ABOUT THIS MANUAL Purpose This manual describes the assembly, installation, operation and troubleshooting of this unit. Please read this manual carefully before installations and operations. Keep this manual for future reference. Scope This manual provides safety and installation guidelines as well as information on tools and wiring. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: All safety instructions in this document must be read, understood and followed.
INTRODUCTION This is a multi-function inverter, combining functions of inverter and battery charger to offer uninterruptible power support in a single package. The comprehensive LCD display offers user-configurable and easy-accessible button operations such as battery charging current and acceptable input voltage based on different applications.
INSTALLATION Unpacking and Inspection Before installation, please inspect the content. Be sure that nothing inside the package is damaged. You should have received the following items inside the package: Inverter x 1 User manual x 1 RS232 Communication cable x 1 ...
Mounting the unit by screwing the three screws as shown below. It’s recommended to use M4 or M5 screws. Battery Connection CAUTION: For safety operation and regulation compliance, it’s requested to install a separate DC over-current protector or disconnection device between battery and the inverter. It may not be necessary to have a disconnection device in some applications, however, it’s still recommended to have over-current protection installed.
WARNING: Shock Hazard Installation must be performed with care due to high battery voltage in series. CAUTION!! Do not place anything between inverter terminals and the ring terminals. Otherwise, overheating may occur. CAUTION!! Do not apply anti-oxidant substance on the terminals before terminals are securely tightened.
WARNING: Be sure that the AC power source is disconnected before attempting wire connections. 4. Insert AC output wires according to polarities indicated on terminal block and tighten terminal screws. Be sure to connect the grounding wire ( ) first. →Ground (yellow-green) L→LINE (brown or black) N→Neutral (blue)
Remote Display Panel Installation The LCD module can be removable and installed in a remote location with an optional communication cable. Please take the follow steps to implement this remote panel installation. Step 1. Remove the screw on the bottom of LCD panel and pull down the module from the case. Detach the cable from the remote communication port.
Step 3. Connect LCD module to the inverter with an optional RJ45 communication cable as shown below. RS-232 communication Remote To PC communication USB communication To PC BMS communication Communication Options Serial Connection Please use the supplied serial cable to connect between the inverter and your PC. Install the monitoring software from the bundled CD and follow the on-screen instructions to complete your installation.
Dry Contact Signal There is one dry contact (3A/250VAC) available on the rear panel. It could be used to deliver signal to external device when battery voltage reaches warning level. Unit Status Condition Dry contact port: NC & C NO & C Power Off Unit is off and no output is powered.
OPERATION Power ON/OFF Once the unit has been properly installed and the batteries are connected well, simply press On/Off switch (located on the LCD module) to turn on the unit. Operation and Display Panel The operation and the LCD module, shown in the chart below, includes six indicators, six function keys, on/off switch and a LCD display, indicating the operating status and input/output power information.
Function Keys Function Key Description Exit the setting USB function setting Select USB OTG functions To last selection Down To next selection Enter To confirm/enter the selection in setting mode LCD Display Icons Icon Function description Input Source Information Indicates the AC input. Indicate input voltage, input frequency, charger current, charger power, battery voltage.
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Bottom two bars will be on and the other two Constant 2.083 ~ 2.167V/cell bars will flash in turns. Voltage mode Bottom three bars will be on and the top bar > 2.167 V/cell will flash. Floating mode. Batteries are fully charged. 4 bars will be on.
LCD Setting General Setting ” button for 3 seconds, the unit will enter the Setup Mode. Press “ After pressing and holding “ ” or “ ” button to select setting programs. Press “ ” button to confirm you selection or “ ”...
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User-Defined If “User-Defined” is selected, battery charge voltage and low DC cut-off voltage can be set up in program 26, 27 and 29. Pylontech battery If selected, programs of 02, 26, 27 and 29 will be automatically set up. No need for further setting. LIb-protocol compatible Select “...
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240V 40A (default) Setting range is 2A, then from 10A Maximum utility charging to 100A. Increment of each click is current 10A. 11.5V (default) Setting values is from 10.5V to 12.0V. Increment of each click is 0.1V. Setting voltage point back to utility source when selecting “OPB”...
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Alarm on (default) Alarm off Alarm control Return to default display If selected, no matter how users screen (default) switch display screen, it will automatically return to default display screen (Input voltage /output voltage) after no button is pressed for 1 minute. Auto return to default display screen Stay at latest screen...
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Record enable (default) Record disable Record Fault code default setting: 14.1V If self-defined is selected in program 5, this program can be set up. Setting range is from 12.0V to Bulk charging voltage 15.0V. Increment of each click is (C.V voltage) 0.1V.
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default setting: 14.6V Setting range is from 12.0V to 15.0V. Increment of each click is 0.1V. Battery equalization voltage 60min (default) Setting range is from 5min to 900min. Increment of each click is 5min. Battery equalized time 120min (default) Setting range is from 5min to 900 min.
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3 minutes 5 minutes 10 minutes (default) 20 minutes Data log recorded interval *The maximum data log number is 1440. If it’s over 1440, it will re-write the first log. 30 minutes 60 minutes For minute setting, the range is from 0 to 59. Time setting –...
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USB Functional Setting There are three function keys on the display panel to implement USB OTG setting. Insert an OTG USB disk into the USB port ( ). Press and hold “ ” button for 3 seconds to enter USB Setting Mode.
Document inside the USB disk contains the wrong format. If any error occurs, error code will only show for 3 seconds. After 3 seconds, it will automatically return to the main screen. Display Setting The LCD display information will be switched in turns by pressing “ ”...
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Output frequency=50Hz Output frequency Load percent=70% Load percentage When connected load is lower than 1kVA, load in VA will present xxxVA like below chart. Load in VA When load is larger than 1kVA (≧1KVA), load in VA will present x.xkVA like below chart. When load is lower than 1kW, load in W will present xxxW like below chart.
Real date Nov 28, 2024. Real date. Real time 13:20. Real time. Main CPU version 00014.04. Main CPU version checking. Secondary CPU version 00003.03. Secondary CPU version checking. Secondary Bluetooth version 00003.03. Secondary Bluetooth version checking. Operating Mode Description Operation mode Description LCD display Charging by utility.
Note: *Fault mode: Errors are caused by inside circuit error or external reasons such as over temperature, output short No charging. circuited and so on. Charging by utility. The unit will provide output power from the mains. It will Line Mode also charge the battery at Power from utility.
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Equalize Charging and Timeout In Equalize Mode, the controller will supply power to charge battery as much as possible until battery voltage reach the equalization voltage. Then, constant-voltage regulation is applied to maintain battery voltage at the equalization level. The battery will remain in the Equalize Mode until the equalization timer runs out. However, in Equalize Mode, if the battery equalization timer runs out and the battery voltage doesn’t recover to the battery equalization voltage point, the charge controller will extend the battery equalized time until battery voltage achieves equalization voltage.
Fault Reference Code Fault Code Fault Event Icon on Fan is locked when inverter is off. Over temperature Battery voltage is too high Battery voltage is too low Output short circuited or over temperature is detected by internal converter components. Output voltage is too high.
SPECIFICATIONS Table 1 Line Mode Specifications MODEL ICY-2K-12 Input Voltage Waveform Sinusoidal (utility or generator) Nominal Input Voltage 230Vac 170Vac±7V (UPS); Low Loss Voltage 90Vac±7V (Appliances) 180Vac±7V (UPS); Low Loss Return Voltage 100Vac±7V (Appliances) High Loss Voltage 280Vac±7V High Loss Return Voltage 270Vac±7V...
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Table 2 Inverter Mode Specifications INVERTER MODEL ICY-2K-12 Rated Output Power 2KVA/2KW Pure Sine Wave Output Voltage Waveform 230Vac±5% Output Voltage Regulation 50Hz Output Frequency Peak Efficiency Overload Protection 5s@≥130% load; 10s@105%~130% load Surge Capacity 2* rated power for 5 seconds...
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Table 3 Charge Mode Specifications Utility Charging Mode MODEL ICY-2K-12 Charging Algorithm 3-Step 100Amp AC Charging Current (Max) =230Vac) Flooded Battery 14.6Vdc Bulk Charging Voltage AGM / Gel Battery 14.1Vdc Floating Charging Voltage 13.5Vdc Battery Voltage, per cell Charging Current, % 2.43Vdc (2.35Vdc)
TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem LCD/LED/Buzzer Explanation / Possible cause What to do Unit shuts down LCD/LEDs and buzzer automatically will be active for 3 The battery voltage is too low 1. Re-charge battery. during startup seconds and then (<1.91V/Cell) 2. Replace battery. process.
Appendix I: BMS Communication Installation 1. Introduction If connecting to lithium battery, it is recommended to purchase a custom-made RJ45 communication cable. Please check with your dealer or integrator for details. This custom-made RJ45 communication cable delivers information and signal between lithium battery and the inverter.
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PYLONTECH Dip Switch: There are 4 Dip Switches that sets different baud rate and battery group address. If switch position is turned to the “OFF” position, it means “0”. If switch position is turned to the “ON” position, it means “1”.
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Step 2: Use supplied RJ45 cable (from battery module package) to connect inverter and Lithium battery. Note for parallel system: 1. Only support common battery installation. 2. Use custom-made RJ45 cable to connect any inverter (no need to connect to a specific inverter) and Lithium battery.
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If communication between the inverter and battery is successful, the battery icon on LCD display will flash. Generally speaking, it will take longer than 1 minute to establish communication. PYLONTECH After configuration, please install LCD panel with inverter and Lithium battery with the following steps. Step 1.
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WECO Step 1. Use a custom-made RJ45 cable to connect inverter and Lithium battery. Step 2. Switch on Lithium battery. Step 3. Turn on the inverter. Step 4. Be sure to select battery type as “WEC” in LCD program 5. If communication between the inverter and battery is successful, the battery icon on LCD display will “flash”.
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SOLTARO Step 1. Use a custom-made RJ45 cable to connect inverter and Lithium battery. Step 2. Open DC isolator and switch on Lithium battery. Step 3. Turn on the inverter. Step 4. Be sure to select battery type as “SOL” in LCD program 5. If communication between the inverter and battery is successful, the battery icon on LCD display will “flash”.
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5. LCD Display Information Press “ ” or “ ” button to switch LCD display information. It will show battery pack and battery group number before “Main CPU version checking” as shown below. Selectable information LCD display Battery pack numbers & Battery Battery pack numbers = 3, battery group numbers = 1 group numbers Active Function...
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