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PowerCommand digital electronic Controller

The PowerCommand digital electronic is a generator-set controller. It is used on generator sets from Cummins/Onan, including the DFHD 50 Hz, DGEA 60 Hz Diesel Generator Set, DGFC and GFBC.

12
Generator sets
Cummins/Onan
Brand
125–880 kW
Power range
2
Fuel types

Troubleshooting

60

Fault codes

CodeMeaningCauseRemedy
1122Rated/Idle Trans
1123Shutdown After BS
1123Shutdown After Battle ShortMoving 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.
1124Delayed Shutdown
1131Battle Sh Active
1131Battle Sh Active — Warning status indicator is lit.Battle Short mode is enabled.
121Speed Signal Lost
121Speed Signal Lost — Battle Short is suspended and a shutdown occurs immediately.
1244Engine Normal Shutdown
1311Customer Input #1The nature of the fault is an optional customer selection; example inputs: Low Fuel Day Tank, Water In Fuel, Ground Fault, Low Starting Hydraulic Pressure, Low Starting Air Pressure, etc.Program using service tool: enable/disable input (Default: enable); Status, Warning or Shutdown (Default: #1−None, #2 thru #4−Warning); Active closed or open (Default: closed [ground]); change display name using up to 19 characters (Default: #1− Customer Fault 1, #2−Ground Fault, #3−Low Fuel, #4−Rupture Basin Fault).
1311Customer Input #1 — The nature of the fault is an optional customer selection. Example inputs: Low Fuel Day Tank, Water In Fuel, Ground Fault, Low Starting Hydraulic Pressure, Low Starting Air Pressure, etc.Each of the fault functions can be programmed (using service tool), as follows: enable/disable input (Default: enable); status, warning or shutdown (Default: #1−None, #2 thru #4−Warning); active closed or open (Default: closed [ground]); change display name using up to 19 characters (Default: #1− Customer Fault 1, #2−Ground Fault, #3−Low Fuel, #4−Rupture Basin Fault)
1312Customer Input #2The nature of the fault is an optional customer selection; example inputs: Low Fuel Day Tank, Water In Fuel, Ground Fault, Low Starting Hydraulic Pressure, Low Starting Air Pressure, etc.Program using service tool: enable/disable input (Default: enable); Status, Warning or Shutdown (Default: #1−None, #2 thru #4−Warning); Active closed or open (Default: closed [ground]); change display name using up to 19 characters (Default: #1− Customer Fault 1, #2−Ground Fault, #3−Low Fuel, #4−Rupture Basin Fault).
1312Customer Input #2 — The nature of the fault is an optional customer selection. Example inputs: Low Fuel Day Tank, Water In Fuel, Ground Fault, Low Starting Hydraulic Pressure, Low Starting Air Pressure, etc.Each of the fault functions can be programmed (using service tool), as follows: enable/disable input (Default: enable); status, warning or shutdown (Default: #1−None, #2 thru #4−Warning); active closed or open (Default: closed [ground]); change display name using up to 19 characters (Default: #1− Customer Fault 1, #2−Ground Fault, #3−Low Fuel, #4−Rupture Basin Fault)
1313-1316Network Fault 1 thru 4
1317Customer Input #3The nature of the fault is an optional customer selection; example inputs: Low Fuel Day Tank, Water In Fuel, Ground Fault, Low Starting Hydraulic Pressure, Low Starting Air Pressure, etc.Program using service tool: enable/disable input (Default: enable); Status, Warning or Shutdown (Default: #1−None, #2 thru #4−Warning); Active closed or open (Default: closed [ground]); change display name using up to 19 characters (Default: #1− Customer Fault 1, #2−Ground Fault, #3−Low Fuel, #4−Rupture Basin Fault).
1317Customer Input #3 — The nature of the fault is an optional customer selection. Example inputs: Low Fuel Day Tank, Water In Fuel, Ground Fault, Low Starting Hydraulic Pressure, Low Starting Air Pressure, etc.Each of the fault functions can be programmed (using service tool), as follows: enable/disable input (Default: enable); status, warning or shutdown (Default: #1−None, #2 thru #4−Warning); active closed or open (Default: closed [ground]); change display name using up to 19 characters (Default: #1− Customer Fault 1, #2−Ground Fault, #3−Low Fuel, #4−Rupture Basin Fault)
1318Customer Input #4The nature of the fault is an optional customer selection; example inputs: Low Fuel Day Tank, Water In Fuel, Ground Fault, Low Starting Hydraulic Pressure, Low Starting Air Pressure, etc.Program using service tool: enable/disable input (Default: enable); Status, Warning or Shutdown (Default: #1−None, #2 thru #4−Warning); Active closed or open (Default: closed [ground]); change display name using up to 19 characters (Default: #1− Customer Fault 1, #2−Ground Fault, #3−Low Fuel, #4−Rupture Basin Fault).
1318Customer Input #4 — The nature of the fault is an optional customer selection. Example inputs: Low Fuel Day Tank, Water In Fuel, Ground Fault, Low Starting Hydraulic Pressure, Low Starting Air Pressure, etc.Each of the fault functions can be programmed (using service tool), as follows: enable/disable input (Default: enable); status, warning or shutdown (Default: #1−None, #2 thru #4−Warning); active closed or open (Default: closed [ground]); change display name using up to 19 characters (Default: #1− Customer Fault 1, #2−Ground Fault, #3−Low Fuel, #4−Rupture Basin Fault)
1334Crit Scaler OR
1334Crit Scaler Out Of Range
1335Noncrit Scaler OR
1335Noncrit Scaler Out Of Range
1337No Message
135Oil Pressure Sensor H
141Oil Pressure Sensor L
1416Fail To Shutdown
1416Fail To Shutdown — With Battle Short mode enabled and a critical shutdown fault occurs, the shutdown fault is announced but the genset does not shut down.With Battle Short mode enabled and a critical shutdown fault occurs.The Fault Acknowledgement/Reset button will clear the fault message, but will remain in the Fault/History file with an asterisk sign (* equals active fault) as long as Battle Short mode is enabled.
1417Powr Down ErrorController can not power down because of some unknown condition; possible drain on batteryContact an authorized service center for service.
1417Powr Down Error — Indicates that the controller can not power down because of some unknown condition.Some unknown condition; possible drain on batteryContact an authorized service center for service
143Pre-Low Oil PresEngine oil pressure has dropped below the warning trip pointIf generator is powering critical loads and cannot be shut down, wait until next shutdown period and then follow code 415 procedure.
143Pre-Low Oil Pres — 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 and then follow code 415 procedure.Engine oil pressure has dropped to an unacceptable levelIf generator is powering critical loads and cannot be shut down, wait until next shutdown period and then follow code 415 procedure
1433Emergency Stop — Battle Short is suspended and a shutdown occurs immediately.Local Emergency StopTo reset the local/remote Emergency Stop button: pull the button out; move the O/Manual/Auto switch to O; press the front panel Fault Acknowledge/Reset button; return O/Manual/Auto switch to desired position.
1433Emergency Stop — Indicates local Emergency Stop.Local Emergency StopTo reset the local/remote Emergency Stop button: pull the button out; move the O/Manual/Auto switch to O; press the front panel Fault Acknowledge/Reset button; select Manual or Auto, as required
1434Remote E-Stop — Battle Short is suspended and a shutdown occurs immediately.Remote Emergency StopSee code 1433 to reset.
1434Remote E-Stop — Indicates remote Emergency Stop.Remote Emergency StopSee code 1433 to reset
1435Low 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.Engine coolant heater is not operating or is not circulating coolantCheck for the following conditions: coolant heater not connected to power supply, check for blown fuse or disconnected heater cord and correct as required; check for low coolant level and replenish if required, look for possible coolant leakage points and repair as required
1435Low Coolant Temp — Set is not operating; warning occurs when engine coolant temperature is 70 F (21 C) or lower.Engine coolant heater is not operating or is not circulating coolant; in applications where ambient temperature falls below 40 F (4 C), Low Coolant Temp may be indicated even though the coolant heaters are operatingCheck for the following conditions: coolant heater not connected to power supply; check for blown fuse or disconnected heater cord and correct as required; check for low coolant level and replenish if required; look for possible coolant leaks and repair as required.
1438Fail To CrankPossible fault with control, speed sensing or starting systemSee code 441 for corrective action.
1438Fail To Crank — Indicates possible fault with control, speed sensing or starting system.Possible fault with control, speed sensing or starting systemSee code 441 for corrective action
144Coolant Sensor High
1442Weak BatteryDuring cranking, the battery voltage is at or below the weak battery warning trip point for a time greater than or equal to the weak battery set timeSee code 441 for corrective action.
1442Weak Battery — Indicates that during cranking, the battery voltage is at or below the weak battery warning trip point for a time greater than or equal to the weak battery set time.During cranking, the battery voltage is at or below the weak battery warning trip point for a time greater than or equal to the weak battery set timeSee code 441 for corrective action
1443Battery FailedDead battery; engine will not startSee code 441 for corrective action.
1443Battery Failed — Dead battery − engine will not start.Dead batterySee code 441 for corrective action
1444KW Overload
1445Short Circuit
1446High AC Voltage
1447Low AC Voltage
1448Under Frequency
1449Over Frequency
145Coolant Sensor Low
1452Gen CB Not Close
1453Gen CB Not Open
1459Reverse Power
146Pre-High Coolant TempEngine is operating near cooling system capacity; increase in load or higher ambient temperature may cause High Coolant Temp (151) shutdownReview 151 correction list for other possible causes.
146Pre-High Coolant Temp — Indicates engine has begun to overheat (coolant temperature has risen to an unacceptable level).Engine has begun to overheat (coolant temperature has risen to an unacceptable level)If generator is powering non-critical and critical loads and cannot be shut down: reduce load if possible by turning off non-critical loads; check air inlets and outlets and remove any obstructions to airflow. If engine can be stopped, follow code 151 procedure
1461Loss Of Field
1466Modem Failure
1468Network Error
1469Speed/Hz Match

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.