GEK–61800D

FAULT DETECTION PANEL

MODEL 17FM384

DESCRIPTION
The 17FM384 Fault Detection Panel is part of the
propulsion and control systems used on Off–Highway
Vehicles. Using an input signal from a 17ET33A1 ripple
transformer connected in the alternator field circuit, this
panel is designed to remove propulsion power from the
vehicle if a diode fails in the Power Rectifier panel.

The panel consists of a printed circuit board on which

are mounted semi–conductor devices and a terminal
board. See Fig. 1 for an outline drawing of the
17FM384A1 panel and Fig. 2 for an outline drawing of
the 17FM384B1 and C1 panels. Panel construction is
essentially the same for both panels; however, the
17FM384B1 has an additional Terminal Point (G) on the
FIG. 1. 17FM384A1 OUTLINE (41B562552,
terminal board and an indicating lamp (LED1). The CHG. 0). E–28853
17FM384C1 panel has RTV sealer applied to form a
seal between the FDR relay and the circuit board. Once energized, the FDR relay remains picked up
and sealed in until B+ is removed from the panel.
OPERATION On the 17FM384B1 and C1 panels only, Terminal
See Fig. 3 for the schematic diagram for Board Point (G) provides a B+ signal for customer use
17FM384A1 and Fig. 4 for the schematic diagram for and an indicating light (LED1) that lights when the
17FM384B1 and C1 panels. panel–mounted relay FDR is picked up.

MAINTENANCE
When unequal phase currents are sensed by ripples
in the alternator field circuit, a signal from the 17ET33A1 This panel should require very little maintenance.
transformer is received at Pins A and B of the FM384 However, it must be kept free of dirt and other foreign
panel. This signal is rectified by Diode Bridge BR1 and, material. The components on the circuit board are cov-
through R1, picks up relay FDR. As Relay FDR picks up, ered with a plastic coating to protect against dirt and
two interlocks operate simultaneously to: moisture. Cleaning can be accomplished by blowing
with low–pressure, dry air (29 psi max.).
1. Seal in the FDR relay coil with B+ from Pin F.
WARNING: Personal injury may result if proper
2. Open the circuit to the ASR control relay, con- eye protection is not worn when cleaning with
compressed air.
nected to Pins D and E on the FM384 panel.

These instructions do not purport to cover all details or variations in equipment nor to provide for every possible contingency to be met in connection with installation, operation, or mainte-
nance. Should further information be desired or should particular problems arise which are not covered sufficiently for the user’s purposes, the matter should be referred to the General
Electric Company. Any applicable Federal, State or local regulations or company safety or operating rules must take precedence over any instructions given in this material. GE has no
obligation to keep the material up to date after the original publication.

THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES OF ACCURACY, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Verify numbers for parts, tools, or material by using the Renewal Parts or Tool Catalogs, or contact your General Electric repre-
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Do not order from this publication.
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FIG. 2. 17FM384B1 AND C1 OUTLINE (41B566743 CHG. 0). E–28854

Periodically inspect the circuit board and panel wir-
ing for damaged components or insulation. Assure that
all wire connections to the terminal board are tight.
PANEL TEST
TEST EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
3. Connect a d–c voltmeter to Terminal D (+) and
Terminal C (–).
4. Observe that the voltage at Terminal D is 24 v.
5. Apply 15 vdc at Terminals A and B and observe
that the voltage at Terminal D drops to zero.

1. D–C Voltmeter NOTE: For the B1 and C1 panels, LED1 should

light. Read +24 volts at Terminal G.
2. 24 vdc Power Supply
6. Remove the d–c voltage from Terminals A and
3. 15 vdc Power Supply. B and observe that nothing changes from Step
5.
TEST PROCEDURES
7. Remove, then reconnect the 24 vdc at Terminal
1. Short out Resistor R1 (27K). F and observe that the voltage at Terminal D
reads 24 vdc.
2. Connect a 24 vdc power supply to Terminals F
and E (+) and Terminal C (–). 8. Remove jumper from R1.

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9. Remove all power supplies and the voltmeter.

FIG. 3. 17FM384A1 SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

(41B562551, CHG. A.). E–28855

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FIG. 4. 17FM384B1 AND C1 SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM (41B566739, CHG. 0). E–28856

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