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- Page 1 MagnaSine Hybrid – Mobile Series Pure Sine Wave Inverter/Charger MSH-Mobile Series Owner’s Manual...
- Page 2 The MSH-M Series inverter/charger may only be used in life support devices and systems with the express written approval of Magnum Energy. Failure of this inverter can reasonably be expected to cause failure of that life support device or system, or to affect the safety or effectiveness of that device or system.
- Page 3 Overcurrent protection for the battery supply is not provided as an integral part of this inverter. Overcurrent protection of the battery cables must be provided as part of the system installation. Refer to Section 2.4 “DC Wiring” for more information. Page iii © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc.
- Page 4 Safety Information • Overcurrent protection for the AC output wiring is not provided as an integral part of this inverter. Overcurrent protection of the AC output wiring must be provided as part of the system installation. Refer to Section 2.5 “AC Wiring” for more information. Note: An output breaker is provided on the inverter to provide overcurrent protection to the inverter’s internal wires;...
- Page 5 être fournis dans le cadre de l’installation du système. Reportez-vous à la section Câblage cc dans le chapitre d’installation pour plus d’informations. • Protection contre les surintensités pour le câblage de sortie AC n’est pas fourni en tant que Page v © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc.
- Page 6 Safety Information partie intégrante de cet onduleur. Protection contre les surintensités du câblage de sortie CA doit être fournie dans le cadre de l’installation du système. Reportez-vous à la section Câblage ca dans le chapitre d’installation pour plus d’informations. Remarque: Un disjoncteur de sortie est prévue sur le convertisseur pour fournir une protection contre les surintensités de fi...
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Connecting a Large DC Ground Wire ..............27 Inverter Warning Label ...................27 Final Inspection .....................27 Functional Test ....................28 Operation ..................29 Inverter Mode ....................29 Standby Mode ....................30 3.2.1 Battery Charging ..................30 3.2.2 Load Support ....................32 Current Flow ....................33 Transfer Time ....................34 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page vii... - Page 8 Appendix C – Power Consumption and Output Waveforms ....51 Appliance Power Consumption .................51 Inverter Output Waveforms ................51 Appendix D – Inverter/Charger Terminology ........52 Appendix E – Warranty and Service Information .........54 Limited Warranty ...................54 How to Receive Repair Service .................54 Page viii © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc.
- Page 9 Table 3-2, Inverter/Charger Default Values ..............38 Table 3-3, Inverter Compatibility Level ................39 Table 3-4, Remote Compatibility Level ................39 Table 4-1, Basic Inverter Troubleshooting (Remote not available) ........41 Table C-1, Typical Appliance Power Consumption ..............51 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page ix...
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Page 10: 1.0 Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the MagnaSine Hybrid – Mobile (i.e., MSH-M) Series inverter/ charger from Magnum Energy. The MSH-M Series is a “hybrid” pure sine wave inverter designed especially for rugged mobile applications (i.e., trucks, RVs and boats). Powerful, yet simple to use, this inverter/charger will provide you with years of trouble-free performance you have come to expect from Magnum Energy. -
Page 11: How The Msh-M Inverter/Charger Works
Magnum accessories such as the Advanced Remote Control (ME- ARC), Standard Remote Control (ME-RC), Automatic Generator Start – Networked (ME-AGS-N), and Battery Monitor Kit (ME-BMK) can be used—see Section A-3 “Optional Equipment and Accessories” for more information on these products. © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 2... -
Page 12: Features And Benefi Ts
Network Port (green label – RJ11 connection) Remote Port (blue label – RJ11 connection) Battery Temperature Sensor Port (yellow label – RJ11 connection) Figure 1-1, Power Switch, Status LED, and Accessory Connection Ports Page 3 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. -
Page 13: Figure 1-2, Electrical Connection Points
Intake Air Vents (and on right side - front) Positive (+) DC terminal (under cover) AC Entry/ Negative (-) Exit DC terminal Connections (under cover) Mounting Flange Equipment Ground Terminal Figure 1-2, Electrical Connection Points © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 4... -
Page 14: Figure 1-3, Left Side Features
60 amps or damage to the relays may occur. 14 Model/Serial 15 AC Access Cover Number Label Exhaust Air Vents (and on right side – rear) CB2 (60A) CB1 (60A) AC Output AC Input Figure 1-3, Left Side Features Page 5 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. -
Page 15: 2.0 Installation
If items appear to be missing or damaged, contact your authorized Magnum Energy dealer or Magnum Energy. If at all possible, keep your shipping box to help protect your inverter from damage if it ever needs to be returned for service. Save your proof-of-purchase as a record of your ownership;... -
Page 16: Figure 2-1, Simplifi Ed Installation Diagram
MSH-M Series Inverter/ Charger Overcurrent Shunt Protection (breaker or fuse/switch) ME-BMK Battery Monitor with shunt (Magnum Accessory) Battery Bank ME-SBC Smart Battery Combiner (Magnum Accessory) Figure 2-1, Simplifi ed Installation Diagram Page 7 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. -
Page 17: Locating The Inverter
Away from sensitive electronic equipment – High powered inverters can generate levels of RFI (Radio Frequency Interference). Locate any electronic equipment susceptible to radio frequency and electromagnetic interference as far away from the inverter as possible. © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 8... -
Page 18: Mounting The Inverter
HEN THE INVERTER IS MOUNTED IN THIS POSITION MP-HOOD ( INVERTER HOOD ON TOP AND EITHER ME-CB MPX-CB CONDUIT BOX ON BOTTOM MUST BE USED OUNTED TERMINALS TO THE RIGHT Figure 2-2, Approved Mounting Positions Page 9 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. -
Page 19: Figure 2-3, Msh-M Series Dimensions And Side References
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Page 20: Wiring The Inverter - General Requirements
Ground wiring to and from the inverter. 2.3.4 Torque Requirements Torque all AC wiring connections to 16 in lbf (1.8 N-m). Torque DC cable connections from 10 to 12 ft lbf (13.6 to 16.3 N-m). Page 11 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. -
Page 21: Dc Wiring
RED for positive (+); WHITE for negative (–); and GREEN (or bare copper) for DC ground, to avoid polarity problems. • Do not attempt to use the chassis in place of the battery negative connection for grounding. The inverter requires a reliable return path directly to the battery. © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 12... -
Page 22: Figure 2-4, Dc And Battery Temperature Sensor Wiring
(optional) Battery Bank’s Positive Cable Positive Busbar (optional) Battery Bank’s Negative Cable DC System Grounding point (vehicle chassis/ frame or main engine frame) Battery Bank Figure 2-4, DC and Battery Temperature Sensor Wiring Page 13 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. -
Page 23: Dc Wire Sizing
– Per the NEC, the DC grounding electrode conductor can be a #6 AWG conductor if that is the only connection to the grounding electrode and that grounding electrode is a rod, pipe, or plate electrode. © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 14... -
Page 24: Dc Cable Connections
Kep nut (with ring lug) 5/8" usable length and battery post. battery cable battery (with ring lug) post Figure 2-5, Battery Hardware Figure 2-6, Inverter DC Hardware Installation Installation Page 15 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. -
Page 25: Wiring The Dc Overcurrent Protection Device
For compartment or enclosure installations, always vent batteries to the outside. Info: To ensure the best performance from your inverter system, batteries should be of the same size, type, rating, and age. Do not use old or untested batteries. © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 16... -
Page 26: Battery Temperature Sensor Installation And Wiring
3. Connect the RJ11 connector end of the BTS cable to the yellow-labeled BTS port on the inverter (Item 6, Figure 1-1). FRONT VIEW ~2" ~1" (~5.1 cm) (~2.54 cm) ~¾” (~1.9 cm) 0.375" diameter Cable (~.95 cm) ~½” (~1.3 cm) SIDE VIEW Figure 2-7, Battery Temperature Sensor Page 17 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. -
Page 27: Wiring The Inverter To The Battery Bank
Attach the red and black terminal covers over the inverter’s DC connectors and secure them in place with the supplied screws. If the batteries are in an enclosure, perform a fi nal check of the connections to the battery terminals, then close and secure the battery enclosure. © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 18... -
Page 28: Ac Wiring
40 inches (1.0 meter) of the output connections if the unprotected insulated conductors are contained throughout their entire distance in a sheath or enclosure such as a conduit/junction box or enclosed panel. Page 19 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. -
Page 29: Recommended Gfci (Ground Fault Circuit Interruption) Outlets
The AC ground terminal can accept one #14 to #6 AWG (2.1 to 13.3 mm ) CU stranded wire. It uses a slotted head screw and has a recommended maximum tightening torque of 45 in lbf (5.1 N-m). Figure 2-8, AC Terminal Block © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 20... -
Page 30: Ac Conductor Wiring
16 in lbf (3.6 N-m), and the AC ground terminal is torqued to a maximum tightening torque of 45 in lbf (5.1 N-m). 4. Replace the AC wiring access cover and the covers on the main electrical/distribution panel. Page 21 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. -
Page 31: Figure 2-9, Ac Wiring
In mobile installations: neutral is typically not connected to ground in main panel. A maximum 60-amp single-pole breaker is required on the inverter’s AC input. Main Panel Sub-Panel and Outlets (Shorepower/Generator Input) (Inverter Loads) Figure 2-9, AC Wiring © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 22... -
Page 32: Grounding Inverters
BUSBAR BUSBAR Ground Ground EGC - AC EGC - DC DC SYSTEM GROUND BUSBAR ROUNDING ROUNDING LECTRODE GEC-AC GEC-DC (Vehicle chassis/frame YSTEM or main engine frame) Figure 2-10, Grounding System for MSH-M Series Page 23 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. -
Page 33: Equipment Grounding Conductors
DC Side – The size of the system bonding jumper (SBJ) in the DC electrical system must not be smaller than the DC grounding electrode conductor (GEC–DC) used. © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 24... -
Page 34: Grounding On Boats
(and the transformer secondary neutral) may be grounded at the AC main grounding bus instead of at the inverter. Note – See the ABYC Standard for complete AC/DC grounding requirements. Page 25 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. -
Page 35: Neutral To Safety Ground Bonding
Inverter /Charger (Inverter Mode) Inverter /Charger (Standby Mode) Neu-Gnd Relay (K1) Neu-Gnd Relay (K1) NEUT IN NEUT IN NEUT OUT NEUT OUT GROUND GROUND Figure 2-11, Neutral-to-Ground Figure 2-12, Neutral-to-Ground Connection (Standby Mode) Connection (Inverter Mode) © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 26... -
Page 36: Connecting A Large Dc Ground Wire
4. Replace the covers on the main electrical/distribution panel. 5. Replace the chassis access cover. 6. Verify the inverter’s front panel switch is in the “OFF” position. Info: If required by code, have the installation inspected by an electrical inspector. Page 27 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. -
Page 37: Functional Test
Troubleshooting section in this manual. AC Terminal Block CB2 (60A) CB1 (60A) AC OUTPUT AC INPUT AC Output Neutral to Ground 120VAC (+/- 5%) < 0.5VAC Figure 2-15, AC Voltage Checks © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 28... -
Page 38: 3.0 Operation
HOT OUT (60A) (60A) AC Hot NEUTRAL OUT Transfer Relay NEUTRAL IN AC GROUND Output Neutral-Ground Relay Transfer Relay DC NEGATIVE DC POSITIVE FET Bridge Power Transformer Figure 3-1, Power Flow – Inverter Mode Page 29 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. -
Page 39: Standby Mode
This is caused by: 1) The internal temperature is too hot—the charger automatically reduces the charge rate to maintain temperature; or 2) The AC input voltage falls below 90 VAC—the charger will stop charging to help stabilize the incoming AC voltage. © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 30... -
Page 40: Figure 3-3, Automatic 4-Stage Charging Graph
Voltage Voltage Voltage Time Goes to Full Charge after Charge 4 hours in Rate Absorb Float Charge Current Time Monitored Constant Reduced No Current Current Current Current Figure 3-3, Automatic 4-Stage Charging Graph Page 31 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. -
Page 41: Load Support
Info: The charger must be enabled (not in ‘Charger Standby’) for the Load Support VDC feature to be active. © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 32... -
Page 42: Current Flow
AC loads. AC Current MSH Inverter DC Current (Grid/Gen) (Battery) -20A AC Loads (Medium) +20A Figure 3-6, MSH Current Flow – Charger Back-off Page 33 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. -
Page 43: Transfer Time
VAC dropout threshold. Info: When switching from Inverter mode to Standby mode, the inverter waits approximately 15 seconds to ensure the AC source is stable before transferring. © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 34... -
Page 44: Battery Temperature Sensor Operation
No Change No Change -0.15 -0.15V -0.3V -0.3 -0.3V -0.6V -0.45 -0.45V -0.9V -0.6 -0.6V -1.2V -0.75 -0.75V -1.5V 104F 113F 122F Temperature reading from BTS Figure 3-9, BTS Temperature to Charge Voltage Change Page 35 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. -
Page 45: Protection Circuitry Operation
33.2 VDC LBCI 12.5 VDC 25.0 VDC LBCO* 10.0 VDC 20.0 VDC (1 minute delay) (9.0 – 12.2 VDC) (18.0 – 24.4 VDC) LBCO (immediate) 8.5 VDC 17.0 VDC *adjustable with remote control © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 36... -
Page 46: Inverter Startup
AC loads connected to the inverter’s output). Power ON/OFF pushbutton switch Charging/Inverting Status LED indicator Figure 3-10, Power Switch and Status Indicator Page 37 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. -
Page 47: Factory Default Values
Battery Type Flooded - Liquid Lead Acid MSH3012M units: Absorb = 14.6 VDC, Float = 13.4 VDC, MSH4024M units: Absorb = 29.2 VDC, Float = 26.8 VDC. Charge Rate 100% VAC Dropout 80 VAC © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 38... -
Page 48: Inverter Fan Operation
Required’ on the remote compatibility matrix on our website, then your inverter can support the device setting/feature you want. If your inverter does not have the required compatibility level for a feature/setting you want, contact Magnum Energy to determine if there is a software upgrade option for your inverter. -
Page 49: 4.0 Maintenance And Troubleshooting
WARNING: If an automatic generator start device were to start and run the generator for an extended period of time in a confi ned area, a potentially fatal level of CO (Carbon Monoxide) could accumulate. © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 40... -
Page 50: Troubleshooting
This is normal; see Section 3.5 (Battery Temperature DC charge voltage is (BTS) is installed, the DC voltage will Sensor Operation) for more information. higher or lower than increase or decrease depending on the expected. temperature around the BTS. Page 41 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. -
Page 51: Performing An Inverter Reset
Info: If DC disconnects are not used, there may be a momentary spark when the positive battery cable is connected to the inverter’s terminal. This is normal and indicates that the inverter’s internal capacitors are being charged. © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 42... -
Page 52: Appendix A - Specifi Cations And Optional Equipment
Shelf or wall (vents not allowed to face downward unless ME-CB or MPX-CB is installed) Weight Unit: 55 lb (24.9 kg) / Shipping: 63 lb (28.6 kg) Max operating altitude 15,000 ft (4570 m) Specifi cations @ 25°C - Subject to change without notice. Page 43 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. -
Page 53: Inverter Effi Ciency
Motors and other inductive loads run less effi ciently due to the impact of power factor losses. MSH3012M MSH4024M MSH3012M MSH4024M Wattage Figure A-1, MSH-M Series Effi ciency Chart Figure A-2, MSH-M Series Inverter Power vs Temperature © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 44... -
Page 54: A-3 Optional Equipment And Accessories
Figure A-3, MSH-M Series Charge Current vs Temperature A-3 Optional Equipment and Accessories The following Magnum Energy components are available for use with the MSH-M Series inverter/ charger. Some of these items are required depending upon the intended use of the inverter. -
Page 55: Appendix B - Battery Information
AC shorepower or a generator. Info: For the MSH-M Series inverter/charger to perform optimally, a minimum battery bank of 200 AH is recommended for moderate loads (<1000W) and greater than 400 AH for heavy loads (≥1000W). © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 46... -
Page 56: B-5 Battery Bank Sizing Worksheet
AC source for the calculated load, the Total Amp- Hours should be multiplied by 1.2 to factor in an average 80% inverter effi ciency. Page 47 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. -
Page 57: Battery Wiring Confi Gurations
= 200 AH @ 12 VDC 200 AH @ 6 VDC (200 AH) (200 AH) add voltage add capacity add voltage and in series in parallel capacity together Figure B-3, Series-Parallel Battery Wiring © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 48... -
Page 58: Figure B-4, Battery Bank Wiring Examples (12-Volt)
(6 VDC + 6 VDC) (200 AH) (200 AH) 12-volt battery bank (two strings of two 6-volt batteries wired in series and connected in parallel) Figure B-4, Battery Bank Wiring Examples (12-volt) Page 49 © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. -
Page 59: Figure B-5, Battery Bank Wiring Examples (24-Volt)
24-volt battery bank (two strings of four 6-volt batteries wired in series and connected in parallel) 24-volt battery bank (two strings of four 6-volt batteries wired in series and connected in parallel) Figure B-5, Battery Bank Wiring Examples (24-volt) © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 50... -
Page 60: Appendix C - Power Consumption And Output Waveforms
Appendix C – Power Consumption and Output Waveforms Appendix C – Power Consumption and Output Waveforms Appliance Power Consumption The MSH-M Series inverter/charger can power a wide range of household appliances including small motors, hair dryers, clocks, and other electrical devices. As with any appliance using batteries for power, there is a certain length of time that it can run—this is called “run time.”... -
Page 61: Appendix D - Inverter/Charger Terminology
Grid (The grid) – Also called the utility grid, this refers to the public power distribution system. Impedance – Slows the electrical fl ow of Alternating Current (AC). LED (Light Emitting Diode) – A light made up of semi-conducting material. © 2013 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 52... - Page 62 Appendix D – Inverter/Charger Terminology Line Tie – Term used when the inverter is connected to public power or the “grid” system. Load(s) – An electrical item that draws power (i.e., lights, radio, refrigerator, etc.,) to work. Locked Rotor Amps – The current drawn by an electric motor with the shaft or rotor stopped and locked in position.
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Page 63: Appendix E - Warranty And Service Information
2. The limited warranty extends to the original purchaser of the product and is not assignable or transferable to any subsequent purchaser. 3. During the limited warranty period, Magnum Energy will repair or replace at our option any defective parts, or any parts that will not properly operate for their intended use, with factory new or remanufactured replacement items if such repair or replacement is needed because of product malfunction or failure during normal usage. - Page 64 Magnum Energy, Inc. 2211 West Casino Rd. Everett, WA 98204 Phone: 425-353-8833 Fax: 425-353-8390 Web: www.magnumenergy.com MSH-M Series Owner’s Manual (PN: 64-0058 Rev A)