Magnum Energy ME Series Manuel du propriétaire

ME SeriesModifi ed Sine WaveInverter/ChargersOwner’s Manual

Page 4 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.IntroductionThe left side of the ME Series is equipped with the following features (see Figure 1-3):13Exhaust Air Ven

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 5Introduction1.2 How an Inverter/Charger WorksAn inverter takes direct current (DC) from your batteries and turns it in

Page 6 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.IntroductionInfo: For optimum performance, a minimum battery bank of 200 AH is recommended for moderate loads (<10

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 7Installation2.0 InstallationWARNING: Installations should be performed by qualifi ed personnel, such as a licensed or c

Page 8 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.InstallationBattery Bank120/240 VAC power to inverterONOFFONOFFONOFFONOFFONOFFONOFFONOFFONOFF240VAC120VAC120VACDC Ove

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 9Installation2.1.3 Locating the InverterOnly install the inverter in a location that meets the following requirements:Cl

Page 10 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.InstallationAccessible - Do not block access to the inverter’s remote control and accessory ports, as well as the in

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 11InstallationFigure 2-3, ME Series Dimensions and Side Reference12 5/8" (32.1 cm)12" (30.5 cm)4 7/8" (12

Page 12 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.Installation2.3 Wiring the Inverter - General RequirementsThis section describes the requirements and recommendatio

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 13Installation2.3.4 Torque RequirementsTorque all AC wiring connections to 16 in lbf (1.8 N-m). Torque DC cable connecti

© 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page iDisclaimer of LiabilityThe use of this manual and the conditions or methods of installation, operation, use, and maint

Page 14 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.InstallationDC System Grounding point[Electrode Conductor (i.e., chassis/frame)]ME SeriesInverter/Chargerfront viewB

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 15Installation2.4.1 DC Wire SizingIt is important to use the correct DC wire to achieve maximum effi ciency from the sys

Page 16 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.InstallationTable 2-2, DC Wire Size For Increased Distance (in free air)Inverter ModelMinimum Recommended DC Wire Si

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 17Installation2.4.4 Wiring the Battery BankWARNING: Lethal currents will be present if the positive and negative cables

Page 18 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.Installation2.4.6 Wiring the Inverter to the Battery BankCAUTION: The inverter is NOT reverse polarity protected. I

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 19Installation2.5 AC WiringThis section provides information on how to make the AC connections to the inverter using the

Page 20 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.InstallationAC Input/Output Strain Relief AC Input/Output Strain Relief Figure 2-8, ME Series Inverter/Charger - AC

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 21Installation2.5.3 Recommended GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interruption) BreakersSome electrical safety codes require t

Page 22 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.Installation2.5.5 AC Conductor Wiring (ME2012, ME2512, and ME3112 models)The following steps are basic guidelines f

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 23Installation2.5.6 AC Wiring Confi guration (ME2012, ME2512, and ME3112 models)The following table provides the differe

Page ii© 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSThis manual contains important safety instructions that must be followed during the inst

Page 24 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.InstallationMain Panel(Shore Power/Generator Input)ME Series InverterAC Terminal Block(AC input and output wiring)SI

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 25InstallationMain Panel(Shore Power/Generator Input)ME Series InverterAC Terminal Block(AC input and output wiring)SING

Page 26 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.InstallationMain Panel(Shore Power/Generator Input)ME2012-15B or ME2012-20B InverterAC Terminal Block(AC input and o

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 27InstallationSub-Panel and Outlets(Inverter Loads)120VAC120VACMain Panel(Shore Power/Generator Input)AC Terminal Block(

Page 28 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.Installation240VAC onlyin standbyMain Panel(Shore Power/Generator Input)ME Series InverterAC Terminal Block(AC input

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 29Installation2.5.7 AC Conductor Wiring (ME2000 models)The ME2000 is a new model in the ME Series family. It offers a c

Page 30 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.Installation2.5.8 AC Wiring Confi guration (ME2000 models)The following table provides the different wiring confi gur

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 31InstallationFigure 2-16, AC Wiring for Single In - Single Out (ME2000 models) Confi gurationsMain Panel(Shore Power/Gen

Page 32 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.InstallationMain Panel(Shore Power/Generator Input)ME2000-15B/-20B InvertersAC Terminal Block(AC input and output wi

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 33Installation2.6 Grounding InvertersThe inverter/charger should always be connected to a permanent, grounded wiring sys

© 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page iiiIMPORTANT BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSBe very careful when working around batteries, they can produce extremely high

Page 34 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.Installation2.6.2 Grounding on BoatsWhen installing the ME Series inverter/charger on a boat, there are several con

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 35Installation2.6.3 Neutral to Safety Ground BondingThe recommended standards for safely wiring mobile and marine insta

Page 36 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.Installation2.6.4 Connecting a Large Ground WireMarine installations require the ground wire to be the same size or

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 37Installation2.8 Final InspectionVerify all cable runs are secured with wire ties or other non-conductive fasteners to

Page 38 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.Installation8. Even though the light bulb is on, the inverter is currently disabled (off). Press and release the ON

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 39Operation3.0 OperationThe ME Series inverter has two normal operating routines; Inverter Mode, which powers your loads

Page 40 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.Operation3.2 Standby ModeThe ME Series features an automatic transfer relay and an internal battery charger when ope

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 41OperationThe Charge Mode provides up to four separate charging stages: Bulk Charging, Absorb Charging, Float Charging,

Page 42 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.Operation3.4 Transfer TimeWhile in Standby Mode, the AC input is continually monitored. Whenever AC power falls belo

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 43Operation3.6 Protection Circuitry OperationThe inverter is protected against fault conditions, and in normal usage it

Page iv© 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.Table of Contents1.0 Introduction ...1

Page 44 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.Operation3.7 Inverter StartupON/OFF Switch - The inverter can be turned on and off by lightly pressing and releasing

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 45Operation3.8 Factory Default ValuesYour ME Series inverter/charger uses default values for the adjustable settings (s

Page 46 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.Maintenance and Troubleshooting4.0 Maintenance and TroubleshootingThe following information is provided to help you

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 47Maintenance and Troubleshooting4.3 TroubleshootingThe ME Series inverter/charger is a fairly simple device to troubles

Page 48 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.Maintenance and Troubleshooting1. Press and hold the Power ON/OFF pushbutton.2. Watch the Charging/Inverting Status

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 49Appendix A - Specifi cationsAppendix A - Specifi cations and Optional EquipmentA-1 Inverter/Charger Specifi cationsME2000

Page 50 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.Appendix A - Specifi cationsA-2 Optional Equipment and AccessoriesThe following Magnum Energy components are availabl

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 51Appendix B - Battery InformationAppendix B - Battery InformationB-1 Battery LocationPeriodic maintenance (e.g., checki

Page 52 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.Appendix B - Battery InformationB-5 Battery Bank Sizing WorksheetComplete the steps below to determine the battery

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 53Appendix B - Battery InformationB-6 Battery Wiring Confi gurationsThe battery bank must be wired to match the inverter

© 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page vList of FiguresFigure 1-1, Power Switch, Status LED, and Accessory Connection Ports ...

Page 54 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.Appendix B - Battery InformationFigure B-4, Battery Bank Wiring Examples (12-volt)12 VDCbattery(100 AH)12 VDCbattery

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 55Appendix C - Warranty & ServiceLimited WarrantyMagnum Energy, Inc., warrants this ME Series inverter/charger to be

Magnum Energy, Inc.2211 West Casino Rd.Everett, WA 98204Phone: 425-353-8833Fax: 425-353-8390 Web: www.magnumenergy.comME Series Owner’s Manual (PN: 64

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 1Introduction1.0 IntroductionCongratulations on your purchase of the ME Series inverter/charger from Magnum Energy. The

Page 2 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.Introduction1.1 Features and Benefi tsThe ME Series inverter/charger is designed to allow easy access to wiring, circu

© 2010 Magnum Energy, IncPage 3IntroductionFigure 1-1, Power Switch, Status LED, and Accessory Connection PortsFigure 1-2, Electrical Connection Point