PCL

SERIES
2000W/3000W
Pure Sine Wave Inverter & Charger
Version 3.0
 CONTENTS

General Information 04
Product Overview 05
Identification of Parts 05
Dimensions 07
Included Components 07
Installation 09
Location Recommendations 09
Sizing A Battery Bank 10
Grounding 10
DC WIRING 11
AC WIRING 12
Automatic Neutral-to-Ground Bond Switching 13
Automatic Transfer Relay 15
Auto Generator Start 15
Operation 16
Fan Operation 16
Main Menu 16
05 Setup Battery Type 20
05 Custom Battery Type /User Mode 21
Display Panel 22
LCD Display Icons and Behaviors 23
Programmable Features 26
01 Utility Priority and Battery Priority 26
03 AC Input Voltage Range 27
04 Power Saving Mode 28
07 Auto Restart Temperature Fault 28
09 Output Frequency 28
11 Maximum Utility Charging 29
12 Low Battery Voltage Setpoint 29
13 Over-Voltage Battery Recovery 29
18 Alarm Control / Behavior 29
19 Screen Mode 30
20 LCD Screen Mode 30
22 Normal Mode Sound 30
25 Record Fault Code 31
26 Boost Charging 31
27 Float Charging 31
29 Low DC Cut-off Voltage 31
93 Input Frequency Range 32
94 Selection of Battery Type Custom 32
95 Battery High Voltage for Dry Contacts 32
96 Low Voltage Trip for Dry Contacts 33
97 Dry Contact Control 33
98 Low Battery Voltage Alarm 34
99 AC output Voltage 34
Battery Charging Stages 35
Fault / Warning Codes 36
Technical Specifications 37

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 Important Safety Instructions
Please save these instructions.

This manual contains important safety, installation, and operating instructions for the invert-
er. The following symbols are used throughout the manual:

WARNING Indicates a potentially dangerous condition. Use extreme caution

when performing this task.

CAUTION Indicates a critical procedure for safe and proper operation of the inverter.

NOTE Indicates a procedure or function that is important to the safe and

proper operation of the inverter.

General Safety Information

Installation and wiring must comply with the Local and National Electric Codes (NEC)
and must be done by a certified technician.
Read all of the instructions and cautions in the manual before beginning the installation.
There are no serviceable parts for this inverter. Do NOT disassemble or attempt to repair
the inverter.
Make sure all connections going into and from the inverter are tight. There may be
sparks when making connections, therefore, make sure there are not flammable materi-
als or gases near installation.

Inverter Safety
The inverters are suitable for 12V Battery Banks ONLY.
ALWAYS make sure inverter is in OFF position and disconnect all AC and DC connect-
ing when working on any circuit associated with the inverter.
NEVER connect the AC output of the unit directly to an Electrical Breaker Panel/ Load
Centre which is also fed from the utility power / generator.
When connecting battery terminals, ensure the polarity of the battery connections is
correct. Incorrect polarity may cause permanent damage to the unit.
Be careful when touching bare terminals of capacitors as they may retain high lethal
voltages even after power is removed.

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 Battery Safety
Do NOT let the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals of the battery touch each other.
Use sealed Lead-Acid, Flooded, Gel, AGM, Lithium or Calcium batteries which must be deep cycle.
Explosive battery gases may be present while charging. Be certain there is enough
ventilation to release the gases.
Be careful when working with large lead acid batteries. Wear eye protection and have
fresh water available in case there is contact with the battery acid.

Over-charging and excessive gas precipitation may damage the battery plates and
activate material shedding on them. Too high of an equalizing charge or too long of one
may cause damage. Please carefully review the specific requirements of the battery
used in the system.

Installation Safety
The unit should be installed in a well-ventilated, cool, and dry environment. Make
sure the fans of the unit and the ventilation holes are not blocked.
Do not expose the unit to rain, moisture, snow, or liquids of any type.

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 General Information
The Renogy PCL series inverter-chargers combine an inverter and battery charger with an
automatic transfer switch into one complete system. Featuring a 3-stage battery charging
mode when connected to utility AC power, the PCL series inverter-charger can meet power-
ful demand needs as well as charge your battery bank. As a power supply, it is capable of
producing cleaner, smoother, and more reliable electricity for a user's electronic needs.
Take full advantage of the multiple features.

Key Features
Robust and sleek design
LCD and LED display used to view inverter status and programming features
Offers high quality waveform with little harmonic distortion
4-Stage battery charger with configurable charging current
8 Pre-Set battery voltages including Lithium; User-defined option available
Automatic generator start option
Peak efficiency >90%
Multiple electronic protections

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 Product Overview

Identification of Parts

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2

1 5

Top view

1. AC Input Cable Entry

2. AC Output Cable Entry
3. Wired Remote Control
Cable Entry
4. LCD Panel and Buttons
5. Mounting Holes

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 6

Left View (Covered)

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9 12
8 11

14 13

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18 16

7 17

Left View (Uncovered)

6. Main ON/OFF Switch: This is a simple 10. Rj45 Port for Future Development
ON/OFF switch to be able to control the
inverter with the plate in place. The 11. AC Output Terminal Block
wiring is connected to the Terminal Block 12. AC Input Terminal Block
on the inside of the plate seen in 13.
13. Main Power Switch Terminal Block
7. DC Negative Battery Terminal 14. Dry Contact Relay Port: NC, C, NO ports
for connecting generators and making
8. Battery Temperature Sensor Port: use of the Auto-Gen Start feature.
Non-polarity sensitive port that connects
the included temperature sensor to the 15. Inverter Output Protection Circuit Breaker
PCL unit.
16. Inverter Input Protection Circuit Breaker
9. RJ11 Port: Port for connecting Wired 17. DC Positive Battery Terminal
Remote Control
18. Fans that dissipate heat

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 Dimensions

Note: Dimensions are in millimeter[inches]

Included Components

Battery Temperature Sensor (BTS)

Renogy inverter chargers come equipped with a 9.9 ft / 3 meter battery temperature sensor
that will help prolong the battery life. The battery sensor allows the inverter charger to
continuously adjust the charging voltage based on the battery temperature. The inverter
charger will compensate charging with a factor of 5mV/C◦ per degree after 77F°/25C°,
within -40C°/F° ~ 176F°/80C°.The sensor should be installed on all battery banks except for
lithium. Simply connect the wire into the terminal block (it is not polarity sensitive), if it is not
connected already. The terminal block may need to be tightened onto the respective BTS
port. Then place the sensor near the battery bank for automatic temperature compensation.

NOTE

Connect the temperature sensor for all batteries except Lithium for best charging accuracy

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Wired Remote Control
The wire remoted control for the inverter chargers gives users the opportunity to power
on/off the inverter from a distance. Giving you approximately 16.4ft of distance, simply
connect the cable to the RJ11 port on the PCL unit. Make sure both the PCL inverter model
and the wired remote are both in the off position. The you will be able to turn on the inverter
charger via remote power switch.

NOTE

Make sure the PCL is in the off position in order to use the wired remote control correctly.

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 Installation

WARNING Make sure inverter is in the off position before connecting anything.

CAUTION Do not over-torque or over tighten the terminals. This could potentially
damage the unit.

CAUTION Refer to the technical specifications for max wire sizes on the controller
and for the maximum amperage going through wires.

Location Recommendations
WARNING Never install the inverter in a sealed enclosure with flooded batteries. Gas can
accumulate and there is a risk of explosion.

Ensure installation follows the following guidelines:

1. Cool, dry, well-ventilated area — Heat is the worst enemy for electronic equipment.
Inverters must be in an area where the fans are not blocked or where they are not hit
directly by the sun. They should be in an area free of any kind of moisture and allow for
clearance of at least 10” around the unit to provide for adequate ventilation.
2. Protection against fire hazard — the unit should be away from any flammable
material, liquids, or any other combustible material. The unit can spark and the
consequences could be severe.
3. Close proximity to battery bank—prevent excessive voltage drop by keeping the unit
close to the battery bank and having a properly sized wire going from the battery bank
to the inverter.
4. WARNING Do not install the inverter in the same compartment as the battery bank
because it could serve as a potential fire hazard.
5. Limiting electromagnetic interference (EMI) — ensure the inverter is firmly grounded
to a building, vehicle, or earth grounded. Keep the inverter away from EMI receptors
such as TVs, radios, and other audio/visual electronics to prevent damage/interference
to the equipment.
6. Secure inverter—the inverter could be stand alone or mounted using the outlying
terminals on the inverter.

WARNING The inverter should never be mounted vertically on a vertical surface since it would
present a hazard for the fan opening which is crucial for cooling the inverter.

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 Sizing a Battery Bank
Determine the amount of Watts (Amps * Volts) for the load, and how long the load
needs to operate—each electrical appliance has technical specificationsindicating the
watts, or the volts and amps required for operation.
Estimate load run-time—Battery size depends on load watts and run-time. Most loads
are not constant, so estimation is very important.
Utilize the formula Watts = Volts * Amps
Determine Amps used for how many hours – Amp-hour (Ah)

For this Renogy inverter, the battery bank will be 12 volts direct current (12 VDC)

Example

A Microwave oven 700 Watts to run microwave oven using the batteries as
= 700 Watts if it was a 12VDC microwave requires 58 Amps
12V battery bank 700 Watts / 12 Volts = 58 Amps

Now that amps have been determined, the amp-hours

need to be determined. The microwave will be used for
Load Operation = 3 hours
approximately 3 hours a day.
58 Amps * 3 hours = 174 Ah

At least a 174 Ah battery must be selected in order to use the 700-Watt microwave at 3
hours a day. However, determining a battery size is also dependent on the battery that
is able to handle repeated discharge/charge cycles.

NOTE This is just an example. Actual quantities vary by battery capacity and rates of
discharge.

NOTE To power the microwave in the example, the user may need to us an inverter that is
1400W or more depending on surge and power factor..

Grounding
Grounding for the PCL Inverter-chargers could be to a metal frame of an RV. The connec-
tions to ground must be tight and against bare metal. Whether using the inverter in a mobile
application, such as an RV or in a building, grounding is highly recommended. The recom-
mended wire size for grounding is 8 AWG copper wire. For more information regarding
grounding, users and/or installers must consult with the Local and National Electric Codes
(NEC) for more specific grounding regulations and suggestions as they can change per
scenario.

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 DC WIRING

WARNING The Renogy Pure Sine Wave Inverters are suitable for 12V battery bank systems ONLY.
Not following the minimum DC requirement will cause irreversible damage to the unit.

CAUTION Be careful of the positive and negative poles. Reversing the poles might cause
permanent damage to the inverter. It will surely blow the internal fuse.

NOTE Damage to the Renogy inverters due to reverse polarity is NOT covered by warranty.

NOTE The input terminals of the inverters have large capacitors connected to them. Once
a positive and negative wire are connected to the terminals, it will complete the
circuit, and commence drawing a heavy current momentarily. As a result, there may
be a sparking occurring even if the inverter is in the off position. To minimize
sparking, it is recommended that the user have the appropriate size wire feeding into
the inverters and/or install an external fuse leading into the inverter.

WARNING Ensure all sources of DC power (i.e., batteries, solar, etc.) and AC power (utility
power or AC generator) are de-energized (i.e., breakers opened, fuses removed)
before proceeding—to prevent accidental shock.

To Access the main panel, unscrew the terminals on the outside of the side panel.

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1. Flip inverter power to the “OFF’ position
2. Unscrew the screw terminals along the edge of the side plate
3. Gently remove DC Side plate to expose DC Terminals
4. Connect the positive and negative DC Cables to their respective terminals and run them
through the side panel

NOTE The Terminals must clean to reduce the resistance in the cable connection. A
buildup of dirt or oxidation may eventually lead to the cable terminal overheating
during periods of high current draw

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 When installing DC cables, the following are recommendations:

1. Battery positive and negative cables should be as close to the battery as possible to
minimize voltage loss and other possible effects.

2. Tie, tape, or twist cables together to reduce self-inductance.

3. Install all overcurrent devices on the positive cable.

Model Recommended Fusing Recommended Wire Sizing

2000W 200A 2/0
3000W 300A 4/0

AC WIRING

CAUTION Avoid switching on the inverter with the load (electronic devices) already switched
on. This may trigger an overload since some electronic devices have an initial high
power surge to start.

CAUTION When switching off the inverter, turn off the electronic devices first. Although the
inverter is off, the capacitors will still have a charge, so the DC and AC terminals must
be disconnected if altering the circuitry.

WARNING Ensure all sources of DC power (i.e., batteries, solar, etc) andAC power (utility power
or AC generator) are de-energized (i.e., breakers opened, fuses removed) before
proceeding—to prevent accidental shock

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1.Remove the AC Terminal block

2.Make note of the AC output terminals from left to right (Ground, Live, Neutral) and the AC
Input terminals from left to right (Neutral, Live, Ground).

L N N L
OUTPUT INPUT

AC OUTPUT AC Input

WARNING The AC input must never be connected to the AC output as irreversible overload or
damage may result

WARNING AC Output should NEVER be connected to public power or a generator

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 Auto Generator Start
NOTE To use this to function, an auto start controller must be installed on the generator.

NOTE
there are three contacts; left to right: Normally Closed (NC) Common (COM), Normal-
ly Open (NO).

WARNING Do not store units with auto gen start feature enabled. Generators exhaust danger-
ous fumes when running.

The PCL inverter charger series have functions to automatically start and stop a generator for
supplementing charge. The Auto Generator feature starts the Generator with the use of
Normally Closed (NC) contacts of the relay that “opens” when the battery voltage drops to the
programmed value of Program 96, Low Battery Voltage Set-point. The Normally Open (NO)
relay “closes”, and the auto generator start commences the generator to start charging the
battery bank. When the battery is recharged and its voltage rises to the programmed value of
Program 95, High Battery Voltage Set-point The NC (closes) contacts and NO (open) contacts
of relay reset and the Generator will stop / shut down the Generator automatically. The PCL unit
will then transfer back to “Inverting Mode”.

NOTE While the generator is connected, the unit now operates in “Charging Mode” with the
AC power from the Generator charging the batteries as well as providing power to the
AC loads.

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 Operation

Upon successful connection of a 12V deep cycle battery bank, flip the inverter power to the ON
position.

NOTE
Upon successful connection of a 12V deep cycle battery bank, flip the inverter power
to the ON position.
NOTE The unit may also be powered on by the wired remote control.

Function Keys
Exit setting mode, go back to main menu
Cycle through the menu
Cycle through the menu
1. Hold down to enter Parameter setting menu.
2. Tap to change/confirm setting in parameter setting menu

FAN Operation
NOTE By default, when first powering the unit the fans and alarm will run for approximately
1 minute as part of the start-up routine. Other fan ON/OFF operation parameters are
listed below:

Condition Turn on Condition Turn off Condition

Inverter Charger Uptime Uptime ≤ 1 minute Uptime > 1 minute
Inverter Mode Load Percentage Load ≥ 35% Load < 35%
Charging Current Current ≥ 10A Current < 6A
Inverter Heat Sink Temperature Temperature ≥50 Temperature < 45

Main Menu
Use the up and down arrows to cycle through the menu. The following is what is displayed:

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 INPUT OUTPUT
AC V V

100%

25%

Input Volts AC / Output Volts AC

BATT OUTPUT
V VA

100%

25%

Battery Volts DC / Load Volts AC

BATT OUTPUT
W
V

100%

25%

Battery Volts DC / Output Watts

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 BATT OUTPUT
V
%

100%

25%

Battery Volts DC / Output Load %

BATT OUTPUT
V
Hz

100%

25%

Battery Volts DC / Output Frequency

INPUT OUTPUT
AC V
Hz

100%

25%

Input Frequency / Output Volts AC

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 INPUT
AC V A

100%

25%

Input Volts AC / Input Amps

TEMP OUTPUT
V
C
O

100%

25%

Inverter Temperature Celsius / Output Volts AC

100%

25%

Inverter Version Number

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 05 Setup Battery Type
The PCL inverter charger series is fully programmable. The minimum programming needed to
get started would be to set the battery type. Press and hold the parameter setting key to enter
parameter setting mode. Use the arrow keys to go to Program 05. Use the following table to set
the appropriate battery type based on the boost voltage and float voltage that has been preset.

NOTE The PCL series is only compatible with 12V battery banks.

Program Parameter Boost Float

Description
Number Setting Voltage Voltage
Type of battery
Gel 1
14.0 13.7

A.G.M.1
14.1 13.4

A.G.M.2
14.6 13.7

Sealed Lead Acid

14.4 13.6

For Charging to be Gel 2

accurate, Temperature
Sensor must be connected. 14.4 13.8

Open Lead Acid / Flooded

14.8 13.8

Calcium
15.1 13.6

De-sulphation
15.5 for 4 hrs

Li When battery voltage reaches 14.7V

charging will stop. When battery voltage
drops below 12.5V charging will resume.

NOTE Lithium charging is preset to 14.7V charging. When charging the battery and it
reaches the 14.7V setpoint it will stop charging the battery. Upon normal use, when
the voltage of the battery drops down to 12.4 and below, charging will resume.

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 05 Custom Battery Type /User Mode
If the preset battery options are not compatible with your system, you will need to custom the
charging by following the next steps.
1. Set the battery type to b-0. By default this unit is preset to boost at 14.3V and Float at
13.7V.
Program Parameter
Description
Number Setting

User-defined
( default fast V 14.3，
Floating V 13.7) If User-Defined is selected ,user can set the
For Charging to be battery type in program94
accurate, Temperature
Sensor must be connected.

2.Go to Program 94 to determine whether the custom battery is a Lithium or non-lithium

battery, Refer to the chart below:
Program Parameter
Description
Number Setting
Lithium battery
If selected, battery charge voltage and
battery low open charging can be set up in
program 26,27
94 Selection of battery type
Other battery
If selected ,battery charge voltage can be set
up in program 26,27

3.If choosing a custom lithium battery, make sure the previous Program 94 is at ALb.
Otherwise if programming a non-lithium battery skip to Step 4.

a.After setting Program 94, go to Program 26 to select the maximum charging voltage for your
custom lithium battery. Please Note when the voltage set point is reached, the custom lithium
battery will stop charging

Program Parameter
Description
Number Setting

Maximum charging voltage If User-defined is selected in program 94,this program can be set
for Lithium battery. When the maximum charging voltage.Setting range is from 13.0V-15.5V
the voltage reaches the set
26 voltage, charging will stop.
BATT
V

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b.Once finished, go to Program 27 to set the battery low voltage recovery charge. This will be
the voltage that the battery discharges to before the inverter-charger charges the battery to the
predetermined maximum charging voltage

Program Parameter
Description
Number Setting
Battery low voltage open If User-defined is selected in program 94,this program can be set
charging(for lithium battery) up.Setting range is from 12.0V to 14.0V for 12V
27 BATT
V

4.If choosing a custom non-lithium battery (i.e.. Deep cycle), make sure Program 94 is
set to 0tP

a.After setting Program 94, go to Program 26 to select the boost charging voltage for your
custom non- lithium battery.
Program Parameter
Description
Number Setting
Bulk charging voltage(C.V If User-defined is selected in program94,this program can be set
voltage) up.Setting range is from 13.0V to 15.0V
26 BATT
V

b.Once finished, go to Program 27 to set the battery float charge.

Program Parameter
Description
Number Setting

Floating charging voltage If User-defined is selected in program 94,this program can

be set up.Setting range is from 13.0V to 15.0V for 12V
27 BATT
V

Display Panel

The operation and display

panel,shown in chart below.is on LED display
the front panel of the inverter.It
includes three indicators,four
function keys and an LCD LED indicators
display,indicating status and
function keys
input/output power information.

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 LED Indicator Parameter
Solid Output is powered by an AC source in line
AC/INV Green
Flashing Output is powered by battery or in invert mode
Solid Battery is fully charged
CHG Green
Flashing Battery is charging
Solid Fault occurred
FAULT Red
Flashing Warning conditions has occurred

Function Keys

Exit setting mode, go back

Cycle through the menu
Cycle through the menu
1. Hold down to enter Parameter setting menu.
2. Press to confirm setting in parameter setting

LCD Display Icons and Behaviors

INPUTBATT OUTPUTBATTLOAD
KW KW
AC VA ERROR VA
%C %
Hz Hz
BYPASS

OVER LOAD

100%

25%
CHARGING

NOTE some PCL inverter-chargers will differ in the LCD display on erroneous icons that do
not influence or modify the working mode of the inverter-charger.

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 AC

INPUTBATT
KW
VA
%C
Hz

ERROR

ERROR

OUTPUTBATTLOAD
KW
VA
%
Hz

CHARGING

<12.0V
12.0.V-12.5V

12.5V-13.0V

>13.0V

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 <10.3V

10.3V 10.8V

10.8V~11.3V

>11.3V

<10.9V

10.9V 11.4V

10.9V~11.9V

>11.9V

<11.2V

11.2V 11.7V

11.7V~12.2V

>12.2V

OVER LOAD

Indicates the load level by 0-24%, 25-49%, 50-74% and 75-100%.

100%
0%-24% 25%-49% 50%-74% 75%-100%

25%

Indicates unit is connected to shore power

BYPASS

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 Programmable Features

The PCL inverter charger series is fully programmable. You may change the respective param-
eter by going to the Program Number listed below

Function Keys

Exit setting mode, go back to main menu

Cycle through the menu
Cycle through the menu
1. Hold down to enter Parameter setting menu.
2. Tap to change/confirm setting in parameter setting menu

NOTE When setting Frequency, Output Voltage, The Charge Current, and AC input voltage
range, you must shut down the inverter charger completely for the changes to take effect

Setting Programs:
Program Description Selectable option

00

01 Utility Priority and Battery Priority

Utility Priority
The default setting is Utility Priority (Ut1). Under this setting, once the inverter charger is
connected to the utility, it will power the loads using the electricity from shore supply.
The inverter charger will start charging the battery bank using the AC source, if necessary.
In case of power outage, the system automatically switches to battery-powered mode.

Battery Priority
The second setting is Battery Priority (SbU). Under this setting the inverter charger will
provide power using the connected battery bank even when it detects an AC source.
When the battery voltage reaches the low voltage set-point in Program 12, the inverter
charger will power the loads using the connected AC source but will not charge the battery
bank.

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 The following steps need to be taken to properly set the inverter charger to Battery Priority (SbU)

1. Press and hold the Enter key to enter the setting screen.
2. Press the down arrow key until setting 01 is shown.
3. Press and hold the Enter key until the setting starts flashing, press the up or down arrow
key to select SbU. Press and hold the Enter key to save the setting.
4. Disconnect the inverter charger from the AC source/shore power.
5. Turn off the inverter charger, wait 10 seconds then turn it back on.

Taking these steps will set the inverter charger to Battery Priority (SbU)

Utility will provide power to the loads as first

Utility first (default)
priority. Battery will provide power to the
loads only when utility power is not
available.
Output source priority:To
01 configure load powersource
priority Battery provides power to theloads as first
Battery priority priority.Utility provides power to the loads
onlywhen battery voltage drops to
eitherlow-level warning voltage or thesetting
point in program 12.

03 AC Input Voltage Range

By default, the PCL inverters are set to a narrow input voltage range for which the inverter
charger will work in Utility mode and then switch to backup mode. It is recommended to keep in
this mode if connecting sensitive electronic appliances like computers, TVs etc. as narrow
mode reduces the switch over time from external power source to batteries backup.

Selecting a wide input voltage range is recommended when you need power and might be
running a generator as they tend to have wider tolerance for a disturbed waveform or are having
issues with the stability of the main utility line. This will have a wider range to prevent switching
to backup battery mode if utility power is within the wider range.

Wide
Utility effective range:Nominal output
voltage: -23%to+15%

03 Input voltage range

Narrow(default)
Utility effective rangeNominal output
voltage:-15%to+15%:

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 04 Power Saving Mode
Power saver function is designed to conserve battery power when AC power is not or rarely
required by the loads. In this mode, the inverter pulses the AC output looking for an AC load
(i.e., electrical appliance). Whenever an AC load (greater than 50 watts) is turned on, the
inverter recognizes the need for power and automatically starts inverting and output goes to full
voltage. When there is no load (or less than 50 watts) detected, the inverter automatically goes
back into search mode to minimize energy consumption from the battery bank. In “Power saver
on” mode, the inverter will draw power mainly in sensing moments, thus the idle consumption
is significantly reduced.

If disabled, inverter output will be

available at all times.

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If enabled, output of the inverter
will be off until a load greater than
50 watts is detected.

09 Output Frequency
The factory default frequency for inverters is 60Hz. Normally, manufacturers build electrical
devices for a certain amount of Current, Voltage and Hertz (Cycles) which is mentioned on the
name plate. The Current is dependent of the Voltage and the Hertz supplied to an electric motor
or appliance.

60Hz (default)
09

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 11 Maximum Utility Charging
The PCL inverter chargers can operate like battery chargers converting incoming AC power into
DC recharging power. The 2000W has a 65A max while the 3000W has a 75A max adjustable
battery charging.

The default is the maximum value (65A-2KW,

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75A-3KW), with a 5A minimum.

12 Low Battery Voltage Setpoint

The purpose of this setpoint is to protect the batteries from being over discharged. It assumes
that Battery Priority is set on Program 01. If utility power is not available, the designated setpoint
will cut of all working loads. Upon Utility power being detected, the Utility power/Generator will
then power the loads.

The default is low battery voltage alarm set

Low battery voltage
BATT point. The range is from 10.5V to 12.5V.if the
12 V voltage set by user is below default point ,the
inverter transfer to Utility
default is low battery voltage alarm point.
Increment of each click is 0.1V for 12V

13 Over-Voltage Battery Recovery

This setpoint indicates the recovery voltage to normal operation when a battery has been
over-charged or is over the voltage limit. The inverter charger will be in a fault state if the battery
voltage is above this designated setpoint and resume normal battery operation when reaching
this set point.

Over-voltage battery recovery can be set

Over-voltage battery BATT between 13.0V to 15.5V. otherwise it is
13 V
recovery output of bypass setting range is from
13.0Vto 15.5Vfor 12V,if the voltage set by
user Increment of each click is 0.1V for 12V

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 18 Key sound control
It is used to control the sound of the key. When the key is on, it can make a sound by pressing
the key. When it is off, there is no sound by pressing the key.

on off
Beeps while function keys
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are pressed

19 Screen Mode
By default, after 1 minute of inactivity, the inverter charger will return to the first screen that is
seen when first powering on the unit. Users can change this mode to continue viewing the last
screen they left on before inactivity.

If selected display screen will

return to default screen (Input
voltage/ Output voltage) after 1
minute of inactivity.
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Display screen will stay on current

screen until user changes it.

20 LCD Screen Mode

The LCD display on the inverter chargers will stay on by default. Users may toggle this switch
to have the screen turn off after inactivity.
LCD screen will stay
LCD screen will turn of after inactivity.
on indefinitely.(default)
20 LCD Screen Control

22 The mains switches to inverter sound

When the switch is on and the inverter's main input AC power is disconnected, the inverter will
sound an alarm. When the switch is off, no more alarms are raised.

on off
Beeps while primary
22
source is interrupted

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 25 Record Fault Code
The PCL inverter will demonstrate the fault code.

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26 Boost Charging
Refer to Program 5 for modifying this setting.
NOTE This setting will not be modifiable if users choose a pre-set battery voltage.

Bulk charging voltage(C.V If User-defined is selected in program94,this program can

voltage) be set up. Setting range is from program 94
BATT
V

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Maximum charging voltage If User-defined is selected in program 94,this program
for Lithium battery. When can be set the maximum charging voltage. Setting
the voltage reaches the set range is from 13.0V-15.5V
voltage, charging will stop. BATT
V

27 Float Charging
Refer to Program 5 for modifying this setting.
NOTE This setting will not be modifiable if users choose a pre-set battery voltage.

Floating charging voltage If User-defined is selected in program 94,this program can

be set up.Setting range is from 13.0V to 15.0V for 12V
BATT
V

27
Battery low voltage open If User-defined is selected in program 94,this program can
charging(for lithium battery) be set up.Setting range is from 12.0V to 14.0V for 12V
BATT
V

29 Low DC Cut-off Voltage

This program determines the cut-off voltage range for the PCL inverter charger battery input.
Upon reaching this voltage, the PCL inverter will cut off operation until the battery can go above
this voltage level.
NOTE This value must be lower than Program 98: Low Battery Voltage Warning

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 The default setting is 10.0V. Setting range is from 10.0V
to 12.0V with increments of 0.1V. This setting must be at
least 0.5V lower than setting #98 Low Battery Alarm.
29
BATT
V

92 AC Input Voltage Range

AC230V output inverter to have this function
Item 92 takes effect only when the user selects "UPS" in item 03. 03 project has two options, is
to select the width of the input voltage range, mainly the input voltage lower limit is different. In
UPS mode, when the input range is narrow, the user can set the lower voltage limit by himself.
1V is the first gear.
In the AC230V output inverter will have 92 items, AC120V output inverter does not have this
function

93 Input Frequency Range

The factory default frequency for inverters is 60Hz. Normally, manufacturers build electrical
devices for a certain amount of Current, Voltage and Hertz (Cycles) which is mentioned on the
name plate. The Current is dependent of the Voltage and the Hertz supplied to an electric motor
or appliance. This program allows you to set the frequency range of the AC input source.
Special cases might require a wider frequency range than normal Utility and Generator outputs.

Special 40-70HZ

93 Frequency Range
General 50HZ 45-55HZ
/ 60HZ 55-65HZ

94 Selection of Battery Type Custom

Refer to Program 5 for modifying this setting.
NOTE This setting will not be modifiable if users choose a pre-set battery voltage.

Lithium battery
If selected, battery charge voltage
and battery low open charging
can be set up in program 26,27
94 Selection of battery type
Other battery
If selected ,battery charge voltage
can be set up in program 26,27

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 95 Battery High Voltage for Dry Contacts
The PCL inverter charger series have functions to automatically start and stop a generator for
supplementing charge. The Auto Generator feature starts the Generator with the use of
Normally Closed (NC) contacts of the relay that “opens” when the battery voltage drops to the
programmed value of Program 96, Low Battery Voltage Set-point. The Normally Open (NO)
relay “closes”, and the auto generator start commences the generator to start charging the
battery bank. When the battery is recharged and its voltage rises to the programmed value of
Program 95, High Battery Voltage Set-point The NC (closes) contacts and NO (open) contacts
of relay reset and the Generator will stop / shut down the Generator automatically. The PCL unit
will then transfer back to “Inverting Mode”.

When dry contact switch from NC to NO, battery voltage

arrive to setting voltage, dry contact point switch to NC.
This setting can not be than fast charge voltage.higher
setting range is from 13.0V to 15.5V for 12V Increment of
95
each click is 0.1V for 12V
BATT
V

96 Low Voltage Trip for Dry Contacts

The PCL inverter charger series have functions to automatically start and stop a generator for
supplementing charge. The Auto Generator feature starts the Generator with the use of
Normally Closed (NC) contacts of the relay that “opens” when the battery voltage drops to the
programmed value of Program 96, Low Battery Voltage Set-point. The Normally Open (NO)
relay “closes”, and the auto generator start commences the generator to start charging the
battery bank. When the battery is recharged and its voltage rises to the programmed value of
Program 95, High Battery Voltage Set-point The NC (closes) contacts and NO (open) contacts
of relay reset and the Generator will stop / shut down the Generator automatically. The PCL unit
will then transfer back to “Inverting Mode”.

When battery voltage arrive to Setting point, the dry

contact switch from NC to NO. This setting can not be
lower than low battery voltage cut off point. setting
range is from 10.5V to 12.5Vfor 12V
96
Increment of each click is 0.1V for 12V
BATT
V

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 97 Dry Contact Control
To modify battery set-points in Program 95 and Program 96, The dry contacts control needs to
be enabled. This allows control over the auto generator function.

If inverter is set in dcd, dry contact function is disable, ,96 can

not be set up in program.95

97 Dry contact control

If inverter is set in dce, dry contact function is enable
and 95,96 can be set up in program.

98 Low Battery Voltage Alarm

Users can select to have the PCL inverter-charger sound an alarm at a programmable battery
voltage. This will need to be a higher value than Program 29 Low DC Cut-off Voltage as it will
warn users that the battery is discharging before ultimately disconnecting.

The default is 10.5V. The setting range is 10.5V-12.5V

with increments of 0.1V. This setting will be at least
0.5V greater than setting #29
98 Low voltage battery alarm
BATT
V

99 AC output Voltage
Allows users to customize AC output voltages for devices that might need to meet a very specif-
ic AC powering criteria.

The default is 120V, can be set between 100V-120V

with increments of 5V
99 AC output voltage OUTPUT
V

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 Battery Charging Stages

Bulk Stage: The charger will supply constant current until the battery voltage reaches the
boost voltage. The software will calculate the time charging began up until the battery
voltage reaches 0.3V below the boost voltage. It uses this time to as T0 and T0×10 = T1.

Boost Stage: The charger will supply constant voltage and reduce the current slowly
through this stage. The charger will stay in this stage until T1 has run out. After this time the
charger will enter the float stage. This stage will last between 1 hour and 12 hours depend-
ing on T1.

NOTE the stage period is determined by internal software

Float Stage: During this stage the charger will supply a constant voltage which is
determined by the battery selected and will keep current at a minimum. This stage acts as a
trickle charger.

Equalization: This stage is only available if the battery selector is switched to position 8.
During this stage the batteries are charged at a higher voltage than normal and for most
batteries this could cause damage. Please refer to the batteries owner’s manual or contact
the manufacturer to see if this stage is needed.

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 Fault / Warning Codes

NOTE The following fault codes will have a caution symbol when experiencing the fault

Warning Code Warning Event Icon On

Battery over voltage

Battery low voltage

Inverter over temperature

Inverter overload

88 Transformer phase reversal

89 Frequency is out of range

NOTE The following will experience an error display as well as the fault code

02 Heat sink over temperature ERROR

Battery voltage is too high ERROR

Battery voltage is too low ERROR

Output short circuit ERROR

06 Output is too high or too low ERROR

Overload ERROR

99 Inverter fail to slow start ERROR

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