Alpha Group OutBack Power MATE3 Owner's Manual page 80

Set Points:
 Input Type: The inverter has two choices for incoming power; Grid or Gen. It is not capable of using
both at the same time. However, it can select between two different sources, typically the utility grid
and an AC generator, if properly switched. Each choice has parameters that define the usage of each
input. If Input Type is selected to Grid, the inverter uses the utility grid settings. (See page 79.) If the
menu is set to Gen, the inverter uses the generator settings. (See page 80.)
Note: In OutBack grid-interactive inverters, Input Type also controls the cycle used by the inverter's battery
charger. This overrides the selections offered in the Charger Status screen. (See page 51.)
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Grid selects a charge cycle consisting of bulk , absorption and float stages. Upon completion, the charger
goes into silent mode until it reaches the "re-float" voltage, when it will re-enter the float stage.
~ Gen selects a
charge cycle consisting of bulk , absorption and float stages. Upon completion, the charger
remains in the float stage to maintain the batteries until the AC input is disconnected
The selection of the charge cycle does not automatically enable the charger. If the charger is disabled,
it must still be enabled using the t
~ The Input Type selection also controls other AC source parameters, as described in the inverter
Operator's Manual. Note that if Gen is selected, a grid-interactive inverter will not sell power.
However, the AGS function (see page 114) will function even if Grid is selected.
 Grid Input AC Limit: Adjusts the inverter's draw to the size of the utility grid circuit.
 Gen Input AC Limit: Adjusts the inverter's draw to the size of the AC generator or generator circuit.
 Charger AC Limit: Adjusts the draw of the inverter's charger. The maximum setting is equal to the
maximum delivery of the inverter's charger. This setting can be limited to avoid accidentally
overcharging a small battery bank.
 Input Support: Enables the Input Support function, if present in the inverter. (If present, see the
inverter Operator's Manual for information about this function.)
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Figure 73 AC Input Current Limit
he Charger Status screen. (See page 51.)
Inverter Settings
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