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Owner’s Manual
®
PowerVerter
RV Series (v. 3.0)
DC-to-AC Inverter/Chargers
1111 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA
Input Output
Customer Support: (773) 869-1234
Invert: 12 VDC 120V, 60 Hz. AC
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Charge: 120V, 60 Hz. AC 12 VDC
Quiet Mobile Power
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RV Inverter/Chargers are the quiet alternative to gas generators—with no fumes, fuel or noise
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2R Specifications MODEL NUMBER: RV612UL RV612ULH RV1012UL RV1012ULH RV1512 RV1512OEM RV2012OEM RV2012UL RV2512OEM RV3012OEM Series Number: AGAP60012MVJ AGAP60012MVJ AGAP100012MV3 AGAP100012MV3 AGAP200012MV3 AGAP200012MVP3 AGAP200012MVP3 AGAP200012MV3 AC Input Connection: Input Cord Hardwire Input Cord Hardwire Hardwire Hardwire Hardwire Hardwire Hardwire Hardwire INVERTER Common Specifications for All Models: DC Input Volts (Nominal): 12 VDC · DC Input Voltage Range: 10 - 15 VDC Output Vol
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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 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. Floo
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Feature Identification Identify the premium features on your specific model and quickly locate instructions on how to maximize their use. Configuration DIP Switches: optimize Inverter/Charger Hardwire AC Input/Output Terminals (not on corded 8 1 operation depending on your application. See pages 6-7 for models): securely connect the Inverter/Charger to vehicle or setting instructions. facility electrical system input and recommended GFCI receptacle output. See page 11 for connection instruction
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Operation LOAD Red Indicator: This red light will ILLUMI- Switch Modes NATE CONTINUOUSLY whenever the inverter is After configuring, mounting and connecting your Inverter/Charger, functioning and the power demanded by connected you are able to operate it by switching between the following oper- appliances and equipment exceeds 100% of load ating modes as appropriate to your situation: capacity. The light will BLINK to alert you when the AUTO/REMOTE: Switch to this mode when you need inverter shu
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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. RV612UL and RV612ULH models include one set of four DIP Switches. All other models include an additional set of four DIP switches to configure additional operational functions. Refer to the appropriate section to review the instructions for your specific model. B4 B3 B2 B1 A4 A3 A2 A1 I
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(continued) Configuration Select Battery Charger-Limiting Points—OPTIONAL Least Limiting (#B1 Up & #B2 Down): B4 B3 B2 B1 (Not on 612 Models) Charger-limiting begins when the B4 B3 B2 B1 Inverter/Charger’s load reaches 66% of the Most Limiting (#B1 & #B2 Up, factory setting): Inverter/Charger’s load rating. Charger Charger-limiting takes effect the moment output falls gradually from full output at any 120V AC load is applied; charger output 66% of the Inverter/Charger’s load rating to about 40%
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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 life- times 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 wi
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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 mus
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Battery Connection Connect your Inverter/Charger to your batteries using the following procedures: • Connect DC Wiring: Though your capable of delivering peak wattage at up to See the Feature Identification section to locate Inverter/Charger is a 200% of its rated continuous wattage output the Main Ground Lug on your specific high-efficiency con- for brief periods of time. See Specifications Inverter/Charger model. All installations verter of electricity, page for details. Heavier gauge cabling
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AC Input/Output Connection To avoid overloading your Inverter/Charger, match the power requirements of the equipment you plan to run at any one time (add their total watts) with the output wattage capacity of your Inverter/Charger model (see Specifications). Do not confuse “continuous” wattage with “peak” wattage ratings. Most electric motors require extra power at start-up (“peak wattage”) than required to run continuously after start- up, sometimes over 100% more. Some motors, such as in refri
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Service If you are returning your Inverter/Charger to Tripp Lite, please pack it carefully, using the ORIGINAL PACKING MATERIAL that came with the unit. Enclose a letter describing the symptoms of the problem. If the Inverter/Charger is within the warranty period, enclose a copy of your sales receipt. To obtain service you must obtain a Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number from Tripp Lite or an authorized Tripp Lite service center. Maintenance Your Inverter/Charger requires no maintenan
