The Xw Automatic Generator Start; Preparing An Installation; Materials And Tools Required; Figure 5-7 Connecting The Ags Communications Cable To The Xw Series - Xantrex XW4024-120/240-60 Installation Manual

XW System Accessories Installation

The XW Automatic Generator Start

Figure 5-7 Connecting the AGS Communications Cable to the XW Series

Preparing an Installation

Materials and Tools Required

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Some generators allow automatic starting. Connecting an Automatic Generator Start to
the generator and to the Xanbus network is required for the XW System to benefit from
automatic generator start/stop capability.
WARNING: Shock Hazard
Auto-start generators can start automatically at any time.
Affix the warning labels (supplied with the XW Automatic Generator Start) regarding auto-start
generators on or near the main AC distribution panel and near the generator.
The AGS connects to:
• Inverter/Charger's Xanbus port
• Generator
Before installing the XW Automatic Generator Start Module, consider how and where the
unit will be mounted. Pre-plan the connection routes between the XW Automatic
Generator Start, the generator, thermostats, and the XW Automatic Generator Start. Refer
to the XW AGS Owner's Guide for additional information.
See Chapter 3, "Xanbus Network Installation", for more information about installing a
Xanbus-enabled device as part of a network-managed power system.
The following tools and materials may be needed to install the XW Automatic Generator
Start:
❐ Mounting template (supplied)
❐ Wiring harness (Xantrex part number 809-0917, supplied)
❐ Four #6 screws, 1¼ inch (supplied)
❐ #16 or #18 AWG wire (see "Wire Size and Length" on page 5–12)
❐ Xantrex network cables or equivalent (Category 5)
❐ Network terminators (if required)
❐ Phillips screwdriver
❐ Wire cutters and wire strippers
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Automatic Generator Start
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