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Revision 3 

VertaMax User Manual

 

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1   INTRODUCTION 

The VertaMax Power Inverter is a highly reliable product that uses advanced technologies for 

high performance and stability. The VertaMax efficiently converts DC power from your vehicle, 

boat, or directly from a dedicated 12V DC battery, into 115V AC power that is commonly used in 

a wide variety of household AC items, such as computers, mobile phone chargers, radio, TV etc. 

 

The VertaMax has many features that you would expect in very high end inverters as well as all 

the safety features that would be desired to protect your equipment. 

 

The Inverter may be used for many different applications including Solar (PV) battery systems, 

Wind Turbine battery systems, Recreational Vehicles, Boats, etc. 

 

Please read this manual carefully before installing or using the inverter and keep it for future 

reference.

 

Microprocessor Based PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) Operation 

1.1 F

EATURES

 

  Microprocessor Based PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) Operation  

  Three AC Receptacles with Circuit Breakers 

  Soft Start 

  Digital Display Voltage and Power Meter 

  Power On/OFF Switch and LED indicator 

  Remote On/Off Capability 

  Automatic Overload Protection 

  Low Voltage Shutdown Battery Protection 

  Short Circuit Protection 

  High Temperature Protection 

  Fault Indication 

  Load and Thermally Activated Cooling Fans 

 

 

DC Positive (+) Input 

Remote Switch Port

3

 

Cooling Fan

1

 

Power LED 

DC Negative (-) Input 

10 

Digital Display Meter 

Grounding Terminal 

11 

Fault LED 

Permanent AC Connection

2

 

12 

ON/OFF Switch 

Circuit Breaker Protector [x3] 

13 

Digital Display Select Switch 

AC Outlets [x3] 

 

 

1

Number of fans depends on model 

2

Not available on all models 

3

Optional Remote Cable required [PN: PIN-RMPS-01] 

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 115 VAC outlet. 

 

Summary of Contents for VertaMax PIN-1500-12M

Page 1: ...windynation VertaMax Power Inverter PIN 1500 12M PIN 3000 12M User s Manual...

Page 2: ...on Alarms 9 3 3 1 Over Input Voltage 9 3 3 2 Low Input Voltage 9 3 3 3 Power Overload 9 3 3 4 Over Heating 10 3 3 5 Short Circuit 10 3 3 6 Functional Matrix 10 4 Application 10 4 1 Power Consumption 1...

Page 3: ...roprocessor Based PWM Pulse Width Modulation Operation Three AC Receptacles with Circuit Breakers Soft Start Digital Display Voltage and Power Meter Power On OFF Switch and LED indicator Remote On Off...

Page 4: ...by Current 0 80A 1 0A Low Battery Voltage Alarm 10 5 VDC 0 3VDC Low Battery Voltage Shutdown 10 0 VDC 0 3VDC High Battery Voltage Shutdown 16 VDC 0 5VDC Efficiency 85 90 1 3 2 Physical Specifications...

Page 5: ...e system negative conductor to this terminal NEC requires the use of an external ground fault protection device GFPD The system electrical negative should be bonded through a GFPD to earth ground at o...

Page 6: ...or that provides a secure low resistance connection For example if the power source is a battery the cable must be terminated with a battery terminal that clamps to the post on the battery IMPORTANT I...

Page 7: ...sing one ensure a secure connection 2 4 1 Permanent AC Connection Not available on all models WARNING If you are making a permanent AC connection to the inverter make sure that the AC wiring is perfor...

Page 8: ...urce is ON if switched From the AC Output end of the inverter switch the rocker power switch to the ON position The green power indicator will light and the VertaMax will now deliver AC power to the o...

Page 9: ...IMPORTANT Although the inverter incorporates protection against over voltage it is still possible to damage the unit when the input voltage exceeds 15V DC 3 3 2 Low Input Voltage As a battery is used...

Page 10: ...onal Mode Power Switch Power Light Fault Light Audible Alarm Unit is off Off Off Off Off Normal Operation On On Off Off Low input voltage 11V On On Off On Low input voltage 10 5V On On On On Low input...

Page 11: ...G 12AWG 10AWG 8AWG 6AWG 6AWG 4AWG 2AWG 2AWG 1 0AWG 3 0AWG 4 0AWG 8 16AWG 14AWG 12AWG 10AWG 8AWG 6AWG 6AWG 4AWG 2AWG 2AWG 1 0AWG 3 0AWG 4 0AWG 10 16AWG 14AWG 12AWG 10AWG 8AWG 6AWG 6AWG 4AWG 2AWG 2AWG 1...

Page 12: ...veral hours For a deep cycle battery at 77 F 25 C use the following table Battery Voltage State of Charge 12 7 13 0 V 100 12 5 12 6 V 80 12 3 12 4 V 60 12 1 12 2 V 40 11 9 12 0 V 20 4 4 3 Actual Batte...

Page 13: ...e or several batteries you should connect to your Inverter NOTE Battery amp hour ratings are usually given for a 20 hour discharge rate Actual amp hour capacities are less when batteries are discharge...

Page 14: ...far as possible from electronic equipment antenna and cables Make sure the chassis ground connection on the inverter is solidly connected Keep battery cables as short as possible and twist them togeth...

Page 15: ...r warranty service shall be shipped at the expense and risk of the Customer The Customer must return the entire Product kit or if authorized by Windy Nation the defective component parts within fiftee...

Page 16: ...GARDLESS OF THE FORM OF ACTION WHETHER IN CONTRACT TORT INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE EVEN IF WINDY NATION OR ITS AFFILIATE OR SUPPLIER HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH...

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