Tripp Lite Marine Battery PV1800GFCI User Manual

Owner’s Manual  
®
PowerVerter  
PV1800GFCI & PV3000GFCI  
DC-to-AC Inverters  
Input  
Output  
12 VDC  
120V, 60 Hz. AC  
Introduction  
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Safety  
Feature Identification  
Operation  
Application Guide  
Mounting  
Battery Connection  
Troubleshooting/Service/Maintenance/Warranty  
Warranty Registration  
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Feature Identification  
Identify the premium features on your specific model and quickly locate instructions on how to maximize their use.  
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Operating Mode Switch: controls Inverter operation. Set this  
3-position rocker switch to “ON” to have your Inverter provide  
connected equipment with AC power by converting DC power from  
an attached battery. Set switch to “OFF” when not using connected  
equipment to prevent battery drain. Set switch to “REMOTE” to  
remotely monitor and control the Inverter with the use of an optional  
remote module.  
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Resettable Circuit Breaker(s): protect your Inverter against damage  
due to overload. PV3000GFCI model includes two separate 20-amp  
circuits. See "Operation" for resetting instructions.  
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Remote Control Module Connector: allows remote monitoring  
and control with an optional module (Tripp Lite model APSRM4,  
sold separately or included with PV3000GFCI model). See remote  
module owner’s manual for connection instructions.  
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“LOAD” Indicator Lights: intuitive “traffic light” signals show  
approximate equipment load level. See "Operation for instructions on  
reading indicator lights.  
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Battery Charge Conserver (Load Sense) Dial: conserves battery  
power by setting the low-load level at which the Inverter  
automatically shuts off. See "Operation" for setting instructions.  
“BATTERY” Indicator Lights: intuitive “traffic light” signals show  
approximate charge level of your battery. See "Operation" for  
instructions on reading indicator lights.  
Multi-Speed Cooling Fan(s): quiet, efficient fans prolong equipment  
service life.  
10 Main Ground Lug: properly grounds the Inverter to vehicle  
grounding system or earth ground. See "Battery Connection" for  
connection instructions.  
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DC Power Terminals: connect to your battery terminals. See  
"Battery Connection" for connection instructions.  
Ground Fault Interrupter (GFCI) AC Receptacles: allow you to  
connect equipment that would normally be plugged into a utility  
outlet. Enhancing safety, they feature ground fault interrupter circuits  
that trip if there is a mismatch between the line current and the  
neutral current.  
Low Battery Alarm/Shutdown (internal, not shown): automatically  
detects low voltage and shuts down Inverter to preserve vehicle  
battery.  
Overload Alarm/Shutdown (internal, not shown): automatically  
detects wattage overload on Inverter outlets and shuts down Inverter  
as a protective measure.  
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Observe proper polarity. Reversed polarity  
will blow internal fuses. See manual.  
CAUTION!  
12V DC  
PV1800GFCI Rear Panel  
PV1800GFCI Front Panel  
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10  
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BATTERY  
LOAD  
Observe proper polarity. Reversed polarity  
will blow internal fuses. See manual.  
LOAD  
SENSE  
CAUTION!  
12V DC  
GREATER  
LOAD  
ON  
LESSER  
LOAD  
ON  
HI  
LOW  
MED  
HI  
REMOTE  
REMOTE  
OFF  
ON  
MED  
LOW  
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OUTPUT  
OUTPUT  
CIRCUIT  
BREAKER  
20A  
CIRCUIT  
BREAKER  
20A  
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PV3000GFCI Rear Panel  
PV3000GFCI Front Panel  
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Operation  
Switch Modes  
Resetting Your Inverter to Restore AC Power  
Your Inverter may cease supplying AC power in order to protect itself  
from overload or to protect your electrical system. To restore normal  
functioning:  
Switch between the following operating modes as appropriate to your  
situation:  
“ON”: Switch to this setting to provide connected  
equipment with AC power.  
Low Battery Shutdown Reset: Set operating mode switch to “OFF” and  
run vehicle engine to recharge battery. When battery is adequately  
charged, switch operating mode switch back to either “REMOTE” or  
“ON.”  
REMOTE  
OFF  
ON  
“OFF”: Switch to this setting to shut down the Inverter  
completely, preventing it from drawing power from the  
batteries. Use this switch to automatically reset the unit  
if it shuts down due to low battery or overload. Use an  
optional remote control module (Tripp Lite model  
APSRM4, sold separately or included with PV3000HF  
models) to reset unit due to overload only.  
Overload Shutdown Reset: Set operating mode switch to “OFF” and  
remove some of the connected electrical load (ie: turn off some of the AC  
devices drawing power which may have caused the overload of the unit).  
Wait one minute, then switch operating mode switch back to either  
“REMOTE” or “ON.”  
REMOTE  
OFF  
ON  
Output Circuit Breaker Reset (Select Models): Alternatively, check  
output circuit breaker(s) on the unit's front panel. If tripped, remove some  
of the electrical load, then wait one minute to allow components to cool  
before resetting the circuit breaker. See Troubleshooting for other possible  
reasons AC output may be absent.  
“REMOTE”: Switch to this setting to remotely monitor  
and control the Inverter with the use of an optional  
remote module. See remote module’s owner’s manual  
for operating instructions.  
REMOTE  
OFF  
ON  
Set Battery Charge Conserver (Load Sense) Dial  
In order to save battery power, the Inverter automatically  
shuts off in the absence of any power demand from  
connected equipment or appliances (the electrical load).  
When the unit detects a load, it automatically turns on.  
Users may choose the minimum load the Inverter will  
detect by adjusting the Battery Charge Conserver Dial  
LOAD  
SENSE  
Indicator Lights  
Your Inverter is equipped with a simple, intuitive, user-friendly set of  
indicator lights. These easily-remembered “traffic light” signals will allow  
you, shortly after first use, to tell at a glance the charge condition of your  
batteries, as well as ascertain approximate equipment load level.  
GREATER  
LOAD  
ON  
LESSER  
LOAD  
ON  
“BATTERY” Indicator Lights: These three lights will illuminate in  
several sequences to show the approximate charge level of your connected  
battery:  
(see diagram). Using a small tool, turn the dial clockwise to lower the  
minimum load that will be detected, causing the Inverter to turn on for  
smaller loads. When the dial is turned fully clockwise, the Inverter will  
operate even when there is no load. Turn the dial counterclockwise to set a  
higher minimum load, causing the Inverter to stay off until the new  
minimum load is reached. When the dial is turned fully counterclockwise,  
the Inverter will turn on when it detects any load greater than  
approximately 150 Watts.  
Approximate Battery Charge Level†  
Indicator Illuminated  
Battery Capacity  
91%–Full  
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Green  
Green & Yellow  
Yellow  
81%–90%  
61%–80%  
41%–60%  
21%–40%  
1%–20%  
Note: The factory setting for the dial is fully clockwise. However, based on the threshold load to  
which you’d like the Inverter to respond, you should adjust the dial counterclockwise to reduce  
its sensitivity until the Inverter is active only when connected equipment or appliances are actu-  
ally in use.  
Yellow & Red  
Red  
Flashing Red (slowly)*  
Connect Remote Control—OPTIONAL (included with the PV3000GFCI)  
All models feature an 8-conductor telephone style receptacle on the front  
panel for use with an optional remote control module (Tripp Lite model  
APSRM4, sold separately or included with PV3000GFCI model). The  
remote module allows the Inverter to be mounted in a compartment or  
cabinet out of sight, while operated conveniently from your vehicle’s  
dashboard. See instructions packed with the remote control module.  
Flashing Red (quickly)** 0% (Inverter has shutdown)  
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“LOAD” Indicator Lights: These three lights will illuminate in several  
sequences to show the approximate equipment load level on the Inverter’s  
AC receptacles.  
Approximate Equipment Load Level  
Indicator Illuminated  
Load Level  
0%-50%  
51%-75%  
76%-90%  
> 90%  
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Green  
Green & Yellow  
Yellow  
Red  
Flashing Red (quickly)** OVERLOAD (Inverter has shutdown)  
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Charge levels listed are approximate. Actual conditions vary depending on battery condition  
and load. * Approximately ½ second on, ½ second off. ** Approximately ¼ second on, ¼ second  
off. See “Resetting Your Inverter to Restore AC Power” to reset after Inverter shut down.  
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Application Guide  
Match Battery Amp-Hour Capacity to Your Application  
Select a battery or system of batteries that will provide your Inverter with proper DC voltage and an adequate amp-hour capacity to power your  
application. Even though Tripp Lite Inverters are highly efficient at DC-to-AC inversion, their rated output capacities are limited by the total amp-hour  
capacity of connected batteries and the support of your vehicle’s alternator if the engine is kept running.  
• STEP 1: Determine Total Wattage Required  
Example  
Add the wattage ratings of all equipment you will connect to your  
Tools  
Inverter. Wattage ratings are usually listed in equipment manuals or on  
nameplates. If your equipment is rated in amps, multiply that number  
times AC utility voltage to determine watts. (Example: a ¼ in. drill  
requires 2½ amps. 2½ amps × 120 volts = 300 watts.)  
¼" Drill  
Orbital Sander  
Cordless Tool Charger  
Note: Your Inverter will operate at higher efficiencies at about 75% - 80% of nameplate  
rating.  
300W  
+
220W  
+
20W  
=
540W  
• STEP 2: Determine DC Battery Amps Required  
Divide the total wattage required (from step 1, above) by the battery  
voltage (12) to determine the DC amps required.  
540 watts ÷ 12V = 45 DC Amps  
• STEP 3: Estimate Battery Amp-Hours Required  
(for operation unsupported by the alternator)  
Multiply the DC amps required (from step 2, above) by the number of  
hours you estimate you will operate your equipment exclusively from  
battery power before you have to recharge your batteries. Compensate  
for inefficiency and wiring losses by multiplying this number by 1.2.  
This will give you a rough estimate of how many amp-hours of battery  
power (from one or several batteries) you should connect to your  
Inverter.  
45 DC Amps × 5 Hrs. Runtime  
× 1.2 = 270 Amp-Hours  
NOTE: Battery amp-hour ratings are usually given for a 20-hour discharge rate. Actual amp-  
hour capacities are less when batteries are discharged at faster rates. For example, batteries  
discharged in 55 minutes provide only 50% of their listed amp-hour ratings, while batteries  
discharged in 9 minutes provide as little as 30% of their amp-hour ratings.  
You must allow your batteries to recharge long enough to replace the  
charge lost during Inverter operation or else you will eventually run  
down your batteries.  
NOTE: For Tripp Lite Inverters over 1000 watts used in mobile applications, Tripp Lite  
recommends you use at least two batteries, if possible, fed by a heavy-duty alternator  
anytime the vehicle is running. Tripp Lite Inverters will provide adequate power for ordinary  
usage within limited times without the assistance of your vehicle’s alternator. However, when  
operating extremely heavy electrical loads at their peak, you may wish to “assist your  
batteries” by running your vehicle engine faster than normal idling.  
Mounting  
Optional  
WARNING! If you choose to mount your Inverter, mount it and wire its DC input BEFORE DC battery  
connection. Failure to follow these instructions may lead to personal injury and/or damage to the Inverter  
and connected systems.  
Tripp Lite Inverters are designed for flat-surface mounting in a variety of  
vehicular or non-vehicular applications. User must supply mounting  
hardware and is responsible for determining if the hardware and mounting  
surface are suitable to support the weight of the Inverter. Contact Tripp  
Lite if you require further assistance in mounting your Inverter.  
Vehicular and Non-Vehicular Flat-Surface Mount  
Install and tighten four user-supplied fasteners through Inverter mounting  
slots and into a rigid flat surface. Install fasteners as far back in the  
mounting slots as possible, otherwise the Inverter may slide back and forth  
if fasteners loosen.  
Note: Do not mount unit with its front or rear panel facing down (at any  
angle). Mounting in this manner will block the cooling fans and seriously  
FLAT SURFACE  
inhibit the unit’s internal cooling, eventually causing product damage not  
covered under warranty.  
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Battery Connection  
Connect your Inverter to your batteries using the following procedures—always loosely twist each pair of cables (one positive and one negative)  
together:  
Length & Gauge of Cables  
Connect DC Wiring:  
Although your Inverter is a high-efficiency converter of electricity, its rated  
output capacity is limited by the length and gauge of the cabling running  
from the battery to the unit. Use the shortest length and largest diameter  
cabling (maximum 00 gauge) to fit your Inverter’s DC Input terminals.  
Shorter and heavier gauge cabling reduces DC voltage drop and allows for  
maximum transfer of current. Your Inverter is capable of delivering peak  
wattage at up to 200% of its rated continuous wattage output  
instantaneously. Heavier gauge cabling should be used when continuously  
operating heavy draw equipment under these conditions. Tighten your  
Inverter and battery terminals to approximately 3.5 Newton-meters (2.58  
foot lbs.) of torque to create an efficient connection and to prevent  
excessive heating at this connection. Insufficient tightening of the  
terminals could void your warranty.  
Connection to Two DC Terminals  
The PV1800GFCI model includes two DC terminals;  
the PV3000GFCI model includes four DC terminals  
(two positive and two negative). For the  
PV3000GFCI model, it is recommended that both  
sets of terminals (4 wires) be used for the connection  
to the battery.  
PV1800GFCI  
Regardless of the model, you must run positive  
cable(s) through user-supplied UL-listed fuse(s) and  
fuse block(s) of the proper size: PV1800GFCI—250  
amp fuse, PV3000GFCI—500 amp fuse.  
PV3000GFCI  
An excellent source of cables are battery jumper cables. Output performance will decrease if  
you use only one jumper cable.  
Connect Ground:  
Connection to Four DC Terminals  
Using a #8 AWG wire or larger, directly connect the Main Ground Lug to  
the vehicle's chassis ground or earth ground. See Feature Identification  
section to locate Main Ground Lug. All installations must comply with  
national and local codes and ordinances.  
To obtain maximum output power from the  
PV3000GFCI model, it is recommended that you  
connect your battery to all four DC terminals. In this  
connection you must run 4 wires of equal length  
PV3000GFCI  
between the inverter and the battery.  
Connect Fuse:  
NEC article 551 requires that you connect your Inverter’s positive DC  
Terminal(s) directly to a UL-listed fuse(s) and fuse block(s) within 18  
inches of the battery. See diagrams below for proper fuse placement.  
Recommended  
Max Distance From Battery to Unit (ft.)  
DC Fuse  
AWG  
0
00  
22  
26  
1800W  
3000W  
17  
21  
250A  
500A  
WARNING! Never attempt to operate your Inverter by connecting it directly to output from an alternator  
rather than a battery or battery bank.  
CAUTION! Observe proper polarity with all DC connections. Reversed polarity will cause internal damage  
to your Inverter.  
Vehicular  
Your Inverter’s Nominal DC Input Voltage must match the voltage of your battery or batteries—12 Volts in most vehicular applications. It is possible to  
connect your Inverter to the main battery within your vehicle’s electrical system. In many vehicular contexts, the Inverter will be connected to one or  
more dedicated auxiliary (house) batteries which are isolated from the drive system to prevent possible draining of the main battery.  
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12 Volt Alternator  
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Vehicle Battery Ground  
12 Volt Main Battery  
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12 Volt Inverter  
2
12 Volts  
5
12 Volts  
8
12 Volt Auxiliary (House)  
Battery  
Note: Connection to all four DC terminals  
is recommended to provide the maximum  
output power from PV3000GFCI models.  
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UL-Listed Fuses & Fuse  
Blocks (mounted within  
18 inches of the battery)  
12 Volt Main Battery Connection—two DC terminals  
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1
2
12 Volts  
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Battery Isolator  
12 Volt Inverter  
Large Diameter Cabling,  
Maximum 00 Gauge to  
Fit Terminals  
5
12 Volts  
8
12 Volts  
Note: Connection to all four DC terminals  
is recommended to provide the maximum  
output power from PV3000GFCI models.  
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2
8
8 AWG (minimum)  
Ground Wire to Vehicle  
Frame or Earth Ground  
12 Volt Main and Auxiliary (House) Battery Connection (Isolated Parallel)—two DC terminals  
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Troubleshooting  
Operating Mode Switch  
BATTERY  
LOAD  
LOAD  
SENSE  
Battery Indicator Lights  
Load Indicator Lights  
GREATER  
LOAD  
ON  
LESSER  
LOAD  
ON  
HI  
LOW  
MED  
HI  
REMOTE  
REMOTE  
OFF  
ON  
MED  
LOW  
SYMPTOM  
No AC Output  
PROBLEMS  
Operating Mode Switch is set to “OFF.”  
CORRECTIONS  
Set Operating Mode Switch to “REMOTE” or “ON.”  
(All Indicator Lights Are OFF)  
User-supplied UL-listed external DC input fuses Replace fuses  
have blown. Replace fuses.  
Red Battery Indicator Light  
Is Rapidly Flashing  
(¼ Second Flashes)  
Unit has shut down due to excessive  
battery discharge.  
Run your engine to raise battery voltage. Check external  
battery connections and fuse. Reset by moving Operating  
Mode Switch to “OFF.” Wait one minute and switch to  
“REMOTE” or “ON.”  
If unit remains in shutdown mode after several attempts to  
reset contact Tripp Lite Customer Service for assistance.  
Red Load Indicator Light  
Is Rapidly Flashing  
Unit has shut down due to overload.  
Reduce load. Reset by moving Operating Mode Switch to  
“OFF.”  
(¼ Second Flashes)  
Wait one minute and switch to “REMOTE” or “ON.If unit  
remains in shutdown mode after several attempts to reset  
contact Tripp Lite Customer Service for assistance.  
Connected Equipment Experiences  
Inverter Output Seems Intermittent  
Audio/Video interference.  
Loose cable connections.  
Reposition equipment antennas and Inverter.  
Check and secure all connections.  
Service  
Your Tripp Lite product is covered by the warranty described in this manual. A variety of Extended Warranty and On-Site Service Programs are also  
steps:  
1. Review the installation and operation procedures in this manual to insure that the service problem does not originate from a misreading of the  
instructions.  
Authorization (RMA) number, which is required for service. This simple on-line form will ask for your unit’s model and serial numbers, along with  
other general purchaser information. The RMA number, along with shipping instructions will be emailed to you. Any damages (direct, indirect,  
special or consequential) to the product incurred during shipment to Tripp Lite or an authorized Tripp Lite service center is not covered under  
warranty. Products shipped to Tripp Lite or an authorized Tripp Lite service center must have transportation charges prepaid. Mark the RMA number  
on the outside of the package. If the product is within its warranty period, enclose a copy of your sales receipt. Return the product for service using an  
insured carrier to the address given to you when you request the RMA.  
Maintenance  
Your Inverter requires no maintenance and contains no user-serviceable or replaceable parts, but should be kept dry at all times. Periodically check, clean  
and tighten all cable connections, as necessary, both at the unit and at the battery.  
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Limited Warranty  
Tripp Lite warrants its Inverters to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year (domestic) or 120 days (export) from the date of retail purchase by  
end user.  
Tripp Lite’s obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing (at its sole option) any such defective products. To obtain service under this warranty you must obtain a  
Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number from Tripp Lite or an authorized Tripp Lite service center. Products must be returned to Tripp Lite or an authorized Tripp Lite service  
center with transportation charges prepaid and must be accompanied by a brief description of the problem encountered and proof of date and place of purchase. This warranty  
does not apply to equipment which has been damaged by accident, negligence or misapplication or has been altered or modified in any way, including opening of the unit’s casing  
for any reason. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser who must have properly registered the product within 10 days of retail purchase.  
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, TRIPP LITE MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A  
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some states do not permit limitation or exclusion of implied warranties; therefore, the aforesaid limitation(s) or exclusion(s) may not apply to the  
purchaser.  
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT WILL TRIPP LITE BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING  
OUT OF THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. Specifically, Tripp Lite is not liable for any costs, such as lost profits or  
revenue, loss of equipment, loss of use of equipment, loss of software, loss of data, costs of substitutes, claims by third parties, or otherwise.  
Warranty Registration  
Visit www.tripplite.com/warranty to register the warranty of your new Tripp Lite product. You'll be automatically entered into a drawing for a chance to win a FREE Tripp Lite  
product!*  
* No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Some restrictions apply. See website for details.  
Regulatory Compliance Identification Numbers  
For the purpose of regulatory compliance certifications and identification, your Tripp Lite product has been assigned a unique series number. The series number can be found on  
the product nameplate label, along with all required approval markings and information. When requesting compliance information for this product, always refer to the series  
number. The series number should not be confused with the marking name or model number of the product.  
Tripp Lite has a policy of continuous improvement. Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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