EGCP-2 Application Manual

Product Manual 26175
(Revision NEW)
Original Instructions
EGCP-2
Engine Generator Control Package
8406-120: 150–300 Vac PT Input, 9–32 Vdc

8406-121: 50–150 Vac PT Input, 9–32 Vdc
Application Manual
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Manual 26175 EGCP-2 Engine Generator Control Package
Contents
WARNINGS AND NOTICES ........................................................................... IV

ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE AWARENESS .................................................. V
CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION......................................................................... 1
CHAPTER 2. START AND STOP SEQUENCES ................................................. 2
Start Sequence .......................................................................................................2
Stop Sequence .......................................................................................................5
CHAPTER 3. MANUAL RUN MODES .............................................................. 7
Test No Load ..........................................................................................................7
Run with Load .........................................................................................................8
CHAPTER 4. SINGLE/ NO PARALLEL .......................................................... 11
Standby No Parallel Application ...........................................................................11
Prime Power Application ......................................................................................22
CHAPTER 5. SINGLE/ MAINS PARALLEL ..................................................... 31
Standby Parallel Application .................................................................................31
Single Unit Baseload Application .........................................................................42
Single Unit Process Application ...........................................................................51
Single Soft Transfer Application ...........................................................................61
CHAPTER 6. MULTIPLE/ NO PARALLEL ...................................................... 71
Multiple Standby/No Parallel/No Sequencing.......................................................71
Standby No Parallel with Sequencing Application ...............................................85
Prime Power No Sequencing Application.............................................................98
Prime Power with Auto Sequencing Application ................................................106
CHAPTER 7. MULTIPLE/ MAINS PARALLEL ............................................... 114
Multiple Standby—No Sequencing .....................................................................114
Multiple Standby with Sequencing .....................................................................126
Multiple Unit Baseload Application .....................................................................134
Multiple Unit Process No Sequencing Application .............................................142
Multiple Unit Process with Sequencing Application ...........................................154
Multiple Soft Transfer Application .......................................................................160
CHAPTER 8. START/STOP SEQUENCING................................................... 171
CHAPTER 9. SERVICE OPTIONS ............................................................... 174
Product Service Options .....................................................................................174
Woodward Factory Servicing Options ................................................................175
Returning Equipment for Repair .........................................................................175
Replacement Parts .............................................................................................176
Engineering Services..........................................................................................176
How to Contact Woodward .................................................................................177
Technical Assistance ..........................................................................................177
DECLARATIONS ....................................................................................... 178
EGCP-2 CONTROL SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................... 179
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EGCP-2 Engine Generator Control Package Manual 26175
Illustrations and Tables
Figure 2-1. Start Sequencing Timers .....................................................................4

Figure 4-1. Single No Parallel Standby Application..............................................16
Figure 4-2. Standby mode schematic ...................................................................20
Figure 4-3. Single No Parallel Prime Power Application ......................................27
Figure 4-4. Stop sequence step diagram .............................................................29
Figure 4-5. Prime power step diagram .................................................................30
Figure 5-1. Single Unit Parallel Application ..........................................................37
Figure 5-2. Standby parallel step diagram ...........................................................40
Figure 5-3. Single Unit Baseload Application .......................................................46
Figure 5-4. Baseload step diagram ......................................................................50
Figure 5-5. Single Unit Process Application .........................................................56
Figure 5-6. Process step diagram ........................................................................60
Figure 5-7. Single Unit Soft Transfer Application .................................................62
Figure 5-8. Soft transfer process step diagram ....................................................66
Figure 5-9. Soft transfer baseload step diagram ..................................................69
Figure 6-1. Multiple No Parallel Standby Application ...........................................77
Figure 6-2. Multiple Prime Power Application ....................................................102
Figure 6-3. Multiple Prime Power Application with Auto Sequencing ................107
Figure 7-1. Multiple Mains Parallel Standby Application ....................................119
Figure 7-2. Multiple Unit Baseload Application...................................................136
Figure 7-3. Multiple Process Application ............................................................148
Figure 7-4. Multiple Unit Soft Transfer Application .............................................161
Table 3.1. Manual run .............................................................................................9

Table 4-1. I/O list for Single Unit No Parallel Standby application .......................14
Table 4-2. Mode Selector Switch Position for Standby Application .....................17
Table 4-4. Mode Selector Switch Position for Prime Power Application ..............28
Table 5-1. I/O list for Single Unit Parallel Standby application .............................34
Table 5-2. Mode Selector Switch Position for Standby ........................................37
Table 5-3. I/O list for Single Unit Baseload application ........................................44
Table 5-4. Mode Selector Switch Position for Single Baseload ...........................47
Table 5-5. I/O list for Single Unit Process application ..........................................54
Table 5-6. Mode Selector Switch Position for Single Process .............................57
Table 5-7. Mode Selector Switch Position for Soft Transfer ................................63
Table 6-3. Standby Sequence Summary .............................................................81
Table 6-4. Auto Run Summary .............................................................................84
Table 6-6. Standby with Unit Sequencing Summary ............................................90
Table 6-7. System Run with Unit Sequencing Summary .....................................96
Table 6-8. I/O list for Multiple Unit Prime Power Application ..............................100
Table 6-9. Mode Selector Switch Position for Prime Power Application ............103
Table 6-10. Auto Run Summary .........................................................................105
Table 6-11. Mode Selector Switch Position for Prime Power Application ..........108
Table 6-12. Auto Run Summary .........................................................................112
Table 7-1. I/O list for Multiple Unit Mains Parallel Standby application ..............117
Table 7-2. Mode Selector Switch Position for Standby Application ...................120
Table 7-3. Standby Sequence Summary ...........................................................124
Table 7-4. Mode Selector Switch Position for Standby Application ...................127
Table 7-5. Standby with Unit Sequencing Summary ..........................................131
Table 7-6. I/O list for Multiple Unit Baseload application ....................................135
Table 7-7. Mode Selector Switch Position for Multiple Baseload .......................137
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Illustrations and Tables
Table 7-8. Multiple Baseload Summary .............................................................140

Table 7-9. Mode Selector Switch Position for Alternate Baseload .....................141
Table 7-10. I/O list for Multiple Unit Process application....................................145
Table 7-11. Mode Selector Switch Position for Multiple Process .......................149
Table 7-12. Multiple Process No Sequencing Summary....................................152
Table 7-13. Mode Selector Switch Position for Multiple Processes with
Sequencing ....................................................................................155
Table 7-14. Mode Selector Switch Position for Soft Transfer ............................162
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Warnings and Notices

Important Definitions
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
 DANGER—Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
 WARNING—Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
 CAUTION—Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
 NOTICE—Indicates a hazard that could result in property damage only
(including damage to the control).
 IMPORTANT—Designates an operating tip or maintenance suggestion.
The engine, turbine, or other type of prime mover should be

equipped with an overspeed shutdown device to protect against
runaway or damage to the prime mover with possible personal injury,
Overspeed / loss of life, or property damage.
Overtemperature / The overspeed shutdown device must be totally independent of the
Overpressure prime mover control system. An overtemperature or overpressure
shutdown device may also be needed for safety, as appropriate.
The products described in this publication may present risks that

could lead to personal injury, loss of life, or property damage. Always
wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for the job
Personal Protective at hand. Equipment that should be considered includes but is not
limited to:
Equipment
 Eye Protection
 Hearing Protection
 Hard Hat
 Gloves
 Safety Boots
 Respirator
Always read the proper Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for any
working fluid(s) and comply with recommended safety equipment.
Be prepared to make an emergency shutdown when starting the

engine, turbine, or other type of prime mover, to protect against
runaway or overspeed with possible personal injury, loss of life, or
Start-up property damage.
On- and off-highway Mobile Applications: Unless Woodward's control

functions as the supervisory control, customer should install a
system totally independent of the prime mover control system that
Automotive monitors for supervisory control of engine (and takes appropriate
action if supervisory control is lost) to protect against loss of engine
Applications
control with possible personal injury, loss of life, or property damage.
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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.
Battery Charging
Device
Electrostatic Discharge Awareness

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
Electrostatic contact while handling the control).
Precautions  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.
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.
Follow these precautions when working with or near the control.

1. 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.
2. 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.
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Chapter 1.
Introduction
This manual describes how to apply and operate the Woodward EGCP-2 Engine
Generator Control Package, models 8406-120 and 8406-121.
Associated manuals:
26174 – Installation and Operation Manual
26181 – Communications Manual
26108 – Security Levels Guide
The functions and features of the EGCP-2 allow it to be used in many types of
applications. The application of the control will determine the configuration of the
inputs and outputs and the control setpoints. This manual will be divided into
specific sections pertaining to the configuration of the engine generator in the
system and then discuss the necessary I/O, setpoint settings, and operation of
the EGCP-2.
The four configurations that will be discussed are:

 Single Unit No Parallel
 Single Unit Mains Parallel
 Multiple Units No Parallel
 Multiple Units Mains Parallel
Under each of these configurations, specific applications will be highlighted.

Specifically, the following applications will be addressed:
 Standby – Emergency back up
 Prime power – Island mode or Isolated bus
 Soft Transfer – Soft transfer between local power and mains power
 Baseload – Connected to infinite bus with a fixed kW load on the
generator
 Process – Connected to infinite bus where the kW load is varied on the
generator in order to control a process dependent on kW.
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Chapter 2.
Start and Stop Sequences
Over the next several chapters, various control applications will be discussed.
Regardless of the application that is used, the basic engine start and stop
sequences will be the same.
Start Sequence
There are three conditions where an engine will be started:
1. The Mains has failed and the EGCP-2 is in the Standby mode of
operation.
2. The Test or Run with Load Input is closed.
3. A slave unit is commanded to start by a master unit running on the bus.
The EGCP-2 has two types of start sequencing.

1. The local start sequence where the EGCP-2 will control the starter of the
engine
2. The remote start sequence where the EGCP-2 will command another
device to perform the crank sequence.
This difference is determined by the Configuration setting Start Sequencing.
When Start Sequencing is set to Enabled this is the local start sequence; if
set to Disabled the EGCP-2 performs the remote start sequence.
Start Sequencing Enabled

With the Start Sequencing setpoint set to Enabled, the EGCP-2 is used to control
the engine starter. The EGCP-2 has setpoints to adjust the length of the crank
time and the delay time between cranks. In the Configuration menu, the Function
of Relay Number 12 can be set as either an Idle/Rated relay or a kVA Load
switch. The Idle/Rated relay will switch the speed control from the idle speed to
rated speed after an adjustable time delay. If the speed control does not have
and idle/rated function, relay twelve should be configured as a kVA Load Switch
or the Idle time should be set to zero.
During an engine start, there will not be any voltage on the generator so a
magnetic pickup is required to provide the EGCP-2 with the engine speed
information. The Crank Cutout speed setting is used to disconnect to the starter
from the engine after a successful start.
The EGCP-2 does not have a purge sequence for natural gas engines. However,
it may be possible to connect the Preglow relay to the starter instead of the
Engine Crank relay. Then a purge time can be created using the Preglow time.
The Preglow relay will energize first and will remain energized until the engine
reaches the Crank Cutout speed or until the Crank Time has expired. The
Preglow relay will close on every start attempt.
The EGCP-2 will skip its Idle warm up time under two conditions. First, on a Loss
of Mains start the EGCP-2 will close the Idle/Rated relay immediately. The
second is when a master unit has been loaded above it’s rating for the Rated
Load delay time and calls for a slave unit. This slave unit will skip its Idle Time
when starting.
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The EGCP-2 will not close the Engine Crank Relay if it senses the engine is still
turning. The RPM must be zero before the Engine Crank Relay will close. This
will be indicated on the engine display screen of the EGCP-2 as a SPINDOWN
engine mode.
Hardware Connections:
 Preglow Relay
 Engine Crank Relay*
 Fuel Solenoid Relay*
 Idle/Rated Relay
 Magnetic Pickup Input*
*Required
Setpoints:
 Rated Speed
 Number of Teeth
 Preglow Time
 Crank Time
 Crank Cutout
 Crank Delay
 Crank Repeats
 Crank Fail alarm
 Idle Speed
 Idle Time
Start Sequence #1 Loss of Mains start:

1. The EGCP-2 is commanded to start because the Mains has failed.
2. The Preglow relay is closed for the Preglow Time.
3. After the Preglow time has elapsed the Engine Crank and Fuel Solenoid
relays close.
4. The control starts the Crank Timer.
5. If the engine speed exceeds the Crank Cutout speed, the Preglow and
Engine Crank Relays are opened.
6. The Idle/Rated relay closes.
7. The control will now expect the engine to be operating at Rated Speed
and Voltage.
8. The Speed Frequency mismatch alarm is armed.
Start Sequence #2 Discrete Input start:

1. The EGCP-2 is commanded to start from a discrete input.
relays close.
6. The control starts the Idle Time.
7. When the Idle time has expired the Idle/Rated relay will close.
and Voltage.
Start Sequence #3 Slave receives start command from the Master:

1. The EGCP-2 is commanded to start from the master control.
relays close.
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6. If the Rated Load of the master was exceeded, the Idle/Rated relay
closes.
7. If the Maximum Gen Load Level was exceeded, the Idle timer will start
and then the Idle/ Rated relay will close.
and Voltage.
These sequences describe a normal start where the engine started on the first
crank attempt. The EGCP-2 can be programmed to crank the engine multiple
times, when the engine does not start, as shown in the following sequence.
1. The EGCP-2 is commanded to start from a discrete input.

relays close.
5. If the engine speed does not exceed the Crank Cutout speed, the
Preglow, Engine Crank and Fuel Solenoid Relays will remain closed for
the Crank Time.
6. After the Crank Time has expired, all three Relays will open.
7. If there are no crank repeats set (Crank Repeats = 0) a Crank Fail alarm
will be logged and the control will wait for this alarm to be cleared.
8. If the crank repeats are set to a value greater than zero the control will
wait the Crank Delay time and then return to step 2 to close the Preglow
relay again.
9. After all of the Crank Repeats have been exhausted a Crank Fail alarm
will be logged and the control will wait for this alarm to be cleared.
Figure 2-1. Start Sequencing Timers
An illustration of a typical start sequence is given in Figure 2-1. On the first start
attempt the engine did not start so a second attempt was needed. If this had
been a Loss of Mains start then timer number 4 would have been skipped and
the Idle/Rated relay would have closed as soon as the speed went above the
Crank Cutout level.
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Start Sequencing Disabled

If the generator set already has an engine crank sequence control, the Start
Sequencing setpoint can be set to Disabled. The EGCP-2 will close only the Fuel
Solenoid Relay to start the engine. This relay is maintained until the EGCP-2
wants the engine to stop and then it will be opened. The Preglow and Engine
Crank Relays are not used. The EGCP-2 also does not use the magnetic pickup
when Start Sequencing is disabled.
When the EGCP-2 is given a start command, the Fuel Solenoid relay is
energized. The control then waits to see a voltage on the PT inputs, before
proceeding. The EGCP-2 will wait indefinitely since there is no timer in which it
expects to see a start. If Relay Number 12 is set for an Idle/Rated relay, it will
close after the voltage is sensed on the PT’s and the idle time has expired.
The engine speed will still be shown on the EGCP-2 display, but this is only a
calculation based on the Number of Poles setting and the generator frequency.
The overspeed setpoint will still be active, but again it is not sensing the actual
RPM, it is using the calculated RPM value.
Hardware Connections:
 Fuel Solenoid Relay*
 Idle/Rated Relay
*Required
Setpoints:
 Rated Speed
 Number of Teeth
 Idle Time
The Rated Speed and Number of Teeth setpoints still have to be set to satisfy
the configuration sanity checks performed by the EGCP-2 (see the Sanity
Checks section of the Installation and Operation manual 26174).
Start Sequence:
1. The EGCP-2 is commanded to start either from a Loss of Mains, a
discrete input, or by a master unit over the communication line.
2. The Fuel Solenoid Relay is closed.
3. The control waits to see voltage on the generator PT inputs.
4. The idle time is started.
5. Relay 12 will close after the idle time has elapsed.
6. Once the voltage is sensed, the engine is considered Running.
Stop Sequence
The EGCP-2 stop sequence is quite straightforward. An adjustable load level is
used to determine whether the engine needs to run through a cool down time. If
the kVA on the generator exceeded the Cool down Level, the cool down time will
be started as soon as the circuit breaker is opened.
By setting the Cool down level to zero kVA, the cool down timer will be active
after every start. By setting the Cool down time to zero, the cool down sequence
can be turned off. The engine can go through a cool down sequence on a Soft
Shutdown, but not on a Hard Shutdown.
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The EGCP-2 will expect the engine to stop whenever it has opened the Fuel
Solenoid relay. The Fuel Solenoid Relay will never open if the EGCP-2 senses
that its circuit breaker is closed (Discrete Input 8 is closed). The circuit breaker
must be opened first and then the Fuel Solenoid relay will open.
The Stop sequence is the same whether Start Sequencing is Enabled or

Disabled.
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Chapter 3.
Manual Run Modes
The EGCP-2 has two basic modes of operation for manual control. The Test No
Load mode is used to start and run an engine without closing a generator
breaker. The Run With Load mode or Manual mode is used to manually adjust
the speed and voltage of the generator prior and to manually control the circuit
breakers.
These two modes of operation will be the same regardless of the application and
the configuration of the EGCP-2. Whenever the Auto input is open, the EGCP-2
will be in the Manual mode.
Test No Load
To run the engine without any load, the Test no Load mode can be used. This
mode could be used for monthly maintenance runs, or when troubleshooting
problems. When the Test input is closed, the engine will start. The EGCP-2 will
be calling for a trip on the Gen breaker. The engine protection, such as low oil
pressure alarm and overspeed will be active. The Speed Raise and Lower inputs
can be used to adjust the engine speed and the Voltage Raise and Lower inputs
can be used to adjust the generator voltage.
Test No Load Sequence

The sequence begins with the EGCP-2 in Off state. The EGCP-2 will display this
information as follows:
I/O Screen
No Inputs are closed.
No Outputs are closed.
System Screen
The MAINS voltage is out of spec shown by --.
The GEN voltage is out of spec shown by --.
The engine is in the OFF state.
The control is in MANual and is in the OFF mode.
1. To start the engine, close the Test input.

1.1. The engine is started (see Chapter 2).
2. The Speed Raise and Lower inputs and the Voltage Raise and Lower inputs
will both be active to allow a user to adjust the speed or voltage manually.
3. Output 10 will remain de-energized, which is calling for the generator breaker
to trip.
4. The engine will run at rated speed as long as the Test input is closed.
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This would be displayed like this:
I/O Screen
Input 2 the Test input is closed.
Output 4 & 12 Fuel Solenoid and Idle/Rated are
closed to run the engine at rated.
Output 10 is de-energized to trip the gen breaker.
Status Screen
The GEN voltage is within spec shown by ++.
The engine is in the RUN state.
The control is in MANual and is in the KW DROOP
mode because the Gen CB Aux is open.
5. When the Test input is opened, the engine goes into the stop sequence (see
Chapter 2).
Application Questions for Test No Load Mode

The previous example lists the expected sequence of operation. However, it is
important to look at a few “what if” scenarios and note what would happen if the
sequence were interrupted.
What if the generator breaker is closed while in Test No Load mode?

The whole time the EGCP-2 is in the Test No Load mode, the control keeps
output 10 open, which is calling for a generator circuit breaker trip. If the breaker
is closed anyway, the EGCP-2 will have no means of opening the breaker
because it is already trying to trip the breaker. If the Gen CB Aux input is closed,
the engine will continue to run until the Gen CB Aux input is opened.
Run with Load

To run the engine and manually synchronize the breaker the Run with Load input
is used. The engine will start when the Run with Load input is closed. After the
Gen Stable delay, the Gen breaker trip will be released so that the breaker can
be closed manually. Both the generator and mains breakers are controlled
manually in this mode The only exception to this is if the control experiences a
hard or soft shutdown while in this mode, the generator breaker will be tripped.
For a No Parallel application the Mains breaker would need to be opened

manually as well. The EGCP-2 will not open the mains breaker, even if the
generator breaker is closed at the same time because the system is in manual.
In the manual mode, the EGCP-2 will not communicate or load share. If multiple
units are paralleled together on the bus, the generator circuit breaker aux input
should be opened to place the units in the droop mode.
It is not possible to operate as a Process master in manual. The Auto input must
be closed to go into the Process master mode. If a Process master is already
running on the bus and a unit is closed onto the bus in with only the Run with
Load input closed, it will go into the Process Slave mode.
For Contactor operation, the contactor is opened and closed with a single output,
the Gen Breaker Close Output relay #2. This relay is not operated in the manual
mode. The generator contactor would need to be both opened and closed by
another means when operating in the Manual Run with Load mode.
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Manual Run with Load Sequence

1. When the Run with Load input is closed, the engine will start (see Chapter 2)
2. The generator voltage and frequency must be within the high and low limits
of the Shutdown and Alarm menu for the Gen Stable Delay time.
2.1. The generator is declared stable
3. The generator breaker trip signal is released, by energizing relay # 10.
5. The display appears like this:
I/O Screen
Inputs 3 & 9, Run w/Load & Mains CB Aux are
closed.
Output 10 is energized to release the gen breaker
trip..
Status Screen
The MAINS voltage is within spec shown by ++.
The control is in MANual and is in the KW DROOP
6. All breaker operations are manual at this point.

6.1. In a No Parallel application the mains breaker would be tripped
manually
6.2. Then the generator breaker would be closed to the deadbus manually.
6.2.1.Depending on the state of the generator and mains breakers, the
configuration in the Real Load control menu, and the presence of a
master unit will determine if the control should go into either the kW
droop, isochronous, baseload or process mode (see chart below)
Process Master
running on-line
Mode Setpoint
Mains CB Aux
Control Menu
Load Control
Gen CB Aux
Real Load
currently
in the
Input
Input
Load Control Mode

KW Droop Open Don’t care Don’t Don’t Care
(hardware select) Care
KW Droop Closed Don’t Don’t KW Droop
(software select) Care Care
Isochronous Closed Open Don’t Soft Transfer or
Care Normal
Baseload Closed Closed No master Soft Transfer or
Normal
Process Closed Closed Master Soft Transfer or
on-line Normal
Table 3.1. Manual run
6.2.2.The EGCP-2 will not prevent paralleling the generator to the mains
because the control is in manual.
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6.2.3.If multiple units are manually synchronized together, their CB Aux
input (terminal 56) should be opened to place the units into the kW
Droop mode. The units will not load share in the manual mode.
Load sharing is only enabled when the Auto input is closed.
6.3. When the generator is to be taken off-line, the Run with Load input
should be opened.
6.4. The Gen Breaker Trip output will open to trip the generator breaker.
6.5. The control will go into the stop sequence (see Chapter 2).
Application Questions for Manual Run

Will the EGCP-2 open the generator breaker in manual mode if the engine has a
shutdown while running on-line?
Yes, this is the one exception where the EGCP-2 will operate the circuit breaker
while in the manual mode. For hard and soft shutdowns, the generator breaker
will trip and the engine will shutdown. If the mains breaker were open, it will not
be closed automatically because the control is in manual.
What if the application needs manual synchronization and load sharing?

The Run with Load input should be closed to start the engine. The generator can
be manually synchronized. Once the generator circuit breaker is closed, the Auto
input needs to be closed as well to activate the load sharing function.
Can manual synchronization be used for a Baseload application?

It is possible to manually synchronize multiple units to the mains and operate
them in the baseload mode. However, if the mains breaker were to open, these
controls would be in manual and would not load share on the isolated bus. For
this reason, it would be recommended that when the generator breaker is closed,
the Auto and Run with Load inputs should be closed to the EGCP-2. This will
provide a safe situation if the mains breaker were to open. The generator can be
synchronized manually and then the once the breaker is closed the mode will be
switched to Auto Run Baseload. The same idea applies to the Process mode. If
the unit is to go into the process mode after a manually synchronization, the Auto
input would need to be closed at the same time that the Generator Circuit
Breaker Aux input was closed.
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Chapter 4.
Single/ No Parallel
The most basic mode of operation for the EGCP-2 is Single Unit No Parallel. In
this configuration, the generator will never parallel with the mains. All operations
requiring the generator to be on load will take place with the mains breaker open.
The operations that will place the generator on load are either a Loss of Mains
detection or an Auto and Run With Load Switch Input. Since the generator will
never operate in parallel with the mains, all transitions between mains and
generator power to the load are done in an open transition fashion.
This configuration is used for two applications, either standby power, where the
EGCP-2 is monitoring the mains or a prime power application. In either case, the
generator set must be capable of supplying the entire plant load, as there is no
other source. The EGCP-2 over-current and high kW limits, can be used to
protect the generator from an over load situation.
Standby No Parallel Application

This section describes a single unit that will not be paralleled with the mains
power at any time. When mains power has failed, the generator set will be
started and closed to the bus to provide standby (emergency) power. When the
mains returns, the EGCP-2 will open the generator breaker, then close the utility
breaker in an open transition. Following the Cool down time, the engine will
shutdown.
Configuration items
The key configuration points in the EGCP-2 software that need to be configured
for a Single Unit No Parallel Standby application are:
Required settings
Configuration Menu:
Number of Units: Single
Operating Mode: No Parallel
Shutdown and Alarm Menu:

Gen Volt Hi Lmt Sets high end of generator voltage stable range
Gen Volt Lo Lmt Sets low end of generator voltage stable range
Gen Freq Hi Lmt Sets high end of gen frequency stable range
Gen Freq Lo Lmt Sets low end of gen frequency stable range
Synchronizer Menu:
Sync Mode: Run
Deadbus Closure: Enabled
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Real Load Control Menu:
Load Control Mode: Normal
Transfer Switch Menu:

Check Mains Breaker: Enabled
Mains Volt High Lmt: Sets high end of mains voltage stable range
Mains Volt High Alarm:* Loss of Mains or Loss of Mains with alarms
Mains Volt Low Lmt: Sets Low end of mains voltage stable range
Mains Volt Low Alarm:* Loss of Mains or Loss of Mains with alarms
Mains Freq High Lmt: Sets high end of mains frequency stable range
Mains Freq High Alarm:* Loss of Mains or Loss of Mains with alarms
Mains Freq Low Lmt: Sets low end of mains frequency stable range
Mains Freq Low Alarm:* Loss of Mains or Loss of Mains with alarms
LOM Action Delay: The amount of time that the mains power must
be out of spec to trigger the Loss of Mains
*At least one of the four Loss of Mains alarms need to be set for Loss of Mains or
Loss of Mains with Alarms for the Standby operation to occur.
Suggested Settings
Engine Control Menu:

Preglow Time: 0 sec.
If the Preglow relay is not being utilized, setting
this time above zero can cause delays when
starting the engine.
Reactive Load Menu

VAR/PF Mode PF Control or VAR Control
This will enable the voltage control of the EGCP-
2 to trim the generator voltage to the voltage
reference.

Fast Xfer Delay: 1.0 seconds
This is the delay time between the opening and
closing of the two breakers or contactors.
Gen Stable Dly: 1.0 seconds
When the generator is started, how long will the
voltage and frequency need to be within spec
before the gen breaker can be closed. This may
be set to minimum to achieve the fastest breaker
closing time.
Discretionary
Configuration Menu:
Network Address
Network Priority
Synchronizer Menu:
Sync Gain
Sync Stability
Voltage Matching
Voltage Window
Max Phase Window
Dwell Time
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Load Ctrl Gain
Loadshare Gain
Load Stability
Load Derivative
Load Ctrl Filter
Baseload Reference
Unload Trip
Load Time
Unload Time
Reactive Load Control Menu:

kVAR Reference
PF Reference
PF Deadband
Process Control Menu:

Not all items in this menu are applicable to a single unit standby application.
Transfer Switch Menu

Load Surge
Load Surge Alarm
Sequencing and Comms Menu

Auto Sequencing
Max Gen Load
Next Genset Dly
Rated Load Dly
Max Start Time
Min Gen Load
Reduced Load Dly
Max Stop Time
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Control Wiring
Not Used
Required
Optional
Terminal Description Comment
1+ power supply 
2– power supply 
5 Mains Brkr Close N.O. 
6 Mains Brkr Close Com. 
7 Mains Brkr Close N. C. 
8 Gen Brkr Close N.O. 
9 Gen Brkr Close Com. 
10 Gen Brkr Close N. C. 
11 Engine Preglow 
13 Fuel Solenoid 
15 Crank Engine  Not Required if Start Sequencing is
Disabled
16 Crank Engine  “
17 No Connection 
18 Visual Alarm N. O. 
19 Visual Alarm Com. 
20 Visual Alarm N. C. 
21 Bus PT Connect 
23 Mains PT Disconnect 
25 Mains Brkr Trip N. O. 
26 Mains Brkr Trip Com. 
27 Mains Brkr Trip N. C. 
28 Gen Brkr Trip N. O. 
29 Gen Brkr Trip Com. 
30 Gen Brkr Trip N. C. 
31 Audible Alarm 
34 Idle Rated/Load SW  Idle is bypassed on LOM start
35 Idle Rated/Load SW  “
37 + Voltage Bias  May be required for Voltage Trim
function
38 – Voltage Bias  “
39 Voltage Bias Shield  “
40 Mains/Bus PT Phase A 
41 Mains/Bus PT Phase B 
or N
42 Generator PT phase A + 
43 Generator PT phase A – 
44 Generator PT phase B + 
Table 4-1. I/O list for Single Unit No Parallel Standby application
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Not Used
Required
Optional
45 Generator PT phase B – 
46 Generator PT phase C + 
47 Generator PT phase C – 
49 Auto 
50 Test 
51 Run/Ld 
52 Volt Raise 
53 Volt Lower 
54 Speed Raise 
55 Speed Lower 
56 Gen CB Aux 
57 Mains CB Aux 
58 Process 
59 Fault 1 
60 Fault 2 
61 Fault 3 
62 Fault 4 
63 Fault 5 
64 Fault 6 
65 Switch Common 
66 Temp Sensor + 
67 Temp Sensor – 
68 Pressure Sensor + 
69 Pressure Sensor – 
70 Magnetic Pickup +  Not Required if Start Sequencing is
Disabled
71 Magnetic Pickup –  “
72 Magnetic Pickup Shield  “
73 + Speed Bias  Required for Droop or Manual
operation
74 – Speed Bias  “
75 Speed Bias Shield  “
76 + 485 Communication 
77 – 485 Communication 
78 485 Shield 
79 NC 
80 Communication Reference 
81 422 Communication RX+ 
82 422 Communication RX– 
83 422 Shield 
84 422 Communication TX+ 
85 422 Communication TX– 
86 + Process Signal 
87 – Process Signal 
88 Process Signal Shield 
Table 4-1 cont’d
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Not Used
Required
Optional
89 Gen CT phase A+ Current 
90 Gen CT phase A– Current 
91 Gen CT phase B+ Current 
92 Gen CT phase B– Current 
93 Gen CT Phase C+ Current 
94 Gen CT Phase C– Current 
Table 4-1 cont’d
The Control Wiring section of this manual is intended for quick reference to basic
wiring requirements and operational concepts. Consult the Plant Wiring Diagram
and Operational Description sections of the Installation and Operation manual
26174, for more detail on the wiring of the EGCP-2.
Application: Standby Power

Number of Units = Single Operating Mode = No Parallel
G52 LOAD U52

MAINS
GEN BUS
PTs PT
Local Mains
Mode Selector GEN PT PT Disconnect
Connect 3
Switch Auto (Standby) CTs
Gen Breaker +Battery
Automatic Manual
Close GCC -Battery
NLT (No Load Test) Gen Breaker Close Coil
Test Gen Breaker +Battery
Run With Load (manual sync) Trip Manual GTC
Run W/LD Gen Breaker Trip Coil
Voltage Raise
Mains Breaker Manual+Battery MCC
Close Mains Breaker Close Coil
1
Voltage Lower Mains Breaker +Battery
Manual
Trip MTC
Mains Breaker Trip Coil
Speed Raise
Fuel +Battery
1 FUEL
Solenoid Fuel shutoff solenoid
2 Speed Lower
Manual G52a Engine +Battery
Gen CB Aux Preglow prglw
Preglow relay
U52a Mains CB Aux +Battery
Engine Engine Crank Relay
Crank crank
No Connection Process I/E
Visual +Battery Visual Alarm
Fault #1
.. Alarm
. Audible +Battery
Fault #6 Alarm
Audible Alarm
D/I Common
Single NoParallel Application
1 Only required if the speed and voltage 3 Manual mode requires manual mains and
need to be adjusted when Test generator breaker operation. See manual
or Manual is selected. These inputs are mode section of this manual.
ignored in the Auto Mode
2 Opening the Gen CB Aux input will

place the EGCP-2 into droop mode
Figure 4-1. Single No Parallel Standby Application
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Operation
The EGCP-2 operation is quite straightforward for this application. Using the
three mode selector inputs Auto, Test, and Run with Load, the generator set can
be placed into the proper mode of operation. The switch configuration would be
as follows:
Run w/Load
Input
Auto
Test
Mode of Operation
Off
 Standby
 Test No Load
 Manual Run with Load
  Manual Run with Load
  Auto Test
  Auto Run
   Auto Run
X = Discrete input closed
Table 4-2. Mode Selector Switch Position for Standby Application
Off
The off state is used to shut down the generator set. In this state, the EGCP-2
will not energize its Fuel Solenoid output. If the EGCP-2 senses a magnetic
pickup input, the Engine state will be displayed as Spindown. The EGCP-2 will
call for a generator breaker trip. The control will not open or close the mains
breaker in this mode.
Standby
By closing the Auto input only, the EGCP-2 will be in the Standby mode. In the
Standby mode the control will monitor the Mains PT input and wait for the mains
to fail. Then the engine will be started to supply standby power. When the mains
returns the load will be transferred back to the mains and the engine will be
shutdown.
Test No Load
To run the engine without any load, the Test no Load mode can be used. See
Chapter 3 for more information about this mode.
Auto Test
The Auto Test mode is the same as Test no Load except it also includes the
standby features. If the mains were to fail while exercising the engine, the
generator would supply the load. When the mains returns, the engine would run
off-line until the Test input was opened.
Manual Run with Load

The Manual Run with Load mode is used for manual synchronization. See
Auto Run
To run an engine when the mains power is not failed the Auto Run mode is used.
For this no parallel application, the load will be transferred from the mains to the
generator through an open transition. An open transition back to the mains will
occur when exiting this mode.
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Sequence of Operation
This section will describe the details of operation for the Standby application
when configured for a Single No Parallel control.
One of the best features of the EGCP-2 is the simple operation of the standby
mode. By simply closing the Auto, input the EGCP-2 will automatically operate
the standby generator set. No other action is needed.
Standby Engine Sequence

The sequence begins with a healthy mains and the EGCP-2 in OFF.
The mains breaker is closed and the mains power is being supplied to the load.
The EGCP-2 will display this information as follows:
I/O Screen
Input 9, the Mains CB Aux is closed.
Inputs 1,2, & 3, the Auto, Test, and Run with Load
are all open.
System Screen
1. Placing the EGCP-2 into the Standby mode

1.1. To place the engine in standby the Auto input should be closed.
1.2. At this point, the EGCP-2 will begin to monitor the Mains PT input. This
voltage should be within the Mains Volt High and Low Limits and Mains
Frequency High and Low Limit.
1.3. The displays will be shown like this:
I/O Screen
Inputs 1, Auto is closed.
System Screen
The control is in AUTO and is in the OFF mode.
2. Starting the Standby unit on a Loss Of Mains

2.1. When the mains voltage or frequency travels outside of the acceptable
range for the Loss Of Mains Action Delay time, the EGCP-2 will
consider the Mains failed.
2.2. The mains breaker is opened.
2.3. Then the engine is started. (see Chapter 2 for start sequence
information).
2.4. The Mains/Bus PT input will switch from looking at the Mains to looking
at the Bus.
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2.5. The generator voltage and frequency must be within the high and low
limits of the Shutdown and Alarm menu for the Gen Stable Delay time.
2.6. The generator is declared stable.
2.7. The generator breaker is closed to the deadbus.
2.8. The Mains/Bus PT input will switch back to monitor the Mains.
2.9. This is indicated on the display like this:
I/O Screen
Inputs 1 & 8, Auto & Gen CB Aux are closed.
Output 4 & 12 Fuel Solenoid and Idle/Rated are closed to
run the engine at rated.
Outputs 6 & 11 Visual and Audible Alarm are closed to
indicate an Active Alarm.
Output 10 Gen Breaker Trip is a reverse logic contact that
will open to trip the breaker. When closed the generator
breaker can be closed.
System Screen
The control is in AUTO and is in the ISOCHRONOUS
mode.
3. The Mains returns

3.1. The mains voltage will need to be within the voltage and frequency high
and low limits of the Transfer switch menu, for the Mains Stable Delay
time.
3.2. The generator breaker is opened.
3.3. The Fast Xfer Delay timer is started.
3.4. The Mains/Bus PT input will switch to the Bus and verify it is dead.
3.5. Upon completion of the Fast Xfer Delay time, the mains breaker is
closed.
3.6. The engine goes into the stop sequence (see Chapter 2 for stop
sequence information).
3.7. The Mains/Bus PT will switch back to the Mains and await the next Loss
of Mains.
3.8. The display screen will appear like this:
System Screen
The engine is in the COOLDOWN state with 5 seconds
remaining.
The sequence is now back at step 2 and would repeat on the next Loss of Mains.
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Figure 4-2. Standby mode schematic
EGCP-2 Auto input is closed. Control is in the Standby Mode

1. Mains is supplying the Load
2. Mains fails
3. EGCP-2 Opens Mains Breaker. Generator is started.
4. EGCP-2 closes Generator Breaker
5. Mains Returns
6. EGCP-2 Opens Generator Breaker
EGCP-2 Closes Mains Breaker and shuts down generator
Application Questions for Standby Mode

Would the EGCP-2 close the generator breaker if the mains breaker would not
open when the Loss of Mains was detected?
The answer is no. For safety reasons, the EGCP-2 will not close the generator
breaker if it senses a closed mains breaker.
What happens if the engine has a shutdown while it is operating during a Loss of
Mains?
For example, if the control had a hard or soft shutdown, such as Low Oil
Pressure Alarm, the generator breaker would open and the engine would
shutdown. The control is still in Auto, so it is allowed to operate the breakers. The
control would open the generator breaker and close the mains breaker, after the
mains returns. If the shutdown were reset before the mains returned, the control
would go through the Loss of Mains sequence.
What if the engine has a problem and the operator needs to shut it down while
the mains are failed?
Opening the Auto input to the EGCP-2 will not cause the engine to shut down if
the mains are failed. The operator must open the generator breaker manually
after opening the Auto input or give the EGCP-2 a shutdown on one of the
Remote Fault Inputs. If the Auto input is opened, the EGCP-2 will be in the
manual mode and will not close the mains breaker. This breaker would have to
be closed manually.
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What will happen if the control cannot close the mains breaker when the mains
has returned?
In the Synchronizer menu, the Close Attempts setting sets the number of times
the control will try to close a breaker, even for a deadbus close. If the generator
breaker has opened and the control has finished all of its close attempts trying to
close the mains, a Sync Reclose Alarm will be logged. When the breaker
problem is corrected, an operator will need to clear the Sync Reclose Alarm from
the Alarm Log. After which, the control will try again to close the mains breaker.
Auto Test sequence

With a healthy Mains and the EGCP-2 in Auto.
1. When the Test input is closed, the engine will start (see Chapter 2).
to trip.
5. The display screens would appear like this:
I/O Screen
Inputs 1,2 & 9, Auto, Test & Mains CB Aux are closed.
Status Screen
The control is in AUTO and is in the KW DROOP mode
because the Gen CB Aux is open.
6. If the Mains were to fail while in this mode,

6.1. The EGCP-2 would open the Mains breaker and perform the normal
Loss of Mains sequence.
6.2. When the mains has returned and exceeded the Mains Stable Delay
time, the EGCP-2 would open the generator beaker
6.3. Then after the mains breaker has been closed, the engine will continue
to run as long as the Test input is closed.
7. When the test input is opened, the engine will go into the stop sequence (see
Chapter 2).
Auto Run sequence

With a healthy mains and the EGCP-2 in Auto.
1. The Run with Load input is closed.
2. The engine will start (see Chapter 2)
4. The generator is declared stable
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5. The screen display will appear like this:
I/O Screen
Inputs 1, 3, & 9, Auto, Run w/Load & Mains CB Aux
are closed.
Output 10 is energized to release the gen breaker
trip.
Status Screen
The control is in Auto and is in the KW DROOP
6. The mains breaker will open, because the Operating Mode is No Parallel.
7. The Fast Xfer Delay timer is started.
8. The Mains/Bus PT input will switch from looking at the Mains to looking at the
Bus.
9. When the Fast Xfer Delay timer has expired, the generator breaker is closed
to the deadbus.
10. The Mains/Bus PT input will switch back to monitor the Mains.
11. The generator will supply the isolated load.
12. When the Run with Load input is opened, the generator breaker will open.
13. The Fast Xfer Delay timer will begin.
14. The Mains/Bus PT input will switch to monitor the Bus.
15. When the Fast Xfer Delay has expired, the Mains breaker will be closed.
16. The engine will go into the stop sequence (see Chapter 2).
Application Questions for Auto Run

What happens if the mains were to fail while, the engine was supplying the
isolated load in the Auto Run mode?
There is no change initially, the mains breaker is already opened, and the
generator is already supplying the load. However, the control now senses a Loss
of Mains, so if the Run with Load input were opened, the control would not open
the generator breaker. It would treat the situation like a Loss of Mains and remain
on the bus waiting for the mains to return.
What if the engine has a shutdown while supplying the load?

For both a hard or soft shutdown, the generator breaker will be tripped. With a
soft shutdown, there may be a Cooldown time, for hard shutdown there is not.
The Mains breaker will be closed and the engine will shut down.
Prime Power Application

This section describes a single unit that is the only source of power for the load.
There is no mains power source.
Configuration items
The key configuration points in the EGCP-2 software, which need to be
configured for a Single Unit No Parallel Prime Power application, are:
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Required settings
Configuration Menu:
Number of Units: Multiple*
*Only standby applications with one engine generator should be set for Single
Unit. For all prime power applications, this should be set to Multiple even if there
is only one engine generator.

Gen Volt Hi Lmt Sets high end of generator voltage
stable range
Gen Volt Lo Lmt Sets low end of generator voltage stable
range
Gen Freq Hi Lmt Sets high end of gen frequency stable
range
Gen Freq Lo Lmt Sets low end of gen frequency stable
range
Synchronizer Menu:
Sync Mode: Run
Deadbus Closure: Enabled


Check Mains Breaker: Disabled
Mains Volt High Alarm: Disabled
Mains Volt Low Alarm: Disabled
Mains Freq High Alarm: Disabled
Mains Freq Low Alarm: Disabled
Suggested Settings
Reactive Load Menu

This will enable the voltage control of
the EGCP-2 to trim the generator
voltage to the voltage reference.
Discretionary
Configuration Menu:
Network Address
Network Priority
Synchronizer Menu:
Sync Gain
Sync Stability
Voltage Matching
Voltage Window
Max Phase Window
Dwell Time
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Load Ctrl Gain
Loadshare Gain
Load Stability
Load Derivative
Load Ctrl Filter
Baseload Reference
Unload Trip
Load Time
Unload Time

kVAR Reference
PF Reference
PF Deadband

Not all items in this menu are applicable to a single unit prime power
application.

Fast Xfer Delay
Mains Stable Delay
Load Surge
Load Surge Alarm
Main Volt High Lmt
Main Volt Low Lmt
Main Freq High Lmt
Main Freq Low Lmt
LOM Action Delay
Sequencing and Comms Menu:

Auto Sequencing
Max Gen Load
Next Genset Dly
Rated Load Dly
Max Start Time
Min Gen Load
Reduced Load Dly
Max Stop Time
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Control Wiring
Not Used
Required
Optional
1+ power supply 
5Mains Brkr Close N.O. 
6Mains Brkr Close Com. 
7Mains Brkr Close N. C. 
8Gen Brkr Close N.O. 
9Gen Brkr Close Com. 
15 Crank Engine  Not Required if Start Sequencing is Disabled
37 + Voltage Bias  May be required for Voltage Trim function
41 Mains/Bus PT Phase B or N 
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Not Used
Required
Optional
49 Auto 
50 Test 
51 Run/Ld 
52 Volt Raise 
53 Volt Lower 
54 Speed Raise 
55 Speed Lower 
56 Gen CB Aux 
57 Mains CB Aux 
58 Process 
59 Fault 1 
60 Fault 2 
61 Fault 3 
62 Fault 4 
63 Fault 5 
64 Fault 6 
70 Magnetic Pickup +  Not Required if Start Sequencing is Disabled
73 + Speed Bias  Required for Droop or Manual operation
74 – Speed Bias  “
75 Speed Bias Shield  “
78 485 Shield 
79 NC 
80 Communication 
Reference
83 422 Shield 
89 Gen CT phase A+ 
Current
90 Gen CT phase A– 
Current
Table 4-3 cont’d
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Not Used
Required
Optional
Table 4-3 cont’d
Application: Prime Power

Number of Units = Single Operating Mode = No Parallel
G52 LOAD
Mode Selector
Switch GEN BUS
PTs PT
Run with Load 4 Local Mains
(auto sync) GEN PT PT Disconnect
CTs Connect 3
Auto (Standby) Gen Breaker
Automatic +Battery
Close Manual
Gen Breaker Close Coil GCC -Battery
NLT (No Load Test)
Trip Manual GTC
Run With Load
(manual sync)
Mains Breaker
Voltage Raise Close
1
Voltage Lower Mains Breaker
Trip
Speed Raise
Fuel +Battery
1 FUEL
2 Speed Lower
Preglow relay
No Connection Mains CB Aux Engine +Battery Engine Crank Relay
Crank crank
Fault #1
.. Alarm
. Audible +Battery
Fault #6 Alarm
Audible Alarm
D/I Common
Single No Parallel Application
2 Opening the Gen CB Aux input will 4 Both the Auto and Run with Load inputs will
place the EGCP-2 into droop mode be closed for Run with Load (auto sync)
Figure 4-3. Single No Parallel Prime Power Application
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Operation
The EGCP-2 operation is quite straightforward for this application. Using the
three mode selector inputs Auto, Test, and Run w/Load, the generator set can be
placed into the proper mode of operation. The switch configuration would be as
follows:
Run w/Load
Input
Auto
Test
Mode of Operation
Off
 Auto
 Test No Load
  Test No Load
  Auto Run
   Auto Run
Modes that are shown in gray are not discussed in this application section.
Table 4-4. Mode Selector Switch Position for Prime Power Application
Off
de-energize the Gen CB trip relay to call for a generator breaker trip.
Auto
By closing the Auto input only, the EGCP-2 will do nothing. The Auto input is
used in conjunction with the Run with Load input.
Test No Load

Auto Run
To run an engine with the EGCP-2 automatically closing the breaker to the
deadbus, the Auto Run mode is used. When stopping the engine both the Auto
and Run with Load inputs should be removed. If only one is removed, the engine
will keep running on-line.
This section will describe the details of operation for the Prime Power application
when configured for a Single No Parallel control.
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Auto Run Sequence
1. When the Auto and Run with Load inputs are closed simultaneously, the
engine will start (see Chapter 2).
3. The generator breaker is closed to the deadbus.
4. When the Auto and Run with Load inputs are opened, the generator breaker
will open.
Figure 4-4. Stop sequence step diagram
If the control senses voltage on the bus, will it synchronize to this voltage and
close the breaker?
No, this application is expecting a deadbus so it will not close the generator
breaker.

For both a hard or soft shutdown, the generator breaker will be tripped. With a
soft shutdown, there may be a Cool down time; for hard shutdown, there is not.
Can the Bus PT input be wired directly to the control, since there is no mains in
this application?
No, the Bus Disconnect relay is still needed. After the EGCP-2 closes the
generator breaker, it will still switch the Bus/Mains PT to look for the mains. If
there is no relay to break the Bus PT from coming into the control, the EGCP-2
will mistake this for the mains and try to return to mains power.
Alternate Sequence of Operation

For the single unit prime power application, it is also possible to treat the
generator set as a standby unit that is always in a failed mains situation. By
programming either the Mains Volt Low Alm or Mains Freq Low Alm for Loss of
Mains, the EGCP-2 will always see that the mains has failed and will run in the
standby mode, by closing only the Auto input. The difference between this
method and the Auto and Run method, would be the Idle/Rated relay on start up.
For a Loss Of Mains start, the Idle time is bypassed. For an Auto Run start, the
Idle time would be used, if Relay 12 was programmed as an Idle/Rated switch.
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Figure 4-5. Prime power step diagram
1. When the Auto input is closed, the engine will start (see Chapter 2).
3. The generator breaker is closed to the deadbus.
4. When the Auto input is opened, the generator breaker will open.
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Chapter 5.
Single/ Mains Parallel
Single Unit Parallel operation of the EGCP-2 control enables the control’s ability
to synchronize and close to the mains. When paralleling to the mains, the EGCP-
2 will operate in either a base load (constant generator KW), or process control
mode. This depends on which switch inputs are received at the control. The
EGCP-2 will also operate in a Power Factor or VAR control mode while in parallel
with the Mains if the VAR/PF control setpoint in the Reactive Load Control tuning
menu is set for either PF control or kVAR control.
The EGCP-2 may also be configured for soft transfer operation. Soft Transfer
operation is enabled in the configuration menu item labeled “Load Control Mode.”
Soft transfer refers to an operating mode in which the generator assumes load
(either base load or process), and upon reaching a specific base load or process
reference point, issues a command to open the mains breaker. This effectively
transfers load from the mains to the generator in a smooth fashion.
For the Single Parallel configuration Four applications will be discussed,

Standby, Baseload, Process, and Soft Transfer.
Standby Parallel Application

This section describes a single unit that will not run continuously paralleled with
the mains. When mains power has failed, the generator set will be started and
closed to the bus to provide standby (emergency) power. When the mains has
returned, the EGCP-2 will synchronize the generator set with the mains. In this
way the loss of power to the load is only experienced once when the mains fails.
Upon return of the mains, the load is transferred from the generator to the mains
in a closed transition fashion without power interruption.
Configuration items
The key configuration points in the EGCP-2 software that need to be configured
for a Single Unit Parallel Standby application are:
Required settings
Configuration Menu:
Operating Mode: Mains Parallel
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Gen Volt Hi Lmt: Sets high end of generator voltage stable range
Gen Volt Lo Lmt: Sets low end of generator voltage stable range
Gen Freq Hi Lmt: Sets high end of gen frequency stable range
Gen Freq Lo Lmt: Sets low end of gen frequency stable range
Synchronizer Menu:
Sync Mode: Run

Baseload Reference: Used with the Load and Unload Time settings to
determine the load ramp rate.
Unload Trip: When unloading the generator, this is the kW
breaker trip command
Load Time: Sets the load increase ramp time
Unload Time: Sets the unload ramp time

be out of spec to trigger the Loss of Mains
Suggested Settings

starting the engine
Reactive Load Menu

2 to trim the generator voltage to the voltage
reference in isolated mode.
before the gen breaker can be closed? This may
closing time.
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Discretionary
Configuration Menu:
Network Address
Network Priority

Not all items in this menu are applicable to a single unit standby application.

Auto Sequencing
Max Gen Load
Next Genset Dly
Rated Load Dly
Max Start Time
Min Gen Load
Reduced Load Dly
Max Stop Time
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Control Wiring
Not Used
Required
Optional
1+ power supply 
Disabled
37 + Voltage Bias 
38 – Voltage Bias 
39 Voltage Bias Shield 
Table 5-1. I/O list for Single Unit Parallel Standby application
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Not Used
Required
Optional
or N
49 Auto 
50 Test 
51 Run/Ld 
52 Volt Raise 
53 Volt Lower 
54 Speed Raise 
55 Speed Lower 
56 Gen CB Aux 
57 Mains CB Aux 
58 Process 
59 Fault 1 
60 Fault 2 
61 Fault 3 
62 Fault 4 
63 Fault 5 
64 Fault 6 
Disabled
Table 5-1 cont’d
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Not Used
Required
Optional
73 + Speed Bias 
74 – Speed Bias 
75 Speed Bias Shield 
78 485 Shield 
79 NC 
83 422 Shield 
Table 5-1 cont’d
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Application: Standby Parallel

Number of Units = Single Operating Mode = Mains Parallel
G52 LOAD U52

MAINS
GEN BUS
PTs PT
Local Mains
Connect 3
Automatic Manual
Close GCC -Battery
Run With Load (manual sync) Trip Manual GTC
Voltage Raise
1
Manual
Trip MTC
Speed Raise
Fuel +Battery
1 FUEL
2 Speed Lower
Preglow relay
Crank crank
Fault #1
.. Alarm
. Audible +Battery
Fault #6 Alarm
Audible Alarm
D/I Common
Single Mains Parallel Application

Figure 5-1. Single Unit Parallel Application
Operation
Using the three mode selector inputs Auto, Test, and Run with Load, the
generator set can be placed into the proper mode of operation. The switch
configuration would be as follows:
Run w/Load
Input
Auto
Test
Mode of Operation
Off
 Standby
 Test No Load
  Auto Test
  Auto Run (discussed in the next application section)
   Auto Run (discussed in the next application section)
Table 5-2. Mode Selector Switch Position for Standby
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Off
Standby
Standby mode the control will monitor the Mains PT input and wait for the mains
to fail. Then the engine will be started to supply standby power. When the mains
returns the load will be transferred back to the mains and the engine will be
shutdown.
Test No Load
Auto Test

Auto Run
This section of the manual describes only the standby operation. The Auto Run
function will be described in the next two application sections, the single
baseload, and single process.
when configured for a Single Parallel control.
One of the best features of the EGCP-2 is the simple operation of the standby
mode. By simply closing the Auto input, the EGCP-2 will automatically operate
the standby generator set – no other action is needed.
The EGCP-2 will display this information as follows:
I/O Screen
Inputs 1,2, &3,the Auto, Test, and Run with Load
are all open.
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System Screen

1.1. To place the engine in standby the Auto input will be closed.
1.2. At this point, the EGCP-2 will begin to monitor the Mains PT input. This
voltage should be within the Mains Volt High and Low Limits and Mains
Frequency High and Low Limit.
I/O Screen
Input 1, Auto is closed.
System Screen
2. Starting the Standby unit on a Loss Of Mains

2.1. When the mains voltage or frequency travels outside of the acceptable
range for the Loss Of Mains Action Delay time, the EGCP-2 will
consider the Mains failed.
2.3. Then the engine is started (see Chapter 2).
at the Bus.
2.7. The generator breaker is closed to the deadbus.
I/O Screen
Outputs 6 & 11 Visual and Audible Alarm are
closed to indicate an Active Alarm.
Output 10 Gen Breaker Trip is a reverse logic
contact that will open to trip the breaker. When
closed the generator breaker can be closed.
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System Screen
mode.

time.
3.2. The generator is synchronized to the mains.
3.3. The mains breaker is closed.
3.4. The generator will softly unload to its Unload Trip level, passing the load
from the generator to the mains.
3.5. When the generator KW is equal to or less than the Unload Trip level,
the generator breaker will trip.
3.6. The engine will go into the stop sequence (see Chapter 2).
System Screen
remaining.
Figure 5-2. Standby parallel step diagram
1. Mains is supplying the Load

2. Mains fails
3. EGCP-2 Opens Mains Breaker. Generator is started
4. EGCP-2 closes Generator Breaker
5. Mains Returns
6. EGCP-2 Synchronizer Mains Breaker
7. EGCP-2 Unloads Generator, Opens Generator Breaker and shuts down
generator
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If the mains breaker would not open when the Loss of Mains was detected,
would the EGCP-2 close the generator breaker?
breaker if it senses a closed mains breaker.
What if the engine has a problem and the operator needs to shut it down while
the mains are failed?
Opening the Auto input to the EGCP-2 will not cause the engine to shut down if
the mains are failed. The operator must open the generator breaker manually
after opening the Auto input or give the EGCP-2 a shutdown on one of the
Remote Fault Inputs.
Mains?
For example, if the control had a hard or soft shutdown, such as Low Oil
Pressure Alarm, the generator breaker would open and the engine would
shutdown. The control is still in Auto, so it is allowed to operate the breakers. The
control would open the generator breaker and close the mains breaker upon
return of the mains voltage. If the shutdown were reset before the mains
returned, the control would go through the Loss of Mains sequence.
When the mains has returned, what will happen if the control cannot close the
mains breaker?
the control will try to close a breaker. If the control has finished all of its close
attempts trying to close the mains, a Sync Reclose Alarm will be logged. When
the breaker problem is corrected, an operator will need to clear the Sync Reclose
Alarm from the Alarm Log. After which, the control will try again to synchronize
and close the mains breaker.
Auto Test sequence

to trip.
I/O Screen
Inputs 1,2 & 9, Auto, Test & Mains CB Aux are
closed.
Status Screen
The control is in AUTO and is in the KW DROOP
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Loss of Mains sequence.
time, the EGCP-2 would synchronize and close the mains breaker.
6.3. The engine would softly unload and open the generator breaker.
6.4. The engine will continue to run as long as the Test input is closed.
Chapter 2).
Auto Run sequence

This mode is used to run the generator continuously with the mains and is
discussed in the next two applications.
Single Unit Baseload Application

This section describes a single unit that will be operated in parallel with the
mains. The baseload application only controls the generator load. It does not
measure or control the mains import/export load.
Configuration items
configured for a Single Unit Baseload application, are:
Required settings
Configuration Menu:

Synchronizer Menu:
Sync Mode: Run

Baseload Reference: After the generator breaker is closed the load
reference will ramp to this point.
value where the EGCP-2 sends the Generator
breaker trip command.

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Suggested Settings
Reactive Load Menu:

VAR/PF Mode: PF Control or VAR Control
2 when operating in parallel with the mains.
kVAR Reference: When in VAR control, After the generator
breaker is closed the kVAR reference will ramp
to this point.
PF Reference: When In PF control, After the generator breaker
is closed the PF reference will ramp to this point.

be out of spec to trigger the Loss of Mains.
Loss of Mains with Alarms for the Standby operation to occur. If no standby
operation is desired, set all of these alarms to Disable.
Discretionary
Configuration Menu:
Network Address
Network Priority

application.

Auto Sequencing
Max Gen Load
Next Genset Dly
Rated Load Dly
Max Start Time
Min Gen Load
Reduced Load Dly
Max Stop Time
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Control Wiring
Not Used
Required
Optional
1+ power supply 
Disabled
Table 5-3. I/O list for Single Unit Baseload application
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Not Used
Required
Optional
49 Auto 
50 Test 
51 Run/Ld 
52 Volt Raise 
53 Volt Lower 
54 Speed Raise 
55 Speed Lower 
56 Gen CB Aux 
57 Mains CB Aux 
58 Process 
59 Fault 1 
60 Fault 2 
61 Fault 3 
62 Fault 4 
63 Fault 5 
64 Fault 6 
73 + Speed Bias 
78 485 Shield 
79 NC 
83 422 Shield 
Table 5-3 cont’d
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Not Used
Required
Optional
Table 5-3 cont’d
Application: Baseload
G52 LOAD U52

MAINS
Mode Selector
Switch GEN BUS
1 PTs PT
Auto Run Baseload Local Mains
GEN PT PT Disconnect
CTs Connect 3
Auto (Standby)
Automatic Manual
Close GCC -Battery
Trip Manual GTC
Run With Load
(manual sync) Run W/LD Gen Breaker Trip Coil
Voltage Raise

Manual
Trip MTC
Speed Raise
Fuel +Battery
Solenoid FUEL
2 Speed Lower Fuel shutoff solenoid

Preglow relay
Crank crank
Fault #1
.. Alarm
. Audible +Battery
Fault #6 Alarm
Audible Alarm
D/I Common
Single Baseload Application
1 Both the Auto and Run with Load 3 Manual mode requires manual mains and
inputs will be closed when the Mode generator breaker operation. See manual
Selected is Auto Run Baseload mode section of this manual.

Figure 5-3. Single Unit Baseload Application
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Operation
generator set can be placed into the proper mode of operation. The switch
Run w/Load
Input
Auto
Test
Mode of Operation
Off
 Standby
 Test No Load
  Auto Test
  Auto Run Baseload
   Auto Run Baseload
Table 5-4. Mode Selector Switch Position for Single Baseload
Off
Standby
By closing the Auto input only, the EGCP-2 will be in the Standby mode. Please
see the previous application Single Standby for an explanation of the operation.
Test No Load
Manual Run Baseload

The Manual Run with Load mode is used for manual synchronization. When the
generator breaker is closed, the control will go into the baseload mode if the Gen
CB Aux and Mains CB Aux inputs are closed. See Chapter 3 for more
information about this mode.
Auto Run Baseload

When both the Auto and Run with Load inputs are closed, the control will perform
an automatic synchronization and run with the generator breaker closed. If the
mains is present, the control will also close the mains breaker and operate the
generator in the baseload mode. If the mains fails, the generator will be operated
in the isochronous mode.
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This section will describe the details of operation for the Baseload application
Auto Run Baseload Sequence
The sequence begins with a healthy mains and the EGCP-2 in OFF. The mains
breaker is closed and the mains power is being supplied to the load.
1. Placing the EGCP-2 into the Auto Run mode:

1.1. To place the engine in Auto Run the Auto and Run with Load inputs will
be closed.
1.2. At this point, the EGCP-2 will start the engine (see Chapter 2).
1.3. If the mains voltage is stable, and the mains breaker is not closed, the
EGCP-2 will close the mains breaker.
at the Bus.
1.6. The generator is declared stable. The displays will be shown like this:
I/O Screen
Inputs 1 & 3, Auto and Run with Load are closed.
Outputs 4 & 12 Fuel Solenoid and Idle/Rated are closed
to run the engine at rated speed.
Outputs 7 & 8 are closed to bring the Bus PT voltage
into the Mains/Bus PT input.
Output 10 is closed to remove the Generator Breaker
trip signal.
System Screen
The BUS voltage is within spec shown by ++
The GEN voltage is in spec shown by ++
The engine is in the RUN state
until the generator breaker is closed.
2. Running on-line in Baseload:

2.1. The EGCP-2 will synchronize the generator to the mains and close the
generator breaker.
2.2. The EGCP-2 will ramp the kW load on the generator to the Baseload
reference.
2.3. If the control is configured for Power Factor control the power factor will
be controlled at the Power Factor Reference.
2.4. If VAR control is configured, the kVARs will be ramped to the VAR
Reference.
2.5. The baseload reference can be adjusted in three ways:
2.5.1.Using the Raise and Lower Speed discrete inputs.
Using the Raise and Lower Speed Modbus® * inputs.
* Modbus is a registered trademark of Schneider Automation Inc.
2.5.2. Using the Modbus Baseload Reference address 40003. See the
EGCP-2 Communications manual 26182, for more detail on the
Modbus communications of the EGCP-2.
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2.6. The Power Factor or KVAR setpoint can be adjusted in three ways:
2.6.1.Using the Raise and Lower Voltage discrete inputs.
2.6.2.Using the Raise and Lower Voltage Modbus inputs.
2.6.3. Using the Modbus Power Factor Reference address 40005, or
KVAR Reference address 40007. (See manual 26182).
2.7. The active KW reference and PF reference can be viewed by pressing
the KW LOAD and PF/kVAR buttons on the EGCP-2. The screens will
appear like this:
KW LOAD Screen
Three phase kW generated is 79.7 kW.
Baseload reference is 80 kW.
For a 110 kW rated machine the system load
percentage is 72.3 %.
The control is in the Baseload mode.
PF / kVAR Screen
The VAR/PF Mode is currently PF CONTROL.
The Power Factor Reference is 0.90 LAG.
The actual Power Factor is 0.895 LAG.
3. Shutting Down the Genset

3.1. By opening the Auto and Run with Load inputs, the generator load will
be ramped down to the Unload Trip load level, passing the load from the
generator to the mains.
4. Going from Auto Run Baseload to Standby.
4.1. By opening only the Run with Load input and leaving the Auto input
closed, the control will unload to the unload trip level.
4.4. The engine is now in the Standby mode, and will monitor the Mains PT
input.
4.5. If the Mains fails the engine will be started as described in the Standby
application section discussed previously in this manual.
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Figure 5-4. Baseload step diagram
1. The Auto and Run with Load inputs are closed.

2. The generator starts and synchronizes to the Mains.
3. The generator breaker is closed and the control ramps the kW on the
generator to the baseload reference.
4. When the Run with Load input is opened, the generator is unloaded and the
generator breaker is opened.
5. The engine goes through a cooldown period and shuts down.
Application Questions for Auto Run Baseload Mode

Will the control close the generator breaker if the generator is started and the
control senses power on the mains but not on the bus?
No, the EGCP-2 will not close the generator breaker if it senses a closed mains
breaker but no power on the Bus PT’s.
What will happen if the mains were to fail while the generator is on-line in
Baseload mode?
One of many scenarios is possible.
1. The mains fails and the mains protective device trips the mains breaker.
For this scenario, the EGCP-2 will recognize the mains breaker is open and
switch from baseload mode to isochronous mode.
2. The mains fails, but the generator is supplying power through the mains
breaker so the EGCP-2 does not recognize that the mains has failed. The
EGCP-2 will remain in the baseload mode and try to maintain its baseload
reference. In all likelihood, the actual load on the now isolated bus will be
different from the baseload reference so the EGCP-2 will cause the engine to
speed up or slow down. At some point, either a mains protective device or
the EGCP-2 LOM alarms will see that the mains voltage is out of spec and
open the mains breaker. Possibly, the generator breaker would trip on a high
or low frequency alarm.
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3. The mains fails and the generator picks up the load of the local grid.
It is possible that when the mains fails, the EGCP-2 would be supplying
power out of the facility to an immeasurable load. In this situation, the
breakers would trip on overcurrent and/or the engine would be stopped by
the sudden increase in load.
The EGCP-2 is not a protective device for the mains breaker.

Additional protective devices should be installed in accordance with
the local utility requirements.
What if the mains returns after a Loss of Mains and the generator is on-line?
The EGCP-2 will synchronize the mains breaker. After closing the mains breaker,
the control will ramp the kW load to the baseload reference and return to the
baseload mode.
Single Unit Process Application

This section describes a single unit that will be operated in parallel with the
mains. The Process application will adjust the generator load in order to maintain
the process reference. A 4-20 mA transducer is required to provide the process
signal input to the EGCP-2. Many types of process variables can be controlled.
The requirement for the process variable is that it must have a relationship to the
kW output of the generator. For example, in a co-generation application where
heat is taken from the engine to produce steam. As the engine produces more
power, it produces more heat and thus makes more steam. A transducer that
measures steam pressure could be used as the process variable feedback to the
EGCP-2. A process reference is programmed into the EGCP-2 to maintain a
certain steam pressure. The EGCP-2 can then raise or lower the load on the
generator in order to keep the steam pressure at the desired level.
Configuration Items
configured for a Single Unit Process application, are:
Required settings
Configuration Menu:

Synchronizer Menu:
Sync Mode: Run
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VAR/PF Mode: PF control or VAR control
kVAR Reference: When in VAR control, the initial kVAR reference
that the generator will ramp to after the breaker
is closed.
PF Reference: When In PF control, the initial Power Factor
reference that the generator will ramp to after
the breaker is closed.

Process Action: Relationship between the process signal and the
generator load
Process Reference: After the breaker is closed, the process control
reference will be ramped to this point.
Process Hi Limit: Sets high end of process signal input
Process Lo Limit: Sets low end of process signal input
Raise Rate: Rate process reference is adjusted by the Raise
Speed discrete input.
Lower Rate: Rate process reference is adjusted by the Lower
Process Units: Selectable for the type of Process that is being
used
Process High Value: Engineering units corresponding to the process
high limit (i.e. 20 mA = 1000 kW).
Process Low Value: Engineering units corresponding to the process
low limit (i.e. 4 mA = 0 kW).

Suggested Settings
Process Deadband: 0.3 %
Process Droop: 0.0 %

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Discretionary
Configuration Menu:
Network Address
Network Priority

Auto Sequencing
Max Gen Load
Next Genset Dly
Rated Load Dly
Max Start Time
Min Gen Load
Reduced Load Dly
Max Stop Time
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Control Wiring
Not Used
Required
Optional
1+ power supply 
Disabled
41 Mains/Bus PT Phase B or 
N
Table 5-5. I/O list for Single Unit Process application
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Not Used
Required
Optional
49 Auto 
50 Test 
51 Run/Ld 
52 Volt Raise 
53 Volt Lower 
54 Speed Raise 
55 Speed Lower 
56 Gen CB Aux 
57 Mains CB Aux 
58 Process 
59 Fault 1 
60 Fault 2 
61 Fault 3 
62 Fault 4 
63 Fault 5 
64 Fault 6 
Disabled
73 + Speed Bias 
78 485 Shield 
79 NC 
83 422 Shield 
Table 5-5 cont’d
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Not Used
Required
Optional
Table 5-5 cont’d
Application: Process
G52 LOAD U52

MAINS
Mode Selector
Switch GEN BUS
1 PTs PT
Auto Run Process Local Mains
Connect 5
CTs Process
Auto (Standby) Process Input
Automatic Transducer
NLT (No Load Test) 3
Run With Load Close Manual
(manual sync) Run W/LD
Voltage Raise Trip Manual GTC
Gen Breaker Trip Coil
Voltage Lower Mains Breaker Manual+Battery MCC

Speed Raise
Mains Breaker +Battery
Manual
Trip MTC
2 Speed Lower Mains Breaker Trip Coil
Manual G52a Fuel +Battery

Gen CB Aux Solenoid FUEL
Fuel shutoff solenoid
U52a Mains CB Aux Engine +Battery
4 Preglow prglw
Process I/E Preglow relay
Engine +Battery Engine Crank Relay
crank
Fault #1
.. Crank
. Visual +Battery Visual Alarm
Fault #6 Alarm
D/I Common Audible +Battery
Alarm
Audible Alarm
Single Process Application
Selected is Auto Run Process mode section of this manual.
2 Opening the Gen CB Aux input will 4 Process Switch input may be wired directly
place the EGCP-2 into droop mode to control if Process Mode is the only mode
required. The switch could be opened to
5 The Process Input must be a place the unit in Baseload mode
1 - 5 VDC or 4-20 mA signal
Figure 5-5. Single Unit Process Application
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Operation
generator set can be placed into the proper mode of operation. The Process
switch can be permanently closed or, if it is desired, to switch between process
control and baseload control a switch can be installed for the Process input. The
switch configuration would be as follows:
Run w/Load
Process
Input
Auto
Test
Mode of Operation
 Off
  Standby
  Test No Load
   Manual Run with Load
   Auto Test
   Auto Run Process
    Auto Run Process
  Auto Run Baseload(see previous application section)
   Auto Run Baseload(see previous application section)
Table 5-6. Mode Selector Switch Position for Single Process
Off
Standby
Test No Load
Auto Test
This mode combines the Standby and Test no load modes. As long as the test
input is closed, the engine will start and will continue to run. However, if the
mains were to fail, the engines would be closed to the bus to supply the load.
Please see the previous application Single Standby for an explanation of the
operation.
Manual Run Process

The Manual Run with Load mode is used for manual synchronization. For a
Single Unit it is not possible to operate in the Process mode manually. The Auto
input must be closed to go into the Process mode. See Chapter 3 for more
information about this mode.
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Auto Run Process
When the Auto, Run with Load, and Process inputs are closed, the control will
perform an automatic synchronization and run with the generator breaker closed.
If the mains is present, the control will also close the mains breaker and operate
the generator in the Process mode. If the mains is failed, the generator will be
operated in the isochronous mode.
This section will describe the details of operation for the Process application
Auto Run Process Sequence
1. Placing the EGCP-2 into the Auto Run Process mode:

1.1. To place the engine in Auto Run Process the Auto, Run with Load, and
Process inputs will be closed.
1.2. At this point the EGCP-2 will start the engine (see Chapter 2).
1.3. If the mains voltage is stable, and the mains breaker were not closed,
the EGCP-2 would close the mains breaker.
at the Bus.
2. Running on-line in Process mode:
generator breaker.
2.2. The EGCP-2 will ramp the kW load on the generator to the Process
reference.
Reference.
2.5. This will be displayed like this:
I/O Screen
Inputs 8& 9, the Gen and Mains CB Aux are
closed
Inputs 1, 3, & 10, Auto Run w/Load, and Process
are closed.
Outputs 4 & 12 Fuel Solenoid and Idle/Rated are
closed to run the engine at rated speed.
Outputs 7 & 8 are closed to bring the Bus PT
voltage into the Mains/Bus PT input.
Output 10 is closed to remove the Generator
Breaker trip signal.
System Screen
The BUS voltage is within spec shown by ++.
The GEN voltage is in spec shown by ++.
mode until the generator breaker is closed.
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2.6. The process reference can be adjusted in three ways:
2.6.1.1. If the Process has an Indirect relationship with the kW load,
by raising the Process input, this will effectively lower the kW
load on the unit. Likewise, lowering the process reference
will effectively increase the kW load on the unit.
2.6.1.2. Using the Raise and Lower Speed Modbus inputs.
2.6.1.3. Using the Modbus Process Reference address 40002. See
the EGCP-2 Communications manual 26182, for more detail
on the Modbus communications of the EGCP-2
2.7. The Power Factor or KVAR setpoint can be adjusted in three ways:
2.7.3. Using the Modbus Power Factor Reference address 40005, or
KVAR Reference address 40007. (See manual 26182)
the KW LOAD or PF/kVAR buttons on the EGCP-2. The screens will
appear like this:
KW LOAD Screen
The control is in the Process mode. The generator kW is 152kW

The Process reference is 100 kW and the Process input to the kW is reading
96.7 kW.
Since the generator is producing 152 kW and 96.7 of that power is being
exported the local load would be the difference of 55 kW.
PF / kVAR Screen
The EGCP-2 will only measure and control the kVAR or Power Factor
of the generator. It cannot measure or control the kVAR of Power
Factor of the Mains.
3. Shutting Down the Genset:

4. Going from Auto Run Process to Standby:
4.4. The engine is now in the Standby mode, and will monitor the Mains PT
input.
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application sections previously in this manual.
Figure 5-6. Process step diagram
1. The Auto, Run with Load, and Process inputs are closed.
2. The generator starts and synchronizes to the Mains.
generator to the Process Reference.
4. When the Run with Load input is opened, the generator is unloaded and the
generator breaker is opened.
5. The engine goes through a cool down period and shuts down.
Application Questions for Auto Run Process Mode

Will the control close the generator breaker if the generator is started and the
control senses power on the mains but not on the bus?
No, the EGCP-2 will not close the generator breaker if it senses a closed mains
breaker, but no power on the Bus PT’s.
Process mode?
For this scenario, the EGCP-2 will recognize the mains breaker is open
and switch from process mode to isochronous mode.
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breaker so the EGCP-2 does not see that the mains has failed.
The EGCP-2 will remain in the process mode and try to maintain its
process reference. In all likelihood, the actual load on the now isolated
bus will be different from the process reference so the EGCP-2 will
cause the engine to speed up or slow down. At some point, either a
mains protective device or the EGCP-2 LOM alarms will see that the
mains voltage is out of spec and open the mains breaker. Possibly the
generator breaker would trip on a high or low frequency alarm.
breakers would trip on overcurrent and/or the engine would be stopped
by the sudden increase in load.

The EGCP-2 will synchronize the mains breaker. After closing the mains breaker
the control will ramp the kW load to the process reference and return to the
process mode.
Will the generator be overloaded if the Process reference is set to export 200
kW, but the generator is only rated at 150 kW?
No. While in the process mode, the EGCP-2 will not allow the load of the
generator to be more than the KW Load High Limit in the Real Load Control
menu, or lower than the KW Load Low Limit.
Single Soft Transfer Application

This section describes a single unit that will transfer the load from the mains to
the generator. The soft transfer can be accomplished in either the Process or the
Baseload modes. Both methods will be discussed here. The soft transfer is used
for applications where the generator is paralleled briefly to the mains in order to
softly transfer the load from the mains to the generator. After which the mains
breaker will be opened and the generator will be isolated. The sequence
reverses when switching back to the mains. The generator will synchronize to the
mains, close the mains breaker, transfer the load from the generator to the mains
and then open the generator breaker.
Configuration items
The configuration points in the EGCP-2 software, will match the configuration
settings of the baseload and process applications with one exception, the Load
Control Mode. All other settings should follow the baseload or process
applications discussed previously.
Required settings

Load Control Mode: Soft Transfer
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Control Wiring
The wiring of the soft transfer application will be the same as the baseload or
process applications discussed previously. Please consult these application
sections for information on the control wiring.
Application: Soft Transfer

Load Control Mode = Soft Transfer
G52 LOAD U52

MAINS
Mode Selector
Switch GEN BUS
1 PTs PT
Local Mains
Soft Transfer PT PT Disconnect
GEN 5
CTs Connect
Auto (Standby) Process Input Process
Automatic Transducer
NLT (No Load Test) 3
(manual sync) Run W/LD

Speed Raise
Manual
Trip MTC

4 Preglow prglw
crank
..
Fault #1 Crank
Fault #6 Alarm
Alarm
Audible Alarm
Single Soft Transfer Application
1 The Auto, Test, and Run with Load 3 Manual mode requires manual mains and
Selected is Soft Transfer mode section of this manual.
2 Opening the Gen CB Aux input will 4 Closing this input will activate the Process
place the EGCP-2 into droop mode mode. Opening this input will activate the
Baseload mode.
5 The Process Input must be a
Figure 5-7. Single Unit Soft Transfer Application
Operation
Using the three mode selector inputs Auto, Test, and Run w/Load, the generator
set can be placed into the proper mode of operation. When all three of the inputs
are closed and the Load Control Mode is programmed for Soft Transfer, the
control will go into the soft transfer mode. Then if the Process input is open, the
control will perform a baseload soft transfer. If the Process input is closed, the
control will perform a process soft transfer. The switch configuration would be as
follows:
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Run w/Load
Process
Input
Auto
Test
Mode of Operation
Off
 Standby
 Test No Load
  Auto Test
   Auto Run Process
    Soft Transfer Process
  Auto Run Baseload
   Soft Transfer Baseload
Table 5-7. Mode Selector Switch Position for Soft Transfer
Off
Standby
Test No Load
Manual Run Baseload

Auto Run Process or Baseload

When the Auto, and Run with Load inputs are closed, the control will perform an
automatic synchronization and run with the generator breaker closed. Please see
the previous applications for an explanation of the operation.
Soft Transfer Process or Baseload

When the Auto, Test, and Run with Load inputs are closed, the control will
perform a soft transfer, where the load will be transferred from the mains to the
generator in a controlled closed transition fashion. The generator will then run
isolated from the mains until this mode is exited, at which time it will return the
load to the mains. The state of the Process input will determine whether the soft
transfer is performed in the Baseload or Process mode.
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This section will describe the details of operation for the Soft Transfer
application when configured for a Single Parallel control.
Soft Transfer Process Sequence

1. Placing the EGCP-2 into the Soft Transfer Process mode

1.1. To place the engine in Soft Transfer Process the Auto, Test, Run with
Load, and Process inputs will be closed.
1.2. At this point, the EGCP-2 will start the engine (see Chapter 2).
at the Bus
I/O Screen
Inputs 1,2, 3, & 10 Auto, Test, Run w/Load, and Process
are closed to place the control in the Soft Transfer Process
mode.
Outputs 4 & 12 Fuel Solenoid and Idle/Rated are closed to
run the engine at rated speed.
Outputs 7 & 8 are closed to bring the Bus PT voltage into
the Mains/Bus PT input.
Output 10 is closed to remove the Generator Breaker trip
signal.
System Screen
The control is in AUTO and is in the KW Droop mode
because the gen circuit breaker is open.
2. Transferring from Mains power to generator power in the Process mode

generator breaker.
2.2. The EGCP-2 will ramp the kW load on the generator to the Process
reference.
Reference.
2.5. Once the Process signal is equal to the Process reference, the Mains
breaker is opened.
2.6. The EGCP-2 then will operate in the isochronous mode supplying the
total load on the bus.
2.7. This would be displayed like this:
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I/O Screen
Input 8 the Gen CB Aux is closed.
Inputs 1,2, 3, & 10 Auto , Test, Run w/Load, and
Process are closed to operate the control in the Soft
Transfer Process mode.
trip signal.
System Screen
The Mains voltage is within spec shown by ++.
mode because the mains circuit breaker is open.
3. Returning to Mains Power

3.1. By opening either the Test, Run with Load, or both inputs the EGCP-2
will resynchronize the Mains breaker.
3.2. The EGCP-2 will already be monitoring the mains so there is no need to
switch to look at the Bus PT.
3.2.1.Case 1. Only the Test input is opened
3.2.1.1. The EGCP-2 will resynchronize the Mains breaker.
3.2.1.2. The control will ramp into the Auto Process mode and go
into Process control at the Process reference.
3.2.2.Case 2. Only the Run with Load input is opened
3.2.2.2. The generator will softly unload to its unload trip level,
passing the load from the generator to the mains.
3.2.2.3. The generator breaker will be opened.
3.2.2.4. The engine will continue to run in the Auto Test mode
3.2.3.Case 3. Both the Test and Run with Load inputs are opened.
3.2.3.4. The engine will go into the stop sequence (see Chapter 2).
3.2.4.Case 4. All three inputs Auto, Test, and Run with Load are opened.
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Figure 5-8. Soft transfer process step diagram
1. The Auto, Test, Run with Load, and Process inputs are closed
2. The generator starts and synchronizes to the Mains
generator to the Process Reference.
4. When the actual process input is equal to the process reference the mains
breaker will be opened.
5. When the Test and Run with Load inputs are opened, the generator will
synchronize to the mains and close the mains breaker
6. The generator is unloaded and the generator breaker is opened.
7. The engine goes through a cooldown period and shuts down
Application Questions for Soft Transfer Process Mode

What happens if the generator experiences a hard shutdown while isolated from
the mains?
The generator breaker is opened immediately and the engine is stopped. The
control will switch from the Mains PT to the Bus PT to verify the bus is dead.
Then the Mains breaker will be closed.
What happens if the generator experiences a soft shutdown while isolated from
the mains?
The Mains breaker will be synchronized and closed. The generator will be
unloaded to the unload trip level, where the generator breaker will be opened.
Then the engine will proceed through a cooldown time, if applicable, and then
shut down.
What will happen if the mains were to fail while the generator is on-line in Soft
Transfer mode?
Since the engine is already running on-line, no change is seen. As long as the
Auto input is closed to enable the Standby mode, the generator will remain on-
line.
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If the load on the bus is more than the generator can produce, will the mains
breaker still be opened?
To avoid a possible overload it is very important to set the process reference
close to the zero import level. The EGCP-2 will not open the mains breaker
unless the process input signal is within the Process Deadband setting of the
Process Reference.
Consider an example where a 200 kW generator
set is being used in a Soft Transfer mode. The 20 500
18 375
process input signal is 12 mA when the mains 16 250
import load is 0 and 20 mA when the import load is Process Input 14 125 Mains KW
500 kW (see chart at right). This example indicates Signal (mA) 12 0 Import
10 -125
an indirect operation. If the load being supplied by 8 -250
the Mains is 250 kW, the process input would be 6 -375
16 mA. If the generator were asked to carry this 4 -500
load, its capacity would be exceeded because it is

only a 200 kW generator. The process reference should be set 12 mA. Then
when the generator is closed on to the bus it will begin to take load from the
mains, until it reaches its kW High Load Limit. At this point, the process input
signal will be at 12.8 mA. The generator is carrying 200 kW, and the mains is
carrying 50 kW. The Process Reference is 12.0 mA and the Process Deadband
is 0.3% so the process input signal would need to be below 12.05 mA before the
breaker would be opened. The load on the bus would need to be reduced before
the mains breaker would be tripped.
If the Process Reference were set at 13.0 mA, the mains breaker would be
tripped whenever the mains load was at 63 kW and it is possible that the
generator could be overloaded, when the mains breaker was tripped.
Soft Transfer Baseload Sequence
1. Placing the EGCP-2 into the Soft Transfer Baseload mode

1.1. To place the engine in Soft Transfer Baseload the Auto, Test, and Run
with Load inputs will be closed. The Process input is open.
1.2. At this point the EGCP-2 will start the engine (see Chapter 2)
at the Bus
2. Transferring from Mains power to generator power in the Baseload mode
generator breaker.
reference.
2.3. If PF Control is configured, the Power Factor will be ramped to the PF
Reference.
Reference.
2.5. Once the baseload reference reaches the Baseload Reference setpoint,
the Mains breaker is opened.
2.5.1.The control uses the Baseload reference only; to determine when
to open the Mains breaker, the actual load on the mains is not
considered.
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2.5.2.The control has no knowledge of how much load is on the bus. The
mains breaker will open and whatever load was being supplied by
the mains will be dumped on to the generator.
2.6. The EGCP-2 then will operate in the isochronous mode supplying the
2.7. This would be displayed like this:
I/O Screen
Inputs 1,2, & 3 Auto, Test, and Run w/Load are closed to
operate the control in the Soft Transfer Baseload mode.
Outputs 4 & 12 Fuel Solenoid and Idle/Rated are closed
to run the engine at rated speed.
signal.
System Screen

3.1. By opening the Test, Run with Load, or both inputs the EGCP-2 will
resynchronize the Mains breaker.
3.2.1.2. The control will ramp into the Auto Baseload mode and go
into Baseload control at the Baseload reference.
3.2.2.4. The engine will continue to run in the Auto Test mode
3.2.3.4. The engine will go into the stop sequence (see Chapter 2)
and remain in the Standby mode to monitor the mains for a
mains failure.
3.2.4. Case 4. All three inputs Auto, Test, and Run with Load are
opened.
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Figure 5-9. Soft transfer baseload step diagram
1. The Auto, Test, and Run with Load inputs are closed
2. The generator starts and synchronizes to the Mains
generator to the baseload reference.
4. Once the load ramp is completed the mains breaker will be opened.
5. When the Test and Run with Load inputs are opened, the generator will
synchronize to the mains and close the mains breaker
6. The generator is unloaded and the generator breaker is opened.
7. The engine goes through a cooldown period and shuts down
Application Questions for Soft Transfer Baseload Mode

What if the generator experiences a hard shutdown while isolated from the
mains?
control will switch from the Mains PT to the Bus PT to verify the bus is dead.
Then the Mains breaker will be closed.
What if the generator experiences a soft shutdown while isolated from the
mains?
The Mains breaker will be synchronized and closed. The generator will be
unloaded to the unload trip level, where the generator breaker will be opened.
Then the engine will proceed through a cooldown time, if applicable, and then
shut down.
Transfer mode?
Since the engine is already running on-line, no change is seen. As long as the
Auto input is closed to enable the Standby mode, the generator will remain on-
line.
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Will the mains breaker still be opened, which could possibly overload the
generator, if the load on the bus exceeds the load capacity of the generator?
In the Soft Transfer Baseload mode, the control has no knowledge of how much
load was on the bus being supplied by the mains. It is possible that the mains
breaker could be opened and the generator could be overloaded. In this situation
a load shed scheme would need to be implemented. At a minimum, an operator
should verify the load on the bus is less than the generator capacity before
placing the control into the Soft Transfer mode
For Soft Transfer applications, it is recommended to use the Process

control method rather than the Baseload method for the following
reasons:
1. The baseload method does not take into account the load on the
bus, it simply opens the breaker and assumes the generator will
be capable of supplying the load.
2. The process method will use the process input signal to
determine if the load has indeed been transferred to the
generator before the mains breaker is opened.
3. The baseload method may place a large load on the engine if the
baseload reference is not close the actual load on the bus.
4. The process method can be used to reach a zero power import
and thus minimize the load dump on the engine and through the
mains breaker.
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Chapter 6.
Multiple/ No Parallel
Multiple no parallel operation combines the generating capacity of multiple units

to supply an isolated load. All operations of the generators on load in a multiple
no parallel system are accomplished isolated from the mains.
In a system with multiple units, the EGCP-2 control operates in a Master/Slave

type configuration. The master role is determined over the inter-control RS-485
network by the unit in Auto mode with the highest network priority (lowest
numerical value).
The Mains No Parallel configuration is used for two applications, either standby
power, where the EGCP-2 is monitoring the mains or a prime power application.
The EGCP-2 then can be programmed to provide automatic generator start / stop
sequencing where engines can be started and stopped as the load changes on
the bus, with the Auto Sequencing feature. To simplify the explanation of these
applications each case will be discussed with and without EGCP-2 Auto
Sequencing.
Multiple Standby/No Parallel/No Sequencing

This section describes a system that will not be paralleled with the mains power
at any time. When mains power has failed, the generator sets will be started and
closed to the bus to provide standby (emergency) power. When the mains
returns, the EGCP-2 will open the generator breakers, then close the utility
breaker in an open transition. Following the Cooldown time, the engines will then
shutdown.
Configuration items
The key configuration points in the EGCP-2 software needing to be configured
for a Multiple Unit No Parallel Standby application are:
Required settings
Configuration Menu:
Network Address 1 to 8, unique for each unit
Number of Units: Multiple
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Synchronizer Menu:
Sync Mode: Run
Deadbus Closing: Enabled on at least one unit.



Auto Sequencing: Disabled
Suggested Settings

starting the engine
Reactive Load Menu:

This will enable the power factor sharing
function of the EGCP-2.
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closing time.
Discretionary

kVAR Reference
PF Reference

Not all items in this menu are applicable to a multiple unit prime power
application

Fast Transfer Delay
Mains Stable Delay
Load Surge
Load Surge Alarm
Mains Volt High Lmt:
Mains Volt Low Lmt:
Mains Freq High Lmt:
Mains Freq Low Lmt:
LOM Action Delay:

Max Gen Load
Next Genset Dly
Rated Load Dly
Max Start Time
Min Gen Load
Reduced Load Dly
Max Stop Time
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Control Wiring
Not Used
Required
Optional
1+ power supply 
5Mains Brkr Close N.O.  Wiring mains breaker controls to only
one unit will compromise sys
redundancy
6Mains Brkr Close Com.  “
7Mains Brkr Close N. C.  “
Disabled
37 + Voltage Bias  Required if EGCP-2 is controlling
power factor
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Not Used
Required
Optional
or N
49 Auto 
50 Test 
51 Run/Ld 
52 Volt Raise 
53 Volt Lower 
54 Speed Raise 
55 Speed Lower 
56 Gen CB Aux 
57 Mains CB Aux 
58 Process 
59 Fault 1 
60 Fault 2 
61 Fault 3 
62 Fault 4 
63 Fault 5 
64 Fault 6 
Disabled
73 + Speed Bias 
Table 6-1 cont’d
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Not Used
Required
Optional
78 485 Shield 
79 NC 
83 422 Shield 
Table 6-1 cont’d
The Mains Circuit Breaker Aux input and Mains Circuit Breaker Trip and Close
relays only need to be wired to the master unit. In applications where there is a
dedicated master, these signals only have to be connected to that unit. The
Check Mains Breaker setpoint in the Transfer Switch menu, will be Enabled on
the master and Disabled on each slave unit.
However, wiring the mains breaker controls to only one unit will compromise the
system redundancy. If for any reason that unit is not in service, the system will
not have any way to operate the mains breaker. It may be necessary to wire
these signals to two or more units to provide redundancy. For many standby
applications, all the units will be capable of being the master and these signals
will need to be wired to each unit. Any unit that could be a master in the system
should have the Check Mains Breaker setting Enabled.
When operating as standby units there must be at least one unit on

the network and in Auto with the mains breaker aux input wired, and
the Check Mains Breaker setpoint Enabled at any given time.
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Number of Units = Multiple Operating Mode = No Parallel
G52 LOAD U52

MAINS
GEN BUS
PTs PT
Local Mains
Connect
RS-485 Comm To other
Automatic Network EGCP-2 Units
NLT (No Load Test)
Test 3
Run With Load (manual sync) Gen Breaker +Battery
Run W/LD Close Manual
Voltage Raise Gen Breaker +Battery
1 Trip Manual GTC
Voltage Lower Gen Breaker Trip Coil
Speed Raise Close Mains Breaker Close Coil
1
2 Speed Lower Manual
Trip MTC
Manual G52a
Gen CB Aux Fuel +Battery
U52a Solenoid FUEL
Mains CB Aux Fuel shutoff solenoid
Engine +Battery
No Connection Process I/E Preglow prglw
Preglow relay
Fault #1
.. Engine +Battery
crank
Engine Crank Relay
. Crank
Fault #6 Visual +Battery Visual Alarm
Alarm
D/I Common
Audible +Battery
Alarm
Audible Alarm
Multiple No Parallel Application

Figure 6-1. Multiple No Parallel Standby Application
Operation
set can be placed into the proper mode of operation. This application has the
Auto Sequencing feature Disabled, so the actions of the master and slave units
are very similar. The switch configuration would be as follows:
Run w/Load
Mode of Operation
Input
Auto
Test
Master Slave
Off Off
 Standby Standby
 Test No Load Test No Load
 Manual Run with Load Manual Run with Load
  Manual Run with Load Manual Run with Load
  Auto Test Auto Test
  Auto Run Auto Run
   Auto Run Auto Run
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Off
Standby
Standby mode the master control will monitor the Mains PT input and wait for the
mains to fail. Only the master unit determines that the mains has failed. If the
slave unit detects a Loss of Mains, it will ignore it. Once the master determines
the mains has failed it issues a start command to all engines that are in the
standby mode. The EGCP-2 controls perform a deadbus check, by
communication with the each other on the 485 network, then the first available
unit will close to the deadbus. The first unit on-line does not have to be the
master unit, any unit that has the Deadbus Closure setpoint Enabled will be able
to close first. When the mains returns the generator breakers are opened and the
mains breaker is closed.
Test No Load
Auto Test

Auto Run
when configured for a Multiple No Parallel control.
For the multiple engine sequences, a three-engine system is used to
demonstrate the sequence. For systems with more engines, the operation of the
slave units is the same.
1. The sequence begins with a healthy mains and the EGCP-2 in OFF. Initially
the EGCP-2 is Off. The mains breaker is closed and the mains power is
being supplied to the load. The EGCP-2 will display this information as
follows:
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I/O Screen
Inputs 1,2, &3, the Auto, Test, and Run with Load
are all open.
System Screen

3.1. To place the engine in standby the Auto input should be closed.
3.2. At this point, the master EGCP-2 will begin to monitor the Mains PT
input. This voltage should be within the Mains Volt High and Low Limits
and Mains Frequency High and Low Limit.
3.3. The slave units will not monitor the mains, they wait for a start command
from the master.
Sequence Screen
Three units have their Auto input closed and are shown.
None of the units are on-line because the Oper:(operation) field is blank, if the
unit were running an X would appear under the unit.
The Prty: (priority) of each unit is shown and because unit 3 has the lowest
priority number, it is the master unit.
4. Starting the Standby units on a Loss Of Mains

4.1. When the master determines the mains voltage or frequency has
traveled outside of the acceptable range for the Loss of Mains Action
Delay time, the EGCP-2 will consider the Mains failed.
4.3. The master unit sends out a start command. All slave units in standby
that have the Auto input closed will receive the start command and start
their engines (see Chapter 2 for start sequence information)..
at the Bus.
4.7. The first stable master or slave will ask permission of the other units to
close to the deadbus (provided that its Deadbus Closure setpoint is set
to Enable).
4.8. In order to receive permission all units must see Inputs 8 and 9, the Gen
CB Aux and Mains CB Aux are open and the Bus PT is dead (below 40
VAC). If any unit sees a voltage or a closed breaker, the deadbus
permission is denied.
4.8.1. The first unit to close to the bus must be capable of supplying the
entire load to the bus.
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4.8.2. In some applications, there may be engines of different sizes. To
prevent a unit from closing to the deadbus its Deadbus Closure
setpoint should be set to Disable.
4.8.3. In some applications the load is greater than one engine can
handle so multiple units must be on the bus before the load can
be supplied. This logic is not provided in the EGCP-2 and must
be provided externally. Another device such as a PLC would
need to confirm that there is enough capacity on the emergency
bus and then allow a load breaker to be closed.
4.9. After the first unit has closed to the bus, the other units will synchronize
to this bus voltage.
4.10. After synchronizing the generators will softly ramp their load to the
system load percentage.
I/O Screen
Outputs 6 & 11 Visual and Audible Alarm are closed
to indicate an Active Alarm.
Output 10 Gen Breaker Trip is a reverse logic
contact that will open to trip the breaker. When
closed the generator breaker can be closed.
System Screen
The MAINS voltage is out of spec shown by --
The GEN voltage is out of spec shown by ++
The engine is in the RUN state
The control is in AUTO and is in the
ISOCHRONOUS mode.
KW Load Screen
The generator is generating 21 kW.
The load setpoint is 19 kW.
In the Isochronous mode.
The system load percentage is communicated between each unit for load
sharing.
Isochronous mode is the isolated bus Load sharing mode.
PF/kVAR Screen
This unit is in active Power Factor control.
with an actual Power Factor of 0.99 and a Power
Factor reference of 0.97.
The Power Factor is communicated between each unit for Power Factor Sharing.
The average power factor of all units becomes the Power Factor Reference.
Sequence Screen
All three units are running on the bus shown by the
X in the Oper: line.
Unit 3 is the master unit because it has the lowest
priority number.
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time. Only the master unit monitors the mains.
5.2. The master control will open its generator breaker and command all
other units on-line in Standby mode to open their breakers.
5.2.1.If a slave unit is in manual (Auto input open), it will not open its
generator breaker
5.5. The engines go into the stop sequence (see Chapter 2 for stop
of Mains.
5.7. This will be displayed like this:
System Screen
remaining.
The following table gives a brief Summary of the Sequence for a three-unit
system.
Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3

Priority Number 1 (master) 2 3
Discrete Inputs Auto Auto Auto
Mains Fails
Opens Mains Brkr
Start Start Start
Synchronize Synchronize Synchronize
Close Gen Brkr Close Gen Brkr Close Gen Brkr
Isochronous Isochronous Isochronous
Mode Mode Mode
PF Sharing PF Sharing PF Sharing
Mains Returns
Open Gen Brkr Open Gen Brkr Open Gen Brkr
Close Mains Brkr Close Mains Brkr Close Mains Brkr
Cooldown Cooldown Cooldown
Shutdown Shutdown Shutdown
Monitor Mains
Voltage
Table 6-3. Standby Sequence Summary

During a Loss of Mains event, while the engine is on-line what will happen if the
Auto input is opened?
This scenario needs to be looked at for both a master and a slave.
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1. Case 1 Master unit has Auto input opened with at least one slave on the bus:
1.1. The unit will open its breaker with no unload ramp. The next lowest
priority unit will become the new master. The unit will go into the stop
sequence (see Chapter 2).
2. Case 2 Master unit has Auto input opened with no slaves on the bus.
2.1. When the Auto input is opened, the EGCP-2 will open its generator
breaker. The mode is now OFF, so the control will not close the mains
breaker, even when the mains becomes stable again. In OFF the
EGCP-2 will not open or close the breakers.
3. Case 3 Slave unit has Auto input opened.
3.1. The slave unit will softly unload to the Unload Trip level and open its
generator breaker, and then go into the stop sequence (see Chapter 2).
Mains?
1. Case 1 Master unit has a Hard Shutdown.
1.1. The master unit will immediately open its breaker and then open its fuel
solenoid to shutdown. Because the EGCP-2 itself is still functional, this
unit will still be the master, and control the mains breaker.
On the sequencing screen this would be shown like this:
Units 2 and 3 are running on-line.

Unit 1 is not available to Run but is still master If
the mains were to return, unit 1 would command
the other units to open their breaker and then it
would close the mains breaker.
2. Case 2 Master units has a Soft Shutdown

2.1. The master unit would softly unload and then open its generator
breaker. The engine would go through a cooldown if programmed and
then stop. It would still be the master as in the previous case.
3. Case 3 Slave unit has a Hard Shutdown
3.1.1.The slave unit would open its breaker and shutdown.
4. Case 4 Slave unit has a Soft Shutdown
4.1. The slave unit would unload first, open its breaker, go through a
cooldown period if programmed, and then shutdown.
When the mains has returned, what will happen if the control cannot close the
mains breaker?
the control will try to close a breaker, even for a deadbus close. If the generator
breaker has opened and the control has finished all of its close attempts trying to
close the mains, a Sync Reclose Alarm will be logged. When the breaker
problem is corrected, an operator will need to clear the Sync Reclose Alarm from
the Alarm Log. After which, the control will try again to close the mains breaker.
Auto Test sequence

This sequence is the same for a master or a slave unit.
Starting with the Mains stable and the EGCP-2 in Auto.
to trip.
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I/O Screen
Status Screen

6.1. The master EGCP-2 would open the Mains breaker and perform the
normal Loss of Mains sequence.
time, the master would command all of the units to open their generator
beakers.
6.3. Then the master would close the mains breaker. After the breaker was
closed, the engines would continue to run as long as the Test input was
closed.
7. When the test input was opened, the engine would go into the stop sequence
(see Chapter 2).
Auto Run sequence

For this sequence, the Auto Sequencing Feature has been disabled, so the
master control will not command slaves to start and stop.
1. Closing the first unit to the bus.
1.1. With the mains stable, the mains breaker is closed, and the EGCP-2 is
in Auto.
1.2. The Run with Load input is closed (on either the master or slave).
1.3. The engine will start (see Chapter 2)
1.4.1.The generator is declared stable
1.5. The mains breaker will open, because the Operating Mode is No
Parallel.
at the Bus.
1.8. When the transfer delay has expired, the generator breaker is closed to
the deadbus.
1.10. The generator will supply the isolated load.
2. Closing the next unit to the bus.
2.1. When a second unit has its Auto and Run with Load inputs closed
2.3. After the Generator Stable Delay, the generator will be declared stable.
2.4. The mains breaker is already open. Consequently, this unit
synchronizes with the generator already on-line.
2.5. The breaker closes and the load will be ramped from 0 to the system
load level. The two units will share the kW load and power factor.
3. Closing the next engine on-line follows the same sequence as step 2.
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4. Removing a unit from the bus.
4.1. By opening the Run with load, the engine will be commanded to unload
and shutdown, provided that the Mains has not failed.
4.2. The Run with Load input is opened on a Master unit. The generator
breaker is opened without unloading the unit first.
4.3. The Run with Load input is opened on a Slave unit. The generator is
unloaded first to the unload trip level, then the breaker is opened.
4.4. The engine goes through the stop sequence (see Chapter 2).
5. Taking the last generator off the bus.
5.1. When the final unit has its Run with Load input opened
5.2. The generator breaker will open. There is no unload because there is
nothing else on the bus to take the load.
5.3. The Fast Xfer timer is started.
5.4. All units that are in Auto and have their Check Mains breaker setpoint
enabled will switch their Mains/Bus PT inputs to look at the Bus.
5.5. After verifying that the bus is dead and that the Fast Xfer timer has
elapsed the controls will close the mains breaker.
5.6. The engine will go through the stop sequence (see Chapter 2)
Action Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3

Close Run Inputs Auto & Run Auto & Run Auto & Run
Start Start Start
Opens Mains Brkr Opens Mains Brkr Opens Mains Brkr
Mode Mode Mode
Open Run Input Auto & Run Auto & Run Auto
Soft Unload
Open Gen Brkr
Cooldown
Shutdown
Open Run Input Auto Auto & Run
No Unload
Open Gen Brkr
Close Mains Brkr
Cooldown
Shutdown
Open Run Input Auto
No Unload
Open Gen Brkr
Close Mains Brkr
Cooldown
Shutdown
Table 6-4. Auto Run Summary

What happens if the mains were to fail while the engine was supplying the
There is no change initially, the mains breaker is already opened, and the
generator or generators are already supplying the load. However, the control now
senses a Loss of Mains, so if the Run with Load input were opened, the control
would not open the generator breaker. It would treat the situation like a Loss of
Mains and remain on the bus waiting for the mains to return.
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If the loss of Mains was Disabled and the Run with Load input were opened, the
control would not open the generator breaker. If the Auto input were removed, it
would open the generator breaker and shutdown. With the Auto input closed, if
the Mains returned and was stable, it would open the generator breaker then
close the mains breaker after the Fast Transfer Delay.

For a hard shutdown, the generator breaker will be tripped and the unit will
shutdown.
If there are multiple units on the bus and one of them has a soft shutdown, the
engine load will first be unloaded and then the breaker opened followed by a
possible cooldown delay.
The generator breaker is opened when the last unit on-line has a shutdown.
Then the mains breaker will be re-closed after the Fast Xfer time has elapsed.
With a soft shutdown, there may be a Cooldown time, for hard shutdown there is
not then the engine will be shut down.
Standby No Parallel with Sequencing Application

If the EGCP-2 Auto Sequencing feature is enabled, the EGCP-2 will determine
when to start and stop units based on generator load. When the controls are
operating in either the Standby or Auto Run mode, the master control will
determine when the slaves are started and stopped.
Configuration items
The key configuration points that changes from the previous application example.

Auto Sequencing: Enabled
Auto Sequencing Delay: Time before Sequencing will start
Max Gen Load: Load % where master unit needs to add
a unit
Next Genset Dly: System Load must be above Max Gen
Load for this time delay to a add a unit
Rated Load Dly: If system Load exceeds 100 % for this
time delay, a unit will be added
Max Start Time: Time allowed for a unit to start before
skipping to next priority unit
Min Gen Load: Load % where master needs to stop a
unit
Reduced Load Dly: System Load must be below Min Gen
load for this time delay to stop a unit
Max Stop Time: After a unit is stopped, the master will
wait this time delay before trying to stop
the next unit
Control Wiring
The control wiring for this application matches the previous example. See the
Control Wiring section for the Standby No Sequencing application.
Table 6-1 and Figure 6-1 will also apply for this application.
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Operation
generator set can be placed into the proper mode of operation. This application
has the Auto Sequencing feature Enabled, so the actions of the master and slave
units will be different. The switch configuration would be as follows:
Run w/Load
Mode of Operation
Input
Auto
Test
Master Slave
Off Off
 Standby Master Follow
  System Run Auto Run
   System Run Auto Run
Off
Standby
By closing the Auto input only, the master EGCP-2 will be in the Standby mode.
In the Standby mode the master control will monitor the Mains PT input and wait
for the mains to fail. Only the master unit determines that the mains has failed. If
the slave unit detects a Loss of Mains, it will ignore it. Once the master
determines the mains has failed it issues a start command to all engines that are
in the Master Follow mode. When the mains returns the generator breakers are
opened and the mains breaker is closed.
Master Follow
By closing the Auto input on a slave unit, the slave is now following the master
for start and stop commands. The slave does not monitor the Mains for a failure;
that is done by the master. The slave can be started if the Mains fail or if the
master issues a system run command.
Test No Load
Auto Test
For a master unit the Auto Test mode is the same as Test no Load except it also
includes the standby features. If the mains were to fail while exercising the
engine, the generator would supply the load. When the mains returns, the engine
would run off-line until the Test input was opened.
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For the slave unit, this mode is the same as the master follow mode except that
the engine will keep running. The engine would be started but not closed to the
bus, if the master required it to close to the bus due to a mains failure or a
Sequencing start, the breaker would close. If the load were below the master’s
Min Gen Load setpoint and this unit was told to sequence off the bus, it would
open its breaker but would not shut down because the Test input is closed.

System Run
Closing the Auto and Run with Load inputs on the master unit initiates a system
start command. The master and all slave units in the master follow mode will
start. The mains breaker is opened and then the generator breakers are closed.
The master will sequence slaves on and off the bus as needed.
Auto Run
Closing the Auto and Run with Load inputs on a slave unit places the slave into
an independent mode where it does not take commands from the master unit. If
the master is not running the slave unit will operate the Mains breaker to maintain
the No Parallel open transition mode of operation. An open transition back to the
mains will occur when exiting this mode.

1. Placing the EGCP-2 into the Standby and Master Follow modes
1.1. When the first Auto input is closed, this control immediately becomes
the master and is in the standby mode.
1.2. When the following controls have their Auto input closed, the unit with
the lowest Priority Number will become the master. The slave units go
into the Master Follow mode.
1.3. The master EGCP-2 monitors the Mains PT input. This voltage should
be within the Mains Volt High and Low Limits and Mains Frequency
High and Low Limit.
from the master.
Sequence Screen
None of the units are on-line because the Oper:(operation) field is blank, if the
unit were running an X would appear under the unit.
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System Screen
The control is in AUTO and is in the OFF mod.

2.1. When the master determines the mains voltage or frequency travels
outside of the acceptable range for the Loss Of Mains Action Delay
time, the EGCP-2 will consider the Mains failed.
2.3. The master unit sends out a start command. All slave units in Master
Follow will receive the start command and start their engines (see
Chapter 2 for start sequence information).
at the Bus.
close to the deadbus (provided that the Deadbus Closure setpoint is set
to Enable).
2.8.1. The first unit to close to the bus must be capable of supplying the
2.8.2. In some applications, there may be engines of different sizes. To
2.8.3. In some applications the load is greater than one engine can
generate so multiple units must be on the bus before the load
can be supplied. This logic is not provided in the EGCP-2 and
must be provided externally. Another device such as a PLC
would need to confirm that there is enough capacity on the
emergency bus and then allow a load breaker to be closed.
I/O Screen
Output 10 Gen Breaker Trip is a reverse logic contact
that will open to trip the breaker. When closed the
generator breaker can be closed.
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System Screen
The GEN voltage is out of spec shown by ++.
mode.
KW Load Screen
In the ISOCHRONOUS mode.
sharing.
PF/kVAR Screen
This unit is in active Power Factor control
with an actual Power Factor of 0.99 and a Power Factor
reference of 0.97.
Sequence Screen
All three units are running on the bus shown by the X in the
Oper: line.
3. Following the Auto Sequencing Delay time the master unit will start and stop
the slave units as needed. See Chapter 8 for more details about the
start/stop sequencing.
and low limits of the Transfer Switch menu, for the Mains Stable Delay
4.2. The master control will open its generator breaker and command all
other units on-line in Master Follow mode to open their breakers.
4.2.1. If a slave unit is in manual (Auto input open), it will not open its
generator breaker. This breaker would need to be opened
manually before the mains breaker could be closed.
4.5. The engines go into the stop sequence (see Chapter 2 for stop
of Mains.
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System Screen
The engine is in the COOLDOWN state with 5
seconds remaining.
The sequence is now back at step 2 and would
repeat on the next Loss of Mains.

Mains Fails
Opens Mains Brkr
Start Start Start
Mode Mode Mode
System Load Master Stop
below Min Gen Command
Load
Soft Unload
Open Gen Brkr
Cooldown
Shutdown
System Load Master Start
above Max Gen Command
Load
Start
Synchronize
Close Gen Brkr
Isochronous
Mode
PF Sharing
Mains Returns
Table 6-6. Standby with Unit Sequencing Summary

breaker if it senses a closed mains breaker on any unit.
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What will happen if the Auto input is opened during a Loss of Mains event, while
the engine is on-line?
2. Case 2 Master unit has Auto input opened with no slaves in Master Follow.
3. Case 3 Master unit has Auto input opened with at least one slave in Master
Follow that is shut down.
3.1. If one or more of the slaves had been sequenced off, when the master
unit had its Auto input opened, the master would open its generator
breaker and go into the stop sequence. The slave would switch its PT’s
to verify that the bus were dead and then close the Mains breaker.
Mains?
1. Case 1 Master unit has a Hard Shutdown with at least one slave running on
the bus in Master Follow.
unit will still be the master.

Unit 1 is not available to Run but is still master.
If there were any slaves that were not running, they would be commanded to
start by the master.
If the mains were to return, unit 1 would command the other units to open their
breaker and then the mains breaker would be closed.
2. Case 2 Master unit has a Hard Shutdown with no slaves running on the bus.
solenoid to shutdown. The master commands all other units in Master
Follow to start. The master EGCP-2 is still functional, only the engine is
unable to run, so the master does not switch to a running unit. The
master will still make sequencing decisions because it still receives the
system load percentage from the other units. This would appear like
this:
KW/Load Screen Sequence Screen (master control unit 1)
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The System Load percentage for units 2 and 3 is 38 %. Unit 1, the master unit
had a Hard Shutdown, and is not running, but is still the master. Unit 1 will still
make sequencing decisions and command unit 3 to start and stop. The master
will not command unit 2 to stop.
3. Case 3 Master units has a Soft Shutdown with at least one slave running on
4. Case 4 Master unit has a Soft Shutdown with no slaves running on the bus.
4.1. The master unit will command all slaves to start. The master starts
timing the Max Start Time. If a slave unit has closed to the bus to supply
the load, the master unit will open its breaker and shutdown. If the Max
Start Time has elapsed and still there are no other units on the bus, the
master gen breaker will open and the engine will go into the stop
sequence. It will remain the master as in Case 2 above.
5.1. The slave unit would open its breaker and shutdown. The master will not
tell all other slave units to start. The master will use the standard
sequencing logic to determine if another engine is needed.
6.1. The slave unit would unload to its Unload Trip level, open its breaker
and go into the stop sequence (see Chapter 2). The master will not tell
another slave unit to start. The master will use the standard sequencing
logic to determine if another engine is needed.
Auto Test sequence

2. The sequence is the same for either a master or slave.
to trip.
The display screens would appear like this:
I/O Screen
Status Screen

Loss of Mains sequence. See Standby sequence in this chapter.
time, the master would open its generator beaker and command the
other units running on-line to open their breakers.
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6.3. Then after the mains breaker has been closed, the engines in the
Standby or Master Follow mode will go into the stop sequence. Engines
in Auto Test will continue to run as long as the Test input is closed.
Chapter 2).
Auto Run sequence

This sequence only applies to slave units.
The sequence begins with the EGCP-2 in Auto. The mains is stable and the
1. The Run with Load input is closed.

2. The engine will start (see Chapter 2)
4. The running unit will open the mains breaker, because the Operating Mode is
No Parallel.
Bus.
7. When the transfer delay has expired, the generator breaker is closed to the
deadbus.
8. The Mains/Bus PT input will switch back to monitor the Mains.
9. The generator will supply the isolated load.
10. If additional slaves are started in the Auto Run mode, they will synchronize to
the bus and go into the isochronous load-sharing mode.
11. When the Run with Load input is opened, and there are more than one
generators on the bus,
11.1. The generator will unload to its unload trip level
11.2. The generator breaker will open.
11.3. The engine will go into the stop sequence (see Chapter 2)
12. When the Run with Load input is opened, on the last unit on the bus,
12.1. the generator breaker will open
12.2. the engine will go into the stop sequence(see Chapter 2)
13. The Fast Xfer Delay timer will begin.
14. The Mains/Bus PT input will switch to monitor the Bus.
15. When the Fast Xfer Delay has expired, the Mains breaker will be closed.
15.1. If the slave unit that just came off the bus has its setpoint Check Mains
Breaker Enabled, the slave unit will close the mains breaker.
15.2. If the setpoint Check Mains Breaker is Disabled, the master will close
the mains breaker.

What happens if the mains were to fail while, the engines were supplying the
At least one slave will be running on the bus, so the mains breaker is already
open. The master will start and command all other units in Master Follow to start.
These units will synchronize to the bus and begin load sharing. The master unit
will be able to start and stop any units in Master Follow mode. The master cannot
stop the units in Auto Run. By closing the Run With Load input, the slave unit
ignores the master start/stop requests, and will remain on the bus supplying the
load.
When the mains returns the master and the slaves in Master Follow will unload,
open their breakers, and go into the stop sequence. The units in Auto run will
continue running until their Run with Load input is opened. When the Run with
load input is opened on the last slave, the load will be transferred back to the
mains through an open transition.
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For a hard shutdown, the generator breaker will be tripped and the engine will
shut down. With a soft shutdown and other units on the bus, the generator load
will unload first, then open the breaker. There may be a Cooldown time. The
Mains breaker will be closed and the engine will shut down.
System Run Sequence

This sequence applies only to a master unit. Closing the Auto and Run with Load
inputs on a slave places the control in the Auto Run mode discussed previously.
With a healthy mains and the EGCP-2 in Auto.

1. The Run with Load input is closed on only the master unit.
2. The master will start (see Chapter 2) and command all units in Master Follow
to start.
4. After the first unit is declared stable, it will open the mains breaker, because
the Operating Mode is No Parallel.
Bus.
to Enable).
6.2.1.The first unit to close to the bus must be capable of supplying the
6.2.2.In some applications there may be engines of different sizes. To
6.2.3.In some applications the load is greater than one engine can
generate so multiple units must be on the bus before the load can
be supplied. This logic is not provided in the EGCP-2 and must be
provided externally. Another device such as a PLC would need to
confirm that there is enough capacity on the generator bus and
then allow a load breaker to be closed.
7. After the first unit has closed to the bus, the other units will synchronize to
this bus voltage.
8. After synchronizing the generators will softly ramp their load to the system
load percentage.
I/O Screen (master)

Inputs 1, 3 & 8, Auto, Run with Load & Gen CB Aux are
closed.
Output 4 & 12 Fuel Solenoid and Idle/Rated are closed to run
the engine at rated.
Output 10 Gen Breaker Trip is a reverse logic contact that will
open to trip the breaker. When closed the generator breaker
can be closed.
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System Screen .
The MAINS and GEN voltage are within spec shown by ++.
The engine is running on-line in an ISOCHRONOUS
loadsharing mode.
Sequence Screen
All three units are running on the bus shown by the X in the
Oper: line.
10. Changing masters while running on-line
10.1. The unit priority number can be changed locally from the Front Panel or
with Modbus address 40001.
10.2. If the new master is already running on-line it will become the new
master and then perform all of the master functions.
10.3. If the new master is not running, it will issue a start command to all
units that are not running.
10.3.1. The new master will switch its PT input to monitor the Bus PT. It
will synchronize to the old master.
10.3.2. The additional slave units that were just started will also
synchronize to the bus.
10.3.3. The new master will begin the start/stop sequencing based on its
setpoints in the Sequencing and Comms menu, provided that it
has the item Auto Sequencing Enabled.
10.3.4. If Auto Sequencing is Disabled on the new master it will not
perform any start/stop sequencing.
The master is not allowed to change if it is in the process of adding or shedding a

unit in the system. For example, if the system load percentage is above the Max
Gen Load of the current master and there are available slaves waiting. After the
master has finished adding or shedding a unit, or if the load returns to a level
where no change is needed the master will switch to the unit with the lowest
priority number.
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Close Run input on Auto & Run closed
Master
Start Start Start
Open Mains Brkr Open Mains Brkr Open Mains Brkr
Isochronous Mode Isochronous Mode Isochronous Mode
Load
Soft Unload
Open Gen Brkr
Cooldown
Shutdown
Load
Soft Unload
Open Gen Brkr
Cooldown
Shutdown
Load
Start
Synchronize
Close Gen Brkr
Isochronous Mode
PF Sharing
above Rated Gen Command
Load
Start (no idle time)
Synchronize
Close Gen Brkr
Isochronous Mode
(no load ramp)
PF Sharing
Open Run input Auto only
Table 6-7. System Run with Unit Sequencing Summary
Application Questions for System Run

What happens if the mains were to fail while, the engine was supplying the
The master unit and possibly a combination of slave units are already running so
initially nothing changes. Slave units that had been stopped by the master will not
be started again unless, the load increases above the Max Gen Load or Rated
Load setpoints.
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When the mains returns the master and the slaves will transfer the load back to
the mains through an open transition.

This situation depends on the number of units that were running and whether it
was a master or slave that received the shutdown.

Unit 1 is not available to Run but is still
master.
If there were any slaves that were not
running, they would be commanded to start
by the master. If the mains were to return unit
1 would command the other units to open
their breaker and then the mains breaker
would be closed.
system load percentage from the other units.
This would appear like this:
The System Load percentage for units 2 and 3 is 38 %. Unit 1, the master unit
had a Hard Shutdown, and is not running, but is still the master. Unit 1 will still
make sequencing decisions and command unit 3 to start and stop. The master
will not command unit 2 to stop.
3. Case 3 Master unit has a Soft Shutdown with at least one slave running on
timing the Max Start Time. If a slave unit has closed to the bus to supply
the load, the master unit will open its breaker and shutdown. If the Max
Start Time has elapsed and still there are no other units on the bus, the
master gen breaker will open and the engine will go into the stop
sequence. It will remain the master as in Case 2 above.
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5.1. The slave unit would open its breaker and shutdown. The master will not
tell another slave unit to start. The master will use the standard
Prime Power No Sequencing Application

This section describes a multiple unit system that is the only source of power for
the load. The EGCP-2 will not be used for unit start/stop sequencing in this
application.
Configuration Items
for a Multiple Unit Prime Power application are:
Required settings
Configuration Menu:

Synchronizer Menu:
Sync Mode: Run

Baseload Reference: The initial load reference that the generator will
ramp to after the generator breaker is closed

Check Mains Breaker: Disabled
Mains Volt High Alarm: Disabled
Mains Volt Low Alarm: Disabled
Mains Freq High Alarm: Disabled
Mains Freq Low Alarm: Disabled
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Suggested Settings

starting the engine
Reactive Load Menu

Fast Xfer Delay: 1.0 seconds
The delay time between the opening and closing
of the two breakers or contactors.
Discretionary

kVAR Reference
PF Reference

All items in this menu are not applicable to a multiple unit standby application

Fast Xfer Delay
Mains Stable Delay
Load Surge
Load Surge Alarm
Main Volt High Lmt
Main Volt Low Lmt
Main Freq High Lmt
Main Freq Low Lmt
LOM Action Delay

Max Gen Load
Next Genset Dly
Rated Load Dly
Max Start Time
Min Gen Load
Reduced Load Dly
Max Stop Time
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Control Wiring
Not Used
Required
Optional
1+ power supply 
15 Crank Engine  Not Required if Start Sequencing is Disabled
37 + Voltage Bias  Required if EGCP-2 is controlling power factor
40 Mains/Bus PT Phase A  Bus PT Only, No Mains
41 Mains/Bus PT Phase B  “
or N
Table 6-8. I/O list for Multiple Unit Prime Power Application
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Not Used
Required
Optional
49 Auto 
50 Test 
51 Run/Ld 
52 Volt Raise  Only active for manual
53 Volt Lower  “
54 Speed Raise  “
55 Speed Lower  “
56 Gen CB Aux 
57 Mains CB Aux 
58 Process 
59 Fault 1 
60 Fault 2 
61 Fault 3 
62 Fault 4 
63 Fault 5 
64 Fault 6 
73 + Speed Bias 
78 485 Shield 
79 NC 
83 422 Shield 
Table 6-8 cont’d
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Application: Prime Power

G52 LOAD
Mode Selector
Switch GEN BUS
PTs PT
Run with Load 4 Local Mains
(auto sync) GEN PT PT Disconnect
CTs Connect
Auto (Standby) RS-485 Comm To other
NLT (No Load Test)
Test 3
Run With Load Gen Breaker +Battery
(manual sync) Gen Breaker Close Coil GCC -Battery
1 Trip Manual GTC
Mains Breaker
Speed Raise Close
1
Speed Lower Mains Breaker
2
Trip
Manual G52a
Solenoid FUEL
No Connection Mains CB Aux Fuel shutoff solenoid
Engine +Battery
Preglow relay
Fault #1
.. Engine +Battery
crank
Engine Crank Relay
. Crank
Alarm
D/I Common
Audible +Battery
Alarm
Audible Alarm
2 Opening the Gen CB Aux input will 4 Both the Auto and Run with Load inputs will
place the EGCP-2 into droop mode be closed for Run with Load (auto sync)
Figure 6-2. Multiple Prime Power Application
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Operation
Auto Sequencing feature Disabled, so the actions of the master and slave units
are very similar. The switch configuration would be as follows:
Run w/Load
Mode of Operation
Input
Auto
Test
Master Slave
Off Off
 Auto Auto
  Test No Load Test No Load
Off
The off state is used to shut down the generator set. In this state the EGCP-2 will
not energize its Fuel Solenoid output. If the EGCP-2 senses a magnetic pickup
input, the Engine state will be displayed as Spindown. The EGCP-2 will call for a
generator breaker trip. The control will not open or close the mains breaker in this
mode.
Auto
By closing the Auto input only, the EGCP-2 will do nothing. The Auto input is
used in conjunction with the Run with Load input.
Test No Load

Auto Run

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Auto Run sequence
For this sequence the Auto Sequencing Feature has been disabled, so the
master control will not command slaves to start and stop.
The sequence begins with the EGCP-2 in Auto. The mains is stable and the
1. Closing the first unit to the bus.
1.1. The Run with Load input is closed (on either the master or slave).
1.3.1. The generator is declared stable
1.4. The mains breaker will open, because the Operating Mode is No
Parallel.
at the Bus.
1.7. When the transfer delay has expired, the generator breaker is closed to
the deadbus.
1.9. The generator will supply the isolated load.
2. Closing the next unit to the bus.
2.1. When a second unit has its Auto and Run with Load inputs closed
2.3. After the Generator Stable Delay the generator will be declared stable.
2.4. The mains breaker is already open so this unit synchronizes with the
generator that is already on-line.
2.5. The breaker closes and the load will be ramped from 0 to the system
load level. The two units will share the kW load and power factor.
3. Closing the next engine on-line follows the same sequence as step 2.
4.1. By opening the Run with load, the engine will be commanded to unload
and shutdown, provided that the Mains has not failed.
4.2. The Run with Load input is opened on a Master unit. The generator
breaker is opened without unloading the unit first.
4.3. The Run with Load input is opened on a Slave unit. The generator is
unloaded first to the unload trip level, then the breaker is opened.
5.1. When the final unit has its Run with Load input opened
5.3. The Fast Xfer timer is started.
5.4. All units that are in Auto and have their Check Mains breaker setpoint
enabled will switch their Mains/Bus PT inputs to look at the Bus.
5.5. After verifying that the bus is dead and that the Fast Xfer timer has
elapsed the controls will close the mains breaker.
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Close Run Inputs Auto & Run Auto & Run Auto & Run
Start Start Start
Opens Mains Brkr Opens Mains Brkr Opens Mains Brkr
Mode Mode Mode
Open Run Input Auto & Run Auto & Run Auto
Soft Unload
Open Gen Brkr
Cooldown
Shutdown
Open Run Input Auto Auto & Run
No Unload
Open Gen Brkr
Close Mains Brkr
Cooldown
Shutdown
Open Run Input Auto
No Unload
Open Gen Brkr
Close Mains Brkr
Cooldown
Shutdown

For a hard shutdown, the generator breaker will be tripped and the unit will
shutdown.
If there are multiple units on the bus and one of them has a soft shutdown, the
engine load will first be unloaded and then the breaker opened followed by a
possible cool down delay.
When the last unit on-line has a shutdown, the generator breaker is opened.
Then the mains breaker will be re-closed after the Fast Xfer time has elapsed.
With a soft shutdown, there may be a Cool down time; for hard shutdown there is
not then the engine will be shut down.
Auto Sequencing is Disabled so no units will be started if an engine on-line has a
shutdown.
Can the Bus PT input be wired directly to the control, since there is no mains in
this application?
No, the Bus Disconnect relay is still needed. After the EGCP-2 closes the
generator breaker, it will still switch the Bus/Mains PT to look for the mains. If
there is no relay to break the Bus PT from coming into the control, the EGCP-2
will mistake this for the mains and try to return to mains power.
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Prime Power with Auto Sequencing Application

This section describes a multiple unit system that is the only source of power for
the load. The EGCP-2 will be used for unit start/stop sequencing in this
application.
Configuration Items
for a Multiple Unit Prime Power with Auto Sequencing application are the same
as the previous application example with no sequencing except for the following
setpoints:
Required settings
Mains Volt Low Alarm: Loss of Mains
LOM Action Delay: 0.1

Max Gen Load: Load % where master unit needs to add a unit
Next Genset Dly: System Load must be above Max Gen Load for
this time delay to a add a unit
Rated Load Dly: If system Load exceeds 100 % for this time
delay, a unit will be added
Max Start Time: Time allowed for a unit to start before skipping to
next priority unit
Min Gen Load: Load % where master needs to stop a unit
Reduced Load Dly: System Load must be below Min Gen load for
this time delay to stop a unit
Max Stop Time: After a unit is stopped, the master will wait this
time delay before trying to stop the next unit
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Control Wiring
The control wiring for the Auto Sequencing will match the wiring for the No
Sequencing application information found in Table 5-7, with one exception.
Terminal 51, the Run with Load input, is optional in this Auto Sequencing
application but was required for the No Sequencing application.
Application: Prime Power with Auto Sequencing

G52 LOAD
Mode Selector
Switch GEN BUS
PTs PT
Local Mains
CTs Connect
NLT (No Load Test)
Test 3
1 Trip Manual GTC
Mains Breaker
Speed Raise Close
1
Speed Lower Mains Breaker
2
Trip
Manual G52a
Solenoid FUEL
No Connection Mains CB Aux Fuel shutoff solenoid
Engine +Battery
Preglow relay
Fault #1
.. Engine +Battery
crank
Engine Crank Relay
. Crank
Alarm
D/I Common
Audible +Battery
Alarm
Audible Alarm

Figure 6-3. Multiple Prime Power Application with Auto Sequencing
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Operation
Auto Sequencing feature Enabled, so the actions of the master and slave units
will be both displayed. The switch configuration would be as follows:
Run w/Load
Mode of Operation
Input
Auto
Test
Master Slave
Off Off
  Auto Test Master Follow Test
Off
mode.
Standby
By closing the Auto input only, the EGCP-2 will start and close to the bus. For
this application there is no mains available, but the EGCP-2 is setup to detect a
Low Mains Voltage fault. Therefore, any time the Auto input is closed the EGCP-
2 will be in a Loss of Mains condition and will run as if the engine were operating
like in the Standby application.
Master Follow
By closing the Auto input only on a slave unit, this allows the master unit to start
and stop the engine as needed.
Test No Load

Master Follow Test

A slave unit that has both the Auto and Test inputs closed will still be
commanded by the master to run on-line or off-line. As long as the Test input is
closed the engine will continue to run.
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Auto Run (master unit)
Closing the Auto input will command the master to run on-line and sequence the
slave units as needed. Closing either the test or Run inputs has no affect on the
master as long as the Auto input is closed.
Auto Run (slave unit)

Closing the Auto and Run with Load input on a slave unit will start the engine and
place that unit on-line. This takes the slave out of Master Follow mode, so it
remains on the bus and will not take start/stop commands from the master.

Standby and Master Follow sequence

For this application sequence the Auto Sequencing Feature has been Enabled,
so the master control will command all slaves in Master Follow to start and stop.
Initially all units are stopped and there is no power being supplied to the load. All
inputs to the EGCP-2 should be open.
1. Close the Auto input on all units.
1.1. The engines will start (see Chapter 2)
1.2.1.The generator is declared stable
1.3. The Mains/Bus PT input will close the bus PT relay to look at the Bus.
to Enable).
1.5.2.In some applications there may be engines of different sizes. To
handle so multiple units must be on the bus before the load can be
supplied. This logic is not provided in the EGCP-2 and must be
confirm that there is enough capacity on the emergency bus and
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I/O Screen
can be closed.
System Screen
The control is in AUTO and is in the ISOCHRONOUS mode.
KW Load Screen
In the ISOCHRONOUS mode.
sharing.
PF/kVAR Screen
This unit is in active Power Factor control
with an actual Power Factor of 0.99
and a Power Factor reference of 0.97
Sequence Screen
All three units are running on the bus shown by the X in
the Oper: line.
3. The master unit experiences a hard shutdown.
3.1. This unit will immediately open its generator breaker and open its fuel
solenoid relay to shutdown.
3.2. Any slave units that were not running will be commanded to start.
3.3. Because the EGCP-2 itself is still functional, this unit will still be the
master and still make the sequencing decisions.
3.4. The slave units will synchronize and close to the bus.
3.5. The slave units will load share and power factor share, awaiting
commands from the master to stop.
3.6. If the alarm is reset on the master, this unit will re-start and close to the
bus and resume operation.
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4. The master unit experiences a Soft Shutdown.
4.1. If there is at least one slave unit running on the bus, the master will
4.1.1.unload
4.1.2.open the breaker
4.1.3.go into stop sequence
4.1.4.This unit will remain the master and continue the unit sequencing
function.
4.2. If the master is the only engine running it will
4.2.1.start the Max Stop Time timer
4.2.2.command all slaves in Master Follow mode to start
4.2.3.once a slave unit is closed to the bus, the master will unload and
go into the stop sequence
4.2.4.If the Max Stop Time elapses before any slaves have closed to the
bus, the master will open its breaker leaving the bus black and go
into the stop sequence.
4.3. Any slave units that were not running, will be commanded to start.
4.4. Because the EGCP-2 itself is still functional, this unit will still be the
master and still make the sequencing decisions.
4.5. The slave units will synchronize and close to the bus.
4.6. The slave units will load share and power factor share, awaiting
commands from the master for sequencing.
4.7. If the alarm is reset on the master, this unit will re-start and close to the
bus and resume operation.
5.1. By opening the Auto input, the engine will be commanded to unload and
go into the stop sequence.
5.1.1.The Auto input is opened on a Master unit.
5.1.1.1. The generator breaker is opened without unloading the
unit first.
5.1.1.2. The unit with the next lowest priority number will become
the new master.
5.1.2.The Run with Load input is opened on a Slave unit. The generator
is unloaded first to the unload trip level, then the breaker is opened.
6.1. When the final unit has its Auto input opened
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Details Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3
Priority Number 1 2 3
Discrete Inputs None None None
Check Mains Brkr Disabled Disabled Disabled
Auto Sequencing Enabled Enabled Enabled
Close Auto Input Auto Auto Auto
Start Start Start
Isochronous Load Isochronous Load Isochronous Load
sharing sharing sharing
Power Factor Power Factor Power Factor
sharing sharing sharing
Load % is below Unload
Min Gen Load
Open Gen Brkr
Cooldown
Stop
Load % is below Unload
Min Gen Load
Open Gen Brkr
Cooldown
Stop
Load % is above Start
Max Gen Load
Synchronize
Close Gen Brkr
Ramp load to
System Load Ref
Isochronous Load Isochronous Load
sharing sharing
Power Factor Power Factor
sharing sharing
Master unit gets Open Breaker Start
hard shutdown
Stop Synchronize
Close Gen Brkr
Ramp load to
System Load Ref
Isochronous Load Isochronous Load
sharing sharing
Power Factor Power Factor
sharing sharing
Open Auto Input Soft Unload
Open Gen Brkr
Cooldown
Shutdown
Open Auto Input Auto
No Unload
Open Gen Brkr
Cooldown
Shutdown
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Why doesn’t the master use a soft unload ramp when its Auto input is opened?
The EGCP-2 is designed to always have a master, if there is only one unit on the
bus, this unit will become the master. When this unit is taken to off, the EGCP-2
assumes that the last engine is being taken off the bus, so there is no other
source to take the load from the generator.
If there are three engines running on the bus and the Auto and Run with load are
removed from the master this unit opens its breaker immediately and the next
lowest priority unit will become the new master. To achieve a soft unload ramp
for any slaves that are started and stopped, the master should always be the last
unit on the bus.
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Chapter 7.
Multiple/ Mains Parallel
The Multiple Parallel operating mode of the EGCP-2 is the most complex. In this
mode, multiple generator sets have the capability to operate as: Standby Units
Peak Shaving Units; Process Control Units, and Soft Transfer Units. Since the
operating mode implies mains parallel, the generators are allowed to synchronize
with the mains under various operating conditions such as:
 Loss of Mains re-transfer to the mains
 Base Load Control, Process Control
 Soft Transfer return to Mains (softly unloads generators and restores
mains power feed to the load)
 Soft Transfer from the Mains to the generators (softly loads the generators
against the mains before opening the mains breaker).
In a multiple parallel system, automatic sequencing will be effective between all

units in the Auto mode with the Auto Sequencing setpoint in the Sequencing and
Comms menu set for Enabled. If this setpoint is set for Disabled, that unit will not
be a part of the auto-sequencing scheme. Auto Sequencing can be performed in
two modes, isolated from the mains, and in the process mode when paralleled
with the mains. Chapter 8 discusses the details of the start/stop feature.
Six applications will be discussed for the Multiple Mains Parallel configuration.
They are Standby No Sequencing, Standby with Sequencing, Baseload, Process
No Sequencing, Process with Sequencing, and Soft Transfer.
Multiple Standby—No Sequencing

This section describes a standby system that will parallel with the Mains after an
outage to maintain power delivery to the load. When mains power has failed, the
generator sets will be started and closed to the bus to provide standby
(emergency) power, kW and kVAR sharing. When the mains returns, the EGCP-
2 will synchronize the mains breaker, transfer the load from the generator sets to
the mains, open the generator breakers, cooldown, and then shutdown. This
application has the Auto Sequencing setpoint set to Disable, so the start/stop
sequencing will not be used.
Configuration Items
configured for a Multiple Unit Mains Parallel Standby application, are:
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Required settings
Configuration Menu:

Synchronizer Menu:
Sync Mode: Run


Mains Freq High Lmt: Sets high end of mains frequency stable
range
Mains Freq Low Lmt: Sets low end of mains frequency stable
range
LOM Action Delay: The amount of time that the mains power
must

Suggested Settings

starting the engine
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Reactive Load Menu

closing time.
Discretionary

kVAR Reference
PF Reference

All items in this menu are not applicable to a multiple unit prime power
application

Fast Transfer Delay
Mains Stable Delay
Load Surge
Load Surge Alarm
Mains Volt High Lmt:
Mains Volt Low Lmt:
Mains Freq High Lmt:
Mains Freq Low Lmt:
LOM Action Delay:

Max Gen Load
Next Genset Dly
Rated Load Dly
Max Start Time
Min Gen Load
Reduced Load Dly
Max Stop Time
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Control Wiring
Not Used
Required
Optional
1 + power supply 
2 – power supply 
5 Mains Brkr Close N.O.  Wiring mains breaker controls to only
one unit will compromise sys
redundancy
6 Mains Brkr Close Com.  “
7 Mains Brkr Close N. C.  “
8 Gen Brkr Close N.O. 
9 Gen Brkr Close Com. 
Disabled
37 + Voltage Bias  Required if EGCP-2 is controlling power
factor
49 Auto 
50 Test 
51 Run/Ld 
Table 7-1. I/O list for Multiple Unit Mains Parallel Standby application
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Not Used
Required
Optional
52 Volt Raise 
53 Volt Lower 
54 Speed Raise 
55 Speed Lower 
56 Gen CB Aux 
57 Mains CB Aux 
58 Process 
59 Fault 1 
60 Fault 2 
61 Fault 3 
62 Fault 4 
63 Fault 5 
64 Fault 6 
Disabled
73 + Speed Bias 
74– Speed Bias 
75Speed Bias Shield 
77– 485 Communication 
78 485 Shield 
79 NC 
83 422 Shield 
Table 7-1 cont’d
The Mains Circuit Breaker Aux input and Mains Circuit Breaker Trip and Close
relays may be wired to the master unit only. In applications where there is a
dedicated master these signals only have to be connected to that unit. The
Check Mains Breaker setpoint in the Transfer Switch menu, will be Enabled on
the master and Disabled on each slave unit.
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However, wiring the mains breaker controls to only one unit will compromise the
system redundancy. If for any reason that unit is not in service, the system will
not have any way to operate the mains breaker. It may be necessary to wire
these signals to two or more units to provide redundancy. For many standby
applications, all the units will be capable of being the master and these signals
will need to be wired to each unit. Any unit that could be a master in the system
should have the Check Mains Breaker setting Enabled.
IMPORTANT
When operating as standby units there must be at least one unit on the
network and in Auto with the mains breaker aux input wired, and the Check
Mains Breaker setpoint Enabled at any given time.

Number of Units = Multiple Operating Mode = Mains Parallel
G52 LOAD U52

MAINS
GEN BUS
PTs PT
Local Mains
Connect
RS-485 Comm To other
NLT (No Load Test)
Test 3
Run With Load (manual sync) Gen Breaker +Battery
1 Trip Manual GTC
1
Trip MTC
Manual G52a
U52a Solenoid FUEL
Engine +Battery
Preglow relay
Fault #1
.. Engine +Battery
crank
Engine Crank Relay
. Crank
Alarm
D/I Common
Audible +Battery
Alarm
Audible Alarm
Multiple Mains Parallel Application

Figure 7-1. Multiple Mains Parallel Standby Application
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Operation
Auto Sequencing feature Disabled, so the actions of the master and slave
units are very similar. The switch configuration would be as follows:
Run w/Load
Mode of Operation
Input
Auto
Test
Master Slave
Off Off
 Standby Standby
Off
mode.
Standby
Standby mode the master control will monitor the Mains PT input and wait for the
mains to fail. Only the master unit determines that the mains has failed. If the
slave unit detects a Loss of Mains it will ignore it. When the mains returns the
generators are synchronized to the mains and the mains breaker is closed. The
generators then transfer the load to the mains as they unload. The generator
breakers are opened and the units shut down.
Test No Load
Auto Test

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Auto Run
For this mains parallel application, the unit will operate in either the baseload or
process mode depending on the state of the process input. The Auto Sequencing
function is Disabled in this application example so no unit start/stop sequencing
will be performed.
when configured for a Multiple Mains Parallel control.
slave units would be the same.
breaker is closed and the mains power is being supplied to the load. The EGCP-
2 will display this information as follows:
I/O Screen
Inputs 1,2, &3, the Auto, Test, and Run with Load are
all open.
System Screen

1.1. To place the engines in standby the Auto inputs should be closed.
1.2. At this point, the master EGCP-2 will begin to monitor the Mains PT
input. This voltage should be within the Mains Volt High and Low Limits
and Mains Frequency High and Low Limit.
from the master.
1.4. The EGCP-2 will display this information as follows:
Sequence Screen
None of the units is on-line because the Oper:(operation) field is blank, if the unit
were running an X would appear under the unit.
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System Screen
The MAN label has been replaced by the AUTO to
show the unit is now in the Auto mode

2.1. When the master determines the mains voltage or frequency has
traveled outside of the acceptable range for the Loss Of Mains Action
Delay time, the EGCP-2 will consider the Mains failed.
2.3. The master unit sends out a start command. All slave units in standby
that have the Auto input closed will receive the start command and start
their engines (see Chapter 2 for start sequence information)..
at the Bus.
to Enable).
2.8.2.In some applications, there may be engines of different sizes. To
generate so multiple units must be on the bus before the load can
be supplied. This logic is not provided in the EGCP-2 and must be
I/O Screen
Inputs 1 & 8, Auto & Gen CB Aux are closed
can be closed.
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System Screen
mode.
KW Load Screen
The load setpoint is 19 kW in the ISOCHRONOUS
mode
sharing.
PF/kVAR Screen
This unit is in active Power Factor control with an
actual Power Factor of 0.99 and a Power Factor
reference of 0.97.
Sequence Screen
All three units are running on the bus shown by the X
in the Oper: line.

3.2. The master control synchronizes the generators to the mains.
3.2.1.The master sends commands to the slave units to increase or
decrease their voltage or frequency for synchronization.
3.2.2.These signals are shown on the display under the ATS Screen like
this:
ATS Screen (slave)
The Master Sync Command and Volt Command are
sent to every slave to maintain the proper loadsharing
and still adjust voltage and frequency to synchronize
to the mains.
3.3. The master control will close the mains breaker.

3.4. Each unit will unload to its Unload Trip setpoint at the Unload Time rate.
3.5. Each unit will open its generator breaker.
3.6. Then go into the Stop Sequence (see Chapter 2)
3.7. The master unit will monitor the Mains/Bus PT input for the next Loss of
Mains.
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System Screen
remaining.
The following table gives a brief Summary of the Sequence for a three-unit
system.

Priority Number 1(master) 2 3
Mains Fails
Opens Mains Brkr
Start Start Start
Mode Mode Mode
Mains Returns
Synchronize
MainsBrkr
Close Mains Brkr “In synch” “In synch”
Unload Gen Unload Gen Unload Gen
Monitor Mains
Voltage
Table 7-3. Standby Sequence Summary

sequence were interrupted. Configuration – multiple mains parallel auto
sequencing = DISABLED
breaker if it senses a closed mains breaker on any unit.
During a Loss of Mains event, while the engines are on-line what will happen if
the Auto input is opened?
1.1. The unit will open its breaker with no unload ramp. The unit will go into
the stop sequence (see Chapter 2). The slave unit that is on the will
become the master.
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2. Case 2 Master unit has Auto input opened with no slaves on the bus.
Mains?
1. Case 1 Master unit has a Hard Shutdown.
unit will still be the master, and control the mains breaker.

master.
If the mains were to return, unit 1 would command the other units to open
their breaker and then it would close the mains breaker.
2. Case 2 Master unit has a Soft Shutdown
breaker. The engine would go through a cooldown if needed and then
stop. It would still be the master as in the previous case.
3.1. The slave unit would open its breaker and shutdown.
4.1. The slave unit would unload first, open its breaker, go through a
cooldown period if programmed, and then shutdown.
When the mains has returned, what will happen if the control cannot synchronize
the mains breaker?
the control will try to close a breaker. Likewise, the Sync Timeout is the amount
of time that the control will try to synchronize a breaker. If the master unit has
finished all of its close attempts trying to close the mains, a Sync Reclose Alarm
will be logged, or if the Sync Timeout time has elapsed, a Sync Timeout Alarm
will be logged. The engines will continue to run and supply the isolated load.
When the problem is corrected, an operator will need to clear the alarm from the
Alarm Log. After which, the control will try again to close the mains breaker.
What if the mains breaker is opened externally while the EGCP-2 sees the mains
is stable?
The standby units will see that the mains is stable and try to re-close the mains
breaker. In most applications the mains breaker will have a protective relay
device that could trip the mains breaker. For example, if the mains breaker were
tripped due to an overcurrent condition by a protective relay, the EGCP-2 units
would not consider this a Loss of Mains because the mains voltage is still within
specification.
In order to start the Loss of Mains sequence the mains voltage will need to be
opened by an external relay. A contact output from the protective relay should be
used to open the mains PT input of the master EGCP-2 so that a Loss of Mains
is seen by the master.
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Multiple Standby with Sequencing

If the EGCP-2 Auto Sequencing feature is enabled, the EGCP-2 will determine
when to start and stop units based on generator load. When the controls are
operating in Standby mode, AUTO input closed, the Master control will determine
when the slaves are started and stopped. If a slave control has its Auto and Run
w/Load input closed, it cannot be sequenced on or off by the Master control.
Configuration Items
The key configuration points that changes from the previous application example.
Configuration Menu:
Network Priority: Unique for each unit
Lowest priority number will be the master

Max Gen Load: Load percentage where master unit needs to
add a unit
this time delay to a add a unit
delay, a unit will be added
Max Start Time: Time allowed a unit to start before skipping to
next priority unit
Min Gen Load: Load percentage where master needs to stop a
unit
this time delay to stop a unit.
time delay before trying to stop the next unit.
Control Wiring
The control wiring for this application matches the previous example. See the
Control Wiring section for the Standby No Sequencing application.
Table 7-1 and Figure 7-1 will also apply for this application.
Operation
Auto Sequencing feature Enabled, so the actions of the master and slave units
will be different. The switch configuration would be as follows:
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Run w/Load
Mode of Operation
Input
Auto
Test
Master Slave
Off Off
  System Run Auto Run
   System Run Auto Run
Off
mode.
Standby
In the Standby mode the master control will monitor the Mains PT input and wait
for the mains to fail. Only the master unit determines that the mains has failed. If
the slave unit detects a Loss of Mains, it will ignore it. When the mains returns
the generator breakers are opened and the mains breaker is closed.
Master Follow
for start and stop commands. The slave does not monitor the Mains for a failure,
that function is performed by the master. The slave can be started if the Mains
fail or if the master issues a system run command.
Test No Load
Auto Test
This mode combines the Standby and Test No Load modes. As long as the test
input is closed, the engine will be started and will continue to run. However, if the

System Run
Closing the Auto and Run with Load inputs on the master unit initiates a system
start command. The master and all slave units in Standby will start. Depending
on the state of the Process input the system will operate in either the baseload or
process load control mode. These applications are each discussed later in this
chapter.
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Auto Run
Closing the Auto and Run with Load inputs on a slave unit places the slave into
an independent mode where it does not take commands from the master unit. If
the master is not running the slave unit will operate in the baseload mode.
Closing the Run input on a slave unit while the mains is failed will override the
master start/stop sequencing. The slave will continue to run in the isochronous
load share mode. This mode is discussed further in the baseload and process
sections of this chapter.
when configured for a Multiple Mains Parallel control with EGCP-2 Auto
Sequencing.

1. Placing the EGCP-2 into the Standby and Master Follow modes
1.1. When the first Auto input is closed, this control immediately becomes
the master and is in the standby mode.
1.2. When the following controls have their Auto input closed, the unit with
the lowest Priority Number will become the master. The slave units go
into the Master Follow mode.
1.3. The master EGCP-2 monitors the Mains PT input. This voltage should
be within the Mains Volt High and Low Limits and Mains Frequency
High and Low Limit.
from the master.
2.1. When the master determines the mains voltage or frequency travels
outside of the acceptable range for the Loss Of Mains Action Delay
time, the EGCP-2 will consider the Mains failed.
2.3. The master unit sends out a start command. All slave units in Master
Follow will receive the start command and start their engines (see
Chapter 2 for start sequence information).
at the Bus.
to Enable).
2.8.2.In some applications, there may be engines of different sizes. To
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handle so multiple units must be on the bus before the load can be
supplied. This logic is not provided in the EGCP-2 and must be
I/O Screen
Outputs 6 & 11 Visual and Audible Alarm are closed
to indicate an Active Alarm.
Output 10 Gen Breaker Trip is a reverse logic contact
that will open to trip the breaker. When closed the
generator breaker can be closed.
System Screen
The control is in AUTO and is in the isochronous
mode.
KW Load Screen
In the isochronous mode.
sharing.
PF/kVAR Screen
This unit is in active Power Factor control with an
actual Power Factor of 0.99 and a Power Factor
reference of 0.97.
Sequence Screen
All three units are running on the bus shown by the X
in the Oper: line.
Unit three has the lowest priority number so it becomes the master.
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and low limits of the Transfer Switch menu, for the Mains Stable Delay
4.2. The master control will synchronize the generators to the mains.
4.2.1.The master sends commands to the slave units to increase or
decrease their voltage or frequency for synchronization.
4.2.2.These signals are shown on the display under the ATS Screen as
like this:
ATS Screen (slave)

The Master Sync Command and Volt Command are
sent to every slave to maintain the proper loadsharing
and still adjust voltage and frequency to synchronize
to the mains.
4.3. The master control will close the mains breaker.

4.4. Each unit will unload to its Unload Trip setpoint at the Unload Time rate.
4.5. Each unit will open its generator breaker.
4.6. Then go into the Stop Sequence (see Chapter 2)
4.7. The master unit will monitor the Mains/Bus PT input for the next Loss of
Mains.
System Screen
remaining.
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Mains Fails
Opens Mains Brkr
Start Start Start
Mode Mode Mode
Load
Soft Unload
Open Gen Brkr
Cooldown
Shutdown
Load
Start
Synchronize
Close Gen Brkr
Mode Mode Mode
Mains Returns
Synchronize
Mains Brkr
Close Mains Brkr
Unload Unload Unload
Table 7-5. Standby with Unit Sequencing Summary

During a Loss of Mains event, while the engine is on-line what will happen if the
Auto input is opened?
2. Case 2 Master unit has Auto input opened with no slaves in Master Follow.
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3. Case 3 Master unit has Auto input opened with at least one slave in Master
Follow that is shut down.
3.1. If one or more of the slaves had been sequenced off, when the master
unit had its Auto input opened, the master would open its generator
breaker and go into the stop sequence. The slave would switch its PT’s
to verify that the bus were dead and then close the Mains breaker.
Mains?

master.
If there were any slaves that were not running, they would be commanded
to start by the master.
If the mains were to return, unit 1 would command the other units to open
their breaker and then the mains breaker would be closed.
system load percentage from the other units.
This would appear like this:
The System Load percentage for units 2 and 3 is 38 %. Unit 1, the master
unit had a Hard Shutdown, and is not running, but is still the master. Unit 1
will still make sequencing decisions and command unit 3 to start and stop.
The master will not command unit 2 to stop.
3. Case 3 Master units has a Soft Shutdown with at least one slave running on
breaker. The engine would go through a cooldown if needed and then
stop. It would still be the master as in the previous case.
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timing the Max Start Time. If a slave unit has closed to the bus to
supply the load, the master unit will open its breaker and shutdown. If
the Max Start Time has elapsed and still there are no other units on the
bus, the master gen breaker will open and the engine will go into the
stop sequence. It will remain the master as in Case 2 above.
5.1. The slave unit would open its breaker and shutdown. The master will
not tell all other slave units to start. The master will use the standard
Auto Test sequence

The sequence is the same for either a master or slave.
to trip.
I/O Screen
Inputs 1,2 & 9, Auto, Test & Mains CB Aux are
closed.
closed to run the engine at rated
Status Screen

6.1. The master EGCP-2 would open the Mains breaker and perform the
normal Loss of Mains sequence. See Standby sequence in this chapter.
time, the master would synchronize the generators to the mains and
close the mains breaker
6.3. Then after the mains breaker has been closed, the generators will
unload
6.4. When the load on the generator reaches the Unload Trip Level, the
generator breaker will be opened.
6.5. All the engines in the Master Follow mode will go into the stop
sequence. Engines in Auto Test will continue to run as long as the Test
input is closed.
Chapter 2).
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Multiple Unit Baseload Application

In an application where multiple units will be operated in parallel with the mains,
the baseload load control mode only controls the generator load. It does not
measure or control the mains import/export load.
Configuration Items
configured for a Multiple Unit Baseload application, are:
Required settings
Configuration Menu:
Network Address: 1 to 8, unique for each unit

Synchronizer Menu:
Sync Mode: Run

Baseload Reference: The initial load reference that the generator will
ramp to after the generator breaker is closed


Suggested Settings
Reactive Load Menu:

2 when operating in parallel with the mains.
is closed.
the
breaker is closed.
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Mains Volt High Lmt: Sets high end of mains voltage stable range.
Mains Volt High Alarm:* Loss of Mains or Loss of Mains with alarms.
Mains Volt Low Lmt: Sets Low end of mains voltage stable range.
Mains Volt Low Alarm:* Loss of Mains or Loss of Mains with alarms.
Mains Freq High Lmt: Sets high end of mains frequency stable range.
Mains Freq High Alarm:* Loss of Mains or Loss of Mains with alarms.
Mains Freq Low Lmt: Sets low end of mains frequency stable range.
Mains Freq Low Alarm:* Loss of Mains or Loss of Mains with alarms.
Discretionary

application.

Max Gen Load
Next Genset Dly
Rated Load Dly
Max Start Time
Min Gen Load
Reduced Load Dly
Max Stop Time
Control Wiring
The control wiring for the Multiple Baseload application will be the same as the
Single Baseload application in Chapter 5 with one exception. The RS 485
communication line should be connected between the units. Please consult
Table 5-3 for the wiring information.
Not Used
Required
Optional

78 485 Shield 
Table 7-6. I/O list for Multiple Unit Baseload application
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Application: Multiple Baseload

G52 LOAD U52

MAINS
Mode Selector
Switch GEN BUS
4 PTs PT
Local Mains
Auto Run Baseload
CTs Connect
NLT (No Load Test)
Test 3
1 Trip Manual GTC
1
Trip MTC
Manual G52a
U52a Solenoid FUEL
Engine +Battery
Preglow relay
Fault #1
.. Engine +Battery
crank
Engine Crank Relay
. Crank
Alarm
D/I Common
Audible +Battery
Alarm
Audible Alarm
Multiple Mains Parallel Application
1 Can be used to Adjust Speed and 3 Manual mode requires manual mains and
Voltage when in manual generator breaker operation. See manual
Or will adjust Baseload Reference mode section of this manual.
and Power Factor Reference
when in the Baseload mode 4 Both the Auto and Run with Load inputs
are closed for the Auto Run Baseload
2 Opening the Gen CB Aux input will Mode
Figure 7-2. Multiple Unit Baseload Application
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Operation
set can be placed into the proper mode of operation. For a Multiple Baseload
application, the actions are the same for a master or a slave unit. The switch
Run w/Load
Mode of Operation
Input
Auto
Test
Master Slave
Off Off
 Standby Standby
  Auto Run Baseload Auto Run Baseload
   Auto Run Baseload Auto Run Baseload
Table 7-7. Mode Selector Switch Position for Multiple Baseload
Off
mode.
Standby
see the previous application Multiple Standby for an explanation of the operation.
Test No Load
Auto Test
Please see the previous application Multiple Standby for an explanation of the
operation.
Manual Run Baseload

Auto Run Baseload

When both the Auto and Run with Load inputs are closed, the control will perform
an automatic synchronization and run with the generator breaker closed. If the
mains is present, the control will also close the mains breaker and operate the
generator in the baseload mode. If the mains is failed the generator will be
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This section will describe the details of operation for the Baseload application
when configured for a Multiple Parallel control.
Auto Run Baseload Sequence
breaker is closed and the mains power is being supplied to the load. This
sequence would be the same for a master or slave unit.
1. Placing the EGCP-2 into the Auto Run Baseload mode

1.1. To place the engine in Auto Run Baseload the Auto and Run with Load
inputs will be closed. The Process input must be open.
1.2. At this point the EGCP-2 will start the engine (see Chapter 2).
1.3. If the mains voltage is stable, and the mains breaker is not closed, the
EGCP-2 will close the mains breaker.
at the Bus
I/O Screen
Inputs 1 & 3, Auto and Run with Load are closed.
Outputs 4 & 7 Fuel Solenoid and Idle/Rated are closed to run
the engine at rated speed.
Outputs 7 & 8 are closed to bring the Bus PT voltage into the
Mains/Bus PT input .
signal.
System Screen
The GEN voltage is in spec shown by ++.
The control is in AUTO and is in the KW DROOP mode until
the generator breaker is closed.
2. Running on-line in Baseload

generator breaker.
reference.
2.3. The baseload reference can be adjusted in three ways.
2.3.2.Using the Raise and Lower Speed Modbus inputs.
2.3.3. Using the Modbus Baseload Reference address 40003. See the
EGCP-2 Communications manual 26182, for more detail on the
Modbus communications of the EGCP-2
Reference.
2.6. The Power Factor or KVAR setpoint can be adjusted in three ways.
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2.6.3.Using the Modbus Power Factor Reference address 40005, or
KVAR Reference address 40007. See the EGCP-2
Communications manual 26182
the KW LOAD and PF/kVAR buttons on the EGCP-2. The screens will
appear like this:
KW LOAD Screen
Three phase kW generated is 79.7 kW.
Baseload reference is 80 kW.
For a 110 kW rated machine the system load
percentage is 72.3 %.
The control is in the BASELOAD mode.
PF / kVAR Screen

4. Going from Auto Run Baseload to Standby.
4.4. The engine is in the Standby mode, and the master will monitor the
Mains PT input.
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Discrete Inputs Auto Auto & Run Auto
Start unit 2 Start
Synchronize
Close Gen Brkr
Baseload mode
PF Control
Start unit 1 Auto & Run
Start
Synchronize
Close Gen Brkr
Baseload mode
PF Control
Stop Unit 2 Auto
Unload Gen
Open Gen Brkr
Cooldown
Shut down
Stop Unit 1 Auto
Unload Gen
Open Gen Brkr
Cooldown
Shut down
Table 7-8. Multiple Baseload Summary
With Auto Sequencing Disabled, the master unit does not affect the starting and
stopping of the other units. Each unit is independent in this situation unless the
mains were to fail. Then the master would start all units in Master Follow and
operate the mains breaker.
Application Questions for Auto Run Baseload Mode

What will happen if the mains were to fail while the generators are on-line in
Baseload mode?
For this scenario, the EGCP-2 will recognize the mains breaker is open and
switch from baseload mode to isochronous mode. If all of the controls on the
bus are in Auto, they will share the kW load accordingly. In addition, if the
Auto Sequencing feature is enabled, the master EGCP-2 will start and stop
the slave units accordingly.
breaker so the master EGCP-2 does not see that the mains has failed. The
EGCP-2 will remain in the baseload mode and try to maintain its baseload
different from the baseload reference so the EGCP-2 will cause the engine to
open the mains breaker. Possibly the generator breaker would trip on a high
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The master EGCP-2 will synchronize the generators to the mains and close the
mains breaker. After closing the mains breaker each control will ramp the kW
load to the baseload reference and return to the baseload mode.
Alternate Baseload Sequence

It is also possible to use a master EGCP-2 to start multiple engines and operate
in the baseload mode. By enabling the Auto Sequencing on the master unit, the
whole system of engines will be started and stopped based on the inputs of the
master unit.
Alternate Baseload Operation

set can be placed into the proper mode of operation. The switch configuration
would be as follows:
Run w/Load
Mode of Operation
Input
Auto
Test
Master Slave
Off Off
  System Run Baseload Auto Run Baseload
   System Run Baseload Auto Run Baseload
Table 7-9. Mode Selector Switch Position for Alternate Baseload
With the slave units in the Master Follow mode, by closing the Auto and Run with
Load inputs on the master will cause all engines to start and synchronize to the
bus in the baseload load control mode. Opening the Run with Load input on the
master would cause each unit to unload and open its breaker and shutdown.
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System Start Auto & Run
Start Start Start
Baseload mode Baseload mode Baseload mode
PF Control PF Control PF Control
Stop Unit 3 Open Auto input
Unload
Open Gen Brkr
Cooldown
Shut down
System Stop Auto
Unload Unload
Open Gen Brkr Open Gen Brkr
Cooldown Cooldown
Shut down Shut down
Table 7-11. Multiple Baseload Summary
With the Auto Sequencing Setpoint Enabled on the master unit, the whole
system of generators can be operated from only the master control. The slave
units will follow the actions of the master.
Multiple Unit Process No Sequencing Application

This section describes a Multiple unit system that will be operated in parallel with
the mains. The Process application will adjust the generator load in order to
maintain the process reference. A 4-20 mA transducer is required to provide the
process signal input to the EGCP-2. Only the master unit is required to receive
this input, but for system redundancy the process input may be wired to two or
more controls.
Many types of process variables can be controlled. The requirement for the
process variable is that it must have a relationship to the kW output of the
generator. For example, in a co-generation application where heat is taken
from the engine to produce steam. As the engine produces more power, it
produces more heat and thus makes more steam. A transducer that
measures steam pressure could be used as the process variable feedback
to the EGCP-2. A process reference is programmed in the EGCP-2 to
maintain a certain steam pressure. The EGCP-2 then can raise or lower the
load on the generator in order to keep the steam pressure at the desired
level.
For this application the Auto Sequencing Feature of the EGCP-2 has been
disabled.
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Configuration Items
configured for a Single Unit Process application, are:
Required settings
Configuration Menu:
Network Address: 1 to 8, unique for each unit
Network Priority: 1 to 8, unique for each unit
Lowest priority number will be the master

Synchronizer Menu:
Sync Mode: Run


VAR/PF Mode: PF control or VAR control
is closed.
the breaker is closed.

Process Action: Relationship between the process signal and the
generator load
Process Reference: Initial Process Reference that the generator will
ramp to after the breaker is closed
Process Hi Limit: Sets high end of process signal input
Process Lo Limit: Sets low end of process signal input
Raise Rate: Rate process reference is adjusted by the Raise
Lower Rate: Rate process reference is adjusted by the Lower
Process Units: Selectable for the type of Process that is being
used
Process High Value: Engineering units corresponding to the process
high limit (i.e. 20 mA = 1000 kW)
Process Low Value: Engineering units corresponding to the process
low limit (i.e. 4 mA = 0 kW)
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Suggested Settings
Reactive Load Menu:

2
Process Deadband: 0.3 %
Process Droop: 0.0 %

Discretionary

Auto Sequencing
Max Gen Load
Next Genset Dly
Rated Load Dly
Max Start Time
Min Gen Load
Reduced Load Dly
Max Stop Time
Setting Options
In a Multiple unit Process application only the master unit would be required to
monitor the process input and control the mains breaker. The Process Menu
settings and Transfer Switch Menu settings only need to be entered on units that
could be the master. It is possible that all units in a system could be masters so
in this case these menu items need to be set for all units. For applications where
only one unit can be the master, these settings would only need to be set for that
unit.
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Control Wiring
Not Used
Required
Optional
1+ power supply 
Disabled
41 Mains/Bus PT Phase B or 
N
Table 7-10. I/O list for Multiple Unit Process application
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Not Used
Required
Optional
49 Auto 
50 Test 
51 Run/Ld 
52 Volt Raise 
53 Volt Lower 
54 Speed Raise 
55 Speed Lower 
56 Gen CB Aux 
57 Mains CB Aux 
58 Process 
59 Fault 1 
60 Fault 2 
61 Fault 3 
62 Fault 4 
63 Fault 5 
64 Fault 6 
Disabled
73 + Speed Bias 
78 485 Shield 
79 NC 
83 422 Shield 
Table 7-10 cont’d
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Not Used
Required
Optional
Table 7-10 cont’d
Wiring Options
The Process Input, Mains Circuit Breaker Aux input, and Mains Circuit Breaker
Trip and Close relays may be wired to the master unit only. In applications where
there is a dedicated master these signals only have to be connected to that unit.
The Check Mains Breaker setpoint in the Transfer Switch menu, will be Enabled
on the master and Disabled on each slave unit.
However, wiring the inputs to only one unit will compromise the system
redundancy. If for any reason that unit is not in service, the system will not have
any way to operate the mains breaker. It may be necessary to wire these signals
to two or more units to provide redundancy. For many applications, all the units
will be capable of being the master and these signals will need to be wired to
each unit. Any unit that could be a master in the system should have the Check
Mains Breaker setting Enabled.
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Application: Multiple Process

G52 LOAD U52

MAINS
Mode Selector
Switch GEN BUS
1 PTs PT Mains
Auto Run Process Local
PT PT Disconnect 5
GEN Process
CTs Connect Process Input
Auto (Standby) Transducer
Automatic RS-485 Comm
To other
Network
NLT (No Load Test) EGCP-2 units
Run W/LD Gen Breaker Close Coil GCC -Battery
(manual sync) 3

Speed Raise
Manual
Trip MTC

4 Preglow prglw
crank
Fault #1
.. Crank
Fault #6 Alarm
Alarm
Audible Alarm
Multiple Process Application
Selected is Auto Run Process mode section of this manual.
Figure 7-3. Multiple Process Application
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Operation
Using the three mode selector inputs Auto, Test, and Run w/Load and the
Process input, the generator set can be placed into the proper mode of
operation. The Process switch can be permanently closed or if it is desired to
switch between process control and baseload control a switch can be installed
for the Process input. The switch configuration would be as follows:
Run w/Load
Mode of Operation
Process
Input
Auto
Test Master Slave

E Off Off
 E Standby Standby
 E Test No Load Test No Load
 E Manual Run with Load Manual Run with Load
  E Manual Run with Load Manual Run with Load
  E Auto Test Auto Test
  Auto Run Baseload (see previous application)
   Auto Run Baseload (see previous application)
   Process Master Process Slave
    Process Master Process Slave
E = Input can be Either open or closed
Modes shown in gray are not discussed in this application section of the manual.
Table 7-11. Mode Selector Switch Position for Multiple Process
Off
Standby
see the previous application Multiple Standby for an explanation of the operation.
Test No Load
Chapter 3 for more information on this mode of operation.
Manual Run
Auto Test
Please see the previous application Multiple Standby for an explanation of the
operation.
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Process Master and Slave
When the Auto, Run with Load, and Process inputs are closed, the control will
perform an automatic synchronization and run with the generator breaker closed.
If the mains is present, the control will also close the mains breaker and operate
the generator in the Process mode. If the mains fails, the generator will be
when configured for a Multiple Parallel control.
Process Master and Slave Sequence
1. Placing the EGCP-2 into the Process Master mode

1.1. The Auto, Run with Load, and Process inputs will be closed.
1.2. At this point the EGCP-2 will start the engine (see Chapter 2)
at the Bus
2. Running on-line in Process mode
generator breaker.
2.2. The kW load will be ramped on the generator to the Process reference.
2.3. The process reference can be adjusted in three ways.
2.3.1.1. If the Process has an indirect relationship with the kW load,
load on the unit, and likewise by lowering the process
reference, this will actually increase the kW load on the unit.
Reference.

appear like this:
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KW LOAD Screen

96.7 kW. All slave units will be trying to generate 56.6% of their rated load.
PF / kVAR Screen
3. Starting Additional units

3.1. Closing the Auto, Run with Load, and Process will start the next unit.
3.2. A process master has already been established, so any additional unit
that close to the bus will be Process slaves.
3.2.1.The Priority number does not decide who is the master. In this
case, Auto Sequencing is Disabled so the first unit that closes to
the bus in Process mode, assumes the Process master.
3.2.2.This is shown on the display like this:
System Screen
Unit 2 was the first unit closed to the bus and is the
Process master.
Mains and Gen are stable.
The unit in the Process Mode.
Sequence Screen
Both unit 1 and 2 are running on-line.

Because Auto Sequencing is disabled unit 2 is still the master even though it has
a higher priority number because it was on the bus first.
3.3. Starting more than one unit at the same time.

3.3.1.If all of the units begin in the Off mode
3.3.2.Closing the Auto, Run, and Process inputs will start the units.
3.3.2.1. The first unit to receive the Auto input will become the
master. This may or may not be the unit with the lowest
priority number.
3.3.2.2. It is possible that the master flag will switch to the unit with
the lowest priority number before a unit closes to the bus.
This depends on the timing of how fast the engines start and
synchronize to the mains.
3.3.2.3. However, after a master has been established with its
breaker closed, it will remain the master until its breaker is
opened or its Auto input is opened.
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3.3.2.4. In some applications all of the units will work as the master
so this is not a concern.
3.3.2.5. In other systems it may be important that the unit with the
lowest priority number be the master. To ensure that the
correct master is selected this unit should be given its Auto
input one second prior to the other units.
be ramped down to the Unload Trip load level
5. Going from Auto Run Process to Standby.
5.4. The engine is in the Standby mode, and will monitor the Mains PT input.

Priority Number 1 2 3
Discrete Inputs Auto Auto, Run, & Proc Auto
Start unit 2 Start
Synchronize
Close Gen Brkr
Process mode
PF Control
Start unit 1 Auto, Run, & Proc
Start
Synchronize
Close Gen Brkr
Proc Slave mode Proc Master Mode
PF Control
Stop Unit 2 Auto
Proc Master Mode Unload Gen
Open Gen Brkr
Cooldown
Shut down
Stop Unit 1 Auto
Unload Gen
Open Gen Brkr
Cooldown
Shut down
Table 7-12. Multiple Process No Sequencing Summary
The first unit that closes to the bus will become the Process master because
Auto Sequencing is disabled. The master unit will not command the slaves to
start or stop as load conditions change. Only units that have the Auto and Run
with Load inputs closed will start, unless the mains were to fail.
Application Questions for Process Mode

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Process mode?
1. The mains fails and the mains protective device trips the mains breaker. For
this scenario, the EGCP-2 will recognize the mains breaker is open and
switch from the process mode to the isochronous mode. All units on-line with
their Auto input closed will load share with one another.
The EGCP-2 will remain in the process mode and try to maintain its process
different from the process reference so the EGCP-2 will cause the engine to

What if the mains returns after a Loss of Mains while the generators are on-line?
The master EGCP-2 will synchronize the mains breaker. After closing the mains
breaker the control will ramp the kW load to the process reference and return to
the process mode.
kW, but the generating capacity is only rated at 150 kW?
What if a unit experiences a soft or hard shutdown while in the process mode?
This situation depends on the number of units that were running and whether it
was a master or slave that received the shutdown.
1. Master unit has a Hard Shutdown with at least one slave running on the bus
in Process Slave mode.
1.1. The master trips its generator breaker and shuts down. The master unit
is still the master because the Auto input is still closed. The slave/s on
the bus will have a System Load reference of 0% because they are in
the Process Slave mode, so the slave’s will operate at their Unload Trip
Level. To resume the Process the shutdown will need to be reset or a
new master has to be selected by opening the Auto input on the original
master that shutdown. The slave with the lowest priority number will
become the new master.
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2. Master unit has a Soft Shutdown with at least one slave running on the bus in
Process Slave mode.
2.1. The master unit will unload to its unload trip level. The slave units will
follow the load on the master because they are in the Process Slave
mode. The master will open its breaker, but still remain the master. The
slaves will run at their Unload Trip Level. To resume the Process, the
shutdown will need to be reset or a new master has to be selected by
opening the Auto input on the original master that shutdown. The slave
with the lowest priority number will become the new master.
3. Slave unit has a Hard or Soft Shutdown
3.1. For a Hard Shutdown, the slave unit will open its breaker and shutdown
immediately. The master unit will try to increase the load on the
remaining units to take up this lost capacity. For a Soft Shutdown, the
slave unit will unload first then open its breaker and shut down. In a Soft
Shutdown, the master unit should have enough time to compensate for
the loss in capacity and keep the process variable at the correct level.
Multiple Unit Process with Sequencing Application

This section describes a Multiple unit system that will be operated in parallel with
the mains. This application is the same as the previous Process application
except that the Auto Sequencing feature is Enabled.
Configuration Items
The configuration items will match the previous application with these exceptions:
Required settings

Max Gen Load: Load percentage where master unit needs to
add a unit
this time delay to a add a unit.
delay, a unit will be added.
Max Start Time: Time allowed a unit to start before skipping to
next priority unit.
Min Gen Load: Load percentage where master needs to stop a
unit
this time delay to stop a unit.
time delay before trying to stop the next unit.
Setting Options
In a Multiple unit Process application only the master unit would be required to
monitor the process input and control the mains breaker. The Process Menu
settings and Transfer Switch Menu settings only need to be entered on units that
could be the master. It is possible that all units in a system could be masters so
in this case these menu items need to be set for all units. For applications where
only one unit can be the master, these settings would only need to be set for that
unit.
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Control Wiring
The control wiring for the Auto Sequencing will match the wiring for the No
Sequencing application information found in Table 7-12. The wiring diagram
figure 7-3 is also the same for this application.
Operation
Using the three mode selector inputs Auto, Test, and Run w/Load and the
Process input, the generator set could be placed into the proper mode of
operation. The Process switch can be permanently closed or if it is desired to
switch between process control and baseload control a switch can be installed
for the Process input. With the Auto Sequencing feature enabled the actions of
the master and slave units will be different. The switch configuration would be as
follows:
Run w/Load
Mode of Operation
Process
Input
Auto
Test
Master Slave
E Off Off
 E Standby Master Follow
   Auto Run Baseload Auto Run Baseload
   System Run Process Process Slave
    System Run Process Process Slave
E = Input can be Either open or closed
Items shown in gray are not discussed in this application section of the manual.
Table 7-13. Mode Selector Switch Position

for Multiple Processes with Sequencing
Off
mode.
Standby
Please see the Multiple Standby with Sequencing section for this application
operation.
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Master Follow
fail or if the master issues a system run command. When the master is placed in
Process System Run, all units in Master Follow will start and act as Process
slaves.
Test No Load
Auto Test
This mode combines the Standby and Test No Load modes. As long as the test
Please see the Multiple Standby with Sequencing section for this application
operation

System Run Process

Closing the Auto, Run with Load, and Process inputs on the master unit initiates
a system start command. The master and all slave units in the Master Follow
mode will start. All units will synchronize to the bus and operate in the Process
mode. The master unit monitors the process signal input and will adjust its load
level to maintain the process reference. All of the slave units in Master Follow will
adjust their system load percentage to match that of the master so in this way
multiple units can be used to maintain the process reference.
Process Slave
Closing the Auto and Run with Load inputs on a slave unit places the slave into a
run mode where it does not take start / stop commands from the master unit. A
slave in this mode will operate in the same load mode as the master. If the
master is in process mode, the slave will follow. If the master is in baseload, the
slave will go into baseload, even if its Process input is closed.
when configured for a Multiple Mains Parallel control with EGCP-2 Auto
Sequencing.
System Run Process and Master Follow Sequence
1. Placing the EGCP-2 into the System Run Process mode

1.1. Closing the auto input on all units will place the master unit in Standby
and the slave units into Master Follow mode.
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1.2. The whole system of engines can be started by closing the Run with
Load input on the master unit only.
1.3. If the Process input is also closed on the master unit, the system will be
in the System Run Process mode.
1.4. At this point the all of the engines will start (see Chapter 2)
at the Bus
1.8. Each generator will synchronize to the mains and close its generator
breaker.
1.8.1.If a slave unit closes to the bus before the master unit, it will control
its load at the unload trip point until the master unit closes its
generator breaker.
2. Running on-line in Process mode
2.1. The master EGCP-2 will ramp the kW load on the generator to the
Process reference.
2.2. The slave units will match their system load percentage to the value of
the master unit, similar to the isochronous load share mode.
2.3. The process reference can be adjusted in three ways.
2.3.1.The process reference only has to be adjusted on the master unit;
the slaves will follow the master.
2.3.2.1. If the Process has an Indirect relationship with the kW load,
load on the unit, and likewise by lowering the process
reference, this will actually increase the kW load on the unit.
2.4. The power factor control for each unit is done on an individual basis.
Each unit controls at its own reference. There is no power factor sharing
in Process control.
2.5.1.Each individual unit will control at its own Power Factor or KVAR
setpoint. Adjusting the reference of the master has no affect on the
reference of the slaves.
appear like this:
KW LOAD Screen

96.7 kW.
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All of the generators on the bus would be producing 56.6 % of their kW rating
because this is the system load percentage.
PF / kVAR Screen
4.1. By opening the Auto and Run with Load input on the master unit, the
generators load will be ramped down to the Unload Trip load level
the generator breakers will trip.
4.3. The engines will go into the stop sequence (see Chapter 2).
5. Going from Auto Run Process to Standby.
closed, the controls will unload to the unload trip level.
the generator breakers will trip.
5.3. The engines will go into the stop sequence (see Chapter 2).
5.4. The master will be in the Standby mode, and will monitor the Mains PT
input. The slaves return to the Master Follow mode.
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System Start Auto, Run, & Proc
Start Start Start
Proc Master Mode Proc Slave Mode Proc Slave mode
Load
Soft Unload
Open Gen Brkr
Cooldown
Shut down
Load
Start
Synchronize
Close Gen Brkr
System Stop Auto
Shut down Shut down Shut down
Table 7-15. Multiple Processes with Sequencing Summary
Application Questions for System Run Process Mode

Process mode?
1. The mains fails and the mains protective device trips the mains breaker. For
this scenario, the EGCP-2 will recognize the mains breaker is open and
switch from the process mode to the isochronous mode. All units on-line with
their Auto input closed will load share with one another.
The EGCP-2 will remain in the process mode and try to maintain its process
different from the process reference so the EGCP-2 will cause the engine to
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What if the mains returns after a Loss of Mains while the generators are on-line?
The master EGCP-2 will synchronize the mains breaker. After closing the mains
breaker the control will ramp the kW load to the process reference and return to
the process mode.
kW, but the generating capacity is only rated at 150 kW?
Multiple Soft Transfer Application

This section describes a system of units that will transfer the load from the mains
to the generators. The soft transfer can be accomplished in either the Process or
Baseload modes. Both methods will be discussed here. The soft transfer is used
for applications where the generators are paralleled briefly to the mains in order
to softly transfer the load from the mains to the generators. After which the mains
breaker will be opened and the generators will be isolated. The sequence
reverses when switching back to the mains. The generators will synchronize to
the mains, close the mains breaker, transfer the load from the generators to the
mains and then open the generator breakers.
Configuration Items
The configuration points in the EGCP-2 software, will match the configuration
settings of the baseload and process applications with one exception, the Load
Control Mode. All other settings should follow the baseload or process
applications discussed previously.
Required settings

Load Control Mode: Soft Transfer
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Control Wiring
The wiring of the soft transfer application will be the same as the baseload or
process applications discussed previously. Please consult these application
sections for information on the control wiring.
Application: Multiple Soft Transfer

Load Control Mode = Soft Transfer
G52 LOAD U52

MAINS
Mode Selector
Switch GEN BUS
1 PTs PT Mains
Local
Soft Transfer PT PT Disconnect 5
GEN Process
CTs Connect Process Input
Auto (Standby) Transducer
Automatic RS-485 Comm
To other
Network
NLT (No Load Test) EGCP-2 units
Run W/LD Gen Breaker Close Coil GCC -Battery
(manual sync) 3

Speed Raise
Manual
Trip MTC

4 Preglow prglw
crank
Fault #1
.. Crank
Fault #6 Alarm
Alarm
Audible Alarm
Multiple Soft Transer Application
1 The Auto, Test, and Run with Load 3 Manual mode requires manual mains and
Selected is Soft Transfer mode section of this manual.
Figure 7-4. Multiple Unit Soft Transfer Application
Operation
Using the three mode selector inputs Auto, Test, and Run with Load and the
Process input, the generator set can be placed into the proper mode of
operation. When all three of the inputs are closed and the Load Control Mode is
programmed for Soft Transfer, the control will go into the soft transfer mode.
Then if the Process input is open, the control will perform a baseload soft
transfer. If the Process input is closed, the control will perform a process soft
transfer. The switch configuration would be as follows:
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Run w/Load
Mode of Operation
Process
Input
Auto
Test
Master Slave
E Off Off
 E Standby Master Follow
   Soft Transfer Baseload Auto Run Baseload
   System Run Process Process Slave
    Soft Transfer Process Process Slave
E = Input can be Either open or closed Modes that are shown in gray are not discussed in this
application section.
Table 7-14. Mode Selector Switch Position for Soft Transfer
Off
Standby
By closing the Auto input only on the master unit, the EGCP-2 will be in the
Standby mode. Please see the previous application Single Standby for an
explanation of the operation.
Master Follow
fail or if the master issues a system run command. When the master is placed in
Process System Run, all units in Master Follow will start and act as Process
slaves.
Test No Load
Manual Run Baseload

Auto Run Process or Baseload

When the Auto, and Run with Load inputs are closed, the control will perform an
automatic synchronization and run with the generator breaker closed. Please see
the previous applications for an explanation of the operation.
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Soft Transfer Process or Baseload
When the Auto, Test, and Run with Load inputs are closed, the control will
perform a soft transfer, where the load will be transferred from the mains to the
generator in a controlled closed transition fashion. The generator will then run
isolated from the mains until this mode is exited, at which time it will return the
load to the mains. The state of the Process input on the master unit will
determine whether the soft transfer is performed in the Baseload or Process
mode.
This section will describe the details of operation for the Soft Transfer
application when configured for a Single Parallel control.
Soft Transfer Process Sequence
The sequence begins with a healthy mains and the master EGCP-2 in Standby
and the slave units in the Master Follow modes.
1. Placing the EGCP-2 into the Soft Transfer Process mode

1.1. To place the engine in Soft Transfer Process the Auto, Test, Run with
Load, and Process inputs will be closed on the master unit.
1.2. At this point all engines will start (see Chapter 2).
at the Bus
I/O Screen (master)

Inputs 1,2, 3, & 10 Auto, Test, Run w/Load, and
Process are closed to place the control in the Soft
Transfer Process mode.
Outputs 7 & 8 are closed to bring the Bus PT
voltage into the Mains/Bus PT input.
Output 10 is closed to remove the Generator
Breaker trip signal.
System Screen
The control is in AUTO and is in the KW Droop
mode because the gen circuit breaker is open.
2. Transferring from Mains power to generator power in the Process mode

breaker.
2.1.1.If a slave unit closes to the bus before the master unit, it will control
its load at the unload trip point until the master unit closes its
generator breaker.
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2.2. The master EGCP-2 will ramp the kW load on the generator to the
Process reference.
2.3. The slave units will match their system load percentage to the value of
the master unit, similar to the isochronous load share mode.
Reference.
2.6. Once the Process signal is equal to the Process reference, the Mains
breaker is opened.
2.7. The EGCP-2’s then will operate in the isochronous mode supplying the
2.8. This would be displayed like this
I/O Screen
Inputs 1,2, 3, & 10 Auto , Test, Run w/Load, and Process are
closed to operate the control in the Soft Transfer Process
mode.
Outputs 4 & 12 Fuel Solenoid and Idle/Rated are closed to run
the engine at rated speed.
signal.
System Screen
The control is in AUTO and is in the ISOCHRONOUS mode
because the mains circuit breaker is open.
3. If the Auto Sequencing feature is enabled the master unit will start and stop
the slave units as needed following the Auto Sequencing Delay. See Chapter
8 for more details about the start/stop sequencing.
4.1. By opening either the Test input, or both the Test and Run with Load
inputs the EGCP-2 will resynchronize the Mains breaker.
4.2.1.1. The master EGCP-2 will resynchronize the Mains breaker.
4.2.1.2. The controls will ramp into the Auto Process mode and go
into Process control at the Process reference.
4.2.2.1. No change is seen. The master remains in isochronous
mode and does not try to resynchronize to the mains.
4.2.3.2. The generators will softly unload to their unload trip level,
4.2.3.3. The generator breakers will be opened.
4.2.3.4. The engines will go into the stop sequence (see Chapter 2).
4.2.3.5. The master control will be in the Standby mode, the slaves
remain in the Master Follow mode.
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4.2.4.Case 4. All three inputs Auto, Test, and Run with Load are opened.
4.2.4.1. In this case, the master unit will no longer be in Auto, so the
slave unit with the next lowest priority will become the master.
4.2.4.2. The unit that had been master will open its breaker and go
4.2.4.3. The new master will resynchronize the Mains breaker.
4.2.4.7. If all of the slave units had been stopped by the master and
then its Auto input was opened, the slaves will not re-start.
The on coming master will recognize that the Mains are
stable and close the mains breaker.

System Start Auto, Test, Run, &
Process
Start Start Start
Process Input = Open mains
Process Reference breaker
System Load below Master Stop
Min Gen Load Command
Soft Unload
Open Gen Brkr
Cooldown
Shut down
System Load above Master Start
Max Gen Load Command
Start
Synchronize
Close Gen Brkr
System Stop Auto
Synchronize Mains
Breaker
Close Mains Brkr
Table 7-17. Multiple Process Soft Transfer with Sequencing Summary
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Application Questions for Soft Transfer Process Mode
What happens if the master generator experiences a hard shutdown while

isolated from the mains?
master unit is still in Auto so it remains the master. The slave units will continue
to run in Isochronous load sharing mode. To return to the mains the shutdown
would have to be reset on the master so that it could restart or the Auto input
would have to be removed so that a new master could take control and then
synchronize the mains breaker.
the mains?
The generator will be unloaded to the unload trip level, where the generator
breaker will be opened. Then the engine will proceed through a cooldown time, if
applicable, and then shut down. The Auto input is still closed so this unit will
remain the master just as in the hard shutdown example above.
Transfer mode?
Since the engines are already running on-line with the Mains breaker open, no
change is seen. As long as the Auto input is closed to enable the Standby mode,
the generators will remain on-line. Units that have been stopped by the master
will not be restarted because the mains has failed, they wait for the load to
increase above the Max Gen Load setting.
If the load on the bus is more than the generator can produce, will the mains
breaker still be opened?
To avoid a possible overload it is very important to set the process reference
close to the zero import level. The EGCP-2 will not open the mains breaker
unless the process input signal is within the Process Deadband setting of the
Process Reference.
Consider an example where three 100 kW
generator sets are being used in a Soft Transfer 20 500
18 375
mode. The process input signal is 12 mA when the 16 250
mains import load is zero and 20 mA when the Process Input 14 125 Mains KW
import load is 500 kW (see chart at right). If the Signal (mA) 12 0 Import
10 -125
load being supplied by the Mains is 250 kW, the 8 -250
process input would be 16 mA. If one or even two 6 -375
generators were asked to carry this load, their 4 -500
capacity would be exceeded because together

they can only produce 200 kW. All three generators would need to be on-line to
take this load. The process reference should be set to 12 mA. Then when the
generators are closed on to the bus they will begin to take load from the mains,
until they reach their kW High Load Limit. With two generators on the bus, the
process input signal will be at 12.8 mA. The generators are carrying 200 kW, and
the mains is carrying 50 kW. The Process Reference is 12.0 mA and the Process
Deadband is 0.3% so the process input signal would need to be below 12.05 mA
before the breaker would be opened. The system will wait until the third
generator closes to the bus and then the mains breaker would be tripped.
If the Process Reference were set at 13.0 mA, the mains breaker would be
tripped whenever two generators were on the bus that might cause a possible
overload.
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Soft Transfer Baseload Sequence
The sequence begins with a healthy mains and the master EGCP-2 in Standby
and the slave units in the Master Follow modes.
1. Placing the EGCP-2 into the Soft Transfer Baseload mode

1.1. To place the engine in Soft Transfer Baseload the Auto, Test, and Run
with Load inputs will be closed. The Process input is open.
1.2. At this point all engines will start (see Chapter 2).
at the Bus
2. Transferring from Mains power to generator power in the Baseload mode
breaker.
2.1.1. If a slave unit closes to the bus before the master unit, it will
ramp its load to its baseload setpoint.
2.1.2. It is entirely possible that the master unit could close to the
mains first and reach its baseload setpoint before the other units.
2.2. If PF Control is configured, the Power Factor will be ramped to the PF
Reference.
Reference.
2.4. Once the master’s baseload reference reaches the Baseload Reference
setpoint, the Mains breaker is opened.
2.4.1. The control uses the Baseload reference only; to determine
when to open the Mains breaker, the actual load on the mains is
not considered.
2.4.2. The control has no knowledge of how much load is on the bus.
The mains breaker will open and whatever load was being
supplied by the mains will be dumped on to the generator.
2.4.3. The master unit will not wait for other units to close to the bus or
reach their baseload setpoint.
2.5. The EGCP-2’s then will operate in the isochronous mode supplying the
2.6. This would be displayed like this
I/O Screen
Inputs 1,2, & 3 Auto, Test, & Run w/Load are closed
to operate the control in the Soft Transfer Baseload
mode.
trip signal.
System Screen
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3. If the Auto Sequencing feature is enabled the master unit will start and stop
the slave units as needed following the Auto Sequencing Delay. See Chapter
8 for more details about the start/stop sequencing.
4.1. By opening either the Test input, or both the Test and Run with Load
inputs the EGCP-2 will resynchronize the Mains breaker.
4.2.1.2. The controls will ramp into the Auto Baseload mode and go
into Baseload control at the Baseload reference.
4.2.2.1. No change is seen. The master remains in ISOCHRONOUS
mode and does not try to resynchronize to the mains.
4.2.3.4. The engines will go into the stop sequence (see Chapter 2).
4.2.3.5. The master control will be in the Standby mode, the slaves
remain in the Master Follow mode.
4.2.4. Case 4. All three inputs Auto, Test, and Run with Load are
opened.
4.2.4.1. In this case the master unit will no longer be in Auto, so the
slave unit with the next lowest priority will become the master.
4.2.4.2. The unit that had been master will open its breaker and go
4.2.4.3. The new master will resynchronize the Mains breaker.
4.2.4.7. If all of the slave units had been stopped by the master and
then its Auto input was opened, the slaves will not re-start.
The on coming master will recognize that the Mains are
stable and close the mains breaker.
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System Start Auto, Test, Run
Start Start Start
Baseload Baseload Baseload
Baseload Ref = Open mains
Baseload Setpoint breaker
Load
Soft Unload
Open Gen Brkr
Cooldown
Shut down
Load
Start
Synchronize
Close Gen Brkr
System Stop Auto
Synchronize
Mains Breaker
Close Mains Brkr
Table 7-18. Multiple Baseload Soft Transfer with Sequencing Summary
Application Questions for Soft Transfer Baseload Mode

What happens if the master generator experiences a hard shutdown while

isolated from the mains?
master unit is still in Auto so it remains the master. The slave units will continue
to run in Isochronous load sharing mode. To return to the mains the shutdown
would have to be reset on the master so that it could restart or the Auto input
would have to be removed so that a new master could take control and then
synchronize the mains breaker.
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the mains?
The generator will be unloaded to the unload trip level, where the generator
breaker will be opened. Then the engine will proceed through a cooldown time, if
applicable, and then shut down. The Auto input is still closed so this unit will
remain the master just as in the hard shutdown example above.
Transfer mode?
Since the engines are already running on-line with the Mains breaker open, no
change is seen. As long as the Auto input is closed to enable the Standby mode,
the generators will remain on-line. Units that have been stopped by the master
will not be restarted because the mains has failed, they wait for the load to
increase above the Max Gen Load setting
Will the mains breaker still be opened, which could possibly overload the
generator, if the load on the bus exceeds the load capacity of the generator?
In the Soft Transfer Baseload mode, the control has no knowledge of how much
load was on the bus being supplied by the mains. It is possible that the mains
breaker could be opened and the generator could be overloaded. In this situation
a load shed scheme would need to be implemented. At the least an operator
should verify the load on the bus is less than the generator capacity before
placing the control into the Soft Transfer mode
For Soft Transfer applications, it is recommended to use the Process

control method rather than the Baseload method for the following
reasons:
1. The baseload method does not take into account the load on the
bus, it simply opens the breaker and assumes the generator will
be capable of supplying the load.
2. The process method will use the process input signal to
determine if the load has indeed been transferred to the
generator before the mains breaker is opened.
3. The baseload method may place a large load on the engine if the
baseload reference is not close the actual load on the bus.
4. The process method can be used to reach a zero power import
and thus minimize the load dump on the engine and through the
mains breaker.
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Chapter 8.
Start/Stop Sequencing
The EGCP-2 can perform Start/Stop sequencing in two configurations, isolated

from the mains and parallel with the mains in the Process mode. The decisions to
start or stop an engine generator set are made by the master unit according to
the configuration settings in the Sequencing and Comms menu. For more
information about these settings see the Installation and Operation manual
26174 Chapter 5.
In this chapter the basic start/stop sequences of operation are covered as it

pertains to the different applications.
With the mains breaker open and multiple engines running on an isolated bus,
the master EGCP-2 is capable of starting and stopping units as the load on the
bus changes. Isolated bus sequencing could occur in each of the following four
applications:
Multiple No Parallel Standby with Sequencing
Multiple Parallel Standby with Sequencing
Multiple Prime Power with Sequencing
Multiple Soft Transfer with Sequencing
In each of these applications, the start/stop sequencing can occur whenever the
mains have failed and the generators are providing power to the load.
For a Standby application the mains would be failed.
For a Prime Power application there is no mains so any time the system is in
operation, the start/stop sequencing can occur.
For a Soft Transfer or No Parallel application the generators will be supplying
power to an isolated bus even though the mains is present.
With the generators paralleled to the mains and operating in the Process mode,
the master EGCP-2 is capable of starting and stopping units as the load on the
generators change to maintain the process. Only one application is capable of
this type of unit sequencing, the Multiple Parallel Process with Sequencing
application.
Stop Sequence
This sequence begins with at least two generators running on-line.
1. After the master unit closes to the bus, the Auto Sequencing Delay time
starts. This timer is used to delay the Sequencing function for a period of
time, when loads may be returning to bus or to allow all of the engines a
minimum run time.
2. Following the Auto Sequencing Delay, the master unit will monitor its System
Load percentage as seen here
KW Load Display
The generator is supplying 21 kW.
The desired load is 19 kW, which is 39.4 % of its
rating 48kW.
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3. If this load percentage is less than the Min Gen Load setting for the Reduced
Load Delay timer, the unit with the highest priority number will be
commanded to stop.
3.1. The master will calculate if removing this unit will cause the load to
increase to within 10 % of the Max Gen Load where a unit would be
needed to start.
3.2. This 10 % deadband is used to keep units from cycling on and off the
bus.
4. This is displayed like this:
Sequencing Screen on Master Unit
Units 1,2, and 3 are running on-line.

Unit 1 is the master unit.
The Next On and Next Off show, on the right display, which units would be the
next to be sequenced on and off. No other units are available so the Next On
shows none.
The next unit to come off would be unit three. At this time, the system load is
below the Min Gen Load so the Reduced Load Delay timer is shown on the far
right of the Next Off line. It is counting down and the current value is 16. If the
system load is still below the Min Gen Load for the next 16 seconds, unit three
will be commanded to be shut down.
5. The slave unit unloads to its unload trip point.

6. Opens its generator breaker
7. Then goes into the stop sequence.
8. The display will appear like this:
Unit three has been sequenced off and will now be the Next On.
The system load is not above the Max Gen Load because the timer is not being
shown on the Next On line.
9. The Max Stop Time timer is started. The master unit will wait for the Max
Stop time before sequencing another unit off the bus. This delay is used to
allow a unit enough time to unload and shutdown, before the master
commands the next unit to start or stop.
10. This sequence could occur for each slave on the bus in the Master Follow
mode.
11. The master unit will never sequence itself off the bus. It will always run.
Start Sequence
Units that had been stopped by the master, may be commanded to start again if
the load were to increase on the bus.
This sequence begins with the at least one slave having been stopped previously
by the master.
1. If the system load exceeds the Max Gen Load setpoint for the Next Genset
Delay time the Next On engine will be commanded to start.
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2. This is displayed like this:
Units 1 and 2 are currently running on-line with unit 1 being the master. Unit
three had been sequenced off previously, but now the load has increased above
the Max Gen Load setting of the master. This is seen because the Next Genset
Delay timer has appeared on the Next On: line, and is currently at 14 seconds.
As long as the load remains above the Max Gen Load for the next 14 seconds,
unit three will be commanded to start.
3. The Max Start Time timer is started.

3.1. The master will not command another unit to start until this timer has
finished
3.2. If the unit fails to crank and logs a Fail To Crank alarm, it will be skipped
and the next priority unit will be commanded to start, following the Max
Start Time.
3.3. If the Start Sequencing feature has been disabled, the Fail To Crank
alarm is overridden and so if the engine did fail to start, the EGCP-2
system needs to be alerted. One of the Remote Fault inputs should be
programmed for a Hard Shutdown. If the engine fails to start this hard
shutdown input will take that EGCP-2 out of the sequencing group and
then the next unit can be commanded to start.
3.4. If a unit that is commanded to start, does start successfully but fails to
synchronize to the bus a Sync Reclose or Sync Timeout alarm will be
logged. However, because this unit did start, the master does not skip
this unit to go to the next priority unit. The alarm will have to be cleared
or the unit will need to be taken out of the Master Follow mode by
opening the Auto input to go to the next unit.
4. The engine starts and synchronizes to the bus.
5. The EGCP-2 will ramp its load setpoint from the unload trip level to the
System Load percentage of the other generators on-line and begin sharing
the load.
6. This sequence could occur for each slave in the system that was previously
stopped and is still available.
A special situation occurs if the master is loaded beyond its rated capacity. The
EGCP-2 uses the Rated Load Delay time to start an engine sooner if the master
becomes overloaded. The Rated Load Delay time is intended to be set to a value
less than the Next Genset Delay time.
 If a unit is started because of a Rated Load start, the Idle Rated timer is
skipped in the start sequence (see Chapter 2).
 The Load ramp is also skipped. The on-coming unit will try to match the
system load percentage after its breaker is closed to add capacity as quickly
as possible.
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Chapter 9.
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.
You can locate your nearest Woodward distributor, AISF, RER, or RTR on our
website at:
www.woodward.com/directory
174 Woodward
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.
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 authorization 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.
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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.
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: www.woodward.com.
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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
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--------- +49 (0) 21 52 14 51 Germany------- +49 (711) 78954-510 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
Poland--------------- +48 12 295 13 00 The Netherlands - +31 (23) 5661111 Poland--------------- +48 12 295 13 00
United States ---- +1 (970) 482-5811 United States ---- +1 (970) 482-5811 United States ---- +1 (970) 482-5811
You can also locate your nearest Woodward distributor or service facility on our
website at:
www.woodward.com/directory
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:
Your Name
Site Location
Phone Number
Fax Number
Engine/Turbine Model Number
Manufacturer
Number of Cylinders (if applicable)
Type of Fuel (gas, gaseous, steam, etc)
Rating
Application
Control/Governor #1
Woodward Part Number & Rev. Letter
Control Description or Governor Type
Serial Number
Control/Governor #2
Serial Number
Control/Governor #3
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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Declarations
EGCP-2 Control Specifications
Woodward Part Numbers:
8406-120 EGCP-2 Engine Generator Control, 150–300 Vac PT input
8406-121 EGCP-2 Engine Generator Control, 50–150 Vac PT input
Power Supply Rating 9–32 Vdc (SELV) Maximum input voltage range
Power Consumption Less than or equal 13 W nominal, 20 W maximum
Input Supply Voltage Input Supply Current

12 V (nominal) 1.08 A
24 V (nominal) 542 mA
32 V 406 mA
PT input 50–150 Vac, 8406-121
150–300 Vac, 8406-120
CT input 0–5 A rms
Generator Frequency Range 40–70 Hz
Magnetic Pickup 100–15 000 Hz
Discrete Inputs (8) 5 mA source current when CLOSED to Switch Common (65)
Process input 4–20 mA, 1–5 Vdc
Temperature and pressure inputs 0–200 Ω sensors, 4–20 mA transducer, or 0–5V transducer
Speed Bias ±3 Vdc, 0.5–4.5 Vdc, 5 V peak 500 Hz PWM
Voltage Bias ±1 Vdc, ±3 Vdc, ±9 Vdc
Discrete Outputs (Relay Outputs) 10 A, 250 Vac Resistive
249 W (1/3 hp), 125 Vac (7.2 A, 0.4–0.5 PF)
10 A, 30 Vdc Resistive
Communication Ports RS-485, RS-422
Ambient Operating Temperature –20 to +70 °C (–4 to +158 °F)(around outside of EGCP-2 chassis)
Storage Temperature –40 to +105 °C (–40 to +221 °F)
Humidity 95% at 20 to 55 °C (68 to 131 °F)
Mechanical Vibration SV2 5–2000 Hz @ 4 G and RV1 10–2000 Hz @ .04 G²/Hz
Mechanical Shock US MIL-STD 810C, Method 516.2, Procedure I (basic design test),
Procedure II (transit drop test, packaged), Procedure V (bench handling)
Equipment Classification Class 1 (grounded equipment)
Air Quality Pollution Degree II
Installation Overvoltage Category III
Ingress Protection Will meet the requirements of IP56 as defined in IEC529 when
installed in a suitable atmospherically vented enclosure. Also meets Type 4 requirements.
Regulatory Compliance
European Compliance for CE Mark:
EMC Directive Declared to 89/336/EEC COUNCIL DIRECTIVE of 03 May 1989 on the
approximation of the laws of the member states relating to
electromagnetic compatibility.
Low Voltage Directive Declared to the 73/23/EEC COUNCIL DIRECTIVE of 19 February
1973 on the harmonization of the laws of the Member States relating to
electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits.
North American Compliance:

UL UL Listed for Ordinary Locations at 70°C maximum Ambient. For use
in the United States and Canada.
UL File E97763
CSA CSA Certified for Ordinary Locations at 70 °C maximum Ambient. For
use in the United States and Canada.
Certificate 1159277
NOTE Wiring must be in accordance with applicable electric codes with the
authority having jurisdiction.
We appreciate your comments about the content of our publications.
Send comments to: icinfo@woodward.com
Please reference publication 26175.
PO Box 1519, Fort Collins CO 80522-1519, USA

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

as well as authorized distributors and other authorized service and sales facilities throughout the world.
Complete address / phone / fax / email information for all locations is available on our website.
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Product Manual 26175

8406-120: 150–300 Vac PT Input, 9–32 Vdc

The latest version of most publications is available on the publications page. If

Any unauthorized modifications to or use of this equipment outside its specified

If the cover of this publication states "Translation of the Original Instructions"

WARNINGS AND NOTICES ........................................................................... IV

Illustrations and Tables

Figure 2-1. Start Sequencing Timers .....................................................................4

Table 3.1. Manual run .............................................................................................9

Illustrations and Tables

Table 7-8. Multiple Baseload Summary .............................................................140

Warnings and Notices

The engine, turbine, or other type of prime mover should be

The products described in this publication may present risks that

Be prepared to make an emergency shutdown when starting the

On- and off-highway Mobile Applications: Unless Woodward's control

To prevent damage to a control system that uses an alternator or

Electrostatic Discharge Awareness

Follow these precautions when working with or near the control.

The four configurations that will be discussed are:

Under each of these configurations, specific applications will be highlighted.

The EGCP-2 has two types of start sequencing.

Start Sequencing Enabled

Start Sequence #1 Loss of Mains start:

Start Sequence #2 Discrete Input start:

Start Sequence #3 Slave receives start command from the Master:

1. The EGCP-2 is commanded to start from a discrete input.

Figure 2-1. Start Sequencing Timers

Start Sequencing Disabled

The Stop sequence is the same whether Start Sequencing is Enabled or

Test No Load Sequence

1. To start the engine, close the Test input.

Application Questions for Test No Load Mode

What if the generator breaker is closed while in Test No Load mode?

Run with Load

For a No Parallel application the Mains breaker would need to be opened

Manual Run with Load Sequence

6. All breaker operations are manual at this point.

Load Control Mode

Application Questions for Manual Run

What if the application needs manual synchronization and load sharing?

Can manual synchronization be used for a Baseload application?

Standby No Parallel Application

Shutdown and Alarm Menu:

Transfer Switch Menu:

Engine Control Menu:

Reactive Load Menu

Transfer Switch Menu:

Reactive Load Control Menu:

Process Control Menu:

Transfer Switch Menu

Sequencing and Comms Menu

Application: Standby Power

G52 LOAD U52

Single NoParallel Application

2 Opening the Gen CB Aux input will

Figure 4-1. Single No Parallel Standby Application

Manual Run with Load

Standby Engine Sequence

1. Placing the EGCP-2 into the Standby mode