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10. UNDERSTANDING THE ERROR CODES

11. ESTIMATED RUN TIMES FOR VARIOUS LOADS

The following run times are from the 

base unit’s

 80AH battery on specific loads used for testing. Actual run times may vary. 

TIPS: MAXIMIZE THE USAGE OF YOUR 

Solar Generator 1800

During times of power outage, here are some tips to maximize your run times for key back-up power applications: 

z

Do not leave appliances on when not in use because they will drain the internal battery.

z

For computer use, use laptop, or desktop computer with LCD monitor instead of desktop computers with a CRT monitor. 

z

Use small TVs instead of big screen TVs.

z

Use small desk lamps (25 to 40 W) instead of high-wattage lamps.

ERROR 

CODE 

CONDITION 

CORRECTIVE ACTION 

F_1 

Inverter has sensed input under voltage and has 
shutdown 

Recharge battery immediately and restart unit 

F_2 

Inverter has sensed input over voltage and has 
shutdown 

Check battery voltage or if any external charger is connected to 
the battery pod. Correct input and restart unit. 

F_3 

Inverter output has sensed overload or short 
circuit and was shutdown 

Check load connected to the output. Reduce load and restart 
the unit 

F_4 

Inverter has sensed internal temperature high and 
has shutdown 

Turn unit off and wait for 15 minutes before restarting. Check if 
any object has blocked the air flow of the unit 

F_5 

Inverter has sensed low voltage input and warning 
occurs 

Recharge battery as unit will shut down shortly 

F_6 

Inverter has sensed output load is high and 
overload shutdown is near 

Check load connected to the output. Reduce load. 

F_7 

Inverter has sensed internal temperature high and 
is close to thermal shutdown limit 

Reduce load and check if any ventilation of the unit is blocked. 

F_11 

Transfer relay has sensed high temperature and 
shutdown 

Check load connected to the output. Reduce load and check if 
any ventilation of the unit is blocked 

LOAD 

CONSUMPTION 

ESTIMATE RUN TIME 

Cordless Phone 

5W 

140hrs 

Home Alarm System 

5W 

140hrs 

Clock/Radio 

8W 

84hrs 

Table Lamp 

40W/60W 

16hrs/ 11hrs 

Freezer (8.8 cu. ft.) 

80W 

8.5 hrs 

20” LCD TV

 

100W 

6.5hrs 

Refrigerator (18 cu. ft.) 

120W 

5hrs 

Sump Pump (1/2 hp) 

300W 

1.5 hrs 

Microwave (mid-size) 

1000W 

45 mins 

Coffee Maker 

1200W 

25 min 

Summary of Contents for Solar Generator 1800

Page 1: ...Solar Generator 1800 USER MANUAL ENJOY THE FREEDOM OF USING SOLAR POWER ...

Page 2: ...s have someone nearby in case of an emergency z Wear eye protection and gloves when working with batteries z Avoid touching your eyes while using this unit z Keepfreshwaterand soaponhandintheeventbatteryacidcomesincontactwith eyes If thisoccurs cleanserightaway with soap and water for a minimum of 15 minutes and seek medical attention z Batteries may produce explosive gases DO NOT smoke or have an...

Page 3: ... 5 Product Features 4 6 Installation Set up 5 7 Installing Additional Battery Pods 8 Operation 9 Operating the PV Solar Input 10 Understanding the Error Codes 11 Estimate Run Times 12 Battery Replacement 13 Troubleshooting 14 Specifications 15 Options for Expansion Accessories 16 Understanding Solar Electric Power 1 1 11 1 13 ...

Page 4: ... certain products and loads which require more current than the unit can provide It has a peak power output of 1800 watts maximum and a continuous load output wattage of 1440 watts when supplying backup power from its batteries This limit applies to the total of all items plugged into the product This output wattage is not sufficient to run products designed to produce large amounts of heat includ...

Page 5: ...two in the rear for powering electric devices that draw a maximum total of 1800 watts 1440 watts continuous All outlets are surge protected and backed up by the internal battery 19 7 Battery Level LED displays battery level in five stages 20 8 One 12V Cigarette Lighter Outlet for powering DC devices 21 9 Two USB Outlets for powering charging 5VDC digital devices e g cell phone pad camera etc Solar...

Page 6: ...ff or begins to beep NOTE when you unplug the unit from the wall outlet it automatically switches to battery mode Now remove the load and recharge the Battery from the AC outlet until the display reads FUL Next run the batteries down again until the unit shuts itself off or begins to beep Do this 3 5 times You only need to leave the unit plugged in for 3 days one time after that it is ready once t...

Page 7: ...h the solar cells facing down on a flat surface to minimize the output voltage to zero volts z Verify the Solar charge indicator is off z Disconnect the solar cable connector from the solar input port of the unit Gently squeeze the locking tabs on the sides of the plug while pulling it out to release the plug ...

Page 8: ... Improper connections reversing the wire connection on the wind generator connection will cause the unit to malfunction and may permanently damage the unit Damage caused by a reverse polarity connection is not covered by the warranty z Plug in the wind generator cord plug to the wind generator input port located at the back of the unit Please note the polarity of the connector Don t force the conn...

Page 9: ...applicable OVER VOLTAGE PROTECTION Utility Backup Power Fault LED stays RED Screen shows error code F_02 One beep per second Unit shuts down after 10 seconds Not applicable Unit starts recharging the internal battery when utility power is restored Turn on the unit to restore normal operation UNDER VOLTAGE SHUTDOWN During backup power operation the battery power has been completely exhausted No pow...

Page 10: ...art unit F_3 Inverter output has sensed overload or short circuit and was shutdown Check load connected to the output Reduce load and restart the unit F_4 Inverter has sensed internal temperature high and has shutdown Turn unit off and wait for 15 minutes before restarting Check if any object has blocked the air flow of the unit F_5 Inverter has sensed low voltage input and warning occurs Recharge...

Page 11: ...e utility for more than 24 hrs to fully charge the battery or leave the solar panel plugged into the battery pod for more than 72 hrs Battery is near the end of it s life Replace battery or battery pod s Solar Charger indicator is not ON when solar panel is connected Solar panel cannot supply sufficient power to start the solar charger and charge the battery Check location and direction of solar p...

Page 12: ...F 25 C Safety Conforms to UL STD 1778 CERTIFIED TO CSA STD C22 2 NO 107 3 05 Dimension 554 x 307 x 243mm FCC Class B according to FCC part15B and ANSI C63 4 2009 Weight 34 8kg INVERTER SPECIFICATION INTERNAL AC CHARGER SPECIFICATION Output Current Power 12A 1440W continuous 15A 1800W maximum Output Current 5 ADC Surge Power 2880W peak Output Voltage Absorption Float 14 8 13 5 VDC Output Voltage 12...

Page 13: ...ore returning the product After speaking to a customer service representative if products are deemed non working or malfunctioning a return materials authorization RMA will be issued The product may be returned to Nature ower for free replacement or repair within 90 days Products may not be returned without an RMA If the unit is repaired new or reconditioned replacement parts may be used at Nature...

Page 14: ...this case the batteries will eventually become drained even though the solar panels are trying to charge them In simpler terms the battery acts like a barrel of water with a spigot at the bottom The barrel can continue to supply water out of the spigot as long as water is being poured into the top of the barrel at least as fast as it is being drained out of the spigot But if the spigot is opened u...

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