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PCC 3100 (PCC) Controller

The PCC 3100 (PCC) is a generator-set controller. It is used on generator sets from Cummins/Onan, including the 3100 Series, LS-15M and PCC Control 3100 Series.

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Generator sets
Cummins/Onan
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Generator sets using this controller

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Cummins/Onan 3100 SeriesCummins/Onan LS-15MCummins/Onan PCC Control 3100 Series

Troubleshooting

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Fault codes

CodeMeaningCauseRemedy
-23HIGH COOLANT TEMP
101IDLE MODE Warning
102EMERGENCY STOPTo reset the local/remote Emergency Stop button: Turn the switch clockwise and allow it to pop out (local only). Move the Run/Off/Auto switch to Off. Press the Reset switch. Select Run or Auto, as required.
102EMERGENCY STOP Shutdown
200LOW OIL PRESSURETo check oil pressure, access the Oil Pressure menu prior to clearing the fault.
200LOW OIL PRESSURE Warning
201LOW OIL PRESSURE Shutdown
204OIL PRES SENDER
204OIL PRES SENDER Warning
210LOW COOLANT TEMP
210LOW COOLANT TEMP Warning
210Warning lamp lights. MESSAGE: LOW COOLANT TEMPSet 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 40°F (4°C), Low Coolant 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. Open heater element. Check current draw of heater.
211HIGH COOLANT TEMPIndicates the engine coolant temperature is getting close to the recommended maximum temperature limit: 215° F (102° C) − standby or 207° F (97° C) − primary. If generator is powering non-critical and critical loads and cannot be shut down, use the following: a. Reduce load if possible by turning off non-critical loads. b. Check air inlets and outlets and remove any obstructions to airflow. If engine can be stopped, follow HIGH COOLANT TEMP 212 − SHUTDOWN procedure. To check coolant temperature, access the coolant temperature menu prior to clearing the fault.
211HIGH COOLANT TEMP Warning
211Warning lamp lights. MESSAGE: HIGH COOLANT TEMPIndicates the engine coolant temperature is getting close to the recommended maximum temperature limit: 215° F (102° C) – standby or 207° F (97° C) – prime. If generator is powering non-critical and critical loads and cannot be shut down, use the following: a. Reduce load if possible by turning off non-critical loads. b. Check air inlets and outlets and remove any obstructions to airflow. If engine can be stopped, follow HIGH COOLANT TEMP 212 – SHUT-DOWN procedure. To check coolant temperature, access the coolant temperature menu prior to clearing the fault.
212HIGH COOLANT TEMP Shutdown
212Shutdown lamp lights.Engine has overheated (coolant temperature has risen above the shutdown trip point: 215°F (102°C) - standby or 207°F (97°C) - primary.A. Check for obstructions to cooling airflow and correct as necessary. b. Check fan belt and repair or tighten if necessary. c. Check coolant mixture. d. Check blower fan and circulation pumps on remote radiator installations. e. Reset control and restart after locating and correcting problem.
212Shutdown lamp lights. MESSAGE: HIGH COOLANT TEMPIndicates engine has overheated (coolant temperature has risen above the shutdown trip point: 223° F (106° C) – standby or 215° F (102° C) – prime. Allow engine to cool down completely before proceeding with the following checks: a. Check for obstructions to cooling airflow and correct as necessary. b. Check fan belt and repair or tighten if necessary. c. Check coolant mixture. d. Check blower fan and circulation pumps on remote radiator installations. e. Reset control and restart after locating and correcting problem.
213COOLANT SENDER
213COOLANT SENDER Warning
213Warning lamp lights. MESSAGE: COOLANT SENDERIndicates that the resistance of the coolant temperature sender is out of range. Check the resistance of the sender. Resistance should be 500 to 2k ohms.
214LOW COOLANT LVL
214LOW COOLANT LVL Warning
214, 215Shutdown lamp lights. MESSAGE: LOW COOLANT LVL or LOW COOLANT LVLIndicates engine coolant level has fallen below the trip point. Allow engine to cool down completely before proceeding. a. Check coolant level in both radiator and coolant recovery bottle and replenish if low. Look for possible coolant leakage points and repair if necessary. b. If radiator level is low and coolant bottle level is correct, defective coolant bottle hose or radiator cap. c. Reset control and restart after locating and correcting problem. LOW COOLANT LVL Shutdown will not occur if genset is in Idle mode (low coolant warning only).
215LOW COOLANT LVL Shutdown
220MAG PICKUP
220MAG PICKUP Shutdown
220Shutdown lamp lights. MESSAGE: MAG PICKUPIndicates 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.
221FAIL TO CRANK
221Shutdown lamp lights. Engine stops cranking. MESSAGE: FAIL TO CRANKIndicates possible fault with control or starting system. Check for the following conditions: a. Check fuse F3 on the Engine Interface board. b. Poor battery cable connections. Clean the battery cable terminals and tighten all connections. c. Discharged or defective battery. Recharge or replace the battery.
222Engine runs and then shuts down. Shutdown lamp lights. MESSAGE: OVERCRANKIndicates possible fuel system problem. 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.
222OVERCRANK
223Engine runs and then shuts down. Shutdown lamp lights. MESSAGE: OVERSPEEDIndicates engine has exceeded normal operating speed. (115% ±1% of nominal). 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.
223OVERSPEED
230LOW DC VOLTAGE
230Warning lamp lights. MESSAGE: LOW DC VOLTAGEIndicates battery voltage is below 10 VDC. 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. Check engine DC alternator. Replace engine DC alternator if normal battery charging voltage is not obtained. d. Check battery charge voltage float level if applicable (raise float level).
231HIGH DC VOLTAGE
231Warning lamp lights. MESSAGE: HIGH DC VOLTAGEIndicates battery voltage is above 14.5 VDC.
232WEAK BATTERY
240LOW FUEL – DAY
241LOW FUEL
250EEPROM ERROR
260CUSTOMER FAULT 1*
260Warning/Shutdown
261GROUND FAULT*
262RUPTURE BASIN*
263HIGH GEN TEMP*
301HIGH AC VOLTAGE
303LOW AC VOLTAGE
313UNDER FREQUENCY
320OVERCURRENT
322SHORT CIRCUIT
330OVERLOAD
335REVERSE POWER
GROUND FAULTWarning lamp lights. MESSAGE: CUSTOMER FAULT 1 260 − WARNING or GROUND FAULT
HIGH GEN TEMPWarning lamp lights. MESSAGE: CUSTOMTER FAULT 1 263 − WARNING or HIGH GEN TEMP
RUPTURE BASINWarning lamp lights. MESSAGE: CUSTOMTER FAULT 1 262 − WARNING or RUPTURE BASIN
SHUTDOWNShutdown lamp lights. MESSAGE: HIGH AC VOLTAGE 301 − SHUTDOWN Indicates that one or more of the phase voltages has exceeded 130% of nominal, or has exceeded 110% of nominal for 10 seconds.
SHUTDOWNShutdown lamp lights. MESSAGE: LOW AC VOLTAGE 303 − SHUTDOWN Indicates that one or more of the phase voltages has dropped below 85% of nominal for 10 seconds.
SHUTDOWNShutdown lamp lights. MESSAGE: OVERCURRENT 321 − SHUTDOWN Indicates that generator output current has exceeded 110% of rated, and that a PCC time/current calculation has initiated an overcurrent shutdown.Check load and load lead connections.

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.