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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...
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 ........................
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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...
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�...
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.
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.
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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.
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