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Installation and Operation Guide

GSM

Generator Start Module

2001 Xantrex Technology Inc.

P/N 975-0008-01-02 Rev. A 01/01

Summary of Contents for GSM - REV A

Page 1: ...Installation and Operation Guide GSM Generator Start Module ã2001 Xantrex Technology Inc P N 975 0008 01 02 Rev A 01 01 ...

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Page 3: ...ernal Components 4 Relays 4 Relay Terminal Block 4 Ground Stud 4 Fuses 4 2 0 INSTALLATION 6 Tools Required 6 Pre Installation 6 Mounting Procedure 6 Generator Wiring 9 To connect the generator wires to the terminal block 9 Two Wire Start Circuits 10 Wiring Honda Type Generators 11 Wiring Onan Type Generators 12 Error Indicator Wiring 13 Communication Cable 14 3 0 OPERATION 15 Operation and Test 15...

Page 4: ...portant Follow instructions closely NOTE Cette déclaration est importante Suivre les instructions de près All electrical work must be done in accordance with local national and or international electrical codes Before installing or using this device read all instructions and cautionary markings located in the manual and on the generator Do not expose this unit to rain snow or liquids of any type T...

Page 5: ...r methods of installation operation use and maintenance of the unit are beyond the control of Xantrex Technology Inc the company does not assume responsibility and expressly disclaims liability for loss damage or expense arising out of or any way connected with such installation operation use or maintenance ...

Page 6: ...t through product updates photographs and or illustrations used in this manual may not exactly match your unit Xantrex Technology Inc reserves the right to update this product without notice or releasing an updated manual when fit form or function are not affected ...

Page 7: ... generator Commands from the inverter control the generator when defined parameters programmed via the SWRC or SWCA for PS Series models are met Refer to the inverter operator s manual for setting the various parameters for generator operation Front panel LEDs provide a visual display of relay activity whenever a relay contact receives an engage command from the inverter A highly visible blue LED ...

Page 8: ... to whether it is used to RUN the generator or provide GLOWSTOP control GENERATOR START RELAY 8 LED The green LED indicates relay RY8 is receiving a START signal from the inverter The LED turns ON when the relay s COM and N O contacts engage INVERTER OPERATIONAL LED The blue LED indicates the inverter s operational status If the inverter is powered and ready for operation the blue SYSTEM OPERATION...

Page 9: ...the operating voltage to the relay coils RY7 and RY8 When the relays are enabled they will respond to the control signals provided by the inverter When the switch is in the RELAYS DISABLED position the inverter control signals have no effect on relay operation i e the COM and N C contacts engage This switch does not affect the operation of the LEDs which continue to light whenever the inverter sen...

Page 10: ...tor which accepts wire sizes from 28 AWG to 14 AWG No tools are required to secure the wires as the spring clamp holds the wires securely in place Ground Stud A ground screw is provided in the GSM to provide a safety ground path when hazardous voltages are connected to the relays Connect this screw to a grounded conductor whenever high voltages i e above 90 volts are connected to the relays NOTE N...

Page 11: ...Technology Inc 5 1 0 INTRODUCTION Figure 4 Internal Components F1 protects relay RY 7 F2 protects relay RY 8 F3 protects relay RY 11 GROUNDING screw Terminal Block Communication jack J1 Internal Components continued ...

Page 12: ...o the GSM generator inverter and error indicator if used NOTE Check for existing electrical plumbing or other potential areas of accidental damage prior to making cuts in structural surfaces Mounting Procedure Remove the two Phillips screws from the unit s front panel and remove the cover Open the inverter s access panel and locate the GEN connector if necessary Refer to the inverter operator s ma...

Page 13: ... 2001 Xantrex Technology Inc 7 2 0 INSTALLATION 6 9 64 4 27 32 19 32 3 11 16 4 7 8 19 32 J1 SW1 SW2 975 0008 002 1 13 64 Figure 5 Dimensional Drawing Mounting Procedure continued ...

Page 14: ...8 2001 Xantrex Technology Inc 2 0 INSTALLATION Figure 6 Mounting Holes Mounting Holes Mounting Holes Mounting Procedure continued ...

Page 15: ...ation NOTE Due to the various wiring schemes used by different manufacturers detailed wiring instructions can not be given in this manual Please refer to the generator manufacturer s documentation for wiring details CAUTION DO NOT WIRE THE RELAYS DIRECTLY TO A HIGH AMPERAGE DEVICE SUCH AS A STARTER MOTOR THESE RELAYS ARE DESIGNED TO INTERFACE WITH THE GENERATOR S AUTO START CIRCUIT LOW CURRENT SIG...

Page 16: ...le an open contact stops the generator Connect the two wires from the generator s remote auto start control circuit to the RY7 N O and COM terminals Select RUN from the SWRC s SET RY7 FUNCTION menu item found under the GEN STARTING DETAILS 13 menu heading COM N O N C GEN START MODULE RY7 REMOTE START STOP TERMINALS INTERNAL FUSE 2 WIRE START TYPE GENERATOR To Inverter s GEN Connector Figure 8 2 Wi...

Page 17: ...RUN STOP switch contact of the generator Connect the COM contact of RY8 to one of the START switch contacts of the generator Connect the N O contact of RY8 to the other START switch contact of the generator Select RUN from the SWRC s SET RY7 FUNCTION menu item found under the GEN STARTING DETAILS 13 menu heading GEN START MODULE RY7 RUN STOP SWITCH CONTACTS HONDA 3 WIRE TYPE GENERATOR 3597 B00 D29...

Page 18: ...of the generator Connect the COM contact of RY7 to the COM contact of RY8 Connect the N O contact of RY7 to the other STOP switch contact of the generator Connect the N O terminal of RY8 to the START switch contact Select GLOWSTOP from the SWRC s SET RY7 FUNCTION menu item found under the GEN STARTING DETAILS 13 menu heading GEN START MODULE RY7 STOP SWITCH CONTACTS ONAN 3 WIRE TYPE GENERATOR To I...

Page 19: ...Switch Fuse CONTROL SIGNAL FROM INVERTER relay engaged N O N C COM 975 0008 001A External Error Indicator External Alarm OFF Switch Fuse EXTERNAL INDICATOR POWER SOURCE 2 0 INSTALLATION Figure 11 External Error Indicator Connections N O N C COM 975 0008 001B CONTROL SIGNAL FROM INVERTER relay engaged External Error Indicator External Alarm OFF Switch Fuse EXTERNAL INDICATOR POWER SOURCE For conven...

Page 20: ...uts fitted with a strain relief or conduit Connect one end of the cable to the jack labeled J1 on the GSM circuit board Connect the other end of the cable to the jack labeled GEN inside the inverter refer to the inverter charger s operator s manual for location Reinstall the cover on the GSM using the two Phillips screws Reinstall the inverter s cover NOTE Recheck all wiring before proceeding to t...

Page 21: ...U button to access the generator menu Select ON from the display The generator should begin to operate and the appropriate relay LEDs should be illuminated on the GSM NOTE The LEDs will turn ON differently depending upon the function selected in the SWRC s RY7 menu On two wire configura tions the RY8 relay is not used If the test passes select OFF from the SWRC s GEN MENU display When the generato...

Page 22: ...6 3 AMP 250VAC FUSE TYPE 5mm X 20mm MAXIMUM RELAY CONTACT RATINGS RESISTIVE LOAD 10 AMPS 250VAC 8 AMPS 30VDC FUSE SHOULD BE SELECTED FOR PROPER PROTECTION OF CONNECTED DEVICES GSM GENERATOR START MODULE Wire strip length 25 6mm DO NOT EXCEED RELAY CONTACT RATING PN 270 0023 01 02 Figure 14 Internal Component Identification Sticker Danger Label A danger label is included with the GSM to warn servic...

Page 23: ... s u r o r r e e h t f o e s u a c e d i u g a s a C R W S C A y l p p a r o e d o m e g n a h C o t r e w o p r o t a r e n e g r o y t i l i t u t u p n i s r e t r e v n i e h t n e e r g s t h g i l D E L e u l B t o n o d s D E L w o l l e y d n a t h g i l y l t c e r r o c p u t e s t o n s i r e t r e v n I e h t f o p u t e s e h t k c e h C r e f e R C R W S g n i s u r e t r e v n i l a...

Page 24: ..._______________ Problem ______________________________________ Include a telephone number where you can be reached during business hours and a complete return shipping address P O Box numbers are not acceptable Name __________________________________________ Address ________________________________________ City ___________________________________________ State Province ____________________________...

Page 25: ... returned to Xantrex Technology Inc or its Authorized Service Center in the original packaging or equivalent The cost of transportation and insurance on items returned for service is the responsibility of the customer Return transportation UPS Ground or equivalent as well as insurance on all repaired items is paid by Xantrex Technology Inc All remedies and the measure of damages are limited to the...

Page 26: ...G to 14 AWG Switches 2 DPDT switches Protection 3 Fuses 6 3 amps max 5 mm x 20 mm time delay Bussman GDC Littlefuse 218 series Indicator LEDs 3 LEDs green yellow and blue Interface Cable 25 ft Telephone type cable with RJ11 plugs Interface Connection Telephone type RJ11 jack Terminal Block Snap lock type connection MECHANICAL Material Powder coated steel enclosure Dimensions 6 8 H x 4 8 W x 2 0 D ...

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Page 28: ...22 2001 Xantrex Technology Inc visit our website at www traceengineering com 5916 195th Street N E Arlington WA 98223 Phone 360 435 8826 Fax 360 435 2229 ...

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