Generator auto-start not working?

way2roll wrote:

MrWizard wrote:
That is Normal a/c operation, and normal control operation, that is not auto generator start, i think you have miss understood the way it operates ,

Actually my understanding is, that's exactly how it's supposed to work. I have auto start on my panel and I set it to a threshold for the HVAC. If I am away, no shore power and temps climb high enough to start the HVAC, if auto start HVAC is on, it should start the gen. That's one of it's main purposes aside form keeping batts charged.

OP, make sure everything is set up to actually turn the genset on, more than 1/4 tank of fuel in the RV, batts are charged etc. Manually start it and ensure it runs the AC.

Per the manual on my C: selecting “Auto Gen Start Enable” on the Multiplex display and then pressing “on”. You will also need to make sure that the “HVAC Load” button is activated will then see a warning screen listing the safety issues associated with AGS usage. You are required to acknowledge these warnings by pressing and holding a button for 3 seconds or longer to enable AGS.

I don't get all those warnings.....

However I do have an update.

I tried it again today doing the exact same steps. The AC turned to cooling and nothing happened. I went to go find my manual to see if it says anything. The bad part is I didn't see auto start mentioned anywhere in my manual. The good part is 10 minutes later, out of nowhere my generator starts and the ac starts shortly after!

So I'm not sure why there is literally a 10 minute delay between the AC "Starting" on the front end and the generator starting. Is that how your guys works as well?

A few other questions.

I turned off the AC and the generator did not stop. I waited 10-15 minutes and it was still running. I assume that is because it is abiding by the other 2 settings I see in the menu (run duration & rest duration). Does that mean when it gets pushed to turn on by auto start it will only run exactly for the run duration until it rests for the rest duration? I figured it would be "smart" and run for as long as the AC or battery voltage needed it? That sounds like a recipe for disaster on a hot day for 30 minutes AC may cool things off but 30 minute down time is enough to really get things heated to unsafe levels.

Can anyone else confirm how it's supposed to function?

THanks!