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La Marche Manufacturing Company |www.lamarchemfg.com FT Series Pure Sine Wave Inverter Installation and Operation Manual This manual is subject to change without notice. You may obtain the newest version of the manual at www.lamarchemfg.com 106 Bradrock Dr. Des Plaines, IL 60018-1967...
Important Safety Instructions Before using this equipment, read all manuals and other documents related to this inverter and other equipment connected to this unit. Always have a copy of an inverter’s manual on file nearby, in a safe place; if a replacement copy of a manual is needed, it can be found at www.lamarchemfg.com.
If any damage is observed, take pictures and contact the carrier immediately to file a damage claim. Contact La Marche for a Return Material Authorization number to have the inverter sent back for evaluation and repair.
Understanding the Model Number ......................... 1 Optional Accessories Included in the Inverter ....................1 Equipment Handling .......................... 2 Storing the FT Series Inverter ......................2 Moving the FT Series Inverter ......................2 Installation ............................2 Mounting the FT Series Inverter ..................... 2 2.1.1...
Model Scope/General Description The La Marche FT Series Inverter is a pure sine wave AC output, designed to adapt to various types of loads. This DC to AC Inverter with dual CPU control provides excellent performance with automatic protection. The FT Inverter temporarily provides up to 120% of the output for 30 seconds, providing extra power needed to start motorized equipment.
Storing the FT Series Inverter If the FT Series Inverter is to be stored for more than a few days after delivery, it should be stored within its shipping container. The location chosen for storage should be within an ambient temperature of -4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C) with a non-condensing relative humidity of 0 to 95%.
Figure 3 – 251 Enclosure Bolt Pattern FT Series Inverter Overview Charger AC Input Breaker Inverter AC Output Breaker DC (-) Terminal DC (+) Terminal GND Terminal AC Output (L) AC Output (N) AC Input (L) AC Input (N) GND Terminal GND Terminal Figure 4 –...
Table 2 – AC/DC & Ground Wire Size Minimum Requirements (All wires specified in the table are rated at 90 °C or 194 °F) NOTE: These are recommended sizes per La Marche Standards. The National Electrical Code (NEC) and Local Wiring Codes must be followed.
220VAC 240VAC Table 3 – Resettable AC Breaker Sizes Alarms The FT series inverter has an audible buzzer alarm which activates depending on the status of the inverter. Below are the available alarms/status indicators: • Load Powered by Battery: Beeps 4 times every 15 seconds •...
Confirm with multimeter if attempting to service the FT. Front Panel LCD Display After the FT Series Inverter has completed startup, the LCD will display the Input/Output Voltage, Frequency, Grid Mode, Inverter Mode, Battery Capacity, Load Capacity, Alarm Warning. See below for reference.
3.1.1 Controls Button Function 1 Second Press: Mute the buzzer Mute / Operation Mode Menu Long Press: Enter Operation Mode menu 1 Second Press: Raise current setting/value Up / Charge Voltage Menu 5 second Press: Enter Charge Voltage menu 1 Second Press: Lower current setting/value Down / Charge Current Menu 5 second Press: Enter Charge Current menu ON/OFF...
Service All work inside the FT inverter should be performed by qualified personnel. La Marche is not responsible for any damages caused by an unqualified technician. Before working inside the FT, ensure the AC power is off at the main breaker box and the battery has been removed from the inverter’s DC input terminals, either by removing the battery cables or exercising...
Appendix A: Technical Specifications Model Rated Voltage (VDC) Current Draw @ 189A 142A 189A 118A 142A 189A Full Load (ADC) Charge Current 30A (C6-Default): C0-C6 can be set Battery Type U0-U7 can be set AC Voltage 90-132VAC / 170-275VAC Range Frequency 45-65Hz Voltage Range...
Appendix B: Power Cabling Guide Use the following formulas and table to determine proper wire size for minimal voltage drop. At distances exceeding 10 feet, the DC wire size should be chosen to keep the voltage difference between the inverter’s DC input terminals and the battery at less than 1/2 volt when the inverter is fully loaded.
Appendix C: Example Wiring Diagram Battery Connections 12VDC Series Battery Wiring 24VDC Series Battery Wiring 48VDC Series Battery Wiring AC Mains Input & AC Output Connections AC Loads Mains Supply...
Should minor adjustments be required, the local La Marche Sales Representative should be contacted to provide this service. All sales are final. Only standard La Marche units will be considered for return. A 25% restocking fee is charged when return is a factory authorized. Special units are not returnable.