Installation Manual
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2.3.1 Dry - Do not allow water to drip or splash on the inverter.
2.3.2 Elevated Operating Ambient - if the inverter is installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly the operating
ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than the room ambient. consideration should
be given to installing the inverter in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature of
60°C.
2.3.3 Safe - Do not install the inverter in a battery compartment or other areas where flammable fumes may exist,
such as fuel storage areas or engine compartments.
2.3.4 Reduced Airflow - Installation of the inverter in a rack should be such that the amount of airflow required for
safe operation is not compromised.
2.3.5 Dust Free - Do not install the inverter in a dusty environment as dust and other particles such as wood
shavings, filings can be pulled into the unit when the cooling fans are operating.
2.3.6 Close to Batteries - Avoid excessive cable lengths but do not install the inverter in the same compartment
as the batteries. Use the recommended wire lengths and sizes (see section 2.6). Also, do not mount the
inverter where it will be exposed to gasses produced by the battery as these gasses are highly corrosive
and prolonged exposure will damage the inverter.
2.3.7 Mechanical Loading - Mounting of inverter in the rack should be such that a hazardous condition is not
achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.
2.3.8 Circuit Overload - Consideration should be given to the connection of the inverter to the supply circuit and
the effect that overloading of these circuits might have on over current protection devices and supply wiring.
Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.
2.3.9 Reliable Earthing - Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained. Particular attention
should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g. use of power
strips).
2.3.10 The unit shall be connected directly to the DC supply system earthing electrode conductor or to a bonding
jumper from an earthing terminal bar or bus to which the DC supply system earthing electrode is connected.
2.3.11 The unit shall be located in the same immediate area (such as adjacent cabinets) as any other equipment
that has a connection between the earthed conductor of the same DC supply circuit and the earthing
conductor, and also the point of earthing of the DC system. The DC system shall not be earthed elsewhere.
2.3.12 The DC supply source must be located within the same premises as the unit.
2.3.13 Switching or disconnecting devices shall not be in the earthed circuit conductor between the DC source and
the point of connection of the earthing electrode conductor.
2.3.14 This unit is intended for connection to a branch circuit with maximum 20A fuse protection.
2.3.15 Please confirm that the AC input breaker is set to the OFF position before connecting/disconnecting the AC
power. Do not touch the AC INPUT terminals other than with properly insulated tools so as to avoid electric
shock. Ensure that the protective cover has been correctly fitted after installation or when any maintenance
has taken place.
2.3.16 Protection in PRIMARY CIRCUITS against over currents, short circuits and earth faults shall be provided,
either as an integral part of the unit or as part of the building installation.
2.3.17 Aluminium conductors must not be used for protective earthing connections.
2.3.18 For supply connections, use wires suitable for at least 105°C since, from test results, cable temperatures
may exceed 90°C.
2.4 Quick Hook-up and Testing
2.4.1 Unpack and inspect the power inverter. If any damage is visible do not proceed any further. Contact
TRANSTECTOR Customer Service immediately
Ensure that the power switch and the AC input breaker are in the OFF position.
2.4.2 Connect the cables to the power input terminals on the rear panel of the power inverter.
The red terminal is positive [+] and black terminal is negative [-].
Insert the cables into the terminals and tighten the Allen nut to clamp the wires securely.
WARNING!
You may observe a spark when you make this connection since
current may flow to charge capacitors in the power inverter.
Do not make this connection in the presence of flammable fumes.
Explosion or fire may result.
WARNING!
Make sure all the DC connections are tight (torque to 9-10 ft-lbs,
11.7-13Nm). Loose connections will overheat and could result in
a potential hazard.
2.4.3 If connecting to a utility or other AC supply make the L, N and FG connections after placing the supplied
safety cover over the AC supply cable. See figure A below.
Note that it will be necessary to remove the two screws fixing the AC input connector in place and replace
them with the two hex nut pillars supplied with the safety cover before it can be fitted. See figure B below.
WARNING!
Connect to the utility supply only after the safety cover has
been installed.
AC Supply
