Magnum-energy MS-AEJ Series User Manual

MS-AE SeriesPure Sine WaveInverter / ChargerOwner’s Manual

© 2007 Magnum Energy IncPage 4Introduction16141513Model/Serial Number LabelAC Access CoverInput Circuit BreakersExhaustAir Vents(back side)Figure 1-3,

Page 5 © 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.1.2 How the MS-AE Series Inverter/Charger WorksThe MS-AE Series is an electronic device that takes DC (Direct Current)

© 2007 Magnum Energy IncPage 62.0 InstallationBefore installing the inverter, read the entire installation section to determine how you are going to i

Page 7 © 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.Figure 2-1, Simplifi ed Installation DiagramBattery Bank120/240VAC power to inverterONOFFONOFFONOFFONOFFONOFFONOFFONOFF

© 2007 Magnum Energy IncPage 82.1.3 Locating the InverterOnly install the inverter in a location that meets the following requirements:Clean and Dry -

Page 9 © 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.Installation2.1.4 Mounting the InverterThe inverter base can reach a temperature up to 90°C (194°F), and it is recomme

© 2007 Magnum Energy IncPage 1012 5/8"12"4 7/8"8"6 5/8"2"4 7/8"Keyhole slots (x4) and mounting holes (x4) acceptup

Page 11 © 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.Installation2.1.5 Wiring the InverterThis section also describes the requirements and recommendations for wiring the

© 2007 Magnum Energy IncPage 12Figure 2-4, Grounding System for MS-AE Series2.2 Grounding InvertersThe inverter/charger should always be connected to

Page 13 © 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.2.2.1 Sizing the Grounding Electrode ConductorsAC Side - The size of the AC Grounding Electrode Conductor (GEC –AC) d

Page i© 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.Disclaimer of LiabilitySince the use of this manual and the conditions or methods of installation, operation, use and m

© 2007 Magnum Energy IncPage 14Method 2 (see fi gure 2-6): When the AC and DC service panels are near each other, then the AC Grounding Electrode Condu

Page 15 © 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.2.2.2 System Bonding JumperThe MS-AE Series inverter does not include an internal bond between the Grounded Conductor

© 2007 Magnum Energy IncPage 162.3 DC WiringThis section describes the inverter’s required DC wire sizes and the recommended disconnect/over-current p

Page 17 © 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.Figure 2-8, DC and Battery Temperature Sensor WiringDC GroundBus-barDC ShuntBattery BankDC Circuit Breaker Box(with D

© 2007 Magnum Energy IncPage 182.3.1 DC Wire SizingIt is important to use the correct DC wire to achieve maximum effi ciency from the system and reduce

Page 19 © 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.5ftorless 5to10ft 10to15ftMS4024AE #2/0 AWG x 2 #4/0 AWG x 2 not recommendedMS4448AE #2/0 AWG #4/0 AWG #4/0 AWG x 2Mi

© 2007 Magnum Energy IncPage 202.3.4 Wiring the Battery BankWARNING: Lethal currents will be present if the positive and negative cables attached to t

Page 21 © 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.2.3.6 Wiring the Inverter to the Battery BankCAUTION: Inverter is NOT reverse polarity protected, if this happens the

© 2007 Magnum Energy IncPage 222.4 AC WiringThis section provides information on how to make the AC connections to the inverter using the correct AC w

Page 23 © 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.2.4.3 Recommended GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interruption) BreakersSome electrical safety codes require the use of GF

© 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.Page iiIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSThis manual contains important safety instructions that must be followed during the insta

© 2007 Magnum Energy IncPage 24InstallationFigure 2-13, AC WiringMain Panel(Utility/Generator Input)ONOFFONOFFONOFFONOFFONOFFONOFFONOFFONOFFONOFFONOFF

Page 25 © 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.2.4.5 Wiring the AC Input and OutputThe MS-AE series provides 120/240VAC on the output, but the input may be wired ei

© 2007 Magnum Energy IncPage 262.5 Inverter Warning LabelA warning label is provided to inform all personnel that an inverter is installed in your ele

Page 27 © 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.2.6 Functional Test1. After all electrical connections to the inverter, batteries, AC source, and sub-panel have bee

© 2007 Magnum Energy IncPage 283.0 OperationThe MS-AE Series inverter has two normal operating routines; 1. Inverter Mode, which powers your loads usi

Page 29 © 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.3.2 Standby ModeThe MS-AE Series features an automatic transfer relay and an internal battery charger when operating

© 2007 Magnum Energy IncPage 30The Charge Mode provides up to four separate charging stages: Bulk Charging, Absorb Charging, Float Charging and Full C

Page 31 © 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.-0.75-0.6-0.45-0.3-0.1500.150.30.450.60.750 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50Temperature reading from BTS (in degrees) Te

© 2007 Magnum Energy IncPage 323.4 Protection Circuitry OperationThe inverter is protected against fault conditions and in normal usage it will be rar

Page 33 © 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.3.5 Start-UpON/OFF Switch - The inverter can be turned on and off by lightly pressing and releasing the Power ON/OFF

Page iii© 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.IMPORTANT BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWear eye protection such as safety glasses when working with batteries.Remove al

© 2007 Magnum Energy IncPage 343.6 Factory Default ValuesYour MS-AE Series inverter/charger uses default values for the adjustable settings (shown in

Page 35 © 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.4.0 Troubleshooting The MS-AE Series inverter/charger is a fairly simple device to troubleshoot. There are only two

© 2007 Magnum Energy IncPage 36Troubleshooting4.1 Performing an Inverter ResetUnder some fault conditions (i.e. an ‘internal’ fault) the inverter will

Page 37 © 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.Table 5-1, MS-AE Specifi cationsModels MS4024AE MS4448AEInput battery voltage range 18.0 to 33.8 VDC 36.0 to 67.6 VDCA

© 2007 Magnum Energy IncPage 38Specifi cationsMS4024AE Efficiency Graph70%73%75%78%80%83%85%88%90%93%95%98%100%0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000

Page 39 © 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.The following Magnum Energy components are available for use with the MS-AE Series inverter/Charger. Some of these i

© 2007 Magnum Energy IncPage 40Appendix B - Battery InformationBattery LocationPeriodic maintenance (i.e. checking connections, cleaning, watering) on

Page 41 © 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.Battery Bank Sizing WorksheetComplete the steps below to determine the battery bank size required to power your AC lo

© 2007 Magnum Energy IncPage 42Battery Wiring Confi gurationsThe battery bank must be wired to match the inverter’s DC input voltage specifi cations (12

Page 43 © 2007 Magnum Energy Inc. Appendix B - Battery InformationFigure B-4, Battery Bank Wiring Examples (24-volt)6 voltbattery(200 Ahrs)6 voltbatte

© 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.Page ivTable of ContentsIntroduction1.0 Introduction ...

© 2007 Magnum Energy IncPage 44Figure B-5, Battery Bank Wiring Examples (48-volt)48 volt battery bank (one string of eight 6-volt batteries wired in

© 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.Page 45Limited WarrantyMagnum Energy, Inc., warrants the MS-AE Series Inverter/Charger to be free from defects in material an

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Page v© 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.Table of FiguresFigure 1-1, Power Switch, Status LED and Accessory Connection Ports ...

Page 1 © 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.1.0 IntroductionCongratulations on your purchase of the MS-AE Series inverter/charger from Magnum Energy. The MS-AE S

© 2007 Magnum Energy IncPage 2Figure 1-1, Power Switch, Status LED and Accessory Connection PortsFigure 1-2, Electrical Connection PointsIntroductionA

Page 3 © 2007 Magnum Energy Inc.1.1 Features and Benefi tsThe MS-AE Series inverter/charger is designed to allow easy access to wiring, circuit breaker