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1. 2 15 Type8 2 17 Type9 2 18 Type 10 2 19 Type 11 2 20 Type 12 2 21 Type 13 2 22 975 0082 01 01 ix Contents Connecting the thermostats optional 2 23 Connecting an external shutdown optional 2 23 Connecting an external manual on off switch optional 2 23 Connecting an external on off LED 2 24 Connecting the wiring harness to the Auto Gen Start 2 25 Connecting the control panel and other network enabled devices 2 26 Verifying power is available 2 26 3 Configuration Configuring the Auto Gen Start 3 2 Using the System Control Panel 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 The Auto Gen Start Men
2. C 5 Warranty and Return Information WA 1 INGOX sees ee ete Cee Cie a tie ee eats IX 1 xii 975 0082 01 01 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 Introduction About the Automatic Generator Start Function and benefits Applications System component 1 2 The Xantrex Automatic Generator Start Auto Gen Start automatically starts and stops your generator using dry contact relays to operate the auto start function of your generator Dry contacts operate only as switches The Auto Gen Start does not provide any voltage or current to the connections The Auto Gen Start continuously monitors your power system and starts the generator if the battery voltage or state of charge reaches preset limits or the air conditioner or heater needs to be run The Auto Gen Start also starts the generator to assist the inverter charger when power demands are high When properly configured the Auto Gen Start ensures that your power requirements are met and that your batteries stay charged The Auto Gen Start is ideal for users who desire the convenience of automatic generator starting when dry camping or when shore power is otherwise unavailable The Auto Gen Start uses Xanbus a network communications protocol developed by Xantrex to communicate its settings
3. 3 20 X 975 0082 01 01 Contents StartV 2hr 3 21 StartV 24hr 3 22 StopBattV 3 22 Enable Templ 3 23 Enable Temp2 3 23 Enable Load 3 23 Start Load 3 24 Stop Load 3 25 Stop Absorb 3 25 Stop Float 3 26 Generator Configuration menu 3 28 Starter Cool Down 3 28 Max Run Time 3 29 Exercise Per 3 29 Exercise Dur 3 30 Exercise 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
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5. nn nn ar ses AC Panel Legend DC Monitor Inverter Charger AE Ou Xanbus Enabled Devices Network Connection Battery and Fuse Transfer Switch oe AC AC Input Low Voltage DC W gt Terminator Thermostat 1 Automatic Generator Start Generator Thermostat 2 Figure 1 3 Xanbus system diagram 1 7 1 8 Installation Chapter 2 contains information and procedures to install the Auto Gen Start This chapter will help you prepare to install the Auto Gen Start by providing e asummary of the tasks involved e alist of materials and tools required e recommendations for choosing an installation location This chapter then provides procedures for mounting the Auto Gen Start as well as guidelines for connecting it to e a generator e thermostats e the System Control Panel and other Xanbus enabled devices Installation Preparing an Installation Before you install the Auto Gen Start you must consider how and where the unit will be mounted and plan the connection routes between the Auto Gen Start the generator thermostats 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 number 809 0917 supplied Four 6 screws 1 1 4 inch supplied 16 or 18 AWG wire see Wire size
6. 3 35 Configuration User Settings Use this table to record any customized Auto Gen Start settings for future reference Setting Values Default User Setting QT Begin 12 00AM 11 59PM 12 hour clock 9 00PM 12 hour clock 00 00 23 59 24 hour clock 21 00 24 hour clock QT End 12 00AM 11 59PM 12 hour clock 8 00AM 12 hour clock 00 00 23 59 24 hour clock 8 00 24 hour clock 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 Temp1 On Off Off Enable Temp2 On Off Off Enable Load On Off Off Start Load 10 0A 33 0A 10 0A Stop Load 7 0A 28 0A 7 0A Stop Absorb On Off On Stop Float On Off Off Max Run Time 2hours 8hours 3hours Exercise Per Odays Off 250days 21days Exercise Dur 1min 250min 30min Exercise Time 12 00AM 11 59PM 12 hour clock 9 00AM 12 hour clock 00 00 23 59 24 hour clock 9 00 24 hour clock 3 36 975 0082 01 01 Operation Chapter 4 describes the operation of the Auto Gen Start and how to get the most from its features This includes information about e using the Auto Gen Start for both manual and automatic genera
7. 5 5 A Specifications Electrical Specifications A 2 Mechanical Specifications A 2 Environmental 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 referee eee ee eee eee eee eee B 3 Identification B 3 Connection B 3 Three Wire Onan B 3 Identification B 3 Connection B 4 Three Wire Automotive B 4 Identification B 4 Connection B44 C Relay Timing RunMode 2 0 e reer rere ee eee eee C2 MomentaryRun Mode C 3 GlowStop Mode C4 StartStop Mode C 4 PulseStop Mode
8. 975 0082 01 01 When to use Battery voltage information Outcomes StartV 2hr Full name Purpose 975 0082 01 01 The Auto Gen Start M enu Values Default Off 4 0V to 60 0V Off disabled In Automatic mode the Auto Gen Start will start the generator when the system battery voltage as measured by the inverter charger falls below the StartV 15min setting for 15 minutes You can use one of the Starting Battery Voltage settings Start V 30sec StartV 15min StartV 2hr and StartV 24hr when there is no accurate reliable battery state of charge monitoring available such as from the Xantrex DC Monitor Battery voltage can be monitored from the System screen or the inverter charger menu Whenever the generator starts automatically based on the Starting Battery Voltage it will stop when the battery voltage reaches the StopBattV setting If you have enabled Stop Float or Stop Absorb the generator will stop when the Absorption or Float stages of the battery charging begin If you set the Starting Battery Voltage too high the generator will start more frequently than is convenient If you set the Starting Battery Voltage value too low your batteries may be damaged by repeated cycles of excessive discharge The generator running time necessary to charge the batteries may exceed Max Run Time and use too much fuel in the process Starting Battery Voltag
9. W208 Auto triggers not No You are attempting to enter Acknowledge warning and enabled Config Automatic Mode without set a start and stop trigger auto triggers setting Auto triggers W209 Gen external stop Yes The generator has stopped Check the generator s fuel Start gen via its but not by the Auto Gen level and mechanical control panel Start The generator may condition then start the have run out of gas or may generator manually using have been shut off by a the switch or control panel switch on the generator on the generator to clear the warning 5 4 975 0082 01 01 Fault M essages Table 5 1 Auto Gen Start warning messages Warning Self Number Message clearing Cause Action W250 The selected value No You have tried to change Press continue Put the failed to change the Gen Type without system into Safe mode Try again putting the system into change the Gen Type then Safe mode first return the system to Operating mode You have tried to set the Press continue Ensure Exercise Dur for longer __ that Max Run Time is set than Max Run Time or for longer than Exercise Max Run Time for less Dur than Exercise Dur W500 Network Yes The Auto Gen Start has lost Check connection between connection lost communications with the the Auto Gen Start and the Check connections network because of a faulty network connection or el
10. xantrex com Direct returns may be performed according to the Xantrex Return Material Authorization Policy described in your product manual For some products Xantrex maintains a network of regional Authorized Service Centers Call Xantrex or check our website to see if your product can be repaired at one of these facilities 975 0082 01 01 WA 1 Warranty and Return What proof of purchase is required In any warranty claim dated proof of purchase must accompany the product and the product must not have been disassembled or modified without prior written authorization by Xantrex Proof of purchase may be in any one of the following forms The dated purchase receipt from the original purchase of the product at point of sale to the end user or The dated dealer invoice or purchase receipt showing original equipment manufacturer OEM status or The dated invoice or purchase receipt showing the product exchanged under warranty What does this warranty not cover This Limited Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear of the product or costs related to the removal installation or troubleshooting 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 installed physically damaged or altered either internally or externally or damaged from improper use or use in an unsuitable environment b t
11. 16 Complete overcurrent protection not shown Refer to page 2 6 Figure 2 8 Type 7 Type 8 and Type 11 connection diagram two wire AGS wiring harness Generator wires 12 GEN RUN SIGNAL 13 GROUND m RUN Relay 1 16 START eaz O 7 Relay 2 18 Figure 2 9 Type 7 and Type 8 connection diagram three wire Complete overcurrent protection not shown Refer to page 2 6 Table 2 8 Type 7 relay and timing preset configurations Relay 1 mode Run Relay 3 mode No function Gen Run signal hold time 0 5 s Preheat time 20s Preheat to crank delay ls Crank time 15s Crank retry time 30s Shutdown bypass time Os Start tries 3 2 16 975 0082 01 01 Type 8 975 0082 01 01 Installing the Auto Gen Start Type 8 will work with both two wire and three wire run mode configurations and is intended for Northern Lights and Fisher Panda generators 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 Relay 1 mode Run Relay 3 mode No function Gen Run signal hold time 0 5 s Preheat time Os Preheat to crank delay Os Crank time 15s Crank retry time 30s Shutdown bypass time Os Start tries 3 Installation Type 9 Type 9 is a StartStop mode configuration with shutdown bypass functionality on relay 3 This configur
12. Max No The generator has run for Acknowledge the warning Return the Auto Gen Start to the desired AGS Mode Automatic or ManualOn Ensure generator is fueled and is supplying required power for battery charging and loads 975 0082 01 01 5 3 Troubleshooting Table 5 1 Auto Gen Start warning messages Warning Self Number Message clearing Cause Action W204 Manual Off Max No The generator has reached Acknowledge the warning generator cycles its maximum number of Return the Auto Gen Start reached Reset AGS start and stop cycles To to the desired AGS Mode Mode help prevent an unattended Automatic or ManualOn generator from starting the Ensure generator is fueled Auto Gen Start changed the and is supplying required AGS Mode to ManualOff power for battery charging and loads W205 Generator started Yes The generator was started Check your generator Stop by its switch Use but not by the Auto Gen it using the switch or its switch to stop Start control panel on the generator W206 Mismatched No You have set a start trigger Acknowledge warning and triggers Enable but not a corresponding set a stop trigger stop trigger or stop trigger disable start trigger W207 Mismatched No You have set a stop trigger Acknowledge warning and triggers Enable but not a corresponding set a Start trigger start trigger or start trigger disable stop trigger
13. 12 Gi Relay 1 Stop and Relay 2 Start can be used with a common ground for three wire configured generators The Preheat signal shows up on Relay 1 and also Relay 3 if enabled so that Relay 1 can be used for both Preheat and Stop If the ShutDown Bypass is enabled the Preheat on Relay 1 will remain high for the Crank Time and for the ShutDown Bypass period after cranking The Preheat on Relay 3 will only overlap the Crank Time and perform ShutDown Bypass if Relay 3 is configured for Preheat with ShutDown Bypass The Delay 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 Shutdown jas Bypass Run Stop Figure C 3 GlowStop mode timing diagram StartStop Mode For generators with StartStop mode starting types Types 4 5 9 10 Relay 1 Stop and Relay 2 Start can be used with a common ground for three wire configured 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 is enabled the Preheat on Relay 3 will remain high for the Crank Time and for the ShutDown Bypass period after cranking 975 0082 01 01 PulseStop Mode e The Delay refers to the Preheat to Crank Delay and may be zero e Cranking will cease when
14. 3 35 View Fault Log 3 35 View Warning Log 3 35 View Event Log 3 35 Restore Defaults 3 35 User Settings 3 36 4 Operation Starting and Stopping the Generator 4 2 Setting Quiet Time 4 3 Enabling Quiet Time 4 3 Setting the beginning of Quiet Time 4 3 Setting the end of Quiet Time 4 4 Viewing the Advanced Menu 4 5 Changing System Modes 4 6 Operating mode 4 7 Power Save mode 4 7 975 0082 01 01 xi Contents Safe mode 4 7 Hibernate mode 4 8 Viewing the Firmware Revision Number 4 8 5 Troubleshooting Faults and Warnings 5 2 Warning Messages 5 3 Fault Messages
15. Shutdown bypass Relay 3 mode Preheat Shutdown bypass Gen Run signal hold time 0 5 s Preheat time 20s Preheat to crank delay Os Crank time 15s Crank retry time 30s Shutdown bypass time 10s Start tries 3 2 12 975 0082 01 01 Installing the Auto Gen Start Type 4 Type 4 is a three wire StartStop configuration that uses relay 3 to provide the preheat signal for Generac s Guardian Gas generators AGS wiring harness Generator wires 12 GEN RUN SIGNAL 13 GROUND ey 14 STOP PREHEAT Relay 1 16 om 17 START Relay 2 18 eee ee FUEL PRIME PREHEAT 12V GENERATOR BATTERY Complete overcurrent protection not shown Refer to page 2 6 Figure 2 6 Type 4 Type 5 and Type 13 connection diagram Table 2 5 Type 4 relay and timing preset configurations Relay 1 mode StartStop Relay 3 mode Preheat Gen Run signal hold time 10s Preheat time 60 s Preheat to crank delay 5s Crank time 15s Crank retry time 15s Shutdown bypass time Os Start tries 3 975 0082 01 01 2 13 Installation Type 5 2 14 Type 5 is a three wire StartStop configuration that uses relay 3 to provide the preheat signal for Generac s Guardian 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 Preheat Gen Run
16. action does not clear the condition that caused the fault or warning however Consult Table 5 1 and Table 5 2 for suggested actions to take after you have acknowledged the message You can acknowledge warnings that are in the form of a Yes No question by pressing Enter for Yes and Exit for No If unacknowledged some warnings may clear themselves if the condition that generated the message goes away For example if the Auto 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 To clear active Auto Gen Start faults highlight Clear Faults on the Auto Gen Start menu and press Enter If several fault or warning messages occur before you can acknowledge or clear them they are displayed together on a fault list or a warning list These lists contain messages from every Xanbus enabled device not just the Auto Gen Start You can select a message and view its details from the fault list or warning list To view a message from a fault list or warning list 1 On the list use the up arrow or down arrow button to highlight the message you want to view 2 Press Enter The complete message appears After viewing the message you can return to the fault list or warning list by pressing Exit or continue to the menu for the device that caused the fault or warning by pressing Enter Each time you return to the list after viewing a complete message the
17. and where Auto Gen Start connections should be made please consult your thermostat documentation or contact the thermostat manufacturer Connecting an external shutdown optional The external shutdown input is a 12 24V input used to assure that the Auto Gen Start keeps the generator off under conditions that may be potentially hazardous 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 active high 12V or 24V output Wire number Function Wiring harness wire color 5 External shutdown input 12 24 V White Black 6 External shutdown return ground Gray Connecting an external manual on off switch optional 975 0082 01 01 The external manual on off inputs wires 7 and 8 on the wiring harness are intended for wiring to one or more remote on off switches for starting and stopping the generator manually The other contact of the switch should be connected to ground In order for the Auto Gen Start to be able to detect these switches you must wire the positive of the generator battery to the constant 12V 24V generator battery positive wire 10 on the Auto Gen Start wiring harness See Figure 2 12 2 23 Installation If your generator battery does not have the required voltage any 12V or 24V power source will suit this purpose If an alternate power source is used the n
18. batteries state of charge equals the Stop SOC setting Important To use the Stop SOC setting the Auto Gen Start requires accurate battery monitoring and state of charge information from the Xantrex DC Monitor This menu item will not appear if a DC Monitor is not installed After the Auto Gen Start starts the generator in response to the batteries state of charge the generator can also stop when the batteries reach either the Float stage or the Absorption stage during recharging For this scenario to work you must enable Stop Float or Stop Absorb If you set too high a value for Stop SOC the generator may run for too long For the purposes of the Auto Gen Start 90 SOC is considered 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 Start may stop the generator before the batteries are fully charged StartV 30sec is identical to the Start DCV setting See page 3 14 Starting Battery Voltage 15 minutes StartV 15min enables the Auto Gen Start to start the generator whenever the battery voltage reaches a pre set voltage for longer than 15 minutes This setting requires you to set either a Stopping Battery Voltage StopBattV or a Stop at Charge Stage Stop Float or Stop Absorb setting
19. configuration the start signal is applied for longer because the generator does its own preheat and cranking while the start signal is applied AGS wiring harness 12 13 Generator wires GEN RUN SIGNAL GROUND a Relay 1 gm STOP 16 Retay 17 Relay 2 18 START Complete overcurrent protection not shown Refer to page 2 6 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 signal hold time 0 5 s Preheat time Os Preheat to crank delay Os Crank time 30s Crank retry time 40s Shutdown bypass time Os Start tries 3 975 0082 01 01 Installation Type 3 Type 3 is a three wire GlowStop with shutdown bypass configuration The configuration shown in Figure 2 5 uses a shutdown bypass output to temporarily disable the generator s low oil pressure shutdown functionality during cranking Generators with this functionality often have a manual means of disabling it during cranking AGS wiring harness wire Generator wire 12 GEN RUN SIGNAL 13 GROUND PREHEAT STOP BYPASS SHUTDOWN START Complete overcurrent protection not shown Refer to page 2 6 A 14 Relay 1 16 e 1 Relay 2 18 Figure 2 5 Type 3 connection diagram Table 2 4 Type 3 relay and timing preset configurations Relay 1 mode GlowStop
20. hour clock increments of 10 minutes You must set the Exercise Time when you have set the Exercise Period and the Exercise Duration If you have set the Exercise Time the generator will start at that time after being inactive for the Exercise Period If the Exercise Time you have set occurs during Quiet Time the generator will start when Quiet Time is over and run for the full amount of time you have set for Exercise Dur 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 harness Values Default NotUsed Preheat PreheatSDByp NotUsed Selecting a value for Gen Type automatically configures Relay3 You may have to manually set Relay3 according to your make and type of generator 3 31 Configuration Run Hold Time Full name Purpose When to use Crank Time Purpose When to use 3 32 Some diesel generators require preheating of their glow plugs before start cranking Setting Relay3 to Preheat enables Relay 3 to perform this function in addition to Relay 1 Some generators require Relay 3 to switch 12 volts to the glow plugs while some generators require ground to be switched to the glow plugs Generator Run Signal Hold Time Run Hold Time specifies the length of time the generator run signal or B or hour meter signal must be active before the Auto
21. inconvenient periods Exercise Period During times of prolonged generator inactivity the Auto Gen Start can be programmed to run or exercise the generator for a pre defined period This ensures the generator remains operational and that the starting battery stays charged The Auto Gen Start reports its operating mode its settings generator activity and the reason for generator starts to the Xanbus system You can view this information on the System Control Panel The Auto Gen Start can be installed with an external shutdown input a manual generator on off switch and an external on off indicator light 1 3 Introduction System Requirements 1 4 The Auto Gen Start is not designed for stand alone operation It does not function in a simple system containing only an Auto Gen Start and a generator The Auto Gen Start requires several other components for configuration and operation Generator The generator should have automatic starting capability Some manufacturers of generators without this capability may sell an optional automatic engine control module that will simplify operation with the Auto Gen Start The generator should also supply a Generator Run signal which the Auto Gen Start uses to detect whether the generator is running Some generator manufacturers refer to this signal as the hour meter signal or Switched B Control panel A separate control panel is required to configure the Auto Gen Start and mon
22. managed power system 1 7 O Operating mode 4 7 P Power light 1 5 Power Save mode 4 7 Preheat Time 3 33 proof of purchase WA 5 pulsestop mode C 5 purchase date WA 5 Q Quiet Time Begin 3 11 disabling 3 12 Enable 3 11 End 3 13 R regulatory listings A 3 Relay3 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 14 3 20 Start Load 3 24 Start SOC 3 13 Start Tries 3 34 Start Trigger 3 8 Starter Cool Down 3 28 startstop mode C 4 StartV 15min 3 20 24Hr 3 22 2Hr 3 21 Stop Absorb 3 25 Stop BattV 3 22 Stop Float 3 26 Stop Load 3 25 Stop SOC 3 19 storage 4 8 switched B wires 2 8 system components 1 7 System Control Panel buttons described 3 3 changing Auto Gen Start settings 3 3 connecting 2 26 system modes 4 6 7 thermostat connecting 2 23 connector 1 6 inputs and returns 2 8 2 23 thermostats enabling 3 15 3 16 3 23 Triggers menu 3 19 975 0082 01 01 U Up arrow button 3 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 conditions WA 1 X Xanbus 1 2 Xantrex web site ii v 1 2 975 0082 01 01 Index IX 3
23. of your generator e is not long enough to fully recharge your batteries under optimum conditions Set Exercise Period in days Exercise Per allows you to set the minimum time interval in between each exercising of the generator The time interval defined by the Exercise Period setting begins with the last time the generator was run for any reason not with the last time the Auto Gen Start exercised the generator For example setting an exercise period of 30 days would start the generator if it had not been run at all for 30 days Configuration This setting also requires you to set an Exercise Duration see Exercise Dur on page 3 30 and an Exercise Time see Exercise Time on page 3 31 A WARNING Fire and health hazard Running a generator in an enclosed space produces potentially lethal exhaust gases Before putting your RV or boat in storage disable the Auto Gen Start by putting the Xanbus system in Hibernate mode Do not leave a generator with equipped with an Auto Gen Start otherwise unattended When to use Exercise Dur Full name Purpose When to use 3 30 Values Default 0 Off Iday to 250days increments of 1day 21days Generators need to run regularly in order to maintain mechanical health and performance If you have no need to use your generator for example if you are spending long periods of time connected to external AC input or shore power or if you use
24. signal hold time 2s Preheat time 15s Preheat to crank delay 2s Crank time 15s Crank retry time 15s Shutdown bypass time Os Start tries 3 975 0082 01 01 Type 6 Type 7 975 0082 01 01 Installing the Auto Gen Start Type 6 is a three wire GlowStop configuration that has a normally closed Run Stop contact This generator type is intended for Yamaha generators AGS wiring harness Generator wires 12 GEN RUN SIGNAL 13 GROUND o 14 5A fuse PREHEAT 15 STOP Relay 1 elay 16 Resy2 o 1 Relay 2 18 Figure 2 7 Type 6 connection diagram START Complete overcurrent protection not shown Refer to page 2 6 Table 2 7 Type 6 relay and timing preset configurations Relay 1 mode GlowStop Relay 3 mode No function Gen Run signal hold time 0 5 s Preheat time 10s Preheat to crank delay ls Crank time 15s Crank retry time 30s Shutdown bypass time Os Start tries 3 Type 7 will work with both two wire and three wire run mode configurations that require a preheat signal before cranking such as Generac Backup Renewable generators This Gen Type setting is suitable for generators with an automatic engine cranking control system two wire and generators that require that the Auto Gen Start control their starter separately three wire Installation AGS wiring harness Generator wires GEN RUN SIGNAL 2 13 GROUND miee RUN Relay 1 f
25. the inverter charger has recharged the batteries to the Float stage Values Default Off On Off Set Stop Float if your inverter charger is using three stage battery charging Set Stop Float to On if battery charging is your main priority for your generator rather than using your generator for powering high AC loads You might also use the Stop Float setting if your batteries are not being charged enough before the Auto Gen Start stops the generator because of battery voltage or state of charge In power systems with long cables between the batteries and the inverter charger over 10 feet 3 m the measured battery voltage can be a poor indicator of battery condition In such cases the batteries are more 975 0082 01 01 Outcomes 975 0082 01 01 The Auto Gen Start M enu assured of a full charge if the generator runs until the charger reaches the Float stage rather than waiting until the charger charges the batteries to the voltage you may have set for StopBattV see page 3 22 For more information on battery charging see your inverter charger guide If you enable 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 Start V 15min StartV 2hr and StartV 24hr or State of Charge settings If you do not set Stop Flo
26. viewed message is removed from the list If you have left the fault list or warning list you can view them at any time from the System Settings menu 975 0082 01 01 To view a fault list or warning list Warning M essages 1 On the Select Device menu highlight System and press Enter 2 On the System Settings menu highlight View Fault List or View Warning List 3 Press Enter Warning Messages Table 5 1 provides details and suggests action for Auto Gen Start warnings Table 5 1 Auto Gen Start warning messages generator run time reached Reset AGS Mode its maximum allowable time The Auto Gen Start has stopped the generator and changed the AGS Mode to ManualOff Warning Self Number Message clearing Cause Action W200 Generator was No Generator was stopped by Acknowledge the warning stopped manually an external Manual Off To resume automatic starts switch and stops change the Auto Gen Start mode to Auto W201 Generator was No Generator was started by Acknowledge the warning started manually an external Manual On To resume automatic starts switch and stops change the Auto Gen Start mode to Auto W202 Unable to start Yes The Auto Gen Start tried No action required The generator AGS will but could not start the Auto Gen Start will try to try again generator start the generator again until it reaches the maximum number of start tries W203 Manual Off
27. your generator for only one season a year setting an exercise period is recommended If you run your generator frequently throughout the year you may not need to set an exercise period Set Exercise Per to 0 Important Consult your generator manual or a service representative from your generator s manufacturer for the recommended exercise period Exercise Duration in minutes 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 Values Default Imin to 250min 30min You must set the Exercise Duration when you have set the Exercise Period to anything other than 0 Off 975 0082 01 01 Exercise Time Purpose When to use Outcomes Relay3 Purpose When to use 975 0082 01 01 The Auto Gen Start M enu Important Ensure that you do not set Exercise Duration for longer than Max Run Time Attempting to do so will generate a warning on the System Control Panel Important Consult your generator manual or a service representative from your generator s manufacturer for the recommended exercise duration Exercise Time allows you to set the time of day that the Auto Gen Start exercises the generator This setting also requires you to set an Exercise Period and an Exercise Duration Values Default 12 00AM to 11 50PM 12 hour clock 9 00AM 00 00 to 23 50 24
28. Absorb setting if your batteries are not being charged enough before the Auto Gen Start stops the generator because of battery voltage or state of charge Configuration Outcomes Stop Float Full name Purpose When to use In power systems with long cables between the batteries and the inverter charger over 10 feet 3 m the measured battery voltage can be a poor indicator of battery condition In such cases the batteries are more assured of a full charge if the generator runs until the charger reaches the Absorb stage rather than waiting until the charger charges the batteries to the voltage you may have set for StopBattV see page 3 22 For more information on battery charging see your inverter charger operation guide If you enable the Auto Gen Start to stop the generator at the Absorption stage it will stop the generator if it has been started automatically by the Battery Voltage StartV 30sec StartV 15min StartV 2hr and StartV 24hr or State of Charge settings If you do not set Stop Absorb to On the Auto Gen Start will not stop the 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 voltage Stop at Float Charge Stage The Stop Float setting allows you to set the Auto Gen Start to stop the generator when
29. Absorb Basic Menu Exercise Per Stop Float Items do not appear if DC Monitor is not installed Exercise Dur Exercise Time Relay3 Run Hold Time Crank Time Crank Retry Time Preheat Time Start Tries AGS Device Info View Fault Log View Warning Log View Event Log Restore Defaults Figure 3 5 Auto Gen Start menu contents 3 6 975 0082 01 01 The Auto Gen Start M enu The Auto Gen Start basic menu The Auto Gen Start basic menu lists settings you may have to adjust routinely The System Control Panel displays the Auto Gen Start basic menu by default If you would like additional control over automatic generator starting you can find 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 settings as part of regular operation The Auto Gen Start basic menu consists of the following items e Gen Status status item e Gen Trigger status item e AGS Mode e QT Enable e QT Begin e QT End e Start SOC e Start DCV e Enable Temp1 e Enable Temp e Gen Type You can record any settings you change in the User Settings table on page 3 36 975 0082 01 01 3 7 Configuration Gen Status Full name Purpose Gen Trigger Purpose 3 8 Generator Operating Status Gen Status r
30. Default Os to 250s increments of 1s 40s When to use This setting is automatically configured when you select a Gen Type for your generator You should manually set Crank Retry Time if you need to customize your Gen Type on the advice of your generator 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 generators with glow plugs or fuel priming for gas generators The Preheat relay may be Relay 1 or Relay 3 depending on the Relay3 setting or the Gen Type selected Values Default Os to 250s increments of 1s Os When to use This setting is automatically configured when you select a Gen Type for your generator You should manually set Preheat Time if you need to customize your Gen Type on the advice of your generator manufacturer or authorized service personnel 975 0082 01 01 3 33 Configuration Start Tries When to use 3 34 Start Tries specifies how many times the Auto Gen Start will attempt to start the generator On the first start try the Auto Gen Start cranks the starter motor for the 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 Values Default 1 to 10 3 This setting is automatically configured when you select a G
31. Disable the Automatic Generator Start if the generator or vehicle equipped with the generator is in an enclosed building or area where the generator exhaust is not vented to the outside General Precautions 1 Before installing and using the Auto Gen Start read all appropriate sections of this guide 2 Ifthe Auto Gen Start is inoperative see Warranty and Product Information on page WA 1 3 Do not dismantle the Auto Gen Start it contains no user serviceable parts See Information About Your System on page WA 5 for instructions on obtaining service Protect the Auto Gen Start from rain snow spray and water 5 Disable the generator s starting circuit by disconnecting the starter battery spark plug et cetera before wiring this device 6 To reduce the risk of electrical shock put the Xantrex 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 battery to prevent accidental starting while performing maintenance vii Safety Explosive Gas Precautions AN WARNING Explosion hazard This equipment is not ignition protected To prevent fire or explosion do not install the Auto Gen Start in compartments containing flammable materials or in locations that require ignition protected equipment This includes any space containing gasoline powered machinery fue
32. ES WITHOUT LIMITING THE GENERALITY OF THE FOREGOING XANTREX MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES REGARDING THE USE OF THE XANTREX AUTOMATIC GENERATOR START IN CONNECTION WITH LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEMS OR OTHER MEDICAL EQUIPMENT OR DEVICES Return Material Authorization Policy Before returning a product directly to Xantrex you must obtain a Return Material Authorization RMA number and the correct factory Ship To address Products must also be shipped prepaid Product shipments will be refused and returned at your expense if they are unauthorized returned without an RMA number clearly marked on the outside of the shipping box if they are shipped collect or if they are shipped to the wrong location 975 0082 01 01 WA 3 Warranty and Return When you contact Xantrex to obtain service please have your instruction manual ready for reference and be prepared to supply e The serial number of your product e Information about the installation and use of the unit e Information about the failure and or reason for the return e A copy of your dated proof of purchase Record these details in Information About Your System on page WA 5 Return Procedure 1 Package the unit safely preferably using the original box and packing materials Please ensure that your product is shipped fully insured in the original packaging or equivalent This warranty will not apply where the product is damaged due to improper packaging 2 Include the followin
33. Ethernet system Equipment damage may result from attempting to connect these two different systems To connect the Auto Gen Start to a System Control Panel or another network enabled device plug a Xantrex network cable or equivalent from another device into one of the network connectors on the bottom panel of the Auto Gen Start See Figure 2 1 on page 2 4 If the Auto Gen Start is being installed on an existing Xanbus system the system must first be put into Safe mode See Changing System Modes on page 4 6 Depending on the layout of the Xanbus system you have the following options for the other network connector on the Auto Gen Start e A second network cable in a daisy chain network layout e A network terminator in a daisy chain network layout where the Auto Gen Start is the last device at one end of the network e Nothing in a multi drop backbone layout Verifying power is available When the Auto Gen Start has been installed properly the Power and Network indicator lights turn on If one or both lights are out check the network connections and ensure the network power supply is on 2 26 975 0082 01 01 Configuration Chapter 3 contains information and procedures for configuring the Automatic Generator Start It describes how you can view 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 discusse
34. GS Mode is a changeable setting that controls the current operating mode of the Auto Gen Start Value Description Automatic Automatic mode ManualOn Manual on mode ManualOff Manual off mode default mode You should change AGS Mode when you want to switch between automatic generator control and manual generator control When the Xanbus system powers up all network enabled devices the Auto Gen Start is in Manual Off mode To enable automatic generator starts you must put the Auto Gen Start in Automatic mode Automatic If you would like the Auto Gen Start to start and stop the generator automatically select Automatic The generator can start and stop automatically in response to low battery voltage low battery state of charge requires a DC Monitor in the Xanbus System AC loads 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 Begin on page 3 11 QT End on page 3 13 and Setting Quiet Time on page 4 3 A WARNING Fire and health hazard Running a generator in an enclosed space produces potentially lethal exhaust gases Before putting your RV or boat in storage disable the Auto Gen Start by putting the Xanbus system in Hibernate mode Do not leave a generator connected to an Auto Gen Start otherwise unattended Automatic mode ov
35. Gen Start considers the generator to be running and cranking can be stopped Some generators assert their run signal when they are being cranked but before they have started They also have varying 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 Values Default 0 0s to 20 0s increments of 0 5s 0 5s This setting is automatically configured when you select a Gen Type for your generator You should manually set Run Hold Time if you need to customize your Gen Type on the advice of your generator manufacturer or authorized service personnel Crank Time specifies the length of time the Start relay is engaged and cranking the starter motor for the first attempt to start the generator Values Default Os to 250s increments of 1s 30s This setting is automatically configured when you select a Gen Type for your generator You should manually set Crank Time if you need to customize your Gen Type on the advice of your generator manufacturer or authorized service personnel 975 0082 01 01 The Auto Gen Start M enu Crank Retry Time Purpose Crank Retry Time specifies the length of time the Start relay is engaged and cranking the starter motor for the second and subsequent attempts to start the generator in cases when the generator fails to start on the first attempt Values
36. QT Enable to On then set two times of the day or night a Quiet Time Begin time and a Quiet Time End time to define a time interval during which the generator will not run To disable the Quiet Time feature set QT Enable to Off When travelling between time zones ensure that you set the clock on the System Control Panel to your correct local time Otherwise your quiet time settings will come into effect too early or too late Quiet Time prevents the automatic starting of the generator regardless of battery condition If you need to set a quiet time that lasts overnight be aware that overnight battery drain can be significant Because you may need to use an inverter and batteries to supply 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 weather Set thermostats higher to prevent air conditioning coming on at night during warm weather Sometimes automatic start or automatic stop triggers may overlap with the beginning and end of quiet time Three different quiet time scenarios affect when the generator stops and starts 1 If quiet time begins after the Auto Gen Start has started the generator the generator will stop If the condition that started the generator is still present when quiet time ends the generator will restart 2 Ifa condition that requires starting the generato
37. SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD STIPULATED UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IN NO EVENT WILL XANTREX BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL DIRECT INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES LOSSES COSTS OR EXPENSES HOWEVER ARISING WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT INCLUDING WITHOUT RESTRICTION ANY ECONOMIC LOSSES OF ANY KIND ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY ANY PERSONAL INJURY ANY DAMAGE OR INJURY ARISING FROM OR AS A RESULT OF MISUSE OR ABUSE OR THE INCORRECT INSTALLATION INTEGRATION OR OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT Exclusions If this product is a consumer product federal law does not allow 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 Warranty Some states and provinces do not allow limitations or exclusions on implied warranties or on the duration of an implied warranty or on the limitation or exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation s or exclusion s may not apply to you This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights You may have other rights which may vary from state to state or province to province Warning Limitations On Use Please refer to your product manual for limitations on uses of the product SPECIFICALLY PLEASE NOTE THAT THE AUTOMATIC GENERATOR START SHOULD NOT BE USED IN CONNECTION WITH LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEMS OR OTHER MEDICAL EQUIPMENT OR DEVIC
38. Smart choice for power Owner s Guide Automatic Generator Start xanbus ENABLED www xantrex com xantrex Automatic Generator Start Owner s Guide About Xantrex Xantrex Technology Inc is a world leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with products from 50 watt mobile units to one MW utility scale systems for wind solar batteries fuel cells microturbines and backup power applications in both grid connected and stand alone systems Xantrex products include inverters battery chargers programmable power supplies and variable speed drives that convert supply control clean and distribute electrical power Trademarks Automatic Generator Start is a trademark of Xantrex International Xantrex and Xanbus are registered trademarks of Xantrex International Other trademarks registered trademarks and product names are the property of their respective owners 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 SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING XANTREX TECHNOLOGY INC XANTREX a MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION b ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE WHE
39. THER DIRECT INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL WHICH MIGHT ARISE OUT OF THE USE OF SUCH INFORMATION THE USE OF ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE ENTIRELY AT THE USER S RISK Date and Revision November 2004 Revision C Part Number 975 0082 01 01 Contact Information Telephone 1 800 670 0707 toll free North America 1 360 925 5097 direct Fax 1 800 994 7828 toll free North America 1 360 925 5143 direct Email customerservice xantrex com Web www xantrex com About This Guide Purpose Scope The purpose of this Owner s Guide is to provide explanations and procedures for installing operating maintaining and troubleshooting the Automatic Generator Start The Guide provides safety guidelines detailed planning and setup information procedures for installing the Automatic Generator Start as well as information about configuring operating and troubleshooting the unit This guide does not provide information about choosing a generator or operating a generator Firmware Revision Audience The information in this manual applies to firmware revision 1 03 00 Some Auto Gen Start features and functions described in this manual may be incompatible with earlier firmware revisions To view the firmware revision number of your product see page 4 8 The Guide is intended for anyone who needs to install and or operate the Automatic Generator Start Installers should be certified technicians or electricians About
40. This Guide Organization This Guide is organized into five chapters and three appendixes Chapter 1 Introduction introduces and describes features of the Automatic Generator Start Chapter 2 Installation contains planning information and procedures to install the Automatic Generator Start Chapter 3 Configuration provides information and procedures for configuring the Automatic Generator Start Chapter 4 Operation describes common tasks you may need to perform with the Automatic Generator Start Chapter 5 Troubleshooting contains information and procedures to troubleshoot the Automatic Generator Start Appendix A Specifications contains the electrical mechanical and environmental specifications for the Automatic Generator Start Appendix B Generator Auto Start Requirements and Types provides general information about generators that will work with the Automatic Generator Start Appendix C Relay Timing contains information about relay configuration and timing for each basic type of Auto Gen Start starting mode Warranty and Return Information contains the warranty for your Automatic Generator Start as well as instructions for returning the product for servicing 975 0082 01 01 About This Guide Conventions Used The following conventions are used in this guide WARNING Warnings identify conditions or practices that could result in personal inju
41. able 3 1 System Control Panel navigation buttons Number Button Function 1 Enter e Confirms selection of a menu item e Moves to the next screen 2 Up arrow e Scrolls up one line of text e Increases a selected value 3 Down arrow e Scrolls down one line of text e Decreases a selected value 4 Exit e Cancels selection of a menu item e Returns you to the previous screen Changing Auto Gen Start settings using the System Control Panel If you need to change an Auto Gen Start setting use the buttons on the System Control Panel to perform three basic steps 1 View the Select Device menu 2 Select the Auto Gen Start from the Select Device menu 3 Select and adjust a changeable setting on the Auto Gen Start menu Each of these three steps is described in detail in the following sections Viewing the Select 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 Xanbus system RS2000 F loat Battery Status 13 8V 65A 85 F Charger Output 13 5 65A P menu Figure 3 2 System screen example To view the Select Device menu On the System screen see Figure 3 2 press Enter 975 0082 01 01 3 3 Configuration Important You can always identify the System screen by the menu arrow in the bottom left corner of the screen The menu arrow indicate
42. ally running In this case the external on off LED and the Generator On light on the Auto Gen Start will turn on during the preheat stage and remain on when the generator is running For some generators these lights will also remain on for a period of time after the generator has stopped 975 0082 01 01 Installing the Auto Gen Start 2K WW D lt START PUSH BUTTON H11A817 7 oe 2K WN ong t l STOP PUSH BUTTON H11A817 8 ge 5K11 Yz K 9 Ce EXTERNAL LED H11A817 10 E P 12V oR 24V W EXTERNAL LED S 11 13 GROUND Figure 2 12 External on off switch and LED wiring diagram Connecting the wiring harness to the Auto Gen Start After all the external connections have been wired to the wiring harness the connector on the wiring harness must be plugged into the 20 contact 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 the 20 contact connector on the Auto Gen Start until the tab clicks into place 975 0082 01 01 Installation Connecting the control panel and other network enabled devices AN CAUTION Equipment damage Connect only to other Xanbus enabled devices Although the cabling and connectors used in this network system are the same as Ethernet connectors this network is not an
43. an Identification 975 0082 01 01 The three wire Onan starting type is suitable for generators that are not as automated as the two wire type It requires a minimum of three wires a common wire a start wire and a stop wire You may also need to connect the glow plug wires to Relay 1 wire 14 or Relay 3 wire 19 If the generator requires independent control of the glow plugs power may also need to be run to Relay 3 wire 20 Generators of this type are controlled with a three position switch that is normally in a center or neutral position To start the generator the switch is pressed and held to the start position until the generator starts The switch is then released and it returns to the center position To stop the generator the switch is pressed and held to the stop position until the generator stops Again releasing the switch returns it to the center position B 3 Generator Auto Start Requirements and Types Connection The common wire from the generator should connect to the common connections of both Relay 1 and Relay 2 wires 16 and 18 respectively The start wire from the generator connects to the normally open contact of Relay 2 and the generator stop wire connects to the normally open contact of Relay 1 Three Wire Automotive Identification Connection B 4 The third generator starting type that is supported by the AGS is similar to an automotive style ignition In this style the generator use
44. and activity to other Xanbus enabled devices You can configure and monitor the Auto Gen Start and every Xanbus enabled device in the system using a single System Control Panel Xanbus enabled products are e Easy to use The Xanbus system simplifies operation and automates routine tasks e Reliable Software control eliminates errors due to analog signalling e Accurate Digital information is less susceptible to interference and line loss e Upgradable Firmware upgrades mean your purchase will remain up to date For detailed instructions and a complete list of Xanbus enabled devices visit our website at www xantrex com 975 0082 01 01 Features Generator starting Generator compatibility Programmable features Status reporting Installation options 975 0082 01 01 Features The Auto Gen Start can automatically start a generator in response to e low battery voltage e low battery capacity state of charge e high inverter load e a thermostat signal e a pre programmed exercise period You can also use the Auto Gen Start to manually start and stop the generator at any time The Auto Gen Start supports two and three wire generator starters It starts generators made by Onan Quiet Diesel gasoline and LP Power Tech Generac Martin Kohler Honda Yamaha and others Quiet Time The Auto Gen Start also features a quiet time setting which prevents the generator starting at night or during other
45. and length on page 2 7 Xantrex network cables or equivalent Network terminators if required Phillips screwdriver Wire cutters OMOoOdaaAaaa a Oo Wire strippers 2 2 975 0082 01 01 Choosing a location Routing the connections Preparing an Installation The Auto Gen Start should be installed in a location that meets the following requirements Dry Cool Safe Close to generator The unit is intended for use in a dry location The Auto Gen Start complies with UL458 Marine Supplement drip test requirements but the location should be as dry as possible The Auto Gen Start operates between 4 and 122 F 20 and 50 C The Auto Gen Start is not ignition protected Do not install it in areas requiring ignition protected equipment such as compartments housing gasoline engines Avoid excessive wire lengths and use the recommended wire lengths and sizes see Wire size and length 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 compartment as a gasoline powered generator A WARNING Explosion hazard This equipment is not ignition protected To prevent fire or explosion do not install the Auto Gen Start in compartments containing flammable materials or in locations that require ignition protected equipment This includes any space containing gasoline
46. anually or connect to another AC input source Configuration Enable Temp2 Full name Purpose Gen Type Full name Purpose Enable Thermostat 2 Enable Temp2 is intended to be used when the Auto Gen Start is connected to a second thermostat All information and procedures for Enable Temp1 also apply for Enable Temp2 Values Default On Off Off disabled Generator type Gen Type is a changeable setting for selecting the starting requirements of your generator The starting requirements determine how the Auto Gen Start must be wired to the generator s starting system For more information see Connecting the generator on page 2 9 or Appendix B Important You can only change Gen Type after you have put the system into Safe mode See Changing System Modes on page 4 6 Description Option Configuration Mode Type 1 General GlowStop Type 2 Onan Diesel Default GlowStop with no preheat Type 3 General GlowStop with shutdown bypass Type 4 Guardian Generac Gas StartStop with Relay 3 prime Type 5 Guardian Generac Diesel StartStop with Relay 3 preheat Type 6 Yamaha GlowStop with normally closed RunStop contact Type 7 Generac Backup Run with preheat Renewable Type 8 Northern Lights and Fisher Run with no preheat Panda Type 9 Westerbeke StartStop with Relay 3 preheat and shutdown bypass 975 0082 01 01 When to use Outcom
47. at to On the Auto Gen Start will not stop the 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 voltage Configuration Generator Configuration menu The Generator Configuration AGS Gen Config menu contains additional options for configuring the Auto Gen Start for your make and model of generator The items on this menu include the settings you automatically select when you select a Gen Type see Gen Type on page 3 16 This menu also allows you to set the generator exercise period The Generator Configuration menu contains the following items e Starter Cool Down e Max Run Time e Exercise Per e Exercise Dur e Exercise Time e Relay3 e Run Hold Time e Crank Time e Crank Retry Time e Preheat Time e Start Tries Starter Cool Down Purpose The Starter Cool Down setting allows you to set an interval between start attempts if the generator fails to start on the first attempt This time period allows the start motor to cool sufficiently before the Auto Gen Start signals it to begin cranking again Values Default 1s to 250s increments of 1s 60s When to use This setting is automatically configured when you select a Gen Type for your generator You should manually set Start
48. ation is intended for Westerbeke generators AGS wiring harness Generator wires 12 GEN RUN SIGNAL 13 GROUND a oo TA 14 STOP 16 TAE 17 START Relay 2 18 Retay3 Ome 19 ny PREHEAT amp SHUTDOWN BYPASS Relay 3 12V GENERATOR BATTERY Complete overcurrent protection not shown Refer to page 2 6 Figure 2 10 Type 9 connection diagram Table 2 10 Type 9 relay and timing preset configurations Relay 1 mode StartStop Relay 3 mode Shutdown Bypass Gen Run signal hold time 0 55 Preheat time Os Preheat to crank delay Os Crank time 15s Crank retry time 30s Shutdown bypass time 5s Start tries 3 2 18 975 0082 01 01 Installing the Auto Gen Start Type 10 Type 10 is a StartStop mode configuration with no preheat signal or shutdown bypass functionality AGS wiring harness Generator wires 2 GEN RUN SIGNAL 13 GROUND Retay STOP Relay 1 16 o 17 START Relay 2 18 Complete overcurrent protection Figure 2 11 Type 10 connection diagram not shown Refer to page 2 6 Table 2 11 Type 10 relay and timing preset configurations Relay 1 mode StartStop Relay 3 mode No function Gen Run signal hold time 0 55 Preheat time Os Preheat to crank delay Os Crank time 15s Crank retry time 30s Shutdown bypass time Os Start tries 3 975 0082 01 01 2 19 Installation Type 11 Type 11 is a two wire run mode configuration
49. bout the Automatic Generator Start 1 2 Features 2 2 ee 1 3 System Requirements 1 4 Front and Bottom Panel 1 5 Front panel 1 5 Bottom panel 1 6 Xanbus System Components 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 the 20 contact connector 2 6 Connecting the generator 2 9 Typel 2 10 Type2 2 11 Type3 2 12 Type4 2 13 Type5 2 14 Type6 2 15 Type7
50. certified to CSA107 1 01 and UL 458 4th Ed including the Marine Supplement EMC FCC part 15B Class B Industry Canada ICES 0003 Class B rs ns 7 y _ E 5 xantrex i O Power Generator On O Network 3 75 95 2 81 71 LI Fault J L fe eal f Automatic Generator Start 4 0 125 3 TYP 4 92 125 1 46 37 5 75 146 ALL DIMENSIONS IN INCHES mm Figure A 1 Auto Gen Start dimensions 975 0082 01 01 A 3 Generator Auto Start Requirements and Types Appendix B des Bae the generator requi starting types tha i n be used with the Au ite Gen ta Generator Auto Start Requirements and Types Recommended Features In order for the generator to be automatically started by the Auto Gen Start it must include electric start and an automatic choke An automatic primer system may also be required on natural gas and propane powered generators The generator should also include remote start ability with accessible remote start terminals or a connector Protective systems for low oil pressure over temperature starter lockout and over crank control are valuable features that will prevent generator damage and increase system reliability 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 Starting Types The Auto Gen Start supports three major generator starting types e T
51. charged the batteries See page 3 15 See page 3 16 Enable Inverter Load Start and Stop Triggers Enable Load is a changeable setting that enables or disables the Start on Inverter Load Current and Stop on Inverter Load Current functionality of the Auto Gen Start See Start Load and Stop Load on page 3 25 Enable Load applies only when the Auto Gen Start is in Automatic mode Value Description On Off Enable or disable the Start on Inverter Load Current and Stop on Inverter Load Current functionality When you need to use the Auto Gen Start Start Load Start on Inverter Load Current feature set Enable Load to On then check or reset the values you have set for Start Load and Stop Load Configuration Outcomes Start Load Full name Purpose When to use Outcomes Selecting On enables the Start on Inverter Load Current Start Load and Stop on Inverter Load Current Stop Load functionality If the Auto Gen Start is in Automatic mode and Enable Load is set to On the Auto Gen Start stops and starts the generator according to the values you have set for Start Load and Stop Load Selecting Off disables the Start on Inverter Load Current and Stop on Inverter Load Current functionality When Enable Load is set to Off the Auto Gen Start ignores the values you have set for Start Load and Stop Load Start on Inverter L
52. e 2 hours StartV 2hr is a changeable setting that enables the Auto Gen Start to start the generator whenever the battery voltage reaches a pre set voltage for longer than 2 hours This setting requires you to set either a Stopping Battery Voltage or a Stop at Charge Stage setting Values Default Off 4 0V to 60 0V Off disabled Configuration StartV 24hr Full name Purpose StopBattV Full name Purpose When to use If the Auto Gen Start is set to Automatic mode then the Auto Gen Start will start the generator when the system battery voltage as measured by the inverter charger falls below the StartV 2hr setting for 2 hours See StartV 15min for more information Starting Battery Voltage 24 hours StartV 24hr is a changeable setting that enables the Auto Gen Start to start the generator whenever the battery voltage reaches a pre set voltage for longer than 24 hours This setting requires you to set either StopBattV or a Stop at Charge Stage setting Stop Float or Stop Absorb Values Default Off 4 0V to 60 0V Off disabled If the Auto Gen Start is set to Automatic mode then the Auto Gen Start will start 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 Stopping Battery Voltage StopBattV is a changeable s
53. e before performing diagnostics and software upgrades If the Auto Gen Start is powered off while in Safe mode it will be in Safe mode when it is powered on again Important If Auto Gen Start Fault 201 Unable to stop gen is active you cannot put the Auto Gen Start into Safe mode Before you can enter Safe mode you must stop the generator via its external switch and clear the fault 4 7 Operation Hibernate mode Characteristics Hibernate mode removes power from the Auto Gen Start and all Xanbus enabled devices on the Xanbus system The Auto Gen Start suspends all operations including starting and stopping the generator until power is restored to the network Important Put the system into Hibernate mode before putting your RV or boat in storage This will prevent the Auto Gen Start from starting the generator while unattended If there are active faults in the system you cannot put the system into Hibernate mode Clear any active faults correct the condition that caused the fault then put the system into Hibernate mode Restoring Once the system is in Hibernate mode you must restore power to the power network manually If an inverter charger supplies power to the network you can bring the system out of Hibernate mode either by pressing the reset button on the inverter charger front panel or by applying AC input to the inverter charger with utility power or generator power Viewing the Firmware Rev
54. ect Manual On Selecting Manual On mode overrides the automatic start settings and manually starts the generator The generator will run until it is manually stopped or until it reaches its Auto Gen Start defined Maximum Run Time see Max Run Time on page 3 29 Manual Off When you need to manually stop the generator select Manual off Selecting Manual Off mode overrides the automatic stop settings and manually stops the generator You must select Manual Off to stop the generator when the generator has been started manually The Auto Gen Start will not automatically start the generator again until you select Automatic Important The Auto Gen Start mode must be set to Manual Off before you change any start trigger parameters 975 0082 01 01 QT Enable Full name Purpose When to use Outcomes QT Begin Full name Purpose When to use 975 0082 01 01 The Auto Gen Start M enu Quiet Time Enable QT Enable enables or disables the Quiet Time functionality of the Auto Gen Start QT Enable applies only when the Auto Gen Start is in Automatic mode Value Description On Off Enable or disable the Quiet Time functionality When you need to use the Auto Gen Start Quiet Time feature set QT Enable to On then check or reset the times you have set for QT Begin and QT End When you have no preferences or restrictions for when the generator should run set QT Enable to O
55. ectronic signal disruption W501 AGS has fixed No The Auto Gen Start Acknowledge the warning memory problem encountered an internal and reset configurable and restored default memory problem upon settings if necessary settings startup To remain operational the Auto Gen Start restored its default settings Fault Messages When the Auto Gen Start detects a fault condition it stops the generator The red Fault light also comes on and the System Control Panel displays a fault message The Auto Gen Start remembers the AGS Mode that it was in at the time it detected the fault After you have cleared the fault the Auto Gen Start returns to its last known AGS Mode 975 0082 01 01 5 5 Troubleshooting Table 5 2 Auto Gen Start fault messages Fault Self Number Message clearing Cause Action F200 Exceeded max No The Auto Gen Start has tried Check the generator s fuel number of start and failed to start the level and start battery tries Check gen generator To prevent draining condition Consult clear fault the start battery the Auto Gen generator manual Start will suspend further start Clear fault on System attempts Control Panel screen to allow retry F201 Unable to stop No The Auto Gen Start has lost Change the Auto Gen gen Stop gen via contact with the generator or Start mode to Manual Off its control panel the generator did not stop afte
56. egative of the power source must be connect to the other contact of the switch Wire number Function Wiring harness wire color 7 External manual on input White Green 8 External manual off input White Red 9 External On Off LED Indicator White Blue output 10 Constant 12 24 V B for Red External On Off LED Indicator 11 External On Off LED Indicator Black return Multiple control panels or simple contact closures can be wired to the external manual on off inputs The Auto Gen Start detects if any of the contacts close and will change its operating mode to External Manual On or External Manual Off for more information see AGS Mode on page 3 9 The Auto Gen Start turns the generator on or off according to these inputs and the resulting operating mode change Unlike the Manual On or Manual Off operating modes you can enter by using the System Control Panel the External Manual On and External Manual Off states are not affected by 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 accompany a remote external on off switch This light turns on when the generator run signal is active to visually indicate that the generator is running Important With some generators the generator run signal becomes active during the preheat stage before the generator is actu
57. en Start In Operating mode the Auto Gen Start communicates on the network responds to signal input and can start and stop the generator automatically Operating mode includes all the AGS Modes described on page 3 9 of the Configuration chapter Whenever the Auto Gen Start is powered on it is in Operating mode with the AGS Mode in ManualOff Power Save mode Characteristics Safe mode Characteristics When to use 975 0082 01 01 Power Save mode minimizes power draw by the Auto Gen Start and other devices on the Xanbus system Power Save mode stops all communication on the network putting the system to sleep until it receives a command to wake up again In Power Save mode the generator stops and the Auto Gen Start cannot start it manually or automatically For more information about Power Save mode see the System Control Panel Owner s Guide Selecting Safe mode stops the generator if it is running and puts the Auto Gen Start and every Xanbus enabled device in power system into Safe mode While in Safe mode the Auto Gen Start listens to and reports its status to the network However it will not start the generator manually or automatically while in Safe mode Before changing the Gen Type setting see page 3 16 you must put the system into Safe mode Use Safe mode when adding or removing devices from the network Authorized service personnel must also put the system into Safe mod
58. en Type for your generator You should manually set Start Tries if you need to customize your Gen Type on the advice of your generator manufacturer or authorized service personnel 975 0082 01 01 The Auto Gen Start M enu AGS Device Info menu View Fault Log Purpose When to use The Device Info menu allows you to view the Fault Warning and Event logs On the Device Info menu you can also restore the default settings for the Auto Gen Start The Fault Log displays the last 20 Auto Gen Start faults for your reference You may need to consult the Fault Log when troubleshooting or before seeking technical assistance View Warning Log Purpose When to use View Event Log Purpose Restore Defaults Purpose When to use 975 0082 01 01 The Warning Log displays the last 20 Auto Gen Start warnings for your reference You may need to consult the Warning Log when troubleshooting or before seeking technical assistance The Event Log displays the last 20 Auto Gen Start events for your reference Events can include e Starting and stopping the generator e Trigger events e Changing the system mode e Changing the system clock e Commands to restore the default settings The Restore Defaults command restores the default settings for all configurable items on the Auto Gen Start menu Use the Restore Defaults command after installing a new generator or if an authorized service person advises you to
59. enerator If the generator has still not stopped at the end of the third attempt the appropriate Fault will be generated e 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 Stop Relay1 Stop Start Shutdown Relay2 Start Cranking Delay Relay3 Preheat Glow Preheat Za ee ai amp Shutdown Bypass Figure C 5 PulseStop mode timing diagram Stop i xi fo ei isi i f 1 en 1 1G 1 iG y Wat i Wait i Wait i i Relay Stop Stop Stop fStop oa Pulse Pulse Pulse Figure C 6 PulseStop mode Relay 1 behavior 975 0082 01 01 Warranty and Return Information Warranty What does this warranty cover This Limited Warranty is provided by Xantrex Technology Inc Xantrex and covers defects in workmanship and materials in your Automatic Generator Start This warranty period lasts for 12 months from the date of purchase at the point of sale to you the original end user customer You require proof of purchase to make warranty claims This Limited Warranty is transferable to subsequent owners but only for the unexpired portion of the Warranty Period Subsequent owners also require proof of purchase What will Xantrex do Xantrex will at its option repair or replace the defective product free of charge provided that you notify Xantrex of the product defect within the War
60. enu contains settings that can give you even more control over automatic generator starts and stops To view the Auto Gen Start advanced menu on the System Control Panel see page 4 5 In addition to several items from the basic menu the Auto Gen Start advanced menu contains the following sub menus and commands e Configure Triggers e Configure Gen e View Device Info e Basic Menu Configure Triggers Purpose Configure Gen Full name Purpose View Device Info Purpose Basic Menu Purpose Selecting Configure Triggers takes you to the AGS Triggers menu for further configuration of Auto Gen Start 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 Configure Generator Selecting Configure Gen takes you to the AGS Gen Cfg menu where you can adjust settings related to your generator s operating requirements For more information see Generator Configuration menu on page 3 28 Selecting View Device Info takes you to the Device Info menu where you can view Fault Warning and Event logs and restore Auto Gen Start default settings For more information see AGS Device Info menu on page 3 35 Selecting Basic Menu returns the Auto Gen Start advanced menu to its basic format 975 0082 01 01 The Au
61. eports the current operating state of the generator You cannot adjust any Gen Status values Value Description On The generator is running Off The generator is not running Fault A fault condition exists The Auto Gen Start is not controlling the 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 and Troubleshooting on page 5 1 Gen Trigger reports the source of the active generator start trigger Start triggers can include battery voltage inverter load battery state of charge thermostat triggers or exercise period You cannot adjust any Gen Trigger values Value Description NotOn Generator is not running LowBattV Preset minimum battery voltage with associated time delay CntctClosed Activated thermostat 1 or 2 BattSOCLow Preset minimum battery state of charge ACTHigh Preset maximum inverter load current Exercise Preset exercise period exercise time and exercise duration ManualOn Started manually using System Control Panel ExtOnviaAGS Started by external switch connected to Auto Gen Start ExtOnviaGen Started by switch connected to generator UnableToStop Auto Gen Start has lost control of the running generator 975 0082 01 01 AGS Mode Purpose When to use The Auto Gen Start M enu A
62. er This procedure causes advanced menus to be displayed for all devices on the Xanbus system You can return to displaying the basic menu for the Auto Gen Start by selecting Basic Menu on the Auto Gen Start menu 4 5 Operation Changing System Modes The system modes described in this section affect the behavior of the Auto Gen Start and every Xanbus enabled device in the system You will have to change the system mode when setting a Generator Type travelling putting your vehicle in storage or when installing a new Xanbus enabled device The system modes you can select are e Operating e Power Save e Safe e 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 view the System Settings menu 1 On the Select Device menu use the down arrow button to highlight System see Figure 4 1 2 Press Enter The System Settings menu appears To change the System mode 1 On the System Settings menu with Desired Mode highlighted press Enter System Settings Mode Operating ESTEE Operating Global Menus Advanced View Fault List Figure 4 2 Changing the system mode 2 Use the up or down arrow button to selected the desired system mode 3 Press Enter 4 6 975 0082 01 01 Changing System M odes Operating mode Characteristics Operating mode is the default mode of the Auto G
63. er Cool Down if you need to customize your Gen Type on the advice of your generator manufacturer or authorized service personnel 3 28 975 0082 01 01 Max Run Time Full name Purpose When to use Exercise Per Full name Purpose 975 0082 01 01 The Auto Gen Start M enu Maximum Generator Run Time The Max Run Time setting allows you to set a limit on how long the generator will run This setting overrides any automatic start triggers For example if the generator starts in response to low battery voltage and your batteries are not fully charged before Max Run Time is reached the generator will stop In addition when the generator is started manually from the System Control Panel the generator will stop when Max Run Time is reached When started with an external manual on off switch the generator will not stop when it reaches Max Run Time You must stop the generator with the external manual on off switch or by using the System Control Panel to change the AGS Mode 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 pressing Enter on the System Control Panel Values Default 2hours to 8hours increments of 1hour 3hours You should adjust Max Run Time if you find that the maximum generator run time e exceeds the fuel capacity
64. er to select the value 5 Ifyou have another setting to change return to step 1 Or If you have no more settings to change press Exit twice to return to the System screen The Auto Gen Start Menu Basic menu Advanced menu 975 0082 01 01 The Auto Gen Start menu contains status information and settings You can display the Auto Gen Start menu in two formats basic and advanced The basic menu contains settings you may have to adjust routinely The System Control Panel shows the basic menu by default The advanced menu contains several sub menus that include all items on the basic menu as well as additional configurable settings These sub menus are e AGS Triggers menu see page 3 19 e Generator Configuration menu see page 3 28 e Device Info screens see page 3 35 On the advanced menu you can also return to the basic menu format To view the advanced menu see page 4 5 3 5 Configuration BASIC MENU ADVANCED MENU Auto Gen Start Auto Gen Start AGS Triggers Gen Status Gen Status Start SOC Gen Trigger Gen State Stop SOC AGS Mode Gen Trigger StartV 30sec QT Enable AGS Mode StartV 15min QT Begin QT Enable StartV 2hr QT End QT Begin Ta tart S0C oreng Enable Temp1 Start DCV Gen Type Enable Temp2 Enable Temp1 Configure Triggers Enable Load Enable Temp2 Configure Gen AGS Gen Config Start Load Gen Type Clear Faults Starter Cool Down Stop Load Clear Faults View Device Info Max Run Time Stop
65. er you have put the system into Safe mode See Changing System Modes on page 4 6 This section describes the generator configurations and provides diagrams for connecting the wiring harness to the generator s start wiring Note For an explanation of the terminology used in the following section refer to Appendix B Generator Auto Start Requirements and Types For more information about Auto Gen Start internal relay activity and timing see Appendix C Relay Timing 2 9 Installation Type 1 Type 1 is a three wire GlowStop configuration recommended for three wire generators with glow plugs that need to be operated before a start is attempted AGS wiring harness Generator wires 12 GEN RUN SIGNAL 13 GROUND STOP PREHEAT een Relay 1 16 ee a START Relay 2 18 Complete overcurrent protection not shown Refer to page 2 6 Figure 2 3 Type 1 connection diagram Table 2 2 Type 1 relay and timing preset configurations Relay 1 mode GlowStop Relay 3 mode No function Gen Run signal hold time 0 55 Preheat time 20s Preheat to crank delay ls Crank time 15s Crank retry time 30s Shutdown bypass time Os Start tries 3 2 10 975 0082 01 01 Type 2 Installing the Auto Gen Start Type 2 is a three wire GlowStop configuration recommended for three wire generators that don t require a dedicated preheat signal such as Onan generators In this
66. errides 975 0082 01 01 When the Auto Gen Start is in Automatic mode several settings and conditions override automatic start and stop triggers These overrides include in order of priority e Faults The Auto Gen Start stops the generator when a fault occurs 3 9 Configuration e External Shutdown When the Auto Gen Start is connected to a sensor or meter a moisture detector for example wired to contacts 5 and 6 of the 20 contact connector it stops the generator when the device is activated See Connecting an external shutdown optional on page 2 23 e External On Off tThe generator is manually started or stopped with a switch wired to contacts 7 and 8 of the 20 contact connector See Connecting an external manual on off switch optional on page 2 23 When started with an external manual on off switch the generator will not stop when it reaches Max Run Time You must stop the generator using the external manual on off switch e Max Run Time When the generator has exceeded its maximum 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 pressing Enter on the System Control Panel See Max Run Time on page 3 29 e Manual On The generator is started by selecting Manual On mode e Manual Off The generator is stopped by selecting Manual Off mode Manual On When you need to manually start the generator sel
67. es Clear Faults Purpose 975 0082 01 01 The Auto Gen Start M enu Description Option Configuration Mode Type 10 General StartStop Type 11 Kohler MomentaryRun Type 12 Onan Propane GlowStop with no preheat Type 13 PowerTech Diesel PulseStop with Relay 3 preheat Use this setting after installing the Auto Gen Start Selecting a suitable Gen Type automatically configures the Auto Gen Start to work with the ignition system and starting requirements of your generator If you are not sure of your generator s requirements please consult your generator manual or contact your generator s manufacturer Selecting a Gen Type from the list automatically configures the following settings e Preheat time e Preheat end to crank delay time e Crank time e Crank retry time e Starter cooldown time e Generator Run Signal hold time e 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 available on the Auto Gen Start advanced menu using information from your generator manufacturer Clear Faults clears all active Auto Gen Start faults To clear the active faults highlight Clear Faults and press Enter For more information about how the Auto Gen Start treats faults and fault messages see Faults and Warnings on page 5 2 Configuration Auto Gen Start advanced menu The Auto Gen Start advanced m
68. etting that allows the Auto Gen Start to stop the generator whenever the battery voltage reaches a pre set DC voltage This setting requires you to set a Starting Battery Voltage also See StartV 30sec StartV 15min StartV 2hr and StartV 24hr Values Default Off disabled Off 14 0V to 60 0V increments of 0 1V Use the StopBattV setting when you have enabled and set a Starting Battery Voltage setting The StopBattV setting is most useful when you want the inverter charger to give the batteries a quick basic charge To give the batteries a more complete consistent charge use the Stop Float setting 975 0082 01 01 Stopping conditions Outcomes Enable Temp1 Enable Temp2 Enable Load Full name Purpose When to use 975 0082 01 01 The Auto Gen Start M enu Whenever the generator starts automatically based on the Starting Battery Voltage it will shut off once the Stopping Battery Voltage has been reached If Stop Float or Stop Absorb have been enabled the Auto Gen Start will stop the generator if the Float or Absorption stages of the battery charging have begun Actual battery voltage can be monitored from the System screen on the System Control Panel If you set StopBattV too high the generator may run for too long If you set StopBattV too low the Auto Gen Start will stop the generator before the inverter charger has
69. ff Selecting On enables the Quiet Time feature If the Auto Gen Start is in Automatic mode the Auto Gen Start stops and starts the generator according to the times you have set for QT Begin and QT End Selecting Off disables the Quiet Time 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 day or night in response to battery voltage battery state of charge inverter load thermostat triggers and exercise time Quiet Time Begin QT Begin is a changeable setting that defines the start of quiet time This setting also requires you to set QT End Value Description 12 00AM to 11 59PM _ At the time you set for QT Begin the generator will 12 hour clock stop if it is running and not be able to start again 00 00 to 23 59 until the time you set for QT End It ignores all 24 hour clock automatic start triggers during the time period between QT Begin and QT End QT Begin functions only if the Auto Gen Start is in Automatic mode 3 11 Configuration Time zone Battery drain Outcomes 3 12 Use the Quiet Time feature to ensure that the generator will not run during the night or to comply with Quiet Time guidelines at RV parks and campgrounds To use the Auto Gen Start Quiet Time feature first set
70. g e The RMA number supplied by Xantrex Technology Inc clearly marked on the outside of the box e A return address where the unit can be shipped Post office boxes are not acceptable e Acontact telephone number where you can be reached during work hours e A brief description of the problem 3 Ship the unit prepaid to the address provided by your Xantrex customer service representative If you are returning a product from 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 Xantrex Authorized Service Center ASC A Xantrex return material authorization RMA number is not required However you must contact the ASC prior to returning the product or presenting the unit to verify any return procedures that may apply to that particular facility Out of Warranty Service If the warranty period for your Automatic Generator Start has expired if the unit was damaged by misuse or incorrect installation if other conditions of the warranty have not been met or if no dated proof of purchase is available your product may be serviced or replaced for a flat fee To return your Automatic Generator Start for out of warranty service contact Xantrex Customer Service for a Return Material Authorization RMA number and follow the other steps outlined in Return Procedure on page WA 4 Payment option
71. ggers 3 18 Crank Retry Time 3 33 Crank Time 3 32 Customer Service preparing to call WA 5 D DC Monitor 1 4 3 9 3 13 3 14 3 19 3 20 3 21 default settings restoring 3 35 Device Info 3 18 Device Info menu 3 35 displaying 3 18 Down arrow button 3 3 electrical specifications A 2 Enable Load 3 23 Enable Temp 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 wire 2 8 2 24 external on off LED 2 24 external shutdown switch connecting to wiring harness 2 23 input and return 2 8 2 23 F Fault light 1 5 Fault Log 3 35 fault messages acknowledging 5 2 clearing 5 2 reference table 5 5 firmware revision number iii 4 8 front panel features 1 5 G Gen Status 3 8 Gen Type 3 16 generator auto start requirements B 1 connector 1 6 type 3 16 Generator On light 1 5 generator run signal 2 8 generator starting modes glowstop C 4 momentary run C 3 pulsestop C 5 run C 2 startstop C 4 H Hibernate mode 4 8 Index Information about Your System form WA 5 M manual off mode 3 10 manual on mode 3 10 Max Run Time 3 29 mechanical specifications A 2 modes 4 6 momentary run mode C 3 network connector 1 6 Network light 1 5 network power consumption 1 4 network
72. he product if it has been subjected to fire water generalized corrosion biological infestations or input voltage that creates operating conditions beyond the maximum or minimum limits listed in the Xantrex product specifications including high input voltage from generators and lightning strikes c the product if repairs have been done to it other than by Xantrex or its authorized service centers hereafter ASCs d the product if it is used as a component part of a product expressly warranted by another manufac turer e the product if its original identification trade mark serial number markings have been defaced altered or removed WA 2 975 0082 01 01 Warranty and Return Disclaimer Product THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY PROVIDED BY XANTREX IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR XANTREX PRODUCT AND IS WHERE PERMITTED BY LAW IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES CONDITIONS GUARANTEES REPRESENTATIONS OBLIGATIONS AND LIABILITIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT HOWEVER ARISING WHETHER BY CONTRACT TORT NEGLIGENCE PRINCIPLES OF MANUFACTURER S LIABILITY OPERATION OF LAW CONDUCT STATEMENT OR OTHERWISE INCLUDING WITHOUT RESTRICTION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF QUALITY MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT REQUIRED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW TO APPLY TO THE PRODUCT
73. ing the Auto Gen Start involves the following steps 1 2 Mounting the unit Connecting the wiring harness to e the generator page 2 9 e thermostats optional page 2 23 e external shutdown switch optional page 2 23 e external on off switch and LED optional page 2 23 Connecting the wiring harness to the 20 contact connector on the Auto Gen Start Connecting the Auto Gen Start to the System Control Panel and other network enabled devices page 2 26 Note Because each installation varies according to the location the type of generator and the overall complexity of the Xanbus system these instructions can offer only general guidelines for the many installation options available Mounting the unit The Auto Gen Start is to be mounted vertically on a wall with the connectors facing downwards WARNING Shock hazard Before installing the Auto Gen Start as part of a pre existing Xanbus system put the system in Safe mode in order to disable the electrical operation of networked devices See Changing System Modes on page 4 6 975 0082 01 01 To mount the Auto Gen Start 1 Hold the unit flush and square against the wall panel or horizontal surface e If your mounting surface requires you to pre drill holes for the screws use the supplied mounting template to mark then drill four holes With a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied 6 screws secure each corner of the Auto Gen Sta
74. intended for Kohler generators It requires only two wires and one relay to control the generator Relay 1 closes momentarily once to start the generator 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 timing preset configurations Relay 1 mode MomentaryRun Relay 3 mode No function Gen Run signal hold time 0 5 s Preheat time Os Preheat to crank delay Os Crank time 10s Crank retry time 15s Shutdown bypass time Os Start tries 3 975 0082 01 01 Type 12 975 0082 01 01 Installing the Auto Gen Start Type 12 is a three wire GlowStop configuration recommended for three wire generators that don t require a dedicated preheat signal such as Onan propane generators In this configuration the start signal is applied 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 See Figure 2 4 Table 2 13 Type 12 relay and timing preset configurations Relay 1 mode GlowStop Relay 3 mode No function Gen Run signal hold time 4s Preheat time Os Preheat to crank delay Os Crank time 30s Crank retry time 40 s Shutdown bypass time Os Start tries 3 I
75. ision Number You may need to view the firmware revision number when troubleshooting the Auto Gen Start with authorized service personnel To view the firmware revision number 1 On the Select Device menu use the down arrow button to highlight System 2 Press Enter The System Settings menu appears 3 Press the down arrow button to highlight View Device Info Press Enter The Device Info screen appears 5 If Auto Gen Start screen is not already displayed press the down arrow button until it appears The number opposite F W Rev is the firmware revision number 6 Press Exit to return to the System Settings menu 4 8 975 0082 01 01 Troubleshooting Chapter 5 contains information and procedures to troubleshoot the Auto Gen Start including tables of warnings and faults for your reference Troubleshooting Faults and Warnings Acknowledging messages Self clearing warnings Clearing faults Multiple faults and warnings 5 2 Under certain conditions the Auto Gen Start generates a fault or warning message These messages appear on the System Control Panel This section describes how to respond to fault and warning messages when they appear When a fault or warning message appears you can acknowledge the message by pressing Enter on the System Control Panel This action removes the message from the screen After acknowleding the message you can proceed configuring or operating the Auto Gen Start This
76. itor generator starting and stopping activity The control panel also provides real time clock information for the Auto Gen Start Quiet Time and Exercise Time features 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 inverter charger or an external Xanbus power supply As a device that draws network power the Auto Gen Start consumes a maximum of 3 watts Start and stop triggers The Auto Gen Start requires a source of start and stop triggers for automatic operation These triggers can come from e thermostat 12 24 V input e battery voltage state of charge and inverter load status This information must be transmitted over the network by another Xanbus enabled device such as an inverter charger or DC Monitor When network broadcast battery voltage state of charge and inverter load information are not available the Auto Gen Start could operate in a reduced system with a control panel and network power supply In this system the Auto Gen Start would be limited to automatically starting and stopping the generator from thermostat 12 24 V input In such a system you could also start and stop the generator manually using the control panel and Quiet Time Exercise Time and maximum run time settings would function 975 0082 01 01 Front and Bottom Panel Front and Bottom Panel Indicator
77. l tanks as well as joints fittings or other connections between components of the fuel system Be sure you follow all relevant instructions exactly before installing or using your Auto Gen Start FCC Information to the User This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction guide may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception 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 e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help viii 975 0082 01 01 Contents Important Safety Instructions vii 1 Introduction A
78. lights Four lights on the front panel indicate the operating status and network status of the Auto Gen Start Connectors Two network ports on the bottom panel connect the Auto Gen Start to the Xanbus system A 20 contact pluggable connector also on the bottom panel allows the Auto Gen Start to connect to the generator s starting circuitry thermostats and external switches See Bottom panel on page 1 6 Front panel i xantrex i RW po Automatic Generator Start 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 is receiving network power 2 Generator On light green indicates the generator is running This light turns on when the generator run signal is active See Important on page 2 24 3 Network light green indicates the Auto Gen Start is communicating with other Xanbus enabled devices 4 Fault light red indicates an Auto Gen Start fault has occurred See Troubleshooting on page 5 1 for information about Auto Gen Start faults 975 0082 01 01 1 5 Introduction Bottom panel Network connectors S DU ie TERRE caro elelelelelol een Class 2 ELV circuits Z Refer to manual Figure 1 2 Auto Gen Start bottom panel Table 1 2 Auto Gen Start c
79. nstallation Type 13 Type 13 is a three wire PulseStop configuration that uses relay 3 to provide the preheat signal for PowerTech s Diesel generators With this generator type there will be a delay between 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 and timing preset configurations Relay 1 mode PulseStop Relay 3 mode Preheat Gen Run signal hold time 5s Preheat time 15s Preheat to crank delay 2s Crank time 15s Crank retry time 15s Shutdown bypass time Os Start tries 3 975 0082 01 01 Installing the Auto Gen Start Connecting the thermostats optional Wires 1 2 3 and 4 on the wiring harness can be connected to two thermostats Wires 1 yellow and 2 gray are intended for thermostat 1 and wires 3 orange and 4 gray are intended for thermostat 2 Wire number Function Wiring harness wire color 1 Thermostat input 12 24 V Yellow 2 Thermostat 1 return ground Gray 3 Thermostat 2 input 12 24 V Orange 4 Thermostat 2 return ground Gray These wires connect to 12 24 V output signals from the thermostats You can enable the Auto Gen Start to start the generator in response to these signals You cannot program your thermostats with the Auto Gen Start For specific information about thermostat wiring
80. ntact connector obey the following limits Open circuit voltage V 30 V maximum Overcurrent protection fuse size for open circuit voltage up to 20 V 5 A maximum Overcurrent protection fuse size for open circuit voltage from 20Vto 5 A to 3 33 A 30 V 100 V amps maximum 975 0082 01 01 Wiring harness Wire identification Wire size and length 975 0082 01 01 Installing the Auto Gen Start Connections to the generator thermostats and external on off switches are made using a wiring harness that plugs into the 20 contact connector see Figure 2 1 The wires on the wiring harness can be extended to meet installation requirements When extending the wire harness ensure that the extension wires are the same color as the wires on the harness To install the Auto Gen Start using the wiring harness 1 Connect each wire on the harness to 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 Each wire on the harness is identified by a number and a color The wire numbers are shown in Figure 2 2 and their colors and functions are described in Table 2 1 Required wire sizes for the external connections to the wiring harness are 0 30 ft 9 m Over 30 ft 9 m 18 AWG 16 AWG When planning the routing for external connections ensure that wire lengths are sufficient to plug the wiring harness into
81. o Gen Start M enu Stop on Inverter Load Current Stop Load sets the Auto Gen Start to stop the generator at a specified AC load on the inverter The Stop Load setting applies to situations when the Auto Gen Start has started the generator to assist the inverter with powering the AC load Values Default 7 0A to 28 0A increments of 1 A TOA Use this setting when you have set a value for Start Load Stop at Absorption Charge Stage The Stop Absorb setting allows you to set the Auto Gen Start to stop the generator when the inverter charger has recharged the batteries to the Absorption stage Values Default Off On On Set Stop Absorb if you want to deliver a partial charge to your batteries 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 Auto Gen Start stops the generator when the inverter charger determines the batteries have reached the Absorption charge stage Set Stop Absorb if your inverter charger is using two stage battery charging If your inverter charger is set to use three stage charging set Stop Float or Stop Absorb to stop the generator Set Stop Absorb if battery charging is your main priority for your generator rather than using your generator for powering high AC loads You might also use the Stop
82. oad Current Start Load is a changeable setting for enabling the generator to start at a specified AC load on the inverter The generator will assist the inverter with powering the AC load This setting requires you to set a value for Stop Load also Values Default 10 0A to 33 0A increments of 1A 10 0A 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 Enable Load is set to On the generator will start in response to the Start Load setting unless the Auto Gen Start is in a Quiet Time period Whenever the generator starts automatically in response to inverter load current the Auto Gen Start will stop the generator once the load on the inverter reaches the Stop on Inverter Load Current value You can monitor the inverter load current on the System screen If you set Start Load too high the Auto Gen Start may not start the generator in time to recharge the batteries before the batteries are drained by the AC load In addition if Start Load is set too high the inverter may shut down due to an overload condition If you set Start Load too low the Auto Gen Start may start the generator too frequently wasting fuel in the process 975 0082 01 01 Stop Load Full name Purpose When to use Stop Absorb Full name Purpose When to use 975 0082 01 01 The Aut
83. onnection points Feature Description 1 Network port eight pin RJ45 2 Network port eight pin RJ45 3 20 contact generator connector Each network port can accept an eight pin RJ45 plug attached to a CAT 5 cable Depending on your installation you may need to use one or both the network connectors For more information see the Xanbus System Installation Guide A CAUTION Equipment Damage Connect the Auto Gen Start only to other Xanbus compatible devices Although the cabling and connectors used in this network system are the same as Ethernet connectors this network is not an Ethernet system Equipment damage may result from attempting to connect these two different systems 20 contact connector 1 6 The 20 contact connector allows you to plug in a wiring harness that connects the Auto Gen Start to a generator and thermostats The wiring harness also provides lines for connecting external generator shutdown sensors or switches and external generator on off controls 975 0082 01 01 Xanbus System Components Xanbus System Components System description Network diagram 975 0082 01 01 The Xantrex Xanbus system includes 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 Figure 1 3 shows the Auto Gen Start as part of a Xanbus system System Control Panel
84. op Battery Voltage StopBattV setting If you have enabled Stop Float or Stop Absorb the generator will stop when the Absorption or Float stages of the battery charging have begun If you set Start DCV too high the generator will start more frequently than is convenient If you set Start DCV too low your batteries may be damaged by repeated cycles of excessive discharge The generator running time necessary to charge the batteries may exceed Max Run Time and use too much fuel in the process Enable Thermostat 1 Enable Temp1 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 the air conditioner Values Default On Off Off disabled Enable this setting if you have thermostats that control an air conditioning system with high power requirements If you enable this setting the generator will start in response to a signal from the thermostat Everything related to setting the temperature at which the air conditioning system comes on must be done on the thermostat There are no thermostat temperature settings on the Auto Gen Start or the System Control Panel If you disable this setting your air conditioning system will operate without automatic generator assistance To operate your air conditioner you will need to start the generator m
85. or start Common contact Gray 19 Relay 3 Preheat cooldown Normally open Brown contact 20 Relay 3 Preheat cooldown Common contact Gray 2 8 975 0082 01 01 Installing the Auto Gen Start Connecting the generator Wiring requirements Generator types 975 0082 01 01 To connect the Auto Gen Start to a generator you must identify the start wiring configuration of the generator you want to use Generators must be auto start capable and generators equipped with remote operation connections are ideal If the generator is equipped for remote operation you must examine the wiring of the remote cable and connector or read your generator s documentation if available and identify the following wires e Ground e Start e Stop e Generator run signal also known as the Hour Meter or Switched B battery positive To wire the Auto Gen Start to the generator you need 16 or 18 AWG wire connected between contacts 12 to 20 on the wiring harness How many of these wires you connect and in which combination depends on your generator type The Auto Gen Start has 13 preset generator configurations or Gen Types see Gen Type on page 3 16 To ensure that the Auto Gen Start is compatible with your generator s starting circuitry you must select your type of generator from the Auto Gen Start menu on the System Control Panel after completing the installation Important You can only change Gen Type aft
86. ow button to select On Press Enter Setting the beginning of Quiet Time 975 0082 01 01 Setting a time for QT Begin will define the start of Quiet Time At the time you set for QT Begin the Auto Gen Start will turn the generator off if it is running and prevent the generator from starting automatically until the end of Quiet Time To set the beginning of Quiet Time 1 On the Auto Gen Start menu use the up or down arrow buttons to highlight QT Begin then press Enter 2 Use the up or down arrow button to select the hour then press Enter 4 3 Operation 5 Use the up or down arrow button to select the minute then press Enter If you are using the 24 hour clock go to step 5 Use the up or down arrow button to select AM or PM then press Enter Press Exit twice to return to the System screen Setting the end of Quiet Time Setting a time for QT End defines the end of Quiet Time At the time you set for QT End the Auto Gen Start will be able to start the generator when an automatic 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 will start immediately To set the end of Quiet Time 1 4 4 On the Auto Gen Start menu use the up or down arrow buttons to highlight QT End then press Enter Use the up or down arrow but
87. powered machinery fuel tanks as well as joints fittings or other connections between components of the fuel system Follow all relevant instructions exactly before installing or using your Auto Gen Start A WARNING Shock and energy hazards Before making any connections to the generator ensure that the generator s starter is disabled and the generator s start battery is disconnected 975 0082 01 01 2 3 Installation Because the Auto Gen Start will be part of a Xanbus system you must consider how to route two types of connections e connections to the generator thermostats and other external devices and switches using the 20 contact connector and wiring harness e connections to other Xanbus enabled devices using network cables For information on designing and installing the network see the Xanbus System Installation Guide Network ports Network cables to other Xanbus enabled devices 20 contaci connector Wiring harness connection to generator thermostats and external switches Figure 2 1 Auto Gen Start external connections Installing the Auto Gen Start 2 4 After selecting your tools and choosing the best location and connection routes for your installation you are now ready to mount the Auto Gen Start and connect it to the generator thermostats and System Control Panel 975 0082 01 01 Installation overview Installing the Auto Gen Start Install
88. r 2 Use the up arrow or down arrow button to select ManualOn 3 Press Enter To stop the generator manually 1 On the Auto Gen Start menu highlight AGS Mode and press Enter 2 Use the up arrow or down arrow button to select ManualOff 3 Press Enter 4 2 975 0082 01 01 Setting Quiet Time Setting Quiet Time Use the Quiet Time feature to ensure that the Auto Gen Start will not start the generator during the night or during times that might clash with Quiet Time guidelines at RV parks and campgrounds Setting Quiet Time for the first time involves three steps 1 Setting QT Enable to On 2 Setting the QT Begin setting 3 Setting the QT End setting The default setting for QT Begin is 10 00 PM 22 00 if you are using a 24 hour clock and the default setting for QT End is 7 00 AM 7 00 on the 24 hour clock If the default settings meet your needs you only need to enable or disable Quiet Time when you want to use this feature For more information about Quiet Time 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 feature if it has not already been enabled To enable Quiet Time 1 On the Auto Gen Start menu use the up or down arrow buttons to highlight QT Enable Press Enter Use the up or down arr
89. r If this fails to work stop the Auto Gen Start sent it a the generator with the stop signal external stop switch Check generator Return Auto Gen Start to automatic mode to resume automatic starts and stops F203 Manual Off Gen No An external sensor connected After the sensor stopped by ext to the Auto Gen Start has connected to the external sensor Reset stopped the generator and put shutdown has deactivated AGS mode the Auto Gen Start into clear the fault and reset Manual Off mode the Auto Gen Start to the desired mode F500 Serial Number No The silicon serial ID number _ Call your dealer or Failure Service has failed and the Auto Gen Xantrex Required Start has gone into Safe mode F501 Memory Failure No The Auto Gen Start has Call your dealer or Service suffered a non volatile Xantrex Required memory failure F505 __ Internal Failure No A controller fault has occurred Clear the fault If the fault Service and the Auto Gen Start has persists call your dealer Required gone into Safe mode or Xantrex 5 6 975 0082 01 01 Specifications Appendix A contains the electrical mechanical and environmental specifications for the Auto Gen Start All specifications are subject to change without notice Specifications Electrical Specifications Nominal input network voltage 15 VDC Minimum operating network voltage 14 25 VDC Maximum operating network voltage 15 75 VDC Maxim
90. r occurs during quiet time the Auto Gen Start will ignore it until quiet time ends If the condition still exists at the end of quiet time after the time you set for QT End the Auto Gen Start will start the generator 3 Ifthe running generator stops when quiet time begins and a condition that requires stopping the generator occurs during quiet time the generator will not restart when quiet time ends 975 0082 01 01 QT End Full name Purpose When to use Start SOC Full name Purpose When to use 975 0082 01 01 The Auto Gen Start M enu Quiet Time End QT End is a changeable setting that defines the end of quiet time This setting also requires you to set QT Begin Value Description 12 00AM to 11 59PM At the time you set for QT End the Auto Gen 12 hour clock Start will be able to automatically start the 00 00 to 23 59 generator again If a start trigger has occurred 24 hour clock during quiet time and is still active the generator will start immediately after quiet time ends QT End functions only if the Auto Gen Start is in Automatic mode For more information about when to use QT End and the Auto Gen Start Quiet Time feature see QT Begin on page 3 11 Start Battery Charge Start SOC is a changeable setting that allows the Auto Gen Start to start the generator when the battery bank capacity falls to a certain percentage This setting requires
91. ranty Period and provided that Xantrex through inspection establishes the existence of such a defect and that it is covered by this Limited Warranty Xantrex will at its option use new and or reconditioned parts in performing warranty repair and building replacement products Xantrex reserves the right to use parts or products of original or improved design in the repair or replacement If Xantrex repairs 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 replaced products and all parts removed from repaired products become the property of Xantrex Xantrex covers both parts and labor necessary to repair the product and return shipment to the customer via a Xantrex selected non expedited surface freight within the contiguous United States and Canada Alaska and Hawaii are excluded Contact Xantrex Customer Service for details on freight policy for return shipments outside of the contiguous United States and Canada How do you get service If your product requires troubleshooting or warranty service contact your merchant If you are unable to contact your merchant or the merchant is unable to provide service contact Xantrex directly at Telephone 1 800 670 0707 toll free North America 1 360 925 5097 direct Fax 1 800 994 7828 toll free North America 1 360 925 5143 direct Email customerservice
92. rt to the mounting surface 2 5 Installation Wiring to the 20 contact connector WARNING Shock hazard All installation wiring should be performed by a qualified installer or electrician WARNING Fire shock and energy hazards The 20 contact connector is intended for connection to Class 2 ELV Extra Low Voltage circuits only Do not exceed the circuit limitations specified in the following section ELV circuits Class 2 circuits Circuit limitations 2 6 ELV Extra Low Voltage circuits have an open circuit voltage of not more than 30 V or 42 2 VDC or peak and are therefore not a shock hazard As per the US National Electrical Code NEC and the Canadian Electrical Code CEC available power in Class 2 circuits is limited to 100 VA usually by current limiting by means of overcurrent protection or series resistance The current is limited to 5 A for circuits with open circuit voltage of 20 V and to I 100 V for circuits with open circuit voltage between 20 V and 30 V The advantage of using Class 2 circuits for installing the Auto Gen Start is that Class 2 circuits don t have to follow the Class 1 wiring rules requiring the use of conduit and wiring boxes et cetera that apply elsewhere in the applicable codes The relay contacts in the Auto Gen Start are rated at 5 A maximum and all circuits on the 20 contact connector are rated at 30 V maximum Ensure that all circuits connected to the 20 co
93. ry or loss of life CAUTION Cautions identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to the unit or other equipment Important These notes contain information that is important for you to know but is not as critical as a caution or warning Abbreviations and Acronyms Auto Gen Start AGS Abbreviations for the Automatic Generator Start used in this manual and on the Control Panel DCV DC voltage usually refers to battery voltage SOc State of charge refers to a percentage of a battery s remaining capacity Related Information 975 0082 01 01 For more information about related products refer to Xanbus System Installation Guide 975 0136 01 01 Inverter Charger Installation Guide 975 0126 01 01 Inverter Charger Operation Guide 975 0125 01 01 System Control Panel Owner s Guide 975 0083 01 01 These guides are available at www xantrex com where you can find more information about Xantrex Technology Inc and its products and services vi Important Safety Instructions WARNING Save these instructions This Owner s Guide contains important safety and operating instructions Before using your Automatic Generator Start be sure to read understand and save these safety instructions AN WARNING Restrictions on use The Automatic Generator Start shall not be used in connection with life support systems or other medical equipment or devices AN WARNING Safety hazard
94. s a run circuit that is normally closed which then receives a momentary start signal The run circuit remains active throughout the run and then is opened in order for the generator to stop 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 starting the switch returns to the on or run position Other variations are a toggle switch that gets turned on with a separate switch or pushbutton for start If glow plugs are used you would turn the key or rotary switch to the left prior to starting A separate momentary switch or button may be used for this purpose This generator starting type uses the most wires The common wire from the generator should connect to the common connections of both Relay 1 and Relay 2 wires 16 and 18 respectively You may need an additional two wires if glow plugs are used The start wire from the generator connects to the normally open contact of Relay 2 and the generator stop wire connects to the normally open contact of Relay 1 975 0082 01 01 Relay Timing 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 10 to page 2 20 Relay Timing RunMode C 2 For generators with RunMode starting
95. s each Auto Gen Start setting by Defining each setting Listing the available values for each setting Recommending when to use each setting Describing the effect of changing each setting Configuration Configuring the Auto Gen Start The Auto Gen Start has a number of settings that you must configure to ensure that the generator automatically starts and stops under the right conditions and at the right time If your Auto Gen Start was pre installed in your Xanbus system it may already be configured to work with your generator and network enabled power system If this is the case you may not 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 You can view all the available Auto Gen Start settings on the System Control Panel screen The System Control Panel has four navigation buttons that you use to move between screens and menus highlight settings you want to change and select values for the Auto Gen Start to use See Figure 3 1 and Table 3 1 for the location and function of the navigation buttons on the System Control Panel 7 xantrex AC In Charge Inverter On Low Battery J W W Og Fault Y GOU System Control Panel Figure 3 1 System Control Panel 3 2 975 0082 01 01 Configuring the Auto Gen Start T
96. s such as credit card or money order will be explained by the Customer Service Representative In cases where the minimum flat fee does not apply as with incomplete units or units with excessive damage an additional fee will be charged If applicable you will be contacted by Customer Service once your unit has been received WA 4 975 0082 01 01 Warranty and Return Information About Your System As soon as you open your Automatic Generator Start package record the following information and be sure to keep your proof of purchase Serial Number Purchased From Purchase Date If you need to contact Customer Service please record the following details before calling This information will help our representatives give you better service Type of installation e g RV truck Length of time Auto Gen Start has been installed Battery battery bank size Generator brand type DC wiring size and length Alarm sounding Description of indicators on front panel Appliances operating when problem occurred Warning or Fault message D A A a a a 0 8 Of O Description of problem 975 0082 01 01 WA 5 WA 6 Index A Advanced menu 3 18 AGS Mode 3 9 AGS Triggers menu 3 19 asterisk beside selected value 3 5 automatic mode 3 9 B wires 2 8 Basic menu 3 7 3 18 bottom panel features 1 6 C Clear Faults 3 17 clearing faults 5 2 Configure Gen 3 18 Configure Tri
97. s the Enter button on the System Control Panel which you press to view the Select Device menu Viewing the Auto Gen Start menu On the Select Device menu select the Auto Gen Start to view and change its settings Select Device RS2000 Auto Gen Start System Panel Clock Figure 3 3 Selecting the Auto Gen Start To select the Auto Gen Start from the Select Device menu 1 On the Select Device menu use the down arrow button to highlight Auto Gen Start 2 Press Enter The Auto Gen Start menu appears Selecting and adjusting the changeable 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 along the right side of the screen Auto Gen Start Gen Status Of f Gen Trigger Not On Manual Off QT Enable On Figure 3 4 Auto Gen Start menu basic menu shown 3 4 975 0082 01 01 The Auto Gen Start M enu To select and adjust a changeable setting 1 On the Auto Gen Start menu use the up arrow or down arrow button to highlight the setting you want to change 2 Press Enter to highlight the current value of that changeable setting Some values appear with an asterisk to identify them as the value that was last set 3 Use the up arrow or down arrow button to change the value Hold a button down to scroll through values quickly Press Ent
98. the Auto Gen Start once all the external connections are complete 4 4a yg 4 se va 4 ff Oe o Sa M IEO SR s je S44 A p 18 p Eo la hf f f 4 ps a fy To generator thermostats and external switches pepi hiahia al el ays is GUGAH 7 To 20 contact connector on Auto Gen Start Figure 2 2 Auto Gen Start wiring harness 2 7 Installation Table 2 1 Contact numbers and functions Wire Wiring harness number Function wire color 1 Thermostat input Yellow 2 Thermostat return Gray 3 Thermostat 2 input Orange 4 Thermostat 2 return Gray 5 External shutdown input White Black 6 External shutdown return Gray 7 External manual on input White Green 8 External manual off input White Red 9 External On Off LED Indicator output White Blue 10 Constant 12 24 V B battery positive for Red External On Off LED Indicator 11 External On Off LED Indicator return connected Black internally to wire number 13 12 Generator run signal switched B sense input Violet 13 Generator run signal switched B sense return Black generator battery negative 14 Relay 1 Generator run stop Normally open Blue contact 15 Relay 1 Generator run stop Normally closed White Violet contact 16 Relay 1 Generator run stop Common contact Gray 17 Relay 2 Generator start Normally open contact White 18 Relay 2 Generat
99. the generator run signal goes high for the specified hold time or when the crank time has elapsed e To get the ShutDown Bypass on Relay 3 with no preheat Relay 3 must be configured for Preheat with ShutDown Bypass and have the Preheat time set to zero e StartStop mode is essentially the same as GlowStop mode with no preheat on Relay 1 Stop Relay1 Stop Relay2 Start Cranking Relay3 Preheat Glow amp Shutdown Bypass Figure C 4 StartStop mode timing diagram PulseStop Mode 975 0082 01 01 For generators with PulseStop mode starting types Type 13 e Relay 1 Stop and Relay 2 Start can be used with a common ground for three wire configured generators e If Relay 3 is configured for Preheat the signal only shows up on Relay 3 e The Preheat on Relay 3 will not overlap the Crank Time if ShutDown Bypass is not enabled e If the ShutDown Bypass is enabled the Preheat on Relay 3 will remain high for the Crank Time and for the ShutDown Bypass period after cranking e The Delay refers to the Preheat to Crank Delay and may be zero e Cranking will cease when the generator run signal goes high for the specified hold time or when the crank time has elapsed e To get the ShutDown Bypass on Relay 3 with no preheat Relay 3 must be configured for Preheat with ShutDown Bypass and have the Preheat time set to zero C 5 Relay Timing C 6 e The Auto Gen Start will make three attempts to stop the g
100. to Gen Start M enu AGS Triggers menu Start SOC Stop SOC Full name 975 0082 01 01 The AGS Triggers menu contains additional settings for automatically starting and stopping the generator This menu allows you to adjust the default settings for state of charge when a DC Monitor is installed battery voltage thermostat on off signals inverter load and battery charging stage Adjusting these settings beyond their default settings is advised for experienced users or users who have consulted service personnel Important The Auto Gen Start mode must be set to Manual Off before you change any start trigger parameters The AGS Triggers menu contains the following items e Start SOC e Stop SOC e StartV 30sec e StartV 15min e StartV 2hr e StartV 24hr e StopBattV e Enable Temp1 e Enable Temp2 e Enable Load e Start Load e Stop Load e Stop Float e Stop Absorb See page 3 13 Stop on State of Charge Configuration Purpose When to use Stopping conditions Outcomes StartV 30sec StartV 15min Full name Purpose Stop SOC is a changeable setting that allows you to set the Auto Gen Start to stop the generator when the batteries reach a pre set state of charge Values Default Off 50 to 95 increments of 5 Off In Automatic mode the Auto Gen Start will stop the generator when the
101. ton to select the hour then press Enter Use the up or down arrow button to select the minute then press Enter If you are using the 24 hour clock go to step 5 Use the up or down arrow button to select AM or PM then press Enter Press Exit twice to return to the System screen 975 0082 01 01 Viewing the Advanced M enu Viewing the Advanced Menu 975 0082 01 01 The System Control Panel can display the Auto Gen Start menu in two formats basic and advanced The Auto Gen Start basic menu is displayed by default It lists status information and settings you may have to adjust routinely See The Auto Gen Start basic menu on page 3 7 for a list of basic menu items and configuration information The Auto Gen Start advanced menu lists additional settings and sub menus See Auto Gen Start advanced menu on page 3 18 for a 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 Device menu use the down arrow button to highlight System see Figure 4 1 Select Device Auto Gen Start System Panel Clock Figure 4 1 Selecting the System menu 2 Press Enter The System Settings menu appears 3 On the System Settings menu use the down arrow button to highlight Global Menus and press Enter 4 Use the up or down arrow button to select Advanced 5 Press Ent
102. tor control e setting Quiet Time e displaying the advanced Auto Gen Start menu e changing system modes e viewing the firmware revision number Operation Starting and Stopping the Generator You can use the Auto Gen Start to start the generator manually on demand using the System Control Panel and automatically in response to an electrical system condition In general to avoid Auto Gen Start faults try not to combine automatic and external manual starts and stops When the generator has been started automatically let it stop automatically unless you encounter a situation when the generator must be stopped urgently Likewise if you have started the generator manually ensure that you stop it manually only the Max Run Time setting can automatically stop the generator after it has been 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 select Automatic 3 Press Enter The Auto Gen Start will start and stop the generator in response to the configurable settings you have set for battery voltage state of charge inverter load quiet time or exercise time Depending on conditions in the power system the generator may start immediately after it is put in Automatic mode To start the generator manually 1 On the Auto Gen Start menu highlight AGS Mode and press Ente
103. tting that enables the Auto Gen Start to start the generator whenever the battery voltage reaches a pre set voltage for longer than 30 seconds You can also select the desired 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 been recharged to the Absorption or Float stage This setting requires you to set either StopBattV or a Stop at Charge Stage setting see Stop Float on page 3 26 and Stop Absorb on page 3 25 Values Default Off 4 0V to 60 0V increments of 0 1V 11 3V If the Auto Gen Start is set to Automatic mode then the Auto Gen Start will start the generator when the system battery voltage as measured by the inverter charger or DC Monitor falls below the Start DCV setting for the selected delay period You can use the Start DCV setting when there is no accurate reliable battery state of charge monitoring available such as from the Xantrex DC Monitor During normal operation battery voltage can be monitored from the System screen or on the inverter charger menu 975 0082 01 01 Outcomes Enable Temp1 Full name Purpose When to use Outcomes 975 0082 01 01 The Auto Gen Start M enu Whenever the generator starts automatically in response to Start DCV it will stop when the battery voltage reaches the St
104. types Types 7 and 8 Relay 1 RunStop relay can be used for two wire configured generators Relay 1 RunStop and Relay 2 Start can be used with a 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 run signal goes high for the specified hold time or when the crank time has elapsed Start Run Stop Q w lt Da wn wn w ro Q w 5 Z JQ 32 OR Figure C 1 RunMode timing diagram 975 0082 01 01 MomentaryRun M ode MomentaryRun Mode For generators with MomentaryRun mode starting types Type 11 975 0082 01 01 Relay 1 Run Stop relay can be used for two wire configured generators Relay 2 has no unique function in this configuration but it is easiest to leave it doing the cranking 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 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 Start Run Stop Relay1 Momentary Run l Figure C 2 MomentaryRun mode timing diagram C 3 Relay Timing GlowStop Mode For generators with GlowStop mode starting types Types 1 2 3 6
105. u 3 5 The Auto Gen Start basic menu 3 7 Gen Status 3 8 Gen Trigger 3 8 AGS Mode 3 9 QT Enable 3 11 QT Begin 3 11 QT End 3 13 Start SOC 3 13 Start DCV 3 14 Enable Templ 3 15 Enable Temp2 3 16 Gen Type 3 16 Clear Faults 3 17 Auto Gen Start advanced menu 3 18 Configure Triggers 3 18 Configure Gen 3 18 View Device Info 3 18 Basic Menu 3 18 AGS Triggers menu 3 19 Start SOC 3 19 Stop SOC 3 19 StartV 30sec 3 20 StartV 15min
106. um operating current 200 mA nominal input network voltage Relay contact voltage rating 12 VDC 30 VDC max Maximum relay current 5 A DC Nominal 12 V 24 V thermostat input voltage 12 VDC 24 VDC 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 voltage 12 VDC 24 VDC On Minimum 12 V 24 V generator running B voltage 9 5 VDC Maximum 12 V 24 V generator running B voltage 30 VDC Typical 12 V 24 V generator running B current 14 6 mA 12 V Communication physical layer 2 CAN Communication protocol Xanbus Maximum cable length 130 ft 40 m Limited to Class 2 levels 100 VA as in Chapter 2 page 2 6 Mechanical Specifications Dimensions 3 3 In 53x35 xl 146 x 95 5 x 37 mm Weight 0 5 Ib 225 g Mounting 4 6 screws Connectors 2 x Xanbus RJ45 8 pins 20 contact pluggable connector Tyco Mate n Lok 2 connector 975 0082 01 01 Environmental Specifications Environmental Specifications Operating temperature 4 to 122 F 20 to 50 C Storage temperature 40 to 185 F 40 to 85 C Maximum case temperature 140 F 60 C Operating humidity 5 to 95 Storage humidity 5 to 95 Ignition protection None Regulatory Compliance Safety CSA
107. wo wire e Three wire Onan e Three wire automotive Note the terms two wire and three wire refer only to the minimum number of wires necessary to start the generator Actual installations will require additional wires to connect to the generator including the generator run signal switched B wiring and wiring to an optional external on off switch For installation wiring diagrams see page 2 10 to page 2 25 Note For overcurrent protection guidelines that apply to the wiring types discussed in this appendix see page 2 6 B 2 975 0082 01 01 Two wire Identification Connection Generator Starting Types The two wire type is suitable for generators that are fully automatic This merely requires two wires to be connected together for the generator to start and run Separating the wires stops the generator Some generators use a momentary two wire connection for starting and stopping Generators of this type are usually operated with a simple toggle switch or key that turns to on then off to shut the generator off For this type of generator the two wires are connected to the normally open and common contacts of Relay 1 wires 14 and 16 When the AGS receives a command to start the generator it closes the contacts inside Relay 1 allowing the generator to start The contacts remain closed for the duration of the generator run and open when the AGS needs the generator to stop Three Wire On
108. you to set Stop SOC also see page 3 19 Values Default Off 40 to 90 increments of 5 Off disabled Discharging deep cycle RV or marine batteries below 50 capacity 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 start the generator to recharge your batteries if the batteries state of charge is less than or equal to the Start SOC setting Important To use the Start SOC setting the Auto Gen Start requires accurate battery monitoring and state of charge information from the Xantrex DC Monitor This menu item will not appear if a DC Monitor is not installed Configuration State of charge information Outcomes Start DCV Full name Purpose When to use Battery voltage information 3 14 When a DC Monitor is installed you can monitor the batteries state of charge on the System screen or inverter charger menu If you set Start SOC too high the generator will start more frequently than is convenient If you set Start SOC too low your batteries may be damaged by repeated cycles of excessive discharge The generator running time necessary to charge the batteries may exceed the Generator Run Max Time and use too much fuel in the process Starting Battery Voltage 30 seconds Start DCV is a changeable se

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