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Spanish Controller

The Spanish is a generator-set controller. It is used on generator sets from Generac, including the G007038, G007039, G007042 and G0070420.

17
Generator sets
Generac
Brand
16–150 kW
Power range
2
Fuel types

Generator sets using this controller

17

Also fitted to: Generac 13 kVA.

Troubleshooting

46

Fault codes

CodeMeaningRemedy
000001DANGER
000002AVERTISSEMENT
000003MISE EN GARDE
000100aConsultez le manuel.
000103Asphyxie.
000108Surfaces chaudes.
000111Pièces mobiles.
000115Pièces mobiles.
000130Démarrage accidentel.
000146Dommages à l’équipement et aux biens.
000151La branchement à une source de carburant doit être effectué par un technicien ou un entrepreneur professionnel qualifié.
000155Seul un électricien formé et agréé devrait s’occuper du câblage et des connexions à l’appareil.
000178aAsphyxie.
000182Seul un technicien qualifié peut installer, utiliser et entretenir cet équipement.
000187Electrocución.
000190DANGER
000191Démarrage automatique.
000192Explosion et incendie.
000209aCe produit n’est pas conçu pour être utilisé dans un système de maintien de la vie.
000216Blessures et dommages à l’équipement.
000218Explosion et incendie
000228Risque environnemental.
000237Retour d’énergie électrique.
000247Cet appareil n’est pas conçu pour être utilisé comme source d’alimentation principale.
1501RPM Sensor ALARM
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
Generator Will Not ExerciseProblem 20 – Generator Will Not ExerciseTest 45 – Check Battery and Cables
No Low Speed ExerciseProblem 21 – No Low Speed Exercise
YELLOWYellow LED illuminated in any state.Check the screen for additional information. Perform SERVICE A maintenance. Press ENTER to clear.

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
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 will not crank.1. Blown fuse. 2. Loose, corroded, or defective battery cables. 3. Defective starter contact. 4. Defective starter motor. 5. Discharged battery.1. Correct short circuit condition by replacing 7.5 amp fuse in generator control panel. Contact an Independent Authorized Service Dealer (IASD) if fuse continues to blow. 2. Tighten, clean, or replace as necessary.* 3. *See #2. 4. *See #2. 5. Charge 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 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.
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.