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Samlexpower Evolution EVO-2212 - User Manual

Samlexpower Evolution EVO-2212
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Evolution
TM
Series
Inverter/Charger
Pure Sine Wave
Models:
EVO-2212
EVO-3012
EVO-2224
EVO-4024
Please read this
manual BEFORE
operating.
Firmware:
Rev 0.68
Owner's
Manual
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Summary

Section 1 Safety Instructions & General Information

1.1 Important safety instructions

Crucial safety guidelines and warnings for installation and maintenance.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

Defines electrical terms and concepts used throughout the manual.

1.3 GENERAL INFORMATION - INVERTER RELATED

Provides background information specific to the inverter functionality.

1.3.1 AC Voltage Waveforms

Illustrates and explains Pure Sine Wave and Modified Sine Waveforms.

1.3.2 Advantages of Pure Sine Wave Inverters

Details the benefits and superior performance of pure sine wave outputs.

1.3.3 Power Rating of Inverters

Explains how inverter power ratings are specified and determined.

1.3.4 Electro-Magnetic Interference (EMI) and FCC Compliance

Addresses EMI generation and FCC compliance requirements.

1.3.5 Characteristics of Switch Mode Power Supplies (SMPS)

Describes the behavior and requirements of SMPS loads.

1.4 GENERAL INFORMATION - LEAD ACID BATTERIES

Provides essential information regarding lead-acid battery types and characteristics.

1.4.1 Deep Cycle Lead Acid Batteries

Details the design and application of deep cycle batteries for inverters.

1.4.2 Rated Capacity Specified in Ampere-hour (Ah)

Explains battery capacity measured in Ampere-hours (Ah).

1.4.3 Rated Capacity Specified in Reserve Capacity (RC)

Defines battery capacity measured in Reserve Capacity (RC) in minutes.

1.4.4 Typical Battery Sizes

Lists common battery sizes and their specifications.

1.4.5 Specifying Charging; Discharging Currents: C-Rate

Explains how charging and discharging currents are specified using C-Rate.

1.4.6 Charging; Discharging Curves

Presents curves illustrating battery charging and discharging characteristics.

1.4.7 Reduction in Usable Capacity at Higher Discharge Rates - Typical in Inverter Application

Details how discharge rates affect usable battery capacity (Peukert Effect).

1.4.8 State of Charge (SOC) of a Battery - Based on “Standing Voltage”

Explains how to estimate battery state of charge using standing voltage.

1.4.9 State of Discharge of a Loaded Battery - Low Battery; DC Input Voltage Alarm and Shutdown in Inverters

Describes low battery alarms and inverter shutdown based on discharge state.

1.4.10 Low DC Input Voltage Alarm in Inverters

Details the low DC input voltage alarm functionality in inverters.

1.4.11 Low DC Input Voltage Shut-down In Inverters

Explains the low DC input voltage shutdown protection mechanism.

1.4.12 Depth of Discharge of Battery and Battery Life

Discusses the impact of discharge depth on battery lifespan.

1.4.13 Series and Parallel Connection of Batteries

Provides instructions for connecting batteries in series and parallel.

1.4.14 Sizing the Inverter Battery Bank

Guides on determining the appropriate size for the inverter battery bank.

1.14.15 Charging Batteries

Explains methods and recommendations for charging batteries.

Section 2 Components & Layout

2.1 MAIN UNIT: LAYOUT-FRONT (FIG 2.1)

Details the front panel layout and identification of components on the main unit.

2.2 MAIN UNIT: LAYOUT-BACK (FIG 2.2)

Identifies components and features on the rear panel of the main unit.

2.3 MAIN UNIT: LAYOUT-AC SIDE (FIG 2.3)

Illustrates the AC input/output connections and terminal block layout.

2.4 REMOTE CONTROL EVO-RC (FIG 2.4) [OPTIONAL]

Describes the optional remote control unit, its layout, and features.

2.5 BATTERY TEMPERATURE SENSOR EVO-BCTS [FIG 2.5 (a)]

Details the battery temperature sensor, its connection, and function.

2.6 CONTENTS OF PACKAGE

Lists all items included in the product package.

Section 3 Installation

3.1 Safety of Installation

Emphasizes adherence to safety instructions before and during installation.

3.2 OVERALL DIMENSIONS

Provides the overall physical dimensions and mounting hole locations.

3.3 MOUNTING OF THE UNIT

Details the requirements for securely mounting the unit.

Mounting Orientation

Specifies different orientations for unit mounting (horizontal, vertical).

3.4 INSTALLING BATTERIES - SERIES AND PARALLEL CONNECTION

Explains how to connect batteries in series and parallel for battery banks.

3.4.1 Series Connection

Describes the procedure for connecting batteries in series to increase voltage.

3.4.2 Parallel Connection

Details how to connect batteries in parallel to increase capacity.

3.4.3 Series - Parallel Connection

Explains the configuration for connecting batteries in both series and parallel.

3.4.4 Wiring Order in Parallel Connection of Batteries

Specifies the correct wiring order for parallel battery connections.

3.5 DC SIDE CONNECTIONS

Covers all necessary DC side connections for power and signaling.

3.5.1 Preventing Dc Input Over Voltage

Instructions to prevent damage from excessive DC input voltage.

3.5.2 Preventing Reverse Polarity On The Input Side

Guidance on correctly connecting battery polarity to avoid damage.

3.5.4 Fuse Protection In The Battery Circuit

Explains the importance and selection of battery circuit fuse protection.

3.5.5 DC Input Connection for Battery

Instructions for connecting the battery to the DC input terminals.

3.5.6 DC Input Connection for External Charger

Details on connecting an external charger to the DC input.

3.5.7 Using Proper Dc Cable Termination

Guidance on selecting and using appropriate DC cable terminal lugs.

3.5.8 Reducing Rf Interference

Methods to minimize radio frequency interference from wiring.

3.5.9 Taping Battery Wires Together To Reduce Inductance

Techniques to reduce wiring inductance for better performance.

3.6 AC INPUT AND OUTPUT - LAYOUT AND CONNECTION ARRANGEMENT

Details the AC input/output layout and wiring connection arrangement.

3.6.1 System Grounding and Output Neutral to Chassis Ground Bond Switching

Explains system grounding and output neutral bond switching logic.

3.6.2 AC Input Considerations - Voltage And Frequency

Specifies AC input voltage and frequency requirements for operation.

3.6.3 Preventing Paralleling of the AC Output

Warns against and explains how to prevent AC output paralleling.

3.6.4 Connecting to Multi-wire Branch Circuits

Guidance on connecting to multi-wire branch circuits to avoid overloading.

3.7 AC Input & Output Wiring

Details the procedures for AC input and output wiring connections.

3.7.2 Tightening Torques

Provides specified tightening torques for wiring terminals.

3.8 Sizing of Wiring and Breakers - AC Input Side

Guidelines for sizing AC input wiring and selecting appropriate breakers.

3.9 Sizing of Wiring and Breakers - AC Output Side

Guidelines for sizing AC output wiring and selecting appropriate breakers.

3.10 gfci Protection for vehicle APPlicAtion

Specifies GFCI protection requirements for vehicle installations.

3.11 grounDing to eArth or to other DeSignAteD grounD

Explains grounding procedures to Earth or other designated grounds.

3.12 GROUNDING ARRANGEMENT IN EVO SERIES

Illustrates the grounding arrangement schematic for the EVO Series.

3.13 DC Side Grounding (See Fig. 3.12)

Details the DC side grounding connections and wire sizing.

3.14 AC Side Grounding (Please see Fig 3.12)

Describes the AC side grounding connections and bonding.

3.14.1 SWITCHING OF BONDING OF OUTPUT NEUTRAL TO CHASSIS GROUND

Explains the automatic switching of output neutral to chassis ground bonding.

3.15 SHORE BASED INSTALLATION

Provides information on typical shore-based installation procedures.

3.15.1 Typical Shore Based Installation

Details a typical installation scenario for shore power.

3.16 MOBILE INSTALLATION - GENERAL INFORMATION

General information regarding mobile installation requirements.

3.16.1 GFCI Protection for Vehicle Application

Specifies GFCI protection requirements for vehicle installations.

3.16.3 Requirement to Keep the Neutral Conductor of Shore Power Isolated From the Chassis Ground of the RV

Explains the need to keep RV shore power neutral isolated from chassis ground.

3.16.4 typical mobile installation

Illustrates typical mobile installation setups for RVs.

Section 4 General Description & Principles of Operations

4.1 General Description

Provides a high-level overview of the EVO Series Inverter/Charger.

4.2 COMPONENTS OF THE SYSTEM

Lists the main sections and inputs that comprise the system.

4.3 INVERTER SECTION

Details the heavy-duty inverter section and its capabilities.

4.3.1 Principle of working of Inverter Section

Explains the two-step DC to AC inversion process used by the inverter.

4.4 Direct Dual AC Input Architecture

Describes the system for handling simultaneous Grid and Generator inputs.

4.5 Transfer Relay Section

Explains the function of the transfer relay in switching power sources.

4.5.1 AC Transfer and Output Neutral To Chassis Ground Bond Switching

Details the switching mechanism for AC transfer and neutral bonding.

4.5.4 Synchronized Transfer of Power

Describes the process of synchronizing power transfer between sources.

4.5.5 Transfer From Inverter to Grid; Generator

Explains how the unit transfers power from inverter to Grid/Generator.

4.5.6 Transfer From Grid; Generator to Inverter

Describes the transfer process from Grid/Generator back to the inverter.

4.5.7 Transfer Between Grid and Generator

Explains how the unit prioritizes and transfers between Grid and Generator.

4.6 BATTERY CHARGER SECTION

Details the powerful 3/4 stage automatic battery charging system.

4.7 Auto Generator Start; STOP

Explains the automatic generator start and stop functionality.

4.8 MODES OF OPERATION

Describes the different operating modes of the inverter charger.

4.8.1 Charging Mode

Details operation when the unit is in charging mode.

4.8.2 Inverting Mode

Explains operation when the unit is converting DC to AC power.

4.8.3 Power Saving Mode

Describes the power saving mode to minimize no-load power draw.

4.8.4 Power Saving Mode - Transfer Characteristics in Grid; Generator Mode

Details transfer characteristics when using power saving mode with Grid/Generator.

4.8.5 Off-Line;On-Line Modes

Explains the On-line and Off-Line UPS modes for power supply.

4.9 TEMPERATURE SENSOR FOR BATTERY CHARGING

Details the battery temperature sensor for optimizing charging.

4.10 PARALLEL OPERATION WITH EXTERNAL CHARGER

Describes parallel operation with external charging sources.

4.11 COOLING FANS AND OVER TEMPERATURE PROTECTION

Explains the cooling system and over-temperature protection features.

Section 5 Battery Charging in Evolution Series

5.1 PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION OF BATTERY CHARGING SECTION

Explains the fundamental operation of the battery charging section.

5.2 DYNAMIC INPUT POWER DIVERSION CONTROL OF BATTERY CHARGING CURRENT

Details control of charging current to prevent overloading the input source.

5.3 ADAPTIVE CHARGING CONTROL FOR COMPLETE CHARGING AND PREVENTION OF OVER CHARGING; BOILING OF BATTERIES

Explains adaptive charging to ensure full charge and prevent battery damage.

5.4 PARALLEL CHARGING OF BATTERIES THROUGH EXTERNAL CHARGER

Describes how to charge batteries in parallel with an external charger.

5.5 BATTERY TEMPERATURE SENSOR

Details the function of the battery temperature sensor for charging optimization.

5.6 3 STAGE CHARGING MODE: BULK, ABSORPTION & FLOAT FOR NORMAL CHARGING

Explains the standard 3-stage charging process for daily use.

5.6.1 Bulk Charge Stage

Describes the initial bulk charging stage for rapid battery replenishment.

5.6.2 Absorption Stage

Details the constant voltage absorption stage for full battery charging.

5.6.3 Float Stage

Explains the float stage for maintaining battery charge.

5.6.4 Automatic Resetting of Charging Cycle in 3 Stage Charging Profile

Describes how the 3-stage charging cycle automatically resets.

5.7 4 STAGE CHARGING IN EQUALIZATION MODE

Explains the 4-stage equalization charging mode for battery maintenance.

5.8 DETAILS OF EQUALIZATION MODE CHARGING CYCLE (Fig 5.2)

Provides detailed explanation of the 4-stage equalization charging cycle.

5.9 SWITCHING ON AND SWITCHING OFF OF EQUALIZATION MODE (4 STAGE CHARGING)

Describes how to manually activate or deactivate equalization mode.

Section 6 Operation, Protections and Troubleshooting

6.1 POWERING ON USING ON;OFF BUTTON ON THE FRONT PANEL (11, Fig 2.1)

Instructions for powering the unit ON using the front panel button.

6.1.1 Powering ON

Step-by-step guide to powering on the unit via the front panel button.

6.1.2 Powering Off

Step-by-step guide to powering off the unit via the front panel button.

6.2.1 Button Type (Default)

Explains the default button type logic for remote ON/OFF control.

6.2.2 Switch Type

Details the switch type logic for remote ON/OFF control.

6.3 OPERATIONAL INFORMATION THROUGH LEDS AND BUZZER

Explains how LEDs and the buzzer indicate operational status.

6.4 OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL EVO-RC (see APPENDIX A) FOR PROGRAMMING OF MODES OF OPERATION AND PARAMETERS

Information on using the EVO-RC for advanced operation and parameter setup.

6.5 PROTECTIONS, FAULT MESSAGES AND TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Details unit protections, fault messages, and troubleshooting steps.

6.6 POWERING OFF THE UNIT IN FAULT MODE

Explains how to power off the unit when it is in fault mode.

6.7 12 V, 100 mA CAPACITY DC SOURCE FOR SIGNALING

Describes the 12V DC source for signaling and remote monitoring.

6.8 STANDBY MODE

Explains how to use standby mode for firmware updates or temporary halt.

Section 7 Fault Messages and Troubleshooting Guide

Section 8 Specifications

Appendix A

Section 1 Safety Instructions, Introduction and Layout

Introduces the EVO-RC remote control and its layout.

1.0 INTRODUCTION AND LAYOUT

Provides an overview of the EVO-RC remote control features and layout.

Section 2 Installation

Covers guidelines and procedures for installing the EVO-RC remote.

2.1 INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

Provides instructions for routing the remote control cable and mounting.

2.1.2 Tools Required

Lists the necessary tools for installing the EVO-RC remote control.

2.2 FLUSH MOUNT INSTALLATION

Details the process for flush mounting the EVO-RC remote control.

Section 3 Operation

Explains how to operate the EVO-RC remote control.

3.0 GENERAL INFORMATION

Provides general information about the EVO-RC remote control's functions.

3.1 NAVIGATING THE REMOTE

Guides on using the remote control's display, buttons, and menus.

3.2 POWER ON; POWER OFF

Instructions for powering the EVO-RC remote ON and OFF.

3.3 DATE AND TIME SETUP

Procedure for setting the date and time on the remote control.

3.4 STANDBY MODE

Explains how to activate and use the standby mode on the remote.

3.5. FAULT CLEARING

Instructions on how to clear fault messages displayed on the remote.

3.6 OPERATING MODES AND DISPLAY SCREENS

Describes the operating modes and their corresponding display screens.

3.6.1 Charging Mode Screens Explanations

Details the display screens for charging modes and stages.

3.6.2 Overall Operating Mode Display Screen Menu Map

Provides a map of the operating mode display screens.

Section 4 Parameter Setup

Guides on setting and configuring operating parameters via the remote.

4.0 GROUP AND PARAMETER SETUP MENUS

Explains the organization of operating parameters into setup menus.

4.1 PARAMETER SETUP MENU MAPS

Visual maps showing navigation paths for parameter setup.

4.2 PARAMETER SETUP PROCEDURE - GENERAL

General steps and navigation procedures for setting parameters.

4.3 PASSWORD PROTECTION FOR PARAMETER CHANGE

Details the password protection mechanism for parameter modification.

4.4 GROUP 1 PARAMETER SET UP: CHARGE CURVE

Setup for parameters related to battery charge curve settings.

4.5 GROUP 2 PARAMETER SET UP: INPUT SETTING

Setup for parameters related to AC input voltage and frequency settings.

4.6 GROUP 3 PARAMETER SET UP: INPUT LOW LIMIT

Setup for parameters defining low AC input voltage limits.

4.7 GROUP 4 PARAMETER SET UP: INPUT HIGH LIMIT

Setup for parameters defining high AC input voltage limits.

4.8 GROUP 5 PARAMETER SET UP: OTHER FUNCTIONS

Setup for various other operational parameters and functions.

POWER SAVING:

Enables or disables the power saving mode during inverter operation.

ENTER POINT:

Sets the AC load threshold for entering power save mode.

WAKE UP POINT:

Sets the AC load threshold to exit power save mode.

REMOTE SWITCH:

Configures ON/OFF control using an external 12V DC signal.

RELAY FUNCTION:

Sets the function of the status relay for signaling or generator control.

COMM ID:

Sets the communication ID for the COMM port and remote control.

BUZZER:

Enables or disables the buzzer for alerts and notifications.

DISCHARGE BEEP:

Controls the buzzer behavior during inverter (discharging) mode.

DEFAULT RESET

Resets all programmable parameters to their default values.

DATALOG TIME AND DATALOG DISABLE:

Configures data logging time periods and enables/disables logging.

4.9 GROUP 6 PARAMETER SETUP: TIME SETTING

Setup for the unit's date and time parameters.

4.10 GROUP 7 PARAMETER SETUP: STOP SD CARD

Procedure for safely stopping and removing the SD card.

Section 5 SD Card

5.1 SD CARD GENERAL INFORMATION

Information on SD card slot, supported formats, and capacity.

5.2 DATA LOGGING

Details on enabling, disabling, and configuring data logging.

5.3 DATA LOG FILES AND VIEWING DATA LOG FILES USING MICROSOFT EXCEL

Instructions for viewing data log files using Microsoft Excel.

5.4 SAVING; UPLOADING PROGRAMMED PARAMETERS

Procedures for saving and uploading programmed parameters to/from SD card.

5.4.1 Saving Programmed Parameters

Steps for saving current parameters to the SD card.

5.4.2 Uploading Saved Parameters

Steps for uploading saved parameters from the SD card.

Section 6 Monitoring of Operation Using LED and Buzzer

Section 7 Fault Messages and Troubleshooting Guide

Section 8 Specifications

Samlexpower Evolution EVO-2212 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelEVO-2212
TypePure Sine Wave Inverter
Output Voltage120V AC
Output Power2200W
Surge Power4400W
Output Frequency60Hz
THD< 3%
Overload ProtectionYes
Over Temperature ProtectionYes
Input Voltage12V
Low Voltage Alarm10.5V - 11V
High Voltage Shutdown15.5V - 16V
CoolingFan
Operating Temperature-4 to 104°F (-20 to 40°C)

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