Contents Important Safety Instructions……………………………………………… General Safety Precautions…………………. Precautions When Working With Batteries… 2. Features…………………………………………………………………... Application………………………………..…… Electrical Performance……………..………… Mechanical Drawings………………………… 3. Introduction……………………………………………………………… Front Panel Operations……………………… 10~13 Rear Panel Operations………………….…… 14~15 Protections Features…………………….…… Installation……………………………………… Making DC Wiring Connections ………..….. 17~19 AC Safety Grounding………………………… 20~21 Inverter Operation……………………….……...
1. Important Safety Instructions 1-1. General Safety Precautions 1-1-1. Do not expose the Inverter to rain, snow, spray, bilge or dust. To reduce risk of hazard, do not cover or obstruct the ventilation openings. Do not install the Inverter in a zero-clearance compartment.
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1-2-2. Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of battery or engine. 1-2-3. Do not drop a metal tool on the battery. The resulting spark or short-circuit on the battery of other electrical part may cause an explosion.
2. Features Pure sine wave output (THD < 3%) Output frequency:50 / 60Hz switch selectable Input & output fully isolation design Low power “ Power Saving Mode “ to conserve energy High efficiency 89~94% Capable of driving highly reactive & capacitive loads at start moment. Tri-Color indicators display input voltage &...
3. Introduction This power inverter series is a the member of the most advanced line of mobile AC power systems available. To get the most out of the power inverter, it must be installed and used properly. Please read the instructions in this manual before installation and operation this model.
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3-1-2. ON / OFF/ REMOTE (Main) switch: a. Before installing the inverter, make sure the main switch must be “OFF”. b. Before using the remote unit, make sure the main switch must be “ REMOTE”. 3-1-3. Input Level:Display Input Voltages LED Status DC 12V DC 24V...
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3-1-4. Load Level:Display AC Loads (Watts) LED status DARK GREEN ORANGE BLINK 35 ~ 230 ~ 525 ~ Over SK700 0 ~ 35W 230W 525W 672W 672W 50 ~ 330 ~ 750 ~ Over SK1000 0 ~ 50W 330W 750W 960W 960W 75 ~...
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3-1-6. Status:Display Power & Fault Status Green LED LED Signal Status Solid Power OK Blink (Slow) Power Saving - - - - - - - Red LED LED Signal Status Blink (Fast) - - - - - - - - - - - - Blink (Slow) - - - - - - - Blink...
3-2. Rear Panel Operations: 3-2-1. Remote Port: The SK Series Inverter can be compatible with any of remote controllers, CR-6, CR-7 or CR-8. Before using the remote unit, make sure the main switch must “ REMOTE”. 3-2-2. Fan Ventilation: Do not obstruct, allow at least 1 inch for proper air flow.
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3-2-3. DC Input Terminals: Connect to 12V / 24V / 48V battery or the other power sources. 【+】is positive,【-】is negative. Reverse polarity connection will blow internal fuse and may damage inverter permanently. DC Input Voltage Model Minimum Maximum 12 V 10.5 15.0 24 V...
3-3. Protections Features: Model DC Input (VDC) Over Temperature Protection Over Voltage Under Under Voltage INTERIOR HEAT SINK Voltage Shut- Restart Shut- Restart Shut- Restart Shut- Restart down Alarm down down down 15.3 14.2 11.0 10.5 12.5 30.6 28.4 22.0 21.0 25.0 deg C...
3-4-6. Close to batteries – Avoid excessive cable lengths but do not install the Inverter in the same compartment as batteries. Use the recommended wire lengths and sizes (see section 3-5). Also do not mount the Inverter where it will be exposed to the gases produced by the battery.
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Model No Wire AWG Inline Fuse SK700-112 / 212 100 A SK700-124 / 224 50 A SK700-148 / 248 30 A SK1000-112 / 212 150 A SK1000-124 / 224 80 A SK1000-148 / 248 40 A SK1500-112 / 212 200 A SK1500-124 / 224 100 A SK1500-148 / 248...
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Also, use only high quality copper wire and keep cable length short, a maximum of 3 - 6 feet. WARNING! Make sure all the DC connections are tight (torque to 9 – 10 ft-lbs, 11.7 – 13 Nm). Loose connections could result overheat in a potential hazard.
3-6. AC Safety Grounding: The AC output ground wire should go to the grounding point for your loads ( for example, a distribution panel ground bus ). 3-6-1. Neutral Grounding (GFCI’S): 3-6-1-1. 120V models:The neutral conductor of the AC output circuit of the Inverter is automatically connected to the safety ground during inverter operation.
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UL standards requires us to test and recommend specific GFCI. Cotek has tested the following GFCI – protected 20A receptacles and found that they functioned properly when connected to the output of the Inverter.
3-7. Inverter Operation: To operate the power inverter, turn the main switch ON. The power inverter is now ready to deliver AC power to your loads. If there is several loads use, turn them on separately after the inverter has been “ON”...
4. Troubleshooting guide: Problems and Symptoms Possible Cause Solutions “No AC Power Output” STATUS illuminates the red LED Over input voltage. Check input voltage. a. Blinking fast ( OVP ) Reduce input voltage. Low input voltage. Recharge battery. b. Blinking slow. ( UVP ) Check connections and cable.
5. Maintenance: Very little maintenance is required to keep your inverter operating properly. You should clean the exterior of the unit periodically with a damp cloth to prevent accumulation of dust and dirt. At the same time, tighten the screws on the DC input terminals. 6.
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