Relay Bank

Staggered Start

Configure Staggered Start in HPzenAi Smart. Starts relay channels in sequence to reduce inrush demand.

What it does

Avoid inrush by starting channels in steps.

Starts relay channels in sequence to reduce inrush demand. Use this automation when the selected field devices should work together without repeated manual setup.

CategoryRelay Bank

Works with

Relay ControllersMotor ControllersValves

Automation Logic

When

Trigger

Multiple relay channels are requested together.

Default

At 6:00 AM daily

Choices

At a scheduled timeChoose timeDailyWeekdaysWeekendsCustom daysWhen I run it from the app

Example: run at 6:00 AM every day, or change the time and repeat days in the app.

If

Condition

A stagger delay is configured between channel starts.

Default

No condition

Choices

No condition

Example: leave No condition selected when the trigger alone should run the workflow.

Then

Action

Start each channel one after another with the configured delay.

Default

Turn channels on with a gap of 10 sec

Choices

Turn channels on with a gap of5 sec10 sec30 secEnter value

Example: choose "Turn channels on with a gap of" and keep the default 10 sec, select another preset, or enter another value.

Active

Allowed Time

Use All day or the equipment operating window.

Default

All day

Choices

All dayDay (6 AM - 6 PM)Night (6 PM - 6 AM)

Example: keep All day for protection workflows, or choose Day or Night when operation should stay inside site hours.

Automation Details

Recommended use

Pumps, lighting groups, fans, and loads with high starting current.

Device Inputs

Relay Controllers, Motor Controllers, Valves

Output Behavior

Start each channel one after another with the configured delay.

Safety Note

Set delays long enough for each load to stabilize before the next starts.

Test Method

Use a short group start and confirm channel order and delay.

Visual reference coming soon

Future screenshot area for the Staggered Start setup screen and saved Smart card.

Staggered Start Walkthrough

Walkthrough video coming soon

Before You Start

Device Readiness

Link every device used by this workflow and confirm each one is online.

Device Selection

Choose the exact tank, pump, valve, relay, or meter that should be controlled.

Safe Test

Test with safe thresholds or manual observation before leaving the workflow enabled.

Guided Setup

Set Up Staggered Start

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Open the HPzenAi app.

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Commissioning Checks

• Confirm the selected relay channel changes state at the expected time or condition.
• Use a short group start and confirm channel order and delay.
• Confirm the saved card shows the correct workflow, devices, schedule, and enabled state.
• Review the event history after testing so the action is recorded as expected.
• Keep safety-critical workflows active all day unless the site needs a specific time window.

Troubleshooting

• If the Save button is disabled, complete every required trigger, condition, action, and timing field.
• If the workflow does not run, confirm the devices are online and the active time allows it to run now.
• If the action does not complete, check whether the target device is already in that state or cannot accept commands.
• If notification behavior is missing, confirm phone notification permission and recent device data.

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