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1. Battery Bank Figure 6 Basic Installation Diagram 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 2 0 Installation Locating and Mounting the inverter Warnings 4 Do not mount the inverter near any flammable or combus tible fluid or components Provide adequate clearance and ventilation to the inverter Mount the inverter only on a noncombustible surface Maximum ambient temperature around the inverter must not exceed 77 F 25 C to meet power specifications The inverter should only be installed 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 enter or fall on the inverter The inverter uses stainless steel fasteners plated copper buss bars a power coated aluminum base and the internal circuit boards are conformal coated all done to help fight the harmful effects of corrosive environments However the life of the inverter is uncertain if used in these type of environments and inverter failure under these conditions is not covered under warranty Cool The inverter should be protected from direct exposure to the sun or equipment that produces extreme heat The ambient air temperature should be between 32 F 0 C and 104 F 40 C realize that the inverters output specif
2. Battery Bank Sizing The size of the battery bank determines how long you want the inverter to power the AC loads without recharging The larger the battery bank the longer the run time Size your battery bank to the systems AC load re quirements and length of time required to run from the batteries In gen eral the battery bank should not be discharged more than 5096 Addi tional DC charging devices such as solar wind hydro etc can provide longer run times by recharging the batteries in the absence of AC utility or generator power Battery Types Batteries are available in different sizes amp hour ratings voltage liquid or gel vented or non vented chemistries etc 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 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 Battery Configuration The battery bank must be wired to match the inverter s DC input voltage specifications 12 VDC In addition the batteries can be wired to provide additional run time The various wiring configurations are Series Wiring Wiring batteries in series increases the total battery b
3. Remove the inverter and drill pilot holes into the mounting surface If this unit is used in a Mobile application you may want to place flexible washers or bushings between the mounting surface and the inverters mounting flanges to reduce vibration After the inverter has been properly mounted proceed to the DC wiring section Shelf Mounted right side up Wall Mounted right side up Shelf Mounted Wall Mounted up side down up side down Figure 7 Approved Mounting Orientations 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 2 0 Installation Mounting holes x4 Anat 4 0 25 diameter s Il Te mp HJ 6 3 4 6 71 7 Y 7 51 8 716 8 41 Figure 8 MM Series Inverter Dimensions 10 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 2 0 Installation Wiring Guidelines Before connecting any wires determine all wire routes throughout the home or vehicle boat both to and from the inverter e Conductors passing through walls bulkheads or other structural members must be protected to minimize insulation damage such as chafing which can be caused by vibration or constant rubbing e Always check for existing electrical plumbing or other areas of potential damage prior to making cuts in structural surfaces bulk heads or walls e Make sure all wires have a smooth bend radius and do not become kinked Both AC and DC overcurrent protection must be provided as part of the installation Do not attempt
4. The DC overcurrent device i e fuse or circuit breaker S must be placed in 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 ground terminal see figure 4 item 17 to a dedicated system ground Recommended tightening torque is 45 in Ibs DC Negative Wire Route an appropriately sized DC negative wire BLACK from the negative terminal of the first battery string to the inverter s negative terminal see figure 16 for reference Battery Temperature Sensor Battery charger models only Connect the RJ11 connector end of the BTS to the ACCESSORY PORT see figure 3 item 11 on the inverter Connect the ring lug end to the negative terminal of the first battery string same place as the nega tive DC wire to the inverter s negative terminal refer to figure 9 for the correct hardware placement DC Positive Wire Mount the DC fuse block and disconnect or circuit breaker assembly as near as practical to the batteries and remove the fuse or open the circuit breaker Warning DO NOT close the DC fuse DC disconnect or close 4 the DC circuit breaker to put battery power to the inverter at this time This will occur in the Functional Test after the installation is complete Route and connect an appropriately sized DC po
5. Remote Control and Monitoring MM RC Remote Only The MM RC provides three additional charging LED indicators to provide information on the operation of the battery charger Monitor these indicators for at least 10 seconds to determine the charger status BULK yellow On solid Bulk Charging the charger is delivering maximum current to the batteries The charger will remain in Bulk charge until 14 6 VDC is achieved determined by the Battery Type selection Blinks On 1 time every 4 seconds Charger Back off charger current is reduced This occurs if 1 The internal temperature is very hot the charger reduces the charge rate to maintain temperature or 2 The AC input voltage has fallen below 85 VAC the charger reduces the charge rate to help stabilize the incoming AC voltage Off charger is not in Bulk charge mode ABSORB yellow On solid Absorb Charging the charger is in constant voltage stage and begins after the bulk voltage has been reached The DC charging current will start to taper down in order to maintain the Bulk voltage setting The Absorb Charging time is 120 minutes determined by the Battery AmpHrs selection Blinks On 1 time every 4 seconds Charger Back off charger current is reduced This occurs if 1 The internal temperature is very hot the charger reduces the charge rate to maintain temperature or 2 The AC input voltage has fallen below 85 VAC the charger reduces the
6. activate the charger press and hold the ON OFF switch for three seconds again When the charger is again activated one of the charging indicators will come on to show the current charge stage Warning When any external AC power is passing through the inverter and present on the output Pressing the ON OFF switch will not remove this AC power on the inverter s output Monitoring the LED I ndicators MM R and MM RC Remotes The three LED indicators on the left side of both the MM R and MM RC remotes see figure 13 will show you the operating status of the MM Series inverter Monitor these indicators to determine the inverter s mode of operation INVERT green On solid and AC IN LED indicator is Off The inverter is On It is using energy from the battery to supply AC power to the loads connected to the inverter and AC IN LED indicator is On solid The inverter is in Standby The external AC power Utility or generator connected to the inverters input is passing through the inverter to power the AC loads The inverter will automatically turn on to power the AC loads if the external AC power is lost or disconnected Blinks On once every second The inverter is in search mode The AC load is below 5 watts Search Watts default setting Off The inverter is disabled The inverter is not on or will not come on if AC power is lost or disconnected 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 31 Appendix A Remote Control
7. and Monitoring AC IN green On solid the external AC power Utility or generator is connected to the inverters input and passing through the inverter to power the AC loads connected to the inverter s output Blinking On once every second the external AC power is detected on the inverter s input but not actively being used Either 1 The AC input is being qualified takes approximately 15 seconds or 2 The input AC voltage is low Ensure the incoming AC voltage is above 90 volts VAC dropout setting with the MM remote connected Off No external AC power is detected on the inverter s input FAULT red Under normal operating conditions the FAULT indicator will be off If there is a fault condition this indicator will blink differently for each specific fault to help troubleshoot the inverter Monitor this indicator for at least 10 seconds and count the number of blinks that occur every four seconds to determine the particular reason for the shutdown Once you have determined and cleared the fault the inverter can be turned on To help clear the fault condition refer to the Troubleshooting section Blinks On 1 time every 4 seconds Low Battery Voltage the battery voltage level has dropped below 10 0 VDC LBCO default setting Your batteries need to be charged this fault condition will automatically clear when the battery voltage exceeds 12 5 VDC Blinks On 2 times every 4 seconds High Battery Voltage t
8. charge rate to help stabilize the incoming AC voltage Off charger is not in Absorption charge mode FLOAT green On solid Float Charging at the end of the Absorb Charging time the charger reduces the charge voltage to maintain the batteries at 13 4 VDC determined by the Battery Type selection Blinks On 1 time every 4 seconds Charger Back off charger current is reduced This occurs if 1 The internal temperature is very hot the charger reduces the charge rate to maintain temperature or 2 The AC input voltage has fallen below 85 VAC the charger reduces the charge rate to help stabilize the incoming AC voltage Blinks On 2 times every 4 seconds Full Charge this mode monitors the battery voltage to determine when to continue charging After four hours in the Float Charge mode the charger turns off and goes to Full Charge mode If the battery voltage drops to 12 9 VDC the charger will automatically initiate another Float Charge Off charger is not in Float Charge mode These voltage settings are based on the BTS being disconnected if connected these voltage settings will increase or decrease depending on temperature around the BTS this ensures correct charging These settings are preset in the inverter see Table 5 Inverter Default Settings but can be changed by the ME RC50 remote 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 33 Appendix B Battery Information Appendix B Battery I nformation
9. connec tions are not allowed After all AC wiring in the inverter is complete prior to reattaching the AC access cover review all AC wiring to ensure all connections are correct and secure AC Wire Size and Overcurrent Protection The AC input and output wiring must be sized per the NEC and local electrical safety code requirements to ensure the wires ability to safely handle the inverter s maximum load current After determining the proper AC wire sizes the inverter s AC input unless you are using a flexible cord and output wires are required to be protected against overcurrent and have a means to disconnect the AC circuits Overcurrent protection must be provided by fuses or circuit breakers and must be properly sized and rated for the wire they are protecting and the appliances being powered An external disconnect device is required for both the AC input and AC output wiring Most inverter s that are hardwired use a service distribution panel wired to the inverter s input main panel and a dedicated panel between the inverter s output wiring and the AC loads sub panel These systems use the circuit breakers provided in the panels as the overcurrent protection and the AC disconnect If fuses are used then separate AC disconnect switches will be needed Based on information from the NEC Table 4 provides the minimum AC wire size and the suggested breaker size based on the inverter s model However larger wire size may be req
10. hens 20 Recommended Ground Fault Circuit Interruption Breakers 20 Funetional Test iere e creta ede eere amc e Ur ce oy nara seed aed 21 3 0 Operation 1 1 100000 0000 rear ieri iii 22 Operating Modes aaie aeaa aaa aiaee i 22 Invert Mode m iii ea I 22 Transfer Mode reu eerte in 22 Protection Mode sciet detected reete rr mpl ne dne te ce dn 23 Charger Mode not available on all ModelS 23 Start Up siii ie a E RI ON ERU DAR ii 25 ON OFF SWITCH m 25 Status Indicatori a i 25 Normal Operation pepe i e 25 Protection Operation eese eerte iii 25 Charger Operation ip 25 Factory Default Settings iex eR i 26 4 0 Troubleshooting 11 100000 000 rr r rire iii iii iii 27 5 0 Specifications ccccceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeaeeoueseaeeaseeeeeeeeeananes 28 Appendix A Remote Control and Monitoring 30 Using the MM Remotes i exer LER a ai Ee 30 ON OFF cl fd id i 31 2006 Magnum Energy Inc Tables Of Contents Appendix A Remote Control and Monitoring continued Monitoring the LED Indicators cece eee eee eee eee teeta teat eens 31 MM R and MM RC Remotes vi 31 INVERT Coil m 31 AC IN green aaa 32 FAULT Eo iii 32 MM RC Remote Only eee ne eire dx Ie ER Ra RERERRRR ERR ERR 33 BULK yellQW icctcitrrare nrc rni eiie ete n i n Re e rf ds 33 ABSORB yellow iaia ay
11. lower voltage batteries In the example below figure 16 four 6 VDC 200 AHr batteries are com bined into two strings resulting in a 12 VDC 400 AHr battery bank 6 volts 200 Ahrs 6 volts 200 Ahrs over current e protection e To 12VDC Inverter String 1 String 2 200 Ahrs 200 Ahrs 12 volt battery bank total capacity 400 Ahrs Figure 16 Series Parallel Battery Wiring 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 35 Appendix C Preventive Maintenance Appendix C Preventive Maintenance Recommended I nverter and Battery Care The MM Series inverter 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 4 Warning Prior to performing these checks switch both the gt AC and DC circuits OFF 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 hold down clamps e Clean and tighten 10 to 12 foot pounds all DC terminals bat tery and inverter and connecting cables e Check and fill battery water levels Liquid Lead Acid batteries only e Check individual battery voltages replace those that vary more than 0 3 VDC of each other e Check all cabl
12. on If this fault does not clear the unit will need to be serviced Inverter s status light Inverter is switched OFF or there is no Switch the inverter ON Connect a battery is off DC voltage battery connected to with correct voltage to the inverter inverter AC input won t connect The incoming AC voltage will not be Check the incoming AC voltage to the input ACIN on remote accepted if it is below the VAC Dropout of the inverter ensure it is present and blinks setting BOVAC VAC Dropout default above the VAC dropout level setting Appliances turn off and Loose AC output connections Tighten AC output connections on or there is low AC oose corroded battery cables Clean and tighten all cables output power Low batteries Recharge or replace batteries Inverter AC output Wrong type of voltmeter used will Most meters are made to read Average AC voltage is too low or display 90 VAC to 130 VAC depending voltage The AC output of the MM is a too high when using anfon the battery voltage modified waveform which requires using AC voltmeter a true RMS voltmeter to correctly read the output voltage While charging the DC If the Battery Temperature Sensoris This is normal charge voltage is installed it will increase or decrease higher or lower than the DC voltage level depending on expected temperature around the battery sensor 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 27 5 0 Specifications 5 0 Specificati
13. saved in nonvolatile memory and will be preserved until changed even if DC power to the inverter is lost the ME RC50 must always be connected Search Watts This setting allows you to enable the power saving Search Mode circuitry and to adjust the power level at which the inverter will wake up and start inverting This function is not available on the MM612 and MM612G models and adjusted to 5W wakes up and inverts if loads exceed 5 watts on all other models LBCO 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 Battery AmpHrs This setting allows the user to input the battery bank size in amp hours which provides information to the charger on how long to charge the batteries in the Absorb charge stage Battery Type Sets the type of batteries being used in the system which provides information to the charger to determine what voltage level to charge the batteries Charge Rate This setting uses a percentage of the charger s maximum output to determine the output charge rate This setting can be used to 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 charge rate tha
14. ventilated enclosure Allow adequate space above the batteries to access the terminals and vent caps as applicable Also allow at least 1 of space between the batteries to provide good air flow DO NOT mount the batteries directly under the inverter 2 Note To ensure the best performance from your inverter A system do not use old or untested batteries Batteries should be of the same size type rating and age Caution Install batteries in a well ventilated area Batteries can produce explosive gasses For compartment or enclosure installations always vent batteries to the outside Inverter to Battery Bank Wiring Warning Ensure all sources of DC power i e batteries 4 solar wind or hydro and AC power utility shore power or AC generator are de energized i e breakers opened fuses removed before proceeding Caution Inverter is NOT reverse polarity protected if this happens the inverter will be damaged and will not be 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 or heat shrink tubing RED for positive BLACK for negative to avoid polarity confusion 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 15 2 0 Installation VA Note
15. EX PR e Re ERR oeni 33 FLOAT greet lia 33 Appendix B Battery Information eere nnne 34 Battery Bank SIZIN Ocena enaa EOD ipse 34 Battery TYPES sreski rikane OEK EKI TEER eine aria DS RR ATE 34 Battery Configuration isch redet a a aai te 34 Series Wiring texte RES EX DR SERIA E 34 Parallel WIRING p 35 Series Parallel Wiring csssssssssss Hm 35 Appendix C Preventive Maintenance enne 36 Recommended Inverter and Battery Care eee eee 36 RV Marine Off Season Storage cisssssssssssssem e 36 Appendix D Warranty Service Information 37 List of Figures Figure 1 MM Series Inverter em meme 1 Figure 2 Top Side Features ssssssssssssesee mem mense 3 Figure 3 Front and Back Side FeatureS i 4 Figure 4 Bottom Side FeatureS mme 5 Figure 5 BIS sic erect RE E whee AA e Eiaa 5 Figure 6 Basic Installation Diagram s sss 7 Figure 7 Approved Mounting Orientations eee ee ee eee ees 9 Figure 8 MM Series Inverter Dimensions teeta eee 10 Figure 9 DC Cable to Battery Terminals estes eee ee ees 14 Figure 10 DC Cable to Inverter s DC TerminalS cee 14 Figure 11 AC Wiring Connections sssesssm mm 19 Figure 12 Automatic 4 Stage Charging Graph sees 23 Figu
16. I Pi Vo fff AVES GEG GP EVE E N E R C Y MM Series Inverters Installation and Operation Guide Disclaimer of Liability Since the use of this manual and the conditions or methods of installation operation use and maintenance of the MM Series inverter are beyond the control of Magnum Energy Inc this company does not assume responsibility and expressly disclaims liability for loss damage or expense whether direct indirect consequential or incidental arising out of or 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 MM Series Inverter shall not be used in connection with life support systems life saving or other medical equipment or devices Use of this particular equipment is at your own risk Contact I nformation Magnum Energy Inc 1111 80th Street SW Suite 250 Everett WA 98203 phone 425 353 8833 fax 425 353 8390 web www magnumenergy com Conventions Used in this Manual 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 4 Warning Indicates a dangerous voltage or condition exists 1 Caution Indicates a critical step necessary for the safe 2 installation and ope
17. Magnum Energy Inc 2 0 Installation Functional Test After all electrical connections to the inverter batteries AC source and loads using a sub panel have been completed follow these steps to test the installation and the inverter operation 1 Check the battery voltage and polarity before connecting the batteries to the inverter Use a multimeter to verify 10 to 15 VDC at the batteries positive and negative terminals 2 Apply battery power to the inverter by switching the DC disconnect on or close the DC circuit breaker 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 3 Prior to turning on the inverter make sure all connected loads i e appliances are switched OFF or disconnected from the AC outlets 4 a If a remote switch is connected press the ON OFF switch to turn the inverter on b If there is not a remote switch connected lightly press and release the inverter s ON OFF switch located on the top of the inverter to turn the inverter on Verify the inverter s status indicator is blinking indicating the inverter is providing AC power 5 Check the output voltage of the inverter by connecting a true RMS multimeter to the outlets powered by the inverter Verify the voltage is 120 VAC 5 VAC If not using a true RMS meter the output AC voltage could indicate from 90 t
18. Models seines bene dx te ERR EXR a DE re RER RR RR ERR 2 How an Inverter Charger Works 2 What Appliances will run from a Modified Sine Inverter 2 Appliances and Run Time mmm nee 2 Standard Features and Benefits ssssssssssssssssm 3 Battery Temperature Sensor i 5 2 0 Installationi ssssasssisza asian nai ii 6 Pre InstallatlQEi ei cogs erento ini ii prin 6 Unpacking and Inspection mnn 6 Locating and Mounting the inverter eee eee eee eee ee teeta 8 Wiring Guidelines EE 11 DO WINING sica e iii iii 11 DC Wire Sizing and Overcurrent Protection eee 11 DC Overcurrent Protection seen 13 DC Grou nding etienne Ea inre Re repr nex Re ERR ERR RUE 13 DC Cable Connections meme 14 Battery Bank Wiring siete ri 15 Inverter to Battery Bank Wiring 0 15 DC Ground Wire i eic aa 16 DC Negative Wire I meme 16 Battery Temperature Sensor Battery Charger Models Only 16 DC Positive WIFG iussi iii menant Reni ain aaa RH Ra 16 AC idm m 17 Neutral to Safety Ground Bonding eee eee ee teeta eee 17 AC Wiring ConnectionS mmm 17 AC Wire Size and Overcurrent Protection sssssessssss 18 AC Input Wiring zu nte HERE ERR ERR Un e NR I ix a Y Rn UNE RD UR URINE n 19 AC Output Wiring HI He
19. ank output voltage A series connection combines each battery in a string until the voltage matches the inverter s DC requirement Even though there are multiple batteries the capacity remains the same In the example below figure 14 two 6 VDC 200 AHr batteries are combined into a single string resulting in a 12 VDC 200 AHr bank over current protection To 12VDC Inverter 6 volts 200 Ahrs 6 volts 200 Ahrs 12 volt battery bank total capacity 200 Ahrs Figure 14 Series Battery Wiring 34 2006 Magnum Energy Inc Appendix B Battery Information Parallel Wiring Wiring the batteries in parallel increases the total run time the batter ies can operate the AC loads A parallel connection combines overall battery capacity by the number of batteries in the string Even though there are multiple batteries the voltage remains the same In the example below figure 15 four 12 VDC 100 AHr batteries are combined into a single 12 VDC 400 AHr battery bank J over current e protection 12 volts 100 Ahrs 12 volts 100 Ahrs To 12VDC Inverter 12 volts 100 Ahrs 12 volts 100 Ahrs 12 volt battery bank total capacity 400 Ahrs Figure 15 Parallel Battery Wiring Series Parallel Wiring A series parallel configuration increases both voltage to match the inverter s DC requirements and capacity to increase run time for operating the loads using smaller
20. ay not run or be damaged by modified sine wave inverters Appliances and Run Time The MM Series inverter can power a wide range of household appliances including small motors 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 the 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 larger electrical appliances such as coffee pots and hair dryers can be used for short durations However loads that are used for longer periods such as stoves or water heaters can quickly drain your batteries and are not recommended for inverter applications All electrical appliances are rated by the amount of power they con sume 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 Your MM Series inverter has a built in safeguard that automatically protects you
21. charging Bulk volts Bulk and Float voltage settings are determined by the Battery Type selection DC Voltage i Increased Constant Reduced Monitored i Voltage i Voltage i Voltage i Voltage i Goes to Full i Charge after 4 f Adj i hours in Float i Charge i i Charge Rate Absorb Time i Setting determined by i the Adj Batt Am pHrs setting Constant Reduced i Monitored Current i Current i Current i No Current Figure 12 Automatic 4 Stage Charging Graph 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 23 3 0 Operation When an AC source utility power or generator is connected to the inverter that has the battery charger the inverter will begins to monitor the AC input for acceptable voltage Once the inverter has accepted the AC input the AC transfer relay will close and the Charge Mode will begin After you are in the Charge Mode the DC voltage will be monitored to determine how to charge If the DC voltage is 12 9 VDC or less the charger will go to Bulk Charging If the DC voltage is greater than 12 9 VDC the charger will skip the initial Bulk Absorb charging stages and go directly to Float Charging 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 t
22. ct connection to an AC outlet 17 DC 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 AWG to 6 AWG Battery Temperature Sensor Battery Charger Models Only A plug in external Battery Temperature Sensor BTS is provided for units with the battery charger feature When installed the BTS automatically adjusts the battery chargers BULK ABSORB and FLOAT voltage setpoints based on temperature If the temperature sensor is NOT installed and if the batteries are subjected to large temperature changes the battery life may be shortened Figure 5 BTS 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 2 0 Installation 2 0 Installation Pre I nstallation Before installing the inverter read the entire installation section to determine how you are going to install your MM The more thorough you plan in the beginning the better your inverter needs will be met A Note Installations should be performed by qualified person as nel such as a licensed or certified electrician It is the installer s responsibility to determine which safety codes apply and to ensure that all applicable installation require ments are followed Applicable installation codes vary depending on the specific location and application of the installation yA Note Review the Important Product Safety Information on page ii and the Important Battery Safety I
23. d wires to the MM Series AC wires colored Red HOT OUT white with black stripe NEU OUT and green AC GROUND respectively Gently pull on the wires to ensure they are securely held together and ensure no bare wire is exposed 6 After making the AC output connections secure the AC output cable by tightening the strain relief 7 Connect the outgoing AC wires to an AC load panel equipped with overcurrent protection i e circuit breakers The AC output wiring in the inverter should be complete prior to reattaching the AC access cover review all AC wiring to ensure all connections are correct and secure Recommended Ground Fault Circuit Interruption Breakers If installing this inverter in the wiring system of a Mobile application RV Marine Truck a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI must be installed to protect all branch circuit powered by this inverter In addition some electrical safety codes require GFCI s to be installed in AE Applications Home Cabin Office In compliance with UL stan dards Magnum Energy has tested the following GFCI s and find that they function properly when connected to the inverter s AC output Shock Sentry XGF15V SP Leviton Smart Lock 8899 A Hubbel GF520EMBKA Warning Risk of electric shock Use only the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter receptacles or circuit breaker s speci 4 fied in this manual Other types may fail to operate properly when connected to this inverter 20 2006
24. e runs for signs of chafing replace if necessary e Check the inverter s cooling vents clean as necessary RV Marine Off Season Storage When placing your the coach or boat into seasonal storage it is recommended that you perform the following to ensure the system is properly shutdown or properly configured for seasonal storage This is especially important for maintaining the batteries e Perform the recommended maintenance steps noted above e Fully charge the batteries e Connect shore power if available and verify the breaker to the battery charger is switched ON e Verify the inverter is switched OFF e Switch OFF all unnecessary AC and DC loads 36 2006 Magnum Energy Inc Appendix D Warranty Service Information Appendix D Warranty Service nformation 24 Month Limited Warranty Magnum Energy Inc warrants the MM Series Inverter to be free from defects in material and workmanship that result in product failure during normal usage according to the following terms and conditions 1 The limited warranty for the product extends for 24 months beginning from the product s original date of purchase 2 The limited warranty extends to the original purchaser of the product and is not assignable or transferable to any subsequent purchaser 3 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 inte
25. effect on the ability of the loads to transfer without resetting The lower this setting the longer the 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 in addition to the relay transfer time the voltage from the inverters output has already fallen to a low enough level 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 generators output to constantly fall below the inverters VAC dropout threshold When switching from Invert Mode to the Transfer Mode the inverter waits approximately 15 seconds to ensure the grid is stable or the generator is up to speed and then makes the transfer in approximately 8 milliseconds 22 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 3 0 Operation Protection Mode The inverter is protected against five fault conditions and in normal usage it will be rare to see any If there is a situation the inverter can t handle then it will shut down and attempt to protect itself the battery bank and your appliances If there is a condition that causes one of the following five faults to be enabled refer to the Troubleshooting section to diagnose and c
26. ehicle DO NOT ground them at the safety ground Ground them only at the negative buss of the DC load center as applicable 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 13 2 0 Installation DC Cable Connections When connecting the DC cable to the battery or inverter DC terminals the hardware should be installed in the correct order to prevent high resistance connections which will heat up and could cause the connec tions to melt Follow figure 9 and 10 to stack the hardware correctly Tighten the terminal connections from 10 to 12 foot pounds Caution Do not put anything between the DC cable ring lug V and the battery terminal post or inverter s DC terminal If antioxidant grease or spray is used apply it after all the connections have been made and are properly tighten Caution Overtightening or misthreading the nuts on the DC terminals will cause the bolts to strip and snap break off Temperature sensor for charger models DC cable au 4 with ring lug a ck washer arte terminal LLLI flat washer Verify that the DC cable lugs are flush with the battery terminals Torque the battery terminals from 10 to 12 foot pounds bolt battery post Figure 9 DC Cable to Battery Terminals Caution The inverter is NOT reverse polarity protected negative and positive connected backwards You must verify the correct voltage polarity BEFORE connecting the DC wires or damage may occur Cri
27. emperature or 2 The AC input voltage falls below 85 VAC the charger reduces the charge current to zero to help stabilize the incoming AC voltage The Charge Mode provides up to four separate charging stages Bulk Charging Absorb Charging Float Charging and Full Charge Bulk Charging This is the initial stage of charging While Bulk Charging the charger supplies the battery with controlled constant current The charger will remain in Bulk charge until 14 6 VDC is achieved determined by the Battery Type selection Absorb Charging This is the second charging stage and begins after the bulk voltage has been reached Absorb Charging provides the batteries with a constant voltage and reduces the DC charging current in order to maintain the bulk voltage setting The Absorb Charging time is 120 minutes determined by the Battery AmpHrs selection Float Charging The third charging stage occurs at the end of the Absorb Charging time While Float charging also known as a mainte nance charge the batteries are kept fully charged and ready if needed by the inverter In this stage the charge voltage is reduced to 13 4 VDC determined by the Battery Type selection which can maintain the batteries indefinitely Full Charge Battery Saver mode The fourth stage occurs after four hours in the float charging stage The Full Charge stage maintains the batteries without overcharging preventing excessive loss of water in flooded batteri
28. enance on the inverter Never work alone Always have someone near you when working around batteries Use proper lifting techniques when working with batteries Never use old or untested batteries Check each battery s label for age type and date code to ensure all batteries are identical 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 gasses For compartment or enclosure installations always vent batteries to the outside Provide at least one inch of air space between batteries to provide optimum cooling Never smoke when in the vicinity of batteries To prevent a spark at the battery and reduce the chance of explo sion always connect the cables to the batteries first Then connect the cables to the inverter Use insulated tools at all times Always verify proper polarity and voltage before connecting the batteries to the inverter To reduce the chance of fire or explosion do not short circuit the batteries n the even of accidental exposure to battery acid wash thoroughly 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 Recycle old batteries SAVE THESE INSTRUCTI ONS iii 2006 Magnum Energy Inc Table of Contents 1 0 Introductiofti iui 1 MM Series
29. enance on the inverter Live power may be present at more than one point since an inverter utilizes both batteries and AC Turning off the inverter may not reduce this risk As long as AC power is connected it will pass thru the inverter regardless of the ON OFF power switch Always verify proper wiring prior to starting the inverter Do not operate the inverter if it has been damaged Do not dismantle the inverter there are no user serviceable parts contained in this product Attempting to service the unit yourself could cause electrical shock Internal capacitors remain charged after all power is disconnected No AC or DC disconnects are provided as an integral part of this inverter Both AC and DC disconnects must be provided as part of the system installation No overcurrent protection for the battery supply is provided as an integral part of this inverter Overcurrent protection of the battery cables must be provided as part of the system installation No overcurrent protection for the AC output wiring is provided as an integral part of this inverter Overcurrent protection of the AC output wiring must be provided as part of the system installation SAVE THESE INSTRUCTI ONS 2006 Magnum Energy Inc ii I MPORTANT BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTI ONS Wear eye protection such as safety glasses when working with batteries Remove all jewelry such as rings watches bracelets etc when installing or performing maint
30. ertinent information for safely using the inverter 10 REMOTE port connection a RJ11 connector that allows an optional remote control to be connected 11 ACCESSORY PORT connection a RJ11 connector available only models with the battery charger to allow the Battery Temperature Sensor BTS to be connected The BTS provides information that enables the multistage PFC battery charger to fine tune the battery charge voltages for better charging performance and longer battery life 12 Intake vent ventilation openings to pull in air to help keep the inverter cool for peak performance 13 Exhaust vent ventilation opening that allows heated air to be removed by the internal cooling fan 14 Model Serial Number label includes model serial number and provides specifications and information on the inverter and charger See the Specifications on pages 28 and 29 for more information and the different models available 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 1 0 Introduction Hardwire version GFCI version input amp output hardwired input cord amp GFCI outlet Figure 4 Bottom Side Features 15 AC output connection Hardwire versions AC knockout output for hardwiring GFCI versions provided with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter outlet with test and reset capability 16 AC input connection Hardwire versions AC knockout input for hardwiring GFCI versions provided with a flexible AC input cord for dire
31. es 0 to 59 cfm variable speed MM612 Hardwire MM612G GFCI Outlet MM612 Hardwire MM612G Cord MM R or ME RC50 ETL to UL cUL458 CSA C22 2 107 1 01 Hardwire Hardwire MM RC or ME RC50 NA 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F 40 C to 70 C 40 F to 158 F 0 to 95 RH noncondensing 16 6 x 8 4 x 4 7 42cm x 21cm x 12cm Shelf or wall top or bottom up 14 Ibs 6 4 kg Specifications 25 C Subject to change without notice 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 5 0 Specifications Table 8 MM1200 Specifications Inverter Specifications Input DC voltage range Output voltage AC Output frequency 1msec peak surge current 100msec peak surge current 5 sec surge power 10 sec surge power 30 sec surge power 5 min surge power 30 min surge power Continuous output power Input DC current at 12 6Vdc Inverter efficiency maximum Transfer time AC transfer capability Search mode No load current 120 VAC output Output AC waveform type Charger Specifications Continuous charger current at 12 6Vdc Charger efficiency maximum Power factor 1096 to 10096 charge Input current for rated charger output Temperature compensation General Features and Capabilities Protection circuitry Corrosion protection Output circuit breaker Input circuit breaker Internal cooling AC output Hardwire or GFCI AC input Hardwire or Cord Optional remotes available UL listing Environmental Specifica
32. es 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 to 12 9 VDC the charger will automatically initiate another four hours in Float Charge A Note If the battery voltage falls to 12 1 VDC or less the unit gt will begin another Bulk charge These voltage settings are based on the Battery Temperature Sensor BTS disconnected or at a temperature of 77 F 25 C If the BTS is installed these voltage settings will increase if the temperature around the BTS is below 77 F 25 C and decrease if the temperature around the BTS is higher than 77 F 25 C The MM Series uses changeable settings see Table 5 Inverter Default Settings that are adequate for most installations however if you determine that some of your operating parameters need to be changed the ME RC50 remote control can be purchased to allow changes to those settings 24 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 3 0 Operation Start up ON OFF Switch Turning the inverter ON and OFF is controlled by a momentary switch on the front of the inverter see figure 2 item 2 When the inverter is 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 Once the inverter has been turned on pressing the ON OFF switch alternately turns the unit on and off Note The ON OFF contro
33. he battery voltage is above 15 5 VDC Reduce or turn off the external charging source to bring the battery voltage down Blinks On 3 times every 4 seconds Over temperature condition The internal temperature of the inverter has risen above acceptable limits caused by loads too great for the inverter to operate continuously or by lack of ventilation to the inverter When the unit has cooled it will automatically reset and resume operation Blinks On 4 times every 4 seconds AC Overload the inverter has turned off because the connected loads are larger than inverter s output capacity or there is a short on the output wiring The inverter can be restarted after the AC loads are reduced or the wiring short has been removed To restart the inverter momentarily press the ON OFF button on the inverter or remote Blinks On 5 times every 4 seconds Internal Fault the inverter has turned off because it has detected an internal problem To clear this fault the inverter will need to be reset by 1 Press and hold the ON OFF switch on the inverter for 15 seconds the status LED must begin to rapidly flash or 2 Disconnect all DC power to the inverter for at least 15 seconds and then reconnect After resetting the inverter momentarily press the inverters ON OFF switch and verify the fault has cleared If the Internal Fault remains the inverter requires service at an authorized repair facility 32 2006 Magnum Energy Inc Appendix A
34. ications are rated at 77 F 25 C so the cooler the better within this range Ventilated In order for the inverter to provide full output power and avoid overtemperature fault conditions do not cover or block the inverters ventilation openings or install this inverter in an area with limited airflow Allow as much clearance around the inverters intake and exhaust ventilation openings as possible see items 12 and 13 in figure 3 At the minimum an airspace clearance of 6 15 cm at the front and back and 3 7 5 cm everywhere else to provide adequate ventilation If installed in an enclosure a fresh air intake opening must be pro vided directly to the front side intake vent and an exhaust opening on the back side exhaust vent of the inverter This will allow cool air from the outside to flow into the inverter and heated air to exit from the inverter and out of the enclosure When mounted in an enclosed compartment airflow must be at least 59 cfm in order to maintain no more than a 68 F 20 C rise in compartment temperature Minimum clearances can be reduced if airflow is increased but in no case should clearance around inverter be less than 2 5 cm on all sides Safe Keep any flammable combustible material i e paper cloth plastic etc that may be ignited by heat sparks or flames at a minimum distance of 2 feet 60 cm away from the inverter Do not install this inverter in any area that contains extremely flammable
35. ile applications AC Wiring Connections For all hardwired inverter models the AC input and output wiring is performed in the AC wiring compartment This compartment is located on the top panel see figure 2 item 8 If installed remove the two Phillips screws on the cover to access the AC wiring compartment and locate the inverter s AC wiring There is a label located in the AC access compartment which gives information on which wires are used for the AC input and output You can also refer to Table 3 to match the inverter s AC wires to the appropriate AC wire connection Table 3 Wire Color to AC Wire Connection AC OUT White with black stripe NEUT OUT AC Ground Green GROUND AC IN and AC OUT Ground 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 17 Neutral Out 2 0 Installation The AC wires inside the AC compartment are 16 AWG with a tem perature rating of 105 C all AC connections should be made using an approved connector for your application i e split bolt twist on wire connectors etc Ensure the wire connectors used are rated for the size and number of wires you are connecting After connecting the wires together gently pull on the wires to ensure they are securely held together In a proper connection no bare wire should be exposed sg Note Per UL certification nonmetallic sheathed cable i e 7 Romex or a SO flexible cord with listed strain relief s are allowed to be used to connect to the inverter conduit
36. ith MM Series models that have the battery charger feature it also takes alternating current when connected to utility or generator power and transforms it into direct current to recharge your batteries There are three modes of operation associated with this inverter Inverter Mode Direct Current DC from the batteries is transformed into Alternating Current AC for powering your household electrical appliances Transfer Mode Alternating Current AC is taken directly from utility power or other AC sources and passes through the inverter directly to your household appliances Charger Mode not available on all models The incoming AC from utility power or other AC sources is converted to DC to recharge the batteries connected to the inverter What Appliances will run from a Modified Sine I nverter Today s inverters come in two basic output waveforms modified sine 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 such devices m
37. l switch is a small momentary switch 2 which functions by lightly pressing and releasing Status Indicator The status indicator is a green LED Light Emitting Diode that provides information on the operational mode of the inverter Watch the status indicator see figure 2 item 1 for at least 10 seconds to verify or determine the inverter s operational condition from the information below Normal Operation Off The inverter is off There is no AC power from inverter shore or generator at the inverter s output terminals On solid The inverter is in Transfer Mode The external AC power utility power or generator connected to the inverters input is passing to the inverters output to power the AC loads Blinks on once every second The inverter is on and using energy from the battery The inverter is either 1 Providing full power to the loads connected to the inverter or 2 In Search Mode ready to supply AC power to the loads connected to the inverter Protection Mode There are five fault conditions that will cause the inverter to shutdown Low Battery High Battery Over temperature AC Overload and Internal faults If your inverter has shutdown monitor the status indicator and count the number of blinks that occur every four seconds to determine the particular reason for the shutdown Once you have determined the reason for the shutdown refer to the Troubleshooting section to help diagnose clear the fault conditi
38. lear the fault Low Battery Whenever the battery voltage falls to a low level 10 VDC default setting for more than one minute the inverter will shut down to protect the batteries from being over discharged High Battery In the event the battery voltage exceeds a high voltage level 15 5 VDC the inverter will automatically shut down along with all connected loads to protect the loads from unregulated AC output voltage Overload While inverting the AC and DC sides are monitoring the current levels In the event of a short circuit or overload condition the inverter will shut down Over temperature If internal power components begin to exceed their safe operating temperature level the inverter will shut down to protect itself from damage e Internal Fault The inverter continually monitors several internal components and the processor communications If an condition occurs that does not allow proper internal operation the inverter will shut down to protect itself and the connected loads Charge Mode not available on all models Some MM Series models are equipped with a multistage battery charger feature This includes an automatic 4 stage charging process Bulk Absorb Float and Full Charge and a manual charge stage Equalization the ME RC50 is required to enable Equalization charge The automatic 4 stage charge process provides complete recharging and monitoring of the batteries without damage due to over
39. liquids like gasoline or propane or in locations that require ignition protected devices 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 2 0 Installation 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 produced by the batteries These gases are corrosive and will damage the inverter also if these gases are not ventilated and if allowed to collect they could ignite and cause an explosion Accessible Do not block access to the inverter s remote control and accessory ports Also allow enough room to access the AC and DC wiring connections as they will need to be checked and tighten periodically See figure 8 for the MM Series inverter dimensions Mounting Orientation To meet regulatory requirements the MM Series Inverter can only be mounted on a horizontal surface shelf or table or a vertical surface wall or bulkhead either right side up or upside down as shown in figure 7 The inverter must be mounted on a noncombustible surface and this surface and the mounting hardware must be capable of supporting at least twice the weight of the inverter After determining your mounting position use the base of the inverters chassis as a template to mark your mounting screw locations
40. mped 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 DC cable with ring lug DC terminal cover 4 snaps on inverter s i DC terminal I g Ve kep nut nut with star washer Figure 10 DC Cable to Inverter s DC Terminals 14 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 2 0 Installation Battery Bank Wiring 4 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 ZK Note DO NOT connect the DC wires from the battery bank to i the inverter until 1 all DC and AC wiring is complete 2 the correct DC and AC overcurrent protection has been installed and 3 the correct DC voltage and polarity have been verified VA Note For optimum performance a minimum battery bank of i 200 AHr is recommended Depending upon the type of batteries you use in the installation 6 or 12 VDC the batteries must be wired in series parallel or series parallel to provide 12 VDC 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
41. nded use with factory new or rebuilt 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 4 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 5 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 6 If Magnum repairs or replaces a product its warranty continues for the remaining portion of the original warranty period or 90 days from the date of the return shipment to the original purchaser whichever is greater All replaced products and parts removed from repaired products become the property of Magnum Energy 7 This limited warranty is voided if the prod
42. nstructions on page iii before any installation The basic system diagram shown in Figure 6 should be reviewed to assist you in planning and designing your installation Unpacking and I nspection e Carefully remove the MM Series inverter from its shipping container and inspect all contents Verify the following items are included The MM Inverter Red and black DC terminal covers AC access cover with two screws Two 1 2 hex head kep nuts installed on the DC terminals Battery Temperature Sensor battery charger models only MM Series Inverters Installation and Operation Guide If items appear to be missing or damaged contact your authorized Magnum Energy dealer or Magnum Energy e f 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 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 2 0 Installation MM Series Inverter GFCI versions Or Hardwire disconnect OUT and over current NS device Hardwire or Outlet GFCI versions Main Panel
43. o 130 VAC 6 Turn on or connect a load to the outlets and verify it comes on Continue to keep the load connected and turned on 7 Press the remote ON OFF switch to turn the inverter off If the remote is not used 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 8 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 connected load Verify the inverter s status indicator and the connected load comes on 9 Even though the connected load is on the inverter is currently disabled off Press the remote s ON OFF switch or press and release the ON OFF switch on the inverter to enable turn on the inverter 10 Disconnect the incoming AC power to the inverter Verify the connected load remains on but now is powered by the inverter If the inverter passes all the steps the inverter is ready for use If the inverter fails any of the steps refer to the Troubleshooting section 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 21 3 0 Operation 3 0 Operation Operating Modes The MM Series inverter has two normal modes of operation 1 Invert Mode which powers your loads using the batteries and 2 Transfer Mode which powers your loads from the incoming AC Power i e utility power or a generator This inverte
44. o ensure all connections are correct and secure AC Neutral Ground in In amp Out Hot P relief s AC IN AC OUT Hardwire versions Hardwire versions Figure 11 AC Wiring Connections 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 19 2 0 Installation AC Output Wiring Caution The inverter s AC output must never be connected I to an AC power source This will cause severe damage to the ENS inverter and is not covered under warranty When hardwiring the output of the inverter a cable will be need to be routed from the inverter s output to an AC distribution panel i e sub panel that provides overcurrent protection to the loads powered by the inverter Connect the AC output to this distribution panel as described below 1 Remove the 1 2 knockout on the AC output connection see figure 4 item 15 using a utility knife to cut through the round slot 2 Discard this knockout and install a 1 2 strain relief in the AC OUT opening you may need to file the opening edge to insert the strain relief 3 Run a 2 conductor plus ground cable through the strain relief on the AC OUT opening Refer to Table 4 for minimum wire size and overcurrent protection required for the AC output wiring 4 Remove about two inches of the insulating jacket from the AC cable and separate the three wires and strip about 3 4 of insulation from each wire 5 Using approved AC wire connectors connect the outgoing Hot Out Neutral Out and AC Groun
45. on Blinks on 1 time every four seconds Low Battery fault Blinks on 2 times every four seconds High Battery fault Blinks on 3 times every four seconds Over temperature fault Blinks on 4 times every four seconds AC Overload fault Blinks on 5 times every four seconds Internal fault Charge Mode Some units are equipped with the internal battery charger with this option the green LED status indicator provides additional informa tion Blinks off every four seconds The unit is charging the batteries connected to the inverter 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 25 3 0 Operation Factory Default Settings Your MM Series inverter uses default settings that are adequate for most installations however if you determine that some of your operating parameters need to be changed the optional ME RC50 remote control can be used to make those changes This remote allows you to control the operation and to customize the program ming parameters of the inverter and or charger Table 5 Inverter Default Settings Default Settings NA MM612 MM612G 5W all other MM Series LowBatCutOut 10 0 VDC 400 AmpHrs Battery AmPHrs absorb Time 120 minutes Flooded Liquid Lead Acid Battery Type Bulk 14 6 VDC Float 13 4 VDC Charge Rate 100 VAC dropout 80VAC To help you determine if you need the ME RC50 remote information on the settings that can be changed is provided below The settings once programmed are
46. ons Table 7 MM600 Specifications 28 Inverter Specifications Input DC voltage range Output voltage AC Output frequency 1msec peak surge current 100msec peak surge current 5 sec surge power 10 sec surge power 30 sec surge power 5 min surge power 30 min surge power Continuous output power Input DC current at 12 6Vdc Inverter efficiency maximum Transfer time AC transfer capability Search mode No load current 120 VAC output Output AC waveform type Charger Specifications Continuous charger current at 12 6Vdc Charger efficiency maximum Power factor 1096 to 10096 charge Input current for rated charger output Temperature compensation General Features and Capabilities Protection circuitry Corrosion protection Output circuit breaker Input circuit breaker Internal cooling AC output Hardwire or GFCI AC input Hardwire or Cord Optional remotes available UL listing Environmental Specifications Operating temperature Nonoperating temperature Operating humidity Physical Specifications Dimensions L x W x H Mounting Weight MM612 MM612G MM612AE 9 to 15 5 Vdc 120 VRMS 5 60 Hz 005 27A 11A 1100W 1050W 1000W 950W 675W 600 VA 60A 95 16 msecs 7A 33ADC 77 ADC Modified Sine Wave NA Standard NA 30ADC NA 8596 NA gt 0 95 NA 4 AAC NA Yes with BTS Low High Battery Overtemp amp Overload PCB s conformal coated powder coated chassis 7A switchable 7A 8A Y
47. ote is for MM Series inverters without the battery charger feature such as the MM612 requires serial number L1 201 or higher or MM612G models MM RC Provides six LED indicators for inverter and charger status includes a remote ON OFF switch comes with 25 cable This remote is for MM Series inverters with the battery charger feature such as the MM612AE MM1212 or MM1212AE models ME RC50 Full feature remote with backlit LCD display and LED indicators for inverter and charger status Provides full menu access for easy selection and adjustment comes with 50 cable The ME RC50 is used for many inverter models and has additional features that are not functional with the MM Series inverter Can be used with all MM Series inverter models MM612 requires serial number L1 201 or higher Using the MM Remotes The MM remotes performs the same function as the ON OFF switch on the front of the MM Series inverter and provides status of the different operational modes of the inverter The appropriate remote to use depends on whether your inverter includes the battery charger feature For MM Series inverters that do not have the battery charger the MM R is the recommended remote for MM Series inverters that do have the battery charger the MM RC is the recommended remote MM R MM RC asan avera EN ser AC IN 3 LED S for 3 additional LED S inverter operation for charger operation Figure 13 MM Remotes 30 2006 Magnum Ene
48. r also has extensive protection circuitry and will go into the Protection Mode under certain fault condi tions Invert Mode In Invert Mode the inverter supplies AC power to your appliances by inverting the DC power from the battery The amount of time the inverter can provide power is directly related to the capacity of the battery or battery bank Transfer Mode The inverter will automatically go into the Transfer Mode whenever an external AC source is connected and allowed to pass thru to power your AC loads While in the Transfer mode the AC input is continually monitored to ensure it remains between 80 VAC determined by the Adj VAC dropout setting and 140 VAC The status LED indicator will be on Transfer Mode or blink off every four seconds battery charging to indicate that the inverter is passing the input AC power to the output and monitoring the AC input Whenever AC power is disconnected or falls below the 80 VAC threshold the inverter automatically transfers back to the Invert Mode with minimum interruption to your appliances as long as the inverter is enabled turned on Transfer time When the AC power falls below the VAC dropout threshold voltage 80 VAC default setting the relay transfers from Transfer Mode to the Invert Mode in about 16 milliseconds While the MM 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
49. r batteries from being over discharged 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 1 0 Introduction Standard Features and Benefits The MM Series inverter converts 12 Volts Direct Current VDC power from your battery to 120 Volts Alternating Current VAC power On models with the multistage battery charger feature the incoming AC power is optimized using Power Factor Correction PFC technology to keep the inverter s battery bank fully charged This inverter is de signed to allow easy installation and use and with its die cast aluminum baseplate which ensures maximum durability and cooler more efficient operation The inverter is equipped with the following features 600 or 1200 watts continuous depending on model at 25 Celsius Equipped with numerous protection features to provide a safe and peace of mind operation Unique AC transfer switch circuitry allowing incoming AC power to continue to pass thru to power loads even if the inverter is off Dead battery charging battery charger models allows charging batteries that are extremely low Automatic 4 stage battery charger with Power Factor Correction and Temperature compensation for optimum battery charging models with battery charger and using temperature sensor Modern and aesthetically pleasing design with large AC wiring compartment provides easy access to AC wiring for simple and quick connections and 360 DC connection terminals with color coded insulating cover
50. ration of the unit ZK Note Indicates an important statement Terminology AC source or External AC power refers to Alternating Current AC provided by the utility electric power grid or from a generator In some applications this is referred to as shorepower AE application typically refers to using the inverter in an system that also uses Alternative Energy i e solar wind or hydro This term is also used to refer to inverters used in a home office or cabin installation Mobile application refers to inverters used in a Recreation Vehicle RV boat or truck installation 2006 Magnum Energy Inc IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTI ONS This manual contains important safety instructions that must be followed during the installation and operation of this product Read all instructions and safety information contained in this manual before installing or using this product e All electrical work must be performed in accordance with local state and federal electrical codes This product is designed for indoor compartment installation It must not be exposed to rain snow moisture or liquids of any type Use insulated tools to reduce the chance of electrical shock or accidental short circuits Remove all jewelry such as rings watches bracelets etc when installing or performing maintenance on the inverter Always disconnect the batteries or energy source prior to installing or performing maint
51. re 13 MM Remotes e s eese emen enne 30 Figure 14 Series Battery Wiring 0 34 Figure 15 Parallel Battery Wiring IR 35 Figure 16 Series Parallel Battery Wiring sese 35 List of Tables Table 1 Recommended DC Wire Overcurrent Device 12 Table 2 DC Wire Size For Increased Distance sessssss 12 Table 3 Wire Color to AC Wire Connection ee eee eee 17 Table 4 Minimum Wire Size to Circuit breaker Size 18 Table 5 Factory Default Settings mm 26 Table 6 Troubleshooting Guide mm 27 Table 7 MM600 Specifications ccc cece eee e eee eee mH 28 Table 8 MM1200 SpecificationS cece eee eee eee ee teenie eens 29 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 1 0 Introduction 1 0 I ntroduction Congratulations on your purchase The MM Series inverter from Magnum Energy Inc is designed to be powerful yet simple to use and provide you with years of trouble free use Please read this chapter to familiarize yourself with the features and benefits of your particular MM Series model Figure 1 MM Series Inverter MM Series Models MM612 600 watt inverter with 7 amp AC transfer relay The AC input and output are provided with pigtail wires to allow hardwiring to an AC distribution panel Features neutral to ground switching for Mobile applications MM612G 600 wat
52. rgy Inc Appendix A Remote Control and Monitoring ON OFF Switch The ON OFF Switch is a momentary push button switch that duplicates the ON OFF switch on the inverter This switch also allows additional changes to be made while in the Invert or Charge Mode When the inverter is first connected to the batteries the inverter and remote go through an internal 10 seconds start up test After this test is completed the ON OFF switch can be pressed to turn on the inverter Once the inverter has been turned on momentarily pressing the ON OFF switch alternately turns the inverter On Standby and Off On models with the search mode function the ON OFF switch can be used to enable or disable the search mode While in the Invert Mode pressing and holding this switch for three seconds causes the search mode to alternate between Disabled Inverter always on indicated by the INVERT LED indicator always on and 5W the inverter is looking for at least a 5 watt load to turn on and start inverting indicated by the INVERT LED indicator blinking once a second On models with the battery charger feature this switch can also be used to put the charger in standby disables the charger so that all the incoming power can be used exclusively for the AC loads To put the charger in standby press and hold the ON OFF switch for three seconds you must be in the Charge Mode When this happens the charging indicators BULK ABSORB and FLOAT will go off To
53. s e True RMS output voltage regulation to ensure the inverter will deliver the correct amount of power within the DC input voltage range and continuous output power level Quick connection accessory and remote ports easily accepts several optional remote controls and the Battery Temperature Sensor Figure 2 Top Side Features 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 1 0 Introduction 1 Inverter Status Indicator this green LED Light Emitting Diode illuminates to provide information on the inverter s operation 2 Power switch momentary push button switch that turns the inverter On or Off 3 Negative DC terminal black the inverters connection to the negative terminal on the 12 VDC battery bank 4 Positive DC terminal red the inverters connection to the positive terminal on the 12 VDC battery bank 5 Input circuit breaker this circuit breaker protects the unit s internal wiring and pass thru relay 6 Output circuit breaker this circuit breaker provides another layer of overload protection This is not a branch circuit rated breaker separate AC output breakers are required on the output unless you are using the GFCI outlet version 7 Mounting flanges x4 used to secure the inverter to a shelf or wall 8 AC Wiring Compartment provides access for all AC input and output connections on the inverter Front Side Figure 3 Front and Back Side Features 9 Warning and information label provides p
54. sitive wire RED from the DC fuse block or circuit breaker assembly to the inverter s positive DC terminal Connect a short wire same rating as the DC wires to one end of the fuse block and the other end of the short wire to the positive terminal of the last battery string see figure 16 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 fuse lugs DC circuit breaker are flush on the surface of the DC terminal s and the hardware lock washer and nut used to hold these connec tions are stacked correctly see figures 9 and 10 Verify all DC connections are torqued from 10 to 12 foot pounds Once the DC connections are completely wired and tested coat the terminals with an approved anti oxidizing spray Press on the red and black terminal covers to the inverter s DC connectors to secure them in place If the batteries are in an enclosure perform a final check of the hold down brackets and all connections Close and secure the battery enclosure 16 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 2 0 Installation AC Wiring This section describes the required AC wire size and overcurrent protection needed if you have the hardwire versions It also provides information on how to make the AC connections 4 Warning All wiring should be performed by a qualified person or a licensed electrician following all local NEC codes Neu
55. t device in these installations These installations also do not normally use conduit so the fuse must be installed in the ungrounded conductor usually the positive DC cable line within 18 inches of the battery to protect the DC wiring system If using a fuse we recommend using a class T type or equivalent This fuse type is rated for DC operation can handle the high short circuit currents and allow for momentary current surges from the inverter without opening DC Grounding The inverter charger should always be connected to a permanent grounded wiring system The idea is to connect the metallic chassis of the various enclosures together to have them at the same voltage potential which reduces the possibility for electric shock For the majority of installations the inverter chassis and the negative battery conductor are connected to the system s ground bond via a safety grounding conductor bare wire or green insulated wire at only one point in the system Per the NEC the size for the grounding conductor is usually based on the size of the overcurrent device used in the DC system Refer to Table 1 to select the DC ground wire needed based on the overcurrent device used for your inverter model If using this inverter in a vehicle DO NOT connect the battery negative cable to the vehicle s safety ground Connect it only to the inverter s negative battery terminal If there are any non factory installed DC appliances on board the v
56. t from the battery bank the DC wire will need to be increased to overcome the increase in resistance which affects the performance of the inverter Continue to use the overcurrent device and DC ground wire previously determined from Table 1 and then refer to Table 2 to determine the minimum DC wire size you need for various distances based on your inverter model Table 2 DC Wire Size For Increased Distance 4 AWG 2 AWG 1 0 AWG 2 0 AWG 1 AWG 1 0 AWG 2 0 AWG mum 12 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 2 0 Installation DC Overcurrent Protection For safety and to comply with electrical code regulations you must install a DC overcurrent protection device in the positive DC cable line to protect your DC cables This DC overcurrent device must be DC rated and can be a fuse or circuit breaker 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 thereby preventing a fire See Table 1 to select the DC overcurrent device needed based on the minimum wire size according to your inverter model For electrical systems in AE applications the NEC National Electrical Code requires an overcurrent protection device Mobile installations typically do not require using a DC disconnect although an overcurrent protection device is still required Because the DC disconnect is not required a fuse is usually used as the overcurren
57. t inverter with 7 amp AC transfer relay The AC input is provided with a flexible cord and a GFCI outlet on the output for easy connection to your AC appliances ready to use after connecting to your batteries Features neutral to ground switching for Mobile applications MM612AE 600 watt inverter charger with 7 amp AC transfer relay and 30 amp 4 stage PFC charger AC input and output provided with pigtail wires to allow hardwiring to a main AC distribution panel and inverter sub panel Features common input output neutrals for AE applications Includes 15 battery temperature sensor MM1212 1200 watt inverter charger with 12 amp AC transfer relay and 70 amp 4 stage PFC charger The AC input and output are provided with pigtail wires to allow hardwiring to a main AC distribution panel and inverter sub panel Features neutral to ground switching for Mobile applications Includes 15 battery temperature sensor MM1212AE 1200 watt inverter charger with 12 amp AC transfer relay and 70 amp 4 stage PFC charger The AC input and output are provided with pigtail wires to allow hardwiring to a main AC distribution panel and inverter sub panel Features common input output neutrals for AE applications Includes 15 battery temperature sensor 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 1 0 Introduction How an I nverter Charger Works An inverter takes direct current DC from your batteries and turns it into alternating current AC like you use at home W
58. t is too high VAC Dropout Sets the minimum AC voltage that can be present on the AC input before the unit transfers from Transfer mode to Invert mode This protects the AC loads from utility outages and brown outs For information on the full range of settings for each function refer to the ME RC manual at our website www magnumenergy com 26 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 4 0 Troubleshooting 4 0 Troubleshooting The MM Series inverter is a fairly simple device to troubleshoot There are only two active circuits AC and DC as well as a charging circuit in some of the models The following chart is designed to help you quickly pinpoint the most common inverter and charger faults Table 6 Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Recommended Solution Low Battery Voltage The battery voltage level has dropped Battery voltage is too low Check the status indicator below the Low Battery Cut Out LBCO fuses circuit breakers and cable blinks on 1 time every set point for more than one minute connections Check battery voltage at the 4 secs 10 0VDC LBCO default setting inverter s terminals Your batteries may need to be charged this fault condition will automatically clear when the battery voltage exceeds 12 5VDC High Battery Voltage The battery voltage is above 15 5 VDC This condition usually occurs only when an the status indicator The inverter automatically resets and additional charging source alternator blinks on 2 times e
59. ter and the battery bank DC Wire Sizing and Overcurrent Protection It is important to use the correct DC wire to achieve maximum efficiency from the system and reduce fire hazards associated with overheating See Table 1 to select the minimum DC wire size needed based on your inverter model If the distance from the inverter to the battery bank is greater than 3 feet use Table 2 to help determine the minimum recommended cable sizes for longer distances Always keep your wire runs as short as practical to help prevent low voltage shutdowns and keep the DC breaker from nuisance tripping or open fuses because of increased current draw Undersized cables can also lower the inverter s peak output voltage as well as reduce its ability to surge heavy loads 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 11 2 0 Installation Note The DC wires must be color coded with colored tape or A heat shrink tubing RED for positive BLACK for negative and GREEN for DC ground The DC wires must have soldered and crimped lugs crimped copper compression lugs or aluminum mechanical lugs Soldered connections alone are not acceptable for this application Table 1 Recommended DC Wire Overcurrent Device 175 amps 125 amps 4 AWG 125 amps 200 amps ag parks 6 AWG 6 AWG Based on NEC NFPA 70 Table 310 17 for 75 C single insulated cables in free air If the inverter is expected to operate at a distance greater than three fee
60. tions Operating temperature Nonoperating temperature Operating humidity Physical Specifications Dimensions L x W x H Mounting Weight MM1212 MM1212AE 9 to 15 5 Vdc 120 VRMS 5 60 Hz 005 42A 23A 2100W 1900W 1750W 1450W 1375W 1200 VA 125A 95 16 msecs 12A AADC 1 3 ADC Modified Sine Wave Standard 70ADC 8896 0 95 9 AAC Yes with Battery Temperature Sensor Low High Battery Overtemp amp Overload PCB s conformal coated powder coated chassis 12A switchable 16A Yes 0 to 59 cfm variable speed Hardwire Hardwire MM RC or ME RC50 ETL to UL cUL458 NA CSA C22 2 107 1 01 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F 40 C to 70 C 40 F to 158 F 0 to 95 RH noncondensing 16 6 x 8 4 x 4 7 42cm x 21cm x 12cm Shelf or wall top or bottom up 20 Ibs 9 kg Specifications 25 C Subject to change without notice 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 29 Appendix A Remote Control and Monitoring Appendix A Remote Control and Monitoring There are several remotes that let you monitor and switch the inverter on off from a convenient location Using the supplied cable with RJ 11 connectors they connect easily to the REMOTE port located on the front side of the MM Series see figure 3 item 10 Depending on your inverter model you can select one of the following remotes MM R Provides three LED indicators for inverter status and includes a remote ON OFF switch comes with 25 cable This rem
61. to use a vehicle metal frame in place of the DC negative connection or DC ground The inverter requires a reliable negative and ground return path directly to the battery DC wires and cables should be tied together with wire ties or electrical tape approximately every 6 inches This helps improves the surge capability and reduces the effects of inductance which im proves the inverter waveform and reduces the wear of the inverter s filter capacitors Use only copper wires with a minimum temperature rating of 75 C To ensure the maximum performance from the inverter all connec tions from the battery bank to the inverter should be minimized the exception is 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 connections points may loosen during use 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 foot pounds If you don t have a torque wrench ensure all DC terminals are tight and cannot move Be aware that overtightening and misthreading the nuts on the DC terminals can cause the bolts to strip and snap break off DC Wiring This section describes the inverter s required DC wire sizes and the recommended disconnect overcurrent protection and how to make the DC connections to the inver
62. tral to Safety Ground Bonding The NEC National Electric Code provides the standards for safely wiring Mobile RV Boat or Truck and AE Houses Cabin or Office installations in the United States This wiring standard requires the AC source such as the utility feed in your home an inverter or a genera tor to have the neutral conductor tied to ground These standards also require that the AC neutral be connected to safety ground often called a bond in only one place at any time The fundamental difference between using an inverter in a Mobile application or in a AE application is how the neutral is grounded in the AC system In AE installations the neutrals are connected together and are always connected to safety ground at the main AC panel never at the inverter However in Mobile installations there may be multiple AC sources i e utility shore power generator or inverter which means there may be the potential of having multiple neutral to ground connections When using the MM Series in a AE application you must use the AE versions which require the main service panel to provide the neutral to ground bond for the entire electrical system All other models of the MM Series non AE versions provide an internal relay that connects the neutral to ground while inverting and automatically opens the neutral to ground bond when connected to the incoming AC source these other models are designed to be used in a Mob
63. uct has been modified without authorization the serial number has been altered or removed the product has been damaged through abuse neglect accident high voltage or corrosion the product was not installed and operated according to the owner s manual BEFORE RETURNING ANY UNIT CONTACT MAGNUM ENERGY FOR A RETURN MATERIAL AUTHORI ZATI ON RMA NUMBER 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 37 Ty Pi Vo fff OVS GEE Gave E N E R C Y Magnum Energy Inc 1111 80th Street SW Suite 250 Everett WA 98203 phone 425 353 8833 fax 425 353 8390 web www magnumenergy com PN 64 0008 2006 Magnum Energy Inc
64. uired because of voltage drop The AC wire sizes provided in this table assume using only copper wire and a temperature rating of 75 C or higher A minimum of 14 AWG is required for all AC wiring Table 4 Minimum Wire Size to Circuit breaker Size Inverter Model Input Suggested Output Suggested Breaker Breaker Size Breaker Breaker Size MM612 14 AWG 10 amps 14 AWG 10 amps MM612AE 10 amps 10 amps MM1212AE 20 amps 15 amps 18 2006 Magnum Energy Inc 2 0 Installation AC Input Wiring Your inverter has an AC transfer feature that passes the AC input power to the inverter s output Connection to the AC input is made by hardwiring from a distribution panel as described below 1 Run an appropriately sized 2 conductor plus ground cable from the AC distribution panel through a strain relief on the AC IN opening Refer to Table 4 for minimum wire size and overcurrent protection required for the AC input wiring 2 Remove about two inches of the insulating jacket from the AC cable and separate the three wires and strip about 3 4 of insulation from each wire 3 Using an approved AC wire connectors connect the incoming Hot In Neutral In and Ground wires to the MM Series AC wires colored black HOT IN white NEU IN and green AC GROUND respectively 4 After making the AC input connections secure the AC input cable by tightening the strain relief The AC input wiring in the inverter is complete review all AC wiring t
65. very resumes operation when the battery solar panels or other external charging 4 secs voltage drops below 15 5 VDC sources is used to charge the battery bank Reduce or turn off any other charger the inverter batteries to allow the tage level to drop Over temperature The internal temperature of the Reduce the number of electrical loads that condition inverter has risen above acceptable you are operating this will avoid a repeat the status indicator limits caused by loads too great for Overtemp shutdown if the cause was too blinks on 3 times every the inverter to operate continuously or many loads for the ambient conditions by lack of ventilation to the inverter When the unit has cooled it will Check ventilation around the inverter automatically reset and resume ensure cool air is available to pass thru the operation inverter The inverter has turned off because the Reduce the AC loads connected to the the status indicator connected loads are larger than the inverter or remove all AC output wiring and blinks on 4 times every inverters output capacity or the output restart the inverter 4 secs wires are shorted Internal fault This fault occurs when an internal fault To clear this fault an inverter reset is the status indicator is detected required Remove DC power to the inverter blinks on 5 times every or press and hold down the power switch 4 secs on the inverter for 15 seconds until the green Status LED comes

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