Ac Input/Output Connection; Maintenance - Tripp Lite PowerVerter APSRM4 Owner's Manual

Aps series dc-to-ac inverter/charger

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AC Input/Output Connection

To avoid overloading your Inverter/Charger, match the power requirements of the equipment you plan to run at any one time (add their total

watts) with the output wattage capacity of your Inverter/Charger model (see Specifications). Do not confuse "continuous" wattage with

"peak" wattage ratings. Most electric motors require extra power at start-up ("peak wattage") than required to run continuously after start-

up, sometimes over 100% more. Some motors, such as in refrigerators and pumps, start and stop intermittently according to demand,

requiring "peak wattage" at multiple, unpredictable times during operation.

OverPower™ Feature

Tripp Lite Inverter/Chargers deliver up to 150% of their nameplate-rated wattage for 1-60 minutes under ideal battery and temperature

conditions, providing ample reserve power to support tools and equipment.*

* For best results, utilize OverPower for as short a duration as possible, ensure that battery bank and cabling are able to provide full nominal DC voltage under load, and allow the inverter/charger

to cool completely before and after OverPower utilization.

DoubleBoost™ Feature

Tripp Lite Inverter/Chargers deliver up to twice their nameplate-rated wattage for up to 10 seconds, providing the extra power needed to

cold-start heavy-duty tools and equipment.*

* Actual duration depends on model, battery age, battery charge level and ambient temperature.

Warning! Consult a qualified electrician and follow all applicable electrical codes and requirements for hardwire

connection. Disconnect both DC input and AC utility supply before attempting hardwiring. Use wire type THHN or

equivalent with minimum temperature rating of 90°C.

Hardwire Connection

Remove the screws and cover plate over the hardwire terminal box. Remove the knockout covers closest to the desired electrical source and

to your equipment. Attach ½" diameter conduits (user-supplied) to the knockouts and thread wires through. Connect the conduits to each

other with the ground bond connection supplied.

Ground*

• Connect the incoming and outgoing ground wires to the ground (green) terminal

AC Input

• Connect the incoming hot wire to the input hot (brown) terminal

• Connect the incoming neutral wire to the input neutral (blue) terminal

AC Output

• Connect the outgoing hot wire to the output hot (black) terminal

• Connect the outgoing neutral wire to the output neutral (white) terminal

• Replace cover plate and tighten screws.

* If the incoming conduit only contains two wires (hot and neutral), the incoming conduit must be bonded to the main ground lug on the

unit. In any case, the incoming conduit must be bonded to earth or vehicle ground, and the incoming conduit must be bonded to the

outgoing conduit.

Service

Before returning your Inverter/Charger for service, follow these steps: 1.) Review the installation and operation instructions to ensure that

the service problem does not originate from a misreading of the instructions. Also, check that the circuit breaker(s) are not tripped.* 2.) If

the problem continues, do not contact or return the Inverter/Charger to the dealer. Instead, call Tripp Lite at (773) 869-1233. A service

technician will ask for the Inverter/Charger's model number, serial number and purchase date and will attempt to correct the problem over

the phone. 3.) If the problem requires service, the technician will issue you a Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number, which is

required for service. Securely pack the Inverter/Charger to avoid damage during shipping. Do not use Styrofoam beads for packaging.**

Any damages (direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential) to the Inverter/Charger incurred during shipment to Tripp Lite or an

authorized Tripp Lite service center is not covered under warranty. Inverter/Chargers 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 Inverter/Charger is

within the warranty period, enclose a copy of your sales receipt. Return the Inverter/Charger for service using an insured carrier to the

address given to you by the Tripp Lite service technician.

* This is a common cause of service inquiries which can be easily remedied by following the resetting instructions in this manual. ** If you require packaging, the technician can arrange to send

you proper packaging.