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- Page 1 Operator’s Manual WF-8855E WF-9900 Series Deckmount Converter-Charger Distributed in the U.S.A. and Canada by ARTERRA DISTRIBUTION (877) 294-8997 Warranty: warranty@wfcoelectronics.com Fax (574) 294-8698 Power PROs Technical Support www.wfcoelectronics.com (877) 294-8997...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S SAFETY INFORMATION ......................3 GENERAL INFORMATION Reverse Battery Protection ......................3 Automatic Cooling Fan ........................ 4 Over-Temperature Protection ...................... 4 Electronic Current Limiting ......................4 Short Circuit Protection ....................... 4 CIRCUIT PROTECTION DC Fuses ............................ -
Page 3: General Information
WF-8855E Series Converter-Charger Safety Features Reverse Battery Protection The WF-8855E Series Converter-Chargers will charge the 12-volt house battery if installed. A battery does not have to be installed for WF-8855E Series Converter-Chargers operation. When a battery is installed, two reverse polarity fuses are installed to protect the converter circuitry. -
Page 4: Automatic Cooling Fan
Electronic Current Limiting In the event that the output current exceeds the maximum rating for the WF-8855E Series Converter-Charger, the output current will remain constant, but the output voltage will begin to drop. If this occurs, the unit will recover once loads are reduced. -
Page 5: Circuit Protection
WF-8855E Series Converter-Charger Fuses DC Fuses (12 Volts) The DC fuse receptacle on the rear panel of the WF-8855E Series Converter-Charger has space for 2 (two) Reverse Battery Protection fuses (see Figure 1 above). These fuses should be replaced with ATC or ATO automotive type fuses, such as Littelfuse type 257 or Bussmann type ATC. -
Page 6: Troubleshooting Instructions
Troubleshooting the WF-8855E Series Converter-Charger Converter Output Voltage Before checking the WF-8855E Series Converter-Charger output voltage, disconnect the battery cables at the battery. Make sure the converter is plugged into a live AC source (190-260 Volts). Check the converter output voltage at the battery with a voltmeter. Place the meter probes on the disconnected battery cables;... -
Page 7: Reverse Polarity Fuses
RV manufacturer. Also check for loose wiring connections. Reverse Polarity Fuses If there is no DC output coming from the WF-8855E Series Converter-Charger output lugs, first check the reverse polarity fuses on the rear panel. Then, visually inspect the fuses for any breaks in the fuse element. -
Page 8: Troubleshooting Flow Chart
Figure 4 GENERAL COMPLIANCE INFORMATION Agency Listings The WF-8855E Converter-Chargers are UL-Listed, and cUL-Listed (Canadian). FCC Compliance Class B NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. -
Page 9: Installation Instructions
The front of the enclosure should not be obstructed to allow free air flow for the cooling fan (Figure 5). An 8AWG copper conductor shall be used to bond the WF-8855E Converter-Charger to the vehicle frame. -
Page 10: Dc Connections
You will notice the same occurrence when the converter is initially energized on Shore power. AC Connections The WF-8855E Converter-Chargers receive power from the power cord on the opposite end of the enclosure from the DC lugs. The WF-8855E has a standard 15 Amp plug. - Page 11 Figure 6...
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Page 12: Specifications
Figure 7... - Page 16 W F C O E L E C T R O N I C S . C O M...
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