R250

A.V.R.

1 - SUPPLY The regulator controls the excitation

1.1 - SHUNT excitation system current according to the alternator’s output
voltage. With a very simple conception, the
The SHUNT excitation alternator is auto- SHUNT excitation alternator does not have
excited with a R 250 voltage regulator. a short circuit capacity.

MAIN FIELD STATOR : 12 wires (marking T1 to T12)

SHUNT SYSTEM
T1 T7 T2 T8 T3 T9

Varistor

Induced
5+ 6-
T4 T10 T5 T11 T6 T12
Field

75 mm

110 0V E+ E- R 250
4 x holes Ø 5.8 x
140 mm

50 x 115 mm

Slow fuse
F1 250V 8 A
FREQ. & L.A.M. CONFIG.

P1 Voltage
STAB VOLT

KNEE

47.5Hz 50Hz LAM

LAM OFF 9
o OFF
1 13%
SPECIAL
8 901 2 25%
Frequency selector 50 Hz
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KNEE 456 3 OFF

65Hz 7

P2 Stability LAM OFF

57Hz
KNEE 6
5
60Hz
4 13%
25%
LAM
/ 60 Hz for U/F fonction
and LAM adjustement
LAM OFF

ST4 Option
External potentiometrer
for voltage adjusting
2 - R250 A.V.R. Operating at 50 Hz: (U/F gradient)
2.1 - Characteristics
0: threshold at 48 Hz without LAM for
- Voltage regulation: around ± 0,5 %. impacts between 30 and 40% of the rated
- Supply range/voltage detection 85 to 139 V load.
(50/60Hz).
- Rapid response time (500 ms) for a 1: threshold at 48 Hz with LAM 13% for
transient voltage variation amplitude of impacts between 40 and 70% of the rated
± 20 %. load.
- Voltage setting P1.
- Stability setting P2. 2: threshold at 48 Hz with LAM 25% for
- Supply protected with an 8 A fuse, slow impacts > 70% of the rated load.
action (supports 10 A for 10 s).
Operating at 60 Hz: (U/F gradient)
2.2 - U/F Fonction and LAM
The threshold position (50 Hz - 60 Hz) to 3: threshold at 58 Hz without LAM for
action the U/F fonction as well as the LAM impacts between 30 and 40% of the rated
setting type is selected using the load.
potentionmeter.
4: threshold at 58Hz with LAM 13% for
impacts 40 and 70% of the rated load.
KNEE
50Hz LAM
47.5Hz o OFF
5: threshold at 58Hz with LAM 25% for
LAM OFF 9 impacts > 70% of the rated load.
1 13%
SPECIAL
8 901 2 25% Specific operating
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KNEE
7
456 3 OFF
65Hz 13%
6: threshold at 57Hz without LAM for speed
LAM OFF 4
KNEE 6 variations at a steady state > 2 Hz
5 25%
57Hz 60Hz LAM
LAM OFF 7: threshold at 65Hz without LAM for
variable speed and tractelec / gearlec (U/F
gradient).

8: special: the factory setting 48Hz 2U/F

gradient ; a special programme is possible
on request. This programme must be
specified before ordering, during the
WARNING: The jumper settings must project study.
correspond to the rated operating
frequency (see the nameplate on the 9: threshold at 47.5 Hz without LAM for
alternator). speed variations at a steady state > 2 Hz
Risk of destruction for the alternator.
2.3 - R250 A.V.R. option
The threshhold position and LAM fonction
settings are done with the jumper. Potentiometer for voltage setting, 1000 Ω /
0,5 W min: setting range ± 5 %.
- Remove the ST4 jumper.
2.4 - LAM characteristics (Load 2.4.2 - Gradual voltage return function
Acceptance Module) During load impacts, the function helps the
2.4.1 - Voltage drop genset to return to its rated speed faster
thanks to a gradual increase in voltage
The LAM system is integrated in the A.V.R. according to the following principles:
It is active as standard. It can be adjusted
to 13% or 25%. - if the speed drops between 46 Hz and 50 Hz,
the rated voltage follows a fast gradient as
- Role of the «LAM» (Load Adjustment it is restored.
Module):
- if the speed drops below 46 Hz, since the
On application of a load, the rotation speed engine needs more help, the voltage
of the generator set decreases. When it follows a slow gradient as it returns to the
passes below the preset frequency reference value.
threshold, the LAM causes the voltage to
drop by approximately 13% or 25% and
consequently the amount of active load
applied is reduced by approximately 25%
to 50%, until the speed reaches its rated U
value again.
Drop N < 46 Hz
Hence the "LAM" can be used either to
reduce the speed variation (frequency) and Drop N > 46 Hz
its duration for a given applied load, or to Time
increase the applied load possible for one 0
speed variation (turbo-charged engines).
To avoid voltage oscillations, the trip
threshold for the "LAM" function should be
set approximately 2 Hz below the lowest
frequency in steady state.

It is advised to use the "LAM" at 25% for

load impacts > at 70% of the genset rated
power.

Voltage

Voltage
UN

U/f
0,85 UN LAM

48 or 58 Hz 50 or 60 Hz
0 fC
ST3 fN
3 - INSTALLATION - 3.2.2 - Special type of use
COMMISSIONING
3.1 - Electrical checks on the AVR WARNING
- Check that all connections have been
Excitation circuit E+, E- must not be left
made properly as shown in the attached
open when the machine is running:
wiring diagram.
A.V.R. damage will occur.
- Check that the position of the jumper
corresponds to the operating frequency.
3.2.2.1 - R250 field weakening (SHUNT)
- Check whether the ST4 jumper or the
remote adjustment potentiometer have
been connected.

3.2 - Settings

E+
0V
110

E-
The different settings made during the
trial are to be done by qualified The exciter is switched off by disconnecting
personnel. Respecting the load speed the A.V.R. power supply (1 wire - 0 or 110V).
specified on the nameplate is vital in Contact rating: 16A - 250V AC
order to start a settings procedure. After
operational testing, replace all access 3.2.2.2 - R250 field forcing
panels or covers. (400V - 10A) Diode
The only possible settings on the
machine are to be done with the A.V.R.
t - +
Battery (B Volt)
3.2.1 - R250 settings (SHUNT system)
Initial potentiometer positions
- voltage setting potentiometer P1 for the Excitation Inducer
E+
0V
110

E-

A.V.R.: full left

- remote voltage setting potentiometer: in
the middle.
Operate the alternator at its rated speed: if
the voltage does not rise it is necessary to
re-magnatise the magnetic circuit.
- slowly adjust the voltage potentiometer of
the A.V.R. P1 until the output voltage The battery must be isolated from the
reaches its rated value. mass.
- Stability setting with P2.

Exciter field may be at line potential.

4 - SPARE PARTS
4.1 - Designation
Description Type Code
A.V.R. R 250 AEM 110 RE 019

4.2 - Technical support service

Our technical support service will be
pleased to help you with any information
needed.

For replacement part orders, it is necessary

to indicate the type and the code number of
the A.V.R.

Please contact your usual correspondant.

An extensive network of service centres is

available to rapidly supply any necessary
parts.
In order to ensure the correct operation and
safety of our machines, we strongly
recommend that original manufacturer’s
spare parts are used.
Failure to do so, will discharge the
manufacturer from liabilty in the case of
damage.