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Installation
2.0 Installation
Installing the AGS is a simple process. Before installing, review the
Important Product Safety Instructions on page ii of this manual and
read the section below to ensure the overall system requirements
are met. To assist you in planning and designing your installation,
review the basic system diagram shown in Figure 2-1.
WARNING: The AGS is not ignition-protected and should
not be installed in a location that requires ignition-protected
equipment. To prevent
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re or explosion, do not install the AGS
controller in any area with extremely
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ammable liquids like
gasoline or propane, or in an area that contains connections
between components of a fuel system.
CAUTION: Installations should be performed by quali
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ed
personnel, such as a licensed or certi
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ed electrician. It is the
installer’s responsibility to determine which safety codes apply
and to ensure that all applicable installation requirements
are followed.
2.1 Installation
Requirements
Review these requirements prior to performing the installation.
• For the AGS to automatically start and stop the generator
properly, the generator must include an electric start and an
automatic choke. To prevent generator damage and to ensure
reliable operation, use generator models designed for unattended
operation. These models should also be equipped with remote
operation connections and have protective systems that shut
down the generator when low oil pressure, over-temperature,
starter lockout, or over-crank conditions occur.
•
The AGS is connected to the inverter by a 10-foot communications
cable. Before installing/connecting any wires,
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rst determine:
1) communications cable route throughout the home/vehicle/
boat from the AGS controller to the inverter, 2) the start/stop
signal wire route from the AGS to the generator, and 3) the wire
route from the AGS controller to the monitored battery bank.
• Always check for existing electrical, plumbing, or other areas of
potential damage BEFORE drilling or cutting into walls.
• If installing the AGS in a boat, RV or truck, ensure the conductors
passing through walls, bulkheads, or other structural members
are protected to minimize insulation damage such as cha
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ng,
which can be caused by vibration or constant rubbing.
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Do not mount the AGS controller in a closed battery compartment,
or in an area where water (any liquid) can enter the AGS and
cause shorting or corrosion.
• The AGS, if possible, should be wired so as not to interfere with
the manual start/stop switches on your generator, or with your
air conditioner controls if the high temp start feature is used to
power the air conditioner.