The PCC PowerCommand 3100 is a generator-set controller. It is used on generator sets from Cummins/Onan, including the DQAD, DQAE, DQAF and LS-15M.
| Code | Meaning | Cause | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 101 | Engine continues to operate at reduced RPM. | ||
| 101 | IDLE MODE | ||
| 101 | IDLE MODE Warning | ||
| 102 | EMERGENCY STOP | To reset the local/remote Emergency Stop button: Pull the button out. Move the Run/Off/Auto switch to Off. Press the Reset switch. Select Run or Auto, as required. | |
| 102 | EMERGENCY STOP Shutdown | ||
| 102 | Engine shuts down and will not crank. | To reset the local Emergency Stop button : Pull the button out. Move the Run/Off/Auto switch to Off. Press the Reset switch. Select Run or Auto, as required. | |
| 200 | LOW OIL PRESSURE | If generator is powering critical loads and cannot be shut down, wait until next shutdown period and then follow 201-SHUTDOWN procedure. To check oil pressure, access the Oil Pressure menu prior to clearing the fault. | |
| 200 | LOW OIL PRESSURE Warning | ||
| 201 | LOW OIL PRESSURE Shutdown | ||
| 201 | LOW OIL PRESSURE Shutdown lamp lights. MESSAGE: LOW OIL PRESSURE 201 − SHUTDOWN | Engine oil pressure has dropped below the shutdown trip point. | Check oil level, lines and filters. If oil system is OK but oil level is low, replenish. Reset control and restart. Oil pressure limits are listed in Specifications. Contact an authorized service center. |
| 204 | OIL PRES SENDER | Check that the engine oil pressure sender is properly connected. | |
| 204 | OIL PRES SENDER Warning | ||
| 204 | OIL PRES SENDER Warning lamp lights. MESSAGE: OIL PRES SENDER 204 − WARNING | Check that the engine oil pressure sender is properly connected. Contact an authorized service center. | |
| 210 | LOW COOLANT TEMP | Set 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. | |
| 210 | LOW COOLANT TEMP Warning | ||
| 210 | LOW COOLANT TEMP Warning lamp lights. MESSAGE: LOW COOLANT TEMP 210 − WARNING | 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. | |
| 211 | HIGH COOLANT TEMP | Indicates engine has begun to overheat and coolant temperature has risen to an unacceptable level: (215° F − standby / 207° F − 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 the next procedure. To check coolant temperature, access Coolant Temp menu prior to clearing the fault. | |
| 211 | HIGH COOLANT TEMP Warning | ||
| 211 | HIGH COOLANT TEMP Warning lamp lights. MESSAGE: HIGH COOLANT TEMP 211 − WARNING | Indicates engine has begun to overheat and coolant temperature has risen to an unacceptable level: | |
| 212 | HIGH COOLANT TEMP Shutdown | ||
| 212 | HIGH COOLANT TEMP Shutdown lamp lights. MESSAGE: HIGH COOLANT TEMP 212 − SHUTDOWN | Indicates engine has overheated (coolant temperature has risen above the shutdown trip point: 223 F − standby / 215 F − primary) or the coolant level is low. Allow engine to cool down completely before proceeding with the following checks: a. Check coolant level and replenish if low. Look for coolant leakage and repair if necessary. b. Check for obstructions to cooling airflow and correct as necessary. c. Check fan belt and repair or tighten if necessary. d. Reset control and restart after locating and correcting problem. Contact an authorized service center if none of the above. | |
| 212 | Shutdown 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. |
| 213 | COOLANT SENDER | ||
| 213 | COOLANT SENDER Warning | ||
| 213 | ENG COOLANT SENDER Warning lamp lights. MESSAGE: ENG COOLANT SENDER 213 − WARNING | Indicates that the resistance of the coolant temperature sender is out of range. Contact an authorized service center. | |
| 214 | LOW COOLANT LVL | ||
| 214 | LOW COOLANT LVL Shutdown or Warning lamp lights. MESSAGE: LOW COOLANT LVL 214 − WARNING or LOW COOLANT LVL 215 − SHUTDOWN | Indicates engine coolant level has fallen below the trip point. Allow engine to cool down completely before proceeding. 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. | |
| 214 | LOW COOLANT LVL Warning | ||
| 215 | LOW COOLANT LVL Shutdown | ||
| 220 | MAG PICKUP | ||
| 220 | MAG PICKUP Shutdown | ||
| 220 | MAG PICKUP 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 | FAIL TO CRANK | ||
| 221 | FAIL TO CRANK Shutdown lamp lights. Engine will not crank. MESSAGE: FAIL TO CRANK 221 − SHUTDOWN | Indicates possible fault with control or starting system. Check for the following conditions: 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 | OVERCRANK | ||
| 222 | OVERCRANK Shutdown lamp lights. Engine stops cranking. MESSAGE: OVERCRANK 222 − SHUTDOWN | Indicates 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. Contact an authorized service center if none of the above. | |
| 223 | OVERSPEED | ||
| 223 | OVERSPEED Shutdown lamp lights. Engine runs and then shuts down, MESSAGE: OVERSPEED 223 − SHUTDOWN | Indicates engine has exceeded normal operating speed. (2070 rpm @ 60 Hz; 180 | |
| 230 | LOW DC VOLTAGE | ||
| 231 | HIGH DC VOLTAGE | ||
| 232 | WEAK BATTERY | ||
| 240 | LOW FUEL − DAY | ||
| 241 | LOW FUEL | ||
| 250 | EEPROM ERROR | ||
| 260 | CUSTOMER FAULT 1* | ||
| 260 | Warning lamp lights. MESSAGE: CUSTOMER FAULT 1 260 − WARNING or GROUND FAULT | ||
| 260 | Warning/Shutdown | ||
| 261 | GROUND FAULT* | ||
| 261 | Warning lamp lights. MESSAGE: CUSTOMER FAULT 1 261 − WARNING | ||
| 262 | CM570/ENGINE | ||
| 262 | Shutdown or Warning lamp lights. MESSAGE: CM570/ENGINE 262 − WARNING | ||
| 263 | Shutdown or Warning lamp lights. MESSAGE: CM570/ENGINE 263 − SHUTDOWN | ||
| 301 | HIGH AC VOLTAGE | ||
| 301 | Shutdown lamp lights. MESSAGE: HIGH AC VOLTAGE 301 − SHUTDOWN | ||
| 303 | LOW AC VOLTAGE | ||
| 303 | Shutdown lamp lights. MESSAGE: LOW AC VOLTAGE 303 − SHUTDOWN | ||
| 313 | Shutdown lamp lights. MESSAGE: UNDER FREQUENCY 313 − SHUTDOWN | ||
| 313 | UNDER FREQUENCY | ||
| 320 | OVERCURRENT | ||
| 320 | Warning lamp lights. MESSAGE: OVERCURRENT 320 − WARNING |
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.