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- Page 1 DC-AC Owner's Please read this manual before Manual operating your Inverters Inverter PSE-12100A PSE-12150A PSE-12250A...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
INDEX INDEX Warning ................. 2 Getting Started ..............3 Layout ..................4 Features, Controls & Indications .......... 5 Selecting the Optimum Power Source ........8 Using proper Wire Cable Sizes ..........8 Installation & Operation ............9 Appliances that may not operate correctly on modified sinewave ............ -
Page 3: Warning
WARNING PLEASE TAKE THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS. FAILURE TO ABIDE BY THESE REQUIREMENTS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY. Never parallel the 115V AC output of the inverter with the output from a generator or electric mains. This will instantly burn the inverter. Although this inverter has an input OVER VOLTAGE SHUT DOWN at 15V, input voltages higher than 15V will cause permanent damage. -
Page 4: Getting Started
GETTING STARTED Power equipment and appliances which operate with motors or tubes require an initial surge of power to get them up and running. This power surge is referred to as the "starting load" or "surge/peak load." (By comparison devices such as standard light bulbs do not require a starting load). Once the equipment or appliance has been powered up, it settles down to a slower pace and requires far less electrical power to operate. -
Page 5: Layout
LAYOUT PSE-12100A, PSE-12150A Bottom View Rear View PSE-12250A Front View Rear View Page 4... -
Page 6: Features, Controls & Indications
FEATURES, CONTROLS & INDICATIONS OPERATING & SAFETY FEATURES Important : Each of the following operating procedures and safety features must be carefully reviewed and thoroughly understood prior to using the inverter. Failure to do so may result in damage to the inverter or equipment or serious personal injury a. - Page 7 Two Standard North American NEMA 5-15R Receptacles provided on models PSE-12100A and PSE-12150A. On PSE-12250A, the output is available from unconnected, Live (BLACK), Neutral (WHITE) and Earth ground (GREEN) wires for connection to an external breaker panel. A plate with standard North American NEMA 5-15 receptacles(e) wired in series with a 15 A circuit breaker (j) is provided as an accessory.
- Page 8 f.) Remote Operation Socket. The inverter is designed to be operated from a remote location via the remote control switch which plugs into this socket. This optional accessory is available from Samlex. g.) High Speed Cooling Fan. This fan will turn on automatically when the internal temperature exceeds design parameters for safe operation.
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Page 9: Selecting The Optimum Power Source
For safe and proper operation of the inverter, connect the inverter ot the power source with the thickest wire available and in the shortest length practical. PSE-12100A (1000 Watt) and PSE-12150A (1500 Watt) Models. When the inverter and the battery are set up within four feet of each other, use a minimum of #4 gauge wire to make the connections. -
Page 10: Installation & Operation
DO NOT over tighten these nuts). 3. Connect the wire from the Negative (-) terminal (WHITE on the PSE-12100A and PSE-12150A models, BLACK on the PSE-12250A model) on the inverter to the Negative (-) terminal on the 12 volt power source. - Page 11 6. Run a ground from the Ground Lug Terminal at the rear of the inverter to a proper grounding point using the shortest practical length of 8 AWG wire. Selection of the grounding point will depend on where you are using the inverter. The ground wire may be connected to the chassis of your vehicle or to the grounding system in your boat or to the earth if you are operating the inverter in a remote location.
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Page 12: Appliances That May Not Operate Correctly On Modified Sinewave
APPLIANCES THAT MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY ON MODIFIED SINEWAVE The output waveform of this inverter is a modified sinewave (see page 12) NOTE: A sine wave rises and falls smoothly (at a slope) and also crosses 0V instantly at a slope. A modified sinewave rises and falls abruptly (no slope) and also sits at the 0V level for sometime before crossing over abruptly (no slope). -
Page 13: Powering Microwave Ovens
USING THE INVERTER TO POWER MICROWAVE OVENS The power rating commonly associated with microwave ovens is the "cooking power" which is the power being "delivered" to the item being microwaved. The actual operating power requirement rating is higher than the cooking power rating and typically is referenced on the back of the microwave. -
Page 14: Installation Locations
INSTALLATION LOCATIONS INSTALLATION LOCATIONS The inverter will work best when placed on a reasonably flat surface. The floor of your car or truck is an acceptable location as long as the area is dry and well ventilated. To maintain the inverter in proper working condition, note the following important safety precautions: ! CAUTION ! MOISTURE. -
Page 15: Review
REVIEW Never parallel the AC output of the inverter with another inverter or other AC power source Never attempt to operate the inverter from any power source other than a 12 volt battery. Always ensure the power cable terminal connections run Negative (-) to Negative (-) and Positive (+) to Positive (+). -
Page 16: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS PSE-12100A PSE-12150A PSE-12250A 10-15V 10-15V 10-15V Input Voltage, Volts DC 125A 200A 300A Input current at rated continuous output power, Amperes 117 +/- 5% / -10% 117 +/- 5% / -10% 117 +/- 5% / -10% Output voltage, Volts RMS... -
Page 17: Troubleshooting Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM: Low or No Output Voltage REASON POSSIBLE SOLUTION Capacity of the battery is inadequate. Use higher capacity battery. Poor contact with battery terminals. Clean terminals thoroughly. Automatic Shutdown due to battery Recharge or replace battery. voltage below 10 volts. Automatic Shutdown as equipment being Use a higher capacity inverter operated draws too much power. - Page 18 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM: Low Battery Alarm is On All The Time REASON POSSIBLE SOLUTION Input voltage below 10.5V due to poor or weak Charge or replace the battery. battery condition. Input voltage below 10.5V due to thin/long Use lower gauge wire. See battery cables which cause excessive Page 8 "Wire Cable Sizes"...
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Page 19: Notes
Thank you purchasing a Samlex AC POWER SOURCE DC - AC inverter. Please retain your original bill of sale and write down your inverter serial number on this page. In the event you have a problem with your inverter you will need to provide your sales receipt and inverter serial number for warranty service. - Page 20 e-mail: samlex@samlexamerica.com T: 604 525 3836 110-17 Fawcett Rd website: www.samlexamerica.com F: 604 525 5221 Coquitlam, B.C. Canada V3K 6V2...
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