
Natural Gas Generator Set Installation Manual-GF Series
Doc. 17855, Rel. 03/2014
3-6
1. Exhaust Line
2. Condensation Trap
3. Valve Handle (shown in open position)
Figure 3-3 Condensation Trap
3.6 Air Fuel Ratio (AFR) Controller
Select model specific natural gas engines are
equipped with an air fuel ratio controller, and are
designed to meet emission requirements for EPA, SI,
and NSPS codes. The engines are also capable of
meeting NSPS emissions standards with an AFR
controller and factory supplied catalyst.
The AFR control system uses a O
2
sensor architec-
ture with catalyst, if applicable, to control exhaust
emissions. The AFR control system controls fuel flow
based on exhaust O
2
. The controller opens or closes
the fuel control valve (FCV) in the fuel line based on
feedback from the O
2
sensor(s).
3.7 Catalyst-Removable Elements (Only
available on some models)
Some Gensets require a 3-way or Oxidation catalyst
to meet emission requirements. There is a precious
metals element inside the housing of the catalyst that
converts exhaust to EPA requirements. Some cata-
lysts have a removable body that can be replaced
with a new element when required. Most catalysts
come installed on Genset from factory. Some cata-
lysts require customer mounting. Check with your dis-
tributor or service technician for details on your
product.
3.8 Engine 3-Way Catalyst (Model Spe-
cific)
The natural gas 3-way catalyst reduces the oxides of
nitrogen (NO, NO
2
), and hydrocarbons (HC) from the
natural gas exhaust. Read this manual before install-
ing, operating or servicing the engine equipped with a
natural gas catalytic converter.
The natural gas 3-way catalyst, when installed prop-
erly, meets state and local emission reduction
requirements on NO, NO
2
, CO, and HC as OEM
technology on stoichiometric natural gas engine.
Removal of these devices without prior approval from
the state and regulatory agencies can be constituted
as tampering.
CAUTION
Handle the natural gas 3-way catalyst with care.
Do not hammer or drop the unit. Do not weld or
drill holes in the body of the natural gas 3-way
catalyst without prior approval of Cummins® or
its distributors.
3.8.1 Installation and Applications Guidelines
The following are recommendations for installation
and application of natural gas 3-way catalyst for
select models of natural gas engines. It is recom-
mended that systems incorporating natural gas 3-way
catalyst be designed by, or in conjunction with
Cummins Engineering. In order to receive Cummins
approval of the 3-way catalyst installation, the instal-
lation shall meet the following requirements. (Excep-
tions to these requirements shall be approved by
Cummins Engineering.)
1. The 3-way catalyst and housing shall be the cor-
rect part number for the application.
2. The 3-way catalyst shall be mounted with a
mounting system strong enough to support both
the additional weight and dynamic loads.
3. It is recommended to use exhaust piping mate-
rial compatible with the 3-way catalyst housing
material, either cold-rolled steel or appropriate
grade of stainless steel.
4. The exhaust piping shall be supported sepa-
rately from the 3-way catalyst.
5. The 3-way catalyst is designed to be supported
by the piping to which it is attached. See Figure
3-4 and Figure 3-5.
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