Magnum-energy MS Series User Manual Page 1

MS SeriesPure Sine WaveInverter/ChargerOwner’s ManualTM

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 1Introduction1.0 IntroductionCongratulations on your purchase of a MS Series inverter/charger from Magnum Energy. The M

Page 2 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Introduction1.1 Features and Benefi tsThe MS Series inverter/charger is designed to allow easy access to wiring, ci

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 3IntroductionFigure 1-2, Electrical Connection Points910871211Positive (+) DC Terminal(under cover)Negative (-) DC Term

Page 4 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.IntroductionFigure 1-3, Left Side Features (MS2012, MS2812, MS2024, MS4024)The left side of the MS Series inverter is

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 5Installation1.2 How an Inverter/Charger WorksThere are two modes of operation associated with this inverter/charger:•

Page 6 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Introduction1.3 Advantages of a Pure Sine Wave vs a Modifi ed Sine Wave InverterToday’s inverters come in three basic

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 7Introduction1.4 Appliances and Run TimeThe MS Series inverter/charger can power a wide range of household appliances

Page 8 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Installation2.0 InstallationInfo: Installations should be performed by qualifi ed personnel, such as a licensed or cer

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 9InstallationFigure 2-1, Simplifi ed Installation Diagram for Permanent InstallationsBattery Bank120/240VAC power to inv

Page 10 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Installation2.1.3 Locating the InverterOnly install the inverter in a location that meets the following requiremen

Page i© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Disclaimer of LiabilityThe use of this manual and the conditions or methods of installation, operation, use, and maint

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 11Installation2.2 Mounting the InverterThe inverter base can reach a temperature up to 90°C (194°F) and should be mou

Page 12 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.InstallationFigure 2-3, MS Series Dimensions and Side Reference12 ⅝"(32.1 cm)12"(30.5 cm)2"(5.1 cm)13

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 13Installation2.3 Wiring the Inverter - General RequirementsThis section describes the requirements and recommendation

Page 14 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Installation2.4 DC WiringThis section describes the inverter’s required DC wire sizes, the recommended disconnect/ov

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 15InstallationFigure 2-4, DC and Battery Temperature Sensor WiringDC System Grounding point[Electrode Conductor (i.e.,

Page 16 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Installation2.4.1 DC Wire SizingIt is important to use the correct sized DC wire to achieve maximum effi ciency from

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 17InstallationTable 2-2, DC Wire Size For Increased DistanceInverter ModelMinimum Recommended DC Wire Size (one way)*5

Page 18 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Installation2.4.4 Wiring the DC Overcurrent Protection Device A fuse/disconnect or circuit breaker must be provided

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 19Installation2.4.6 Battery Temperature Sensor Installation and WiringThe Battery Temperature Sensor (shown in Figure

Page 20 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Installation2.4.7 Wiring the Inverter to the Battery BankCAUTION: The inverter is NOT reverse polarity protected –

Safety Information © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page ii IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSTHIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS F

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 21Installation2.5 AC WiringThis section provides information on how to make the AC connections to the inverter using th

Page 22 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.InstallationCAUTION: Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) shall be installed in the recreational vehicle wirin

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 23Installation2.5.5 AC Conductor Wiring (MS2012, MS2812, MS4024 models)The following steps are basic guidelines for i

Page 24 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Installation2.5.6 AC Wiring Confi gurations (MS2012, MS2812, MS2024, MS4024)The following table provides the differe

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 25InstallationMain Panel(Utility/Generator Input)MS Series InverterAC Terminal Block(AC input and output wiring)SINGLE

Page 26 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.InstallationFigure 2-10, AC Wiring for Single In – Single Out (60 A) Confi gurationsMain Panel(Utility/Generator Inpu

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 27InstallationFigure 2-11, AC Wiring for Single In – Dual Out Confi gurationsMain Panel(Utility/Generator Input)MS2012-1

Page 28 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.InstallationFigure 2-12, AC Wiring for Dual In – Single Out Confi gurationsSub-Panel and Outlets(Inverter Loads)120VA

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 29InstallationFigure 2-13, AC Wiring for Dual In – Dual Out Confi gurations240VAC onlyin standbyMain Panel(Utility/Gener

Page 30 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Installation2.5.7 AC Conductor Wiring (MS2000 models)The MS2000 offers a cost-effective alternative to the MS2012 w

Safety InformationPage iii• Overcurrent protection for the AC output wiring is not provided as an integral part of this inverter. Overcurrent protect

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 31Installation2.5.8 AC Wiring Confi guration (MS2000 models)The following table provides the different wiring confi gura

Page 32 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.InstallationMain Panel(Utility Power/Generator Input)MS2000 InverterAC Terminal Block(AC input and output wiring)SIN

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 33InstallationMain Panel(Utility Power/Generator Input)MS2000-15B/MS2000-20B InvertersAC Terminal Block(AC input and ou

Page 34 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Installation2.6 Grounding InvertersThe inverter/charger should always be connected to a permanent, grounded wiring s

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 35Installation2.6.1 Sizing the Grounding Electrode ConductorsAC Side – The size of the AC grounding electrode conducto

Page 36 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.InstallationMethod 2 (Figure 2-18): When the AC and DC service panels are near each other, then the AC grounding ele

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 37Installation2.6.2 System Bonding JumperThe MS Series inverter does not include an internal bond between the grounded

Page 38 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Installation2.6.4 Grounding on BoatsWhen installing the MS Series inverter/charger on a boat, there are several con

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 39Installation2.6.5 Neutral to Safety Ground BondingThe standards for safely wiring residential, commercial, RV/truck,

Page 40 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Installation2.6.6 Disabling the Neutral-to-Ground ConnectionAll MS Series inverter/chargers have the automatic neut

Safety Information © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page iv CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONSCE MANUEL CONTIENT DE IMPORTANTES POU

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 41Installation2.7 Inverter Notifi cation RequirementsWhen an inverter is installed in a building, facility or structure,

Page 42 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Installation2.9 Functional TestAfter all electrical connections to the inverter, batteries, AC source and sub-panel

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 43InstallationAC Terminal BlockAC Output120 Vac(± 5%)Neutral to Ground< 0.5 Vac3030Figure 2-25, AC Voltage ChecksFig

Page 44 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Operation3.0 OperationThe MS Series inverter has two normal operating routines: Inverter mode, which powers your loa

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 45Operation3.2 Standby ModeMagnum Energy’s MS Series features an internal battery charger and an automatic transfer rel

Page 46 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.OperationThe Charge mode provides up to four separate charging stages: Bulk Charging, Absorb Charging, Float Chargin

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 47Operation3.4 Transfer TimeWhile in Standby mode, the AC input is continually monitored. Whenever AC power falls bel

Page 48 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Operation3.6 Protection Circuitry OperationThe inverter is protected against fault conditions and in normal usage i

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 49Operation3.7 Inverter StartupPower ON/OFF Switch – The inverter can be turned on and off by lightly pressing and rele

Page 50 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Operation3.8 Factory Default ValuesYour MS Series inverter/charger uses default values for the adjustable settings

Safety InformationPage v• Protection contre les surintensités pour le câblage de sortie AC n’est pas fourni en tant que partie intégrante de cet ondu

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 51Operation3.9 Inverter Fan OperationThe inverter contains two internal cooling fans that are automatically controlle

Page 52 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Maintenance and Troubleshooting4.0 Maintenance and TroubleshootingThe following information is provided to help you

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 53Maintenance and Troubleshooting4.3 TroubleshootingThe MS Series inverter/charger is a fairly simple device to trouble

Page 54 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Maintenance and Troubleshooting4.4 Performing an Inverter ResetCertain faults require that the inverter be reset.

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 55Appendix A – Specifi cationsModelsMS2000/MS2012 MS2812 MS2024 MS4024Inverter Specifi cationsInput battery voltage rang

Page 56 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Appendix A – Specifi cations200400600100014001800220026003000340038004200MS4024MS2812MS2000/MS201260%65%70%75%80%85%9

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 57Appendix A – Specifi cationsA-4 Optional Equipment and AccessoriesThe following Magnum Energy components are availab

Page 58 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Appendix B – Battery InformationAppendix B – Battery InformationB-1 Battery LocationPeriodic maintenance (i.e., chec

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 59Appendix B – Battery InformationB-5 Battery Bank Sizing WorksheetComplete the steps below to determine the battery b

Page 60 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Appendix B – Battery InformationB-6 Battery Wiring Confi gurationsThe battery bank must be wired to match the invert

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page viTable of ContentsImportant Safety Information ...ii1.0 In

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page 61Appendix B – Battery InformationFigure B-4, Battery Bank Wiring Examples (12-volt)12 VDCbattery(100 AH)12 VDCbattery(

Page 62 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Appendix B – Battery InformationFigure B-5, Battery Bank Wiring Examples (24-volt)24-volt battery bank (one string o

Page 63Appendix C – Inverter/Charger TerminologyAppendix C – Inverter/Charger TerminologyThe following is a glossary of terms with which you may not b

Page 64 © 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Appendix C – Inverter/Charger Terminology Locked Rotor Amps – The current drawn by an electric motor with the shaft

Page 65Appendix D – Warranty & ServiceLimited WarrantyMagnum Energy, Inc., warrants the MS Series to be free from defects in material and workmans

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Page vii© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.List of FiguresFigure 1-1, Power Switch, Status LED, and Accessory Connection Ports ...

© 2012 Magnum Energy, Inc.Page viiiList of TablesTable 1-1, Typical Appliance Power Consumption ..............