GIANDEL PS-5000QAR Pure Sine Wave Power Inverter User Manual

PS-5000QAR Pure Sine Wave Power Inverter
User Manual

Warning: This manual contains important safety and operating instruction. Please read it carefully before use.

INTRODUCTION

The GIANDEL pure sine power inverter product line is used for backup power. The pure sine product line is ideal for sensitive equipment and provides clean power, which is more efficient for backup power applications. The power inverter transforms DC (direct current) electricity into AC (alternating current) power that can be used for running a wide variety of tools and appliances. This inverter is perfect for providing mobile power in cars, boats, and work trucks. The inverter can also be utilized as a backup source of electricity in the event of an electrical failure or for several off-grid applications such as camping or in your RV.
Please read this instruction manual carefully and make sure your inverter is installed properly before using it.

WARNING AND SAFETY

1. Read the manual before connecting this inverter and keep it for future reference.
2. While opening the product package, please check the integrity of the product and accessories. If there is any problem, please do not use it.
3. While connecting and using for the first time, if there is a smoke or explosion sound in the product, please stop using immediately and disconnect the product from the battery and electrical appliances. This may be caused by damage during the transportation of moisture during storage in the warehouse before delivery. Please contact your seller in time.
4. During daily use, if there is a smoke or explosion sound in the product, please don’t worry, this is due to the internal fuse protection of the product. Please do not disassemble it by yourself. Please stop using the product immediately. Disconnect the product from the battery and electrical appliances. Contact the seller in time and only with the seller s agreement, a hired professional personnel can disassemble the product. Otherwise, it may cause electric shock, fire, and serious personal injury
5. Do not put the inverter under direct sunlight or near a heating source.
6. The case of the inverter will get hot during use. Do not allow flammable materials such as clothing, sleeping bags, carpet, or any other flammable materials to touch the inverter. The heat from the inverter can damage these items.
7. The power inverter is designed to be used with a negative ground electrical system! Don’t use positive ground electrical systems (the majority of modern automobiles, RVs, trucks, and boats are negative ground).
8. Do not disassemble the unit randomly: it may cause fire or electric shock.
9. This device should only be serviced by a qualified technician. This item does not have any serviceable parts.
10. Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerator enclosures during installation.
11. Do not operate the inverter if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment or reflexes are impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not operate the inverter.
12. People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before using this product. Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to a pacemaker could cause interference to or failure of the pacemaker.
13. Keep the inverter well-ventilated. Do not place any objects on top of or next to the inverter or allow anything to cover the cooling fans; the inverter will bel overheat, causing a potential fire hazard and/or damage to the inverter. Leave adequate ventilation space underneath the inverter as well; thick carpets or rugs can obstruct air flow, causing the inverter to overheat.
14. Avoid unintentional starting. Be sure the switch is in the OFF position when not in use and before plugging in any appliance.
15. Keep inverter away from children. Don’t install the inverter where it is accessible to children.
16. The power inverter will output the same AC power as utility power, please treat the AC outlets as carefully as you would your home AC outlets. Do not put anything other than an electrical appliance into the output terminal. It may cause shock or fire.
17. This product cannot be used for medical and life support equipment.

Parts list:

1. DC Input Side
   

2. AC Output side
   
   

3. Assemble the remote control box
   

INVERTER INSTALLATION

Ensure there is enough space for the installation, and the location should meet the following requirements:

1. Water should not access the inverter.
2. The ambient temperature should be 32~104°F, and the preferred temperature is 5077°F. The lower the better in this range of ambient temperature.
3. Do not mount the inverter upside down.
4. Allow 12 inches of space around the inverter to prevent objects from blocking the vents and to provide enough air to circulate.
5. Do not install the inverter in an environment with high dust, sawdust residue, or other particles that may get sucked into the inverter increasing internal temperature.
6. There will be some electrical arcing or spark when the inverter connects with the battery. Combustible materials such as gasoline, alcohol, etc. should not be around the inverter.
7. We recommend mounting the inverter on something stable to prevent it from bouncing. Impact shock could result in damage to your unit. Be sure to use all four mounting screws for optimal stability. Mount in a location that can support the weight of the inverter.

REMOTE CONTROLLER INSTALLATION

Step1: Remove the back holder of the remote control
Step2: Fix the back holder with the two screws accordingly
Step3: Connect one side of the wire to the remote controller before putting it on the back holder.
Step4: Put the remote on the back holder.
Step5: Connect the other side of the cable between the remote and the inverter.
NOTE:

1. The remote is designed to be mounted on a dash or other surface where a hole should be prepared so that it sits flush.
2. The remote cable should be plugged into the inverter and remote before fixing.
3. This product can also be used without connecting the remote control box there is a manual power switch

BATTERY

1. The battery is designed to supply the inverter with DC input voltage and the rated voltage should be in accordance with the rated input voltage of the inverter. Any voltage exceeding the range of the input voltage of the inverter will cause the inverter to go into overload and could possibly damage the inverter. The battery should supply enough current for the load. The load is the amp or watt rating of the equipment being powered by the inverter. A small-capacity battery cannot provide enough power for large electrical equipment. In this case, the battery will cause the inverter to go into under-voltage protection because of the load put on the battery. A simple way to calculate the load or amps required from your battery is to divide watts of equipment by battery voltage.
   Due to the consumption of the inverter itself, the actual current will be about 10%. For example, the voltage of the lead-acid battery is 12VDC, and the load of the equipment is 1000W, therefore, the actual current needed from the battery is about 1000W / 12V = 83.3 amps per hour. Add 10% for efficiency loss and you get 83.3 1.10% = 91.6 amp per hour needed. If you don’t know the wattage of your equipment, you can figure the wattage by multiplying AC amps by AC voltage. For example, a refrigerator is 8 AC amps 120 Volts AC = 960 watts. Remember, all equipment has a start-up requirement of 3-5x its running wattage. In this example, 960 watts * 3 = 2880 watts needed from the inverter so don’t size your inverter too small.

2. Battery operating time depends on battery capacity and load. The formula for operating time is battery capacity divided by the value of the load divided by battery voltage times 1.10%. For example, using the numbers from above, the battery specification is 12V, 200Ah capacity and the load is 1000W. Take battery capacity 200Ah / 91.6 amps = 2.18 hours of run time if you fully deplete the battery. This is NOT recommended. Deep cycle batteries last longer when they are only depleted to 50% of capacity.

CONNECTION

1. Grounding
The power inverter has a terminal on the rear panel marked ” Grounding “or ” “. This is used to connect the chassis of the power inverter to the ground. The ground terminal has already been connected to the ground wire of the AC output receptacle through the inverter.
The ground terminal must be connected to the ground wire, which will vary depending on where the power inverter is installed. In a vehicle, connect the ground terminal to the chassis of the vehicle. In a boat, connect it to the boat’s ground system. In a fixed location, connect the ground terminal to the earth.
The ground wire must be 14AWG (2.08mm² ) or larger and make sure the connections are well.
Don’t use the inverter without grounding to avoid electrical shock.

2. Battery Connection:
Before you connect the battery cables, make sure the power switch is in the off position. Connect Red (+) battery cable to Red (+) inverter terminal. Connect Black (-) battery cable to Black (-) inverter terminal. Connect Red (+) battery cable to Red (+) battery terminal. Connect Black (-) battery cable to Black (-) battery terminal. Alligator clamp cables may be used but only to connect to the battery. Do not use clamps on inverter terminals. Alligator clamps are not a permanent solution. You may see a spark during the connection. Do not reverse the polarity. This may damage the inverter and void warranty.

Notice:

1. Please do all the safety precautions before connecting, and then check whether the battery voltage complies with the input voltage of the inverter.
2. The cables must be big enough to bear current, or else the inverter can not power up a big load because of voltage reduction caused by the small cross-sectional wire.

Refer to the below table to choose cables accordingly.

Inverter Input voltage| Rating power| Max current of the cable| Specification of wire length≤1m| Specification of wire length≤1m| Specification of wire length≤N m
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12V| 1000W| 100A| 6AWG(13.30mm²)| 3AWG(26.67mm²)| N×13.30mm²
1500W| 150A| 4AWG(21.15mm²)| 1AWG(42.41mm²)| N×21.15mm²
2000W| 200A| 3AWG(26.67mm²)| 0AWG(53.49mm²)| N×26.67mm²
2500W| 250A| 2AWG(33.62mm²)| 00AWG(67.43mm²)| N×33.62mm²
3000W| 300A| 1AWG(42.41mm²)| 2×1AWG(84.82mm²)| N×42.41mm²
4000W| 400A| 0AWG(53.49mm²)| 2×0AWG(107mm²)| N×53.49mm²
5000W| 500A| 00AWG(67.43mm²)| 2×00AWG(135mm²)| N×67.43mm²
24V| 1000W| 50A| 9AWG(6.63mm²)| 6AWG(13.3mm²)| N×6.63mm²
1500W| 75A| 7AWG(10.55mm²)| 4AWG(21.15mm²)| N×10.55mm²
2000W| 100A| 6AWG(13.3  mm²)| 3AWG(26.67mm²)| N×13.30mm²
2500W| 125A| 5AWG(16.77mm²)| 2AWG(33.62mm²)| N×16.77mm2
3000W| 150A| 4AWG  (21.15mm²)| 1AWG(42.41mm²)| N×21.15mm²
4000W| 200A| 3AWG  (26.67mm²)| 0AWG(53.49mm²)| N×26.67mm²
5000W| 250A| 2AWG  (33.62mm²)| 00AWG(67.43mm²)| N×33.62mm²

Notice:

1. The above table is only for your reference. In practice, the thick wire can be replaced by two thin parallel wires if only the total section acreage of the wire meets the requirements.
2. In high current, the input DC wire may produce a voltage drop, therefore, the operating voltage should be subject to the value on the terminals. If the voltage drop is too large, it can increase the acreage of the section or reduce the length of the lead. The recommended length of lead is less than 1m.
3. Connect the cathode wire of the battery to the cathode terminal (black) on the back panel of the inverter and then connect the anode wire of the battery to the anode terminal (red) on the inverter, and fix them.

Warnings:

1. Please wear an eye patch and work clothes when working around the battery to avoid the acid and corrosive objects harming your eyes and skin.
2. Prepare enough water and soap. In case the acid materials contact the eyes or skin, clean it with soap and water as soon as possible. If the acid materials spay on your eyes accidentally, clean it with cold water immediately and then sent it to the hospital.
3. Do not put any combustible material in the location of installation for a spark will result when it is connected to the battery.
4. Keep good ventilation. The battery may produce a little inflammable gas when it works, so keep away from the inverter and it is better to install them in a different space.
5. Fix the connecting wire of the input DC, or it will result in the over-reduction of the voltage or over-temperature of the wire.
6. Reverse connection of the polarities or the short circuit will burn the fuse or result in permanent damage to the internal elements of the inverter.
7. Take away the metal accouterment, such as ring or watch, when installation to avoid the short circuit.
8. Although there is over-voltage protection, it may also cause damage to the inverter if the input voltage is too high.

3. Connection of the AC appliance
Put the power plug of the AC appliance load into the output AC receptacle of the inverter directly.
Warnings:

1. Make sure that the switches of the inverter and appliance power are in the OFF position before connection.
2. Check the power cord. If it is damaged, it should be connected after replacement.
3. Each outlet of the inverter has a given current rating by the manufacturer. It shall not exceed this value during use. Otherwise, the socket may be damaged by overheating and may cause an electric shock. The maximum output power of a single socket is shown in the following table:
   Output socket| AC output voltage| Single socket max output current| Single socket max output power
   ---|---|---|---
   | 110~120VAC| 15A| 1500W
   | 220~240VAC| 16A| 3000W
   | 220~240VAC| 13A| 2500W
   | 220~240VAC| 10A| 2000W
   | 220~240VAC| 13A| 2500W

Connection of big load
For the appliances with a load more than the limit of the AC socket, please connect to the Hardwire Terminals (if have), and make sure the ground terminal of the inverter is connected with the ground terminal of the appliance.

SOFT START TECHNOLOGY

The soft-start technology built into this inverter protects the unit from delivering too much AC power at once by gradually increasing the AC voltage pushed out. To make sure that you are utilizing this feature, turn on the appliance being used before turning on the inverter. This is especially necessary for equipment that has an inductive load or electrical motor.

OUTPUT VOLTAGE & WAVEFORM

The electrical waveform output of this inverter is a pure sine wave, which has the same quality as utility and/or domestic power This type of waveform is suitable for. most electrical devices, appliances, and tools. This pure sine wave unit provides more capabilities than modified sine wave inverters because it is a cleaner form of power. The pure sine wave also effectively reduces the noise produced while using appliances.

LCD DISPLAY

While the inverter is working, the LCD display will show Battery Status Level, Pure Sine Wave Symbol, Input Voltage, Output Voltage, current, etc. Once the inverter is on protection mode, the following codes will be shown:

1. UNDER VOLTAGE: Low voltage protection
2. OVER VOLAGE: High voltage protection
3. OVERLOAD: Overload or short-circuit protection
4. OVERHEAT: overheat protection.

PROTECTIONS IN THE INVERTER

1. Input under-voltage alarm: When the input DC voltage is lower than 9.8V (19.6V), the buzzer will whistle intermittently to remind us that the inverter will go into the under-voltage protection.
2. Under-voltage protection: The inverter will automatically shut down when the input DC voltage is lower than 9.5V(19V). The buzzer will whistle continuously and the green light is off, the red light is on. Please turn off the inverter and use it after recharging the battery.
3. Over-voltage protection: The inverter will automatically shut down when the input DC voltage is higher than 16V(32V). The buzzer will whistle continuously and the green light is off, and the red light is on. Please turn off the inverter and adjust the input voltage to the admissible range.
4. Overload protection: The inverter will automatically shut down when the load is higher than the rated power. The buzzer will whistle continuously. Turn off the inverter and resume normal operation after taking away the excessive load.
5. Short-circuit protection: The AC output will be automatically shut down when short-circuited. It will automatically reset after the problem is solved.
6. Overheat protection: The unit will get hot during operation. If the temperature is higher than 149°F, the inverter will automatically shut down. Then the buzzer will whistle continuously and the green light is off, red light is on. Please turn off the inverter, and continue using it after the temperature goes back to normal naturally. Meanwhile find out the factors causing the fault, such as ventilation, ambient temperature, vent, load power, etc. It can avoid similar things from happening again.

NOTE The numbers in the parenthesis are for 24V models. In the case of over voltage, under voltage, and thermal protection, the inverter will shut down. When the inverter is in the OFF position, the inverter doesn’t consume battery current.

QUICK KNOWLEDGE ABOUT INVERTER

! Ensure Your Battery Size Is Big Enough And Voltage Is Correct.
A. CORRECTLY CONNECTING THE INVERTER FOR FIRST USE.

1. Secure the provided Negative (black) DC cable connect to the Negative (-) bolt on the inverter and the other end to the Negative (-) post on the battery.
2. Secure the provided Positive (Red) DC cable to the Positive (+) bolt on the inverter, and the other end to the Positive (+) post on the battery.
3. The nuts of the connection posts must be tightened to ensure well connected.
4. Press the power switch for one second, because it is a long press type switch.

WARNING: REVERSE CONNECTED THE CABLES WILL DAMAGE THE INVERTER AND AVOID YOUR WARRANTY!

B. TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS

Problem

| Reason|

Solutions

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No output voltage, buzzer whistles continuously| Low Input DC Voltage| Low Input DC Voltage
High Input DC Voltage|

● Do not use it when the battery is charging
● Check the rated voltage of the battery and make sure that it is in the allowable range of the input voltage.

Overload| Reduce the load power
Over-temperature|

● Cut off the load and let it cool naturally for 10 to 30 minutes.
● Restart it after it resumes to normal temperature. Reduce the load. avoid blocking the vent and improve the ventilation condition.

No AC output voltage?| 1. The power switch is off.
2. Poor contact with the battery.|

● Press the power switch for 1-2 seconds to turn it on. it is a long press type switch
●Check the cables and make sure they are tightly connected.

Output voltage below 100 V AC?|

“True RMS” voltage meter is required to properly measure the output voltage of the modified wave inverter

|

● Test output voltage with a True RMS meter
● Try to maintain the input voltage in the range of rated power
● Change the battery of the meter then test again.

Cannot drive the load?|

1. Load power is too large. Or the actual power of the appliance exceeds nominal power.
2. The starting power is larger than rated power (especially for appliances with motor)
3. Battery is too small.

|

● Reduce the load power, or turn on the appliance first, then turn on the inverter.
● Choose a bigger inverter
● Change a bigger battery and ensure fully charged.

Tester indicated “Open Ground”?|

This is because it is not connected to a”true Earth ground “, meaning it is not connected to a metal rod stuck in the Earth. it would be impossible to do so in a boat or car while moving. The power inverter DOES NOT and cannot create a true Earth ground on its own.

| ● Don’t need the tester to do the Grounding Test.
● Refer to the manual to do the Grounding
Problem| Reason| Solutions
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Starting alarm?|

The main reason is that the instantaneous current is too large, which leads to the detection of low voltage and triggers the under-voltage alarm.

| Please restart the inverter several times.
Got 40V or so while testing the inverter’s ground wire and zero line?|

This voltage has no meaning, zero line can be ground.

| This is normal, there is no current leakage.

If the unit still doesn’t work normally after using all the methods above, it may be the internal faults of the circuit. Please contact us after service.

WARRANTY

This product is designed using the most modern digital technology and under very strict quality control and testing guidelines. If, however, you feel this product is not performing as it should, please get in touch with us: [email protected] directly.
We will do our best to resolve your concerns. If the product needs repair or replacement, make sure to keep your receipt/invoice, as that will need to be sent back along with the package.
Except as noted above, GIANDEL makes no warranty of any kind, express or implied, including without limitation the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. In no event shall GIANDEL be liable for indirect, special, or consequential damages. This warranty only applies to GIANDEL branded products. All other name brand products are warranted by and according to their respective manufacturer.
The following situations will void the warranty:

1. The box is distorted, damaged, or changed, and interior parts are damaged because of an exterior hit or drop not reported at the time of delivery.
2. Connect the DC power incorrectly reversing the polarity.
3. Dismantled or repaired the unit by an unauthorized person.
4. The unit was damaged by incorrect installation or operating methods.

Specifications £

Model

|

Data

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Continuous Power| 5000W
Peak Power| 10000W
Rated input Voltage|

12VDC

| 24VDC

Input Voltage Range

| 9.5~16VDC| 19~32VDC
Over Voltage Shutdown| 16VDC| 32VDC
Low Voltage Shutdown| 9.5VDC| 19VDC
Low Voltage Alarm| 9.8VDC| 19.6VDC
Output Voltage| 110V~120V / 220V~240V AC±10% (Refer to the label)
Frequency| 50Hz / 60Hz ±1Hz
Waveform| Pure Sine Wave
Efficiency| About 90%
Overheat Protection| 149±8°F
Overload protection| 5000~5400W
Short Circuit protection| yes
Display| LCD
USB| 5VDC 0~2.4A×2 MAX 2.4A
No-load current| 3.5A| 2.0A
Cooling fan|

Thermal and load-controlled cooling fan. It won’t work till the inverter case reaches 104°F or load over 2000 watts only.

Operating Temperature (Automatic Recovery/Shutdown)

| 32-113°F
Storage temperature| 14~ 113°F
Size (L×W×H)| 650×203×170mm
NET Weight|

30.09 lbs / 13.65 Kg

Remark: Due to the continuous improvement of products, the technical parameters in this manual are subject to change without prior notice.

For additional products, please visit our website: www.giandel.com or www.giandel.com.au
-Modified sine wave inverters
-Pure sine wave inverters
To find out where to buy any of our products, you may also e-mail: [email protected]
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References

• GIANDEL Official Home Page
• GIANDEL Australia Official Home

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