The Cascade is a generator-set controller. It is used on generator sets from Cummins/Onan, including the DFHA, DFHC, DFHD and DFJD.
| Code | Meaning | Cause | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 101 | Engine continues to operate at reduced RPM. | ||
| 102 | Engine shuts down and will not crank. | Indicates local or remote Emergency Stop. To reset the local Emergency Stop button : Pull the button out or turn the switch clockwise (button with arrow) and allow it to pop out. Move the Run/Off/Auto switch to Off. Press the Reset switch. Select Run or Auto, as required. | |
| 1123 | A shutdown occurs immediately after moving the customer installed Battle Short switch to OFF with an active but overridden shutdown fault or a shutdown fault that was overridden at any time. | ||
| 1124 | Delayed Shutdown | ||
| 1131 | Battle Short mode is enabled. | ||
| 121 | Speed Signal Lost fault. | ||
| 1244 | Engine Normal Shutdown | ||
| 1311 | Customer Inputs #1 | ||
| 1311 through 1318 | Customer Defined Fault | ||
| 1312 | Customer Inputs #2 | ||
| 1317 | Customer Inputs #3 | ||
| 1318 | Customer Inputs #4 | ||
| 1334 | Crit Scaler OR | ||
| 1335 | Non-Crit Scaler OR | ||
| 135 | Oil Pressure Sensor High | ||
| 141 | Oil Pressure Sensor Low | ||
| 1416 | An overridden shutdown fault occurs, but the genset does not shut down. | ||
| 1416 | FAIL TO SHUTDOWN | Status ï indicates that the “Fault Bypass” mode is enabled. This mode is primarily used by service personnel for troubleshooting purposes. | |
| 1417 | POWER DOWN ERROR | Possible drain on battery. Contact an authorized service center for service. | |
| 1417 | Power Down Failure | ||
| 143 | Pre-Low Oil Pressure Sensor | ||
| 1433 | Emergency Stop fault. | ||
| 1433 / 1434 | EMERGENCY STOP ï LOCAL / EMERGENCY STOP ï REMOTE | To reset the local/remote Emergency Stop button: Pull the button out. Move the O/Manual/Auto switch to O (off). Press the front panel Fault Acknowledge button. Select Manual or Auto, as required. | |
| 1434 | Remote Emergency Stop fault. | ||
| 1435 | Low Coolant Temperature | ||
| 1438 | FAIL TO CRANK | A. Poor battery cable connections. Clean the battery cable terminals and tighten all connections. b. Discharged or defective battery. Recharge or replace the battery. | |
| 1438 | Fail to Crank | ||
| 1439 | FUEL LEVEL LOW IN DAY | Check fuel supply and replenish as required. | |
| 144 | Coolant Temperature Sensor High | ||
| 1442 | Weak Battery | ||
| 1443 | Battery Failed | ||
| 1444 | KW Overload | ||
| 1445 | Short Circuit | ||
| 1446 | High AC Voltage | ||
| 1447 | Low AC Voltage | ||
| 1448 | Under Frequency | ||
| 1449 | Over Frequency | ||
| 145 | Coolant Temperature Sensor Low | ||
| 146 | Pre-High Cool Temp | ||
| 1461 | Loss of Field | ||
| 1466 | Modem Failure | ||
| 1468 | Network Error | ||
| 1469 | Speed/Hz Match | ||
| 1471 | Over Current | ||
| 1472 | Over Current | ||
| 151 | High Coolant Temp | ||
| 197 | Low Coolant Level | ||
| 200 | Shutdown lamp lights. | Indicates engine oil pressure has dropped to an unacceptable level. If generator is powering critical loads and cannot be shut down, wait until next shutdown period then follow 201 Low Oil Pressure procedure. If engine can be stopped, follow 201 procedure. To check oil pressure, access Oil Pressure menu prior to clearing the fault. | |
| 210 | Warning lamp lights. | Indicates set is in standby mode but is not operating. Warning occurs when engine coolant temperature is 70 F (21 C) or lower. NOTE: In applications where the ambient temperature falls below 40F (4C), Low Engine Temp may be indicated even though the coolant heaters are operating. Indicates engine coolant heater is not operating or is not circulating coolant. Check for the following conditions: a. Coolant heater not connected to power supply. Check for blown fuse or disconnected heater cord and correct as required. b. Check for low coolant level and replenish if required. Look for possible coolant leakage points and repair as required. c. Contact an authorized service center if none of the above. | |
| 220 | Indicates engine coolant level has fallen below the trip point. Shutdown lamp lights. | A. Check coolant level and replenish if low. Look for possible coolant leakage points and repair if necessary. b. Reset control and restart after locating and correcting problem. Contact an authorized service center. | |
| 220 | Shutdown lamp lights. MESSAGE: MAG PICKUP 220 − SHUTDOWN | Indicates mag pickup speed indication is not being sensed or does not match generator set output frequency. | A. Restart and check RPM on the digital display. b. Contact an authorized service center. |
| 221 | Engine will not crank. Shutdown lamp lights. | A. Poor battery cable connections. Clean the battery cable terminals and tighten all connections. b. Discharged or defective battery. Recharge or replace the battery. c. Contact an authorized service center for service of starter and starting system. | |
| 221 | Shutdown lamp lights. MESSAGE: FAIL TO CRANK 221 − SHUTDOWN | A. Poor battery cable connections. Clean the battery cable terminals and tighten all connections. b. Discharged or defective battery. Recharge or replace the battery. c. Contact an authorized service center for service of starter and starting system. | |
| 222 | Engine stops cranking. Shutdown lamp lights. | A. Check for empty fuel tank, fuel leaks, or plugged fuel lines and correct as required. b. Check for dirty fuel filter and replace if necessary. c. Check for dirty or plugged air filter and replace if necessary. d. Reset the control and restart after correcting the problem. Contact an authorized service center if none of the above. | |
| 222 | Shutdown lamp lights. Engine will not crank. MESSAGE: OVERCRANK 222 − SHUTDOWN | A. Check for empty fuel tank, fuel leaks, or plugged fuel lines and correct as required. b. Check for dirty fuel filter and replace if necessary. c. Check for dirty or plugged air filter and replace if necessary. d. Reset the control and restart after correcting the problem. Contact an authorized service center if none of the above. | |
| 223 | Engine runs and then shuts down. Shutdown lamp lights. | Contact an authorized service center. | |
| 223 | Shutdown lamp lights. Engine runs and then shuts down. MESSAGE: OVERSPEED 223 − SHUTDOWN | Contact an authorized service center. | |
| 230 | Battery voltage is below 24 VDC. Warning lamp lights. | A. Discharged or defective battery. Check the battery charger fuse. b. Poor battery cable connections. Clean the battery cable terminals and tighten all connections. c. Contact an authorized service center if none of the above. | |
| 230 | Warning lamp lights. MESSAGE: LOW DC VOLTAGE 230 − WARNING | A. Discharged or defective battery. Check the battery charger fuse. Recharge or replace the battery. b. Poor battery cable connections. Clean the battery cable terminals and tighten all connections. c. Contact an authorized service center if none of the above. | |
| 231 | Battery voltage exceeds 32 VDC. Warning lamp lights. | Contact an authorized service center. |
Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this controller’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing. Aggregated from the service documentation of generator sets built on this controller.