Power Innovations Chameleon Installation And Operation Manual

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Chameleon
Installation and Operation Manual
MNL110
Rev 4.0

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  • Page 1 Chameleon ™ Installation and Operation Manual MNL110 Rev 4.0...
  • Page 2 Chameleon™ Voltage Auto-Select Isolation Transformer (120 VAC or 230 VAC Input or Output, 2 kVA)
  • Page 3 READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important information that you will need to operate the Chameleon™ safely and efficiently. Please read all instructions carefully before installing or operating equipment. Keep this manual handy for easy reference.
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Revision 10/1/18 MNL110-4.0 Table of Contents 1— Introduction ................................1 1.1— Product Overview ............................... 1 1.1.1— Key Product Features ..........................1 1.1.2— Safety Features ............................2 1.1.3— Watchdog Feature ............................2 1.1.4— Key Watchdog Features ..........................2 1.2— Using This Manual ............................. 2 1.3—...
  • Page 6 Revision 10/1/18 MNL110-4.0 5— Warranty ................................11 Limited Warranty ..............................11 Repair or Replacement ............................11 Legal Rights and Restrictions ..........................11 Proof of Purchase ..............................11 Limitation of Remedies ............................11 Incidental Damages ..............................11 Customer Support ..............................12 Making a Claim .................................
  • Page 7: 1-Introduction

    The company hopes this product will serve you well for a long time. 1.1—Product Overview The Chameleon auto-selects the input voltage (120 VAC or 230 VAC / 50 or 60 Hz) and provides a controlled output selectable voltage (120 VAC or 230 VAC / 50 or 60 Hz) for universal power standards.
  • Page 8: 2-Safety Features

    • Over-temperature shutdown 1.1.3—Watchdog Feature The Chameleon Watchdog feature is a sentinel circuit on the input that monitors voltage levels and stability. When a power source is connected to the Chameleon, the unit senses the incoming voltage and automatically sets the internal input circuits for the proper voltage range.
  • Page 9: 2-Breaker Positions

    Revision 10/1/18 MNL110-4.0 Some of the information is very important, while other information may be good to know. To show the importance of each piece of information, the following symbols are used: ELECTRICAL WARNING Denotes advice that, if not followed, could cause severe bodily harm or death due to electrical shock.
  • Page 10: Safety Warnings And Cautions

    Chameleon. 1.4.2—WARNINGS The Chameleon is intended for installation in a controlled environment. For safety, read this manual carefully before operating the Chameleon unit. Follow all installation instructions and warnings. 1.4.3—Cautions Obey all warnings within this manual. Failure to do so may void the warranty.
  • Page 11: 2-Unpacking And Installation

    2.2—Installation Site The Chameleon is typically installed in a rack system but may also be used in a standalone configuration. The system will operate better if placed in a controlled environment. An indoor location may be the best, but the system can also be installed outdoors.
  • Page 12: Installing The Unit

    2.3.3—Initial Startup For questions about LED indicators, please see Operation. 1. Turn ON the INPUT breaker. The Chameleon will be turned ON, and the input LED for either 120 VAC or 230 VAC will illuminate. 2. Check that the correct LED illuminates to show the input voltage being provided.
  • Page 13: 4-After Initial Startup

    Revision 10/1/18 MNL110-4.0 2.3.4—After Initial Startup Once the startup procedure is complete, the Chameleon should be left ON during normal operation. An output device can be turned ON or OFF without turning the Chameleon system ON or OFF. To add or remove the devices, however, the Chameleon must be turned OFF.
  • Page 14: 3-Operation

    Revision 10/1/18 MNL110-4.0 3—Operation 3.1—Operating Temperature Always operate the Chameleon within the correct temperature range, as specified in Product Specifications. 3.2—Using the LED Indicators Factory output configurations vary and may include: • 120 VAC and 230 VAC • 120 VAC only •...
  • Page 15: Maintenance

    3.4—Troubleshooting Due to its unique design, the Chameleon must be serviced only by authorized personnel. If the unit fails to operate properly, contact Power Innovations customer support. If there is a problem with the Chameleon, refer to Table 1, Troubleshooting Guide before contacting Customer Service.
  • Page 16: 4-Product Specifications

    Revision 10/1/18 MNL110-4.0 4—Product Specifications Table 2—Product Specifications General Rating Input Voltage range 120/240 VAC Maximum current 20/15 A Output Voltage range 120/240 VAC Maximum current 20/15 A Input breaker switch 20 A Overcurrent shutdown 20 A Input auto-select threshold voltage From low line to high line 110–140 V From high line to low line...
  • Page 17: 5-Warranty

    Repair or Replacement If any part or portion of the Power Innovations product fails to conform to the Warranty within the Warranty period, Power Innovations, at its option, will furnish new or factory remanufactured products for repair or replacement of that portion or part.
  • Page 18: Customer Support

    The product must not have been previously altered, repaired, or serviced by anyone other than a service facility authorized by Power Innovations to render such service, and the serial number of the product must not have been altered or removed. To be covered by this warranty, the product will not have been subjected to accident, misuse or abuse, or operated contrary to the instructions contained in the User’s Manual.
  • Page 19 If there are any questions or comments about this product, please feel free to contact us. Power Innovations International, Inc. 801) 785-4123 Fax: (801) 785-6999 Email: support@power-innovations.com Copyright © 2018 Power Innovations International, Inc.; American Fork, UT, USA All rights reserved. Building a Safer and Greener Future...

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