Magnum Energy MS4024PAE User Manual

MS-PAE Series
Pure Sine Wave Inverter/Charger
Owner’s Manual

Magnum Energy MS4024PAE Specifications

General

Brand	Magnum Energy
Model	MS4024PAE
Category	Inverter
Language	English

Summary

Product Safety Information

Safety Precautions

Essential safety measures for electrical work, installation, and component handling.

Battery Safety

Critical safety guidelines and procedures for handling and working with batteries.

Introduction

1.1 How the MS-PAE Series Inverter/Charger Works

Explains Inverter Mode and Standby Mode operation of the MS-PAE Series.

1.2 Features and Benefits

Describes external features like ON/OFF switch, LED indicator, and various ports.

Installation

2.0 Installation

Provides an overview of the installation process and important considerations.

2.1 Pre-Installation

Details unpacking, inspection, and required components for installation.

2.1.1 Unpacking and Inspection

Instructions for unpacking the inverter and verifying all included items.

2.1.2 Required Components and Materials

Lists necessary hardware, materials, and tools for the installation process.

2.1.3 Locating the Inverter

Guidelines for selecting a suitable location based on cleanliness, dryness, cooling, and ventilation.

2.1.4 Mounting the Inverter

Details requirements for mounting surfaces and approved mounting positions.

Wiring the Inverter: Protection, Requirements, and Routing

2.2 DC Wiring

2.2.1 DC Wire Sizing

2.2.2 DC Overcurrent Protection

2.2.3 DC Cable Connections

2.2.4 Wiring the Battery Bank

2.2.5 Battery Temperature Sensor Installation and Wiring

2.2.6 Wiring the Inverter to the Battery Bank

2.3 AC Wiring

2.3.1 Pre-AC Wiring Requirements

2.3.2 AC Wire Size and Overcurrent Protection

2.3.3 Recommended Ground Fault Circuit Interruption (GFCI) Breakers

2.3.4 AC Input and Output Wiring Connections

2.3.5 Wiring the AC Input and Output

2.4 Grounding Inverters

2.4.1 Sizing the Grounding Electrode Conductors (GEC)

2.4.2 System Bonding Jumper

2.4.3 Equipment Grounding Conductor

2.7 Final Inspection

2.8 Functional Test for a Single MS-PAE Inverter

Provides steps to test the installation and operation of a single MS-PAE inverter.

Parallel Operation

4.0 Parallel Operation

Introduces information on operating multiple MS-PAE Series inverters in parallel.

4.1 Overview

Explains how stacking inverters increases capacity, charging, and pass-through capabilities.

4.2 Parallel System Requirements

Lists essential requirements for connecting and operating MS-PAE inverters in parallel.

4.3 Parallel System Connections and Components

Covers AC/DC connections and components needed for parallel systems using Magnum Panels.

4.3.1 AC and DC Connections Simplified using Magnum Panels

Details simplified AC/DC connections using MP Series enclosures and their panels.

4.3.2 AC Connections Required in Parallel System

Explains AC input requirements and panel configurations for parallel systems.

4.3.3 DC Connections Required in Parallel System

Outlines DC connection requirements for parallel systems, including common battery banks.

4.4 Functional Test for Parallel-stacked MS-PAE Inverters

Provides steps to test the installation and operation of parallel-stacked MS-PAE inverters.

4.4.1 Power-up Procedure (Stacked System)

Details the procedure for powering up stacked inverters and initial checks.

4.4.2 Verifying Parallel-stacked Communication

Explains how to verify communication between inverters using the router display.

4.4.3 Performing the Functional Test

Guides through performing the functional test for both Invert Mode and AC Transfer/Charge Mode.

Troubleshooting

6.0 Troubleshooting

Provides a guide to pinpoint common inverter and charger failures and their solutions.

6.1 Resetting the Inverter

Explains how to perform inverter resets (soft and hard) to clear fault conditions.