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    MGC-02029B Revised 06-03 Catalog Section 75 (00-02-0500) Generator Control System FW Murphy Description The compact and powerful MGC2000 generator control system features a unique, simple-to-install and setup design and enhanced operation. The control method for the MGC2000 may be specified for using either the AS3000 Autostart automatic controller[...]

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    Power supply: • Continuous voltage range: 8-35 VDC • Brown out voltage < 5 VDC for 2 secs ( recovery to 8V) • Blackout voltage: 0 V for 50mS (from 10V, recovery to 5V) • Overvoltage withstand: 50 VDC for 5 seconds (to SAEJ1810 load dump immunity • Reverse voltage withstand: 100 VDC continuous Current consumption (standby): 50mA Current[...]

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    • DC Voltmeter* • DC Ammeter* • Hourmeter* • Relays. 4 relays, wired for Preheat, Crank, Fuel, and Common Alarm • Keyswitch • Phase select switch, standard for 3-phase units, optional for single- phase units. • Emergency stop switch • NEMA-4X enclosure • Quick disconnect connectors • Hinged front panel • Magnetic pickup sensor[...]

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    MGC-02029B page 4 of 4 How to Order the MGC2000 Phases 1 = Single Phase 3 = Three Phase Base Model MGC2000 = Mechanical Gages MGC2000E = Electric Gages Controller A = Autostart M = Manual DC Voltage 12 = 12 VDC 24 = 24 VDC AC Voltmeter 300, 600 600D = 600/300 Dual Scale Options AM = DC Ammeter (1) VM = DC Voltmeter (1) HM = Hourmeter (1) RL = Relay[...]