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1. STATUS CHARGING INVERTING LED Remote Battery Temp Sensor q STACK ACCESSORIES Port RED LABEL RJ11 CONNECTION NETWORK Port GREEN LABEL RJ11 CONNECTION REMOTE Port BLUE LABEL RJ11 CONNECTION BATTERY TEMPERATURE SENSOR PORT YELLOW LABEL RJ11 CONNECTION Figure 1 1 Power Switch Status LED and Accessory Connection Ports INTAKE AIR VENTS AND ON RIGHT SIDE Power ON OFF E Ah T p AC Input Charging Inverting 3 OSITIVE Ou UT Stack Porti ee DC TERMINAL Magnum Net CONNECTIONS u EE UNDER COVER Battery Temp Sensor NEGATIVE DC TERMINAL UNDER COVER MOUNTING FLANGE DC EQUIPMENT GROUND TERMINAL Figure 1 2 Electrical Connection Points Page 3 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Introduction The left side of the RD Series is equipped with the following features see Figure 1 3 Exhaust Air Vent ventilation openings that allow heated air to be removed by the internal cooling fan Model Serial Number Label includes model serial number information date of manufacture and inverter and charger specifications See the RD Specifications in Appendix A for more information and the different models that are available AC Access Cover provides access to the internal AC wiring terminal block This terminal block is used to hardwire all inverter AC input and output wiring connections Re
2. Bou ima EVE Pn WE US EVE E N E R G Y RD Series Modified Sine Wave Inverter Chargers Owner s Manual Disclaimer of Liability The use of this manual and the conditions or methods of installation operation use and maintenance of the RD Series Inverter Charger is beyond the control of Magnum Energy Inc Therefore this company assumes no responsibility and expressly disclaims any liability for loss damage or expense whether direct indirect consequential or incidental that may arise out of or be in anyway connected with such installation operation use or maintenance Due to continuous improvements and product updates the images shown in this manual may not exactly match the unit purchased Restrictions on Use The RD Series Inverter Charger may only be used in life support devices or systems with the express written approval of Magnum Energy Failure of the RD Series Inverter Charger can reasonably be expected to cause the failure of that life support device or system or to affect the safety or effectiveness of that device or system If the RD Series Inverter Charger fails it is reasonable to assume that the health of the user or other persons may be endangered Copyright Notice Copyright O 2004 2010 by Magnum Energy Inc All rights reserved Permission to copy distribute and or modify this document is prohibited without express written permission by Mag num Energy Inc Contact Information Magnum Energy I
3. that is the responsibility of the electrician and the onsite inspector 2 1 Pre Installation Before installing the inverter read the entire installation section to determine how you are going to install your RD inverter charger The more thorough you plan in the beginning the better your inverter needs will be met 2 1 1 Unpacking and Inspection Carefully remove the RD Series inverter charger from its shipping container and inspect all contents Verify the following items are included e The RD Inverter Charger e Red and black DC terminal covers with Phillips screws e AC access cover with two Phillips screws e Two 5 16 Kep or Flange nuts installed on the DC terminals e Battery Temperature Sensor e Warning label e RD Series Owner s Manual If items appear to be missing or damaged contact your authorized Magnum Energy dealer or Magnum Energy If at all possible keep your shipping box It will help protect your inverter from damage if it ever needs to be returned for service Save your proof of purchase as a record of your ownership it will also be needed if the unit should require in warranty service Record the unit s model and serial number in the front of this manual in case you need to provide this information in the future It is much easier to record this information now instead of trying to gather it after the unit has been installed 2 1 2 Required Tools and Materials Hardware Materials e Conduit strain reli
4. the correct DC and AC overcurrent protection have been installed and 3 the correct DC voltage and polarity have been verified Info For the RD Series inverter charger to perform optimally a minimum battery bank of 200 AH is recommended for moderate loads lt 1000W and greater than 400 AH for heavy loads 21000W Depending upon the voltage of the batteries you use in the installation 6 or 12 VDC the batteries must be wired in series parallel or series parallel to provide the correct voltage see Appendix B Battery Information for guidance on wiring batteries together The interconnecting DC wires must be sized and rated exactly the same as those that are used between the battery bank and the inverter Place the batteries as close as practical to the inverter preferably in an insulated and ventilated enclosure Allow adequate space above the batteries to access the terminals and vent caps as applicable Also allow at least 1 2 5 cm of space between the batteries to provide good air flow DO NOT mount the batteries directly under the inverter CAUTION Install batteries in a well ventilated area Batteries can produce explosive gases For compartment enclosure installations always vent batteries to the outside Info To ensure the best performance from your inverter system batteries should be of the same size type rating and age Do not use old or untested batteries 2 4 5 Battery Temperature Sensor Installation and
5. 120 CB3 30A AC NEUTRAL IN AC NEUTRAL OUT S 9E S AC GROUND E DC NEGATIVE M DC POSITIVE FET Bridge Power Transformer Figure 3 1 Power Flow Inverter Mode 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 34 Operation 3 2 Standby Mode The RD Series features an automatic transfer relay and an internal battery charger when operating in Standby Mode Standby Mode begins whenever AC power utility power or generator is connected to the inverter s AC input Once the AC voltage and frequency of the incoming AC power is within the AC input limits an automatic AC transfer relay is activated This transfer relay passes the incoming AC power through the inverter to power the AC loads on the inverter s output This incoming power is also used to activate a powerful internal battery charger to keep the battery bank charged in case of a power failure Refer to Figure 3 2 to see the flow of power from the AC input to the DC and AC output while in Standby Mode N U AC HOT 2 IN Transfer Relay optional AC HOT 2 OUT oT U Ga A AC HOT AR IN CB1 AC HOT 1 OUT r S 8 optional n AC NEUTRAL IN AC NEUTRAL OUT 0 9E AC GROUND Connects to chassis of inverter pem DC NEGATIVE DC POSITIVE FET Bridge Power Transformer Figure 3 2 Power Flow Standby Mode 3 3 Battery Charging Magnum Energy s RD Series is equipped with an active PFC Power Factor Corrected and PI Proportional Integral
6. 13 Allow at the minimum an airspace clearance of 6 15 2 cm at the intake and exhaust vents and 3 7 6 cm everywhere else to provide adequate ventilation If installed in an enclosure a fresh air intake opening must be provided directly to the front side intake vents of the inverter and an exhaust opening on the back side exhaust vents of the inverter This allows cool air from the outside to flow into the inverter and heated air to exit the inverter and the enclosure When mounted in an enclosed compartment airflow must be gt 100 cfm in order to maintain no more than a 689F 209C rise in compartment temperature CAUTI ON Do not mount this inverter in a zero clearance compartment nor cover or obstruct the ventilation openings overheating may result Safe Keep any flammable combustible material e g paper cloth plastic etc that may be ignited by heat sparks or flames at a minimum distance of 2 feet 61 cm away from the inverter Do not install this inverter in any area that contains extremely flammable liquids like gasoline or propane or in locations that require ignition protected devices Close to the battery bank As with any inverter it should be located as close to the batteries as possible Long DC wires tend to loose efficiency and reduce the overall performance of an inverter However the unit should NOT be installed in the same compartment as the batteries or mounted where it will be exposed to gases prod
7. AC or DC AC Service Panel hun System Grounding Electrode Grounding Electrode 2 AC side dedicated DC side dedicated J Figure 2 16 Multiple Connections to DC Ground Rod Method 1 Page 29 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Installation Method 2 see Figure 2 17 When the AC and DC service panels are near each other then the AC Grounding Electrode Conductor GEC AC and DC Grounding Electrode Conductor GEC DC can be connected to a single grounding electrode In this method since there are multiple connections to the DC Grounding Electrode GEC DC the size of the DC grounding electrode conductor can not be smaller than the largest conductor in the DC system usually the battery to inverter cable Grounding System Grounding Electrode AC and DC sides shared Figure 2 17 Multiple Connections to DC Ground Rod Method 2 Method 3 see Figure 2 18 The AC Grounding Electrode Conductor GEC AC is bonded to the DC ground point and the DC Grounding Electrode Conductor GEC DC is the only connection to the grounding electrode which must be a rod pipe or plate electrode In this method since there is only one connection to the ground rod the DC grounding electrode conductor is not required to be larger than 6 AWG 13 mm copper The reasoning for allowing this smaller grounding electrode conductor is that it is only required to stabilize the system voltage with respect to earth and the
8. are torqued to 16 in Ibf 1 8 N m replace the AC wiring access cover and the covers on the main electrical distribution panel 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 22 Installation 2 5 6 AC Wiring Configuration The following table provides the different wiring configurations for installing and connecting the AC conductors into and out of the inverters see Figures 2 11 to 2 14 for installation diagrams showing these configurations Table 2 3 AC Input Output Wiring Configurations SI SO 30A Single In Single Out 30A 120 VAC lt 30 amps SI SO 60A Single I n Single Out 60A DI SO Dual I n Single Out DI DO Dual I n Dual Out AC Source Required 120 VAC gt 30 amps 60 amps maximum 120 240 VAC or 120 240 VAC or 2 separate legs 2 separate legs of 120 VAC of 120 VAC lt 30 amps lt 30 amps per Reason to Use Appropriate Models Maximum Have an 120 Have an 120 per leg Want dedicated leg VAC source that is lt 30 amps Requires a separate inverter sub panel May need to power 240 VAC loads when AC source is on requires 120 240 VAC Source Requires a separate inverter VAC source charging and that is gt 30 dedicated pass amps thru while the Requires AC source is on a separate Requires a inverter separate inverter sub panel sub panel RD2212 RD1824 RD2824 RD3924 30A RD2212 RD1824 RD2824 RD3924 60A RD2212
9. effective transfer will be and therefore the higher the probability for the output loads to reset This occurs because the incoming AC voltage is allowed to fall to a level that is so low that when the transfer does occur the voltage on the inverter s output has already fallen to a level low enough to reset the loads The disadvantage of a higher VAC dropout setting is that smaller generators or large generators with an unstable output may nuisance transfer This commonly happens when powering loads that are larger than the generator can handle causing the generator s output voltage to constantly fall below the inverter s input VAC dropout threshold Info When switching from Inverter Mode to Standby Mode the inverter waits approximately 15 seconds to ensure the AC source is stable before transferring 3 5 Battery Temperature Sensor Operation The plug in Battery Temperature Sensor BTS is used to determine the battery temperature around the batteries This information allows the multi stage battery charger to automatically adjust the battery charge voltages for optimum charging performance and longer battery life When the BTS is installed if the temperature around the BTS is below 77 F 25 C the absorb and float charge voltage increases and if the temperature around the BTS is higher than 77 F 25 C the absorb and float charge voltage decreases See Figure 3 4 to determine how much the charge voltage changes increases or decrease
10. from 10 to 12 ft Ibf 13 6 to 16 3 N m CAUTI ON The DC terminal and Kep nuts are made of stainless steel which has a high likelihood of seizure To help prevent the bolt and nut from seizing causing the bolts to strip or snap break off the use of anti seize lubricant is highly recommended Info If antioxidant grease or spray is used apply it after all the connections have been made and are properly tightened TEMP Info A 1 2 inch wrench or socket is used to tighten the 5 16 SAE Kep nuts nu CAUTION split Ensure nothing is washer Battery placed between flat es Temperature the DC terminal SZ Sensor L and the ring lug battery cable with ring lug 5 16 18 CAUTION Ensure nothing is placed between the cable ring lug and the battery post Figure 2 5 Battery Hardware Installation 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Flange or Inverter DC Kep nut terminal 5 16 18 bolt 5 8 length battery cable with ring lug Figure 2 6 Inverter DC Hardware Installation Page 16 Installation 2 4 4 Wiring the Battery Bank WARNING Lethal currents will be present if the positive and negative cables attached to the battery bank touch each other During the installation and wiring process ensure the cable ends are insulated or covered to prevent touching shorting the cables Info DO NOT connect the DC wires from the battery bank to the inverter until 1 all DC and AC wiring are completed 2
11. from modified sine wave inverters 1 4 Appliances and Run Time The RD Series inverter charger can power a wide range of household appliances including small motors hair dryers clocks and other electrical devices As with any appliance using batteries for power there is a certain length of time that it can run this is called run time Actual run time depends on several variables including the size and type of appliance the type of batteries installed in your application as well as the battery s capacity and age Other factors such as the battery s state of charge and temperature can also affect the length of time your appliances can run Appliances such as TVs VCRs stereos computers and lights can all be successfully powered by your inverter Depending on your inverter capacity electrical appliances that use larger loads such as coffee pots and hair dryers can be used for short durations However loads that are used for longer periods stoves water heaters etc can quickly drain your batteries and are not recommended for inverter applications Page 5 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Introduction All electrical appliances are rated by the amount of power they consume see Table 1 1 The rating is printed on the product s nameplate label usually located on its chassis near the AC power cord Even though it is difficult to calculate exactly how long an inverter will run a particular appliance the best advice is trial and error Yo
12. inverter efficiency Page 47 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Appendix B Battery Information B 6 Battery Wiring Configurations The battery bank must be wired to match the inverter s DC input voltage In addition the batteries can be wired to provide additional run time The various wiring configurations include B 6 1 Series Wiring Wiring batteries in series increases the battery bank s output voltage A series connection combines each battery in a string until the total voltage matches the inverter s DC requirement Even though there are multiple batteries the capacity remains the same In Figure B 1 below two 6 VDC 200 AH batteries are combined into a single string resulting in a 12 VDC 200 AHr bank combines battery voltage 12 VDC Q 200 AH 6 VDC SOT VEL 200 AH 200 AH 200 AH 200 AH 6 VDC 200 AH 12 VDC Figure B 1 Series Battery Wiring B 6 2 Parallel Wiring Wiring batteries in parallel increases the battery bank s amp hour capacity which allows the AC loads to operate for a longer time A parallel connection combines the number of batteries in the string to increase overall battery capacity however the voltage remains the same In Figure B 2 below two 12 VDC 100 AH batteries are combined into a single 12 VDC 200 AH battery bank Parallel Battery Wiring 12 VDC 12 VDC combines battery capacity 100 AH 200 AH 100 AH 12 VDC 100 AH 12 VDC 200 AH amp 12 VDC Figure B 2 Paralle
13. life Choose the batteries best suited for the inverter installation and cost Use only the same battery type for all batteries in the bank For best performance all batteries should be from the same lot and date This information is usually printed on a label located on the battery B 3 Battery Temperature Battery performance of lead acid type batteries is greatly affected by extreme temperatures When a lead acid type battery is cold its effective amp hour capacity is reduced When determining the battery requirements needed for the inverter system realize that the battery capacity will be reduced if they will be installed in a climate where extremely cold temperatures are expected In this type of environment the batteries should be located in a heated area At the minimum the batteries should be installed in an insulated enclosure which will keep the batteries warmer as they are being charged The battery bank should also be protected from high temperatures which will shorten battery life In high heat situations the battery room enclosure should be ventilated to bring in cooler air and exhaust the hotter air The performance of the battery bank inverter system will substantially increase by monitoring and preventing extreme temperatures around the batteries B 4 Battery Bank Sizing The size of the battery bank determines how long the inverter will power the AC loads without recharging The larger the battery bank the longer the run ti
14. multi stage battery charger The PFC feature is used to control the amount of power used to charge the batteries in order to obtain a power factor as close as possible to 1 or unity This causes the battery charger to look like a resistor to the line forces the charge current waveshape to mirror the voltage waveshape The PI feature allows the charger voltage and current to change independently These two features maximize the real power available from either utility power or generator AC power sources which translates into less power wasted and greater charging capabilities than most chargers available today When an AC source is connected to the AC input the inverter begins monitoring for acceptable AC voltage Once the inverter has accepted this AC voltage the AC transfer relay closes and the Charge Mode begins After Charge Mode begins the DC voltage is monitored to determine the charging stage If the DC voltage is low x 12 8 VDC 12 volt models or lt 25 6 VDC 24 volt models the charger begins Bulk Charging If the DC voltage is high 12 8 VDC 12 volt models or 25 6 VDC 24 volt the charger will skip the Bulk and Absorb Charging stages and go directly to Float Charging The multi stage charger can use up to five different charging stages to help monitor and keep the batteries properly maintained The five stages include an automatic 4 stage charging process Bulk Absorb Float and Full Charge and a manual Equalization EQ Charge s
15. of 16 in Ibf 1 8 N m Replace the covers on the main electrical distribution panel Replace the chassis access cover Sts 2 Verify the inverter s front panel switch is in the OFF position H Info If required by code have the installation inspected by an electrical inspector 2 9 Functional Test After all electrical connections to the inverter batteries AC source and sub panel have been completed follow these steps to test the installation and the inverter operation CAUTI ON Use a multimeter to verify the correct DC voltage for your particular inverter AN model i e 24 volt battery bank for a 24 volt inverter and to ensure the polarity of the battery voltage is correct battery positive connected to inverter positive and battery negative connected to inverter negative 1 Apply battery power to the inverter by closing the DC circuit breaker or inserting a fuse The inverter will remain OFF but the green status indicator on the front of the inverter will quickly blink once to indicate that DC power has been connected and is ready to be turned on 2 Prior to turning on the inverter make sure all AC loads e g appliances are NOT connected to the inverter s output or to any AC outlets powered by the inverter 3 Lightly press and release the inverter s ON OFF switch to turn the inverter ON Verify the inverter s status indicator is blinking indicating the inverter is ON 4 Connect a small light bulb no larger tha
16. produce extremely high currents if short circuited Read the battery supplier s precautions before installing the inverter and batteries e Wear eye protection such as safety glasses when working with batteries e Remove all jewelry such as rings watches bracelets etc when installing or performing maintenance on the inverter e Never work alone Always have someone near you when working around batteries e Use proper lifting techniques when working with batteries e Never use old or untested batteries Check each battery s label for age type and date code to ensure all batteries are identical e Batteries are sensitive to changes in temperature Always install batteries in a stable environment e Install batteries in a well ventilated area Batteries can produce explosive gases For compartment or enclosure installations always vent batteries to the outside e Provide at least one inch 2 5 cm of air space between batteries to provide optimum cooling e Never smoke in the vicinity of batteries e To prevent a spark at the battery and reduce the chance of explosion always connect the cables to the batteries first Then connect the cables to the inverter e Use insulated tools at all times e Always verify proper polarity and voltage before connecting the batteries to the inverter e To reduce the chance of fire or explosion do not short circuit the batteries e In the event of accidental exposure to battery acid wash tho
17. protection D Or 6 VDC 6 VDC battery battery 200 AH 200 AH Series String 6 VDC 6 VDC to 12 VDC inverter total capacity 400 AH Series String 6 VDC 6 VDC 6 VDC battery battery 200 AH 200 AH Figure B 4 Battery Bank Wiring Examples 12 volt Page 49 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Appendix B Battery Information overcurrent protection to 24 VDC Inverter total capacity 100 AH Series String overcurrent protection Series String PET 6 VDC 6 VDC to 24 VDC inverter total capacity 200 AH i overcurrent Series String protection 12 VDC 12 VDC y y to 24 VDC inverter total capacity 200 AH Series String 12 VDC 12 VDC y y 24 volt battery bank two strings oT two 12 volt batteries wired in series and connected in parallel Series String ae 6 VDC 6 VDC overcurrent 6 VDC 6 VDC protection to 24 VDC Series String i dag 6 VDC 6 VDC atal capacity 6 VDC 6 400 AH VDC Figure B 5 Battery Bank Wiring Examples 24 volt 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 50 Appendix C Warranty amp Service Limited Warranty Magnum Energy Inc warrants the RD Series inverter charger to be free from defects in material and workmanship that result in product failure during normal usage according to the following terms and conditions i The limited warranty for the product extends for 24 months beginning from the produ
18. 10 Magnum Energy Inc Page 12 Installation 2 3 4 Torque Requirements e Torque all AC wiring connections to 16 in Ibf 1 8 N m Torque DC cable connections from 10 to 12 ft Ibf 13 6 to 16 3 N m 2 4 DC Wiring This section describes the inverter s required DC wire sizes the recommended disconnect overcurrent protection and how to make the DC connections to the inverter and the battery bank Refer to Figure 2 4 when connecting the DC wires WARNING Even though DC voltage is low voltage significant hazards may be present particularly from short circuits of the battery system CAUTI ON The inverter is NOT reverse polarity protected which means that if the negative and positive battery voltage is connected backwards to the inverter the inverter will likely be damaged You should verify the correct voltage polarity using a voltmeter BEFORE connecting the DC wires CAUTI ON Before wiring the DC cables review the safety information at the beginning of this manual and the instructions below to ensure a safe and long lived system I nfo DO NOT connect the battery cables to the inverter until all wiring is complete gt ee e When the inverter is installed in a Photovoltaic System the NEC requires that the DC circuit conductors and overcurrent devices to the inverter be sized to carry not less than 125 of the inverter s maximum current rating e The DC positive and negative cables connected to the inverter from the battery
19. 15V SP Leviton Smart Lock 8899 A Hubbel GF520EMBKA 2 5 4 AC Terminal Block Connections The inverter has a six pole AC terminal block and one AC ground terminal to connect the inverter s AC input and output wiring To access and view the AC terminal block and ground terminal remove the two Phillips screws holding the AC Access Cover plate see Figure 1 3 Item 15 Each connection on the AC terminal block is rated to accept one 14 to 6 AWG 2 1 to 13 3 mm CU stranded wire or two 12 AWG 3 3 mm CU stranded wires The connection uses a M3 5 slotted head screw and the maximum tightening torque is 16 in Ibf 1 8 N m Info One of the AC wiring configurations SI SO 604 Figure 2 12 uses a 6 AWG H 13 3 mm CU wire to carry 60 amps and splits to two wires to allow 30 amps for each leg i e AC HOT1 and AC HOT2 IDEAL Industries Inc www idealindustries com manufactures a crimp connector PN 412 and a separate insulator PN 417 that allow up to two 8 AWG 8 4 mm wires with one 6 AWG 13 mm wire to be connected together Info For alternative energy installations and to comply with standard safety H requirements the six pole AC terminal is provided with a stainless steel wire protector to prevent wire damage from the set screw Info The inverters NEUT IN and NEUT OUT terminals are connected together internally The AC ground terminal can accept one 14 to 46 AWG 2 1 to 13 mm CU stranded wire It uses a slo
20. 3 Table 2 4 AC Grounding Electrode Conductor SIZING a2 xver v 23a oa rada a ax DFAE IM PENES dene c EUR IU RUDI Eie 29 Table 2 5 Equipment Grounding Conductor SIZING ssi cnusor imis 9 been kp ada ERES ident inedeiebedeiaeesscesdsdusedaiaesae 31 Table 3 1 Inverter Battery Turn On Off Levels aisiesas vx waa uda sed cr ara 8D OR rd a dca Rr ca a FR Ea ria 38 Table 3 2 Inverter Charger Default Values csssseeeeeeeeeeenn enhn aaannn nnns rh nhan aaa annnm 40 E A 1 BTA NENNE 42 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page v Introduction 1 0 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the RD Series inverter charger from Magnum Energy The RD Series is a modified sine wave inverter designed especially for renewable energy use Powerful yet simple to operate this inverter charger will provide you with the years of trouble free performance you have come to expect from Magnum Energy all backed by our limited 2 year warranty Installation is easy Simply connect the inverter s output to your distribution circuits or electrical panel connect your utility power cable AC to the inverter s easy to reach terminal block connect the batteries and then switch it on for power Use the optional accessories listed below to control and monitor many other Magnum devices The RD Series inverter charger includes the following e 1800 2200 2800 or 3900 watt models in a small footprint less weight and area needed for installation shelf
21. Generator Input Sub panel and Outlets Inverter Loads Figure 2 13 AC Wiring for Dual In Single Out Configurations 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 26 Installation AC Terminal Block AC input and output wiring RD Series Inverter e 9 o o 0 c9 O D iS AC GROUNDS to from both Panels AC NEUT OUT to Sub Panel AC HOT 2 OUT to Sub Panel AC HOT 1 OUT to Sub Panel AC HOT 2 IN from Main Panel AC HOT 1 IN from Main Panel AC NEUT IN from Main Panel Maximum 30 amp breaker double pole required to inverter AC input OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF EELO FEI 3430 EET EF Ie EE 240 VAC is only available when AC power from the main panel is passing through e 3 88 SIS 9 240 120 VAC VAC Main Panel Utility Power Generator Input Sub paneland Outlets Inverter Loads Figure 2 14 AC Wiring for Dual In Dual Out Configurations Page 27 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Installation 2 6 Grounding Inverters The inverter charger should always be connected to a permanent grounded wiring system An inverter system that is properly grounded will limit the risk of electrical shock reduce radio frequency noise from the inverter and minimize excessive surge voltages induced by lightning This is done by ensuring there is a well defined very low resistance path from the electrical system to the grounding system This low resistance path helps s
22. RD1824 RD2824 RD3924 30A sub panel RD2212 RD1824 RD2824 RD3924 30A I nput Breaker Required 10 AWG In amp Out Minimum Wire Size single pole single pole dual pole dual pole 6 AWG In amp Out Can be split to two 10 AWG for HOT 1 amp HOT 2 10 AWG In amp Out 10 AWG In amp Out 3600W 30A 120 VAC 7200W 60A 120 VAC 3600W 30A 120 VAC Maximum Inverter Pass thru capacity 7200W 2 legs of 30A 120 240 VAC or 2 legs of 30A 120 VAC Wiring Figure 2 11 Figure 2 12 Figure 2 13 Figure 2 14 Diagram Note 1 AC Source is from either utility power or a generator Note 2 If two legs of 30A 120 VAC are used they must be from the same source Page 23 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Installation AC Terminal Block AC inputand output wiring RD Series Inverter eo 43A h Gww0 Bg 9 o o DJ AC GROUNDS to from both Panels AC NEUT OUT to Sub Panel AC HOT 1 OUT to Sub Panel AC HOT 1 IN from Main Panel AC NEUT IN from Main Panel DEDSDSODHODSO A expe ag APO DARD B itg HE M Maximum 8S LU 30 amp breaker i single pole iil required to inverter AC input AN AN mi o 3 3 o 120 120 VAC VAC Main Panel Utility Power Generator Input Sub panel and Outlets Inverter Loads Figure 2 11 AC Wiring for Single In Single Out 30A Co
23. VDC 18 0 24 4 VDC 18 0 24 4 VDC LBCO immediate 8 5 VDC 17 0 VDC 17 0 VDC 17 0 VDC adjustable with remote control 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 38 Operation 3 7 Inverter Startup ON OFF Switch The inverter can be turned on and off by lightly pressing and releasing the Power ON OFF switch on the front of the inverter see Figure 3 5 When the inverter is first connected to the batteries or when its automatic protection circuit has turned the inverter off the ON OFF switch will need to be pressed to start the unit or reset per Section 4 3 Once the inverter has been turned on pressing the Power ON OFF switch alternately turns the inverter on and off feature If AC power utility power or generator is connected and qualified on the AC input this AC power will also be available on the AC output and is not controlled by the Power ON OFF switch Status LED Indicator The status indicator is a green LED Light Emitting Diode that provides information on the operational mode of the inverter Watch this indicator see Figure 3 5 for at least 10 seconds to determine the inverter s operational condition from the information below e Off Indicates the inverter is off there is no AC power inverter utility power or generator at the inverter s output terminals If the LED stays off after pressing the ON OFF switch there is a fault condition such as low battery high battery overload over temperature or an i
24. Wiring The Battery Temperature Sensor see Figure 2 7 provides the inverter with precise battery temperature information to automatically adjust the ABSORB and FLOAT charge voltage set points This enables the batteries to be correctly charged under extreme temperature changes If the temperature sensor is NOT installed and the batteries are subjected to large temperature changes battery life may be shortened The BTS provided may be extended to a maximum length of 40 12 m using a RJ11 connector female to female and a standard phone cable with RJ 11 connectors However your inverter to battery cable length shouldn t exceed the recommended distance shown in Table 2 2 To install the BTS 1 Attach the ring terminal end of the Battery Temperature Sensor to the negative battery terminal see Figure 2 5 for proper connection to the battery terminal Route the sensor s cable to the inverter following existing wire runs 3 Connect the RJ11 connector end of the BTS cable to the yellow labeled BTS Port on the inverter see Figure 1 1 Item 6 FRONT VIEW wo s LV WV ol Vi fy VS Pid og STU didi e E NM E R GY 34 Cable 0 375 diameter SIDE VIEW Figure 2 7 Battery Temperature Sensor Page 17 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Installation 2 4 6 Wiring the Inverter to the Battery Bank CAUTI ON The inverter is NOT reverse polarity protected If this happens the inverter AN will be damaged and will not be
25. alternating current AC This AC is similar to the voltage provided by a utility for your home and is used to power the AC electrical appliances i e AC loads connected to the inverter s output e Standby Mode When an external source of AC power e g utility power or generator is connected and qualified on the inverter s AC input it operates in the Standby Mode In the Standby Mode the unit operates as a Battery Charger to convert the incoming AC power into DC power to recharge the batteries and at the same time automatically closes an internal AC Transfer Relay to pass the incoming AC power directly to the inverter s output to continue powering the connected electrical appliances 1 3 What Appliances will run from a Modified Sine Wave Inverter Today s inverters come in two basic output waveforms modified sine wave which is actually a modified square wave and pure sine wave Modified sine wave inverters approximate a pure sine waveform and will run most appliances and electronics without any problems These inverters are less expensive and therefore offer a viable alternative to more expensive pure sine inverters The output of a modified sine wave inverter will run most electronic and household items including but not limited to TV VCR satellite dish receiver computers and printers Some devices such as rechargeable power supplies for phones drills and other like items may not run and could even be at risk for damage
26. atteries Loose AC output connections Tighten AC output connections Battery cables are the wrong length Verify recommended cable lengths and gauges from the or gauge manual Replace cables as necessary Low charging rate Charge rate set too low Adjust charge rate or SHORE settings on remote ec sees Tone Low AC voltage 90 VAC Check AC input wiring Reduce the load increase the generator s RPMs Low charging rate when Generator output is too low to power using a generator both the load and the charger Check the SHORE settings if remote connected Charger doesn t Loose or corroded battery cables Clean and tighten battery cables charge Defective batteries Replace batteries Wrong charger settings Adjust the charger settings ensure the unit is not in Charger Standby Wrong AC input voltage Verify proper AC input voltage and frequency While charging the If the Battery Temperature Sensor This is normal see Section 3 5 Battery Temperature DC charge voltage is BTS is installed the DC voltage will Sensor Operation for more information higher or lower than increase or decrease depending on the expected temperature around the BTS 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 42 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 4 3 Resetting the Inverter Under some fault conditions e g an internal fault the inverter will need to be reset To reset the inverter Press and hold the Power ON OFF pu
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28. b voltage setting The inverter s green LED flashes once every second medium flash to indicate absorption charging for 2 hours determined by the Battery AmpHrs selection then switches to float charging Float Charging The third charging stage occurs at the end of the absorb charging time While float charging the charge voltage is reduced to the float charge voltage determined by the battery type selection In this stage the batteries are kept fully charged and ready if needed by the inverter The inverter s green LED flashes once every 8 seconds slow flash to indicate float charging The Float Charging stage reduces battery gassing minimizes watering requirements for flooded batteries and ensures the batteries are maintained at optimum capacity Full Charge Battery Saver mode The fourth stage occurs after four hours in the Float Charging stage The Full Charge stage is designed to keep batteries fully charged over long periods and prevent excessive loss of water in flooded batteries or drying out of GEL AGM batteries In this stage the charger is turned off and begins monitoring the battery voltage if the battery voltage drops low 12 7 VDC or less on 12 volt models or 25 4 VDC or less on 24 volt models the charger automatically initiates another four hours in float charge Info If the battery voltage falls to the re bulk voltage 12 1 VDC on 12 volt models or 24 2 VDC on 24 volt models or lower the unit will begin another
29. bank should be tied together with wire ties or electrical tape approximately every 6 inches 153mm This helps improve the surge capability and reduces the effects of inductance which improves the inverter waveform and reduces the wear of the inverter s filter capacitors e Crimped and sealed copper ring terminal lugs with a 5 16 hole should be used to connect the DC wires to the inverter s DC terminals e The battery bank voltage MUST match the DC voltage required by the inverter i e 24 volt battery bank for a 24 volt inverter or the inverter may be damaged e To ensure the maximum performance from the inverter all connections from the battery bank to the inverter should be minimized The exceptions are the DC overcurrent disconnect in the positive line and a shunt in the negative line Any other additional connection will contribute to additional voltage drops and these extra connection points may loosen during use e All wiring to the battery terminals should be checked periodically once a month for proper tightness The torque requirement for the DC terminals is between 10 to 12 ft Ibf 13 6 to 16 3 N m If you don t have a torque wrench ensure all DC terminals are tight and cannot move e Be aware that overtightening or misthreading the nuts on the DC terminals can cause the bolts to strip and snap break off e Make sure cables have a smooth bend radius and do not become kinked Place long cable runs in conduit and follow exis
30. bsorb Time 120 minutes 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 40 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 4 0 Maintenance and Troubleshooting The following information is provided to help you keep your RD Series inverter charger in optimum operational condition 4 1 Recommended Inverter and Battery Care The RD Series inverter charger is designed to provide you with years of trouble free service Even though there are no user serviceable parts it is recommended that every 6 months you perform the following maintenance steps to ensure optimum performance and extend the life of your batteries WARNI NG Prior to performing the following checks switch OFF both the AC and DC circuits e Visually inspect the batteries for cracks leaks or swelling replace if necessary e Use baking soda to clean and remove any electrolyte spills or buildups e Check and tighten all battery holddown clamps if applicable e Clean and tighten all battery terminals and connecting cables 10 to 12 ft Ibf 13 6 to 16 3 N m e Check and fill battery water levels Liquid Lead Acid batteries only e Check individual battery voltages load test those that have a voltage difference of more than 0 3 VDC from each other replace if necessary e Check all cable runs for signs of chafing replace if necessary e Check the inverter s cooling vents clean as necessary e Check and tighten the inverter s internal AC terminal block connections 16 in Ibf 1 8 N
31. bulk charge These settings in the RD Series are changeable and leave the factory with default values see Table 3 2 Inverter Charger Default Values These default values are adequate for most installations however if you determine that some of the values need to be changed for your particular system the ME RC50 remote control may be purchased to adjust these settings Absorb ale rb volts Increased Constant Reduced mm Voltage Voltage Voltage Voltage EM Goes to Full Charge after Absorb 4 hours in i Float Charge v Time j Constant Reduced Monitored 55 Current Current Current HO E Figure 3 3 Automatic 4 Stage Charging Graph 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 36 Operation 3 4 Transfer Time While in Standby Mode the AC input is continually monitored Whenever AC power falls below the VAC dropout voltage 80 VAC default setting the inverter automatically transfers back to the Inverter Mode with minimum interruption to your appliances as long as the inverter is turned on The transfer from Standby Mode to Inverter Mode occurs in approximately 16 milliseconds While the RD Series is not designed as a computer UPS system this transfer time is usually fast enough to hold them up However the VAC dropout setting has an effect on the ability of the loads to transfer without resetting The lower this setting the longer the
32. bulkhead or upside down mounting e Modified Sine Wave output e Automatic Power Factor Corrected PFC multi stage battery charging e RS485 standard communication protocol e Remote and Network ports easy connection for optional accessories e ON OFF inverter mounted switch with LED indicator e 30 Amp per leg input can connect two inputs together to allow 60 Amp pass thru e Large AC access and terminal block wire size 10 to 6 AWG 5 3 to 13 3 mm CU e DCterminal covers with 360 degree connection e Field serviceable for qualified personnel tested repair kits available e ETL listed to UL STD 1741 ist edition for safety e Automatic battery temperature compensation using battery temperature sensor for optimum charging even during extreme temperature changes e Overcurrent over temperature and high low battery voltage protection The following accessories are also available for use with the RD Series inverter charger ME RC50 Basic Remote Control easy to read LCD display panel that enables standard inverter and accessories set up control and troubleshooting ME ARC50 Advanced Remote Control easy to read LCD display panel that enables advance inverter and accessories set up control and troubleshooting ME AGS N Automatic Generator Start Module Network version automatically starts stops your generator ME BMK Battery Monitor Kit with Shunt provides precise DC voltage current measurements and provides i
33. covered under warranty Before connecting the DC wires from the batteries to the inverter verify the correct battery voltage and polarity using a voltmeter If the positive terminal of the battery is connected to the negative terminal of the inverter and vice versa severe damage will result If necessary color code the cables with colored tape red for positive and marked white for negative to avoid polarity confusion Info The DC overcurrent device e g circuit breaker or fuse must be placed in H the positive red DC cable line between the inverter s positive DC terminal and the battery s positive terminal red as close to the battery as possible DC Ground Wire Route an appropriately sized DC grounding wire green or bare wire from the inverter s DC Equipment Ground Terminal see Figure 1 2 Item 7 to a dedicated system ground Recommended tightening torque is 45 in Ibf 5 1 N m Refer to Section 2 6 for grounding information and sizing the DC ground wires DC Negative Wire Route an appropriately sized DC negative wire marked white from the negative terminal of the battery bank to the inverter s Negative DC Terminal see Figure 1 2 Item 11 Info If installing a battery monitor such as Magnum s ME BMK install a DC shunt in line with the negative battery cable DC Positive Wire Mount the circuit breaker or fuse assembly as near as practical to the batteries and leave open i e no power to inverter batt
34. ct s original date of purchase The limited warranty extends to the original purchaser of the product and is not assignable or transferable to any subsequent purchaser During the limited warranty period Magnum Energy will repair or replace at Magnum Energy s option any defective parts or any parts that will not properly operate for their intended use with factory new or remanufactured replacement items if such repair or replacement is needed because of product malfunction or failure during normal usage The limited warranty does not cover defects in appearance cosmetic decorative or structural parts or any non operative parts Magnum Energy s limit of liability under the limited warranty shall be the actual cash value of the product at the time the original purchaser returns the product for repair determined by the price paid by the original purchaser Magnum Energy shall not be liable for any other losses or damages Upon request from Magnum Energy the original purchaser must prove the product s original date of purchase by a dated bill of sale itemized receipt The original purchaser shall return the product prepaid to Magnum Energy in Everett WA After the completion of service under this limited warranty Magnum Energy will return the product prepaid to the original purchaser via a Magnum selected non expedited surface freight within the contiguous United States and Canada this excludes Alaska and Hawaii This limited warranty is v
35. d Capabilities Transfer Relay Capability Two input legs at 30A each or combine for 60A Bulk Absorb Float Equalize requires remote and Battery Saver Environmental Specifications Operating Temperature 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F Non operating Temperature 40 C to 70 C 40 F to 158 F Operating Humidity 0 to 95 RH non condensing Physical Specifications 13 75 x 12 65 x 8 0 34 9 cm x 32 1 cm x 20 3 cm 18 5 x 17 5 x 12 5 47 cm x 44 5 cm x 31 8 cm 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 44 Appendix A Specifications A 2 Optional Equipment and Accessories The following Magnum Energy components are available for use with the RD Series inverter charger Some of these items are required depending upon the intended use of the inverter MMP Series Enclosures The MMP175 30D MMP175 60S MMP250 30D and MMP250 60S enclosures are for single in verter applications The MMP Series enclosures have been specifically designed to combine all of the major components required for a renewable energy system inverter battery disconnect AC overcurrent protection grounding connections and a full system inverter bypass switch as a convenient way to isolate the inverter for battery maintenance into a single easy to install pre wired enclosure Smart Battery Combiner The Smart Battery Combiner ME SBC is designed to monitor and charge a second battery us ing a portion of the current that is charging the main ba
36. e from solar panels or other external charging sources Overload During inverter and standby operation the inverter monitors current levels In the event of a short circuit or an overload condition for more than a few seconds the inverter will shut down To start operating after this fault the inverter would need to be restarted turned back on after the inverter s AC loads are reduced removed Over temperature If internal power components begin to exceed their safe operating temperature level the inverter will shut down to protect itself from damage The inverter s status LED turns OFF to indicate the over temperature fault condition The inverter will automatically restart after the units cool down Internal Fault The inverter continually monitors several internal components and the processor communications If a condition occurs that does not allow proper internal operation the inverter will shut down to protect itself and the connected loads The inverter will need to be reset to start operating again refer to Section 4 3 for information on resetting the inverter Table 3 1 Inverter Battery Turn On Off Levels I nverter battery turn I nverter Model ON OFF Levels RD2212 RD1824 RD2824 RD3924 HBCO 215 8 VDC 731 6 VDC 231 6 VDC 231 6 VDC HBCI 15 5 VDC 31 0 VDC 31 0 VDC 31 0 VDC LBCI gt 12 5 VDC 225 0 VDC 225 0 VDC 225 0 VDC LBCO 10 0 VDC 20 0 VDC 20 0 VDC 20 0 VDC 1 minute delay 9 0 12 2 VDC 18 0 24 4
37. e wire s ability to safely handle the inverter s maximum load current After determining the proper AC wire sizes they are required to be protected from short circuits and overloads by an overcurrent protection device and have a means to disconnect the AC circuits The RD Series allows the AC input and output wiring to be permanently wired The inverter s input is wired to the service distribution panel main panel The inverter s output is then wired to a dedicated panel sub panel The inverter uses the circuit breakers provided in the panels as the overcurrent protection and the AC disconnect device AC overcurrent protection isn t included in the inverter and must be provided as part of the inverter installation The AC overcurrent protection device must be a circuit breaker or a fuse disconnect be properly sized and branch circuit rated for the wire it s protecting and the appliances being powered When in Standby Mode the full AC continuous pass thru capacity of the RD Series inverter charger is 30 amps for each AC leg AC HOT1 and AC HOT2 However the AC HOT1 and AC HOT2 may be combined to obtain a 60 amps pass thru capability see Figure 2 12 for the SISO 60A configuration For a 30 amp continuous pass thru capability each AC HOT IN input to the inverter requires a 30 amp continuous duty rated breaker which corresponds to a minimum cable size of 410 AWG 5 3 mm When tying the AC HOT1 and HOT2 together for a 60 amp continuous pass
38. efs and appropriate fittings e 1 4 mounting bolts and lock washers e Electrical tape e Wire ties Tools e Miscellaneous screwdrivers e Pliers e Wire strippers e Drill and drill bits e Pencil or marker e Multimeter e Level e 1 2 wrench Page 7 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Installation Utility Power Generator Power 120 240 VAC Output 120 240 VAC Output e D ME AGS N Auto Gen Start Controller Magnum Accessory ME RC50 ME ARC50 Transfer Switch Main Panel 120 VAC Inverter power 0r120 240 VAC pass thru power to Sub panel 120 240VAC d E power to 3 os inverter 2 d IE In E RD Series d HE alza COIT Inverter Charger 7 gu E gt e o e eo e DC 120 240 120 Overcurrent VAC VAC VAC protection Breaker or Fuse switch QNO Battery Monitor with shunt Magnum Accessory Battery Bank Smart Battery Combiner Magnum Accessory Figure 2 1 Simplified Installation Diagram for Permanent Installations 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 8 Installation 2 1 3 Locating the Inverter Only install the inverter in a location that meets the following requirements Clean and Dry The inverter should not be installed in an area that allows dust fumes insects or rodents to enter or block the inverter s ventilation openings This area also must be free from any risk of condensation water or any other liquid that can ent
39. eps refer to the Troubleshooting section AC Terminal Block AC Output 120 Vac Figure 2 20 AC Voltage Checks Page 33 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Installation 3 0 Operation The RD Series inverter has two normal operating routines Inverter Mode which powers your loads using the batteries and Standby Mode which transfers the incoming AC power e g utility power or a generator to power your loads and also uses this incoming power to recharge the batteries This inverter also includes an extensive protection circuitry to shut down the inverter under certain fault conditions 3 1 Inverter Mode When the RD Series is first powered up it defaults to the OFF mode The momentary Power ON OFF Switch see Figure 1 1 Item 1 must be lightly pressed to turn the inverter ON Subsequently pressing this switch alternately turns the inverter OFF and ON Inverter OFF When the inverter is OFF no power is used from the batteries to power the AC loads and the status LED will be OFF If AC power from an external source utility power or generator is connected and qualified on the inverter s AC input this AC input power will pass through the inverter to power the AC loads However if this AC power is lost the AC loads will no longer be powered because the inverter is OFF When the inverter is turned ON it operates either by searching or inverting depending on the connected AC loads Searching When the inve
40. er or fall on the inverter The inverter uses stainless steel fasteners plated copper busbars and a power coated aluminum base The internal circuit boards are conformal coated All of this is done to help fight the harmful effects of corrosive environments However the inverter s life is uncertain if used in the above types of environments and inverter failure under these conditions is not covered under warranty Info If the inverter is installed in an area where moisture may occur we H recommend putting silicone dielectric grease compound into the electrical ports see Figure 1 1 Items 3 6 Before installing the cables or if leaving any ports open squirt a liberal amount into each port Silicone dielectric makes an effective moisture and corrosive barrier to help protect and prevent corrosion to the RJ11 connections Cool The inverter should be protected from direct sun exposure or equipment that produces extreme heat The ambient temperature around the inverter must not exceed 77 F 25 C to meet power specifications Ventilation In order for the inverter to provide full output power and avoid over temperature fault conditions do not cover or block the inverter s ventilation openings or install this inverter in an area with limited airflow The inverter uses two fans to provide forced air cooling These fans pull in air through the intake vents see Figure 1 2 Item 9 and blow out air through the exhaust vents see Figure 1 3 Item
41. ery power to the inverter at this time This will occur in the Functional Test after the installation is complete CAUTI ON If connecting live battery cables to the inverter DC terminals a brief spark AN or arc may occur this is normal and due to the inverter s internal capacitors being charged f WARNING DO NOT close the DC circuit breaker or connect the fuse to connect Route and connect an appropriately sized DC positive wire red from the inverter s Positive DC Terminal see Figure 1 2 Item 10 to one end of the circuit breaker or DC fuse block Connect a short wire same rating as the DC wires to the other side of the DC circuit breaker or one end of the fuse disconnect assembly and the other end of the short wire to the positive terminal of the battery bank see Figure 2 1 for reference This is essential to ensure even charging and discharging across the entire battery bank Ensure the DC wire connections on the batteries inverter and DC circuit breaker fuse lugs are flush on the surface of the DC terminals and the hardware lock washer and nut used to hold these connections are stacked correctly Figures 2 5 and 2 6 Verify all DC connections are torqued from 10 to 12 ft Ibf 13 6 to 16 3 N m Once the DC connections are completely wired and tested coat the terminals with an approved anti oxidizing spray Attach the red and black terminal covers over the inverter s DC connectors and then secure them in place with
42. es and the CEC Canadian Electrical Code for Canada provide safe wiring standards The NEC CEC list requirements for wire sizes overcurrent protection and installation methods standards Inverter charger systems involve power from multiple sources e g inverter generator utility power batteries etc which makes the wiring more hazardous and challenging The input and output AC and DC circuits are isolated from the inverter chassis The inverter system grounding is the responsibility of the installer in accordance with the NEC CEC and local codes WARNI NG Ensure the sources of DC power i e batteries and AC power utility power or AC generator are de energized i e breakers opened fuses removed before proceeding to prevent accidental shock 2 3 1 Protecting Wire Conduit Box The AC and DC wires into and out of the inverter must be protected as required by code This can be done by using jacketed wires or by feeding wires through a conduit Magnum offers for purchase a DC conduit box ME CB or a single inverter enclosure MMP Series that includes the AC and DC inverter breakers that allow both the AC and DC conduits to be connected to the inverter I nfo If using the ME CB conduit box or the MMP enclosure and the AC wires are H individual conductors i e not jacketed the strain reliefs can be removed and replaced with 3 4 grommets 2 3 2 Wiring Requirements e All conductors that are at risk for physical damage mu
43. help prevent low voltage shutdowns and keep the DC breaker from nuisance tripping or open fuses because of increased current draw See Table 2 1 to select the required minimum DC wire size and corresponding overcurrent device based on your inverter model The cable sizes listed in Table 2 1 for your inverter model are required to reduce stress on the inverter minimize voltage drops increase system efficiency and ensure the inverter s ability to surge heavy loads If the distance from the inverter to the battery bank is greater than 5 feet 1 5 m the DC wire size will need to be increased Longer distances cause an increase in resistance which affects the performance of the inverter Continue to use the overcurrent device previously determined from Table 2 1 and then refer to Table 2 2 to determine the minimum DC wire size needed for various distances based on your inverter model 2 4 2 DC Overcurrent Protection DC overcurrent protection is not included in the inverter it must be provided as part of the installation This requirement is needed in order to comply with electrical code regulations and for safety reasons The DC overcurrent protection device must be installed in the positive DC cable line it can be a fuse or a circuit breaker and it must be DC rated It must be correctly sized according to the size of DC cables being used which means it is required to open before the cable reaches its maximum current carrying capability thereb
44. inverter will wake up and start inverting e 02 LowBattCutOut This setting determines when the inverter will turn off based on low battery voltage The inverter turns off automatically after the battery voltage has been below this setting for more than one minute This protects the batteries from over discharge and the AC loads from unregulated power brown outs e 03 Batt AmpHrs This setting allows the user to input the battery bank size in amp hours which tells the charger how long to charge the batteries in the Absorb Charge stage e 04 Battery Type Sets the type of batteries being used in the system this information tells the charger what voltage level to use to charge the batteries e 05 Charge Rate This setting can be used to turn off the charger limit the amount of current that the charger can use leaving more current available to power loads or to ensure small battery banks are not overheated because of a too high charge rate e 06 VAC Dropout Sets the minimum AC voltage that must be present on the AC input before the unit transfers from Standby Mode to Inverter Mode This protects the AC loads from utility power outages and brown outs Using the ME RC5O remote also provides the following features e allows you to enable an equalize charge for certain battery types e displays inverter charger s operating status e provides fault information for troubleshooting Table 3 2 Inverter Charger Default Values 600 Amp Hours A
45. l Battery Wiring B 6 3 Series Parallel Wiring A series parallel configuration increases both voltage to match the inverter s DC requirements and Amp Hour capacity to increase run time for operating the loads using smaller lower voltage batteries In Figure B 3 below four 6 VDC 200 AH batteries are combined into two strings resulting in a 12 VDC 400 AH battery bank Series P llel Batt Wiri combines battery voltage and capacity 6 VDC 6 VDC 200 AH 6 VDC 200 AH 200 AH 200 AH AHI 12 VDC 12 VDC 200 AH 6 VDC 400 AH 400 AH 12 VDC 200 AH 6 VDC ELE 200 AH 12 VDC 200 AH 6 VDC HEr add voltage and ity togeth add voltage add capacity aL ia ceca in series in parallel Figure B 3 Series Parallel Battery Wiring 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 48 Appendix B Battery Information overcurrent protection s to 12 VDC tring gt 12 VDC inverter 12 VDC 100 AH battery total capacity 100 AH 100 AH 12 volt battery bank one string of one 12 volt battery overcurrent protection co Os to 12 VDC Series String inverter 6 VDC 6 VDC battery battery total capacity 200 AH 200 AH 200 AH 12 volt battery bank one string of two 6 volt batteries wired in serie9 overcurrent protection 9 amp to 12 VDC Parallel String y inverter 100 AH 100 AH Daten total capacity 12 volt battery bank parallel two 12 volt batteries Parallel String 200 AH 200 AH overcurrent
46. ll avoid a repeat over temp shutdown risen above acceptable limits caused if the cause was too many loads for the ambient by loads too great for the inverter to conditions operate continuously or by lack of ventilation to the inverter When the Check ventilation around the inverter ensure cool air unit has cooled it will automatically is available to pass through the inverter refer to the reset and resume operation ventilation requirements in Section 2 1 3 AC overload condition The inverter Reduce the AC loads connected to the inverter or remove has turned off because the connected all AC output wiring and restart the inverter loads are larger than the inverter s output capacity or the output wires are shorted Internal fault This fault occurs when To clear this fault an inverter reset is required Remove an internal fault is detected DC power to the inverter or press and hold down the power switch on the inverter for 15 seconds until the green status LED comes on If this fault does not clear the unit will need to be serviced No output power Unit is in Search Mode which means Turn on a load greater than 5 watts to bring the inverter Green LED is flashing the load is too small for Search Mode to full output power or turn off Search with remote circuit detection Low output or surge Loose or corroded battery cables Clean and tighten all cables ne e EEUU Low batteries Recharge or replace b
47. m Page 41 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Maintenance and Troubleshooting 4 2 Troubleshooting The RD Series inverter charger is a fairly simple device to troubleshoot There are only two active circuits AC and DC as well as a charging circuit The following chart is designed to help you quickly pinpoint the most common inverter failures Table 4 1 Basic Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Recommended Solution No output power Inverter is switched OFF Switch the inverter ON BET i Battery voltage is too low The battery Check fuses circuit breakers and cable connections voltage level has dropped below the Check battery voltage at the inverter s terminals Your Low Battery Cut Out LBCO set point batteries may need to be charged and this fault condition for more than one minute will automatically clear when the battery voltage exceeds the LBCI voltage The battery voltage is too high The This condition usually only occurs when an additional inverter automatically resets and charging source alternator solar panels or other resumes operation when the battery external charging sources is used to charge the battery voltage drops to the HBCI voltage or bank Reduce or turn off any other charger to the inverter lower batteries to allow the voltage level to drop Over temperature condition The Reduce the number of electrical loads that you are internal temperature of the inverter has operating This wi
48. matter such as stone steel iron brick tile concrete slate and glass Avoid common building materials such as gypsum board painted surfaces wall coverings and any type of wood SHELF OR TABLE MOUNTED UP SIDE DOWN SHELF OR TABLE MOUNTED RIGHT SIDE UP Watt MOUNTED DC TERMINALS ON THE BOTTOM WHEN THE INVERTER IS MOUNTED IN THIS POSITION THE MP HOOD INVERTER HOOD ON TOP AND THE ME CB CONDUIT BOX ON BOTTOM oR MMP SERIES ENCLOSURE MUST BE USED Watt MOUNTED DC TERMINALS TO THE RIGHT Figure 2 2 Approved Mounting Positions 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 10 Installation 8 20 3 cm 6 5 8 16 8 cm 9 E o ar 12 4 cm Gy 3 2 13 3 4 5 1 cm 34 9 cm Keyhole slots O G x4 and mounting holes i x4 accept k ie up to 9 32 12 4 cm 7 mm screw bolt 12 30 5 cm 12 5 8 32 1 cm Figure 2 3 RD Series Dimensions and Side Reference Page 11 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Installation 2 3 Wiring the Inverter General Requirements This section describes the requirements and recommendations for wiring the RD Series inverter charger Before wiring the inverter charger read all instructions All wiring should meet all local codes and industry standards and be performed by qualified personnel such as a licensed electrician The NEC National Electric Code ANSI NFPA 70 for the United Stat
49. me Size your battery bank to the systems AC load requirements and length of time required to run from the batteries In general the battery bank should not be discharged more than 50 Additional DC charging devices such as solar wind hydro etc can provide longer run times by recharging the batteries in the absence of AC utility power or generator power Info For the RD Series inverter charger to perform optimally a minimum battery H bank of 200 AH is recommended for moderate loads 1000W and greater than 400 AH for heavy loads Z1000W 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 46 Appendix B Battery Information B 5 Battery Bank Sizing Worksheet Complete the steps below to determine the battery bank size required to power your AC loads l Determine the daily power needed for each load a List all AC loads required to run and b List the Watt Hours for each load see Table B 1 for common loads wattage and c multiply by how many hours per day or a fraction of an hour each load will be used and d multiply by how many days per week you will use the listed loads and e divide by seven Average Daily Watt Hours Per Load Average Daily Watt Hours Per Load AC load Watt Hours x hours per day x days per week 7 total power 2 Determine the total power needed each day for all the loads e Add the Average Daily Watt Hours Per Load together Total Daily Watt Hours Total Daily Watt Hours 3 Determine the batte
50. move the two screws to access the AC wiring terminal block I nput Circuit Breaker this circuit breaker protects the unit s internal charger wiring and pass thru relay while in Standby Mode This circuit breaker will pop out when it opens Press in to reset This input circuit breaker is not branch circuit rated therefore branch circuit rated breakers must be installed in the inverter s input wiring 0000 CAUTI ON The inverter s internal AC transfer relay is rated for 30 amps per leg The pass thru current must be no greater than 30 amps per leg or damage to the relays may occur gt MoDeL SERIAL NUMBER 14 AC Access Cover 15 LABEL o EXHAUST pe AIR VENTS REA AIRE BACK SIDE p HA Cente jo AME i uL STO EPA Tel Edie G1 00001 CB3 INPUT 304 16 INPUT CIRCUIT BREAKER Figure 1 3 Left Side Features 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 4 Introduction 1 2 How an Inverter Charger Works An inverter takes direct current DC from your batteries and turns it into alternating current AC It also takes alternating current when connected to a generator or to utility power and transforms it into direct current to charge your batteries These two modes of operation associated with this inverter charger are referred to in this document as e Inverter Mode When the inverter is properly connected to batteries and turned on the direct current DC from the batteries is transformed into a modified sine wave
51. n 75 watts to the inverter output and verify it comes on and shines normally DO NOT connect anything but a light bulb until all wiring and voltages are confirmed to be correct 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 32 Installation 5 watts 5 watts is the default setting is connected to the inverter or when the Search Mode is turned OFF with a remote display ME RC50 5 Check the AC output voltage of the inverter by connecting an AC voltmeter to the output terminals see Figure 2 20 and verify the correct output voltages i I nfo The inverter s AC output voltage will not be correct until a load greater than 6 Press and release the inverter s ON OFF switch to turn the inverter off The inverter s status indicator and the connected load should go off 7 Apply AC power to the inverter s AC input After the AC input power is qualified approximately 15 seconds the incoming AC power will transfer through the inverter to the inverter s AC output and power the light bulb Verify the inverter s status indicator and that the light bulb comes on 8 Even though the light bulb is on the inverter is currently disabled off Press and release the ON OFF switch on the inverter to enable turn on the inverter 9 Disconnect the incoming AC power to the inverter Verify the light bulb remains on and is now powered by the inverter If the inverter passes all the previous steps the inverter is ready for use If the inverter fails any of the st
52. nc 2211 West Casino Rd Everett WA 98204 Phone 425 353 8833 Fax 425 353 8390 Record the unit s model and serial number in case you need to provide this information in the future It is much easier to record this information now instead of trying to gather it after the unit has been installed Magnum EnergyQ is a registered trademark of Magnum Energy Inc 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page i IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTI ONS e This manual contains important safety instructions that must be followed during the installation and operation of this product e All electrical work must be performed in accordance with local state and federal electrical codes e Read all instructions and safety information contained in this manual before installing or using this product e This product is designed for indoor compartment installation It must not be exposed to rain snow moisture or liquids of any type e Use insulated tools to reduce the chance of electrical shock or accidental short circuits e Remove all jewelry such as rings watches bracelets etc when installing or performing maintenance on the inverter e Always disconnect the batteries or energy source prior to installing or performing maintenance on the inverter e live power may be present at more than one point since an inverter utilizes both batteries and AC e Always verify proper wiring prior to starting the inverter e There are no user serviceable parts contai
53. ned in this product e This unit is provided with integral protection against overloads e The input and output AC and DC circuits are isolated from the inverter chassis The inverter system grounding is the responsibility of the installer in accordance with the NEC CEC and local codes e Both AC and DC overcurrent protection must be provided as part of the installation e Use Class 1 wiring methods for field wiring connections to terminals of a Class 2 circuit e Use only copper wires with a minimum temperature rating of 90 C e Listed or labeled equipment shall be installed and used in accordance with any instructions included in the listing or labeling Safety Symbols To reduce the risk of electrical shock fire or other safety hazard the following safety symbols have been placed throughout this manual to indicate dangerous and important safety instructions WARNI NG This symbol indicates that failure to take a specified action could result in physical harm to the user CAUTI ON This symbol indicates that failure to take a specified action could result in damage to the equipment I nfo This symbol indicates information that emphasizes or supplements important points of the main text Remedy This symbol provides possible solutions for related issues Ne E gt S SAVE THESE INSTRUCTI ONS Page ii 2010 Magnum Energy Inc IMPORTANT BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTI ONS e Be very careful when working around batteries they can
54. nfigurations 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 24 Installation AC Terminal Block AC input and output wiring RD Series Inverter o 0 e o 9 o AC GROUNDS to from both Panels AC NEUT OUT to Sub Panel AC HOT 2 OUT to Sub Panel AC HOT 1 OUT to Sub Panel AC NEUT IN from Main Panel QeaososoSoSQ o RI 7 MDE 0 o o KOZA a F JEN EG Eu E H E _ e E Maxim um CENE UE 60 amp breaker 3 ig JE E E single pole E u E dU ceu E required to B i i wo E o E inverter AC input 120 120 120 VAC VAC VAC Main Panel Utility Power Generator Input Sub panel and Outlets Inverter Loads Figure 2 12 AC Wiring for Single In Single Out 60A Configurations Page 25 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Installation AC Terminal Block AC input and output wiring RD Series Inverter o X 3 33JJ Gkb j 9 9 o AC GROUNDS to from both Panels AC NEUTOUT to Sub Panel AC HOT 2 OUT to Sub Panel AC HOT 2 IN from Main Panel AC HOT 1 IN from Main Panel AC NEUT IN from Main Panel KZ 212721012728 OFF OFF OFF NO NO Maximum 30 amp breaker double pole 9 required to inverter AC input EF EE EF Ele EELO ERI OFF OFF OFF e 05 e 120 120 VAC VAC Main Panel Utility Power
55. nformation on your battery s State of Charge SOC condition ME CB Conduit Box provides 1 2 2 knockouts for connecting AC and DC conduit runs to the inverter ME SBC Smart Battery Combiner monitors and keeps a second battery charged using a portion of the current that is charging a main battery MMP Mini Magnum Panel combines all of the major components required for a renewable energy system into a single easy to install pre wired enclosure Page 1 2010 Magnum Energy Inc I ntroduction 1 1 Features and Benefits The RD Series inverter charger is designed to allow easy access to wiring circuit breakers and controls Its die cast baseplate with one piece aluminum cover ensures maximum durability with minimum weight as well as cooler more efficient operation The front of the RD Series is equipped with the following features see Figures 1 1 and 1 2 Power ON OFF Switch a momentary pushbutton switch that alternately turns the inverter On or Off Status LED I ndicator this green LED illuminates to provide information on the inverter or charger operation Stack Accessories Connection Port red label a RJ11 port that accepts the optional Remote Switch Adapters RSAs which enable remote on off switch operation Info The stacking feature is NOT available with the RD Series Network Connection Port green label a RJ11 port that accepts optional network capable accessories e g Auto Gen Start or Bat
56. nnnnennnnnvennnerunene 41 4 2 JTFOUDISSIIOOBPIU ME ENE EEE NE FIN DPI Eia 42 4 3 Resetting the Inverter SG 43 Appendix A Specifications and Optional Equipment 44 A 1 Inverter Charger Specifications eeessseeeeeeeeeeeennnmhhnhh hehe enr nn 44 A 2 Optional Equipment and ACCESSONMES as ade tiras xrE ds Pii a n aa a bea Prud TUR x Tx E CYa dud 45 Appendix B Battery Information eene eere nnn nnn 46 B 1 ENN 46 B 2 BU TYPO eani E ren IIRAMEEE NE KEIN INE EE NENNEN E 46 BUT TENNE ee ere ete a tt a er ere Tre ee mre ter er rene ert 46 B 4 Battery Bank SIZING aeisas pgs dei pR Saar RE qu aoa ard duong len put pR NE R Ua rong and V E a Ur 46 B 5 Battery Bank Sizing WOorKSh6QeL isssssesxxa rd work n x VEA RE RODEO EFGRRCCOR KC GCR RC 47 B 6 Battery Wiring Configurations ieeeeeeees ea hasnaau uaa aka arr RERRSRRXYyRREREXRYN RRREESYAERRE 48 Limited Warranty seccxauesausaueE EXER owen scan NFMRNEENDEAERENNUAUEENE SENE SENENE KE KIM MN NNE 51 How to Receive Repair Service s nunnuunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnunnnnnnnnnunnnnnnnnnune 51 Page iv 2010 Magnum Energy Inc List of Figures Figure 1 1 Power Switch Status LED and Accessory Connection Ports sssssesseee enn 3 Fig re 1 2 ENN 3 Figure 1 3 Left Side Features Ls We ES CPUS XAMECERUCHERTERIRVERR I ERA HEAT QUERN UP A Hir SERRE AA RCRUM E d EE 4 Figure 2 1 Simplified Installation Diagram for Permanent Ins
57. ntally energized must be grounded The equipment grounding conductor must be sized to safely carry the maximum ground fault current likely to be imposed on it from where a ground fault may occur In accordance with the NEC use Table 2 5 to size the equipment grounding conductors This table requires that the equipment grounding conductor be sized according to the rating of the overcurrent device protecting the circuit be continuous to allow fault currents to properly operate overcurrent devices Where equipment is removed and this disconnects the bonding connection between the grounding electrode conductor and exposed conducting surfaces a bonding jumper must be installed while the equipment is removed q CAUTI ON The connections and wiring for the equipment grounding conductor must AC Side Where the AC output from the inverter is connected to an AC load center there should be an equipment grounding conductor connected between the inverter case and the grounding point in the AC load center The AC Equipment Grounding Conductor EGC AC is sized per Table 2 5 and is connected to the inverter s AC equipment grounding terminal shown in Figure 2 10 DC Side Since the currents on the DC side are higher than the AC side 10 times at 12 volts 5 times at 24 volts the equipment grounding needs are different The DC Equipment Grounding Conductor EGC DC is sized per Table 2 5 and connected to the DC equipment grounding terminal on the inverter
58. nternal fault Refer to the Troubleshooting section to help diagnose clear the fault condition f WARNI NG The Power ON OFF control switch does not turn on or off the charger e Slow flash blinks on once every 8 seconds Indicates float charging the inverter is in Standby Mode the external AC power that is connected to the inverter s input is passing through the inverter and is powering the AC loads connected to the inverter s output e Medium flash blinks on once every second When AC power is not connected to inverter input Indicates the inverter is on and using energy from the battery The inverter is either 1 Inverting providing full power to the loads connected to the inverter or 2 Searching conserving power and waiting for a load to be turned on that meets or exceeds the search watts parameter 5 watts is the inverter default setting When AC power is connected to inverter input Indicates absorb charging the inverter is in Standby Mode the external AC power that is connected to the inverter s input is passing thru the inverter and is powering the AC loads connected to the inverter s output e On solid Indicates bulk charging the inverter is in Standby Mode the external AC power that is connected to the inverter s input is passing thru the inverter and is powering the AC loads connected to the inverter s output Power ON OFF I Power ON OFF Charging Inverting rt pushbutton switch S
59. oided if e the product has been modified without authorization e the serial number has been altered or removed e the product has been damaged from abuse neglect accident high voltage or corrosion e the product was not installed and operated according to the owner s manual How to Receive Repair Service If your product requires warranty service or repair contact either 1 An Authorized Service Center which are listed on the Magnum Energy website at www magnumenergy com servicecenters htm or 2 Magnum Energy Inc at Telephone 425 353 8833 Fax 425 353 8390 Email warranty magnumenergy com If returning the product directly to Magnum Energy for repair you must e return the unit in the original or equivalent shipping container e receive a Return Materials Authorization RMA number from the factory prior to the return of the product to Magnum Energy for repair e place RMA numbers clearly on the shipping container or on the packing slip BEFORE RETURNING ANY UNIT TO MAGNUM ENERGY INC A RETURN MATERI AL AUTHORI ZATI ON RMA NUMBER IS REQUIRED Page 51 2010 Magnum Energy Inc BP APR lna VIPPE STU W EVE E N E R G Y Magnum Energy Inc 2211 West Casino Rd Everett WA 98204 Phone 425 353 8833 Fax 425 353 8390 Web www magnumenergy com RD Series Owner s Manual PN 64 0006 Rev A
60. on the requirements needed to increase efficiency and reduce stress to the inverter Note 3 The next larger standard size overcurrent device may be used if the de rated cable ampacity falls between the standard overcurrent devices found in the NEC Note 4 Per the NEC the DC grounding electrode conductor can be a 46 AWG 33 6 mm2 conductor if that is the only connection to the grounding electrode and that grounding electrode is a rod pipe or plate electrode Note 5 May not allow continuous operation at full rated power as defined by the NEC Page 15 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Installation Table 2 2 DC Wire Size For Increased Distance in free air Minimum Recommended DC Wire Size one way Model 1 3feet 3 5feet S10 feet Copper wire rated with 90 C 194 F insulation at an ambient temperature of 30 C 86 F 2 4 3 DC Cable Connections Do not put anything between the DC cable ring lug and the battery terminal post or the flat metal part of the inverter s DC terminal When connecting the DC cable to the battery or inverter DC terminals the cable should be placed directly against the inverter or battery terminals Incorrectly installed hardware causes a high resistance connection which could lead to poor inverter charger performance and may melt the cable and terminal connections Follow the examples in Figures 2 5 and 2 6 to connect the DC cables and stack the hardware correctly Tighten the terminal connections
61. other properly sized conductors in each electrical system will safely carry any fault currents if they occur Grounding System GE Grounding Electrode DC side dedicated J ci i Oe Figure 2 18 Single Connection to DC Ground Rod Method 3 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 30 Installation 2 6 2 System Bonding Jumper The RD Series inverter does not include an internal bond between the grounded conductor AC neutral DC negative and the equipment grounding terminals This bond System Bonding Jumper SBJ is usually done in the main distribution panel for each electrical system CAUTI ON There should be one and only one point in each electrical system both AC and DC where the grounded conductor is attached to the grounding electrode conductor AC Side The size of the System Bonding Jumper SBJ in the AC electrical system is based on the area of the largest AC ungrounded conductor In accordance with the NEC use Table 2 4 to determine the system bonding jumper size compared to the largest AC ungrounded conductor DC Side The size of the System Bonding Jumper SBJ in the DC electrical system must not be smaller than the DC Grounding Electrode Conductor GEC DC used which is determined from the grounding method that will be used see Section 2 6 1 2 6 3 Equipment Grounding Conductor The inverter case and all other non current carrying exposed metal surfaces in the entire electrical system that may be accide
62. roughly with soap and water In the event of exposure to the eyes flood them for at least 15 minutes with running water and seek immediate medical attention e Recycle old batteries SAVE THESE INSTRUCTI ONS 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page iii Table of Contents LO MEGANE r 1 1 1 Features TENNES 2 1 2 How an Inverter Charger WorkS s sssssssssssrsnrnsnerrrsnnrnrnrnrnrnrnrnrnrnrnrnrnrnnrrnnnn 5 1 3 What Appliances will run from a Modified Sine Wave Inverter eee 5 1 4 PS IRN 5 20 NR venn 7 2 1 FEN NNN 7 Zad Mounting the Inverter ra Tinde 10 2 3 Wiring the Inverter General Requirements uurnnarnnnnunnnnnrnnnnnnnvnnennnnnnuuneere 12 2 4 B R gif TETTE UT 13 EE eS N E EE NE E A 19 2 6 Grounding Tnver Eel EE EEE EN 28 Zi Inverter Notification Requirements eeeeeeeesseee nnne n nhan nnn 32 2 8 Final Inspection ETE TT UTEM 32 2 9 Fulle 32 30 ON oosenid dues soDeE Xs URN RO RU UN UTR KR NUM REM NEU RUC E EO RON DN CR UAR E RR 34 3 1 MENN 34 3 2 Sty MOUE served nr oane nTn EEE EN TEEN 35 353 PINNE 55 PTE TN 37 3 5 Battery Temperature Sensor Operation uuvavunensunannvenrnsunnnavnneavnnenunvnrnvenrnaunnn 3 3 6 Poem NANNA 38 3 7 IAY TOF S U orrena r ran EE N E E EEr E 39 3 8 mises APERUIT 40 4 0 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 41 4 1 Recommended Inverter and Battery Care s xrurarnannnnunnnnnnnnnn
63. rter is first turned ON the automatic Search feature is enabled This feature is provided to conserve battery power when AC power is not required In this mode the inverter pulses the AC output looking for an AC load e g electrical appliance Whenever an AC load greater than 5 watts is turned on the inverter recognizes the need for power and automatically starts inverting When there is no load or less than 5 watts detected the inverter automatically goes back into Search Mode to minimize energy consumption from the battery bank When the inverter is searching the inverter s green LED flashes fast I nfo The factory default value for the Search feature is 5 watts it can be turned off or adjusted from 5 to 50 watts using the ME RC50 remote display I nverting When a load greater than 5 watts is connected to the inverter output the RD Series inverts the DC power from the battery and supplies 120 VAC power to your sub panel The inverter s green LED flashes once every 2 seconds medium flash to indicate it is inverting The amount of time the inverter can be inverting and providing power is directly related to the amount of AC loads that are connected and the capacity of the battery bank Refer to Figure 3 1 to see the flow of power from the DC input to the AC output while in the Inverter Mode AC Hot C B2 INV AC HOT 2 IN Transfer Relay optional AC HOT2 OUT QUT V EG 3 0 AC HOT 1 IN CBi AC HOT 1 OUT 120 i Tm
64. ry Amp Hour capacity needed inverter battery voltage to run all the loads before recharging e Divide the Total Daily Watt Hours by the nominal battery volt age of the inverter i e 12 24 volts and e Multiply this by how many days the loads will need to run without having power to recharge the batteries typically 3 to 5 days of storage Storage Amp Hours 4 Determine how deeply you want to discharge your batteries e Divide the Storage Amp Hours by 0 2 or 0 5 to get the Total Amp Hours a 0 2 Discharges the batteries by 20 80 remaining this is considered the optimal level for long battery life or b 0 5 Discharges the batteries by 50 50 remaining this is considered a realistic trade off between battery cost and battery life Total Amp Hours Additional compensation Low battery temperature If the batteries are installed in a location that will be exposed to low temperatures the available output will be less In these instances you will need to determine the lowest temperature the battery bank will experience and multiply the Total Amp Hours by the Multiplier below 80F 27C 70F 21C 60F 15C 50F 10C 40F 4C 30F 1C 20F 7C Inverter efficiency When the inverter is used in a back up power application the inverter efficiency will not be a large concern however if the inverter is the primary AC source for the calculated load the Total Amp Hours should be multiplied by 1 2 to factor in an average 80
65. s depending on the temperature reading of the BTS For example the nominal absorb charge voltage for a flooded battery at 77 F 25 C on a 24 volt model is 29 2 VDC If the battery temperature is 95 F 35 C the absorb charge voltage would decrease to 28 6 VDC 29 2 VDC 0 6 change If the temperature sensor is NOT installed the charge voltages will not be compensated and the battery will maintain the charge it had at a temperature of 77 F 25 C The life of the batteries may be reduced if they are subjected to large temperature changes when the BTS is not installed Info When the BTS is connected the battery charger uses a value of 5mV 9C Cell from 0 509C to change the charge voltage based on temperature Temperature Compensation using BTS 12 VDC units 24VDC units Sa BE gt 0 6V 1 2V L S og Eu TS connected a 0 6V Fi No Change 0 3V 0 6V 0 9V 1 2V 1 5V C o o gt C C e Kam O gt q9 0 o C c Kam O 5C 10C 15C 20C 25C 30C 35C 40C 45C 50C 32F 41F 50F 59F 68F 77F 86F 95F 104F 113F 122F Temperature reading from BTS Figure 3 4 BTS Temperature to Charge Voltage Change Page 37 2010 Magnum Energy Inc 3 6 Operation Protection Circuitry Operation The inverter is protected against fault conditions and in normal usage it will be rare to see any However if a condition occurs that is outside the inverter s normal operating parameters i
66. shbutton see Figure 4 1 for approximately fifteen 15 seconds until the Charging Inverting Status LED comes on and flashes rapidly once the rapid flashing has begun release the Power ON OFF pushbutton The Status LED will go off after the pushbutton is released After the inverter reset is completed press the ON OFF pushbutton to turn the inverter ON Info The Power ON OFF pushbutton is a small momentary type switch which operates by lightly pressing and releasing 1 Press and hold the Power Power ON OFF 7 7 ON OFF pushbutton Charging Inverting xmn Stack Port Magnum Net RE Remote Battery Temp Sensor 2 Watch the Charging Inverting Status LED after approximately 15 seconds it should come on and flash rapidly to indicate the inverter has reset The Status LED will go off after the pushbutton is released Figure 4 1 Performing an I nverter Reset Page 43 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Appendix A Specifications Appendix A Specifications and Optional Equipment A 1 Inverter Charger Specifications RD2212 RD1824 RD2824 RD3924 I nverter Specifications E msec Surge Current emps a 60 o J oo i 00 msec surge Current amps ac 44 8 Charger Specifications Continuous Output at 25 C 110 ADC 50 ADC 80 ADC 105 ADC AC Input Frequency Range 50 to 70 Hz AC Input Voltage Range 60 to 140 VAC 120 VAC nominal General Features an
67. shown in Figure 1 2 Item 7 Table 2 5 Equipment Grounding Conductor Sizing Rating of Overcurrent Minimum Size of Copper Device Ground Wire 12 AWG 30 60 amp 10 AWG Page 31 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Installation 2 7 Inverter Notification Requirements A warning label as shown in Figure 2 19 is provided to inform all personnel that an inverter is installed in your electrical system Affix this label in a clearly visible location by the electrical panel that is being powered by the inverter This is because it might be falsely assumed that the panel is no longer hot after the AC power has been shut off when power may actually still be available due to the inverter automatically powering the panel WARNING This electrical system is equipped with an Automatic Generator Starting AGS device and or an inverter Disconnect all AC and DC power to the AGS and or inverter before performing any service to the electrical system Failure to do so can result in shock causing serious injury or death PN 62 0002 Rev A Figure 2 19 Warning Label 2 8 Final Inspection 1 Verify all cables conduit runs are secured with wire ties or other non conductive fasteners to prevent chafing or damage from movement and vibration 2 Verify strain reliefs or grommets are in place to prevent damage to the wiring or conduit where it passes through walls or other openings Verify all AC connections are correct and torqued to a maximum
68. st be protected by tape or placed in a raceway e Always check for existing electrical plumbing or other areas of potential damage prior to making cuts in structural surfaces or walls e Do not mix AC and DC wiring in the same panel unless specifically approved designed for both AC and DC wiring Where DC wiring must cross AC or vice versa try to make the wires 90 to one another at the crossing point e Both AC and DC overcurrent protection must be provided as part of the installation e The inverter requires a reliable negative and ground return path directly to the battery e Use only copper wires with a minimum temperature rating of 90 C 2 3 3 Wire Routing Before connecting any wires determine all wire routes to and from the inverter Conductors passing through walls or other structural members must be protected to minimize insulation damage such as chafing During installation always avoid placing conductors near sources of chafing caused by vibration or constant rubbing Typical routing scenarios include e AC input wiring from utility power source to the inverter e AC input wiring from a generator optional to the inverter e DC input wiring from the batteries to the inverter e AC output wiring from the inverter to the AC main panel or to dedicated circuits e Battery Temperature Sensor cable from the inverter to the batteries e Remote control cable optional to the inverter e Ground wiring to and from the inverter 20
69. t of the inverter To meet regulatory requirements the RD Series must be mounted in one of the following positions as shown in Figure 2 2 e above or under a horizontal surface shelf or table e or on a vertical surface wall with the DC terminals to the right e or ona vertical surface wall with DC terminals toward the bottom MP HOOD inverter hood installed on the top and either the ME CB Conduit Box or MMP Series single inverter enclosure installed on the inverter s bottom I nfo The ME CB and the MMP Series enclosure prevent material from falling out the H bottom in the event of an internal fire and also allow sufficient ventilation to prevent the inverter from overheating under normal operating conditions The MP HOOD inverter hood helps prevent items from falling inside causing damage to the inverter Info Magnum provides a backplate with a suitable surface for mounting the H inverter These backplates also provide the ability to mount the MMP Series enclosure PN BP MMP After determining the mounting position refer to the physical dimensions as shown in Figure 2 3 or use the base of the inverter as a template to mark your mounting screw locations Non combustible surface A surface made of material that will not ignite burn support combustion or release flammable vapors when subjected to fire or heat as per the ASTM E136 standard For the most part these are materials that are largely comprised of inorganic
70. t will shut down and attempt to protect itself the battery bank and your AC loads If there is a condition that causes the inverter to shut down it may be one of the following conditions also refer to the Troubleshooting section Section 4 2 to help diagnose and clear the fault condition Low Battery The inverter will shut off whenever the battery voltage falls to the Low Battery Cut Out LBCO level to protect the batteries from being over discharged After the inverter has reached the LBCO level and turned off the inverter will automatically restart after one of the following conditions AC Power is applied and the inverter begins operating as a battery charger or battery voltage rises to the Low Battery Cut In LBCI level The inverter s status LED turns off when a low battery fault condition occurs Refer to Table 3 1 to determine the LBCO and LBCI levels for your particular inverter model High Battery In the event the battery voltage approaches the High Battery Cut Out HBCO level the inverter will automatically shut down to prevent the inverter from supplying unregulated AC output voltage The inverter s status LED turns off when a high battery fault condition occurs The inverter will automatically restart when the battery falls to the High Battery Cut In HBCI level Refer to Table 3 1 to determine the HBCO and HBCI levels for your inverter model Info High battery voltage may be caused by excessive or unregulated voltag
71. tabilize the electrical system voltage with respect to ground and carries fault currents directly to ground if the electrical system malfunctions To understand how the conductors in the electrical circuit will be connected to the system ground the following terms should be understood e Grounded Conductor GC The wire cable in the electrical system that normally carries current usually the AC neutral and or the DC negative and is intentionally connected or bonded to the ground system This wire or the ends of this wire should be colored white or gray e Equipment Grounding Conductor EGC A wire cable that does not normally carry current and is used to connect the exposed metal parts of equipment that might be accidentally energized to the grounding electrode system or the grounded conductor This wire or the ends of this wire should be green or green with a yellow stripe or this wire can be bare copper e Grounding Electrode Conductor GEC The wire cable that does not normally carry current and connects the grounded conductor and or the equipment grounding conductor to the grounding electrode at the service equipment e Grounding Electrode GE A ground rod or conducting element that establishes an electrical connection to the earth e System bonding jumper SBJ The connection between the grounded circuit conductor in the electrical system and the equipment grounding conductor at a separately derived system The RD Series inver
72. tack Port Magnum Net i Remote f Charging Inverting Battery TempSensor B Status LED indicator Figure 3 5 Power Switch and Status Indicator Page 39 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Operation 3 8 Factory Default Values Your RD Series inverter charger uses default values for the adjustable settings see Table 3 2 that are adequate for most installations If some of your operating parameters need to be changed from the default values the optional ME RC50 remote control can be used to make those changes To help you determine if you need the ME RC50 remote display information on the inverter charger settings that can be changed is provided below The settings once programmed are saved in the remote s non volatile memory and are preserved until changed even if DC power to the inverter is lost as long as the ME RC50 remote is connected For information on the full range of settings for each function refer to the ME RC50 Owner s Manual at www magnumenergy com e Shore This setting ensures the inverter AC loads receive the maximum current available from the utility power or generator When the total current used to power the AC loads and to charge the batteries begins to approach the Shore setting the current that was used for charging the batteries will automatically be reduced e 01 Search Watts This setting allows you to turn off the power saving Search Mode circuitry or adjust the power level at which the
73. tage The automatic 4 stage charge process provides complete recharging and monitoring of the batteries without damage due to overcharging The EQ stage requires the ME RC5O remote to enable equalization charge is used to stir up stratified electrolyte and to try to reverse battery plate sulfation that may have occurred While charging the unit may go into Charger Back off protection which automatically reduces the charge current to the batteries This is caused by 1 the internal temperature is too hot the charger automatically reduces the charge rate to maintain temperature or 2 the AC input voltage falls below 90 VAC the charger will stop charging to help stabilize the incoming AC voltage Page 35 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Operation The Charge Mode provides up to four separate charging stages Bulk Charging Absorb Charging Float Charging and Full Charge see Figure 3 3 Bulk Charging This is the initial stage of charging While bulk charging the charger supplies the battery with constant current The charger will remain in bulk charge until the absorption charge voltage determined by the battery type selection is achieved The inverter s green LED stays ON solid to indicate bulk charging Absorb Charging This is the second charging stage and begins after the absorb voltage has been reached Absorb charging provides the batteries with a constant voltage and reduces the DC charging current in order to maintain the absor
74. tage jumper for 12 24 and 48 volt battery banks and a 4 position DIP Dual In line Package switch which provides the ability to change the relay timing configurations to allow compatibility with a wider range of generators Adjustable settings when using the ME ARC50 include starting the generator based on Battery Voltage Time Of Day Battery State of Charge or High Temperature Battery Monitor Kit The ME BMK Battery Monitor Kit is a single battery bank amp hour meter that monitors the condition of the battery and provides information to let you know how much energy you have available and let you plan your electrical usage to ensure the battery is not being over discharged The ME BMK NS version does not include a DC shunt order the ME BMK to receive a 500A 50mv DC shunt Fuse Block Fuses The Magnum Fuse Fuse blocks are used to protect the battery bank inverter and cables from damage caused by DC short circuits and overloads They include a slow blow fuse with mounting block and protective cover The 125 and 200 amp models use an ANL type fuse and the 300 and 400 amp models use a Class T fuse Page 45 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Appendix B Battery Information Appendix B Battery Information B 1 Battery Location Periodic maintenance e g checking connections cleaning watering on batteries is required Locate the batteries in an accessible location to perform this maintenance Batteries must be mounted in a clean dr
75. tallations cccccccseeee eee e eee e ee eeeeeeeeeeaaaes 8 Figure 2 2 Approved Mounting POSITIONS dende 10 Figure 2 3 RD Series Dimensions and Side Reference s ssssssssssnsnsnnsnennrnrnnsnrrnsnnnnenrsnennenrrnruennsnnne 11 Figure 2 4 DC and Battery Temperature Sensor Wiring eessseeeeeeeee enn nnne hhhhhh hana nnnm 14 Figure 2 5 Battery Hardware NNN 16 Figure 2 6 Inverter DC Hardware Installation sek asad pci dr NAHORUER CAU RA Ada OU ESO ACD ct Ra RR Cd PRU EURO QR Ra 16 Fig re 2 7 Battery Temperature NT 17 Figure 2 8 RD Series Inverter Charger AC Wiring eseeeeeeee nennen hh rarn nnn a khan nnne a 20 Figure 2 9 RD Series Inverter Charger AC Wiring Access Cover eene nnnm 20 Figure 2 10 AC Terminal BlOCC EEE EE RUN IAS ET IRR ARE 21 Figure 2 11 AC Wiring for Single In Single Out 30 A Configurations eeeeeeenn nnnm 24 Figure 2 12 AC Wiring for Single In Single Out 60 A Configurations eese nnn 25 Figure 2 13 AC Wiring Tor Dual In Single Out Configurations zs ixuxscxuacuedtsauadkzuas eiut qerkx tue Ncc as cir dbsLaciees 26 Figure 2 14 AC Wiring ror Dual In Dual Out ConfigutratlOTiSzsusaepuis utet udcass kam umbUu eatis atosinniss 27 Figure 2 15 Grounding System for RD Sees SG 28 Figure 2 16 Multiple Connections to DC Ground Rod Method 1 esee nnn nnnm 29 Figure 2 17 Multiple Connections to DC Ground Rod Method 2J aav
76. ter charger uses both AC and DC power however the AC electrical system is isolated from the DC electrical system by an internal transformer Although this inverter charger has two electrical systems each electrical system must be properly grounded and connected to a common earth reference refer to Figure 2 15 For proper grounding each electrical system must connect all exposed metal parts of equipment via Equipment Grounding Conductors EGC and one of the current carrying conductors Grounded Conductor GC together at a common point Ground Busbar GBB usually by a System Bonding Jumper SBJ in an electrical service disconnect panel The common point of each electrical system is then connected via Grounding Electrode Conductor GEC to the common ground reference such as a ground rod Grounding Electrode GE This connection to earth should only be made at one point in each electrical system otherwise parallel paths will exist for the currents to flow These parallel current paths would represent a safety hazard and are not allowed in installations wired per the NEC CEC Grounding Grounding Electrode Grounding Electrode Grounding Electrode AC side dedicated AC and DC sides shared DC side dedicated J Figure 2 15 Grounding System for RD Series i System 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 28 Installation 2 6 1 Sizing the Grounding Electrode Conductors AC Side The size of the AC Gro
77. tery Monitor Remote Connection Port blue label a RJ11 port that allows the optional remote controls ME RC5O or ME ARC50 to be connected BTS Connection Port yellow label RJ11 port that accepts the remote Battery Temperature Sensor BTS accessory DC Equipment Ground Terminal this connection is used to tie the exposed chassis of the inverter to the DC grounding system This terminal accepts CU AL conductors from 14 to 2 AWG 2 1 to 33 6 mm AC I nput Output Connections two 3 4 knockouts provided with cable clamp strain reliefs to allow and hold the AC input and output field wiring I ntake Air Vents ventilation openings to pull in air to help keep the inverter cool for peak performance Positive DC Terminal provides 360 degree connection point for the positive cable from the battery bank provided with a Kep or Flange nut on a 5 16 18 bolt 5 8 usable length to hold the battery cable to the DC terminal Negative DC Terminal provides 360 degree connection point for the negative cable from the battery bank provided with a Kep or Flange nut on a 5 16 18 bolt 5 8 usable length to hold the battery cable to the DC terminal amp 9 9 0 CU 2 0 2 EJ OOGO Mounting Flange used to secure the inverter to a shelf or wall 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 2 Introduction Power ON OFF SwITCH Power ON OFF Charging Inverting Stack Port l Magnum Net
78. the supplied screws If the batteries are in an enclosure perform a final check of the connections to the battery terminals and then close and secure the battery enclosure 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 18 Installation 2 5 AC Wiring This section provides information on how to make the AC connections to the inverter using the correct AC wire size and the corresponding overcurrent protection 2 5 1 Pre AC Wiring Requirements CAUTION Before installing any AC wiring review the safety information and cautionary AN markings at the beginning of this manual and the directions below to ensure a safe and long lived system e Always use properly rated circuit breakers If using an electrical sub panel circuit breakers can only be moved from the main electrical panel to the sub panel if the breakers are also listed to be installed in the sub panel e AC wiring must be no less than 12 AWG 3 3 mm gauge copper wire and be approved for the application i e house or cabin wiring e DO NOT connect the inverter s output to an AC power source This could cause severe damage to the inverter and is not covered under warranty WARNI NG To reduce the risk of fire do not connect this inverter to an AC load center AN circuit breaker panel having multi wire branch circuits connected 2 5 2 AC Wire Size and Overcurrent Protection The AC input and output wiring must be sized per the local electrical safety code requirements to ensure th
79. thru capability the AC input to the inverter requires a 60 amp continuous duty rated breaker which corresponds to a minimum cable size of 46 AWG If you are using other circuit breakers wire sizes refer to the appropriate electrical codes for proper sizing requirements per leg the pass thru current must be no greater than 30 amps per leg or damage to q CAUTI ON The inverter s internal AC transfer relay contacts are rated for 30 amps this relay may occur Note 1 The breaker must be de rated by 80 if not rated for continuous duty The NEC requires that circuits are not to be operated continuously at more than 80 of rating unless listed with a 100 continuous rating Page 19 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Installation Power ON OFF 8 Charging Inverting 5 1 Stack m L i AC Input Ea Output Strain Relief Figure 2 8 RD Series Inverter Charger AC Wiring AC Access Cover 3 CH3 IHF Conima bo BEL STO EPA Tod Edin AC Input Circuit Breaker CB3 Figure 2 9 RD Series I nverter Charger AC Wiring Access Cover 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 20 Installation 2 5 3 Recommended GFCI Ground Fault Circuit Interruption Breakers Some electrical safety codes require the use of GFCI s In compliance with UL standards Magnum Energy has tested the following GFCI s and find that they function properly when connected to the inverter s AC output Shock Sentry ZXGF
80. ting wire runs where possible e Abrief spark or arc may occur when connecting the battery cables to the inverter DC terminals this is normal and due to the inverter s internal capacitors being charged e Color code the DC cables wires with colored tape or heat shrink tubing RED for positive WHITE for negative and GREEN or bare copper for DC ground to avoid polarity problems Page 13 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Installation RD Series Inverter Charger front view MMP enclosure for single inverter installations includes DC disconnect breaker DC shunt for battery monitor and inverter DC busbars Battery Bank s Equipment Ground Wire Battery Bank s Negative Cable Battery Bank s Positive Cable di DC System Grounding point Electrode Conductor i e ground rod Battery Bank Figure 2 4 DC and Battery Temperature Sensor Wiring 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 14 Installation 2 4 1 DC Wire Sizing It is important to use the correct DC wire to achieve maximum efficiency from the system and reduce fire hazards associated with overheating Always keep your wire runs as short as practical to
81. to your configuration drawing Figure 2 11 to 2 14 4 Connect the neutral white from the main panel s neutral busbar to the NEUT IN terminal Tighten the NEUT IN terminal to 16 in Ibf 1 8 N m Wiring the I nverter AC Output 1 Route the cable from the inverter s AC OUTPUT to the AC electrical sub panel through the other strain relief clamp Tighten the strain relief clamp securely on the cable 2 Connect the hot black wire from the HOT 1 OUT terminal to the sub panel main breaker Tighten the HOT 1 OUT terminal to 16 in Ibf 1 8 N m I nfo Depending on the AC wiring configuration you may need to connect a wire to the HOT 2 OUT terminal refer to your configuration drawing Figure 2 11 to 2 14 3 Connect the neutral white from the NEUT OUT terminal to the sub panel s neutral busbar Tighten the NEUT OUT terminal to 16 in Ibf 1 8 N m Wiring the I nverter AC Ground 1 Combine the ground green wire from the main panel s ground busbar and the ground green wire from the sub panel s ground busbar After these grounds are combined connect them to the AC GROUND terminal Tighten the AC GROUND terminal to 16 in Ibf 1 8 N m AC Wiring Inspection 1 Verify all cable runs are secured 2 Verify strain reliefs or grommets are in place to prevent damage to the wiring or conduit where it passes through walls or other openings 3 After verifying all AC connections are correct and all inverter AC terminal screws
82. tted head screw and has a recommended maximum tightening torque of 45 in Ibf 5 1 N m For multiple ground wires use a pressure or mechanical connector to attach the single wire from the AC ground terminal to the input and output ground connections Ds rm wea e oa HOT 1 OUT HOT2 IN HOT 2 OUT jora in a NEUT IN AC GROUND Figure 2 10 AC Terminal Block Page 21 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Installation 2 5 5 AC Conductor Wiring The following steps are basic guidelines for installing and connecting the AC wiring into and out of the inverter Refer to Table 2 3 to determine your AC wiring configurations before beginning WARNING Before making any AC connections make sure the inverter is disconnected from the battery and there is no other source of live power connected to the inverter Wiring the Inverter AC Input 1 Remove the two Phillips screws on the AC Access Cover see Figure 1 3 Item 15 to access the internal AC Terminal Block see Figure 2 10 2 Route the cable from the AC electrical main panel through one of the strain relief clamps to the AC INPUT Tighten the strain relief clamp securely on the cable Always leave a little extra slack in the wiring 3 Connect the hot wire black from the main panel s dedicated breaker to the HOT 1 IN terminal Tighten the HOT 1 IN terminal to 16 in Ibf 1 8 N m I nfo Depending on the AC wiring configuration you may need to connect a wire to the HOT 2 IN terminal refer
83. ttery The ME SBC eliminates a significant voltage drop and provides automatic turn on and turn off based on adjustable voltage set points This allows different batteries to be charged from a single charging source and prevents over charging undercharging Remote Switch Adapters The ME RSA and ME RSA M pigtail adapters allow the inverter to be remotely switched on and off with or without the ME RC50 remote display Basic Remote Control The ME RC50 Remote Control Panel is simple to use an LCD screen and at a glance LEDs display complete inverter charger status Soft keys provide simple access to menus and a rotary encoder knob allows you to scroll through and select a wide range of settings such as Inverter ON OFF Charger ON OFF Utility Power Breaker Setting AGS Control Meter Button Setup and Tech menus Advanced Remote Control The ME ARC50 Remote Control Panel uses an LCD screen and at a glance LEDs to provide operating information and allow advanced features to be configured requires Magnum inverters with advanced configurable features This LCD remote control also provides advanced monitoring troubleshooting and includes a FAVS button to access your favorite features quickly Auto Generator Start Controller The ME AGS N Automatic Generator Start controller Network version is designed to automatically start your generator based on low battery condition or high temperature The AGS controller includes an input vol
84. uced by the batteries These gases are corrosive and will damage the inverter also if these gases are not ventilated and allowed to collect they could ignite and cause an explosion Info The battery bank should be installed in a clean dry ventilated environment where H they are protected from high and low temperatures The batteries must be mounted upright if using liquid batteries and securely fastened The location must be fully accessible and protected from exposure to heat producing devices and away from any fuel tanks Page 9 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Installation Accessible Do not block access to the inverter s remote control and accessory ports as well as the inverter s controls and status indicator Also allow enough room to access the AC and DC wiring terminals and connections as they will need to be checked and tightened periodically See Figure 2 3 for the RD Series inverter charger dimensions Away from sensitive electronic equipment High powered inverters can generate levels of RFI Radio Frequency Interference Locate any electronic equipment susceptible to radio frequency and electromagnetic interference as far away from the inverter as possible 2 2 Mounting the Inverter The inverter base can reach a temperature up to 90 C 1949F and it is recommended that it should be mounted on a non combustible surface This surface and the mounting hardware must also be capable of supporting at least twice the weigh
85. unding Electrode Conductor GEC AC depends on the size of the largest ungrounded conductor feeding the AC load center One 8 AWG 8 4 mm copper conductor will serve as an AC Grounding Electrode Conductor GEC AC for AC power conductors smaller than and including 2 AWG 33 6 mm copper See Table 2 4 for additional values Table 2 4 AC Grounding Electrode Conductor Sizing Size of Largest Ungrounded Minimum Size of Grounding Conductor Electrode Conductor 2 AWG or smaller 8 AWG 8 4 mm 6 AWG 13 3 mm 32 0 or 43 0 AWG 4 AWG 21 1 mm Over 3 0 AWG gt through 350 kcmil 2 AWG 33 6 mm DC Side To size the DC grounding electrode conductor you must first determine which one of the following three methods will be used to connect the DC and AC grounding points in the inverter s two electrical systems to the common earth ground Method 1 see Figure 2 16 This method uses a separate grounding electrode for the DC system and the AC system In this method since there are multiple connections to the DC Grounding Electrode GEC DC the size of the DC grounding electrode conductor cannot be smaller than the largest conductor in the DC system usually the battery to inverter cable The DC Grounding Electrode GE DC must be bonded to the AC Grounding Electrode GE AC to make a grounding electrode system this bonding conductor BC cannot be smaller than the largest grounding electrode conductor either
86. ur RD Series inverter has a built in safeguard that automatically protects your batteries from over discharge Info For optimum performance a minimum battery bank of 200 AH is recommended H for moderate loads lt 1000W and greater than 400 AH for heavy loads Z1000W Table 1 1 Typical Appliance Power Consumption Device Load Device Load Hot Plate 1800W 1000W Light Flo Light Inc 100W 1000W Refrigerator 500W 2010 Magnum Energy Inc Page 6 Installation 2 0 Installation WARNING Installations should be performed by qualified personnel such as a licensed AN or certified electrician It is the installer s responsibility to determine which safety codes apply and to ensure that all applicable installation requirements are followed Applicable installation codes vary depending on the specific location and application of the installation CAUTI ON Review the Important Product Safety Information on page ii and the Important Battery Safety Instructions on page iii before any installation AN CAUTI ON The inverter is heavy Use proper lifting techniques during installation to prevent personal injury The simplified system diagram shown in Figure 2 1 should be reviewed to assist you in planning and designing your installation This drawing is not intended to override or restrict any national or local electrical codes This drawing should not be the determining factor as to whether the installation is compliant
87. y ventilated environment where they are protected from high and low temperatures The battery bank should be located as close to the inverter as possible without limiting access to the inverter s disconnects Longer battery cable runs tend to lose efficiency and reduce the overall performance of an inverter To ensure optimum performance a ventilated battery enclosure is recommended Two feet 61 cm of clearance above the batteries is recommended for access to the battery terminals and removable caps lead acid battery types WARNI NG Be very careful when working around batteries they can produce extremely AN high currents if they are short circuited Read the important safety instructions at the beginning of this manual and the precautions from the battery supplier before installing the inverter and batteries CAUTION Do not mount the batteries beneath the inverter or in the same AN compartment Batteries emit corrosive fumes which could damage the inverter s electronics Never locate dedicated batteries near a home fuel tank containing propane B 2 Battery Types Batteries are available in different sizes amp hour ratings voltage and chemistries They are also available for starting applications such as an automobile starting battery and deep discharge applications Only the deep cycle types are recommended for inverter applications using a starting battery in an inverter deep cycle application will greatly shorten their useful
88. y preventing a fire The NEC requires both overcurrent protection and a disconnect switch If a circuit breaker is used as the overcurrent protection device it can also be used as the required DC disconnect If a fuse is used as an overcurrent device a Class T type or equivalent is recommended This fuse type is rated for DC operation can handle the high short circuit currents and has a time delay that allows for momentary current surges from the inverter without opening the fuse However because the fuse can be energized from both directions if it is accessible to unqualified persons the NEC requires that it be installed in such a manner that the power must be disconnected on both ends of the fuse before servicing The recommendations in Table 2 1 may not meet all local code or NEC requirements Table 2 1 Recommended DC Wire Overcurrent Device for Rated Use Maximum Using Conduit DC Grounding Inverter Model Continuous Minimum DC Wire Maximum DC Electrode Current Size 90 C rating Breaker Size Wire Size 4 0 AWG 250 amps RD2212 293 amps 107 2 mm Meer 260 amps 2 0 AWG 175 amps RD1824 120 amps 67 4 mm iS 195 amps l 4 0 AWG 250 amps RD2824 186 amps 107 2 mm re 260 amps l 4 0 AWG 250 amps RD3924 260 amps 107 2 mm ud 260 amps Note 1 Maximum Continuous Current is based on the inverter s continuous power rating at the lowest input voltage with an inefficiency factor Note 2 Wire size is based

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