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VertaMax User Manual 

 

Revision 1.1 

1.2  S

AFETY 

I

NFORMATION

 

Please read the installation and operating instructions carefully prior to use. Pay special attention to the 

IMPORTANT

 and 

WARNING

 statements in the manual. 

 

WARNING: 

The VertaMax produces the same potentially lethal AC power as normal household outlets. It is suggested 
that you treat it with the same precautions as a normal 120 VAC outlet. 
 
Do not operate the VertaMax near flammable fumes or gases, such as in the cabin of a gasoline powerboat, 
or near propane tanks. 
 
Never work or service the AC wiring without disconnecting the DC Input connections. 
 
Do not connect or disconnect batteries while the Inverter is operating from the battery supply. Dangerous 
arcing may result. 

1.3  S

PECIFICATIONS

 

1.3.1 

Electrical Specifications 

Parameter  

PIN-1500-12 

PIN-2500-12 

Continuous Rated Power 

1500 Watts 

2500 Watts 

Peak Surge Power 

3000 Watts 

5000 Watts 

Input Voltage (Nominal) 

12VDC 

12VDC 

Input Voltage (Min – Max) 

10 – 16VDC 

10 – 16VDC 

Output Voltage (Nominal) 

120VAC 

120VAC 

USB Output Voltage* 

5VDC 

5VDC 

Output Frequency (Nominal) 

60 Hz 

60 Hz 

Output Waveform 

Modified Sine Wave 

Modified Sine Wave 

1.3.2 

Physical Specifications 

Parameter 

 

Value

 

Dimension (H x W x D) 

5.06” (129mm) x 11.5” (292mm) x 6.56” (167mm) 

Unit Weight 

8.6 lb. (3.9kg) 

Cooling 

Powered Fan 

Operating Temperature 

0

o

C to 60

o

Storage Temperature 

-25

o

C to 70

o

Operating Humidity 

20 to 80% relative humidity (non-condensing) 

Non-Operating Humidity 

 Greater than 95% relative humidity 

38.7

o

C max wet bulb temperature with no damage 

*

 If equipped 

 

2  INSTALLATION 

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  Insure all terminating connections are clean and tight to prevent arcing and overheating. 

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  The VertaMax must be installed in an area that satisfies all of the following conditions: 

1.  Dry: Avoid any location where water can contact the inverter 
2.  Cool: Ambient air temperature between 30°F and 105°F (0°C and 40°C) 
3.  Ventilated: Allow at least 6 in (150 mm) of clearance above and below and at least 1 in (25 mm) 

on each side for proper air flow. 

4.  Safe: Do not operate in a shared compartment with batteries or any flammable substances, 

(e.g.: gasoline) 

 

IMPORTANT:

 To avoid fire, do not cover or obstruct ventilation openings. 

 

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Summary of Contents for PIN-1500-12

Page 1: ...windynation VertaMax Power Inverter PIN 1500 12 PIN 2500 12 User s Manual...

Page 2: ...Voltage 8 3 4 2 Low Input Voltage 9 3 4 3 Power Overload 9 3 4 4 Over Heating 9 3 4 5 Short Circuit 9 3 4 6 Functional Matrix 9 4 Application 9 4 1 Power Consumption 9 4 2 Typical Power Consumption 1...

Page 3: ...excellent overload protection and capacity to operate different reactive loads The Inverter may be used for many different applications including Solar PV battery systems Wind Turbine battery systems...

Page 4: ...inal 120VAC 120VAC USB Output Voltage 5VDC 5VDC Output Frequency Nominal 60 Hz 60 Hz Output Waveform Modified Sine Wave Modified Sine Wave 1 3 2 Physical Specifications Parameter Value Dimension H x W...

Page 5: ...GFPD The system electrical negative should be bonded through a GFPD to earth ground at one and only one location The grounding point may be located in the solar wind circuit or the battery circuit 2 4...

Page 6: ...the cable must be terminated with a battery terminal that clamps to the post on the battery IMPORTANT If there is an excessive voltage drop and the voltage at the inverter drops below 10 volts the in...

Page 7: ...ome appliances are turned on This feature helps protect both the appliance and the inverter from excessive power draws and surges When the power switch is turned on the VertaMax Soft Start will smooth...

Page 8: ...indicator will work as normal operation and will light when the VertaMax is remotely ON 3 2 USB PORT The USB outlet if equipped will supply 5 volts at 500ma to charge and power cell phones MP3 Players...

Page 9: ...e manual power switch 3 4 4 Over Heating When the inverter exceeds a safe operating temperature due to insufficient ventilation or an increase of ambient temperature the inverter will automatically sh...

Page 10: ...TION Appliance Watts Appliance Watts Stereo 200 Microwave 1000 W 1000 Table Fan 200 AC 5 000 BTU 700 TV VCR 250 Computer 300 Small Refrigerator 350 Hair Dryer 1000 Hand Drill 1 2 600 Coffee Maker 1200...

Page 11: ...e power inverter will also draw a small current less than 600mA when turned off and not operating Therefore it should be disconnected from your battery if it will not be used for more than a day The f...

Page 12: ...EP 3 Estimate Battery Amp Hours Required Multiply the DC amps required from step 2 above by the number of hours you estimate you will operate your equipment exclusively from battery power before you h...

Page 13: ...operates for a short period and then turns off Load is trying to draw too much current Be sure load is less than rated watts of inverter Remove excessive load Turn inverter off and back on to reset Al...

Page 14: ...sole and exclusive remedy and the entire liability of Windy Nation its suppliers and affiliates for breach of the warranty is at Windy Nation s option either i to replace the Product or defective com...

Page 15: ...L WARRANTIES EXPRESS IMPLIED AND STATUTORY INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH RESPECT TO ANY PRODUCTS PROVIDED BY WINDY NA...

Page 16: ...l causes of action and all theories of liability will be limited to and will not exceed the purchase price of the Product paid by Customer This warranty gives the Customer specific legal rights and th...

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