Tripp Lite Power Supply 93 1911 User Manual

Owner’s Manual  
®
APS PowerVerter  
Alternative Power Sources  
(120V, 60 Hz)  
1111 W. 35th Street  
Chicago, IL 60609 USA  
Customer Support: (773) 869-1234  
• Voltage- and Frequency-Controlled  
• Peak Power, High Efficiency  
Español: pg. 16  
Introduction:  
Safety:  
p. 2 - 3  
p. 4  
Configuration & Connection: p. 5-10  
Features:  
p. 10 - 11  
Maintenance & Service: p. 12  
Warranty:  
p. 12  
p. 13  
Troubleshooting:  
Specifications:  
p. 14 - 15  
Copyright © 2001 Tripp Lite. All rights reserved.  
 
Advanced, 3-Stage  
Battery Charger  
Stage 2  
Absorption  
Your APS recharges your battery  
faster than conventional chargers  
because its three-stage charger pro-  
file (Bulk, Absorption and Float) are  
optimized, regardless of the type of  
battery you use (Wet or Gel).* In addi-  
tion, the advanced charging system  
protects against over-charge and  
over-discharge to ensure a longer  
service life from your battery.  
Stage 3  
Float  
* The Absorption and Float levels vary according to  
battery type, which can be set to either “Wet” or “Gel”cell.  
TIME  
CHARGING PROFILE  
• Voltage Regulation (Select models only)  
“VR” APS models regulate incoming AC power by automatically “boosting” or “cutting” the voltage  
to keep your equipment running through brownouts and overvoltages without draining battery  
power.  
• Load Sharing (Select models only)  
Select APS models can be set to limit their own charging functions so they can charge their  
batteries at the quickest rate possible without overloading their power input circuits.  
• Frequency-Controlled Inverter Output  
All APS models feature Frequency-Controlled Inverter Output which allows devices dependent on  
AC line frequency (such as computers, VCRs, CD players, tape recorders, clocks and turntables)  
to operate properly.  
• Circuit Board Protection  
A silicone conformal coating safeguards the circuit boards against moisture.  
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Safety  
This manual contains important instructions and warnings that should be followed during the  
installation, operation and storage of all Tripp Lite APS Systems.  
APS Location Warnings  
• Install your APS indoors, away from excess moisture or heat, dust or direct sunlight.  
Your APS is NOT waterproof. Contact with water can cause the unit to short circuit and  
could cause personal injury due to electric shock. Never immerse your APS. Mount it in  
the driest location available.  
• Leave adequate space around all sides of the APS for proper ventilation. The heavier the  
load of connected equipment, the more heat will be generated by the APS.  
• Do not install the APS near magnetic storage media, as this may result in data corruption.  
Battery Connection Warnings  
Your APS will not operate with or without utility power until batteries are connected.  
• Multiple battery systems must be made up of batteries of the same voltage, age, amp  
hour capacity and type.  
• Keep battery location well ventilated. Explosive hydrogen gas can accumulate near  
batteries if they are not kept well ventilated.  
• Sparks may result during final battery connection. Always observe proper polarity as bat-  
teries are connected.  
• Do not allow objects to contact the two DC input terminals. Do not short or bridge these  
terminals together. Serious injury to property or person could result.  
Equipment Connection Warnings  
• Do not use Tripp Lite APS Systems in life support applications where a malfunction or  
failure of a Tripp Lite APS System could cause failure or significantly alter the performance  
of a life support device.  
• Do not connect a surge suppressor, line conditioner or UPS to the output of the APS.  
• Corded models: Do not modify the APS's plug in a way that eliminates its ground connection.  
Do not use power adapters that will eliminate the plug's ground connection. Connect your  
APS only to a properly grounded AC power outlet. Do not plug your APS into itself; this  
will damage the APS and void your warranty.  
Operation Warnings  
Your APS does not require routine maintenance. Do not open your APS for any reason.  
There are no user-serviceable parts inside.  
• Potentially lethal voltages exist within this unit as long as the battery supply and/or AC  
input are connected. During any service work, the battery supply and AC input connection  
(if any) should therefore be disconnected.  
• Do not connect or disconnect batteries while the APS is operating from the battery supply.  
Dangerous arcing may result.  
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Configuration  
CONFIGURATION DIP SWITCH SETTINGS  
DIP SWITCH GROUP A (All models)  
BATTERY TYPE / VOLTAGE POINT  
Using a small tool, set the 4 “Battery Type / Voltage Point” Configuration DIP Switches, Group A  
(located on the front panel of your APS; see Diagram 1, p. 32) to select battery type and set the  
voltage range outside of which your APS will switch to battery power.  
• Select Battery Type  
(DIP Switch #1, Group A)  
CAUTION: The Battery Type DIP Switch setting must match the type of batteries you connect or your batteries may be degraded  
or damaged over an extended period of time. See “Battery Selection,” page 7 for more information.  
Battery Type  
Switch Position  
Gel  
Cell  
4 3 2 1  
Gel Cell (Sealed) Battery ............................Up  
Wet Cell (Vented) Battery ............................Down*  
Wet  
Cell*  
• Select High AC Voltage Switch To Battery Point  
(DIP Switch #2, Group A)  
Voltage  
Switch Position  
145V  
4 3 2 1  
145V ............................................................Up  
135V ............................................................Down*  
135V*  
• Select Low AC Voltage Switch To Battery Point  
(DIP Switches #4, Group A & #3, Group A)  
4 3 2 1  
4 3 2 1  
4 3 2 1  
4 3 2 1  
75V*  
105V  
95V  
85V  
#4 Down  
#4 Up & #3 Up  
#4 Up & #3 Down  
#4 Down & #3 Up  
& #3 Down  
Most loads will perform adequately when your APS’s High AC Voltage Point DIP Switch #2 is set  
to 135V and its Low AC Voltage Point DIP Switches #3 and #4 are set to 95V. However, if your APS  
frequently switches to battery power due to momentary high/low line voltage swings that would  
have little effect on equipment operation, you may wish to adjust these settings. By raising the High  
AC Voltage Switch to Battery point and/or lowering the Low AC Voltage Switch to Battery Point, you  
may reduce the number of times your APS switches to battery due to voltage swings.  
* Factory default settings.  
DIP SWITCH GROUP B (Available on Select Models)  
LOAD SHARING/EQUALIZE BATTERY CHARGE  
Using a small tool, set the “Load Sharing” Configuration DIP Switches, #1 and #2 of Group B  
(located on the front panel of your APS; see Diagram 1, p. 32). DIP Switch #3, Group B should  
be kept in the “UP” position when you are not equalizing your batteries’ charges. DIP Switch #4,  
Group B has different functions, or no function, depending on your APS model.  
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• Load Sharing  
(DIP Switches #1, Group B & #2, Group B)  
Your APS features a high-output battery charger that can draw a significant amount of power  
from your line power source when charging at its maximum rate. If an APS is supplying its full  
AC power rating to its connected load at the same time as it is charging, it could trip its line  
source circuit breaker. Tripping this breaker will cut off AC power to your load and stop battery  
charging.  
To reduce the chance of tripping this breaker, select APS models may be set to automatically  
limit their charger output to keep the sum of their AC load and charger power within their  
circuit breakers’ rating.  
This charger limiting function has four settings, allowing you to choose less charger limiting for  
APS configurations with higher rated breakers. The figures below show how to set your DIP  
Switches to select how heavy a load can be placed on your APS before charger limiting begins.  
Battery Charger Limiting Points  
Charger limiting takes effect the  
moment any load is applied; charger  
output falls gradually from full output  
at no load to no output at full load.  
Charger limiting begins at when the  
APS's load reaches 66% of the APS's  
load rating. Charger output falls  
gradually from full output at 66% of  
the APS's load rating to about 40% of  
full output at full load.  
4 3 2 1  
4 3 2 1  
Most Limiting  
#1 & #2 Up*  
Least Limiting  
#1 Up & #2 Down  
* Factory default settings.  
Charger limiting begins when the  
APS's load reaches 33% of the APS's  
load rating. Charger output falls  
gradually from full output at 33% of  
the APS's load rating to about 40% of  
full output at full load.  
No charger limiting occurs at any  
load size.  
4 3 2 1  
4 3 2 1  
Less Limiting  
#1 Down & #2 Up  
No Limiting  
#1 & #2 Down  
• Equalize Battery Charge  
(DIP Switch #3, Group B)  
This DIP Switch is momentarily engaged to begin the process of equalizing the internal resistance  
of your battery's cells. This can extend the useful life of certain types of batteries; consult with  
your battery's manufacturer to determine if your batteries could benefit from this process. The  
charge equalization process is automatic and once started can only be stopped by removing  
the input power.  
SETTING PROCEDURE:  
1) Move to “Equalize” (DOWN) position for three seconds.  
2) Move to “Reset” (UP) position and leave it there.  
CAUTION: Battery charge equalization should only be performed in strict accordance  
with the battery manufacturer's instructions and specifications.  
CAUTION: Do not leave DIP switch #3 in the down position after beginning process.  
Reset*  
Battery Charge  
Switch Position  
4 3 2 1  
Reset ............................................................Up*  
Equalize ......................................................Down  
* Factory default setting.  
Equalize  
• Disable Battery Charger (APS 2448 only)  
(DIP Switch #4, Group B)  
If you are connecting the APS 2448 to batteries with a separate charger, you may disable  
the APS 2448’s built-in charger with this switch to prevent overcharging.  
Disable*  
Battery Charger  
Switch Position  
4 3 2 1  
Disable..........................................................Up*  
Enable ..........................................................Down  
* Factory default setting.  
Enable  
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• Limit Battery Charger (APS 1012 and APS 2012 only)  
(DIP Switch #4, Group B)  
To prevent overheating smaller batteries, the charger on these UPS systems is initially set to  
deliver only a fraction of its maximum power rating to connected batteries. If you are using  
either of these APS systems with a larger battery or battery system (over 100 amp-hours at  
12 volts for the APS 1012, over 200 amp-hours at 12 volts for the APS 2012), you may switch  
your charger to full power without overheating your batteries.  
1/3 Power*  
Battery Charger  
Switch Position  
4 3 2 1  
Partial (1/3) Charging Power ........................Up*  
Full Charging Power ....................................Down  
* Factory default setting.  
Full  
Power  
Battery Selection  
Selecting Battery Type  
Select a battery or system of batteries that will provide your APS with proper DC voltage and an  
adequate amp hour capacity.* Select ‘Deep-Cycle’ batteries to enjoy optimum performance from  
your APS. Batteries of either Wet-Cell (vented) or Gel-Cell/Absorbed Glass Mat (sealed) construction  
are ideal. 6 Volt “golf-cart, Marine Deep-Cycle or 8D Deep-Cycle batteries are also acceptable.**  
* Even though APS models are high-efficiency converters of electricity, their rated output capacities are limited by the amp-hour size  
of the external batteries. ** You must set Configuration DIP Switch #1, Group A (Battery Type) to match the type of batteries you  
connect or your batteries may be degraded or damaged over an extended period of time. See "APS Configuration," page 5 for more  
information.)  
Selecting Battery Amp Hour Capacity  
Step 1:  
Add the Wattage Ratings of your connected equipment to determine the Total Wattage Required.*  
Step 2:  
Divide the Total Wattage Required (from Step 1) by the battery voltage to determine the DC  
Amperes Required.  
Step 3:  
Multiply the DC Amperes Required (from Step 2) by the number of hours you estimate will pass  
without AC power before your battery can recharge to determine a Battery Amp-Hours Required  
Rough Estimate.**  
Step 4:  
Compensate for inefficiency by multiplying your Battery Amp-Hour Required Rough Estimate (from  
Step 3) by 1.2 to determine how many amp-hours of battery backup (from one or several batteries)  
you should connect to your APS. Note that the Amp-Hour ratings of batteries are usually given for  
a 20 hour discharge rate. Actual Amp-Hour capacities are less when batteries are discharged at  
faster rates: batteries discharged in 55 minutes provide only about 50% of their listed Amp-Hour  
ratings, while batteries discharged in 9 minutes provide as little as 30% of their Amp-Hour ratings.  
* The wattage rating is usually stated in the equipment's manuals or on their nameplates. If your equipment is rated in amperes, convert  
to watts by multiplying the ampere rating by your nominal AC line voltage (120). ** Your charging amps multiplied by the charging  
hours must exceed the discharge amp-hours taken from the batteries between charges or you will eventually run down your battery bank.  
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Mounting (Optional*)  
(See Diagram 2, p. 32).  
User must supply all fasteners and brackets and verify their suitability for use with the intended  
mounting surface. Turn your APS PowerVerter and connected equipment OFF before mounting.  
• Install two 8 mm (1/4 in.) fasteners (A) into a rigid horizontal surface using the measurements  
in the diagram. Leave the heads of fasteners raised slightly above the surface in order to  
engage the slots in the APS’s feet.  
• Slide PowerVerter forward to fully engage the fasteners in the APS’s feet. Install two 8 mm  
(1/4 in.) fasteners (B) into the surface, through the slots in the APS’s two unsecured feet.  
Tighten the screws to secure the APS in position.  
*
Horizontal mounting should be used for all vehicular applications. Due to their size and weight, all APS PowerVerter  
systems in vehicles should be mounted on  
battery connection.  
a
rigid horizontal (not vertical) surface, mounting plate or bracket before  
Battery Connection (Standard)  
1. Connect your APS’s positive DC Terminal directly to a fuse.  
UL recommends that you install a recognized UL component fuse block and fuse within 18 inches  
of the battery.The fuse's rating must equal or exceed the Minimum DC Fuse Rating listed in your  
APS model's specifications on pages 14 or 15.  
2. Choose a battery configuration appropriate to your batteries.  
• Single Battery Connection: Refer to Diagram 4, page 33. When using a single battery, its  
voltage must be equal to the voltage of your APS's Inverter Nominal Input Voltage (see  
specs).  
• Parallel Battery Connection: Refer to Diagram 5, page 33. When using multiple batteries in  
parallel, each battery's voltage must be equal to the voltage of your APS's Inverter Nominal  
Input Voltage (see specs).  
• Series Battery Connection: Refer to Diagram 6, page 33. When using multiple batteries in  
series, all batteries must be equal in voltage and amp hour capacity, and the sum of their  
voltages must be equal to the voltage of your APS's Inverter Nominal Input Voltage (see  
specs).  
3. Use 2/0 gauge wire ONLY to make external battery connections.  
Tighten battery terminals to a torque of 4 N-m.  
WARNING! Failure to follow these instructions can lead  
to product failure due to excessive heating!  
Battery connection cable lengths should be short as possible, and must not exceed the  
Maximum Cable Length listed under Specifications, page 14. Shorter and heavier gauge cabling  
limits DC voltage drop and allows for maximum transfer of current.* You must tighten your battery  
terminals to approximately 4 Newton-meters of torque to create an efficient connection and prevent  
excessive heating. Insufficiently tightening terminals could void your PowerVerter's warranty.  
*APS models are capable of delivering a much higher wattage output for brief periods of time. Wiring should be configured to  
handle this brief high-current draw. Though your APS is a high-efficiency converter of electricity, its rated output capacity is limited  
by the length and gauge of the wires running from the battery to the APS.  
Battery Connection (DC Vehicular)  
APS systems may be permanently mounted in a car, truck or boat and connected to draw power  
from the vehicle's battery. Note: An APS can ONLY be connected to vehicle batteries with  
voltage that matches the APS's Nominal DC Input—12V vehicle batteries to 12V Nominal DC  
Input APS systems, etc. (See Specifications). There are two main ways to make this sort of  
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vehicular battery connection. Choose the Basic Connection if you are running light hand tools or  
other small appliances for a brief period of time (see Diagram 7, p. 34). Choose the Advanced  
Connection if you are using your APS to power heavy loads for extended periods of time (see  
Diagram 8, p. 34). The Advanced Connection incorporates a battery isolator and separate battery  
system to provide battery power to your APS while preventing it from draining your vehicle's  
battery. Note: Depending on your application, you may require more than one Deep Cycle Battery.  
Caution: Never operate your APS from an alternator without a battery connected as shown in Diagrams 7 or 8, p. 34.  
AC Connection  
Before AC connection, match the power requirements of your  
equipment with the power output of your APS to avoid overload.  
When figuring the power requirements of your equipment, do not confuse “continuous” power  
ratings with “peak” power ratings. Electric motors require more power to turn on (“peak power”)  
than they require to run continuously. Peak” power ratings are usually 2 to 5 times “Continuous”  
ratings. Most electric motors require “peak power” only when they are first turned on. The electric  
motors in equipment such as refrigerators and sump pumps, however, constantly turn on and off  
according to demand. These motors require “peak power” at multiple, unpredictable times during  
their operation.  
Hardwired Electrical Connections  
(All hardwire models)  
(See Diagram 3, p. 32).  
Consult a qualified electrician and follow all applicable electrical codes and requirements.  
HARDWIRE PROCEDURE  
1) Remove screws and cover plate from your APS's Hardwire AC electrical box. Remove the  
knockout covers closest to the desired electrical source and to your equipment.  
2) Thread your wires through strain reliefs and through the knockouts.  
3) Connect both input and output ground wires to the ground (green) terminal.  
4) Connect the incoming hot wire to the input hot (brown) terminal.  
5) Connect the incoming neutral wire to the input neutral (blue) terminal.  
6) Connect the outgoing hot wire to the output hot (black) terminal.  
7) Connect the outgoing neutral wire to the output neutral (white) terminal.  
8) Tighten and affix strain reliefs. Replace cover plate and tighten screws.  
AC Input Electrical Connection  
(All corded models)  
Plug the line cord into an outlet providing 120V AC, 60 Hz. power. Make sure that the circuit you  
connect your APS to has adequate overload protection, such as a circuit breaker or a fuse.  
AC Output Electrical Connection  
(All corded models)  
Simply plug your equipment into the unit's AC receptacles  
Set Operating Mode Switch  
Switch to “AUTO/REMOTE” when you are using connected equipment. ADVANTAGE:  
Uninterruptible power supply. Provides battery backup power during blackouts or brownouts.  
Note:When the switch is in the “AUTO/REMOTE” position, you can operate a user-supplied  
switch to transfer between battery-backup and charge-only modes. (See Remote  
Connector manual for more information.)  
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Set Operating Mode Switch continued  
Switch to “CHARGE ONLY” when you are not using connected equipment.  
(WARNING! APS will not provide battery backup!) ADVANTAGES: A) Continues to charge  
battery when power is present, and B) Turns OFF the APS’s inverter, preventing battery drain  
during blackouts or brownouts.  
Switch to “OFF” to completely turn off the APS and connected equipment or to reset the APS  
after it has shut down due to overload or overheating.  
Switches, Indicator Lights  
& Other Features  
(See Diagram 9, p. 35 to locate the following switches, indicator lights and other features.)  
Switches  
1. Operating Mode Switch (All models)  
This switch selects the APS operating mode (either “AUTO/REMOTE”, “OFF” or “CHARGE  
ONLY”). See “Set Operating Mode Switch”, pg. 10 to select the optimum setting for this switch.  
2. “CONFIGURATION SWITCHES”—DIP Switch Group A (All models)  
These four switches must be set for the type of battery your APS will be connected to and the voltage  
points at which your APS will switch to battery power. See “Configuration”, pg. 5 to select the optimum  
settings for these switches.  
3. “CONFIGURATION SWITCHES”—DIP Switch Group B (Select models only)  
These DIP Switches allow you to equalize the internal resistance of your battery's cells and set the  
percentage of your model's maximum load at which the APS will limit battery charging. See  
“Configuration”, pg. 7 to select the optimum settings for these switches.  
Indicator Lights  
4. “LINE” (All models)  
This green light will turn continuously ON whenever connected equipment is receiving utility-supplied  
AC power and your APS is set to “AUTO/REMOTE”, meaning that it will provide battery backup if  
utility power fails. It will flash intermittently when connected equipment is receiving utility power and  
your APS's Operating Mode Switch is set to “CHARGE ONLY” to warn you that the APS's inverter  
is OFF and that the APS WILL NOT provide battery backup during blackouts, brownouts or overvoltages.  
5. “INV” (Inverting—all models)  
This yellow light will turn continuously ON whenever connected equipment is receiving battery-  
supplied AC power (during a blackout, brownout or overvoltage while connected to utility power or  
when connected to batteries during vehicular operation).  
6. “LOAD” (All models)  
This red light will turn continuously ON when the APS’s load is between 80% and 110% of capacity.  
The light will flash intermittently when the APS's inverter shuts down due to a severe overload or  
overheating. If this happens, turn Operating Mode Switch OFF. Remove the overload and let the  
unit cool. You may then turn the APS ON after it cools.  
7. “CUT/BOOST” (VR models only)  
These lights will turn ON whenever your APS is automatically correcting high (CUT) or low  
(BOOST) AC line voltage. This is a normal, automatic operation of your APS that does not drain  
battery power, and no action is required on your part.  
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8. “BATTERY HI/MED/LO” (All models)  
These three lights will turn ON in several sequences to show the approximate charge level and  
voltage of your connected battery bank and alert you to several fault conditions:  
BATTERY CHARGE INDICATION (Approximate)  
Indicator  
Capacity  
Green  
91% - Full  
Green & yellow  
Yellow  
Yellow & red  
Red  
All three lights off  
Flashing red  
81% - 90%  
61% - 80%  
41% - 60%  
21% - 40%  
1% - 20%  
0% (Inverter shutdown)  
All three lights flash slowly*  
All three lights flash quickly**  
Excessive discharge  
Overcharge  
* Approximately 1/2 second on, 1/2 second off. See Troubleshooting section.  
** Approximately 1/4 second on, 1/4 second off. May also indicate a battery charger fault exists. See Troubleshooting section.  
Other Features  
9. DC Input Terminals (All models)  
The terminals’ lug screws secure the wires leading from your external battery or battery system.  
Your battery or battery system must provide your APS with proper DC voltage and your equipment  
with an adequate amp hour capacity. See Battery Selection section, pg. 7 for more information.  
10. AC Receptacles: NEMA 5-15R (Corded models only)  
These receptacles allow you to connect equipment that would normally be plugged into a utility  
outlet. They feature ground fault indicator switches that trip when the receptacles are in danger of  
short circuiting. If the switches trip, press to reset them when the short circuit situation is remedied.  
11. AC Input Line Cord: NEMA 5-15P fixed (Corded models only)  
This cord should be plugged into a 120V, 60 Hz, dedicated 15 Amp AC utility outlet. DO NOT plug  
the cord into the APS’s AC receptacles.  
12. Hardwire AC Input/Output Terminal Strip (Hardwire models only)  
Use the lug screws on these terminals to secure hardwire connections for AC input and output.  
See pages 9 & 32 for wiring instructions.  
13. Resettable Circuit Breakers (All models)  
These circuit breakers protect your APS against damage due to input or output overload. If a  
breaker trips, remove some of the load on the APS to prevent overload, then wait 1 minute to allow  
components to cool before resetting the circuit breaker.  
14. Remote Module Connector (All models)  
The front panel of all models has an RJ 45 receptacle for use with the optional remote module.  
(Module is included with all VR models.) See the installation instructions packed with the remote  
module.  
15. Load Sense Potentiometer (All models)  
In order to save battery power, the APS’s inverter automatically shuts off when no load is connected.  
When the unit detects a load, it automatically turns the inverter on. Users may choose the minimum  
load the APS will detect by adjusting the Load Sense Potentiometer. Using a small tool, turn the  
potentiometer clockwise to lower the minimum load that will be detected, causing the inverter to  
turn on for smaller loads. When the potentiometer is turned fully clockwise, the inverter will operate  
even when there is no load.Turn the potentiometer counterclockwise to increase the minimum load  
that will be detected, causing the inverter to stay off until the new minimum load is reached.  
The factory setting for the potentiometer is fully clockwise, but in areas with frequent power interruptions,  
the potentiometer should be adjusted counterclockwise until the inverter is only in operation when  
the APS’s load is in use.  
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Maintenance & Service  
Maintenance  
Your APS model requires no maintenance but should be kept dry at all times. Periodically check  
all cable connections both at the unit and at the battery. Clean and tighten connections as necessary.  
Service  
If returning your APS to Tripp Lite, please pack the APS carefully, using the ORIGINAL PACKING  
MATERIAL that came with the unit. Enclose a letter describing the symptoms of the problem. If the  
APS is within the warranty period, enclose a copy of your sales receipt.  
Limited Warranty  
Tripp Lite warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year (domestic) or 120  
days (export) from the date of initial purchase. Tripp Lite’s obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing (at its  
sole option) any such defective products. To obtain service under this warranty you must obtain a Returned Material Authorization  
(RMA) number from Tripp Lite or an authorized Tripp Lite service center. Products must be returned to Tripp Lite or an authorized  
Tripp Lite service center with transportation charges prepaid and must be accompanied by a brief description of the problem  
encountered and proof of date and place of purchase. This warranty does not apply to equipment which has been damaged by accident,  
negligence or misapplication or has been altered or modified in any way. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser who  
must have properly registered the product within 10 days of purchase.  
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, TRIPP LITE MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES  
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some states do not permit limitation or exclusion of  
implied warranties; therefore, the aforesaid limitation(s) or exclusion(s) may not apply to the purchaser.  
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT WILL TRIPP LITE BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL  
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY  
OF SUCH DAMAGE. Specifically, Tripp Lite is not liable for any costs, such as lost profits or revenue, loss of equipment, loss of use  
of equipment, loss of software, loss of data, costs of substitutes, claims by third parties, or otherwise.  
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Troubleshooting  
Try these remedies for common APS problems before calling for help. Call Tripp Lite Customer Service at (773)  
869-1234 before returning your APS for service.  
SYMPTOM  
PROBLEMS  
CORRECTIONS  
APS does not provide  
AC output (AC input present)  
APS not properly connected to  
utility power.  
Connect APS to utility power.  
Circuit breaker is tripped.  
Reset circuit breaker.  
APS shutdown due to excessive  
battery voltage, indicating possible  
Turn APS “OFF”. Wait 1 minute and  
switch to “AUTO/REMOTE”.  
charger failure. Line disconnected  
to prevent permanent battery  
damage.  
APS is set to “OFF”  
Set APS to “AUTO/REMOTE” or  
“CHARGE-ONLY”.  
APS does not provide  
Circuit breaker is tripped.  
Reset circuit breaker.  
AC output (AC input absent)  
Operating Mode Switch is set  
to “CHARGE ONLY”.  
Set Operating Mode Switch to “AUTO/  
REMOTE.”  
Load or High Temperature fault.  
Turn APS “OFF”. Wait 1 minute. Remove  
overload. Switch to “AUTO/REMOTE”.  
Excessive battery discharge.  
Connected batteries are dead.  
Check battery condition.  
APS will not charge the  
Check and replace old batteries.  
battery (AC input present)  
Battery fuse* is blown.  
Check and replace fuse.  
Battery cabling* is loose or degraded. Check and tighten or replace cabling.  
APS charger failure.  
Turn APS “OFF”. Wait 1 minute and  
switch to “AUTO/REMOTE”. If  
automatic shutdown occurs, call Tripp  
Lite Customer Service.  
All APS Indicator Lights are  
OFF (AC input absent)  
This is normal if the APS is set  
to “CHARGE-ONLY”  
All APS Indicator Lights are  
OFF (AC input is present or  
absent)  
Excessive battery discharge.  
Use an auxiliary charger* to raise  
battery voltage. Check external battery  
connections and fuse. Automatically  
resets when condition is cleared.  
All APS Battery Indicator  
Lights are slowly flashing.  
Excessive battery discharge.  
Use an auxiliary charger* to raise  
battery voltage. Automatically resets  
when condition is cleared.  
APS “LO” Battery Light  
flashing  
Inverter shutdown because battery  
voltage dropped too low for more  
than 5 seconds. Protects battery  
from permanent damage.  
Reset by cycling control switch to  
“OFF” position then to “AUTO/  
REMOTE”.  
All APS Battery Lights are  
rapidly flashing  
then to  
High battery voltage shutdown  
during Charge mode.  
Check all charging sources. Reset by  
cycling control switch to "OFF"  
“AUTO/REMOTE” or “CHARGE-ONLY”.  
APS “LOAD” Indicator Light  
is rapidly flashing  
Inverter overload caused by  
Reset by reducing load and cycling control  
switch to “OFF” position then to “AUTO/  
REMOTE”.  
excessive load or short circuit.  
If sustained for more then 5  
seconds the Inverter is shutdown.  
*User supplied  
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Specifications (Corded Models)  
CORDED MODELS:  
APS 1012  
APS 1024  
Weight:  
26.4 lbs.  
26.4 lbs.  
INVERTER  
Continuous power (@ 20° C):  
900 W  
1800 W  
90%  
1000 W  
2000 W  
90%  
Surge power (5 seconds):  
Efficiency (Full Load):  
Minimum DC Fuse Rating:  
225A  
125A  
DC Input Current @ Nominal V DC  
Full Load  
No Load  
95 A  
2.2 A*  
47 A  
1.3 A*  
Nominal Input Volts:  
12 VDC  
24 VDC  
DC Input Voltage Range:  
Nominal Output Volts:  
Nominal Output Frequency:  
BATTERY CHARGER  
Charging Capacity DC:  
Maximum Cable Length  
Acceptance Volts VDC:  
10-15 VDC  
120 VAC 5%  
60 Hz .3%  
20-30 VDC  
120 VAC 5%  
60 Hz .3%  
30 A  
2 ft.  
15 A  
7 ft.  
Selectable  
Selectable  
14.4 V**/14.2 V Wet**/Gel  
28.8 V**/28.4 V Wet**/Gel  
Float Volts VDC (w/gel):  
Input Voltage AC:  
13.3 V (13.6 V)  
120 V  
26.6 V (27.2 V)  
120 V  
Input Current AC:  
8 A  
8 A  
LINE VAC OPERATION  
Minimum Input AC Volts:  
Selectable 75**,85, 95, or 105 VAC Selectable 75**,85, 95, or 105 VAC  
Maximum Input AC Volts  
(Continuous, Charger at Maximum):  
Selectable 135** or 145 VAC  
Selectable 135* *or 145 VAC  
Maximum Input Current  
(Continuous, Charger at Maximum):  
12 A  
16 A  
Input Frequency:  
60 Hz 10%  
8.3 A  
60 Hz 10%  
8.3 A  
Maximum Output AC (Continuous):  
Automatic Transfer Time:  
4-6 ms  
4-6 ms  
*Load sense can reduce this to 1/30 of the listed current. **Factory default setting.  
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Specifications (Hardwired Models)  
HARDWIRED MODELS:  
APS 2012  
APS2424  
Weight:  
38.0 lbs.  
41.0 lbs.  
INVERTER  
Continuous power (@ 20° C):  
2000 W  
4000 W  
90%  
2400 W  
4800 W  
90%  
Surge power (5 seconds):  
Efficiency (Full Load):  
Minimum DC Fuse Rating:  
500A  
300A  
DC Input Current @ Nominal V DC  
Full Load  
No Load  
192 A  
2.5 A*  
112 A  
1.5 A*  
Nominal Input Volts:  
12 VDC  
24 VDC  
DC Input Voltage Range:  
Nominal Output Volts:  
Nominal Output Frequency:  
10-15 VDC  
120 VAC 5%  
60 Hz .3%  
20-30 VDC  
120 VAC 5%  
60 Hz .3%  
BATTERY CHARGER  
Charging Capacity DC:  
60 A  
1 ft.  
30 A  
3 ft.  
Maximum Cable Length  
Acceptance Volts VDC:  
Selectable  
Selectable  
14.4 V**/14.2 V Wet**/Gel  
28.8 V**/28.4 V Wet**/Gel  
Float Volts VDC (w/gel):  
Input Voltage AC:  
13.3 V (13.6 V)  
120 V  
26.6 V (27.2 V)  
120 V  
Input Current AC:  
16 A  
16 A  
LINE VAC OPERATION  
Minimum Input AC Volts:  
Selectable 75**,85, 95, or 105 VAC Selectable 75**,85, 95, or 105 VAC  
Maximum Input AC Volts  
(Continuous, Charger at Maximum):  
Selectable 135** or 145 VAC  
Selectable 135** or 145 VAC  
Maximum Input Current  
(Continuous, Charger at Maximum):  
32 A  
36 A  
Input Frequency:  
60 Hz 10%  
16.7 A  
60 Hz 10%  
20 A  
Maximum Output AC (Continuous)  
Automatic Transfer Time:  
4-6 ms  
4-6 ms  
HARDWIRED MODELS (Cont.):  
APS 2448  
APS3636VR  
Weight:  
38.0 lbs.  
56.9 lbs.  
INVERTER  
Continuous power (@ 20° C):  
2400 W  
4800 W  
90%  
3600 W  
7200 W  
89%  
Surge power (5 seconds):  
Efficiency (Full Load):  
Minimum DC Fuse Rating:  
300A  
300A  
DC Input Current @ Nominal V DC  
Full Load  
No Load  
56 A  
1.5 A*  
114 A  
1.7 A*  
Nominal Input Volts:  
48 VDC  
36 VDC  
DC Input Voltage Range:  
Nominal Output Volts:  
Nominal Output Frequency:  
40-60 VDC  
120 VAC 5%  
60 Hz .3%  
30-45 VDC  
120 VAC 5%  
60 Hz .3%  
BATTERY CHARGER  
Charging Capacity DC:  
15 A  
12 ft.  
30 A  
Maximum Cable Length  
Acceptance Volts VDC:  
4.5 ft.  
Selectable  
Selectable  
57.6 V**/56.8 V Wet**/Gel  
43.2 V**/42.6 V Wet**/Gel  
Float Volts VDC (w/gel):  
Input Voltage AC:  
53.2 V (54.4 V)  
120 V  
39.9 V (40.8 V)  
120 V  
Input Current AC:  
16 A  
24 A  
LINE VAC OPERATION  
Minimum Input AC Volts:  
Selectable 75**,85, 95, or 105 VAC Selectable 75**,85, 95, or 105 VAC  
Maximum Input AC Volts  
(Continuous, Charger at Maximum):  
Selectable 135** or 145 VAC  
Selectable 135** or 145 VAC  
Maximum Input Current  
(Continuous, Charger at Maximum):  
33 A  
54 A***  
60 Hz 10%  
30 A  
Input Frequency:  
60 Hz 10%  
20 A  
Maximum Output AC (Continuous)  
Automatic Transfer Time:  
4-6 ms  
4-6 ms  
*Load sense can reduce this to 1/30 of the listed current. **Factory default setting. ***When AVR is boosting incoming current.15  
 
Diagrams/Esquemas  
1.1  
1.2  
1
See “Configuration”, pg. 5. 1.1 is DIP Switch Group A. 1.2 is DIP Switch Group B.  
Refiérase a la sección “Configuración”, página 20. 1.1 representa el Grupo A de Interruptores DIP. 1.2 representa  
el Grupo B de Interruptores DIP  
2
3
3.3  
3.7  
3.4  
3.6  
3.5  
3.2  
3.1  
See Hardwire Electrical Connections, pg. 9. 3.1 is the  
cover plate, 3.2 is the five-position terminal strip, 3.3 is  
the output neutral (white), 3.4 is the output hot (black), 3.5  
is the ground (green), 3.6 is the input neutral (blue) and  
3.7 is the input hot (brown).  
Refiérase a la sección “Conexiones Eléctricas Directas al  
Circuito”, página 24. 3.1 representa la cubierta;  
3.2 representa la barra de terminales de 5 posiciones;  
3.3 representa la terminal neutra de salida (blanca);  
3.4 representa la terminal positiva de salida (negra);  
3.5 representa la terminal de conexión a tierra (verde);  
3.6 representa la terminal neutra de entrada (azul) y  
3.7 representa la terminal positiva de entrada (café).  
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4
4.1  
X Volts  
APS  
See Battery Connection, Pg.8. 4.1 is the fuse. X = Your APS's Inverter's Nominal Input Voltage. (See specs.)  
Refiérase a la sección “Conexión de Baterías”, página 23. 4.1 representa el fusible. X = El Voltaje Nominal de  
Entrada del Inversor del APS. (Vea las especificaciones).  
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5.1  
APS  
X Volts  
X Volts  
X Volts  
X Volts  
See Battery Connection, Pg.8. 5.1 is the fuse. X = Your APS’s Inverter's Nominal Input Voltage. (See specs.)  
Refiérase a la sección “Conexión de Baterías”, página 23. 5.1 representa el fusible. X = El Voltaje Nominal de  
Entrada del Inversor del APS. (Vea las especificaciones).  
6
6.1  
X/2 Volts  
X/2 Volts  
APS  
See Battery Connection, Pg.8. 6.1 is the fuse. X = Your APS’s Inverter's Nominal Input Voltage. (See specs.)  
Refiérase a la sección “Conexión de Baterías”, página 23. 6.1 representa el fusible. X = El Voltaje Nominal de  
Entrada del Inversor del APS. (Vea las especificaciones).  
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7
7.2  
APS  
Basic 12VDC Vehicular Battery Connection. See Pg.8.  
7.1 is the alternator. 7.2 is the vehicle battery ground. 7.3 is the vehicle battery. 7.4 is the fuse.  
Conexión Básica de Baterías de 12V de CD en Vehículos. Vea página 23.  
7.1 representa el alternador. 7.2 representa la conexión a tierra de la batería del vehículo.  
7.3 representa la batería del vehículo. 7.4 representa el fusible.  
8
12V  
8.6  
8.1  
8.4  
8.3  
8.2  
APS  
12V  
8.5  
8.3  
Advanced 12VDC Vehicular Battery Connection. See Pg.8.  
8.1 is the alternator. 8.2 is a battery isolator. 8.3 is the vehicle battery ground. 8.4 is an  
auxiliary vehicle battery. 8.5 is the vehicle battery. 8.6 is the fuse.  
Conexión Avanzada de Baterías de 12V de CD en Vehículos. Vea página 23.  
8.1 representa el alternador. 8.2 representa el aislador de la batería. 8.3 representa la  
conexión a tierra de la batería. 8.4 representa la batería auxiliar del vehículo.  
8.5 representa la baterÍa del vehiculo. 8.6 representa el fusible.  
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2
8
14  
4
5
6
1
9
15  
A. Corded Model  
Modelo con Cable  
13  
16  
9
11  
10  
14  
B. Hardwired Model  
Modelo con Toma Directa al Circuito  
7
3
2
8
4
5
6
1
15  
13  
1. Interruptor “Operating Mode”  
(Modo de operación)  
2. Grupo A de Interruptores DIP  
(Todos los modelos)  
12  
3. Grupo B de Interruptores DIP  
(Modelos selectos únicamente)  
4. “LINE” (Línea)  
(Todos los modelos)  
5. “INV” (Inversor )  
(Todos los modelos)  
6. “LOAD” (Carga Conectada)  
9
7. “CUT/BOOST” (disminuyendo / elevando)  
(Modelos VR solamente)  
1. Operating Mode Switch (All models)  
2. DIP Switch Group A (All models)  
8. “BATTERY HI/MED/LO”  
(Carga de Baterías Alta/Media/Baja)  
(Todos los modelos)  
3. DIP Switch Group B (Select models only)  
4. “LINE” (All models)  
9. Terminales de Entrada de CD (Todos los modelos)  
10. Receptáculos de CA  
5. “INV” (Inverting—all models)  
6. “LOAD” (All models)  
(Solamente en los modelos con cable de CA)  
11. Cable de Línea de CA  
7. “CUT/BOOST” (VR models only)  
8. “BATTERY HI/MED/LO” (All models)  
9. DC Input Terminals (All models)  
10. AC Receptacles (Corded models only)  
(Solamente en los modelos con cable de CA)  
12. Barra de Terminales de Toma Directa a Entrada/Salida  
de CA (Modelos con toma directa al circuito solamente)  
13. Interruptores de Circuito con Restablecimiento  
11. Fixed AC Input Line Cord fixed (Corded models only)  
12. AC Input/Output Terminal Strip (Hardwire models only)  
13. Resettable Circuit Breakers (All models)  
14. Conector para el Módulo de Control Remoto  
(Todos los modelos)  
15. Potenciómetro Sensor de Carga Conectada  
(Todos los modelos)  
14. Remote Module Connector (All models)  
15. Load Sense Potentiometer (All models)  
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Chicago, IL 60609 USA  
Customer Support: (773) 869-1234  
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