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VEC049C
VEC050C
VEC051C
VEC053C
VEC054C
VEC056C
TM
MAXX SST
COMPACT POWER INVERTERS
CONVERTS 12VDC TO 110/120VAC
ADVANCED MOSFET TECHNOLOGY
VEC049C
VEC053C
VEC050C
VEC054C
VEC051C VEC056C
OWNER’S MANUAL
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING SAFETY, OPERATION,
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THIS PRODUCT. TO AVOID POSSIBLE INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE,
PLEASE READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.
4140 S.W. 28TH WAY • FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33312
TEL 954.584.4446 •
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION To ensure reliable service, your power inverter must be installed and used properly. Please read the installation and operating instructions thoroughly prior to installation and use. Pay particular attention to the WARNING and CAUTION statements in this manual. The CAUTION statements advise against certain conditions and practices that may result in damage to your inverter. The WARNING statements identify conditions or practices that may result in personal injury.
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CONTENTS 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.0 Basic Tour of Inverter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1.1 Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 1.2 Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 1.2 Maxx SST Safety Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5, 6 1.3 Appliance Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 2.0 INVERTER APPLICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1.0 INTRODUCTION Your new Vector MAXX SST inverter is one in a series of the most advanced DC to AC inverters available. With proper care and appropriate usage, it will provide years of dependable service in your car, truck, RV or boat. The MAXX SST supplies continuous power and peak watts, in the form of three plug-in outlets ready to deliver 110/120VAC power whenever and wherever you need it! This inverter has enough power to run most household or electronic appliances. Added safety feature
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FIGURE 1 – FRONT PANEL 4 3 2 1 1) THREE NORTH AMERICAN STANDARD OUTLETS 3) RED LED SHOWS UNIT IS SHUT DOWN 2) GREEN LED SHOWS UNIT IS OPERATING 4) ON/OFF SWITCH FIGURE 2 – BACK PANEL 5 2 3 4 1 1) HIGH SPEED COOLING FANS 3) RED POSITIVE (+) TERMINAL AND RETAINING NUT 2) BLACK NEGATIVE (–) TERMINAL AND 4) TERMINAL COVER RETAINING NUT 5) CHASSIS GROUND CONNECTOR 1.2 MAXX SST SAFETY FEATURES BUILT-IN AUTOMATIC SAFETY FEATURES INCLUDE: •Overload and over-temperature shutdown activated if AC outp
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MAXX SST™ inverters are ideal for powering: • TV/VCR combinations • Refrigerator/freezers • Lights • Radio receivers/transceivers •Heavy duty power tools & chargers • Stereo systems • Small microwave ovens •Household appliances • Computers and peripheral equipment •Dry and/or wet-and-dry vacuums • Sump pumps, motors and other electric-powered equipment MAXX SST™ uses a 12VDC power source like those found in motor vehicles, or it can be operated using multiple battery configurations with commerci
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2.0 INVERTER APPLICATIONS Aside from issues of supplying power to higher wattage appliances, inverters must be supplied with a constant source of high current 12VDC from a bank of batteries. At full watt load, the DC input requirements are up to 15 amps at 12VDC. Read and comply with the following applications, and your inverter will give you years of reliable service. WARNING: Never connect the inverter’s AC output to an AC distribution system. 2.1 UNINTERRUPTIBLE POWER SUPPLY (UPS) Inverters
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3.0 THEORY OF OPERATION MAXX SST™ inverters change 12VDC into 110/120VAC RMS, electrical power. This is accomplished in two steps. (See FIGURE 4). The first stage raises the 12VDC input to 145VDC. The advanced design of the DC-to-DC first stage uses high-frequency conversion techniques that replace bulky and heavy transformers found in older inverter technology. The output stage changes the 145VDC to 110/120VAC. This solid-state circuitry ensures excellent overload protection and the ability
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NOTE: Because of wave-shape differences, using standard digital or analog voltmeters may not correctly read the inverter output voltage. Unless a true RMS voltmeter such as a "Fluke 87", "Fluke 8060A", "Beckman 4410" or "Triplet 4200" is used, the reading will be from 2 to 20 volts low. 4.0 OPERATION NOTE: Ensure that the total continuous power consumption of all tools and/or appliances connected to the inverter (and in use) does not exceed the inverter’s continuous watts rating. Also ensure th
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APPLIANCE AMPS@ WATTS@ 110/120VAC 110/120VAC COMPUTER AND MONITOR 4 440 PORTABLE VACUUM 4.6 506 8-CUP COFFEE MAKER 5.5 605 ELECTRIC TRIMMER 5.5 605 1/2" HAMMER-DRILL 5.5 605 RECIPROCATING SAW 6 660 VACUUM CLEANER 7.2 792 1-1/8" ROTARY HAMMER 7.8 858 1/6 H.P. SUBMERSIBLE SUMP PUMP 8 880 COMPACT MICROWAVE OVEN 8.5 935 10" BENCH SAW 13.0 1500 NOTE: APPLIANCE SPECIFICATIONS MAY VARY FROM BRAND TO BRAND. THIS TABLE IS OFFERED ONLY AS A GUIDE TO APPROXIMATE POWER RATINGS. CHECK APPLIANCE MANUALS OR PR
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Inductive loads, such as TVs and stereos, require more current to operate than do resistive loads with the same wattage rating. Induction motors, as well as some TVs, may require two to six times their rated wattage to start up. Because the MAXX SST™ inverters have a peak watt power rating, many such appliances and tools may be safely operated. The equipment that needs the highest starting wattage are pumps and compressors that start under load. This equipment can be safely test- ed. If an over
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Figure 6 – Battery Operating Time For example, as shown in FIGURE 6, using a 400 amp hour battery (batteries), if the average power usage will be 1000 watts, the operating time will be about 150 minutes. A larger capacity battery will deliver more operating time between recharges. NOTE: The manufacturer recommends conservative estimates when selecting a battery. More amp hours will deliver a reserve capacity, and a larger capacity battery will not be subject to deep discharges. Ideally, the num
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5.0 INSTALLATION MAXX SST™ inverters will provide you with various watts of continuous, electrical power (See Models Specification Chart Page 18) when powered by a 12VDC source such as is found in a vehicle or multiple battery configuration as shown in FIGURE 7. This manual does not describe all of the possible types of battery, battery charging, and battery isolation configurations. 5.1 INPUT POWER REQUIREMENTS: To properly operate the inverter, the DC power source must provide between 10.5
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In all marine applications, DO NOT install the inverter below or near the waterline, and keep the inverter away from moisture and water. Use ONLY non-corrosive marine fasteners and fittings for installation. Only con- nect the inverter’s DC input to existing wiring (which must be approved for marine use) rated specified gauge, cable and length. (See Page 18) For cable lengths exceeding 6 feet from inverter to batteries, call Vector Manufacturing for additional installation information. The cable
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5.4 QUICK OPERATIONAL CHECKOUT OR EMERGENCY USE YOU WILL NEED: • One heavy-duty jumper cable set with specified AWD wire rating (See Page 18) • One fully-charged automobile battery • A common, slip joint pliers for loosening and tightening terminal nuts TEST PROCEDURE: 1. Remove the plastic terminal covers and terminal nuts. 2. Identify the positive and negative terminals on the 12VDC battery and identify the positive and negative terminals on the inverter. 3. Using the set of heavy-duty jumpe
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PRELIMINARY INSTALLATION NOTES: The inverter has four slots in its mounting bracket that allow the unit to be fastened against a bulkhead, floor, wall or other flat surface. Ideally, the mounting surface should be cool to the touch. It is more electrically efficient to use longer AC wiring than DC wiring, so install the inverter as close as possible to the 12VDC power source. Vector inverters can be operated in any position, however, if it is to be mounted on a wall, mount it horizontally so tha
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9. Crimp or clamp on a heavy-duty, battery-connection terminal to the other end of the negative (–) and positive (+) cable. Connect the negative (–) bat- tery terminal cable to the negative (–) battery terminal connector. 10. Ensure the inverter power switch is in the off position (see FIGURE 1). 11. Connect the ring terminal end of the negative (–) cable into the black stud marked (–) on the inverter back panel and tighten the retaining nut. 12. Connect the battery connector to the negative (–
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6.0 SPECIFICATIONS 1. These Models Feature 3 U Ground Output Outlets 2. All Inverters Meet North American Standard Requirements 3. All Units Feature Siemens Mosfet Power Transistor VEC053C VEC054C VEC056C Power Inverter Model VEC049C VEC051C VEC050C Maximum Continuous Power 1000 Watts 3000 Watt 1200 Watts 1500 Watts 2000 Watts 2500 Watt Surge Capacity (Peak Power) 2000 Watts 6000 Watts 2400 Watts 3000 Watts 4000 Watts 5000 Watts No Load Current Draw (switch on) 0.6 amps 1.3 amps 1.3 amps
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7.0 SERVICE & PARTS For service on the inverters, contact the Technical Support Department at: VECTOR MANUFACTURING, LTD 4140 S.W. 28th Way • Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33312 Tel. (954) 584-4446 • Fax (954) 584-5556 • Toll-free: (866) 584-5504 8.0 TROUBLESHOOTING 8.1 COMMON PROBLEMS: POWER TOOLS AND MICROWAVE OVENS WON’T START Read the information panel on each power tool carefully to accurately determine the tool’s input wattage. The wattage output is sufficient to operate most power tools and
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8.2 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE TROUBLE/ INDICATION POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED REMEDY No AC output – DC input below Recharge or replace red LED lit 10 volts battery No AC output – Excessive appliance Reduce load-wait for red LED lit load-thermal shutdown inverter to cool. Turn off Low battery alarm Bad connection Tighten all DC sounds continuously or wiring connections Low battery Low battery voltage Recharge battery alarm sounds Remove load from inverter while recharging battery Motorized power to
