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• StackClock 

Fault 

– There is a stacker cable problem; or, one inverter 

is losing synchronization with the other inverter.

Remedy: 

Ensure you are using a Magnum Stacking Cable (this is 

not a telephone/data cable, this is a custom made cable). Inspect 

the stacker cable and reconnect at both ends (listen and make sure 

you hear an audible “click” from the connectors at both inverters).

Info:

 This fault has been known to occur when a Magnum Energy 

accessory is plugged into the inverter’s Stack port, but the 

installation is not using multiple inverters in a stacked con

fi

 guration. 

If this occurs, perform an inverter reset (see Section 6.2).

• Stack 

Mode 

Fault 

 

This unit has detected a problem with the “other” 

stacked inverter. Check that unit for a fault condition.

Remedy: 

This fault will automatically clear when the fault with the 

other inverter is corrected.

• StackPhase 

Fault 

 

1. The AC input wiring is incorrect; 2. One phase 

was lost from the AC input source; 3. One of the inverter’s internal transfer 

relays is bad; or, 4. The inverter’s AC input circuit breaker may be open.

Remedy:

 If this fault doesn’t clear after checking these four 

recommendations, perform an inverter reset (see Section 6.2).

• Tfmr 

Overtemp

 – This fault message is displayed when the TCO 

(Temperature Cut-Out) opens and causes the inverter to shut down to 

protect the internal power transformer from damage. When the TCO has 

cooled down, the inverter will automatically restart and resume operation.

Remedy: 

If the fault continues to occur, disconnect all the inverter’s 

AC output wires and reset the inverter (see Section 6.2). If this fault 

does not clear after doing a reset, the inverter may require service.

• Unknown 

Fault 

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– This fault message displays when the inverter/

charger has sent a fault code that cannot be determined by the remote.

Remedy: 

Contact the Magnum Technical Support team to assist you.

• Stuck 

Relay 

– This fault message displays when the inverter is 

“inverting”, but the internal AC pass-thru relay that should be open while 

inverting, is closed.

Remedy: 

The AC pass-thru relay is most likely stuck. A relay usually 

sticks because of damage to the contacts from trying to handle 

currents greater than they are rated. This is usually caused by not 

protecting the relay or by switching high current inductive loads. The 

internal relay contacts are rated to handle 30 amps AC continuously 

and should be protected with an input breaker sized no larger than 

30 amps. If you are connected to an AC source (grid or generator) 

and running large inductive loads (i.e., pumps, motors, etc.,) on 

the inverter output, turn those particular loads off prior to removing 

the AC input source. This fault requires an inverter or power reset 

(Sections 6.2 and 6.3) to clear.

Содержание Magnum Energy ME-RC

Страница 1: ...Owner s Manual Revision 2 9 or higher includes AGS BMK info ME RC Standard Remote Control...

Страница 2: ...he images shown in this manual may not exactly match the unit purchased Restrictions on Use The ME RC remote may only be used in life support devices and systems with the express written approval of S...

Страница 3: ...ortant points of the main text Remedy Provides possible solutions for related issues Product Safety Alerts All electrical work must be performed in accordance with local state and federal electrical c...

Страница 4: ...1 SHORE Button 13 3 3 2 AGS Menu 15 3 3 3 METER Menu 16 3 3 4 SETUP Menu 20 3 3 5 TECH Menu 37 4 0 Menu Map ME RC Remote Control 42 5 0 Operation 45 5 1 Front Panel 45 5 1 1 LED Indicators 45 5 1 2 LC...

Страница 5: ...Faults 75 8 0 Using a BMK 76 8 1 Setting Up the BMK using the ME RC 76 8 1 1 Charge Efficiency Setting 76 8 1 2 Batt AmpHrs Setting 78 8 2 ME RC50 Remote s BMK METER Menu Maps 79 8 3 Operating the BM...

Страница 6: ...TUP 06 VAC Dropout Selections 31 Figure 3 17 SETUP 07 Power Save Selections 32 Figure 3 18 SETUP 08 Screen Setup Selections 32 Figure 3 19 Final Charge Stage Multi Stage 33 Figure 3 20 Final Charge St...

Страница 7: ...a straightforward way LCD Display The LCD display is a 16 x 2 line 32 characters total alphanumeric display used for setting up the inverter charger operation as well as viewing current status or faul...

Страница 8: ...your ME RC remote The more thorough you plan in the beginning the better your inverter needs will be met 2 1 1 Installation Guidelines Before connecting any wires determine the remote s cable route th...

Страница 9: ...nfo Twisted pair cabling is a common form of wiring in which two conductors are wound around each other for the purpose of cancelling out electromagnetic interference i e crosstalk Note The remote cab...

Страница 10: ...Remote The ME RC can be flush mounted through an opening in the wall Find a location that is clean dry and protected Allow room to access the remote s SELECT knob and to view the LEDs display CAUTION...

Страница 11: ...will attach the remote to the wall refer to Figure 2 3 for remote hole locations and dimensions 3 Route one end of the cable through the wall opening to the inverter charger and then plug it into the...

Страница 12: ...AULT PWR CHG INV ME RC V 2 9 INV CHG V No LEDs light PWR lights green FAULT lights red CHG lights green INV lights green CHG lights green INV lights green FAULT PWR CHG INV Off DC 25 5V 0A All LEDs ar...

Страница 13: ...used to find adjust and save the desired settings see Figure 3 1 LCD Display The 2 line LCD display shows status and information for the inverter charger and any attached accessories All setup menus a...

Страница 14: ...the desired setting When the bottom line shows the desired setting 5 Press the SELECT knob to save this setting Inverting 04 Battery Type 3 Press the SELECT knob When the bottom line shows the desire...

Страница 15: ...patibility level L1 L2 L3 L4 or L5 3 Use Table 3 1 to determine which ME RC features settings you want to use and what inverter compatibility level is required see the Inverter Level Required column i...

Страница 16: ...ad only display Level 4 3 Read Only Input Amp AAC Read only display Level 4 3 Read Only I C Amps AAC Read only display Level 4 3 Read Only AC Input V Read only display MSH Models Read Only AC2 Input V...

Страница 17: ...Float 12 0 16 0V 13 2V Equalize 12 0 16 0V 15 6V CC CV Max Amps OFF 20 990A Level 3 200A Chg Volts 12 0 16 0V 13 8V EndChg Time DC Amps Hold VDC Time EndChg Time DoneTime 0 1 25 5 Hrs Level 4 4 1 5Hr...

Страница 18: ...splay INT or EXT Level 1 Read Only Charge Rate Shore Max 06 Set PIN SETUP Locked Unlocked Change PIN PIN 0000 Level 1 Unlocked 12 volt values shown they are different for 24v and 48v inverters These s...

Страница 19: ...assing thru the inverter the incoming AC current that is used to power the AC loads and charge the batteries is monitored If this current begins to approach the Shore Max setting the battery charger c...

Страница 20: ...he current from the loads on the output of the inverter is greater than the circuit breaker rating on the incoming AC source you will experience nuisance tripping Info The Shore Max feature is not ava...

Страница 21: ...he Shore Max setting to the value of only one of the breaker poles i e 30A dual pole 30A setting If the input breaker is a single pole 120 VAC input and connected to only one input set the Shore Max s...

Страница 22: ...rrent delivered to the batteries This meter converts AC amps to display DC amps so the accuracy below one amp AC 10 amps DC 12 VDC is not detected When the current in or out of the batteries is greate...

Страница 23: ...be 240VAC loads and is calculated differently based on the mode When in Inverter mode the Load Amps value is the sum of all the 120V currents from both HOT 1 and HOT 2 outputs Example If I have a 5A 1...

Страница 24: ...s is normally because the neutral to ground bond connection in the electrical system is not correct or not connected METER 02 BM SOC thru 06 BM TECH These menus allow the optional ME BMK Magnum Energy...

Страница 25: ...0AAC TO LOADS Status Fault Input Amps 10AAC Status Fault I C Amps 10AAC Status Fault Load Amps 20AAC Figure 3 8 Current Flow Load Support Mode Figure 3 7 Current Flow Standby Mode MAGNUM INVERTER Inpu...

Страница 26: ...s inverting to provide full voltage on its output Should I use the Search Watts feature If the inverter can spend a great deal of time searching to reduce the power drain on your batteries and you can...

Страница 27: ...ge 9 0 13 0 VDC increments by 0 1 VDC Values for a 12v model Where to set the LBCO setting For Lead Acid battery types e g Flooded GEL and AGM if you want to cycle the batteries slightly but don t wan...

Страница 28: ...is dependent on the inverter s compatibility level With a compatibility level of 4 0 the available range is 0 1 25 5 hrs However if the compatibility level is 4 0 even though you can adjust the setti...

Страница 29: ...n series are referred to as a series string and the amp hour capacity doesn t change Each series string is connected together in parallel to increase the amp hour capacity Add the amp hour capacity of...

Страница 30: ...imits output current if needed It consolidates all the battery charge settings that are required for a 2 stage charging cycle i e Constant Current and Constant Voltage Info If 04 Battery Type is set t...

Страница 31: ...city of your battery bank Default 1 5 Hrs Range 0 1 25 5 Hrs DoneAmps The DoneAmps setting is used when the DC amperage supplied to the batteries i e return amps determines when the batteries are full...

Страница 32: ...teries and to run the DC loads This scenario could result in overcharging the batteries since the return amps reading will be skewed by the DC loads MaxTime This setting is a safety feature that ensur...

Страница 33: ...ltage Silent Constant Current Voltage Current Max Amps CV Charge Volts Recharge Volts restarts Constant Current charge End Charge Done Time or Amps CURRENT VOLTAGE TIME Figure 3 14 Hold VDC Charge Sta...

Страница 34: ...been selected the charger begins Bulk charging whenever AC power is connected and remains in the bulk charge stage until the absorption charge voltage is achieved The charger will remain in the absorp...

Страница 35: ...te Voltage same as absorption voltage to prevent equalization charge Note Charge voltages for Concord Lifeline Series AGM batteries Note Charge voltages for East Penn Deka Discover and Trojan AGM batt...

Страница 36: ...TUP Press Status 05 Charge Rate Rotate to Press to select Rotate to desired selection Range 0 100 increments 10 Figure 3 15 SETUP 05 Charge Rate Selections SETUP 05 Charge Rate Sets the maximum charge...

Страница 37: ...inputs The VAC Dropout setting determines at what AC voltage from the AC1 to NEUT terminals will connect to or disengage from the incoming AC The VAC Dropout2 setting determines at what AC voltage fro...

Страница 38: ...o 60 minutes that determines how often the display goes into Power Save mode Default setting PwrSave 15min Range OFF 1 60 Minutes Press to save SETUP Press Status 07 Power Save Rotate to Press to sele...

Страница 39: ...12 volt batteries 25 4 VDC for 24 volt batteries or 50 8 VDC for 48 volt batteries at which time it returns to the Float stage The charger continues to cycle between Float and Full Charge as long as...

Страница 40: ...attery Type menu Unlike Multi mode in Float mode there is no Full Charge feature See Figure 3 20 Why would I use the Float Charge Stage Float mode is typically used when the charger is the only charge...

Страница 41: ...lly the lowest DC volts the batteries are allowed to fall is 12 0 to 12 2 VDC 12 volt systems 24 0 to 24 4 VDC 24 volt systems and 48 0 to 48 8 VDC 48 volt systems respectively Default setting Rebulk...

Страница 42: ...el With these battery types the charger would always go into float charge which may not allow these battery types to be fully charged Enabling the Always Bulk setting will force the charger to automat...

Страница 43: ...FETs AGS Displays the temperature of the AGS Auto Generator Start temp sensor if one is connected If no AGS is connected No Comm displays TECH Press Status 01 Temperatures Rotate to Press to select R...

Страница 44: ...that accessory TECH Press Status 04 Load Defaults Rotate to Press and hold for 5 seconds Status DEFAULTS LOADED Factory defaults are loaded and display shows Figure 3 25 TECH 04 Load Defaults Selecti...

Страница 45: ...models 03 Absorb Time Absorb Hrs 1 5 04 Battery Type BatType Flooded 05 Charge Rate Max Charge 80 06 VAC Dropout Dropout 80 VAC 150 VAC for export models 07 Power Save PwrSave 15min 08 Screen Setup C...

Страница 46: ...remaining three digits until the desired PIN number displays 3 After pressing the SELECT knob for the last digit the PIN is set The Unlock SETUP menu displays Rotate the SELECT knob to view the Lock...

Страница 47: ...h Changing an Existing PIN Change your PIN at any time However to change an existing PIN you must first enter that PIN in order to access the TECH Change PIN menu item From the TECH menu s PIN 0 setti...

Страница 48: ...tus 04 BM Status Status 05 BM Setup Status 06 BM TECH Status 01 Search Watts Status Search 5W SETUP menu continues on next page Status VAC Out VAC Status Hz Out Hz Status Load Amps AAC Status Input Am...

Страница 49: ...5 6V 12 0 16 0V 12 0 16 0V 12 0 16 0V R R R Status Max Amps 200 Status Chg Volts 13 8V Status EndChg Time P OFF 20 990A R 12 0 16 0V R R DC Amps Hold VDC P P P Status DoneTime 1 5Hr Status DoneAmps 20...

Страница 50: ...out Status Charge Rate Status Shore Max Read Only displays INT internal control EXT external control Status 06 Set PIN Status PIN 0000 Status Unlock SETUP Status Lock SETUP Status Change PIN R P P P P...

Страница 51: ...self test see Section 2 5 Once the self test is complete the LEDs along with the LCD provide the operating status of the inverter charger See Section 5 3 4 for info on LED indicators 5 1 2 LCD Display...

Страница 52: ...ore detailed information SETUP This button allows the inverter charger to be configured to your specific system preferences See Section 3 3 4 for more detailed information TECH This button allows you...

Страница 53: ...arging Equalizing Float Charging Full Charge Load Support AAC Load Support VDC and Silent Charger Standby While the charger is actively charging press the ON OFF CHARGER button to switch the charger t...

Страница 54: ...des Absorb Charging AC Coupling Bulk Charging Charger Standby Charging Constant Current Constant Voltage Equalizing Float Charging Full Charge Load Support AAC Load Support VDC Silent Fault modes AC B...

Страница 55: ...ss than the SETUP 01 Search Watts setting The Search mode function is used to reduce the inverter draw from the battery when the inverter loads are off Turn the Search mode off if you want full invert...

Страница 56: ...dels the charger skips the Bulk and Absorb charging stages and go directly to the final charge stage Float or Silent Constant Current The battery charger is delivering maximum current to the batteries...

Страница 57: ...onth to once or twice per year Other experts only recommend equalizing when the cells have a low specific gravity or when the difference between any individual cell has a specific gravity reading grea...

Страница 58: ...n in Inverter Standby mode charging and pass thru the current is normally a positive value However in Load Support AAC mode the inverter amps reading is a negative number to indicate how much current...

Страница 59: ...hut down and will require a manual restart Remedy This fault usually occurs because the connected AC loads are larger than inverter s output capacity there is a wiring short on the output or the outpu...

Страница 60: ...attery The inverter has turned off because the battery voltage is at a very high level The fault occurs when the battery voltage is above the High Battery Cut Out HBCO value The inverter will automati...

Страница 61: ...nverter automatically will restart and resume operation after one of the following conditions 1 If the battery voltage rises to the inverters LBCI level or 2 If AC power is connected to the inverter s...

Страница 62: ...the TCO Temperature Cut Out opens and causes the inverter to shut down to protect the internal power transformer from damage When the TCO has cooled down the inverter will automatically restart and r...

Страница 63: ...arges if the battery voltage decreases to a low level Silent mode will automatically start charging when the Rebulk setting is reached BLINKING display shows a charging status i e Bulk Absorb Float Th...

Страница 64: ...e RJ11 connector is pushed into the correct port You should feel hear click when the connection is made Remote not getting sufficient power from inverter Ensure inverter batteries are connected and in...

Страница 65: ...ll charge rates are not obtained in Charging mode only obtained after this mode changes to Bulk Charging Absorb Charging or Float Charging modes Charger not charging even though CHG LED is on steady a...

Страница 66: ...etup settings which revert back to default are saved in non volatile memory and are preserved until changed even if an inverter reset is performed or if all power to the remote or inverter is removed...

Страница 67: ...tup Press the AGS button on ME RC remote Figure 7 1 and then rotate the SELECT knob to navigate to the AGS menus These menus allow the generator to be automatically started and stopped based on differ...

Страница 68: ...based on an increase in temperature or by using an air conditioning thermostat control Info Optional ME PT1 or ME PT2 pigtail adapters can be used to connect an AC control circuit or a relay control...

Страница 69: ...charged Where should I set Start Temp If you are using this feature to power an air conditioning unit the AGS 04 Start Temp F setting should be slightly above the A C unit s thermostat cool temperatu...

Страница 70: ...E RC is disconnected from the inverter or the inverter is powered down To set the current time From the 06 Set Time menu Hour Rotate the SELECT knob to the correct hour of day and then press SELECT Mi...

Страница 71: ...Press the SELECT knob to activate the generator test Once the generator starts it should run for approximately 30 60 seconds before automatically turning off View the AGS module s STATUS LED and ensu...

Страница 72: ...Figure 7 2 Available statuses are refer to Tables 7 3 thru 7 5 for detailed descriptions of each AC In Manual Run No Comm Fault Temp Fault Test Fault VDC Lockout 7 3 2 Monitoring the AGS using the ME...

Страница 73: ...the voltage reading the AGS 05 Start Volts setting is monitoring Temp Displays the current temp reading C F of the AGS temp sensor and is the temperature the AGS 04 Start Temp F setting is monitoring...

Страница 74: ...nable w QT 4 Press the SELECT knob again to select this setting The selection arrow appears to the right of the screen The AGS is now ready to automatically start stop the generator once an autostart...

Страница 75: ...s StartTemp 95F Status 05 Start Volts Status Start VDC OFF Status Start VDC 10 0 Status Start VDC 11 0 Status Start VDC 12 2 Read Only display Start VDC Range 12 volt 10 0 12 2 VDC 24 volt 20 0 24 4 V...

Страница 76: ...Setting Menu Items Inverter Chrgr Status Press SELECT Status Run Time 0 5 Hr AGS Press button default setting Status 03 Run Time Hour Inverter Chrgr Status Status 08 AGS TECH Status Gen Run Hr Status...

Страница 77: ...requirement for RV installations per RVIA For installations where the requirement to automatically disable the AGS system is not needed the AGS mode can be changed to Other For information refer to S...

Страница 78: ...ndition was satisfied Fault Temp The generator failed the autostart cycle in Start Temp mode Fault Test The generator failed the autostart cycle in Test mode Fault VDC The generator failed the autosta...

Страница 79: ...ME RC remote there is a two minute delay before the AGS attempts to start the generator if the voltage to the AGS module falls to the 05 Start Volts setting There is no delay if the AGS attempts to s...

Страница 80: ...or disable this status refer to the remedies below Remedy To clear a Lockout status Go to the AGS 01 AGS Control menu the current setting should be AGS OFF then press the SELECT knob to re enter the O...

Страница 81: ...signal to the AGS module For further assistance refer to your AGS Owner s Manual B If the generator is not running Check the generator for fault codes and adequate fuel If neither is an issue check th...

Страница 82: ...ing compensates the AH I O Amp Hrs In Out reading by ensuring the AH returned to the battery are greater than the AH removed Example The AH I O display reads 000 and you begin powering a 25 amp load f...

Страница 83: ...mines the best charge efficiency If you do not know your battery s charging efficiency leave it at the factory default setting Auto If the setting is adjusted to a fixed value but this value is not co...

Страница 84: ...Reserve Capacity 25A the 20 hour AH capacity can be estimated by multiplying minutes reserve capacity by 50 8 1 2 Batt AmpHrs Setting 8 1 2 1 Accessing and Setting the Batt AmpHrs Setting Press the M...

Страница 85: ...Status DC Volts Status DC Amps Status rAH Out Status tAH Out k Status Max DC Status Min DC Status 06 BM TECH Status BM Charge Eff Status BM Amp Hours Status Batt Amphr 200 Status Batt Amphr 400 Status...

Страница 86: ...be recalculated and the AH I O read out will reset to the recalculated value Info Charging from a generator non inverter topology adds some concern about the cost of fuel A balance should be consider...

Страница 87: ...l time battery voltage from 7 00 to 70 00 volts 0 02 volts DC Amps Displays the real time charge current amps into the battery or discharge current amps out of the battery Charging is shown as a posit...

Страница 88: ...ficiency setting and to Section 8 1 2 for the Batt AmpHr setting 06 BM TECH These menu selections allow you to access the system information used to assist service technicians in troubleshooting the b...

Страница 89: ...inal purchaser shall return the product prepaid to Sensata After the completion of service under this limited warranty Sensata will return the product prepaid to the original purchaser via a Sensata s...

Страница 90: ...Magnum Energy Products Manufactured by Sensata Technologies www SensataPower com ME RC Owner s Manual PN 64 0003 Rev H...

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