Magnum Dimensions ME-AGS-N Manuale utente

Owner’s Manual Version

ME-AGS-N

Automatic Generator Start

for Network Versions

Thank you from all of us at Sensata Technologies for purchasing

this ME-AGS-N (Auto Generator Start – Network) controller. The

ME-AGS-N is a product under the Magnum-Dimensions brand

from Sensata Technologies. We understand that you have many

purchasing options in the marketplace, and are pleased that you

have decided on this product. This AGS-N controller was proudly

assembled and tested in the United States.

At Sensata we are committed to providing you with quality products

and services. We hope your experience with us is positive.

Disclaimer of Liability

Since the use of this manual and the conditions or methods of

installation, operation, use and maintenance of the ME-AGS-N is

beyond the control of Sensata Technologies, this company does

not assume responsibility and expressly disclaims liability for loss,

damage or expense, whether direct, indirect, consequential or

incidental, arising out of or anyway connected with such installation,

operation, use, or maintenance.

Note as well that while every precaution has been taken to ensure

the accuracy of the contents of this manual, the speci¿cations

and product functionality may change without notice. Sensata

Technologies assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions.

Restrictions on Use

The ME-AGS-N may only be used in life-support devices or systems

with the express written approval of Sensata Technologies. Failure

of the ME-AGS-N can reasonably be expected to cause the failure

of that life-support device or system, or to affect the safety or

effectiveness of that device or system. If the ME-AGS-N fails, it is

reasonable to assume that the health of the user or other persons

may be endangered.

Permission to copy, distribute, and/or modify this document is

prohibited without express written permission by Sensata.

Document Information

Description – ME-AGS-N Owner’s Manual

Part Number and Revision – 64-0039 Rev B

Date Published – March 2016

This manual is printed without color for cost savings. However, this

entire manual can be downloaded from our website (see below) with

many diagrams available in color.

Contact Information

Sensata Technologies

2211 West Casino Rd.

Everett, WA 98204

Phone: 425.353.8833, Fax: 425.353.8390

Web: www.Magnum-Dimensions.com

IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This manual contains safety instructions that must be followed during

the installation and operation of this product. Read all instructions

and safety information contained in this manual before proceeding.

Safety Symbols

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, ¿re, or other safety hazard, the

following safety symbols have been placed throughout this manual

to indicate dangerous and important safety instructions.

WARNING: Indicates that failure to take a speci¿ed action

could result in physical harm to the user.

CAUTION: This symbol indicates that failure to take a speci¿ed

action could result in damage to the equipment.

Info: This symbol indicates information that emphasizes or

supplements important points of the main text.

Product Safety Alerts

WARNING:

• All electrical work must be performed in accordance with

local, state, and federal electrical codes.

• This product is designed for indoor and compartment

installation. Do not expose to rain, snow, moisture, or

liquids of any type.

• Use insulated tools to reduce the chance of electrical

shock or accidental short circuits.

WARNING: Severe personal injury, death, and equipment

damage can result from operating the generator in a garage,

building, or con¿ned space. The generator produces dangerous

fumes when it is running. If the generator is installed in an

RV, disable the AGS system to prevent the generator from

starting when the RV is in a con¿ned space.

WARNING: ENGINE EXHAUST GASSES CAN BE DEADLY.

Install a reliable carbon monoxide alarm in your vehicle,

building, or home before starting a generator or enabling

the AGS. All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide: an

odorless, colorless gas that can cause severe personal injury/

death. Symptoms of CO poisoning:

• dizziness, headache or throbbing temples,

• weakness or muscular twitching,

• sleepiness or confusion, and nausea or vomiting

If you experience any of the above symptoms, get to fresh

air immediately. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.

Shut down the generator and do not operate until the unit is

inspected and repaired.

Product Safety Information

WARNING: With an AGS system installed, exhaust CO,

electrical shock, and moving parts hazards are possible due

to unexpected engine/generator starting. Disconnect the

engine/generator starting battery cables or AGS connection

to the engine/generator before working on the generator or

any other electrical system powered by it.

Battery Safety

• Remove all jewelry (such as rings, watches, bracelets, etc.)

when installing or performing maintenance on your batteries

and the inverter system.

• Always disconnect the batteries or energy source prior to

installing or performing maintenance on your batteries and

inverter system. Live power may be present at more than one

point since an inverter utilizes both batteries and AC. Turning

off the inverter may not reduce this risk. As long as AC power

is connected, it will pass through the inverter regardless of

the power switch on the inverter or the ON/OFF INVERTER

pushbutton on the remote/router.

• Wear eye protection such as safety glasses when working with

batteries.

• Never work alone. Always have someone near you when working

around batteries.

• Never use old or untested batteries. Check each battery’s label

for age, type, and date code to ensure all batteries are identical.

• Batteries are sensitive to changes in temperature. Always install

batteries in a stable environment.

Product Safety Information

Table of Contents

1.0 Introduction.............................................................1

1.1 AGS-N System Requirements..................................... 2

1.2 AGS-N Components.................................................. 2

1.3 ME-AGS-N Features.................................................. 3

2.0 Installation ..............................................................4

2.1 Installation Requirements.......................................... 4

2.2 Required Materials/Tools (not included)....................... 6

2.3 Mounting Procedure.................................................. 6

2.4 Connecting the Supplied Cables to the AGS-N.............. 7

2.4.1 Remote Temp Sensor Cable....................................... 7

2.4.2 Network Communications Cable................................. 7

2.5 Connecting the AGS-N to an Inverter.......................... 8

2.5.1 Cable Connections with Multiple Devices...................... 9

2.6 Connecting the AGS-N to a Generator........................10

2.6.1 Power Connections (Terminals 3 & 4).........................11

2.6.2 Generator Run Sense Connection (Terminals 2 & 4) .....11

2.6.3 Gen Start/Stop Connections (Terminals 1, 5, 6, 7, & 8).........14

2.6.4 Common Generator Wiring Diagrams.........................15

2.7 Warning Label ........................................................16

3.0 AGS-N Controller Setup..........................................21

3.1 Con¿guring the Internal AGS-N Settings.....................21

4.0 AGS-N Functional Operation...................................23

4.1 AGS Power-Up Test .................................................23

4.2 Generator Wiring Test..............................................23

4.3 AGS-N Controller LED Indicators ...............................24

4.3.1 STATUS LED Indicator..............................................24

4.3.2 READY LED Indicator...............................................24

5.0 AGS-N Controller Troubleshooting..........................25

5.1 Using the AGS-N’s LED Indicators..............................25

5.2 Generator Starting/Running Troubleshooting...............26

5.2.1 If the Generator does not Start or Run.......................26

5.2.2 If the STATUS LED does not go Solid..........................26

6.0 Appendix................................................................29

6.1 Other Accessories and Equipment..............................29

6.1.1 Optional Accessories for the AGS-N ...........................29

6.2 AGS Revisions and Inverter Compatibility...................29

Limited Warranty ..............................................................30

How to Receive Repair Service.............................................31

List of Figures

Figure 1-1, Components of the AGS-N Controller ....................... 3

Figure 2-1, AGS-N System Diagram ......................................... 5

Figure 2-2, AGS-N Dimensions ................................................ 6

Figure 2-3, Remote Temp Sensor Connection ............................ 7

Figure 2-4, Network Communication Cable................................ 7

Figure 2-5, Connecting an AGS to an Inverter (Small) ................ 8

Figure 2-6, Connecting an AGS to an Inverter (Large) ................ 8

Figure 2-7, Multiple Network Devices – Star.............................. 9

Figure 2-8, Multiple Network Devices – Daisy Chain ................... 9

Figure 2-9, Connected Devices at the Same Potential ................10

Figure 2-10, Generator Run Sense Options...............................13

Figure 2-11, Wiring to the AGS-N’s Terminal Block ....................15

Figure 2-12, Warning Label....................................................16

Figure 2-13, Two-wire Control ................................................17

Figure 2-14, Three-wire Momentary Control.............................18

Figure 2-15, Three-wire Maintain Control.................................19

Figure 2-16, Three-wire Momentary Control (with Preheat) ........20

Figure 3-1, Inside the AGS-N Controller...................................21

Figure 4-1, AGS–N Front Panel Controls and Indicators..............24

List of Tables

Table 3-1, Gen Type Settings..................................................22

Table 5-1, AGS-N Controller Troubleshooting Guide ...................25

Introduction

1.0 Introduction

Congratulations on purchasing the ME-AGS-N. This is the ‘network’

version of a Magnum Automatic Generator Start (AGS) controller,

and is set up/operated via a Magnum inverter and remote control

(e.g., ME-RC, ME-ARC, or ME-RTR).

Info: If you need an AGS, but are not using a Magnum inverter/

charger, use the ME-AGS-S (AGS – Standalone).

Using the ME-AGS-N (and depending on your particular remote),

your generator can be set up to automatically start and stop based

on the following conditions:

• Battery Voltage – By monitoring battery voltage, the AGS

autostarts the generator when battery voltage falls to a certain

level, and autostops the generator when battery voltage either

rises to a higher level or goes into the Float charge stage—

depending on the remote control.

• Time of Day – Starts/stops the generator daily based on

selected start/stop times (per the remote control’s clock).

• Inverter Load Amps – Starts and stops the generator based

on the loads powered by the inverter (assists with larger loads).

Note: Only applicable to MSH and MS-PAE Series inverters.

• Battery SOC – Monitors your battery system and automatically

starts the generator when the battery requires charging—based

on the actual SOC (State of Charge) of the battery.

Note: Battery SOC is a more accurate method than using battery

voltage as a criteria to determine when a battery requires charging.

• Rising Temperature – Continuously monitors the temperature

of the surrounding area, and automatically starts the generator

whenever power is needed to run an AC or to cool down an area.

Info: The Battery SOC autostart/autostop feature requires an

installed, optional ME-BMK or ME-BMK-NS (Battery Monitor

Kit) accessory to determine the battery’s SOC.

The AGS-N is also equipped with the following operational features:

• Allows manual on/off control (ME-ARC and ME-RTR only) and

automatic control of the generator

• Compatible with 12, 24, or 48-volt systems

• Adjustable settings made easy using the remote’s AGS menus

(e.g., ME-RC, ME-ARC, or ME-RTR)

• Quiet Time setting prevents generator operation at night

• TEST button that con¿rms if installation wiring is correct

• Removable 8-port terminal block for easy wiring/powering down

• Front panel LED indicators for gen start/stop status and faults

Introduction

Generator Compatibility

The AGS is compatible with most AC or DC generators with either

2-wire or 3-wire start controls, such as: Onan, Generac, Martin,

Kohler, Honda, Yamaha, and many others. A list of generators that

have been successfully used with the AGS (and their respective

wiring diagrams) can be found at: www.Magnum-Dimensions.com.

1.1 AGS-N System Requirements

The AGS requires several other components to operate correctly.

• Generator (automatic start): The generator should have

automatic starting capability. The generator must have start

and stop controls [e.g., electric starter and electric choke (for

gasoline units)], and safety sensors to autostart/autostop

the generator should the following conditions occur: low oil

pressure, high temperature, engine start over-crank, over/

under frequency (speed), low coolant level, etc. The generator

should also supply a generator run signal, which the AGS uses

to detect if the generator is running. The generator run signal

must be from 10 to 40 volts DC, and can be provided from a

generator hour meter signal or a switched B+ terminal.

Info: A generator run signal is not required when using

Gen Type: 2-Wire Standby Mode and an AGS with a revision

of 5.2 or higher.

• Remote Control: A separate remote control (e.g., ME-RC,

ME-ARC, or ME-RTR) is required to con¿gure the AGS and to

monitor any generator starting and stopping activity. Some

advanced generator start/stop features are not available on the

standard ME-RC and require the ME-ARC or ME-RTR advanced

controllers. Refer to your remote owner’s manual to determine

the available AGS autostart and autostop features.

• Inverter: A network-capable inverter is required in order to

communicate network information from the remote control to

the AGS-N. The inverter must also have the internal software

to work with the remote and to allow the desired AGS features.

1.2 AGS-N Components

The ME-AGS-N is shipped with the following:

• ME-AGS-N controller • 10’ Network comm cable

• 60’ Remote temp sensor cable • #8 x ¾”mounting screws (x4)

• Warning label • ME-AGS-N Owner’s Manual

Introduction

6 7

Figure 1-1, Components of the AGS-N Controller

STATUS Indicator: a bi-color (green or red) LED indicator

that illuminates to provide information on the AGS’s

operation.

TEST Button: a momentary pushbutton that allows the

AGS system to be tested for correct wiring and generator

start/stop operation.

Wiring Terminal Block: an 8-port friction-¿t connector

that powers the AGS and connects the generator’s start/

stop and run sense wires.

Mounting Flange: used to secure the AGS to a shelf or a

wall. Four black oxide #8 x 3/4 Phillips, pan head screws are

provided to mount the AGS.

READY Indicator: a green LED indicator that illuminates to

signal that the AGS is powered (Àashes if the optional temp

sensor is not connected).

NETWORK Connection Port (green label): a RJ14 port

(6P6C – 6-position, 6-contact female connection) that

provides the connection point for the network communication

cable.

REMOTE Connection Port (purple label): a RJ14 port

(6P6C – 6-position, 6-contact female connection) that

provides the connection point for the remote temp sensor

cable (Figure 2-3).

Internal Access Screws: four #6-32 x 3/8 Phillips screws

that must be removed to access the DC Input Jumper and

the 4-position DIP Switch.

1.3 ME-AGS-N Features

The AGS module provides the generator’s wiring connections and

the following components (refer to Figure 1-1):

Installation

2.0 Installation

Installing the AGS is a simple process. Before installing, review the

Important Product Safety Instructions on page ii of this manual and

read the section below to ensure the overall system requirements

are met. To assist you in planning and designing your installation,

review the basic system diagram shown in Figure 2-1.

WARNING: The AGS is not ignition-protected and should

not be installed in a location that requires ignition-protected

equipment. To prevent ¿re or explosion, do not install the AGS

controller in any area with extremely Àammable liquids like

gasoline or propane, or in an area that contains connections

between components of a fuel system.

CAUTION: Installations should be performed by quali¿ed

personnel, such as a licensed or certi¿ed electrician. It is the

installer’s responsibility to determine which safety codes apply

and to ensure that all applicable installation requirements

are followed.

2.1 Installation Requirements

Review these requirements prior to performing the installation.

• For the AGS to automatically start and stop the generator

properly, the generator must include an electric start and an

automatic choke. To prevent generator damage and to ensure

reliableoperation,usegeneratormodelsdesigned for unattended

operation. These models should also be equipped with remote

operation connections and have protective systems that shut

down the generator when low oil pressure, over-temperature,

starter lockout, or over-crank conditions occur.

• TheAGSisconnectedtotheinverterbya10-footcommunications

cable. Before installing/connecting any wires, ¿rst determine:

1) communications cable route throughout the home/vehicle/

boat from the AGS controller to the inverter, 2) the start/stop

signal wire route from the AGS to the generator, and 3) the wire

route from the AGS controller to the monitored battery bank.

• Always check for existing electrical, plumbing, or other areas of

potential damage BEFORE drilling or cutting into walls.

• If installing the AGS in a boat, RV or truck, ensure the conductors

passing through walls, bulkheads, or other structural members

are protected to minimize insulation damage such as cha¿ng,

which can be caused by vibration or constant rubbing.

• DonotmounttheAGScontrollerinaclosedbatterycompartment,

or in an area where water (any liquid) can enter the AGS and

cause shorting or corrosion.

• The AGS, if possible, should be wired so as not to interfere with

the manual start/stop switches on your generator, or with your

air conditioner controls if the high temp start feature is used to

power the air conditioner.

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