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200407140 120V APS Owner’s Manual.qxd 9/16/2004 9:58 AM Page 1
Owner’s Manual
®
PowerVerter
APS Series
DC-to-AC Inverter/Chargers
1111 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA
Input Output
Customer Support: (773) 869-1234
Invert: 12, 24, 36 or 48 VDC 120V, 60 Hz. AC
www.tripplite.com
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 utilit
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200407140 120V APS Owner’s Manual.qxd 9/16/2004 9:58 AM Page 2 2A 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 Output Volts (Nominal): 120 VAC, ± 5% Output Frequency (Nominal): 60 Hz, ± 0.5% Efficiency: 88% to 94%, depending on load and temperature Select T
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200407140 120V APS Owner’s Manual.qxd 9/16/2004 9:58 AM Page 3 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
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LINE HI MED INV L OAD LOW BATTERY OPERATION 200407140 120V APS Owner’s Manual.qxd 9/16/2004 9:58 AM Page 4 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 Resettable Circuit Breakers: protect your Inverter/Charger 1 9 operation depending on your application. See pages 6-7 for against damage due to overload. See page 5 for resetting instructions. set
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200407140 120V APS Owner’s Manual.qxd 9/16/2004 9:58 AM Page 5 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, you functioning and the power demanded by connected are able to operate it by switching between the following operating appliances and equipment exceeds 100% of load modes as appropriate to your situation: capacity. The light will FLASH to alert you whe
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200407140 120V APS Owner’s Manual.qxd 9/16/2004 9:58 AM Page 6 Configuration 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. B4 B3 B2 B1 A4 A
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200407140 120V APS Owner’s Manual.qxd 9/16/2004 9:58 AM Page 7 (continued) Configuration Select Battery Charger-Limiting Least Limiting (#B1 Up & #B2 Down): B4 B3 B2 B1 B4 B3 B2 B1 Points—OPTIONAL Charger-limiting begins at when the (Not on 612, 750 or 1250 Models) Inverter/Charger’s load reaches 66% of the Inverter/Charger’s load rating. Charger Most Limiting (#B1 & #B2 Up, factory set- output falls gradually from full output at ting): Charger-limiting takes effect the 66% of the Inverter/
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200407140 120V APS Owner’s Manual.qxd 9/16/2004 9:58 AM Page 8 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 t
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200407140 120V APS Owner’s Manual.qxd 9/16/2004 9:58 AM Page 9 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 Invert
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200407140 120V APS Owner’s Manual.qxd 9/16/2004 9:58 AM Page 10 Battery Connection Connect your Inverter/Charger to your batteries using the following procedures: • Connect DC Wiring: Though your transfer of current. Your Inverter/Charger is Lug to the vehicle’s chassis or earth ground. Inverter/Charger is a capable of delivering peak wattage at up to See the Feature Identification section to locate high-efficiency con- 200% of its rated continuous wattage output the Main Ground Lug on your
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200407140 120V APS Owner’s Manual.qxd 9/16/2004 9:58 AM Page 11 AC Input/Output Connection To avoid overloading your Inverter/Charger, be sure to 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). When figuring the power requirements of your equipment, do not confuse “continuous” wattage with “peak” wattage ratings. Most electric motors require extra power
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200407140 120V APS Owner’s Manual.qxd 9/16/2004 9:58 AM Page 12 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 author- ized Tripp Lite se
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