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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

WF-8500-AD-MBA SERIES

WF-8540-AD-MBA   |   WF-8560-AD-MBA

(The Power Center model number is located on the front panel next to the breakers)

ARTERRA DISTRIBUTION 

(877) 294-8997 

wfcoelectronics.com

WARRANTY

 

[email protected]

Fax (574) 294-8698

Distributed by Arterra in the U.S.A. and Canada

Summary of Contents for WF-8500-AD-MBA Series

Page 1: ...BA WF 8560 AD MBA The Power Center model number is located on the front panel next to the breakers ARTERRA DISTRIBUTION 877 294 8997 wfcoelectronics com WARRANTY warranty wfcoelectronics com Fax 574 294 8698 Distributed by Arterra in the U S A and Canada ...

Page 2: ...Protection 4 OPERATIONAL FEATURES Auto Detect 5 Three Stage Smart Charging 5 Two Stage Smart Charging 6 TROUBLESHOOTING INSTRUCTIONS Converter Output Voltage 8 Reverse Polarity Fuses 8 Troubleshooting Flow Chart 9 Replacing the MBA 10 GENERAL COMPLIANCE INFORMATION Agency Listings 11 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Mounting the MBA 11 WARRANTY INFORMATION 12 SPECIFICATIONS 13 TABLE OF CONTENTS ...

Page 3: ... total load increases and decreases fan speed as the load decreases Unlike traditional temperature controlled fans the load controlled fan provides better component cooling by avoiding temperature spikes which can lead to premature component failure OVER TEMPERATURE PROTECTION If the internal temperature of the converter exceeds a critical point it will shut down This protects the unit from excess...

Page 4: ... BATTERY PROTECTION The WF 8500 AD MBA Series Main Board Assembly will charge the 12 volt House battery if installed A battery DOES NOT have to be installed for WF 8500 AD MBA Series Main Board Assembly to operate When a battery is installed two reverse polarity fuses protect the MBA circuitry The fuses are located along the left center edge of the DC fuse board below the VCC lug Refer to Figure 1...

Page 5: ...tem LEAD ACID AGM THREE STAGE SMART CHARGING In order to maximize battery life it is best to charge batteries slowly keep them topped off with a trickle charge when the RV is not being used The 3 Stage smart charger continuously measures the battery voltage output and regulates the amount of charge using three modes of operation Absorption Bulk and Float modes All WFCO power converters are automat...

Page 6: ...le charge to the battery after the system observes no significant variations in current draw over a long period of time When in float mode the voltage will reduce from 13 6V to 13 2V and supply the trickle charge which helps to preserve the life of the battery while keeping it charged and ready for use A change in DC current will cause the converter to exit the mode and return to the Absorption mo...

Page 7: ...rrent from the converter will decrease If the total amperage draw from the converter reaches a preset point within the one to four hour timer the converter is designed to drop out of bulk mode ABSORPTION MODE This mode is designed with 1 purpose in mind This purpose is to provide a safe operating voltage for all loads in the RV This is accomplished by reducing from bulk mode the output voltage to ...

Page 8: ...ttery wire circuit One may have been installed by the RV manufacturer Also check for loose wiring connections CHECKING FOR REVERSE POLARITY BATTERY HOOKUP REVERSE POLARITY FUSES If there is no DC output coming from the WF 8500 AD MBA Series Main Board Assembly converter section first check the reverse polarity fuses on the fuse board Then visually inspect the fuses for any breaks in the fuse eleme...

Page 9: ...r enclosure will sound This alarm will continue to sound until the AC wires are connected correctly If the above checks have been made but the converter output still reads 0 0 VDC the converter is not functioning properly Contact the Arterra Distribution Power PROs at 1 877 294 8997 Should it be determined that the WF 8500 AD MBA Series Main Board Assembly needs to be replaced removal of the Main ...

Page 10: ...e has a metal pin that is inserted into the breaker with a pigtail wire added to it If the pigtail wire is connected to another wire disconnect that wire from the pigtail 5 Remove the converter white wire from the neutral bus bar 6 Remove the converter green wire from the ground bus bar 7 In the converter compartment remove the two screws at the front of the MBA holding it in place Slide the MBA f...

Page 11: ...e equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interfe...

Page 12: ...he WFCO written instructions Any consequential damages arising from the loss of use of the product including but not limited to inconvenience loss of service loss of revenue loss or damage to personal property cost of all services performed in removing or replacing the WFCO product Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation Any WFCO Electronics products sold through unauthor...

Page 13: ...RANTY ASSISTANCE The consumer may contact the selling Dealer or OEM for warranty assistance The consumer may also contact Arterra Distribution exclusive distributor to WFCO Products at 574 294 8997 or Fax 574 294 8698 ...

Page 14: ...ARTERRA DISTRIBUTION 877 294 8997 wfcoelectronics com WARRANTY warranty wfcoelectronics com Fax 574 294 8698 Distributed by Arterra in the U S A and Canada Power PROs Technical Support 877 294 8997 ...

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