1.0 Introduction - Sensata Magnum-Dimensions MagnaSine MS-G Series Owner's Manual

Introduction

1.0 Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of a MS-G Series inverter/charger from Sensata. The MS-G
Series products include the MS2000-G, MS2012-G, MS2812-G, and MS4024-G inverters; all are
under the Magnum-Dimensions brand from Sensata Technologies. The MS-G Series is a "pure"
sine wave inverter designed especially for rugged mobile applications, home backup power, and
standalone applications. Powerful, yet simple to use, this inverter/charger will provide you with
years of trouble-free performance you have come to expect from Sensata.
Installation is easy. Simply connect the inverter's output to your distribution circuits or electrical
panel, connect your utility or AC generator power to the inverter, connect the batteries, and then
switch it on for power.
Info: This is a sizable manual and much of it is fairly technical. Terms may be used
throughout the manual that are unfamiliar to you. Refer to the Inverter/Charger
Terminology glossary in Appendix D for clarifi cation.
The MS-G Series inverter/charger includes the following:
• 2000, 2800, or 4000 watt model in a small footprint—less area needed for installation
• Pure sine wave output
• Automatic PFC (Power Factor Corrected) multi-stage battery charging
• RS485 standard communication protocol
• Factory-installed Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) outlet (with test and reset
capability) for AC output
• Remote and Network ports (easy connection for optional accessories)
• Inverter-mounted ON/OFF switch with LED indicator
• 30-amp per leg AC pass-thru capability
• Field serviceable for qualifi ed personnel—tested repair kits available
• Automatic battery temperature compensation (when using the Battery Temperature
Sensor) for optimum charging even during extreme temperature changes
• Overcurrent, over-temperature, and high/low battery voltage protection
Regulatory Compliance
The MS-G Series inverter/charger is designated as a standalone (non grid-interactive) power
inverter with an internal battery charger. It can be connected to the utility grid (or to a generator)
to allow the inverter batteries to be charged, and to power inverter loads while connected. The
MS-G series is not a grid-interactive (also known as utility-interactive) inverter and does not have
the capability to export (or sell) power back into the utility grid.
The MS-G Series has been tested and listed to UL 458, 5th Edition (Power Converters/Inverters
and Power Converter/Inverter Systems for Land Vehicles and Marine Crafts) and UL 1741, 2nd
Edition¹ (Inverters, Converters and Controllers for Use in Independent Power Systems) for use
in the US; and is also certifi ed to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 (General Use Power Supplies) for use
in Canada. It has been tested and certified to these product safety standards by Intertek Testing
Services (known as ETL), which is a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). NRTL's
are qualified organizations that meet Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
regulations to perform independent safety testing and product certifi cation.
The MS-G Series also meets the KKK-A-1822E standard for use in ambulances.
Note¹ – The MS2000-G model is not listed to the UL 1741 standard.
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