Alpha Group OutBack Power MATE3 Owner's Manual page 121

AGS Load Start
Load Start will start a generator whenever the total system AC load wattage exceeds the Start set point
for the programmed amount of time (Delay). The generator will then be stopped when the AC load has
dropped below a Stop set point for a programmed amount of time (Delay).
When the generator is running because of Load Start, the inverter system will charge the batteries.
However, it is not programmed to perform a complete charge cycle. This charge might not be completed
if the generator is disconnected because of a Stop command.
IMPORTANT:
Large, instantaneous loads can still overload the inverter prior to the generator
starting and getting sychronizing with with the inverter.
See the inverter Operator's Manual for instructions on resetting the system if an over-
current fault occurs.
To enable the AGS to start the generator based on load wattage :
1. Access the MATE menu as shown in Figure 113.
2. Use the control wheel to select the Advanced Generator Start menu option.
Press the button in the center of the control wheel to accept the selection.
3. Use the control wheel to highlight Load Start.
Press the button in the center of the control wheel to select the menu item.
4. Use the control wheel to select N for No (disabled) or Y for Yes (enabled).
5. Press the TOP navigation key to return to the Main Menu screen.
900-0117-01-00 Rev A
Figure 118 MATE/AGS/Load Start Screen
MATE3 Settings
Set Points:
 Enabled : N=No, Y=Yes
 Start: 0 to 50 kW
Delay 1 to 240 minute
 Stop: 0 to 49 kW
Delay 1 to 240 minute
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