POWERSOURCEPURE Pure Sine Wave Inverter RINV1200P REINV1200P RINV2200P REINV2200P INSTRUCTIONS Retain these instructions for future reference www.ringautomotive.co.uk
OVERVIEW The Ring Pure Sine Wave (PSW) inverter provides a 230 volt supply which closely replicates the domestic mains supply. This makes it ideal for powering more sensitive equipment which may not be compatible with traditional Modified Sine Wave (MSW) inverters. Modified Sine Wave (MSW) Pure Sine Wave (PSW) 1. CONTENTS 1. Inverter 2. Connecting cables 3. Battery clamps 2. FEATURES 1200w Inverter 2200w Inverter 1 Cooling Fan(s) 6 Power Indicator 2 Earth connection 7 Over load Indicator 3 Battery negative (-) connection 8 Over Temperature Indicator 4 Battery positive (+) connection 9 Mains 230V AC Outlet(s) 5 Power On/Off switch 10 Remote control connection 2
3. SAFETY This manual contains important information about the operation of this product. Failure to comply with the instructions can cause electric shock, fire or serious injury. Responsibility will not be accepted for damage to persons or property caused by failure to follow the operating instructions. - Installation should be carried out by a qualified electrician - Do not expose the unit to moisture or flammable materials - Do not remove the unit cover, dangerous voltages are present 4. INSTALLATION Location This inverter is for indoor use only and should be installed in a well ventilated, cool, dry environment. - To prevent overheating, do not install where ventilation openings may be obstructed - Allow 10cm all around the inverter casing to ensure adequate ventilation - Do not install near fuel tanks or within battery compartments Making the Connections Connect the inverter to the battery using the supplied battery cables and terminals. 1. Ensure that the inverter power on/off switch is in the OFF (O) position. 2. Attach the black (-) cable to the black (-) terminal on the rear face of the inverter and to the black (-) terminal on the battery 3. Attach the red (+) cable to the red (+) terminal on the rear face of the inverter and to the red (+) terminal on the battery 4. To help protect against short circuit, it is recommended an in-line fuse (F1) be fitted near the positive battery post. See Optional Parts section for a suitable fuseholder and fuse Caution There may be sparks produced when making battery connections, ensure no flammable materials are present. Incorrect connection of cables to the battery (reverse polarity) may damage the unit and is not covered by the warranty. Single Battery System Fig1 Example single battery system 3
Dual Battery System For heavy duty applications a secondary battery can be fitted to increase the inverter running time. An additional relay may also be fitted to allow this battery to be charged from the vehicle alternator when the vehicle engine is running, Fig2 shows an example installation. See the Optional Parts section for a suitably rated cable, relay and fuses Fig2 Example dual battery system Earth Connection Ensure the inverter is earthed by connecting a cable from the inverter earthing bolt (2) to a suitable earth within the installation (normally the vehicle chassis) Caution Do not operate the inverter without connecting it to ground, otherwise a fault condition may present an electric shock hazard. Earth Leakage Protection When the inverter is used to power 230V socket outlets, which are a permanent part of the installation, a Residual Current Device (RCD) should be fitted to provide protection in the event of a fault. Note:- In order for an RCD device to trip effectively when used in a vehicle, the neutral output from the inverter should be linked to the earthing system of the installation, see Fig3 for an example installation. Fig3 Example 230V protection Caution It is recommended the inverter is wired and tested by a qualified electrician 4
Remote Control Panel (Optional) When the inverters on/off switch will not be easily accessible, an optional remote control panel can be fitted. Power indicator Power button Data socket Front Rear 1. Recess mount the control panel and fix with 4 x screws (supplied) 2. Connect data cable to socket on rear of panel 3. Connect other end of data cable to socket on inverter 4. Turn the inverter on/off switch to the ON (I) position 5. Press the power button on the remote control panel to switch the inverter on/off 6. The power indicator will illuminate green to show the inverter is operating 5. GENERAL INFORMATION Continuous and Surge Power A Continuous rating is the amount of power the inverter can handle for a number of hours without overloading. The Surge rating is a brief burst of power the inverter can provide to help start certain types of load. Loads requiring surge power The power rating shown on most electrical appliances is a continuous rating but some appliances require up to five times this power for a brief period in order to start operating. This needs to be considered when rating the inverter to avoid overloading it. When using a microwave oven it should also be noted that the electrical power required from the supply is around 50% higher than the actual cooking power of the microwave. Typical surge ratings Typical Typical Surge Example Appliance Rated Power Power Required (<1 sec) Electric Drill 500W 1000W 800W Microwave Oven 1200W 2400W Angle Grinder 900W 2700W Portable Air Compressor 200W 700W Laser Printer 500W 2500W 5
6. OPERATION Switching on 1. Ensure that the inverter power on/off switch is in the OFF (0) position. 2. Plug the appliance into the AC output socket on the inverter, ensuring it does not exceed the maximum output power of the inverter 3. Turn the power on/off switch to the ON (I) position. 4. The Power indicator will illuminate green and mains power will be available from the AC output socket(s) 7. INDICATORS & WARNINGS Power Illuminates green to show the unit is switched on and power is available from the AC output socket(s) Over load Illuminates red if the units has been overloaded due to excessive current or voltage Over temperature Illuminates red if the unit has overheated Low Voltage An alarm will be heard if the battery voltage becomes too low 8. TROUBLESHOOTING Problem No output, Power Indicator does not illuminate green. No output, Over Temperature indicator illuminates red. Possible Cause 1. On/Off switch is not in the ON position. 2. Bad connection between battery and inverter. 3. Internal fuses blown. In this case, send the unit back to the supplier for repair. The inverter has been overheated. Switch off the inverter and wait 5 minutes to allow cooling. Switch back on with a reduced load and make sure there is adequate ventilation for the inverter. Output switches off, Over Load Indicator illuminates red. Switch off the inverter and disconnect the equipment. Switch on the inverter again. If the Overload Indicator is now off: 1. Total power consumption of the connected equipment was too high, check rating. 2. Connected equipment has caused a short circuit, check appliance is not faulty. Audible alarm Battery voltage has fallen below 10.7V. Switch off the inverter and re-charge the battery. The inverter will automatically switch off if the battery voltage falls below 10.0V 6
9. OPTIONAL PARTS The following optional parts are available for more advanced installations. Part No. Description RINVMF Mega Fuseholder RINVM80 80amp Mega Fuse RINVM150 150amp Mega Fuse RINVM200 200amp Mega Fuse REL200 200amp 12V Relay RC01110FR 110amp Red 16mm 2 cable (10 metre roll) RC01110FB 110amp Black 16mm 2 cable (10 metre roll) RC01170FR 170amp Red 25mm 2 cable (10 metre roll) RC01170FB 170amp Black 25mm 2 cable (10 metre roll) RBTM816 16-M8 Ring terminal (pack of 10) RBTM825 25-M8 Ring terminal (pack of 10) RINVRC Remote Control Panel Recommended accessories for each model of inverter. Model 1200 Watt 2200 Watt Fuseholder RINVMF RINVMF Inverter Battery Fuse (F1) RINVM150 RINVM200 Vehicle Battery Fuse (F2) RINVM80 RINVM150 Positive Battery Cable (red) RC01110FR RC01170FR Negative Battery Cable (black) RC01110FB RC01170FB Ring Terminals RBTM816 RBTM825 12V Relay REL200 REL200 Control Panel RINVRC RINVRC 10. SPECIFICATIONS Model 1200 Watt 2200 Watt Continuous Power (up to 12 hours) 1200W 2200W Surge Power (up to 1 second) 2400W 4400W Output Voltage 230 volts AC ± 10v 230 volts AC ± 10v Output Frequency 50Hz 50Hz Output Waveform Pure Sine Wave Pure Sine Wave Total Harmonic Distortion < 3% < 3% Input Voltage Range 10V-15V 10V-15V Efficiency > 85% > 85% No Load Current Draw < 1.0 amp < 1.0 amp Low Battery Alarm 10.7V 10.7V Low Battery Shut-Down 10.0V 10.0V Dimension (L x W x H) 424 x 236 x 84 414 x 284 x 99 Weight 4.99 kg 6.26 kg 7
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