INSTRUCTION MANUAL

FOR
EXCITER DIODE MONITOR
For Brushless Exciters
EDM-200

Publication: 9177200990
Revision: N 12/07
 INTRODUCTION
This instruction manual provides information about the operation and installation of the EDM-200 Exciter
Diode Monitor, part number 9177200100. To accomplish this, the following information is provided:

• General Information and Specifications

• Controls and Indicators
• Functional Description
• Installation and Calibration
• Maintenance

WARNING!
To avoid personal injury or equipment damage, only qualified personnel should
perform the procedures in this manual.

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 First Printing: August 1984

Printed in USA

© 2007 Basler Electric, Highland Illinois 62249 USA

All Rights Reserved

December 2007

CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION
of Basler Electric, Highland Illinois, USA. It is loaned for confidential use, subject
to return on request, and with the mutual understanding that it will not be used in
any manner detrimental to the interest of Basler Electric.

It is not the intention of this manual to cover all details and variations in equipment, nor does this manual
provide data for every possible contingency regarding installation or operation. The availability and design
of all features and options are subject to modification without notice. Should further information be
required, contact Basler Electric.

BASLER ELECTRIC
ROUTE 143, BOX 269
HIGHLAND IL 62249 USA
http://www.basler.com, info@basler.com
PHONE +1 618.654.2341 FAX +1 618.654.2351
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 REVISION HISTORY
The following information provides a historical summary of the changes made to the EDM-200 instruction
manual (9177200990). Revisions are listed in chronological order.

Manual
Revision and Date Change
H, 03/96 • Added input power burden to the manual specifications.
J, 12/97 • Corrected 50/60 Hz labeling error in Figures 3-1 and 4-1.
• Updated the manual format
• Added Section 6, Manual Change Information.
K, 04/99 • Corrected bar graph display Ripple segment reference in Steps 5 and 7
of the calibration procedures.
L, 06/00 • Changed Step 9 of calibration procedures to indicate the correct Gain
control rotation direction.
M, 07/01 • Added UL recognition and CSA certification.
N, 12/07 • Corrected UL file number listed in the specifications.
• Revised all front panel illustrations to show updated front panel overlay.
• Moved Section 6 content to the manual introduction and removed
Section 6.
• Added product illustration to the manual cover.

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 CONTENTS
SECTION 1 • GENERAL INFORMATION ................................................................................................ 1-1
INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................................. 1-1
SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................................................. 1-1
Input Power................................................................................................................................... 1-1
Field Sensing ................................................................................................................................ 1-1
Annunciation ................................................................................................................................. 1-1
Type Tests .................................................................................................................................... 1-1
Physical ........................................................................................................................................ 1-1
Agency Recognition...................................................................................................................... 1-1

SECTION 2 • FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................... 2-1

INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................................. 2-1
THEORY OF OPERATION................................................................................................................. 2-2
Input Amplifier............................................................................................................................... 2-2
Automatic Gain Controlled Amplifier ............................................................................................ 2-2
Variable Bandpass Ripple Amplifier ............................................................................................. 2-2
Precision Rectifier......................................................................................................................... 2-2
Inverse Timer................................................................................................................................ 2-2
Relay Driver .................................................................................................................................. 2-2
Bar Graph Display ........................................................................................................................ 2-3
AVR Ripple Amplifier .................................................................................................................... 2-3
Power Supply................................................................................................................................ 2-3

SECTION 3 • CONTROLS AND INDICATORS ........................................................................................ 3-1

GENERAL ........................................................................................................................................... 3-1

SECTION 4 • INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................. 4-1

MOUNTING......................................................................................................................................... 4-1
INTERCONNECTIONS....................................................................................................................... 4-1
STANDARD CALIBRATION ............................................................................................................... 4-3
Initial Adjustments ........................................................................................................................ 4-3
Startup Procedure ........................................................................................................................ 4-3
Trip Test........................................................................................................................................ 4-3
Final Checkout.............................................................................................................................. 4-3
CALIBRATION—WITH DECS UNIT................................................................................................... 4-3
Startup Procedure ........................................................................................................................ 4-3
Trip Test........................................................................................................................................ 4-4
Final Checkout.............................................................................................................................. 4-4

SECTION 5 • MAINTENANCE.................................................................................................................. 5-1

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................... 5-1
CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................................... 5-1
EDM-200 Does Not Operate ........................................................................................................ 5-1
EDM-200 Does Not Operate Properly.......................................................................................... 5-1

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SECTION 1 • GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
The EDM-200 Exciter Diode Monitor connects to the exciter field circuit and monitors the output of the
brushless exciter power semiconductors. The EDM-200 can detect the failure of a power rectifier in the
brushless exciter which fails in either the open or shorted mode. A set of Form C contacts provide alarm
annunciation. A bar graph display enables easy on-site calibration and monitoring of EDM-200 operation.

SPECIFICATIONS
EDM-200 specifications are listed in the following paragraphs.

Input Power
Nominal Range (±10%): 100 to 120 Vac, 200 to 240 Vac, 380 to 480 Vac, or 528 to 600 Vac
Frequency: 50/60 Hz
Burden: 10 VA

Field Sensing
Sensing Range
Current Range: 0.5 to 7.0 Adc
Signal Shunt Range: 20 to 100 mVdc
Exciter Rectifier Frequency: 50 to 400 Hz
Ripple Frequency: 150 to 2,000 Hz

Annunciation
Form C Output Contacts
Rating: 10 Aac at 120/240 Vac
10 Adc at 24 Vdc
0.5 Aac at 125 Vac
Time Delay
Open Diode: approximately 15 s
Shorted Diode: approximately 5 s

Type Tests
Vibration: withstands 5 to 26 Hz at 1.2 G, 27 to 52 Hz at 0.036” (0.9 mm) double
amplitude, and 53 to 1,000 Hz at 5 G
Shock: withstands up to 15 G in each of three mutually perpendicular axes

Physical
Temperature
Operating: –40 to 70°C (–40 to 158°F)
Storage: –65 to 85°C (–85 to 185°F)
Weight
Unit: 3.625 lb (1.64 kg)
Shipping: 4.875 lb (2.21 kg)

Agency Recognition ∗
UL: UL recognized per Standard 508, UL file E75380
CSA: CSA certified per Standard CAN/CSA-C22.2, No. 14-M91, CSA file
LR23131
∗ Output contacts are not UL recognized or CSA certified for voltages greater than 250 volts.

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SECTION 2 • FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
INTRODUCTION
Rectifier diodes mounted on the rotor of a brushless generator or motor fail by either opening or shorting.
If a rectifier shorts, very high current flows through the associated exciter armature winding thus causing
excessive heating and probable failure of the exciter. If a rectifier opens, the voltage regulator will
substantially increase the excitation to maintain the operating level. This constant, high level of excitation
could lead to failure of the regulator.
The EDM-200 determines the status of the rotating rectifiers by sensing the ripple content of the exciter
field current. The waveform shown in Figure 2-1A is the normal ripple measured with all diodes functional.
Figure 2-1B illustrates a waveform where one diode is open. Figure 2-1C illustrates a waveform where
one diode is shorted.

Figure 2-1. Typical Rectifier Diode Waveforms

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THEORY OF OPERATION
EDM-200 theory of operation is illustrated in Figure 2-2 and described in the following paragraphs.

Figure 2-2. EDM-200 Block Diagram

Input Amplifier
Resistor R is connected in series with the negative lead to the exciter field. The small voltage drop
developed across R is amplified by the input amplifier to approximately 1 volt when the generator is
unloaded. During various load conditions, the amplifier output will increase from 1 volt to about 4 volts.

Automatic Gain Controlled Amplifier

As the output of the input amplifier varies from 1 to 4 volts, the associated ripple content also varies. To
prevent the monitoring circuits from interpreting the 1 to 4 volt change as a diode failure, the automatic
gain controlled amplifier offsets the signal variations so that the monitoring circuit monitors the ripple in a
constant amplitude signal.

Variable Bandpass Ripple Amplifier

When all of the rotating diodes are operating normally, the field current ripple is of small amplitude and
high frequency. When a diode is faulty, the ripple is of large amplitude and low frequency (one-third or
one sixth of normal). Thus, the ripple amplifier has a high gain at low frequencies and a low gain at high
frequencies. The amplifier provides adjustment of the high frequency gain to provide compatibility with a
wide variety of brushless generators.

Precision Rectifier
This rectifier converts the ac output of the ripple amplifier to a dc signal.

Inverse Timer
The dc output of the precision rectifier pass through an inverse timing network to provide a prompt
tripping for a shorted diode but allows longer delays for an open diode.

Relay Driver
The relay driver consists of a transistor that controls the relay (K1) coil voltage.

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Bar Graph Display
This ten-segment indicator graphically displays the level of ripple and is used during EDM-200 calibration
and for monitoring EDM-200 operation.

AVR Ripple Amplifier

Since the AVR output consists of pulses, a strong ripple component consisting of these pulses is present
in the field current and makes the detection of an open diode difficult. To eliminate the AVR ripple, the
AVR voltage at terminal F+ is passed through a filter, a null adjustment, and the AVR ripple amplifier. The
amplifier output is then used by the input amplifier to cancel out the AVR ripple component in the field
current.

Power Supply
EDM-200 circuitry operates from a regulated +14 Vdc source that is provided by the transformer-rectifier
type power supply. The relay output will be inhibited and the bar graph display may indicate incorrect
information until the input voltage is at least 50% of nominal.

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SECTION 3 • CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
GENERAL
EDM-200 controls and indicators are illustrated in Figure 3-1 and described in Table 3-1.

Figure 3-1. EDM-200 Controls and Indicators

Table 3-1. EDM-200 Control and Indicator Descriptions

Locator description
A Threshold Control. During calibration and a no-load condition, this potentiometer is
rotated clockwise until the Threshold segment of the bar graph display (locator C) just
lights. This sets the threshold to the automatic gain control amplifier output level.
B Null Control. This potentiometer is used to null out the voltage regulator ripple
component of the field current.
C Bar Graph Display. This ten-segment LED displays the ripple level of the exciter diode
current.
D Gain Control. This potentiometer adjusts the threshold for indicating an alarm and
activating the output relay.

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SECTION 4 • INSTALLATION
MOUNTING
The EDM-200 should be mounted in a position that enables easy viewing of the bar graph display. Figure
4-1 illustrates the overall dimensions and mounting hole locations for the EDM-200.

Figure 4-1. EDM-200 Dimensions

INTERCONNECTION
Depending upon the application, the EDM-200 should be connected according to the connection drawing
shown in Figure 4-2 or 4-3. All EDM-200 connections are terminated with #6 screws. These terminal
screws have a maximum torque rating of 9 inch-pounds (1 N•m).

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 Figure 4-2. Typical Connections, 0–7 Adc Exciter Current

Figure 4-3. Typical Connections, 100 mV Shunt

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STANDARD CALIBRATION

Initial Adjustments
Before starting EDM-200 calibration, adjust the Gain, Null, and Threshold controls fully counterclockwise.

Startup Procdure
1. Start the generator system and check that it operates properly.
2. Ensure that all loads are removed.
3. Ensure that the Alarm and Threshold segments of the bar graph display are not lit.
4. Rotate the Threshold control until the lowest segment (Threshold) of the bar graph display just barely
lights.
5. Rotate the Gain control until the second Ripple segment (third from the bottom) of the bar graph
display just barely lights.
6. Rotate the Null control carefully until the lowest Ripple segment (second from the bottom) of the bar
graph display is fully lit.
7. Rotate the Gain control until the second Ripple segment (third from the bottom) of the bar graph
display just barely lights.
8. Carefully rotate the Null control until the lowest segment possible of the bar graph display is still lit.
9. Adjust the Gain control clockwise until the second Ripple segment (not counting the Threshold
segment) of the bar graph display is lit.

Trip Test
1. Note the number of bar graph display segments that are lit and the physical position (angle of
rotation) of the front panel Gain control.
2. Slowly rotate the front panel Gain control clockwise until the top Ripple segment of the bar graph
display is lit.
3. After a short time delay (about 8 seconds for a shorted diode or 15 seconds for an open diode), the
Alarm segment of the bar graph display will light and the output relay (K1) will "pull-in" (change state).
This can be verified by checking for an open contact across terminals 11 and 12 and a closed contact
across terminals 10 and 11.
4. Rotate the front panel Gain control back to the position noted in step 1 and verify that the relay de-
energizes.

Final Checkout
After EDM-200 calibration, check that it does not trip during buildup, load application, load removal, coast-
down, etc.

CALIBRATION—WITH DECS UNIT

Initial Adjustments
Before starting EDM-200 calibration, adjust the Gain, Null, and Threshold controls fully counterclockwise.

Startup Procedure
1. Start the generator system and check that it operates properly.
2. Ensure that all loads are removed.
3. Ensure that the Alarm and Threshold segments of the bar graph display are not lit.
4. Rotate the front panel Threshold control until the lowest segment (Threshold) of the bar graph display
just barely lights.
5. Rotate the front panel Gain control until the second Ripple segment (third from the bottom) of the bar
graph display just barely lights.

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6. Rotate the front panel Null control carefully until the lowest Ripple segment (second from the bottom)
of the bar graph display is fully lit.
7. Rotate the front panel Gain control until the second Ripple segment (third from the bottom) of the bar
graph display just barely lights.
8. Carefully rotate the front panel Null control until the lowest segment possible of the bar graph display
is still lit.
9. Adjust the front panel Gain control clockwise until the second Ripple segment (not counting the
Threshold segment) of the bar graph display is lit.

Trip Test
1. Note the number of bar graph display segments that are lit and the physical position (angle of
rotation) of the front panel Gain control.
2. Slowly rotate the front panel Gain control clockwise until the top Ripple segment of the bar graph
display is lit.
3. After a short time delay (about 8 seconds for a shorted diode or 15 seconds for an open diode), the
Alarm segment of the bar graph display will light and the output relay (K1) will "pull-in" (change state).
This can be verified by checking for an open contact across terminals 11 and 12 and a closed contact
across terminals 10 and 11.
4. Rotate the front panel Gain control back to the position noted in step 1 and verify that the relay de-
energizes.

Final Checkout
After EDM-200 calibration, check that it does not trip during buildup, load application, load removal, coast-
down, etc.

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SECTION 5 • MAINTENANCE
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Periodic inspection of the EDM-200 should be made to ensure that the unit is clean and free from
accumulations of dust and moisture. When inspecting the unit, check that all electrical connections are
clean and secure.

CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE
If a malfunction is detected in the EDM-200, use the following procedures to diagnose and correct the
malfunction. Repair is limited to the replacement of those parts identified in Table 5-1. When ordering
parts from Basler Electric, provide the device model and part number and specify the part’s reference
designator, quantity, part number, and description.

EDM-200 Does Not Operate

1. Check for proper input voltage.
If input voltage is not present, repair the wiring as necessary.
If input voltage is present, proceed to step 2.
2. Replace power transistor Q3.
If replacement of Q3 fails to correct the problem, replace the circuit board.

EDM-200 Does Not Operate Properly

1. Check for incorrect wiring.
If the wiring is incorrect, repair or reconnect the wiring as necessary.
If the wiring is correct, proceed to step 2.
2. Recalibrate the EDM-200 in accordance with the procedures of Section 4.
If this fails to remedy the problem, replace the circuit board.

Table 5-1. EDM-200 Replacement Parts

Reference
Designator Basler Part Number Quantity Description
— 9177201100 1 Printed circuit board
Q3 08511 1 Transistor, power, PNP, 225 V, 2.0 A
K1 15514 1 Relay, dustproof, SPDT, 12 Vdc coil

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PHONE +1 618-654-2341 FAX +1 618-654-2351