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Nexus Controller

The Nexus is a generator-set controller. It is used on generator sets from Generac and Nexus, including the Not explicitly stated, QT 130, QT017 and QT022.

42
Generator sets
2
Brands
9–150 kW
Power range
2
Fuel types

Generator sets using this controller

42

Used across brands: Generac, Nexus

Also fitted to: Generac 005873-1, Generac 005875-1, Generac 005885-1, Generac 005886-1, Generac 005887-1, Generac 006053-1, Generac 10 KW, Generac 6 kW, Generac 8-20 kW.

Troubleshooting

45

Fault codes

CodeMeaningCauseRemedy
0Utility failureCrank and start engine, transfer load to Generator if Utility returns above 75% nominal for 15 seconds
000001DANGER
1100Condition - Engine Cranks but will not Start (5 crank attempts)Unit turns over but will not start. Controller is receiving signal on Wire 18.Problem 17
1200Prolonged (60 Hz on a 50 Hz unit, 72Hz on 60Hz unit) OverspeedOverspeed for 3 seconds. Possible cause: Stepper motor/mixer body assembly issue.Test 12
1205Instantaneous (62 Hz on a 50 Hz unit, 75Hz on 60Hz unit) OverspeedOverspeed for 0.1 second (100 milliseconds). Possible cause: Stepper motor/mixer body assembly issue.Test 12
1300Occurred while runningCheck oil level and pressure. Test 61
1400Condition - Air Flow Impeded / Flow IssueCheck the inlet/outlet for debris. Check temperature sensor and wiring. Test 62
1501RPM Sensor ALARM
1501Twin Cylinder+RunningTwin Cylinder Running faults to RPM Sensor Loss. Possible Causes: air pocket in fuel line, dirty fuel, missing ignition pulse (loss of one of the primary coils).Test 50 and Test 64
1505Twin Cylinder+CrankingTwin Cylinder Cranking faults to RPM sensor loss Possible Cause: starter motor issue, missing ignition pulse (loss of one of the primary coils). If engine cranks, Test 64. If engine does not crank, Problem 15.
1511Single Cylinder+RunningSingle Cylinder Running RPM sensor loss Possible Causes: air pocket in fuel line, dirty fuel. Loss of ignition pulse.Test 50 and Test 64
1515Single Cylinder+CrankingSingle Cylinder Cranking faults to RPM sensor loss Possible Causes: starter motor issue, missing ignition pulse (loss of one of the primary coils). If engine cranks, Test 64. If engine does not crank, Problem 15.
1900Prolonged Over-Voltage Undervoltage
1901Instantaneous Undervoltage
1902Undervoltage
2099Wiring Error ALARM
2100Stepper Overcurrent ALARM
2102Overloaded ALARM
2399Overload Remove Load ALARM
Battery is DeadProblem 22 – Battery is DeadTest 45 – Check Battery and Cables
Evolution E-Code 2400Engine Will Not Crank When Utility Power Source FailsTest 44 – Check 7.5 Amp Fuse Evolution Alarm Code 2400
Evolution Fault codes 1800 - 1803 and 2101Generator Shuts Down for Over Voltage
Evolution Fault codes 1800 - 1803 and 2101Generator Shuts Down for Overload / Over Voltage
Evolution Fault codes 1900 - 1906Generator Shuts Down for Under Voltage
FuelSys006Fuel System Fault
Generator Will Not ExerciseProblem 20 – Generator Will Not ExerciseTest 45 – Check Battery and Cables
No Low Speed ExerciseProblem 21 – No Low Speed Exercise
Problem 18Shutdown Alarm/Fault Occurred

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
AUTO/OFF/MANUAL Switch at OFF, engine continues to run.Defective AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch; Open/disconnected wire #15A between AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch and Control Module circuit board; Defective Control Module circuit board1. Replace switch; 2. Reconnect/close wire; 3. Replace board
Engine cranks but won't start.Out of fuel; Fuel solenoid (FS) is defective; Open Wire #14A from Engine Control circuit board; Spark plugs defective; Door on tank not closed1. Replenish fuel; 2. Replace solenoid; 3. Reconnect wire; 4. Clean, regap or replace plugs; 5. Close door on tank
Engine speed and frequency drop excessively under loadEngine may be underpowered; result of dirty air cleaner, loss of engine compression, faulty fuel settings, or incorrect ignition timingRefer to Section 4.5 Diagnostic Tests for repair procedures
Engine starts hard, runs rough.Flame arrestor (air cleaner) plugged or damaged; Plugged fuel line; Defective spark plugs; Fuel pressure incorrect1. Clean or replace as needed; 2. Unclog fuel line; 3. Clean, regap or replace plugs; 4. Confirm fuel pressure to regulator is as recommended in SPECIFICATIONS
Engine starts then shuts down.Engine oil level is low; Engine is overheated; Defective Low Oil Pressure Switch; Defective Coolant Temperature Switch; Defective Control Module circuit board; Coolant Level is Low; Defective Low Coolant Level Switch1. Check oil and add oil as needed; 2. Check cooling system for leaks; 3. Replace switch; 4. Replace switch; 5. Replace board; 6. Repair leak - Add coolant; 7. Replace Switch
Engine won’t crank.15 amp fuse blown; Loose or corroded or defective battery cables; Defective starter contactor; Defective starter motor; Dead or Defective Battery; 5 amp fuse blown1. Replace fuse; 2. Tighten, clean or replace battery cables as necessary; 3. Replace contactor; 4. Replace starter motor; 5. Remove, change or replace battery
Generator Produces High VoltageTEST 1 - CHECK AC OUTPUT VOLTAGE, HIGH -> TEST 11 - CHECK AC OUTPUT FREQUENCY, HIGH -> TEST 12 - CHECK STEPPER MOTOR CONTROL, REFER TO PROBLEM 1, TEST 3 - CALIBRATE VOLTAGE, VOLTAGE OUTPUT AT BREAKER IS BELOW 220 OR ABOVE 270 VOLTS -> VOLTAGE OUTPUT AT BREAKER IS BETWEEN 220-270 VAC -> FREQUENCY O.K., BUT VOLTAGE INCORRECT -> FREQUENCY AND VOLTAGE O.K. -> STOP TESTS
Generator Produces High Voltage at No-LoadTEST 14 - CHECK AC OUTPUT FREQUENCY TEST 16 - CHECK STEPPER MOTOR CONTROL TEST 2 - CHECK AC OUTPUT VOLTAGE
Generator Produces Low Voltage at No-LoadTEST 14 - CHECK AC OUTPUT FREQUENCY TEST 16 - CHECK STEPPER MOTOR CONTROL TEST 2 - CHECK AC OUTPUT VOLTAGE
Generator Produces Zero Voltage or Residual VoltageTEST 1 - CHECK MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER TEST 4 - PERFORM FIXED EXCITATION / ROTOR AMP DRAW PERFORM STATOR INSULATION RESISTANCE TEST - SECTION 1.4 PERFORM ROTOR INSULATION RESISTANCE TEST - SECTION 1.4 TEST 7 - TEST STATOR TEST 5 - WIRE CONTINUITY TEST 6 - FIELD BOOST TEST 11 - CHECK ROTOR RESISTANCE CHECK VOM FUSES TEST 12 - CHECK BRUSHES & SLIP RINGS TEST 13 - TEST ROTOR ASSEMBLY REPAIR OR REPLACE FUSES
Generator Shuts Down for Under VoltagePerform FBCT, Preliminary Output Voltage Test (if Evolution non-Synergy with Firmware v1.12 or higher), TEST 4 - Fixed Excitation / Rotor Amp Draw, RE-TEST, REPLACE CONTROLLER if necessary, CHECK DMM FUSES, TEST 5 - SENSING CIRCUIT WIRES 11 AND 44, BAD -> TEST 6 - EXCITATION WINDING CIRCUIT 2 AND 6, BAD -> TEST 8 - RESISTANCE CHECK OF ROTOR CIRCUIT, GOOD -> TEST 7 - TEST STATOR, BAD -> PERFORM STATOR INSULATION RESISTANCE, REPLACE STATOR ONLY if necessary, TEST 10 - TEST ROTOR ASSEMBLY, BAD -> REPLACE ROTOR AND STATOR, BAD -> REPAIR OR REPLACE, BAD -> ROTOR CIRCUIT FAILURE, TEST 9 - CHECK BRUSHES & SLIP RINGS, GOOD -> BAD -> TEST 10 - TEST ROTOR ASSEMBLY, GOOD -> TEST 7 - TEST STATOR, BAD -> REPLACE ROTOR ONLY, BAD -> REPLACE ROTOR AND STATOR, PERFORM ROTOR INSULATION RESISTANCE TEST
High Temperature ALARMCheck the inlet/outlet for debris. Check temperature sensor and wiring.
Low Oil Pressure ALARMOccurred while running The default Extended alarm for low oil pressure. Check oil level and pressure.
No AC output from generator.Check main line circuit breaker; Check circuit breaker & fuses; Transfer switch set to NORMAL position; Generator internal failure; Thermal circuit breaker open1. Reset to ON or CLOSED; 2. Reset and replace, if necessary; 3. Set to GENERATOR position; 4. *; 5. Auto-reset - Wait 5 min. and attempt restart
Overspeed ALARMProlonged (60 Hz on a 50 Hz unit, 72Hz on 60Hz unit) Over specified Hz for 3 seconds. Possible cause: Stepper motor/mixer body assembly issue.
Unstable Voltage or Incorrect Output Which is Not Triggering a ShutdownTEST 1 - CHECK AC OUTPUT VOLTAGE, ERRATIC -> PROCEED TO PROBLEM 3
Voltage and Frequency Drop Excessively When Loads Are AppliedTEST 14 - CHECK VOLTAGE AND FREQUENCY UNDER LOAD, BOTH LOW -> TEST 15 - CHECK FOR OVERLOAD CONDITION, NOT OVERLOADED -> GOOD -> IF RECONFIGURED TO LP GAS, VERIFY THAT PROPER PROCEDURE WAS FOLLOWED (REFER TO INSTALLATION MANUAL), GOOD -> OVERLOADED -> DISCONTINUE TESTING, REDUCE LOADS TO UNIT’S RATED CAPACITY, TEST 12 - CHECK STEPPER MOTOR CONTROL, GOOD -> BAD -> REPAIR OR REPLACE, LOOK FOR A SHORTED CONDITION IN A CONNECTED LOAD OR IN ONE OF THE LOAD CIRCUITS, GOOD -> TEST 7 - CHECK STATOR AC POWER WINDINGS, ENGINE CONDITION GOOD -> REPAIR OR REPLACE, BAD -> TEST 16 - CHECK ENGINE CONDITION, GOOD -> GO TO “PROBLEM 18 - ENGINE STARTS HARD AND RUNS ROUGH/LACKS POWER” SECTION 4.3

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.