The electric automatic control panel SICES, if combined to a stand-by genset or to a

single prime mover genset, allows to have a system that, within a few seconds by
the Mains failure detection, starts the engine and manage the Mains/Genset switch,
connecting the load to the genset.
The control panel is built in a rugged steel sheet carpentry, which is properly processed
and subjected to a painting treatment using high resistance epoxy powder.
All the control circuits and signalisations are inbuilt in a reliable microprocessor based
genset controller model GC315Plus, GC310 or GC350 mounted on the front door. In
case of replacement, the controller can be replaced easily even by unskilled personnel.

The main difference among GC315Plus, GC310 and GC350 control panel is the
number of I/O and the communication systems available.

SICES AMF panel is highly customizable according to the customer’s needs. Several
auxiliary circuits are availble in order to match every specific request.

All internal devices with voltage live are compliant to IEC rules.

Benefits:
 High-quality standard
 Possibility of customization
 Made in Italy
 Genset is automatically disconnected from the load.
The load is then supplied by the Mains and the engine is
In case of mains failure, the electric control panel GC315Plus, stopped after an adjustable cooling time.
GC310 or GC350 detects the voltage failure and it starts the
stand-by genset. The control panel manage the TEST: automatic start for periodical testing operations with
Mains/Genset switch connecting the load to the genset. safety protections enabled.
During the genset operation, both the engine and the The Mains/Genset switch is disabled. Upon Mains failure, the
alternator are monitored by the microprocessor controller, load is immediately supplied by the Genset.
which displays any alarms with a text message and stops the
genset, if needed.
The power circuit, when required, is normally separated in a
The power circuit, when required, is separated from the
safe place of the cabinet, in order to protect the service
auxiliary control circuits, as per the current safety regulations.
people. Only parts of primary brands are used.
In standard configuration, with front door open, the level of
The carpentry is made of a high-grade steel, which is
mechanical protection is equivalent to IP20.
pre-formed and welded prior to the application of a
high-grade powder coated paint finish to withstand hard
Standard configuration is available in 4 versions:
industrial conditions.
Tags and symbols of the control panel are compliant to the  With only 4 poles motorized changeover switch Mains/Gen
international code of the field. Set (160 ÷ 1600A) or couple of mechanical interlocked
Several options are available in order to match any special contactors (40A ÷ 125A)
and customized requirement.  With only 3 or 4 poles automatic, fixed and manual
handled gen set circuit breaker for the alternator protection.
 With 4 poles motorized changeover switch Mains/Gen Set +
Automatic, fixed and manual handled gen set circuit
breaker 3 or 4 poles
 Without power circuit

The control panel is also equipped with protection against over

current. When the Mains/Genset switch is external to the
Control Panel, dedicated contacts for the switch control
(connected to an internal terminal board) are supplied inside the
Controller.

By means of the keyboard of the microprocessor genset The Control Panel includes, as standard features:
controller, which is equipped with push buttons and LEDs on  Microprocessor AMF+ATS controller GC315Plus, GC310 or
the front, it is possible to select different operation modes: GC350
 Automatic battery charger 5A - 12/24Vdc or 10A - 24Vdc
OFF/RESET: engine start inhibition, with forced control
 Single-phase voltage supply for engine preheating
of the load supply from the Mains. When the engine is
running and the selector switch is turned to the 'OFF'  Acoustic alarm horn
position, the engine shut-down sequence is activated.  Programmable periodic automatic test
Reset of all alarms that cause the engine shut-down.  Genset events and conditions are logged in the
microprocessor controller
PROGRAM: access to all programmable parameters
listed in the "LIST OF SETTING PARAMETERS". OPTIONAL:
 Control for electric pump 230V for fuel refilling
MANUAL: engine manual start and stop controls are  Control for electric pump 400V for fuel refilling
enabled. The Genset protection devices are activated. The
starting control is automatically disabled when the engine is
 Circuit for couple electric pump (one in back up to the other)
running.  Control for engine pre-lubrication
 Feeder for engine preheating water composed by contactor +
AUTOMATIC: automatic start in case of Mains failure. electric pump water recirculation
The engine starts through a cycle of starting attempts, each  Lighting and socket container or engine room
followed by breaks. In case of starting failure, the controller  Feeder for motorized louvers
gives an optical signal and forces the Genset to shut-down,
 Feeders for motorized fans and radiators
avoiding the battery discharge. Upon engine starting, the
starting engine is automatically disconnected by the  Feeder for speed governor
electronic controller. Once the rated conditions are reached,  Dry contacts
the Genset is connected to the load. The Genset is  Feeder for anti-condensation panel and alternator
automatically managed by the proper protection devices.  Double electric starter management
When the Mains is restored within the normal limits, the
 Engine revolution counter:
By pick-up. Programmable teeth number.
The control system includes an easy-to-use, full function Same input can be used by W signal.
operator panel and LED indicators. Generator Power and Power factor m eas u r es ar e
The keyboard of the microprocessor controller is used to select available as total measure and also for each single
the different operation modes: Off/Reset, Program, Manual, phase.
Automatic. Maximum power and current reached values , ar e
logged with date and time.
 START Engine start push-button
 STOP Engine stop push-button
 ACK Acoustic alarm silencing push-button
A set of high efficiency leds are used for signalling the
 UP/DOWN Push buttons for the display selection current status of the Genset and for the visualization of
 Manual Control for changeover switch the alarm occurred. Secondary alarms are represented
 Emergency stop push-button by their corresponding display code.
 ARROW keys for the LCD display selection mode, window
selection, parameter change, etc. Status
 EXIT, ENTER and SHIFT keys  Mains live
 Fuses on the front for an easy replacement, when  Generator live
needed.  Mains contactor closed
 Generator contactor closed
 Engine running
Generator Voltages:  Engine cooling
L1-N, L2-N, L3-N, L1-L2, L2-L3, L3-L1 (GC315Plus)  Engine start and stop
L1-L2, L2-L3, L3-L1 (GC310/GC350)
Engine protections
True RMS measure.
Lx-N max. voltage < 300Vac cat. IIII  Fuel reserve
High voltage pulse = 6kV 1.2/50 us  Max/Min fuel level
Max. measurable voltage = 25.000V (by external TV).  Battery failure (Min/Max voltage)
Generator Currents:  Min. oil pressure
L1, L2, L3, N (GC315 Plus)  Max. engine temperature
L1, L2, L3 (GC310/GC350)  Closing of mains contactor or genset contactor failed
True RMS measure.  Engine over crank
Nominal max. current: 5Aac  Over speed (electronic from generator frequency or from
Overload measurable current : 4 x 5Aac (sinusoidal). pick-up)
Internal current transformer.
Max. nominal current = 6000A (by external TA).  Generator overload (from external contact of circuit breaker)
Mains Voltage:  Belt breakage
L1-N, L2-N, L3-N, L1-L2, L2-L3, L3-L1 (GC315Plus)  Operating conditions not reached
L1-L2, L2-L3, L3-L1 (GC310/GC350)  Emergency Stop
Average measure calibrated to RMS.
Lx-N max. voltage < 300Vac cat. IV Generator protections
High voltage pulse = 6kV 1.2/50 us  Under frequency (81U)
Max. measurable voltage = 25.000V (by external TV).  Over frequency (81O)
Generator and Mains Frequency meter:  Under voltage (27)
Resolution = 0.1 Hz.  Overvoltage (59)
Accuracy = ± 50ppm, ±35ppm/°C (typical)
 Power direction (32)
Battery Voltmeter:
Resolution = 0.1V  Time dependent overcurrent (51)
Oil Pressure Gauge:  Instantaneous overcurrent (50)
VDO 0-10 Bar, VDO 0-5 Bar, Veglia 0-8 Bar  Phase sequence (47)
(settable curves available in case of different sensors,  Current and voltage asymmetry (46/47)
using the BoardPRG3)  Damage protection (51N) - OPTION
Water Thermometer:
VDO, Veglia (settable curves available in case of  Maximum current phase protection temporized on voltage cut
different sensors, using the BoardPRG3)  Negative sequence I2 (GC315Plus)
Fuel Level:
VDO, Veglia (settable curves available in case of Other led signalling is available to show the measures
different sensors, using the BoardPRG3) selected on the display and the cumulative alarms.
 N.1 USB Serial port (GC315Plus) Supply voltage: 230 ÷ 400 Vac (other to be specified)
Auxiliary voltage: 12 Vdc or 24 Vdc
 N.1 RS232 MODBUS Serial port (GC315Plus/GC310/GC350) Frequency: 50 Hz or 60 Hz
 N.1 RS485 Modbus RTU serial port (GC315Plus/GC350) Insulation: > 50 Mohm
Dielectric strength AC: 2500V/1'
 N.1 RJ45 ETHERNET Modbus TCP/IP serial port (GC315Plus) Dielectric strength DC: 1000 V/1'
 Direct management modem PSTN and GSM Level of protection: IP40
Colour: RAL 7032 or RAL7035
 CANJ1939 interface
Ambient temperature: - 20° to + 70 °C
Conforming to CEI – IEC – EN rules
OPTIONAL:
2006/95/CE – LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVE
 Rewind as GSM/GPRS/GPS interface 2004/108/CE – EMC DIRECTIVE
 Dance as Ethernet interface 93/68/CEE – CE STAMP REGULATION
 Analogic modem SICES Control panel is designed and manufactured in
 RS482/RS232/USB Converter ISO9001 certified facility
 SI.MO.NE

 Engine diagnostic code

 Periodical test
 Real Time Clock
 Pre-glow and coolant heater management
 Remote start and stop
 Maintenance working
 Embedded alarm horn
 Password protected access for adjust the operating
parameters
 Graphic display 70x38mm - 128 x 64 pixel
 LCD: transflective with LED backlight
 Multilanguage device: IT, EN, FR, RU, PT/BR, ES

GC310

GC350

GC315