5. Instability
Instability in a closed loop speed control system can be categorized into two general types.
PERIODIC appears to be sinusoidal and at a regular rate.
NON-PERIODIC is a random wandering or an occasional deviation from a steady state band
for no apparent reason
Switch C1 controls the “Lead Circuit” found. The normal position is “ON “ Move the switch to the
“OFF” position if there is fast instability in the system.
Switch C2 controls an additional circuit added is designed to eliminate fast erratic governor
behavior, caused by very soft or worn couplings in the drive train between the engine and
generator.
The normal position is “OFF”. Move to the “ON” position if fast erratic engine behavior due to a soft
coupling is experienced.
The PERIODIC type can be further classified as fast or slow instability. Fast instability is a 3Hz. or
faster irregularity of the speed and is usually a jitter Slow periodic instability is below 3Hz., can be
very slow, and is sometimes violent.
If fast instability occurs, this is typically the governor responding to engine firings.
Raising the engine speed increases the frequency of Instability and vice versa.
In this case, placing switch C1 in the “OFF” position will reduce the speed control unit’s sensitivity
to high frequency signals.
Readjust the GAIN and STABILITY for optimum control Should instability still be present, the
removal of E1 to E2 jumper may help stabilize the engine. Post locations are illustrated. Again,
readjust the GAIN and STABILITY for optimum control. Interference from powerful electrical
signals can also be the cause. Turn off the battery chargers or other electrical equipment to see if
the system disappears.
Slow instability can have many causes. Adjustment of the GAIN and STABILITY usually cures
most situations by matching the speed control unit dynamics. If this is unsuccessful, the dead time
compensation can be modified. Add a capacitor from posts E2 to E3 (negative on E2). Post
locations are illustrated. Start with 10mfds. and increase until instability is eliminated. The control
system can also
be optimized for best performance by following this procedure.
If slow instability is unaffected by this procedure, evaluate the fuel system and engine
performance. Check the fuel system linkage for binding, high friction, or poor linkage. Be sure to
check linkage during engine operation. Also look at the
engine fuel system. Irregularities with carburetion or fuel injection systems can change engine
power with a constant throttle setting Th is can result in speed deviations beyond the control of the
governor system. Adding a small amount of droop can help stabilize the system for
troubleshooting.
NON-PERIODIC instability should respond to the GAIN control. If increasing the gain reduces the
instability, then the problem is probably with the engine. Higher gain allows the governor to
respond faster and correct for disturbance. Look for engine misfirings, an erratic fuel system, or
load changes on the engine generator set voltage regulator If the throttle is slightly erratic, but
performance is fast, move switch C1 to the “OFF” position. This will tend to steady the system.
If unsuccessful in solving Instability, contact the factory for assistance.
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