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TP-6200 10/12 185Section 6 Accessories
6.1.18 Wireless Monitor
The wireless monitor system has two components: a
wireless monitor unit and a website. The monitor unit
transmits messages in response to signals received
from the equipment controller and notifies designated
recipients of selected operating conditions. The website
monitors these messages.
There are three monitor models: GM23409-KP1 for use
with hardwire inputs; GM23409-KP2 for use with a 550
controller using Modbusr communication; and
GM23409-KP3 for use with a 550 controller using
hardwire inputs that require a customer interface board.
Note: The 550 controller supports only one connection
for Modbusr communication. If the controller’s
RS-485 connection is already used for Modbusr
communication with other equipment, use
wireless monitor model GM23409-KP1 or -KP3
with hardwire inputs through a customer
connection board for monitoring.
Typical messages might include:
D Overcrank
D Low oil pressure
D Overspeed
D Common fault
At the website, the user configures which individuals will
receive messages regarding selected operating
conditions and the message delivery method. Delivery
methods include pagers (alphanumeric, numeric), fax,
XML, e-mail, PCS, or telephone (voice delivery). Each
message sent will contain the condition that generated
the transmission and also the make, model, and location
of the equipment. Up to 40 messages each day can be
delivered. Single or multiple messages can be sent to
selected recipients via multiple delivery methods. More
than one delivery method can be used for each recipient.
The wireless monitor is powered by the equipment
power source or by the generator set and constantly
monitors the inputs. When an input is triggered, the
wireless monitor sends the condition over the North
American AMPS (advanced mobile phone system). An
operations center server receives the transmission and
forwards the message to the selected recipients
according to the configured delivery method.
Every 24 hours, the wireless monitor also sends
information about itself and the system it is monitoring.
This heartbeat transmission tells the Kohler center that
the wireless monitor is properly functioning, powered,
and able to generate messages. If a device fails to report
a nightly heartbeat for more than a day, the system
sends a Unit Failed to Report Heartbeat alarm message
to the website.
Generator set run times and the number of cycles are
reported. Models GM23409-KP1 and -KP3 accumulate
run times over a 24-hour period and report the run times
with the heartbeat message. Model GM23409-KP2 (for
the 550 controller only) reports the total accumulated run
time and the total number of starts. Run times for model
GM23409-KP2 are also totaled using the Control Panel
function and can be updated upon request.
Upon power loss, a rechargeable battery powers the
wireless monitor. The monitor continues to transmit
messages for 15 minutes, then transmits a loss of power
signal and enters the sleep mode. The sleep mode can
last up to 18 hours, until the battery completely
discharges or power is restored. The wireless monitor
continues to send scheduled heartbeat messages
during the sleep mode until the battery discharges
completely.
G6-53
L
C
Dimensions are mm [in.]. All
dimensions are approximate.
275
244
[10.8]
[9.6]
51
[2]
27
[1.06]
211
[8.3]
181
[7.1]
86
[3.4]
95
[3.75]
51
[2]
Figure 6-36 Wireless Monitor
Modbusr is a registered trademark of Schneider Electric