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Automatic
Generator Start

Owner’s Guide

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Page 4: ...wners and are used herein for identification purposes only Notice of Copyright Automatic Generator Start Owner s Guide November 2004 Xantrex International All rights reserved Disclaimer UNLESS SPECIFI...

Page 5: ...operating and troubleshooting the unit This guide does not provide information about choosing a generator or operating a generator Firmware Revision The information in this manual applies to firmware...

Page 6: ...omatic Generator Start Chapter 5 Troubleshooting contains information and procedures to troubleshoot the Automatic Generator Start Appendix A Specifications contains the electrical mechanical and envi...

Page 7: ...find more information about Xantrex Technology Inc and its products and services WARNING Warnings identify conditions or practices that could result in personal injury or loss of life CAUTION Caution...

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Page 9: ...rex Xanbus system into Safe mode before working on any circuits connected to it See Safe mode on page 4 7 7 Disable the automatic starting circuit and or disconnect the generator from its starting bat...

Page 10: ...n which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving ante...

Page 11: ...1 7 2 Installation Preparing an Installation 2 2 Tools and materials required 2 2 Choosing a location 2 3 Routing the connections 2 3 Installing the Auto Gen Start 2 4 Mounting the unit 2 5 Wiring to...

Page 12: ...anel 3 2 Changing Auto Gen Start settings using the System Control Panel 3 3 Viewing the Select Device menu 3 3 Viewing the Auto Gen Start menu 3 4 Selecting and adjusting the changeable setting 3 4 T...

Page 13: ...Time 3 31 Relay3 3 31 Run Hold Time 3 32 Crank Time 3 32 Crank Retry Time 3 33 Preheat Time 3 33 Start Tries 3 34 AGS Device Info menu 3 35 View Fault Log 3 35 View Warning Log 3 35 View Event Log 3...

Page 14: ...nmental Specifications A 3 Regulatory Compliance A 3 B Generator Auto Start Requirements and Types Recommended Features B 2 Generator Starting Types B 2 Two wire B 3 Identification B 3 Connection B 3...

Page 15: ...1 Introduction Chapter 1 describes the main features of the Automatic Generator Start It also describes the Xanbus System of which the Auto Gen Start is a component...

Page 16: ...ts are met and that your batteries stay charged Applications The Auto Gen Start is ideal for users who desire the convenience of automatic generator starting when dry camping or when shore power is ot...

Page 17: ...res Quiet Time The Auto Gen Start also features a quiet time setting which prevents the generator starting at night or during other inconvenient periods Exercise Period During times of prolonged gener...

Page 18: ...ures Network power supply The Auto Gen Start requires a Xanbus power supply to operate Network power is carried by the network cables and can be supplied by a Xanbus enabled product such as an inverte...

Page 19: ...nd external switches See Bottom panel on page 1 6 Front panel Figure 1 1 Auto Gen Start front panel Table 1 1 Front panel features Feature Description 1 Power light green indicates the Auto Gen Start...

Page 20: ...ng harness also provides lines for connecting external generator shutdown sensors or switches and external generator on off controls Figure 1 2 Auto Gen Start bottom panel Table 1 2 Auto Gen Start con...

Page 21: ...cludes the Auto Gen Start and other Xanbus enabled devices Each device interacts and communicates with the other devices creating a power system that can be precisely configured to your needs Network...

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Page 23: ...o Gen Start by providing a summary of the tasks involved a list of materials and tools required recommendations for choosing an installation location This chapter then provides procedures for mounting...

Page 24: ...rmostats and the control panel Tools and materials required Before beginning an installation you will need the following tools and materials Mounting template supplied Wiring harness Xantrex part numb...

Page 25: ...th on page 2 7 It is more important for the Auto Gen Start to be close to the generator than close to the inverter although for safety reasons the Auto Gen Start should not be installed in the same co...

Page 26: ...or information on designing and installing the network see the Xanbus System Installation Guide Installing the Auto Gen Start After selecting your tools and choosing the best location and connection r...

Page 27: ...ds To mount the Auto Gen Start 1 Hold the unit flush and square against the wall panel or horizontal surface If your mounting surface requires you to pre drill holes for the screws use the supplied mo...

Page 28: ...o follow the Class 1 wiring rules requiring the use of conduit and wiring boxes et cetera that apply elsewhere in the applicable codes Circuit limitations The relay contacts in the Auto Gen Start are...

Page 29: ...its intended wire or contact on the generator thermostats or external switches 2 Plug the harness into the connector on the bottom panel of the Auto Gen Start Wire identification Each wire on the harn...

Page 30: ...tery positive for External On Off LED Indicator Red 11 External On Off LED Indicator return connected internally to wire number 13 Black 12 Generator run signal switched B sense input Violet 13 Genera...

Page 31: ...ing harness How many of these wires you connect and in which combination depends on your generator type Generator types The Auto Gen Start has 13 preset generator configurations or Gen Types see Gen T...

Page 32: ...2 2 Type 1 relay and timing preset configurations Relay 1 mode GlowStop Relay 3 mode No function Gen Run signal hold time 0 5 s Preheat time 20 s Preheat to crank delay 1 s Crank time 15 s Crank retry...

Page 33: ...nking while the start signal is applied Figure 2 4 Type 2 and Type 12 connection diagram Table 2 3 Type 2 relay and timing preset configurations Relay 1 mode GlowStop Relay 3 mode No function Gen Run...

Page 34: ...t during cranking Figure 2 5 Type 3 connection diagram Table 2 4 Type 3 relay and timing preset configurations Relay 1 mode GlowStop Shutdown bypass Relay 3 mode Preheat Shutdown bypass Gen Run signal...

Page 35: ...timing preset configurations Relay 1 mode StartStop Relay 3 mode Preheat Gen Run signal hold time 10 s Preheat time 60 s Preheat to crank delay 5 s Crank time 15 s Crank retry time 15 s Shutdown bypas...

Page 36: ...n Diesel generators The wiring diagram for a Type 5 configuration is the same as a Type 4 see Figure 2 6 Table 2 6 Type 5 relay and timing preset configurations Relay 1 mode StartStop Relay 3 mode Pre...

Page 37: ...omatic engine cranking control system two wire and generators that require that the Auto Gen Start control their starter separately three wire Figure 2 7 Type 6 connection diagram Table 2 7 Type 6 rel...

Page 38: ...al hold time 0 5 s Preheat time 20 s Preheat to crank delay 1 s Crank time 15 s Crank retry time 30 s Shutdown bypass time 0 s Start tries 3 16 14 13 12 GEN RUN SIGNAL GROUND RUN Relay 1 5A fuse AGS w...

Page 39: ...ors Type 8 is identical to Type 7 except that it provides no preheat signal before cranking See Figure 2 8 and Figure 2 9 for wiring diagrams Table 2 9 Type 8 relay and timing preset configurations Re...

Page 40: ...configurations Relay 1 mode StartStop Relay 3 mode Shutdown Bypass Gen Run signal hold time 0 5 s Preheat time 0 s Preheat to crank delay 0 s Crank time 15 s Crank retry time 30 s Shutdown bypass time...

Page 41: ...elay and timing preset configurations Relay 1 mode StartStop Relay 3 mode No function Gen Run signal hold time 0 5 s Preheat time 0 s Preheat to crank delay 0 s Crank time 15 s Crank retry time 30 s S...

Page 42: ...enerator and closes momentarily again to stop the generator The wiring diagram for a Type 11 configuration is the same as a two wire Type 7 configuration See Figure 2 8 Table 2 12 Type 11 relay and ti...

Page 43: ...d for longer because the generator does its own preheat and cranking while the start signal is applied The wiring diagram for a Type 12 configuration is the same as a three wire Type 2 configuration S...

Page 44: ...the generator turning off and the Auto Gen Start recognizing that the generator is off The wiring diagram for a Type 13 configuration is the same as a Type 4 see Figure 2 6 Table 2 14 Type 13 relay an...

Page 45: ...ous Wire 5 white black and 6 gray on the wiring harness are intended for an external switch or sensor such as a moisture detector carbon monoxide detector or coach running signal that produces an acti...

Page 46: ...y maximum generator run time see Max Run Time on page 3 29 Connecting an external on off LED Wires 9 White Blue and 11 Black on the wiring harness can be connected to an LED or other light to accompan...

Page 47: ...ntact connector on the Auto Gen Start To connect the wiring harness to the Auto Gen Start With the click tab on the wiring harness connector on top facing you insert the wiring harness connector into...

Page 48: ...e other network connector on the Auto Gen Start A second network cable in a daisy chain network layout A network terminator in a daisy chain network layout where the Auto Gen Start is the last device...

Page 49: ...the Auto Gen Start menu on the System Control Panel and how you can change Auto Gen Start settings using the System Control Panel Chapter 3 also discusses each Auto Gen Start setting by Defining each...

Page 50: ...have to configure any settings other than the Generator mode see page 3 9 and Quiet Time see page 3 11 Using the System Control Panel The Auto Gen Start is configured using the System Control Panel Yo...

Page 51: ...Device menu The Select Device menu is where you select a Xanbus enabled device to monitor or configure The number of items on the Select Device menu depends on how many devices are installed in your...

Page 52: ...setting On the Auto Gen Start menu you can view and change Auto Gen Start settings and monitor generator starting activity Changeable settings are identified by the square brackets around the values...

Page 53: ...you have no more settings to change press Exit twice to return to the System screen The Auto Gen Start Menu The Auto Gen Start menu contains status information and settings You can display the Auto G...

Page 54: ...Configuration 3 6 975 0082 01 01 Figure 3 5 Auto Gen Start menu contents...

Page 55: ...more settings on the Auto Gen Start advanced menu and AGS Triggers menu see Auto Gen Start advanced menu on page 3 18 and AGS Triggers menu on page 3 19 However you may not have to adjust these settin...

Page 56: ...e generator or the Auto Gen Start has an internal fault If the generator is still running in a fault state it may be stopped at the generator or by one of the generator s control panels See AGS Mode a...

Page 57: ...ds on the inverter thermostat triggers or exercise time Automatic mode also has a Quiet Time feature which prevents the generator from starting during evening hours or other inconvenient times see QT...

Page 58: ...operating until you acknowledge the warning by pressing Enter on the System Control Panel See Max Run Time on page 3 29 Manual On The generator is started by selecting Manual On mode Manual Off The g...

Page 59: ...e feature The Auto Gen Start will ignore the times you have set for QT Begin and QT End If the Auto Gen Start is in Automatic mode the Auto Gen Start starts and stops the generator at any time of the...

Page 60: ...ply AC power during quiet time be careful to conserve battery power Minimize the use of interior lights and set thermostat temperature lower to prevent the furnace from coming on at night during cool...

Page 61: ...pacity shortens their useful life Correctly configuring the Auto Gen Start s Start SOC setting can help protect your batteries from repeated over discharge In Automatic mode the Auto Gen Start will st...

Page 62: ...battery voltage with this setting The Auto Gen Start will stop the generator when the battery voltage has risen to the Stopping Battery voltage see StopBattV on page 3 22 or when the batteries have be...

Page 63: ...mp1 is a changeable setting for starting the generator in response to a signal from a thermostat With Enable Temp1 set to On the Auto Gen Start will start the generator to help power the furnace or th...

Page 64: ...Connecting the generator on page 2 9 or Appendix B Values Default On Off Off disabled Important You can only change Gen Type after you have put the system into Safe mode See Changing System Modes on p...

Page 65: ...try time Starter cooldown time Generator Run Signal hold time Start tries If your type of generator is not listed under Gen Type you may need to manually configure some of the settings listed above av...

Page 66: ...rt settings for starting and stopping the generator The Auto Gen Start mode must be set to Manual Off before you change the trigger parameters For more information see AGS Triggers menu on page 3 19 C...

Page 67: ...y charging stage Adjusting these settings beyond their default settings is advised for experienced users or users who have consulted service personnel The AGS Triggers menu contains the following item...

Page 68: ...sidered fully charged If you find that your batteries are not fully charged using the Stop SOC setting try using Stop Float or Stop Absorb instead If you set too low a value for Stop SOC the Auto Gen...

Page 69: ...If you have enabled Stop Float or Stop Absorb the generator will stop when the Absorption or Float stages of the battery charging begin Outcomes If you set the Starting Battery Voltage too high the g...

Page 70: ...art the generator when the system battery voltage as measured by the inverter charger falls below the StartV 24hr setting for 24 hours See StartV 15min for more information StopBattV Full name Stoppin...

Page 71: ...he generator before the inverter charger has charged the batteries Enable Temp1 See page 3 15 Enable Temp2 See page 3 16 Enable Load Full name Enable Inverter Load Start and Stop Triggers Purpose Enab...

Page 72: ...et a value for Stop Load also When to use You should change this setting if you have certain peak times of power usage or have power demands that consistently exceed the output of your inverter If Ena...

Page 73: ...tteries The Auto Gen Start will start and run the generator until the inverter charger charges the batteries through the Bulk charge stage restoring the batteries to about 75 of their full charge The...

Page 74: ...generator in response to the battery charging stage The generator will stop in response to battery voltage StopBattV instead In this case ensure that the StopBattV is enabled and set at the correct vo...

Page 75: ...le the Auto Gen Start to stop the generator when the batteries have been charged to the Float stage it will stop the generator if it has been started automatically by the Battery Voltage StartV 30sec...

Page 76: ...se Per Exercise Dur Exercise Time Relay3 Run Hold Time Crank Time Crank Retry Time Preheat Time Start Tries Starter Cool Down Purpose The Starter Cool Down setting allows you to set an interval betwee...

Page 77: ...ode to ManualOff If the Auto Gen Start reaches Max Run Time a warning message will appear on the System Control Panel The Auto Gen Start will stop operating until you acknowledge the warning by pressi...

Page 78: ...Exercise Duration in minutes Purpose Exercise Dur allows you to set how long the generator will run when it is exercised This setting requires you to set an Exercise Period and an Exercise Time When t...

Page 79: ...ou have set for Exercise Dur Relay3 Purpose Relay3 sets the function of Relay 3 of the Auto Gen Start The function of Relay 3 affects contacts 19 and 20 of the 20 contact connector and external wiring...

Page 80: ...arying delays from when cranking begins or ends to when the run signal is asserted or unasserted The Run Hold Time is designed to accommodate these generators When to use This setting is automatically...

Page 81: ...r manufacturer or authorized service personnel Preheat Time Purpose Preheat Time specifies how long the Preheat relay is engaged during the start sequence The preheat signal may be required for diesel...

Page 82: ...Crank Time If the generator does not start on subsequent start tries the Auto Gen Start cranks the start motor for the Crank Retry Time When to use This setting is automatically configured when you s...

Page 83: ...last 20 Auto Gen Start warnings for your reference When to use You may need to consult the Warning Log when troubleshooting or before seeking technical assistance View Event Log Purpose The Event Log...

Page 84: ...ck Gen Type Type 1 to Type 13 Type 2 StartV 30sec Off 4 0V 60 0V 11 3V StartV 15min Off 4 0V 60 0V Off StartV 2hr Off 4 0V 60 0V Off StartV 24hr Off 4 0V 60 0V Off StopBattV Off 4 0V 60 0V Off Enable...

Page 85: ...and how to get the most from its features This includes information about using the Auto Gen Start for both manual and automatic generator control setting Quiet Time displaying the advanced Auto Gen S...

Page 86: ...started manually To set the Auto Gen Start to start and stop the generator automatically 1 On the Auto Gen Start menu highlight AGS Mode and press Enter 2 Use the up arrow or down arrow button to sele...

Page 87: ...settings see QT Enable on page 3 11 QT Begin on page 3 11 and QT End on page 3 13 Enabling Quiet Time Before setting times for the beginning and end of Quiet Time you must first enable the Quiet Time...

Page 88: ...start trigger such as low battery voltage or a high inverter load occurs in the Xanbus system If there is an automatic start trigger already active in the system when Quiet Time ends the generator wi...

Page 89: ...list of advanced menu items and configuration information To view the Auto Gen Start advanced menu you must go to the System Settings menu To view the Auto Gen Start advanced menu 1 On the Select Devi...

Page 90: ...ating Power Save Safe Hibernate You can change system modes using the System Settings menu on the System Control Panel The System Settings menu appears as the last item on the Select Device menu To vi...

Page 91: ...formation about Power Save mode see the System Control Panel Owner s Guide Safe mode Characteristics Selecting Safe mode stops the generator if it is running and puts the Auto Gen Start and every Xanb...

Page 92: ...on the inverter charger front panel or by applying AC input to the inverter charger with utility power or generator power Viewing the Firmware Revision Number You may need to view the firmware revisi...

Page 93: ...5 Troubleshooting Chapter 5 contains information and procedures to troubleshoot the Auto Gen Start including tables of warnings and faults for your reference...

Page 94: ...Gen Start fails to start the generator warning message W202 appears However if the generator starts on the next start try the message goes away Clearing faults To clear active Auto Gen Start faults h...

Page 95: ...erator was started manually No Generator was started by an external Manual On switch Acknowledge the warning To resume automatic starts and stops change the Auto Gen Start mode to Auto W202 Unable to...

Page 96: ...ou have set a start trigger but not a corresponding stop trigger Acknowledge warning and set a stop trigger W207 Mismatched triggers Enable start trigger or disable stop trigger No You have set a stop...

Page 97: ...tem to Operating mode You have tried to set the Exercise Dur for longer than Max Run Time or Max Run Time for less than Exercise Dur Press continue Ensure that Max Run Time is set for longer than Exer...

Page 98: ...rk stop the generator with the external stop switch Check generator Return Auto Gen Start to automatic mode to resume automatic starts and stops F203 Manual Off Gen stopped by ext sensor Reset AGS mod...

Page 99: ...A Specifications Appendix A contains the electrical mechanical and environmental specifications for the Auto Gen Start All specifications are subject to change without notice...

Page 100: ...C On Minimum 12 V 24 V thermostat input voltage 9 5 VDC Maximum 12 V 24 V thermostat input voltage 30 VDC Typical 12 V 24 V thermostat input current 14 6 mA 12 V Nominal 12 V 24 V generator running B...

Page 101: ...perature 140 F 60 C Operating humidity 5 to 95 Storage humidity 5 to 95 Ignition protection None Safety CSA certified to CSA107 1 01 and UL 458 4th Ed including the Marine Supplement EMC FCC part 15B...

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Page 103: ...B Generator Auto Start Requirements and Types Appendix B describes the generator requirements and starting types that can be used with the Auto Gen Start...

Page 104: ...liability Two wire start generators are highly recommended because of the greater simplicity for automatic starting and because they are intended for remote automatic unattended operation Generator St...

Page 105: ...losed for the duration of the generator run and open when the AGS needs the generator to stop Three Wire Onan The three wire Onan starting type is suitable for generators that are not as automated as...

Page 106: ...Generators of this type are controlled by a key or rotary switch that acts exactly as an automotive ignition The switch is first turned to an on or run position then further to a start position After...

Page 107: ...Appendix C contains information about relay configuration and timing for each major type of Auto Gen Start starting mode This information applies to each of the generator types described from page 2 1...

Page 108: ...common ground for three wire configured generators The Preheat will never overlap the Crank Time The Delay refers to the Preheat to Crank Delay and may be zero Cranking will cease when the generator...

Page 109: ...ng so that another configuration is not required for it Preheat will generally not be used in this configuration The Preheat will never overlap the Crank Time The Delay refers to the Preheat to Crank...

Page 110: ...ay refers to the Preheat to Crank Delay and may be zero Cranking will cease when the generator run signal goes high for the specified hold time or when the crank time has elapsed StartStop Mode For ge...

Page 111: ...red generators If Relay 3 is configured for Preheat the signal only shows up on Relay 3 The Preheat on Relay 3 will not overlap the Crank Time if ShutDown Bypass is not enabled If the ShutDown Bypass...

Page 112: ...generated Each stop attempt will consist of engaging the stop relay for 5 seconds and then waiting 20 seconds before checking the state of the Gen Run Signal to see if the stop attempt was successful...

Page 113: ...rs or replaces a product its warranty continues for the remaining portion of the original Warranty Period or 90 days from the date of the return shipment to the customer whichever is greater All repla...

Page 114: ...g of the customer s electrical systems This warranty does not apply to and Xantrex will not be responsible for any defect in or damage to a the product if it has been misused neglected improperly inst...

Page 115: ...w an exclusion of implied warranties To the extent you are entitled to implied warranties under federal law to the extent permitted by applicable law they are limited to the duration of this Limited W...

Page 116: ...outside of the USA or Canada In addition to the above you MUST include return freight funds and are fully responsible for all documents duties tariffs and deposits If you are returning a product to a...

Page 117: ...______________________________ Length of time Auto Gen Start has been installed ______________________________ Battery battery bank size ______________________________ Generator brand type __________...

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Page 119: ...le Temp1 3 15 3 23 Enable Temp2 3 16 3 23 Enter button 3 3 environmental specifications A 3 Event Log 3 35 Exercise Duration 3 30 Exercise Period 3 29 Exercise Time 3 31 Exit button 3 3 external LED w...

Page 120: ...y3 3 31 Restore Defaults 3 35 Run Hold Time 3 32 run mode C 2 S Safe mode 4 7 Select Device menu 3 3 serial number recording WA 5 settings adjusting 3 4 quiet time 4 3 specifications A 2 Start DC V 3...

Page 121: ...3 user settings reference table 3 36 V verifying network power 2 26 W Warning Log 3 35 warning messages acknowledging 5 2 reference table 5 3 warranty out of warranty service WA 4 terms and condition...

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