Installation Manual

Installation
26 900-0197-01-00 Rev A
Three-Wire-Start
A “three-wire-start” generator has two or more starting circuits. It usually has a separate switch or position
for cranking the generator. A three-wire generator has fewer automated functions than a two-wire. It
usually requires multiple controls for starting, running, or stopping. The AUX terminals cannot control this
type of generator without using a three-wire to two-wire conversion kit.
Atkinson Electronics
(http://atkinsonelectronics.com)
is one company that makes these kits. The
Atkinson GSCM-Mini is intended to work with OutBack inverters.
The drawing below is one example of a possible arrangement. Specific arrangements, relays, and other
elements depend on the requirements of the installation and of the generator.
Figure 19 Three-Wire Generator Start (Example)
Atkinson
GSCM-Mini
Three-Wire-Start
Generator