Item No. : 3744 (12V DC Input) 3744-4 (24V DC Input) 3744-8 (48V DC Input) Proline 5000 ™ DC to AC Inverter User’s Manual Please visit our website for the latest information on this product.
Proline 5000™ Inverter by Wagan Tech® CONTENTS About this Inverter ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3 General Instructions: ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3 Load Considerations ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 3 Front Panel ������������������������������������
User’s Manual—Read before using this equipment Installation—Connecting an Inverter ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 12 General information ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 12 Ground Terminal Wire Requirements ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 12 Cable Preparation ���������������������������������������������������������������������
Proline 5000™ Inverter by Wagan Tech® Thank you for purchasing the Proline 5000 Power Inverter by Wagan Tech®. With minimal care and proper treatment it will provide years of reliable service. Carefully read, understand and comply with all instructions before use. Keep this manual for future reference. ABOUT THIS INVERTER This power inverter converts direct current (DC) to alternating household current (AC). This inverter operates from a DC power source only.
User’s Manual—Read before using this equipment The starting load of an appliance is a major factor of whether an inverter can power it. Starting load is momentary. With many appliances, it is approximately twice the continuous load. However, some appliance starting loads can be as high as eight times the continuous load. To determine if an appliance or tool will operate with this inverter, run a test.
Proline 5000™ Inverter by Wagan Tech® ON/OFF Switch This switch turns the inverter ON and OFF. Over Temp LED This indicator turns RED as the inverter shuts down because of excessive temperature. Immediately turn off appliances if this occurs. Allow the inverter to cool before continuing. Internal high-speed cooling fans automatically turn on when the inverter is switched on to provide instant cooling.
User’s Manual—Read before using this equipment Amps Display: This display indicates actual DC amperes of current being drawn from the battery bank. Note that the AMPS display indicates a set range. Current less than the lowest value shown on the meter is not displayed. AC Outlets Each outlet will supply 15 amps, 115V AC maximum for powering appliances. Greater than 1,650 watts continuous power from an outlet may cause damage to the inverter and cause possible injury.
Proline 5000™ Inverter by Wagan Tech® INVERTER OUTPUT CHARACTERISTICS The high output terminals and outlets of this inverter are wired in a similar manner to that of house-hold wiring. REAR PANEL High Speed Cooling Fan Positive (+) DC Input Terminal Negative (–) DC Input Terminal Ground Terminal High-Speed Cooling Fan The fan operates automatically when the internal temperature of the inverter requires cooling. Always allow free air flow. Do not block vents.
User’s Manual—Read before using this equipment • Charger requirement to charge batteries within a practical time. • Distance between battery bank and inverter. DETERMINING MAXIMUM APPLIANCE WATTAGE Maximum AC appliance wattage is the first factor in planning battery and charging systems. Some Background: Large microwave oven specifications list cooking power (watts) and appliance power. Appliance power is the AC load the inverter has to supply.
Proline 5000™ Inverter by Wagan Tech® • Cable gauge and length (cable losses) • Charge level of the batteries (between use, chargers have to be able to fully charge the batteries) • Temperature of the batteries (colder batteries provide fewer amps) • Age and condition of the batteries (older batteries lose Ah capacity) • Use of DC appliances • Compliance with turning off unnecessary AC and DC loads. DERATING THE BATTERY BANK Most lead-acid batteries have a rating expressed in amp-hours (Ah).
User’s Manual—Read before using this equipment The curve can be applied to any lead acid battery under load providing that it has an Ah rating at the 20 hour rate. Continuing with the previous example, the 150 amp load will need to run for 10 hours, so we begin configuration with a 1,500 Ah battery. If the vertical is 1,500 and the horizontal is 150 amps, the percentage of load on the battery is 10%. The curve shows that the 1,500 Ah is derated to 90% of maximum.
Proline 5000™ Inverter by Wagan Tech® Battery Bank Diagram The diagrams below show inverter connections to a battery bank with recommended fuse protection: 12V DC Input + INVERTER – + + + 12V 220Ah 12V 220Ah 12V 220Ah – – – Safety Ground 24V DC Input + INVERTER – + + + 12V 220Ah 12V 220Ah 12V 220Ah – + – + – + 12V 220Ah 12V 220Ah 12V 220Ah – – – Safety Ground 48V DC Input + INVERTER – Safety Ground 11 + + + 12V 220Ah 12V 220Ah 12V 220Ah – + – + – + 12V 220Ah 12
User’s Manual—Read before using this equipment WARNING: EXPLODING BATTERIES CAN SPRAY MOLTEN LEAD, HOT SULFURIC ACID AND PLASTIC FRAGMENTS. BATTERIES THAT ARE CHARGING OR UNDER HIGH DISCHARGE RATES CAN PRODUCE EXPLOSIVE HYDROGEN GAS INTO THE SURROUNDING AREA. BE SAFE—FUSE THE BATTERY BANK AND MAKE SURE THE BATTERY BANK LOCATION IS PROPERLY VENTILATED. DC Cable Gauge Minimize cable losses by using the shortest practical length of insulated stranded copper wire.
Proline 5000™ Inverter by Wagan Tech® 7. Install fuses in the fuse holders and tighten the retaining nuts. 8. Install the Ground wire from the inverter enclosure to the grounding point. WARNING: THE PROCEDURE THAT FOLLOWS IS FOR SAFE CONNECTION TO MINIMIZE INITIAL CONNECTION SPARKING AND DAMAGE FROM UNPROTECTED BATTERY CABLE SHORTS. Making the first connection between the positive cable and the inverter’s positive terminal may cause a spark.
User’s Manual—Read before using this equipment CHARGING THE BATTERY BANK It is not the purpose of this inverter user’s guide to provide detailed information regarding battery charging systems. However, the user should try to augment any charging system with either wind power or solar power. These can continue to operate during power outages and they also reduce recharge time.
Proline 5000™ Inverter by Wagan Tech® TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM: Low or no output voltage Reason Solution Poor contact with battery terminals Clean terminals thoroughly Using incorrect type of voltmeter to test output voltage Use true RMS reading meter PROBLEM: Inverter is shut down Reason Solution Battery voltage below rated value.
User’s Manual—Read before using this equipment SPECIFICATIONS Name Description Input #3744 — 11V-15V DC Input #3744-4 — 21V-30V DC Input #3744-8 — 42V-60V DC Input Output 115V AC Output waveform Modified Sine Waveform Continuous power 5,000 watts Surge power 10,000 watts Efficiency 90% No load current draw Switched ON Switched OFF <1.5A DC <0.2A DC Battery low alarm 3744 — 10.5V ± 0.5V DC 3744-4 — 21.0V ± 1.0V DC 3744-8 — 42.0V ± 2.0V DC Battery low shutdown 3744 — 9.5V ± 0.
Proline 5000™ Inverter by Wagan Tech® APPENDIX A: CABLE GAUGE GUIDE Cable recommendations are for full 5,000 watt output.
WAGAN Corp. Limited Warranty The WAGAN Corporation warranty is limited to products sold only in the United States. Warranty Duration: Product is warranted to the original purchaser for a period of from the original purchase date, to be free of defects in material and workmanship. WAGAN Corporation disclaims any liability for consequential damages. In no event will WAGAN Corporation be responsible for any amount of damages beyond the amount paid for the product at retail.
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