Item No. : 3746-2 (12V DC Input) 3746-4 (24V DC Input) 3746-8 (48V DC Input) Proline 8000 ™ AC to DC Inverter User’s Manual Please visit our website for the latest information on this product.
Proline 8000™ 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 8000™ Inverter by Wagan Tech® Thank you for purchasing the Proline 8000 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 8000™ 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 range of 180 to 900 amps. Current less than 180 amps is not displayed. Note that for a 180 Amp reading the inverter should be powering 1,800 watts of AC load. AC Outlets Each outlet will supply 15 amps, 115V AC maximum for powering appliances.
Proline 8000™ 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. The “ground” connection (the round connection on an outlet) is connected to inverter frame’s ground. The two “blade” connections on an outlet are labeled LIVE and NEUTRAL because the neutral is connected to ground as in standard household distribution wiring. This output conforms to the National Electric Code (NEC).
User’s Manual—Read before using this equipment PLANNING THE INVERTER SYSTEM Any large wattage inverter system requires planning before installation. There are several steps to the planning process so the user must determine the following: • Maximum inverter wattage required. • Operating time (run time) needed between battery recharges. • Battery bank capacity in amp-hours. • Charger requirement to charge batteries within a practical time. • Distance between battery bank and inverter.
Proline 8000™ Inverter by Wagan Tech® 4. To get an estimate of the maximum current (in amps) that a battery bank must be capable of delivering to the inverter, divide the AC load watts by ten (for 12V battery). For example, a 1,500 watt AC load will need 150 amps at 12 volts DC. This relationship holds for 12V DC inverters with 90% efficiency. Using the 1,500 watts (or 150 amps) for 10 hours example, 150 amps are needed for 10 hours.
User’s Manual—Read before using this equipment 100 90 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 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%.
Proline 8000™ Inverter by Wagan Tech® Battery Bank Diagram The diagrams below show inverter connections to a battery bank with recommended fuse protection: 800A FUSE 12V DC Input + INVERTER – + + + 12V 220Ah 12V 220Ah 12V 220Ah – – – Safety Ground 400A FUSE 24V DC Input + INVERTER – + + + 12V 220Ah 12V 220Ah 12V 220Ah – + – + – + 12V 220Ah 12V 220Ah 12V 220Ah – – – Safety Ground 200A FUSE 48V DC Input + INVERTER – Safety Ground 11 + + + 12V 220Ah 12V 220Ah 12V 22
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 8000™ 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. ss 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 Note: If an extension cord is used from the inverter to an appliance, limit the extension cord length to 50 feet or less. Make sure that the cord is properly rated to carry the appliance load. Extension cords are not to be used as permanent wiring. Instead, use High Output Terminals and NEC compliant wiring, outlets and installation techniques.
Proline 8000™ Inverter by Wagan Tech® • Coil the television power cord or install a clamp-on ferrite choke (available from electronic parts suppliers). Note: Some inexpensive audio systems may have a slight “buzzing” sound when operated with the inverter. This is caused by insufficient filtering in the audio system. The only solution to this problem is to get a sound system with a higher quality power supply.
User’s Manual—Read before using this equipment SPECIFICATIONS Name Description Input #3746-2-2 — 11V-14V DC Input #3746-2-4 — 21V-28V DC Input #3746-2-8 — 42V-56V DC Input Output 115V AC Output waveform Modified Sine Waveform Continuous power 8,000 watts Surge power 16,000 watts Efficiency Approximately 90 % No load current draw Switched ON Switched OFF <1.5A DC <0.2A DC Battery low alarm #3746-22 — 10.5V ± 0.5V DC #3746-2-4 — 21.0V ± 1.0V DC #3746-2-8 — 42.0V ± 2.
Proline 8000™ Inverter by Wagan Tech® APPENDIX A: CABLE GAUGE GUIDE Cable recommendations are for full 8,000 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 two (2) years 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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