MODIFIED SINE WAVE INVERTER GP-1750/3000/5000HD User Manual © 2017 Go Power!® Worldwide Technical Support and Product Information gpelectric.com Go Power! Corporate Headquarters 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC Canada V9A 3K5 Tel: 1.866.247.
1. CONTENTS 1. CONTENTS............................................................................ 2 2. GENERAL INFORMATION..................................................... 3 2.1 CAUTIONS / WARNINGS...................................................................... 3 2.2 DISCLAIMERS...................................................................................... 9 2.3 MODIFIED HD FEATURES................................................................. 10 3. SPECIFICATIONS.....................
2. GENERAL INFORMATION 2. 1 CAUTIONS / WARNINGS This document contains important safety instructions for the products produced by Go Power! Read all instructions and cautionary markings on the product and on any accessories or additional equipment included in the installation. Failure to follow these instructions could result in severe shock or possible electrocution. Use extreme caution at all times to prevent accidents.
GENERAL INFORMATION WARNING! Hazard to Human Life This type of notation indicates that the hazard could be harmful to human life. WARNING! Shock Hazard Danger of shock or electrocution. WARNING! Burn / Fire Hazard Danger of hot surface and/or fire. CAUTION! Hazard to Equipment i IMPORTANT This type of notation indicates that the hazard may cause damage to the equipment.
GENERAL INFORMATION Personal Safety Use safe lifting techniques when lifting this equipment as recommended by the Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA) or other local codes. Use standard safety equipment when working on this equipment, such as safety glasses, ear protection, steeltoed safety boots, safety hard hats, etc. Use standard safety practices when working with electrical equipment. (Remove all jewelry, use insulated tools, wear cotton clothing, etc.
GENERAL INFORMATION Equipment Safety Review the system configuration to identify all possible sources of energy. Ensure ALL sources of power are disconnected before performing any installation or maintenance on this equipment. Confirm that the terminals are de-energized using a validated voltmeter (rated for a minimum 1000 VAC and 1000 VDC) to verify the deenergized condition.
GENERAL INFORMATION Battery Safety Ensure the cables (conductors) are properly sized. Ensure clearance requirements are strictly enforced around the batteries. Ensure the area around the batteries is well ventilated and clean of debris. Never smoke, or allow a spark or flame near, the batteries. WARNING! Explosion, Electrocution, or Fire Hazard Always use insulated tools. Avoid dropping tools onto batteries or other electrical parts. Never charge a frozen battery. Never use old or untested batteries.
GENERAL INFORMATION Use the battery types recommended by Go Power! Follow the battery manufacturer’s recommendations for installation and maintenance. Insulate batteries as appropriate against freezing temperatures. A discharged battery will freeze more easily than a charged one. i IMPORTANT If a remote or automatic generator control system is used, disable the starting circuit and/or disconnect the generator from its starting battery while performing maintenance to prevent accidental starting.
GENERAL INFORMATION 2.2 DISCLAIMERS IMPORTANT: Please follow installation and wiring instructions exactly as outlined to ensure safety. We recommend installation by an RV/marine technician or professional electrician to ensure adherence to relevant electrical codes.
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3. SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Specification Item Model No. GP-1750HD Voltage Range 10.5 - 16 VDC Input Over Voltage Protection 16.5 VDC Input Under Voltage Protection 10 ± 0.5 VDC No Load Current ≤1 A Continuous Output Wattage 1750 W Maximum Surge Rating 3500 W Frequency 60 Hz ± 3 Hz Output Output Voltage 120 VAC RMS +5/-15 Characteristics Efficiency ≥80% Short-Circuit Protection System Shutdown USB Output Voltage 4.75 - 5.25 VDC / 2.
SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Specification Item Model No. GP-3000HD Voltage Range 10.5 - 16 VDC Input Over Voltage Protection 16.5 VDC Input Under Voltage Protection 10 ± 0.5 VDC No Load Current ≤1.2 A Continuous Output Wattage 3000 W Maximum Surge Rating 6000 W Frequency 60 Hz ± 3 Hz Output Output Voltage 120 VAC RMS +5/-15 Characteristics Efficiency ≥85% Short-Circuit Protection System Shutdown USB Output Voltage 4.75 - 5.25 VDC / 2.
SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Input Specification Item Model No. GP-5000HD Voltage Range 10.5 - 16 VDC Input Over Voltage Protection 16.5 VDC Input Under Voltage Protection 10 ± 0.5 VDC No Load Current ≤1.
4. INSTALLATION 4.1 INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS 1. Do not install the Inverter into a building’s electrical system. The Inverter is a vehicular accessory. It is not designed to be safely used in a building’s electrical system and has not been evaluated to meet building wiring codes. Improper application may create a fire or electric shock hazard. 2. To allow proper cooling, install in an indoor well-ventilated area and do not cover ventilation openings or cooling fans. Do not install in engine compartment.
INSTALLATION 4.2 INVERTER SHUTDOWN The Inverter has a number of shutdown points, for the safety of the operator, the Inverter, and the devices being used with it. • If the DC input voltage drops too low, the alarm on the Inverter will sound. If the input voltage drops further, the Inverter will shut down automatically to prevent permanent battery damage. Recharge the battery as soon as possible. • If the DC input voltage exceeds 16 VDC, the Inverter will shut down automatically.
INSTALLATION 4.5 INSTALLATION AND TESTING Battery Type Selection: 1. • Use only deep-cycle lead-acid batteries with this Inverter, such as 12 volt marine/RV deep-cycle batteries. Do not use automotive, engine starting (SLI), or maintenance-free wet cell batteries with this Inverter; they are designed for repeated, shallow discharge and will wear out quickly. • Gel and AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) batteries can be used with this Inverter, but they require special charging procedures.
INSTALLATION WARNING! Fire/explosion Hazard. You may observe a spark when you make the final battery connection since current may flow to charge capacitors in the Inverter. Do not make this connection in the presence of flammable fumes, as explosion or fire may result. CAUTION! Equipment Damage. This Inverter cannot supply power to any AC distribution wiring or AC loads in which the neutral and ground are connected (bonded). Doing so will destroy the unit and void the warranty.
INSTALLATION 4.6 BATTERY PRECAUTIONS 1. Wear splash-resistant ANSI-approved safety goggles and electrically-insulated gloves while working near batteries. 2. Charge, store, and maintain batteries according to supplier’s instructions. 3. Locate batteries in a clean, well-ventilated area, away from ignition sources and flammable materials. Vented lead-acid batteries release explosive hydrogen gas while charging. 4. Only connect similar batteries together.
INSTALLATION OUTPUT (to Inverter Positive Terminal) 12 V Lead-acid Battery To increase capacity, connect additional 12 V Lead-acid batteries 12 V Lead-acid Battery OUTPUT (to Inverter Negative Terminal) 4.7 DC WIRING SIZING The distance between the battery bank and the Inverter should be as short as possible to achieve maximum efficiency and to reduce fire hazards.
INSTALLATION We recommend using a Go Power! Inverter Fuse and Cable Install Kit when installing your Go Power! Inverter (sold separately). Our Install Kits include 10’ of large gauge battery cables and tie downs, as well as the appropriate inverter fuse and fuse block—everything you need to properly connect your Inverter to your batteries. The table below shows which Install Kit will work with your Inverter.
5. OPERATION 5.1 OPERATING PRECAUTIONS 1. Multiple outlet power strips with switches and circuit breakers only interrupt power to the “hot” receptacle terminals. The “neutral” terminals remain powered with respect to the “ground” terminals. So the strip switch may be off, but part of the device may still be powered. 2. Inspect supply connections before use to ensure they are tight and that insulation is not damaged. 3.
OPERATION 5.2 CONNECTING AC LOADS 1. Plug 120V device(s) into the receptacles. Make sure all devices are turned off, and that they do not use more than the rated wattage during continuous operation, otherwise they may overload the Inverter. 2. Set the power switch to the ON position. 3. Turn the device(s) on, one at a time. If the alarm sounds, turn off the device(s). Unplug the device(s) from the Inverter.
OPERATION 5.5 POWER OUTPUT The Inverter will operate most AC loads within its power rating. When determining whether a microwave oven can be operated by the Inverter, remember that the power commonly advertised for microwave ovens is the cooking power (the power delivered to the food), not the power actually consumed by the microwave oven. The microwave oven will consume 40% to 100% more than its advertised cooking power. Check the rating sticker on the back of the oven to determine its actual power draw.
OPERATION 5.6 INPUT VOLTAGE The Inverter will operate from input voltage ranging 10.5 - 16V. If the voltage drops below 10.5 V, an audible low battery warning will sound and the voltage indicator will be in the lower red zone. The Inverter will shut down if the input voltage drops below 10 V. This protects your battery from being over discharged. The Inverter will also shut down if the input voltage exceeds 16V. This protects the Inverter against excessive input voltage.
6. TROUBLESHOOTING 6.1 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Causes Probable Solutions 1. Inverter shuts off during use. 1. 2. 1. 2. No output voltage. 3. 4. 5. 6. Output voltage is incorrect. Motor-operated device operates at incorrect speed. Cords not connected properly. Fuse on battery bank open. Internal fuse(s) open. Low input voltage. Loose or corroded connection. High input voltage. Input voltage is too high or too low. 1. 2. Could not drive load. Excessive load at output.
7. MAINTENANCE 7.1 SERVICING PRECAUTIONS 1. DO NOT OPEN HOUSING. Contains no user-serviceable parts. Internal parts may be electrified, even with Inverter off and power disconnected. 2. Maintain labels and nameplates on the Inverter. These carry important safety information. If unreadable or missing, contact Go Power! for a replacement. 3. Have your Inverter serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacements. This will ensure that the safety of the Inverter is maintained. 4.
8. WARRANTY RETURN PROCEDURE The Go Power! warranty is valid against defects in materials and workmanship for the specific product warranty period.
9. END OF LIFE - RECYCLING Product E.O.L (End of life) Information This product required the extraction and use of natural resources. It may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment or human health if improperly handled at the product’s end of life.
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