ProMariner TruePower 400PS - Manual (Page 7)

Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g
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PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION
Read this entire installation section so you can plan the installation from beginning to
end. Prior to beginning your installation, review the “Personal Safety Precautions”
information on page 2.
WARNING : Electrical shock and fire hazards
Professional Mariner recommends all wiring be done by qualified personnel. Disconnect
all AC and DC power sources to prevent accidental shock. Disable and secure all AC
and DC disconnect devices and automatic generator starting devices. It is the installer’s
responsibility to ensure compliance with all the applicable installation codes and
regulations.
WARNING : Fire Hazard
To meet regulatory requirements, the TruePower400PS must be mounted on a flat
horizontal surface with the label panel in the upright position.
WARNING : Fire Hazard
Do not cover or obstruct the ventilation openings. Do not install this equipment in a
compartment with limited airflow; Overheating may result.
WARNING : This devise is not Ignition Protected
Avoid serious injury or death from explosion. Do not install in compartments containing
gasoline fueled engines or gasoline tank, or in areas where ignition protected equipment
is required.
WARNING : Risk of Fire or Explosion
This equipment contains components that could produce arcs or sparks. To reduce the
risk of fire or explosion, do not install this equipment in compartments containing batteries
or flammable materials, or in a location containing gasoline-powered machinery, or joints,
fittings, or other connections between components of the fuel system.
WARNING : Restrictions on Use
The TruePower400PS sine wave inverter shall not be used in connection with life support
systems or other medical equipment or devices.
Installation Recommendations & Requirements include the following:
- American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC)
- The Canadian Electrical Code (CEC)
- Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
- The U.S. National Electrical Code (NEC)
- RV Industry Association (RVIA)
I n s t a l l a t i o n G u i d e l i n e s
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Problem:
Cause:
Solution:
No output voltage. Inverter light is illuminated.
Inverter may be overloaded.
Battery voltage may be too high.
Over temperature.
-Disconnect all appliances connected to the inverter &
reset the inverter by turning the ON/Off switch to Off then
back to ON.
-The inverter will restart if the battery voltage drops below
15.5 volts DC.
-Allow the inverter to cool down. The inverter will start
automatically. No output voltage. NO Lights are illuminated.
Problem:
Cause:
Solution:
No output voltage. Fault LED light is illuminated.
Poor DC wiring.
-Recharge the batteries to more than 12.6 volts DC.
The inverter will automatically restart.
-Turn the inverter to Off. Disconnect the DC wiring.
Use proper wiring and ensure all connections are secure.
Problem:
Cause:
Solution:
AC input cord is connected to shorepower, but appliance(s)
are not powered from shorepower. AC Input light is illuminated.
GFCI has tripped.
-Reset the external breaker
-Disconnect all appliances. Check the AC wiring and press
the supplemental circuit protection button to reset it.
-Clear the ground fault and reset the GFCI.
Problem:
Cause:
Solution:
Fan runs all the time.
The power rating of the appliance is too high.
The ambient temperature is high.
-No action. The fan will run at full speed when the inverter
is powering a higher rated appliance.
-No action. The fan will run at a higher ambient temperature
to keep the inverter cool.