Power Inverter User Manual Guide
Power Inverter User Manual Guide
User Manual
POWER INVERTER
ISO9001: 2008
CONTENT 1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing our CAR and P series power inverter.
Our power inverters are compact and high efficient inverters, and are leaders in the field of high
1 [Link] frequency inverters.
Our power inverter converts low voltage, direct current (DC) to 110V/220 volt modified sine wave
1-2 [Link] Safety Instructions (MSW)or pure sine wave(PSW) alternating current( AC).
By connecting the power inverter directly to the 12/24/48V battery, you can turn your vehicle into
3 [Link] Features a mobile office, or have power to run entertainment electronics.
Read this guide before installing and using the power inverter, and please reserve it for future
3-4 [Link]
reference.
4 [Link] of Operation
This chapter contains important safety and installation instructions for our CAR and P series power
11-13 [Link] and Installation inverters. Each time, before using the power inverter, read all instructions and cautionary marking
on or provided with inverter and all appropriate sections of this guide.
13-14 [Link] the AC Applicances
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14 [Link] Replacement ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
14-15 [Link] ◆ Do not expose the inverter to rain, snow, spray, or bilge water. This inverter is designed for
indoor use only.
16 -17 13. Specification ◆ Do not operate the inverter if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, has cracks.
◆ Do not disassemble the inverter. Internal capacitors remain charged after all power is
18 14. Maintaining the inverter disconnected.
18 15. Dispose Instruction ◆ Disconnect both AC and DC power from the inverter before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning or working on any circuits connected to the inverter. See note below.
18-19 16. Warranty ◆ Do not operate the inverter with damaged or substandard wiring.
◆ Make sure that all wiring is in good condition and is not undersized.
Note: Turning off the inverter using the ON/OFF switch on the front panel will not reduce an
electrical shock hazard.
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! DANGER
3. Protection Features
FIRE AND BURN HAZARD
◆ Do not cover or obstruct the air intake vent openings and /or install in a zero-clearance Our power inverters are equipped with numerous protection features to guarantee safe and
compartment. trouble-free operation:
CAUTION
RISK OF DAMAGE TO THE INVERTER 4. Location
◆ Never allow the inverter to come in to contact with any chemicals or substances such as The power inverter must only be installed in a location that is:
battery acid.
Dry The inverter must be installed in a dry location not subject to moisture especially rain, spray,
◆ Never place the inverter unit directly above batteries, gases from a battery will corrode and or splashing bilge water.
damage the inverter.
Cool The inverter should not be exposed to metal fillings or any other form of contamination.
◆ Do not place a battery on top of the inverter.
◆ The inverter will not operate high wattage appliances over the output power limit or surge Ventilated The ambient air temperature should be between 0-40℃ (32-104℉) for best
power limit. performance.
◆ This is not a toy-keep away from children. Safe Ventilation openings on the inverter must not be obstructed. If the inverter is mounted in a
tight fitting compartment, the compartment must be ventilated with cut-outs to prevent the
Failure to follow these instructions can damage the unit and/or damage other equipment. inverter from overheating.
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Close to battery The inverter is not ignition-protected equipment, so it cannot be installed in 6.2 Modified sine wave inverter 1000W~1600W
areas containing gasoline tanks or fittings which require ignition –protected equipment. We
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recommend that it is safest not to install any kind of electrical equipment including the inverter in
these areas. 10
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batteries, but not in the same compartment to prevent corrosion. Avoid excessive cable lengths NO
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and use the recommended wire sizes. We recommend that installing with battery cables sized to 12
achieve less that 3% voltage drop on battery cables under full load. This will maximize the Fuse
performance of the inverter. 5 2 1 9 8
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5. Principle of Operation
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There are two working stages in the power inverter: DC Cable with ring
◆ The first stage: A DC to DC conversion process that raises the lower voltage DC at the inverter
input to 300volts DC. 12
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◆ The second stages: An inversion stage that converts the high voltage DC into 110volts or
230volts AC (rms). DC to DC conversion stage uses modern high frequency power conversion
techniques that have replaced the bulky transformers found in less technologically advanced 8 1 3 4 5 9
models. The inverter stage uses advanced power MOSFET transistors in a full bridge
configuration.
6.4 Pure sine wave inverter 300W~600W
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◆ Materials List 12
Fuse
The package includes a power inverter unit, user manual, DC cables and spare fuse(s). 1 5 2 9 6 7 8
6.1 Modified sine wave inverter 800W 6.5 Pure sine wave inverter 1000W
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AC220V-AC2
40V~ 50Hz
FAULT POWER
NO INPUT: 24V
OFF
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Fuse
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Fuse
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6.6 Pure sine wave inverter 1500W~4000W ⑦ Positive DC input terminal always connect to the positive terminal of the battery via a positive
DC input cable (red battery cable). The positive DC input terminal is coloured red.
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10 ! Warning: Do not reverse the polarity of battery connection. The wrong connection will result
in a blown fuse(s) inside the unit and may cause a permanent damage to the inverter.
DC Cables with ring ⑧ Chassis ground screw: Earthing of the inverter.
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⑨ High- speed cooling fan must not be obstructed for the proper operation of the inverter.
When the inverter is mounted, the ventilation opening on the DC panel must not point up or
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down.
8 1 3 4 5 7 9 ⑩ DC cable with ring: Connect the ring on one end of the red cable to the red terminal on the
inverter, and connect the ring on the other end to the battery. Do the same with the black cable.
DC cable with clip: Can also be used to connect the battery and inverter. Connect the clip on
◆ Indication: one end of the cable to the battery, and the ring on the opposite end of the cable to the inverter.
! Warning: Symptoms of low battery power can result from cables that are either excessively
① AC outlets are used to power loads
long or an insufficient gauge. Substantial power loss and reduced battery operating time results
Please see the pictures as follows, the AC outlet socket types may vary. from inverters installed with cables that are not able to supply full power.
Notes: The installer/operator should be especially aware of the requirements to maintain secure,
tight, water-resistant electrical connections and to provide for strain relief for DC cables and
appliance wiring. Cable insulation must be the appropriate type for the environment.
There is an internal fuse(s) inside the inverter, and spare fuse(s) inside the packaging.
Note: For added polarity protection, the fuse(s) will blow when an incorrect connection is made.
Once replaced with correct polarity, the inverter will start working again. If the inverter does not
work after replacing the fuse, please contact an engineer as the inverter may be damaged.
② ON/OFF Switch turns the inverter's control circuit on and off. This switch is not a power
disconnect switch.
③ Fault light (red) indicates that the inverter has shutdown due to inverter overload, over
temperature, short circuit, leakage or a fault.
7. Inverter Output Waveform
④ Power light (green) indicates the inverter is operating. The AC output waveform of the CAR series inverter is known as “modified sine wave”, P series
inverter output waveform is “pure sine wave”.
⑤ The USB port has a 5V 2.1A output. Connect the external USB-compatible appliance to the
Figure 3
USB port to charge it or provide power to it (such as a mobile phone, tablet, camera, light, fan,
radio etc). PURE SINE WAVE MODIFIED
SINE WAVE
The USB output is permanently on when the power inverter is connected to a 12V input voltage.
! Warning: The USB port on the power inverter is not designed for transferring data.
Phase(degrees)
◆ Do not connect memory sticks, MP3 player or similar data storage external appliances. -360 -270 -180 -90 0 90 180 270 360
◆ Do not connect any data transfer cables to the USB port!
⑥ Negative DC input terminal always connect to the negative terminal of the battery via a
negative DC input cable (black battery cable). The negative DC input terminal is coloured black. Modified sine wave and pure sine wave comparison
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The modified sine wave has an RMS (Root mean square) voltage of 110/230volts, which is the wattage.
same as standard household power. Most AC voltmeters (both digital and analog) are sensitive to
2. Estimate the number of hours the equipment will be in use between battery recharges.
the average value of the waveform rather than the RMS value. They are calibrated for RMS
voltage under the assumption that the waveform measured will be a pure sine wave. These 3. Determine the total watt-hours of energy by multiplying the wattage of your appliance by the
meters will not read the RMS voltage of a modified sine wave correctly. They will read about 20 to time it will be working (in hours). For example, 60W laptop working for 5 hours will require
30 volts low when measuring the output of the inverter. For accurate measurement of the output 60W*5h = 300Wh (watt-hours) of energy. 250W TV working for 30 min will require 250W*0.5h =
voltage of this unit, use a true RMS reading voltmeter such as Fluke 87III, Fluke 8060A, Fluke 125Wh.
77/99 series or Beckman 4410.
4. Calculate the approximate amp-hours (Ah) which the battery bank will have to supply to your
appliance to enable it to work for a certain amount of watt-hours, by dividing watt-hours by 10
(for 12V battery bank), or 20 (for 24V battery bank) or 40 (48V battery bank). E.g. 300Wh for
INTERFERENCE WITH SOME EQUIPMENT laptop from a 12V inverter will require 300Wh / 10 = 30Ah of battery energy.
◆ Buzz in Audio Equipment 5. Add all the amp-hours (Ah) for each appliance to get the total battery capacity required for
your system.
Some inexpensive stereo systems may emit a buzzing noise from their loudspeakers when
operated from the inverter. This occurs because the power supply in the audio System does not Note: Some appliances required high surge power to start, then consume less power. And some
adequately filter the modified sine wave produced by the inverter. appliances are not operating for long periods of time. For example, a typical home-use coffee
maker draws 500watts during its brew time of 5minutes, but it maintains the temperature of the
The only solution is to use a sound system that has a high quality power supply.
pot at about 100watts. Typical use of a microwave is only a few minutes, sometimes at lower
power. Some exceptions to brief operating times are lamps, TVs and computers.
◆ Television Reception Important: The power inverter must be connected only to batteries with a normal output
voltage of 12 volts when you use a 12V inverter. The unit will not operate from a 6 volt battery,
When the inverter is operating, it can interfere with television reception on some channels. and will sustain permanent damage if connected to a 24 volt battery.
If interference occurs, try the following: Caution: Loose connectors may cause overheated wires and melted insulation. Check to make
1. Make sure that the chassis ground screw on the rear of the inverter is solidly connected to the sure you have not reversed the polarity. Reverse polarity connection will result in a blown fuse
ground system of your vehicle or home. and may cause permanent damage to the inverter.
2. Make sure that the television antenna provides an adequate (“snow-free”) signal and that
you are using good quality cable between the antenna and the television.
◆ The Calculation of the Battery’
s Back Up Time
3. Keep the cables between the battery and the inverter as short as possible, and twist them The battery's back up depends on the battery capacity (Ah) and your appliances power (Watt)
together with two to three twists per foot.( this minimizes radiated interference from the cables.) The method to calculate the backup time:
4. Move the television as far away from the inverter as possible. Battery capacity (Ah) * Input voltage (Volt)/Loads power (Watt)
For example:
5. Do not operate high power loads with the inverter which the television is on.
Battery capacity = 150Ah
Input voltage = 12Volt
Loading power = 600Watt
So:
(150Ah*12V)/600Watt=3 Hours
8. Choose the Battery Note: this calculation of back-up time produces a theoretical value, and doesn't take into
◆ Battery Requirements account the self-consumption of the inverter. The actual back-up time may be significantly shorter
than this value, particularly for larger loads, old and partially discharged batteries.
Battery type and battery size strongly affect the performance of the power inverter. Therefore,
you need to identify the type of loads your inverter will be powering and how much you will be
using them between charges. To determine the minimum battery size that you need to operate ◆ Recharging Batteries
appliances, please follow these steps:
When possible, recharge your batteries when they are approximately 50% discharged, or sooner.
1. Determine the wattage of each appliance and/or tool you will need to simultaneously operate This gives the batteries a much longer life cycle than recharging when they are more deeply
from the inverter. To do this, read the labels on the equipment to be operated. Usually, power discharged.
consumption is shown in watts. If it is shown in amps, multiply by 110V/230V to determine the
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Our inverter has a battery low voltage shutdown around 10Vdc. With moderate to heavy loads, 3. SERIES –PARALLEL WIRING
this will protect against over-discharging the battery. If the inverter is running only light loads it is
advisable to recharge before the inverter low voltage shutdown point is reached. A series-parallel configuration increases both voltage (to match the inverter’s DC requirements)
and capacity (to increase run time for operating the loads) using smaller, lower voltage batteries.
For more information on maintaining batteries, consult your battery’s manufacturer. In the example below (Figure 6), four 6 VDC/200Ah batteries are combined into two strings
resulting in a 12VDC/400Ah battery bank.
For information about our battery chargers, please contact us.
over-current
6 volts 6 volts protection
String 1 (200 AHrs) (200 AHrs)
◆ Batteries Wiring + - + -
1. SERIES WIRING
6 volts 6 volts To 12 VDC
String 2 (200 AHrs) (200 AHrs) Inverter
Wiring batteries in a series increases the total battery bank output voltage. A series connection
+ - + -
combines each battery in a string until the voltage matches the inverter’s DC requirement. Even
though there are multiple batteries, the capacity remains the same. In the example below (Figure
4), two 6VDC/200Ah batteries are combined into a single string-resulting in a 12VDC /200Ah 12 volt battery bank (total capacity = 400 Ahrs)
Figure 6, Series-Parallel Battery Wiring
bank.
Over-current protection
The inverter (1000W to 5000W models) has four slots in its mounting bracket that allow the unit
12 volts to be fastened against a bulkhead, floor, wall or other flat surface. Mount the inverter only on a
(100 AHrs) Over-current protection surface made of non-combustible materials (if concerned, mount the inverter in an appropriate
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enclosure with ventilation). Make sure there are no sources of heat affecting the unit.
12 volts
+ (100 AHrs) - To 12 VDC Inverter It is more electrically efficient to use longer AC wiring than DC wiring, so install the inverter as
12 volts close as possible to the 12 /24/48V DC power source (Battery).
+ (100 AHrs) -
The inverter can be operated in any position, however, if it is to be mounted on a wall, mount it
12 volts horizontally (Figure 4) so that indicators, switches, outlets and terminal blocks located on the front
(100 AHrs)
+ - panel are visible and accessible. If inverter is to be installed in a moving vehicle, we strongly
recommend that the inverter be shock-mounted either on the floor (in a clear, safe area) or on a
12 volt battery bank (total capacity = 400 Ahrs)
secure flat surface.
Figure 5, Parallel Battery Wiring
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Figure 7 end of the wire to the positive (+) terminal of the inverter.
5. Connect a length of wire between the inverter’s negative (-) terminal and the battery’s
negative (-) terminal.
6. Connect a short length of wire to the other terminal of the fuse holder or circuit breaker. Mark it
“positive” or “+”.
7. Connect the free end of the fuse or breaker wire to the positive terminal of the battery.
8. Insert a suitable fuse in the fuse holder.
◆ System Connection 9. Check to be sure that all connections between battery clips, terminals and fuses are secure and
tight.
When you connect the battery to the inverter, please bear in mind the correct voltage (e.g. a 12V
inverter should be connected to a 12V battery) Note: Sparking is normal for the first connection.
The inverter will provide you 110/230VAC when powered by a 12/24/48VDC source. This manual Make sure you have good secure connections- Do not over-tighten.
does not describe all of the possible types of battery configurations, battery charging
configuration and battery isolation configurations. Figure 8 below shows the typical connection.
Figure 8 DC AC
SIDE SIDE
BATTERIES CHARGING
FROM COMMERCIAL
AC-DC, ENGINE, SOLAR,etc...
10. Operating the AC Appliances
[Link] you have confirmed that the AC appliances to be operated are turned off, plug an
appliance cord into the AC outlet on the front panel of the inverter.
Fuse or Circuit breaker
BATTERY
Note:
. For safety purposes, you can connect a DC-rated fuse or DC-rated circuit breakers on the
Note: [Link] the cord from the AC appliances you wish to operate into the AC receptacle. When
positive cable line in your power system, following recommendations below. the inverter turns ON, the red and green LEDs will both light up for 3-5seconds. The red LED will
then turn off, and the green LED will remain on, to indicate that the inverter is functioning.
Select a fuse or circuit breaker with a proper rating (e.g. 100A DC for 1000W 12V inverter, 150A Make sure the combined load requirement of your equipment does not exceed inverter's output
DC for 1500W 12V inverter etc.). You can roughly estimate the maximum current that the rating.
inverter will be taking at full power by dividing the nominal power rating of the inverter by the
battery voltage. E.g. 2000W 12V inverter will have the maximum continuous current 2000W / [Link] OFF the inverter. The over load LED may briefly“ blink ”and the audible alarm may also
12V = 167A that can theoretically be drawn by the inverter from the battery. In reality it might be sound a short“ chirp. ”This is normal. This same alarm may also sound when the inverter is
a bit higher current at full power due to energy losses and inverter self-consumption. So the being connected to or disconnected from.
current rating of the fuse or circuit breaker should be taken marginally higher than the result of [Link] using an extension cord from the inverter to an appliance the extension cord should not
this formula. be longer than 50 feet.
[Link] connecting further appliances, please ensure that the highest power appliance is
◆ Connection and Installation Steps:
plugged in and switched on first, followed by any smaller appliances.
1. Check to be sure the inverter’s power switch is turned off and that no flammable fumes are
present.
Caution: The inverter is engineered to be connected directly to standard electrical and electronic
equipment. Do not connect the power inverter to household or RV AC distribution wiring. Do not
2. Identify the positive (+) and negative (-) battery terminals. connect the power inverter to any AC load circuit in which the neutral conductor is connected to
3. Install a fuse holder or breaker close to the positive (+) terminal of the battery. ground (earth) or to the negative of the battery source.
4. Connect a length of wire on one side of the fuse holder or circuit breaker. Connect the other ! Warning: Do not connect to AC distribution wiring.
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◆ Operating Tips Non-continuous AC output; red LED lit on & off, green LED lit
Rated versus actual current draw of equipment Possible Cause Suggested Solution
Most electrical tools, appliances and audio/video equipment have labels that indicate the power Inverter output power limited by Reduce load or remove short circuit
overload/short circuit protection circuit
consumption in amps or watts.
Be sure that the power consumption of the item you wish to operate is less than inverter’s rating Reduce load or remove short circuit
power. ( If the power consumption is rated in amps, simply multiply by the AC volts (110V or
230V) to determine the wattage). The inverter will shutdown if it is overloaded. The overload Possible Cause Suggested Solution
must be removed before the inverter will restart. Change to use a true “RMS” voltmeter when you
The voltmeter used is not a true RMS meter measure the AC voltage output from “modified sine
wave inverter”.
Resistive loads are the easiest for the inverter to run. However, larger resistive loads, such as
electric stoves or heaters, usually require more wattage than the inverter can deliver. Inductive
loads, such as TV’s and stereos, require more current to operate than do resistive loads of the No AC output (latch up); red & green LED lit
same wattage rating. Induction motors, as well as some televisions, may require 2 to 6 times their
Possible Cause Suggested Solution
wattage rating to start up. The most demanding in this category are those that start under load,
Earth fault protection is activated by excessive
such as compressors and pumps. To restart the unit after a shutdown due to overloading, remove current leakage from the load
Unplug the faulted load.
the overload if necessary, then turn the power switch OFF and then ON.
Caution: High voltage and high temperature inside! Low battery alarm sounds abnormal
Possible Cause Suggested Solution
Bad connection or wiring Tighten all DC connections.
No AC output; red & green LED not lit Low battery alarm sounds
Possible Cause Suggested Solution Possible Cause Suggested Solution
Open the inverter case, change the fuse. Keep inverter and antenna distant from each other.
Inverter fuses open Appliance too close to inverter
Or contact technical support. Use shielded antenna cable. Connect antenna with amplifier.
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Note: The specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
14. Maintaining the Inverter country of the service centre.
The following damages and conditions are excluded from the warranty:
Minimal maintenance is required to keep your inverter operating properly, periodically you
should: 1) Wrong battery polarity connection
◆ Clean the exterior of the unit with a dry cloth to prevent the accumulation of dust and dirt 2) Connection of the AC inverter output to another power source (generator, mains power,
(make sure the unit is unplugged and fully disconnected when doing this). another inverter etc) or AC distribution wiring in a vehicle, boat or a house.
◆ Ensure that DC cables are secure and fasteners are tight. 3) Damage occurred during shipment
◆ Make sure the ventilation openings on the DC panel and bottom of the inverter are not 4) Contact with water, chemicals or any other reactive materials
clogged. 5) Incorrect usage, abuse, negligence or conditions that do not follow the guidance provided
in this manual
Further disposal instructions: Hand over the appliance in a condition that will allow for safe
recycling and disposal. Remove all batteries from the appliance in advance and prevent any liquid
containers from being damaged. Electronic equipment may contain harmful substances.
Improper use or malfunction caused by damage may adversely affect human health and harm
the environment during recycling.
16. Warranty
This inverter is covered by a one year warranty. During this period, any breakdown under normal
usage guidelines or owing to the quality of the product will be eligible for a free repair or
replacement (at the discretion of the manufacturer or distributor). When claiming a service under
warranty, the customer will be required to present details of their order to verity the purchase and
establish the order date (such details could include the order number, full name, address,
postcode etc). The customer might also be asked to fill in a warranty support form to provide
further details about the problem.
Many problems can be resolved over the phone, email and remotely so the service engineers will
always attempt to do this first. If the problem remains, the customer will be asked to send the
inverter (at their cost) to a service centre address for further testing, and a repair or replacement if
required. The repaired or replaced unit will be delivered to the customer free of charge within the