Wagan Proline-5000 3744 User Manual

Wagan Proline-5000 3744 User Manual

Ac to dc inverter

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Proline 5000
AC to DC Inverter
User's Manual
Please visit our website for the latest information on this product.
Item No. : 3744 (12V DC Input)
RoHS
compliant
3744-4 (24V DC Input)
3744-8 (48V DC Input)

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  • Page 1 Item No. : 3744 (12V DC Input) 3744-4 (24V DC Input) 3744-8 (48V DC Input) Proline 5000 ™ AC to DC Inverter User’s Manual Please visit our website for the latest information on this product. RoHS compliant...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Proline 5000 Inverter by Wagan Tech ™ ® CONTENTS About this Inverter ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3 General Instructions: ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3 Load Considerations ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 3 Front Panel ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 4 ON/OFF Switch ......................5 Over Temp LED ......................5 Overload LED ....................... 5 Bar Graph Displays ......................5 AC Outlets ........................
  • Page 3 Aboard a Vessel or Vehicle ................... 14 Television and Audio Suggestions .................. 14 Troubleshooting ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 15 Specifications �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 16 Disposal of Inverter ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 16 Appendix A: Cable Gauge Guide��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 17 ©2016 Wagan Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Wagan Tech and wagan.com are trademarks used by Wagan Corporation.
  • Page 4: About This Inverter

    Proline 5000 Inverter by Wagan Tech ™ ® Thank you for purchasing the Proline 5000 Power Inverter by Wagan Tech . With minimal care ® and proper treatment it will provide years of reliable service. Carefully read, understand and comply with all instructions before use. Keep this manual for future reference.
  • Page 5: Front Panel

    Volt Display Overload LED REMOTE OVER LOAD BATTERY AC TERMINAL BLOCK Remote ON/OFF Live Switch Neutral Connection Ground Three 120V AC Outlets High Output Terminals ©2016 Wagan Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Wagan Tech and wagan.com are trademarks used by Wagan Corporation.
  • Page 6: On/Off Switch

    Proline 5000 Inverter by Wagan Tech ™ ® ON/OFF Switch This switch turns the inverter ON and OFF. Over Temp LED This indicator turns RED as the inverter shuts down because of excessive temperature. Immediately turn off appliances if this occurs. Allow the inverter to cool before continuing.
  • Page 7: Ac Outlets

    These meters will not correctly read MSW voltage, and will display about 20 to 30 volts too low. Any multi-meter identified as “TRUE RMS” will accurately read MSW correctly. ©2016 Wagan Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Wagan Tech and wagan.com are trademarks used by Wagan Corporation.
  • Page 8: Inverter Output Characteristics

    Proline 5000 Inverter by Wagan Tech ™ ® INVERTER OUTPUT CHARACTERISTICS The high output terminals and outlets of this inverter are wired in a similar manner to that of house-hold wiring. The “ground” connection (the round connection on an outlet) is connected to inverter frame’s ground.
  • Page 9: Planning The Inverter System

    3. Determine the total watt-hours of energy needed by multiplying average power consumption in watts by hours of run time. For example: 1,500 watts for 10 hours = 15,000 watt hours. ©2016 Wagan Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Wagan Tech and wagan.com are trademarks used by Wagan Corporation.
  • Page 10: Derating The Battery Bank

    Proline 5000 Inverter by Wagan Tech ™ ® 4. To get an estimate of the maximum current (in amps) that a battery bank must be capable of delivering to the inverter, divide the AC load watts by ten (for 12V battery). For example, a 1,500 watt AC load will need 150 amps at 12 volts DC.
  • Page 11: Configuring The Battery Bank

    The fuses are very important to protect equipment, batteries and personnel. The fuses protect against battery explosion if the cables that connect to the inverter accidentally short. ©2016 Wagan Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Wagan Tech and wagan.com are trademarks used by Wagan Corporation.
  • Page 12 Proline 5000 Inverter by Wagan Tech ™ ® Battery Bank Diagram The diagrams below show inverter connections to a battery bank with recommended fuse protection: 500A 12V DC Input FUSE INVERTER 220Ah 220Ah 220Ah – – – – Safety Ground...
  • Page 13: Dc Cable Gauge

    4. Connect the fuse holders to the short positive (+) cable terminals. 5. Wrap the inverter positive cable ends with insulating plastic wrap. 6. Mount the fuse holders to a support structure. ©2016 Wagan Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Wagan Tech and wagan.com are trademarks used by Wagan Corporation.
  • Page 14: Inverter To Battery Connection Procedure

    Proline 5000 Inverter by Wagan Tech ™ ® 7. Install fuses in the fuse holders and tighten the retaining nuts. 8. Install the Ground wire from the inverter enclosure to the grounding point. s WARNING: THE PROCEDURE THAT FOLLOWS IS FOR SAFE CONNECTION TO MINIMIZE INITIAL CONNECTION SPARKING AND DAMAGE FROM UNPROTECTED BATTERY CABLE SHORTS�...
  • Page 15: Charging The Battery Bank

    Isolate the television, its power cord and antenna cables from the 12-volt power source by running an extension cord from the inverter to the television set. ©2016 Wagan Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Wagan Tech and wagan.com are trademarks used by Wagan Corporation.
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    Proline 5000 Inverter by Wagan Tech ™ ® • Coil the television power cord or install a clamp-on ferrite choke (available from electronic parts suppliers). Note: Some inexpensive audio systems may have a slight “buzzing” sound when operated with the inverter. This is caused by insufficient filtering in the audio system. The only solution to this problem is to get a sound system with a higher quality power supply.
  • Page 17: Specifications

    DISPOSAL OF INVERTER Electronic products are known to contain materials that are toxic if improperly disposed. Contact local authorities for disposal and recycling information. ©2016 Wagan Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Wagan Tech and wagan.com are trademarks used by Wagan Corporation.
  • Page 18: Appendix A: Cable Gauge Guide

    Proline 5000 Inverter by Wagan Tech ™ ® APPENDIX A: CABLE GAUGE GUIDE Cable recommendations are for full 5,000 watt output. Item Total Cable Fuse Number Length (feet) (Amps) #3744 Gauge (AWG) 2/0×2 2/0×2 3/0×2 4/0×2 4/0×2 #3744-4 #3744-8 For installations that are stationary or in vessels that have no grounded frame, measure and use all lengths of cable that connect the battery or battery bank to the inverter.
  • Page 19 Warranty Duration: Product is warranted to the original purchaser for a period of from the original purchase date, to be free of defects in material and workmanship. WAGAN Corporation disclaims any liability for consequential damages. In no event will WAGAN Corporation be responsible for any amount of damages beyond the amount paid for the product at retail.
  • Page 20 31088 San Clemente Street Hayward, CA 94544, U.S.A. Tel: +1.510.471.9221 U.S. & Canada Toll Free: +1.800.231.5806 customerservice@wagan.com www.wagan.com ©2016 Wagan Corporation. All Rights Reserved Wagan Tech and wagan.com are trademarks used by Wagan Corporation REV20160212-E...

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