Do you have a question about the Global LF Series and is the answer not in the manual?
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David Elsberry
May 6, 2025
How do I make my LF 4000w charger/inverter, charge my battery bank when the the batteries are not fully discharged? It will only start charging when the battery is below the automatic charging set point where the battery is depleted to near zero and the inverter is automatically shut down. So, if the charging cycle is interrupted before the batteries are fully charged, after any period of time, I can't start the charger again to complete the charging operation. This has been an issue, brand new out of the box, so must be part of the design.
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Mr. Anderson
May 18, 2025
To charge your battery bank when the batteries are not fully discharged using the AIMS Power LF 4000W charger/inverter, you need to ensure the inverter is set to a regular charging mode (not de-sulphation) and that the generator, if used, meets the recommended size (at least 150% of inverter capacity). Avoid using the de-sulphation setting unless the batteries are sulphated and will not accept a charge. There is no specific setting mentioned for partial discharge charging, but the inverter should automatically begin charging when AC power is available unless battery voltage is too high to trigger charging.
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Keen
April 28, 2025
Picoglf60w24v240vs can this unit input and output 120v?charge wise.
Table of Contents 1. Important Safety Information ............................- 2 - 1-1. General Safety Precautions ..........................- 2 - 1-2. Precautions When Working with Batteries ....................- 2 - 2. Introduction ..................................- 3 - 2-1. General Information ............................- 3 - 2-2.
1. Important Safety Information NOTE: Before using the inverter, read and save this manual. 1-1. General Safety Precautions 1-1-1. Do not expose the inverter to rain, snow, spray, bilge or dust. To reduce risk of hazard, do not cover or obstruct the ventilation openings. Do not install the inverter in a zero-clearance compartment. Overheating may result.
This helps to extract maximum power from the battery in renewable energy systems such as solar and wind. The Global LF Series Pure Sine Wave Inverter is suitable for renewable energy systems in work trucks, RV, marine and emergency appliances.
THD of 10% (min 3%, max 20% under full linear loads) depending on load connected and battery voltage. The peak DC to AC conversion efficiency of the Global LF series is >88%. Don’t parallel the AC output of the inverters to increase power capacity as they have no...
60Hz model). The Global LF series inverter has a very rapid charge current available, and the max charge current can be adjusted from 15%-100% (based on model) via a liner switch to the right of the battery type selector. This will be helpful if you are using our powerful charger on a small capacity battery bank.
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If the AC is reconnected or the battery voltage drops below 12Vdc/24Vdc, the charger will restart the above cycle. If the charge maintains the float state for 10 days, the charger will deliberately reset the cycle to protect the battery. Battery Type Selector Switch setting Description...
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Charging depleted batteries The Global LF series inverter allows a generator to start up and through power (bypass) after batteries are depleted. See top of page 10 for generator recommendation.
It is the same generator until it has locked onto the generator’s output. This delay is also designed to avoid frequent 2.5.4 Auto Frequency Adjust inverter’s input lin 2.5.5 “Power On” and “Power Off”. When the power switch is in “Unit Off” position, the inverter...
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Note: The minimum power of a load to take inverter out of sleep mode (Power Saver On) is 50 Watts for inverters 1000-3000 watts and 100 Watts for 4000-6000 watts. The Global LF Series is designed with extremely low idle power consumption, only a mere 0.8-1.8% of its rated power.
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Global LF Series Idle Power Consumption (in Watts) Model NO Power Saver Off Power Saver On (3Secs) PICOGLF10W12V230V 12.5 PICOGLF10W12V120V 12.5 PICOGLF10W24V230V PICOGLF10W24V120V 16.5 PICOGLF15W12V230V 12.5 PICOGLF15W12V120V 13.5 PICOGLF15W24V230V PICOGLF15W24V120V 16.5 PICOGLF20W12V230V 11.7 PICOGLF20W12V120V 12.7 PICOGLF20W24V230V 24.5 11.5 PICOGLF20W24V120V 26.5 12.2...
The inverter will go to over temp protection when the heat sink temp. ≥105ºC(221℉), and go to fault (shutdown Output) after 30 seconds. The switch needs be reset to activate the inverter. The Global LF series inverter has back feeding protection which avoids presenting an AC voltage on the AC input terminal in inverter mode.
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Remote LED - REMOTELFLED The remote LED has on/off and power save switch. There are also 3 indicator LEDs for the battery charger, inverter mode and faults. Remote LCD - REMOTELF The remote LCD displays detailed information of the inverter. (1) Shore/ Generator voltage (6) Output voltage (2) DC voltage on inverter...
Display screen provides the following info: Input AC Voltage Output AC Voltage Battery Voltage Output Frequency Output Load Work Mode Alarm Fault Battery Capacity WARNING ONLY USE REMOTELF WITH PORT LABELED LCD. ONLY USE REMOTELFLED WITH PORT LABELED LED.
2.5.9 Audible Alarm Battery Voltage Low Inverter green LED lit, and the buzzer beeps 0.5s every 5s. Inverter green LED lit, and the buzzer beeps 0.5s every 1s and Fault after Battery Voltage High 60s. (1)110%<load<125%(±10%), No audible alarm in 14 minutes, Beeps 0.5s every 1s in 15 minute and Fault after 15 minutes;...
2.5.11 DIP Switches On the DC end of inverter, there are 5 DIP switches that enable users to customize some of the inverter charger's functions. Switch NO Switch Function Position: 0 Position: 1 SW1(Utility Priority) 10.0VDC 10.5VDC Low Battery Trip Point SW1(Battery Priority) 10.5VDC 11.5VDC...
AC/Battery Priority (SW5): The inverter charger is designed with AC priority as default. This means, when AC input is present, the battery will charge first, and the inverter will transfer the input AC to power the load. Only when the AC input is stable for a continuous period of 15 days will the inverter start a battery inverting cycle to protect the battery.
It is better to shut everything off after low voltage trip than to leave your load on, due to the risk of fire. Conformal Coating AIMS Power's entire line of Global LF inverters have been processed with a conformal coating on the PCB, making it water, rust, and dust resistant as well as corrosion resistant.
• PICOGLF Series Owner’s Manual If items appear to be missing or damaged, contact AIMS Power. If at all possible, keep your shipping box and all packaging. It will help protect your inverter from damage if it ever needs to be returned for service.
3-2. Location Follow all the local regulations to install the inverter. Install the equipment in an INDOOR location that is dry, clean, free from dust, cool and with good ventilation. Working temperature: -14℉ to 122℉ | Storage temperature: 40℉ to 158℉ | Relative Humidity: 0% to 95, non-condensing | Cooling: forced airc Do not install upside down (top side facing down).
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Power DC Input voltage Wire Gauge AWG 1/0 AWG 4 1.5KW AWG 1/0 1.5KW AWG 4 AWG 1/0 AWG 1/0 AWG 4 AWG 4/0 AWG 1/0 AWG 4 AWG 4/0 AWG 1/0 AWG 1/0 AWG 4/0 AWG 1/0 AWG 4/0 AWG 1/0 Battery cables must be crimped (or preferably, soldered and crimped) copper compression lugs unless aluminum mechanical lugs are used.
3-4. AC Wiring The AC terminal is rated for wires of 8 AWG to 20 AWG, we recommend using 10 to 8 AWG wire to connect to the ac terminal block. When in AC mode the AC input power will supply both the loads and AC charger, a thicker wire gauge for AC input is required.
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Wiring Option 2 240V split phase Input: Ground + Hot line 1 + Hot line 2 - 240 Vac Output: Hot line 1 + Hot line 2 + Neutral - 240 Vac Option 2 Wiring Option 3 240V split phase Input: Ground + Hot line 1 + Hot line 2 - 240 Vac Output: Hot line 2 +Neutral - 120 Vac Note: In such case, each output hot line can only...
Caution: Wiring Option 2 and Wiring Option 3 are designed for split phase models 120/240V. 240 Volt input and 120/240 Volt output. Wiring Option 1 for single phase models only. Model# PICOGLF4012120240VS ONLY. This inverter is 120 AC input to 120/240 AC output. WARNING For split phase models, AC input neutral is not required in wiring.
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sabling t e A tion In some installations, this feature must be disabled. To accommodate these situations, the automatic Neutral-to-Ground Connection system can be defeated, so it will not bond the neutral in any mode of operation. If you are not sure whether you must disable this feature, please refer to local code requirements. There is a section of green wire with the insulated connector at the left side of the AC terminal block.
4. Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting contains information about how to troubleshoot possible error conditions while using the Global LF Inverter & Charger. The following chart is designed to help you quickly pinpoint the most common inverter failures. Indicator and Buzzer Indicator on top cover LED on Remote Switch SHORE OVER...
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Symptom Possible Cause Recommended Solution Batteries are not connected, loose Check the batteries and cable battery-side connections. connections. Check DC fuse and Inverter will not turn on during breaker. initial power up. Low battery voltage. Charge the battery. No AC output voltage and no Inverter has been manually Press the switch to Power saver on indicator lights ON.
In no event shall AIMS be liable for indirect, special or consequential damages. This warranty only applies to AIMS Power branded products. All other name brand products are warranted by and according to their respective manufacturer.
Specifications Global Low Freq Series Inverter & AC Charger Electrical Specifications Model 1.5KW Continuous Output 1000W 1500W 2000W 3000W 4000W 5000W 6000W Power Surge Rating(20s) 3000W 4500W 6000W 9000W 12000W 15000W 18000W Capable of Starting 1.5HP Electric Motor Output Waveform Pure sine wave/Same as input (bypass mode) Nominal Efficiency >88%(Peak)
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(*2 for 24V and *4 for 48V) Battery type Fast Vdc Float Vdc Gel U.S.A 14.0 13.7 A.G.M 1 14.1 13.4 A.G.M 2 14.6 13.7 Sealed Lead Acid 14.4 13.6 Gel Euro 14.4 13.8 Open Lead Acid (flooded) 14.8 13.8 14.4 14.4 Lithium battery...
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Do you have a question about the Global LF Series and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers
How do I make my LF 4000w charger/inverter, charge my battery bank when the the batteries are not fully discharged? It will only start charging when the battery is below the automatic charging set point where the battery is depleted to near zero and the inverter is automatically shut down. So, if the charging cycle is interrupted before the batteries are fully charged, after any period of time, I can't start the charger again to complete the charging operation. This has been an issue, brand new out of the box, so must be part of the design.
To charge your battery bank when the batteries are not fully discharged using the AIMS Power LF 4000W charger/inverter, you need to ensure the inverter is set to a regular charging mode (not de-sulphation) and that the generator, if used, meets the recommended size (at least 150% of inverter capacity). Avoid using the de-sulphation setting unless the batteries are sulphated and will not accept a charge. There is no specific setting mentioned for partial discharge charging, but the inverter should automatically begin charging when AC power is available unless battery voltage is too high to trigger charging.
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Picoglf60w24v240vs can this unit input and output 120v?charge wise.