Apt Aerox III 3.2kw - Manual 20181224
Apt Aerox III 3.2kw - Manual 20181224
Apt Aerox III 3.2kw - Manual 20181224
AEROX 3.2KW
MPPT SOLAR I NVERTER
Version: 1.0
Table Of Contents
ABOUT THIS MANUAL ...................................................................................................................................... 1
Purpose ............................................................................................................................................................ 1
Scope ............................................................................................................................................................... 1
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................................................... 1
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................. 2
Features ........................................................................................................................................................... 2
Basic System Architecture ............................................................................................................................... 2
Product Overview............................................................................................................................................. 3
INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................................................... 4
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ABOUT THI S MANUAL
Purpose
This manual describes the assembly, installation, operation and troubleshooting of this unit. Please read
this manual carefully before installations and operations. Keep this manual for future reference.
Scope
This manual provides safety and installation guidelines as well as information on tools and wiring.
WARNI NG: This chapter contains important safety and operating instructions. Read and
keep this manual for future reference.
1. Before using the unit, read all instructions and cautionary markings on the unit, the batteries and all
appropriate sections of this manual.
2. CAUTI ON --To reduce risk of injury, charge only deep-cycle lead acid type rechargeable batteries.
Other types of batteries may burst, causing personal injury and damage.
3. Do not disassemble the unit. Take it to a qualified service center when service or repair is required.
Incorrect re-assembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
4. To reduce risk of electric shock, disconnect all wirings before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
Turning off the unit will not reduce this risk.
5. CAUTI ON – Only qualified personnel can install this device with battery.
6. NEVER charge a frozen battery.
7. For optimum operation of this inverter/charger, please follow required spec to select appropriate cable
size. It’s very important to correctly operate this inverter/charger.
8. Be very cautious when working with metal tools on or around batteries. A potential risk exists to drop
a tool to spark or short circuit batteries or other electrical parts and could cause an explosion.
9. Please strictly follow installation procedure when you want to disconnect AC or DC terminals. Please
refer to INSTALLATION section of this manual for the details.
10. One piece of 150A fuse is provided as over-current protection for the battery supply.
11. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS -This inverter/charger should be connected to a permanent grounded
wiring system. Be sure to comply with local requirements and regulation to install this inverter.
12. NEVER cause AC output and DC input short circuited. Do NOT connect to the mains when DC input
short circuits.
13. Warning!! Only qualified service persons are able to service this device. If errors still persist after
following troubleshooting table, please send this inverter/charger back to local dealer or service center
for maintenance.
14. WARNI NG: Because this inverter is non-isolated, only three types of PV modules are acceptable:
single crystalline, poly crystalline with class A-rated and CIGS modules. To avoid any malfunction, do
not connect any PV modules with possible current leakage to the inverter. For example, grounded PV
modules will cause current leakage to the inverter. When using CIGS modules, please be sure NO
grounding.
15. CAUTI ON: It’s requested to use PV junction box with surge protection. Otherwise, it will cause
damage on inverter when lightning occurs on PV modules.
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I NTRODUCTI ON
This is a multi-function inverter/charger, combining functions of inverter, solar charger and battery charger to
offer uninterruptible power support with portable size. Its comprehensive LCD display offers user-configurable
and easy-accessible button operation such as battery charging current, AC/solar charger priority, and
acceptable input voltage based on different applications.
Features
Pure sine wave inverter
Configurable input voltage range for home appliances and personal computers via LCD setting
Configurable battery charging current based on applications via LCD setting
Configurable AC/Solar Charger priority via LCD setting
Compatible to mains voltage or generator power
Auto restart while AC is recovering
Overload/ Over temperature/ short circuit protection
Smart battery charger design for optimized battery performance
Cold start function
Removable LCD control module
Reversed communication port for BMS (RS485, CAN-BUS, RS232)
Build-in Bluetooth for mobile monitoring (Requires App), OTG USB function, dusk filters
Configurable AC/PV Output usage timer and prioritization
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Product Overview
1. LCD display
2. Status indicator
3. Charging indicator
4. Fault indicator
5. Function buttons
6. Power on/off switch
7. AC input
8. AC output
9. PV input
10. Battery input
11. Circuit breaker
12. Dry contact
13. USB communication port
14. BMS Communication port: CAN and RS232 or RS485
15. RS-232 communication port
16. LED indicators for USB function setting/ Output source priority timer / Charger source priority setting
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I NSTALLATI ON
Preparation
Before connecting all wirings, please take off bottom cover by removing two screws as shown below. Remove
the cables from the cover.
SUI TABLE FOR MOUNTI NG ON CONCRETE OR OTHER NON-COMBUSTI BLE SURFACE ONLY.
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Install the unit by screwing three screws. It’s recommended to use M4 or M5 screws.
Battery Connection
CAUTI ON: For safety operation and regulation compliance, it’s requested to install a separate DC over-current
protector or disconnect device between battery and inverter. It may not be requested to have a disconnect
device in some applications, however, it’s still requested to have over-current protection installed. Please refer
to typical amperage in below table as required fuse or breaker size.
Ring terminal:
WARNI NG! All wiring must be performed by a qualified personnel.
WARNI NG! It's very important for system safety and efficient operation to use
appropriate cable for battery connection. To reduce risk of injury, please use the
proper recommended cable as below.
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3. Insert the ring terminal of battery cable flatly into battery connector of inverter and make sure the bolts are
tightened with torque of 5 Nm. Make sure polarity at both the battery and the inverter/charge is correctly
connected and ring terminals are tightly screwed to the battery terminals.
CAUTI ON!! Do not place anything between the flat part of the inverter terminal and the ring
terminal. Otherwise, overheating may occur.
CAUTI ON!! Do not apply anti-oxidant substance on the terminals before terminals are
connected tightly.
CAUTI ON!! Before making the final DC connection or closing DC breaker/disconnector, be sure
positive (+) must be connected to positive (+) and negative (-) must be connected to negative
(-).
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AC I nput/ Output Connection
CAUTI ON!! Before connecting to AC input power source, please install a separate AC breaker between
inverter and AC input power source. This will ensure the inverter can be securely disconnected during
maintenance and fully protected from over current of AC input. The recommended spec of AC breaker is 32A
for 3.2KW and 50A for 5.2KW.
CAUTI ON!! There are two terminal blocks with “IN” and “OUT” markings. Please do NOT mis-connect input
and output connectors.
WARNI NG:
Be sure that AC power source is disconnected before attempting to hardwire it to the unit.
4. Then, insert AC output wires according to polarities indicated on terminal block and tighten terminal screws.
Be sure to connect PE protective conductor ( ) first.
→Ground ( yellow -green)
L→LI NE ( brow n or black)
N→Neutral ( blue)
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CAUTI ON: Appliances such as air conditioner are required at least 2~3 minutes to restart because it’s required
to have enough time to balance refrigerant gas inside of circuits. If a power shortage occurs and recovers in a
short time, it will cause damage to your connected appliances. To prevent this kind of damage, please check
manufacturer of air conditioner if it’s equipped with time-delay function before installation. Otherwise, this
inverter/charger will trig overload fault and cut off output to protect your appliance but sometimes it still causes
internal damage to the air conditioner.
PV Connection
CAUTI ON: Before connecting to PV modules, please install separately a DC circuit breaker between inverter
and PV modules.
WARNI NG! It's very important for system safety and efficient operation to use appropriate cable for PV
module connection. To reduce risk of injury, please use the proper recommended cable size as below.
Model Wire Size Cable ( mm 2 ) Torque value襦max襤
3.2KW 1 x 12AWG 4 0.8 Nm
WARNI NG: Because this inverter is non-isolated, only three types of PV modules are acceptable: single
crystalline, poly crystalline with class A-rated and CIGS modules.
To avoid any malfunction, do not connect any PV modules with possible current leakage to the inverter. For
example, grounded PV modules will cause current leakage to the inverter. When using CIGS modules, please
be sure NO grounding.
CAUTI ON: It’s requested to use PV junction box with surge protection. Otherwise, it will cause damage on
inverter when lightning occurs on PV modules.
PV Module Selection:
When selecting proper PV modules, please be sure to consider below parameters:
1. Open circuit Voltage (Voc) of PV modules not exceeds max. PV array open circuit voltage of inverter.
2. Open circuit Voltage (Voc) of PV modules should be higher than min. battery voltage.
I NVERTER MODEL 3.2KW
Max. PV Array Open Circuit Voltage 500Vdc
PV Array MPPT Voltage Range 120Vdc~450Vdc
Take 250Wp PV module as an example. After considering above two parameters, the recommended module
configurations are listed as below table.
Solar Panel Spec. SOLAR INPUT Total input
(reference) Q'ty of panels
(Min in serial: 6 pcs, max. in serial: 12 pcs) power
- 250Wp
- Vmp: 30.1Vdc 6 pcs in serial 6 pcs 1500W
- Imp: 8.3A 8 pcs in serial 8 pcs 2000W
- Voc: 37.7Vdc 12 pcs in serial 12 pcs 3000W
- Isc: 8.4A 8 pieces in serial and 2 sets in parallel 16 pcs 4000W
- Cells: 60
Final Assembly
After connecting all wirings, please put bottom cover back by screwing two screws as shown below.
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Communication Connection
Serial Connection
Please use supplied communication cable to connect to inverter and PC. Insert bundled CD into a computer and
follow on-screen instruction to install the monitoring software. For the detailed software operation, please
check user manual of software inside of CD.
Bluetooth Connection
This series is built in Bluetooth technology. You may simply go to google play to install “WatchPower”. It allows
wireless communication up to 6~7m in an open space.
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OPERATI ON
Once the unit has been properly installed and the batteries are connected well, simply press On/Off switch
(located on the display panel) to turn on the unit.
Function keys
Setting LED 3
On/off switch
I ndicators
LED I ndicator Color Solid/ Flashing Messages
Setting LED 1 Green Solid On Output powered by utility
Setting LED 2 Green Solid On Output powered by PV
Setting LED 3 Green Solid On Output powered by battery
Solid On Output is available in bypass mode
Green
Flashing Output is powered by battery in inverter mode
Status Solid On Battery is fully charged
Green
indicators Flashing Battery is charging.
Solid On Fault mode
Red
Flashing Warning mode
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Function Keys
Function Key Description
ESC Exit the setting
USB function setting Select USB OTG functions
Timer setting for the
Setup the timer for prioritizing the output source
Output source priority
Timer setting for the
Setup the timer for prioritizing the charger source
Charger source priority
Up To last selection
Down To next selection
Enter To confirm/enter the selection in setting mode
Battery I nformation
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In AC mode, it will present battery charging status.
Status Battery voltage LCD Display
<2V/cell 4 bars will flash in turns.
Constant Bottom bar will be on and the other three
2 ~ 2.083V/cell
bars will flash in turns.
Current mode / Bottom two bars will be on and the other two
Constant 2.083 ~ 2.167V/cell
bars will flash in turns.
Voltage mode Bottom three bars will be on and the top bar
> 2.167 V/cell
will flash.
Floating mode. Batteries are fully charged. 4 bars will be on.
In battery mode, it will present battery capacity.
Load Percentage Battery Voltage LCD Display
< 1.85V/cell
1.85V/cell ~ 1.933V/cell
Load >50%
1.933V/cell ~ 2.017V/cell
> 2.017V/cell
< 1.892V/cell
1.892V/cell ~ 1.975V/cell
> 2.058V/cell
Load I nformation
Indicates overload.
0%~24% 25%~49%
50%~74% 75%~100%
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Indicates the DC/AC inverter circuit is working.
LCD Setting
General Setting
After pressing and holding “ ” button for 3 seconds, the unit will enter setting mode. Press “ ” or “ ”
button to select setting programs. And then, press “ ” button to confirm the selection or “ ” button to
exit.
Setting Programs:
Program Description Selectable option
Escape
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Solar energy provides power to the
loads as first priority.
If solar energy is not sufficient to
SBU priority
power all connected loads, battery
energy will supply power to the loads
at the same time.
Utility provides power to the loads
only when battery voltage drops to
either low-level warning voltage or the
setting point in program 12.
10A 20A
30A 40A
70A 80A
05 Battery type
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User-Defined If “User-Defined” is selected, battery
charge voltage and low DC cut-off
voltage can be set up in program 26,
27 and 29.
09 Output frequency
10 Output voltage
240V
2A 10A
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60A
22.0V 22.5V
25.0V 25.5V
24.5V 25V
17
27.5V 28V
28.5V 29V
Solar and Utility (default) Solar energy and utility will charge
battery at the same time.
Charger source priority:
16 To configure charger source
priority
18 Alarm control
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Backlight on (default) Backlight off
20 Backlight control
30 Battery equalization
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Default setting: 29.2V Setting range is from 25.0V to 31.5V.
Increment of each click is 0.1V.
31 Battery equalization voltage
Equalization activated
36 If equalization function is enabled in program 30, this program can
immediately
be set up. If “Enable” is selected in this program, it’s to activate
battery equalization immediately and LCD main page will shows
“ ”. If “Disable” is selected, it will cancel equalization function
until next activated equalization time arrives based on program 35
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3 days 5 days
30 days 60 days
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Function Setting
There are three function keys on the display panel to implement special functions such as USB OTG, Timer
setting for output source priority and timer setting for charger source priority.
1. USB Function Setting
Please insert USB disk into USB port ( ).Press and hold “ ” button for 3 seconds to enter USB function
setting mode. These functions include to upgrade inverter firmware, export data log and re-write internal
parameters from USB disk.
If pressing “ ” button to export data log from USB disk to the inverter. If
I MPORTANT NOTE: After this function is executed, partial LCD setting programs will be locked.
For the detailed information, please check your installer directly.
If no button is pressed for 1 minute, it will automatically return to main screen.
If any error occurs, error code will only show 3 seconds. After three seconds, it will automatically return to
display screen.
Step 1: Press and hold “ ” button for 3 seconds to enter timer setting mode for charger
source priority.
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Step 3: Please select setting program by following each procedure.
Program# Operation Procedure LCD Screen
If pressing “ ” button to set up timer. Press “ ” to select start time.
Press “ ” or “ ” button to set the start time and then press “ ” button to
confirm. Press “ ” button to select end time. Press “ ” or “ ” button to
set the end time and then press “ ” button to confirm. The setting range is
from 00 to 23. Increment of each click is 1 hour.
Press “ ” or “ ” button to set the start time and then press “ ” button to
confirm. Press “ ” button to select end time. Press “ ” or “ ” button to
set the end time and then press “ ” button to confirm. The setting range is
from 00 to 23. Increment of each click is 1 hour.
If pressing “ ” button to set up timer. Press “ ” to select start time
setting. Press “ ” or “ ” button to set the start time and then press “ ”
button to confirm. Press “ ” button to select end time. Press “ ” or “ ”
button to set the end time and then press “ ” button to confirm. The setting
range is from 00 to 23. Increment of each click is 1 hour.
Press “ ” button to exit setting mode.
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Display Setting
The LCD display information will be switched in turns by pressing “UP” or “DOWN” key. The selectable
information is switched as the following table in order.
Input frequency=50Hz
Input frequency
PV voltage=260V
PV voltage
PV current = 2.5A
PV current
PV power = 500W
PV power
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AC and PV charging current=50A
PV charging current=50A
Charging current
AC charging current=50A
PV charging power=500W
Charging power
AC charging power=500W
Output frequency=50Hz
Output frequency
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Load percent=70%
Load percentage
Load in VA
When load is larger than 1kVA (≧1KVA), load in VA
will present x.xkVA like below chart.
Load in Watt
When load is larger than 1kW (≧1KW), load in W
will present x.xkW like below chart.
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This PV Today energy = 3.88kWh, Load Today
energy= 9.88kWh.
Real date.
Real time.
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Secondary CPU version 00003.03.
Standby mode
Note:
No output is supplied by the
*Standby mode: The inverter
unit but it still can charge
is not turned on yet but at this Charging by utility.
batteries.
time, the inverter can charge
battery without AC output.
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Charging by PV energy.
No charging.
Standby mode
Note:
No output is supplied by the
*Standby mode: The inverter
unit but it still can charge
is not turned on yet but at this
batteries. Power from PV energy only and feed PV energy
time, the inverter can charge
to grid when battery is not connected. LCD will
battery without AC output.
flash ”FED”.
Fault mode
Note:
*Fault mode: Errors are
PV energy and utility can
caused by inside circuit error
charge batteries. Charging by utility.
or external reasons such as
over temperature, output short
circuited and so on.
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Charging by PV energy.
Fault mode
Note:
*Fault mode: Errors are
PV energy and utility can
caused by inside circuit error
charge batteries.
or external reasons such as
over temperature, output short No charging.
circuited and so on.
Charging by utility.
Line Mode
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Power is only generated from PV energy and
feeds PV energy to grid when battery is not
connected. It will show ”FED” flashing in the
LCD.
Battery Mode
Power from battery only.
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Battery Equalization Description
Equalization function is added into charge controller. It reverses the buildup of negative chemical effects like
stratification, a condition where acid concentration is greater at the bottom of the battery than at the top.
Equalization also helps to remove sulfate crystals that might have built up on the plates. If left unchecked, this
condition, called sulfation, will reduce the overall capacity of the battery. Therefore, it’s recommended to
equalize battery periodically.
When to Equalize
In float stage, when the setting equalization interval (battery equalization cycle) is arrived, or equalization is
active immediately, the controller will start to enter Equalize stage.
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However, in Equalize stage, when battery equalized time is expired and battery voltage doesn’t rise to battery
equalization voltage point, the charge controller will extend the battery equalized time until battery voltage
achieves battery equalization voltage. If battery voltage is still lower than battery equalization voltage when
battery equalized timeout setting is over, the charge controller will stop equalization and return to float stage.
02 Over temperature
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Warning I ndicator
Warning
Warning Event Audible Alarm I con flashing
Code
Beep three times every
01 Fan is locked when inverter is on.
second
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SPECI FI CATI ONS
Table 1 Line Mode Specifications
MODEL 3.2KW
RATED OUPUT POWER 3.2KVA/ 3.2KW
PV I NPUT ( DC)
Max. PV Array Power 4000W
Nominal PV Voltage 240Vdc
Start-up Voltage 150Vdc +/- 10Vdc
PV Array MPPT Voltage Range 120~450Vdc
Max. PV Array Open Circuit Voltage 500Vdc
GRI D-TI E OPERATI ON
GRI D OUTPUT ( AC)
Nominal Output Voltage 230 VAC
Feed-in Grid Voltage Range 184 ~ 264.5 VAC
Feed-in Grid Frequency Range 47.5~51.5Hz
Nominal Output Current 13A
Power Factor Range >0.99
Maximum Conversion Efficiency (DC/AC) 93%
OFF-GRI D, HYBRI D OPERATI ON
GRI D I NPUT
Low Loss Voltage 170Vac±7V (UPS); 90Vac±7V (Appliances)
Low Loss Return Voltage 180Vac±7V (UPS); 100Vac±7V (Appliances)
High Loss Voltage 280Vac±7V
High Loss Return Voltage 270Vac±7V
Max AC Input Voltage 300Vac
Nominal Input Frequency 50Hz / 60Hz (Auto detection)
Low Loss Frequency 40±1Hz
Low Loss Return Frequency 42±1Hz
High Loss Frequency 65±1Hz
High Loss Return Frequency 63±1Hz
Output Short Circuit Protection Circuit Breaker
Efficiency (Line Mode) >95% ( Rated R load, battery full charged )
Transfer Time 10ms typical (UPS); 20ms typical (Appliances)
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BATTERY MODE OUTPUT ( AC)
Nominal Output Voltage 230Vac±5%
Output Voltage Waveform Pure Sine Wave
Peak Efficiency (DC to AC) 93%
Overload Protection 5s@≥130% load; 10s@105%~130% load
Surge Capacity 2* rated power for 5 seconds
Cold Start Voltage 23.0Vdc
Low DC Warning Voltage
@ load < 50% 23.0Vdc
@ load ≥ 50% 22.0Vdc
Low DC Warning Voltage
@ load < 50% 23.0Vdc
@ load ≥ 50% 22.0Vdc
Low DC Warning Return Voltage
@ load < 50% 23.5Vdc
@ load ≥ 50% 23.0Vdc
Low DC Cut-off Voltage
@ load < 50% 21.5Vdc
@ load ≥ 50% 21.0Vdc
High DC Recovery Voltage 32Vdc
High DC Cut-off Voltage 33Vdc
No Load Power Consumption <35W
BATTERY & CHARGER
Nominal DC Input Voltage 24 VDC
Maximum Charging Current (from Grid) 60Amp (@VI/P=230Vac)
Maximum Charging Current (from PV) 80Amp
Max Charging Current
80Amp
(AC charger plus solar charger)
Charging Algorithm 3-Step
Bulk Charging Flooded Battery 29.2
Voltage AGM / Gel Battery 28.2
Floating Charging Voltage 27Vdc
Charging Curve
GENERAL
Dimension (D*W*H), mm 115 x 300 x 400
Net Weight, kg 9.1
Operating Temperature Range -10°C to 50°C
Storage temperature -15°C~ 60°C
Humidity 5% to 95% Relative Humidity (Non-condensing)
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TROUBLE SHOOTI NG
Problem LCD/ LED/ Buzzer Explanation / Possible cause What to do
Unit shuts down LCD/LEDs and buzzer
automatically will be active for 3 The battery voltage is too low 1. Re-charge battery.
during startup seconds and then (<1.91V/Cell) 2. Replace battery.
process. complete off.
1. Contact repair center for
1. The battery voltage is far too
No response after replacing the fuse.
No indication. low. (<1.4V/Cell)
power on. 2. Re-charge battery.
2. Internal fuse tripped.
3. Replace battery.
Input voltage is
Check if AC breaker is tripped
displayed as 0 on the
Input protector is tripped and AC wiring is connected
LCD and green LED is
well.
flashing.
1. Check if AC wires are too
Mains exist but the
thin and/or too long.
unit works in
Insufficient quality of AC power. 2. Check if generator (if
battery mode. Green LED is flashing.
(Shore or Generator) applied) is working well or if
input voltage range setting is
correct. (UPSAppliance)
Set “SUB priority” as the priority of Change output source priority
Green LED is flashing.
output source. to “USB priority”.
When the unit is
turned on, internal LCD display and LEDs Check if battery wires are
Battery is disconnected.
relay is switched on are flashing connected well.
and off repeatedly.
Reduce the connected load by
Overload error. The inverter is
switching off some
overload 110% and time is up.
equipment.
If PV input voltage is higher than
Fault code 07 specification, the output power will
Reduce the number of PV
be derated. At this time, if
modules in series or the
connected loads are higher than
connected load.
derated output power, it will cause
overload.
Check if wiring is connected
Output short circuited. well and remove abnormal
Fault code 05 load.
Temperature of internal converter Check whether the air flow of
component is over 120°C. the unit is blocked or whether
Internal temperature of inverter the ambient temperature is
Fault code 02
component is over 100°C. too high.
Buzzer beeps
continuously and Battery is over-charged. Return to repair center.
red LED is on. Fault code 03 Check if spec and quantity of
The battery voltage is too high. batteries are meet
requirements.
Fault code 01 Fan fault Replace the fan.
Output abnormal (Inverter voltage 1. Reduce the connected
Fault code 06/58 below than 190Vac or is higher load.
than 260Vac) 2. Return to repair center
Fault code
Internal components failed. Return to repair center.
08/09/53/57
Fault code 51 Over current or surge.
Restart the unit, if the error
Fault code 52 Bus voltage is too low. happens again, please return
to repair center.
Fault code 55 Output voltage is unbalanced.
PV input voltage is beyond the Reduce the number of PV
Fault code 59
specification. modules in series.
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Appendix: Approximate Back-up Time Table
Model Load (VA) Backup Time @ 24Vdc 100Ah (min) Backup Time @ 24Vdc 200Ah (min)
300 449 1100
600 222 525
900 124 303
1200 95 227
1500 68 164
3.2KW
1800 56 126
2100 48 108
2400 35 94
2700 31 74
3000 28 67
3200 25 61
Note: Backup time depends on the quality of the battery, age of battery and type of battery.
Specifications of batteries may vary depending on different manufacturers.
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