B M S

AutoChief C20
Propulsion Control System
Final Drawing and

Instruction Manual
HHI 2150/1/2/3, 2170/1/2/3
(AC-C20, WARTSILA 12RT-flex96C-B)
WORLD CLASS through people, technology and dedication
Kongsberg AutoChiefC20
Sulzer RT-Flex Engines
Fixed Pitch Propeller
Instruction Manual
314812/D
August 2009
Document history
Document number: 314812
Rev. D
August 2009
New BridgeWing unit. Hardware configuration drawings

corrected. Shaft Generator Control mode and Speed prog descr
updated.
The reader
This instruction manual for the AutoChiefC20 Propulsion Control System is intended as a guide for the
ships personnel while operating the engine on a daily basis in transit between ports, assuming a standard
configuration for Sulzer RT-Flex Engines with Fixed Pitch Propeller. Any significant changes in system
parameters and maintenance should be handled by design and installation engineers at the shipyard, in
accordance with installation drawings applicable to the vessel.
Note
The information contained in this document remains the sole property of Kongsberg Maritime AS. No
part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form or by any means, and the information
contained within it is not to be communicated to a third party, without the prior written consent of
Kongsberg Maritime AS.
Kongsberg Maritime AS endeavours to ensure that all information in this document is correct and fairly
stated, but does not accept liability for any errors or omissions.
Warning
The equipment to which this manual applies must only be used for the purpose for which it was
designed. Improper use or maintenance may cause damage to the equipment and/or injury to personnel.
The user must be familiar with the contents of the appropriate manuals before attempting to operate
or work on the equipment.
Kongsberg Maritime disclaims any responsibility for damage or injury caused by improper installation,
use or maintenance of the equipment.
Comments
To assist us in making improvements to the product and to this manual, we welcome comments and
constructive criticism.
e-mail: km.documentation@kongsberg.com
Instruction Manual
Table of contents
Admonitions .............................................................................................................6
Glossary....................................................................................................................7
1
ABOUT THIS MANUAL ....................................................... 9
2
2.1
2.2
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION............................................ 10
Remote Control System Functional Description....................................................10
AutoChiefC20 Control Panel (ACP)...................................................................13
Display ...................................................................................................... 14
Multifunctional knob................................................................................... 15
Cancel functions ......................................................................................... 15
Alarm Acknowledge and In Command functions .......................................... 15
2.3
AutoChiefC20 Combined Lever and Telegraph Unit (LTU)...............................16

Lever Function ........................................................................................... 16
Emergency Stop Pushbutton ........................................................................ 17
Sub-Telegraph Functions ............................................................................. 17
Command transfer Functions ....................................................................... 18
2.4
AutoChiefC20 Bridge Wing Control Unit (BWU) .............................................19

Bridge Wing with CAN instruments............................................................. 19
Bridge Wing with LCD display.................................................................... 24
2.5
2.6
2.7
AutoChiefC20 Pushbutton Telegraph (PBT) ......................................................26

AutoChiefC20 Order Printer (optional) ..............................................................27
Manual Control Panel.............................................................................................28
Functions and indicators.............................................................................. 28
2.8
Local manual control box.......................................................................................30

Functions and indicators.............................................................................. 31
2.9
Remote control system functions ...........................................................................32

Engine state, start Interlock/Fail/Block ......................................................... 32
Starting the Main Engine............................................................................. 35
Reversing thrust.......................................................................................... 37
Stopping the Main Engine ........................................................................... 38
Engine operation modes .............................................................................. 39
VIT/FQS control function ........................................................................... 42
Remote control system auxiliary functions ................................................... 44
RPM control function.................................................................................. 45
Limiters ACP display.................................................................................. 52
2.10 Safety system functions..........................................................................................53

Safety function Shut down........................................................................... 53
Safety function Slow Down ......................................................................... 55
2.11 Distributed Processing Unit (DPU) ........................................................................57
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3.1
3.2
OPERATION .................................................................... 58
Guide to the Graphic Pages ....................................................................................59
Operation from Bridge ...........................................................................................62
Start engine ahead....................................................................................... 62
Stop engine ................................................................................................ 64
Start engine astern ...................................................................................... 65
Crash astern................................................................................................ 66
3.3
Operation from ECR ..............................................................................................67

Preparing engine for start in ECR................................................................. 67
Start engine ahead....................................................................................... 69
Stop engine ................................................................................................ 70
Start engine astern ...................................................................................... 72
Manual operation from ECR........................................................................ 73
3.4
Operation from Local Stand ...................................................................................77

Local panels ............................................................................................... 77
Set ahead thrust .......................................................................................... 78
Stop engine ................................................................................................ 79
Emergency Stop.......................................................................................... 79
Set astern thrust .......................................................................................... 80
Cancel functions ......................................................................................... 80
3.5
Command Transfer .................................................................................................81

Control position ACP mimic........................................................................ 81
Command transfer Functions ....................................................................... 82
Command transfer Bridge Wing................................................................... 83
Command transfer between Bridge and ECR ................................................ 84
Command transfer ECR Back-up ................................................................. 86
Command transfer to Local stand................................................................. 87
3.6
Advanced Operation...............................................................................................88
Safety System............................................................................................. 88
Engine State ............................................................................................... 95
Engine Modes............................................................................................. 96
Engine Limiters .......................................................................................... 97
Date & Time setting.................................................................................... 99
Engine Data.............................................................................................. 100
User Access.............................................................................................. 100
Parameter Change..................................................................................... 102
Node configuration ................................................................................... 103
WECS 9520 ............................................................................................. 106
Lever fine tuning........................................................................................111
Lever calibration........................................................................................113
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4.1
MAINTENANCE .............................................................. 116

Preventive maintenance........................................................................................ 117
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Maintenance intervals ................................................................................117

Weekly maintenance ..................................................................................118
3monthly maintenance .............................................................................118
6monthly maintenance .............................................................................118
Yearly maintenance....................................................................................118
4.2
Troubleshooting.................................................................................................... 119
Troubleshooting Distributed Processing Units..............................................119
Troubleshooting for AutoChiefC20 Control Panel (ACP).......................... 122
Troubleshooting the Servo System (DSU and ELACT) ............................... 123
4.3
Replacement of Units ...........................................................................................124

Safety Rules ............................................................................................. 124
HMI units of the AutoChiefC20 Propulsion Control System ..................... 125
Distributed Processing Units, MEI, DGU, ESU, dPSC, RPMU .................... 126
Motor Control Unit in the Digital Servo Unit (DSU) ................................... 129
Printers .................................................................................................... 130
ELACT .................................................................................................... 130
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Admonitions
The following admonitions found throughout this manual mark special messages to alert
the user of specific information concerning of the personnel, the equipment or the process.
WARNING
Text set off in this manner provides a warning notice that failure to
follow the directions in this WARNING can result in bodily harm or
loss of life and/or extensive damage to equipment.
Caution
Text set off in this manner provides a warning notice that failure to follow
the directions in this CAUTION can result in damage to equipment.
Note
Text set off in this manner presents clarifying information or specific instructions
pertinent to the immediate instruction.
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Glossary
ACC20
AutoChiefC20
ACK
Acknowledge
ACP
AutoChief Control Panel
BWU
Bridge Wing control Unit
CAN
Controller Area Network
DENIS
Diesel Engine CoNtrol and Optimizing Specification
DGU
Digital Governor Unit
DPU
Distributed Processing Unit
ECR
Engine/Electric Control Room
ESU
Engine Safety Unit
FPP
Fixed Pitch Propeller
FQS
Fuel Quantity Setting
GMT
Greenwich Mean Time see also UTC
I/O
Input/Output
KM
Kongsberg Maritime
LCD
Liquid Crystal Display
LED
Light Emitting Diode
LTU
Lever Telegraph Unit
MCR
Maximum Continuous RPM
MEI
Main Engine Interface unit
MPD
Multi Purpose Display
MPP
Multi Purpose Panel
NOx
Nitrogen Oxides (combustion gasses)
PBT
PushButton Telegraph unit
PCS
Propulsion Control System
PSS
Process Segment Starcoupler Module
RCS
Remote Control System
RPM
Rotations pr Minute
SHD
SHutDown
SLD
SLowDown
UPS
Un-interruptible Power Supply
UTC
Coordinated Universal Time similar to Greenwich Mean Time
VIT
Variable Injection Timing
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About this manual
1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL

This Instruction Manual is written for the AutoChiefC20 for
Sulzer RT-Flex Engines with Fixed Pitch Propeller.
The intention with this manual is to explain the functionality for
each major component and the total system as it is configured for
each system.
How to operate the system is described in a manner where we
assume that the system is in operation and that normal operations
shall be carried out. This manual is not made for advanced
troubleshooting.
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2 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
2.1 Remote Control System Functional Description
The Kongsberg Maritime C20 Marine Automation system
consists of, among others the AutoChiefC20 Propulsion Control
System. Modular design allows flexibility in configuration of
the system to individual requirements, covering the whole range
from standard propulsion configurations to highly advanced twin
or quadruple engine installations with high, medium or low speed
engines connected to reduction, reversing gear or variable pitch
propellers. This system may be a part of a total integrated ship
control system consisting of other sub-systems.
Systems such as:
Alarm and monitoring system.
Auxiliary and bow/azimuth thruster control systems.
Power management system.
Ballast automation system.
HVAC (air conditioning).
Management support and Green Ship performance.
The system is based on Kongsberg Maritime unified automation
concept, where each individual ship configuration is built up
using standard modules communicating on CAN- and local area
networks. The system is configurable for all ship types.
The AutoChiefC20 Propulsion Control System is designed
for remote control of the main engine from the combined
telegraph and manoeuvring lever located next to the ACP in the
wheelhouse and engine control room. By moving this lever, the
system will automatically start, reverse, stop and speed-set the
main engine. Dedicated levers may be added to operate auxiliary
and bow/azimuth thruster control systems.
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Functional Description
Component overview of the AutoChiefC20 Propulsion Control

System for a standard configuration for Sulzer RT-Flex Engines
with Fixed Pitch Propeller. See project diagrams for details of
the actual installation on your ship.
PORT WING
STB. WING
BRIDGE
Bridge Wing
Manoeuvring Unit
Order
Printer
Bridge Wing
Manoeuvring Unit
Bridge Manoeuvring
Unit
............................
.................
Dual CAN
CONTROL ROOM
Control Room Manoeuvring Unit
Manual ECR
Control
Dual CAN
ENGINE ROOM
Dual CAN
E10
DGU
Digital
Governor
Unit
DGU
DGU
MEI
E25
Engine
Safety Unit
Shut Down
ESU
Dual overspeed Lines

(Hardwired)
Local Control Panel

with Engine Telegraph
E110
Dual RPM Units

(Including
overspeed system)
E120
Fixed Pitch
Propeller
RPM
Detectors
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Sulzer RT - Flex
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The main components of the AutoChiefC20 Propulsion Control

System are:
Control panels
Remote control system
Engine telegraph system
Engine safety system
Digital governor system
Manoeuvring recorder
Distributed processing units
AutoChiefC20 complies with the requirements of IMO, local
maritime authorities, IACS, and eleven classification societies.
It is designed to meet the classification societies requirements
for periodically unmanned engine room operation. The system
conforms to all rules and regulations, and all modules are
type approved. The system incorporates the latest advances in
hardware and software technology.
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2.2 AutoChiefC20 Control Panel (ACP)

The AutoChiefC20 Control Panel (ACP) is designed for
easy operation. An advanced yet simple to use multifunction
controller gives access to all system functions. Information
is provided only when needed to keep operation simple. A
colour display presents key information graphically for easy
understanding. Custom designed mimic pictures are available for
each engine type and propeller configuration. All main variables
such as RPM, start air and scavenging air pressure, engine state
etc. are always available. The control panel can be installed into
any standard console. To distinguish between user groups several
levels of control are available.
Functions
Indications
Cancel limiters and

shutdown/slowdown
Analogue RPM and

set-point
Alarm ackn./sound off
Analogue start air pressure
Changing of parameters
Current main engine state
Backlight dimming
Start blockings
Shutdown/slowdown
General alarm indication
Wrong way
Control Position
Bump-less control transfer
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Display
The ACP LCD display is the main interface between the
operator and the system to be monitored. All interaction such
as monitoring of starting air pressure, main engines RPM and
load, adjustment of operational parameters and displaying of
safety related and conventional alarms are carried out with the
aids of this display.
HOME
Misc
Menu
Alarms
Safety
System
Engine
State
Limiters
Engine
State
Shut
Down
Sys.
Critical
Misc2
I/ O test
Order
Printer
Invalid
Tags
Sys .
Non-Crit
Set
Limiter
Lim.
Curves
Show
Limiters
Slow
Down
EMG
stop
RPM
detector
I/ O Fail
Com Err
Crit
Engine
data
Com Err
WECS
9520
Param
Change
WECS
indic
WECS
user
WECS
adjust
WECS
inj-qty
Lamp
Test
Alarm
Test
Nodes
Home
Dimming
Engine
Modes
User
Param
Speed
Program
Fine
Tuning
WECS
comm
Request
SLT
Home
The information is selected from menus in the lower part of the

ACP LCD display, using the Rotary Knob below. When a menu
is chosen a corresponding mimic picture will appear.
Home
Home
Alarm
History
Date &
Time
WECS
inj-tim
Home
Control
Pos
WECS
EXHV-P
User
Access
WECS
EXHV-T
Home
Home
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The mimic pictures may consist of text information, analogue

indicators, bar graphs or soft-keys making the operator able to
navigate related functions.
Engine information is available for inspection at all ACP stations,
while operation of most functions is dedicated to the command
position.
A photo sensor located on the lower left side help adjust the
background light, which can also be adjusted manually.
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Multifunctional knob
The Multifunctional Knob (Rotary Knob) is used for navigating
through mimic pictures and objects in the mimic pictures. It can

be turned clockwise or counter clockwise, until required field is
high-lighted, then push the wheel for entering into a new mimic
picture or field to be operated.
Change value, move graphic levers or handles or scroll through
roll-up menus, press knob for activating required function.
The multifunctional knob has no stop in turning either way, it
will navigate the operator through available fields in each picture.
Functions which require direct access, such as, cancel
functions and alarm acknowledge / sound off are accessible via
push-buttons on the front of the ACP.
Cancel functions
The cancel functions available on the AutoChiefC20 control
panel are:
Cancel SHD only cancellable Shut Downs will respond to this
function.
Cancel SLD only cancellable slow Downs will respond to this
function.
Cancel limits is used to cancel RPM, fuel and load limiters which
is active in the remote control system.
Alarm Acknowledge and In Command

functions
The alarm and command functions available on the
AutoChiefC20 control panel are:
In Command indicates with a green LED that the actual ACP
is in command
Sound off is used for silencing buzzer when an alarm is active.
Alarm Ackn is used for accepting alarm indications. When the
alarm condition has returned to normal state the alarm text will
disappear from the display
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2.3 AutoChiefC20 Combined Lever and Telegraph

Unit (LTU)
The Engine Telegraph System is designed to control the engine
and comprises of an AutoChiefC20 Lever Telegraph Unit
(LTU) at the following locations:
Bridge / Wheelhouse
Engine Control Room
The AutoChiefC20 Lever Telegraph Unit (LTU) is a combined
telegraph & manoeuvring lever with telegraph handle and
emergency stop switch.
Lever Function
The telegraph handle enables an operator on the bridge to be
in direct command of the ship by allowing speed and rotation
control of the engine. Communication is established between the
bridge, the engine room and local stand via the telegraph system.
The lever operates in eleven fixed steps, where each step
represents an RPM/Thrust command in ahead or astern direction.
The steps are:
Ahead : D.Slow, Slow, Half, Full, Max

Stop
Astern : D.Slow, Slow, Half, Full, Emergency
The lever can be moved between the steps as well for adjusting
command. Additionally its possible to use a fine tuning
parameter available on the ACP mimic.
Indications
A corresponding led is lit on each side of the lever.

On each side of the lever there are digital displays for speedset
and direction of rotation.
Functions
Combined speedset and telegraph setting
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Emergency Stop Pushbutton

The emergency stop pushbutton on the bridge and ECR consoles
are located on the LTU. At the lower part of the lever, a cover
marked with emergency stop can be opened, and the emergency
stop button is located below this cover.
The emergency stop function activates the emergency stop
system in the main engine safety system. Additionally the
conventional stop system is activated and the speed order to the
rpm control system is set to zero rpm.
Function is further described in Emergency Stop switches on
page 54.
Sub-Telegraph Functions
The sub-telegraph functions are used to inform the engine crew
about the subsequent need for propulsive and electric power.
Indications
The LED indicator is lit to indicate sub-telegraph mode.

At Sea
The operator on the bridge is informing that all systems has to be

prepared and set-up for seagoing.
Stand By
The operator on the bridge is informing that all systems have to

be prepared for stand by and engine prepared for start. It may
also inform the engine crew that the vessel is entering channel or
harbours where special attention has to be made to the machinery
or steering plant.
FWE (Finished with engine)
Used by the operator on the bridge to inform the engine crew that
there will be no need for propulsive power.
To secure that the engine cannot be started unintentionally some
safety actions has to be done by the engine crew. The engine
crew will then acknowledge by pressing the FWE lamp on the
sub telegraph, which will indicate a steady light.
Functions
The pushbuttons are used for sub-telegraph mode transfer.
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Command transfer Functions

The command transfer section can be found on both the LTU
and PBT. Buttons are used for both indicating current command
position and command transfer.
Bridge
The engine is (or shall be) controlled by an operator on the

bridge/wheelhouse/bridgewing, using the automatic Remote
Control System.
ECR
The engine is (or shall be) controlled by operators in the engine

control room, using the automatic Remote Control System or
Backup controls, according to telegraph commands from the
bridge/wheelhouse displayed on the LTU.
Local
The engine is controlled by operators at the local stand, using

the local control system located on the main engine, according
to telegraph commands from the bridge/wheelhouse displayed
on the PBT.
Indications
The push-button LED indicator is lit with a steady light to

indicate control position.
The push-button LED indicator is flickering and a buzzer
will sound when a control position is requested but not yet
accepted.
Functions
Command transfer request and acknowledge.

Local control stand
At the local control stand the main engine is operated using

the engine builders pneumatic or mechanical control facilities.
Control transfer switches may vary between the different engine
types and installation requests. Turning this switch will usually
override the Remote Control System, and default to back
AutoChiefs last command position or Engine Control Room.
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2.4 AutoChiefC20 Bridge Wing Control Unit

(BWU)
Bridge wings can be equipped with dedicated control panels
which come in two variations, with CAN instruments or LCD
display.
Bridge wing control units (BWU) provide basic functions, such
as engine instruments, indicator/navigator pushbuttons, a setpoint
lever, and emergency stop.
Bridge Wing with CAN instruments
Lever function
NAV.F ULL
FULL
HALF
SLOW
The manoeuvre lever on the bridge wing unit is divided into the
same steps as the bridge lever.
Indications
D.SLOW
Illuminated scale showing each lever position.

STOP
D.SLOW
SLOW
HALF
FULL
EM.AST.
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Functions
Combined speedset and telegraph setting.

An electric shaft function will move the bridge wing lever
to match centre bridge during command transfer, and centre
bridge lever will follow during operation from bridge wing.
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Indicators
The BWU C20 includes indicators for start air pressure and
engine rpm. The indicators are operational whether the wing
control station is in command or not.
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Indications
0
40
S TA RT A IR P RE S S URE
Start air pressure instrument, indicates available starting air

pressure
Engine RPM instrument, indicates the engine rpm in astern
or ahead direction. Astern is indicated with negative (-) rpm
value and red scale. Ahead is positive and green scale.
rpm
-100
100
Panel dimming and lamp test

PANEL
DIM
+
The BWU instrumentation and lever do all include background

illumination. The intensity can be adjusted by dedicated
pushbuttons on the push-button panel.
The + pushbutton is for increasing background light intensity
for the BWU panel.
PANEL
DIM
-
LAMP
TEST
The - pushbutton is for decreasing background light intensity

for the BWU panel.
The Lamp Test button is for checking all indicator lights and
Leds in the BWU panel.
Indications
LED indicator is lit as long as pushbutton is pressed.

Functions
By pressing + button intensity will be enhanced.

By pressing - button intensity will be reduced.
By pressing Lamp Test the lamp test will run until lamp test
is pressed once more.
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Command Transfer functions
The command transfer function is solved by functions in the

pushbutton panel at the left side of the BWU C20 (bridge wing
unit).
Port or starboard wing control is selected by pressing the In
Command pushbutton on the wing control station to be put in
control. When this is done the indicator lamp In Command on the
bridge wing will flicker. The system is equipped with an electric
shaft system between the levers which makes a bump-less
transfer possible. The lever will move to the same position as
the lever which is in control. When the levers are matched the
control is transferred. The indication lamp In command will
have a steady green light.
Indications
Green LED illumination when bridgewing is in command.

Functions
Command Transfer activation.
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Safety functions
The Safety functions in the BWU are divided in two sections,

Shut Down and Slow Down.
Shut Down Warning
SHD
NONE
CANCEL
SHD
CANCELABLE
SHD
ACTIVE
CANCEL
SHD
An illuminated LED will indicate whether its a cancellable or

non-cancellable Shut Down. Both shut down functions have a
pre-warning time (parameter preset to a few seconds) while the
LED indicator will flicker.
Shut Down Active
The LED will indicate a steady light when the shut down is active.
Cancel Shut Down
The pushbutton will, when activated, cancel shut downs which

are pre-defined as cancellable.
Slow Down Warning
SLD
NONE
CANCEL
SLD
CANCEL
ABLE
An illuminated LED will indicate whether its a cancellable or

non-cancellable Slow Down. A cancellable function is provided
within a pre-warning time, while a non-cancellable will activate
immediately after ended pre-warning time.
SLD
ACTIVE
Slow Down Active

CANCEL
SLD
The LED will indicate a steady light when the slow down is
active.
Cancel Slow Down
The pushbutton will, when activated, cancel slow downs which

are pre-defined as cancellable.
Indications
If the push-button is pressed and the cancel function is

activated the LED indicator activates a fixed red light.
If the push-button is pressed again the cancel function is
switched off and the LED indicator starts flickering if the
Safety function is still active, and extinguishes if the safety
function is not active.
Functions
Press pushbutton once for activation.

Press pushbutton again for deactivation.
Over-speed
A separate indicator for over-speed shut down is provided. If the

engine is over-speeding the safety system will stop the engine.
The lever has to be set to stop and the engine has to be re-started.
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A separate Emergency Stop indicator is provided. It indicates that

one of the emergency stop switches are active.
The Emergency Stop pushbutton on the bridge wing console is
located in the BWU C20. At the lower part of the panel, a cover
marked emergency stop can be opened.
system in the main engine safety system. Also, the conventional
stop system is activated and the speed order to the rpm control
system is set to zero rpm.
The manoeuvre lever has to be set to stop, and the active
emergency stop switch has to be reset before the engine can be
re-started.
Indications
Background illumination.
When active the illumination is enhanced.
Functions
Press pushbutton once for main engine emergency stop

Press pushbutton again for reset.
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Bridge Wing with LCD display

Use the lever to adjust setpoint and direction of thrust. Steps
are similar to the bridge lever, which will follow the bridge
wing lever in command. Bargraphs on the LCD display indicate
Setpoint and lever positions.
A menu is located at the bottom, and operated using the

pushbuttons located directly below.
The pushbutton under the In CMD indication on the BWU 09
panel is used to initiate command transfer to the Bridge Wing.
If there is a lever mismatch during command transfer the status
field on top of the BWU LED display will indicate Transfer.
To complete command transfer the Bridge Wing lever must be
adjusted to match Bridge Setpoint. Once levers are adjusted
the status bar will indicate In Command and Bridge LTU will
automatically follow the Bridge Wing lever.
To adjust LCD backlight, press the Dimmer button located to the

far right, then adjust using the allow up/down buttons
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Alarms are announced in the lower section of the LCD display

and a buzzer sound. The Dimmer icon to the far right will change
to Ackn, and the pushbutton below can be used to acknowledge.
Safety functions are divided in cancellable and not cancellable.

To cancel/disable Safety functions use the dedicated pushbuttons
located to the far left. A status message will appear in the upper
right corner of the LCD display.
Emergency Stop
To activate Emergency Stop, lift the protection cover and

press the pushbutton.
To reset Emergency Stop, press to release the activated
pushbutton, and set the manoeuvre lever in command to stop.
The engine can then be restarted.
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2.5 AutoChiefC20 Pushbutton Telegraph (PBT)

In addition to the Lever Telegraph Unit, the Push Button
Telegraph (PBT) unit provides a simple sub telegraph system for
the engine room. Communication is established between the
bridge, the engine room and local stand via the telegraph system.
The following standard functions are available:
Engine Telegraph Modes.
Engine Telegraph Control Location
Engine Telegraph Status
Emergency Stop pushbutton (on PBT or cabinet)
The following telegraph divisions are provided by push buttons
with indicators:
Ahead : D.Slow, Slow, Half, Full, Max
Stop : Stop
Astern : D.Slow, Slow, Half, Full, Emergency
Sub-Telegraph and Command transfer functions are similar to the

LTU, described in section AutoChiefC20 Combined Lever and
Telegraph Unit (LTU) on page 16
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2.6 AutoChiefC20 Order Printer (optional)

The AutoChiefC20 Order Printer unit is located on the
bridge/wheelhouse. It is used to provide a paper printout of status
and event log, at regular intervals and on demand.
The order printer is operated from a mimic picture which can be
found on the misc-menu on the bridge/wheelhouse ACP. Here the
operator can set periodic logs and request a status log.
The paper trail is collected in a bottom drawer, which can be

opened using the handle on the right hand side.
The printer is located behind a front panel in the upper section,

which must be opened when replacing the paper roll.
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2.7 Manual Control Panel

There are two manual control panels in the system, also called
Backup control panel. One is located in the engine control room
and one is located on the local control stand. The main functions
included are direct control of the main engine via the WECS
9520 electronic control system. Safety functions and control of
the auxiliary blowers are also included. Pushbuttons are encircled
by a thick line, and indicators by a thin line. A LED is lit upon
activation, with red light indicating an alarm condition.
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RX
PX
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SX
PX
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FU EL
S ER VO
RA I L
PRESS : 1 00 0 BAR
O I L
PRESS : 2 20
BAR
CON TR . O I L
PRESS : 2 20
BAR
m
R eO sT s: aA g
H eE A D
START
AHEAD
AIR
RUN
AUX
BLOWER
PRESEL.
SPEED
CONTROL
MODE
STOP
START
ASTERN
SLOW
TURNING
AUX.
BLOWER
STOP
FUEL
CONTROL
MODE
REMOTE
AUTOM.
CONTROL
SAFETY
SYSTEM
RESET
ECR
MANUAL
CONTROL
SHD
CANCEL
LOCAL
MANUAL
CONTROL
SOUND
OFF-ALM
ACKN.
WECS-9520 MANUAL CONTROL
Functions and indicators

Pushbutton with indicator for stopping main engine.
Pushbutton with indicator for selecting start astern.
Pushbutton with indicator for selecting start ahead.

Indicates that a cancellable shut down is detected and by pressing
this pushbutton the Shut down will be cancelled.
Pushbutton with indicator for activating a slow turning sequence
for the main engine prior to start.
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Pushbutton with indicator to select that RPM shall be controlled

by adjusting rpm set-point directly.
Pushbutton with indicator to select that RPM shall be controlled
by adjusting fuel quantity.
Pushbutton for resetting safety system.
Pushbutton with indicator for selecting manual control from local
control stand that means that engine control is no longer possible
from AutoChiefC20.
Pushbutton with indicator for selecting manual control from
ECR that means the engine control is no longer possible from
AutoChiefC20.
Pushbutton with indicator for transferring the control of the main
engine back to the remote control system.
Pushbutton with indicator for starting the pre-selected auxiliary
blowers prior to start.
Pushbutton with indicator for stopping the pre-selected auxiliary
blower after engine is stopped.
Pushbutton for silencing of the buzzer and accepting alarm.
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2.8 Local manual control box
75
150
rpm
XXXX
: 0 0 0nnn
XXX
: 0 0 0nnn
XXXX
: 0 . 0nn
me s s a g e
START
AHEAD
TURNING
ON AIR
AUX
BLOWER
PRESEL.
SPEED
CONTROL
MODE
STOP
START
ASTERN
SLOW
TURNING
AUX.
BLOWER
STOP
FUEL
CONTROL
MODE
REMOTE
AUTOM.
CONTROL
SAFETY
SYSTEM
RESET
ECR
MANUAL
CONTROL
SHD
CANCEL
LOCAL
MANUAL
CONTROL
SOUND
OFF- ALM
ACKN.
WECS- 9520 MANUAL CONTROL
SPEED/FUEL
At sea
Nav.
full
Full
Stand by
Half
FWE
Slow
Bridge
Dead
Slow
ECR
Stop
Local
Dead
Slow
Slow
Half
Wrong
way
Lamp
Test
Full
Emerg.
Astern
EMERGENCY STOP
The local control box is located on the engine local control

stand. It includes the manual control panel, a buzzer, a dial for
set-point control, a pushbutton telegraph unit, and an emergency
stop pushbutton.
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Functions and indicators
The Pushbutton telegraph (PBT) is described in

sectionAutoChiefC20 Pushbutton Telegraph (PBT) on page 26.
X
RX
PX
M X: 0 :0 0 0 0 n n n
X
0 0D n: n0 n0
SX
PX
E E D : 0C M
XF X
: 0T Y
. 0: n0 n0 %
UX
EX
L Q
m
R eO sT s: aA g
H eE A D
START
AHEAD
FU EL
RA I L
S ER VO
P RESS : 1 00 0 BAR
O I L
P RESS : 2 20
BAR
CON TR . O I L
P RESS : 2 20
BAR
AIR
RUN
AUX
BLOWER
PRESEL.
SPEED
CONTROL
MODE
REMOTE
AUTOM.
CONTROL
ECR
MANUAL
CONTROL
SHD
CANCEL
SLOW
TURNING
AUX.
BLOWER
STOP
FUEL
CONTROL
MODE
LOCAL
MANUAL
CONTROL
SOUND
OFF-ALM
ACKN.
STOP
START
ASTERN
SAFETY
SYSTEM
RESET
The manual control panel is the same as located in the control

room. All functions and indicators are the same, and described in
section Manual Control Panel on page 28.
SPEED/FUEL
The set-point dial will be operated in to different modes, selected

on the local control panel. The actual values are monitored on
the manual control panel.
When Speed Control Mode is selected the dial will, when
operated, provide a rpm set-point to the WECS 9520.
When Fuel Control Mode is selected the dial will, when
operated, provide a fuel quantity set-point to the speed control
system.
rpm
-100
100
EMERGENCY STOP
The Local manual control box includes indicators for engine rpm
and engine pitch, depending on the configuration. The indicators
are operational whether the control station is in command or not.
The emergency stop button is located in the lower part of the
panel. A cover marked with emergency stop can be opened, and
the emergency stop button is located below.
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2.9 Remote control system functions

Engine state, start Interlock/Fail/Block
The Engine State mimic page will display status of conditions
prohibiting engine operation. Illustration may deviate from
configuration.
Start Interlock
The Interlock input may contain a various amount of start

interlocks. Which signals to be implemented are for the owner
or shipyard to decide. If however this input is active the actual
items in the interlock circuit has to be cancelled before a start
can take place.
3 start failures
If the engine fails to run on the first start attempt, a total of 2

repeated starts will be performed by the control system. If 3 start
attempts are made and the engine didnt start the message 3 Start
Failures will be announced. To reset this function the manoeuvre
lever has to be set to Stop
Slow turning over-speed
Slow turning may be activated manually or it will automatically

be activated if the engine has been stopped for a pre-set time.
Slow-turning is performed by means of the main start valve and a
start cut-off valve. If a failure should occur with this arrangement
and the engine rotates with a higher speed than normal the
message slow-turning over-speed will be announced.
Start time limit
During engine start it is estimated that it shall reach a certain RPM

level just after fuel is supplied. If this RPM level is not reached
within a pre-defined time Start time limit will be announced.
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Start air pressure low
To secure a safe start of the main engine a minimum starting air

pressure is required. If the pressure is below this preset level
Start Block is activated.
The value for minimum starting air pressure allowed is preset in
parameters in the AutoChiefC20 remote control system. Some
configurations have, instead of an indicator lamp, a dedicated
instrument to display actual starting air pressure with red/green
coloured graph to indicate minimum level.
RPM detector failure
RPM monitoring is critical for starting and running of the engine,

so if the RPM measuring system is experiencing a double
detector failure the engine is inhibited for starting.
Brake time limit
When the engine is running and the direction of rotation shall be

changed (reversed), the control system will brake the engines
rotation by activating starting air for start in the opposite
direction. If, for any reason, the RPM does not reach a preset
level within a preset time, defined in the Brake air limit the brake
air will be shut off and Brake air limit will be announced.
Safety Stop
Engine has tripped because of a shut down detected and activated

by the safety system.
Details can be found in the alarm list on the Safety system mimic
pages.
All aux. blower failure
Prior to start, at least one of the auxiliary blowers have to be in

operation. If none are operational because of failure the message
All Aux. blower failure will be announced, and start is interlocked.
Engine tripped
Engine has tripped because of a shut down detected and created

by the safety system.
Details to be found in the alarm list on the Safety System mimic
pages.
Start air valve blocked
When the main engine is not in use the main start air valve is
mechanically blocked, for safety reasons. To be able to start the
engine the main start air valve has to be unblocked.
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Turning gear engaged
The turning gear is mechanically engaged to the flywheel. For

safety reasons, the main engine is therefore inhibited from
starting.
Safety System off
The engine safety system is not operational and as a consequence

the engine is inhibited from starting.
Comm. Error DGU-WECS
There is redundant CAN communication between the

AutoChiefC20 and the WECS 9520. If a failure occurs the
message WECS comm. Failure will be announced.
Cylinder Lubrication indicators
Normal Cylinder Lub. On
This indicator announces that the normal cylinder lubricator is

active.
Emergency Cylinder Lub.
This indicator announces that the normal cylinder lubrication

function has failed and that the emergency cylinder lubrication is
active.
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Starting the Main Engine

Cylinder pre/post lubrication
A cylinder pre-lubrication function is provided in the system.

A softkey in the ACP mimic Engine modes is provided for this
function. This softkey activates a solenoid valve which allows
the lubrication oil pump to be driven by the crosshead bearing
oil, this giving cylinder pre-lubrication for an adjustable time
(30 sec). This function can either be automatic together with
slow turning, or it can be manually initiated from the control
room ACP.
Slow turning
If the engine has been stopped for a certain time (normally 30

minutes), the first start will include one revolution with slow
turning of the main engine. When a start order is given from
bridge (by setting the bridge lever from stop to any position
ahead (or astern) the slow turning valve will be activated, and a
limited amount of starting air will be supplied to the main engine,
the engine will rotate slowly on starting air.
When one revolution is completed, the engine will be started in a
normal way. Slow turning indication will be shown in the control
room and bridge ACP. If one revolution with slow turning is not
accomplished within the correct time, alarm Max slow turning
time is released in control room and bridge.
Its also possible to perform slow turning on demand. This is
done by activating the function in the ACP mimic Engine modes.
Normal start
Starting of the main engine is performed when the bridge lever is

moved from stop to any position in ahead (or astern direction).
If the engine is Ready for start the system will provide a start
signal to the WECS 9520.
Repeated start
If the engine fails to start (run on fuel) after the starting air is
switched off, the system will automatically try to restart the
engine. Indication for repeated starts will show on bridge and
ECR. If the second start also fails, the system will try once more.
After 3 starting attempts, 3 start failures alarm will be released.
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Starting failure
Starting failure is detected when one of the following conditions

occurs, and is indicated on ECR and Bridge ACP.
3 start failures
Start time limit
Start time limit means engine is unable to reach the
start-air/fuel-change level within a specific time period.
Start failures are reset by setting the manoeuvring lever to stop.

Running
The signal Running is indicated when the engine is running on

fuel.
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Reversing thrust
Reversing
Engine thrust is reversed automatically to ahead (or astern)

direction from bridge by setting the bridge handle from stop to
any position in ahead (or astern) direction.
For Fixed Pitch Propeller (FPP) installations a reversing sequence
will be carried out prior to the starting sequence in opposite
direction. If the engine is running above the brake air level, then
brake air will be supplied when engine has reached the brake
air rpm level, in order to perform the reversing sequence as fast
as possible.
Crash astern
Crash manoeuvring means quick reversing of the engine thrust

from ahead to full astern, and used in emergency situations which
are most likely observed from bridge or bridgewing.
Initiated when the bridge lever is moved from Ahead to
Emergency Astern position, according to a set of parameters.
Crash Astern indication on bridge and engine control room
ACP.
Stop signal will be given to the main engine.
Engine speed will be reduced to brake air level.
Engine will be reversed, and start air will be supplied.
Heavy start and cancel limiters signals will be given to the
speed control system.
When the speed reaches the fuel/start air change level in
astern direction, the start air will be switched off, and fuel
will be supplied.
Engine RPM will be increased to Emergency Astern
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Stopping the Main Engine

The engine is stopped by setting the lever in control to STOP
position. A stop signal will be sent to the WECS 9520.
Emergency Stop switches are located at each control station
throughout the ship.

system in the main engine safety system. Additionally the
conventional stop system is activated and the speed order to the
rpm control system is set to zero rpm.
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Engine operation modes

The AutoChiefC20 can be configured to operate in several
engine modes, specified by ship operation requirements and the
engine manufacturer.
Constant fuel mode
The RPM is continuously measured and when the RPM has

remained constant for a predefined time a signal hardwired to a
solenoid valve in the Governor system. The governor will then
lock the fuel actuator output to a fixed fuel index. When the Fuel
index is locked the RPM will fluctuate. Anyhow this function
is required in some cases i.e. when indicator diagrams shall be
made and similar. During this sequence the RPM is continuously
monitored and compared with a upper and lower RPM deviation
parameter. If the RPM fluctuates above or below these limits, the
fuel actuator output will be unlocked and the RPM is governed
back to the set-point requested from the remote control system.
It is also limiters for which rpm areas this function may be used.
I.e. its not allowed in low rpm areas where the engine may stop
if the fuel amount is not controlled continuously or, in high rpm
areas where the engine may increase to over speed rpm level.
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Shaft Generator control mode
When shaft generator (PTO) is provided with a constant

frequency gear (CFR), an optional function in the remote control
system is available in order to avoid black out during speed
reduction and slow down.
An input signal from the main switchboard "shaft generator in
service" should be connected to the remote control system. The
remote control system will give out signal "request for diesel
generator starting & disconnection of shaft generator".
When shaft generator is connected to the switchboard, the engine
speed should be above a certain level (normally 75% of MCR,
adjustable). If speed command is ordered below the lowest
working level for shaft generator, from the bridge handle, or
because of slow down, the following sequence take place:
The speed will rapidly be decreased to shaft generator
minimum working level.
"RPM holding" indication in bridge and control room ACP
Signal "request for diesel generator starting & disconnection
of shaft generator" will be given to the main switchboard.
Speed will be kept at the shaft generator minimum working
level until signal "shaft generator in service" goes off, or
maximum 60 seconds (adjustable).
After the signal "shaft generator in service" extinguish, the
speed will be reduced to the required level (bridge handle
requirements or slow down level).
Caution
Emergency Stop, Shut Down (SHD) and manoeuvring
orders like Crash astern and Stop could result in a
Black-out.
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Rough Sea mode (option)
The rough sea mode is optionally provided in order to avoid

over-speed trip during rough sea conditions. When rough sea
mode is selected, and over-speed is detected, the following
sequence will take place.
When the engine speed reaches the over-speed level, the fuel
will be cut-off, the engine speed will decrease.
When the engine speed reaches reset level, fuel will be
supplied, and the engine will be running at this level.
To reset, move speed-set lever back to reset level and move
handle to desired RPM.
There is an upper speed limit for this function (adjustable). The
upper limit is provided to avoid fluctuation between over-speed,
and stop.
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VIT/FQS control function

The purpose of the VIT (Variable Injection Timing) and FQS (Fuel
Quality Setting) is to keep the firing pressure at 100% in the upper
load range. The FQS is a manual adjustment facility to cope with
varying fuel qualities. The diagram below shows the principles
for the control system.
The system uses the charge air pressure and the engine speed
as input signals to this control function, in order to control the
VIT+FQS actuator placed on the main engine in accordance with
specified curves.
VIT+FQS is controlled on the engine using the engine
manufacturers controls.
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VIT Normal
During VIT Normal mode the system is using charge air pressure
and main engine speed as reference to make the correct action
on the output to the VIT actuator. There are two curves which is
used together to make the output for Normal VIT function they
are illustrated on the drawing below:
VIT Speed Red Cancel
This is an indication showing that the VIT system has a failure

and that engine speed is reduced to a preset level. This limiter
may be cancelled by activating the soft key with the same name
in the engine modes display
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Remote control system auxiliary functions

Auxiliary blower control
Auxiliary blowers are automatically controlled by the

AutoChiefC20 remote control system. The auxiliary blowers
will automatically be set to Auto Pre-Select and OFF by the
AutoChiefC20. Alarm for "all aux. blower failure" is included
in the remote control system. I.e. if all aux. blowers fail to start,
during start, the All Aux. Blow, Failure alarm is released and the
start sequence is interrupted, waiting for aux. blowers to start.
The auxiliary blower will automatically be set to Auto when start
is ordered. Pressure switches will start and stop Aux. blowers
(When turbochargers feeds enough charge air for running the
engine. aux. blowers is stopped by the pressure switch).
Cylinder lubrication
The cylinder lubrication is controlled by the AutoChiefC20

remote control system. The system is designed to control the
cylinder lubrication unit for Sulzer RT-Flex Engines. The
operation modes are as follows:
Dynamic load dependence of cylinder lubrication.
Running in of all cylinders with fixed lubr. Qty.
Emergency cylinder lubrication.
The lubrication pump is controlled by means of speed. The speed
command is calculated on behalf of the mode selected and the
actual engine load.
VIT control function (option)
The remote control system may as an option control the VIT

system (Variable Injection Timing) provided optionally as
a replacement off the mechanical VIT system for the Sulzer
RT-Flex Engines.
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RPM control function

Dual RPM detection
The AutoChiefC20 is equipped with two independent RPM

measurement systems. These systems will at all time ensure
correct reading of the RPM pickups and give an alarm in case of
irregularities.
The AutoChiefC20 governor system receive measurements of
the engines actual RPM from the AutoChiefC20 RPM detection
system, using a direct serial communication line RS485, and as
back-up for the dual AutoChiefC20 CAN communication lines.
The figure below shows the basic components for the RPM
control system.
ESU
MEI
GOV
RS485
vs060007c
RPMD
RPME 1
RPME 2
Pick-ups
1.1
1.2
2.1
2.2
Notch
filter
Low pass filter
Display
filter
The governor unit is connected to an electric actuator which

operates the fuel rack.
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There is an RPM Detector page on the ACP.

On the RPM detector page you can observe status on the
individual pick-ups. Hour and revolution counters are displayed,
and can be reset using softkeys.
Regulator functions:
Controlling speed of the main engine based on set-point from

lever in control.
Protecting the engine from overload.
Rough Sea mode (using rough sea gain settings).
Constant fuel mode (Increases the dead band for speed
regulation).
Governor management:
In bridge control, the governor is managed by the remote

control system.
In control room control, the governor is managed by the
AutoChiefC20 telegraph lever or WECS Manual control
panel.
In local control the speed set-point can be initiated by
dedicated set-point controls.
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RPM limiters
For protecting the engine and its accessories against thermal

stress and destruction and unnecessary wear and tear some fixed
RPM Limiters are included in the system.
Speed program
When setting the bridge handle to Navigation Full position, speed

program will be activated. This will be indicated as Speed up
program active on the ACP. The purpose of this function is to
prevent engine internal temperature (i.e liners and pistons), from
increasing too fast when higher load is applied.
When MCR is obtained the Speed up program active indication
will disappear.
The same function may also apply for the opposite purpose.
When reducing speed from Navigation Full to full ahead the load
down function is activated, slowly decreasing the speed to allow
the engine to cool down.
If the bridge lever is set to a position below Full ahead before the
speed down program is finished, the program will automatically
be cancelled.
It is possible to cancel the speed program (both up and down) by

operating cancel limitation pushbutton on the ACP.
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Slow-Down limiter
A slow down is caused by a input signal detected by the slow

down module. If such a signal is detected, the safety system will
send a speed reduction request to the remote control system. The
speed set-point will after a pre-warning time be reduced to the
pre-defined slow down level.
During pre-warning time an alarm Slow down cancellable or Slow

down none cancellable will be displayed on the ACP.
Critical speed/RPM limiter
In order to avoid operation of the main engine in critical (barred)

speed areas, there is provided a critical speed avoidance program.
If bridge command is within this area, the Critical RPM limit on
bridge and in control room ACP will turn up.
The system will during acceleration keep the engine running at
the lower critical speed until command has reached the upper
limit, during de-acceleration it will keep the engine running at
the upper limit until command has reached the lower limit.
If the engine RPM run within the critical (or barred) speed ranges
too long time, indication for Critical RPM will be shown on the
ACP.
There are two critical RPM zones available, a high and low,
each having an upper and lower limit adjustable in engine
parameters. These are displayed in red on the RPM indicator.
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Acceleration limiter
The acceleration limiter defines maximum acceleration and

retardation in RPM/seconds.
Manual RPM limiter
This function is also called Chief limiter. Its a parameter in

the remote control system, initiated by the ACP for pre-setting
maximum allowed RPM for ahead or astern running. If the RPM
command is set higher, the command will be limited to the value
inserted in this parameter.
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Fuel limiters
Charge air limiting function
The "charge air fuel limiter" limits the fuel according to

the pressure measured on the charging air receiver by a
transducer. The limiter curve should be set according to engine
manufacturers specification.
Torque fuel limiter function
The "torque fuel limiter" limits the fuel according to the

measured RPM. The limiter curve should be set according to
engine makers specification.
Shut-Down function, input from safety system
Signals for Shut-Down, over-speed and emergency stop from

safety system, is sent by CAN communication line to the
governor which shut down the fuel supply to main engine.
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Slow-Down function, input from safety system
Slow-Down function is included as standard in the digital

governor system. This function is activated when the input signal
for slow down from safety system is active, and limits the RPM
below the slow down level, which is an adjustable parameter.
Manual RPM and FUEL limiter functions
Manual RPM and fuel limiting functions is included as standard

in the digital governor system. A limit for maximum RPM or
maximum pump index allowed may be set by the operator, from
the ACP on the bridge or in engine control room.
Cancel limiter function
The fuel limiters for scavenging air and torque may be lifted by
10% from either the remote control system or from the switch
in control room console. It will also cancel manual fuel and
RPM limiter.
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Limiters ACP display

Limiters are displayed in the Limiters page. Engine limiters
are configured during commissioning, and some limiters are
adjustable.
Adjustable limiters are displayed in the Limiters Set Limiter

page.
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2.10 Safety system functions

Safety function Shut down
Shut Down Function (1 6)
The engine will automatically shut down (stop), if any of the shut
down sensors is activated. The emergency stop solenoid valve
will be activated, and the engine will then stop.
The following inputs for shut down sensors are provided:
Shut down 1
Digital input, fixed as over speed
Digital input, to be specified for the

actual project
Custom Shut down 7x Analogue/digital input, to be specified
for the actual project
Shut down 26
The input sensors may be of digital (on/off) or analogue type. The

shut downs may be configured as cancellable or non cancellable
type. Non cancellable types will stop the engine immediately.
Shut down is reset (after the sensor is de-activated) by setting
the manoeuvring lever at the control stand to stop position. The
engine may then be restarted.
Cancellable Shut Down
It will be possible, during the pre-warning time, to cancel the shut

down by pressing the Cancel SHD pushbutton on the ACP unit.
There will be time delay on the cancellable shut downs. The
delay time may be adjusted individually for each sensor. The
cancellable shut-downs may be cancelled individually from
the ACP in control room, regardless of control position, it will
additionally be possible to cancel all shut-downs from bridge
while in bridge control, in control room control and from engine
side while in emergency control. The indications mentioned will
be shown on the LCD display of the ACP unit.
Over-speed Shut Down
Over speed is detected by the RPM detection system, from tacho

pick-ups which are mounted towards the engine fly-wheel, when
the engine revolution exceeds the over speed level (typically
107% of MCR, adjustable).
A hardwired signal from the RPM detection system is connected
to a shut down input on the ESU for direct activation of
emergency stop solenoid valve.
The engine will stop and the alarm Over speed will be shown
on the ACP.
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Over speed is reset by setting the manoeuvring lever at the

control stand to stop position. The engine may then be restarted.
Emergency Stop switches
35 Emergency Stop switches are provided on the telegraph panels

in bridge (and bridge wings), control room and on the engine
side control box. They are hardwired directly to the engine safety
system as shown in on page
The emergency stop solenoid valve is directly activated through
the ESU when one of the pushbuttons is activated. Stop signal is
sent to the RCS and zero fuel order is given to the governor. The
engine will stop, and an alarm Emergency Stop is activated.
Bridge
Pushbutton with light with

cover integrated in bridge
LTU.
Engine Control Room

cover integrated in the ECR
LTU
Local Control

cover integrated in emergency
control PBT.
Bridge Wing (Option)
Pushbutton with light and

cover integrated in the BWU
Emergency stop may be activated from all control stands at any

time, regardless of the control position, and deactivated when the
pushbutton is pressed once more.
When activated, the operator is notified by a popup message and
buzzer alarm, until alarm is acknowledged.
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The current status of all emergency stop switches is displayed

in a dedicated mimic picture. If a loop failure occurs, or the
emergency stop switch is activated a red indicator is lit.
Note
Emergency Stop switches are hardwired directly to the engine
safety system and function is designed to shut down the engine

as fast as possible.
All switches must be in inactive position before the main engine
can be restarted.
Safety function Slow Down

Slow Down Function (1 16)
The engine will automatically reduce the speed corresponding to

slow (adjustable) if any of the slow down sensors is activated.
Slow down signal will be sent to the remote control system
and/or the governor, which takes action. Slow down is indicated
on the ACP.
The inputs for slow down sensors are as follows:
Slow down 1-16:
To be specified for the actual project.
The input sensors may be of digital (on/off) or analogue type.

The slow downs may be configured as cancellable or non
cancellable type. Non cancellable types will reduce the engine
speed immediately; while there will be time delay on the
cancellable ones. The delay time may be adjusted individually
for each sensor. The cancellable slow-downs may be cancelled
individually from the ACP in control room, regardless of control
position, it will additionally be possible to cancel all slow-downs
from bridge while in bridge control and in control room control.
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Slow down is either automatically reset after the sensor is

de-activated, or alternatively, it is reset when the sensor is
de-activated, and the bridge handle is set below the slow down
level.
A none cancellable slowdown will activate speed reduction
immediately after the time delay has run out.
Slow down action is performed as follows:
Bridge Control
Automatically by the remote control

system.
Engine Control Room
Automatically by the governor or

manually by the operator
Manually by the local fuel control
device.
Local Control:
Cancellable Slow Down
It will be possible during the time delay to cancel the slowdown

by pressing the Cancel SLD pushbutton on the ACP unit.
If not cancelled, the slow down will be activated and be indicated
as Slow down activated and the speed set-point will be reduced to
the slow down level (adjustable).
It will be possible to adjust main engine speed in the area between
minimum run and slow down level.
Slow down is reset automatically, when the slow down signal
goes off.
The indications mentioned will be shown on the LCD display of
the ACP unit.
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2.11 Distributed Processing Unit (DPU)

A number of different Distributed Processing Units are available
for different tasks. The main functions of the Distributed
Processing Units are to monitor analogue or digital sensors and
to provide analogue and digital output to different devices. All
units have the same mechanical construction and are built using
the same electronic design principles.
Each Distributed Process Unit ontains its own microprocessor,

are programmed for a number of different tasks such as detecting
when a monitored signal move outside set limits, and mounted
in dedicated cabinets. Unwanted alarms are inhibited during
start-up and shut-down of the machinery. Status information is
continuously monitored by the AutoChiefC20 AMSs Remote
Operator Stations through the system network.
When an unacceptable condition is detected, the Distributed
Process Unit and AutoChiefC20 AMS generates an alarm
signal, identifies the responsible sensor, and provides information
about the condition.
Note
Please refer to the DPU Maintenance Manual 313675 and

datasheets for details regarding different DPUs.
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3 OPERATION
This chapter describes normal operation from the different
control locations for a normal delivery. This covers operation
from the following locations:
Bridge
Bridge Wings
Engine Control Room
Local Control Stand
The operational description is built on the case that the engine
shall be started, stopped and propeller to provide ahead and
astern thrust from each control location. Normal events during
these operations are described. More advanced operations are not
covered in this chapter.
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Operation
3.1 Guide to the Graphic Pages

To adjust the ACP backlight, select the Dimming page under the
Misc menu.
The Maximum/Minimum backlight level bars are used to adjust

levels for Auto Dimming
The Auto Dimming option adjusts backlight according to a
photo sensor (if available) on the lower left side of the ACP.
The Manual Dimming option allow the operator to adjust
dimming manually from this page.
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This illustration shows all the different messages which may

appear in the picture Home, in standard configuration for
Sulzer RT-Flex Engines with Fixed Pitch Propeller.
Control Transfer
DP
Local Manual
Invalid
FWE
Engine Tripped
ECR Manual
I/ O Test
System Warning
Fuel Setp
ECR
Sub Tel Trans
Rough Sea
Stbd. Wing
Stand By
Const. Fuel
Port Wing
Start Time Limit

Sudden Stop
Deadband
At Sea
Slow Turn. Fail.
Bridge
-60
Start Interlock
Eng Ready
START AIR PRESS
20
ME RPM
0
Start Failure
Commiss Access
Eng N. Ready Super User Access
10
60
48 rpm
Repeated Start
Running
Slow Down
Critical Speed
Stopping
30 bar
FUEL QUANTITY
50
50
25
ME RUN Hours: 587,8
25
75
75
0 2689860
Rev:
Running
0
100
100
35 %
LEVER
120
96
72
48
24
0
-24
-48
-72
-96
-120
40
120
Starting
SETP
30
- 120
Crash Astern
System Ready
48 rpm
48 rpm
Torque Lim.
Alarm status bar
Slow Turning
Ready for start
Alarms
Safety System
Speed Prog Canc
vs060008h
Limiters
Engine State
Misc Menu
Fine Tuning
Request SLT
Engine Modes
HOME
Minimum Run
Slow Down
SHD /SLD Canc
Ind SHD/SLD Canc
Chief Limiter
Charge Air Lim.
Shut Down
Shut Down Canc
Ind SHD Cancelled
Shaft Gen Hold
Torque Lim.
Slow Down
Slow Down Canc
Ind SLD Cancelled
Speed Prog. Up
Man Fuel Lim.
Emergency Stop
Overspeed
Speed Prog. Dn
Accel. Lim.
Start Setpt limit
Crit RPM setpt
The grey field below the analogue instruments is the status bar
for indicating alarms. When the alarm condition is acknowledged
the field returns to normal with a grey background only.
When Shaft Generator is engaged, this will be indicated above
the RPM indicator.
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The lower section of the page is the menu where the operator
does the selection of other pages related to handling alarms,
adjustments of limiters, fine tuning etc. For navigating the ACP
mimic pages, using the Multifunctional Knob (Rotary Knob) the
following illustration may be useful.
Please note that not all options are available on both Bridge and
ECR ACP display, and there may be custom designed mimic
pictures different from standard configuration for Sulzer RT-Flex
Engines with Fixed Pitch Propeller.
HOME
Misc
Menu
Alarms
Safety
System
Engine
State
Limiters
Engine
State
Shut
Down
Sys.
Critical
Misc2
I/ O test
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Order
Printer
Invalid
Tags
Sys .
Non-Crit
Set
Limiter
Lim.
Curves
Show
Limiters
Slow
Down
EMG
stop
RPM
detector
I/ O Fail
Com Err
Crit
Engine
data
Com Err
WECS
9520
Param
Change
WECS
indic
WECS
user
WECS
adjust
WECS
inj-qty
Lamp
Test
Alarm
Test
Nodes
Home
Dimming
Engine
Modes
User
Param
Speed
Program
Fine
Tuning
WECS
comm
Request
SLT
Home
Home
Home
Alarm
History
Date &
Time
WECS
inj-tim
Home
Control
Pos
WECS
EXHV-P
User
Access
WECS
EXHV-T
Home
Home
vs 060009h
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3.2 Operation from Bridge

Start engine ahead
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Move the bridge lever from Stop to any position ahead.
The engines rpm, fuel quantity, and available starting air.

press. are displayed.
Increase to full speed by moving the lever to requested

position.
Observe that in this example the setpoint does not match the
lever command. This indicates that a limiter is active.
Which limiter that is active is announced below the graphs,

and can be inspected further by navigating to the Limiters
page. Turn the rotary knob and press for activation.
To be able to increase the RPM the relevant limiter, e.g. the

Chief Limiter, have to be cancelled or adjusted to a higher
value.
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Caution
Limiters are set to ensure optimal engine performance
and to prevent excessive load on the engine.
If operational circumstances require a cancellation of engine

limits:
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Press the pushbutton Cancel Limits on the ACP.
The led indicator is lit and the text Limits cancelled from ACP
will appear in the ACP display.
Press the pushbutton Cancel Limits again and the function is

disabled.
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Stop engine
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The engine is stopped automatically by moving the lever

to Stop position.
The RPM will be reduced according to preset limiters in

the system such as load program, acceleration limiter and
critical RPM limiter.
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The Emergency Stop switch in the bridge console is located in

the LTU. At the lower part of the lever, a cover marked with
emergency stop can be opened. The emergency stop switches are
hardwired directly to the main engine safety system.
1
Open the cover.
Press the pushbutton Emergency Stop for stopping the engine
For resetting the function press once more and the engine
can be restarted.
Note

can be restarted. The current status of all emergency stop
switches is displayed in a dedicated mimic picture: Safety System
Emg. Stop
Start engine astern
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Move the bridge lever to any position in astern direction.
The start sequence will be activated. If the lever command is

lower than the required start set point the engines rpm will,
during the start sequence, increase above the requested rpm.
This is just during the start sequence.
As soon as the start sequence is ready the engines rpm will

stabilize according to the request initiated by the manoeuvre
lever.
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Crash astern
Crash manoeuvring means quickly reversing the engine thrust
from ahead to full astern, and used in emergency situations which
are most likely observed from bridge or bridgewing.
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Move the bridge lever from ahead directly to astern position,

beyond threshold for Crash Astern and within 2 seconds
(configurable parameter).
Observe that the message Crash Astern appears on the ACP

and that fuel index is set to zero. Engine speed is reduced
to brake air level.
At a preset level starting air for start astern will cut in for
reducing the RPM ahead to a stop. Then the engine rpm
astern is brought up to the start air/fuel change-over level,
and fuel will be supplied.
Heavy start set-point is used and fuel and rpm limiters will
be automatically cancelled.
When engine has started astern rpm will increase to Crash

Astern.
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3.3 Operation from ECR

Preparing engine for start in ECR
Start conditions
Before starting the engine it has to be prepared for start, and all
start block conditions removed.
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Use the Rotary knob for navigating to the Engine State page.
Observe the start block conditions and act accordingly.
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When none start block conditions are present the engine is

ready for start.
By selecting the Engine state display you will observe that

the engine state is now Ready for Start.
Cylinder Pre/Post Lubrication
If the engine has been stopped for a while its normal to

perform a cylinder pre-lubrication prior to start. The cylinder
pre-lubrication will be active together with the slow turning
sequence if activated, or it can be manually initiated from the
engine control room ACP.
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Start engine ahead
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Command given from bridge. Buzzer will sound in bridge

and in control room.
Accept by moving telegraph lever to requested position.

Buzzer is silenced on the bridge and in the control room.
Observe that the engine starts ahead and that rpm stabilizes
according to request.
Increase to full speed by moving the lever to requested

position.
If there is deviation between setpoint and actual rpm a

limiter might be active.
Limiters are indicated below the lever graphs. To further

inspect which limiter that is active, use the rotary knob
and navigate to the Limiters page and press the knob for
activation.
To be able to increase the rpm the relevant limiter has to be

adjusted or cancelled.
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Caution
Limiters are set to ensure optimal engine performance
and to prevent excessive load on the engine.
10 Press the pushbutton Cancel Limits again and the function is

disabled.
Stop engine
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Accept by moving telegraph lever to requested position Stop.

Observe that the engine will run through a stop sequence

and that rpm comes to a stop.
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The Emergency Stop switch is located in the LTU. At the lower

part of the lever, a cover marked with emergency stop can be
opened. The emergency stop switches are hardwired directly to
the the main engine safety system.
1
Open the cover.
can be restarted.
Note

can be restarted. The current status of all emergency stop
switches is displayed in a dedicated mimic picture: Safety System
Emg. Stop
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Start engine astern
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Accept by moving telegraph lever to requested position.

The start sequence will be activated. If the lever command is

lower than the required start set point the engines rpm will,
during the start sequence, increase above the requested rpm.
This is just during the start sequence.
As soon as the start sequence is ready the engines rpm will

stabilize according to the request initiated by the manoeuvre
lever.
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Manual operation from ECR

Start engine ahead
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Manoeuvre orders will be given from bridge via the

telegraph system. Buzzer will sound in bridge and in control
room
To acknowledge the order, move the telegraph lever to

requested position. Buzzer is silenced on the bridge and in
the control room.
Use the Engine Control Room panel to execute command.
Select Speed Control Mode (This is the default mode and it

shall be active when Manual Control is selected)
Then press the Start Ahead pushbutton to start the main

engine in ahead direction.
Adjust RPM setpoint, indicated on display, to match

manoeuvre order from bridge.
Monitor the rpm on the display on the Manual Control Panel.
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Stop engine

telegraph system.

requested position.
X
RX
PX
M X: 0 :0 0 0 0 n n n
X
0 0D n: n0 n0
SX
PX
E E D : 0C M
XF X
: 0T Y
. 0: n0 n0 %
UX
EX
L Q
m
R eO sT s: aA g
H eE A D
START
AHEAD
AIR
RUN
FU EL
S ER VO
RA I L
PRESS : 1 00 0 BAR
O I L
PRESS : 2 20
BAR
CON TR . O I L
PRESS : 2 20
BAR
AUX
BLOWER
PRESEL.
SPEED
CONTROL
MODE
STOP
START
ASTERN
SLOW
TURNING
AUX.
BLOWER
STOP
FUEL
CONTROL
MODE
REMOTE
AUTOM.
CONTROL
SAFETY
SYSTEM
RESET
ECR
MANUAL
CONTROL
SHD
CANCEL
LOCAL
MANUAL
CONTROL
SOUND
OFF-ALM
ACKN.
SPEED/FUEL
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Adjust speed command to minimum run
Activate the Stop pushbutton.
Observe that the engine stops.
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The emergency stop function activates the emergency stop system

in the main engine safety system.
EMERGENCY STOP
Open the cover.
can be restarted.
Note

can be restarted.
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Start engine astern

telegraph system.

requested position.
X
RX
PX
M X: 0 :0 0 0 0 n n n
X
0 0D n: n0 n0
SX
PX
E E D : 0C M
XF X
: 0T Y
. 0: n0 n0 %
UX
EX
L Q
m
R eO sT s: aA g
H eE A D
START
AHEAD
AIR
RUN
FU EL
S ER VO
RA I L
PRESS : 1 00 0 BAR
O I L
PRESS : 2 20
BAR
CON TR . O I L
PRESS : 2 20
BAR
AUX
BLOWER
PRESEL.
SPEED
CONTROL
MODE
STOP
START
ASTERN
SLOW
TURNING
AUX.
BLOWER
STOP
FUEL
CONTROL
MODE
REMOTE
AUTOM.
CONTROL
SAFETY
SYSTEM
RESET
ECR
MANUAL
CONTROL
SHD
CANCEL
LOCAL
MANUAL
CONTROL
SOUND
OFF-ALM
ACKN.
SPEED/FUEL
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Use the Engine Control Room panel to execute command.
Press the Start Astern pushbutton to start the main engine in

astern direction.
Adjust RPM setpoint, indicated on display, to match

manoeuvre order from bridge.
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3.4 Operation from Local Stand

Local panels
Operation of the main engine from local control stand is done
using the same type of equipment as for ECR Manual Control.
AutoChiefC20 units are located in a cabinet.
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150
rpm
XXXX
: 0 0 0 nnn
XXX
: 0 0 0 nnn
XXXX
: 0 . 0 nn
me s s a g e
START
AHEAD
TURNING
ON AIR
AUX
BLOWER
PRESEL.
SPEED
CONTROL
MODE
REMOTE
AUTOM.
CONTROL
STOP
START
ASTERN
SLOW
TURNING
AUX.
BLOWER
STOP
FUEL
CONTROL
MODE
SAFETY
SYSTEM
RESET
ECR
MANUAL
CONTROL
SHD
CANCEL
LOCAL
MANUAL
CONTROL
SOUND
OFF- ALM
ACKN.
WECS- 9520 MANUAL CONTROL
SPEED/FUEL
At sea
Nav.
full
Full
Stand by
Half
FWE
Slow
Bridge
Dead
Slow
ECR
Stop
Local
Dead
Slow
Slow
Half
Wrong
way
Lamp
Test
Full
Emerg.
Astern
EMERGENCY STOP
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Set ahead thrust

1

telegraph system, indicated by a flashing LED on the PBT
and buzzer sound.
To accept the order, press the flashing pushbutton, here

suppose Dead Slow in ahead direction.
Select Speed Control Mode (This is the default mode and it

shall be active when Manual Control is selected)
To start the engine, press the pushbutton Start Ahead on the

manual control panel.
Monitor the rpm on the display on the manual control panel.
Turn the speed-set dial for adjusting rpm.
SPEED/FUEL
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Stop engine
SPEED/FUEL
The orders Stop and FWE are given from bridge. To accept
the order press the pushbutton FWE on the PBT.
Adjust the rpm according to minimum run.
Press the pushbutton Stop
Observe that the engine stops.
Emergency Stop
EMERGENCY STOP
If required Emergency Stop may be activated from local control

stand
1
Open the cover.
can be restarted.
Note

can be restarted.
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Set astern thrust

1
The order Slow astern is given from bridge.
To accept the press the pushbutton Slow in astern direction.
To start the engine, press the pushbutton Start Astern.
Observe the engines rpm and direction of rotation.
SPEED/FUEL
Adjust the rpm according to the command Slow
Observe the engines rpm.
Cancel functions
Cancel Shut-Down from Local stand
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If a shut down condition is detected it will be indicated on

the manual control panel. If it is a cancellable shut down, it
may be cancelled by the Cancel Shut Down function
Press the pushbutton Cancel shut down for inhibiting engine

to stop.
For resetting the function press once more and shut down
will go active.
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3.5 Command Transfer

Control position ACP mimic
The status bar at the top of the ACP mimic will indicate control
position. For more details, there is also a dedicated ACP mimic
page.
From the HOME menu, select the Misc menu and Control Pos
page.
The Control Pos page is used to display available control
positions, and for monitoring active control position. The
mimics can also to some extent be navigated using the
rotary knob to initiate command transfer, as a backup for the
pushbuttons.
A basic setup is Bridge with two bridgewings, Engine Control
Room and Local control.
To secure a bump-less control transfer the Control Pos page
will display lever positions, to help the operator to correct a
setpoint mismatch. Displayed example indicate a potential
Crash Astern if not corrected in a command transfer from
Bridge to ECR.
Additional levers may be positioned at Backup Engine Control
Room control and will be displayed in this mimic.
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Command transfer Functions

The command transfer section can be found on both the LTU
and PBT. Buttons are used for both indicating current command
position and command transfer.
Bridge
The engine is (or shall be) controlled by an operator on the

bridge/wheelhouse/bridgewing, using the automatic Remote
Control System.
ECR
The engine is (or shall be) controlled by operators in the engine

control room, using the automatic Remote Control System or
Backup controls, according to telegraph commands from the
bridge/wheelhouse displayed on the LTU.
Local
The engine is controlled by operators at the local stand, using

the local control system located on the main engine, according
to telegraph commands from the bridge/wheelhouse displayed
on the PBT.
Indications
The push-button LED indicator is lit with a steady light to

indicate control position.
The push-button LED indicator is flickering and a buzzer
will sound when a control position is requested but not yet
accepted.
Functions
Command transfer request and acknowledge.

Local control stand
At the local control stand the main engine is operated using

the engine builders pneumatic or mechanical control facilities.
Control transfer switches may vary between the different engine
types and installation requests. Turning this switch will usually
override the Remote Control System, and default to back
AutoChiefs last command position or Engine Control Room.
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Operation
Command transfer Bridge Wing

Bridge Wing Control is a sub mode of bridge/wheelhouse control.
Before manoeuvring from the bridge wing is possible the control
has to be transferred from bridge to bridge wing.
CAN instrument Bridge Wing panel
Press the pushbutton In Command on the BWU C20 panel

for control take over.
The led indicator will flash until transfer is ready.
The lever will start to move to match position with the

bridge lever. This is an automatic function.
The green LED indicator in the In Command pushbutton will

turn to steady light when the control transfer is completed.
LCD display Bridge Wing panel
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To initiate command transfer to the Bridge Wing, press the

pushbutton under the In CMD indication on the BWU 09
panel.
To complete command transfer the Bridge Wing lever must

be adjusted to match Bridge Setpoint.
Bargraphs on the LCD display indicate Setpoint and lever

positions. If there is a lever mismatch the status field on top
of the BWU LED display will indicate Transfer.
Once levers are adjusted the status bar will indicate In

Command and Bridge LTU will automatically follow the
Bridge Wing lever.
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Return control to Bridge ACP
While in Bridge Wing control the upper section of the ACP

page Home indicates which Bridge Wing control station is
in control.
To return control from Bridge Wing to Bridge:
1
On the Bridge, press the Bridge pushbutton on the LTU.
Control will be automatically transferred to the Bridge, and

lights the LED indicator marked In Command on the ACP.
The upper section of the ACP mimic Home, changes

status.
Command transfer between Bridge and

ECR
ECR hand over command to Bridge:
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In ECR, press the pushbutton Bridge on the LTU to notify

the Bridge of command transfer.
The led in the pushbutton marked bridge flickers, buzzers

sounds in ECR and Bridge. The upper section of the ACP
mimic Home, changes status.
On the Bridge, adjust the lever, then press the pushbutton

Bridge on the LTU to confirm transfer.
The led in the pushbutton marked ECR extinguishes. The

led in the pushbutton Bridge turns to steady light. Buzzers
on the Bridge and in ECR are turned off.
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The upper section of the Home mimic changes status.
Control station is now Bridge, and the led In Command is

lit on the Bridge ACP
Bridge request command transfer from ECR:

Bridge on the LTU to request transfer.
The led in the pushbutton marked Bridge flickers, buzzers

In ECR, press the pushbutton Bridge on the LTU to approve

transfer.

Bridge on the LTU to confirm handover.
The led in the pushbutton marked ECR is extinguished.

The led in the pushbutton Bridge turn to a steady light.
Buzzers on the Bridge and in ECR are turned off. The upper
section of the Home mimic changes status.
Bridge hand over command to ECR:
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On the Bridge, press the pushbutton ECR on the LTU to

notify the ECR of command transfer.
The led in the pushbutton marked ECR flickers, buzzers

In ECR, adjust the lever to Bridge command, then press the

pushbutton ECR on the LTU to confirm transfer.
The led in the pushbutton marked Bridge extinguishes.

The led in the pushbutton ECR turns to steady light.
Buzzers on the Bridge and in ECR are turned off.
The upper section of Home changes status.
Control station is now ECR, and the led In Command is

lit on the ECR ACP
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ECR request command transfer from Bridge:
In ECR, set lever to corresponding Bridge command

(indicated on LTU and Control Position page).
Press the pushbutton ECR on the LTU.
The led in the pushbutton marked ECR flickers. Buzzer

sound on the Bridge. The upper section of ACP Home,
changes status.
On the Bridge, press the pushbutton ECR on the LTU to

confirm, and silence buzzer.
The led in the pushbutton marked Bridge is extinguished.

The led in the pushbutton ECR turns to steady light. The
upper section of Home changes status and the led In
Command is lit on the ECR ACP.
Command transfer ECR Back-up

Manual control of the engine from ECR is done via the WECS
manual control panel and a speed-setting dial. The system is
directly connected to the WECS 9520.
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Press the pushbutton ECR Manual Control on the manual

control panel.
The upper section of the Home mimic changes status, and

transfer is completed.
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Command transfer to Local stand

The main engine is operated from the local control stand using the
engine manufacturers pneumatic or mechanical control facilities.
This equipment may be customized for different engine types and
installation requests, so the illustrations used in this description
may differ as a result of different configurations on your vessel.
1
To initiate control transfer at the Local Stand, turn the

Control transfer switch.
Turning this switch will override the Remote Control

System, and default back to AutoChiefs last command
position or Engine Control Room.
Control transfer may be initiated from the position in control,

using the Control Transfer buttons found on the Push Button
Telegraph or Lever and Telegraph Unit
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Push the Local pushbutton.
The led in the pushbutton marked Local flickers, buzzers

sounds in ECR/Bridge and on local control stand
The upper section of the ACP mimic Home, changes

status.
Confirm transfer by pressing the Local pushbutton on the

PBT at the Local Control Stand
Confirm transfer by pressing the Local pushbutton on the

PBT at the Local Control Stand
The led in the pushbutton marking previous control position

extinguishes. The led in the pushbutton Local turns to
steady light. Buzzers on the Bridge, ECR and on local
control stand turns off
The upper section of the Home mimic changes status, and

transfer is completed.
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3.6 Advanced Operation

Safety System
The Remote Control System receive input from a number of
sensors relevant for the Safety System.
From the Home menu, select the Safety System page.
The Home page will remain while the lower section provides a
different set of soft keys.
Shut Down
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Use the rotary knob and navigate to Shut Down soft key, and
press the knob once.
A list of all Shut Down inputs which are active is displayed.

If no slow downs are active the page is empty.
Press the Shut Down soft key twice to display a list of all
shut downs connected to the system, with buttons indicating
which are active and cancellable.
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Operation
Use the rotary knob to navigate the list to cancel individual

shut down alerts, rather than all by using the SHD button.
This function can be used to disable a shut down input
to the Remote Control System, recommended only for
maintenance or a confirmed faulty sensor.
Slow Down
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Use the rotary knob and navigate to the Slow Down soft key,
and press the knob once.
A list of all Slow Down inputs which are active is displayed.

If no slow downs are active the page is empty.
Press the Slow Down soft key twice to display a list of all
shut downs connected to the system, with buttons indicating
which are active and cancellable.
Use the rotary knob to navigate the list to cancel individual

slow down alerts, rather than all by using the SLD button.
This function can be used to disable a shut down input
to the Remote Control System, recommended only for
maintenance or a confirmed faulty sensor.
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RPM Detector
On the RPM Detector page you can observe status on the

individual pick-ups.
Hour and revolution counters are displayed, and can be reset
using softkeys.
By selecting the softkey Over-speed test and pressing the knob
the system will simulate over-speed and the engine will stop.
Over-speed level for test can be adjusted in the same field. The
test function shall be switched off after testing or it will return to
off automatically after a pre-defined time.
When the engine is not running its also possible to simulate
RPM. The function is turned on and the rpm is increased or
decreased with the arrow keys on the right side of the value
display.
Emergency Stop
Select the soft key EMG. Stop.
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Operation
The status of all emergency stop switches is displayed. If a loop

failure occurs, or the emergency stop switch is activated a red
indicator is lit.
Alarm inputs and history
Alarm input groups can be inspected in the Alarms section.
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Use the rotary knob and navigate to the appropriate soft key,
press the knob once and list of active inputs is displayed.
Press the soft key twice to display a list of all inputs.
Use the rotary knob to navigate to the page Alarm history,

press the knob to inspect the log.
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Safety operations for Bridge or ECR

Cancel SHD from ACP
During normal operation a shutdown message will popup like in

the figure below. Its stated whether the SHD is cancellable or
not. If it is cancellable and if it is required to keep ships speed
follow the instructions below.
Between detection and activation of a shut down there is a time

delay. Shut down should be cancelled before its activated.
1
Press the pushbutton Cancel SHD on the ACP.
Engine will keep on running.
Press Cancel SHD pushbutton again and the shut down goes
active.
Note
Its possible to cancel individual shut downs from the Safety

System sub-menu. This can be useful in case of e.g. a known
faulty sensor or maintenance work.
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Operation
Cancel SLD from ACP
During normal operation a slow down message will appear like

the figure below. Its stated whether the SLD is cancellable or
not. If its cancellable and if it is required to keep ships speed
follow the instructions below.
Between detection and activation of a slow down there is a time

delay. Slow down should be cancelled before its activated.
1
Press the pushbutton Cancel SLD on the ACP.
Engine will maintain the requested rpm.
Press Cancel SLD pushbutton again and the slow down goes
active.
Note
Its possible to cancel individual slow downs, from the Safety

System sub-menu. This can be useful in case of e.g. a known
faulty sensor or maintenance work.
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Cancel limits from ACP
Press the pushbutton Cancel Limits again and the function is

disabled.
Sound off
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Press the pushbutton Sound Off on the ACP for silencing

of buzzer.
The buzzer stops and led indicator is turned off.
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Alarm acknowledge
Press the pushbutton Sound Off on the ACP for silencing

of buzzer.
Press the pushbutton Alarm Ackn. on the ACP for Accepting

alarm.
The Led indicator beside the softkeys Alarms and Safety

System is lit.
Use the rotary knob to navigate to the Alarms pages, press

the knob to further inspect alarm status.
Engine State
The Engine State and start/stop conditions are displayed in the
Engine State page. Conditions are further described in Functional
Description Engine state, start Interlock/Fail/Block on page 32
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Engine Modes
Use the rotary knob and navigate to the Engine modes page to
select operation mode.
Use the rotary knob and navigate to the operation mode to

be selected.
Press the knob, the indicating field beside the soft key will get
green colour. The operation mode selected is now active.
For description of various engine modes, see the Functional
Description Engine operation modes on page 39.
In the Engine modes section there is also a VIT Test page.
Use the rotary knob and navigate to the operation mode to
be selected.
Press the knob, the indicating field beside the soft key will get
green colour. The operation mode selected is now active.
Engine modes are further described in Functional Description
Engine operation modes on page 39
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Engine Limiters
For protecting the engine and its accesories against thermal stress
and destruction and unnecessary wear and tear some limiters are
included in the system. Limiters are displayed in the Limiters
page and described further in Functional Description RPM
control function on page 45
Engine limiters are configured during commissioning, and some

limiters are adjustable. Adjustable limiters are displayed in the
Limiters Set Limiter page.
Adjustable limiters are indicated in white boxes.

Use the rotary knob to highlight field, and press to activate.
Adjust the RPM limiter value by turning the rotary knob.
Press the knob to enter the new RPM value.
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Select the Speed Program page.
The load program can be monitored.

If the Speed Up Program is active it is indicated with a green
coloured indicator.
If the Speed Down Program is active it is indicated with a
green coloured indicator.
The load program may be cancelled by activating the soft key
Cancel Speed Program
If the load program is cancelled it is indicated with a red

coloured indicator.
When the load up or load down program is active the
remaining time is indicated.
The limiter curve settings can be inspected and adjusted using the
Misc Menu Parameter Change ME Governor DGU mimic,
according to guidelines found in section Parameter Change on
page 102
Select the Limiters Lim Curves
Here the actual Scavenging air and torque limiter curve can
be monitored.
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Date & Time setting

The AutoChiefC20 is synchronized with the Master Clock. The
Misc Menu Date & Time page is used to set the time in UTC
and adjust the difference to local time.
By using the rotary knob each field for adjusting date and time
can be selected.
Adjust UTC using the rotary knob to define the baseline:
year-month-day-hour-minute-second.
Use the Adjust local offset to set the difference (in minutes) to
your local timezone, and daylight saving time.
When the soft key Set Time is selected the adjustments go
active and are displayed as Current Time.
Note
System logs are displayed with Local Time.

Universal Time Coordinated is an atomic time standard that has
replaced Greenwich Mean Time as the main reference time scale.

When powered off the AutoChiefC20 will remember the time for
14 days, and after long term storage UTC will have to be reset.
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Engine Data
The settings in Misc Menu Engine Data page are configured
during commissioning and cannot be changed. The information
includes engine type, propeller type rpm and max continuous
rpm (MRC) and the number of cylinders.
User Access
The AutoChiefC20 has 3 levels of access control.
Select the Misc menu User Access page.
By using the rotary knob the entrance level can be selected, by
activating one of the following fields:
Depending on entrance level selected a dedicated password

is required. To enter the password a Pop-up appears, use the
rotary knob to enter the password for the requested user access.
Required password will be available upon request to KM as.
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Operation
Press OK in the dialog box. The status field beside the access
level changes to Active When the access level is accepted
the other fields on the User Access page is available for
adjustments.
To change the password individually for each access level
select one of the access levels in the field Change password.
Type the new password in the dialog box. The input provided
may be monitored in the lower left section of the dialog box.
When the new password for the selected access level is entered
select OK in the dialog box.
To change the Time out parameters select one of the access
level timeout parameter. In this case the timeout for User
level is selected.
Press the knob to be able to change the value.
Use the rotary knob to select between the fixed values.
Press the knob to activate the change initiated.
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Parameter Change
The parameter settings in Misc Menu Parameter Change page
are configured during commissioning and requires higher lever
user access to be changed.
Caution
The user is advised to consult engine manufacturers
manual before attempting to adjust parameters.
Select the Misc Menu then Parameter Change

In the Main Function Overview you will find several
sub-functions, governing various aspects of engine control,
which may differ from this example depending on engine and
propeller setup.
For example, select the soft key Start Stop Reversing

From the Start Stop Reversing Sub-function Overview it is
possible to select those parameters related to starting, stopping
and reversing.
For example, select the soft key Slow Turning to
inspect/adjust the parameters available for Slow Turning
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Operation
To change a parameter, select the parameter by turning the

rotary knob until value is highlighted.
Then press the rotary knob (password for commissioning
access will be required).
Adjust the value by turning the knob, then press the knob to
activate the parameter value change.
To return to the sub-menu select Sub Functions, or if you
want to return to the main parameter menu select Main
functions
Node configuration
The node input settings are configured during commissioning. To
inspect or change them, select Misc Menu Misc 2 Nodes
page.
Caution
The user is advised to consult engine manufacturers
manual before attempting to adjust parameters.
In this example we will adjust settings for CAN instrument

dimming.
In the Nodes page both user interface and data processing
nodes are listed and available for further inspection.
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In this example we want to adjust dimmer settings for an RPM

indicator located in the wheelhouse.
Rotate and push the navigation wheel to select RPMU and
the instrument.
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Operation
A list of instrument tag values will be displayed for inspection.

Rotate and push the navigation wheel to enter the list and
select the appropriate instrument dimmer tag(s).
Adjusting the values require commissioning access.
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WECS 9520
WECS Communication page
Select the Engine State soft-key, then WECS Comm.
From this picture the operator can monitor essential information

send between the remote control system and WECS.
WECS 9520 pages
The WECS 9520 control system consists of several electronic

modules (FCM-20) one per cylinder. Each module controls
its cylinder and depending on the cylinder number it controls
also some common functions. Two modules are responsible
for the communication with the OPI. In the variant CAN-open
this will be FCM1 and FCM2. There are two modules because
of the redundancy. All FCM-20 are communication through a
redundant system bus. The maximum number of cylinders is 14.
The OPI consists of a Remote Control System (RCS), a Digital
Governor (DGU), a Safety System (SS) and an Alarm System
(ALS)
Select soft-key Misc. Menu from the main menu screen, then
the soft-key WECS 9520
To change parameters we must select one of the following
soft-keys:
WECS INDIC
WECS USER
WECS ADJUST
WECS INJ-QTY
WECS INJ-TIM
WECS EXHV-P
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WECS EXHV-T
To be able to reconfigure one or more fields the user must
have super-user clearance.
Accessing each field is by rotating the rotary knob.
Press the rotary knob to activate the field.
Adjust the chosen field value by turning the rotary knob.
Enter new field value by pressing down on the rotary knob.
Repeat as needed.
Note
It is advisable to read the WECS user manual supplied by

the engine manufacturer before attempting any adjustments.
All adjustments will influence engine performance and can
lead to unforeseen problems if not performed according to the
manufacturers recommendations.
Select WECS INDC. The screen will now display all WECS
data indicators.
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By selecting WECS USER, the screen will display a number of

user reconfigurable configuration fields.
By selecting WECS ADJUST, the screen will display a number

of adjustable parameters for engine performance.
By selecting WECS INJ-QTY the operator can monitor injector

fuel quantity performance.
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Operation
By selecting WECS INJ-TIM the operator can monitor engine

injector timing performance.
By selecting WECS EXHV-P the operator can monitor each

cylinders exhaust valve performance.
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By selecting WECS EXHV-T the operator can monitor each

cylinders exhaust valve timing performance..
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Operation
Lever fine tuning

The AutoChiefC20 Combined Lever and Telegraph Unit (LTU)
lever operates in eleven fixed steps, where each step represents an
RPM/Thrust command in ahead or astern direction, and the lever
can be moved between the steps as well for adjusting command.
Additionally its possible to use a fine tuning parameter available
on the ACP mimic. Fine tuning is temporary and will be reset
when the lever is moved.
Use the rotary knob and navigate the Misc menu Fine
Tuning page.
Navigate to the softkey for turning the fine tuning function

On. Press the knob, the fine tuning function is now active
Use the rotary knob and navigate to the field for percent
setting.
Press the knob to be able to adjust the value and use the rotary
knob to adjust the percent setting
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The start point will be the value representing the preset lever
position. Values above and below the bar-graph is representing
max and min. value for fine tuning.
Press the knob to activate the percent setting selected

The adjusted command is now active
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Lever calibration
The levers can be calibrated using the Misc menu Parameter
change pages, as follows, though options available on the screens
may differ due to various engine/propeller configurations.
1
Select the softkey LEVER CALIBRATION
The Sub function menu provides the parameters available

for calibration of a lever.
From the Sub function overview its possible to select

parameters related to calibration of lever. Inspect Lever to
RMP settings
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In these pages, settings for the Bridge Lever can be

inspected, or adjusted, and used for recalibration.
Return to the sub-function menu, and select the soft key

Bridge Lever Calibration.
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According to the instruction given, set the bridge lever to

Stop position.
Use the Rotating knob and select Stop
Enter your user access code for commissioning access.
The stop value will be detected by the system and feedback

from the potentiometers will calibrate to correct value when
the calibration step is accepted.
10 Repeat 6-9 for Dead Slow Ahead, and note the correct values
to be according to settings found/adjusted in step 4 (about
20%)
11 Repeat 69 for Slow Ahead, and note the correct values to be
according to settings found/adjusted in step 4 (about 40%)
12 Repeat 69 for Half Ahead, and note the correct values to be
13 Repeat 69 for Full Ahead, and note the correct values to be
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14 Repeat 69 for Max Ahead, but move the lever as far as

possible ahead, and note the correct values to be 100%
15 Repeat 69 for Emergency Astern, and note the correct

values to be -100%
16 Repeat 69 for Full Astern, and note the correct values to be

17 Repeat 69 for Half Astern, and note the correct values to be
18 Repeat 69 for Slow Astern, and note the correct values to be
19 Repeat 69 for Dead Slow Astern, and note the correct values
to be according to settings found/adjusted in step 4 (about
20%)
Move the lever through all 11 steps to verify correct calibration
values. Repeat steps 69 in case of incorrect calibration values
(contact service personnel if this does not correct the problem).
The calibration of the Bridge lever is now completed.
Repeat the procedure for other levers if necessary.
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4 MAINTENANCE
This guide explains how to keep the system in good working
order and what to do if the system fails. The following subjects
are covered:
Preventive maintenance
Troubleshooting the system
Unit replacement
Distributed processing units
This maintenance description is intended for trained maintenance
technicians or engineers with experience in electronic and digital
circuits, computers and electro mechanical design. The level
of information is based on Kongsberg Maritimes maintenance
philosophy:
The onboard technical personnel shall, with the help of the
documentation and the systems built-in test functions, be able to
identify malfunctions, locate the fault, and replace major parts,
modules and components on a Line Replaceable Unit (LRU)
level. He/she shall however not attempt to repair the LRUs.
Caution
Cleaning with abrasive material or strong chemical
cleaning solutions is not recommended as these may
damage the system.
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4.1 Preventive maintenance

Maintenance intervals
Kongsberg Maritime recommends the following preventive
maintenance routine for the AutoChiefC20 Propulsion Control
system:
Weekly:
Clean all operator panels with a dry

cloth, and perform a lamptest.
3-Monthly:
Clean all filters for units equipped with

fans.
Check rpm pickups, cables and cable
entrances, electrical screw-terminals,
fuse connections and plug connections.
6-Monthly:
Yearly:
Check and if necessary calibrate the

input sensors and output actuators
according to the manufacturers
instructions. Check the batteries in the
UPS.
The Ships Maintenance Plan (or Sites Maintenance Plan)

should be referred to for obtaining a recommended preventive
maintenance schedule.
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Weekly maintenance
This maintenance routine applies to units equipped with lamp
test buttons. Pushing lamp test buttons will not interrupt normal
system operation.
1
Clean the surface of the units. Wipe the surfaces with a

clean cloth.
Push LAMP TEST.

a All LEDsshould be lit.
b If the test fails, refer to the trouble shooting section.
3monthly maintenance
Locate the unit(s) equipped with fan(s) and filter(s), take out
the filter and clean it. After cleaning, return the filter to its
designated place.
6monthly maintenance
Where applicable; check the following parts of the system each
6-month period:
1
Check cables and cable entrances for damage to the cable.
Tighten all electrical screw-terminals.
Tighten all plug connections.
Visual inspection of system parts is recommended to prevent

malfunctions and to ensure safe operation. For rpm pick-ups :
Remove dirt and check distance, while engine is stopped.
Check the batteries in the UPS, either by using a battery tester or
by letting the system run on batteries for 30 minutes.
Yearly maintenance
Visual inspection of system parts is recommended to prevent
malfunctions and to ensure safe operation. Each year, check
and if necessary calibrate the input sensors and output actuators
according to the manufacturers instructions. In general, it is not
necessary to re-calibrate sensors if the input signal is correct.
In particular for the fuel rack : check max fuel position on the fuel
pumps, and adjust max fuel in governor parameter, while engine
is stopped. Also inspect the actuators connection to the fuel rack.
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Maintenance
4.2 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Distributed Processing
Units
How to detect DPU errors
All Distributed Processing Units have Built In Self-Test. These

report errors to the AutoChiefC20 Control Panel.
How to handle DPU communication errors
When a communication error occurs for one of the Distributed

Processing Units, then do the following:
1
Locate the Distributed Processing Unit.
Check LED power and status indicators.
Green indicates that power is available and red that the power
has wrong polarity.
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Read the status for each indicator above and check it against
the table below.
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Follow the action for the fault you found as described below.
Normal Operation
Indicators lit: Run (Green), Info. (flashing yellow), End Init.
(green) and Power (green). - The unit seems to be working OK.

1
Check the cabling.
Restart the unit by turning power off and then on again.
If the Remote Operator Station is still reporting an error

replace the module. See procedure below.
No application loaded
Indicators lit: Watch Dog (red), End Init. (green) and Power
(green).
1
Indicates that the distributed processing unit has boot

software installed, but no basic software. Use the Rioload
program to install the appropriate software.
Not initialised
Indicators lit: Watch Dog (red) and Power (green)
Return the item to us.
Application stopped
Indicators lit: Watch Dog (red) and End Init (green)
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Restart the unit by turning power off and then on again.
If the WatchDog indicator is still lit replace the module. See

procedure below.
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Maintenance
Power connected with wrong polarity

Indicators lit: Power (red)
Correct the power polarity and check again.
If the Power indicator is still red, replace the module. See

procedure below.
No power
Indicators lit: None
Check power supply and wiring.
If the power supply and wiring is OK, replace the module.
PSO-P reset
A reported communication error on the AutoChiefC20 Control

Panel may be a result of a short circuit or otherwise tripped fuse
in the PSO-P power supply.
The PSO-P has 2 power-in (12 X) and 5 power-out (37 X), and
status is displayed using LED indicators.
Use these indicators, installation drawings and unit markings
to identify any tripped circuit.
Fuses are found on the side of the PSO-P along with a label
relating switches to their corresponding circuits.
To reset, off and back on, then verify LED indication.
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Troubleshooting for AutoChiefC20

Control Panel (ACP)
Troubleshooting checklist
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Maintenance
Troubleshooting the Servo System (DSU

and ELACT)
How to handle Servo system error codes
The DSU and ELACT have Built In Self-Test. Failure messages

is decoded by use of the dedicated OMRON User manuals.
For reference check:
OMRON Operation Manual
MCW151 Series Motion Control Option Board
Models: R88A-MCW151-E and R88A-MCW151-DRT-E
Revision March 2003
OMRON USERS MANUAL
MODELS R88M-W_ (AC Servomotors)
MODELS R88D-WT_ (AC Servo Drivers)
AC SERVOMOTORS/SERVO DRIVERS
Revision March 2003
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4.3 Replacement of Units

Caution
These Units are sealed and contains no user serviceable
parts. Opening the units will void the warranty.
Never replace more than one Unit at a time!
Note
All DPUs look very similar. Make sure the replacement unit is
of exactly the same type as the failed unit. Type specification is
available on labels found on each unit.
Safety Rules
Note
Kongsberg Maritimes health and safety system must be adhered

to at all times.
The following safety precautions must be followed at all times
during installation and maintenance work:
Always switch off all power before installation or
maintenance. Use the main circuit breaker, and label
the breaker with a warning sign that informs others that
maintenance or installation work is being carried out on the
system.
Do not open cabinet doors while in rough seas. It may swing
open suddenly and cause damage or injury.
For safety reasons during troubleshooting on the equipment
with power ON, two persons must always be present.
Read and understand the first aid instructions for electric
shock.
Whenever maintenance is carried out, it is essential that a first
aid kit is available, and that the maintenance personnel are
familiar with the first aid instructions for electrical shock.
WARNING
Although many of the AutoChiefC20 units
operate on 24 Vdc (typically DPUs), a potentially
lethal voltage may be present in the vicinity of the
unit to be maintained.
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Maintenance
HMI units of the AutoChiefC20 Propulsion

Control System
This section cover the replacement of:
AutoChiefC20 Control Panels (ACP)
Lever Telegraph Unit (LTU)
Pushbutton Telegraph (PBT)
Multiple Purpose Panel (MPP)
Do the following:
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Remove the mounting screws.
Lift the unit up.
Disconnect the power cable and then the data cable.
Place the new unit in the place of the old one.
Connect the data cables and then the power cable.
Put the unit back in its place.
Mount the screws securely.
Test that the unit is working correctly.
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Distributed Processing Units, MEI, DGU,

ESU, dPSC, RPMU
Figure 1
Electrical disconnection
Disconnect all connector plugs, starting with power. Always

power off the DPU before disconnecting further.
ESU and dPSC have dual redundant power.
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Dismount cable screen termination bracket and store the

screws safely, as loose metal objects could cause damage
and short-circuiting.
Detach bracket from DPU with cables and connector plugs

attached to bracket.
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Figure 2
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Mechanical disconnection
Loosen the mounting screws but do not remove.
Lift the DPU off the screws and remove the unit.
Pack the faulty unit using the packing case from the
replacement unit, and return to Kongsberg Maritime for
repair.
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Install the replacement unit
Reverse mechanical disconnection procedure and tighten

screws properly.
Reverse electrical disconnection procedure, and attach

power plug last.
Note DPU serial number
10 Seal the AutoChiefC20 cabinet properly.

Configure the replacement unit
Note
Please refer to the DPU Maintenance Manual 313675 for details

when the AutoChiefC20 is integrated with other systems.
11 On a standalone AutoChiefC20, navigate to Misc Misc2
Nodes on the ECR ACP.
12 Push wheel to enter list, then scroll to disconnected module
and push wheel again to select.
13 In the popup box, verify DPU serial number, then press OK
14 Wait a few minutes while the DPU is configured.
15 After a few moments the system indicates node state Ready.
The alarm related to the failing unit disappears.
16 Confirm that the DPU is working correctly.
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Maintenance
Motor Control Unit in the Digital Servo Unit

(DSU)
The application and communication network are affected when
(part of) a Motor Control Unit (MC) is faulty, so a faulty Unit
must be repaired or replaced quickly. We recommend having a
spare Unit available to restore operation as quickly as possible.
Precautions Observe the following precautions when replacing
a faulty Unit.
1
After replacement be sure that there are no errors with the

new Unit.
When returning a faulty Unit for repair, make a detailed

record of the problem and return the Unit to your nearest
sales representative.
If there is a faulty contact, put some industrial alcohol on a

clean cotton cloth and wipe the surface.
Use the following procedure when it is necessary to replace a

MC Unit.
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Make a note of the switch settings of the MC Unit to be

replaced.
Turn OFF the system power supply.
Replace the MC Unit, and reconnect the wiring as before.
Set the switch settings for the MC Unit.
Turn ON the system power supply.
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Printers
It is recommended that the replacement printer is of the same
make and model as the old one. Do the following:
1
Make sure the printer is turned off.
Disconnect the power cable and then the data cable.
Remove the printer.
Place the new printer in the place of the old one.
Connect the data cable and then the power cable.
Turn the printer on.
Print any log.
Confirm that the printer is working correctly.
ELACT
Perform the following procedure.
1
Replace the ELACT
Perform origin teaching (if using position control).

a When replacing the ELACT, the ELACT specific origin
position (Z-phase) may slip, so be sure to perform origin
teaching.
b Refer to the manual for the position controller you use for
how to perform origin teaching.
Set up the absolute encoder (ABS).

a If using ELACT with an absolute encoder, when
replacing the ELACT, the absolute data in the absolute
encoder will be cleared, so you need to set up the data
again. Also, the rotation limit data will be different from
before you replaced the ELACT, so initialize the Motion
Control Unit settings.
b For further reference, Check OMRON USERS
MANUAL MODELS R88M-W_ (AC Servomotors)
MODELS R88D-WT_ (AC Servo Drivers)AC
SERVOMOTORS/SERVO DRIVERS, Revision March
2003
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Index
A
ACP mimic, 14
Command Transfer, 81
Dimming, 59
EMG. Stop buttons, 90
Engine Data, 100
Engine Limiters, 52, 97
Engine Modes, 39, 96
Engine State, 32, 95
Guide to Graphic Pages, 60
Lever tuning, 111
nodes, 103
Order Printer, 27
Parameter Change, 102
Rotary Knob, 15
RPM Detector, 90
Shut Down, 88, 92
Slow Down, 89, 93
User Access, 100
C
Command Transfer, 81
ACP page, 81
Bridge Wing, 83
Bridge/ECR, 84
ECR Backup, 86
Local, 87
Pushbuttons, 18, 21, 82
M
Maintenance, 116
Intervals, 117
Safety Rules, 116, 124
Troubleshooting, 119
Unit replacement, 57, 124
Units, 13, 16, 19, 2628,
30, 126
Acknowledge, 15, 95
Alarm history, 91
Alarm input, 91
Alarms, 32, 92
Cancel Limits, 15, 63,
69, 94
Emergency Stop, 17, 22,
26, 38, 54, 65, 70, 79, 90
Overspeed, 22, 53, 90
Shut Down, 15, 22, 53,
80, 88, 92
Slow Down, 15, 22, 55,
89, 93
System units
Autochief Control Panel, 13
Bridge Wing Unit, 19
Config drawings, 11
DPU, 57, 126
Lever and Telegraph, 16
Local Control Box, 30, 77
Manual Control Panel, 28
Order Printer, 27, 130
Pushbutton Telegraph, 26
T
Troubleshooting
AutoChiefC20 Control
Panel (ACP), 122
Distributed Processing
Units, 119
DPU replacement, 57, 124
PSO-P reset, 121
Servo System (DSU and
ELACT), 123
R
Remote Control System, 32
Alarms, 32
Auxiliary functions, 44
Cylinder lubrication, 44, 68
Engine limiters, 45, 52, 97
Engine modes, 39, 42, 96
Engine State, 32, 95
Governor Management, 46
Regulator Functions, 46
RPM control, 45
Start Fail/Block, 32, 67
VIT/FQS, 42, 96
S
Safety System, 53, 88
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Table of contents
1
INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................................... 1
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................... 2

2.1
ORDER PRINTER UNIT FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ................................................................... 2
OPERATION .................................................................................................................................. 3
Setting TTY (20 mA current loop....................................................................................................... 5
Pin assignment .................................................................................................................................. 6
Menu program / Complete Selection................................................................................................. 7
Replacing the Paper Roll .................................................................................................................. 8
Possible errors .................................................................................................................................. 9
Accessories........................................................................................................................................ 9
PAPER RE-ROLL MECHANISM: ............................................................................................................... 10
DESIGN .......................................................................................................................................... 11
Installation ...................................................................................................................................... 11
Operation ........................................................................................................................................ 12
Technical Data................................................................................................................................ 13
APPENDIX A: DESIGN AND INSTALLATION ............................................................................... 16

DESIGN ................................................................................................................................................. 16
INSTALLATION ...................................................................................................................................... 17
APPENDIX B: TECHNICAL DATA ................................................................................................... 18
PRINT MECHANISM ............................................................................................................................... 18
PAPER ................................................................................................................................................... 19
INPUT BUFFER ....................................................................................................................................... 19
SERIAL INTERFACE 1 ............................................................................................................................ 19
SUPPLY VOLTAGE ................................................................................................................................. 19
AMBIENT CONDITIONS.......................................................................................................................... 20
STANDARDS .......................................................................................................................................... 20
CONNECTIONS ...................................................................................................................................... 21
MISCELLANEOUS .................................................................................................................................. 21
APPENDIX D: CONNECTIONS.......................................................................................................... 22
RS232 .................................................................................................................................................. 22
TTY...................................................................................................................................................... 24
APPENDIX E: CONTROL CHARACTERS....................................................................................... 25
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Instruction manual Order Printer Unit AutoChief C20
1 INTRODUCTION
The IPP 144-40 GS is an industry-standard panel mounting
printer designed for outputting data, text and graphics. It is
utilised in many fields of application to give:
fault signals
machine / process status reports
test reports
production data / statistics
The thermal printing process requires no maintenance and uses
commercial document grade thermo paper. The 80 mm width
provides the optimum width-length ratio. This paper conforms
to the PTB standards.
The printer prints max. 48 characters ( normal font) per line. At
least 4600 lines can be printed on a paper roll.
The shelf-life of a printed document is 10 years when stored in
an ambient temperature of under 60 C and a relative humidity
of under 80 %.
Transmission is serial by means of an RS 232 (V24) or TTY
(20 mA current loop) interface. A 16 kByte data buffer allows
rapid transmission.
To format the text, IPP 144-40 GS supports the most important
control characters of the siemens desktop printer PT88, e.g.
bold, expanded.
A paper re-roll mechanism (optional) may be installed under the
printer. A plexiglass cover allows IP64 protection.
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2 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
2.1 Order Printer Unit Functional Description
The printout is invented and right justified, which gives the
correct order after the paper has been torn off.
The IPP 144-40 GS starts the printing immediately after
reception of <CR>.
The control characters <CR>, <LF> and <FF> are print
triggering characters. Unrecognized control characters are
always ignored (Characters used: appendix E).
If a larger amount of data (more than 100 lines) must be printed
at the same time, a so called handshake controls the
transmission. If the receive buffer is almost full, the printer
transmits the character X OFF and activates the RTS line (neg.
voltage). If the buffer contents are reduced, the printer transmits
the character X ON and switches the RTS line back to passive.
This is also the case when:
the printer door is open
the printer is in menu mode
the paper feed is empty
Pagination is possible via an internal line counter. At the end of

a page the printer adds 3 blank lines. The page length is
adjustable (appendix E). The character <FF> enables a form
feed.
Configuration
The printer is adaptable to many different applications. the
default settings are appropriate for most of them.
The set parameters are permanently stored (requires no
maintenance). To avoid changing the menu parameters by
accident, link jumper B, accessible from the front. This jumper
is not linked at delivery. Jumper A must remain open all the
times.
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3 OPERATION
Locking the
Menu / Select
Key
If the jumper B is connected, the MENU / SELECT key

is locked; menu parameters can neither be printed or
modified.
In order to print or modify parameters:
remove jumper B !
RESET -key
The key S102 resets the printer to the standby mode. The
menu parameters will not to be changed.
Menu Program
All functions of the IPP 144 are set via menu program using
the ENTER and SELECT keys and are saved when the
user quits the program. From then the IPP 144 automatically
uses these parameters.
The print format for the printout of the parameters is always
NORMAL with 48 character per line, so that the parameters
can be read during printing.
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Entering the
menu
program
Print current
parameters
The menu
program
Change
Parameters
The menu program Change Parameters can be called in
one of two ways:
Without prior printing of the current parameters:
Press both keys following
ACTUAL PARAMETERS ?.
With prior printing of the current parameters:
Press both keys following
CHANGE PARAMETERS ?.
Changing
parameters
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Quitting the
menu
program
If there are no keys pressed over a period of approximately

2 minutes, the program is terminated automatically and
modifications made are not saved.
Setting TTY (20 mA current loop

If the transmission to the printer must be executed by means of
the TTY interface, the selection switch must be positioned to
the left. Default position is right: RS 232. Slide snap lock to the
right hand side, swivel front door out. Now you can see the
switch S 101 on the printed circuit board.
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For RS 232 C, RS 422 and RS 485 set switch S 101 to the

right hand side.
For Current loop, set switch S 101 to the left hand side.
Pin assignment
Connect the unit as shown in the connection diagrams.

Observe all national safety regulations, especially for supply
power connections.
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Menu program / Complete Selection
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Replacing the Paper Roll

Warning
Dangerous voltage
is accessible if replacing the paper roll after

opening of the front panel !
1. Devices with a.c. power supply must be powered off.
2. Push the snap lock to the right hand side and open the front
panel.
3. Tilt the wire frame upwards, remove the old paper roll.
4. Insert new paper roll; make sure it rotates clockwise during
printing (see left side of the figure).
5. Cut the beginning of the paper approx. 1 cm, to get a clean
straight edge (see right side of the figure). Insert paper inlet
from the bottom as shown in the above diagram.
6. Press the LINE FEED / ENTER key until the paper
appears at cutting edge.
7. If you have fed too much paper, carefully rewind the roll
push the wire frame back over the roll.
8. Close the front panel (snap lock must lock). The Alarm LED
extinguishes and the printer is ready.
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Possible errors
If there is no printout or if the printout is incorrect, verify the
following:
Has the paper run out? The end of paper is indicated by the
Alarm LED.
Did you insert the paper properly?
Do the baud rate, parity and word length of both units

correspond?
Is the data cable disconnected? Does the pin assignment

correspond to the description?
Is the setting RS232/TTY correct?
Is the transmitter transmitting? It can be tested electically on

the printer line RxD by means of a measuring device.
The menu cannot be printed:
Is the voltage supply correct? By pressing the Line Feed

key, the paper scroll one line.
Blank lines appear without any reason:
Text coming from the transmitter has more than 48

characters per line (24 in wide font). Blank characters are
probably present between the text and character <CR>. The
number of characters must be restricted to 48 (or 20)
characters per line.
Accessories
Spare paper:
80mm document grade: item number 49234 86910

Contains: 10 rolls.
Cable:
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The Printer can be connected to all cable of the PT 88

(Siemens desktop printer) via the screw-in adapter. The
appropriate designation can be found in the Siemens
catalogue. item number 27866 79461
Paper re-roll mechanism:

Item number 57200 00000
The IPP-AW is a paper re-roll device specially designed for use
with the IPP 144-40 GS. It can be installed directly underneath
the printer. The printed paper is automatically wound onto a
drum by a motor. All pull-out-front panel allows easy paper
handling (insertion, removing).
The paper re-roll device is a DIN-specification panel mounting
unit. It is supplied with power and controlled via the connector
cable which comes with the unit. An LED indicates ready
status. Depending on the distance between the two units at least
the last 9 lines printed remain visible.
The paper re-roll device is inserted into the panel cut-out from
the front and is clamped against the rear side of the switchboard
using the lateral mounting bolts. The switchboard thickness
must not exceed 12mm.
Operational principle: electromotor with friction clutch,
electronically controlled.
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DESIGN
Note
Protective conductor connection must be connected (to ground).
Installation
Warning
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Make sure that the unit is properly mounted

before connection and power on.
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Operation
Removing the paper
Use the handle (4) to pull out the front panel (1).
Remove the holder (3) with the paper from roll body,
rotate the notch of the holder as show in the diagram.
Remove the paper drum from the holder.
Inserting the paper
Wind the paper once around the drum body (2) in the
direction indicated by the arrow.
Plug in the holder (3) in such a way that the pins fit into
the notches of the body.
Close the front panel.
Briefly press the LINE FEED key at the IPP 144-40 GS
until the paper has been straightened out.
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Technical Data
Winding
Ambient
Conditions
Standards
Miscellaneous
Connection
Maintenance
friction
clutch
The torque of the friction clutch has been factory adjusted

and should not require adjustment.
The winding force of the motor can be adjusted by slightly
rotating the screw accessible through the left hand side
hole in the body:
less = turn left
more = turn right
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Plexiglass cover
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The plexiglass cover allows IP64 protection. It is latched on

the front panel of the device.
Item number 27863 15940
Dimensions: 155 x 155 mm
Material: Plexiglass and Santoprene 101-80 caoutchouc
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APPENDIX A: DESIGN AND INSTALLATION

Design
Warning
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before connection and power on.
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Installation
The IPP 144 - 40 G fits into a DIN standard panel cut out. It is
inserted into the switchboard opening from the front side and is
fixed against the switchboard rear using mounting screws. The
switchboard thickness must not exceed 12 mm.
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APPENDIX B: TECHNICAL DATA

Print mechanism
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Paper
Input buffer
Serial Interface 1
Supply Voltage
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Ambient Conditions
1) With 7 bit no parity, the sender must be set to 2 stop bits.

2) Starting current approx. 1,2 A (10 V ... 19 V) or approx. 0,8
A (19 V ... 36 V). This value can be used to rate the external
fuse
Standards
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Connections
Miscellaneous
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APPENDIX D: CONNECTIONS
The support of the XON/XOFF protocol depends on the PC (or
PG) software. This handshake is necessary if more than 100
lines are to be transmitted at one time (4k/40) and is not
possible with transmission mode TTY.
RS232
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TTY
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APPENDIX E: CONTROL CHARACTERS
Print Commands
LF
Line feed
CR
Carriage return
ESC J n
Prints and feeds paper
ESC d n
Prints and feeds paper by n lines
Print Character Commands

ESC % n
Specifies/clears download character set
ESC - n
Specifies/clears underline
ESC R n
Selects international character
ESC V n
Specifies/clears character rotation
GS ! n
Specifies character size
Print Position Commands

HT
ESC $ nL nH
ESC D
Horizontal tab
Specifies absolute position
Specifies horizontal tab position
Bitmap image Commands

ESC * m nL nH
ESC A* nL nH
GS * x y
GS / m
Specifies column bitmap image

Specifies raster bitmap image
Defines download bitmap image
Prints download bitmap image
Line Feed Commands

ESC 2
ESC 3 n
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Specifies line feed
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Barcode Commands
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GS H n
Selects print position of HRI character
GS h n
Sets barcode height
GS w n
Sets width of barcode
GS k m / GS k m n
Prints barcode
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL ....................................................... 9

AutoChiefC20 Combined Lever and Telegraph Unit (LTU)...............................16

AutoChiefC20 Bridge Wing Control Unit (BWU) .............................................19

AutoChiefC20 Pushbutton Telegraph (PBT) ......................................................26

Local manual control box.......................................................................................30

Remote control system functions ...........................................................................32

2.10 Safety system functions..........................................................................................53

2.11 Distributed Processing Unit (DPU) ........................................................................57

Operation from ECR ..............................................................................................67

Operation from Local Stand ...................................................................................77

Command Transfer .................................................................................................81

MAINTENANCE .............................................................. 116

Maintenance intervals ................................................................................117

Replacement of Units ...........................................................................................124

AutoChief Control Panel

Bridge Wing control Unit

Controller Area Network

Diesel Engine CoNtrol and Optimizing Specification

Digital Governor Unit

Distributed Processing Unit

Engine/Electric Control Room

Engine Safety Unit

Fixed Pitch Propeller

Fuel Quantity Setting

Greenwich Mean Time see also UTC

Liquid Crystal Display

Light Emitting Diode

Lever Telegraph Unit

Maximum Continuous RPM

Main Engine Interface unit

Multi Purpose Display

Multi Purpose Panel

Nitrogen Oxides (combustion gasses)

PushButton Telegraph unit

Propulsion Control System

Process Segment Starcoupler Module

Remote Control System

Un-interruptible Power Supply

Coordinated Universal Time similar to Greenwich Mean Time

Variable Injection Timing

About this manual

1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Component overview of the AutoChiefC20 Propulsion Control

Dual overspeed Lines

Local Control Panel

Dual RPM Units

The main components of the AutoChiefC20 Propulsion Control

2.2 AutoChiefC20 Control Panel (ACP)

Cancel limiters and

Analogue RPM and

Alarm ackn./sound off

Analogue start air pressure

Current main engine state

The information is selected from menus in the lower part of the

The mimic pictures may consist of text information, analogue

The Multifunctional Knob (Rotary Knob) is used for navigating

through mimic pictures and objects in the mimic pictures. It can

is active in the remote control system.