Tripp Lite APS2012 Users Manual

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APS Series

DC-to-AC Inverter/Chargers

Input Output

Invert: 12, 24, 36 or 48 VDC 120V, 60 Hz. AC Charge: 120V, 60 Hz. AC 12, 24, 36 or 48 VDC

Reliable Emergency Backup Power

Congratulations! You’ve purchased the most advanced, feature-rich Inverter/Charger designed as an alternative energy source during utility power failures. Tripp Lite APS Inverter/Chargers keep your equipment constantly up and productive through all utility power problems (blackouts, brownouts and high voltages) by inverting DC power from user-supplied batteries into AC power. Built-in surge suppression provides an additional level of equipment protection. When utility power is present, APS Inverter/Chargers automatically pass through power to your equipment while simultaneously recharging your connected battery bank. APS Inverter/Chargers are the quiet alternative to gas generators during emergency backup applications—with no fumes, fuel or noise to deal with! You get AC electricity anywhere and anytime you need it.

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 Simple, Maintenance-Free Operation

• Multi-Function Lights & Switches

• Moisture-Resistant Construction**

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, 750 and 1250 models. ** Inverter/Chargers are moisture-resistant, not waterproof.

Battery Connection 10

AC Input/Output Connection 11

Service/Maintenance/Troubleshooting 12

Español 13

Inverter/Charger DC Volt: 48

Inverter/Charger DC Volt: 36*

Note on Labeling

Two symbols are used on the APS labels.

V~: AC Voltage : DC Voltage

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Wire Gauge

Watts 10 8 6 4 2

500 98 ft 156 ft 248 ft 394 ft 626 ft

700 70 ft 111 ft 177 ft 281 ft 447 ft

1000 49 ft 78 ft 124 ft 197 ft 313 ft

2000 25 ft 39 ft 62 ft 99 ft 157 ft

2400 20 ft 32 ft 52 ft 82 ft 131 ft

Wire Gauge

• 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: APS612 APS750 APS1012 APS1250 APS1524 APS2012 APS2424 APS2448 APS3624VR APS3636VR

AC Input Connection: Input Cord Input Cord Input Cord Input Cord 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 to a very low amp level with the use of this control.

Continuous Power (@ 20 C): 600 750 1000 1250 1500 2000 2400 2400 3600 3600

OverPower™ Peak Surge Power:* 900 1125 1500 1875 2250 3000 3600 3600 5400 5400

Double Boost™ Peak Surge Power:* 1200 1500 2000 2500 3000 4000 4800 4800 7200 7200

DC Input Volts (Nominal): 12 VDC 12 VDC 12 VDC 12 VDC 24 VDC 12 VDC 24 VDC 48 VDC 24 VDC 36 VDC

DC Input Voltage Range: 10-15 VDC 10-15 VDC 10-15 VDC 10-15 VDC 20-30 VDC 10-15 VDC 20-30 VDC 40-60 VDC 20-30 VDC 30-45 VDC

Minimum DC Fuse Rating: 100 A 150 A 225 A 225 A 125 A 400 A 300 A 100 A 300 A 300 A

DC Input Current @ Nominal V DC

Full Load 56 A 72 A 95 A 127 A 70 A 192 A 112 A 56 A 170 A 114 A

BATTERY CHARGER

• Input Volts (Nominal): 120 VAC

Common Specifications for All Models

Charging Capacity DC: 20 A 20 A 55 A/14 A** 30 A 36 A/9 A** 100 A/25 A** 55 A/14 A** 15 A/off** 65 A/16 A** 30 A

Acceptance Volts VDC: 14.4 V/14.2 V 14.4 V/14.2 V 14.4 V/14.2 V 14.4 V/14.2 V 28.8 V/28.4 V 14.4 V/14.2 V 28.8 V/28.4 V 57.6 V/56.8 V 28.8 V/28.4 V 43.2 V/42.6 V

Selectable (Wet**/Gel)

Float Volts VDC (w/gel): 13.3 V (13.6 V) 13.3 V (13.6 V) 13.3 V (13.6 V) 13.3 V (13.6 V) 26.6 V (27.2 V) 13.3 V (13.6 V) 26.6 V (27.2 V) 53.2 V (54.4 V) 26.6 V (27.2 V) 39.9 V (40.8 V)

Input Current AC (Maximum): 4.2 A 4.2 A 11.5 A 6.3 A 16 A 21 A 24 A 13.3 A 29 A 20 A

• Minimum Input Volts (Transfer to Battery): Selectable 75,** 85, 95 or 105 VAC • Maximum Input Volts (Transfer to Battery): Selectable 135** or 145 VAC • Input Frequency (Nominal): 60 Hz, ±10%

LINE VAC OPERATION

Common Specifications for All Models

Total Input AC Current

(Continuous, Charger at Maximum): 9.2 A 12 A 14 A 12 A 29 A 38 A 44 A 33 A 59 A 50 A

Maximum Output

Watts 8 6 4 2 0

†

Inverter/Charger DC Volt: 24

700 63 ft 100 ft 158 ft 252 ft 400 ft

Wire Gauge

Watts 8 6 4 2 0

500 39 ft 62 ft 99 ft 157 ft 249 ft

Minimum Recommended Cable Sizing Charts

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

Wire Gauge

Inverter/Charger DC Volt: 12

Current (Continuous): 5 A 8 A 8.3 A 12 A 12.5 A 16.7 A 20 A 20 A 30 A 30 A

The policy of Tripp Lite is one of continuous improvement. Specifications are subject to change without notice. This product designed and engineered in the USA.

* 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.

Watts 6 4 2 0 00 (2/0)

500 15 ft 25 ft 39 ft 62 ft 79 ft

1000 44 ft 70 ft 111 ft 176 ft 280 ft

700 28 ft 44 ft 70 ft 112 ft 178 ft

700 11 ft 18 ft 28 ft 44 ft 56 ft

2000 22 ft 35 ft 55 ft 88 ft 140 ft

1000 19 ft 31 ft 49 ft 78 ft 125 ft

1000 8 ft 12 ft 20 ft 31 ft 39 ft

2400 18 ft 29 ft 46 ft 73 ft 117 ft

2000 10 ft 15 ft 25 ft 39 ft 62 ft

2000 4 ft 6 ft 10 ft 16 ft 20 ft

3000 15 ft 23 ft 37 ft 59 ft 93 ft

3600 12 ft 19 ft 31 ft 49 ft 78 ft

* If your model accepts 4 conductors, simply double the acceptable cable lengths.

2400 8 ft 13 ft 21 ft 33 ft 52 ft

3000 6 ft 10 ft 16 ft 26 ft 42 ft

Limited Warranty

ter. Products must be returned to Tripp Lite or an authorized 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 equip-

ment 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 with-

in 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 war-

ranties; therefore, the aforesaid limitation(s) or exclusion(s) may not apply to the purchaser.

Tripp Lite warrants its Inverter/Chargers to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year (except for outside of U.S.A., Canada and Mexico—120 days) from the date of retail purchase by end user

† NOTE: Acceptable power is directly related to cable length (i.e. - the shorter the cable, the better the performance). Cable length is the sum of the positive cable length and the negative cable length.

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 cen-

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. 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 APS Inverter/Charger in life support or healthcare applications where a malfunction or failure of a Tripp Lite APS 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 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

L O W

M ED

BATTERY

OPERATION

L IN E

L O A D

IN V

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 APSRM4, 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.

AC Receptacles (not on hardwire models): allow you to connect

equipment that would normally be plugged into a utility outlet.

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 Terminal Strip (not on corded

models): securely connects the Inverter/Charger to facility or

vehicle electrical system. See page 11 for connection instructions.

Resettable Circuit Breakers: 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 APSRM4, sold separately or included with select models). See remote module owner’s manual for connection instructions.

Battery Charge Conserver (Load Sense) Control (available on select 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

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

Thermostatically-Controlled Cooling Fan: quiet, efficient fan

regulates internal temperature and prolongs equipment service life. Fan runs intermittently depending on temperature and load.

DC Power Terminal Cover Plate

Hardwire AC Input/Output Cover Plate

Battery Temperature Sensing Connector (available on select

models): prolongs battery life by adjusting charge based on battery

temperature. Use with cable (included on select models). See page 7 for details.

Voltage Regulation Indicator Lights (available on select models):

shows when the Inverter/Charger is automatically “boosting” abnormally low AC voltage or “cutting” abnormally high AC voltage without relying on battery power. This function is automatic and requires no action on the user’s part.

Redundant Switch/Indicator Light Panel (available on select models): additional top mounted switch/indicator light panel allows

easy control and monitoring when Inverter/Charger is vertically mounted.

1 24 3

1013

Front View (612, 750 & 1250 Corded Models)

Front View (All Hardwire Models except APS3624VR).

10 111314

“FOR USE WITH COPPER WIRE ONLY”

HOT IN

NEUTRAL IN

GROUND IN

GROUND OUT

HOT OUT

NEUTRAL OUT

8 15

24 3

Side Mounted, Not Shown

Rear Mounted, Not Shown

Front View (1012 Corded Models)

Top View

Front View (APS3624VR Models)

1 24 3

124 3

10 1113

“FOR USE WITH COPPER WIRE ONLY”

HOT IN

NEUTRAL IN

GROUND IN

GROUND OUT

HOT OUT

NEUTRAL OUT

111314

Side Mounted, Not Shown

Rear Mounted, Not Shown

Operation

Switch Modes

After configuring, mounting and connecting your Inverter/Charger, you are able to operate it by switching between the following operating modes as appropriate to your situation:

AUTO/REMOTE: Switch to this mode when you need constant, uninterrupted AC power for connected appliances and equipment. The Inverter/Charger will continue to supply AC power to connected equipment and to charge your connected batteries while utilityor generator-supplied AC power is present. Since the inverter is ON (but in Standby) in this mode, it will automatically switch to your battery system to supply AC power to connected equipment in the absence of a utility/generator source or in over/under voltage situations. “AUTO/REMOTE” also enables an optional remote control module (Tripp Lite model APSRM4, sold separately or included with select models) to function when connected to the unit. This setting also allows operation of the Redundant Operating Mode Switch mounted on the top panel of select models

CHARGE ONLY: Switch to this mode when you are not using connected appliances and equipment in order to conserve battery power by disabling the inverter. The Inverter/Charger will continue to supply AC power to connected equipment and charge connected batteries while utility- or generator-supplied AC power is present. However, since the inverter is OFF in this mode, it WILL NOT supply AC power to connected equipment in the absence of a utility/generator source or in over/under voltage situations.

OFF: Switch to this mode to shut down the Inverter/Charger completely, preventing the inverter from drawing power from the batteries, and preventing utility AC from passing through to connected equipment or charging the batteries. Use this switch to automatically reset the unit if it shuts down due to overload or overheating. First remove the excessive load or allow the unit to sufficiently cool (applicable to your situation). Switch to “OFF”, then back to “AUTO/REMOTE” or “CHARGE ONLY” as desired. If unit fails to reset, remove more load or allow unit to cool further and retry. Use an optional remote control module (Tripp Lite model APSRM4, sold separately or included with select models) to reset unit due to overload only.

Indicator Lights

Your Inverter/Charger (as well as an optional Tripp Lite Remote Control Module, sold separately or included with select models) is equipped with a simple, intuitive, user-friendly set of indicator lights. These easily-remembered “traffic light” signals will allow you, shortly after first use, to tell at a glance the charge condition of your batteries, as well as ascertain operating details and fault conditions.

LINE Green Indicator: If the operating mode switch is set to “AUTO/REMOTE,” this light will ILLUMINATE CONTINUOUSLY when your connected equipment is receiving continuous AC power supplied from a utility/generator source.

If the operating mode switch is set to “CHARGE ONLY,” this light will FLASH to alert you that the unit’s inverter is OFF and will NOT supply AC power in the absence of a utility/generator source or in over/under voltage situations.

INV (Inverting) Yellow Indicator: This light will ILLUMINATE CONTINUOUSLY whenever connected equipment is receiving battery-supplied, inverted AC power (in the absence of a utility/generator source or in over/under voltage situations). This light will be off when AC power is supplying the load. This light will FLASH to alert you if the load is less than the Battery Charge Conserver (Load Sense) setting.

LOAD Red Indicator: This red light will ILLUMINATE CONTINUOUSLY whenever the inverter is functioning and the power demanded by connected appliances and equipment exceeds 100% of load capacity. The light will FLASH to alert you when the inverter shuts down due to a severe overload or overheating. If this happens, turn the operating mode switch “OFF”; remove the overload and let the unit cool. You may then turn the operating mode switch to either “AUTO/REMOTE” or “CHARGE ONLY” after it has adequately cooled. This light will be off when AC power is supplying the load.

BATTERY Indicator Lights: These three lights will illuminate in several sequences to show the approximate charge level of your connected battery bank and alert you to two fault conditions:

Approximate Battery Charge Level*

Indicator Illuminated Battery Capacity

Green 91%–Full

Green & Yellow 81%–90%

Yellow 61%–80%

Yellow & Red 41%–60%

Red 21%–40%

All three lights off 1%–20%

Flashing red 0% (Inverter

(Charging/Discharging)

2 3

shutdown)

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

Fault Condition

Indicator Illuminated Fault Condition

All three lights Excessive discharge

flash slowly* (Inverter shutdown) All three lights Overcharge (Charger

flash quickly** shutdown)

*Approximately ½ second on, ½ second off. See Troubleshooting section. ** Approximately ¼ second on, ¼ second off. May also indicate a battery charger fault exists. See Troubleshooting section.

Voltage Regulation Indicator Lights (available on select models): these green lights will illuminate to

indicate when the Inverter/Charger is automatically “boosting” abnormally low AC voltage or “cutting” abnormally high AC voltage without relying on battery power. This function is automatic and requires no action on the user’s part.

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 “OFF” and remove some of the connected electrical load (ie: 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: Alternatively, check output circuit breaker(s) on the unit’s front panel. If tripped, remove some of the electrical load, then wait one minute to allow components to cool before resetting the circuit breaker. See Troubleshooting for other possible reasons AC output may be absent.

See page 11 for Redundant Switch/Indicator Light Panel

Configuration

INPUT C/B 10A

OUTPUT C/B 12A

B4 B3 B2 B1

A4 A3 A2 A1

Set Configuration DIP Switches

Using a small tool, set the Configuration DIP Switches (located on the front panel of your unit, see diagram) to optimize Inverter/Charger operation depending on your application. 612, 750 and 1250 models have one set of four DIP Switches (Group A). All other models include an additional set of four DIP switches (Group B) to configure additional operational functions.

Group B Dip Switches (Select Models)

Group A Dip Switches (All Models)

Group A DIP Switches (All Models)

Select Battery Type—REQUIRED

CAUTION: The Battery Type DIP Switch setting must match the type of batteries you connect, or your batteries may be degraded or damaged over an extended period of time. See “Battery Selection,” p. 8 for more information.

A1A2A3A4

Battery Type Switch Position

Gel Cell (Sealed) Battery Up Wet Cell (Vented) Battery Down (factory setting)

Select Low AC Input Voltage Point for Switching to Battery—OPTIONAL*

Voltage Switch Position

105V #A4 Up & #A3 Up 95V #A4 Up & #A3 Down 85V #A4 Down & #A3 Up 75V #A4 Down & #A3 Down

(factory setting)

* Most of your connected appliances and equipment will perform adequately when your Inverter/Charger’s High AC Input Voltage Point is left in the factory setting and its Low AC Voltage Input Point is set to 95V. However, if the unit frequently switches to battery power due to momentary high/low line voltage swings that would have little effect on equipment operation, you may wish to adjust these settings. By increasing the High AC Voltage Point and/or decreasing the Low AC Voltage Point, you will reduce the number of times your unit switches to battery due to voltage swings.

Select High AC Input Voltage Point

for Switching to Battery—OPTIONAL*

Voltage Switch Position

145V Up 135V Down (factory setting)

A1A2A3A4

Group B DIP Switches (Select Models)

Select Load Sharing—OPTIONAL (Not on 612, 750 and 1250 Models)

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

To reduce the chance of tripping this breaker, Inverter/Chargers may be set to automatically limit the charger output. This keeps the sum of the unit’s AC load and charge power within the circuit breaker rating. This charger-limiting function has four settings, allowing you to reduce the charger’s draw lower and lower, as needed, if the AC input circuit breaker keeps tripping under the normal AC loads of devices you have connected downline from the unit. The figures on the next page show how to set your DIP Switches to determine how heavy the connected load can be on your Inverter/Charger before charger-limiting begins.

Configuration

B1B2B3B4

(continued)

Select Battery Charger-Limiting Points—OPTIONAL

(Not on 612, 750 or 1250 Models) Most Limiting (#B1 & #B2 Up, factory set-

ting): Charger-limiting takes effect the moment any 120V AC load is applied; charger output falls gradually from full output at no 120V load passing through to no output at full load.

Less Limiting (#B1 Down & #B2 Up): Charger-limiting begins when the Inverter/Charger’s load reaches 33% of the Inverter/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.

Select Equalize Battery Charge—OPTIONAL

(Not on 612, 750 or 1250 Models)

This DIP Switch is momentarily engaged

B1B2B3B4

Reset

to begin the process of equalizing the charge state of your battery’s cells by timelimited overcharge of all cells. This can

Equaliz

extend the useful life of certain types of batteries; consult with your battery’s manufacturer to determine if your batteries could benefit from this process. The charge equalization process is automatic; once started, it can only be stopped by removing the input power.

Least Limiting (#B1 Up & #B2 Down): Charger-limiting begins at when the Inverter/Charger’s load reaches 66% of the Inverter/Charger’s load rating. Charger output falls gradually from full output at 66% of the Inverter/Charger’s load rating to about 66% of full output at full load.

No Limiting (#B1 & #B2 Down): No charger-limiting occurs at any load size.

Setting Procedure

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

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

CAUTION: Do not leave DIP switch #3 in the down position after beginning process. Battery charge equalization should only be performed in strict accordance with the battery manufacturer’s instructions and specifications.

Battery Charge Switch Position

Reset Up (factory setting) Equalize Down—momentarily

Set Battery Charging Amps—OPTIONAL

(Not on 612, 750 or 1250 Models)

Check specifications for your unit’s highand low-charging amp options. By setting on high charging, your batteries will charge at maximum speed. When setting on low charging, you lengthen the life of

B1B2B3B4

Battery Charger Switch Position

Low Charge Amps Up (factory setting) High Charge Amps Down

CAUTION: When switching to the High Charge Amp setting, the user must ensure that the amp hour capacity of their battery system exceeds the amperage of the High Charge Amp setting or the batteries may be damaged or degraded.

your batteries (especially smaller ones).

Set Battery Charge Conserver (Load Sense) Control—OPTIONAL (Not on 612, 750 or 1250 Models) In order to save battery power, the unit's inverter automatically shuts off in the absence of any power demand from

connected equipment or appliances (the electrical load). When the Inverter/Charger detects a load, it automatically turns its inverter function on. Users may choose the minimum load the Inverter/Charger will detect by adjusting the Battery Charge Conserver Control (see diagram). Using a small tool, turn the control clockwise to lower the minimum load that will be detected, causing the inverter to turn on for smaller loads. When the control is turned

MAX

(GREATER

LOAD

ON)

OFF

(LESSER

LOAD

ON)

fully clockwise, the inverter will operate even when there is no load. Turn the control counterclockwise to increase the minimum load that will be detected, causing the inverter to stay off until the new minimum load is reached.

NOTE: The factory setting for the control is fully clockwise. However, based on the threshold load to which you’d like the inverter to respond, you should adjust the control counterclockwise to reduce its sensitivity until the inverter is active only when connected equipment or appliances are actually in use.

Connect Remote Control—Optional (All models) All models feature an 8-conductor telephone style receptacle on the front panel for use with an optional remote control module (Tripp Lite

model APSRM4, sold separately or included with select models). The remote module allows the Inverter/Charger to be mounted in a compartment or cabinet out of sight, while operated conveniently from a remote location. See instructions packed with the remote control module.

Connect Battery Temperature Sensing Cable—OPTIONAL (Select Models) The battery temperature sensing function prolongs battery life by adjusting the charge float voltage level based on battery temperature. Connect

the sensor cable (the cable, included with select models, has an RJ style connector on one end and a black sensor on the other) to the RJ style jack located on the side of the Inverter/Charger labeled “Remote Temp. Sense.” Affix the sensor to the side of your battery below the electrolyte level. To guard against false readings due to ambient temperature, place the sensor between batteries, if possible, or away from sources of extreme heat or cold. If the sensor cable is not used, the Inverter/Charger will charge according to its default 25º C values.

Battery Selection

Select Battery Type

Select “Deep Cycle” batteries to enjoy optimum performance from your Inverter/Charger. 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.

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 plus the output of an alternator when one is used.

Example

• STEP 1) Determine Total Wattage Required

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

¼" Drill Orbital Sander Cordless Tool Charger

300W + 220W + 20W = 540W

Tools

• STEP 2) Determine DC Battery Amps Required

Divide the total wattage required (from step 1, above) by the battery voltage (i.e. 12, 24, 36 or 48) to determine the DC amps required.

• STEP 3) Estimate Battery Amp-Hours Required

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

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. To estimate the minimum amount of time you need to recharge your batteries given your application, divide your required battery amp-hours (from step 3, above) by your Inverter/Charger’s rated charging amps (see Specifications section).

NOTE: For Tripp Lite Inverter/Chargers providing 1000 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 1000 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.

Appliances

Blender Color TV Laptop Computer

300W + 140W + 100W = 540W

540 watts ÷ 12V = 45 DC Amps

45 DC Amps × 5 Hrs. Runtime

× 1.2 Inefficiency Rating = 270 Amp-Hours

270 Amp-Hours ÷ 30 Amps

Inverter/Charger Rating = 9 Hours Recharge

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