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2.0 Installation
2.5
Testing the Inverter
Before proceeding, you must fi rst test whether the inverter was successfully
installed. Use the functional test below to test the inverter, and then perform
the GFCI test that follows to ensure the protection device is functioning
properly.
2.5.1
Inverter Functional Test
After all electrical connections to the inverter, batteries, and loads have
been completed, follow these steps to test the installation and the inverter's
operation.
1.
Press and hold the Power/Select button until a beep sound is heard
(about 1 second). The Status light turns on.
2.
Check that the digital display alternately shows the inverter's measured
battery voltage and output power.
3.
Plug a small AC load (e.g., 40W light bulb or small appliance) into the
GFCI's outlet.
4.
Check that the AC load is on (i.e., the bulb lights).
Note: If the bulb does not light, the GFCI may have tripped. Reset the
GFCI by pressing the RESET button.
If the inverter passes all steps, it is functioning properly and ready for use.
If the inverter fails any of the steps, refer to the troubleshooting information
in Section 4.0.
2.5.2
GFCI Test
Use the steps below to periodically test the GFCI to ensure it is functioning
properly.
1.
Press the Power/Select button to turn on the inverter.
2.
Plug a small AC load (e.g., 40W light bulb) into the GFCI's outlet.
3.
Check that the AC load is on (i.e., the bulb lights).
4.
Press the GFCI's TEST button. The GFCI's RESET button should pop out,
and the power should shut off (light bulb goes out).
Note: If the bulb remains lit or the RESET button does not pop out, the
GFCI may not be functioning properly.
5.
Press the RESET button. The AC load should come back on (bulb lights
again).
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