Samlex America SA-1500 User Manual

SA-1500 Series

Pure Sine Wave Inverter

User’s Manual

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Contents

1. Important Safety Instructions………………………………………………

1-1 General safety precautions……………………………………………. 1

1-2 Precautions when working with batteries…………………………….. 1

2. Features…………………………………………………………………………

2-1 Application………………………………………………………………. 2

2-2 Electrical performance…………………………………………………. 3

2-3 Rear panel operations…………………………………………………. 4

3. Introduction…………………………………………………………………….

3-1 Front panel operations…………………………………………………. 5~7

3-2 Rear panel operations………………………………………………….. 8~9

3-3 Installation……………………………………………………………….. 9

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3-5 AC safety grounding……………………………………………………. 11~12

3-6 Making DC wiring connections………………………………………... 13

3-7 Inverter operation……………………………………………………….. 14~15

3-8 Power output……………………………………………………………. 16

4. Troubleshooting guide………………………………………………………. 17

5. Maintenance …………………………………………………………………… 18

6. Warranty ………………………………………………………………………... 18

7. Appendices A…………………………………………………………………..

7-1 Dip switch (110V)……………………………………………………….. 19

7-2 Dip switch (220V)………………………………………………………. 19

Quick hook － up and testing…………………………………………..

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8. Appendices B…………………………………………………………………..

8-1 Operations of RS232 serial port………………………………………. 20

8-2 Interface command…………………………………………………….. 21~25

9. Appendices C…………………………………………………………………..

9-1 Remote control operations…………………………………………….. 26~27

9-2 Power saving mode…………………………………………………….. 28~31

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1. Important Safety Instructions

WARNING!

Before using the Inverter, read and save the safety
instructions.

1-1. General Safety Precautions

1-1-1. Do not expose the Inverter to rain, snow, spray, bilge or dust.

To reduce risk of hazard, do not cover or obstruct the ventilation
openings. Do not install the Inverter in a zero-clearance compartment.
Overheating may result.

1-1-2. To avoid a risk of fire and electronic shock. Make sure that existing

wiring is in good electrical condition; and that wire size is not
undersized.
Do not operate the Inverter with damaged or substandard Wiring.

1-1-3. This equipment contains components which can produce arcs or

sparks. To prevent fire or explosion do not install in compartments
containing batteries or flammable materials or in locations which
require ignition protected equipment. This includes any space
containing gasoline-powered machinery, fuel tanks, or joints, fittings,
or other connection between components of the fuel system.

1-2. Precautions When Working with Batteries

1-2-1. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap

and water. If acid enters eye, immediately flood eye with running
cold water for at least 20 minutes and get medical attention
immediately.

1-2-2. Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of battery or Engine.

1-2-3. Do not drop a metal tool on the battery. The resulting spark or

short-circuit on the battery of other electrical part may cause an
explosion.

1-2-4. Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces,

and watches when working with a lead-acid battery,

A lead-acid battery produces a short-circuit current high enough to
weld a ring or the like to metal, causing a severe burn.

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2. Features

Pure sine wave output (THD < 3%)

Output frequency: 50 / 60Hz switch selectable

Low power “Power Saving Mode” to conserve energy

RS - 232C interface / remote controls port

Built-in voltage and watt meter

Thermostatically controlled cooling fan

Advanced microprocessor

Protection: Input low voltage Overload Short circuit

Low battery alarm Input over voltage Over temperature

2-1. Application

2-1-1. Power tools－circular saws, drills, grinders, sanders, buffers, weed and

hedge trimmers, air compressors.

2-1-2. Office equipment－computers, printers, monitors, facsimile machines,

scanner.

2-1-3. Household items－vacuum cleaners, fans, fluorescent and

incandescent lights, shavers, sewing machines.

2-1-4. Kitchen appliances－microwave ovens, refrigerators and freezers,

coffee makers, blenders, ice markers, toasters.

2-1-5. Industrial equipment－metal halide lamp, high-pressure sodium lamp.

2-1-6. Home entertainment electronics－television, VCRs, video games,

stereos, musical instruments, satellite equipment.

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2-2. Electrical Performance

Specification Model No.

Item SA-1500-112 SA-1500-124

Continuous Output Power 1500W

Surge Rating 2000W

Input Voltage 12V 24V

Output Voltage

Frequency

(Switch Selectable)

Peak Output Current 25A

Efficiency (full load) 85% 87%

No Load Current Draw

Output Waveform Sine Wave <3% THD

Output Voltage Regulation

Input Voltage Regulation 10-16 VDC 20-32 VDC

Protection

Power Saving Recovery

Time

Interface Control Port RS-232C With Baud Rate 1200,2400,4800 (Switch Selectable)

Overload, Short Circuit, Reverse Polarity (Fuse), Over/Under

100 / 110 / 115 / 120V +/- 5%

50 / 60Hz +/- 0.05%

1.5W Saving Mode

100 / 110 / 115 / 120V RMS

-10% / +4%

Input Voltage, Over Temperature.

5 Second

Remote Control Unit S-R5 Optional

Safety UL458

EMC FCC Class B

Operating Temperature Range

Storage Temperature Range

Dimensions

Cooling

Weight 7.0 kg / 15.5 lbs.

Note: The specifications are subject to change without notice.

2-3. Mechanical Drawings

0 - 40℃

-30℃ to 70℃

390 (L) x 275 (W) x 105 (H) mm / 15.4 (L) x 10.8 (W) x 4.1 (H) Inch

Thermostatically controlled cooling fan ( 55℃ ON , 45℃ OFF)

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3. Introduction

This power inverter series is the member of the most advanced line of mobile AC
power systems available.
To get the most out of the power inverter, it must be installed and used properly.
Please read the instructions in this manual before installing and using this model.

3-1. Front Panel Operations

3-1-1. Front view

3-1-2. ON / OFF switch

Power ON/OFF switch, leave in the OFF position during installation.

3-1-3. Battery Voltage indicator

The battery voltage bar graph indicates the voltage at the input
terminals of the power inverter. At low input current, this voltage is very
close to the battery voltage. At high input current, this voltage will be
lower than the battery voltage because of the voltage drop across the
cable and connections. Ideally, the voltage should remain in the green
Ares of the bar graph. If the voltage goes into the red area at top and
bottom of the graph, inverter may shutdown.

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3-1-4. Battery Voltage indicator

The AC load watt bar graph indicates the power drawn from the power
inverter by the load. For long term operation, the watt indicator
should remind in the green & orange area of the bar graph.
Short term operation is possible with watt indicator in the red area.
If the watt indicator rises to high values the bar will flash and the
inverter will shutdown to protect itself.

3-1-5. OVP : Over Voltage indicator

The over voltage indicator indicates that the power inverter has shut itself down because its input voltage exceeded 12 / 24 VDC version.

3-1-6. UVP : Under Voltage Protection indicator

The under voltage indicator indicates that the power inverter has shut itself down because its input voltage fell below 12 / 24 VDC.

3-1-7. OTP : Over Temperature Protection indicator

The over temp indicator indicates that the power inverter has shut itself
down because its temp has become overheated. The power inverter
may overheat because it has been operated at power levels above its
rating, or because it has been installed in a location which does not
allow it to dissipate heat properly. The power inverter will restart
automatically, once it has cooled off.

3-1-8. OLP : Over Load Protection indicator

The overload indicator indicates that the power inverter has shut itself
down because its output has been short circuited or drastically
overloaded.
Switch the ON/OFF switch to OFF, correct the fault condition, and then
switch the ON/OFF switch back to ON to reset the unit.

3-1-9. Power Saving: Power energy saving enable.
See appendix 9-2 for detailed information.

3-1-10. AC Outlet (Outlet sockets available):

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Universal

North America (GFCI) North America (NEMA 5-15R)

Continental European (SCHUKO) Australia / New Zealand

United Kingdom

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3-2. Rear Panel Operations

3-2-1. Ventilation Openings

Do not obstruct, allow at least 3 inch for air flow.

3-2-2. DC Terminals

Connect to 12V / 24 V battery or the other power sources. 【+】is positive, 【-】is negative. Reverse polarity connection will

blow internal fuse and may damage inverter permanently.

Model voltage Min voltage Max. voltage

SA-1500-112 10.0 VDC 16.0 VDC

SA-1500-124 20.0 VDC 32.0 VDC

WARNING!

Do not connect the 12V model to a 24 battery,
The unit will be destroyed immediately.

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Alarm

3-2-3. RS-232C

Connect to remote control unit (option accessory) or taken remote controlled working status by computer.

3-2-4. Connect chassis ground terminal to earth or to vehicle chassis using

#8 AWG wire.

WARNING!

Operation of the inverter without a proper ground
connection may result in an electrical safety hazard.

3-3. Protection Feature

DC Input

Model

Over voltage

Under

Under Voltage

Voltage

Shut-down Restart Shut-down Restart Shut-down Restart

SA-1500-112 17.1VDC 15.8VDC 10.2VDC 9.5VDC 12.4VDC

SA-1500-124 34.1VDC 31.5VDC 20.4VDC 19.3VDC 24.8VDC

Over Temperature

Protection

85℃ 45℃

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