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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Original Issue Date: 3/14
Model: Generator Sets with APM802 Controller; Decision-Makerr 3+, 550, 3000,
3500, 6000, and 8000 Controllers; and KPC 1000 Controller
Transfer Switches with Decision-Makerr MPAC 750, 1000, 1200, and 1500
Controllers
Market: Industrial
Subject: Remote Serial Annunciator (RSA III) Kits (Firmware Version 1.0)
Introduction devices can be used with an RSA III master device. All
RSA III annunciators are factory set as the master
RSA III is an annunciator panel offered in several kit device, but can be changed to a slave device using a PC
configurations to support Kohler power equipment. The and SiteTecht software that connects to the RSA III
RSA III is a remote serial annunciator (Figure 1, front panel via a universal serial bus (USB) connection.
Figure 2, and Figure 3) that monitors the condition of
the generator set and/or ATS from a remote location. The RSA II can be connected with the RSA III provided
The RSA III alerts the operator through visual and that the master remote annunciator is an RSA III.
audible signals using LED indication and a horn. An
alarm silence and lamp test switch are included.
The RSA III meets NFPA 110, Level 1 applications that
require remote controls and alarms be powered by a
storage battery such as the engine starting battery. AC
adaptor kit GM62466-KP1 is available when NFPA is
not required.
The front panel decals include areas that can be used to
identify user-selected fault inputs and identify
associated power system equipment.

Figure 2 RSA III with Single ATS Control

Figure 1 Remote Serial Annunciator (RSA III)

An RSA III annunciator can be used for a single
generator set (Figure 1) or with a combination of a
generator set and automatic transfer switch(es)
(Figure 2 or Figure 3). In systems using more than a
single RSA III, one must be designated as the master Figure 3 RSA III with Four ATS Controls
device to broadcast to additional RSA III annunciators,
designated as slave devices. Up to five RSA III slave

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 RSA III RSA III
Controller RSA III with single ATS with multiple ATS
APM802 GM91356-KP1, GM91356-KP2, GM91356-KP3,
Includes RSA III only
GM91356-S1 GM91356-S2 GM91356-S3
Includes RSA III and communication module,
DEC 3+ GM91356-S4 GM91356-S5 GM91356-S6
GM32644-KP1 Comm. Module Kit (loose)
DEC 3+
(with GM32644-KP1
Comm. Module)
DEC 550
GM91356-KP1, GM91356-KP2, GM91356-KP3,
DEC 3000 Includes RSA III only
GM91356-S1 GM91356-S2 GM91356-S3
DEC 3500
DEC 6000
DEC 8000
KPC 1000 GM91356-S7 GM91356-S8 GM91356-S9 Includes RSA III and KPC 1000 harness
MPACr 750 —
GM91356-KP2, GM91356-KP3,
MPACr 1000 — GM91356-S2 GM91356-S3 See above for controller requirements to
MPACr 1200 — GM91356-S5 GM91356-S6 determine which kit to use
GM91356-S8 GM91356-S9
MPACr 1500 —
Any non NFPA110 GM62466-KP1 GM62466-KP1 GM62466-KP1 Optional RSA power supply kit

Figure 4 RSA III Kit Selection

A PC with SiteTecht software is required to make D DEC 3+ controller with GM28725 (red) circuit board,
the RSA III functional. Use your SecurID to access firmware version 1.13 and higher with the GM47242
KOHLERnet, click on the TechTools button, and follow communication module board. The GM49791-1
the instructions to download the files. See SiteTecht communication module board requires controller
Software Settings and refer to TP-6701 SiteTecht firmware version 1.23 and higher.
Software Operation Manual for more information. D DEC 3+ controller with GM64497 (blue) circuit board,
The RSA III kits include components for surface firmware version 2.03 and higher with all
mounting or flush mounting. communication module boards.
D DEC 550 controller firmware version 2.10 and higher.
RSA III annunciators used with DEC 3+ controllers
D DEC 3000 controller firmware version 1.0 and higher.
require a separate communication module that can be
provided with RSA III kit selection (Figure 4). D DEC 3500 controller firmware version 1.0 and higher.
D DEC 6000 controller firmware version 2.5 and higher.
If a fault occurs, the RSA III horn activates and the
D DEC 8000 (compatible with RSA firmware version
corresponding LED illuminates. The following paragraphs
2.0.8 or higher)
describe specific features of the RSA III.
D KPC 1000 controller firmware version 1.41 and
If the RSA III is used with an Ethernet communication higher.
network, order Modbusr Ethernet converter D MPACr750 version 1.00 and higher.*
GM41143-KP2 and refer to TT-1405 Converters,
D MPACr1000 version 2.03 and higher.*
Connections, and Controller Setup for Network
Communication for system installation. D MPACr1200 version 1.00 and higher.*
D MPACr1500 version 1.15 and higher.*
If the RSA III is used with a DEC 3+ controller, it will * RSA III with ATS controls only.
require a communication module board; refer to
TT-1285 Program Loader Software instructions for Note: Should any communication issues occur when
downloading firmware version 1.23 and higher. adding RSA III slaves and/or transfer switches to
the system, be sure to power down the RSA III
The RSA III is compatible with the following controllers:
master and then power up the RSA III master so
D APM802 (compatible with RSA firmware version that the RSA III master can recognize the
2.0.8 or higher) changes.

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 Communication Module for DEC 3+ RSA III Features
Controller
Horn
GM47242 Circuit Board. Communication module for
all generator set models except 450/500REOZVB and Alarm Horn. The alarm horn sounds giving a minimum
80--150REOZJD; superseded by GM49791-1. 70 dB at 0.1 m (0.3 ft.) audible alarm when a warning or
shutdown fault condition exists except on high/low
GM49791-1 Circuit Board. Communication module for battery voltage or EPS supplying load.
all generator set models. Requires firmware version
1.23 or higher with red controller board or 2.03 or Note: Some controllers have programmable digital
higher with blue controller board. outputs that can be programmed to common
faults and wired to user inputs #1 through #5.
When adding the RSA III to the 450/500REOZVB and These inputs will activate the horn only if the user
80--150REOZJD models, check the part number of the input is defined in RSA III as a fault via SiteTecht
circuit board in the communication module location. (if the user input is defined as a warning, the horn
See Figure 5. Circuit board GM49791-1 must be will not sound). This is further discussed under
installed. GM49791-2 circuit board provides controller Common Faults later.
gauge drivers only and does not have a communication
function. Remove GM49791-2 and order GM32644- Note: The alarm horn sound level may vary depending
KP1 communication module kit that includes the upon the mounting configuration.
GM49791-1 circuit board.
External Alarm Horn Contacts. The RSA III circuit
board provides a set of contacts to power an external
12 VDC user-supplied alarm horn, which will sound in
1 concert with the on-board horn activation.

Switches with Operating Information

Alarm Silence. Press the Alarm Silence/Lamp Test
switch to quiet the alarm during servicing. The horn will
reactivate upon additional faults. Red LED flashes
slowly.
GM32644-B
1. Communication module or gauge driver board location Lamp Test. Press the Alarm Silence/Lamp Test switch
(see Communication Module for DEC 3+ Controller to test the RSA III indicator LEDs, horn, and relays.
section for variations)
Keyswitch (RSA III with ATS controls model only).
Figure 5 DEC 3+ Controller with Installed Comm.
A two-position key switch located on the front of the
Module (Controller Top View)
RSA III will be used to enable and disable the ATS test
feature. This switch has positions for Lock and un-Lock
Identifying the Communication Module in to enable or disable the ATS TEST push buttons
the DEC 3+ Controller functionality. The key switch is removable only in the
If connecting the RSA III to a generator set with a Lock position.
DEC 3+ controller, the communication module board When connected to an MPACr 1000 controller, DIP
must be installed. See Figure 5 for the location of switch #1 must be set for a loaded exercise. See the
communication module board. The communication MPACr 1000 controller operating instructions for
module is included with RSA III kits GM91356-S5 and details.
GM91356-S6. The communication module is also
available as a separate kit GM32644-KP1. Note: When using a multiple ATS RSA III with fewer
than four ATS, the ATS test controls fill from the
top down.

The multiple ATS version of the RSA III is capable of

displaying the status and faults of up to 4 ATS
simultaneously. On a multiple RSA system, only the
master RSA III device has the capability of displaying
multiple ATS status and faults.

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 To start a loaded remote test LEDs
The front panel of the RSA III has an ATS TEST There are up to 33 LED indicators on the non-ATS
pushbutton for every displayed ATS. The ATS TEST model, up to 41 LED indicators on the single ATS model,
pushbutton will only operate when the control keyswitch and up to 65 LED indicators on the multiple ATS model
is in the unlock position and the ATS is not in local-test for status, warning, and/or shutdown. For a summary of
mode (test initiated by the ATS controller) or executing a the LED descriptions, see Figure 6. Some items have
scheduled exercise. The ATS TEST pushbutton will not two LEDs:
end a scheduled exercise or a test not requested by the D Communication status (green functional, red fault).
RSA. The RSA III will indicate an ATS on local-test D High engine temperature (yellow warning, red
mode (test initiated by the ATS controller) with a solid shutdown).
yellow LED next to the ATS TEST pushbutton or an ATS
D Low oil pressure (yellow warning, red shutdown).
on remote-test mode (test initiated by the RSA) with a
solid green LED next to the ATS TEST pushbutton. D System ready (green functional, red fault).
D (RSA III with ATS controls model only.) ATS fault
To start a remote test (yellow warning/red shutdown), source (N--green/
Place the key-lock switch in the unlock position. Press E--red, and position (N--green/E--red).
and hold the ATS TEST pushbutton until an
Some functions of the LED include flashing either fast or
acknowledgement that the ATS is in the remote-test
slow. The fast flash occurs five times per second and
mode is indicated by a solid green LED next to the ATS
the slow flash occurs once per second.
TEST pushbutton. The Emergency Source Available
LED will flash rapidly while the ATS runs through the Alarm Silenced. Red LED slowly flashes when alarm
corresponding time delays. After the transfer to the horn is deactivated by Alarm Silence/Lamp Test switch.
emergency source is complete the Emergency Source
Available LED will flash slowly to indicate the ATS is in ATS Available Source N or E (RSA III with ATS
the test mode. controls model only). Green Normal and/or Red
Emergency LEDs indicate the power source availability.
To stop a remote test
ATS Fault (RSA III with ATS controls model only).
Place the key-lock switch in the unlock position. Press Red shutdown or Yellow warning LEDs indicate the type
and hold the ATS TEST pushbutton until the Emergency of fault.
Source Available LED flashes rapidly while the ATS
runs through the corresponding time delays. After the ATS Position N or E (RSA III with ATS controls
retransfer to the normal source is complete and the time model only). Green Normal or Red Emergency LEDs
delays expire the Emergency Source Available LED indicate the transfer switch position regardless of the
and ATS TEST LED will turn OFF. A loss of normal power source availability.
source during a scheduled exercise or during a remote Aux. Fault. See Low Coolant Level/Aux. Fault. The
or local test will deactivate the exercise or test. Aux. Fault feature is only associated with DEC 3+
controller function.
Communications
Battery Charger Fault. Yellow LED slowly flashes
Network communication is available via the RS-485 when battery charger malfunctions. Requires battery
port. A USB port located on the front panel allows user charger with alarm contact.
setup of the RSA III using a PC and SiteTecht
software. Battery Voltage (Hi/Lo). The DEC 3+ controller
requires battery charger with alarm contacts. See
Figure 64 and Figure 65 relating to battery charger for
additional information.
D Yellow LED flashes slowly when battery or charging
voltage drops below preset level.
D Yellow LED is steady on if battery voltage exceeds
preset level.

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 System Monitoring LEDs and Functions
Common
Fault System Generator Communications Common Fault
Fault and Status Condition LED Ready LED Running LED Status LED Fault LED Output Horn
Overcrank (Shutdown) Red SF Red SF Off Green Red SF On On
High Engine Temperature (Warning) Yellow SF Red SF Green Green Red SF On On
High Engine Temperature (Shutdown) Red SF Red SF Off Green Red SF On On
Low Oil Pressure (Warning) Yellow SF Red SF Green Green Red SF On On
Low Oil Pressure (Shutdown) Red SF Red SF Off Green Red SF On On
Overspeed (Shutdown) Red SF Red SF Off Green Red SF On On
Emergency Stop Red SF Red SF Off Green Off On On
Low Coolant Level/Aux (Shutdown) Red SF Red SF Off Green Red SF On On
Low Coolant Temperature Yellow SF Red SF Green or Off Green Red SF On On
Low Fuel Yellow SF Red SF Green or Off Green Red SF On On
Low Cranking Voltage Yellow SF Red SF Off Green Red SF On On
Battery Charger Fail Yellow SF Green Green or Off Green Off On On
Battery Voltage (Hi) Yellow SF Green Green or Off Green Off On On
Battery Voltage (Lo) Yellow SF Green Green or Off Green Off Off Off
Common Fault (Warning) Yellow SF Green Green or Off Green Red SF On Off
Common Fault (Shutdown) Red SF Green Green or Off Green Red SF On On
User Input #1 (Warning) Yellow SF Green Green or Off Green Off Off Off
User Input #1 (Shutdown) Red FF Green Green or Off Green Off On On
User Input #2 (Warning) Yellow SF Green Green or Off Green Off Off Off
User Input #2 (Shutdown) Red FF Green Green or Off Green Off On On
User Input #3 (Warning) Yellow SF Green Green or Off Green Off Off Off
User Input #3 (Shutdown) Red FF Green Green or Off Green Off On On
User Input #4 (Warning) Yellow SF Green Green or Off Green Off Off Off
User Input #4 (Shutdown) Red FF Green Green or Off Green Off On On
User Input #5 (Warning) Yellow SF Green Green or Off Green Off Off Off
User Input #5 (Shutdown) Red FF Green Green or Off Green Off On On
ATS Position N (RSA III with ATS only) Green Green Green or Off Green Off Off Off
ATS Position E (RSA III with ATS only) Red Red SF Green or Off Green Off Off Off
ATS Available N (RSA III with ATS only) Green Green Green or Off Green Off Off Off
ATS Available E (RSA III with ATS only) Red Red SF Green or Off Green Off Off Off
ATS Test (RSA III with ATS only, Test Yellow Green Green or Off Green Off Off On
initiated at ATS)
ATS Test (RSA III with ATS only, Test Green Green Green or Off Green Off Off On
initiated at RSA)
ATS Fault (RSA III with ATS only, No fault) Green Green Green or Off Green Off Off On
ATS Fault (RSA III with ATS only, With Red FF Red SF Green or Off Green Off Off On
fault)
EPS Supplying Load Green Green Green or Off Green Off Off Off
Not-In-Auto Red FF Red SF Off Green Red SF On On
Communication Status (Loss - Master) Red FF Off Off Red FF Off On On
Communication Status (Loss - Slave) Red SF Off Off Red SF Off On On
Note: SF = Slow Flash (once per second), FF = Fast Flash (five times per second)

Figure 6 System Monitoring LEDs and Functions

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 Common Fault. Red LED flashes slowly when a single The DEC 3+ controller offers two choices for common
or multiple common fault #1 occurs. Yellow LED flashes faults using terminal 32 or 32A.
slowly when a single or multiple common fault #2
occurs. User Programmed Inputs #1 through #5 can be Terminal 32 on the DEC 3+ provides the following ten
assigned to indicate a common fault and are discussed common faults:
later in this section. See also Figure 7. D Auxiliary Warning
D (Generator Switch) Not-In-Auto
Assignment Digital input D High Engine Temperature Shutdown
Controller method count
D High Engine Temperature Warning
Master RSA III Automatic 5
D Low Water Temperature Warning
Slave RSA(s) Not applicable Not accessible
D Low Fuel Warning
APM802 Via SiteTecht 16
D Low Oil Pressure Shutdown
Decision-Makerr 3+ Via SiteTecht 3
D Low Oil Pressure Warning
Decision-Makerr 550 Via SiteTecht 32
D Overcrank Shutdown
Decision-Makerr 3000 Via SiteTecht 3
D Overspeed Shutdown
Decision-Makerr 3500 Via SiteTecht 6
Decision-Makerr 6000 Via SiteTecht 32 Terminal 32A on the DEC 3+ provides the following five
Decision-Makerr 8000 Via SiteTecht 8 common faults:
KPC 1000 Not applicable 0 D Auxiliary Warning
MPACr 750 Via SiteTecht 2 D Emergency Stop
MPACr 1000 Via SiteTecht 2 D High Engine Temperature Shutdown
MPACr 1200 Via SiteTecht 2 D Low Oil Pressure Shutdown
MPACr 1500 Via SiteTecht 2 D Overspeed Shutdown

Figure 7 RSA III User Defined Inputs and EPS Communication Status. The RSA III is shipped from
Supplying Load Defaults the factory preset as a master device and
communicating with a generator set controller on
Common faults are selectable on the DEC 550 Modbusr address #1 and/or ATS controller on Modbusr
controller using the respective controller menu choices. address #2 with ATS connected set to False. The
The 550 controller offers two choices for common fault generator set controller is a slave device. Additional
setup. RSA III devices on the same network must be reset in
the field as slave devices. See Figure 6 and Figure 8.
D Configure a programmable digital output on the
DEC 550 as a common fault and wire that into one of LED LED Status Horn Function
the DEC 550’s programmable user inputs 7, 8, or 10. Green Steady on Off Communication is okay
Use SiteTecht to configure the corresponding RSA Green Flashes slow Off When communication is being
established
user input source 1, 2, or 3 (P41-2, -4, or -6). This is
the recommended approach since another line from Green Flashes fast Off When the master RSA II
communication configuration does
the DEC 550 to the RSA is unnecessary. not match the device
Red Flashes fast On When the master RSA II
D Configure a programmable digital output on the encounters a communication
DEC 550 as a common fault and wire that into the problem with a device
RSA’s user input source 1, 2, or 3 (P41-2, -4, or -6). Red Flashes slow On When the slave RSA II does not
detect the master RSA II
When the master RSA II is set up
to communicate with the slave
RSA II and the slave RSA II does
Red Steady on On not respond to the master RSA II

Figure 8 Communication Status

Note: Should any communication issues occur when
adding RSA III slaves and/or transfer switches to
the system, be sure to power down the RSA III
master and then power up the RSA III master so
that the RSA III master can recognize the
changes.

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 Emergency Power System (EPS) Supplying Load. Low Coolant Temperature. Yellow LED flashes when
(RSA III with ATS only). Use the SiteTecht software to optional engine block heater malfunctions and/or
select the EPS source from the following choices: engine coolant temperature is too low. Requires
D Green LED is steady on when the generator set is prealarm sender on some generator set models.
supplying more than 5% of standby output current (or Low Cranking Voltage. Yellow LED flashes when
when transfer switch is in the emergency position engine starting battery voltage drops below preset level.
with the DEC 3+ controller).
D The EPS can be configured to receive the ATS Low Fuel (Level or Pressure). Yellow LED flashes
position using Modbusr. When the ATS is in the when level in diesel fuel tank approaches empty or low
emergency position, the EPS Supplying Load LED is pressure occurs with gas fuels. Requires customer-
steady on. supplied level or pressure switch on some generator set
D Local EPS supplying load. See Figure 7.
models. If the unit shuts down on a Low Fuel Warning,
as is possible on some controllers, the RSA III lights the
Emergency Stop. Red LED flashes and engine stops Low Fuel Warning indicator and the Common Fault
when emergency stop is made. May require an optional Indicator.
local emergency stop switch on the generator set
controller. Low Oil Pressure.
D Red LED flashes when set shuts down because of
Generator Running. Green LED is steady on when
insufficient oil pressure.
generator set is in operation. See System Ready note.
D Yellow LED flashes when engine oil pressure
(Generator Switch) Not-In-Auto. Red LED flashes at approaches shutdown range. Requires warning
a faster rate when generator set master switch is in the sender on some generator set models.
RUN or OFF/RESET position.
Not-In-Auto. See (Generator Switch) Not-In-Auto.
High Engine Temperature.
D Red LED flashes when engine has shut down Overcrank (Locked Rotor). Red LED flashes and
because of high engine coolant temperature. cranking stops when engine does not start in either
continuous cranking or cyclic cranking modes.
D Yellow LED flashes when engine coolant
temperature approaches shutdown range. Requires Overspeed. Red LED flashes when engine shuts down
warning sender on some generator set models. because of an overspeed condition.
Low Coolant Level/Aux. Fault. LED is steady on when System Ready.
engine coolant level is below acceptable range on D Green LED is steady on when generator set master
radiator-mounted generator sets only. When used with switch is in AUTO and the system senses no faults.
a DEC 3+ controller, LED indicates low coolant level or
D Red LED flashes when a system fault occurs.
auxiliary fault shutdown. Requires customer-supplied
low coolant level switch on remote radiator models. A System Ready red LED and/or a Generator Running
LED off, without an associated LED shutdown indication
on the RSA III may indicate a fault initiated by the engine
ECM. The RSA III will only report on the status of the
system ready based on the generator set controller.

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 User Programmed Inputs #1 to #5. Monitors five Safety Precautions
digital inputs (status, warnings, added user inputs
and/or shutdowns). Use the SiteTecht software to Observe the following safety precautions while
select the desired user input and assign a severity level installing the kit.
(warning or shutdown fault). A separate yellow or red
LED flashes for each input when a respective warning or WARNING
shutdown fault occurs or the status changes. See
Figure 7.
Note: If in SiteTecht the user attempts to assign a
digital input outside of the range for the controller
or ATS, an error message will be displayed by Accidental starting.
SiteTecht and the Common Fault LED and Can cause severe injury or death.
associated User Input LED will flash. Disconnect the battery cables before
working on the generator set.
The five user input LEDs automatically correspond to Remove the negative (--) lead first
the on-board terminal blocks labeled USER 1 to 5, in when disconnecting the battery.
order of their numeric designators (LED1 to Input1 etc.), Reconnect the negative (--) lead last
unless altered using SiteTecht. Any digital input from when reconnecting the battery.
the Kohler generator controllers and ATS can be
associated with any of the five user input LEDs. Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can
cause severe injury or death. Before working on the
User-defined digital inputs #1 through #5 are selected at generator set or equipment connected to the set, disable the
the RSA III master only using SiteTecht software and generator set as follows: (1) Shut down the generator set. (2)
annunciated to the RSA III slave(s). No user-defined Place the controller in Out of Service mode. (3) Press the
digital input selection is available at the RSA III slave(s). emergency stop button. (4) Disconnect the power to the
User-defined digital inputs tied directly to the RSA III battery charger, if equipped. (5) Remove the battery cables,
master are considered local. User-defined digital inputs negative (--) lead first. Reconnect the negative (--) lead last
when reconnecting the battery. Follow these precautions to
connected to the controller are considered remote.
prevent the starting of the generator set by the remote
Note: Although all digital inputs are selectable on the start/stop switch.
RSA III, some digital inputs have assigned (APM802 Controller)
functions. Check the generator set configuration Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can
to determine input availability. cause severe injury or death. Before working on the
D DEC 3+ Controller. User-defined digital input #3 is generator set or equipment connected to the set, disable the
generator set as follows: (1) Move the generator set master
also used for high battery voltage and requires
switch to the OFF position. (2) Disconnect the power to the
battery charger with alarms. battery charger. (3) Remove the battery cables, negative (--)
D DEC 550, DEC 3000, DEC 3500, and DEC 6000 lead first. Reconnect the negative (--) lead last when
Controllers. User-defined digital inputs tied directly reconnecting the battery. Follow these precautions to prevent
to the RSA III master are considered local. starting of the generator set by an automatic transfer switch,
remote start/stop switch, or engine start command from a
D DEC 8000 and APM802 Controllers. User-defined
remote computer.
inputs tied to controller terminal block are considered
(Decision-Makerr 3+ and 550 Controllers)
remote.
Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can
Figure 6 shows the status of the system ready LED, cause severe injury or death. Before working on the
generator running LED, communication status LED, generator set or equipment connected to the set, disable the
common fault LED, common fault output, and horn for generator set as follows: (1) Press the generator set off/reset
each fault or status condition. button to shut down the generator set. (2) Disconnect the
power to the battery charger, if equipped. (3) Remove the
battery cables, negative (--) lead first. Reconnect the negative
Mounting (--) lead last when reconnecting the battery. Follow these
precautions to prevent the starting of the generator set by the
Surface Mounting or Flush Mounting capability is remote start/stop switch.
standard.
(Decision-Makerr 3000, 3500, and 6000 Controllers)
This document includes installation information for both
surface- and flush-mount models.

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 Disabling the generator set. Accidental starting can
cause severe injury or death. Before working on the DANGER
generator set or equipment connected to the set, disable the
generator set as follows: (1) If the controller is not already in
the MAN (manual) mode, press the Controller Mode button
and then press the MAN mode button. (2) If the generator set
is running, press and hold the Manual--Stop button for at least
2 seconds to stop the generator set. (3) Press the Controller Hazardous voltage.
Mode button and then press the controller Off mode button. Will cause severe injury or death.
(4) Disconnect the power to the battery charger, if equipped. This equipment must be installed and
(5) Remove the battery cables, negative (--) lead first. serviced by qualified electrical
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last when reconnecting the personnel.
battery. Follow these precautions to prevent the starting of the
generator set by the remote start/stop switch.
(Decision-Makerr 8000 Controller) DANGER

CAUTION

Hazardous voltage.
Will cause severe injury or death.
Hot surfaces.
Disconnect all power sources before
opening the enclosure.
(APM802 Controller Heater)
Accessing the middle compartment on the control panel.
Hazardous voltage can cause severe injury or death. On
the controller base box and automatic voltage regulator, do not
touch the terminals for voltage and current measurement.
Disconnect all power sources and disable the generator set
before servicing.
(Decision-Makerr 8000 Controller)

NOTICE
Electrostatic discharge damage. Electrostatic discharge
(ESD) damages electronic circuit boards. Prevent
electrostatic discharge damage by wearing an approved
grounding wrist strap when handling electronic circuit boards
or integrated circuits. An approved grounding wrist strap
provides a high resistance (about 1 megohm), not a direct
short, to ground.

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 Installation Procedure 2. Remove the gauge driver board in the
DEC 3+ controller (if equipped).
Read the entire installation procedure and compare kit
parts with parts list in this publication before beginning If the unit is an 80--150REOZJD or 450/500REOZVB
installation. Perform the steps in the order shown. model, the controller may contain a gauge driver circuit
board GM49791-2. Information regarding identifying
Note: Observe applicable local and national electrical
the circuit board is shown in the Communication Module
codes when installing the wiring system.
for DEC 3+ Controller section of this document.

1. Remove the generator set from service. Note: If the unit is not an 80--150REOZJD or 450/
500REOZVB model, go to step 3.
Note: Refer to the procedures in the Safety Precautions Note: If the communication module board GM49791-1
for disabling the generator set. The procedure to is already installed because GM91356-S4, -S5,
shut down the generator set varies depending or -S6 kit was ordered installed, go to step 5.
upon the controller.
Otherwise, remove GM49791-2 interface with gauge
1.1 Shut down the generator set. driver circuit board and replace with GM49791-1
communication interface with gauge driver circuit
1.2 Disconnect the power to the battery charger, if board. Use the following procedure and refer to
equipped. Figure 9.
1.3 Disconnect the generator set engine starting 2.1 Disconnect the 10-pin cable at the P8 connector
battery(ies), negative (--) lead first. on the circuit board.
1.4 Remove the controller cover and hardware. 2.2 Disconnect the 8-pin cable at the P10 connector
on the circuit board.
2.3 Remove the existing three nuts and lock washers
attaching the gauge drive circuit board to the
indicator panel circuit board. Leave the existing
washers in place. The nuts and lock washers will
be reused.
2.4 Remove existing 24-position ribbon cable
336428 between the indicator panel circuit board
and the main circuit board. This ribbon cable will
not be reused.
2.5 The new 24-position ribbon cable GM32632 has
three connectors—one at each end and an inline
connector. Attach the end connector (nearest to
inline connector) to the indicator panel circuit
board P4 connector. The connector is polarized
and mates in one position only.
2.6 Attach the other end connector of the 24-position
ribbon cable GM32632 to the main circuit board
P3 connector. The connector is polarized and
mates in one position only.

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Legend
CMB—Communication Module Board
IPA—Indicator Panel Assembly
(P#)—Plug 9
TB1, TB2—Controller Board Terminal Block
TB5—Communication Interface Board Terminal Block GM32644-F

1. P22 CAN (engine) communication connection

2. DEC 3+ controller main circuit board
3. P21 RS-485 communication connection for remote serial annunciator
4. Communication module board GM49791-1
5. SW2 DIP switch; place SW2-1 in closed position when paralleling REOZV/B/C models
6. 24-position ribbon cable GM32632 to comm. module board
7. P10 used only when GM49791-2 gauge driver board was previously installed; connect P10 to the communication module board
to drive coolant temperature and oil pressure gauges on the DEC 3+ controller
8. Lead GM35318 connecting T27 on indicator panel to user input 3 on comm. module board for high battery voltage
9. 24-position ribbon cable GM32632 to indicator panel
10. Controller indicator panel circuit board on the RSA
11. Optional battery charger with HBV alarm contacts
12. 10-position ribbon cable GM21340 to comm. module board
13. 24-position ribbon cable GM32632 to main circuit board
14. 10-position ribbon cable GM21340 to main circuit board

Figure 9 Communication Module Schematic, DEC 3+ Controller

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 3. Mount the communication module board 1 2
in the DEC 3+ controller. 3

Note: Requires DEC 3+ controller logic (red) circuit

board GM28725.

Note: Perform step 3 with GM91356-S4, -S5, or -S6

and GM32644-KP1 kit.

3.1 Remove the existing three nuts attaching the

indicator panel circuit board. Leave the existing 4
washers in place. The nuts will be reused.
9 5
3.2 Attach the three spacers to the indicator panel 8
1. Ribbon cable, 10 position GM21340
6
circuit board studs. See Figure 10.
2. DEC 3+ controller main circuit board
3. Ribbon cable, 24 position GM32632
3.3 Position communication module board 7
4. Existing nuts (3)
GM49791-1 on the spacers. 5. Lock washers (3), X-22-7 GM32644-B
6. Spacers (3) GM32633
Note: If procedure requires installing a communication 7. Existing washers (3)
module board, refer to TT-1285 Program Loader 8. Existing indicator panel circuit board
Software instructions for downloading firmware 9. Communication module board GM49791-1
version 1.23 or higher with red controller
Figure 10 Mounting Communication Module Board in
board or 2.03 or higher with blue controller
the DEC 3+ Controller
board. The download should be performed in
step 8. Configure the DEC 3+ controller for the 4.3 If the unit previously had the GM49791-2 gauge
remote serial annunciator. drive circuit board installed, reconnect cable P10
to the communication module board.
3.4 Install three lock washers (X-22-7) from the kit or
from step 2.3 and the existing three nuts on the 4.4 High Battery Voltage. Locate T27 lead on the
spacers to secure the communication module indicator panel assembly and connect
board. Do not overtighten the nuts. communication board HBV harness GM35318.
Use the terminal connector on GM35318 with the
two leads together. Verify that the stripped end of
4. Wire the communication module board
the harness is securely connected to
in the DEC 3+ controller.
communication module board terminal TB5-12.
4.1 Attach the 24-position ribbon cable GM32632 See Figure 9 for an illustration of the wiring
inline connector to the communication module connection. See Figure 11 and Figure 12 for the
board P9 connector. The connector is polarized communication module board terminal strip
and mates in one position only. location and terminal designations.

4.2 Attach the 10-position ribbon cable GM21340 to

the communication module board P8 connector
and the main circuit board P7 connector. The
connectors are polarized and mate in one
position only.

GM32644-F

Figure 11 Communication Module Board

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 Connector Designation Circuit Board Designation Document the user-selected inputs for future
1 Not used reference. If user-selected inputs 1--2 (remote)
2 Not used are used, the user may add the identification on
3 ATS Position Input Return the RSA III front panel strip. This procedure is
4 User 1 Input Return further explained in step 6.13 of this instruction.
5 User 2 Input Return
6 User 3 Input Return * 5. Select a mounting location for the
7 Not used RSA III.
8 Not used
9 ATS Position Input Note: Use step 5 for mounting the RSA III master and
10 User 1 Input the RSA III slaves as needed. Connect up to
11 User 2 Input three RSA III slaves maximum. The RSA III
12 User 3 Input * wiring information is covered in step 6.
* Reserved for high battery volts (HBV) on DEC 3+ controllers. 5.1 Select a visible location for mounting the RSA III
up to 853 m (2800 ft.) from the controller. Install
Figure 12 Communication Module TB5 Terminal Strip
the RSA III, either surface- or flush-mounted, in a
Connections
location easily observable by operating
4.5 Connect wiring from the user-supplied battery personnel at their work stations. See Figure 14
charger high battery voltage contacts to the for RSA III overall dimensions. Refer to
remaining terminal on harness GM35318 and Figure 15 and Figure 16 for the dimension prints.
TB5-6 for RSA III annunciation of (high) Battery Note: Locate all RSA III within 853 m (2800 ft.) of
Voltage. See Figure 13 for wire sizes. the controller.

W W
Length, m (ft.) Wire Gauge
0--137 (0--450) 22
137--213 (450--700) 20
213--343 (700--1125) 18 H
343--549 (1125--1800) 16 H
549--853 (1800--2800) 14

Figure 13 Wire Specifications for Communication

Module Connections D W1 D
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4.6 EPS Supplying Load. Connect wiring from the Surface Mounted Flush Mounted
user-supplied transfer switch (ATS) emergency Dimensions—W x H x D, mm (in.)
position auxiliary contacts to terminals TB5-3 and Surface Mounted: 203 x 203 x 76.2 (8.0 x 8.0 x 3.0)
TB5-9 for RSA III annunciation of EPS Supplying Flush Mounted: 203 x 203 x 76.2 (8.0 x 8.0 x 3.0)
Load. See Figure 13 for wire sizes. Flush-mounting plate W1: 254 (10.0)
Flush Mounted*: 203 x 203 x 103 (8.0 x 8.0 x 4.1)
4.7 User Input 1 and User Input 2. Make additional Flush-mounting plate W1: 254 (10.0)
user-selected connections to the communication * Requires user-supplied Hoffman box 203 x 203 x 102 mm (8 x 8 x 4 in.)
module board TB5 terminal block. See Figure 13
for wire sizes. The user-selected connections Figure 14 RSA III Box Dimensions
are defined in Figure 12 and include:
D User Input 1 (remote).
D User Input 2 (remote).

Note: User input 3 is reserved for high battery

voltage as outlined in step 4.4.

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 Figure 15 Remote Serial Annunciator Dimension Print ADV-8661A-
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 Note: Dimensions shown are in mm.
25.4 mm is equal to 1 inch.

GM85125-A

Figure 17 RSA III Mounting Hole Dimensions in Supplied Box GM85123

5.2 Remove four screws X-67-154 from the RSA III 5.3.3 Drill an appropriate size hole in box
bezel GM85134 and remove bezel from the GM85125 if a user-supplied conduit
RSA III box GM85123. See Figure 17 for RSA III connector is required. Install the user-
supplied box mounting hole information. supplied connector.
The installation instructions describe three RSA III 5.3.4 Temporarily mount the RSA III box to the
mounting scenarios: wall or to the electrical box in the wall and
D Surface mount with supplied box (step 5.3). check for proper hole alignment. Adjust as
needed. Remove RSA III box.
D Flush mount with supplied box (step 5.4).
D Flush mount using a user-supplied Hoffman box Note: Use mounting hardware suitable for the
(step 5.5). wall composition and thickness.

5.3 Surface mount RSA III initial installation. 5.3.5 Repeat step 3 for RSA III slaves, as
needed.
5.3.1 Prepare the mounting site by drilling pilot
5.3.6 Proceed to step 6, Wire the RSA III.
holes for anchors, if used.
5.4 Flush mount RSA III initial installation with
Note: Mount the RSA III box to a standard 10 cm
box GM85125 (Part of RSA III kit).
(4 in.) square electrical box installed in the
wall. 5.4.1 Prepare mounting site by creating an
opening in wall for flush-mounting RSA III
5.3.2 Create an opening in the wall for the box.
electrical wiring from the master RSA III to
the controller communications and power
supply. The wall opening must allow for
the wiring of the RSA III slave, if used.
Protect the RSA III front panel assembly
from dust and debris when drilling the
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 5.4.2 Drill an appropriate size hole in box Size the flexible conduit for the electrical wiring
GM85123 if a user-supplied conduit from the master RSA III to the controller
connector is required. Install the user- communications and power supply. The
supplied connector. flexible conduit size must allow for the wiring of
Size the flexible conduit for the electrical RSA III slave, if used.
wiring from master RSA III to the controller
5.5.4 Attach the RSA III box to the wall with
communications and power supply. The
user- supplied hardware. Protect the
flexible conduit size must allow for the
RSA III front panel assembly from dust
wiring of a RSA III slave, if used.
and debris when drilling the mounting
5.4.3 Attach the RSA III box to the wall with holes.
user- supplied hardware. Protect the 5.5.5 Repeat step 3 for RSA III slaves, as
RSA III front panel assembly from dust needed.
and debris when drilling the mounting
holes. 5.5.6 Proceed to step 6, Wire the RSA III.

5.4.4 Repeat step 3 for RSA III slaves, as 6. Wire the RSA III.
needed.
The installer must supply all leads. Observe the
5.4.5 Proceed to step 6, Wire the RSA III.
following guidelines during installation:
5.5 Flush mount RSA III initial installation with a D Isolate the RSA III leads from all other voltages.
user-supplied Hoffman box. D Use separate conduit.
5.5.1 Prepare the mounting site by creating an D Use grounded metallic conduit for leads or use
opening in the wall for flush mounting the shielded cable in nonmetallic conduit.
RSA III using a user-supplied 203 x 203 x D Use color-coded wire for easy identification.
102 mm (8 x 8 x 4 in.) Hoffman box (part D Make leads long enough to allow for walls, ductwork,
no. A-SG8X8X4) or equivalent. and obstructions. Use Figure 19 to determine the
wire gauge for DC power and signal wires.
5.5.2 Use wall-mounting plate GM85126 as a
D Use Belden #9841 or equivalent (shielded twisted-
template and drill four 4.4 mm (0.17 in.)
pair cable) for all communication wiring.
diameter holes in the Hoffman box front
edge for mounting the RSA III front panel Note: When using RS-485 communication cable,
assembly if not already done. See connect the “shield” wire at either end but not at
Figure 18. both ends.

188.93 mm 5 mm Length, m (ft.) Wire Gauge

(7.438 in.) (0.2 in.)
0--137 (0--450) 22
47.6 mm
(1.87 in.) 137--213 (450--700) 20
213--343 (700--1125) 18
343--549 (1125--1800) 16
109.52 mm 549--853 (1800--2800) 14
4.4 mm (4.312 in.)
(0.17 in.) Figure 19 Wire Specifications between RSA III and
qty. 4
Generator Set Controller for DC Power

GM34433

Figure 18 Drilling Mounting Holes in Hoffman Box for

RSA III Front Panel Assembly
5.5.3 Select a location on the box and install a
user-supplied conduit connector or
bushing. Temporarily install the RSA III
front panel assembly to be sure the hole
location with bushing or conduit connector
does not interfere with attaching the
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 Use solid or stranded 14-22 gauge wire. To determine Throughout step 6, refer to the following illustrations.
the wire gauge, measure the cable distance between See Figure 20 for RSA III circuit board connectors. See
the controller and master RSA III. Figure 41 for RSA III circuit board terminal connections.
See Figure 57 to Figure 63 for the RSA III wiring
For example, if the cable distance between the diagrams and Figure 64 and Figure 65 for the
controller and the master RSA III is 122 m (400 ft.), then RSA III interconnection diagrams.
the total wire length for each conductor is 122 m
(400 ft.). According to the chart in Figure 19, this
example requires 22-gauge wire.

Bottom View Top View

GM86125-
7 6 5
1. P39, 3-pin Isolated/non-isolated jumper 5. P42, 4-pin Input user 4 & 5 connections
2. P27, 6-pin RS-485 connections 6. P40, 6-pin Common fault and horn dry contacts
3. P34, 3-pin RS-485 termination resistor for last device 7. P37, 3-pin Power/CAN connections
4. P41, 8-pin Input (EPS/User) connections

Figure 20 RSA III Circuit Board GM86125 Connectors

The RSA III has the following wiring and selections: 6.1 Deenergize the 12/24-volt DC power source to
D P27, 6-pin RS-485 connections (communication each RSA III, if not already done.
between controller and RSA III master). See 6.2 Flush mount RSA III only. When using a
step 6.3. flush-mount RSA III box with a bushing, it is
D P27, 6-pin RS-485 connections (communication recommended to run all wiring to the RSA III box
between RSA III master and RSA III slaves). See and then mount it to the wall or to the electrical
step 6.4. box in the wall. Check that box is square to the
D P34, 3-pin RS-485 termination resistor for last wall; adjust as needed. After the RSA III box is
device. See step 6.4. mounted, make the individual electrical
D P37, 3-pin power/CAN connections. See step 6.5. connections to the RSA III circuit board as
D P39, 3-pin isolated/non-isolated jumper. See described in the following steps.
step 6.6.
Position wall-mounting plate GM85126 against
D P40, 6-pin common fault and horn dry contacts. See
the RSA III bezel GM85134 prior to attaching the
step 6.7. wiring.
D P41, 8-pin input (EPS/user) connections. See
step 6.8.
D P42, 4-pin input user 4 & 5 connections. See
step 6.11.

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 6.3 P27, 6-pin RS-485 connections
(communication between controller and Generator Set P20 ( DEC 550)
RSA III master). For RS-485 connections see Controller P21 (DEC 3+)
Figure 21.
P27 RS-485 Connections (from Controller to Master )
P27-1 (--) Black (from controller)
P27-2 (+) White (from controller)
P27-3 Shield (from controller)
Connect + to +
P27-4 (--) Black (to slave or terminating resistor) -- to --
P27-5 (+) White (to slave or terminating resistor) GND to shield
between devices
P27-6 Shield (to slave or open)
Note: When using RS-485 communication cable, connect the Belden #9841
“shield” wire at either end but not at both ends. or equivalent X-6058-27 resistor (121-ohm)
Figure 21 P27 Connector on Master RSA III connect + to -- on last device
RSA III in network (resistor is
t1283 included with each RSA kit)
Select and connect the RS-485 wiring from the
controller to the RSA III master using Belden Figure 22 RS-485 Connector Details
#9841 or equivalent. If there is only one RSA III, it
is the master. If several RSA III are installed, P27 RS-485 Connections (from Master to Slave)
choose either the RSA III closest to the generator P27-1 (--) Black (from master or previous slave)
set or determine which RSA III is more practical P27-2 (+) White (from master or previous slave)
for use as a master and use a daisy chain wiring P27-3 Shield (from master or previous slave)
configuration for the remaining RSAs. The P27-4 (--) Black (to next slave or terminating resistor)
RSA III connected to controller MUST be P27-5 (+) White (to next slave or terminating resistor)
assigned as the RSA III master.
P27-6 Shield (to next slave or open)
Connect RS-485 wiring to 6-position Euroblock Note: When using RS-485 communication cable, connect the
“shield” wire at either end but not at both ends.
plug 294619 (included) and attach to the RSA III
circuit board. The Euroblock connector is Figure 23 P27 Connection on RSA III Slave
polarized and attaches in one position only. See
Figure 22 for a typical RS-485 connection.
Communication between RSA III Master and
RSA III Slave. Figure 23 shows the master/
slave RS-485 connections and Figure 20 shows
the RSA III with P27 location.

Note: When an RSA III is installed into a system

with existing older RSAs, the RSA III must
be configured as the master.

Note: Controllers, when communicating with the

RSA III, are considered slaves. If the
controller is the last device in the network,
use a terminating resistor on the controller.
See Figure 22. The APM802 and
DEC 8000 controllers have a terminating
resistor located on the controller. See
Figure 36 and Figure 24.

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 APM802 Controller. On the APM802 controller, DEC 3+ Controller. Figure 27 shows the
the RS-485 connections are located on TB10 and DEC 3+ controller with P21 location and
the 120  resistor is located on the base module. Figure 28 shows the RS-485 connections.
See Figure 24. Figure 25 shows the APM802
controller with TB10 location and Figure 26
shows the RS-485 connections.

1 2 3

1
1. 120  resistor, RS-485 TT-1377
1. Main circuit board GM28725 (top view)
2. P21 for RSA III RS-485 communication connection
3. Main circuit board mounted on the controller rear panel
Figure 24 APM802 Controller Base Module Figure 27 DEC 3+ Controller RS-485 Connections

P21 Circuit Board Wire

Connector Designation Designation
P21-1 -- Black
P21-2 + White
P21-3 GND Shield
Note: When using RS-485 communication cable, connect the
1 “shield” wire at either end but not at both ends.

Figure 28 DEC 3+ Controller P21 RS-485

Connections

ADV-8892

1. RS-485 communication connections to RSA III (master)

Figure 25 RS-485 Connectors on TB10

TB10 Circuit Board Wire
Connector Designation Designation
7 (+) White
8 (--) Black
Do not connect at TB10 or base module; Shield
tape to insulate unused end.
Note: When using RS-485 communication cable, connect the
“shield” wire at the RSA III P27 connection but not at the APM802
controller/TB10 connection.

Figure 26 APM802, RS-485 Connections on TB10

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 DEC 3000 Controller. Figure 29 shows the DEC 3500 Controller. Figure 31 shows the
DEC 3000 controller with P21 location and DEC 3500 controller with TB12 location and
Figure 30 shows the RS-485 connections. Figure 32 shows the RS-485 connections.
1

1. Main logic circuit board

GM65741-
2. P21 for RSA III RS-485 communication connection

Figure 29 DEC 3000 Controller RS-485 Connectors 2

P21 Circuit Board Wire

Connector Designation Designation
P21-1 GND Shield
P21-2 (+) White
P21-3 (--) Black
P21-4 GND Shield
P21-5 (+) White
P21-6 (--) Black
Note: When using RS-485 communication cable, connect the
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“shield” wire at either end but not at both ends. 1. TB12 connection located on the generator set
2. RS-485 communication connections to RSA III (master)
Figure 30 DEC 3000 P21 RS-485 Connections
Figure 31 DEC 3500 Controller RS-485 Connectors
TB12 Circuit Board Wire
Connector Designation Designation
COM (+) (+) White
COM (--) (--) Black
Do not connect at TB12 or DEC 3500, Shield
tape to insulate unused end.
Note: When using RS-485 communication cable, connect the
“shield” wire at the RSA III P27 connection but not at the
DEC 3500 controller/TB12 connection.

Figure 32 DEC 3500 TB12 RS-485 Connections

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 DEC 550 Controller. Figure 33 shows the
RS-485 connections and Figure 34 shows the
DEC 550 controller with P20 location.

DEC 6000 Controller. Figure 33 shows the

RS-485 connections and Figure 35 shows the
DEC 6000 controller with P20 location.
P20 Circuit Board Wire
Connector Designation Designation
P20-1 GND Shield
P20-2 + White
P20-3 -- Black
Note: When using RS-485 communication cable, connect the 2
1 3 4
“shield” wire at either end but not at both ends.

Figure 33 DEC 550 and DEC 6000 Controllers P20

RS-485 Connections

TP-6750
1. Interconnect circuit board (top view)
2. P21 for PGEN communication connection
3. P20 for RSA III RS-485 communication connection
4. Main logic (microprocessor)/communication circuit board

1 2 3 4 Figure 35 DEC 6000 Controller RS-485 Connections

TT-1377
1. Main circuit board (top view)
2. P21 for KBus RS-485 communication connection
3. P20 for RSA III RS-485 communication connection
4. Main logic (microprocessor)/communication circuit board

Figure 34 DEC 550 Controller RS-485 Connections

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 DEC 8000 Controller. On the Decision-Makerr 6.4 P27, 6-pin RS-485 connections
8000, the RS-485 connections and the 120  (communication between RSA III master and
resistor are located on the base module. See RSA III slave. Select and connect the RS-485
Figure 36. wiring from the RSA III master to the RSA III
slave(s) in a daisy chain wiring configuration
Note: On the Decision-Makerr 8000, the polarity using Belden #9841 or equivalent. Figure 23
of the RS-485 connections is reversed shows the master/slave RS-485 connections and
when compared to the RSA III. Connect Figure 20 shows the RSA III with P27 location.
the black (--) wire to the B connection and See the wiring diagrams in Figure 57 to Figure 63
the white (+) wire to the A connection on for additional information regarding master/slave
the controller base box. RSAs.
Note: When using RS-485 communication Connect RS-485 wiring to 6-position Euroblock
cable, connect the “shield” wire at the plug 294619 (included) and plug into the RSA III
RSA III P27 connection but not at the circuit board. The Euroblock connector is
controller connection. Tape to insulate polarized and attaches in one position only.
unused end.
Each RSA III is shipped with a termination
resistor in the NON-TERMINATED position on
P34 connector. If there are more than five
Modbusr devices connected on the network
place the termination resistor in the last RSA
slave.
3
2 Determine the position of the termination resistor
1 4
in P34 connector based on the following
applications.
RSA III Master only or RSA III Master with
RSA III Slaves (with up to five Modbusr
1. RS-485 (2) port devices). Verify that the termination resistor is in
2. Pull up jumper
the NON-TERMINATED position on P34
A
COM
B

3. 120  resistor, RS-485

4. Pull down jumper connector on the RSA III master and slaves.
RSA III Master with RSA III Slaves (with more
than five Modbusr devices). Verify that the
Figure 36 DEC 8000 Base Box and RS-485
termination resistor is in the IN position on P34
Connectors
connector on the last RSA III slave in the daisy
chain connection. Place the termination resistor
in the NON-TERMINATED position on P34
connector on the RSA III master and all RSA III
slaves except the last RSA III slave.
Note: Controllers, when communicating with the
RSA III, are considered slaves. If the
controller is the last device in the network,
use a terminating resistor on the controller.
The APM802 and DEC 8000 controllers
have a terminating resistor located on the
controller. See Figure 36 and Figure 24.
Modbusr is a registered trademark of Schneider Electric.

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 6.5 P37, 3-pin power connections. Each RSA III P37 Power Connections
requires a 12/24-volt, 200 mA (min.) DC power P37-1 Ground
source. The RSA III voltage should match the P37-2 12/24 VDC battery input1 (not polarity sensitive)
generator set starting system. Provide an engine P37-3 12/24 VDC battery input2 (not polarity sensitive)
starting battery connection to P37. The 12- or
24-volt positive and negative wires can be Figure 37 P37 Power/CAN Connections
connected to either P37-2 or P37-3 terminals as
they are not polarity sensitive. See Figure 20 for 1
location of P37 and Figure 37 for terminal
identification.
Attach to the battery positive (+) connection at the
starter solenoid and the battery negative (--)
connection at the engine ground. Do not use
terminals 42A and 2 on the controller connection
kit terminal strip. The battery positive (+) lead
should be fuse protected.

AC adapter kit GM62466-KP1 is available to

supply 12 VDC power to a single RSA III. See 5 4 3 2
Figure 38 for components of the kit and Figure 62 1. RSA III box
2. Rubber gasket
for electrical connections to P38. 3. Power supply GM60407
4. Clamp GM60404
Note: Keep the power source deenergized at 5. Screw X-67-113 GM60399-A
this time. 6. Terminal block GM20930 (not shown)

Figure 38 AC Adapter Kit GM62466-KP1

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 6.6 P39, 3-pin isolated/non-isolated jumper. See 6.7 P40, 6-pin common fault output and horn dry
Figure 39 for P39 connections. See Figure 20 for contacts. These dry contact relays energize
the location of P39 on the RSA III. when the alarm horn sounds and activate
user-supplied devices. See Figure 40 for P40
Insulated Isolated RS-485 (default setting)
connections. See Figure 20 for the location of
Non-isolated Non-isolated RS-485
P40 on the RSA III. The dry contacts are rated at
Figure 39 P39 Isolation Jumper Connections 220 VAC @ 0.8 amps and 30 VDC @ 2 amps.
When using the DEC 3+ controller, choose the
isolated connection on the master RSA III where
the RS-485 cable shield and ground leads are
connected at the master RSA III, but are not
grounded to the RSA III circuit board. 6 1

Note: When using the DEC 550 and DEC 6000

controllers, choose the non-isolated
connection on the master RSA III where
the RS-485 cable shield and ground leads
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are connected at the master RSA III and
grounded to the RSA III circuit board. The P40 Output Connections
non-isolated connection ties the ground P40-1 Common fault relay normally closed
wire and shield (both of which are P40-2 Common fault relay common
connected to the GND terminal of terminal P40-3 Common fault relay normally open
block P27) to the same ground as the P40-4 Horn relay normally closed
RSA III circuit board. P40-5 Horn relay common
When the slave RSA III is not the only item on the P40-6 Horn relay normally open
network, use the isolated connection where the
Figure 40 P40 Common Fault Output and Alarm
RS-485 cable shield and ground leads are
Horn Dry Contacts
connected but not grounded to the RSA III circuit
board.

Note: When the slave RSA III is the only item on

the network (connects only to a Modbusr
to Ethernet converter), use the
non-isolated connection where the
RS-485 cable shield and ground leads are
connected and grounded to RSA III circuit
board.

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 6.8 P41, 8-pin input (EPS/user) connections. See 6.9 Make any additional local user-selected
Figure 20 for location of P41 on the RSA III. See connections to the RSA III P41 connector. User-
Figure 41 for P41 User Input 1--3 Connections. defined inputs can be used for any status,
See Figure 42 for P42 User Input 4--5 warning, or shutdown including open circuit
Connections (Decision-Makerr 3500 controllers breaker, air damper, etc. The user-selection
only). connections are defined in Figure 43 and
Figure 44 and include:
P41 Input/Connections
D User Input 1 (local).
P41-1 Local ATS emergency on input *
D User Input 2 (local).
P41-2 Local ATS emergency on input return *
P41-3 User input 1
D User Input 3 (local).
P41-4 User input 1 return D User Input 4 (local).
P41-5 User Input 2 D User Input 5 (local).
P41-6 User Input 2 return D ATS emergency input (local). Connect wiring
P41-7 User Input 3 from the user-supplied transfer switch (ATS)
P41-8 User Input 3 return emergency position auxiliary contacts. See the
respective ATS wiring diagram(s).
* Applies to Decision-Makerr 3+ controller only. Supplied via
Modbusr RS-485 on the Decision-Makerr 550, 3000, 3500
controllers.
Note: User-defined digital inputs #1 to #5 are
selected at the RSA III master only and
Figure 41 RSA P41User Input 1--3 Connections annunciated to the RSA III slave(s). No
user-defined digital input selection is
P42 Connections
available at the RSA III slave(s).
P42-1 User input 4
P42-2 User input 4 return Controller User Input 4 User Input 5
P42-3 User input 5 Master RSA P42-1 user- P42-2 P42-3 user- P42-4
P42-4 User input 5 return III (Local) selectable (ground) selectable (ground)
TB1-GND TB1-GND
Figure 42 RSA P42 User Input 4--5 Connections DEC 3500 TB1-DI 4
or ground
TB1-DI 5
or ground

Figure 43 RSA III Local P42 Input Connections

ATS Emergency Aux. Contacts

Controller User Input 1 User Input 2 User Input 3 for EPS Supplying Load Input
Master RSA III P41-3 user- P41-4 P41-5 user- P41-6 P41-7 user- P41-8 P41-1 on P41-2 (ground)
(Local) selectable (ground) selectable (ground) selectable (ground) RSA III on RSA III
TB5-12 on TB5-9 on TB5-3 on
TB5-6
TB5-10 on TB5-11 on comm. module, comm. module comm. module
TB5-4 TB5-5 (ground)
DEC 3+ comm. module, comm. module, user- selectable and then to and then to
(ground) (ground)
user- selectable user- selectable Also used for high battery P41-8 on P41-7 (ground)
voltage on comm. module RSA III on RSA III
TB4-7 (D7) TB4-8 (D8) TB4-10 (D10)
TB4-28 TB4-29 TB4-31
DEC 550 user-selectable user-selectable user-selectable via RS-485 via RS-485
(ground) (ground) (ground)
using Menu 9 using Menu 9 using Menu 9
TB1-GND TB1-GND TB1-GND
DEC 3000 TB1-DI 1 TB1-DI 2 TB1-DI 3 via RS-485 via RS-485
or ground or ground or ground
TB1-GND TB1-GND TB1-GND
DEC 3500 TB1-DI 1 TB1-DI 2 TB1-DI 3 via RS-485 via RS-485
or ground or ground or ground
TB4-7 (D7) TB4-8 (D8) TB4-10 (D10)
TB4-28 TB4-29 TB4-31
DEC 6000 user-selectable user-selectable user-selectable via RS-485 via RS-485
(ground) (ground) (ground)
using Menu 9 using Menu 9 using Menu 9
MPACr 750
MPACr 1000
Main logic board input #1 Main logic board input #2 — via RS-485 via RS-485
MPACr 1200
MPACr 1500

Figure 44 RSA III Local P41 Input Connections

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 6.10 APM802 Controllers only. For the user-defined 6.12 DEC 8000 Controllers only. For the
digital inputs 1 to 5 on the RSA III, use the user-defined digital inputs 1 to 5 on the RSA III,
controller digital inputs connections located on use the controller binary inputs connections
TB10. After the RSA III installation is complete, located on the customer connection block, TB1.
these digital inputs are selected with SiteTecht After the RSA III installation is complete, these
software under the Product Connection Inputs digital inputs are selected with SiteTecht
menu. Refer to the wiring diagram manual to software under the Product Connection Inputs
determine the connections on TB10 and menu. Refer to the wiring diagram manual to
Figure 45 to determine the digital input determine the connections on TB1 and to
designations. Figure 47 to determine the binary input
Digital Inputs Designation
designations and functionality.
Digital Input 1 Low Fuel Level Switch Binary Inputs Default Definitions
Digital Input 2 Breaker Open Status Binary Input 1 Auxiliary Fault Shutdown
Digital Input 3 Remote Reset Binary Input 2 Auxiliary Warning --
Always/Anytime
Digital Input 4 Aux Shutdown
Digital Input 5 High Fuel Level Switch Binary Input 3 Auxiliary Warning --
Running Only
Digital Input 6 Aux Warning
Binary Input 4 Low Coolant Level
Digital Input 7 Low Oil Level
Binary Input 5 Ground Fault Detected
Digital Input 8 Battery Charger Fault
Binary Input 6 Remote Fault Reset
Digital Input 9 Fuel Leak Alarm
Binary Input 7 Remote Generator Circuit
Digital Input 10 Idle Mode Breaker Button (close/trip)
Digital Input 11 GFCI Tripped Binary Input 8 Auxiliary Slow Stop
Digital Input 12 Remote Speed Adjust Enable
Figure 47 Binary Inputs on DEC 8000 Controller
Digital Input 13 Key Switch Enable
Digital Input 14 Load Shed Enable 6.13 Document the user-selected inputs for future
Digital Input 15 Overcrank Test
reference. If user-selected inputs 1 to 5 (remote)
are used, the user may add the identification on
Digital Input 16 Reserved for Factory Use
the RSA III front panel strip. Use a black
Figure 45 Digital Inputs on APM802 Controller permanent marker on the respective white blank
6.11 DEC 550 and DEC 6000 Controllers only. The box to identify the user input. The user can also
RSA III user inputs 1--3, when in the remote fill in the generator ID location information if
connection, are tied to the controller digital needed. Allow the marker ink to dry before
inputs. See Figure 46. handling the RSA III front panel.

If required, the user-input selection tied to digital Other methods for adding the information to the
inputs D7, D8, and/or D10 can be changed using identification strip would be to use a PC and print
Menu 9, Input Setup. Refer to the DEC 550 the information on an adhesive label or use a
(TP-6200) or DEC 6000 (TP-6750) controller label maker. The print font on the RSA III front
operation manual as needed. panel is Myriad bold 10 point. Attach the printed
label(s) to the white blank boxes on the RSA III
RSA III User Inputs Tied to DEC 550 and 6000
(Remote) Controller Digital Inputs front panel.
1 D7
2 D8
3 D10

Figure 46 RSA III Remote User Inputs with DEC 550

and DEC 6000 Controllers

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 6.14 The RSA III connected to the controller MUST be 7.2 Flush mount RSA III final installation.
assigned as the RSA III master. See Figure 48
for a summary of the EPS Supplying Load (ATS) 7.2.1 Place wall-mounting plate GM85126
annunciation sources. behind the RSA III front panel assembly
flange if not already done. See Figure 49.
Note: Does not apply to DEC 3000 controllers.
Note: The wall-mounting plate can be installed
DEC 550/DEC 6000 behind the RSA III front panel assembly
Source DEC 3+ Controller Controllers
flange even if RSA III front panel assembly
Local
(hard wired)
RSA III connection to the ATS is already wired.
Remote Communication module Controller connection
(RS-485) board connection to ATS to ATS 1
Figure 48 EPS Supplying Load (ATS) Annunciation
Sources
Use the SiteTecht software to select either that
the generator set controller activates EPS
Supplying Load LED or the transfer switch
activates LED or local EPS supplying load.
ADV-8661
Use the SiteTecht software to select the high 1. Wall-mounting plate GM85126
speed mode for direct connection to the DEC 550 Figure 49 RSA III Wall-Mounting Plate
and DEC 6000 controllers. Select lower speed
7.2.2 Align the holes of the wall-mounting plate
for network connection with the Modbusr/
with the RSA III front panel assembly to
Ethernet converter. The lower speed allows
the surface-mount box and install four self-
network functionality reducing loss of
tapping screws X-67-154. Do not tighten
communication faults.
the screws.
6.15 Replace the controller cover and hardware on the 7.2.3 Center the remote annunciator in the box
DEC 550 and DEC 6000 controllers and the and position wall-mounting plate square
access panels on the DEC 8000 and APM802 with the wall. Tighten the screws.
controllers.
7.2.4 Proceed to step 8.
7. Complete the RSA III final installation.
Proceed to either Step 7.1, Surface mount RSA III final
installation, or Step 7.2, Flush mount RSA III final
installation.
7.1 Surface mount RSA III final installation.
7.1.1 Mount the RSA III box to the wall or to the
electrical box in the wall if not already
done. Check that the box is square to the
wall; adjust as needed.
7.1.2 Position the RSA III front panel assembly
to the surface-mount box and install four
self-tapping screws X-67-154. Do not
tighten the screws.
7.1.3 Center the remote annunciator in the box
and square with the wall. Tighten the
screws.
7.1.4 Proceed to step 8.

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 8. Configure the DEC 3+ controller for the 9. Restore the generator set to service.
remote serial annunciator.
9.1 Place the generator set master switch in the
Note: After setting DIP switches to the generator OFF/RESET position (OFF mode on the
set application, be sure to power down and then Decision-Makere 8000 or Out-of-Service mode
power up the controller; either disconnect the on the APM802 controller).
battery and then reconnect the battery of the
generator set, use the prime power switch (if 9.2 Reconnect the generator set engine starting
equipped), or remove and then replace the F2 battery, negative (--) lead last.
controller fuse. The controller will NOT 9.3 Reconnect power to the battery charger, if
acknowledge the DIP switch change until after equipped.
generator set controller is powered up.
9.4 Energize the RSA III(s).
8.1 Set the controller Modbusr address to #1 by
placing DIP switches 6, 7, and 8 to the open 9.5 Place the generator set in AUTO (select AUT
position. See Figure 50. mode on the Decision--Makere 8000) for startup
by remote transfer switch or remote start/stop
switch.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
9.6 Reset alarm horns as needed.

10. Configure the APM802 controllers for the

remote serial annunciator.
OPEN
1
The APM802 is factory configured to work with the
6126
1. Push this side down to open circuit. RSA III. The APM802 controller defaults to a 19200
Figure 50 DEC 3+ Controller DIP Switches baud rate and to an address of #1. Refer to Figure 51 for
the default APM802 controller settings.
8.2 The DEC 3+ controller baud rate is fixed at
Note: The RS-485 address on the APM802 must match
19200. No change is required.
the address on the RSA III master.
8.3 If the RSA III is used with a DEC 3+ controller and
Serial Link Settings Setting Selection
it required installing a communication module
Speed 19200 bauds
board, refer to TT-1285 Program Loader
Software instructions for downloading firmware Stop bit 1
version 1.23 or higher with red controller Parity Without
board or 2.03 or higher with blue controller Function Modbus slave
board. Slave number
1 (must match address on the
RSA III master)
8.4 Replace the controller cover and hardware.
Figure 51 APM802 Configuration

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 11. Configure the DEC 550 and DEC 6000 12. Configure the DEC 3000/DEC 3500
controllers for the remote serial controllers for the remote serial
annunciator. annunciator.
Note: Refer to the DEC 550 (TP-6200) or DEC 6000 The Decision-Makerr 3000 and 3500 controllers default
(TP-6750) controller operation manual as to a 19200 baud rate and to a Modbusr address #1. If
needed. the Modbusr settings need to be altered, use
SiteTecht software to make the configuration changes.
11.1 Replace the controller cover and hardware.
11.2 Press the Reset Menu key on the controller 13. Configure the DEC 8000 controllers for
keypad. the remote serial annunciator.
11.3 Go to Menu 14, Programming Mode, and press On the Decision-Makerr 8000 controller, use the
the down arrow key to Programming Mode. controller menus to change the setpoints shown in
Figure 52. Refer to the controller operation manual for
If Programming Mode—Local is shown, go to instructions on changing settings.
step 11.8.
For RS-485 port 2, the internal converter must be
If Programming Mode—Local is NOT shown, enabled and the Modbusr communication speed must
press the right arrow key to select Local. Press be set to 19200 bps.
YES and the Enter key.
Setpoints Setting Selection

11.4 Enter the access code. The factory default Contr. address 1 (default)
access code is the number 0. Press the Enter RS232(2) mode 0 - DIRECT (default)
key. RS232(2) MBCSpd 1 - 19200
RS485(2) conv. ENABLED (default)
11.5 Press the Reset Menu key on the controller
keypad. Figure 52 DEC 8000 Configuration

11.6 Go to Menu 6, Time and Date, and set the correct

time and date. SiteTecht Software Settings
11.7 Press the Reset Menu key on the controller After the RSA III master and RSA III slaves are installed,
keypad. use the SiteTecht software to set up each RSA III.
11.8 Go to Menu 13, Communications, and press the Note: The RSA III requires a power source to P37. Use
right arrow key to Protocol—Modbusr. either the engine starting batteries or a 120 VAC
11.9 Set the controller Modbusr address to #1 by to 12 VDC adapter when programming changes.
pressing the down arrow key to Address. Enter
The following information assumes the technician has
number 1 and the Enter key.
downloaded the SiteTecht software from Tech Tools
11.10 Press the down arrow key to Baud Rate. onto a PC laptop and is connected to the respective
RSA III using a USB 2.0 cable, A Male to Mini B Male, 5
If 19200 is shown, go to step 11.12. pin.
If 19200 is NOT shown, press the right arrow key
See Figure 53 for SiteTecht software sample screen.
to select 19200. Press YES and the Enter key.
The shaded entries are read only. The top of the screen
11.11 Press the Reset Menu key on the controller provides the user with the ability to update firmware and
keypad. reset to factory defaults. There is a pull down screen for
showing parameters with expand all and collapse all
11.12 Go to Menu 14, Programming Mode, and press features. The user can cut, copy, and/or paste entries
the down arrow key to Programming Mode— and then either apply or discard the changes.
Local.
11.13 Press the right arrow key to Programing Mode-
Off. Press YES and the Enter key,
11.14 Enter the access code. The factory default
access code is the number 0. Press the Enter
key. Modbusr is a registered trademark of Schneider Electric.

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 The Menu List Summary indicates the various displays during the setup. The RSA III default settings and
within the SiteTecht software screens. Some displays ranges provide guidelines. Non-adjustable user-
are read only while other fields require user input to set defined settings are factory-set or firmware controlled.
up the RSA III. See Figure 54.
The SiteTecht software has four fields of information
The User-Defined Settings (Figure 55) indicate the (Identity, Modbusr, Product Connections, and Product
ranges and default values for each selection. Value Connection Inputs). The following information provides
entries outside the setting range are not accepted by the a summary of the purpose of the four fields.
firmware. Use the table to record user-defined settings

Identity Modbus Product Connections Product Connection

(Read only) (Read/Write) (Read/Write) Inputs (Read/Write)
D Vendor D Modbus Baud Rate D Connected GenSet D EPS Supplying Load
D Product D Is Modbus Master? d Product Indicator
D Firmware Version D Modbus Slave Address d Address D Digital Input 1
D Modbus Timeout Factor d Timeout d Source
D Received Modbus * D Connected ATS d Event Level
Message Count * d Connected D Digital Input 2
D Modbus Error Count * d Product d Source
d Address d Event Level
* Read only d Timeout D Digital Input 3
D Connected Annunciator 1 d Source
d Product d Event Level
d Address D Digital Input 4
d Timeout d Source
D Connected Annunciator 2 d Event Level
d Product D Digital Input 5
d Address d Source
d Timeout d Event Level
D Connected Annunciator 3
d Product
d Address
d Timeout
D Connected Annunciator 4
d Product
d Address
d Timeout
D Connected Annunciator 5
d Product
d Address
d Timeout

Figure 54 Menu List Summary

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 Display or Default Alarm User-Defined
Selection Description Selection Setting Range Lamp Horn Settings
Identity
Vendor Kohler Company Not adjustable
Product RSA III Not adjustable
Firmware Version 1.0.9 Not adjustable
Modbus
Modbus Baud Rate (kbps) 19.2 9.6, 19.2, 38.4, or 57.6
Is Modbus Master? True True or False
Modbus Slave Address 246 1--247
Modbus Timeout Factor (1--fast, 10 slow) 5 1--10
Received Modbus Message Count # Not adjustable
Modbus Error Count # Not adjustable
Product Connections
Connected GenSet Product none See Controller List *
Connected GenSet Address 1 1--247
Connected GenSet Timeout 45 seconds w 1--120 seconds
Connected ATS Product none See ATS List [
Connected ATS Address 2 1--247
Connected ATS Timeout 45 seconds w 1--120 seconds
Connected (Slave) Annunciator 1 Product none See Annunciator List ]
Connected (Slave) Annunciator 1 Address 3 (If RSA 1000, then 247) 1--247
Connected (Slave) Annunciator 1 Timeout 45 seconds w 1--120 seconds
Connected (Slave) Annunciator 2 Product none See Annunciator List ]
Connected (Slave) Annunciator 2 Address 4 (If RSA 1000, then 247) 1--247
Connected (Slave) Annunciator 2 Timeout 45 seconds w 1--120 seconds
Connected (Slave) Annunciator 3 Product none See Annunciator List ]
Connected (Slave) Annunciator 3 Address 5 (If RSA 1000, then 247) 1--247
Connected (Slave) Annunciator 3 Timeout 45 seconds w 1--120 seconds
Connected (Slave) Annunciator 4 Product none See Annunciator List ]
Connected (Slave) Annunciator 4 Address 6 (If RSA 1000, then 247) 1--247
Connected (Slave) Annunciator 4 Timeout 45 seconds w 1--120 seconds
Connected (Slave) Annunciator 5 Product none See Annunciator List ]
Connected (Slave) Annunciator 5 Address 7 (If RSA 1000, then 247) 1--247
Connected (Slave) Annunciator 5 Timeout 45 seconds w 1--120 seconds
Product Connections Inputs
Local (hardwired),
EPS Supplying Load Indicator Generator Generator, or ATS
Local (hardwired),
Digital Input 1 Source Local Generator, or ATS
Warning--Yellow, Yes (if
Digital Input 1 Event Level Warning Warning or Fault Fault--Red Fault)
Local (hardwired),
Digital Input 2 Source Local Generator, or ATS
Warning--Yellow, Yes (if
Digital Input 2 Event Level Warning Warning or Fault Fault--Red Fault)
Local (hardwired),
Digital Input 3 Source Local Generator, or ATS
Warning--Yellow, Yes (if
Digital Input 3 Event Level Warning Warning or Fault Fault--Red Fault
Local (hardwired),
Digital Input 4 Source Local Generator, or ATS
Warning--Yellow, Yes (if
Digital Input 4 Event Level Warning Warning or Fault Fault--Red Fault
Local (hardwired),
Digital Input 5 Source Local Generator, or ATS
Warning--Yellow, Yes (if
Digital Input 5 Event Level Warning Warning or Fault Fault--Red Fault
* Controller List includes: Decision-Makerr 3+, 550, 3000, 3500, 6000, 8000, APM802, or KPC 1000.
[ ATS List includes: None, MPACr 750, MPACr 1000, MPACr 1200, or MPACr 1500.
] Annunciator List includes: None, RSA 1000, RSA II, or RSA III.
w The SiteTecht software may have a different default setting for selected devices.
Figure 55 User-Defined Settings
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 Identity addresses based on the range of 1--247. In addition,
each field creates addresses for each of the RSA III
The identity field provides the user read only information slaves. Up to five slaves can be driven by one RSA III
including the Firmware (Software) Version. Record master.
this number for upgrading firmware when
troubleshooting. The Modbusr Timeout period is separately assignable
for each device. The timeout period is a user-selectable
entry of 1--120 seconds with the default setting of
Modbusr 15 seconds. Increase the timeout factor as needed
The Modbusr Baud Rate is selectable and must be the when working with a slow or unstable network to prevent
same for all connected devices. The Modbusr field interruption or nuisance timeouts.
establishes the RSA III as a master or slave. Enter true The Connected ATS parameter indicates if the RSA III
or false to the Is Modbus Master? line item. When used should expect an ATS on the network at the address
as a slave, create a Modbusr Slave Address to specified. When set to True, the RSA III notifies the user
identify this RSA III on the Modbusr network. when it cannot communicate with the ATS. If the RSA III
The Modbusr Timeout Factor is a user-selectable auto-detection logic finds an ATS on the network, the
entry of 1 (fast)--10 (slow) with the default setting of 5. RSA III sets the ATS connected parameter to True and
Typically the default setting will provide adequate saves the setting. Should the ATS be removed from the
system performance. The user may increase/decrease network for some reason, set this parameter back to
the timeout factor as needed to optimize the RSA III with False.
the network system.
Product Connection Inputs
Line items Received Modbusr Message Count and
Modbusr Error Count indicate the performance of the The product connection input field provides the user
network. Showing Modbusr Error Count instances is with choices to show selected status, warning, or
typical of some network communications and not a shutdown faults. EPS supplying load and three digital
reason for concern. inputs are available for monitoring.
For EPS Supplying Load Indicator connections, refer
Product Connections to Figure 56 to select the EPS source.
The generator set and ATS product IDs are no longer The Source can be from the generator set, ATS, or
user configurable. The IDs are recognized by the (local) hardwired directly to the RSA III. Refer to
RSA III at the specified Modbus address. See Figure 56.
Figure 53.
Select the Event Level as either a warning (yellow light)
The product connection field requires three entries or fault shutdown (red light).
(Product, Address, and Timeout).
This field also provides an Events Log which is a history
The device description or Product identifies what type of faults that the RSA III encounters while energized.
of device is connected to the RSA III master such as a The generator set may or may not be running at the time
generator set, transfer switch (ATS), or RSA III slave(s). of the event. Review the Events Log for a summary of
the performance of the network communication.
Each connection requires a unique Address. Change
the default setting as needed to create different

Modbusr is a registered trademark of Schneider Electric.

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 Connection Type Controller Step Operation Manual Other Information
EPS Supplying Load 6.8 ATS emergency aux. contact connections
Remote APM802 6.10 TP--7070 Wiring diagram for the respective generator
(Generator Set) set
(Local) hardwired Decision-Makerr 3+ 6.9 TP-6161 (Industrial) or TP-6441 Wiring diagram for the respective generator
(Marine) set
Remote Decision-Makerr 550 6.11 TP-6200 (Industrial) or TP-6441 Wiring diagram for the respective generator
(Generator Set) (Marine) set
(Local) hardwired Decision-Makerr 3000 6.9 TP-6694 Wiring diagram for the respective generator
set
(Local) hardwired Decision-Makerr 3500 6.9 TP-6914 (Industrial) or TP-6861 Wiring diagram for the respective generator
(Marine) set
Remote Decision-Makerr 6000 6.11 TP-6750 Wiring diagram for the respective generator
(Generator Set) set
Remote Decision-Makerr 8000 6.12 TP-6990 Wiring diagram for the respective generator
(Generator Set) set
(Local) hardwired KPC 1000 6.9 TP-6427 and TP-6471 (Software) Wiring diagram for the respective generator
set
Remote (ATS) MPACr 1000 6.9 TP-6126 Model KCT/KCP ATS
Remote (ATS) MPACr 1500 6.9 Model KCS/KCP/KCC/KBS/KBP/KBC/KGS/
TP-6714
KGP/KSS/KSP/KEP ATS
Remote (ATS) Decision-Makerr 6.9 TP-6865 Model KSS ATS
MPACr 750
Remote (ATS) Decision-Makerr 6.9 TP-6866 Model KCS/KCP/KCC/KSS/KSP ATS
MPACr 1200
Remote (ATS) Decision-Makerr 6.9 TP-6883 Model KCS/KCP/KCC/KBS/KBP/KBC/KGS/
MPACr 1500 KGP/KEP ATS

Figure 56 Product Connection Input Instructions

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 Figure 57 RSA III Wiring Diagram GM62554A-J
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 Figure 58 RSA III Wiring Diagram GM62554B-J
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 Figure 59 RSA III Wiring Diagram GM62554C-J
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 Figure 60 RSA III Wiring Diagram GM62554D-J
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 Figure 61 RSA III Wiring Diagram GM62554E-J
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 Figure 62 RSA III Wiring Diagram GM62554F-J
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 Figure 63 RSA III Wiring Diagram GM62554G-J
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 Figure 64 RSA III Interconnection Diagram ADV-6990A-H
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 Figure 65 RSA III Interconnection Diagram ADV-6990B-H
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 Parts List
Remote Serial Annunciator Kits and Communication Module Kit
Remote Serial Annunciator Kits GM91356
Decision-Makerr 3+ RSA Kits
Standard RSA Kits with communication module KPC 1000 RSA Kits
-KP1, -KP2, -KP3,
-S1: -S2: -S3: -S4: -S5: -S6: -S7: -S8: -S9:
Qty. Description No ATS One ATS Four ATS No ATS One ATS Four ATS No ATS One ATS Four ATS
1 Ribbon cable, GM21340 GM21340 GM21340
10-position
1 Ribbon cable, GM32632 GM32632 GM32632
24-position
3 Spacer, 8-32 x 5/8 GM32633 GM32633 GM32633
male-female
1 Communication GM49791-1 GM49791-1 GM49791-1
module board
1 Harness, comm. HBV GM35318 GM35318 GM35318
wiring
1 Remote serial GM85132 GM85131 GM85127 GM85132 GM85131 GM85127 GM85132 GM85131 GM85127
annunciator overlay
5 Screw, plastic GM23307 GM23307 GM23307 GM23307 GM23307 GM23307 GM23307 GM23307 GM23307
self-tapping
1 Board, main logic GM86125 GM86125 GM86125 GM86125 GM86125 GM86125 GM86125 GM86125 GM86125
2 Euroblock plug, GM62619 GM62619 GM62619 GM62619 GM62619 GM62619 GM62619 GM62619 GM62619
6-position
1 Euroblock plug, GM62699 GM62699 GM62699 GM62699 GM62699 GM62699 GM62699 GM62699 GM62699
8-position
1 Bezel GM85134 GM85134 GM85134 GM85134 GM85134 GM85134 GM85134 GM85134 GM85134
1 Box, RSA III GM85125 GM85125 GM85125 GM85125 GM85125 GM85125 GM85125 GM85125 GM85125
1 Connector plug, 337131 337131 337131
6-position
4 Screw, self-tapping X-6071-7 X-6071-7 X-6071-7 X-6071-7 X-6071-7 X-6071-7 X-6071-7 X-6071-7 X-6071-7
3 Washer, #8 lock X-22-7 X-22-7 X-22-7
1 Harness, pigtail GM60452 GM60452 GM60452
1 Connector plug, 30712 30712 30712
15-position
1 Plate, wall-mounting GM85126 GM85126 GM85126 GM85126 GM85126 GM85126 GM85126 GM85126 GM85126

Communication Module Kit

Qty. Description GM32644-KP1
1 Ribbon cable, 10-position GM21340
1 Communication module board GM49791-1
1 Ribbon cable, 24-position GM32632
3 Spacer, 8-32 x 5/8 male-female GM32633
3 Washer, #8 lock X-22-7
1 Harness, communication HBV wiring GM35318

AC Adapter Kit
Qty. Description GM62466-KP1
1 Clamp, power supply GM60404
1 Supply, power GM60407
1 Screw, hex X-67-113
1 Block, terminal GM20930
1 Gasket, rubber —

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 KOHLER CO., Kohler, Wisconsin 53044 USA Kohler Power Systems
Phone 920-457-4441, Fax 920-459-1646 Asia Pacific Headquarters
For the nearest sales and service outlet in the 7 Jurong Pier Road
US and Canada, phone 1-800-544-2444 Singapore 619159
KOHLERPower.com Phone (65) 6264-6422, Fax (65) 6264-6455

Availability is subject to change without notice. Kohler Co. reserves the

right to change the design or specifications without notice and without any
obligation or liability whatsoever. Contact your local Kohlerr generator
set distributor for availability.
 2014 and 2017 by Kohler Co. All rights reserved.

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