Generator start with Quattro or Cerbo GX

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simonnhardy asked Mar 1, '22

Generator start with Quattro or Cerbo GX

We need a momentary relay to start or generator, a Dolphin M6 same as Paguro 6000, we then need a normaly closed relay to open to stop the generator. It would also be nice to have a timed preheat that needs the start connection to close with the stop connection closing a connection aswell. Will Quattro or Cerbo GX provide these options or should we change the control panel for the generator for one that has a remote start option that just needs a normally open relay to close to start and open to stop.

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Answer 1 · 2022-03-02T19:01:28Z

Alexandra answered · Mar 02, 2022 at 07:01 PM

@simonnhardy

The simple open or closed it the easiest to set up. And you can set up a delay on the AC2 to connect using the assistant for the programmable relay and specifying a time there. Discussed in this thread.

The manual automatic generator start stop for that is here.

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simonnhardy commented · Mar 03, 2022 at 08:48 AM

Hello, I don’t see how I can make this make a connection to run the starter motor but break that connection once the generator is running ?

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Alexandra ♦ simonnhardy commented · Mar 03, 2022 at 01:24 PM

So you are looking for something that does the equivalent of turning a key for ignution? And pushing a button for cranking?

Your generator needs to support remote or auto start/stop with relay signalling.

The way your post describes what you are looking for you were wanting signals.

All the relays in the quatrro and cerbo can do is signals. And they all are NO/NC depending on connection and programming.

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Answer 2 · 2022-03-03T13:32:17Z

Paul B answered · Mar 03, 2022 at 01:32 PM

I have found that its best to used a dedicated unit for autostart thats connected to the cerbo

These are easy to setup and they are around 40.00 to 80.00 usd

great as its got inbuilt start and stop timers and will autorestart on a start failure if you want

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simonnhardy commented · Mar 06, 2022 at 09:42 AM

Hello. Thanks for your answer. I had looked at a more expensive unit from the UK prior to getting your answer,

https://www.blandongroup.com/autostart-remote-control-module.html

but the MEBAY unit is less expensive and I like a recommend.

do you know how the preheat option works as I can’t see a manual online.

Simon

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Answer 3 · 2022-03-03T13:49:08Z

airstream-installer answered · Mar 03, 2022 at 01:49 PM

I’m using an Atkinson Electronics GSCM mini to start and stop my Onan 2500I with the Cerbo Relay #1 and the Touch 50 Generator Start control.

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edsey commented · Jan 31, 2023 at 02:05 PM

That looks awesome. I need to do the same thing in my application. Do you have any advice for a novice like me before I get started? Thanks in advance!

Edsey

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