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Owner’s Manual

PowerVerter

DC-to-AC

Inverter/Charger

Model: APS700HF

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

Reliable Emergency Backup Power

Congratulations on your purchase of the PowerVerter®APS700HF Inverter/Charger! The APS700HF gives you a convenient, reliable source of AC electricity anywhere and anytime you need it. It keeps connected equipment up and productive through all utility power problems (blackouts, brownouts and high voltages) by inverting DC power from user-supplied batteries into AC power. When utility power is present, the APS700HF automatically passes through power to your equipment while simultaneously recharging your connected battery bank. Built-in surge suppression provides connected equipment with additional protection. The APS700HF is the clean, quiet emergency backup power alternative to gas generators—with no fuel, fumes, or noise to deal with!

Better for Your Equipment Premium Protection Levels

• Built-In Isobar®Surge Protection

• Automatic Overload Protection Ideal Output for All Loads

• Frequency-Controlled Output

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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 Simple, Maintenance-Free Operation

• Multi-Function Lights & Switches

• Moisture-Resistant Construction*

Contents

Specifications/Warranty 2 A Safety 3 A Feature Identification 4 A Operation 5-6 A Battery Selection 7 A

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

Mounting 8 A Battery Connection 9 A AC Input/Output Connection 10 A Service and Maintenance 10 A Troubleshooting 11 A

Español 12 A

Specifications

Model: APS700HF

AC Input Connection: Input Cord (NEMA 5-15P) AC Output Connection: 1 x NEMA 5-15R Battery Connection: Hardwire

Inverter

Continuous Power (@ 20° C) 700W/700VA DC Input Volts (Nominal) 12 VDC DC Input Voltage Range 10-15 VDC Minimum DC Fuse Rating 150 A DC Input Current @Nominal V DC Full Load: 72 A

Battery Charger

Input Volts: 120 VAC Charging Capacity DC: 6 A

Line VAC Operation

Total Input AC Current (Continuous, Charger at Maximum): 8.4 A Maximum Output Current (Continuous): 5.8 A

Battery Wiring

For maximum efficiency, keep battery wires as short as possible. For very short runs, 6-gauge wiring may be adequate; for longer runs, 4- or 2-gauge wiring is recommended.

Note: Acceptable power is directly dependent on wire length, i.e. the shorter the wiring, the better the performance. Total wiring length is the sum of the positive and negative wiring lengths.

Note on Labeling

Two symbols are used on the APS labels. V~: AC Voltage : DC Voltage

Limited Warranty

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

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 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 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. This product designed and engineered in the USA.

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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 stationary or mobile 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

• 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 in a “dead air” space. Ideally, any space 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.

• 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. 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; dangerous arcing may result. Place the Operating Mode Switch in the DC OFF position before connecting or disconnecting batteries.

Feature Identification

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

Operating Mode Switch: controls

Inverter/Charger operation. When this switch is set to AUTO, connected equipment receives constant, uninterrupted utility AC power, with simultaneous charging of connected batteries. The CHARGE ONLY setting prevents unwanted battery rundown when there is no need for battery backup. Connected batteries are recharged. When the Operating Mode Switch is set to DC OFF, both the inverter and the battery charger are shut off. However, the unit will still pass utility AC power to connected equipment if it is plugged into an AC outlet.

Operation Indicator Lights: These

intuitive “traffic light” signals show whether the Inverter/Charger is operating from AC line power or from DC battery power. They also signal an alert if the connected equipment load is too high. See Page 5A for details.

Battery Indicator Lights: These “traffic

light” signals show the approximate charge level of your battery. See page 6Afor details.

AC Input Cord: Connects the Inverter/

Charger to any source of utility- or generator-supplied AC power. See page 10A for connection instructions. (Cord not shown.)

AC Receptacle: Permits connection of

equipment that would normally be plugged into a utility outlet. Note: The unit will

always pass AC power to connected equipment if plugged into a live AC outlet, regardless of the position of the Operating Mode Switch.

Resettable Circuit Breaker: Protects the

Inverter/Charger against damage due to overload. See page 6A for resetting instructions.

Low Line Set Dial: Adjusts the AC input

voltage at which the Inverter/Charger will switch from utility AC power to inverted battery power. If this dial is set fully counterclockwise, the unit will allow AC input to drop to approximately 85V before switching to inverter mode. Note: The unit

will continue to pass lower-voltage AC utility power to connected equipment until the unit switches to inverter mode.

DC Power Terminals: Connect to your

battery terminals with user-supplied cabling. See page 9A for connection instructions.

Cooling Fan: Regulates internal

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

Main Ground Lug: Properly grounds the

Inverter/Charger to earth ground or vehicle grounding system. See page 9A for connection instructions.

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: Switch to this mode when you need constant, uninterrupted AC power for connected appliances and equipment. The Inverter/Charger will supply AC power to connected equipment and charge your connected batteries while utility or generatorsupplied AC power is present. Since the inverter is ON (but in Standby) in this mode, it will automatically switch to battery to supply AC power to connected equipment in the absence of a utility/generator source or in over/under-voltage situations.

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.

DC OFF: Switch to this mode to shut down the Inverter/Charger completely. This prevents the inverter from drawing power from the batteries. Use this mode 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, as applicable. Switch to DC OFF, then back to AUTO or CHARGE ONLY as desired. If the unit fails to reset, remove more load or allow unit to cool further and try again. Note: The unit will always pass AC power to connected

equipment if plugged into a live AC outlet, regardless of the position of the Operating Mode Switch.

Indicator Lights

Your Inverter/Charger features a set of intuitive, user-friendly indicator lights. These easy-to-read “traffic light” signals allow you to determine at a glance the charge condition of your batteries, operating details and fault conditions.

LINE Green Indicator: If the operating mode switch is set to AUTO, this light will ILLUMINATE CONTINUOUSLY while connected equipment is receiving continuous AC power 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 while connected equipment is receiving battery-supplied, inverted AC power (i.e. in the absence of a utility/generator source or in over/under-voltage situations).

LOAD Red Indicator: This red light will FLASH if the inverter is functioning, and the power demanded by connected appliances and equipment exceeds load capacity. It will also FLASH due to inverter overheating. If this happens, turn the operating mode switch to DC OFF, remove the overload and allow the inverter to cool. After the unit has adequately cooled, you may turn the operating mode switch to either AUTO or CHARGE ONLY. This light will be DARK when AC power is supplying the load.

Operation

(continued)

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 shutdown)

* Charge levels listed are approximate. Actual conditions vary depending

on battery condition and load.

(Charging/Discharging)

4 5 6

Fault Condition

Indicator Illuminated Fault Condition

All three lights flash quickly* Overcharge (Charger shutdown)

* Approximately ¼ second on, ¼ second off. May also indicate a battery

charger fault exists. See Troubleshooting section.

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 or CHARGE ONLY.

Output Circuit Breaker Reset: Alternatively, check the unit's output circuit breaker. If it has tripped, remove some of the electrical load, wait one minute to allow components to cool, and reset the circuit breaker. See “Troubleshooting” for other possible reasons why AC output may be absent.

Battery Selection

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 amphour 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

¼" Drill Orbital Sander

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.

300W + 220W + 20W = 540W

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 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 utilityor 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 amphour 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.

Tools

Cordless Tool

Charger

Appliances

540 watts ÷ 12V =

45 DC Amps

45 DC Amps ×

2 Hrs. Runtime ×

1.2 Inefficiency Rating =

108 Amp-Hours

• 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. 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. 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.

108 Amp-Hours ÷

6 Amps

Inverter/Charger Rating =

18 Hours Recharge

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 recommends that you permanently mount your Inverter/Charger in the configuration illustrated below. The APS700HF features integral mounting brackets on the front and rear of the unit. The user must supply mounting hardware and is responsible for determining if hardware and mounting surface are adequate to support the weight of the unit. See page 3A for location warnings and cautions.

Using the measurements as shown in the diagram install two user-supplied fasteners , leaving the heads slightly raised. Slide the unit over the fasteners to engage the mounting bracket slots . Tighten

fasteners. Install two additional fasteners over the remaining mounting bracket.

4.31 in.

(10.95 cm.)

10.93 in. (27.8 cm.)

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