Magnum Energy ME Series - Manual (Page 9)

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Introduction
1.0 Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the ME Series inverter/charger from Magnum Energy. The ME
Series is a modifi ed sine wave inverter designed especially for mobile applications. Powerful, yet
simple to operate, this inverter/charger will provide you with the years of trouble-free performance
you have come to expect from Magnum Energy, all backed by our limited 3-year warranty.
Installation is easy. Simply connect the inverter’s output to your distribution circuits or electrical
panel, connect your AC to the inverter’s easy-to-reach terminal block, connect the batteries, and
then switch it on for power.
Info: This is a sizable manual and much of it is fairly technical. Terms may be used
throughout the manual that are unfamiliar to you. Refer to the Inverter/Charger
Terminology glossary in Appendix C for clarifi cation.
The ME Series inverter/chargers provide the following:
• 2000, 2500, or 3100-watt models in a small footprint – less area needed for installation
• Modifi ed Sine Wave output
• Automatic
Power Factor Corrected (PFC) multi-stage battery charging
• RS485 standard communication protocol
• Remote and Network ports (easy connection for optional accessories)
• Inverter-mounted ON/OFF switch with LED indicator
• 30 amps per leg AC pass-thru capability
• DC terminal covers with 360 degree connection
• Field-serviceable for qualifi ed personnel – tested repair kits available
• Automatic battery temperature compensation (using battery temperature sensor) – for
optimum charging even during extreme temperature changes
• Overcurrent, over-temperature, and high/low battery voltage protection
The following accessories are also available for use with the ME Series inverter/charger:
• ME-AGS-N (Automatic Generator Start Module - Network version) – automatically starts/
stops your generator.
• ME-ARC50 (Advanced Remote Control) – easy to read LCD display panel that enables advance
inverter and accessories set up, control, and troubleshooting.
• ME-BMK (Battery Monitor Kit - with Shunt) – provides precise DC voltage/current measurements
and provides information on your battery’s State of Charge (SOC) condition.
• ME-RC50 (Standard Remote Control) – easy to read LCD display panel that enables standard
inverter and accessories set up, control, and troubleshooting.
Regulatory Compliance
The ME Series inverter/charger is designated as a Standalone power inverter with an internal
battery charger. It can be connected to shorepower/utility grid (or to a generator) to allow the
inverter batteries to be charged, and to power inverter loads while connected. The ME series is
not a grid-interactive (also known as utility-interactive) inverter and does not have the capability
to export (or sell) power back into the utility grid.
The ME Series has been tested and listed to UL 458, 5th Edition (Power Converters/Inverters
and Power Converter/Inverter Systems for Land Vehicles and Marine Crafts) for use in the US;
and is also certifi ed to CSA C22.2 No. 107.1-01 (General Use Power Supplies) for use in Canada.
It has been tested and certified to these product safety standards by Intertek Testing Services
(known as ETL), which is a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). NRTL’s are qualified
organizations that meet Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to
perform independent safety testing and product certifi cation.