IQ SERIES Industrial Quasi Sine Wave AC Power Inverter Models IQ12-2600 IQC12-2600 IQ12-3600 IQC12-3600 Owners Manual IQ SERIES OWNERS MANUAL IQC24-3600
Typical Static Inverter Installation Sketch OEM Alternator OEM Wire OEM Wire OEM Wire OEM Battery 1/0 Wire Minimum 1/0 Wire Minimum Charging Fuses 250 amp fuse at each end of charge cable. Fuse pn 03644 Fuse Holder pn 03637 Common OEM Ground at Starter or Engine Block Inverter Fuse See chart for Fuse and Wire size.
Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................... 5 1.1 MODEL LISTING ............................................................................................................................................. 5 1.2 SPECIFICATIONS FIGURE 1 SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................ 6 1.3 STANDARD FEATURES ...........
Table of Contents 3.5 3.6 3.7 4 AC WIRING INSTALLATION PROCEDURE ......................................................................................................24 REMOTE MONITOR AND CONTROL PANEL INSTALLATION ............................................................................24 REMOTE AUTOMATIC POWER MANAGEMENT (APM) PANEL INSTALLATION ...............................................25 SYSTEM START-UP AND TESTING PROCEDURES ..................................................................
Introduction 1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Vanner Power Group IQ Series Inverter or Inverter/Charger. We are confident that you will be satisfied with its performance and its many features. With proper installation and care, you can look forward to years of service from this high performance product. IQ stands for Industrial Quasi-sine wave.
Specifications 1.
Standard Features 1.3 Standard Features 1.3.1 IQ Series Standard Features 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.
Accessories 1.4 Accessories Part Number 03644 Name Description Fuse, Bussmann ANL-250 250 amp DC fuse for IQC24-3600 and for 1/0 charge cable 04523 Fuse, Bussmann ANN-400 400 amp DC fuse for IQ and IQC12-2600 03646 Fuse, Bussmann ANL-500 500 amp DC fuse for IQ and IQC12-3600 03637 Fuse Holder, Bussmann 4164 Fuse holder for Bussmann ANL and ANN fuses IQ-SWR Single Wire Remote Control Most popular remote control.
Accessories Inverter Power System INVERTER ON BATTERY LOW OVER TEMP / OVER LOAD CHARGER-BULK CHARGER-FLOAT OFF/RESET R INCORPORATED Remote Control Panel D08514 Shore Power Service 15 Amps 20 Amps 10 Amps 30 Amps D07934 Remote APM Panel built before Inverter/Charger serial number 02154-049638 Charger Current Limit 10 Amps OFF 15 Amps 30 Amps D07934 Remote APM Panel built after Inverter/Charger serial number 02154-049638 Remote APM (Automatic Power Management) Panel D07934 The optional Remote A
Definitions 1.5 Definitions 1.5.1 Quasi Sine Wave: Quasi Sine Wave Inverters are sometimes called "modified sine wave inverters" or "modified square wave inverters." Quasi sine wave inverters produce an AC output wave different from the power produced by the electric utility companies and rotating generators. Although this waveform has a higher peak voltage than do square wave inverters, its peak voltage is not as high as a pure sine wave.
Important Safety Instructions If Ambulance Mode is not selected the inverter/charger will function in Standard Backup Mode. In Standard Backup Mode the charger will not turn itself ON when shore power is connected. The inverter must already be ON or the charger must be ‘started’ by pushing the ON/OFF Switch to the Start position. In Standard Backup Mode, when shore power is disconnected the inverter will automatically come ON. 1.
Important Safety Instructions 8. To reduce the risk of electric shock always disconnect the AC and DC connections to the Vanner Inverter system before attempting any maintenance. Simply turning the unit off does not prevent electric shock. 9. The Vanner “IQ Series” inverter system must be properly grounded in accordance with local and national codes and ordinances before operation.
Installation 2 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION and DESCRIPTION of OPERATION Numbered paragraphs in this section correspond with Figure 2 – Inverter Illustration.
Installation 2.1 (1) INVERTER Indicator Light Light Action Description Green Light is OFF Inverter circuit is OFF Solid Green Inverter is ON (producing AC power) Fast Blinking Light (2 blinks per second) Inverter is in Load Demand Mode IQC Models (Inverter/Charger) in Charger Mode (This is when shore power to AC1 is ON.) Slow Blinking Light (1 blink per second) 2.2 Shore power is supplying AC power to the loads.
Installation START 2.3 Press the switch to the START position to initiate acceptance of AC input for charger/transfer switch function and to start charger operation This is necessary when the inverter is in Standard Mode but not necessary when in Ambulance Mode. (3) BATTERY LOW Indicator Light Light Action Description Solid Red Inverter is On and battery voltage has decayed to 11 or 22 volts DC warning imminent inverter shutdown unless battery voltage is increased by charging.
Installation 2.7 (7) FLOAT CHARGE Indicator Light The light is present on all models but is functional only on IQC Models. (See ‘Battery Charger Theory of Operation’ for charger performance details.) IQC Models Light Action Description Solid Green The unit is in Charger Mode (shore power is ON) and the charger is in the FLOAT STAGE of the battery charging cycle.
Installation 2.13 (13) AUTOMATIC POWER TRANSFER SWITCH IQC Models only The Automatic Power Transfer Switch is furnished only on IQC Models and consists of a circuit board containing two relays. (IQ Models do not have the transfer switch but instead have a terminal strip in this location.) See Automatic Power Transfer Switch Theory of Operation for performance details. 2.
Installation Figure 3 S2 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Programming Switch Instruction Label A B C D CHARGER OUT PUT AMPS CONTROL SWITCH SETTINGS * = INDICATED FEATURES USED ON CHARGER MODELS ONLY (IQC/IQCE) ON OFF HI LOW OFF ON A B EQUALIZE ON OFF LOAD DEMAND ON OFF OPEN SWIT CH (POS. 4): BAT T ERY T YPE GEL WET *INVERT ER (POS. 5): * BAT T ERY T YPE (POS.
Installation 2.19 (19) 120 VOLT AC WIRING CAUTION: BE SURE THE INVERTER IS TURNED OFF AND ALL EXTERNAL SOURCES OF POWER ARE TURNED OFF BEFORE ACCESSING THE AC INPUT/OUTPUT WIRING. General AC input and output wires are to be routed through the three strain relief cable clamps located on the right side of the unit. The installer should verify that all AC circuits connected to the unit output are an insulated neutral type as required by the National Electrical Code (NEC) article 551.
Installation shore power when the charger output amps are lower. Read the Automatic Power Management section in this manual which applies only to AC1. If desired, use the optional Remote Automatic Power Management (APM) Panel, Vanner part number D07934, to reduce the maximum AC input amps the charger can draw. AC2 Secondary (and optional) 30 amp AC input circuit which is used only for pass-through to AC3. This allows the full 30 amps input on AC1 to be used for battery charging.
Installation 2.22 (22) MOUNTING BRACKETS All Models The IQ Series utilizes detachable mounting brackets, which offer a variety of mounting configurations. WARNING: Do not remove the plastic mounting feet. All units requires 3/4" space minimum under the unit to allow air flow for proper cooling. 2.23 (23) COOLING FAN All Models The cooling fan exhausts air out through the cooling fan opening. Cool air is drawn in from the bottom and left sides of the unit.
Installation 2. 3. 4. 5. Route the DC positive and negative cables as close together as possible, and use cable ties to keep them together. This reduces some electromagnetic radiation that could interfere with some sensitive electronics. On vehicle installations do not use the vehicle chassis as the DC negative conductor. Use a cable the same size as the DC positive to go directly from the inverter to the battery negative.
Installation Figure 4 DC Cable and Fuse Sizing Chart IQ SERIES DC Cable and Fuse Sizing Chart Model Number IQ12-2600 IQC12-2600 IQ12-3600 IQC12-3600 IQC24-3600 Distance from battery to inverter in feet (Length of cable needed is 2 times the distance.) Cable Size 1/0 2/0 3/0 4/0 250MCM Fuse Bussman Fuse Vanner P/N Bussman Fuse Holder Vanner P/N 3.4 Steps 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Installation 9. 10. 11. 3.5 1. Install the in-line fuse. Install an in line fuse in the red, positive DC input cable between the battery and inverter, within 18 in. of the battery or DC wiring bus system. Be sure to mount fuse in easily accessible location for replacement. It is also “good practice” to note on the inverter to check the fuse condition before involving any troubleshooting procedure. Connect Bonding Lug. ( see #21 ). Use AWG No.
Installation 3. Plug the interface cable into the inverter's wiring panel (RJ-11 telephone-type jack labeled J9 on the control printed circuit board). Plug the other end of the cable into the rear of the remote panel. Mount the remote panel using four #8 screws. 4. 3.7 Remote Automatic Power Management (APM) Panel Installation Unpacking the Remote Automatic Power Management (APM) Panel Inspect the shipping container and equipment for loose or damaged parts.
Theory of Operation 4 SYSTEM START-UP AND TESTING PROCEDURES WARNING: THESE PROCEDURES ARE TO BE PERFORMED ONLY BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER. After the IQ series inverter has been properly mounted with sufficient ventilation, DC cables have been connected, AC wiring has been completed, and all remote connections have been checked, the Start-up and Testing procedure may now be performed. 4.1 Inverter Start-up and Testing 1.
Theory of Operation Inverter LED will blink. Battery charge stage LEDs will illuminate as described above. The AC output test light should be on, indicating the presence of shore power and correct operation of the AC Transfer switch. 13. FOR IQC MODELS - Disconnect the AC shore power input. The AC output test light blinks momentarily, indicating the operation of the Transfer switch connection to connect the AC loads to the inverter output. 14.
Theory of Operation blink. The battery voltage has decayed to 10.5 Vdc (or 21.0 Vdc for 24 volt models). Now, apply shore power and observe the battery charger operation. The system begins with the Charger-Bulk Light blinking, indicating bulk charge operation. This supplies a constant current charge output. Connect an ammeter to the DC cables between the inverter and the battery to monitor the current (DC amps), and a volt meter to the battery to monitor the battery voltage rising.
Theory of Operation This setting is sufficient to keep the battery charged, but not so high as to boil or over-charge the batteries. The charger will remain in Float Stage until the battery will accept the Bulk Charge Output Amps selected. Equalization Cycle This manually initiated cycle provides a 1 hour equalization charge at the Bulk Voltage level to boil the battery. This removes the sulfate build-up on the battery plates, and is used only on flooded lead acid batteries.
Theory of Operation 5.3 Automatic Power Transfer Switch Theory of Operation The function of the Automatic Transfer Switch is to automatically accept AC input power from shore or generator, and use this power to operate inverter loads and to provide power for battery charging. Upon loss of AC input power, the transfer switch automatically switches the AC loads back to inverter power. Transfer time is approximately 30 milliseconds (0.030 seconds). The 0.
Theory of Operation Figure 6 AC Power Transfer Switch FIGURE 6 - AC Power Transfer Switch OPTIONAL APM PANEL OPTIONAL REMOTE PANEL OPTIONAL BATTERY TEMPERATURE SENSOR MICROPROCESSOR CONTROLLER APM SENSE AC DC BATTERY CHARGER IN OUT 30 AMP BATTERY DC IN INVERTER AC OUT SW1 A SW2 AC INPUT 1 A AC INPUT 2 B B AC OUTPUT 5.4 Automatic Power Management (APM) Theory of Operation ‘AC power for battery charging’ enters the IQC through AC1.
Theory of Operation amps, 20 amps, 15 amps and 10 amps. For inverter/charger serial numbers 02154-049638 and higher the Remote APM Panel selects APM Settings of 30 amps, 15 amps and 10 amps and 0 (zero) amps. In motor home applications where the available shore power source may be limited from campground to campground the Remote APM Panel is useful in preventing nuisance tripping of the shore power circuit breaker. The APM Setting can be adjusted to suite the shore power source or to zero.
Theory of Operation When shore power is applied while the inverter is OFF, the charger will remain OFF. The ON/OFF Switch, or Remote Switch, must be pushed to the START position to start the charger, which also allows the inverter to come ON automatically when shore power is removed. Ambulance Mode: (It is common in these applications for the shore power cord to accidentally become unplugged.
Preventive Maintenance Figure 1 Selecting Ambulance Mode or Standard Modes 6 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE There are no user serviceable components inside these inverters. For service refer to the Vanner Power Group or other qualified service personnel. 6.1 Maintenance Items For continued reliability and safety, a monthly maintenance program should be implemented to include the following: 1. 1. 2. 3. 6.2 Check to insure that all DC and AC wiring connections are secure and corrosion free.
Preventive Maintenance FOR IQC MODELS - Check battery connections if utility power is OFF. Check DC fuses if utility power is OFF. Lamp flashes when utility power is present. Symptom Solution Inverter LED does not illuminate Reset On/Off switch on unit and remote Disconnect remote switch and attempt starting with unit On/Off switch Check DC fuse condition Symptom Solution ON lamp fully illuminates. AC load does not run. Check and reset AC circuit breakers.
Appendices 6.3 GFCI Test Record For maximum protection against electrical shock hazard, operate the Test Switch on the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter at least once a month.
Appendinces 7 7.1 APPENDICES Inverter Overview An inverter converts DC electrical power into AC power. This power can be used to operate various AC-driven appliances. The most common battery systems are 12 or 24 volt. Some systems, however, operate on higher voltages such as 32, 36, 48, or 120 volts. The most common inverter AC output power is 120 volts at a frequency of 60 Hz, although some inverters are designed to produce 240 volts, or both 120 and 240 volts at 60 Hz.
Appendices desire to operate a rechargeable battery device on the inverter you should first power it up and closely observe it for a period of time to ensure that it does not run too hot. 7.3 Battery Types and Ratings The batteries in general use for automotive, solar, and marine use are lead-acid storage batteries. They can be separated into two categories according to their use: engine cranking batteries and deep cycle batteries.
Appendinces material from its plates faster) if it is deeply discharged regularly, if it is left in a discharged state for extended periods of time, or if it is repeatedly overcharged. 7.4 Inverter Sizing Power output is an important consideration when purchasing an inverter. Power is defined as the rate that a device produces (or uses) electrical energy. This rate is measured in watts of kilowatts (one kilowatt equals 1,000 watts), or sometimes in volt-amps.
Appendices the basic information required to properly size your vehicle alternator and inverter battery, as well as give some examples of AC power distribution systems which are commonly used. Keep in mind that if information in this manual directly conflicts with instructions from a specific battery or other equipment manufacturer, you should follow that manufacturer's recommendations. Inverter DC Input Current Requirements A DC to AC inverter converts DC power into AC power.
Appendinces 2. Calculate the watt-hours required for each appliance by multiplying the power requirement by the operating time of that appliance. 3. Calculate the total watt-hours needed by adding together the watt-hours of each appliance. 4. Find the amp-hours consumed by dividing the total watt-hours found in step 3 by 10 for 12 volt DC systems or by 20 for 24 volt DC systems. 5. Multiply the amp-hours consumed by 2 (for 50% depth of discharge) to get the battery amp-hour capacity desired.
Appendices Parallel connected batteries are batteries of the same voltage and rating which are connected positive to positive and negative to negative. They form a battery bank that has the same voltage as each individual battery. The ratings of a parallel connected battery bank, in general, are the sum of the individual batteries.
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