Understanding PZM DC Control System Alerts
DC Control Systems are a critical component of the infrastructure that supports the reliable delivery of electricity to consumers. They ensure that vital systems remain operational, even in challenging circumstances, contributing to the overall resilience and effectiveness of electric cooperatives.
Low Charger Voltage Alarm:
This alert is because the batteries have fallen below their acceptable voltage limit (PZM's default is based on the batteries rated output voltage. A substation's batteries ensure all the essential electrical systems in a substation continue to operate in the event of a power outage. The absence of an electrical supply could result in damage to equipment and personnel.
Associated Fields: Low Charger Voltage AlarmLow Charge Amps Alarm:
This alert is because the DC charging current has fallen below their acceptable voltage limit. (PZM's default is 0.1 amp). The charging system maintains adequate battery voltage levels. A substation's batteries ensure all the essential electrical systems in a substation continue to operate in the event of a power outage. The absence of an electrical supply could result in damage to equipment and personnel.
Associated Fields: Low Charge Amps Alarm.
PZM Alert Types
- Inspection Alerts instantly tell you what and where inspections are past due or due within the next 7 days.
- Deficiency Alerts tell you instantly what and where your highest risk deficiencies are.
- System Voltage Alerts instantly tell you where the highest and lowest voltage levels are on your transmission and distribution system.
- Reg Ops Alerts tell you your most active regulators on the system and enable you to prevent worn contacts and premature failure of the regulator.
- Breaker Ops Alerts identifies which breaker or recloser is experiencing the most faults on the system, and the user-defined impact of those faults, based on any combination of meter counts, load at risk, or revenue at risk.