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PowerVerter

DC-to-AC Inverter/Chargers

1111 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA

APSX Models Input Output

APS Models Input Output

Customer Support: (773) 869-1234

www.tripplite.com

Invert: 12 VDC 230V, 50 Hz. AC

Invert: 12 VDC 120V, 60 Hz. AC

Charge: 230V, 50 Hz. AC 12 VDC

Charge: 120V, 60 Hz. AC 12 VDC

Quiet Mobile Power

Congratulations! You've purchased the most advanced, feature-rich Inverter/Charger designed as an alternative energy source for residential,

commercial or recreational vehicle applications. Tripp Lite Inverter/Chargers are the quiet alternative to gas generators—with no fumes, fuel or

noise to deal with! You get AC electricity anywhere and anytime you need it: utility power disruptions, rolling down the highway, dry camping

in majestic back country or parked overnight at a money-saving non-electric site. Inverter/Chargers provide your equipment with utility- or

generator-supplied AC electricity (filtered through premium ISOBAR® surge protection) whenever available. In addition, your Inverter/Charger

automatically recharges your connected battery bank. Whenever blackouts, brownouts or high voltages occur, your Inverter/Charger immedi-

ately and automatically switches to battery power.

Better for Your Equipment Premium Protection Levels

®

• Built-In ISOBAR

Surge Protection

• Automatic Overload Protection

Ideal Output for All Loads

• Frequency-Controlled Output

• Automatic Load Switching

• Balanced Load Sharing

Better for Your Batteries Faster Battery Recharge

• High-Amp, 3-Stage Battery Charger

Critical Battery Protection

• High-Efficiency DC-to-AC Inversion

Better for You Quiet, Simple, Maintenance-Free Operation

• Multi-Function Lights & Switches

• Moisture-Resistant Construction*

Contents

Safety 2

AC Input/Output Connection 10

Feature Identification 3

Service/Maintenance 10

Operation 4-5

Troubleshooting 11

Configuration 5-6

Warranty 11

Battery Selection 7

Español 12

Mounting 8

Français 23

Battery Connection 9

Pyññêèé 34

* Inverter/Chargers are moisture-resistant, not waterproof.

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Copyright © 2008. All rights reserved. PowerVerter

is a registered trademark of Tripp Lite.

Important Safety Instructions

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

This manual contains important instructions and warnings that should be followed during the installation, operation and storage of this product.

Location Warnings

• Although your Inverter/Charger is moisture resistant, it is NOT waterproof. Flooding the unit with water will cause it to short circuit

and could cause personal injury due to electric shock. Never immerse the unit, and avoid any area where standing water might

accumulate. Mounting should be in the driest location available.

• Leave a minimum of 2" clearance at front and back of the Inverter/Charger for proper ventilation. To avoid automatic Inverter/Charger

shutdown due to overtemperature, any compartment that contains the Inverter/Charger must be properly ventilated with adequate

outside air flow. The heavier the load of connected equipment, the more heat will be generated by the unit.

• Do not install the Inverter/Charger directly near magnetic storage media, as this may result in data corruption.

• Do not install near flammable materials, fuel or chemicals.

• Do not mount unit with its front or rear panel facing down (at any angle). Mounting in this manner will seriously inhibit the unit's

internal cooling, eventually causing product damage not covered under warranty.

Battery Connection Warnings

• The battery should be connected before operating the Inverter/Charger

• Multiple battery systems must be comprised of batteries of identical voltage, age, amp-hour capacity and type.

• Because explosive hydrogen gas can accumulate near batteries if they are not kept well ventilated, your batteries should not be

installed (whether for a mobile or stationary application) in a “dead air” compartment. Ideally, any compartment would have some

ventilation to outside air.

• Sparks may result during final battery connection. Always observe proper polarity as batteries are connected.

• Do not allow objects to contact the two DC input terminals. Do not short or bridge these terminals together. Serious personal injury

or property damage could result.

Equipment Connection Warnings

Use of this equipment in life support applications where failure of this equipment can reasonably be expected to cause the fail-

ure of the life support equipment or to significantly affect its safety or effectiveness is not recommended. Do not use this equip-

ment in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air, oxygen or nitrous oxide.

• You may experience uneven performance results if you connect a surge suppressor, line conditioner or UPS system to the output of

the Inverter/Charger.

• Corded Models: Do not modify the Inverter/Charger’s plug or receptacle in a way that eliminates its ground connection. Do not use

power adapters that will eliminate the plug’s ground connection.

• Connect your Inverter/Charger only to a properly grounded AC power outlet or hardwired source. Do not plug the unit into itself;

this will damage the device and void your warranty.

• The main grounding lug should be connected to earth ground or to the vehicle chassis with a minimum 8 AWG wire.

Operation Warnings

• Your Inverter/Charger does not require routine maintenance. Do not open the device for any reason. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

• Potentially lethal voltages exist within the Inverter/Charger as long as the battery supply and/or AC input are connected. During any

service work, the battery supply and AC input connection (if any) should therefore be disconnected.

• Do not connect or disconnect batteries while the Inverter/Charger is operating in either inverting or charging mode. Operating Mode

Switch should be in the DC OFF position. Dangerous arcing may result.

Caution: These models have a failsafe AC pass-through feature where the AC output will be live (if AC input is

available) even though the operating mode switch is set to “DC OFF.”

2

Feature Identification

Identify the premium features on your specific model and quickly locate instructions on how to maximize their use.

1

Configuration DIP Switches: optimize Inverter/Charger

6

AC Output Receptacles

operation depending on your application. See Configuration

7A

AC Input Receptacle (230V Models): attach input cord to con-

section for setting instructions.

nect the Inverter/Charger to any source of utility- or generator-

2

Operating Mode Switch: controls Inverter/Charger operation.

supplied AC power. The user must provide an appropriate

The "AUTO/REMOTE" setting ensures your equipment receives

country-specific input cable for 230V Models. See AC Input/

constant, uninterrupted AC power. It also enables the Inverter/

Output Connection section for instructions.

Charger to be remotely monitored and controlled with an

7B

AC Input Cord (120V Models): plug the Inverter/Charger into

optional remote module (Tripp Lite model APSRM4, sold sepa-

a utility- or generator-supplied AC power outlet.

rately). The "CHARGE ONLY" setting allows your batteries to

8

Resettable Circuit Breakers: protect your Inverter/Charger against

return to full charge faster by turning the inverter off which halts

damage due to overload or charger failure. See Operation sec-

battery discharging. The "DC OFF" setting de-energizes the unit

tion for resetting instructions.

and connects AC OUT to AC IN. See Operation section for set-

ting instructions.

9

Remote Control Module Connector: allows remote monitoring

and control with an optional module (Tripp Lite model APSRM4,

3

"LINE", "INVERT", "LOAD" LEDs: show whether the

sold separately). See remote module owner’s manual for con-

Inverter/Charger is operating from AC line power or DC battery

nection instructions.

power. It also warns you if the connected equipment load is too

high. See Operation section for instructions on reading the indi-

10

Main Ground Lug: properly grounds the Inverter/Charger to

cator lights.

vehicle grounding system or to earth ground. See Configuration

section for instructions.

4

"BATT VOLTAGE" LEDs: these three lights will turn ON in

several sequences to show approximate battery level. See Operation

11

Cooling Fan: quiet, efficient fan prolongs equipment service life.

section for instructions on reading the indicator lights.

5

DC Power Terminals: connect to your battery terminals. See

Battery Connection section for instructions.

1

4

9

3

2

1 24 3

9

8

8

11

11

6

6

10

5

5

7A

7B

10

Front View (230V Non-Corded Models) Front View (120V Corded Models)

3

Operation

Switch Modes

Indicator Lights (Continued)

After configuring, mounting and connecting your Inverter/Charger,

“INV” (Inverting) Yellow LED: This light will

you are able to operate it by switching between the following operat-

ILLUMINATE CONTINUOUSLY whenever con-

ing modes as appropriate to your situation:

nected equipment is receiving battery-supplied,

inverted AC power (in the absence of a utility/genera-

“AUTO/REMOTE”: Switch to this mode when you

tor source or in over/under voltage situations). This

need constant, uninterrupted AC power for connected

light will be off when AC power is supplying the

appliances and equipment. The Inverter/Charger will

load.

continue to supply AC power to connected equipment

and to charge your connected batteries while utility-

“LOAD” Red LED: This red light will ILLUMINATE

or generator-supplied AC power is present. Since the

CONTINUOUSLY whenever the inverter is func-

inverter is ON (but in Standby) in this mode, it will automatically

tioning and the power demanded by connected appli-

switch to your battery system to supply AC power to connected

ances and equipment exceeds 100% of load capacity.

equipment in the absence of a utility/generator source or in over/

The light will BLINK to alert you when the inverter

under voltage situations. “AUTO/REMOTE” also enables an option-

shuts down due to a severe overload or overheating.

al remote control module (Tripp Lite model APSRM4, sold sepa-

If this happens, turn the operating mode switch to “DC OFF”;

rately) to function when connected to the unit.

remove the overload and let the unit cool. You may then turn the

operating mode switch to either “AUTO/REMOTE” or “CHARGE

“CHARGE ONLY”: Switch to this mode when you

ONLY” after it has adequately cooled. This light will be off when

are not using connected appliances and equipment in

AC power is supplying the load.

order to conserve battery power by disabling the

inverter. The Inverter/Charger will continue to sup-

"BATT VOLTAGE" LEDs: If the operating mode switch is in the

ply AC power to connected equipment and charge

"AUTO/REMOTE" or "CHARGE ONLY" position, the LEDs indi-

connected batteries while utility- or generator-sup-

cate the approximate charge level and voltage of your connected

plied AC power is present. However, since the inverter is OFF in this

battery bank and alert you to several fault conditions. See Chart for

mode, it WILL NOT supply AC power to connected equipment in

charge and voltage levels.

the absence of a utility/generator source or in over/under voltage

situations.

LED Function with Switch in "AUTO/REMOTE" or “Charge

“DC OFF”: Switch to this mode to prevent the

Only” Position

inverter from drawing power from the batteries. Use

Approximate Battery Charge Level*

this switch to automatically reset the unit if it shuts

down due to overload or overheating. First remove

LEDs Battery Capacity

the excessive load or allow the unit to sufficiently

Illuminated

(Charging/Discharging)

cool (applicable to your situation). Switch to "DC OFF", then back

1

to "AUTO/REMOTE" or "CHARGE ONLY" as desired. If unit fails

Green 91%–Full

1

2 3

to reset, remove more load or allow unit to cool further and retry.

2

Green & Yellow 81%–90%

Use an optional remote control module (Tripp Lite model APSRM4,

3

Yellow 61%–80%

sold separately) to reset unit due to overload and overtemperature.

4

Yellow & Red 41%–60%

CAUTION: The unit will always pass AC power through to con-

4

5

6

nected equipment if plugged into a live AC outlet, regardless of

5

Red 21%–40%

the position of the Operating Mode Switch.

6

All three lights off 1%–20%

Indicator Lights

7

Flashing red 0% (Inverter

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shutdown)**

Your Inverter/Charger is equipped with a simple, intuitive, user-

* Charge levels listed are approximate. Actual conditions vary depending on battery condition

friendly set of indicator lights. These easily-remembered “traffic

and load. ** Inverter shutdown protects battery against damage due to excessive discharge.

light” signals will allow you, shortly after first use, to tell at a glance

Fault Condition

a wide variety of operating details.

LEDs Fault

“LINE Green LED”: If the operating mode switch is set to “AUTO/

Illuminated Condition

REMOTE”, this light will ILLUMINATE

CONTINUOUSLY when your connected equipment

1

All three lights Excessive discharge

is receiving continuous AC power supplied from a

1

2

flash slowly* (Inverter shutdown)

utility/generator source.

2

All three lights Overcharge (Charger

If the operating mode switch is set to “CHARGE

flash quickly** shutdown)

ONLY”, this light will BLINK to alert you that the

*Approximately ½ second on, ½ second off. See Troubleshooting section. Inverter shutdown

unit’s inverter is OFF and will NOT supply AC power in the absence

protects battery against damage due to excessive discharge.** Approximately ¼ second on, ¼

second off. Charger shutdown protects battery against damage due to overcharge. May also

of a utility/generator source or in over/under voltage situations.

indicate a battery charger fault exists. See Troubleshooting section.

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Configuration

Set Configuration DIP Switches

Using a small tool, set the Configuration DIP Switches (located on the front panel, see diagram) to optimize Inverter/Charger operation

depending on your application. Refer to the appropriate section to review the instructions for your specific model.

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Operation

(continued)

Resetting Your Inverter/Charger to Restore AC Power

Your Inverter/Charger may cease supplying AC power or DC charging power in order to protect itself from overload or to protect your

electrical system. To restore normal functioning:

Overload Reset: Switch operating mode switch to “DC OFF” and remove some of the connected electrical load (i.e., turn off some of the

AC devices drawing power which may have caused the overload of the unit). Wait one minute, then switch operating mode switch back to

either “AUTO/REMOTE” or “CHARGE ONLY.”

Output Circuit Breaker Reset: If tripped, remove a portion of the load, wait one minute and then press breaker button to reset.

Group B Dip Switches

Group A Dip Switches

Group A DIP Switches (All Models)

Using a small tool, configure your Inverter/Charger by setting the four Group A DIP Switches (located on the front panel of your unit; see

diagram) as follows:

A1

Select Battery Type—REQUIRED

Select Charger Enable/Inhibit

A1A2A3A4

A2

CAUTION: The Battery Type DIP Switch setting must match

Switch is preset to ENABLE, which

the type of batteries you connect, or your batteries may be

permits continuous battery charging.

degraded or damaged over an extended period of time. See

"Battery Selection" section for more information.

If you are connecting your unit to

batteries with a separate charger, you may

Battery Type

set this switch to INHIBIT to disable its

Switch Position

built-in charger to prevent overcharging.

AGM/Gel Cell (Sealed) Battery Up

Battery Type Switch Position

Wet Cell (Vented) Battery Down (factory setting)

Inhibit Up

Enable Down (factory setting)

A1A2A3A4

A4

A3

Select Low AC Input Voltage Point for

Switching to Battery—OPTIONAL*

Voltage and Level

120V Models 230V Models Switch Position

A1A2A3A4

A 105V 201V A4 Up & A3 Up

B 95V 182V A4 Up & A3 Down

C 85V 163V A4 Down & A3 Up

A1A2A3A4

D 75V 144V A4 Down & A3 Down

(factory setting)

* Most of your connected appliances and equipment will perform adequately when your

A1A2A3A4

Inverter/Charger's Low AC Voltage Input Point (DIP Switch #3 and #4 of Group A) are set

to Level B (95V for 120V Models/182V for 230V Models). However, if the unit frequently

switches to battery power due to momentary low line voltage swings that would have little

effect on equipment operation, you may wish to adjust this setting. By decreasing the Low

AC Voltage Input Point, you will reduce the number of times that your unit switches to

battery due to voltage swings.

Level A

Level B

Level C

Level D

Configuration

(continued)

Group B DIP Switches (Select Models Only)

B1

B2

Select AC Input Current Sharing—OPTIONAL

Your Inverter/Charger features a high-output battery charger that can draw a significant amount of AC power from your utility source or genera-

tor when charging at its maximum rate. If your unit is supplying its full AC power rating to its connected heavy electrical loads at the same time

as this high charging occurs, the AC input circuit breaker could trip, resulting in the complete shut off of pass-though utility power.

To reduce the chance of tripping this breaker, all Inverter/Chargers are pre-set to automatically limit the input current as described in "Most

Limiting" below. If your unit is equipped with DIP switches B2 and B1, they may be used to select other AC input current sharing settings. Verify

that AC input wiring is rated for the higher current that results when using the other settings.

Select Battery Charger-Limiting Points

“Most Limiting” (B2 & B1 Up): Charger-

"Least Limiting" (B2 Down & B1 Up):

limiting takes effect the moment any AC

Charger-limiting begins when the Inverter/

load is applied; charger output falls gradu-

Charger's load reaches 66% of the Inverter/

ally from full output at no AC load passing

Charger's load rating. Charger output falls

through to no output at full load (factory set-

gradually from full output at 66% of the

ting).

Inverter/Charger's load rating to about 66%

of full output at full load.

"Less Limiting" (B2 Up & B1 Down):

Charger-limiting begins when the Inverter/

"No Limiting" (B2 & B1 Down): No

Charger's load reaches 33% of the Inverter/

charger-limiting occurs at any load size.

Charger's load rating. Charger output falls

gradually from full output at 33% of the

Inverter/Charger's load rating to about 33%

of full output at full load.

B3

Select Equalize Battery Charge—OPTIONAL

Setting Procedure

This DIP Switch is momentarily engaged to

• Move to “Equalize” (DOWN) position for three seconds.

Reset

begin the process of equalizing the charge

• Move to “Reset” (UP) position and leave it there. This is the

state of your battery’s cells by time-limited

factory default setting.

overcharge of all cells. This can extend the

CAUTION: Do not leave DIP switch B3 in the down position after beginning process. Battery

Equaliz

useful life of certain types of batteries; con-

charge equalization should only be performed in strict accordance with the battery manufacturer’s

instructions and specifications.

sult with your battery’s manufacturer to

Battery Charge Switch Position

determine if your batteries could benefit from this process. The charge

Reset Up (factory setting)

equalization process is automatic; once started, it can only be stopped

by removing the input power.

Equalize Down—momentarily

B4

Set Battery Charging Amps—OPTIONAL

Battery Charger Switch Position

Low Charge Amps Up (factory setting)

Check the nameplate label for your unit’s

high- and low-charging amp options. By

B1B2B3B4

High Charge Amps Down

setting on high charging, your batteries

CAUTION: When switching to the High Charge Amp setting, the user must ensure that the

will charge at maximum speed. When set-

amp-hour capacity of their battery system exceeds the amperage of the High Charge Amp

ting on low charging, you lengthen the life

setting or the batteries may be damaged or degraded.

of your batteries (especially smaller ones).

Connect Remote Control—OPTIONAL

All models feature an 8-conductor telephone style receptacle on the front panel for use with an optional remote control module (Tripp Lite model APSRM,

sold separately). The remote module allows the Inverter/Charger to be mounted in a compartment or cabinet out of sight, while operated conveniently from

the remote control module. See instructions packed with the remote control module.

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B1B2B3B4

B1B2B3B4

B1B2B3B4

B1B2B3B4

B1B2B3B4

Battery Selection

Select Auxiliary Battery Type (if any)

Select “Deep Cycle” batteries to receive optimum performance from your Inverter/Charger. Do not use ordinary car or starting batteries or batteries rated in

Cold Cranking Amps (CCA). If the batteries you connect to the Inverter/Charger are not true Deep Cycle batteries, their operational lifetimes may be significantly

shortened. If you are using the same battery bank to power the Inverter/Charger as well as DC loads, your battery bank will need to be appropriately

sized (larger loads will require a battery bank with a larger amp-hour capacity) or the operational lifetimes of the batteries may be significantly short-

ened.

Batteries of either Wet-Cell (vented) or Gel-Cell /Absorbed Glass Mat (sealed) construction are ideal. 6-volt “golf cart”, Marine Deep-Cycle or

8D Deep-Cycle batteries are also acceptable. You must set the Inverter/Charger’s Battery Type DIP Switch (see Configuration section for more

information) to match the type of batteries you connect or your batteries may be degraded or damaged over an extended period of time. In

many cases, the vehicle battery may be the only one installed. Auxiliary batteries must be identical to the vehicle batteries if they are con-

nected to each other.

Match Battery Amp-Hour Capacity to Your Application

Select a battery or system of batteries that will provide your Inverter/Charger with proper DC voltage and an adequate amp-hour capacity

to power your application. Even though Tripp Lite Inverter/Chargers are highly-efficient at DC-to-AC inversion, their rated output capacities

are limited by the total amp-hour capacity of connected batteries and the support of your vehicle’s alternator if the engine is kept running.

Example

• STEP 1: Determine Total Wattage Required

Tools

Add the wattage ratings of all equipment you will connect to your Inverter/Charger.

¼" Drill

Orbital Sander

Cordless Tool Charger

Wattage ratings are usually listed in equipment manuals or on nameplates. If your

equipment is rated in amps, multiply that number times AC utility voltage to determine

watts. (Example: a ¼ in. drill requires 2½ amps. 2½ amps × 120 volts = 300 watts .)

Note: Your Inverter/Charger will operate at higher efficiencies at about 75% - 80% of nameplate rating.

300W + 220W + 20W = 540W

Appliances

Blender Color TV Laptop Computer

300W + 140W + 100W = 540W

• STEP 2: Determine DC Battery Amps Required

Divide the total wattage required (from step 1, above) by the battery voltage (12)

540 watts ÷ 12V = 45 DC Amps

to determine the DC amps required.

• STEP 3: Estimate Battery Amp-Hours Required (for operation unsupported

by the alternator)

Multiply the DC amps required (from step 2, above) by the number of hours you

estimate you will operate your equipment exclusively from battery power

45 DC Amps × 5 Hrs. Runtime

before you have to recharge your batteries with utility- or generator-supplied

× 1.2 Inefficiency Rating = 270 Amp-Hours

AC power. Compensate for inefficiency by multiplying this number by 1.2. This

will give you a rough estimate of how many amp-hours of battery power (from

one or several batteries) you should connect to your Inverter/Charger.

NOTE! Battery amp-hour ratings are usually given for a 20-hour discharge rate. Actual amp-hour capacities are less when batteries are discharged at faster rates. For example, batteries discharged

in 55 minutes provide only 50% of their listed amp-hour ratings, while batteries discharged in 9 minutes provide as little as 30% of their amp-hour ratings.

• STEP 4: Estimate Battery Recharge Required, Given Your Application

You must allow your batteries to recharge long enough to replace the charge

lost during inverter operation or else you will eventually run down your batteries.

270 Amp-Hours ÷ 55 Amps

To estimate the minimum amount of time you need to recharge your batteries

Inverter/Charger Rating = 5 Hours Recharge

given your application, divide your required battery amp-hours (from step 3,

above) by your Inverter/Charger’s rated charging amps.

NOTE! For Tripp Lite Inverter/Chargers providing 1250 watts or less of continuous AC power, a full-size battery will normally allow sufficient power for many applications before recharging is

necessary. For mobile applications, if a single battery is continuously fed by an alternator at high idle or faster, then recharging from utility or generator power may not be necessary. For Tripp Lite Inverter/

Chargers over 1250 watts used in mobile applications, Tripp Lite recommends you use at least two batteries, if possible fed by a heavy-duty alternator anytime the vehicle is running. Tripp Lite Inverter/

Chargers will provide adequate power for ordinary usage within limited times without the assistance of utility or generator power. However, when operating extremely heavy electrical loads at

their peak in the absence of utility power, you may wish to “assist your batteries” by running an auxiliary generator or vehicle engine, and doing so at faster than normal idling.

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Mounting

WARNING! Mount your Inverter/Charger BEFORE DC battery and AC power

connection. Failure to follow these instructions may lead to personal injury and/

or damage to the Inverter/Charger and connected systems.

Tripp Lite manufactures a variety of different Inverter/Chargers with a variety of different mounting options for use in vehicular or non-vehicular

applications. Tripp Lite recommends permanent mounting of your Inverter/Charger in any of the configurations illustrated below. User must

supply mounting hardware and is responsible for determining if the hardware and mounting surface are suitable to support the weight of the

Inverter/Charger. Contact Tripp Lite if you require further assistance in mounting your Inverter/Charger.

Horizontal Mount

C

A

Using the measurements from the diagram, install two user-supplied ¼" (6 mm) fasteners

into a rigid horizontal surface, leaving the heads slightly raised.

B

Slide the Inverter/

Charger back over the fasteners to engage the mounting slots molded on the bottom of the

Inverter/Charger cabinet.

C

Install and tighten two user-supplied ¼" (6 mm) fasteners

into the mounting feet molded on the front of the Inverter/Charger cabinet.

A

4.5 in.

(11.4 cm)

6.75 in.

B

(17.1 cm)

6.75 in.

(17.1 cm)

7.87 in.

(20 cm)

The polycarbonate cabinet and mounting feet of your Inverter/Charger are durable enough to allow for wall mounting as well (if your

vehicle compartment requires this configuration). For wall mounting, the control panel of the Inverter/Charger must face to the side and not

up or down.

Allow 2" (50 mm) minimum front and rear clearance for adequate ventilation.

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Battery Connection

Connect your Inverter/Charger to your batteries using the following procedures:

• Connect DC Wiring: Though your Inverter/Charger is a high-efficiency converter of electricity, its rated

output capacity is limited by the length and gauge of the cabling running from the battery to the unit. Use the

shortest length and largest diameter cabling (maximum 2/0 gauge) to fit your Inverter/Charger’s DC Input

terminals. Shorter and heavier gauge cabling reduces DC voltage drop and allows for maximum transfer of

current. Your Inverter/Charger is capable of delivering peak wattage at up to 200% of its rated continuous

DC Connectors

wattage output for brief periods of time. Heavier gauge cabling should be used when continuously operating

heavy draw equipment under these conditions. Tighten your Inverter/

Recommended Maximum DC Cable Length (ft.)

Charger and battery terminals to approximately 3.5 Newton-meters of

torque to create an efficient connection and to prevent excessive heating at

AWG/mm

this connection. Insufficient tightening of the terminals could void your

warranty.

6/4.0 4/5.0 2/6.3 0/8.3 00/9.3

• Connect Ground: Using a 8 AWG (3.15 mm) wire or larger directly

Power

750 10 16 26 42 52

connect the Main Ground Lug to the vehicle’s chassis or earth ground.

Output

See the Feature Identification section to locate the Main Ground Lug on

(Watts)

1250 16 25 31

your specific Inverter/Charger model. All installations must comply with

national and local codes and ordinances.

• Connect Fuse: NEC (National Electrical Code) article 551 requires that you connect your Inverter/Charger’s positive DC Terminal directly to

a UL-listed fuse(s) and fuse block(s) within 18 inches (450 mm) of the battery. The fuse’s rating must equal or exceed the Minimum DC Fuse

Rating listed in your Inverter/Charger’s nameplate. See diagrams below.

WARNING!

• Failure to properly ground your Inverter/Charger to a vehicle’s chassis or earth ground may result in a

lethal electrical shock hazard.

• Never attempt to operate your Inverter/Charger by connecting it directly to output from an alternator

rather than a battery or battery bank.

• Observe proper polarity with all DC connections.

Your Inverter/Charger’s Nominal DC Input Voltage must match the voltage of your battery or batteries.

In vehicular applications, it is possible to connect your Inverter/Charger to the main battery within your vehicle’s electrical system. In most vehicles, the

Inverter/Charger will be connected to one or more dedicated auxiliary (house) batteries which are isolated from the drive system to prevent possible

draining of the main battery.

3

6

1

2

12 Volts

12 Volt Inverter/Charger

5

12 Volts

7

Optional connection for

Vehicular applications only.

12 Volt Main Battery Connection

4

6

2

6 Volts

12 Volt Inverter/Charger

7

6 Volts

4

5

Multiple (Series) Battery Connection

1

12 Volt Alternator (for Vehicular applications)

2

Vehicle or Earth Battery Ground

3

12 Volt Main Battery

4

6 Volt Series Batteries

5

UL-Listed Fuse & Fuse Block (mounted within 18 inches or 450 mm of the battery)

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Large Diameter Cabling, Maximum 2/0 Gauge (9.3 mm) to Fit

Terminals

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Minimum 8 AWG (3.15 mm) Ground Wire

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