Xantrex Automatic Generator User Manual

Automatic Generator StartOwner’s Guide

Safetyviii 975-0082-01-01Explosive Gas PrecautionsFCC Information to the UserThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a

SpecificationsA–2 975-0082-01-01Electrical Specifications*Limited to Class 2 levels (100 VA) as in Chapter 2, page 2–6.Mechanical SpecificationsNomina

Environmental Specifications975-0082-01-01 A–3Environmental SpecificationsRegulatory ComplianceOperating temperature -4 to 122 °F (-20 to 50 °C)Storag

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BGenerator Auto Start Requirements and TypesAppendix B describes the generator requirements and starting types that can be used with the Auto Gen Star

Generator Auto Start Requirements and TypesB–2 975-0082-01-01Recommended FeaturesIn order for the generator to be automatically started by the Auto Ge

Generator Starting Types975-0082-01-01 B–3Two wireThe two-wire type is suitable for generators that are fully automatic. This merely requires two wire

Generator Auto Start Requirements and TypesB–4 975-0082-01-01ConnectionThe common wire from the generator should connect to the common connections of

C Relay TimingAppendix C contains information about relay configuration and timing for each major type of Auto Gen Start starting mode. This informati

Relay TimingC–2 975-0082-01-01RunModeFor generators with RunMode starting types (Types 7 and 8):• Relay 1 (RunStop relay) can be used for two-wire con

MomentaryRun Mode975-0082-01-01 C–3MomentaryRun ModeFor generators with MomentaryRun mode starting types (Type 11):• Relay 1 (Run/Stop relay) can be u

975-0082-01-01 ixImportant Safety Instructions- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -vii1IntroductionAbout the Automatic G

Relay TimingC–4 975-0082-01-01GlowStop ModeFor generators with GlowStop mode starting types (Types 1, 2, 3, 6, 12):• Relay 1 (Stop) and Relay 2 (Start

PulseStop Mode975-0082-01-01 C–5• The “Delay” refers to the “Preheat to Crank Delay” and may be zero.• Cranking will cease when the generator run sign

Relay TimingC–6 975-0082-01-01• The Auto Gen Start will make three attempts to stop the generator. If the generator has still not stopped at the end o

975-0082-01-01 WA–1Warranty and Return InformationWarrantyWhat does this warranty cover? This Limited Warranty is provided by Xantrex Technology, Inc.

Warranty and ReturnWA–2 975-0082-01-01What proof of purchase is required? In any warranty claim, dated proof of purchase must accompany the product an

Warranty and Return975-0082-01-01 WA–3DisclaimerProductTHIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY PROVIDED BY XANTREX IN CONNECTION WITH

Warranty and ReturnWA–4 975-0082-01-01When you contact Xantrex to obtain service, please have your instruction manual ready for reference and be prepa

Warranty and Return975-0082-01-01 WA–5Information About Your SystemAs soon as you open your Automatic Generator Start package, record the following in

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AAdvanced menu 3–18AGS Mode 3–9AGS Triggers menu 3–19asterisk beside selected value 3–5automatic mode 3–9BB+ wires 2–8Basic menu 3–7, 3–18bottom panel

Contentsx 975-0082-01-01Connecting the thermostats (optional) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–23Connecting an external shut

IndexIX–2 975-0082-01-01IInformation about Your System form WA–5Mmanual off mode 3–10manual on mode 3–10Max Run Time 3–29mechanical specifications A–2

Index975-0082-01-01 IX–3UUp arrow button 3–3user settings reference table 3–36Vverifying network power 2–26WWarning Log 3–35warning messagesacknowledg

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Contents975-0082-01-01 xiStartV:2hr - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3–21StartV:24hr - - - -

Contentsxii 975-0082-01-01Safe mode - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4–7Hibernate mode

1IntroductionChapter 1 describes the main features of the Automatic Generator Start. It also describes the Xanbus System of which the Auto Gen Start i

Introduction1–2 975-0082-01-01About the Automatic Generator StartFunction and benefitsThe Xantrex Automatic Generator Start (Auto Gen Start) automatic

Features975-0082-01-01 1–3FeaturesGenerator startingThe Auto Gen Start can automatically start a generator in response to:• low battery voltage• low b

Introduction1–4 975-0082-01-01System RequirementsThe Auto Gen Start is not designed for stand-alone operation. It does not function in a simple system

Front and Bottom Panel975-0082-01-01 1–5Front and Bottom PanelIndicator lights Four lights on the front panel indicate the operating status and networ

Introduction1–6 975-0082-01-01Bottom panelNetwork connectorsEach network port can accept an eight-pin RJ45 plug attached to a CAT 5 cable. Depending o

Xanbus System Components975-0082-01-01 1–7Xanbus System ComponentsSystem descriptionThe Xantrex Xanbus system includes the Auto Gen Start and other Xa

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2InstallationChapter 2 contains information and procedures to install the Auto Gen Start.This chapter will help you prepare to install the Auto Gen St

Installation2–2 975-0082-01-01Preparing an InstallationBefore you install the Auto Gen Start, you must consider how and where the unit will be mounted

Preparing an Installation975-0082-01-01 2–3Choosing a locationThe Auto Gen Start should be installed in a location that meets the following requiremen

Installation2–4 975-0082-01-01Because the Auto Gen Start will be part of a Xanbus system, you must consider how to route two types of connections:• co

Installing the Auto Gen Start975-0082-01-01 2–5Installation overviewInstalling the Auto Gen Start involves the following steps:1. Mounting the unit.2.

Installation2–6 975-0082-01-01Wiring to the 20-contact connectorELV circuits ELV (Extra-Low Voltage) circuits have an open-circuit voltage of not more

Installing the Auto Gen Start975-0082-01-01 2–7Wiring harness Connections to the generator, thermostats, and external on/off switches are made using a

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Installation2–8 975-0082-01-01Table 2-1Contact numbers and functionsWire number FunctionWiring harness wire color1 Thermostat 1 input Yellow2 Thermost

Installing the Auto Gen Start975-0082-01-01 2–9Connecting the generatorTo connect the Auto Gen Start to a generator, you must identify the start wirin

Installation2–10 975-0082-01-01Type 1Type 1 is a three-wire GlowStop configuration recommended for “three-wire” generators with glow plugs that need t

Installing the Auto Gen Start975-0082-01-01 2–11Type 2Type 2 is a three-wire GlowStop configuration recommended for “three-wire” generators that don’t

Installation2–12 975-0082-01-01Type 3Type 3 is a three-wire GlowStop with shutdown bypass configuration. The configuration shown in Figure 2-5 uses a

Installing the Auto Gen Start975-0082-01-01 2–13Type 4Type 4 is a three-wire StartStop configuration that uses relay 3 to provide the preheat signal f

Installation2–14 975-0082-01-01Type 5Type 5 is a three-wire StartStop configuration that uses relay 3 to provide the preheat signal for Generac’s Guar

Installing the Auto Gen Start975-0082-01-01 2–15Type 6Type 6 is a three-wire GlowStop configuration that has a normally closed Run/Stop contact. This

Installation2–16 975-0082-01-01Figure 2-8Type 7, Type 8, and Type 11 connection diagram (two-wire)Figure 2-9Type 7 and Type 8 connection diagram (thre

Installing the Auto Gen Start975-0082-01-01 2–17Type 8Type 8 will work with both two-wire and three-wire run mode configurations and is intended for N

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Installation2–18 975-0082-01-01Type 9Type 9 is a StartStop mode configuration with shutdown bypass functionality on relay 3. This configuration is int

Installing the Auto Gen Start975-0082-01-01 2–19Type 10Type 10 is a StartStop mode configuration with no preheat signal or shutdown bypass functionali

Installation2–20 975-0082-01-01Type 11Type 11 is a two-wire run mode configuration intended for Kohler generators. It requires only two wires and one

Installing the Auto Gen Start975-0082-01-01 2–21Type 12Type 12 is a three-wire GlowStop configuration recommended for “three-wire” generators that don

Installation2–22 975-0082-01-01Type 13Type 13 is a three-wire PulseStop configuration that uses relay 3 to provide the preheat signal for PowerTech’s

Installing the Auto Gen Start975-0082-01-01 2–23Connecting the thermostats (optional)Wires 1, 2, 3, and 4 on the wiring harness can be connected to tw

Installation2–24 975-0082-01-01If your generator battery does not have the required voltage, any 12V or 24V power source will suit this purpose. If an

Installing the Auto Gen Start975-0082-01-01 2–25Connecting the wiring harness to the Auto Gen StartAfter all the external connections have been wired

Installation2–26 975-0082-01-01Connecting the control panel and other network-enabled devicesTo connect the Auto Gen Start to a System Control Panel o

3ConfigurationChapter 3 contains information and procedures for configuring the Automatic Generator Start. It describes how you can view the Auto Gen

iiiAbout This GuidePurposeThe purpose of this Owner’s Guide is to provide explanations and procedures for installing, operating, maintaining, and trou

Configuration3–2 975-0082-01-01Configuring the Auto Gen StartThe Auto Gen Start has a number of settings that you must configure to ensure that the ge

Configuring the Auto Gen Start975-0082-01-01 3–3Changing Auto Gen Start settings using the System Control PanelIf you need to change an Auto Gen Start

Configuration3–4 975-0082-01-01Viewing the Auto Gen Start menuOn the Select Device menu, select the Auto Gen Start to view and change its settings.To

The Auto Gen Start Menu975-0082-01-01 3–5To select and adjust a changeable setting:1. On the Auto Gen Start menu, use the up arrow or down arrow butto

Configuration3–6 975-0082-01-01Figure 3-5Auto Gen Start menu contents

The Auto Gen Start Menu975-0082-01-01 3–7The Auto Gen Start basic menuThe Auto Gen Start basic menu lists settings you may have to adjust routinely. T

Configuration3–8 975-0082-01-01Gen StatusFull name Generator Operating StatusPurpose “Gen Status” reports the current operating state of the generator

The Auto Gen Start Menu975-0082-01-01 3–9AGS ModePurpose “AGS Mode” is a changeable setting that controls the current operating mode of the Auto Gen S

Configuration3–10 975-0082-01-01• External Shutdown—When the Auto Gen Start is connected to a sensor or meter (a moisture detector, for example) wired

The Auto Gen Start Menu975-0082-01-01 3–11QT EnableFull name Quiet Time EnablePurpose “QT Enable” enables or disables the Quiet Time functionality of

About This Guideiv 975-0082-01-01OrganizationThis Guide is organized into five chapters and three appendixes.Chapter 1, “Introduction”, introduces and

Configuration3–12 975-0082-01-01Use the Quiet Time feature to ensure that the generator will not run during the night, or to comply with “Quiet Time”

The Auto Gen Start Menu975-0082-01-01 3–13QT EndFull name Quiet Time EndPurpose “QT End” is a changeable setting that defines the end of quiet time.Th

Configuration3–14 975-0082-01-01State of charge informationWhen a DC Monitor is installed, you can monitor the batteries’ state of charge on the Syste

The Auto Gen Start Menu975-0082-01-01 3–15Whenever the generator starts automatically in response to “Start DCV”, it will stop when the battery voltag

Configuration3–16 975-0082-01-01Enable Temp2Full name Enable Thermostat 2.Purpose “Enable Temp2” is intended to be used when the Auto Gen Start is con

The Auto Gen Start Menu975-0082-01-01 3–17When to use Use this setting after installing the Auto Gen Start. Selecting a suitable “Gen Type” automatica

Configuration3–18 975-0082-01-01Auto Gen Start advanced menuThe Auto Gen Start advanced menu contains settings that can give you even more control ove

The Auto Gen Start Menu975-0082-01-01 3–19AGS Triggers menuThe AGS Triggers menu contains additional settings for automatically starting and stopping

Configuration3–20 975-0082-01-01Purpose “Stop SOC” is a changeable setting that allows you to set the Auto Gen Start to stop the generator when the ba

The Auto Gen Start Menu975-0082-01-01 3–21When to use In Automatic mode, the Auto Gen Start will start the generator when the system battery voltage (

About This Guide975-0082-01-01 vConventions UsedThe following conventions are used in this guide.Abbreviations and AcronymsRelated InformationFor more

Configuration3–22 975-0082-01-01If the Auto Gen Start is set to Automatic mode, then the Auto Gen Start will start the generator when the system batte

The Auto Gen Start Menu975-0082-01-01 3–23Stopping conditionsWhenever the generator starts automatically based on the Starting Battery Voltage, it wil

Configuration3–24 975-0082-01-01Outcomes Selecting On enables the Start on Inverter Load Current (“Start Load”) and Stop on Inverter Load Current (“St

The Auto Gen Start Menu975-0082-01-01 3–25Stop LoadFull name Stop on Inverter Load CurrentPurpose “Stop Load” sets the Auto Gen Start to stop the gene

Configuration3–26 975-0082-01-01In power systems with long cables between the batteries and the inverter/charger (over 10 feet [3 m]), the measured ba

The Auto Gen Start Menu975-0082-01-01 3–27assured of a full charge if the generator runs until the charger reaches the Float stage, rather than waitin

Configuration3–28 975-0082-01-01Generator Configuration menuThe Generator Configuration (AGS Gen Config) menu contains additional options for configur

The Auto Gen Start Menu975-0082-01-01 3–29Max Run TimeFull name Maximum Generator Run TimePurpose The Max Run Time setting allows you to set a limit o

Configuration3–30 975-0082-01-01This setting also requires you to set an Exercise Duration (see “Exercise Dur” on page 3–30) and an Exercise Time (see

The Auto Gen Start Menu975-0082-01-01 3–31Exercise TimePurpose “Exercise Time” allows you to set the time of day that the Auto Gen Start exercises the

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Configuration3–32 975-0082-01-01Some diesel generators require preheating of their glow plugs before start cranking. Setting “Relay3” to Preheat enabl

The Auto Gen Start Menu975-0082-01-01 3–33Crank Retry TimePurpose “Crank Retry Time” specifies the length of time the Start relay is engaged (and cran

Configuration3–34 975-0082-01-01Start Tries“Start Tries” specifies how many times the Auto Gen Start will attempt to start the generator. On the first

The Auto Gen Start Menu975-0082-01-01 3–35AGS: Device Info menuThe Device Info menu allows you to view the Fault, Warning and Event logs. On the Devic

Configuration3–36 975-0082-01-01User SettingsUse this table to record any customized Auto Gen Start settings for future reference.Setting Values Defau

4OperationChapter 4 describes the operation of the Auto Gen Start and how to get the most from its features. This includes information about:• using t

Operation4–2 975-0082-01-01Starting and Stopping the GeneratorYou can use the Auto Gen Start to start the generator manually (on demand, using the Sys

Setting Quiet Time975-0082-01-01 4–3Setting Quiet TimeUse the Quiet Time feature to ensure that the Auto Gen Start will not start the generator during

Operation4–4 975-0082-01-013. 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.

Viewing the Advanced Menu975-0082-01-01 4–5Viewing the Advanced MenuThe System Control Panel can display the Auto Gen Start menu in two formats: basic

viiImportant Safety InstructionsGeneral Precautions1. Before installing and using the Auto Gen Start, read all appropriate sections of this guide.2. I

Operation4–6 975-0082-01-01Changing System ModesThe system modes described in this section affect the behavior of the Auto Gen Start and every Xanbus-

Changing System Modes975-0082-01-01 4–7Operating modeCharacteristics Operating mode is the default mode of the Auto Gen Start. In Operating mode, the

Operation4–8 975-0082-01-01Hibernate modeCharacteristics Hibernate mode removes power from the Auto Gen Start and all Xanbus-enabled devices on the Xa

5TroubleshootingChapter 5 contains information and procedures to troubleshoot the Auto Gen Start, including tables of warnings and faults for your ref

Troubleshooting5–2 975-0082-01-01Faults and WarningsUnder certain conditions, the Auto Gen Start generates a fault or warning message. These messages

Warning Messages975-0082-01-01 5–3To view a fault list or warning list:1. On the Select Device menu, highlight System and press Enter.2. On the System

Troubleshooting5–4 975-0082-01-01W204 Manual Off: Max generator cycles reached. Reset AGS Mode.No The generator has reached its maximum number of star

Fault Messages975-0082-01-01 5–5Fault MessagesWhen the Auto Gen Start detects a fault condition, it stops the generator. The red Fault light also come

Troubleshooting5–6 975-0082-01-01Table 5-2Auto Gen Start fault messagesFault Number MessageSelf-clearing? Cause ActionF200 Exceeded max number of star

ASpecificationsAppendix A contains the electrical, mechanical, and environmental specifications for the Auto Gen Start.All specifications are subject