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Perfect Wave Series
Models:
12-1800IC
12-1801 ICF
24-2200IC
24-2201 ICF
32-2400IC
Guided Wave Series
Model:
12-2500IC
CONTENTS
Section
Topic
I)
OVERVIEW................................................................................. 2
II)
IMPORTANT SAFETY CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS....................... 3
III)
INSTALLATION............................................................................ 3
IV)
BATTERY CHARGER OPERATION................................................ 12
V)
INVERTER OPERATION............................................................... 17
VI)
SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................ 19
VII)
BATTERY CARE TIPS...................................................................21
VIII)
REFERENCE APPENDIX.............................................................. 23
P.O. Box 1306
Newport Beach,
California 92663
Inverter/Chargers
INSTALLATION/OPERATION MANUAL
A) Materials Provided........................................................ 4
B) Location....................................................................... 4
C) Mounting..................................................................... 4
D) Case Grounding........................................................... 5
E) Battery Selection and Sizing......................................... 5
F) Battery (DC) Wiring.......................................................6
G) Charging Multiple Battery Banks.................................. 8
H) Temperature Compensation Sensor.............................. 9
I) AC Input Wiring.............................................................9
J) AC Output Options....................................................... 10
K) Remote Panel (optional)................................................ 11
A) Battery Capacity Selector..............................................12
B) Charger Output Selector............................................... 13
C) Battery Charging Cycle Explained................................. 14
A) Start-Up/Operation...................................................... 17
B) Inverter ON/OFF Switch Functions...............................18
C) Inverter Auto-Shut-down Indicators/Causes................. 18
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Inverter/Chargers Perfect Wave Series Models: 12-1800IC 12-1801 ICF 24-2200IC 24-2201 ICF 32-2400IC Guided Wave Series Model: 12-2500IC INSTALLATION/OPERATION MANUAL CONTENTS Section Topic Page OVERVIEW................. 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS....... 3 III) INSTALLATION................3 A) Materials Provided............4 B) Location............... 4 C) Mounting.............. -
Page 2: Overview
OVERVIEW Your NEWMAR Inverter/Charger uses 12, 24 or 32 VDC (depending on model) battery power to produce 120 VAC/60 Hz or 230 VAC/50 Hz power (depending on model) for operating virtually any AC appliance. It incorporates field-proven technology which provides reliable service in harsh commercial and recreational marine applications. -
Page 3: Important Safety Cautions And Warnings
IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to begin the installation until you have read and understood this section completely. If you have any questions regarding the installation of the inverter/ charger, contact NEWMAR’s technical service before proceeding. P.O. Box 1306 Phone: 714-751-0488... -
Page 4: A) Materials Provided
A) Materials Provided The inverter/charger is provided with an installation kit containing the following: (1 ea.) Hex wrench, 3/8" (1 ea.) Warning label for AC distribution panel (1 ea.) Installation/Operation Manual (1 ea.) Customer satisfaction/warranty card Please verify that these items have been included with the packaging. For any missing items, contact the factory. -
Page 5: D) Case Grounding
of these marks. Hang the inverter/charger onto the bulkhead using the “keyhole” slots. Doing this will save you from having to support the unit’s weight while you are driving in the four permanent mounting screws. Note: The “keyhole” slots may be used for additional sup- port screws but they are not to be used as a permanent mounting points, by themselves. -
Page 6: F) Battery (Dc) Wiring
Use the following procedure to calculate the required amp-hour capacity for your battery system: Note: It is assumed that the batteries are a suitable deep-cycle type, that discharge will not exceed 50%, and that batteries will be fully recharged after each cycle of inverter use. - Page 7 Wire Size Chart Model Length of Wire from Charger to Batteries (in feet) Over 20' Minimum Wire Gauge (AWG) 12-1800IC #2/0 Not Recommended 12-1801 ICF #2/0 Not Recommended...
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Page 8: G) Charging Multiple Battery Banks
If desired, the charger may be wired to charge multiple battery banks. This can be accom- plished using NEWMAR’s BI-100 (12 volt system) or BI-24-100 (24 volt system) Battery Integrator*. The device acts as a “smart” switch, connecting independent battery banks only when a charging voltage is present, then disconnecting them for selective discharge. -
Page 9: H) Temperature Compensation Sensor
A separate Battery Integrator is required for each additional battery bank to be charged. Contact the factory for more information. H) Temperature Compensation Sensor The nominal output voltages for the charger (which are discussed later in this manual) are ideal for a battery at about 72° F. However, the ideal charging voltage will vary according to temperature. -
Page 10: J) Ac Output Options
Use 10 AWG for wiring to the inverter/charger AC input, as well. Feed the wires through the access port/strain relief into the AC wiring compartment. The internal wires have been factory-fitted with 12-10 AWG butt splices. Use a crimping tool to connect the wires, then tighten the strain relief securely. -
Page 11: K) Remote Panel (Optional)
Remote monitoring of inverter/charger functions, as well as inverter output activation/shut- off, may be obtained using model ICR-2 Remote Panel, available from NEWMAR. The panel duplicates all of the LED status indicators (discussed in sections IV and V following) which are on the front panel and incorporates a secondary on-off switch for the inverter. -
Page 12: Battery Charger Operation
The panel face and mounting hole pattern have been designed for an exact fit within a double-gang duplex outlet box. If preferred, it may be mounted directly to a bulkhead with the four provided black-oxide wood screws. Note the cut-out dimensions specified in Figure 4 and take special care when making the cut-out, as the tolerances between the mounting holes and rear-mounted circuit board are quite small. -
Page 13: B) Charger Output Selector
B) Charger Output Selector The ideal charge regimen for gel-cell and flooded (wet) lead-acid or AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) batteries differs somewhat. Gelled electrolyte may be lost or damaged by high voltage and, once lost, cannot be replaced as it can with a wet lead acid battery. (The charge regimen recommended for AGM batteries is typically similar to that of flooded lead-acid batteries.) Consequently, the charger is equipped with a switch for selecting the proper charge voltage, based on battery type. -
Page 14: C) Battery Charging Cycle Explained
Some notes and warnings regarding the equalization circuit: WARNING: Equalization of batteries should only be done with a clear understanding of the process and is performed entirely at the user’s risk. Some battery types will be damaged by equalization. Refer to the battery manufacturer for recommendations regarding equalization. Some manufacturers of flooded lead-acid batteries recommend a charging process known as equalization for extended battery life. - Page 15 (refer also to flow chart on page 16): 1) Bulk Stage: When the AC to the charger is first cycled on and significantly discharged batteries are sensed, the charger responds by delivering a high amount of DC current, at or near the charger’s maximum rated output, in order to rapidly replenish them.
- Page 16 FIGURE 5: Charger Operation and L.E.D. Indication Flow Chart Status Panel Indications = L.E.D. Illuminated APPLY EXTERNAL = L.E.D. Not Illuminated AC POWER 30 SECOND DELAY START BULK CHARGING START 12 HOUR TIMER 12 HOURS ELAPSED? TURN CHARGER OFF BATTERY ACCEPTS MORE THAN 20 AMPS? (APPROX.)
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Page 17: Inverter Operation
A note regarding the “Timed-out: Charge Incomplete” L.E.D. To protect batteries from damaging overcharge due to extended exposure to high “Charge” voltage, a timer is initiated each time the charger is turned on, which shuts the charger off if fully charged batteries are not sensed within a 12 hour period. When this occurs the “Timed- out: Charge Incomplete”... -
Page 18: B) Inverter On/Off Switch Functions
3) Check the proper hard-wire output (if used) by plugging the appliance into a recep- tacle which is fed by the AC distribution system. 4) Apply external (shorepower or generator) AC to the hard-wired input of the inverter. After a delay of approximately 30 seconds the internal automatic transfer switch should activate and the “AC Source: External”... -
Page 19: Vi) Specifications
Nevertheless, thermal cycling of this sort will shorten the life of the unit, and should not be allowed to continue if it is noted. SPECIFICATIONS MODEL 12-1800IC 12-1801 ICF 12-2500IC 24-2200IC 24-2201 ICF 32-2400IC... - Page 20 12 Volt Models Switch Output Voltage (VDC) Position Use For @ Charge @ Float Equalization CAUTION 15.2 13.2 Equalization CAUTION 14.6 13.2 Flooded/AGM Charging 14.2 13.2 Gel-Cell Charging 13.8 13.2 24 Volt Model Switch Output Voltage (VDC) Position Use For @ Charge @ Float Equalization CAUTION...
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Page 21: Battery Care Tips
Regular maintenance and proper care will assure you reliable service from the most depended upon and sometimes most neglected items, your batteries and battery charger. NEWMAR battery chargers are designed to keep your batteries fully charged but your batteries also need proper regular maintenance to provide a maximum life of service. - Page 22 The rate that water is lost by the battery is dependent on several factors; battery condition, ambient temperature, battery use, charge voltage, etc. It is normal for batteries which are not maintenance-free to require topping off about once a month. A battery’s state of charge may be monitored by checking the specific gravity or by open circuit voltage.
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Page 23: Reference Appendix
VIII) REFERENCE APPENDIX ! ! ! ! ! For more information about boat wiring to conform to U.S. Coast Guard regulations, write: Superintendent of Documents Government Printing Office Washington, DC 20402 Request : 33 CFR 183 Subpart I ! ! ! ! ! For information about American Boat and Yacht Council recommendations for boat wiring, write to: American Boat and Yacht Council...