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DC-AC Power
Inverter
Pure Sine Wave
PST-600-12
PST-600-24
Please read this
manual BEFORE
installing your
inverter
Owner's
Manual

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SamplexPower PST-600-12 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSamplexPower
ModelPST-600-12
CategoryInverter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Section 1 Safety Instructions

Safety Symbols

Explains safety symbols used throughout the manual for user guidance.

General Safety Guidelines

Covers general safety guidelines for installation, electrical shock prevention, and environment.

Inverter Specific Safety Precautions

Details specific safety precautions related to inverter operation, AC output, and DC input.

Section 2 General Information

Definitions

Provides definitions of electrical terms and concepts relevant to inverter operation.

Output Voltage Waveforms

Describes and illustrates pure sine wave output compared to modified sine wave.

Advantages of Pure Sine Wave Inverters

Highlights benefits of pure sine wave output for various devices and applications.

Devices Affected by Modified Sine Wave

Lists devices that may not work properly or could be damaged by modified sine wave output.

Inverter Power Rating Explained

Explains continuous and surge power ratings and how to determine inverter power requirements.

Section 3 Limiting Electro-Magnetic Interference (EMI)

EMI and FCC Compliance Standards

Discusses electromagnetic interference generated by the inverter and FCC compliance standards.

Reducing EMI via Installation Practices

Provides methods to minimize EMI effects through correct installation practices.

Section 4 Powering Direct / Embedded Switch Mode Power Supplies (SMPS)

SMPS Characteristics and Inrush Current

Explains the nature of SMPS, including inrush current and crest factor.

Section 5 Principle of Operation

Inverter Basic Functionality

Outlines the inverter's basic function of converting DC to AC voltage.

Pure Sine Wave Output Characteristics

Details the characteristics of the pure sine wave AC output.

Two-Stage Conversion Principle

Explains the two-stage conversion process from DC to AC using PWM techniques.

Section 6 Layout

Inverter Front and Back Panel Layout

Illustrates and identifies the front and back panel components and connections of the inverter.

Section 7 General Information - Battery Related

Lead Acid Battery Basics and Chemistry

Basic description of lead acid batteries and their electrochemical reactions.

Lead Acid Battery Types Explained

Details different types of lead acid batteries: SLA/VRLA, Non-Sealed, SLI, and Deep Cycle.

Battery Capacity Ratings (Ah and RC)

Explains battery capacity specified in Ampere-hours (Ah) and Reserve Capacity (RC).

Battery Charge/Discharge C-Rates

Defines and provides examples of C-rates for battery charge and discharge.

Battery SOC, Alarms, and Voltage Monitoring

Discusses SOC estimation via standing voltage, low battery alarms, and shutdown conditions.

Battery Installation, Sizing, and Charging Methods

Covers battery installation, depth of discharge effects, sizing the battery bank, and charging methods.

Section 8 Installation

Installation Environment Requirements

Specifies requirements for the working environment, ventilation, and temperature.

Safe Mounting Orientations

Details the allowed and prohibited mounting orientations for safety and proper function.

Inverter Physical Dimensions and Mounting

Provides the physical dimensions and mounting slot locations of the inverter unit.

DC Input Connections, Fusing, and Protection

Covers preventing DC input over-voltage, reverse polarity, cable sizing, and fuse protection.

AC Output Connections and GFCI Operation

Explains AC output connections, GFCI operation, testing, and fault handling.

Backup Power with Transfer Switch and Grounding

Describes providing backup power using transfer switches and proper grounding procedures.

Remote Control and External ON/OFF Options

Details the use of optional remote controls and external ON/OFF switching methods.

Section 9 Operation

Inverter Power Switching

Instructions for locally and remotely switching the inverter ON and OFF.

Connecting AC Loads to the Inverter

Guidance on the correct sequence and timing for connecting AC loads to the inverter.

Cooling Fan Operation Details

Explains the operation and control of the inverter's cooling fan based on temperature.

Normal Operation Indicator LEDs

Describes the meaning of indicator LEDs for normal inverter operation.

Idle Current Consumption and Battery Drain

Information on the current drawn by the inverter when no load is connected or switched off.

Section 10 Protections

Surge, Overload, and Short Circuit Protection

Details protections against power surges, overloads, and short circuits.

DC Input Voltage Protection Mechanisms

Explains protection mechanisms for low and high DC input voltage conditions.

Over-Temperature and Ground Fault Protection

Covers inverter shutdown due to over-temperature and GFCI ground fault protection.

Reverse Polarity Protection and Internal Fuses

Explains reverse polarity damage and the function of internal DC side fuses.

Section 11 Troubleshooting Guide

Troubleshooting Inverter Symptoms and Causes

Provides a guide to diagnosing and resolving common inverter symptoms and problems.

Section 12 Specifications

Inverter Model Specifications

Lists the detailed electrical, environmental, and physical specifications for the inverter models.

Section 13 Warranty

3-Year Limited Warranty Terms

Outlines the terms, conditions, and duration of the product's limited warranty.

Product Contact Information

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