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Operation
3.0 Operation
When the inverter is properly connected to batteries and turned on, the
direct current (DC) from the batteries is transformed into a pure sine wave
alternating current (AC). This AC is similar to the voltage provided by
your utility and is used to power any electrical appliances (i.e., AC loads)
connected to the inverter’s output.
3.1 CSW412
Operation
The CSW412 inverter uses a front panel that contains a power on/off switch,
two LED indicators, a USB port, and a GFCI AC output receptacle.
ON/OFF Power Switch:
used to turn the inverter on and off. To turn the
unit on, toggle the switch to the ON (I) position. The Power indicator lights
green to indicate that the AC output power is available. Press the ON/OFF
switch to the OFF (O) position to turn the unit off.
WARNING:
The Power ON/OFF Switch is not a power disconnect
switch and will not remove the DC power from the inverter.
Disconnect all power to the inverter before working on the unit.
Status Indicator:
may light green or red to indicate the inverter’s status.
When the status indicator lights:
• Power LED (green)
– the inverter has power and is turned on.
• Fault
LED
(red)
– an inverter fault has been detected which caused the
inverter to shut down. If the fault indicator comes on:
1. Determine and resolve the fault condition (e.g., high or low voltage,
load too large, or over-temperature).
2. Reset the inverter by toggling the ON/OFF Power Switch off, then
back on.
USB Port:
enables you to power and charge a USB-enabled device (provides
5 VDC/2.1 A).
CAUTION:
Some USB-powered products may be damaged when
connected to this USB port. If in doubt, check with the product’s
manufacturer.
GFCI Outlet:
the two GFCI-protected AC outlets are used to plug in and
power an AC load. It protects the user against hazardous electrical shocks.
3.2
CSW1012 and CSW2012 Operation
The CSW1012 and CSW2012 inverters use a front panel that contains a
power/select button, a status indicator, a digital display for viewing system
status, a remote port, a USB port, and a GFCI AC output receptacle.
Power/Select Button:
used to turn the inverter on and off. To turn the
unit on, press and hold the button for 1 second until you hear a “beep”. The
digital display alternately shows the unit’s measured battery voltage and AC
output power, and the status indicator lights green. Press the power/select
button to turn the unit off.
WARNING:
The power/select button is not a power disconnect
switch and will not remove the DC power from the inverter.
Disconnect all power to the inverter before working on the inverter.
