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Introduction
Generator Compatibility
The AGS is compatible with most AC or DC generators with either
2-wire or 3-wire start controls, such as: Onan, Generac, Martin,
Kohler, Honda, Yamaha, and many others. A list of generators that
have been successfully used with the AGS (and their respective
wiring diagrams) can be found at: www.Magnum-Dimensions.com.
1.1
AGS-N System Requirements
The AGS requires several other components to operate correctly.
• Generator
(automatic
start): The generator should have
automatic starting capability. The generator must have start
and stop controls [e.g., electric starter and electric choke (for
gasoline units)], and safety sensors to autostart/autostop
the generator should the following conditions occur: low oil
pressure, high temperature, engine start over-crank, over/
under frequency (speed), low coolant level, etc. The generator
should also supply a generator run signal, which the AGS uses
to detect if the generator is running. The generator run signal
must be from 10 to 40 volts DC, and can be provided from a
generator hour meter signal or a switched B+ terminal.
Info: A generator run signal is not required when using
Gen Type: 2-Wire Standby Mode and an AGS with a revision
of 5.2 or higher.
• Remote
Control: A separate remote control (e.g., ME-RC,
ME-ARC, or ME-RTR) is required to con
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gure the AGS and to
monitor any generator starting and stopping activity. Some
advanced generator start/stop features are not available on the
standard ME-RC and require the ME-ARC or ME-RTR advanced
controllers. Refer to your remote owner’s manual to determine
the available AGS autostart and autostop features.
• Inverter:
A network-capable inverter is required in order to
communicate network information from the remote control to
the AGS-N. The inverter must also have the internal software
to work with the remote and to allow the desired AGS features.
1.2 AGS-N
Components
The ME-AGS-N is shipped with the following:
• ME-AGS-N controller
• 10’ Network comm cable
• 60’ Remote temp sensor cable • #8 x ¾”mounting screws (x4)
• Warning label
• ME-AGS-N Owner’s Manual