R450

AVRs
Installation and maintenance
VOIR NOTICE
VOLT. STAB. I EXC LEDS FUSIBLES / FUSES SEE NOTICE
US

EXT.FREQ. 50Hz LAM

C

LAM SET. 0 OFF

ON 9 LAM
1 MODE 1
50 Hz EXT FREQ

LAM 8 90 1
60 Hz SETTING

2 LAM
OFF MODE 2
E- E+ Z2 X1 Z1 X2
23
78

ONLY FOR LAM

SPECIAL 7
4 56 3 OFF
CONFIG. LAM
4 MODE 1
KNEE
5 6 LAM
65Hz
LAM OFF 60Hz
MODE 2
1 PHASE SENSING
SERIES SERIES
LSA 49 / 50 3 0 LSA 46 / 47
7000 /8000 3 5000/6000
0
1

SERIES
2 SERIES
LSA 49 / 50 LSA 46 / 47
7000 /8000 2 1 5000/6000
3 PAHASES SENSING

380V 220 110 0V

SHUNT / AREP
RAPIDE 3 0 NORMAL
FAST NORMAL
3
0
1

2
RAPIDE NORMAL
R450

FAST 2 1 NORMAL
PMG
3PH. 1k
S1 S2
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This manual concerns the alternator AVR which you have just purchased.
We wish to draw your attention to the contents of this maintenance manual.

SAFETY MEASURES

Before using your machine for the first time,

it is important to read the whole of this
installation and maintenance manual. All servicing or repair operations
performed on the AVR should be
All necessary operations and interventions undertaken by personnel trained in the
on this machine must be performed by a commissioning, servicing and main-
qualified technician. tenance of electrical and mechanical
components.
Our technical support service will be pleased
to provide any additional information you
may require.

The various operations described in this

manual are accompanied by recom- When the generator is driven at a
mendations or symbols to alert the user to frequency below 28 Hz for more than 30
potential risks of accidents. It is vital that seconds with an analogue AVR, its AC
you understand and take notice of the power supply must be disconnected.
following warning symbols.

WARNING
WARNING This AVR can be incorporated in a EC-
marked machine.
Warning symbol for an operation capable This manual is to be given to the end
of damaging or destroying the machine user.
or surrounding equipment.

© - We reserve the right to modify the

characteristics of this product at any time in
order to incorporate the latest technological
developments. The information contained in
Warning symbol for general danger to this document may therefore be changed
personnel. without notice.

This document may not be reproduced in

any form without prior authorisation.
All brands and models have been registered
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CONTENTS

1 - GENERAL INFORMATION ................................................................................................4

1.1 - Description.................................................................................................................... 4
1.2 - Characteristic................................................................................................................ 4

2 - POWER SUPPLY................................................................................................................ 5
2.1 - AREP excitation system................................................................................................5
2.2 - PMG excitation system..................................................................................................6
2.3 - SHUNT or separate excitation system...........................................................................7

3 - TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS.....................................................................................8
3.1 - Electrical characteristics................................................................................................8
3.2 - Configurations............................................................................................................... 8
3.3 - U/F and LAM functions................................................................................................12
3.4 - Typical effects of the LAM with a diesel engine with or without a LAM (U/F only)......... 12
3.5 - AVR options ................................................................................................................ 13

4 - INSTALLATION - COMMISSIONING................................................................................14
4.1 - Electrical checks on the AVR.......................................................................................14
4.2 - Setting up.................................................................................................................... 14
4.3 - Electrical faults............................................................................................................ 17

5 - SPARE PARTS.................................................................................................................. 18
5.1 - Designation................................................................................................................. 18
5.2 - Technical support service............................................................................................18

Disposal and recycling instructions

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1 - GENERAL INFORMATION 1.2 - Characteristic

1.1 - Description The connection is realised by “Faston”
connectors and the voltage sensing is
The R450 AVR is supplied in a casing single - phase.
designed to be mounted on a panel with
dampers.
- Operating temperature: - 30°C to + 65° C.
- Storage temperature: - 55°C to + 85°C.
- Shocks on the base: 9 g depending on the
3 axes.
- Vibrations: less than 10 Hz, 2 mm
half-peak amplitude 10 Hz to 100 Hz: 100
mm/s, above 100 Hz: 8 g.

WARNING
The AVR is IP00, it must be incorporated
in an environment which ensures it a
IP20 protection.

140 mm

4 holes Ø 6.5 mm 115 mm

R450 50 Hz EXT FREQ

60 Hz SETTING 50 Hz

P1
60 Hz
Voltage

Rotating switch
VOLT.
ONLY FOR
65Hz

SPECIAL
CONFIG.

EXT.FREQ.
7000 /8000 2

7000 /8000

LAM OFF
LSA 49 / 50

LSA 49 / 50 3
RAPIDE

RAPIDE 3

LAM

LAM
OFF

P2
KNEE

ON
FAST 2

FAST

3 PAHASES SENSING

SERIES

SERIES

- Lam and U/F

1 PHASE SENSING

Stability
SHUNT / AREP

SET.

- Voltage
9
6

78
3PH.

STAB. I EXC
PMG

- Excitation
2

3
3

4 56
90 1

0 0
5

0
50Hz
60Hz

1 1 23
1k

1 5000/6000
0 NORMAL

0 LSA 46 / 47
1 NORMAL

1
NORMAL

NORMAL

3
2
5000/6000
LSA 46 / 47
SERIES

SERIES

MODE 1

MODE 1
MODE 2

MODE 2
LAM

LAM
LAM

LAM
LAM

LAM
OFF

OFF
S1

P3
S2

Excitation
200 mm

175 mm

STAT.

LEDS

Overrun
P4 indications
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FUSIBLES / FUSES

droop
Fuses 10A
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2 - POWER SUPPLY characteristic), the second one has a

Both the SHUNT/AREP & PMG excitation voltage proportional to the stator current
systems are controlled by the AVR. (compound characteristic : Booster effect).
The power supply voltage is rectified and
2.1 - AREP excitation system filtered before being used by the AVR
With AREP excitation, the electronic AVR is monitoring transistor.
powered by two auxiliary windings which This system provides the machine with a
are independent of the voltage sensing short-circuit current capacity of 3 IN for 10 s.
circuit. The rotating switch should be in the AREP
The first winding has a voltage proportional position (see 3.2.3).
to the alternator main voltage (Shunt

STATOR : 6 wires ( T1 to T6)

MAIN FIELD STATOR : 12 wires ( T1 to T12)
AREP SYSTEM Aux. windings
T1 T7 T2 T8 T3 T9
Varistor

Armature
5+ 6-
T4 T10 T5 T11 T6 T12
10 Yellow

9 Green
12 Black

Field
11 Red

R450 50 Hz EXT FREQ

60 Hz SETTING
VOLT.
ONLY FOR
65Hz

SPECIAL
CONFIG.

EXT.FREQ.
7000 /8000 2

7000 /8000

LAM OFF
LSA 49 / 50

LSA 49 / 50 3
RAPIDE

RAPIDE 3

LAM

LAM
OFF
KNEE

ON
FAST 2

FAST

3 PAHASES SENSING

SERIES

SERIES
1 PHASE SENSING
SHUNT / AREP

SET.
9
6

78
3PH.

STAB. I EXC
PMG

2
2

3
3

4 56
90 1

0 0
5

0
50Hz
60Hz

1 1 23
1k

1 5000/6000
0 NORMAL

0 LSA 46 / 47
1 NORMAL

1
NORMAL

NORMAL

3
2
5000/6000
LSA 46 / 47
SERIES

SERIES

MODE 1

MODE 1
MODE 2

MODE 2
LAM

LAM
LAM

LAM
LAM

LAM
OFF

OFF
S1
S2
STAT.

LEDS
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SEE NOTICE
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according to voltage 10 Yellow

11 Red
12 Black
9 Green

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2.2 - PMG excitation system The AVR monitors the alternator output
With PMG excitation, a permanent magnet voltage by adjusting the excitation current.
generator (PMG) added to the alternator The rotating switch should be in the PMG
supplies the AVR with voltage which is position (see 3.2.3).
independent of the main alternator winding.
This system provides the machine with a
short-circuit current capacity of 3 IN for 10 s.

STATOR : 6 wires ( T1 to T6)

MAIN FIELD STATOR : 12 wires ( T1 to T12)
PMG SYSTEM
T1 T7 T2 T8 T3 T9
Armature
Varistor

PMG

Field
5+ 6-
T4 T10 T5 T11 T6 T12

16
R450 50 Hz EXT FREQ
60 Hz SETTING
15
14
VOLT.
ONLY FOR
65Hz

SPECIAL
CONFIG.

EXT.FREQ.
7000 /8000 2

7000 /8000

LAM OFF
LSA 49 / 50

LSA 49 / 50 3
RAPIDE

RAPIDE 3

LAM

LAM
OFF
KNEE

ON
FAST 2

FAST

3 PAHASES SENSING

SERIES

SERIES
1 PHASE SENSING
SHUNT / AREP

SET.
9
6

78
3PH.

STAB. I EXC
PMG

2
2

3
3

4 56
90 1

0 0
5

0
50Hz
60Hz

1 1 23
1k

1 5000/6000
0 NORMAL

0 LSA 46 / 47
1 NORMAL

1
NORMAL

NORMAL

3
2
5000/6000
LSA 46 / 47
SERIES

SERIES

MODE 1

MODE 1
MODE 2

MODE 2
LAM

LAM
LAM

LAM
LAM

LAM
OFF

OFF
S1
S2
STAT.

LEDS
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FUSIBLES / FUSES
SEE NOTICE
VOIR NOTICE

380V 220 110 0V E- E+ Z2 X1 Z1 X2 C US

according to voltage

16
15
14

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2.3 - SHUNT or separate excitation

system
With SHUNT excitation, the AVR is powered
by the main winding (100V to 140V -
50/60 Hz ) by using X1, X2 on the AVR.
The rotating switch should be in the SHUNT/
AREP position (see 3.2.3).

STATOR : 6 wires ( T1 to T6)

MAIN FIELD STATOR : 12 wires ( T1 to T12)
SHUNT SYSTEM
T1 T7 T2 T8 T3 T9
Armature
Varistor

Field
5+ 6-
T4 T10 T5 T11 T6 T12

R450 50 Hz EXT FREQ

60 Hz SETTING
VOLT.
ONLY FOR
65Hz

SPECIAL
CONFIG.

EXT.FREQ.
7000 /8000 2

7000 /8000

LAM OFF
LSA 49 / 50

LSA 49 / 50 3
RAPIDE

RAPIDE 3

LAM

LAM
OFF
KNEE

ON
FAST 2

FAST

3 PAHASES SENSING

SERIES

SERIES
1 PHASE SENSING
SHUNT / AREP

SET.
9
6

78
3PH.

STAB. I EXC
PMG

2
2

3
3

4 56
90 1

0 0
5

0
50Hz
60Hz

1 1 23
1k

1 5000/6000
0 NORMAL

0 LSA 46 / 47
1 NORMAL

1
NORMAL

NORMAL

3
2
5000/6000
LSA 46 / 47
SERIES

SERIES

MODE 1

MODE 1
MODE 2

MODE 2
LAM

LAM
LAM

LAM
LAM

LAM
OFF

OFF
S1
S2
STAT.

LEDS
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SEE NOTICE
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according to voltage

X1
X2

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3 - TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS 3.2.1.2 - Quadrature droop

Quadrature droop adjustment via
3.1 - Electrical characteristics
potentiometer P4 within a range :
- maximum power supply: 150V - 50/60 Hz - from 0 to 8% with a PF=0.8 for 400V
- Rated overload current: 10 A - 10 s applications.
- Electronic protection: - From 0 to 14% with a PF=0.8 for 240V
- In the case of a short-circuit, the excitation applications.
- From 0 to 8% for 110V applications with a
current is reduced to a value less than 1A step-up transformer (ratio of 4) placed on
after 10 s the voltage reference.
- In the event of loss of voltage reference, The potentiometer P4 has a non linear
the excitation current is reduced to a value response. Then, when a 1A secondary CT is
connected the effective range starts from
less than 1A after 1s for AREP/SHUNT, 10 s the the second 1/3 of P4 range and in the
for PMG. case of a 5A secondary CT the effective
- In the event of overexcitation, the current range starts from the first 1/3.
is reduced as indicated in the next diagram When a 5A CT is used, the adjustment range
(see 3.2.1.4). is higher, so P4 must be set to the first 1/4
(anti-clockwise) and then progressively
- Fuses: F1 on X1 and F2 on Z2 10A, 250V. increase it.
- Voltage sensing
• 0-110 V terminals = 95 to 140 V
• 0-220 V terminals = 170 to 260 V WARNING
• 0-380 V terminals = 340 to 528 V
For other voltages, a transformer should be The CT must be connected.
used.
3.2.1.3 - Stability
- Voltage regulation:± 0.5%. Stability adjustment via potentiometer P2.
- Current sensing: (parallel operation): input Selection of rotating switch according to the
S1, S2 intended for 1 C.T. < 2.5 VA cl1, machine type and the response time as
secondary 1 A or 5 A. indicated in paragraph 3.2.3.

3.2 - Configurations 3.2.1.4 - Excitation limitation

Excitation limitation adjustment via
3.2.1 - Settings potentiometer P3 as described below.
3.2.1.1 - Voltage The excitation current limitation threshold in
Voltage adjustment via potentiometer P1 in steady state is set by a potentiometer at
the ranges described in the table below: 110% of the rated value. The adjustment is
For 50 and 60 Hz Max. made by the operator during the on-load test
High range 320V < Un ≤ 530 V at rated power by tuning the potentiometer.
Low range 80 V ≤ Un ≤ 320 V When the excitation current exceeds this
value, a counter is activated at the speed of
one record per second for 90 s. When this
WARNING time is elapsed, the current is reduced to the
value of the rated excitation current. If in the
The allowed adjustment range is ±5%; meantime the excitation current drops
when the setting exceeds these limits, below the threshold value, the counter
please check that it is conform with the counts down at the same speed.
power table.

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Overrun indications:
WARNING
One green LED:
The limitation threshold must be - Lights up when the excitation current is
adjustable between 1 and 5.5 A. The below the continuous operation threshold
genset breaker must be open during the It signals the AVR normal operation.
short circuit. If the genset is restarted in - Turns off when the excitation current ceiling
short circuit, there is a excitation build used to obtain short-circuit operation is
up during 10s again at the maximum reached and when the excitation current is
value. reduced to the shutdown value.
- Flashes when the over excitation counter
Operation between 3 and 6 In when is decrementing.
short-circuited: NB: After an obvious short-circuit, the
The excitation current ceiling during a voltage is limited to 70% of the rated voltage.
short-circuit equals 2.9 times the fixed This avoids overvoltages on machines
threshold when setting the permitted whose no-load excitation current is below
excitation ceiling in continuous operation. the “lower current” threshold (only in AREP).
When the threshold is exceeded for a period
= 10 s the current is reduced to a value
between 0.5 and 0.7 A (shutdown).
In all operating conditions the maximum
excitation current must be limited to
9 A ± 0.5 A.

I exc(A)
Diagram 1
2.9x I threshold 9.5
(Maximum current I exc)
(max. 9.5 A)

P3

I threshold
(1...5.5A)
t(s)
Shutdown Activation of
Activation of
0.5 ~ 0.7 90 s tempo. Decrease of
Activation of 10 s tempo. 10s tempo. elapsed :
90 s tempo.
90 s tempo. shutdown apllication

Red led
Green led

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I exc(A)
Diagram 2
2.9x I threshold (Maximum current I exc)
(max. 9.5 A) 9.5

P3

I threshold
(1...5.5A)
t(s)
Shutdown
Activation of 90 s. tempo elapsed : application
0.5 ~ 0.7 90 s. tempo of permanent limitation

Red led
Green led

One red LED:

- Lights up simultaneously with the green led
when the continuous operation threshold is WARNING
reached for more than 90 s and the excitation If the overload protection is activated, a
current is reduced to the continuous voltage drop possibly exceeding 10% of
operation threshold. It is used to set the the reference voltage will be observed.
excitation current ceiling
- Turns off when the excitation current is less The AVR does not provide undervoltage
than the setting value (< 110% In) protection. The customer will need to
- Flashes when the excitation current is make sure that their installation is
above the continuous operation threshold correctly protected against under-
during less than 90 s. voltages.

During load shedding, an overvoltage is

Green LED stays on, observed, which will disappear in a few
- flashes when the excitation current has seconds.
reached the ceiling in < 10s with PMG
excitation.
- ftays on if Iexc = I Shutdown.

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3.2.2 - Rotating switch selection: LAM 3.2.3 - Rotating switch: excitation type
and U/F and time response
EXT.FREQ. 50Hz LAM
LAM SET.
ON 9
0
1
OFF
LAM
AREP
MODE 1 RAPIDE 3 0 NORMAL
LAM 8 90 1 2 LAM
OFF MODE 2 FAST NORMAL
3
23
78

LAM

0
ONLY FOR 3
7 OFF
4 56
SPECIAL
CONFIG. LAM

1
4
2
KNEE 6
MODE 1 RAPIDE NORMAL
5 LAM
1 NORMAL
65Hz 60Hz
MODE 2 FAST 2
LAM OFF
PMG
- Pos 0: Change in the voltage according to
0: AREP excitation and normal time
the U/F ratio, knee-point position at 48 Hz.
response.
- Pos 1: Change in the voltage according to
the 2U/F, knee-point position at 48 Hz. 3: AREP excitation and fast time response.
- Pos 2: Change in the voltage according to 1: PMG excitation and normal time response.
the self auto-adaptating LAM combined with 2: PMG excitation and fast time response.
2U/F, knee-point position at 48 Hz.
- Pos 3: Change in the voltage according to For SHUNT applications, AREP excitation
the U/F ratio, knee-point position at 58 Hz must be selected.
- Pos 4: Change in the voltage according to
the 2U/F, knee-point position at 58 Hz.
- Pos 5: Change in the voltage according to 3.2.4 - Rotating switch: voltage sensing
the self auto-adaptating LAM combined with
2U/F, knee-point position at 58 Hz. 1 PHASE SENSING
- Pos 6: Change in the voltage according to SERIES
LSA 49 / 50
3
SERIES
0 LSA 46 / 47
the U/F ratio, knee-point position at 65 Hz 7000 /8000 3 5000 /6000
0

(Tractelec application and variable speed

1

SERIES
2 SERIES
above 1800 rpm). LSA 49 / 50 LSA 46 / 47
7000 /8000 2 1 5000 /6000
- Pos 7: Special (not used). ONLY WITH
EXTERNAL R731 MODULE

- Pos 8: Change in the voltage according to 3 PHASES SENSING

the U/F ratio, knee-point position at 48 Hz or 0: Single phase sensing
58 Hz according to selection of the frequency - LSA46 / 47 series.
by an external contact.
- Pos 9: Change in the voltage according to 3: Single phase sensing
LAM 1, knee-point position at 48 Hz or 58 Hz - LSA49 / 50 series.
according to selection of the frequency by
an external contact 1: Three-phase sensing with optional
module R731
- LSA46 / 47 series.
WARNING
2: Three-phase sensing with optional
For Pavers and hydraulic applications, module R731
select positions 0 (50 Hz) or 3 (60 Hz). - LSA49 / 50 series.

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3.3 - U/F and LAM function 3.3.2.2 - Soft voltage recovery function
3.3.1 - Frequency variation compared During load impacts, the function helps the
with voltage (without LAM) genset to return to its rated speed faster with
a gradual increase in voltage according to
Voltage Bend 57.5 Hz
the principle:
48 Hz - If the speed drops between 46 and 50 Hz
100 %
U/UN
(in 50Hz operation), the rated voltage is
50 Hz
60 Hz recovered by following a fast gradient.
- If the speed drops below 46 Hz, since the
engine needs more help, the voltage follows
Frequency a slow gradient as it returns to the reference
50 Hz 60 Hz
Hz value.

3.3.2 - LAM (Load Acceptance Module)

characteristics U

3.3.2.1 - Voltage drop Drop N 46 Hz

The LAM system is integrated in the AVR. As Drop N > 46 Hz

Time
standard it is active. 0
Role of the LAM:
On application of a load, the genset rotation
3.4 - Typical effects of the LAM with a
speed decreases. When it falls below the
preset frequency threshold, the LAM causes diesel engine with or without a LAM
the voltage to drop proportionately to the (U/F only)
frequency (LAM1) or to the active power
(LAM2) depending the the rotating switch 3.4.1 - Voltage
position. This reduces the active load scale Transient voltage drop
applied until the speed returns to its rated UN
value.
Hence the LAM can be used either to reduce 0,9
the speed variation (frequency) and its (U/f)
duration for a given applied load, or to 0,8
with
LAM
without LAM

increase the applied load possible for one Time

speed variation (turbo-charged engine). 0 1s 2s 3s

To avoid voltage oscillations, the trip

threshold for the LAM function should be set 3.4.2 - Frequency
approximately 2 Hz below the rated
frequency. Max. speed drop with
fN LAM

Voltage

Voltage 0,9
UN without
LAM
0,8 Time
U/f
0,85 UN LAM 0 1s 2s 3s

48 or 58 Hz 50 or 60 Hz
0 fC
ST3 fN

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3.4.3 - Power • Equalization of voltages before

paralleling (3 F).
LAM • Possibility of coupling to the mains of
alternators already running in parallel (4F).
Load on the
shaft (kW)

Variation in the load

- R729 module: same as R726 with
Load shedding due to LAM additional functions.
• Detection of a diode fault.
Time
0 1s 2s 3s • 4-20 mA input.
• Possibility of kVAR regulation.

3.5 - AVR options - Voltage control: with an isolated

- Current transformer for parallel opera- D.C. current source applied to the terminals
tion of....../1 A or 5 A according to the po- used for the external potentiometer:
tentiometer P4 position. • Internal impedance 1.5 kΩ.
• A variation of ± 0.5 V corresponds to a
- Voltage transformer (adaptation) voltage adjustment of ± 10%.

- Remote voltage adjustment potentio­

meter.
For a range of variation:
± 5% : 470 Ω
± 10% : 1 kΩ
the power of the potentiometer can be
0.5 W, 2 W or 3 W.

The potentiometer input must be

isolated. Do not connect it to the ground.

- R731 module: 3-phase voltage sensing

200 to 500 V, compatible with parallel
operation in balanced installations.

- R734 module: 3-phase current and

voltage sensing for parallel operation on
unbalanced installations (unbalance >
15%).

- R726 module: regulation system changed

to “4 - function” (see the maintenance
manual and connection diagram).
• PF regulation (2F) .

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4-INSTALLATION-COMMISSIONING
Action Factory setting Pot.
4.1 - Electrical checks on the AVR
Voltage
- Check that all connections have been minimum fully 400 V - 50 Hz
made properly as shown in the attached anti-clockwise P1
wiring diagram.
Not set
- Check the rotating switches selections Stability P2
(centre position)
- frequency,
- type of alternator, Excitation ceiling 10 A
- Factory-sealed maximum P3
- normal position (response time),
- external potentiometer, Voltage quadrature droop
Not set
- rated voltage, (// operation with C.T.)
(fully
- 0 quadrature droop fully P4
- secondary current of the CT used, anti-clockwise anti-clockwise)

- type of excitation.
- R450 optional operating modes
Stability adjustments in standalone
operation
4.2 - Setting up b) Install a D.C. analogue voltmeter (needle
dial) cal. 100 V on terminals F+, F- and an
A.C. voltmeter cal. 300 - 500 or 1000 V on
the alternator output terminals.

c) Check the rotating switch selection.

The various adjustments during tests
must be made by a qualified engineer. It d) Voltage potentiometer P1 at minimum,
fully anti-clockwise.
is essential that the drive speed
specified on the nameplate is reached e) Stability potentiometer P2 around 1/3 in
before commencing adjustment. After from the anti-clockwise stop.
operational testing, replace all access
f) Start the engine and set its speed to a
panels or covers.
frequency of 48 Hz for 50 Hz, or 58 for
60 Hz.
The AVR is used to make any
adjustments to the machine. g) Set the output voltage to the desired
value using P1.
4.2.1 - Setting up the R450 - Rated voltage UN for solo operation
(eg. 400 V)
Before using the AVR, make sure that - Or UN + 2 to 4% for parallel operation with
the rotating switches have been C.T. (eg. 410 V -)
correctly configured with AREP/SHUNT If the voltage oscillates, use P2 to make
or PMG excitation adjustments (try both directions), observing
the voltage between F+ and F- (approx.
10 V D.C.). The best response time is
obtained at the limit of the instability. If no
stable position can be obtained, try selecting
the fast position.

a) Initial potentiometer settings (see table h) Check LAM operation: depending on the
below) rotating switch selection.

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i) Vary the frequency (speed) around 48 or However, for applications requiring an
58 Hz according to the operating frequency, overload protection (see 3.2.1.4), the
and check the change in voltage from that excitation ceiling must be adjusted by using
observed previously (~ 15%). the following procedures in AREP and PMG.
j) Readjust the speed of the genset to its
Method 1 :
rated no-load value.
-Connect the AVR to the alternator
Adjustments in parallel operation -apply load to 110% of rated machine rated
Before starting work on the alternator, make at PF=0.8, the green led is on and the red
sure that the speed droop is identical for all one is off.
engines. -record the excitation current value
-adjust P3 until obtaining the red led flashing,
k) Preset for parallel operation (with C.T. the green one is always on.
connected to S1, S2) -decrease the load to 100% and make sure
- Potentiometer P4 (quadrature droop) in that the red led is off.
1/4 position in the case of 5A CT and at 1/2 - Increase the load at 115%, check that the
position in the case of 1A CT. red LED flashes during 90 seconds and that
Apply the rated load (PF = 0.8 inductive). the excitation current is brought back to the
The voltage should drop by 2 to 3% (400 V). above adjusted value (Iex adjusted).
If it increases, check that neither V and W
nor S1 and S2 have been reversed. Method 2 :
The rated excitation current (see machine
l) The no-load voltages should be identical plate) must be multiplied by 1.1 and the
for all the alternators intended to run in obtained value is used to set the
parallel. potentiometer P3 at the right position.
- Couple the machines in parallel. The following table must be used.
- By adjusting the speed, try to obtain 0 kW Position of P3 I exc (A)
power exchange. 8h 1
- By altering the voltage setting P1 on one of
the machines, try to cancel (or minimise) the 9h 1.55
current circulating between the machines. 10h 1.95
- From now on, do not touch the voltage 11h 2.5 12H
settings.
12h 3.15
m) Apply the available load (the setting is 13h 3.65 8H 16H
only correct if a reactive load is available)
P3
14h 4.25
- By altering the speed, match the kW (or
15h 4.7
divide the rated power of the units
proportionally) 16h 5.15
- By altering the quadrature droop
potentiometer P4, match or divide the NB: In the case of a permanent short-circuit,
currents. the excitation current must reach 2.9 x Iex
adjusted (limited to 9.5A), during 1 second
4.2.2 - Max. excitation adjustment in AREP or 10 seconds in PMG and shuts
(excitation ceiling) down to a value less than 1A.
In standard setting, the potentiometer P3 is
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The exciter is switched off by disconnecting
the AVR power supply (1 wire on each
auxiliary winding) - contact rating 16 A -
250 V A.C.
When the excitation current is set to the Connection is identical for resetting the AVR
rated value, a voltage dip is observed in internal protection.
excitation current limit when the
limitation is activated and the current
limit is reached.

4.2.3 - Special type of use If field weakening is used, provide field

forcing.
WARNING
4.2.3.3 - R450 field forcing
The excitation circuit F+, F- must not be
left open when the machine is running: (400V - 10A) Diode
this will irreparably damage the AVR. X2
Z1 t - +
X1 Battery (B Volt)
4.2.3.1 - R450 (SHUNT) field weakening Z2
E+
X2 E-
Z1 Exciter field winding

X1 Field forcing
B Volt
Z2
t
E+
E- Time

The exciter is switched off by disconnecting Applications B Volt Time t

the AVR power supply (1 wire - X1 or X2)
Guaranteed voltage build-up 12 (1A) 1-2s
Contact rating: 16 A - 250 V A.C.
Parallel operation, de-energized 12 (1A) 1-2s
4.2.3.2 - R450 (AREP/PMG) field Parallel operation, at standstill 12 (1A) 5 - 10 s
weakening
Frequency starting 12 (1A) 5 - 10 s
X2 Sustained voltage on overload 12 (1A) 5 - 10 s
Z1
X1
Z2
E+
E-

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4.3 - Electrical faults

Fault Action Measurements Check/Cause
The alternator builds up and its - Lack of residual magnetism
voltage is still correct when the
battery is removed
No voltage at Connect a new battery The alternator builds up but its - Check the connection of the voltage
no load on of 4 to 12 V to terminals voltage does not reach the rated reference to the AVR
start-up F- and F+, respecting value when the battery is removed - Faulty diodes
the polarity, for 2 to 3 - Armature short-circuit
seconds
The alternator builds up but its - Faulty AVR
voltage disappears when the - Field windings disconnected
battery is removed - Revolving field coil open circuit. Check the
resistance
- Check the AVR connections and settings
(AVR faulty)
Correct speed - Field windings short-circuited
Voltage too Check the drive speed - Rotating diodes burnt out
low - Revolving field coil short-circuited
- Check the resistance
Increase the drive speed
Speed too low (Do not touch the AVR voltage pot. (P1)
before running at the correct speed)

Voltage too Adjust AVR voltage Adjustment ineffective - Faulty AVR

high potentiometer - 1 faulty diode

Voltage Adjust AVR stability If no effect: try normal/fast - Check the speed: possibility of cyclic
oscillations potentiometer recovery modes irregularity
- Loose connections
- Faulty AVR
- Speed too low when on load
(or U/F knee-point set too high)
Voltage between F+ and F- - Check the speed
Voltage Run at no load and AREP/PMG < 10 V (or U/F knee-point set too high)
correct at no check the voltage Voltage between F+ and F- - Faulty rotating diodes
load and too between F+ and F- on AREP/PMG > 15 V - Short-circuit in the revolving field coil.
low when on the AVR Check the resistance
load (*) - Faulty exciter armature
(*) Caution: For single-phase operation, check that the sensing wires coming from the AVR are correctly connected to
the operating terminals.
Voltage Check the AVR, the The voltage does not return to the - Exciter winding open circuit
disappears surge suppressor, the rated value - Faulty exciter armature
during rotating diodes, and - Faulty AVR
operation (**) replace any defective - Revolving field coil open circuit or
components short-circuited
- Overload (see LED)
(**) Caution: Internal protection may be activated (overload, open circuit, short-circuit)

Caution: After operational testing or

troubleshooting, replace all access panels
or covers.

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5 - SPARE PARTS
5.1 - Designation
Description Type Code
Voltage regulator R450 AEM 110 RE 031
(AVR)

5.2 - Technical support service

Our technical support service will be
pleased to provide any additional
information you may require.

For all spare parts orders or technical

support requests, send your request to
[email protected] or your
closest contact, whom you will find at
www.lrsm.co/support indicating the type
and the code number of the AVR.

To ensure that our products operate correctly

and safely, we recommend the use of
original manufacturer spare parts.

In the event of failure to comply with this

advice, the manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for any damage.

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Disposal and recycling instructions
We are committed limiting the
environmental impact of our activity. We
continuously monitor our production
processes, material sourcing and products
design to improve recyclability and minimise
our environmental footprint.
These instructions are for information
purposes only. It is the user’s responsibility
to comply with local legislation regarding
product disposal and recycling.

Waste & hazardous materials

The following components and materials
require special treatment and must be
separated from the alternator before the
recycling process:
- electronic materials found in the terminal
box, including the automatic voltage
regulator (198), current transformers (176),
interference suppression module (199) and
other semi-conductors.
- diode bridge (343) and surge suppressor
(347), found on the alternator rotor.
- major plastic components, such as the
terminal box structure on some products.
These components are usually marked with
information concerning the type of plastic.

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Our worldwide service network of over 80 facilities is at your service.

This local presence is our guarantee for fast and efficient repair, support and
maintenance services.
Trust your alternator maintenance and support to electric power generation experts.
Our field personnel are 100% qualified and fully trained to operate in all environments
and on all machine types.
We have a deep understanding of alternator operation, providing the best value
service to optimise your cost of ownership.
Where we can help:
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