µ-Dimension ADI-12W6 Owner's Manual - 7.1 Operation
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Operation and Troubleshooting
7.1 Operation
7.1.1
Turning the Inverter “ON”:
• To turn the inverter ON by switching on the remote On/Off switch.
• If the inverter has the “T” or “B3” options the green LED “Inverter Power” will come
on only in the event that there is no external power 120VAC, 60 Hz (100 VAC, 60 Hz
if “F3” option) applied, otherwise the green LED “External Power” LED will come on.
• Turn the inverter OFF if not in use. There is an approximated 1 to 2 amps DC draw
from the batteries at idle or no load.
7.2 Troubleshooting
Call or e-mail Customer Service Department for free consultation during business hours
(central time zone) at: 1-800-553-6418 or 1-651-653-7000; fax: 1-651-653-7600;
e-mail:
inverterinfo@sensata.com
• A TRUE RMS voltmeter is required for accurate AC output voltage readings on quasi-
sine inverters. Other voltmeters that use averaging circuitry will give incorrect
readings.
• Unplug all loads and connect a 100-watt light bulb to the inverter output. Observe
the LEDs light coming on at the Remote Control Panel then check the
troubleshooting table.
Table II
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSES OR SOLUTIONS
No LEDs
- No AC output power:
The Inverter is not connected to the
batteries; the battery voltage is below 9
volts DC or fault in the remote On/Off
circuit.
Check the in-line fuses for continuity. Make sure the DC
wires are clean and tight. Check the DC voltage at the
inverter DC input. Check or bypass the customer
supplied remote On/Off circuit.
Low battery– Red LED: Indicates that
the inverter has shut off due to a low
battery voltage condition.
Fault in the battery wiring, battery capacity and voltage
or the in-line fuse. This message will automatically clear
or the inverter will shut off.
Overload – Red LED: Indicates that
the inverter has shut off due to an
overload condition.
The inverter output wiring is shorted or loads exceed the
inverter rating. This message will automatically clear or
the inverter will shut off. Remove the short circuit or
excessive load from the output, and then switch the
inverter off then on. If the condition persists, call
Sensata Technologies.
High temperature – Red LED:
Indicates that the inverter has shut off
due to high internal temperature.
Verify that the inverter is in a vented compartment and
that the fan is not blocked. High ambient temperatures
combined with poor ventilation may also contribute to
the shut down. The unit will automatically turn back on
when it has cooled to 40°C (104°F).