2001/11/01 Caterpillar


Setting the Desired Rated Speed or Emissions Strategy for Generator Sets {1901}

Usage:

3456 CAH
Generator Set:
3456 (S/N: CAH1-UP; CBX1-UP; CCB1-UP)

Table 1
EPA-Certified Engine Generator Sets Currently Available    
Power Rating     Frequency    
300 ekW (kVA)     60 HZ (50 HZ) as Tier II    
350 ekW (kVA)     60 HZ (50 HZ) as Tier II    
400 ekW (kVA)     60 HZ (50 HZ) as Tier II    
450 ekW (kVA)     60 HZ (50 HZ) as Tier II    
500 kVA     50 HZ as Tier II    
500 ekW     60 HZ as Tier I    

Table 2
Non EPA-Certified Engine Generator Sets Currently Available    
Power Rating     Frequency     Performance Options    
300 ekW (kVA)     60 HZ (50 HZ)     Low emission or low BSFC    
350 ekW (kVA)     60 HZ (50 HZ)     Low emission or low BSFC    
400 ekW (kVA)     60 HZ (50 HZ)     Low emission or low BSFC    
450 ekW (kVA)     60 HZ (50 HZ)     Low emission or low BSFC    
500 ekW (kVA)     60 HZ (50 HZ)     Low emission or low BSFC    

Within each product model ekW (kVA) rating, the dealership can use Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET) to configure the parameter screen. On EPA-certified engine generator sets and on non EPA-certified engine generator sets, the dealership can choose the desired engine rated speed (and subsequent frequency). In the case of non EPA-certified engine generator sets, the dealership can also choose to operate in ONE of the following performance modes:

  • low emission

  • low BSFC performance

Note: When an engine generator set leaves the factory as EPA certified, the engine generator set must remain EPA certified. Once an engine generator set leaves the factory, a non EPA-certified engine generator set cannot be turned into a EPA-certified engine generator set.

A factory password is required to change 3456 model ekW ratings. Power rating changes are password protected because any changes that are made to the power ratings directly affect the package design configuration. Power rating changes and package design configuration changes must be made at the same time. If power rating changes and package design configuration changes are not made at the same time, performance will be affected. For assistance with power rating changes, consult the Electric Power Application Support Center (ASC). The Electric Power Application Support Center can be reached in the following ways:

  • Phone: (765) 448-2400

  • FAX: (765) 448-2300

  • Email: applicationsupport@cat.com

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