Tripp Lite Welding System APSINT612 User Manual

Owner’s Manual  
®
PowerVerter  
APSINT612  
(V. 3.0)  
DC-to-AC Inverter/Charger  
1111 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA  
Customer Support: (773) 869-1212  
Input  
Output  
Invert:  
12 VDC  
230V, 50 Hz. AC  
12 VDC  
Charge:  
230V, 50 Hz. AC  
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 Surge Protection  
• Automatic Overload Protection  
Ideal Output for All Loads (including computers)  
• Frequency-Controlled Output  
• Fast Load Switching  
Better for Your Batteries  
Better for You  
Faster Battery Recharge  
• High-Amp, 3-Stage Battery Charger (adjustable)  
Critical Battery Protection  
• High-Efficiency DC-to-AC Inversion  
Simple, Maintenance-Free Operation  
• Multi-Function Lights & Switches  
• Moisture-Resistant Construction*  
Contents  
Specifications/Warranty  
Safety Instructions  
Feature Identification  
Operation  
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3
4
5
6
Battery Selection  
7
Mounting  
8
Battery Connection  
AC Input/Output Connection  
Service/Maintenance  
Troubleshooting  
9
10  
10  
11  
Configuration  
* Inverter/Chargers are moisture-resistant, not waterproof.  
®
Copyright © 2003. PowerVerter is a registered trademark of Tripp Lite. All rights reserved.  
 
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 5 cm (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.  
• 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. Operating Mode  
Switch should be in the OFF position. Dangerous arcing may result.  
3A  
 
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  
operation depending on your application. See page 6 for  
setting instructions.  
AC Output Receptacles: allow you to connect equipment that  
would normally be plugged into a utility outlet. A universal adapter,  
included, allows you to connect a wide variety of plug styles to the  
NEMA receptacle. See page 10 for connection instructions.  
6
1
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 APSRM2, sold  
separately). 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.  
2
7
8
AC Input Receptacle: connects the Inverter/Charger to any  
source of utility- or generator-supplied AC power. See page 10  
for connection instructions.  
Resettable Circuit Breakers: protect your Inverter/Charger  
against damage due to overload. See page 5 for resetting instructions.  
9 Remote Control Module Connector: allows remote monitoring  
and control with an optional module (Tripp Lite model  
APSRM2, sold separately). See remote module owner’s manual  
for connection instructions.  
3
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.  
10  
Main Ground Lug: properly grounds the Inverter/Charger to  
earth ground or to vehicle or boat grounding system. See page  
9 for connection instructions.  
4
5
Battery Indicator Lights: intuitive “traffic light” signals show  
approximate charge level of your battery. See page 5 for  
instructions on reading indicator lights.  
11  
Multi-Speed Cooling Fan: quiet, efficient fan prolongs equipment  
service life.  
DC Power Terminals: connect to your battery terminals. See  
page 9 for connection instructions.  
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3
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Front View (APSINT612)  
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10  
6
4A  
 
Operation  
LOAD Red Indicator: This red light will ILLUMI-  
NATE 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 over-  
heating. 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.  
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 utility-  
or 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 APSRM2, sold separately) to  
function when connected to the unit.  
BATTERY Indicator Lights: These three lights will illuminate in  
several sequences to show the approximate charge level of your con-  
nected battery bank and alert you to two fault conditions:  
Approximate Battery Charge Level*  
Indicator Illuminated Battery Capacity  
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 con-  
nected 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.  
(Charging/Discharging)  
1
Green  
Green & Yellow  
Yellow  
Yellow & Red  
Red  
All three lights off  
Flashing red  
91%–Full  
81%–90%  
61%–80%  
41%–60%  
21%–40%  
1%–20%  
1
2
5
3
6
2
3
4
5
6
7
4
7
0% (Inverter  
shutdown)  
OFF: Switch to this mode to shut down the  
Inverter/Charger completely, preventing the inverter  
* Charge levels listed are approximate. Actual conditions vary  
depending on battery condition and load.  
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  
Fault Condition  
reset the unit if it shuts down due to overload or over-  
Indicator Illuminated Fault Condition  
heating. First remove the excessive load or allow the unit to suffi-  
ciently 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  
APSRM2, sold separately) to reset unit due to overload only.  
1
All three lights  
flash slowly*  
Excessive discharge  
(Inverter shutdown)  
2
1
2
All three lights  
flash quickly**  
Overcharge (Charger  
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.  
Indicator Lights  
Your Inverter/Charger (as well as an optional Tripp Lite Remote  
Control Module, sold separately) 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.  
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 elec-  
trical system. To restore normal functioning:  
LINE Green Indicator: If the operating mode  
switch is set to “AUTO/REMOTE,” this light will  
ILLUMINATE CONTINUOUSLY when your con-  
nected equipment is receiving continuous AC power  
supplied from a utility/generator source.  
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.”  
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.  
Output Circuit Breaker Reset: Alternatively, check output circuit  
breaker(s) on the unit’s front panel. If tripped, remove some of the elec-  
trical 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.  
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.  
5A  
 
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.  
A4  
A3 A2  
A1  
INPUT C/B 10A  
Dip Switches  
DIP Switches  
Select Battery Type—REQUIRED  
Select High AC Input Voltage Point  
for Switching to Battery—OPTIONAL*  
A2  
A1  
A4 A3 A2 A1  
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. 7 for more information.  
Battery Type  
Gel Cell (Sealed) Battery  
Switch Position  
Up  
Voltage  
278V  
Switch Position  
Up  
Wet Cell (Vented) Battery Down (factory setting)  
259V  
Down (factory setting)  
Select Low AC Input Voltage Point for Switching to  
Battery—OPTIONAL*  
A4 A3  
Voltage  
201V  
Switch Position  
#A4 Up & #A3 Up  
182V  
163V  
144V  
#A4 Up & #A3 Down  
#A4 Down & #A3 Up  
#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 182V. 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.  
Connect Remote Control—Optional  
All models feature an 8-conductor telephone style receptacle on the front panel for use with an optional remote control module (Tripp Lite  
model APSRM2, sold separately). 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.  
6A  
 
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  
Tools  
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  
1.3 amps. 1.3 amps × 230 volts = 300 watts.)  
¼" Drill  
Orbital Sander  
Cordless Tool Charger  
NOTE: Your Inverter/Charger will operate at higher efficiencies at about 75% - 80% of nameplate rating.  
300W  
+
220W  
+
20W  
=
540W  
Appliances  
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  
(12) to determine the DC amps required.  
540 watts ÷ 12V = 45 DC Amps  
• 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 genera-  
tor-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.  
45 DC Amps × 5 Hrs. Runtime  
× 1.2 Inefficiency Rating = 270 Amp-Hours  
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 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).  
270 Amp-Hours ÷ 20 Amps  
Inverter/Charger Rating = 13.5 Hours Recharge  
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.  
7A  
 
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 must  
supply mounting hardware and is responsible for determining if the hardware and mounting surface are suitable to support the weight of the  
Inverter/Charger. Contact Tripp Lite if you require further assistance in mounting your Inverter/Charger.  
Vehicular and Non-Vehicular Horizontal Mount  
B
A
Install two user-supplied 6 mm (¼") fasteners into a rigid horizontal surface, leaving the heads slightly raised.  
Slide the  
Install and  
C
Inverter/Charger back over the fasteners to engage the mounting slots molded on the bottom of the Inverter/Charger cabinet.  
tighten two user-supplied 6 mm (¼") fasteners into the mounting feet molded on the front of the Inverter/Charger cabinet.  
C
A
B
8A  
 
Battery Connection  
Connect your Inverter/Charger to your batteries using the following procedures:  
• Connect DC Wiring: Though your  
Inverter/Charger is a high-efficiency con-  
verter of electricity, its rated output capacity  
is limited by the length and gauge of the  
cabling running from the battery to the unit.  
Use the shortest length and largest diameter  
cabling (maximum 2/0 gauge) to fit your Inverter/Charger’s DC Input  
terminals. Shorter and heavier gauge cabling reduces DC voltage drop  
and allows for maximum transfer of current. Your Inverter/Charger  
is capable of delivering peak wattage at up to 200% of its rated con-  
tinuous wattage output for brief periods of time. See Specifications  
page for details. Heavier gauge cabling should be used when contin-  
uously operating heavy draw equipment under these conditions.  
Tighten your Inverter/Charger and battery terminals to approximate-  
ly 3.5 Newton-meters of torque to create an efficient connection and  
to prevent excessive heating at this connection. Insufficient tighten-  
ing of the terminals could void your warranty. See Specifications  
page for Minimum Recommended Cable Sizing Chart.  
• Connect Ground: Using a #8 AWG wire or larger directly connect  
the Main Ground Lug to the vehicle’s chassis or earth ground. See  
the Feature Identification section to locate the Main Ground Lug on  
your specific Inverter/Charger model. All installations must comply  
with national and local codes and ordinances.  
DC Connectors  
• Connect Fuse: NEC (National Electrical Code) article 551  
requires that you connect all of your Inverter/Charger’s positive DC  
Terminals directly to a UL-listed fuse(s) and fuse block(s) within 45  
cm (18 inches) of the battery. The fuse’s rating must equal or exceed  
the Minimum DC Fuse Rating listed in your Inverter/Charger’s  
specifications. See Specifications for fuse and fuse block recom-  
mendations. See diagrams below for proper fuse placement.  
WARNING!  
• Failure to properly ground your Inverter/Charger to a vehicle’s chassis or earth ground may result  
in a lethal electrical shock hazard.  
• Never attempt to operate your Inverter/Charger by connecting it directly to output from an  
alternator rather than a battery or battery bank.  
• Observe proper polarity with all DC connections.  
Non-Vehicular or Vehicular  
Non-vehicular applications include stationary configurations as well as mobile configurations that are not integrated into a vehicle’s electrical  
system. In a parallel connection, your Inverter/Charger’s Nominal DC Input Voltage (listed in the Specifications section must match the  
voltage of your battery or batteries. For example, a 12V DC Inverter/Charger would require 12V DC from your battery system.  
In a series connection, your Inverter/Charger’s Nominal DC Input Voltage must match the number of batteries multiplied by their voltage. For  
example, a 12V DC Inverter/Charger would require two 6V batteries connected in series (12 = 2 × 6).  
In vehicular applications, your Inverter/Charger’s Nominal DC Input Voltage must match the voltage of your battery or batteries—  
12 Volts. Although it is possible to connect your Inverter/Charger to the main battery within your vehicle’s electrical system, in the normal  
vehicular context, the Inverter/Charger is connected to one or more dedicated auxiliary (house) batteries which are isolated from the drive  
system to prevent possible draining of the main battery.  
Contact Tripp Lite technical support for assistance with additional parallel, series or series/parallel connections.  
4
1
5
Optional connection  
2
12 Volts  
for Vehicular  
12 Volt Inverter/Charger  
applications only.  
3
Single Battery Connection  
4
1
6 Volts  
6 Volts  
12 Volt Inverter/Charger  
2
2
3
Multiple Battery Connection (Series)  
1
2
3
4
Earth or Vehicle/Boat Battery Ground  
Battery  
5
UL-Listed Fuse & Fuse Block [mounted within 45 cm (18 inches) of the battery]  
Large Diameter  
Cabling, Maximum 2/0 Gauge to Fit Terminals  
Alternator (for vehicle or boat connection only)  
9A  
 
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 at start-up  
(“peak” wattage) than required to run continuously after start-up, sometimes over 100% more. Some motors, such as in refrigerators and  
pumps, start and stop intermittently according to demand, requiring “peak” wattage at multiple, unpredictable times during operation.  
• DoubleBoostFeature  
• OverPowerFeature  
Tripp Lite Inverter/Chargers deliver up to twice their nameplate  
rated wattage for up to 10 seconds,* providing the extra power  
needed to cold start heavy-duty tools and equipment.  
Tripp Lite Inverter/Chargers deliver up to 150% of their name  
plate rated wattage for up to 1 hour,* providing plenty of reserve  
power to reliably support tools and equipment longer.  
* Actual duration depends on battery age, battery charge level and ambient temperature.  
AC Input Connection  
Connect one end of the detachable 2 meter power cord, included, into the IEC-320 AC Input receptacle. Connect the other end to your wall  
outlet. If the plug on the cord does not match your wall receptacle, you can remove a detachable cord from another piece of equipment (such  
as a computer or monitor) that does have the appropriate plug and use that as the Inverter/Charger power cord. Then use the included detachable  
2 meter cord to connect the piece of equipment, whose cord you've removed, to the NEMA 5-15R output receptacle on the Inverter/Charger.  
AC Output Connection  
Simply connect equipment directly to the IEC-320 and NEMA output receptacles. A universal adapter, included, allows you to connect a  
wide variety of plug styles to the NEMA receptacle.  
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 service center.  
Maintenance  
Your Inverter/Charger requires no maintenance and contains no user-serviceable or replaceable parts, but should be kept dry at all times.  
Periodically check, clean and tighten all cable connections as necessary, both at the unit and at the battery.  
10A  
 
Troubleshooting  
Try these remedies for common Inverter/Charger problems before calling for assistance. Call Tripp Lite Customer Service at (773) 869-1212  
before returning your unit for service.  
Battery Indicator Lights  
Operating Mode Switch  
OFF  
(LESSER  
LOAD  
MAX  
(GREATER  
LOAD  
Operation Indicator Lights  
ON)  
ON)  
SYMPTOM  
PROBLEMS  
CORRECTIONS  
No AC Output  
Unit is not properly connected to utility power.  
Connect unit to utility power.  
(All Indicator Lights Are OFF)  
Operating Mode Switch is set to “OFF” and  
AC input is present.  
Set Operating Mode Switch to “AUTO/REMOTE” or “CHARGE ONLY.”  
This is normal when the Operating Mode Switch  
is set to “CHARGE ONLY” and AC input is absent.  
No correction is required. AC output will return when AC input  
returns. Set Operating Mode Switch to “AUTO/REMOTE” if you  
require AC output.  
Circuit breaker is tripped.  
Reset circuit breaker.  
Unit has shut down due to battery overcharge (preventing  
battery damage). The problem may be with connected  
auxiliary chargers, if any, or with the unit’s charger.  
Disconnect any auxiliary chargers. Reset by moving Operating  
Mode Switch to “OFF.” Wait 1 minute and switch to “AUTO/REMOTE”  
or “CHARGE ONLY.” If unit remains in shutdown mode after several  
attempts to reset, contact Tripp Lite Customer Service for assistance.  
Unit has shut down due to excessive battery discharge.  
Unit has shut down due to overload.  
Use an auxiliary charger* to raise battery voltage. Check external  
battery connections and fuse. Unit automatically resets when  
condition is cleared.  
Reduce load. Reset by moving Operating Mode Switch to “OFF.”  
Wait 1 minute. Switch to “AUTO/REMOTE” or “CHARGE ONLY.”  
Connected batteries are dead.  
Battery fuse* is blown.  
Check and replace old batteries.  
Check and replace fuse.*  
Battery Not Recharging  
(AC Input Present)  
Battery cabling* is loose.  
Check and tighten or replace cabling.*  
Unit has shut down due to battery overcharge (preventing  
battery damage). The problem may be with connected  
auxiliary chargers, if any, or with the unit’s charger.  
Disconnect any auxiliary chargers. Reset by moving Operating Mode  
Switch to “OFF.” Wait 1 minute and switch to “AUTO/REMOTE” or  
“CHARGE ONLY.” If unit remains in shutdown mode after several  
attempts to reset, contact Tripp Lite Customer Service for assistance.  
Input circuit breaker is tripped.  
Reset circuit breaker.  
All Three Battery Indicator Lights  
Are Slowly Flashing  
(½ Second Flashes)  
Battery is excessively discharged.  
Use an auxiliary charger* to raise battery voltage. Check external  
battery connections and fuse. Unit automatically resets when  
condition is cleared.  
All Three Battery Indicator Lights  
Are Rapidly Flashing  
(¼ Second Flashes)  
Battery is overcharged. Unit will shut down to prevent  
battery damage. The problem may be with connected  
auxiliary chargers, if any, or with the unit’s charger.  
Disconnect any auxiliary chargers. Reset by moving Operating Mode  
Switch to “OFF.” Wait 1 minute and switch to “AUTO/REMOTE”  
or “CHARGE ONLY.” If unit remains in shutdown mode after several  
attempts to reset, contact Tripp Lite Customer Service for assistance.  
Red “LOW” Battery  
Indicator Light is Flashing  
Battery voltage is low. Unit will automatically shut down  
after 5 seconds to protect battery from damage.  
Make sure that AC power is present in order to recharge batteries.  
Reset by moving Operating Mode Switch to “OFF then to  
“AUTO/REMOTE” or “CHARGE ONLY.”  
False reading due to undersized or insufficiently connected  
DC cabling.  
Use sufficient size DC cable sufficiently connected to the  
Inverter/Charger.  
Red “LOAD” Operation  
Indicator Light Flashing  
Inverter is overloaded. Unit will automatically shut down  
after 5 seconds.  
Reduce load. Reset by moving Operating Mode Switch to “OFF.”  
Wait 1minute. Switch to “AUTO/REMOTE” or “CHARGE ONLY.”  
* User-supplied.  
11A  
 
1111 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA  
Customer Support: (773) 869-1212  
200302117 93-2113  
 

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