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Configuration of the Xanbus AGS
Max Run Time
Full name Maximum Generator Run Time
Purpose "Max Run Time" allows a limit to be set on how long the
generator will run. This setting overrides any automatic start triggers. For
example, if the generator starts in response to low battery voltage, and the
batteries are not fully charged before "Max Run Time" is reached, the
generator will stop. In addition, when the generator is started manually
from the Xanbus System Control Panel (SCP), the generator will stop when
"Max Run Time" is reached.
When started with an external manual ON/OFF switch, the generator will
not stop when it reaches "Max Run Time". The generator must be stopped
with the external manual ON/OFF switch, or by using the System Control
Panel to change the "GenMode" to ManualOff.
If the AGS reaches "Max Run Time", a warning message will appear on
the Xanbus System Control Panel (SCP). The AGS will stop operating until
the warning is acknowledged by pressing ENTER on the Xanbus System
Control Panel (SCP).
Considerations Adjust the "Max Run Time" if the maximum generator
run time:
• exceeds the fuel capacity of the generator, or
• is not long enough to fully recharge the batteries under optimum
conditions.
Exercise Per
Full name Set Exercise Period (in days).
Purpose "Exercise Per" sets the minimum time interval between each
running of the generator. If the generator has not been run within this time
frame, the AGS will start the generator to “exercise” it.
The time interval defined by the Exercise Period setting begins with the last
time the generator was run for any reason, not with the last time the AGS
exercised the generator.
For example, setting an exercise period of 30 days would start the generator
if it had not been run at all for 30 days.
Dependencies The "Exercise Per" trigger requires parameters to be
set in the "Exercise Dur" and "Exercise Time" menu items.
Considerations Generators need to run regularly in order to maintain
mechanical health and performance. If the generator isn’t needed and
doesn’t run, it is recommended that an Exercise period be set to keep the
generator in good working condition.
If the generator runs frequently throughout the year, it may not need to be
exercised. In that case, set the "Exercise Per" trigger to 0.
Values Default
0 hours to 24 hours (increments of 1hour) 8 hours
Values Default
0 (Off), 1day to 250days (increments of 1day) 21days
IMPORTANT:
Consult the generator manual or a service representative
from the generator’s manufacturer for the recommended exercise period.
