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8.0 Using the ME-RC Remote

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Figure 8-2, AGS Menu Maps in ME-RC Remote (Section 1)

8.6 ME-AGS-N Menu Map using the ME-RC

Содержание ME-AGS-N

Страница 1: ...Owner s Manual Version 5 0 ME AGS N Automatic Generator Start for Network Versions For use with the following remote controls ME RC Revisions 1 5 2 612 ME ARC Revisions 2 0 2 4 ME RTR Revisions 2 1 2 2 ...

Страница 2: ... assume that the health of the user or other persons may be endangered Copyright Notice Copyright 2012 by Magnum Energy Inc All rights reserved Permission to copy distribute and or modify this document is prohibited without express written permission by Magnum Energy Inc Document Information Description ME AGS N Owner s Manual Part Number and Revision 64 0039 Rev A Date Published March 2012 This m...

Страница 3: ...of these symptoms get to fresh air immediately If symptoms persist seek medical attention Shut down the generator and do not operate until the unit is inspected and repaired WARNING With an Automatic Generator Starting system installed exhaust CO electrical shock and moving parts hazards are pos sible due to unexpected engine generator starting Disconnect the engine generator starting battery cabl...

Страница 4: ...S N Module Troubleshooting 23 6 1 Using the ME AGS N s LED Indicators 23 6 2 Generator Starting Running Troubleshooting 24 7 0 Using a Remote with the ME AGS N 26 7 1 AGS to Inverter Compatibility 26 7 2 Software Differences Between AGS Revisions 27 8 0 Using the ME RC Remote 28 8 1 ME AGS N Setup using the ME RC 28 8 2 ME AGS N Functional Tests using the ME RC 33 8 3 ME AGS N Operation Monitoring...

Страница 5: ...te Fault Statuses 87 List of Contents cont 10 0 Using the ME RTR Router 61 10 1 ME AGS N Setup using the ME RTR 61 10 2 ME AGS N Functional Tests using the ME RTR 73 10 3 ME AGS N Operation Monitoring using the ME RTR 75 10 4 Enabling the ME AGS N using the ME RTR 78 10 5 Starting and Stopping the Generator using the ME RTR 78 10 6 ME AGS N Menu Map using the ME RTR 80 11 0 ME AGS N Remote Status ...

Страница 6: ...Control Type Generators 17 Figure 2 15 Three wire Maintain Control Type Generators 18 Figure 3 1 Inside the ME AGS N Module 19 Figure 3 2 DC Voltage Settings 19 Figure 5 1 ME AGS N Front Panel Controls and Indicators 22 Figure 8 1 ME RC s AGS Configuration Access Buttons 28 Figure 8 2 AGS Menu Maps in ME RC Remote Section 1 37 Figure 8 3 AGS Menu Maps in ME RC Remote Section 2 38 Figure 9 1 ME ARC...

Страница 7: ... starts the generator when the battery requires charging based on the actual SOC State of Charge of the battery Note Battery SOC is a more accurate method than using battery volt age as a criteria to determine when a battery requires charging Info The SOC autostart autostop feature requires the optional ME BMK or ME BMK NS Battery Monitor Kit accessory to accurately determine the battery s SOC 1 1...

Страница 8: ...e generator must have start and stop controls i e an electric starter and electric choke for gasoline units and the safety sensors to be able to start and stop automatically These safety items include 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 whether...

Страница 9: ...nnection Port green label a RJ14 port 6P4C 6 position 4 contact female connection which provides the connection point for the network communication cable REMOTE Connection Port purple label a RJ14 port 6P4C 6 position 4 contact female connection that provides the connection point for the remote temperature sensor cable see Figure 1 2 Internal Access Screws four 6 32 x 3 8 Phillips screws that must...

Страница 10: ...he generator must include an electric start and an automatic choke To pre vent 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 Th...

Страница 11: ...5 2012 Magnum Energy Inc 2 0 Installation SELECT TECH AGS METER SETUP SHORE INVERTER CHARGER INV CHG FAULT PWR ON OFF ON OFF Figure 2 1 ME AGS N System Diagram ...

Страница 12: ...rom extreme temperatures Refer to Figure 2 2 for the AGS module s dimensions Info The AGS module can be mounted in any direction However be sure to allow ample room to access the 8 port terminal block and the NETWORK and REMOTE ports 1 Remove the 8 port terminal block from the module Figure 1 1 Item 3 The terminal block is friction t remove by pulling it straight out Note Do not plug the terminal ...

Страница 13: ... area you wish to monitor see Figure 2 3 The temp sensor cable is 60 feet long If you are not using the temperature autostart feature the temp sensor cable does not need to be connected Note The AGS s READY light will blink if the temp sensor cable is not connected this is normal ME AGS N Remote Temp Sensor cable Figure 2 3 Remote Temp Sensor Connection 2 4 2 Connecting the Network Communication C...

Страница 14: ...ects AGS network cable from AGS s green NETWORK port and remote s cable to inverter s Remote blue port DC 12 6V 5A Connecting the AGS to a Magnum inverter Connect one end of the communication cable to the AGS s RJ14 NETWORK green port and then Small inverter MM MMS Series connect the other end of the communication cable to a phone splitter and then connect the splitter to the REMOTE blue port on t...

Страница 15: ... port problems in a cable or a device can be easily isolated and if there is a cable failure to one device it does not bring down all the devices DC 12 6V 5A SELECT TECH AGS METER SETUP SHORE INVERTER CHARGER INV CHG FAULT PWR ON OFF ON OFF ME BMK Remote Control ME AGS N Magnum Inverter Charger Phone splitter Figure 2 7 Multiple Network Devices Star Conﬁguration Daisy Chain Conﬁguration In this ar...

Страница 16: ...ires a DC input of 8 5 70 volts in order to operate the internal relays An input voltage greater than 70 volts will cause damage to the AGS and is not covered by the product warranty Monitored Battery Bank When autostarting the generator based on battery voltage i e start VDC the inverter s battery bank must be connected to Termi nals 3 positive and 4 negative If autostarting based on any other co...

Страница 17: ...g see Gen Type settings under Section 3 1 When using this setting the gen run sense signal is communicated from the inverter to the AGS thru the network cable The AGS determines that the generator is running when the inverter charger communicates that it is in a charge state i e Charging Bulk Charge Absorb Charge etc Requires ME AGS N with revision 5 2 to use 2 Wire Standby mode When using the 2 W...

Страница 18: ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Alternative Option 3 Use an external 120 VAC coiled relay to bring the generator s battery voltage to the AGS gen run sense terminal AGS terminal block Terminal 2 only while the generator is running The generator s battery voltage must be 10 to 40 VDC Alternative Option 2 Use a 120 VAC to 12 VDC step down transformer normally used to charge power equipment batteries and plug it in...

Страница 19: ... of the relays The warranty does not cover damage to these relays Fuses should be located as close as possible to the generator connection A fuse must be used even if the circuit is providing only a dry contact or ground connection it will prevent damage if the connection is miswired or damaged Info To set the generator type which determines the operation of the AGS relays see the Gen Type setting...

Страница 20: ... from monitored battery bank positive side connected to Terminal 3 and the negative side of the run sense signal positive side connected to Terminal 2 Positive run sense input 10 to 40 volts DC only when generator is running negative side is connected to Terminal 4 Not required if Gen Type setting is 2 Wire Standby mode Common COM contact on Relay 3 RY3 Normally Open N O contact on Relay 3 RY3 Com...

Страница 21: ... three major types 2 wire control 3 wire momentary control or 3 wire maintain control The following gen wiring diagrams are provided as examples Info The term 3 wire refers to the minimum number of wires required to control the starter motor and to run the generator more than three wires may actually be needed Two wire control generator types These generator types integrate the control circuits fo...

Страница 22: ...2 0 Installation 2012 Magnum Energy Inc 16 Figure 2 13 Two wire Control Type Generators ...

Страница 23: ...17 2012 Magnum Energy Inc 2 0 Installation Figure 2 14 Three wire Momentary Control Type Generators ...

Страница 24: ...2 0 Installation 2012 Magnum Energy Inc 18 Figure 2 15 Three wire Maintain Control Type Generators ...

Страница 25: ...er Setting Default 12V Setting DIP Switch Gen Type Setting Default QD Mode Setting RY1 RY2 RY3 12 VDC Operation jumper on bottom two pins default setting 24 VDC Operation jumper on middle two pins 48 VDC Operation jumper on top two pins Figure 3 2 DC Voltage Settings DIP Switch Gen Type Setting The Gen Type setting is determined by a DIP switch which is actually four small switches that can be tur...

Страница 26: ...uiet Onan Quiet Pack Series Generac Generator EM Series with remote control Honda Generators RMY Series Kohler DynaGen controllers Generator PT ECU 63 controller with 2 wires Powertech T2 10 sec RY3 N O RY3 N O RY1 N O RY2 N O T1 GEN RUN PD T3 T2 T3 RY3 N O RY1 N O RY2 N O T2 T1 T1 GEN RUN PD RY1 N O RY3 N O RY2 N O T3 5 sec T3 RY2 N O RY3 N O T1 T2 GEN RUN PD T1 4 sec T2 10 sec 2 Wire Standby Mod...

Страница 27: ...mperature autostart feature is needed 4 2 Generator Wiring Test This start stop test is used to con rm that all wiring from the generator to the AGS module is correct and the Gen Type setting Table 3 1 is con gured correctly for your generator type 1 Press and release the red TEST button on the AGS see Figure 5 1 2 The STATUS LED on the AGS module will begin to blink green and the generator should...

Страница 28: ... 5 1 has two LED indicators for viewing system operation 5 2 1 STATUS LED Indicator Blinking Green Indicates that the AGS system is initiating a generator start sequence This happens when the TEST button on the AGS has been pressed and released or a remote control has communicated to the AGS to autostart the generator Solid Green Indicates the generator has started successfully and is providing th...

Страница 29: ... system to prevent harm to servicing personnel LED Indication Symptom Solution STATUS is on red Gen fault 1 Gen won t start or 2 Gen won t run It starts but is stopped by the AGS B or gen run sense voltage not sensed to Terminal 2 Refer to Section 6 0 ME AGS N Module Troubleshooting for assistance Unplug remove and reconnect the green 8 port friction t terminal block to reset the STATUS fault indi...

Страница 30: ...If the generator tries to start as soon as you initiate a test instead of waiting for the initial stop signal before attempting to start check the start and stop wire connections it is possible that they are reversed 6 Remove the generator start stop wires from the AGS s 8 port terminal Simulate the AGS relays by physically connecting the start wires rst to ensure the generator starts and runs The...

Страница 31: ...the remote control section to set up and enable the AGS to autostart your generator 2 If the voltage is still present with the generator off then it is not a correct gen run sense signal Determine where it is coming from and remove or correct it using the gen run sense signal voltage options found in Figure 2 10 B If the DC voltage is incorrect or missing between Terminals 2 4 1 Check the fuse and...

Страница 32: ...K Battery Monitor to be installed 7 0 Using a Remote with the ME AGS N When an AGS is released with a new software revision some of the fea tures and functionality in the new AGS may not be available in an inverter or remote control that has an earlier software version Before continuing to your speci c remote control section in this manual you should evaluate the software compatibility between you...

Страница 33: ... avail able for display on remote ME ARC ME RTR only ME ARC ME RTR only ME RC ME ARC ME RTR Can I upgrade the software on my ME AGS N Yes and it s pretty sim ple and not very expensive For 50 USD plus shipping you can send your ME AGS N to Magnum Energy and have it upgraded to the latest revision If this is something you want to do contact Magnum Energy to provide us with your contact and credit c...

Страница 34: ...avigate to the AGS menus These menus allow the genera tor to be automatically started and stopped based on different parameters Using Table 8 1 determine the speci c autostart and autostop condition with which you want the generator to be automatically controlled and then use that speci c menu setting to con gure the AGS Note For information on using the AGS 01 AGS Control AGS 02 AGS Sta tus and A...

Страница 35: ...0 24 4 40 0 44 8 VDC Level 1 Rev 5 0 Rev 1 6 AGS 06 Set Time 12 00A 12 00P Level 1 Rev 5 0 Rev 1 5 AGS 07 Quiet Time Off 9PM 7AM 9PM 8AM 9PM 9AM 10PM 8AM 11PM 8AM Level 1 Rev 5 0 Rev 1 5 AGS 08 AGS TECH Gen Run Read Only Level 1 Rev 5 0 Rev 1 5 AGS VDC Read Only Level 1 Rev 5 0 Rev 1 5 AGS Rev Read Only Level 1 Rev 5 0 Rev 1 5 Temp Read Only Level 1 Rev 5 0 Rev 1 5 AGS Mode RV Other Level 1 Rev 5 ...

Страница 36: ...mp F Menu This menu allows you to set and enable a temperature value that will cause the generator to automatically start to power an air conditioner A C unit for cooling based on an increase in temperature or by using an air condi tioning thermostat control Info The optional ME PT1 or ME PT2 pigtail adapters can be used to connect an air conditioner control circuit or a relay control circuit For ...

Страница 37: ... Many RV and marine customers travel with pets and do not want them to be at risk from dangerous inside temperatures if they are away from the coach boat With this feature you can set the A C to turn on and then leave Whenever the inside temperature rises to the start setting the generator automatically starts to provide power to the A C unit This keeps the area cool and comfortable plus while the...

Страница 38: ...sed the time does not need to be set Info The clock obtains power from the inverter and resets if the ME RC is disconnected from the inverter or the inverter is powered down To set the current time From the 06 Set Time menu Hour Rotate the SELECT knob to the correct hour of day and then press SELECT Minute Rotate the SELECT knob to the correct minute setting and then press SELECT AM PM Rotate the ...

Страница 39: ...or approximately 30 60 seconds be fore automatically turning off View the AGS module s STATUS LED and ensure it turns solid green solid green STATUS LED means the generator has started successfully and is providing the gen run sense signal to the AGS module Note If the generator attempted to start but did not run continue to wait the AGS will attempt to start the generator 3 more times If your AGS...

Страница 40: ...njury or death AGS 02 AGS Status Menu This menu allows you to view the AGS s current status There are 13 dif ferent status messages to identify the AGS s current state but only one is displayed at any one time refer to the AGS menu map Figure 8 2 Available statuses are refer to Tables 11 1 thru 11 3 for detailed descrip tions of each AC In Manual Run No Comm Fault Temp Fault Test Fault VDC Lockout...

Страница 41: ...ted AGS VDC Displays the battery voltage currently connected to the AGS on Terminals 3 and 4 This voltage is used to power the AGS and is the voltage reading the 05 Start Volts setting is monitoring to determine when to start Temp Displays the current temperature reading of the temperature sensor and is the temperature the 04 Start Temp F setting is monitoring to determine when to start If the tem...

Страница 42: ... this setting The selection arrow appears to the right of the screen The AGS is now ready to automatically start stop the generator once an autostart condition is satis ed Note If power is lost to your remote the AGS control setting will return to the default Off setting Once power is restored you must enable the AGS again Note Despite enabling the AGS you must check the AGS s current status and e...

Страница 43: ...t VDC Lockout Status StartTemp 65F Status StartTemp 95F Status 05 Start Volts S Status Start VDC Off Status Start VDC 10 0 Status Start VDC 11 0 Status Start VDC 12 2 S Read Only display Start VDC Range 12 volt 10 0 12 2 VDC 24 volt 20 0 24 4 VDC 48 volt 40 0 48 8 VDC S Status AM PM 00 00 A S S Status Quiet OFF S AGS Menu continues on next page Status Quiet 11PM 8AM Status Quiet 10PM 8AM Status Qu...

Страница 44: ...enu Selections Setting Menu Items Inverter Chrgr Status Press SELECT Status Run Time 0 5 Hr AGS S Press button Notes current setting Status 03 Run Time Hour Inverter Chrgr Status Status 08 AGS TECH Status Gen Run x xHr S Status AGS VDC xx x Status Temp xxC xxF Status AGS Rev x x Status AGS Mode RV S Status AGS Mode RV Read Only displays except AGS Mode Status AGS Mode Other AGS Cont For this menu ...

Страница 45: ...ure 9 1 ME ARC s AGS Configuration Access Buttons This AGS manual covers ME ARC remote controls with a revision of 2 0 to 2 4 There may be differences between revisions that affect your AGS setup operation Use Table 9 2 to familiarize yourself with the differences between AGS revisions Info Refer to your ME ARC owner s manual to determine your re mote s revision or see the TECH 02 Revisions AGS me...

Страница 46: ...nu Page Starts on low battery voltage DC voltage con nected to Terminals 3 and 4 Stops on higher battery voltage 04A Gen Run VDC 42 Stops at Float charge after a set time period using Absorb Done Time setting 04A Gen Run VDC Set Stop Gen Volts Float 42 Stops at Float charge after battery current re quirement is low using Absorb Done Amps 04A Gen Run VDC Set Stop Gen Volts Float 42 Stops at Float c...

Страница 47: ...un Time 0 0 25 5 Hours Level 1 Rev 5 0 5 1 Rev 2 0 OFF 25 5 Hours Level 1 Rev 5 2 Rev 2 3 04G Quiet Time OFF ON Start 12AM 12PM Level 1 Rev 5 0 Rev 2 0 Stop 12AM 12PM Quiet Time Topoff OFF 30 60 90 120 min 04H Gen Exercise OFF Days 1 255 Level 1 Rev 5 0 Rev 2 0 Run Hour 12AM 12PM Run Time 0 0 25 5 Hrs 04I Gen Warm up Time 0 127 sec 1 127 min Level 1 Rev 5 0 Rev 2 0 04J Gen Cooldown Time 0 127 sec ...

Страница 48: ...n typical battery voltage SOC charts approximately 11 11 5 in a 12 volt system which show the battery at rest not loaded Info The DC voltage the AGS uses to determine when to autostart is displayed in the AGS 08 AGS TECH menu under the AGS VDC meter Where should I set Start Volts Delay Determine what loads will be running when the generator needs to start The larger the load the shorter the delay ...

Страница 49: ...s into the Absorption Charge mode However temperature changes can affect the absorb voltage setting and may require you to readjust the Stop Gen Volts setting seasonally If you are in a normally cold climate 32 F the actual absorb charge voltage will increase So the Stop Gen Volts setting should be set well above the absorb voltage setting 5V above for 12 volt systems If you are normally in a hot ...

Страница 50: ... and off each day Select ON to set speci c times of day to start and stop the generator Default setting Set Gen Run Time OFF Set Start Gen Hour Set the hour the gen will start each day Set Start Gen Minute Set the minute the gen will start each day Set Start Gen AM PM Set the time period the gen will start Set Stop Gen Hour Set the hour the gen will stop each day Set Stop Gen Minute Set the minute...

Страница 51: ...nutes Where should I set Gen Run Amps Typically the generator should start when the AC load amps is 70 75 of the inverter AC current output rat ing This keeps the inverter from running too large a load and also keeps the batteries from cycling unnecessarily Set Stop Gen AC Amps just below the start amps to ensure the large load has turned off Set the start delay time so surge loads don t trigger a...

Страница 52: ...ture sensor determines the area being monitored for temperature best overall method for using AGS settings to start and stop your generator The BMK already uses voltage time and current to determine the true SOC of the batteries so little guesswork is needed to determine the settings Set Start Gen SOC This menu is used to set the SOC level for auto starting the generator Default setting Set Start ...

Страница 53: ... a hot day With this feature you could set the A C unit to turn on and leave Whenever the inside temperature rises to the start setting the generator autostarts to provide power to the A C unit This would keep the area cool and comfortable plus while the generator is on the inverter batteries are being charged Where should I set Gen Run Temp Start If using this feature to power an A C unit the Gen...

Страница 54: ...running longer than the Max Gen Run Time setting Info The Max Gen Run Time menu uses the METER button s 03C Gen Run Time display to determine the generator s run time Info If the generator is stopped due to the Max Gen Run Time param eter being met the status becomes Fault MaxRn and the generator will not autostart again until you clear the fault SETUP 04G Quiet Time Menu This menu is used to enab...

Страница 55: ... Quiet Time Topoff This menu sets the time the generator will autostart and run before Quiet Time starts The generator will only start on Quiet Time Topoff if the battery voltage or battery SOC start parameter is within a specified range Default setting Set Quiet Time Topoff OFF Range OFF 30 120 Minutes 30 min increments What is Quiet Time Topoff and why should I use it The Topoff feature helps en...

Страница 56: ... Set Exercise Run Minute Set the minute the generator will start Set Exercise Run AM PM Set AM PM when the generator starts Set Exercise Run Time Set how long the generator will run for the exercise period Default setting Set Exercise Run Time 1 0 Hrs Range 0 0 25 5 Hrs 0 1 hr increments Why should I use the Gen Exercise feature Most generators are very dependable and provide years of service if p...

Страница 57: ...the Days Since Run timer which is shown under the METER 03E Since Gen Run display How does this Gen Exercise feature work The Gen Exercise feature allows the generator to autostart at a pre selected time whenever it has not run for a set number of days Once the Gen Exercise feature is enabled by setting how many days to wait before exercising the gen under Set Gen Exercise Days the generator will ...

Страница 58: ... remote inverter is correctly communicating with the AGS If the AGS status displayed is not Off or Ready then refer to Section 12 2 Resolving Operational Statuses or Section 12 3 ME AGS N Faults using your Remote for assistance before continuing Where should I set Gen Warm up Time Check with your generator manu facturer Typically smaller generators 2 3KW need at least 60 seconds before applying a ...

Страница 59: ...rted may attempt an autostart 4 times ran and the STATUS LED came on and stayed on not blinking then the wiring from the AGS to the generator is correct You are now ready to enable the AGS by setting the 03 Gen Control setting in your remote to AUTO see Section 9 3 1 Info The AGS attempts to start the generator 4 times If after 4 attempts the generator fails to start the STATUS LED turns red indic...

Страница 60: ...atically start and stop the generator Refer to the 04 AGS Setup menus in Section 9 1 to set the start and stop parameters for the generator ON The ON selection manually starts the generator by sending a start command from the AGS module Once the generator is started it must be manually stopped either from an external stop switch or by selecting OFF from the 03 Gen Control menu which sends a stop c...

Страница 61: ...e times in this display are shown in tenths of an hour 0 0 hrs 0 1 hrs etc thus 0 1 hrs 6 minutes Info The Gen Run Time display resets to 0 0 each time the genera tor is autostopped This meter is not designed to replace the hour meter for total hours the generator has run Info This display is used by the SETUP 04F Max Gen Run Time menu to determine the generator s maximum run time when start ed au...

Страница 62: ...etting 4 Press the SELECT knob again to select this setting The selection arrow appears to the right of the screen The AGS is now ready to automatically start stop the generator once an autostart condition is satis ed Note If power is lost to your remote the AGS control setting will return to the default OFF setting Once power is restored you must enable the AGS again Autostart Conditions 04A Gen ...

Страница 63: ... Start Stop Volts Delay and Stop Gen Volts values that were entered prior to selecting OFF will still be used to autostop the generator To manually stop the generator 1 Press the CTRL button 2 Turn the SELECT knob to the 03 Gen Control menu 3 Press the SELECT knob The Set Gen Control menu displays with an arrow to the right of the current setting 4 Turn the SELECT knob to the OFF setting 5 Press t...

Страница 64: ...120 Sec Set Stop Volts Delay 127 Min Set Gen Run Time ON S Set Start Gen Hour 12 00 A Set Start Gen Minute 00 59 A Set Start Gen AM PM 00 00 P S S Set Stop Gen Hour 12 00 P Set Stop Gen Minute 00 59 P Set Stop Gen AM PM 00 00 P S S S S SETUP Menu continues on next page S Set Stop Gen Volts Float CTRL 03 Gen Control OFF Set Gen Control OFF Set Gen Control ON S Set Gen Control AUTO AC In Ready Start...

Страница 65: ...et Start Gen SOC 20 Set Start Gen SOC 90 Set Stop Gen SOC 90 S S S S Set Gen Run Temp Start Ext Input Set Gen Run Temp Start 65F Set Gen Run Temp Start 95F Set Gen Run Temp Time 2 0 Hrs Set Gen Run Temp Time 25 5 Hrs S Set Max Gen Run Time 12 0 Hrs Set Max Gen Run Time 25 5 Hrs 04G Quiet Time OFF Set Quiet Time OFF Set Start Quiet Hour 1 00 P Set Start Quiet AM PM 0 00 A Set Stop Quiet Hour 1 00 A...

Страница 66: ...0 A Set Exercise Run Time 0 0 Hrs Set Gen Exercise Days 1 Set Gen Exercise Days 255 Set Exercise Run Hour 12 00 A Set Exercise Run Minute 0 59 A Set Exercise Run AM PM 0 00 P Set Exercise Run Time 1 0 Hrs Set Exercise Run Time 25 5 Hrs S S S S S 04I Gen Warm up Time 60 Sec Set Gen Warm up Time 0 Sec 04J Gen Cooldown Time 60 Sec Set Gen Cooldown Time 0 Sec Set Gen Warm up Time 60 Sec Set Gen Warm u...

Страница 67: ...e your router s revision or see Section 10 3 2 3 ME RTR Router s TECH Button on page 77 Info The ME RTR is a multi inverter remote that allows a single inverter remote ME RC or ME ARC to be connected When connected to the ME RTR the single inverter remote acts only as a remote monitor but will allow the AGS to be activated Even though you can activate the AGS with a ME RC or ME ARC connected to th...

Страница 68: ...on Autostop Condition See Setup Menu Page Starts on low battery voltage DC voltage connected to Termi nals 3 and 4 Stops on higher bat tery voltage 04A Gen Run VDC 62 Stops at Float charge after a set time period using Absorb Done Time setting 04A Gen Run VDC Set Stop Gen Volts Float 62 Stops at Float charge after battery current requirement is low using Absorb Done Amps setting 04A Gen Run VDC Se...

Страница 69: ...ly maintained before autostart ing the generator This ensures the generator does not nuisance start By setting a delay momentary surge loads will not start the generator when the battery voltage dips due to the heavy load applied to the battery Default setting Set Start Volts Delay 60 Seconds Range OFF 1 120 Seconds 3 127 Minutes Where should I set Start Volts Delay First determine what loads will...

Страница 70: ...just ment required is accomplished using the settings below Set the Stop Gen Volts setting to Float Set the Absorb Volts setting SETUP 03B Battery Type to the voltage level at which you want the generator to turn off normally 14 5 volts for ooded batteries in a 12 volt system Set the Absorb Done Time setting SETUP 03E Absorb Done Time to 0 1 hours lowest setting Using these settings when the batte...

Страница 71: ...nerator Starting and stopping at a particular time of day can be useful if you want to run the generator for other uses while charging the batteries You may require the generator to run a heavy load like a well pump or machinery every day at the same time You may also want the generator to run after you leave for work each day to avoid having to hear it running SETUP 04C Gen Run Amps Menu This men...

Страница 72: ... load on the inverter the generator autostarts and powers the loads and recharges the batteries Once the AC amps load drops below 20A for 60 seconds the gen turns off SETUP 04D Gen Run SOC Menu Info This feature requires the optional ME BMK Battery Monitor Kit Refer to your ME BMK owner s manual to operate This menu starts and stops the generator based on the SOC State of Charge reading from the a...

Страница 73: ... pigtail adapters can be used to connect an A C or relay control circuit For more info refer to the instruction sheet for each pigtail adapter part number 64 0025 for ME PT1 instructions or 64 0026 for ME PT2 instructions Info This temperature autostart feature requires that the AGS s re mote temp sensor cable Figure 1 2 or an optional ME PT1 or ME PT2 pigtail adapter be connected to the AGS s REM...

Страница 74: ...conditioners it is suggested that the second air conditioner s thermostat be set 2 to 5 higher than the rst air conditioner This staggered setting allows the rst air conditioner to start and run in an effort to keep the coach cool If the temperature continues to rise inside the coach the second air conditioner turns on How long should I set the Gen Run Temp Time When using the tem perature autosta...

Страница 75: ...Max Gen Run Time setting has been reached the Fault MaxRun status will occur If this happens you may have to increase the Max Gen Run Time setting or adjust the autostop setting to nish sooner If multiple autostart settings are set in the 04 AGS Setup menus and a Fault MaxRun status occurs refer to the METER button s 03A AGS Status menu to identify which condition autostarted the generator This wa...

Страница 76: ...ies whenever the start pa rameters are close to starting the generator at the start of Quiet Time If the battery voltage is within 0 3 volts or less of reaching the 04A Gen Run VDC start parameter the generator will autostart The Quiet Time Topoff feature will also autostart the generator if the battery s SOC is within 4 or less of reaching the 04D Gen Run SOC start parameter Scenario example Topo...

Страница 77: ...rt the gen erator The Set Gen Exercise Days setting must be between 1 250 days in order to enable the gen exercise feature Default setting Set Gen Exercise Days OFF Range OFF 1 250 Days Set Exercise Run Hour Set the hour the generator will start Set Exercise Run Minute Set the minute the generator will start Set Exercise Run AM PM Set AM PM when the generator starts Set Exercise Run Time Set how l...

Страница 78: ...s shown under the METER 03E Since Gen Run display How does this Gen Exercise feature work The Gen Exercise feature allows the generator to autostart at a pre selected time whenever it has not run for a set number of days Once the Gen Exercise feature is enabled by setting how many days to wait before exercising the gen under Set Gen Exercise Days the generator will start and begin exercising only ...

Страница 79: ... prevent the generator from connecting to the inverter s AC input Since the inverter only has a single source input it can not distinguish between grid or generator input So during warm up or cooldown the inverter will prevent any AC input from connecting When either warm up or cooldown is activated it will disconnect any AC source connected to the inverter s AC input i e grid or generator until t...

Страница 80: ...g the SELECT knob to the 03A AGS Status menu and then pressing the SELECT knob second line is the AGS s current status The AGS s status should be Off or Ready If it displays either status then the remote inverter is correctly communicating with the AGS If the AGS status displayed is not Off or Ready then refer to Section 12 2 Resolving Opera tional Statuses or Section 12 3 ME AGS N Faults using yo...

Страница 81: ...tton s 04A Gen Run VDC menu even if not active or the 04F Max Gen Run Time menu whichever occurs rst This manual on auto off feature is useful if you want to make sure the generator starts before you leave OFF This selection turns the generator off if it is running from either a manual on command or an autostart command When OFF is selected the AGS is prevented from starting the generator automati...

Страница 82: ...e the generator has been running since it was autostarted by the AGS This is useful when trying to determine how long the generator has been running since it was autostarted in case you were not present when it started This menu is enabled when the CTRL 03 Gen Control menu is set to AUTO but does not display run time when the generator has been manually started Cooldown and warm up times are not i...

Страница 83: ...isplay with the revision of the connected AGS METER 03D AGS Temp Menu The read only menu displays the temperature of the AGS remote tempera ture sensor included with AGS but use is optional and is helpful in deter mining its proper placement and operation This temperature value can be displayed in either Fahrenheit default setting or Celsius Info Use the SETUP 01E Temp Display menu to change the t...

Страница 84: ...ing Once power is restored you must enable the AGS again Note Despite enabling the AGS you must check the AGS s current status either by viewing the AGS Home screen or under the METER 03A AGS Status menu and ensure the status displays as Ready 3 Turn the SELECT knob to the AUTO setting 4 Press the SELECT knob to select this setting The selection arrow appears to the right of the screen TECH 03 Fir...

Страница 85: ...nerator does not start or stop as expected refer to Section 12 0 ME AGS N Remote Troubleshooting in this manual To manually stop the generator From the AGS Home screen to access refer to Section 10 2 1 1 1 Press the CTRL button 2 Turn the SELECT knob to the 03 Gen Control menu 3 Press the SELECT knob The Set Gen Control menu displays with an arrow to the right of the current setting 4 Turn the SEL...

Страница 86: ...hese menu items Inverting Gen off 48 0Vdc 24Adc System Home System Home Screen to access press and hold METER button for 3 sec METER PORT SETUP 04A Gen Run VDC 13 0V 14 4V P1A View AGS Setup Press PORT button and navigate to the port in which AGS is connected i e AGS Home Screen Press SETUP button to access AGS menus 03A AGS Status Status P1A View AGS Meter PORT Inverting Gen off 48 0Vdc 24Adc Sys...

Страница 87: ...DIT AGS Setup Set Start Gen Time 7 45am P1A EDIT AGS Setup S Set Stop Gen Time 12 00pm P1A edit AGS Setup Set Stop Gen Time 12 15am P1A EDIT AGS Setup Set Stop Gen Time 11 45am P1A EDIT AGS Setup Set Gen Start AC Amps 5A P1A EDIT AGS Setup 04C Gen Run Amps OFF P1A View AGS Setup Set Gen Start AC Amps OFF P1A edit AGS Setup S Set Amps Start Delay OFF P1A EDIT AGS Setup Set Amps Start Delay 60 Secon...

Страница 88: ...AGS Setup Set Gen Run Temp 70F P1A EDIT AGS Setup Set Gen Run Temp OFF P1A edit AGS Setup Set Gen Run Temp Ext Input P1A EDIT AGS Setup Set Gen Run Temp 65F P1A EDIT AGS Setup Set Gen Run Temp Time 0 5 Hours P1A EDIT AGS Setup Set Gen Run Temp Time 2 0 Hours P1A edit AGS Setup Set Gen Run Temp Time 6 0 Hours P1A EDIT AGS Setup S S 04G Quiet Time OFF P1A View AGS Setup S Set Quiet Time OFF P1A edit...

Страница 89: ... Setup Set Gen Exercise 250 Days P1A EDIT AGS Setup S Set Exercise Run 8 00am P1A edit AGS Setup Set Exercise Run 12 00pm P1A EDIT AGS Setup Set Exercise Run 7 45am P1A EDIT AGS Setup Set Exercise Run 0 0 Hours P1A EDIT AGS Setup Set Exercise Run 1 0 Hours P1A edit AGS Setup Set Exercise Run 25 5 Hours P1A EDIT AGS Setup S Menu Button Menu Heading Default Current Setting Press SELECT Press SELECT ...

Страница 90: ... on the active autostart settings under the SETUP 04 AGS Setup menu No Comm RC ARC RTR The AGS is not communicating with the inverter remote This is a normal status if there is no AGS Net work version connected in the system If an AGS is installed then refer to Section 12 2 Resolving Operational Statuses for assistance AC In RC ARC RTR The inverter charger is connected to another source such as a ...

Страница 91: ...n by sensing a gen run sense voltage to Terminal 2 on the AGS s 8 port terminal block However if the Gen Type DIP switch is set to 2 Wire Standby which does not require a gen run sense voltage manually turning the generator on displays a status of AC In rather than Manual Run Quiet Time RC The ME AGS N has entered Quiet Time per the AGS 07 Quiet Time setting ARC RTR The AGS has entered Quiet Time ...

Страница 92: ...from the TEST button located on the AGS RC or by selecting Test from the AGS 01 AGS Control menu see Section 5 1 for further infor mation on the AGS s TEST button Start Time ARC RTR The generator has started based on the SETUP 04B Gen Run Time setting Start Topoff ARC RTR The generator has started based on the SETUP 04G Quiet Time Topoff Time setting Start VDC RC The generator has started based on...

Страница 93: ... start in Start Amps mode Fault Exercise ARC RTR The generator failed to start in Start Exercise mode Fault MaxRn ARC RTR The generator turned off because the SETUP 04F Max Gen Run Time setting had been met This fault can occur when 1 an autostop parameter has been met but it did not stop the generator or 2 the autostop condition exceeded the Max Gen Run Time setting Fault SOC ARC RTR The generato...

Страница 94: ... air conditioners it is suggested that the second air conditioner thermostat be set 2 to 5 higher than the rst air conditioner This stag gered setting will allow the rst air conditioner to start and run in an effort to keep the coach cool If the temperature continues to rise inside the coach the second air conditioner will turn on to further cool the coach When the generator starts successfully th...

Страница 95: ...es red if a different port device has the active fault Navigate to the port device with the active fault the FAULT LED turns solid red when you are on the correct port device See Figure 12 2 ME RC ME ARC Remotes Blinking red FAULT LED Inverter Charger Status Inverter Charger Setting Info AGS status alternates with inverter charger status scrolling AGS Status Inverter Charger Setting Info ARC Revis...

Страница 96: ...ger Lockout This is a normal status ME RC only whenever the AGS is con gured to comply with RVIA requirements for use in an RV This status displays whenever the generator is started or stopped for any condition outside the control of the AGS To clear or disable the Lockout status refer to the remedies below Remedy To clear a Lockout status Ensure the generator is off On the ME RC go to the AGS 01 ...

Страница 97: ... times but the gen failed to start and run per the speci c autostart parameters or B The generator started but did not provide the correct gen run sense signal to the AGS module For either scenario refer to Section 6 2 to troubleshoot why the generator does not start or run Fault MaxRn The generator has turned off because the gen run time after autostarting has exceeded the SETUP 04F Max Gen Run T...

Страница 98: ... Time setting Info Beginning with Revision 5 2 of the ME AGS N the Max Gen Run Time setting can be defeated In some cases it may be appropriate to set the Max Gen Run Time setting to OFF However this feature is mainly provided as a safety feature to ensure the generator doesn t run longer than the time it takes to reach the autostop conditions or to expend the generator s fuel capacity whichever o...

Страница 99: ...R go to the CTRL 03 Gen Control menu and select OFF Note After the fault clears and the reason for the fault is determined be sure to re enable the AGS to autostart Go to the CTRL 03 Gen Con trol menu and select AUTO Refer to Figure 9 2 for the ME ARC and to Figure 10 2 for the ME RTR Once the fault is cleared and the reason for the fault is determined you should re enable the AGS to see if the fa...

Страница 100: ...net The ME MW W MagWeb Wireless and the ME MW E MagWeb Wired Ether net are tools for remotely monitoring Magnum inverters and accessories The ME MW W connects to the Magnum network via a wireless data link and the ME MW E connects to the Magnum network via a wired Ethernet data link They both provide live internet monitoring of the inverter battery monitor and the AGS Using an always on internet c...

Страница 101: ... Magnum Energy s limit of liability under the limited warranty shall be the actual cash value of the product at the time the original purchaser returns the product for repair determined by the price paid by the original purchaser Magnum Energy shall not be liable for any other losses or damages 4 Upon request from Magnum Energy the original purchaser must prove the product s original date of purch...

Страница 102: ...magnumenergy com If returning your product directly to Magnum Energy for repair you must Return the unit in the original or equivalent shipping container Receive a Return Materials Authorization RMA number from the factory prior to the return of the product to Magnum Energy for repair Place RMA numbers clearly on the shipping container or on the packing slip When sending your product for service p...

Страница 103: ...PN 64 0039 Rev A ME AGS N Magnum Energy Inc 2211 West Casino Rd Everett WA 98204 Phone 425 353 8833 Fax 425 353 8390 Web www magnumenergy com ...

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