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--- ccgx:generator_start_stop [2018-03-22 13:17] – [5. Conditions: User-definable parameters which trigger a generator auto-start.] justin_tyers_live_a_c
+++ ccgx:generator_start_stop [2020-09-29 15:00] – [5. Settings] mvader
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-====== Generator auto start/stop on CCGX and Venus GX ======
+====== GX - Generator auto start/stop ======
 ===== 1. Introduction =====
-An internal relay on the [[https://www.victronenergy.com/panel-systems-remote-monitoring/color-control|CCGX]]/[[https://www.victronenergy.com/panel-systems-remote-monitoring/venus-gx|Venus GX]] can be used to automatically start and stop a generator. This relay - or switch - can be 'tripped' by a number of user-defined conditions. This manual will explain what conditions are available to you; and it will guide you through the steps required to set-up this useful functionality.
+An internal relay on a [[venus-os:start|GX device]] (eg [[https://www.victronenergy.com/panel-systems-remote-monitoring/color-control|CCGX]]/[[https://www.victronenergy.com/panel-systems-remote-monitoring/venus-gx|Venus GX]]) can be used to automatically start and stop a generator. This relay - or switch - can be 'tripped' by a number of user-defined conditions. This manual will explain what conditions are available to you; and it will guide you through the steps required to set-up this useful functionality.
+This is one of the available options to automatically start and stop a generator. See the [[auto-generator-start-stop:start|]] document for an overview of all options. More general information about  using a generator in combination with Victron is available [[:multiplus_faq|here]].
+===== 2. Wiring =====
 Firstly, wire the relay to a genset. The relay is located on the back of the CCGX - marked //Relay//. If using a Venus GX, two relays will be seen at the bottom of the unit - only //Relay 1// can be used for the generator automatic start/stop functionality.
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 Besides driving the internal relay, the auto start/stop functionality can be also enabled to directly control supported Fischer Panda generators. For more information on how to connect Fischer Panda generators, see [[ccgx:fischer_panda|]].
-===== 2. Enabling the start/stop function =====
+There are many variations on the generator side for wiring and you should also consult your generator manual or supplier regarding their remote wire start configuration.
+===== 3. Enabling the start/stop function =====
 Go to: Setttings -> Relay and set the //Function// options to "Generator start/stop"\\
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-===== 3. Generator start/stop - Main page=====
+===== 4. Generator start/stop - Main page=====
 From the Main Menu select Settings > Generator start/stop:
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   * **Settings**: This is the gateway to all other features.
-===== 4. Settings =====
+===== 5. Settings =====
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   * **Minimum run time**: It's good practice for a generator, once started, to be allowed to reach its operating temperature. When started manually this setting is ignored.
-  * **Detect generator at AC input**: Enabling this feature will sound an alarm whenever power is //not// detected at the AC input terminal of the Inverter/Charger. This function will bring attention to a wide variety of problems; such as lack of fuel, or a mechanical or electrical fault at the generator. This functionality is not available for VE.Can connected Multi/Quattro.
+  * **Detect generator at AC input**: Enabling this feature will raise an alarm on the GX device, as well as trigger an alarm email from the VRM portal(1), whenever power is //not// detected at the AC input terminal of the Inverter/Charger while the generator is (or was) supposed to be running. The purpose of this function is to bring attention to a wide variety of problems; such as lack of fuel, a mechanical or electrical fault at the generator or a tripped breaker. This functionality is not available for VE.Can connected Multi/Quattro. (1) requires automatic alarm monitoring on VRM to be enabled. Which it is by default.
   * **Quiet hours**: See [[#Quiet hours|Quiet hours]]
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   * **Generator total run time**: Reset, or modify, the total run-time hours.
-===== 5. Conditions: User-definable parameters which trigger a generator auto-start. =====
+===== 6. Conditions: User-definable parameters which trigger a generator auto-start. =====
 To get to //Conditions// from the main menu go to: Settings -> Generator start and stop -> Settings -> Conditions\\
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 === Manual-Start Feature ===
-Use the //Manual start// feature to remotely start the generator. You can also implement this feature when the generator is already running - doing so will ensure that the generator won't automatically stop when the condition which caused it to start has been satisfied. In other words, the //Manual start// feature will override the auto-stop parameters.
+Use the //Manual start// feature to remotely start the generator. You can also press Start when the generator is already running - doing so will ensure that the generator won't automatically stop when the condition which caused it to start has been satisfied. In other words, the //Manual start// feature will override the auto-stop parameters.
 There are two ways to start the generator manually:
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   * **Using the Manual start menu**: Go to: Generator start and stop -> Manual start; and then toggle the graphic to start the generator.
-  * **Using the GX 'Home page' Generator graphic**: Press the top-left button on the CCGX, or Venus GX remote consul and engage the //Generator// page. Then press the center button. You must first choose how you wish to //stop// the generator - manually, or by entering a run-time. Once you've made your selection a five-second countdown will begin during which you can //abort//  the manual-start by pressing the center button.
+  * **Using the GX 'Home page' Generator graphic**: Press the top-left button on the CCGX, or Venus GX remote console and engage the //Generator// page. Then press the center button. You must first choose how you wish to //stop// the generator - manually, or by entering a run-time. Once you've made your selection a five-second countdown will begin during which you can //abort//  the manual-start by pressing the center button.
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 Note that stopping the generator manually can only be achieved when no un-met 'run' condition is active. If you wish to force a generator-stop you must first disable the function which is keeping it running - or disable the //Generator start and stop// function.
 === Quiet hours ===
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   * **Holiday home**: Holiday homes which are only inhabited part-time experience much deeper power-draws when they are in use. The //Quiet hours// feature can be used to set much lower auto-start parameters when the house is in use, than when it is empty. Quiet hours should be set to be the //permanent condition// (See above) during occupation; and the //Quiet hours// feature can be toggled 'off' whenever the house is empty.
-===== 6. Troubleshooting =====
+===== 7. Troubleshooting =====
 === Fischer Panda: Generator does not start and "Remote switch control disabled" error is shown ===
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-==== DISQUS ====
+===== DISQUS =====
 ~~DISQUS~~