Operator Manual

6CTAA8.3 Engine with PowerCommand® Control

1301
C180 D6
C200 D5
C200 D6
C220 D5
C225 D6
C250 D5
C200 D2R

English - Original Instructions 11-2009 A030F382 (Issue 1)

Table of Contents
1. ENGINE OVERVIEW ...................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Engine Data ............................................................................................................................. 1

2. CONTROL SYSTEM - PCC 1301 ................................................................................................... 9

2.1 Control System Description ..................................................................................................... 9

3. GLOBAL ADDRESSES................................................................................................................. 11

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1 Engine Overview
This section provides an overview of the engine.

1.1 Engine Data

1.1.1 Engine Identification Plate
Each engine is provided with a Data Plate as shown below. This provides information unique to
the engine.
The engine data plate shows specific information about your engine.

The Engine Serial Number (ESN) (1) and Control Parts List (CPL) (2) provide information for
ordering parts and service needs.

NOTE: The engine data plate must not be changed unless approved by Cummins
Engine Company Inc.

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Key Description
1. Engine Serial Number (ESN)
2. Control Parts List (CPL)
3. Model
4. Horsepower and rpm Rating

1.1.2 Engine Diagrams

The following illustrations show the locations of the major external engine components, filters,
and other service and maintenance points on a typical QSX15 engine. Some external
components will be at different locations for different engine models.

1.1.2.1 Engine Views

1.1.2.1.1 Front View

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Key Description
1. Automatic Belt Tensioner
2. Water Pump
3. Vibration Damper and Crankshaft Pulley
4. 8 Rib Polyvee K Section Belt
5. Front Gear Cover
6. Fuel Pump Drive Cover
7. Fan Pulley

1.1.2.1.2 Rear View

Key Description
1. Rear Engine Lifting Eye
2. Magnetic Pickup Tap
3. Accessory Drive Cover
4. Flywheel Housing
5. Flexplate Mounting Holes
6. Starter Solenoid
7. Starter
8. Pilot Bearing Bore
9. Flywheel
10. Double Lip Seal

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1.1.2.1.3 Left View

Key Description
1. Turbocharger
2. Turbocharger Oil Return
3. Coolant Heater Location
4. 1/2 NPTF (Coolant)
5. Starter
6. Optional Turbocharger Oil Return
7. Optional Dipstick Location
8. Optional Sump Location
9. Turbocharger Oil Supply
10. Coolant Outlet
11. Water Filter
12. 1/8 NPTF (Oil)
13. Alternator
14. 3/4 NPTF (Coolant)
15. 1/2 NPTF (Coolant)
16. Coolant Inlet
17. Oil Pressure Regulator
18. Spin-On Oil Filter

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19. Oil Heater Location

20. Oil Drain

1.1.2.1.4 Right View

Key Description
1. Intake Manifold
2. Oil Fill
3. High Pressure Fuel Lines
4. Engine Data Plate
5. Fuel Injection Pump
6. Fuel Shutoff Soleniod
7. Secondary Oil Fill
8. Dipstick
9. Oil Drain
10. Oil Heater Tap
11. 1/8 NPTF (Oil)
12. Fuel Lift Pump
13. Water Separator
14. Fuel Filter
15. 1/2 NPTF (Water)
16. Fuel Injector Nozel

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17. Fuel Return Line

18. 1/4 NPTF (Air)
19. 1/2 NPTF Air
20. M22x1.50-6H (Air)

1.1.3 Acoustic Information

1.1.3.1 Acoustic Information (1500 rpm)
TABLE 1. ACOUSTIC DATA (1500 RPM)

Model C200 D5 C220 D5 C250 D5 C200 D2R

Engine 6CTAA8.3G1 6CTAA8.3G1 6CTAA8.3G2 6CTAA8.3G2
Enclosed Set Acoustic Data – LWA 96 96 96 95
(Based on using a standard Cummins’ canopy,
and 50 Hz set operating with doors closed) 1, 2
Open Set Acoustic Data – dB(A) at 1m 3 – SPL 107.5 107.5 105.7 N/A
(or enclosed set with doors open)
In line with the Cummins Power Generation policy of continuous improvement, these figures are subject to change.
For Noise Spectrum Figures, refer also to your authorised distributor.
3. Based on 110% load
2. Based on 75% load
1. Doors closed figures are measured using 2000/14/EC guaranteed sound power levels

1.1.3.2 Acoustic Information (1800 rpm)

TABLE 2. ACOUSTIC DATA (1800 RPM)

Model C180 D6 C200 D6 C225 D6 C200 D2R

Engine 6CTAA8.3G1 6CTAA8.3G1 6CTAA8.3G2 6CTAA8.3G2
Enclosed Set Acoustic Data – LWA 103 103 103 95
(Based on using a standard Cummins’ canopy,
and 60 Hz set operating with doors closed) 1, 2
Open Set Acoustic Data – dB(A) at 1m 3 – SPL 109.5 109.5 105.4 N/A
(or enclosed set with doors open)
1. Doors closed figures are measured using 2000/14/EC guaranteed sound power levels
2. Based on 75% load
3. Based on 110% load
For Noise Spectrum Figures, refer also to your authorised distributor.
In line with the Cummins Power Generation policy of continuous improvement, these figures are subject to change.

1.1.4 Engine Fuel Consumption (L/hr)

Model C200 D5 C220 D5 C250 D5
Engine 6CTAA8.3G1/2 6CTAA8.3G1 6CTAA8.3G1/2
Engine Performance Data 45 50 57
at 50Hz1

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1. Standby/Full Load
Refer to Data Sheets for other applicationsIn line with the CPGK policy of continuous improvement these figures are
subject to change.

Model C180 D6 C200 D6 C225 D6

Engine 6CTAA8.3G1 6CTAA8.3G1 6CTAA8.3G2
Engine Performance Data 53 59 68
at 60Hz1
1. Standby/Full Load
Refer to Data Sheets for other applicationsIn line with the CPGK policy of continuous improvement these figures are
subject to change.

Model C200 D2R

Engine 6CTAA8.3G2
1
Engine Performance Data at 50Hz/60Hz 38
1. 75%/Prime Load
Refer to Data Sheets for other applicationsIn line with the CPGK policy of continuous improvement these figures are
subject to change.

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2 Control System - PCC 1301
2.1 Control System Description
The PCC1301 control consists of a control module with integral AVR, and a separate display
module. These units are contained within the control housing which is mounted on the
bedframe, to the left of the alternator at the rear of the generator.
The control module is a micro-processor based control unit for monitoring and protecting the
generator set in a stand-alone situation (non paralleling). All indicators, control buttons and the
display screen are on the face of the display module as illustrated in Figure 1.
The control system is used to start and stop the generator set, and provides full generator set
monitoring capability from the display screen. It monitors the engine for temperature, oil
pressure and speed, and provides voltage and current metering. In the event of a fault the unit
will indicate the fault type and automatically shut down the generator set on critical faults.
There are two fault level signals generated by the control system as follows:
1. Warning: - signals an imminent or non-critical fault for the engine. The control provides an
indication only for this condition.
2. Shutdown: - signals a potentially critical fault for the engine. The control will
immediately take the engine off-load and automatically shut it down.
The standard control system operates on 12V DC battery power. The auxiliary equipment
operates on LV AC power. The history data is stored in non-volatile memory and will not be
deleted due to loss of battery power.

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1. Display Module
2. Emergency Stop Button
3. Alarm Module (Option)

FIGURE 1. CONTROL PANEL

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3 Global Addresses
NORTH AMERICA EMEA, CIS ASIA PACIFIC
Cummins Power Generation Limited Cummins Power Generation Limited Cummins Power Generation Limited
1400 73rd Ave. NE Columbus Avenue 10 Toh Guan Road #07-01
Minneapolis, MN 55432 USA Manston Park TT International Tradepark
Manston, Ramsgate Singapore 608838
Kent CT12 5BF
United Kingdom
Phone 1 763 574 5000 Phone 44 1843 255000 Phone 65 6417 2388
Toll Free 1 800 888 6626 Fax 44 1843 255902 Fax 65 6417 2399
Fax 1 763 574 5298

BRAZIL CHINA INDIA

Rua Jati, 310, Cumbica
Guarulhos, SP 07180-900
Brazil
Phone 55 11 2186 4195
Fax 55 11 2186 4729
8 Wanyuan Street 35A/1/2, Erandawana
Beijing Econiomic and Technological Pune 411 038
Dev. Area India
Beijing 100176
P.R. China
Phone 86 10 6788 2258 Phone 91 020 6602 7525
Fax 86 10 6788 2285 Fax 91 020 6602 8090

LATIN AMERICA MEXICO

3350 Southwest 148th Ave.
Suite 205
Miramar, FL 33027
USA
Phone 1 954 431 551
Fax 1 954 433 5797
Eje 122 No. 200 Zona Industrial
San Luis Potosi, S.L.P. 78395
Mexico
Phone 52 444 870 6700
Fax 52 444 824 0082

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