Installation Manual

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Introduction

1.2 What Appliances will run from a Modiﬁ ed Sine Wave Inverter

Today’s inverters come in two basic output waveforms: modiﬁ ed sine wave (a modiﬁ ed square

wave—see Figure 1-5) and pure sine wave. Modiﬁ ed sine wave inverters approximate a pure sine

waveform and will run most appliances and electronics without any problems. These inverters are

less expensive, and therefore, offer a viable alternative to more expensive pure sine inverters.

The output of the ME Series is a modiﬁ ed sine wave which will run most electronic and household

items, including but not limited to: TV, VCR, satellite dish receiver, computers, and printers. Some

devices such as rechargeable power supplies for phones, drills, and other like items may not run,

and could even be at risk for damage from modiﬁ ed sine wave inverters.

1.3 Features and Beneﬁ ts

The ME Series inverter/charger is designed to allow easy access to wiring, circuit breakers, and

controls. Its die cast baseplate with one-piece aluminum cover ensures maximum durability with

minimum weight, as well as cooler, more efﬁ cient operation.

The front of the ME Series is equipped with the following features (see Figures 1-1 and 1-2):

Power ON/OFF Switch – a momentary pushbutton switch that alternately turns the inverter

on or off.

Status LED Indicator – this green LED illuminates to provide information on the inverter

or charger operation.

Stack/Accessories Connection Port (red label) – a RJ11 port that accepts optional

accessories. Note: The stacking feature is not available with the ME Series.

Network Connection Port (green label) – a RJ11 port that accepts optional network

capable accessories (e.g., Auto Gen Start or Battery Monitor).

Remote Connection Port (blue label) – a RJ11 port that allows an optional remote

control to be connected.

Battery Temperature Sensor Connection Port (yellow label) – a RJ11 port that

accepts the remote battery temperature sensor (BTS).

Figure 1-1, Power Switch, Status LED, and Accessory Connection Ports

Power ON/OFF Switch

Status LED Indicator

(Charging/Inverting)

Stack/Accessories Port

(red label – RJ11 connection)

Network Port

(green label – RJ11 connection)

Remote Port

(blue label – RJ11 connection)

Battery Temp Sensor Port

(yellow label – RJ11 connection)