Tripp Lite 93-2182, 200310080 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

PowerVerter

RV Series (v. 3.0)

DC-to-AC Inverter/Chargers

Input Output

Invert: 12 VDC 120V, 60 Hz. AC Charge: 120V, 60 Hz. AC 12 VDC

Quiet Mobile Power

Congratulations! You’ve purchased the most advanced, feature-rich Inverter/Charger designed for recreational vehicle applications. Tripp Lite RV 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: rolling down the highway, dry camping in majestic back country or parked overnight at a money-saving non-electric site. RV Inverter/Chargers provide your equipment with utility- or generator-supplied AC electricity (filtered through premium ISOBAR®surge protection) whenever available. In addition, your RV Inverter/Charger automatically powers your RV’s 12V system and recharges your connected battery bank—doing what traditional RV converter/chargers do. Whenever power blackouts, brownouts or high voltages occur, your RV Inverter/Charger immediately and automatically switches over to inverting battery output to power connected AC equipment.

Better for Your Equipment Premium Protection Levels

• Built-In ISOBAR®Surge Protection

• Automatic Overload Protection

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Ideal Output for All Loads (including computers)

• Frequency-Controlled Output

• Fast Load Switching

• Balanced Load Sharing*

Better for Your Batteries Faster Battery Recharge

• High-Amp, 3-Stage Battery Charger (adjustable)

Critical Battery Protection

• Battery Charge Conserver (Load Sense)*

• Battery Temperature Sensing*

• High-Efficiency DC-to-AC Inversion

Better for You Quiet, Simple, Maintenance-Free Operation

• Multi-Function Lights & Switches

• Automatic Generator Starting*

• Moisture-Resistant Construction

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Contents

Specifications/Warranty 2

Safety 3

Battery Selection 8

Mounting 9

Feature Identification 4

Operation 5

Configuration 6-7

* Available on all models except 612 models. †Inverter/Chargers are moisture-resistant, not waterproof.

Battery Connection 10

AC Input/Output Connection 11

Service/Maintenance/Troubleshooting 12 (back page)

two 4164 (fuse blocks) two 4164 (fuse blocks)

(fuse blocks)

4164

(fuse block) two

two 4164 (fuse block) 4164

(fuse block)

4164

(fuse block)

Note on Labeling Two symbols are used on the RV labels.

V~: AC Voltage V : DC Voltage

DC Input Volts (Nominal):12 VDC • · DC Input Voltage Range: 10 - 15 VDC • Output Volts (Nominal): 120 VAC, ± 5% • Output Frequency (Nominal): 60 Hz, ± 0.5% • Efficiency: 88% to 94%, depending on load and temperature

Specifications

MODEL NUMBER: RV612UL RV612ULH RV1012UL RV1012ULHW RV1512UL RV1512OEM RV2012UL RV2012OEM RV2512OEM RV3012OEM

Series Number: AGAP60012MVJ AGAP60012MVJ AGAP100012MV3 AGAP100012MV3 AGAP200012MV3 AGAP200012MVP3 AGAP200012MV3 AGAP200012MVP3

AC Input Connection: Input Cord Hardwire Input Cord Hardwire Hardwire Hardwire Hardwire Hardwire Hardwire Hardwire

INVERTER

Common Specifications for All Models: •

Select Tripp Lite Inverter/Chargers include a Battery Charge Conserver (Load Sense) Control which saves battery power by allowing users to set the minimum load level at which the unit’s

inverter turns on. Users can significantly reduce the No Load DC Input Current (approximately 1 to 3 A for all models) to a very low amp level with the use of this control.

Continuous Power (@ 20 C): 600 600 1000 1000 1500 1500 2000 2000 2500 3000

OverPower™ Peak Surge Power:* 90 0 900 1500 1500 2250 2250 3000 3000 3750 4500

Double Boost™ Peak Surge Power:* 1200 1200 2000 2000 3000 3000 4000 4000 5000 6000

Maximum Output AC Current 5 A 5 A 8.3 A 8.3 A 12.5 A 12.5 A 16.7 A 16.7 A 20 A 25 A

(Continuous):

UL Required DC Fuse TPN-80 (fuse) TPN-80 (fuse) ANL-200 (fuse) ANL-200 (fuse) ANL-275 two ANL-200 (fuses) ANL-325 (fuse) two ANL-200 (fuses) two ANL-200 (fuses) two ANL-275 (fuses)

and Fuse Block: R25100-1CR (fuse block) R25100-1CR (fuse block) 4164 (fuse block) 4164

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DC Input Current @

Nominal V DC Full Load: 56 A 56 A 95 A 95 A 145 A 145 A 190 A 190 A 240 A 290 A

BATTERY CHARGER

Acceptance Volts VDC: Selectable 14.4 V** / 14.2 V Wet** / Gel • Float Volts DC (w/gel): 13.3 V (13.6 V) • · Input Volts (Nominal): 120 VAC

Common Specifications for All Models •

Charging Capacity DC: 45 A / 11 A** 45 A** / 11 A 55 A** / 14 A 55 A** / 14 A 75 A** / 19 A 75 A** / 19 A 100 A** / 25 A 100 A** / 25 A 120 A** / 30 A 140 A** / 35 A

Input Current AC: 9.5 A 9.5 A 11.5 A 11.5 A 15 A 15 A 20 A 20 A 24 A 30 A

Maximum Input Volts (Transfer to Battery) (Continuous, Charger at Maximum): Selectable 135** or 145 VAC

•

Input Frequency (Nominal): 60 Hz, ±10%

LINE VAC OPERATION

Common Specifications for All Models •

Minimum Input Volts: Selectable 95** or Selectable 95** or Selectable 75**, 85, Selectable 75**, 85, Selectable 75**, 85, Selectable 75**, 85, Selectable 75**, 85, Selectable 75**, 85, Selectable 75**, 85, Selectable 75**, 85,

(Transfer to Battery) 105 VAC 105 VAC 95 or 105 VAC 95 or 105 VAC 95 or 105 VAC 95 or 105 VAC 95 or 105 VAC 95 or 105 VAC 95 or 105 VAC 95 or 105 VAC

Maximum Input AC Current 11.3 A 14.5 A 12 A 20 A 35 A 35 A 38 A 40 A 44 A 37 A

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Minimum Recommended Cable Sizing Chart

(Continuous, Charger

at Maximum):

Maximum Bypass AC Current: 6 A 6 A 12 A 12 A 20 A 20/20 A 20 A 20/20 A 20/20 A 20/20 A

(Load circuit breaker limited)

* OverPower duration (up to 1 hour). DoubleBoost duration (up to 10 seconds). Actual duration depends on battery age, battery charge level and ambient temperature. **Factory setting. The policy of Tripp Lite is one of continuous improvement. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Twin 00 (2/0)

Wire Gauge

Inverter/Charger DC Volt: 12

Use in conjunction with DC wiring connection instructions in the Battery Connection section.

Watts 6 4 2 0 00 (2/0) (RV2012OEM, RV2512OEM & RV3012OEM only)

500 15 ft 25 ft 39 ft 62 ft 79 ft 158 ft.

700 11 ft 18 ft 28 ft 44 ft 56 ft 112 ft.

1000 N/R 12 ft 20 ft 31 ft 39 ft 78 ft.

2000 N/R N/R N/R 16 ft 20 ft 40 ft.

2400 N/R N/R N/R 13 ft 16 ft 32 ft.

N/R = Not Recommended. NOTE: Acceptable power is directly related to cable length (i.e. - the shorter the cable, the better the performance)

3000 N/R N/R N/R 10 ft 13 ft 26 ft.

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Limited Warranty

Tripp Lite warrants its Inverter/Chargers to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a 30 month period from the date of retail purchase by end user.

Tripp Lite’s obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing (at its sole option) any such defective products.To obtain service under this warranty you must obtain a Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number from Tripp Lite or an authorized Tripp Lite service center.Products must be returned to Tripp Lite or an author-

ized Tripp Lite service center with transportation charges prepaid and must be accompanied by a brief description of the problem encountered and proof of date and place of purchase. This warranty does not apply to equipment which has been damaged by accident, negligence or misapplication or has been altered or modified

in any way, including opening of the unit’s casing for any reason.This warranty applies only to the original purchaser who must have properly registered the product within 10 days of retail purchase.

EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, TRIPP LITE MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some states do not permit limitation or exclusion of implied warranties; therefore, the aforesaid limitation(s) or exclusion(s)

may not apply to the purchaser.

EXCEPT AS PROVIDED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT WILL TRIPP LITE BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. Specifically, Tripp Lite is not liable for any

costs, such as lost profits or revenue, loss of equipment, loss of use of equipment, loss of software, loss of data, costs of substitutes, claims by third parties, or otherwise.

Tripp Lite has a policy of continuous improvement. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Important Safety Instructions

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

This manual contains important instructions and warnings that should be followed during the installation, operation and storage of all Tripp Lite Inverter/Chargers.

Location Warnings

• Install your Inverter/Charger (whether for a mobile or stationary application) in a location or compartment that minimizes exposure to heat, dust, direct sunlight and moisture.

• 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.

Battery Connection Warnings

• The Inverter/Charger will not operate (with or without utility power) until batteries are connected.

• 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

Do not use a Tripp Lite RV Inverter/Charger in life support or healthcare applications where a malfunction or failure of a Tripp Lite RV Inverter/Charger could cause failure of, or significantly alter the performance of, a life support device or medical equipment.

• 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.

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

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 OFF position. Dangerous arcing may result.

Feature Identification

HOT IN

NEUTRAL IN

GROUND IN

GROUND OUT

HOT OUT

“FOR USE WITH COPPER WIRE ONLY”

NEUTRAL OUT

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

Configuration DIP Switches: optimize Inverter/Charger

operation depending on your application. See pages 6-7 for setting instructions.

Operating Mode Switch: controls Inverter/Charger operation.

The “AUTO/REMOTE” setting ensures your equipment receives constant, uninterrupted AC power. It also enables the Inverter/Charger to be remotely monitored and controlled with an optional remote module (Tripp Lite model APSRM2, sold separately or included with select models). The “CHARGE ONLY” setting allows your batteries to return to full charge faster by turning the inverter off which halts battery discharging. See page 5 for setting instructions.

Operation Indicator Lights: intuitive “traffic light” signals

show whether the Inverter/Charger is operating from AC line power or DC battery power. It also warns you if the connected equipment load is too high. See page 5 for instructions on reading indicator lights.

Battery Indicator Lights: intuitive “traffic light” signals show

approximate charge level of your battery. See page 5 for instructions on reading indicator lights.

DC Power Terminals: connect to your battery terminals. See

page 10 for connection instructions.

Ground Fault Interrupter (GFI) AC Receptacles (not on hardwire models): allow you to connect equipment that would

normally be plugged into a utility outlet. They feature ground fault interrupter switches that trip if there is excessive current on the ground safety wire.

AC Input Cord (not on hardwire models): connects the

Inverter/Charger to any source of utility- or generator-supplied AC power. See page 11 for connection instructions.

Hardwire AC Input/Output Terminals (not on corded models): securely connect the Inverter/Charger to vehicle or

facility electrical system input and recommended GFCI receptacle output. See page 11 for connection instructions.

Resettable Circuit Breaker: protect your Inverter/Charger against

damage due to overload. See page 5 for resetting instructions.

Remote Control Module Connector: allows remote monitoring

and control with an optional module (Tripp Lite model APSRM2, sold separately or included with select models). See remote module owner’s manual for connection instructions.

Battery Charge Conserver (Load Sense) Dial (not on 612 models): conserves battery power by setting the low-load level

at which the Inverter/Charger’s inverter automatically shuts off. See page 7 for setting instructions.

Main Ground Lug: properly grounds the Inverter/Charger to

vehicle grounding system or to earth ground. See page 10 for connection instructions.

Multi-Speed Cooling Fan: quiet, efficient fan prolongs equipment

service life.

DC Power Terminal Cover Plate

Hardwire AC Input/Output Cover Plate

Battery Temperature Sensing Connector (not on 612 models):

prolongs battery life by adjusting charge based on battery temperature. Use with cable (included on select models). See page 7 for details.

Automatic Generator Start Connector (not on 612 models):

automatically cycles generator based on battery voltage. Use with user-supplied cable. See page 7 for details.

Front View (Corded Models)

* 612 models have only one set of DIP Switches. ** Select models include front-mounted ground lug. † Available on all models except 612 models.

Front View (Dual Input/Output Hardwire Models)

1* 10

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Side Mounted,

Not Shown

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Side Mounted,

Not Shown

Front View (Single Input/Output Hardwire Models)

Rear View (Single Input/Output Hardwire Models and Select Corded Models)

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Side Mounted, Not Shown

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