mode. Do not change from the specified default
value unless necessary to get load sharing system stability.
7. Frequency Trimmer enables or disables the isochronous load sharing

mode speed trim function. When disabled, bus frequency in a load sharing
system will be determined by the average of the speed settings on all units.
When enabled, the DSLC control compensates slowly for small speed
setting errors between generator sets to maintain the specified bus
frequency set in Menu 5, step 6, within 0.1%.
8. Rated Load is the 100% load rating of the generator.
9. Base Load is the default base load operating mode reference.
10. Unload Trip is the kW load level where the breaker open command is given
when the generator is automatically unloaded by opening the Load/Unload
switch. The Unload Trip is also set immediately after synchronization is
obtained in base load mode. In load sharing mode, the load reference is set
to the unload trip reference or the load indicated for load sharing, whichever
is less.
NOTE
If the load reference reaches zero, and generator load does not drop to the
Unload Trip, the CB Open relay driver will not de-energize. This can occur in
the proportional load control mode when the governor speed setting holds
load above the Unload Trip.
11. Load Droop is the load droop operation setting. Droop is the default mode
when load is applied to the generator when the CB Aux contact input to the
DSLC control is open. [The Load Droop setting is only approximate due to
dependence on the gain of the speed control's bias input.]
12. Load Time is the time required to automatically ramp the load from the
unload trip level to the internal base load reference. Ramp time in the
increase load direction between isochronous load sharing, remote base
load, and process control, is proportional to the load time set point.
13. Unload Time is the time required to automatically ramp the load from the
internal base load set point to the unload trip. Ramp time in the decrease
load direction between isochronous load sharing, remote base load, and
process control, or other load than that specified by the Base Load set point,
is proportional to the unload time set point.
14. Raise Load Rate is the rate at which the load is increased when the raise
load command input is activated. This is also the maximum rate at which
load is increased when the 4–20 mA remote load setting input is changed in
the increase load direction. [In droop, the Raise Load Rate setting is only
approximate due to dependence on the gain of the speed control's bias
input.]
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15. Lower Load Rate is the rate at which the load is decreased when the lower
load command input is activated. This is also the maximum rate at which
load is decreased when the 4–20 mA remote load setting input is changed
in the decrease load direction. [In droop, the Lower Load Rate setting is only
approximate due to dependence on the gain of the speed control's bias
input.]
16. 4mA Remote Load is the desired load reference when the remote load
setting input is equal to 4 mA. This setting may be higher or lower than the
20 mA remote load setting.
17. 20mA Remote Load is the desired load level when the remote load setting
input is equal to 20 mA. This setting may be higher or lower than the 4 mA
remote load setting.
18. High Limit PU (pick up) is the generator load where (if enabled) the High
Limit discrete output is energized and (if enabled) the high limit alarm is
activated. The High Limit PU set point also limits the maximum load
reference setting.
19. High Limit DO (drop out) is the load where (if enabled) the High Limit
discrete output is de-energized and (if enabled) the high limit alarm
deactivated.
20. High Limit Alarm specifies if the high limit alarm will activate (de-energize)
the alarm driver, terminal 28.
21. Low Limit PU is the generator where (if enabled) the Low Limit discrete
output is energized and (if enabled) the low limit alarm is activated. The Low
Limit PU set point is also the minimum load reference setting.
22. Low Limit DO is the generator load where (if enabled) the Low Limit
discrete output is de-energized and (if enabled) the low limit alarm
deactivated.
23. Low Limit Alarm specifies if the low limit alarm will activate (de-energize)
24. Load Limit Switches specifies if the High or Low Limit outputs, terminals
26 and 27, will activate on high or low limit alarm.
25. Load Switch PU is the load level where the load switch will activate
(terminal 25) if Reverse Power Trip is disabled.
26. Load Switch DO is the load level where the load switch will deactivate
(terminal 25) if Reverse Power Trip is disabled.
27. Reverse Power Trip enables or disables the load switch output, terminal
25, as the Reverse Power Trip.
28. Instant Reverse Power activates the load switch output, terminal 25,
immediately when the %KW is below this setting, if the Reverse Power Trip
is enabled.
29. Rev Pwr Time Delay and Reverse Pwr Level are used to determine the
time delay before energizing the load switch output when the generator is
being motored, and the Reverse Power Trip is enabled.
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30. Reverse Pwr Level and Rev Pwr Time Delay are used to determine the
time delay before energizing the load switch output when the generator is
being motored, and the Reverse Power Trip is enabled.
Menu 3—Process Control

1. Process Control Gain determines how fast the process control responds to
an error between the process variable and reference. The gain is set to
provide stable control of the process.
2. Process Stability compensates for delay in the process control loop. It

prevents low frequency hunting and damping (overshoot or undershoot)
when a process disturbance occurs.
3. Process Derivative adjusts the rate of change in speed bias output during
a process level transient.
4. Process Deadband is the error window within which the process control
integrator is not updated. This is used for control of high noise processes.
Set to 0.0 mA for normal, non-deadband control.
5. Process Droop is the load droop desired based on process level.
6. Process Filter adjusts the bandwidth of the filter on the process input.
Higher frequency settings result in faster control response, but also more
response to process noise.
7. Process Reference is the internal reference for the process control.
8. Raise Reference Rate is the rate at which the process reference is

increased when the raise command input is activated.
9. Lower Reference Rate is the rate at which the process is decreased when
the lower command input is activated.
10. High Limit PU is the process input level where (if enabled) the High Limit
discrete output is energized and the high limit alarm is activated. The High
Limit PU set point also limits the maximum process reference setting.
11. High Limit DO is the process input level where (if enabled) the High Limit
discrete output is de-energized and the high limit alarm deactivated.
12. High Limit Alarm specifies if the process high limit alarm will activate (de-
energize) the alarm driver, terminal 28.
13. Low Limit PU is the process input level where (if enabled) the Low Limit
discrete output is energized and the low limit alarm is activated. The Low
Limit PU set point is also the minimum process reference setting.
14. Low Limit DO is the process input level where (if enabled) the Low Limit
discrete output is de-energized and the low limit alarm deactivated.
15. Low Limit Alarm specifies if the low limit alarm will activate (de-energize)
16. Process Switches specifies if the High and Low Limit discrete outputs,
terminals 26 and 27, will activate on high or low process alarm.
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Menu 4—VAR/Power Factor Control

1. VAR/PF Control Mode enables or disables the VAR or Power Factor
control functions.
2. VAR/PF Gain determines how fast the VAR/PF control responds to an error
between kVARs/PF and VAR or PF reference. The gain is set to provide
stable control of kVARs or power factor.
3. VAR/PF Stability compensates for delay in the reactive power control loop.
This prevents low frequency hunting and damping (overshoot or
undershoot) when a change in reactive power occurs.
4. Rated KVARs is the generator manufacturer's kVAR rating. If unknown, set

to 60% of the kVA rating, which is the kVAR load at 0.8 lagging power factor
at rated kVA.
5. KVAR Reference specifies the desired kVAR load at which to control in the
VAR control mode. Active when the Base Load input is closed.
6. PF Reference specifies the desired power factor at which to control in the

power factor control mode. Active when the Base Load input is closed.
7. PF Deadband specifies an error window about the PF Reference or KVAR

Reference, inside of which the VAR/power factor control will not adjust the
voltage regulator. Deadband is especially useful in systems using a MOP to
adjust voltage.
8. Voltage Reference specifies the bus voltage reference for VAR/PF sharing
when in isochronous load sharing mode.
9. Voltage Trim enables or disables the isochronous load sharing mode

voltage trim function. When disabled, the bus voltage in an isochronous load
sharing system will be determined by the average of the voltage settings of
all units. When enabled and in power factor sharing, the DSLC control will
adjust the bus voltage to within the voltage regulation percentage before
correcting for a power factor error.
10. Voltage Regulation determines how close the bus voltage will be kept to
the voltage reference when the voltage trim function is enabled and the
operating mode is isochronous power factor sharing.
11. Voltage Low Limit specifies the voltage low limit alarm trip point. This set
point is also the lower limit for the synchronizer voltage matching and
manual lower voltage functions.
12. Voltage Low Alarm specifies if the voltage low limit alarm will activate (de-
13. Voltage High Limit specifies the voltage high limit alarm trip point. This set
point is also the raise limit for the synchronizer voltage matching and
manual raise voltage functions.
14. Voltage High Alarm specifies if the voltage high limit alarm will activate (de-
15. Voltage Switches specifies if the voltage high or low limit outputs, terminals
25 and 26, will activate the high or low limit relay driver outputs.
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16. Voltage Range Alarm enables or disables the voltage regulator bias output
limit alarm. This alarm activates if the limit of the voltage bias output is
exceeded (above 100% or below 100% voltage bias output).
17. Voltage Ramp Time specifies the time required to ramp the voltage bias
output over its full range when a MOP is used for voltage adjustment. It also
adjusts the rate of change in voltage bias output by the synchronizer voltage
matching function.
Menu 5—Configuration
1. Configuration Key is set to 49 to allow changing configuration set points.
All discrete input switches must be open, and the generator voltage must be
below 40 V L-N, to adjust configuration of set points.
2. PT Winding Ratio is set to correspond to the potential transformer winding

ratio. NOTE: Bus and generator potential transformers must be the same
ratio.
3. CT Rating is set to correspond to the current transformer rating.
4. PT Voltage Input specifies whether the 120 or 240 PT voltage inputs are
used.
5. Voltage Display specifies whether voltages are displayed on the Hand Held
Programmer as volts line-to-neutral, volts line-to-line, kilovolts line-to-
neutral, or kilovolts line-to-line.
6. System Frequency is set to nominal system operating frequency (50/60

Hz).
7. Process Control Action specifies if the process variable is direct or indirect

acting. If the process variable increases when generator load increases, the
action is direct. If the process variable decreases when generator load
increases, the action is indirect.
8. Network Address is a unique address for each DSLC control in a system.

You assign a number from 1 to 16 to the Network Address (each DSLC
control in a system must have a unique number). After setting the network
address, press the “SAVE” key to put the new address into effect.
NOTE
In systems where the DSLC control is installed with other devices (see
Chapter 8) using a network management tool, the management tool
automatically assigns each DSLC control a unique address. In this case, any
network address change you make will not take effect when the “SAVE” key
is pressed. This is indicated by the Network Address set point reverting to
its previous value.
9. Network Service Pin causes a unique identification code to be transmitted

on the network. This is used for network management in systems containing
other network devices than DSLC controls.
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Menu 6—Calibration
1. Calibration Key is set to 49 to allow changing calibration set points. This is
normally used to display analog input or output values during installation or
troubleshooting. Calibration should be done using calibrated reference
meters.
2. Process Input displays the current value on the 4–20 mA process variable
input. Raise or lower the displayed value to correspond to the actual input
value during calibration.
3. Remote Input displays the current value on the 4–20 mA remote input.
Raise or lower the displayed value to correspond to the actual mA input
value during calibration.
4. Speed Bias Output displays the percent of full positive or negative range
currently on the speed bias output. This is used only to “zero” the Speed
Bias Output.
5. Voltage Bias Output displays the percent of full positive or negative range
currently on the voltage bias output. This is used only to “zero” the Voltage
Bias Output.
6. PT Phase A displays the sensed generator A phase voltage. When

potentials are applied to the control, adjust until the displayed value is equal
to the actual generator A phase voltage as seen on the DSLC terminals.
7. PT Phase B displays the sensed generator B phase voltage. When

to the actual generator B phase voltage as seen on the DSLC terminals.
8. PT Phase C displays the sensed generator C phase voltage. When

to the actual generator C phase voltage as seen on the DSLC terminals.
9. CT Phase A displays the sensed phase A current. When currents are

applied to the control, adjust until the value is equal to the generator A
phase current as seen on the DSLC terminals.
10. CT Phase B displays the sensed phase B current. When currents are
applied to the control, adjust until the value is equal to the generator B
11. CT Phase C displays the sensed phase C current. When currents are
applied to the control, adjust until the value is equal to the generator C
12. Bus Voltage displays the sensed bus voltage. When the bus A phase
voltage is applied to the control, adjust until the displayed value is equal to
the measured bus voltage as seen on the DSLC terminals.
13. Synchroscope compensates for phase shift between the bus and
generator potential transformers. If the synchroscope does not remain at 0.0
degrees (in the check mode), the phase offset should be adjusted to center
the synchroscope indicator. After breaker closure is obtained, final adjust for
0.0 degrees.
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NOTE
The calibration items may require fine tuning during installation.
Menu 7—Generator Electrical Parameters

1. Active Power (P) is the generator KW load.
2. Apparent Power (S) is the generator kVA load.
3. Reactive Power (Q) is the generator kVAR load.
4. Power Factor (PF) is the average of the power factors on each phase of
the generator.
5. Phase A (Volts) is the voltage on the generator A phase.
6. Phase A (Amperes) is the amperes on the generator A phase.
7. Phase A PF is the power factor on the generator A phase.
8. Phase B (Volts) is the voltage on the generator B phase.
9. Phase B (Amperes) is the amperes on the generator B phase.
10. Phase B PF is the power factor on the generator B phase.
11. Phase C (Volts) is the voltage on the generator C phase.
12. Phase C (Amperes) is the amperes on the generator C phase.
13. Phase C PF is the power factor on the generator C phase.
14. Gen Frequency is the frequency of the generator.
15. Bus Frequency is the frequency of the bus.
16. Bus Voltage is the voltage on the bus A phase.
17. Synchroscope is the phase difference between the generator and bus A
phase voltage wave forms.
18. Slip Frequency is the difference in frequency between the generator and
bus A phase voltage wave forms.
19. System Load is the current system (load sharing) load.
20. System PF is the current average system power factor.
Menu 8—Control Status Monitor

1. Synchronizer Mode is the current operating mode of the synchronizer.
2. Load Control Mode is the current operating mode of the load control.
3. Load Reference is the current load reference value.

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4. Process Reference is the current process control reference.
5. Synchronizer Timeout is the status of the alarm for exceeding the

synchronizer timeout interval.
6. Sync Reclose Limit is the status of the alarm for exceeding the
synchronizer close attempts limit.
7. High Load Limit is the status of the High Load Limit alarm generated when
generator kW load exceeds the Load High Limit Pick Up set point.
8. Low Load Limit is the status of the Low Load Limit alarm generated when
generator kW load drops below the Load Low Limit Pick Up set point.
9. High Process Limit is the status of the High Process alarm generated
when the process variable input exceeds the High Process Limit Pick Up set
point.
10. Low Process Limit is the status of the Low Process Limit alarm generated
when the process variable input drops below the Low Process Limit set
point.
11. Low Voltage Limit is the status of the alarm generated when generator
voltage is below the Low Voltage Limit set point.
12. High Voltage Limit is the status of the alarm generated when generator
voltage exceeds the High Voltage Limit set point.
13. Voltage Range Limit is the status of the Voltage Range Limit alarm
generated when the voltage bias output reaches maximum positive or
negative.
Menu 9—Discrete Inputs/Outputs

1. Check Switch is the status of the synchronizer Check Mode switch input.
2. Permissive Switch is the status of the synchronizer Permissive Mode

switch input.
3. Run Switch is the status of the synchronizer Run Mode switch input.
4. Aux Contact Switch is the status of the CB Aux contact input.
5. Raise Voltage Switch is the status of the Raise Voltage switch input.
6. Lower Voltage Switch is the status of the Lower Voltage switch input.
7. Base Load Switch is the status of the Base Load switch input.
8. Load/Unload Switch is the status of the Load/Unload switch input.
9. Ramp Pause Switch is the status of the Load Ramp Pause switch input.
10. Raise Load Switch is the status of the Raise Load switch input.
11. Lower Load Switch is the status of the Lower Load switch input.
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12. Process Switch is the status of the Process Control Mode select input.
13. Test Key must be set to “49”, generator voltage must be below 40 Vac L-N,
and the discrete inputs must all be open, to allow closing of discrete outputs
for test purposes.
14. Breaker Close Relay is the status of the Circuit Breaker Closure Command
Relay.
15. Breaker Open Relay is the status of the Circuit Breaker Open Command
Relay.
16. Voltage Raise Relay is the status of the Voltage Raise Command Relay.
17. Voltage Lower Relay is the status of the Voltage Lower Command Relay.
18. High Limit Relay is the status of the High Limit Switch Relay.
19. Low Limit Relay is the status of the Low Limit Switch Relay.
20. Load Switch Relay is the status of the Load Switch Relay.
21. Alarm Relay is the status of the Alarm Relay.
22. Sync Enable LED is the status of the Sync Enable LED.
23. High Limit LED is the status of the High Limit LED.
24. Low Limit LED is the status of the Low Limit LED.
25. CPU OK LED is the status of the CPU OK LED.
Menu 0—Diagnostics
1. Diagnostic Result is the result of power up diagnostics. A value of 49
indicates no problems found. Any other value indicates an internal failure in
the microprocessor or memory.
2. ROM Check Sum is the result of doing a “checksum” test on program

memory. This value is verified each time the control is powered up. This
number is for factory test only. A failure in the ROM checksum test will also
result in a Diagnostic Result other than 49.
3. Active DSLCs is the number of DSLC controls currently powered on the

network. This value is used to verify that all DSLC controls in the network
are in communication with each other.
4. Retrieve Net Status retrieves the network error statistics accumulators, the
cause of the last reset, the state of the node, and the last run-time error
logged. Pressing the “.” key will retrieve the current statistics which can be
observed with the following set points.
Transmission errors will occur on occasion. Frequent occurrence of

transmission errors (that is, several per minute) indicates an overloaded
network, faulty network wiring, or a defective control in the network.
Status information is used during network installation to verify correct

operation.
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5. Transmit Errors is the number of CRC (Cyclic Redundancy Check) errors
detected during packet reception. These may be due to collisions or noise
on the transceiver input. Pressing the “.” key will retrieve the current number
of transmission error statistics.
6. Transaction Timeouts is the number of times that the node failed to

receive expected acknowledgements after retrying the configured number of
times. These may be due to destination nodes being inaccessible on the
network, transmission failures because of noise on the channel, or if any
destination node has insufficient buffers or receive transaction records.
When using Request/Response service or network variable polling, a
transaction timeout can also occur if the destination node application
program does not return to the scheduler frequently enough because
responses are synchronized with the application tasks.
7. Rcv Transaction Full is the number of times than an incoming packet was
discarded because there was no room in the transaction database. These
may be due to excessively long receive timers, or inadequate size of the
transaction database.
8. Lost Messages is the number of times than an incoming packet was

discarded because no application buffer was available. These may be due
to an application program being too slow to process incoming packets, due
to insufficient application buffers, or due to excess traffic on the channel.
Messages will be lost when power is initially applied to a DSLC control while
power up diagnostics are being performed (the number will depend on the
number of DSLC controls in the system).
9. Missed Messages is the number of times that an incoming packet was

discarded because there was no network buffer available. These may be
due to excess traffic on the channel, to insufficient network buffers, or to the
network buffers not being large enough to accept all packets on the
channel, whether or not addressed to this node.
10. Last Reset Cause is the cause of the last reset of the network processor.
11. Network State indicates the current state of the network processor. The
normal node state is “Configured, On-line”. Other states can occur during
installation of the control using network management tools.
12. Network Error Log is the last run-timer error logged.
13. Net Interface Errors is the number of errors detected by the DSLC
processor software during communicating with the network processor.
Errors can occur during custom installation of the control with network
management tools. Occasional errors will not effect control operation.
Frequent errors indicate a defective control.
14. A/D Errors is the number of errors detected by the DSLC software during
communication with the A/D (analog-to-digital) converter. Occasional errors
will not effect control operation. Frequent errors may be caused by
excessive electrical noise or extreme voltage transients on the wiring, or by
a defective control.
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Prestart Setup Procedure

Connect the Hand Held Programmer to the Diagnostics and Service Port. Apply
power to the DSLC control. Verify that the DSLC control passes its power up
diagnostics by checking that Diagnostic Result on Menu 0 is 49. Failure to get 49
indicates that an internal component in the DSLC control is defective. See
Chapter 10 for instructions on getting service for the control.
Configuration Menu
Select Menu 5 and adjust the Configuration Key to 49. Set the following set
points to their appropriate value as described above.
1. PT Winding Ratio
2. CT Rating
3. PT Voltage Input
4. Voltage Display
5. System Frequency
6. Process Control Action (If process used)
7. Network Address
Prestart Synchronizer Setup

Set all Synchronizer, Menu 1, set points according to the descriptions above and
the work sheet. Leave unknown values, such as Gain and Stability, at their
default values.
Prestart Load Control Setup

Set all Load Control, Menu 2, set points according to the descriptions above and
the work sheet. Proportional load control mode should be used during initial
setup of the DSLC control. Set the Unload Trip set point to approximately 10% of
rated load.
Prestart Process Control Setup

Set all Process Control, Menu 3, set points according to the descriptions above
and the work sheet. If Gain and Stability values are unknown, leave at their
default values.
Prestart VAR/Power Factor Control Setup

Set all VAR/Power Factor Control, Menu 4, set points according to the
descriptions above and the work sheet. Set VAR/PF Control Mode to Disabled
until doing the VAR/PF Control adjustment section below.
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DSLC Control Adjustments

When the prestart setup procedures described above have been completed, the
generator set may be activated. A resistive artificial load bank is preferred to do
some of the following adjustment procedures.
Load Control Droop Adjustment

It is important to set up the DSLC control for correct kW droop operation first.
This will verify correct wiring and operation of the unit in the safest possible
manner. The preferred procedure uses a load bank. Only use a utility or other
bus of sufficient capacity for a load if a load bank is not available.
With Load Bank

Do the following steps to verify correct wiring and operation between the DSLC
control and the engine speed control when an artificial load bank is available.
1. Select Menu 2 and the Load Droop set point. Set droop to the desired value
or 5.0%.
NOTE
The load droop setting is approximate as it depends on the actual gain of
the input circuits of the engine speed control.
2. Open the isoch/droop switch in series with the CB Aux contact input to
terminal 47 of the DSLC control. If such a switch is not installed, temporarily
remove the connection to terminal 47.
3. Close the circuit breaker to the load bank. Apply kW load to at least 50% of
rated. Observe that engine speed decreases as load increases. Verify
correct load sensor operation by observing for correct voltage, current, and
power readings on Menu 7. If incorrect load sensor operation is observed,
verify configuration values on Menu 6 and wiring connections to the DSLC
control. If load sensor values are correct and a decrease in speed does not
occur when the unit is loaded, verify wiring between the DSLC control and
engine speed control.
4. Apply full load to the generator. Adjust the load droop set point as
necessary to get the correct speed droop.
Example: Operating at 60 Hz, 57 Hz at full load indicates 5% droop. If only

50% load is possible, then 58.5 Hz indicates 5% droop. [The load droop
setting is only approximate due to dependence on the gain of the speed
control's bias input.]
5. Press the “SAVE” key to store current set point values.
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Without Load Bank

Use this procedure for droop setting when an artificial load bank is not available.
WARNING—CT/PT PHASING
Operation of the engine/generator set with incorrect CT and PT phasing
could cause serious injury or damage to equipment. If the load on the unit
increases rapidly when you close the breaker, immediately open the breaker
and shut the unit down. Check the phasing of the CTs and PTs. DO NOT
permit the unit to continue to pick up load or to operate the system without
correcting this condition.
1. Select Menu 2 and the Load Droop set point. Set to the desired value or use
5.0%.
NOTE
The load droop setting is approximate as it depends on actual gain of the
input circuits of the engine speed control.
remove the connection to terminal 47.
3. Calculate the engine speed required to pick up 50% and 100% of rated
load.
Example: Rated frequency = 60.0 Hz

Desired droop = 5% (0.05) or 3.0 Hz
Desired test frequency = 60.0 Hz + %Load x 3.0 Hz
(at 50% [0.5] load) = 60.0 + 0.5 x 3.0 = 61.5 Hz
(at 100% [1.0] load) = 60.0 + 1.0 x 3.0 = 63.0 Hz
4. Use the raise and lower load inputs to set the desired speed with the
generator circuit breaker open. Record the speed bias output percentage at
the engine speed required to pick up 50% and 100% load.
5. Use the Load Raise and Load Lower inputs (terminals 53 and 54) to both
manually synchronize to the bus and increase the engine load to 10%.
6. Verify correct load sensor operation by observing for correct voltage,

current, and power readings on Menu 7. If incorrect load sensor operation is
observed, verify configuration values on Menu 6, phasing, and other wiring
connections to the DSLC control.
7. Increase the engine speed setting to increase load. When the speed bias
output reaches the value required for 50% load as measured in step 4, trim
the Load Droop set point for 50% load.
8. Increase the engine speed setting to the speed bias output value required
for 100% load as measured in step 4. Trim the Load Droop set point to get
100% load.
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Synchronizer Adjustment
This section is for adjusting the synchronizer functions, including procedures for
phase matching and slip frequency synchronizing. Note that dynamic
adjustments for gain and stability will be different for each method.
To assist in setup and adjustments, you can monitor synchronizer mode of

operation on Menu 8 and Synchronizer Mode and Slip Frequency and
Synchroscope values on Menu 7.
Preliminary Synchronizer Adjustments

1. Set the Voltage Matching set point to Disabled.
2. Select Menu 1 and verify that the Sync Gain and Sync Stability set points
are at their default values.
3. Set the Max Phase Window and Max Slip Window set points to desired
values or use the default values if unknown.
4. Set Breaker Delay to the closure time specified by the breaker

manufacturer. Add delay time for any interposing relays if required.
5. Set CB Close Hold Time to the time desired for the DSLC control to hold the
breaker closure signal. This time should at least exceed the Breaker Delay
time.
6. Set the Close Attempts set point to 1.
7. Set the Sync Timeout set point to 0.
8. Set Auto Re-Synchronize to Disabled.
Proceed to the Phase Matching Synchronizer or Slip Frequency Synchronizer

section as required.
Phase Matching Synchronizer

Do the following steps to set up the synchronizer dynamics for use as a phase
matching synchronizer. For slip frequency synchronizing, see the procedure
below. The DSLC control will indicate 90 when the switchboard synchroscope is
at 3:00 o'clock and +90 at 9:00 o'clock.
1. Set the Slip Frequency Ref set point to 0.0 Hz to select phase matching.
2. Close the synchronizer Check Mode switch.
3. With generator and bus active, adjust the synchronizer Gain set point for
stable control of the generator frequency as indicated by the synchroscope's
holding steady at zero phase.
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NOTES
If the system (not the DSLC control) synchroscope does not lock close to
zero phase, but at some other value(such as 30, 60, 180, 210, etc. degrees),
verify bus and generator potential wiring to either the synchroscope or
DSLC control. DO NOT PROCEED WITH ANY ACTION RESULTING IN
BREAKER CLOSURE UNTIL THE PROBLEM IS DETERMINED AND
CORRECTED.
If line-to-line voltage is used on the Bus PT input on DSLC controls that

required a neutral connection on the generator PT inputs, the synchroscope
adjustment in Menu 6 must be changed in order to indicate proper phase.
With the generator in droop, manually parallel the two power sources in
question and adjust the synchroscope in Menu 6 from 30 to 0. Verify that the
switchboard synchroscope reads the same as the DSLC control. See the
previous note if you have to adjust the synchroscope more than 35 or if the
synchroscope and DSLC control do not match.
4. Turn the synchronizer mode to Off. Allow the phase to drift until the
synchroscope indicates approximately 150 degrees fast. It may be
necessary to adjust the engine speed setting slightly fast to achieve the
desired phase drift.
5. Turn the synchronizer mode to Check. The synchronizer should pull the
generator smoothly into phase lock.
If the synchronizer action is too slow, increase Sync Gain by a factor of two.
If increasing Sync Gain results in unstable operation, reduce the value by at
least one-half and proceed to step 6. Otherwise, repeat steps 4 and 5.
6. Do step 4 and then turn the synchronizer mode to Check. The synchronizer
should pull the generator smoothly into phase lock. If the synchronizer is too
slow, or “over-damped,” decrease Sync Stability by a factor of two to
decrease damping, and increase Sync Gain by a factor of two. If the
synchronizer is too fast, or “under-damped” as indicated by excessive over-
shoot of zero phase when pulling in, decrease Sync Gain by a factor of two,
and increase Sync Stability by a factor of two to increase damping.
7. Repeat steps 4, 5 and 6, with smaller adjustment steps until satisfactory

performance is obtained.
8. Turn the synchronizer mode to Off. Allow the phase to drift until the
synchroscope indicates approximately 150 degrees slow. It may be
necessary to adjust the engine speed setting slightly slow to achieve the
phase drift. Repeat steps 5 and 6 if necessary to get the desired
performance.
9. Verify synchronizer performance under all expected operating conditions,

such as synchronizing at higher or lower speeds.
10. If voltage matching is to be used, do the setup in the Voltage Matching

section below.
11. If correct droop mode operation described above has been obtained,
proceed to step 12. Otherwise, verify correct droop operation described
above.
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remove the connection to terminal 47 to select droop mode.
13. Turn the synchronizer mode switch to Run. The synchronizer should pull the
generator smoothly into phase lock and issue a breaker closure command.
Increase the engine speed setting slightly to add generator load.
14. Proceed to Final Synchronizer Setup.
Slip Frequency Synchronizer

Do the following steps to set up the synchronizer dynamics for use as a slip
frequency synchronizer. For phase matching synchronizing, see the procedure
above.
1. Complete the phase matching synchronizer setup before continuing.
2. Turn the synchronizer mode to Off. Set the Slip Frequency Ref set point to
the desired slip rate. Set engine speed slightly slow.
3. Turn the synchronizer mode to Check. The synchronizer should drive

engine speed so that phase rotation is smooth and at the correct rate as
indicated on a synchroscope or by observing the Slip Frequency set point
on Menu 7. If the synchronizer is too slow to react when switched from off to
check mode, increase Sync Gain by a factor of two. If the synchronizer
action is too aggressive when switched to check mode, reduce the Sync
Gain by a factor of two. Repeat until the synchronizer picks up correct
phase rotation at a satisfactory rate.
4. Observe the smoothness of phase rotation. If a slow hunt is observed, as

indicated by slowing and speeding up of the synchroscope during rotation,
increase Sync Stability by a factor of two and repeat step 4. If rapid changes
in slip frequency occur, decrease Sync Stability by a factor of two.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 with smaller adjustment steps until satisfactory

performance is obtained. Note that it may not be possible to remove all slow
hunting in slip frequency, and this will not adversely affect synchronization.
6. Verify synchronizer performance under all expected operating conditions,

such as synchronizing from higher or lower speeds.
7. If Voltage Matching or the VAR/PF Control is to be used, do the setup in the

Voltage Matching Adjustment section below.
8. If correct droop operation described above has been obtained, proceed to

step 9. Otherwise, verify correct droop operation described above.
remove the connection to terminal 47 to select droop mode.
10. Turn the synchronizer mode switch to Run. The synchronizer should pull the
generator smoothly into the correct slip rate and issue a breaker closure
command. If the synchronizer will not issue a closure command, verify that
the Max Slip Window and Max Phase Window set points are set correctly.
Wider window settings will decrease the time required to synchronize.
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11. Proceed with Final Synchronizer Setup.
Final Synchronizer Setup

1. With the circuit breaker closed, select the Calibration Menu 6 and adjust the
Calibration Key to 49. Select the Synchroscope set point and adjust for 0.0 ±
0.3 Degrees.
2. Open the circuit breaker to disconnect the generator from the bus.
3. Close the isoch/droop switch in series with the CB Aux contact input to
terminal 47 of the DSLC control. If such a switch is not installed, verify that
the connection to terminal 47 is restored.
4. Select Menu 1 and set the Deadbus Closure set point to Enabled or
Disabled as desired.
5. Set Close Attempts to the desired number of times the synchronizer should
attempt to close the circuit breaker. Set to 1 if only one close attempt should
be made.
6. Set Reclose Delay to the desired interval between close attempts. This
should be greater than the time required to recharge the circuit breaker
arming mechanism.
7. If an alarm is desired when the maximum Close Attempts has been

reached, set Sync Reclose Alarm to Enabled.
8. Set the Sync Timeout to the maximum number of seconds the synchronizer
should attempt to achieve synchronization. Set to 0 for no timeout.
9. If an alarm is desired when the Sync Timeout interval expires, set the Sync
Timeout Alarm set point to Enabled.
10. If it is desired to automatically attempt to reclose the circuit breaker on loss

of synchronization, set the Auto Re-Synchronize set point to Enabled. If set
point is set to Disabled, the synchronizer will enter an auto-off mode when
synchronization is obtained. It will be necessary to set the synchronizer
mode switch to Off and back to the desired operating mode to restart the
synchronizer.
11. If synchronizer setup and performance is satisfactory, press the “SAVE” key
on the Hand Held Programmer to store the dynamic settings.
12. Record all Menu 1 set point values in the spaces provided in Appendix A.
This completes the DSLC control synchronizer setup.
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Voltage Matching Adjustment

Do the following steps to verify correct operation of the synchronizer voltage
matching function. Two procedures are given. The first is for systems where
voltage adjustment is done with a MOP, and the Voltage Raise and Voltage
Lower discrete outputs of the DSLC control are used to drive relays that operate
the MOP. The second adjustment procedure is for systems using the direct
Voltage Bias Output from the DSLC control directly connected to the voltage
regulator.
Preliminary Voltage Matching Setup

1. Select Menu 1 and set the Voltage Matching set point to Enabled.
2. Select Menu 4 and set the Voltage High Limit 5% higher than the final
expected value. Set the Voltage Low Limit 5% lower than the final expected
value.
Voltage Matching with MOP Driven Voltage Regulator

1. Set the synchronizer mode switch to Off. Set the Voltage Ramp set point on
Menu 4 to a value 10% greater than the time required to slew the voltage
regulator MOP through its full range.
2. Select Menu 7 and display Phase A Volts. Select the other screen on the
Hand Held Programmer by pressing the “Up/Down Arrow” key. Select Menu
7 and display the bus voltage set point.
3. Use Voltage Raise or Lower to adjust the generator voltage until generator
Phase A voltage is approximately 5% higher than bus voltage plus the
Voltage Window.
4. Set the synchronizer mode switch to Check. The DSLC Lower Voltage
discrete output should energize the lower voltage relay to drive the voltage
regulator MOP in the decrease voltage direction. The Lower Voltage
discrete output should de-energize the lower voltage relay when Phase A
voltage enters the voltage window as determined by the Voltage Window
set point.
5. If generator voltage drops to a value less than the bus voltage, indicated by
the DSLC Raise Voltage discrete output energizing the raise voltage relay,
increase the Voltage Window set point or set the MOP up for a slower rate
of change in voltage if cycling occurs.
6. Set the synchronizer mode switch to Off. Manually lower the generator
voltage until generator Phase A voltage is approximately 5% lower than Bus
Voltage.
7. Set the synchronizer mode switch to Check. The DSLC Raise Voltage
discrete output should energize the raise voltage relay to drive the voltage
regulator MOP in the increase voltage direction. The Raise Voltage discrete
output should de-energize the raise voltage relay when Phase A voltage
reaches Bus Voltage.
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8. If generator voltage goes to a value greater than the bus voltage plus the
amount determined by the Voltage Window set point, indicated by the DSLC
Lower Voltage discrete output energizing the lower voltage relay, increase
the Voltage Window set point or set the MOP up for a slower rate of change
in voltage if cycling through the Voltage Window occurs.
9. Proceed to Final Voltage Matching Setup.
Voltage Matching with Voltage Bias Input to Voltage Regulator

1. Set the synchronizer mode switch to Off. Set the Voltage Range
potentiometer across the DSLC control output fully counterclockwise.
2. Set the Voltage Regulator manual voltage adjustment for the desired center
of generator voltage adjustment range (normally set for rated voltage).
3. Close the Raise Voltage contact input to the DSLC control. Observe that the
Voltage Raise Relay set point on Menu 9 indicates Energized when the
Raise Voltage contact input is closed. Hold the Raise Voltage command
until the Voltage Raise Relay set point indicates De-energized even with the
Raise Voltage contact closed. This indicates that the upper limit of the
Voltage Bias Output has been reached. If enabled, a Voltage Range Alarm
will also be activated.
4. Adjust the Voltage Range potentiometer to get the maximum generator

voltage desired.
5. Close the Lower Voltage contact input to the DSLC control. Observe the
Voltage Lower Relay set point on Menu 9 indicates Energized when the
Lower Voltage contact input is closed. While monitoring generator voltage to
insure it does not go lower than desired, hold the Lower Voltage command
until the Voltage Lower Relay set point indicates De-energized even with the
Lower Voltage contact closed. This indicates that the lower limit of the
Voltage Bias Output has been reached. If enabled, a Voltage Range Alarm
will also be activated. The voltage cannot be manually adjusted below the
voltage low limit set point.
6. If the minimum generator voltage obtained is satisfactory, proceed to step 7.

If not, adjust the voltage regulator voltage setting potentiometer and the
Voltage Range potentiometer while repeating steps 3 through 5 until the
desired voltage range is obtained.
7. Select Menu 7 and display Phase A Volts. Select the other screen on the
Hand Held Programmer by pressing the “Up/Down Arrow” key. Select Menu
7 and display the Bus Voltage set point.
8. Use Voltage Raise or Lower to adjust the generator voltage until generator
Phase A voltage is approximately 5% higher than Bus Voltage plus the
Voltage Window.
9. Set the synchronizer mode switch to Check. The DSLC control should
decrease the Voltage Bias to the voltage regulator to lower the generator
voltage. The Voltage Bias should stop changing when Phase A voltage
enters the voltage window as determined by the Voltage Window set point.
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10. If generator voltage drops to a value less than the bus voltage, increase the
Voltage Window set point or increase the Voltage Ramp Time set point on
Menu 4 for a slower rate of change in voltage so that cycling through the
window does not occur.
11. Set the synchronizer mode switch to Off. Manually lower the generator
voltage until generator Phase A voltage is approximately 5% lower than Bus
Voltage.
12. Set the synchronizer mode switch to Check. The DSLC control should
increase the Voltage Bias to the voltage regulator to raise the generator
voltage. The Voltage Bias should stop changing when Phase A voltage
reaches the Bus Voltage.
13. If generator voltage increases to a value greater than the bus voltage and
the voltage window, increase the Voltage Window set point or increase the
Voltage Ramp Time set point on Menu 4 for a slower rate of change in
voltage so that cycling through the window does not occur.
14. Continue with Final Voltage Matching Setup.
Final Voltage Matching Setup

1. Set the Voltage Low Limit and Voltage High Limit set points on Menu 4 to
the desired values. Voltage adjustments by the Synchronizer and VAR/PF
Control will not adjust voltage beyond these limits.
2. If the High Voltage Alarm or the Low Voltage Alarm are desired when
generator voltage exceeds the above specified limit values, set the alarm
set points to Enabled.
3. If generator voltage exceeds the Voltage High Limit and Voltage Low Limit
range and it is desired to operate the High Limit and Low Limit relay driver
outputs, set the Voltage Switches set point to Enabled.
4. If the Voltage Bias Output reaches either end of its operating range,
indicating its range of control has been exceeded, and it is desired to
activate an alarm, set the Voltage Range Alarm set point to Enabled.
5. When synchronizer voltage matching performance is satisfactory, press the

“SAVE” key on the Hand Held Programmer to store the settings.
This completes adjustments of the synchronizer voltage matching function.
Load Control Adjustment

This section contains the instructions for setup of the DSLC Load Control. Set all
Load Control, Menu 2, set points according to the descriptions above and the
work sheet. Menu 8 set points for load control mode, load reference, and system
load are provided to assist in setup and verification of correct operation.
Preliminary Setup
Do the following steps prior to activating the generator and load control.
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1. Select Menu 2 and set Load Control Mode to Proportional.
2. Set Load Control Filter to 1.0 Hz.
3. Verify the Rated Load set point is set to the generator kW rating.
4. Set Base Load to 50% of Rated Load.
5. Set Unload Trip to 10% of Rated Load.
6. If the Load Droop setup procedure described above has not been done, do
the Load Control Droop Adjustment before proceeding.
7. Set Loadshare Gain to 0.72.
8. Set Frequency Trimmer to Disabled.
9. Set Load Time and Unload Time as desired. If times faster than 20 seconds
will be required in normal service, use 20 seconds during the following setup
procedures to allow time to react if the control fails to operate as expected.
Faster load and unload times may be specified after setup is complete.
10. Set Raise Rate and Lower Rate as desired. During setup, 1.0% per second
or slower is recommended.
11. Set High Limit PU to Rated Load and Low Limit PU to 0.0 during setup.
Proportional Base Load Control Setup

Proportional control should be used when paralleling with a frequency stable bus,
or when the process control will be used. The following procedure is used to set
up the proportional base load control mode. A utility bus or an isolated bus with
sufficient capacity is required to do this setup.
1. Set the Load Control Gain to 0.25.
2. Carefully set engine speed to get synchronous speed as indicated by little or

no drift on the synchroscope. Proportional load control is sensitive to
variations in bus frequency and engine speed setting.
3. Close the Base Load switch contact. Open the Load/Unload and Process
contacts. Close the isoch/droop switch and be sure the connection to the
CB Aux contact input, terminal 47, is connected so that the DSLC control
will receive the closure indication.
4. Select the synchronizer run mode to parallel the generator with the bus.
5. Verify that the generator is carrying the 10% of rated kW load specified by
the Unload Trip set point. Load may not be exactly the specified level, but
should be close depending on the accuracy at which engine speed and bus
frequency are matched.
NOTE
If load instability is observed, it may be necessary to adjust the dynamic
settings of the engine governor to get stability.
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6. Close the Load/Unload contact to start the ramp to the Base Load setting.
When load has started increasing, close the Ramp Pause switch to verify its
operation. Then open the Ramp Pause switch and verify the load ramp
continues to the Base Load reference setting.
7. Close the Raise Load contact. Observe that load increases at the rate
specified by the Raise Load Rate set point. The raise load cannot adjust the
load reference greater than that set by the High Limit PU (Menu 2).
8. Close the Lower Load contact. Observe that load decreases at the rate
specified by the Lower Load Rate set point. The lower load cannot adjust
the load reference less than that set by the Low Limit PU (Menu 2).
9. If the synchronizer Auto-resync set point is set to Enabled, set the

synchronizer mode switch to Off to prevent an immediate reclose of the
circuit breaker.
10. Open the Load/Unload contact. Load should begin to ramp down. When
load reaches the Unload Trip set point, the DSLC control should issue a
breaker open command by de-energizing the breaker open relay. The
generator should now be isolated from the bus.
11. If the Integrating Base Load Control will be used, do setup and adjustments
described in the following section. Otherwise, proceed to Isochronous Load
Sharing Adjustment
Integrating Base Load Control Setup

The following procedure is used to setup the integrating base load control mode.
The integrating control is desirable when paralleling with a bus where frequency
drift is a problem. A utility bus or an isolated bus with sufficient capacity is
required to do this setup.
1. Do the proportional load control setup described above.
2. Select Menu 2 and set the Load Control Mode to integrating.
3. Set Load Control Gain to 0.05, Load Stability to 1.00, and Load Derivative to 0.00.
4. Close the Base Load switch contact. Open the Load/Unload and Process
contacts. Close the isoch/droop switch.
5. Select the synchronizer Run mode to parallel the generator with the bus.
6. Verify that the generator is carrying the 10% of rated kW load specified by
the Unload Trip set point.
NOTE
If load instability is observed, it will be necessary to adjust dynamic settings
of the load control. Because the Integrating Load Control operates in
cascade with the engine speed control, it may also be necessary to adjust
the dynamics of the speed control to get the desired performance. The first
attempt to get stability will be to reduce the Load Control Gain set point. If
stability decreases when gain is decreased, increase Load Stability. If
stability cannot be achieved with DSLC control dynamic adjustments, it will
be necessary to adjust the engine speed control dynamics. Stable control is
required to proceed.
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7. Close the Load/Unload switch. Load should increase smoothly to the Base
Load setting. Load will normally lag slightly behind the reference during
ramping. If the lag is excessive, increase Load Control Gain by a factor of
two. If a slow hunt is observed during the ramp, or if overshoot of the Base
Load setting occurs, increase the Load Stability by a factor of two.
8. Ramp the load up and down by alternately opening and closing the
Load/Unload switch. Be sure to reclose the switch before load drops to the
Unload Trip level or the DSLC control will issue a command to open the
circuit breaker. Adjust Load Control Gain and Load Stability to get the
desired performance.
NOTE
Correct dynamic adjustment may be more easily observed if the Load Ramp
Time set point is set somewhat faster than will be used in service.
9. In power systems experiencing rapid fluctuations in power (such as digester

gas fuel systems), reducing the Load Control Filter set point will reduce
control sensitivity to the fluctuations. Slower, but more stable, performance
can be obtained.
10. In most systems it will not be necessary to change Load Derivative from the
default value of 0.0 seconds or Load Control Filter from the default value. In
higher performance systems, the filter frequency may be increased for
greater control bandwidth, and Load Derivative may be increased to
increase the rate of change in Speed Bias Output during a transient.
This completes the integrating load control setup. Continue with Isochronous
Load Sharing Adjustments or Final Load Control Setup if Base Load is the only
operating mode to be used.
Isochronous Load Sharing Adjustment

This procedure sets up and verifies the isochronous load sharing mode of
operation. In Isochronous Load Sharing, the unit load is compared to the system
load to generate a proportional error signal to safely operate in parallel with
another system. An isolated load sharing bus may be used to do this setup for
simple load sharing systems.
This mode is also selected when operating as a slave, when another DSLC
control, operating in the process control master mode, is used to set the system
load level. The unit may be paralleled against a utility bus to do this slave setup,
as long as a master DSLC control is paralleled to the utility bus with the slave
unit.
1. Verify the Menu 2 Rated Load set point is set to the desired 100% load
rating of the machine. Load sharing is on a per-unit basis to allow for
differences in the kW rating of various machines in the system. For
example, assume system load demand is 50% of the capacity of the units
operating in the load sharing mode. If one unit's Rated Load is 100 kW, that
unit will be operating at 50 kW. If another unit's Rated Load is 500 kW, that
unit will be operating at 250 kW, etc.
2. Select the Menu 0 Active DSLCs set point. Verify that the number displayed
corresponds to the number of DSLC controls currently installed and
powered up.
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NOTE
It is desirable to power all DSLC controls in the system and verify that all
units show the correct number of active DSLC controls. Duplicate Menu 5
Network Address set points, wiring errors, an overloaded network, or
defective DSLC controls can cause an incorrect result. To aid
troubleshooting, a DSLC control can be powered down to determine what
effect it had on the other controls.
3. Set Loadshare Gain to 0.72. This value has been determined to be correct
for most load sharing systems.
4. Open the Base Load and Load/Unload switch contacts.
5. Select Menu 8, System Load menu item. The current percent of total system
load should be displayed. Note that System Load may be the load specified
by a master unit.
6. Select the synchronizer Run mode to synchronize and parallel the unit to
the load sharing system.
7. When the circuit breaker closes, the machine should pick up the load
specified by the Unload Trip set point on Menu 2 and operate in the Unload
Parallel (actually base load) load control mode. If total system load percent
is less than the unit load percentage as defined by the Unload Trip set point,
the unit will simply load share with the system until the system load exceeds
that unit load percentage.
8. Close the Load/Unload switch contact. The unit should ramp until the unit
load percentage equals the system load percentage, and then enter the
isochronous load sharing mode of operation.
9. If sufficient system load is available, close the Base Load contact. The unit
should ramp until unit load matches the Base Load Reference level. Open
the Base Load contact. The unit should ramp back into load sharing.
10. Open the Load/Unload switch contact. The DSLC control should ramp load
to the Unload Trip level, de-energize the CB Open relay, and disconnect the
unit from the system.
11. If system transient testing may be done, with load banks or large loads
switching on and off, the Loadshare Gain set point may be adjusted only if
necessary. If the unit picks up load too quickly compared to the system, as
may occur on a small, fast machine, operating with large and slower ones,
reduce the gain setting. Conversely, if the unit is slow, increase the gain
setting.
12. With the unit operating in isochronous parallel, adjust the engine speed
setting slightly to cause an error in load sharing percentage. Set Frequency
Trimmer to Enabled. The load should slowly return to the correct
percentage.
This completes the isochronous load sharing adjustments. Do the 4–20 mA

Remote Load Reference Setup if applicable, or proceed to the Final Load Control
Setup section.
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4–20 mA Remote Load Reference Setup

Do the following steps if the 4–20 mA Remote Load Reference is to be used. The
value of the 4–20 mA Remote Load Reference Input may be observed on Menu
6.
1. Set Menu 2 4mA Remote Load and 20ma Remote Load set points to the
kW load to operate at the respective input levels. The kW load for the 4mA
setting may be higher than that of the 20mA setting for an inverse-acting
system. The DSLC control will linearly interpolate the reference between the
two settings.
2. Synchronize, parallel, and load the machine to Base Load. Apply the 4–20
mA Remote Load Reference Input signal to the DSLC control. Adjust the
Remote Reference to some level different than Base Load or use the Raise
Load or Lower Load contacts to shift the unit load to a different level.
3. Close both the Raise Load and Lower Load contacts to select the 4–20
Remote Load Reference Input. The Load Control Mode on Menu 8 should
indicate Remote Ramp and the load should ramp to the level specified by
the 4–20 mA input.
4. Raise and lower the 4–20 mA signal. Load will ramp at the rate of change in
reference specified by the Menu 2 Raise Rate and Lower Rate set points.
Raise Rate and Lower Rate set points may be adjusted to achieve
satisfactory performance.
5. Open the Raise Load and Lower Load contacts. The Load Control Mode
should indicate Base Load. The load reference will remain at the current
value. The raise and lower contacts will now raise and lower the Base Load
Reference as before.
6. Momentarily open and close the Load/Unload switch contacts. The load
should ramp to the Base Load Ref setting.
This completes the remote load reference setup procedure. Proceed with Final
Load Control Setup.
Final Load Control Setup

1. Set Menu 2 Load Time and Unload Time times to their final desired values.
2. Set Raise Rate and Lower Rate to their final desired values.
3. Set Unload Trip and Base Load set points to their final desired values.
4. Set the High Limit PU (pick up) and DO (drop out) set points to their final
values. The High Limit PU set point should be set to limit the load reference
even if the alarm and high limit switch will not be used.
5. Set the Low Limit PU and DO set points to their final values. The Low Limit
PU set point should be set to limit the load reference even if the alarm and
low limit switch will not be used.
6. If it is desired that the Alarm output will also de-energize the alarm relay
when load reaches the High Limit PU, set the High Limit Alarm set point to
Enabled. The alarm will be automatically cleared when load drops below the
High Limit DO switch point.
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when load reaches the Low Limit PU, set the Low Limit Alarm set point to
Enabled. The alarm will be automatically cleared when load increases to
above the Low Limit DO switch point.
8. If it is desired that the high and low limit switches also activate the High Limit
and Low Limit relay driver outputs, set the Load Limit Switches set point to
Enabled.
9. Set the Load Switch PU and Load Switch DO set points to their desired
operating levels or set the Reverse Power Trip, Instant Reverse Power, Rev
Pwr Time Delay, and Reverse Pwr Level to use the load switch output for a
reverse power relay.
10. When all load control setup is completed, press the “SAVE” key on the
Hand Held Programmer to store modified set points.
11. Record all Menu 2 set points in their respective locations in Appendix A.
Process Control Adjustment

This section contains instructions for setup of the DSLC Process Control. Menu 6
set point for Process Input and Menu 8 set points for Process Reference and
Load Reference are provided to assist in setup and verification of process control
operation.
1. Set Menu 4 set points for Process Control Gain, Process Stability, Process
Derivative, Process Deadband, Process Droop, and Process Filter to their
default values.
2. Set Menu 5 Configuration Key to 49. Set Menu 5 Process Control Action to
Direct or Indirect as required for the process. If increasing load also
increases the process input signal level, use Direct. If increasing load
decreases the process input signal level, use Indirect.
3. Set Menu 2 Load Control Mode to Proportional. The Process Control will
compensate for changes in bus frequency.
4. Set the Process Reference set point to a value requiring approximately 50%
load to maintain the process signal level. If the required process reference is
not known at start-up, operate the DSLC control in base load mode. Use
manual adjustment of load with the Raise Load and Lower Load switches
until the desired process level is obtained. Observe the Process Input signal
on Menu 6 to determine the required Process Reference value.
5. Close the Base Load and the Process switch contacts. Close the
Load/Unload switch contacts.
6. Select the synchronizer run mode to parallel the machine with the bus. The
DSLC control will ramp into process control.
NOTE
In a slow pressure or level maintenance system, the load reference may
ramp to either limit as defined by the High Limit PU or Low Limit PU on Menu
2 and remain there for some time. It will be necessary to get closed loop
control of the process between limits in order to proceed with dynamic
adjustments.
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7. If the Process Control is unstable when taking control, decrease the
Process Control Gain set point to get stability. If decreasing Process Control
Gain results in increased instability, increase Process Stability. If the
Process Control action is too slow, increase Process Control Gain by a
factor of two. If a slow hunt is observed or excessive overshoot of the
process reference setting occurs, increase the Process Stability by a factor
of two.
8. Ramp the Process Reference as shown on Menu 9 up and down by

operating the Raise Load and Lower Load switches. Note that in the
process control mode, these switches operate on the Process Reference at
the rate specified by the Raise Reference Rate and Lower Reference Rate
set points on Menu 3. With an indirect process, the actual effect on load will
be reversed.
Continue to adjust Process Control Gain and Process Stability until

satisfactory control performance is obtained.
NOTE
Correct dynamic adjustment may be more easily observed if the Raise
Reference Rate and Lower Reference Rate set points are set somewhat
faster than will be used in service.
9. In systems experiencing rapid fluctuations in the process reference (such as

digester gas fuel pressure maintenance), reducing the Process Control
Filter set point and increasing the Process Deadband will reduce control
sensitivity to the fluctuations. Slower, but more stable, performance can be
obtained.
10. Introduce Process Droop, if required, to increase stability of the process

control loop.
11. In most systems it will not be necessary to change Process Derivative from
the default value of 0.0 seconds or Process Control Filter from the default
value. In higher performance systems, the filter frequency may be increased
for greater control bandwidth, and Process Derivative may be increased to
increase the rate of change in Load Reference during a transient.
12. Set Raise Reference Rate and Lower Reference Rate to their final values.
13. Set the Process High Limit PU and DO set points to the desired values. The
Process High Limit PU set point must be set to limit the range of the process
reference even if the alarm will not be used.
14. Set the Process Low Limit PU and DO set points to the desired values. The
Process Low Limit PU set point must be set to limit the range of the process
reference even if the alarm will not be used.
when the process input reaches the Process High Limit PU, set the Process
High Limit Alarm set point to Enabled. The alarm will be automatically
cleared when the process input level drops below the Process High Limit
DO switch point.
when the process input reaches the Process Low Limit PU, set the Process
Low Limit Alarm set point to Enabled. The alarm will be automatically
cleared when the process input increases to a level above the Process Low
Limit DO switch point.
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17. If it is desired that the high and low limit switches also activate the High Limit
and Low Limit relay driver outputs, set the Process Switches set point to
Enabled.
18. Verify dynamic performance is satisfactory under all expected operating

conditions, then press the “SAVE” key on the Hand Held Programmer to
save the dynamic and other modified settings.
19. Record all set points on Menu 3 in their respective locations in Appendix A.
This completes setup and adjustment of the DSLC Process Control function.
VAR/PF Control Adjustments

This section describes the setup and adjustment of the DSLC VAR/PF Control
function. The VAR/PF control input is the average of A, B, and C phase power
factors in PF control, and the sum of A, B, and C kVARs in VAR control. The
values of kVARs and average power factor are available on Menu 7.
NOTE
VAR/PF Control effectiveness depends on voltage regulator performance.
Adjustment of voltage through raise commands to a MOP will result in slow
reference tracking. It may also be necessary to adjust the voltage regulator
stability to achieve desired results. Consult the voltage regulator manual for
instructions.
1. Verify that the voltage matching adjustments above have been done.
2. Select Menu 4 and set VAR/PF Gain and VAR/PF Stability to their default
values.
3. Set Rated KVARs set point to the generator manufacturer's kVAR rating. If a
kVAR rating is not provided, set to 60% of the kVA rating.
4. Set KVAR Reference set point to desired kVAR load.
5. Set PF Reference to desired power factor.
6. Parallel the generator with the utility bus or an isolated bus capable of
absorbing unit load. Adjust load to approximately 50% of machine capacity.
7. Open both the Voltage Raise and Voltage Lower switch contacts by
selecting “Manual” position on the VAR/PF Control Mode switch. Select
Menu 4 and set VAR/PF Control Mode set point to PF Control.
8. Manually raise or lower the voltage to shift the power factor 0.1 to 0.2 away
from the PF Reference set point. Select the “Auto” position on the VAR/PF
Control Mode switch. The Power Factor Control should adjust the voltage
regulator to bring the power factor smoothly into control.
9. If the power factor is unstable, reduce VAR/PF Gain. If reducing VAR/PF

Gain increases instability, adjust VAR/PF Stability in the direction required to
achieve stability.
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10. Alternately disable the VAR/PF Control by selecting “Manual” and raising or
lowering voltage to shift the power factor away from the PF Reference, and
then switch the mode back to “Auto”. This switching will cause a disturbance
to aid in doing the following dynamic adjustments.
An alternate, but less convenient, method of creating a reactive power

disturbance is to switch VAR/PF Control Mode to Disabled, manually
change voltage to get an offset in power factor or kVAR load, and then set
VAR/PF Control Mode to the desired operating mode of PF Control or VAR
Control.
11. If the control action is too slow to bring the PF or kVAR load into control,
increase the VAR/PF Gain. If increasing the gain results in instability,
decrease the VAR/PF Stability. If the control action is too fast, reduce the
VAR/PF Gain. If overshoot of the set point occurs, increase VAR/PF
Stability.
Repeat adjustments of VAR/PF Gain and Stability until satisfactory control

of the reactive load during transients is obtained.
12. Select the desired operating mode, either PF Control or VAR Control. Set
the appropriate reference for the desired operating point.
13. Ramp load up and down throughout the expected normal load operating
range. The power factor or kVAR load should smoothly control with only a
small time delay.
14. Set the PF Deadband set point to minimize control response to small
variations in power factor. This is especially important in systems where a
MOP is used for voltage adjustment, to prevent excessive wear of MOP
components.
15. If desired, set the voltage trim function to enabled. Set the voltage regulation
to the desired percentage. If enabled, the DSLC controls operating in
isochronous automatic power factor sharing mode will adjust the bus
voltage to the voltage reference (within the voltage regulation percentage)
before making corrections to share power factor.
16. When you have obtained satisfactory performance of the VAR/PF Control,
press the “SAVE” key on the Hand Held Programmer.
17. Record values of set points in Appendix A for future reference.
When the VAR/PF Control is enabled for either PF Control or VAR Control,
power factor sharing will be done automatically when in isochronous load sharing
mode.
This completes VAR/PF Control adjustments.
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Conclusion of Setup Procedures

This completes the adjustment chapter. Be sure to save the set points by
pressing the “SAVE” key on the Hand Held Programmer. Run through all the set
points and record them for future reference in Appendix A. This can be useful if a
replacement control is necessary or for start-up of another similar unit. Power
down the control for about 10 seconds. Restore power and verify that all set
points are as recorded.
CAUTION—SAVE SET POINTS

To prevent possible damage to the engine resulting from improper control
settings, make sure you save the set points before removing power from the
control. Failure to save the set points before removing power from the
control causes them to revert to the previously saved settings.
Disconnect the Hand Held Programmer from the control.
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Chapter 4.
Synchronizer Description
Introduction
Synchronization, as normally applied to the generation of electricity, is the
matching of the output voltage wave form of one synchronous alternating current
electrical generator with the voltage wave form of another alternating current
electrical system. For the two systems to be synchronized and connected in
parallel, five conditions must be considered:
• the number of phases in each system;
• the direction of rotation of the phases;
• the voltage amplitudes of the two systems;
• the frequencies of the two systems ;
• the phase angle of the voltage of the two systems.
The first two conditions are determined when the equipment is specified,
installed, and wired. The synchronizer matches the remaining conditions
(voltage, frequency, and phase) before the paralleling breakers are closed.
Functional Description
This section describes how generator and bus matching occurs and how all
conditions are verified by the synchronizer functions. Figure 4-1 shows the
functional block diagram of the synchronizer for reference during the following
descriptions.
Operating Modes
The operation of the synchronizer is determined by the mode switch as shown in
Figure 4-2. The four modes are Off, Run, Check, and Permissive. When the
switch is off, the synchronizer is out of operation.
Run mode allows normal synchronizer operation and breaker closure signals.
The speed bias signal (explained below) is maintained throughout the breaker
closure signal. When the specified closure signal time has elapsed or the CB
(circuit breaker) aux contact closure signal is received at terminal 47, the
synchronizer is disabled. The synchronizer may optionally be reset automatically
when the generator is disconnected from the bus.
Check mode allows normal synchronizing and voltage matching, but does not
issue a breaker closure signal.
Permissive mode enables the synch-check function for proper synchronization,

but synchronizer operation does not affect the engine's speed or generator
voltage. If phase, frequency, and voltage are within proper limits, the
synchronizer issues the breaker closure command.
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Figure 4-1. Synchronizer Block Diagram

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Figure 4-2. Synchronizer Wiring Diagrams (wye and open delta)
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Dead Bus Closing

When a dead bus is detected and dead bus closing mode is enabled, the
synchronizer will attempt to get an exclusive lock on permission to issue a
breaker closure command. This security is required to prevent two or more units
from closing their breakers at the same time. To provide this security, a network
message requesting the lock is made to all other DSLC™ controls currently
active on the network.
When a DSLC control receives a lock request, it does the following actions:
1. If a deadbus permission request is not also currently being made, a

deadbus condition is indicated, and the AUX CONTACT discrete input is
inactive (the DSLC control returns a reply message to the requesting unit).
NOTE
The AUX CONTACT open requirement backs up the deadbus condition in
the event of a bus PT failure. If a deadbus condition is indicated by lack of
bus voltage, but the generator breaker is closed, a reply will not be sent.
2. If a deadbus permission request is also being made and that request

sequentially precedes the received request, the received request is
retained, otherwise the reply is sent. (In the event of a sequential tie, the unit
with the lower assigned address wins.)
When all other units have replied verifying that they also indicate a dead bus
(bus input less than 40 Vac L-N) and do not hold a lock, the requesting unit then
holds lock permission and may attempt to close its circuit breaker. The lock is
released automatically after issuing the circuit breaker closure command. This
will allow any other unit to get permission to lock if the breaker fails to close.
The dead bus closing function may be enabled or disabled by the user with a set
point.
NOTE
See Appendix C for compatibility with obsolete DSLC controls when dead-
bus closing is set to Enabled.
Voltage Matching
The voltages of the generators in a parallel system must be matched within a
small percentage to minimize the reactive power flow in the system. If two
synchronous generators of unequal voltage are paralleled, the combined voltage
will have a value different from the voltage generated by either of the generators.
The difference in voltages results in reactive currents flowing in the system with
subsequent lowered system efficiency.
If a synchronous generator is paralleled to a larger system such as a utility, a

difference in voltages before paralleling will not change the voltage of the bus. If
the generator voltage is lower than the bus voltage, reactive power will be drawn
from the bus and used to excite the generator to the higher bus voltage. In the
case where the generator voltage is low enough, the reactive power flow could
motorize the generator with potential damage to the generator windings.
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The voltage matching circuits of the synchronizer function in the DSLC control are
shown in Figure 4-3. The voltages proportional to the generator A phase and bus A
phase are input to the sample and hold circuits of the A/D (analog-to-digital)
converter where they held until actually read by the A/D converter. This process is
repeated for the desired number of samples and cycles of the ac input wave forms.
Figure 4-3. Synchronizer Block Schematic
The microprocessor then computes the RMS values of the voltages. The
processor issues appropriate raise or lower commands to the voltage regulator
MOP, or adjustment of the voltage bias signal if used, to the voltage regulator to
bring the generator voltage within the specified window above the bus voltage.
To guarantee that reactive power will be generated, window range is from equal
to bus voltage to the specified percentage above bus voltage.
The automatic voltage matching function may be enabled or disabled with a set
point. When enabled, voltage matching will occur in both the Check and Run
modes and is verified only by the sync-check function in Permissive mode.
Phase Matching Synchronizing

The phase matching synchronizing mode corrects the frequency and phase of
the generator to lock it to the bus frequency and phase. Phase matching
synchronizing is automatically selected when the slip frequency reference set
point is set to zero. The microprocessor uses signal processing techniques to
derive the difference in phase of the generator A and bus A phase voltage
signals. When there is a difference, the synchronizer sends a correction signal to
the speed control. The correction signal from the speed bias output increases or
decreases engine speed depending on whether the slip is faster or slower than
the bus. A PI (proportional, integral) controller provides the correction signal.
Gain and Stability adjustments to the PI controller are provided to allow stable
operation of the automatic synchronizer function over a wide range of system
dynamics.
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Slip Frequency Synchronizing

In larger systems, it is often desirable for the oncoming generator speed to be
slightly higher than the bus when the generator breaker is closed. This assures
that power immediately flows out of the generator and into the system. The slip
frequency automatic synchronizing function is enabled when the slip frequency
reference set point is set to a non-zero value.
The synchronizer automatically controls the generator at the specified slip

frequency. The DSLC control outputs an error signal to the auxiliary or summing
point of an electronic speed control to provide the correction. Gain and Stability
adjustments to the slip frequency PI controller are provided to allow stable
operation of the automatic synchronizer function over a wide range of system
dynamics.
Synch-check
The synch-check function determines when all conditions for proper
synchronization are satisfied and energizes the breaker closure relay. The
generator and bus voltage comparison is made if the voltage matching function is
enabled. The generator voltage must be within the specified voltage window
above bus voltage before the breaker closure command may be given.
To minimize transients, the breaker must be closed when the phase difference
between the generator and bus is near zero. Due to delays in any interposing
relays and to the delay in closing the circuit breaker, the synchronizer must
initiate the breaker closing ahead of the zero phase point. The control uses slip
frequency and the specified breaker delay to predict breaker closure. The phase
and slip frequency windows provide maximum and minimum conditions on the
prediction. When all conditions of voltage and phase are met, then the breaker
closure command is given.
Multiple Shot Reclosing

The multiple shot reclosing function allows multiple closing attempts. The control
provides set points for the number of close tries and the reclosure delay timing.
Failure to get closure after the specified number of tries locks out the
synchronizer by setting it to the auto-off mode and, if the alarm is enabled, de-
energizing the alarm relay. The synchronizer must then be reset by cycling the
mode switch to off and back to run. The multiple shot closing function is disabled
by setting the reclosing count to one.
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Chapter 5.
Real Power Control Description
Introduction
The DSLC™ control provides several modes of generator load operation. These
are:
• isochronous load sharing;
• system bus parallel or isolated unit droop based on real power;
• system bus parallel base loading;
• process controlled generator load.
Base Load operation controls generator set real power, which in integrating
mode is independent of variations in bus frequency. With the VAR/Power Factor
control, reactive power may also be controlled independent of bus voltage
variations.
Automatic ramping functions provide bumpless transfer of load when adding or

removing generator capacity to a system or changing the mode of load control
operation.
Power Sensor Theory of Operation

The digital signal processing (DSP) power measurement technique used by the
DSLC control involves periodic sampling of the voltage and current over an
integral number of wave forms. The microprocessor computes the product of the
voltage and current samples, then sums and averages the products to give a
computation of power.
The average power measured over an interval of n samples is given by
where Vi and Ii are simultaneous samples of voltage and current equally spaced
in time. The average power in the three phase system is the sum of the power in
each phase.
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While the power measurement is of the greatest interest, other functions may
also be derived from the raw data. These are
where T is the sampling period. The sampling period is derived from the zero
crossings of the A phase voltage signal.
Load Sensor Hardware Description

The digital load sensor gets timing information from the generator A phase
voltage signal. Voltages proportional to the voltage and load current for each
phase are routed to the sample-and-hold circuits of the A/D converters. The
simultaneous sampled values representing voltage and current are held when a
conversion-store signal is received from the microprocessor. Each input is then
converted and an interrupt is generated when all inputs are converted. The
microprocessor then reads the digital values from A/D registers. This procedure
is repeated at regular intervals to provide input for further signal processing.
To provide accuracy in the presence of noise and harmonics on the inputs,

multiple samples of each wave form over a number of cycles of the input are
taken to get the power measurement.
Power System Management Concepts

This section provides a review of the operation of droop, isochronous,
droop/isochronous, isochronous load sharing, and base load. These concepts
provide an understanding for power management.
Droop
Droop is a decrease in speed or frequency, proportional to load. That is, as the
load increases, the speed or frequency decreases as illustrated in Figure 5-1.
This reduction in speed is accomplished with negative feedback. The feedback
increases as the system is loaded.
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Droop is expressed as the percentage reduction in speed that occurs when the
generator is fully loaded. With a given droop setting, a generator set will always
produce the same power output at a particular speed or frequency. Droop
sometimes is called the percent speed regulation.
If all generator sets in a droop system have the same droop setting, they will
each share load proportionally. The amount of load will depend on their speed
settings. If the system load changes, the system frequency will also change. A
change in speed setting will then be required to offset the change in feedback
and return the system to its original speed or frequency. In order for each
generator set in the system to maintain the same proportion of the shared load,
each generator will require the same change in speed setting.
Figure 5-1. Droop Mode
Isochronous
Isochronous means repeating at a single rate or having a fixed frequency or
period. A generating set operating in the isochronous mode will operate at the
same set frequency regardless of the load it is supplying up to the full load
capability of the generator set, as illustrated in Figure 5-2. This mode can be
used on one generator set running by itself in an isolated system.
The isochronous mode can also be used on a generator set connected in parallel
with other generator sets. Unless the governors are load sharing and speed
controls, however, no more than one of the generator sets operating in parallel
can be in the isochronous mode. If two generator sets operating in the
isochronous mode without load sharing controls are tied together to the same
load, one of the units will try to carry the entire load and the other will shed all of
its load. In order to share load with other units, some additional means must be
used to keep each generator set from either trying to take all the load or from
motorizing.
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Figure 5-2. Isochronous Mode
Droop/Isochronous Load Sharing on an Isolated Bus

Droop/Isochronous combines the first two modes. All generator sets in the
system except one are operated in the droop mode. The one unit not in droop is
operated in the isochronous mode. It is known as the swing machine. In this
mode, the droop machines will run at the frequency of the isochronous unit. The
droop and speed settings of each droop unit are adjusted so that each generates
a fixed amount of power as illustrated in Figure 5-3. The output power of the
swing machine will change to follow changes in the load demand.
Maximum load for this type of system is limited to the combined output of the
swing machine the total set power of the droop machines. The minimum system
load cannot be allowed to decrease below the output set for the droop machines.
If it does, the system frequency will change, and the swing machine can be
motorized.
The machine with the highest output capacity should be operated as the swing
machine, so that the system will accept the largest load changes within its
capacity.
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Figure 5-3. Droop/Isochronous Load Sharing
Isochronous Load Sharing on an Isolated Bus

Isochronous load sharing operates all generator sets in a system in the
isochronous mode. Load sharing is accomplished by adding a load sensor to
each electronic isochronous governor. The load sensors are interconnected by
the load sharing lines, which in the case of the DSLC control is done digitally via
the network. Any imbalance in load between units will cause a change to the
regulating circuit in each governor. While each unit continues to run at
isochronous speed, these changes force each machine to supply a proportional
share of power to meet the total load demand on the system as illustrated in
Figure 5-4.
Base Load on an Isolated Bus

Base Load is a method of setting a base or fixed load on a machine operating in
parallel with an isolated bus. This is accomplished by using an isochronous load
control and providing a reference at which to control the load. The governor will
force the generator output to increase or decrease until the output of the load
sensor is equal to the reference setting. At this point, the system is in balance.
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This method can be used only where other generator sets are producing enough
power to meet the change in load demand. This operating mode is ideal for
either soft loading additional units into an isochronous system, or for derating or
unloading a machine.
Base Load
Base Load for a system paralleled to an infinite bus or utility is the same as Base
Load in an isolated system. The advantage of base loading over droop is that
when separating from a utility, there is no frequency change. Simply removing
the bias signal on breaking from the utility returns the system to isochronous.
Figure 5-4. Isochronous Load Sharing
Automatic Generator Loading Functions

The automatic generator loading functions of the DSLC control are designed to
be used with the speed control to automatically control the loading and unloading
of the generator. This accomplishes a bumpless transfer when paralleling the
generator to a load sharing or infinite bus system, or when separating a
generator from a system.
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Load Control Mode Switching

Load control operation is determined by the status of the contacts to the CB Aux
contact input, terminal 47, and the load control mode select contact inputs. When
the CB Aux contact input is open, droop is the only available operating mode. In
single unit operation, speed will decrease as load increases, as described above.
In parallel with a bus, the generator is loaded by increasing the speed reference.
The DSLC control will provide the droop signal required for stability.
When the CB Aux contact input is closed when the generator is paralleled to a
bus, the load control operating mode contact inputs become effective. These
inputs are Base Load, terminal 50, Load/Unload, terminal 51, and Process
Control, terminal 55, as shown in Figure 5-5. For a description of operation with
the process control switch contact closed, see Chapter 7. With the Process
Control contact open, the load control operating modes are:
1. Both open —isochronous load sharing at unload trip level

2. Base Load only closed —base load at unload trip level
3. Load/Unload only closed —isochronous load sharing system
4. Both closed —base load in parallel bus systems.
The DSLC control base load mode is selected by a closed base load contact and
a closed load/unload contact. This function can be used in one of two modes,
either as a control to load against a utility or to isolate a single generator set from
a load sharing system and load that set to a specific load. The second mode can
also be used when a controlled unload is desired without taking the generator set
off line.
The DSLC control also includes a ramp pause function that allows for
temperature, oil pressure, etc., to reach the desired operating point. The pause
function is activated by an external contact closure to terminal 52. If at any time
during the load or unload ramp, the pause contact is closed, the load ramp is
held until the pause command is removed.
Automatic Load Control Applications

Soft Loading into a Load Sharing System
The mode for automatic soft loading into a load sharing system is selected with
an open Base Load contact input, terminal 50. The Load/Unload input, terminal
51, activates the soft loading function after the oncoming generator set is
properly synchronized and the paralleling generator breaker closes, which also
closes the generator CB Aux contacts to terminal 47.
When the CB Aux contact is closed with the Base Load and Load/Unload inputs
open, isochronous load sharing mode at a derated load is automatically selected.
The derated load will be at the specified unload trip level unless the system load
indicates that the unit load should be less than the unload trip level. In that case,
the unit will load share at the lower level. This condition will occur on lightly load
systems, or if the unit is the only one (first) in the load sharing system and no
load is applied.
When this DSLC control is the first unit on line in a load sharing system, the
Load/Unload contact should already be closed when the CB Aux contact is
closed. This allows the unit to accept applied load immediately. The operating
mode will be single unit isochronous in this case.
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Figure 5-5. Load Control Plant Wiring Diagrams (wye and open delta)
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If the Load/Unload contact input was closed when the CB Aux contact was
closed, the soft loading ramp will be started immediately. Otherwise, load sharing
at the derated load will continue. When the loading ramp is activated, the soft
loading function compares the load on the oncoming unit with the load on the
load sharing system. The load ramp then linearly increases the load on the unit
at the rate set by the Load Ramp Time set point. When the loads match, the
ramp is shut off. In the case of an unloaded system, or when derated shared load
is below the unload trip level, the unit enters load sharing without the ramp
function. The pause command may be used to hold the ramp if desired.
Soft Unloading from a Load Sharing System

The unload sequence is initiated by opening the Load/Unload contact. The DSLC
control then ramps the load down to zero at the preset rate. When the load
reaches the Unload Trip Level set point, the low side driver for the Breaker Open
relay, terminal 22, is momentarily deactivated to initiate the opening of the
generator breaker. This command can be used to separate the engine generator
set from the paralleled system.
Base Loading Against a Utility

The base load function is selected by connecting the Base Load contact input,
terminal 50, to a set of utility breaker auxiliary contacts. The CB Aux contact
input, terminal 47, is connected to a set of generator breaker auxiliary contacts.
When both generator and utility breakers are closed, the unit load will be set to
the unload trip level. When the Load/Unload contact connected to terminal 51 is
closed, the load ramp starts and the unit load is increased to match the base
load set point. The base load can be adjusted up or down while in the base load
mode with the Raise Load and Lower Load contact inputs. The Load Raise and
Lower inputs cannot adjust the base load reference above the High Limit PU or
below the Low Limit PU (Menu 2). The load will follow at a rate set by the
appropriate raise or lower rate set points. When both the Raise and Lower Load
contacts are closed, the external 4–20 mA load setting input will take precedence
over the internal base load set point when above 2 mA (0.5 Vdc).
The Load/Unload input, terminal 51, will initiate the unload sequence. Opening
the unload switch contacts commands the ramp to decrease the demand on the
generator to the unload trip level. When the trip level is reached, the breaker
open command relay is momentarily deactivated to separate the generator from
the utility. When the CB Aux contacts open, the DSLC control will remove the
bias signal from the speed control and reset the loading function for the next
breaker closure.
Base Load and Load Sharing Systems

When the generator is paralleled and load sharing, closing the Base Load
contact to terminal 50 activates the base load function. Load on any parallel load
sharing units is disregarded. Load will ramp in the increasing or decreasing
direction until the unit load matches the Base Load set point. The load will follow
at a rate set by the appropriate load or unload time set points. The base load can
be adjusted up or down while in the base load mode with the Raise Load and
Lower Load contact inputs. The load will follow at a rate set by the appropriate
raise or lower rate set points.
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When both the Raise and Lower Load contacts are closed, the external 4–20 mA
load setting input will take precedence over the internal base load set point when
above 2 mA (0.5 Vdc). Opening the Base Load contact initiates the return of the
system to load sharing. The unit load is ramped up or down until it matches the
system load sharing level, and then ramps are disabled.
Reverse Power Relay Description

Setting Reverse Power Trip (Menu 2) to ENABLE selects terminal 25 as the
reverse power trip output. The load switch will not operate based on the Load
Switch PU and Load Switch DO settings when the Reverse Power Trip is
enabled. The time required to activate the load switch output is calculated using
the following formula:
Reverse Pwr Level (%KW) * Rev Pwr Time Delay

Time to trip =
Actual Load (%KW)
Example:
Reverse Power Trip = Enabled
Instant Reverse Power = –10%
Rev Pwr Time Delay = 20 s
Reverse Power Level = –1%
Actual Load = –4%
–1% * 20 s
Time to trip = =5s
–4%
Figure 5-6. Reverse Power Trip
NOTE
If actual load falls below the instant reverse power setting, the time to trip is
0 second, as represented by the horizontal line at 10% load.
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Chapter 6.
VAR/Power Factor Control Description
Introduction
The VAR/PF control is operational in full-function DSLC™ models only.
When a small generator is paralleled with a utility, the synchronizer voltage

matching function adjusts the generator voltage to match that of the utility.
Voltage variations that may occur in the utility system after paralleling can cause
large changes in reactive current in the generator. The VAR/Power Factor
Control provides closed loop control of either VARs or power factor when
operating in parallel with another power system when that system can accept the
reactive load.
Voltage adjustment, however, can only affect reactive power when another
system is available to accept the reactive load. So the VAR/Power Factor control
functions are automatically switched to Power Factor sharing when single unit or
isochronous load sharing modes of operation are selected (Base Load contact to
terminal 50 is open).
The VAR/PF control mode of operation is selected by setting the VAR/PF Control
Mode set point on Menu 4. When either VAR or PF control mode is selected, the
control function is set to Auto by closing both the Voltage Raise and Voltage
Lower contacts. The VAR/PF control is disabled when both switch contacts are
open. Manual operation of voltage level is provided by closing the Voltage Raise
or Voltage Lower contacts individually.
The voltage bias output is reset to 0% when automatic VAR/PF control is

selected and the CB Aux input is opened.
NOTE
If cross-current compensation is installed on the voltage regulator, it must
be removed prior to using the VAR/PF mode of control, or instabilities may
result. The droop CTs must remain connected to their voltage regulator.
VAR Control
The VAR control adjusts generator voltage to maintain a constant reactive power
(kVAR) load on the generator throughout the KW operating range. This assures
sufficient excitation of the generator field under all load conditions. A set point is
provided to set the desired VARs. The VAR control function may be enabled with
VAR/PF Control mode selection set point.
Power Factor Control

The power factor control adjusts generator voltage to maintain a constant power
angle throughout the KW operating range. A set point is provided to set the
desired power factor reference. The power factor control function may be
enabled with the VAR/PF Control mode selection set point.
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Power Factor Sharing

When either VAR or Power Factor Control is selected, and the DSLC control is
operating in isochronous load sharing mode, power factor sharing is
automatically selected. Power factor sharing adjusts the voltage regulators so
that all generators carry the same proportion of reactive load by balancing the
power factor on all units. A voltage reference set point is provided to define the
system operating voltage. If enabled, the voltage trim function will maintain the
bus voltage to the voltage reference plus-or-minus the voltage regulation
percentage.
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Chapter 7.
Process Control Description
Introduction
The process control is operational in full-function DSLC models only.
The process control function of the DSLC control will control any process where
the controlled parameter is determined by the generator load, and the controlled
parameter can be monitored as a 4–20 mA or 1–5 Vdc input signal.
The control compares the input signal to the process set point, or the external
load reference signal if it is used, and adjusts the generator load to maintain the
desired set point.
Description
Figure 7-1 shows a block diagram of the process control function. The process
control mode is selected when the process input, base load, CB Aux, and
load/unload switch contacts are closed. The process input signal is compared
with the process reference, which may be either the internal fixed reference or
the 4–20 mA remote process reference input. In process control mode, the Raise
Load and Lower Load contact inputs operate on the process control reference
rather than on the load reference. When the internal reference is used, the Raise
Load and Lower Load contact inputs raise and lower the process reference
rather than generator load. The 4–20 mA remote reference input becomes the
process reference and is selected when both the Raise Load and Lower Load
contact inputs are closed.
When the process function is initially selected, the reference is set equal to the
internal or remote process reference. If the process input and process reference are
not equal, the control ramps the load reference in the appropriate direction to reduce
the difference error. When the process error reaches zero or the load reference
reaches the maximum or minimum values, the process control is enabled.
When the process control is enabled, the error signal between the process
reference and process signal is input to a PID (Proportional, Integral, Derivative)
controller operating in cascade with the load control. The output of the controller
is a load reference which is limited by the high and low load limit set points to
prevent overload or reverse power on the generator. The load setting signal is
output from the load control to the speed control to set control at the required
load to maintain the desired process level.
Additional features of the process control are an adjustable process input signal
filter and adjustable deadband on the integrator. The adjustable filter allows
reducing bandwidth when controlling a noisy process such as experienced in
digester gas fuel applications. The deadband is useful in both noisy applications
as well as for very slow processes.
The process control function is configurable for direct and inverse action. Direct
process control is where the sensed input signal increases as the load increases
(such as where the sensed input is exhaust pressure or export power). An
inverse action control is where the sensed input signal decreases as the load
increases (such as when controlling import power where the import power will
decrease as the generating system picks up more of the local load).
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Figure 7-1. Process Control Block Diagram

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Chapter 8.
Echelon LonWorks® Network
Introduction
The communications network used by the DSLC™ control is Echelon
Corporation's LonWorks® technology. An Echelon Neuron® chip operates as a
slave processor to the DSLC control main processor. As described in previous
chapters, LonWorks provides the interconnection between all DSLC controls
over which information for deadbus breaker closing permission, load sharing,
and power factor sharing occurs (see Figure 8-1).
Figure 8-1. Typical LON Setup
The network may also include a Woodward Master Synchronizer or Master

Synchronizer and Load control (MSLC). One of the optional devices may be
included in the system with no additional wiring between it and the DSLC
controls other than the twisted pair wiring of the network. Information on
operation with an MSLC or Master Synchronizer is contained in their respective
manuals.
The DSLC control contains diagnostics software to assist in verifying proper

operation of the network and to aid in troubleshooting in case of problems.
Diagnostic and other network test information is contained in Chapter 9
(Troubleshooting).
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The DSLC control also provides optional remote metering, control status and
alarm monitoring, and full remote control capability over the network when
connected to the appropriate LonWorks-compatible devices through a custom
installation. This chapter provides information on network specifications and the
optional capabilities of the DSLC control. Contact Woodward for full information
on optional devices to take advantage of these features.
Remote Metering
The following listing shows the actual values as applied to the DSLC control. The
values are not necessarily the same as the values displayed on the Hand Held
Programmer. The Hand Held Programmer displays values which are multiplied
by the PT and CT ratios (voltages may be displayed as line-to-line or line-to-
neutral voltages). Metering values are updated at a one-second rate and are
intended for monitoring purposes only. All the information is contained in three
structures of the following format and are labeled ELEC_PARA_OUT1,
ELEC_PARA_OUT2, ELEC_PARA_OUT3:
Output Structures DATA 1 Unsigned Long (16-BIT)

DATA 2 Long int (16-BIT)
The following signals are available through the LonWorks network:
ELEC_PARA_OUT1
DATA1: Discrete output and PT configuration mask.
0x0001 If set DO alarm relay driver is energized.
0x0002 If set DO low limit relay driver is energized.
0x0004 If set DO high limit relay driver is energized.
0x0008 If set DO load limit relay driver is energized.
0x0010 If set DO voltage lower relay driver is energized.
0x0020 If set DO voltage raise relay driver is energized.
0x0040 If set DO breaker open relay driver is energized.
0x0080 If set DO breaker close relay driver is energized.
0x0100 If set Delta configured Potential Transformers, else WYE.
0x0200 Not used.
0x0400 Not used.
0x0800 Not used.
0x1000 Not used.
0x2000 Not used.
0x4000 This bit is set to indicate that this is the first type of electrical
parameter out.
0x8000 This bit is not set but is reserved for type of electrical parameter
out.
DATA2: A-Phase voltage encoded as 10 times the voltage sensed on the
DSLC terminal.
V_a = (DATA2/10) * (PT_RATIO)
DATA3: B-Phase voltage encoded as 10 times the voltage sensed on the
DSLC terminal.
V_b = (DATA3/10) * (PT_RATIO)
DATA4: C-Phase voltage encoded as 10 times the voltage sensed on the
DSLC terminal.
V_c = (DATA4/10) * (PT_RATIO)
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DATA5: Bus A-Phase voltage encoded as 10 times the voltage sensed
on the DSLC terminal.
V_bus = (DATA5/10) * (PT_RATIO)
DATA6: Power Factor encoded as follows: Unity power factor appears as
0, leading power factors appear as negative values ranging from
0 to -20,000, and lagging power factors appear as positive
values ranging from 0 to 20,000.
PF = 1 - (DATA6/20,000) for DATA6 >= 0
PF = 1 + (DATA6/20,000) for DATA6 < 0
DATA7: PT Ratio - PT Ratio is scaled by 10 for resolution.
PT_RATIO = DATA7/10
ELEC_PARA_OUT2
DATA1: Active alarms in the DSLC.
0x0001 If set SYNC_TIMEOUT alarm is active.
0x0002 If set SYNC_RECLOSE alarm is active.
0x0004 If set LOAD_HIGH_LIMIT alarm is active.
0x0008 If set LOAD_LOW_LIMIT alarm is active.
0x0010 If set PROCESS_HIGH_LIMIT alarm is active.
0x0020 If set PROCESS_LOW_LIMIT alarm is active.
0x0040 If set VOLTAGE_RANGE alarm is active.
0x0080 If set VOLTAGE_LOW_LIMIT alarm is active.
0x0100 If set VOLTAGE_HIGH_LIMIT alarm is active.
0x0200 Not used.
0x0400 Not used.
0x0800 Not used.
0x1000 Not used.
0x2000 Not used.
0x4000 This bit is not set but is reserved for type of electrical parameter
out.
0x8000 This bit is set to indicate that this is the second type of electrical
parameter out.
DATA2: A-Phase Current encoded as 100 times the current sensed on
the DSLC terminal.
I_a = (DATA2/100) * (CT_RATIO)
DATA3: B-Phase Current encoded as 100 times the current sensed on
the DSLC terminal.
I_b = (DATA3/100) * (CT_RATIO)
DATA4: C-Phase Current encoded as 100 times the current sensed on
the DSLC terminal.
I_c = (DATA4/100) * (CT_RATIO)
DATA5: Load Reference - The present load reference in percentage of
rated load to which the DSLC is controlling. It is scaled by 200
for resolution.
LOAD_REF = DATA5/200 (100 is equal to 100%)
DATA6: Process Reference - The present process reference to which the
DSLC is controlling. It is scaled by 200 for resolution.
PROCESS_REF = DATA6/200 (20 is equal to 20 mA)
DATA7: CT Ratio - Encoded as primary circuit amps that give 5 amps on
the secondary.
CT_RATIO = DATA7/5
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ELEC_PARA_OUT3
DATA1: Synchronizer (high byte) and Load Control (low byte) active state
within the DSLC. These are packaged as two short integers in
one unsigned integer.
Synchronizer State:
ss_off 0
ss_check 1
ss_perm 2
ss_run 3
ss_close_timer 4
ss_sync_timer 5
ss_in_sync 6
ss_auto_off 7
Load Control State:

lcs_droop 0
lcs_unload_baseload 1
lcs_baseload_ramp 2
lcs_baseload 3
lcs_baseload_lower 4
lcs_baseload_raise 5
lcs_remote_ramp 6
lcs_remote 7
lcs_unload_parallel 8
lcs_parallel_ramp 9
lcs_parallel 10
lcs_unload_ramp 11
lcs_process_ramp 12
lcs_process_local 13
lcs_process_lower 14
lcs_process_raise 15
lcs_process_remote 16
0x4000 This bit is set to indicate that this is the third type of electrical
parameter out.
0x8000 This bit is set to indicate that this is the third type of electrical
parameter out.
DATA2: Real Power sensed by the DSLC.
P = DATA2 x CT_RATIO x PT_RATIO
DATA3: Reactive Power sensed by the DSLC.
Q = DATA3 x CT_RATIO x PT_RATIO
DATA4: Apparent Power sensed by the DSLC.
S = DATA4 x CT_RATIO x PT_RATIO
DATA5: Generator Frequency sensed on the A-Phase voltage input. It is
scaled by 100 for resolution.
GEN_HZ = DATA5/100
DATA6: Bus Frequency sensed on the bus voltage input. It is scaled by
100 for resolution.
BUS_HZ = DATA6/100
DATA7: Discrete Inputs actually seen on the DSLC terminal strip.
0x0001 sync_chk_sw_pos
0x0002 sync_perm_sw_pos
0x0004 sync_run_sw_pos
0x0008 cb_aux_sw_pos
0x0010 voltage_raise_sw_pos
0x0020 voltage_lower_sw_pos
0x0040 baseload_sw_pos
0x0080 load_sw_pos
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0x0100 ramp_pause_sw_pos
0x0200 load_raise_sw_pos
0x0400 load_lower_sw_pos
0x0800 process_sw_pos
Remote Control Inputs

net_remote_in is a network remote load or process control reference input. The
DSLC control hardware remote input must be at 0.0 mA for the network remote
input to operate. The remote input has a times-1000 scaling (that is, 20000 would
represent 20.0 mA, and 4000 would represent 4.0 mA).
net_process_in is a network input from a LonWorks-compatible process

transmitter. The DSLC control hardware process input must be at 0.0 mA for the
network process input to operate. The process input has a times-1000 scaling
(that is, 20000 would represent 20.0 mA, and 4000 would represent 4.0 ma).
net_discrete_in is a network input from a remote sequencer. The input must be

in the same format as hw_discrete_in described above. All inputs must be written
each time the network discrete input value is updated. The hardware discrete
inputs must not be used when the network input is used.
Specifications
Data Rate: 1.25 Mbps (million bits per second)
Network Isolation: 0–60 Hz: 1000 Vrms (for 60 seconds)
0–60 Hz: 277 Vrms (continuous)
Common Mode Range: 277 Vrms
Electrostatic Discharge: 15 kV
Maximum Nodes per Bus: 64 (0 to +70 °C)
32 (–20 to +85 °C)
20 (–40 to +85 °C)
Network Bus Length: 500 m (–20 to +85 °C) typical
150 m (–40 to +85 °C) typical
Maximum Stub Length: 300 mm (–40 to +85 °C)
600 mm (0 to +70 °C)
Network Termination: Required at both ends of the network
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Chapter 9.
Troubleshooting
Introduction
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—CORRECT VOLTAGE
The control can be damaged with the wrong voltage. When replacing a
control, check the power supply, battery, etc., for the correct voltage.
Bench Tests
The following tests provide a complete test procedure for the DSLC™ control. Do
each test in the order described, as results of tests depend on the results of prior
tests. Failure of any of these tests indicates a failure of the control. See Chapter
10 for instructions for returning a control for repair.
Accuracy of tests requiring an external meter will be dependent on instrument

accuracy. For best results, use only properly calibrated instruments providing
precision exceeding the calibration tolerance.
Unless otherwise specified, all inputs to the control should be disconnected or

deactivated during bench tests. Several of the tests cannot be done when the
DSLC control is in operation. The internal test software verifies that bus and
generator potentials are dead prior to executing the test or calibration procedure.
After doing a calibration step as described in the following sections, save the
calibration value by pressing the “SAVE” key on the Hand Held Programmer.
Removal of power prior to saving will result in loss of calibration data.
General
Do the following checks on the DSLC control. Then verify the functioning of set
points and adjustments.
1. Connect the Hand Held Programmer to the control in accordance with the
instructions in Chapter 3. Verify that correct voltage and polarity are applied
to the control. Verify that the programmer does its power-up test. Failure to
do the power up test indicates that either the control or Hand Held
Programmer has failed. Replace the DSLC control or Hand Held
Programmer.
2. Press the “ID” key. The message “DSLC P/N 5412-xxx xxx” or “DSLC P/N
5413-xxx xxx” should appear. Failure to display this message indicates
either the control or Hand Held Programmer has failed. Replace the DSLC
control or Hand Held Programmer.
3. Select the Diagnostics menu by pressing “0”. The Self Test Result should
display a value of 49. If any other value is displayed, contact Woodward.
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4. Select each of the menus described in Chapter 3 and verify that all set
points are as recorded during installation. If any differences are found,
change the set point(s) to the correct value. Press the “SAVE” key. The
message “Set Points Saved” should be displayed. Remove power from the
control for at least 10 seconds. Restore power and verify that correct values
were retained during power down. Failure to save values indicates the
control has failed and should be replaced.
Power Supply
To verify that the DSLC control power supply functions over its full operating
range, set the power supply voltage to the minimum specified (18 Vdc). Apply
power to the control and verify that the Self Test Result in Menu 0 is 49. If any
other value is displayed, replace the control. Set supply voltage to the maximum
specified for the model being tested and repeat the diagnostic check.
Discrete Inputs
These tests verify the correct function of each of the switch inputs.
Connect a jumper between terminals 1 and 43 of the DSLC control to connect

the discrete input common. Connect a wire to terminal 2 which will provide the
voltage source to test each of the discrete inputs.
With all discrete inputs disconnected, select Menu 9. Step through the menu and
verify that all switch inputs indicate Open.
Connect the wire from terminal 2 to terminal 44, the Synchronizer Check Mode
switch input. Verify that the Check Switch indication on Menu 9 indicates Closed.
Repeat the above step for each of the remaining discrete inputs, terminals 45
through 55, and verify that the corresponding switch input indicates Closed.
An optional minimum voltage test with an external dc power source may be done
on the discrete inputs. Connect the dc source to terminal 43 (–) and repeat the
previous tests with the voltage source set to 12 Vdc.
Process Input
This test verifies the operation and calibration of the Process Variable Input.
Connect a jumper between terminals 37 and 38 for testing with a milliamp

source. If a voltage source is to be used, do not install the jumper. Calibrate the
control with the type of source to be used in service. There is a slight difference
in calibration between milliamp and voltage input. Select the Process Input on
Menu 6. The value displayed should be 0.0 ± 0.1 mA. Connect an adjustable mA
(dc voltage) source to terminals 38 (+) and 39 (–). Set the source for 4.0 mA (1.0
Vdc). The Process Input on Menu 6 should indicate 4.0 ± 0.1 mA. Set the source
for 20.0 mA (5.0 Vdc). The Process Input should indicate 20.0 ± 0.1 mA.
To calibrate the Process Input, select Calibration Menu 6. Set the Calibration Key
to 49. Select the Process Input set point. Set the mA source to 20.0 mA (5.0
Vdc). Adjust the Process Cal set point for 20.0 ± 0.1 mA. Be sure to save the
calibration information by pressing the “SAVE” key on the Hand Held
Programmer. Repeat the above process input tests to verify correct calibration
over the input range.
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Remote Load Reference Input

This test verifies the operation and calibration of the Remote Load Reference
Input.
Connect a jumper between terminals 34 and 35 for testing with a milliamp

source. If a voltage source is to be used, do not install the jumper. Calibrate the
control with the type of source to be used in service as there is a slight difference
in calibration between milliamp and voltage input. Select the Remote Input on
Menu 6. The value displayed should be 0.0 ± 0.1 mA. Connect an adjustable 20
mA source (or 1–5 Vdc source) to terminals 35 (+) and 36 (). Set the source to
4.0 mA (1.0 Vdc). The Remote Input on Menu 6 should indicate 4.0 ± 0.1 mA.
Set the source for 20.0 mA (5.0 Vdc). The Remote Input should indicate 20.0 ±
0.1 mA.
To calibrate the Remote Input, select Calibration Menu 6 and set the Calibration
Key to 49. Select the Remote Input set point, also on menu 6. Set the mA source
to 20.0 mA (5.0 Vdc). Adjust the Remote Cal set point for 20.0 ± 0.1 mA. Repeat
the above test to verify correct calibration over the input range.
Speed Control Output

This procedure “zeros” the Speed Bias Output. Open all discrete input switches.
Select Calibration Menu 6 and set the Calibration Key to 49. Connect a dc
voltmeter to terminals 32 (+) and 33 (–). Select Speed Bias Output on Menu 6.
Verify that the speed bias output is at 0%. Cycle the power to the DSLC control
to reset the speed bias output back to 0%. Press either “Turtle Up” or “Rabbit Up”
key until the meter indicates 0.0 ± 0.1 Vdc.
Note that the range calibration of this output is not required for closed loop
operation.
Voltage Regulator Output

This procedure “zeros” the Voltage Bias Output for voltage regulators with a dc
Voltage Aux input. Select VAR/PF Control Mode on Menu 4 and set to Disabled.
Press the “SAVE” key. Remove power to the DSLC control for 10 seconds. Open
all discrete input switches. Turn on power to the DSLC control. Select Calibration
Menu 6 and set the Calibration Key to 49. Connect a dc voltmeter to terminals 30
(+) and 31 (–). Select Voltage Bias Output on Menu 6. Press either “Turtle Up” or
“Rabbit Up” key until the meter indicates 0.0 ± 0.1 Vdc.
If the VAR/PF Control Mode was previously Enabled, select VAR/PF Control
Mode on Menu 4 and set to Enabled. Press the “SAVE” key.
Note that range calibration of this output is not required for closed loop operation.
Relay Driver Outputs

This section tests the operation of each of the relay driver outputs from the
control. Tests require a voltmeter and a 250 to 1000 ohm resistor (minimum 3
watts). Generator Voltage must be removed, all discrete inputs open, and the
Test Key set point on Menu 9 set to 49 to do the following tests.
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Apply 24 Vdc power to terminals 19 () and 20 (+). Connect the resistor from the
+24 Vdc source to the Breaker Close terminal 21. Connect the dc voltmeter to
terminal 19 (–) and terminal 21 (+). The meter should indicate +24 Vdc. Select
Breaker Close Relay on Menu 9. Press either “Rabbit Up” or “Turtle Up” key. The
output should energize for approximately one second as indicated by a 0 Vdc
indication on the test meter.
Move the resistor and meter connection from terminal 21 and connect to Breaker
Open terminal 22. The meter should indicate 0 Vdc (normally energized). Select
the Breaker Open Relay set point on Menu 9. Press either “Rabbit Up” or “Turtle
Up” key. The output should de-energize for approximately one second as
indicated by a +24 Vdc indication on the test meter.
Repeat the above test procedure for each of the relay driver outputs and
corresponding Menu 9 selection.
Generator Potential Inputs

This section tests the operation and calibrates the Generator Potential Inputs.
Calibration of the input must be done for the appropriate voltage used in service.
Select Menu 5 and set Configuration Key to 49. Then set the PT Winding Ratio
to 1:1. Verify the System Frequency set point is 50 or 60 Hertz as appropriate.
Set the PT voltage input set point to 240 Vac or 120 Vac according to the DSLC
being tested. Set to 120 Vac for 120 V open delta DSLC versions. Set to 240 Vac
for 240 V open delta DSLC versions. Connect the generator potential inputs
according to the plant wiring diagram (Figure 1-3). The actual potential is not
important, but should be within 20% of the nominal input voltage (120 Vac or 240
Vac). Connect an ac voltmeter in parallel with the A phase (A phase to neutral for
wye DSLC versions or A phase to B phase for open delta DSLC versions).
Select Menu 6 and set the Calibration Key to 49. Select PT Phase A set point,
also on Menu 6. Adjust the set point to read the same as the calibration meter ±
0.1%.
Repeat the above procedure for the PT Phase B and PT Phase C generator
potential inputs.
NOTE: For open delta PTs, use:

φA = A to B
φB = B to C
φC = C to A
Restore the PT Winding Ratio, System Frequency, and PT Voltage Input set
points to their previous values.
Generator Current Inputs

This section tests and calibrates the Generator Current Transformer (CT) inputs.
Select Menu 5 and set Configuration Key to 49. Then set the CT Rating to 5:5.
Connect a 0-5 ampere current source to the Generator A Phase CT input at
terminals 13 and 14. A resistive load that consumes approximately 5 A at
nominal line voltage may be used in series with line voltage to provide the
current source. Actual current is not critical, but should be between 4 and 6 A for
best results. Connect a current meter in series with the current source.
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Activate the current source and select Menu 6. Set the Calibration Key to 49.
Select the CT Phase A set point. Adjust the set point to equal the calibration
meter ± 0.1%.
Repeat the above steps for the generator CT Phase B and CT Phase C inputs.
Return the CT Rating set point to its previous value.
Bus Potential Input

This section tests and calibrates the voltage and phase of the bus potential input
to match that of the generator A phase input.
Connect the test potential used for the generator potential input to both the
generator input and the bus potential input. For open delta DSLC versions,
jumper generator potential A phase (terminal 6) to the bus potential A phase
(terminal 3), and jumper generator potential B phase (terminal 8) to the bus
potential B phase (terminal 5). For wye DSLC versions, jumper generator
potential A phase (terminal 6 for 240 V or terminal 7 for 120 V) to the bus
potential A phase (terminal 3 for 240 V or terminal 4 for 120 V), and jumper
generator neutral (terminal 12) to the bus neutral (terminal 5).
Select Menu 6 and set the Calibration Key to 49. Read the PT Phase A set point.
Select the Bus Voltage set point and adjust to be ± 0.1% of the voltage read for
the Generator phase A Voltage.
Select Menu 6 Synchroscope set point. With the voltage input to the Bus and
Generator Phase A inputs connected in parallel, adjust the Synchroscope value
to 0.0 ± 0.1 degrees.
LonWorks Network
Menu 0 (Diagnostics Menu), beginning with item 3, contains information to aid in
verifying operation and troubleshooting of network operation.
Active DSLCs
Active DSLCs is the number of DSLC controls currently in communication. For
example, if six units are installed and powered, the value displayed by this set
point should be 6. If a value less than the number of DSLC controls you have
installed is shown, check Menu 5, Network Address, on all DSLC controls to
verify that each unit has a unique address assigned. Press the “SAVE” key on
each unit to be sure the address has been made effective. After the “Set Points
Saved” message is displayed, refresh the screen by pressing the “Up/Down
Arrow” key twice and verify that the Menu 5 Network Address set point remains
at the desired value. While checking each DSLC control's address assignment,
also note the Menu 0 Active DSLCs set point on each off these units to further
aid in troubleshooting.
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NOTE
If Network Address cannot be changed as indicated by its reverting to some
other value after saving set points, this indicates that a LonWorks network
management tool has been used to do a custom network installation. If all
DSLC control addresses are unique and contain values between 1 and 16,
then the installation has probably been done correctly. If an address greater
than 16 is obtained on any unit, custom installation has not been done
correctly, and you should do an installation that results in all DSLC control
addresses between 1 and 16.
If Active DSLCs still indicates the wrong value after all addresses are verified,
refer to the Active DSLCs information noted when checking each of the units.
The following are the most probable causes:
1. If one unit indicates one active DSLC control and the other units indicate the
number is one less than the actual number of units installed, verify the
wiring to the DSLC control reporting one active unit. Replace that DSLC
control if necessary to correct the problem.
2. If one or more units indicate some number less than the correct value,
power down one DSLC control at a time (or carefully disconnect the network
wires from each DSLC control, one at a time) to observe its effect on the
other units' Active DSLCs values. If DSLC controls on far ends of the
network are determined not to be in communication with each other, do the
tests described below under Installation Verification below.
If Active DSLCs still indicates the wrong value after doing the above steps,
continue with the tests described below under Neuron Status.
Neuron Status
“Neuron Status” is a set of data that may be retrieved at any time by pressing the
“.” key on the Hand Held Programmer. This action causes the Echelon Neuron
network communications processor to read its status registers and pass this
information to the main processor so that it may be observed on the Hand Held
Programmer.
NOTE: It is not necessary to have the Menu 0 Retrieve Net Status set point
displayed when retrieving network status. All status registers are also cleared
when status is retrieved. The information displayed has been accumulated since
the control was powered up or status was last retrieved. The following
information can be used to determine if the DSLC control is operating correctly.
Menu 0 Transmit Errors is a communications accuracy test. Errors result from

message collisions and weak or noisy signals. The number of errors from
message collisions is a function of the number of messages presented to the
network. More than five or ten errors per hour indicates the network function
should be checked.
1. If the network being used by the DSLC controls for load sharing is heavily
loaded with other non-load sharing devices, separate the network used by
the DSLC controls and their associated devices from the other devices.
Routers may be used if necessary to communicate between the separated
networks.
2. Verify network wiring installation is to specifications.
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Transaction Timeouts is the number of timeouts that occurred while the unit
was waiting for a response from a message. The DSLC control expects
responses only by the deadbus closing functions. If timeout errors occur during
deadbus closing, verify that network wiring installation is to specifications.
Otherwise, transaction timeout errors should not normally occur with DSLC
controls unless a non-standard custom installation has been done and another
device to which the DSLC control has been connected is not responding.
Rcv (Receive) Transactions Full is the number of times an incoming message

was lost because no more transaction buffers were available. Frequent errors
indicate an overloaded network.
Lost Messages is the number of times the application processor received more
messages at one time than it could process. It is possible in large systems that
enough DSLC controls may send out their load sharing information at nearly the
same time that lost messages may occur. Occasional errors will not affect
operation. If frequent errors occur in systems where a custom network
installation has been done, contact the installer. If no custom installation has
been done and sufficient errors are occurring to cause load sharing problems,
contact Woodward.
Missed Messages is the number of times the network processor received more
messages at one time than it could process. It is possible that enough DSLC
controls may send out their load sharing information at nearly the same time that
Rcv Transaction Full errors may occur. Frequent errors indicate an overloaded
network.
NOTE
Missed and lost message errors will occur during power up when connected
to an active network. This is normal as messages are not processed during
power up diagnostics.
Last Reset Cause is the method by which the Echelon Neuron network chip was
reset. After power-up, “Watchdog Reset” should initially be the indicated reset
cause. This will switch to “Cleared” on subsequent retrievals of the diagnostic
data. “External Reset” indicates the main DSLC control processor reset the
Neuron chip after losing communication with it. The number of times this occurs
is logged in Net(work) Interface Errors described below.
Network State should always be “Configured, On-line”. Any other state indicates
either a defective DSLC control or an improper custom installation using a
network management tool.
Network Error Log should always display “No Error”. Any logged error should
be reported to Woodward.
Net(work) Interface Errors is the number of times the main DSLC control
processor had to reset the Neuron chip due to loss of communications. Errors
may occur during a custom installation and will cease when installation is
complete. Interface errors should not normally occur in operation, but occasional
errors that may be caused by extreme transient interference are possible and will
not affect control function. Frequent errors indicate extreme interference or a
defective DSLC control.
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Installation Verification
Verify that the overall network wiring has been done according to specification in
Chapters 2 and 8:
1. Wire is a recommended data cable;

2. Bus length is less than 500 m;
3. Stubs are less than 300 mm in length;
4. There are less than 32 devices on the network;
5. Wires exposed beyond shields are minimized;
6. Verify shield continuity through the entire network;
7. Verify that shields are grounded at one central location;
8. Verify that terminations have been made, but only at each end of the
network;
9. Make sure wiring is not routed with power lines or other high-electrical-noise
lines.
NOTE
See Chapter 8 for a complete list of network specifications.
If problems still exist, you may disconnect or replace a DSLC control or other
device attached to the network to investigate its effect on the network. If a
custom installation has been done, it will be necessary to use the installation
network management tool to properly install a replacement device on the
network.
Table 9-1. System Troubleshooting
Problem Probable Cause Action

No input power supply Check +24 V power supply.
Input power supply polarity
Ensure proper polarity of +24 V power supply.
reversed
Unit does not power up
Software PROMs installed
backwards or in wrong slot (U32 Ensure proper installation of PROMs.*
& U46)
Check number of active DSLC controls (Menu 0)
Unit freezes up after
Faulty LON PROM (U27) immediately after power up. If in error, replace
short period of time
LON PROM (U27).
Power factor of ±0.5 Phase ordering of either the
Reverse the order of the two phases with negative
indicated for a resistive current or potential transformers
power factors.
load is in the wrong order
Power factor of 1
Current transformer leads for Reverse current transformer leads for the phase in
indicated for a resistive
that phase are reversed question.
load
Phase currents do not
track linearly across Improper current transformer Check transformers and settings in Menu 5 to
their entire range ratios (Menu 5) ensure that they are the same.
(Menus 6 & 7)
Phase or Bus voltages
do not track linearly Improper potential transformer Check transformers and settings in Menu 5 to
across their entire ratios (Menu 5) ensure that they are the same.
range (Menus 6 & 7)
* NOTE 1—Installing PROMs backwards will result in the destruction of the chips. PROMs
that have been powered up while installed backwards will need to be replaced.
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Problem Probable Cause Action

Either the phase currents or the
Check the phase currents and voltages (Menu 6)
phase voltages are improperly
and properly calibrate.
DSLC control doesn't calibrated
load to specified base A proportional dc speed error
load exists on the speed control unit Adjust rated speed of speed control unit**, or
(no-load speed not set to match change to integrating load control***.
bus frequency)
Load control set for integrating
Unload and set unit up for proportional load
control instead of proportional
Unit unstable in the control (Menu 2).
as specified by manual
Process control mode
Process control dynamics are Go through the Process Control Adjustment
improperly set up procedure in Chapter 3.
VAR/PF control dynamics are Go through the VAR/PF Control Adjustment
Unit unstable in the improperly set up procedure in Chapter 3.
VAR/PF control mode Cross-current compensation Remove cross-current compensation from the
installed on voltage regulators voltage regulator circuit.
Rated load set point (Menu 2) at Set the rated load to proper value for the
Unit carries improper wrong value generator (see the generator technical manual).
proportion of load A proportional dc speed error
during isochronous exists on the speed control unit Adjust rated speed of speed control unit**, or
load sharing (no-load speed not set to match change to integrating load control***.
bus frequency)
** NOTE 2—If DSLC control loads the generator to a higher value than specified by the
base load set point (Menu 2), lower the rated speed set point of the speed control unit until
proper loading is obtained. If DSLC control loads the generator to a lower value than
specified by the base load set point, raise the rated speed set point of the speed control
unit until proper loading is obtained.
*** NOTE 3—Changing load control modes from integrating to proportional or vice-versa
while the generator is loaded may cause temporary instabilities and is not advised.
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Chapter 10.
Service Options
Product Service Options

If you are experiencing problems with the installation, or unsatisfactory
performance of a Woodward product, the following options are available:
• Consult the troubleshooting guide in the manual.
• Contact the manufacturer or packager of your system.
• Contact the Woodward Full Service Distributor serving your area.
• Contact Woodward technical assistance (see “How to Contact Woodward”
later in this chapter) and discuss your problem. In many cases, your problem
can be resolved over the phone. If not, you can select which course of action
to pursue based on the available services listed in this chapter.
OEM and Packager Support: Many Woodward controls and control devices are
installed into the equipment system and programmed by an Original Equipment
Manufacturer (OEM) or Equipment Packager at their factory. In some cases, the
programming is password-protected by the OEM or packager, and they are the best
source for product service and support. Warranty service for Woodward products
shipped with an equipment system should also be handled through the OEM or
Packager. Please review your equipment system documentation for details.
Woodward Business Partner Support: Woodward works with and supports a

global network of independent business partners whose mission is to serve the
users of Woodward controls, as described here:
• A Full Service Distributor has the primary responsibility for sales, service,
system integration solutions, technical desk support, and aftermarket
marketing of standard Woodward products within a specific geographic area
and market segment.
• An Authorized Independent Service Facility (AISF) provides authorized
service that includes repairs, repair parts, and warranty service on Woodward's
behalf. Service (not new unit sales) is an AISF's primary mission.
• A Recognized Engine Retrofitter (RER) is an independent company that
does retrofits and upgrades on reciprocating gas engines and dual-fuel
conversions, and can provide the full line of Woodward systems and
components for the retrofits and overhauls, emission compliance upgrades,
long term service contracts, emergency repairs, etc.
• A Recognized Turbine Retrofitter (RTR) is an independent company that
does both steam and gas turbine control retrofits and upgrades globally, and
can provide the full line of Woodward systems and components for the
retrofits and overhauls, long term service contracts, emergency repairs, etc.
A current list of Woodward Business Partners is available at

www.woodward.com/support.
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Woodward Factory Servicing Options

The following factory options for servicing Woodward products are available
through your local Full-Service Distributor or the OEM or Packager of the
equipment system, based on the standard Woodward Product and Service
Warranty (5-01-1205) that is in effect at the time the product is originally shipped
from Woodward or a service is performed:
• Replacement/Exchange (24-hour service)
• Flat Rate Repair
• Flat Rate Remanufacture
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 a flat-rate program and
includes the full standard Woodward product warranty (Woodward Product and
Service Warranty 5-01-1205).
This option allows you to call your Full-Service Distributor 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 Full-Service Distributor.
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 within 60 days, a credit for the core charge will be issued.
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.
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Returning Equipment for Repair

If a control (or any part of an electronic control) is to be returned for repair,
please contact your Full-Service Distributor in advance to obtain Return
Authorization and shipping instructions.
When shipping the item(s), attach a tag with the following information:
• return number;
• 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.
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.
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.
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.
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Engineering Services
Woodward offers various Engineering Services for our products. For these services,
you can contact us by telephone, by email, or through the Woodward website.
• Technical Support
• Product Training
• Field Service
Technical Support is available from your equipment system supplier, your local
Full-Service Distributor, or from many of Woodward’s worldwide locations,
depending upon the product and application. This service can assist you with
technical questions or problem solving during the normal business hours of the
Woodward location you contact. Emergency assistance is also available during non-
business hours by phoning Woodward and stating the urgency of your problem.
Product Training is available as standard classes at many of our worldwide

locations. 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.
Field Service engineering on-site support is available, depending on the product

and location, from many of our worldwide locations or from one of our Full-
Service 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 information on these services, please contact us via telephone, email us, or
use our website and reference www.woodward.com/support, and then
Customer Support.
How to Contact Woodward

For assistance, call one of the following 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.
Electrical Power Systems Engine Systems Turbine Systems

Facility --------------- Phone Number Facility --------------- Phone Number Facility --------------- Phone Number
Australia ----------- +61 (2) 9758 2322 Australia ----------- +61 (2) 9758 2322 Australia ----------- +61 (2) 9758 2322
Brazil ------------- +55 (19) 3708 4800 Brazil ------------- +55 (19) 3708 4800 Brazil ------------- +55 (19) 3708 4800
China ------------ +86 (512) 6762 6727 China ------------ +86 (512) 6762 6727 China ------------ +86 (512) 6762 6727
Germany: Germany:
Kempen --- +49 (0) 21 52 14 51
Stuttgart ----- +49 (711) 78954-0 Stuttgart ----- +49 (711) 78954-0
India --------------- +91 (129) 4097100 India --------------- +91 (129) 4097100 India --------------- +91 (129) 4097100
Japan -------------- +81 (43) 213-2191 Japan -------------- +81 (43) 213-2191 Japan -------------- +81 (43) 213-2191
Korea--------------- +82 (51) 636-7080 Korea--------------- +82 (51) 636-7080 Korea--------------- +82 (51) 636-7080
The Netherlands - +31 (23) 5661111 The Netherlands - +31 (23) 5661111
Poland -------------- +48 12 618 92 00
United States----- +1 (970) 482-5811 United States----- +1 (970) 482-5811 United States----- +1 (970) 482-5811
You can also contact the Woodward Customer Service Department or consult our
worldwide directory on Woodward’s website (www.woodward.com/support)
for the name of your nearest Woodward distributor or service facility.
For the most current product support and contact information, please refer to the
latest version of publication 51337 at www.woodward.com/publications.
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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.
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Appendix A.
DSLC Control Setup Worksheet
Synchronizer Menu 1
Sync Gain __________
Sync Stability __________ Seconds
Slip Frequency Ref __________ Hertz
Slip Window __________ Hertz
Max Phase Window __________ Degrees
Voltage Matching Enabled | Disabled
Voltage Window __________ Percent
Deadbus Closure Enabled | Disabled
Breaker Delay __________ Seconds
C.B. Close Hold Time __________ Seconds
Close Attempts __________
Reclose Delay __________ Seconds
Sync Reclose Alarm Enabled | Disabled
Sync Timeout __________ Seconds
Sync Timeout Alarm Enabled | Disabled
Auto Re-Synchronize Enabled | Disabled
Load Control Menu 2

Load Control Gain __________
Load Stability __________ Seconds
Load Derivative __________ Seconds
Load Control Mode Integrating | Proportional
Load Control Filter __________ Hertz
Loadshare Gain __________
Frequency Trimmer Enabled | Disabled
Rated Load __________ kW
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Base Load __________ kW
Unload Trip __________ kW
Load Droop __________ Percent
Load Time __________ Seconds
Unload Time __________ Seconds
Raise Load Rate __________ Percent/Second
Lower Load Rate __________ Percent/Second
4mA Remote Load __________ kW
20mA Remote Load __________ kW
High Limit PU __________ kW
High Limit DO __________ kW
High Limit Alarm Enabled | Disabled
Low Limit PU __________ kW
Low Limit DO __________ kW
Low Limit Alarm Enabled | Disabled
Load Limit Switches Enabled | Disabled
Load Switch PU __________ kW
Load Switch DO __________ kW
Reverse Power Trip Enabled | Disabled
Instant Reverse Power __________ Percent Load
Rev Pwr Time Delay __________ Seconds
Reverse Power Level __________ Percent Load
Process Control Menu 3

Process Control Gain __________
Process Stability __________ Seconds
Process Derivative __________ Seconds
Process Deadband __________ mA
Process Droop __________ Percent
Process Filter __________ Hertz

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Process Reference __________ mA
Raise Reference Rate __________ mA/Second
Lower Reference Rate __________ mA/Second
High Limit PU __________ mA
High Limit DO __________ mA
High Limit Alarm Enabled | Disabled
Low Limit PU __________ mA
Low Limit DO __________ mA
Low Limit Alarm Enabled | Disabled
Process Switches Enabled | Disabled
VAR/Power Factor Control Menu 4

VAR/PF Control Mode Disabled | PF Control | VAR Control
VAR/PF Gain __________
VAR/PF Stability __________ Seconds
Rated KVARS __________ kVAR
KVAR Reference __________ kVAR Generate | Absorb
PF Reference __________ Lagging | Leading
PF Deadband __________
Voltage Reference __________ Volts | kV
Voltage Trim Enabled | Disabled
Voltage Regulation __________ %
Voltage Low Limit __________ Volts | kV
Voltage Low Alarm Enabled | Disabled
Voltage High Limit __________ Volts | kV
Voltage High Alarm Enabled | Disabled
Voltage Switches Enabled | Disabled
Voltage Range Alarm Enabled | Disabled
Voltage Ramp Time __________ Seconds
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Configuration Menu 5
PT Winding Ratio __________:1
CT Rating __________:5
PT Voltage Input _____120 _____240 Vac
Voltage Display V Line-to-Line | V Line-to-Neutral |

kV Line-to-Line | kV Line-to-Neutral
System Frequency 50 Hz | 60 Hz
Process Control Action Direct | Indirect
Network Address __________
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Appendix B.
DSLC Control Specifications
DSLC Control Part Numbers

Speed Bias Output (1) PT Config. (2) Voltage Input (3) Functions (4)
9905-355 0.5-4.5 Vdc Wye 120/240 Full
9905-363 ±3.0 Vdc Open delta 240 Full
9905-367 0.5-4.5 Vdc Open delta 120 Full
9905-373 500 Hz PWM Open delta 120 Full
9905-603 1–5 Vdc Wye 120/240 Full
9905-708 1–5 Vdc Open delta 120 Full
9905-795 ±3.0 Vdc Wye 120/240 Full
9905-797 ±3.0 Vdc Open delta 120 Full
9905-799 500 Hz PWM Wye 120/240 Full
9905-292—Hand Held Programmer
NOTES:
(1) Speed Bias Output.
±3.0 Vdc—Compatible with Woodward analog and digital speed controls, via the Aux
Inputs or the load sharing lines on the 2301/2301A LSSC.
0.5-4.5 Vdc—Compatible with the Detroit Diesel Corporation DDEC-III control, and
any other control requiring a 0-5 Vdc input.
500 Hz PWM—Compatible with Woodward GenDec controls, and with Caterpillar
speed controls.
1–5 Vdc—Compatible with Woodward products and others requiring 1–5 volts
across a 243 ohm resistance.
(2) PT Configuration.
Open Delta—Switch gear configuration used in the US and Canada which consists
of two PTs between A-B and B-C phases with the B-phase grounded to the switch
gear ground (see drawing).
Wye—Switch gear configuration used in Australia and Europe which consists of
three star-connected PTs with the center of the PTs connected to ground.
Open Delta Wye
(3) Voltage Input. The voltage input is the line-to-line voltage seen on the secondary of
the switch gear potential transformers.
(4) Functions. The reduced function unit does not have stand-alone VAR/PF control, but
will respond to signals from an MSLC for VAR/PF control. The reduced function unit also
does not have process control.
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Electrical Specifications
Control Power Supply Input
Operating 18 to 40 Vdc continuous
Maximum 10 (1.8 A max) to 77 Vdc for up to 5 minutes
Reverse –56 Vdc continuous
Burden 18 W, 1 A max
Synchronizer Input
Voltage Wye PT Configuration
120 Vac input (L-N), terminals 4 to 5, 65 to 150 Vac
240 Vac input (L-N), terminals 3 to 5, 150 to 300 Vac
120 Vac Open Delta PT Configuration
65 to 150 Vac, terminals 3 to 5
150 to 300 Vac, terminals 3 to 5
Phases Single
Frequency 45 to 66 Hz
Burden less than 0.1 VA per phase
Accuracy 0.1% of full scale
Voltage Sensing Inputs

Voltage Wye PT Configuration
120 Vac input, terminals 7 to 12, 9 to 12, and 11 to 12, 65 to 150 Vac
240 Vac input, terminals 6 to 12, 8 to 12, and 10 to 12, 150 to 300
Vac
65 to 150 Vac, terminals 6 to 8, 8 to 10, and 10 to 6
150 to 300 Vac, terminals 6 to 8, 8 to 10, and 10 to 6
Phases Three
Current Inputs
Current 0 to 5 A rms, 7 A rms max
Discrete Inputs
Voltage 18 to 40 Vdc
Burden 10 mA nominal
Relay Driver Outputs

Voltage 18 to 40 Vdc
Current 200 mA sink
Analog Inputs
Current 4 to 20 mA
Voltage 1 to 5 Vdc
Resistance 243 Ω current mode
10 kΩ voltage mode
Analog Outputs
Speed Bias ±2.5 Vdc, 0.5-4.5 Vdc, 1–5 Vdc across 243 Ω or 500 Hz PWM
Voltage Bias ±9 Vdc
Current 50 mA
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Local Area Network
ECHELON LONWORKS® Technology
Calibration and Diagnostics Port

RS-422
Environmental Specifications
Temperature
Operating –40 to +70 °C
Storage –55 to +105 °C
Humidity
Operating 95% at 38 °C
Mechanical Vibration
Level 2.5 G
Mechanical Shock
Test Methods US MIL-STD-810C, Method 516.2, Shock
Procedure I, Figure 516.2-2, basic design test
Procedure II, transit drop test
Procedure V, bench handling test
Electromagnetic Susceptibility
Test Method ANSI/IEEE C37.90.2
Electrostatic discharge 6000 Volts
Electrical Transients
Test Method ANSI C37.90.1-1989
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Appendix C.
Part Number Changes
The following part numbers were made obsolete in March, 1995, and replaced by
the new part numbers shown:
obsolete replacement (new)

number number
9905-287 9907-007
9905-288 9905-795
9905-360 9905-796
9905-361 9905-797
9905-712 9905-603
9905-893 9905-798
9905-895 9905-799
The obsolete DSLC part numbers will function correctly with the new DSLC part
numbers in all functions except dead bus closing.
The format of the data available over the Echelon® network on the obsolete part
numbers is different. The format used in the obsolete controls sends one
message for each variable onto the network, while the current format sends one
message for up to seven variables. Woodward does not support the old format in
new applications.
To answer any questions you may have on the compatibility of obsolete DSLC
part numbers or on the data format of the network variables, please contact the
Woodward Technical Assistance Group in Fort Collins, Colorado, USA, at (800)
648-9110 or (970) 482-5811, or fax (970) 498-3058.
Also see Service Bulletin 01098 for additional information.
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DSLC™ Control Menu Summary
1—Synchronizer 4—VAR/PF Control 8—Cont. Status Monitor
1. Sync Gain 1. VAR/PF Control Mode 1. Synchronizer Mode
2. Sync Stability 2. VAR/PF Gain 2. Load Control Mode
3. Slip Frequency Ref 3. VAR/PF Stability 3. Load Reference
4. Slip Window 4. Rated KVARs 4. Process Reference
5. Max Phase Window 5. KVAR Reference 5. Synchronizer Timeout
6. Voltage Matching 6. PF Reference 6. Sync Reclose Limit
7. Voltage Window 7. PF Deadband 7. High Load Limit
8. Dead-bus Closure 8. Voltage Reference 8. Low Load Limit
9. Breaker Delay 9. Voltage Trim 9. High Process Limit
10. CB Close Hold Time 10. Voltage Regulation 10. Low Process Limit
11. Close Attempts 11. Voltage Low Limit 11. Low Voltage Limit
12. Reclose Delay 12. Voltage Low Alarm 12. High Voltage Limit
13. Sync Reclose Alarm 13. Voltage High Limit 13. Voltage Range Limit
14. Sync Timeout 14. Voltage High Alarm
15. Sync Timeout Alarm 15. Voltage Switches 9—Discrete I/O
16. Auto Re-Synchronize 16. Voltage Range Alarm 1. Check Switch
17. Voltage Ramp Time 2. Permissive Switch
2—Load Control 3. Run Switch
1. Load Control Gain 5—Configuration 4. Aux Contact Switch
2. Load Stability 1. Configuration Key 5. Raise Voltage Switch
3. Load Derivative 2. PT Winding Ratio 6. Lower Voltage Switch
4. Load Control Mode 3. CT Rating 7. Base Load Switch
5. Load Control Filter 4. PT Voltage Input 8. Load/Unload Switch
6. Loadshare Gain 5. Voltage Display 9. Ramp Pause Switch
7. Frequency Trimmer 6. System Frequency 10. Raise Load Switch
8. Rated Load 7. Process Control Action 11. Lower Load Switch
9. Base Load 8. Network Address 12. Process Switch
10. Unload Trip 9. Network Service Pin 13. Test Key
11. Load Droop 14. Breaker Close Relay
12. Load Time 6—Calibration 15. Breaker Open Relay
13. Unload Time 1. Calibration Key 16. Voltage Raise Relay
14. Raise Load Rate 2. Process Input 17. Voltage Lower Relay
15. Lower Load Rate 3. Remote Input 18. High Limit Relay
16. 4mA Remote Load 4. Speed Bias Output 19. Low Limit Relay
17. 20mA Remote Load 5. Voltage Bias Output 20. Load Switch Relay
18. High Limit PU 6. PT Phase A 21. Alarm Relay
19. High Limit DO 7. PT Phase B 22. Sync Enable LED
20. High Limit Alarm 8. PT Phase C 23. High Limit LED
21. Low Limit PU 9. CT Phase A 24. Low Limit LED
22. Low Limit DO 10. CT Phase B 25. CPU OK LED
23. Low Limit Alarm 11. CT Phase C
24. Load Limit Switches 12. Bus Voltage 0—Diagnostics
25. Load Switch PU 13. Synchroscope 1. Diagnostic Result
26. Load Switch DO 2. ROM Check Sum
27. Reverse Power Trip 7—Gen. Elec. Parameters 3. Active DSLCs
28. Instant Reverse Power 1. Active Power (P) 4. Retrieve Net Status
29. Rev Pwr Time Delay 2. Apparent Power (S) 5. Transmit Errors
30. Reverse Power Level 3. Reactive Power (Q) 6. Transaction Timeouts
4. Power Factor (PF) 7. Rcv Transaction Full
3—Process Control 5. Phase A Volts 8. Lost Messages
1. Process Control Gain 6. Phase A Amperes 9. Missed Messages
2. Process Stability 7. Phase A PF 10. Last Reset Cause
3. Process Derivative 8. Phase B Volts 11. Network State
4. Process Deadband 9. Phase B Amperes 12. Network Error Log
5. Process Droop 10. Phase B PF 13. Net Interface Errors
6. Process Filter 11. Phase C Volts 14. A/D Errors
7. Process Reference 12. Phase C Amperes
8. Raise Reference Rate 13. Phase C PF
9. Lower Reference Rate 14. Gen Frequency
10. High Limit PU 15. Bus Frequency
11. High Limit DO 16. Bus Voltage
12. High Limit Alarm 17. Synchroscope
13. Low Limit PU 18. Slip Frequency
14. Low Limit DO 19. System Load
15. Low Limit Alarm 20. System PF
16. Process Switches

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CAUTION—POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT OR PROPERTY

Revisions—Text changes are indicated by a black line alongside the text.

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ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE AWARENESS ................................................. IV

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CHAPTER 6. VAR/POWER FACTOR CONTROL DESCRIPTION .......................76

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Illustrations and Tables

Figure 1-1a. DSLC Control (wye version shown) ...................................................5

Table 9-1. System Troubleshooting .....................................................................92

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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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DSLC functions include:

Either phase matching or slip frequency synchronizing may be selected. Phase

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Additional synchronizer features include voltage matching, time delayed

The base load control is selectable as either a proportional or integrating

When unloading, an adjustable unload ramp provides time controlled unloading

The DSLC control includes several additional load control features:

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Process Control (full function models)

VAR/PF Control (full function models)

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Chapter 3 covers DSLC control configuration, setup, and adjustment. The

Chapters 4 through 7 explain the major functions of automatic synchronizing,

Chapter 9 provides a troubleshooting guide. Due to extensive built-in diagnostics,

Chapter 10 describes how to return a control to Woodward in the event of

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Figure 1-1a. DSLC Control (wye version shown)

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Figure 1-1b. DSLC Control Dimensions (wye version shown)

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Figure 1-2. Hand Held Programmer

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Figure 1-3a. DSLC Plant Wiring Diagram

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Figure 1-3b. DSLC Plant Wiring Diagram

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Figure 1-3c. DSLC Plant Wiring Diagram

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Figure 1-4. Control Options

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For additional wiring information, see Woodward manual 25070, Electronic

4. Remove 6 mm (1/4 inch) of insulation from the inner conductors.

5. Connect wiring and shield as shown in plant wiring diagram.

Installations with severe electromagnetic interference (EMI) may require

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CAUTION—DO NOT APPLY POWER

The following sections describe the potential connections for the